Rumor battles over Pfister Stephenson La Follette deal
Madison May 29 Special A new version of the Pfister Stephenson Connor arrangement, linking Isaac Stephenson to a U.S. Senate seat, spreads amid Wisconsin political circles. Pfister allegedly aided Stephenson by not opposing him, while La Follette’s role shifts in a shifting triumvirate amid public service settlement chatter. The story’s credibility is debated, with anti La Follette papers pushing the line, and supporters or skeptics weighing the dollar’s influence on the maneuvering. A Spooner boom is noted as Oshkosh Northwestern hints Spooner should lead, tied to La Follette’s national ambitions and leadership questions. The piece questions La Follette’s breadth and selflessness despite reform efforts.
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Madison
Wis
Pfister- Stephenson-Connor
Isaac Stephenson
United States Senate
Hudnall
Connor
Stephenson
Senate
la Follette
Milwaukee
Pfister-Connor
Marinette
Spooner
Oshkosh Northwestern
John C. Spooner
la Follette Oo
Wisconsin
Drastic Bill Aims at Express Companies In Wisconsin
A Wisconsin senate committee pushes a bill cutting express rates by one third. It imposes fines for overcharges with agents facing 100 to 1000 dollars and companies 500 to 5000 dollars. Other measures include funding for an injured prisoner, eroding duplicative rail lines, and advancing the co employe bill and Nye sleeping car berth rule.
A Pious Libertine Worcester Divorce Case Emerges
Mrs Delia Dalrymple wife of Rev Charles R Dalrymple explains his departure from Milbury where he led the First Unitarian church and her decision to sue for divorce She asserts control over funds was demanded by him but cites his illicit relations with a home helper as the real issue She shows a letter from the girl and hints at a Chicago mistress gathering.
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Worcester
Mass
Delia Dalrymple
Charles R. Dalrymple
Milbury
First Unitarian Church
Chicago
Dalrymple
Helena Man Arrested in Locket Disguise Linked to Chicago Murder
A Helena police detain a man who claimed the diamond locket was stolen property and who matches the description and tattoo marks of an alleged Chicago killer, William Zelensky, linked to a January 17 homicide. The suspect gave the name George Kelley and was found in a lower Main street saloon.
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Helena
Mont
George Kelley
Kelley
Chicago
William Zelensky
Regulators Discuss Railroad Shipments At Mil lers Convention
The Mills national convention in St. Louis focused on railroad shipments with Finley of the Southern railroad delivering the principal address. He argued for government regulation while outlining the railroads view in the debate.
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ST. Louis
Finley
Southern Railroad
Death near at Stoddard Hotel gas accident
George Delemater a Stoddard hotel storeroom worker nearly died from illuminating gas leaking under high pressure from a wide open gas cock in his room He was unconscious for two hours before friends and doctors revived him Angus Page who also rooms there smelled gas and forced the door to find Delemater The rescue happened after he disconnected a rubber hose from the gas pipe He was able to return to work that afternoon
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George Delemater
Stoddard
Delemater
Page
State Street
Fourth
Fifth Strets
Angus Page
Rowles
Van Camps Body Found Along River After Drowning
William Van Camp was found dead alone at the head of Running Slough six miles south of town. The body of Mrs Rose Wright remains in the river. Lester Albert reported a suspender in the water and alerted police. The funeral for Van Camp was held at 4:30 p m. Relatives attended the service led by Rev James W Irish. Boating parties scoured the river for Mrs Wright.
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William van Camp
Rose Wright
van Camp
Running Slough
Here
Lester Albert
Miller Brothers
James W. Irish
M. E. Church
Senator Owen Pushes 8000 for Mississippi River Study
Senator Owen urged an $8,000 appropriation to study utilizing Wisconsin waterways and install a cable system. He warned water rates lag rail freight, cited rail interests blocking river development, and noted high foreign river spending versus the U.S. effort.
Loring Aiken dies of dropsy at 60 in La Crosse
Loring Aiken died after heart dropsy operation in Chicago. A Wisconsin native, born 1847 in New Hampshire, he moved to Wisconsin in 1855, worked in mills, lumber, and grain firms, and organized La Crosse's first ball team. He leaves a wife and nine children. Albert Aiken to bring remains to La Crosse tomorrow. funeral plans pending.
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Loring A. Aiken
Chicago
Aiken
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
Emma Cove
Columbia County
Newton
Wis
la Crosse
C. L. Colman Lumber Company
Board of Trade
Edwards Wood Company
Wisconsin Grain and Stock Company
First
Wisconsin Heavy Artilery
Elmer Aiken
Menodia
Albert
Percy
Lester
Garfield
Omro
Blanche
Chas. Raymond
D. Raymond
Albert Aiken
Milwaukee Road
Triggs Wife Sues Chicago Professor for Divorce
Mrs. Triggs files for divorce from Oscar L. Triggs a former University of Chicago professor amid allegations of undue familiarity with other women. The case stems from his earlier notoriety tied to his controversial philosophy and residence in Chicago.
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Chicago
Oscar L. Triggs
University of Chicago
Kuroki Arrives in Milwaukee on City Tour with Officials
General Baron Kuroki and staff arrived at Milwaukee Union Station at 11 a.m. They were greeted by Mayor Becker and the Citizens' Business League reception committee. The party toured Lake Park City Hall Soldiers' Home and the Milwaukee Press Club before continuing their visit.
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Milwaukee
Baron Kuroki
Union Station
Becker
Citizens’ Business League
Lake Park
City Hall
Soldiers’ Home
Milwaukee Press Club
Wreck of Southern Pacific Limited Kills Two in California
A Southern Pacific limited train derailed near Bradley California after an open switch. The engineer and an unknown man died in the wreck.
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VNA
Cal
Southern Pacific Limited
Bradley
Here
It Is Better To Anchor Before Dawn At Sea
A sailor cautions that anchoring at first light is wiser than wandering near dangerous reefs. The skipper warns against delaying until nightfall to avoid navigation errors and possible damage.
First Liquor Prosecution Against Crusaders Favored by Jury
The Bard Brewery saloon case, the first pursued by anti license reformers, ended in a defense verdict after brief jury deliberation due to perceived lack of evidence of wrongdoing. Witnesses for the prosecution including Rev. Henry Etzelmueller and Rev. L. L. Saunders testified amid vigorous cross examination. Prosecutors vow to push additional charges against August Rennebohm and Weigel and Melzarek, with George B. Marvin asserting ongoing efforts and more evidence to come.
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Bard Brewery
George B. Marvin
B. S. Steadwell
Henry Etzelmueller
L. L. Saunders
C. R. Dobson
D P. Jackson
Etzelmueller
Saunders
North Side Baptist Church
Dobson
Barth
August Rennebohm
Weigel & Melzarek
Higbee
Death of Rev. Dean Eisen in Marshfield Wis
Rt. Rev. Bishop James Schwebach announced the death of Rev. Dean Eisen of Marshfield Wisconsin. Telegraphic advices reported his passing this afternoon confirming the clergyman's death.
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James Schwebach
la Crosse
Dean’ Eisen
Marshfield
Wis
Manchu dynasty threatened as uprising grows in Canton
Reports from Canton say the Manchu dynasty faces a rising insurrection with hundreds of thousands discontent subjects arming against the empress. In Swatow rebels force a Chinese general’s family to drown in a well and missionaries flee toward safety as rebels destroy property across the region.
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Canton
China
Swatow
Cummins Named as Possible Successor in Des Moines
In Des Moines on May 29 supporters of Governor Cummins say he is a candidate to replace Senator Allison. The entry stresses Cummins as a likely contender and notes the political context.
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Des Moines, In
Friends of
Cummins
Allison
Babe Kills Self in Indiana Playtime Tragedy
A five year old boy, son of Henry Baumin, found a revolver during play and shot himself this morning in Marcus, Indiana. Authorities report no other injuries in the incident.
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Babe
Self Marcus
Henry Baumin
Crowds at Canton Guard Roosevelt Funeral in Fear
At Canton Ohio on May 29 President Roosevelt arrived for Mrs McKinley’s funeral as extra guards patrolled and arrests were made amid fears of a plot to slay the president. Mysterious foreigners and the brother of McKinley’s assassin drew警警 scrutiny while crowds cheered the president at the station.
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Canton
William McKinley
McKinley
Roosevelt
R. C. Buxton
Fairbanks
Root
Loeb
Secret Service
Garfield
Wilson
Rixey
Knox
Herrick
Corbin
McKinley Monument
Judge Day
Cleveland
Ohio
Frank Potter
F. Nore
J. J. Mays
Ranitz Sues Martel for Assault in Brindley Court
Peter Ranitz brings assault and battery charges against Elizabeth Martel in Judge Brindley's court after he was cut in the eye by a can and beaten with fists and a broom. Martel plead not guilty. case set for afternoon argument.
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Peter Ranitz
Elizabeth Martel
Woman Smirks Through Dinner Critique
A woman enjoys an event at another's table while planning sharp remarks about the host. Her remarks reveal a sharp tongue and poor judgment, illustrating class tension and social dynamics around hosted meals.
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Committee On State Affairs
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Standall
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Elver
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Nye
MR. Cannon
Owen
Reid
Committee On Claims
Mississippi River
Congress
Senator Owen
J. J. Hill
Great Northern Railroad
Minneapolis
United States
France
Holland
St. Paul
New Orleans
Northwest
Mrs. Triggs Sues
Gay With
Kuroki
O. E. Wood
United States Army
Ors
Dean Eisen
Iowa
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