Russia Angers Britain as North Sea Incident Cools
The London and St Petersburg reports describe a cooled crisis after Russian shelling of British fishing vessels in the North Sea. Britain demands apology, compensation, and an immediate inquiry with punished guilty officers. King Edward and the czar spoke by telegraph as the rest of the fishing fleet resumes, with London noting coolness and cautious reactions. The Scripps dispatches also report Russian chagrin and the Shahke River quiet. Separately, Winnipeg records highwaymen robbing an Hamilton branch manager and clerks of 4000 dollars, escaping toward North Dakota.
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Republicans Hustle as Tom Smiles at War Veterans Rally
Seodrich laughs at Democratic rally tactics as Indiana voters tilt toward Parker. Republicans at state headquarters report more visitors and press requests while Goodrich, amid rumors and staged displays, maintains calm. Taggart’s influence and conference planning draw scrutiny as race heats up.
Ball Magnates Meet at National Baseball League Convention
The fourth annual convention of the National Association of Baseball Leagues opened with President Powers presiding in New York Victoria. Delegates included CF Rusheal Indianapolis and JD Smith Terre Haute. The Beard of Architecture reviewed club disputes while Tri-State Venice sought membership and territory protection around Richmond Lynchburg Newport and Norfolk. A new division was planned for 1918 and Western teams debated hosting duties and future schedules.
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Lang on Trial for Alleged Improper Expenditures
Lang, employed by Lutber as a salesman, stands trial on charges of malfeasance tied to collecting and using funds from customers. He admits buying small treats for customers but denies intent to defraud. Meanwhile a Chicago telegram reports a death from tetanus linked to vaccination neglect, a coroner's jury citing lockjaw as the cause.
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George Hoeluborsky
Weather and local civic notes from the post
Fair tonight and Wednesday with cooler air arriving. Temperatures show 42 at dawn and 48 by afternoon. Mayor Holtzman met Tuesday with Captain Cheat ham re sewage disposal for the Army Post and possible linking to the Indianapolis system. Maggie Angell sues the Supreme Lodge of Knights of Honor for 1909 alleging a benefit certificate payout.
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Benjamin Hartison Army
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Indianapolia
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Cutt
Supreme Lodge of Knights of Honor
Gompers Fights to Retain AFL Presidency in San Francisco
At the twenty fourth convention of the American Federation of Labor in San Francisco delegates near 300 will attend set against Gompers opposition. Duncan and Mitchell back rivals amid debates on industrialism and open shop. leaders push autonomy and centralization stakes while shaping policy on eight hour law and union representation.
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Chicago
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American Federationist
Mystery in His Trip to New York
Chicago October report says Mayor Carter T Harrison left for New York after noon to meet with Judson Parker and discuss speaking engagements. The trip followed a long distance telegram from Democratic Headquarters. Harrison did not see Chairman Thomas Taggart and politicians await the purpose of the sudden visit.
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New York
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Verdict for Irene Allison in Tate estate case
A Noblesville jury awarded Irene Allison 8436 for caring for Mrs. Tate over 20 years. The case, tried in Indianapolis, previously yielded 6000 but was reversed on technicalities. Diamond rings and jewelry advertised with inspection offered at local stores.
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Irene Alison
Helen J. Tate
Noblesville
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Kept epidemic dark in Woodruff Place report
The Board of health announced no new scarlet fever cases in Woodruff Place for a couple of days. The suburb is not included in city incorporation, delaying notification. City sanitarian Keene will take measures to inspect the city and report dangerous diseases promptly.
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Prisoner Escape Sparks Suit Between Parties
William Anderson sues fugitive Rollie Cain for 300 dollars alleging Cain escaped while Anderson and deputy constable tried to arrest him. Eugene Alexander and William Horokamp are charged with assisting Cain to escape and named in the suit as parties to the events. Anderson had pursued Cain to bring him to Justice Smorck's court after Dora Anderson, the daughter who prosecuted Cain, had died.
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Rollie Cain
Eugene Alexander
William Horokamp
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Alexander
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Attempted train robbery near city at Twenty-second station
An unknown group fired five shots at a Lake Erie & Western passenger train No 4 near the Twenty-second Street station Monday night causing a panic among riders. No one was struck and the assailants fled before authorities could be alerted. The attack occurred as the fast moving train slowed to stop at the station.
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Michigan hears him Senator Fair at Monroe and Adrian
Scripps-McRae Telegram Detroit reports Senator Fair at Monroe Tuesday morning urged Republican principles. He spoke to voters about tariff questions and praised McKinley and Roosevelt. The trip continued to Adrian for a bus stop and a final speech at Grant Ramis Tuesday night.
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Grant Ramis
Note to the Powers at Hague Peace Conference
A fragmentary dispatch from the MRAB Telegram Poon cites the U S State Department sending diplomats to the Hague conference to seek support for a new peace congress. The message notes President Roosevelt pledged to press for a broader international peace gathering and asks whether The Hague can host it.
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Red Marks On Walls During Wife Death Inquiry
Chicago police hold Jacob Schilling after his wife Alfred Schilling dies and red stains appear on walls and doors. A life insurance policy found in a box, initially denied by Schilling, is to be examined as autopsy results determine cause of death. He claims surprise at his wife's death and denies bond, saying he found her dead in bed Sunday evening and suspects heart disease rather than foul play.
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Accuse Knox of Fraud in Getting List
Charges of fraud and countercharges dominated a Tuesday session of election commissioners as they examine George W. Knox potential placement on the ballot as a colored congressional candidate. Witnesses testified to withdrawals, forged signatures, and payoffs, with Overstreet allies alleging Democrats signed to influence votes. Knox filed a second petition containing 361 names, while Everett argued the board cannot receive evidence on withdrawals. The day showcased conflicting testimonies about signature authenticity and alleged tampering, and the commission prepared to continue hearings.
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Alyseomora
Roscoe Hawking
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Thomas Elies
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Spenere
Leonard Quill
Davia
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Tridlana-aye
Everett
Mrs Heuser Seeks Divorce Claim Against Drunkard Husband
Mrs Jose Heuser files for divorce from Edward Heuser alleging habitual drunkenness and abuse. The petition claims he failed to support her and notes prior conduct.
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