Smoot Case Hinges on Burrows Attitude in Senate
Washington date from December reports that Michigan Senator Burrows chairs the committee on privileges and elections and will decide whether to reopen hearings on Reed Smoot. Protestants press the case while Democrats unite against Smoot, with the outcome likely dependent on Burrows and the politics of the Fifty-ninth Congress.
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Utah
Washington
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Dillingham
Verwant
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Indiana
Committee of Privileges and Elections
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Burt
Senate
Quay
Binpot
Extra Session Hinted If Rail Rate Bill Fails
Washington dispatch warns President Roosevelt may push a long fight over rail rate legislation with a possible extra session if Congress adjourns without a genuine rate bill. Opposition is largely secret with Wall Street backing delays to subvert a real plan. senators fear political maneuvering signals a broader battle ahead.
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Washington, D. C
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Senate
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Tosing
India
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Benater Keane
Wall-nt
Two Points Move On Interstate Rate Regulation
A passage traces two key shifts in rate regulation views. First, railroads no longer insist that regulators decide rates solely in court. Second, the dispute over court review timing fades as the ICC’s continuance is accepted and court override powers are debated, with study by the president’s advisers and senators noting possible actions after Christmas.
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B likIns
Poraker
Interstate Commerce Commission
Girl Rangs Bell During Moonshine Raid Near Mauldin
In London Kentucky a girl rang a bell to warn Sam Elliott deputy collector and George Thompson deputy about a moonshine raid in Mauldin County. Officers destroyed a large still packed with whisky and captured one man near Witt's house while two others fled into the mountains. The trio, Clyde Thompson W R Williams and Charles Burnett, were brought before Commissioner Feltry. Witt attempted to alert kin as officers approached. The three men operated the plant and fled into the woods as officers pursued on horseback.
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London
Jink P. Elliott
George C. Thompson
Clyde Thompson
W.R. Willama
Charles Burnett
Mauldin
Dackenn
Juvenile court sentences South Side club members
The juvenile court sentenced eight members of the South Side club for devious deeds including aiding a delinquent board bill and funding the treasury by selling chickens. Subpoenas were issued for four drug stars and a dealer suspected of selling narcotics. Readings came from youthful offenders before the court.
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Thores Hive
Inw
Plainfield
White
Labor Institute
Powers Chosen Orator in Butler College Tryout
G BF Powers placed second in Butler College intercollegiate oratorical tryout with "The Real Emancipator" and "Ingration Restrictions" topic. Karl Barnett won third with "Civic Righteoueness." Other text advertises goods and local services with scattered names and dubious phrases.
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Powers
G. BF. Powers
Uutler College
Blale
Karl Barnett
Lawson Fights Std Oil Crowd Over Copper Profits and Bankruptcy
New York traders watched Thomas W Lawson wage a public battle with the Standard Oil group over Amalgamated Copper shares. Lawson claimed potential gains of 10 to 20 percent if successful but warned of personal bankruptcy if his scheme failed, while stock quotes fluctuated amid the clash.
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Nerippac
New York
New York Stock Exchange
Thomas W. Lawson
Standard Oil
Amalgamated
Lawson
Hut
Rlng
Thomas W. Cason
Walbatgosmo
Lawwan
Lawach
Cooper Stack
Mbeto
Amalgamated Copper
Railroads Spar for Wind Interchange Clash at Public Hearing
The Tithina Ritlrout Commission met Friday with principal shippers and railroad reps to discuss interchange of shipments and loading at designated points. The session devolved into a sparring match with railroads guarding every point. FL Wayne’s complaint was presented by Chairman Bush of the State Shippers' association. An Indianapolis Board of Trade committee noted no local trouble from interchange refusals but cited delays in placing cars for loading and unloading. The Friday session signaled a tough road to an open conference solution.
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Prin Shippers
Railroada
FL Wayne
Bush
State Shippers’ Association
Indianapolis Board of Trade
Indianapolis
Parker Case Continued to Next Court Date
A police court session on Friday morning continued the Parker case after a youth from Gatton area severely cut Patrol Keoy Diener. The hearing was adjourned until the next Trenday for further action.
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Parker
Young Gtn
Keoy Diener
Sip Benred I
Protest 18 Presented To Board Of Public Works
The unsatisfactory condition of North Western Avenue prompts a protest by Commercial Specific Company and Twenty Listest against the Public Works Board seeking action on the street's repair.
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Northwestern-ave
Board of Public Works
Noche Weatern
Saloon Keeper Joseph Baker Released in Police Court
Joseph Baker who runs a saloon at Warren Avenue was arrested last week for allowing gambling questions in his saloon. He was discharged in police court on Friday.
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Baker
Joseph Baker
Dwelling Damaged by Sparks Cause Fire at John Oliver Place
Fire damage reported at a Wet Muskingum area residence on Friday after sparks from a chimney ignited the dwelling. No injuries noted, estimates indicate extensive damage to the structure and surrounding area. Fire crews responded quickly to extinguish the blaze and prevent spread.
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John Oliver
Odysys Ramet Reconciles in Nebraska Dispute
In Omaha on December 18, 1900s era, Buffalo Bin plans to travel to his wife’s home in North Platte, Nebraska. Friends state the couple will reconcile and make up their differences amid the regional rumors.
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Omaha
Neb
Buffalo bin
North Platte
Farmer’s Despondency Leads to Self Destruction in Missouri
Clay Nev ille, a farmer seven miles from Corryville, Missouri, reportedly died by his own hand on Thursday, overwhelmed by financial strains and unable to invest money as planned. The report notes his growing despondency from excess cash he could not deploy.
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Lathiana
Dee
Clay Neville
Corryville
Man shot himself after mystery incident in New York
A well dressed man, possibly from Mexico, was shot through the brain in a Broadway restaurant. He is in a New York hospital in critical condition. He spoke only his name Feliz Frank and hinted at family wealth in Germany and banking in Mexico. He stayed at the Helvidere hotel since December 2, registered as Felix Frank. He is about 30 years old.
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ScripperWeKee
New York
Dee
Mexico
Broadway
Simeel
Feliz Frunk
Helvidere Hotel
Felix Frank
Germany
Businees
Harriman on Stand in Utterly Turbulent Inquiry
New York December reports show Harriman called Ryan after learning of his Hyde stock purchase and claimed Ryan sought chairman influence. Ryan said purchases tied to his board nomination and requested help in steering the inquiry. Cravath and Elisa Fanaldo attended the interview, contrasting Harriman and Ryan’s accounts.
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Styau
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Hyde
Paul Morton
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Hughes
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Once Out Free Forever Prisoners Won't Be Recalled
A habeas corpus case before Judge Winlin of the police court concerns Jenny Everson and a prior release from the workhouse. The court rules a prisoner released from the workhouse cannot be recalled for the old charge after the sentence expires.
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Jennie Arnold
Witten Beersoe
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Uuken
Winlin
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Lewthers
Thieves Loot Grocery for Cash and Tobacco
A note from the Charles Rasiatuck Grocery at Bt. Clair and Winotestri reports a Thursday break in. Thieves entered the front door and stole money and a quantity of tobacco. Police are investigating the assailants.
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Bewneer
Charles Rasiatuck
Bt. Clair and Winotestri
Plans New Ordinance Special Meeting Friday Night
A special meeting of the city council is set for Friday night at 7 30 at city hall to discuss altering passage of an ordinance regulating Avery stables. The plan aims to adjust rules governing the stables located on Avery street.
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Uvery Counel
Avery Stables
Hoch must hang as Hoch case affirmed by court
The supreme court affirms the Hoch case and orders execution. Hoch reacts with tears and says he will appeal to higher courts. The review comports with errors claimed by Hoch, including admissibility of Amelia Fischer Hoch’s testimony and Hoch’s statements. The court finds no improper remarks by the judge and upholds the judgment despite lingering concerns over the sufficiency of circumstantial evidence.
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Hoch
Amelia Fischer Hoch
Death sentence upheld in high court ruling for Juliano Hoch
In Chicago the Supreme Court affirmed Juliano Hoch's death sentence, setting execution for February 2. Hoch expressed disbelief and resigned acceptance as sentencing actions appeared settled. witnesses and family showed visible distress as the case neared its final judicial step.
Beene Acted By Board In Penitentiary Case
Dec. 1 special to the Sem from Columbus reports Beene was enacted by the board of managers. Sherman, serving two years from Locus county, was paroled after the deliberations. A man from Toledo came to attend the hearing and, after the decision, Beene leaped into his father’s arms. The incident caused a brief pause in news coverage. Sherman was then tied to an express company job.
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Penitene
B.C. Sherman
Locus County
Msony
Toledo
Sherman Riu ¢Nibeazihd Trnds
Ah Expres
Tie Win Ie
Fast St
Crane Collapse Kills One in Milford Bridge Accident
In Cincinnati area, a massive steam crane toppled from a bridge of the Cincinnati Columbeum Traction company over the Ji Ho Mia river at Milford. Jonie Unis of Delance was killed and several workers were injured, as the crane plunged into the stream. A dozen men on the bridge had narrow escapes.
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MONE
Cincinnati
Jonie Unis
Delance
Columbeum Traction Company
Ji Ho Mia
Milford
Contractors Out as Reformatory Shifts to Trial
In Jeffersonville Indiana the reform school ends its use of contractors. The union company removed yesterday. The new provision requires no further prisoners to be sent to contractors and the school intends to be given a trial.
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Perppesnenae Rreme
Jeffersonville
Ind
Bidiona Reformatory
Union Carruae and Rattan Company
Taggarts Go to Chicago Amid Family Flight
Taggarts, including Serpe mother and two young sons, left Cincinnati by train for Chicago last night. The family, once connected to Maj. Taggart and Atuf Wagwart, were seen boarding the OIL & D. service in Newport before continuing to Chicago.
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Taggart
Wagwart
Atuf
Newport
Cam
OIL & D
Chicago
Cassie's Reign of a Year Ends in Cleveland Case
In Cleveland Ohio on December it marks one year since Mrs Casale Chadwick was arrested and jailed ending a brief scandal. The case revolves around a mysterious reign of fear and public curiosity as investigators pursued alleged crimes and the city reflected on the events of the past year.
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Cleveland
Casale Chadwick
Goodrich Calls the Committee Meeting in Indiana
James Guuurien chairs the Republican State Central Committee in Indiana. A Friday call from Winchester prompts a Monday meeting in Indianapolis to set district convention timing, form a new state committee, and schedule the Christmas holidays love feast. Rumors say January or February reorganization. the move may aid Goodrich’s bid for state chair. The Seventh district race in Marion County centers on William Boston and Oliver P Ensley, with Floyd Woods not seeking renomination. a compromise third candidate could emerge.
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Chaiman
Republican State Central Committee
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Winchester
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Goodrich
Marion County
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William Boston
Oliver P Ensley
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Strep Floyd Woods
Chatrman
Men- Monel
Trial records reveal revolver incident at Valley Mills bridge
A contested case at a Sherton county bridge over Valley Mills involves Albert Weatherly and Charles Mendenhall amid a November incident. Doan, acting for Weatherly, faced a reprimand as John Weatherly allegedly fired a revolver toward Albert Weatherly after a bidding dispute. Juror Whitson faced questions about partiality, but both sides accepted the jurors.
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Juda Wilburn Wileben
Doby Weatherly
Decatur Manship
Albert Weatherly
Chariea Mendenhall
At & Bridge
Newton Whaware
Dreision
Sidge Wilson
Whitson
Aged woman injured in street collision near Caplalave
Mrs. Helle Hands, aged Ti, was knocked down by a horse Thursday near Caplalave and Washington streets. She suffered a fracture of the hip and was taken to her home at 431 Hudson 4th after ambulances guided by Dr. Laughlin. The article notes she failed to see the approaching horse and the rider who stepped from the curb.
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Caplalave
Washington
Hudson 4Th
Laughlin
Hanson
Salvation Army Plans Christmas Dinners for 100 Families
The Salvation Army in Indianapolis prepares to feed 100 needy families with Christmas dinners. Kettles are stationed across five downtown points to collect funds for the effort, and a Christmas children's entertainment with toys sheen and candy is set for Christmas night at the army hall on West Washington Street.
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Indianapalia
Washington St
Give Filled Baskets Aid Effort Listed By Murat Temple
The Myrtle Ehring chapter of Murat temple plans a charitable distribution this year and will share five hundred baskets. C. L. Wade Charles Ferguson Horace Wood and William C. Moore lead the committee and request members report families in need for assistance.
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Tanapolis
Murat
C. L. Wade
Charles Fergueon
Horace Wood
William C. Moore
Commissioners Refuse Action on Voting Machines Bid
County commissioners decline to explain why all bids for voting machines were rejected. They plan to readvertise for bids on 130 machines, citing no reasons. Debate centers on whether reappropriation by the County Council is required to proceed next year.
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Ead John McGregor
Uke Vaord
John Ne‘imughey
Trix
Thura
Indiana violinist triumphs after seven years study abroad
Thaddeus Rich of Indianapolis made his debut at Mendelssohn Hall New York after seven years of study in Bern. He performed Bach and Beethoven with works praised by an appreciative audience. Rich began music under Richard Schlewele and later studied with Hugh McGibeny in Indianapolis.
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Thaddeus Rich
Indianapelin
Mendelssohn's Hall
New York
Rich
Indianapolis
Richa Schlewele
Hugh Bmcgibeny
Tenants Sued for Injunction Over Two Acre Farm Claim
John P. Frenzel and Otto Ne Freneab sue Harvey Koons and Frank Cassady seeking an injunction and damages alleging the defendants seized and occupied their two acre farm in 8 percent and have remained there without permission.
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Otto Ne Freneab
Harvey ©. Koons
Frank Cassady
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Weather Outlook for Friday Night and Saturday
Frght sky forecast shows fair to start with Friday night and Saturday. Occasional rain possible, with increasing chances by afternoon. Temperatures moderate, winds light, and local conditions may vary across regions.
One Hundred Poor Boys to Receive Coats and Shoes
In Indianapolis 100 poor boys will receive coats and shoes on Christmas Day from Flaks & Co. G B Rubens of the clothing firm was seen at the police station and fled with one million luckers, later found to be worth distributing to applicants deemed worthy after investigation.
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