Miners Present Side Of Leiter Case To Governor Yates
Springfield officials of the allied mine workers union told Gov. Yates on Thursday at Zeigler their miners did not take part in the army movement. Secretary Ryan said miners have a state wide agreement with coal operators on price and conditions, which Leiter refused to sign. He urged revealing truth and warned against dispatching troops while noting few workers remain in Camp Turner.
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Ryan
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Leiter
Ile
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United States
Camp
Turner
Impeachment of Swayne Voted by Lower House
Washington notes the House of Representatives, after over five hours, adopts a resolution for the impeachment of Judge Charles Swayne of the Northern District of Florida on charges of inflated per diem expenses. Five members to notify the Senate. a committee to present the case. Proceedings recall Belknap case of 1876.
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Washington
Howe
Florida
Senate
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Benwee
W. W. Belknap
Grants
Palmer
Pennsylvania
Minneaplis Fire Losses Reach 820000
Two firemen died and several were injured as a Tuesday night blaze tore through Minneapolis retail districts. The fire began at O H Peck & Co photograph supply and spread to adjacent buildings, including the large Houtell Brow furniture house, threatening the entire district before winds and firefighters containment cut its escape. Fire victims include Jacob F Miller and John Fellows. injured include Fred Kirchoff Tony Wilson and Lt J P Barrett in a heavy toll on the city’s emergency responders.
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Jacob F. Miller
In- Burance
John Fellows
Fred Kirchoff
Tony Wilson
J. P. Barrett
O. H. Peck & Co
Houtell Brow
Track Laying Near Lynton Robstown Branch Near Completion
Coroua Christi Tex. reports completion of track laying on the Lynton Robstown branch of the Brownsville road by February 1. Bridge construction across the Nueces River has begun, marking progress on the project.
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Inaugural Ceremonies Invitation Questioned by Governor
Jackson Mississippi reports Governor Vardaman avoiding comment Thursday night when asked if he would attend the Washington Inaugural ceremonies if extended. In St Louis a case was dismissed for lack of jurisdiction involving metalproofing firms. Ames bribery trial jurors in Minneapolis disagreed for the fourth time, Judge Elliott dismissing the panel.
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House Debates a Broad Financial Bill and Miscellaneous Measures
Washington reports House business covered a sweeping financial bill and assorted measures. A quorum lapse forced adjournment while debate focused on currency and Treasury powers with clashes over the Washington Monument disposal and a cabinet reshaping blueprint.
Mormon Woman Weeps On Stand In Smoot Probe
Washington reports five witnesses testifyingTuesday before the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee on the Smoot seat protest. A Mormon woman, Margaret Geddes, broke down on the stand while recounting plural marriage and temple ceremonies amid vows of secrecy and fear of mutilation for disclosure.
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Senate Passes Philippine Bill in Final 44 to 23 Vote
Washington reports the Senate passed the Philippine civil government bill with a final tally of 41 to 29 after days of amendments and debate. The measure grants powers to the Philippine government, sets bond and tax provisions, and authorizes debt for improvements. The day included statehood bill discussions and private calendar work, with adjournment moved to Monday.
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Witnesses testify on Marcum murder plot in Winchester
Report covers four witnesses who testified that Jomen Hargh Alexander Hargh Ed Callahan and B F P French plotted to kill Marcum Heath and others with James Hargis offering money for mercy. Details include quarry sightings, alibi plans, and armed presence cited by Mrs. Mary Johnson and John Noble. Also notes postmaster dismissed over subordination charges tied to 1902 political influence ban.
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Jomen Harghs
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James Hargis
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Mary Johson Slerer
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John Abner
Job Smith
Feltner
Ted Avbury Spicer
John Noble
Jackson
Curtis Jett
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Three Men Die On Battleship Wreck Near Philadelphia
Three sailors Edward Tho, Andrew Dantittoi, and Charles Ribot die after a runaway water事件 aboard a battleship near the Navy Yard in Marblehead. William Cole survives with injuries as others escape. A mishap involving a jet problem or hoisted gear led to the tragedy.
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Andrew Dantittoi
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Farmers Institute Convened in Porters District Meeting
The Porters Institute annual meeting for Christian Macouplt Montgomery and Soneinoy counties convened Thursday at Ataumption. A large attendance marked the opening day with fine exhibits of corn wheat oats and poultry. Addresses were delivered by Professor J G Mosier Urbana Mira Bacon Decatur and Miss Annue Barker Taylorville.
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Decatur
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Washington Court Affirms Conspiracy Case Rulings
The District of Columbia Court of Appeals on Tuesday affirmed a criminal court ruling in the conspiracy cases involving August W. Machen, George F. Lorenz, Samuel Groff and Diller Groff. They faced imprisonment in a West Virginia penitentiary and a $1040 fine. Eugene F. Ware urged the President to consider his views as he prepared for a Western trip.
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Kansas
Capt Clado Testimony and Release Ordered by Grand Duke
Capt Clado, detached from Admiral Orosvensky's squadron to act as a witness before the international commission, was arrested for attempting to harm the admiralty and Grand Duke Alexia, and has been released by order of Grand Duke Alexia in St. Petersburg.
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Five Hurt in Wreck at Manhattan Crossing
Five people were injured when a Kase A Rock Island stock train collided with a Union Pacific freight train halted on the crossing in Manhattan Wednesday. Fireman McKay of Belleville badly scalded. Engineer Henderson of Hoalleville and a dead brakeman unnamed among the injured. stockman Fred Wheatley of Mankato badly hurt. Harry Robins also reported injured.
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Italy United States arbitration treaty signed in Washington
A treaty of arbitration between Italy and the United States was signed at the state department on Wednesday by Baron dea Planches the Italian ambassador and Secretary Hay. The instrument mirrors other arbitration pacts formed by the United States.
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Italy
United States
State Department
Dea Planches
Hay
Auction of Sully's Exchange Seats in New York
The four seats on the cotton exchange held by Daniel J. Bully & Co. sold on Monday for 40,100 dollars on the exchange floor. The three seats in the name of Daniel J. Sully went for 10,000 dollars each.
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Peace Conference Planned in London Spring Meeting
Copenhagen correspondent reports a monarch peace conference planned in London in the spring with Emperor Francis Joseph the czar and King Edward likely to attend and Emperor William possibly present. Governor Yates grants Eli Bugg a four week reprieve to appeal to the Board of Pardons meeting January 10. Judge William F. Early named trustee of Minots training school for girls at Geneva to fill vacancy.
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Storm Hits Salina Stock Hard Amid High Winds
A severe Friday storm in Salina Kansas drove high winds all day and left temperatures dipping, with stock suffering the impact. Local reports note strong winds and notable weather conditions affecting livestock.
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Long Distance Wireless Telegraph Message Claims Record
Wireless telegraph message sent from Kansas City to Cleveland covering 725 miles without relay. Officials claim it may be the longest overland wireless distance achieved to date.
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Duel Ends With Death After Schoolmaster Spanking
In Jackson Minnesota a street duel Thursday left J W Mangum killed and Professor Woodward, high school principal, seriously wounded after Mangum confronted him over the chastisement of Mangum’s child by the school official.
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Carnegie to Testify in Chadwick Trial
New York reports Andrew Carnegie will testify at the Chadwick case when health improves. A secretary released a statement saying Carnegie will deposit at home and, after Florida, testify at later proceedings if required. Chadwick arrived in Cleveland amid a crowd’s jeers and guards.
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Nightly shooting resumed at Zeigler in Wisconsin
Zeigler Wisconsin endures nightly gunfire with two nights of disturbances. Residents fear for safety as soldiers and National Guardsmen patrol the town and lay telephone lines. In Washington, arbitration treaty talks differ from prior plans and may take time. Pine Bluff Arkansas reports a $7,500 fire loss at R. M. Knox warehouse. Jacksonville Tennessee mine boiler explosion causes major fire.
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Atinek Ik
Garloi
Colin Campbell
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Josaph Leiter
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Ark
R. M. Knox
Butler Retains Seat in Congress After Prolonged Contest
Washington reports James J. Butler will retain the Missouri 1st district seat in Congress after a lengthy election contest led by Col. George B. Reynolds. The House committee on elections recommended discharging the case without declaring Butler elected, and the House adopted the report without dissent. The decision leaves Butler as representative as of March next, with debate over the committee’s findings and potential further action. The vote reflected divisions on whether sufficient evidence supported seating Butler.
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James J. Butler
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Missouri
George BR. Reynolds
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Howes
Howe
Wien
Sonnhleriin
Howse
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Norty
Dwight
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Philippine Bill on Its Final Passage
The Philippine Bill advances to final passage amid debate over road bonds and interior improvements. Supporters highlight civilizing power of roads, while opponents press mining and location law changes and amendments.
Kratz Case Continued Amid Health Concerns In Missouri
Hater, Missouri, the Kratz bribery case tied to the St. Louis and Suburban Hallway deal was postponed due to medical certificates. Charles Kent’s counsel cited illness and recent appendectomy as preventing his client’s appearance. Governor-Elect Folk stated readiness for trial. a motion for postponement was granted. If held January 2, it would be first before Judge C. A. Denton after his election.
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Charlies L. Blanton
United States Treasury Department
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Ile
Folk
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Effeult
Central Illinois Chicken Show Opens in Jacksonville
The eighth annual Central Vinals Poultry Association exhibit opened Wednesday in Jacksonville UK. About 00 birds entered with representation from all Central counties. In Tokyo, reports say the Japanese torpedoed the Russian battleship Sevaspol, marking the dawn of warship attrition as others were sunk.
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