Parker Murder Trial Adjourned To Tomorrow Morning
A crowded courtroom watched Circuit Judge J W Knowles adjourn the State of Oregon v Parker case until tomorrow morning after two witnesses were recalled. Testimony covered Porter's fatal gunshot wound, possible self defense, and conflicting man and wife dynamics surrounding the case.
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J. W. Knowles
State of Oregon
Ress Parker
Severly Cross
Parker
Porter
Elgin
Jess Parker
Knowles
Joe Baker
Baker
Cochran
Bob Maye
Jess Smith
Jess
M. K. Hall
la Grande
Hall
Ballinger Cleared by Majority in Interior Investigation
The Interior Department receives a clean bill of health as the majority report finds Richard A Ballinger not unfaithful or inefficient. Charges from Gifford Pinchot trigger a congressional probe, with minority views from Democrats and a Republican, and Madison. Ballinger expected to stay in office.
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Washington
Richard A. Ballinger
Congress
Ballinger
Gifford Pinchot
Unti
Seattlite
Nelson
Madison
La Follette Snub Adds to Supreme Court Picks Clash
Washington dispatch reports a Senate conference with Insurgents and Progressives over Supreme Court appointments. Senator Cummins has a list from the President and will confer with colleagues before advising Taft. LaFollette again refused White House talks amid broader party tensions.
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Supreme Bench of
United States
Cummins
Senate Progressives
Taft
George Hopper
Pinchot
Hughes
Jude
LaFollette
Supreme Court
Norton
Wisconsin
White House
Philippines in Fine Shape Every Way
Washington dispatch describes early 20th century innovation for tires without rubber and notes suffrage progress in Washington state. The piece covers a new rubberless tire mechanism and a study of the Philippine Islands including governance, education, and independence views.
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Philippines
Women Study Politics in Washington Interest Grows
Spokane Washington December 7. A recent accord granting women rights in Washington has sparked growing public interest as reformers and citizens discuss civic involvement and political influence.
Mme Tetrazzini Binger In Better Voice This Year
Opera singer Mme Tetrazzini delivers a stronger vocal performance this season, impressing audiences with clear tone and dynamic range. Critics note improved control and expressive phrasing marking a notable artistic rejuvenation.
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Binger
Smugglers Linked to Chinese Slave Trade Reported
San Francisco officials prep for arrests of a mixed White and Chinese gang accused of smuggling Chinese coolies and kidnapped girls. The operation netted about 40000 with arrivals from the Orient and supplied Chinatown brothels with women priced up to 5000 each. A recent discovery found victims confined for 23 days on a small steamship hold.
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San Francisco
Inez Manchuria
China
Orient
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