U S Marshal denies bribery claim in Fay case
Madison Wis Aug 31 United States Marshal Lewiston said there was no truth to a Chicago paper story alleging Eddie Fay offered Postoffice Inspector Fraser 50 000 and Deputy Marshal Jonas 10 000 for their liberty. Fraser would have no way to accept such a sum and Fay's bail was only 10 000.
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Janesville
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Lewiston
Peace talks progress reported amid delayed replies
Witte reported at 2 o clock that no message had arrived from the czar confirming actions, while Russian envoys awaited news on peace terms. St Petersburg and Tokio offered no word as treaty drafters postponed their meeting to the afternoon. A high official in Russia dismissed claims of peace being deplored and cited wartime strains and famine as pressures feeding negotiations.
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Witte
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Tokio
Russia
Linovitch
Roosevelt
Chicago
Woods Names New City Engineer as Powell Steps Down
Walter S. Woods was sworn in as city engineer and took the desk from Frank Powell. Draftsman Otto Mueller and Rodman Charles Jarvis will keep their current posts. Woods has not yet chosen an assistant engineer and expects to decide in a week or two.
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Frank Powell
Woods
the Tribune
Otto Mueller
Rodman
Charles Jarvis
Powell
Was a Jol er Proper Says Mrs Taggart In Court
Mrs Taggart denied knowledge of charges by the captain alleging improprieties by Miner. She testified General Miner’s compliments at dinner were playful and about her appearance. She said she could not help blushing and denied smoking cigarettes despite Lieut Fortesque's prior testimony.
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Miner
Southernner Threatens Jeff Davis in Arkansas Meeting
United States Attorney General Robert Rogers, a governor candidate, warned Senatorial candidate Jeff Davis in Higginson Arkansas that he would kill him if Davis attacked his private character during a Griffithville speech. The confrontation occurred this morning.
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Ark
United States Attorney General
Robert Rogers
Jeff. Davis
United States Senate
Griffithville
Rogers
Taft Party En Route for Japan
The transport Logan carrying the Taft party sailed from Manila for Japan. Before departure natives demonstrated and many presents were sent to Miss Roosevelt.
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Logan
Taft
Japan
Roosevelt
Vermont Battleship Launched In Quincy
The battleship Vermont was launched this morning in Quincy Massachusetts.
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Ground Breaks For New High School Contract Signings
The board of public works signed contracts for a new high school this morning. Within two hours preliminary work began under Contractors Dwinnell and Laughlin at Fifteenth and Cass streets. Soil condition praised and foundations set to start soon with Laughlin in charge full time and Dwinnel visiting city regularly.
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Dwinnell & Laughlin
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Deserter Albert Nesham Arrested by Fort Snelling Officers
Albert Nesham, a La Crosse youth, arrested here by two armed Fort Snelling soldiers for desertion. He was taken to Milwaukee and boarded the fast mail for Fort Snelling, with 15 days left to return before formal charges. The local recruiting officer referred to Nesham as absent without leave.
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la Crosse
Fort Snelling
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Hotel Grand
Milwaukee
Paul Spah Weds Paul Spah Weds Judge Brindley
Paul Spah and Miss Augustine Lempke, both of this city, united in marriage this morning with Judge Brindley officiating. They will begin housekeeping here soon.
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Judge Brindley
Paul Spah
Augustine Lempke
New Amsterdam Area Residents Informed On Game Law Changes
Local hunters are told the prairie chicken season is restricted. Prairie chickens may be killed elsewhere but not in Vernon County and nearby counties, while coveys near New Amsterdam and other parts of the county must not be disturbed.
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New Amsterdam
Hans Tenor Dies in Rome
Rome reports the death of Francisco Tamango, renowned tenor, on August 31. The celebrated vocalist passed away today, ending a storied career in opera and concert performance.
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Francisco Tamango
Roden Undergoes Third Throat Operation
Sam Roden Jr. submitted to a third throat operation this morning at Dr. Lueck’s office with assistance from Mr. Mulford. Doctors expect a full recovery from his ailment.
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Massive Lumber Fire Destroys Priest River Mill and Homes
Fire at Priest River Idaho destroyed 8,000,000 feet of lumber and 25 houses near Newport Washington. The blaze caused an estimated loss of 300,000 dollars. Fire crews reported extensive damage and ongoing efforts to curb hotspots.
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Wash
Priest River
Idaho
Mayor Appoints Walter S Woods City Engineer
In a sudden council action at La Crosse the mayor announced the appointment of Walter S Woods as city engineer to succeed Frank Powell. The move, described as aimed at best city interests, was made after a lengthy session with 13 aldermen present and a large crowd in attendance.
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Frank Powell
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Racine
Powell
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Alderman Downs
Ald. Downs
Ald. Lang
la Crosse
Rose
Woods
Otto Mueller
Mueller
Alderman Dowarts
Beals C. Wright Wins National Tennis Championship
Beals C. Wright of Boston defeats Ward to capture the national tennis title at Newport on August 31.
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Ward
Beals C. Wright
Boston
Morocco to demand apology and indemnity over Algerian
Paris reports the government will seek an apology and compensation from Morocco after Bouzain, an Algerian subject, was imprisoned. Bouzain’s release provoked displeasure from prime minister Rouvier.
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Morroco
Bouzain
Rouvier
Paul Lutz Jr and Elizabeth Spettel Wed License News
Paul Lutz Jr and Miss Elizabeth Spettel were licensed to wed by County Clerk Rawlinson this morning. Both are well known in the city and the forthcoming marriage will be greeted with congratulations. The groom is a furrier.
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Paul Lutz, JR
Elizabeth Spettel
Rawlinson
Pueblo Woman Drowns After Killing Son in Ditch
Mrs. E B Havre wife of a wealthy real estate man killed her five year old son withchloroform, tied the body to her own and leaped into the Bessemer ditch in Pueblo Colorado. The motive remains unexplained.
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Pueblo
Colo
E. B. Havre
Weathy
Bessmer Ditch
Collins warns of raid after board of trade vote
Chicago AuG 31 Chief of Police Collins says illegal trading will be stopped and he may raid the board of trade after yesterday's vote to trade in puts and calls.
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Board of Trade
Collins
Malpractice suit filed by Carl Scheufler against Dr Cohen
Physician Carl Scheufler sues Dr Cohen for 100 damages alleging malpractice after a finger wound worsened when stitches were removed. Scheufler had earlier been treated by Dr Bechmann, who saved the finger. The case, before Justice Daniels, follows Cohen's $3 claim for medical services and includes a counter suit.
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Dr. Cohen
Justice Daniels A
Scheufler
Bechmann
Cohen
Schenfler
Raymond and
Raymond
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