Women Vote Suffrage Hearing Draws Wide Interest
Albany February 20. Women and supporters packed the legislative corridors for a hearing on a proposed constitutional amendment to strike the word mate from the ballot provision. Gov Taft declined to state views, urging open debate while noting final approval rests with voters. Prominent speakers included Mrs. Blatch, Mrs. Vil lard, Mrs. Dodge, Mrs. Scott, and Miss Knapp. Governor Hades urged thoughtful discussion.
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Albany
N.Y
Joint Legislative Committee On Judiciary
Qo Strome
Hades
Blarinet Stanton Blateh
Cleurs Villard
New York
Mars
Arthur MM. Dodge
Francis MM. Scott
Adeline Knapp
Taft Ends Two-State Tour With Washington Return
Secretary Taft wraps up a two state tour with remarks in Nashua on Philippine governance and Panama Canal progress and in Lowell on Board of Trade issues. He asserts no war with Japan is likely and notes U S status as a world power amid imperial possessions and naval movements. He praises peace over war and the country’s growing influence.
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Lowell
Mass
Taft
New Trampshire
Massachusetts
Washington
Mie
Nashua
Philippines
Panama Canal
Lowell Board of ‘Prade
Phe
Vis
Dae Pan
United States
Tie
Japan
Board of Trade
Cues States
Porto Rico
Pacific
Dave Ag
Governor Hughes Addresses Albany Republican Meeting
Governor Hughes speaks at the Albany Republican gathering, praising President Roosevelt and urging party unity. He stresses public service over personal gain, saying the party must back those who perform their duty to the people and refuse special favors.
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Abbatuy
Gee Abbsaiyedo TV Republica
Cutee Gtoiney Governion Poinhes
le Tons Tittias
Durates
Lkoosevedt
Asad
Republican Party
Ityself
Gian
Diyself
Boda
Governor Mughes to leave for Chicago Saturday morning
Albany dispatch reports Governor Mughes is expected to depart for Chicago on Saturday morning. Details on schedule and accompanying officials were not fully clarified in the latest bulletin.
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Albany
Beth
Mughes
Tomghe
Chicago
Me annual sce Ne meeting of the Union League
The governor attends the Me annual meeting of the Union League in that city and will be entertained at limeheim after the gathering. Later in the day he is to make remarks at Troy.
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Union League
Limeheim
County Committee Endorses Cannon for President
The county Republican committee selected candidates for the state convention and endorsed Speaker Cannon for president. The resolutions were adopted by the county vote, with action referred to the fleet committee to take further steps.
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Saneaten
Republdicam
Cannon
Bryan Democratic League meeting in Pennsylvanian party plan
The executive committee of the Bryan Democratic League of Pennsylvania discussed raising funds for a Brian delegation to the Democratic National Convention at aHeartisburg meeting. The brief session covered backing local candidates and coordinating election efforts.
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Heartisburg
Pac
Painn Fond
Brian
Nathanad
Bryan Deameocratic Lene
Pennsyiver
Dinner to Bryan Planned by Jefferson City Committee
The Young Men's Democratic era executive committee in Jefferson City Missouri plans a dinner for Bryan to be held in Walras City at a date to be fixed after a conference with VWGO Bryan.
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Jefferson City
Walsas City
Marely
Vwgo Bryan
Diamond Heist Hits New Orleans Jewelry Store
Two men in a daylight robbery smashed the front window of Mo Waldhor & Co on Conth and Rosal streets. They seized two trays of diamonds and fled in a bus while a pursuing crowd could not keep up, the getaway aided by dust in Prenel quarter.
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New Orleans
Mo Waldhor & Co
Conth
Rosal
Prenel
Survivors oppose clemency for Captain Van Schuick
A meeting of General Slocum disaster survivors committees was held here to oppose clemency for Captain Van Schuick who received ten years in prison for the disaster.
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van Schuick
New York
General Slocum
Man Dies at 110 in Westmoreland County
Harrisburg Feb 20 The death certificate for Patrick Kerwin of St. Clair township aged 110 years 9 months 17 days has been received by the state health department.
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Harrisburg
Aftein
Patrick Kerwin
St. Clair Township
Westmoreland County
State Health Department
Robbing the Dead Confession in Minneapolis
Cororresse ti, once employed at a funeral undertaking house, confessed to police that he robbed the bodies of persons under his care in Minneapolis in February 202. He disclosed the crime while in custody and is facing investigation.
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Minneapolis
Cororsse Ti
Directors discuss reorganization plans at National Bank of Commerce
W. Or. Ridgely, controller of the currency, visits Kansas City to confer with stockholders on reorganization. Charles F. Young, grand chief of the foresters of Admerton, is reported dead in Rochester. An NY court is asked to rule on sat ownership. Tim of Phoenix sets sheep-shearing world record with 254 in nine hours. The pope meets Augustine Schinner privately. City Physician Booth closes school rooms amid a measles outbreak. A fire destroys the residence linked to the Civil War family of Aduirat Porrigat. Naval construction debate cited. prices and figures noted in varied reports.
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W. OR. Ridgely
Kansas City
National Bank of Commerce Thed
Recronpigion
Charles Fla. Young
Jane
The
Foresters of
Admerton
Rochester, Noy
Appellite Division
Supreme Court of New York
KW. Tim
Phoenix
Augcustine
Francis Schinner
Stperionr
Wiks
Booth
Pitishburg
Weeatint
Phast- Tnes-on-the-bloudson
Noy
United States
Labor Strikes Ahead Warns Interstate Board Collection Call
President Roosevelt urges the Interstate Commerce Commission to gather full facts on wage disputes and rail labor tensions. He argues public understanding of the merits and causes is essential to prevent serious disturbances and to assess if legislation or corporate conduct drives pay cuts and strikes. He stresses the need for a transparent, fact based inquiry.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
Unclear Regulation Debate Rumors From Washington Report
Fragmented wires describe U S state department friction over papen and a tension between regulation and free trade. Mention of shipments from the northwest to Texas and claims of government pressure suggest strains in policy amid intergovernmental politicking and industry pushback. The piece references committee statements and responses to alleged covert influences.
Patrons Urged to Notify Office Over Missed Papers
The notice asks readers who do not receive their newspaper regularly to inform the office. It requests prompt reporting to ensure delivery adjustments and avoid further lapses.
Senate and House Debates on Census and Philippines
The article notes senate focus on investigation of defects in house construction and an executive session marking the France United States arbitration treaty. The thirteenth census bill consumed most of the time in the House, with progress slow, and the Philippines were omitted from the bill.
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Senate
Philippines
Scrarer Attacked Again In Congress Headlines
Washington reports that Speaker Chaniron faced criticism after praise from Bowtells peers. Henry denied trying to undermine Canon praise yet urged swift passage of several proposed laws. He highlighted employer liability and judicial notice requirements as urgent items in Congress.
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Washington
Spearker Chaniron
Henry
Federmid
Yrour
Secrestary
Pam
Congress
Railroad liability bills face opposition before judiciary panel
Representatives of major railroads argued against favorable action on the Stitting and Bates bills regulating interstate carrier liability to employees. New York Central general counsel A H Harris led the opposition, contending the measure would nearly abolish contributory negligence and undermine defenses to damages suits.
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Washington
Peno
House Committee On the Judiciary
Stitting
Bates
Allert HH. Harris
New York
New York Central
Postmaster nomination for Cripple Creek teased in campaign incident
Postmaster General Meyer announces President will send to the Senate the nomination of Daniel T. Sullivan to succeed himself as Cripple Creek postmaster. The note recalls Sullivan striking a hoodlum during a Cripple Creek disturbance while the President campaigned in WO for vice president.
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Washington
Pel
Meyer
Senate
Daniel TL. Sullivan
Cripple Creek
Sullivan
Tariff Preference For Exports To Diaraib In Effect From June
Washington reports the 20 per cent tariff preference granted to certain United States exports by the government of Diaraib will take effect on June 1. The official notice states the provision applies to eligible goods as outlined by the two governments.
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Washington
United States
Diaraib
Navy sponsors assemble for new battleship launch
The Society of Naval Sponsors in Washington gathers officials and sponsors for the formal reception announcing the newest battleships. Attendees include key figures from the naval and defense communities as plans advance for ship trials and commissioning.
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Society of Naval Sponsors
Phee Society of Naval Staibons
Wits
Moanay
Tiede Sim
Postal Savings Banks Bill Proposed by Pel. 20
In Washington Pel. 20 proposed a bill to establish a system of postal banks. The plan is outlined in a report compiled by Postmaster General Meyer and backs a government backed savings network.
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Washington
Semditer Inno
Systeme of
Peastal Daiks
Phe
Postintscor
Meyer
Senate Committee Votes To Favor Foregn Service Reform
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations voted to approve reform of the foreign service. The decision moves the proposed changes toward possible floor consideration and reflects a push to redefine consular and diplomatic staffing practices.
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Consular
Washingtoob. Vo
Senate Committee
Oon Foreign Rehitioens
Une Consitag Servdeo
Times Still for Sale in Legal Battle Over Newspaper
In a murky case the Times fights over its future with proprietors and a proposed Adnerion syndicate. The dispute centers on publication rights and the judge’s direction to address the matter, with key figures like member Bea denying involvement.
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Londen
Times
Bea Dumiter
Tines
Dy Meetibe
Clash at Mohawkaine Fortyine Ends in Struggle
Report from Cloldfield notes a confrontation between Westerny Moderation and nou bien men at Mohawkaine Fortyine. Pickets shouted at miners while the other side pressed forward. After a brief clash, the action broke up with neither side clearly prevailing.
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Cloldfield
Nevo
Nou Bien
Cascasweet Baby Remedy Ad at Stephenson Street
When the baby is cross and has you worried and worn out you will find that a little Cascasweet, the well known remedy for babies and children, will quiet the little one in a short time. Sold by Wm. F. Jungkunz, druggist, 85 Stephenson St.
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Wm. F. Jungkunz
Stephenson St
Cidy One Reformer Elected in Philadelphia District
A reform candidate was elected to the select court amid party contest. The City party supported reform, while the Republican slate urged a different direction. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Philadelpha
Pen
Bayard Dienrry
Reform
Cnbelidate
Gertiibow
Charcoal tablets aid relief from overeating discomfort
A casual sufferer with indigestion may find relief by letting a charcoal tablet dissolve in the mouth after a heavy dinner, while placing a pinch of salt on the tongue and keeping it there until completely dissolved to prevent discomfort from overeating.
Vague Trial Delay Over Uncertain Body Change Claim
A prisoner slated for trial delays as counsel argues a disputed claim about body transformation occurring in seven years or less. The judge asks for time to consider the questionable scientific assertion and verdict implications.
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Wy Cent
Bachange
Sad end of a woman happy wife years ago
Carrie Chapin once lived as a prosperous railroad wife but drink ruined her home. She died in a Carpenter Street two room hovel after receiving charity from a porter who tried to help. Her husband Edward P Chapin testified at the inquest and later divorced her, and the children were placed in custody.
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Chengco
Red
Carrie Chapin
Carpenter Street
Crusband
West Side
Samuel Nelman
West Randolph and
Carpenter
Frank Robertson
Tata
Robertson
Tie
Edward P. Chapin
Edward P., Jr
Chester W
John Oh
Heroic Martinsville Woman Saves Family in Fatal Explosion
In Martinsville Maryland at 2 AM Mr Roumnes diving near the site caused a gas filled explosion. Mrs Romines dragged her husband from flames and carried him, then guided their three children to safety despite burns. A 4 year old boy was lost en route and later found submerged in a ditch. Romines died of his injuries.
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Martinsville
Roumnes
Thames
Ink
Romines Wis
Thomina
Romimes
Church to investigate case amid conference meeting notes
The Maas conference will review the BooN Thomndlton case at Clinton next fall. Rev. BooN and his wife face allegations tied to a dispute within the Methodist elurelim district as discussions potentially proceed by telegraph.
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Eh. Ycott
Maas
Boon. Thomndlton
Demedter
Clinton
Local Conven tion Plans Contrast with Efforts in Springfield
The article outlines a joint state convention hosted by community groups in Springfield amid efforts to counter local initiatives. It notes plans to promote resolutions and activities, with attendees and organizers including Lacie and Hartenders.
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Springfield
Elote! Fanployves
Hartenders’ Poternationg! Lacie
Ex-Secretary Pearson Stricken Again in Stroke
Springheda Hb Reb ta reports ex-Secretary of State Sane No Pearson suffered another stroke at home after a week of paralysis. Condition described as critical.
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Pearson
Springheda
Micoish
Lit
Lome
Appointed an Arbitrator in Springfield Board Issue
An arbitrator was appointed in Springfield by Pel Yo Craverno and YMeneen fats appointing Plarey Mo Powell, a business manager of the Per Star, with no member of the street board involved. Date set as Pease 4 dle wan of Ciepeva.
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Springfield
Pel. Yo
Craverno
Ymeneen Fats
Plarey Mo Powell
Dhe
Per
Star
Stre
Pease
Dle Wan
Ciepeva
Elevator at Maroa Burns. fire causes heavy loss
Fire at Maroa Illinois elevator destroys the structure and causes extensive damage. Investigators estimate losses around fifty thousand dollars with about a dozen or so barrels of product damaged in the blaze. Fire crews battled the flames for hours before bringing it under control.
Aluminium and its corrosion resistance discussed
Aluminium is a light white metal akin to silver but about a quarter the weight. It resists tarnish in dry or moist air and does not oxidize like other metals. Salt water harms it less than silver, tin, or copper. neither cold nor hot water affects it. Sulphuretted hydrogen does not tarnish aluminium, which retains appearance as gold does under ordinary conditions.
Danger in Our Mines Discussed by Engineers
New York Feb 2 Coal mine disasters in the United States and hazards in working mines were the focus of a meeting of the American Institute of Mining Engineers. J T A Holmes urged fuller investigation into ventilation moisture, dust, explosive standards, electrical safety with gas and dust variances, and fire damp requirements.
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New York
Poh
American Institute of Mining Engineers
JT. A. Holmes
Technelscie
Ecological Survey
Eolmes
United States
Roosevelt praises Italian king on birth of princess
Rome report: Ambassador letters conveyed President Roosevelt’s congratulations to King Victor Emmanuel on the birth of a daughter, Nov. Ed 207, named the Princess Glovation. The king expressed pleasure upon receiving the message.
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Rome
Victor Emmanuel
Tetter
Roosevelt
Glovation
Firs
Blinded by Snow Fatal Train Incident Near Johnstown
Two men, Mohamet Marc a 25 year old Arabian and Vitzkalli Rhias a 22 year old Hebrew, were instantly killed when struck by a fast Pennsylvania train near Johnstown. The tragedy occurred during a heavy snowstorm and the victims were estimed by the locomotive at Wittiner station nearby.
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Johnstown
Mohamet Marc
Vitzkalli Rhias
Wittiner
Midshipmen Face Resignations After Exams
At Annapolis a Naval Academy report states twenty six midshipmen, following semi annual exams, will be given the choice to resign or be dropped from the roster. The action affects Mab Peb and surrounding cohorts as administrators review academic standing.
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Annapolis
Mab
Naval Academy
Senate OKs miner experience bill for room foremen
Columbus February 20 The senate passed the house bill requiring all coal miners to have one year of experience before being placed in charge of a room. The measure now goes to the governor.
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Columbus
Senate
Submarine Goes Ashore In Chesapeake Bay
Aniatpolis Mil Feb 20 The converted yacht Hist and the submarine Viper are ashore at different points on Chesapeake bay. Neither craft is said to be in danger.
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Aniatpolis
Mil
Hist
Chesapeake Bay
Tuskegee Endorses Teetotalism Conference Resolutions
The Tuskegee Negro conference adopts resolutions endorsing the statutory prohibition movement in the South. The meeting, held in Tuskegee, focuses on temperance advocacy and aligns with Ata edition 2a reporting.
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Tuskegee
Tuskegee, Ata
Tuskegee Negro Conference
South
Markets Summary From Chicago To New York Trade
Markets mixed as Chicago price quotes show wheat and livestock activity with varied futures across May July and Sept contracts. Cattle cows heifers and yearlings traded in ranges, with prime steers at around 0.80 per pound and hogs and lambs moving modestly, while packing districts report steady or slow demand and mixed poultry prices across regions.
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Chicago
Meh
Chiesa Board of Rade Todiey
Low
Jose
Mayo
Hissayo
Thackeray and Lowell on Henry Esmond Language
The fragment notes a remark by Thackeray asking Lowell to point out any error of Queen Anne English in the novel Henry Esmond. Lowell’s reply about usage marks a debate on diction. Thackeray asserts the line about “different to” while claiming others used the form.
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Thackeray
Lowell
Henry Esmond
C.cy
Thoughtful remark about singleton wife’s thoughts
A dialogue notes a wife’s unusually thoughtful nature and hints at her thinking during the speaker’s detention downtown, implying deeper inner impressions and private reflections.
Public Notice in Stephenson County Chancery Case
Public notice in the Stephenson County Chancery Court lists Harry K. Bolender as a feeble minded ward with Joseph W. Sherbordy as conservator seeking court order to sell 40 acres of the ward’s real estate in section 31 township 29 north range 9 east to fund support and maintenance and investment. The summons names Sarah E. Bolender as defendant. March term 1908 set for hearing and conservator application.
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Stephenson County
Hilnots
Harry K. Rolender
Joseph W. S Sherbordy
Joseph W. Sherbordy
Harry K. Bolender
Anta
Sarah BE. Bolender
Freeport
A.D. Pesard
Joseph WoSherboudy
Sata Mareh
A. D
Stephenson
Stenots
Towtl
Meastoef
Joseph W.selerbondy
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