Huronic Wreck Off Royal Isand Rescue Underway
In a heavy gale the steamship Huronic of the Northern Navigation Company wrecked on the Isig of Royal about forty miles from Winnipeg. Forty passengers clung to rigging as tugs raced to assist with rescue efforts. Later reports say the Monarch and other tugs saved all aboard the Huronic.
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Beripoe News Association
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Huronic
Northern Navigation Company
Royal
Amur
Monarch
Copper bookings stretch into April for European centers
The refined copper market sees orders booked into next April for Europe. Exports to Europe rise in November with record shipments while Atlantic port ore intake totals 11 163 tons.
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Scripps News Association
Boston
Mass
Europa Ad
Atlantic
Two Noted American Artists Exhibit in New York
In Schauss Galleries an exhibition features Frederic G. Roth with 21 animal sculpturals and Albert Croll with large asses portraying scenes in the wilds. The show is attracting many patrons.
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Scripps News Association
New York
Schauss
Frederic G. Roth
Albert Croll
Nomination Referred for Oregon U.S. Attorney Seat
In Washington on December 10, the nomination of Bristol to be United States District Attorney for Oregon was referred by the Judiciary Committee to the sub committee for consideration.
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Scripps News Association
Washington
Bristol
United States
Oregon
Judiciary Committee
Kaiser to visit King Edward on Isle of Wight in March
London reports the German Emperor will visit King Edward on the Isle of Wight early in March during a Mediterranean cruise. Official circles say Count Matternich will be replaced in 1907 by the Hereditary Prince of Hohenlohe Jaunberg. The prince’s wife is Princess Alexandra of Saxe Gotha and is King Edward’s niece.
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Lobearver
London
Edward
Isle of Wight
Count Matternich
Court of St. James
Prince of
Hohenlohe
Leopold Denies All Charges About Congo Atrocities
King Leopold told a Brussels correspondent he denies reports of Congo atrocities. He praised American newspapers and said Belgium respects humanity and commercial law while elevating Congo inhabitants. He claimed no personal financial stake and noted cannibalism but vowed to save the country. International inquiry urged by Senator Lodge with support from Moody and Bonaparte.
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Scripps News Association
Brussels
Bel
Leopold
Congo
Washington
Senator Lodge
Moody
Bonaparte
President to Use Nobel Prize for Industrial Peace Fund
The President received the Nobel prize of 40000 dollars for ending the Russo Japanese War and will donate it to promote industrial peace. He plans trustees including Chief Justice Fuller and Secretaries Wilson and Straus with John Mitchell and another capitalist to be named. A rotating six member board will manage arbitration efforts for three year terms.
Senate Refuses San Francisco Japanese Case Records
Washington December 10 The senate will not receive the San Francisco Japanese case records unless the President sends them. Secretary Metcalf informed the senate that he had no authority to comply with the resolution demanding the records.
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Scripps Never Association
Washington
Senate
San Francisco
Metcalf
Oil firm seeks to quash federal indictments
The Standard Oil Company opens arguments in federal court today to quash the indictments outstanding. The hearing before the federal court marks the start of the proceedings.
Standard Oil Indictments In Chicago Trial Progress
Chicago December 10 arguments resumed today on the demurrer to indictments against Standard Oil in Indiana. Government counsel and Standard Oil officials expect proceedings to continue to December 14. Total 6428 indictments could bring fines up to 120 million dollars if the company is found amenable.
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Scripps News Association
Chicago
Standard Oil Company
Indiana
Gillette Sentenced to Electroution in Grace Brown Case
Gillette was sentenced to be electrocuted at Auburn prison during the week of January 28. He will be transported to Auburn within ten days. The request for a new trial was denied and the murderer of Grace Brown will face the full penalty unless unforeseen interference occurs.
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Scripps News Associatia Herkimer
N. Y
Dac
Gillette
Auburn
Grace Brown
Exhumed Body of Dana Gilman, Ohio Case Summary
The body of Dana Gilman was exhumed in Dayton Ohio and an autopsy found death by strangulation. A criminal operation occurred before death and statements will follow from doctors Light Newell Ewing and King after their review. A warrant targets Mrs Gilman and charges are readied against Collins, Frayne Gilman and the sister Dana Gilman as accessories.
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Scripps Newe Association
Dayton
Ohio
Dana Gilman
Deaf Mute Guild Holds Annual Banquet in Baltimore
Grace Deaf Mute Guild held its yearly banquet in Baltimore with Rev. Oliver P. William presiding. Addresses were given by professors from Gallaudet College for the Deaf Mute. Attendees were all deaf mutes.
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Scrippa News Association
Baltimore
Grace Deaf Mute Guild
Oliver P. William
Gallaudet College
Washington
First Indiana Woman Appointed To Public Office
Miss Mary Stubbs, age 23, appointed by the Governor to fill the unexpired term and new term of her late father as statistician. It marks the first time a woman has held public office in Indiana. She will receive a salary for the position.
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Indianapolis
Mary Stubbs
Indiana
Union Family Poisoned by Ptomaine Beans Tragedy Strikes
In Union the T. J. Jones family faced a ptomaine poisoning incident after eating beans boiled in a fin vessel. Two children, ages five and one, died by mid afternoon while the mother remained critically ill and others showed no sign of improvement. Physicians cite ptomaine poisoning as the initial cause with fatal complications.
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T. J. Jones
Union
Jonas
Hubbard
Arkansas Labor Convention Reports Growth in Union Efforts
Fort Smith reports a large turnout at the fourth annual Arkansas States Federation of Labor convention. The federation notes increased use of union label goods and greater demand for union workers, with several pro labor laws passed. An agreement with the Farmers State Union to help each other was also announced.
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Herippa News Association
Fort Smith
Arkansas States Federation of Labor
Farmers State Union
State Federation of Labor
Potatoes Fail as Seed Crop Shocks Richmond Growers
Richmond Virginia December 16 The fall crop of Irish potatoes used for spring seed is nearly a total failure in this state. Prices are five dollars per barrel and the loss threatens major hardship for potato growers statewide.
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Scrippa News Association
Richmond
Grain Markets Report Opens With Mixed Wheat Corn Declines
Wheat opened 74 and closed 74 as grain markets show slight gains. Corn opened 45 and closed 43 with mid session weakness. Oats started at B4%y and ended at 545j amid uncertain demand and weather factors.
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Scripps News Association
Chicago
Des
Country's Railroad Revenues Rise in Agricultural Freight
J J Grammer vice president of the New York Central Railroad issued a pamphlet showing U S railroad revenues from carrying agricultural products for the year totaling 524,640,25 dollars. The figure includes crop production value, market prices, and average rates per car.
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Cripps News Association
New York
J. J. Grammer
New York Central Railroad
Increase in Winter Wheat Acreage Reaches 31.125 Million Acres
Reports from the country show winter wheat planted acreage up 0.65 million acres to a total of 31.125 million acres. The rise reflects widespread planting as December reports come in from Washington.
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Washington
Catholic Fair Opens With Fancy Articles and Dinner Program
The fair begins this evening featuring a fine display of Christmas articles. A hot noon dinner tomorrow, supper in the evening, and a musical and literary program will follow later.
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Vergere
Standard Oil
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