Philippine debate on Dewey letter and Aguinaldo discussed
Congress debated Dewey’s denials of independence promises and Aguinaldo relations as Lodge read the Dewey letter. Pettigrew defended urging calm while Spooner linked Lawton’s death to ongoing Philippine fighting. Gallinger urged an end to the talk and reproved Pettigrew for sneering at soldiers.
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Indian appropriation bill triggers House committee debate
After routine business the House formed a committee of the whole to study the Indian appropriation bill carrying 7.93 million dollars. Cooney and Stephens spoke against imperialism while Hopkins argued for expansion within U S borders and questioned the civilizing effort for both Indians and Filipinos.
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Miners and Operators Meet Behind Closed Doors
The joint scale committee of the operators and miners met in executive session to report to the joint conference by 4 a.m. Thursday. Indiana and Illinois favor a single standard while Ohio and Pennsylvania stay on the double standard. Indiana resists the single standard, seeking to join with miners to push the change, with other states watching the dispute.
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Purcell Denounces Secret Talks With Mine Workers
National organizer George W. Purcell from Terre Haute complains about private meetings of the scale committee. He criticizes reporters for seeking details and says the sessions are private and none of the press should attend. He blasts the convention atmosphere, calling it tiring and full of gall.
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Commercial Club backs White River navigation study
The Commercial Club approved a committee report on White River navigation based on a river expedition. They claim the west fork can be navigable year round from Noblesville at reasonable cost, tapping coal, building stone, fire clay, brick and iron ore. The group advocates a $1,000,000 government appropriation for immediate survey and start of improvements.
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Buller Praises Thornycroft For Gallantry At Spronkop
Gen Buller reports to the war office that Captain Thornycroft ordered the retirement from Spronkop and with 40 percent losses, directed the defense on January 24 with conspicuous courage. He is not to blame for the withdrawal and his conduct is described as admirable.
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Boer Losses At Spionkop Put At 173
Pretoria dispatch reports Boer losses in the Spionkop battle as 53 killed and 120 wounded Wednesday, reflecting a high casualty toll for the engagement.
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Sudanese Troops Mutiny Report From Khartoum
Paris dispatch reports unconfirmed rumor that Soudanese troops at Khartoum mutinied. About 1,500 soldiers allegedly joined by 160 English troops under a major in command.
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Khartoum
Majer
Three More Pest House Site Offers Reported
City board studied monthly bills late into the night while seeking cost savings. Three pest house site offers were received, including parcels near Bethel and Churchmar streets and five acres west of the humane hospital, but none approved.
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M. G. McLain
Larry Township
Earthquake Shakes Whatcom County Washington
A five second quake struck Whatcom county late Tuesday night shaking many buildings and breaking windows and crockery. Residents rushed into streets in alarm as the tremor swept Seattle and surrounding areas.
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Witnesses in Quick murder trial examined in Peru
In Peru Indiana on January 31 the defense questioned witnesses including Mrs H H Quick mother of William and Henry Quick Mrs Flora Edith Quick’s mother Dr H V Passage Dr J C Malsbury and W T Howe They aimed to show Dr Hurty s stomach analysis of William Quick was insufficient.
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Coroner Nash records January record low cases
Coroner Nash reports only 19 cases in January the fewest in his tenure. Maggie Williams, African American, faces trial for shooting her lover over jealousy, set for February 7 if the former lover testifies. City ambulance service to return to duty Thursday. A shed fire at M Echoen’s 56 Keystone Ave causes $2 damage. Indianards railroads plan one fare rate within 4½ miles of Indianapolis on the day Gen Lawton lies in state.
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Usieldetea Pimiates
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New Casualty List From Gen Otis Memo
The dated Washington casualty list reports Killed on January 13 John W W Kelly of Company B Twenty second infantry and James E Newland sergeant of Company E Twenty seventh infantry at Moreno. Wounded include Michael J Credy thigh moderate Dennis P Quinlar foot slight Thomas O Rourke pelvis mortar and Christian A Jorgensen knee slight.
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John W W. Kelly
Twenty-second Infantry
James E. New
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Moreno
Michael J. Credy
Fourth Infantry
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Erate
Dennis P. Quinlar
Eleventh Cavalry
Thomas O'Rourke
Christian A. Jorgensen
Change of Venue Talked of in New York
Report discusses possible venue change for Roland B. Molineux case to Saratoga County likely, as another jury is deemed unbiased. The article notes speculation Wednesday that the decision would settle the fate, with Saratoga favored if a change occurs.
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Talbott Site Favors Ginger and Art Museum Move
Residents near the Talbott site rally behind the plan for an art museum with $12,500 needed from supporters. Committee secretary Kieth sees little trouble in raising the funds while Kissel supporters report about $9,000 pledged. Advocates argue Fairbank Kissel offers broader streets and better driveways, limiting costly roadwork on Talbott and Sixteenth streets.
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L. M. Fairbanks Dead Father of Senator Fairbanks
Loriston M. Fairbanks died in Pasadena at 75 following a fall in Springfield Ohio last July. He was born May 4 1825 in Vermont and lived in Springfield for years. He was married to Mary Adelaide Smith and was grandfather to Mrs Horace R Alien Jr of Indianapolis.
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Union County Agricultural Board
Free
Ohio
Horace R. Alien,Jr
Indianapolis
Goebel Condition Improves Slightly, Says Dr Hume
Dr. Hume reported a small improvement in Goebel's condition as the update on his health continued from the previous page. The note indicated a marginal positive change in Goebel's state.
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Whittaker in Kentucky Jail Isolated Over Goebel Shooting
Louisville report says many callers flocked to the county jail to see Roland Whittaker who was arrested at Frankfort after Goebel shooting and moved to the third floor for safety. Whittaker professes innocence. Also, James L. Sutton of Williamsburg, arrested at the Victoria hotel, initially claimed to have shot Goebel then to know who did, thought to be suffering from delirium tremens.
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Roland Whittaker
Frankfort
Senator Goebel
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Williamsburg
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Taylor Threatens Arrest If Kentucky House Adopts London Plan
Gov. Taylor warned Democratic leaders to adjourn and disperse or face arrest. Reports say all Democratic members who refuse to go to London will be arrested as officers guard Goebel’s room. London, Kentucky, seat of Laurel county, is described as a mountain gateway town with about 1,500 people amid ongoing feud incidents.
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Postum credited with cure of coffee-related ailments
A testimonial notes doctor advised stopping coffee and finding relief after switching to Postum Food Coffee. The writer details lengthy preparation trials, improved health, restored energy, and a pledge to avoid berry coffee, praising Postum as remarkable therapy.
Station Transfer Men Clash With Union Station Rules
Dispute over soliciting by transfer men at Union station leads to orders barring Frank Bird operatives from sheds. Gentlemens agreement to stay off sidewalks falters as cabbies breach line. Officials vow to enforce restrictions and station security to protect travelers.
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Butler Events Highlight Senior Year Activities and Debates
The Butler senior class announces its annual with Carl Loop editor and Misses Griggs Shover as assistants. Phi Delta Theta reunion at Bates house. Kappa Kappa Gamma hosts visiting fraternity members at Denison. A new West Christian colleges oratorical association forms including Eureka Hiram Bethany Butler. Sigmi Chi provincial convention at Denison. freshmen and sophomores debate on senate election by direct vote. Judges named Abbott Howe Brown.
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May Griggs
Fay Shover
E. M. Johnson
Edward Thompson
John Carr
Phi Delta Theta
Bates House
Kappa
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Denison
United States
Earl Edson
Henry Shively
George Kern
Louise van Dyke
Hope Whitcomb
Verne Blair
Profs. Abbott
T. Howe
D. Brown
Kitchener May Be Sent to Natal to Relieve Buller
The Leader stated Gen. Lord Kitchener will likely go to Natal at once. He was reported to have arrived at Sterkstroom to reorganize forces under Gen. Gatacre.
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Ministers Alarmed Over Ladysmith Abandonment Talk
London dispatches quote a member of the House of Lords expressing alarm at discussions about abandoning Ladysmith. The remark suggests opposition strength seen at parliament’s opening has unsettled the administration and raises questions about announcing any intention to act under Gen. White's oversight.
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Acquittal in Lawrence slander case and other regional items
In Lawrence Mass on Wednesday Emile Zola was acquitted of a slander charge related to a newspaper contretemps. A ship’s unknown bark lies ashore off Margate England with 15 men feared dead. M Humphreys of Paris Tenn reported killed by F M Hicks over a sister betrayal. Chicago endures severe cold while aromas coffee company in St Louis burns for losses around 110000 dollars.
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M. Humphreys
Paris
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Chicago
Aroma. Coffee Company
St. Louis
Gas dispute ends with $200 award to Halstead couple
A court jury on Wednesday awarded James Halstead and his wife $200 after a dispute over AC savings and gas costs. The decision follows questions about responsibility for medical illness caused by the issue.
Union Stock Yards Cattle and Sheep Prices List
Indianapolis Jan 31 cattle receipts 60 Wednesday shipments small export and shipping cattle quoted by weight Good to prime steers 1150 lbs and up around 52 60 Good to choice 1150 1300 1b 75 3 25 Medium to good steers 1100 1300 1b 4 50 4 75 Fair to medium feeding steers 3 15 4 50 Choice to fat calves and bulls prices shown for heifers cows and calves and packers pigs and lambs also listed for Wednesday shipments total cattle and sheep values and ranges included with weights and notes on quality.
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City Grain Market Prices and Carload Totals
January 31 market report lists corn, oats, wheat, and rye prices by grade with car counts. includes No 2 white corn 40 cars and various No 3 mixed and yellow grades, wheat steady to easier with multiple price points, and hay timothy ranges for timothy grades with total car shipments and wagon prices.
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Interstate Live Stock Market Report at Interstate Stock Yards
Cattle and hog receipts at Interstate Stock Yards on Wednesday show mixed demand for shipments and exports. Prices range for beef and buttery steers 4.60 to 8.50 with variety of weights. cows and calves 3.00 to 4.50. hogs 4.25 to 4.75. sheep and lambs 4.25 to 5.25 for prime to good quality, with no lamb shipments reported.
Wheat market unsettled by London error and plague news
Chicago reports the wheat market volatile after a London error mis-stated prices and was corrected causing heavy selling and buying. May wheat at 671,6208540 and July at 684, 7E6946c with closing 6814c. Italy’s quarantine against Argentina and bubonic plague cases draw attention amid market activity. Price moves also noted for May corn and May provisions including pork and yard.
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