Justice Wright to Probe Contempt in Allied Leaders Case
Justice Wright of the DC Supreme Court appointed a commission to determine if Gompers Mitchell and Morrison of the Allied in P trlaius faced contempt for disobeying an injunction in the Buck store case. The panel will guide further action, with possible contempt proceedings or fines depending on its findings. Attorneys Darling Davenport and Beck named as counsel.
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Morrison
United States Court
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United States Supreme Court
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Buck Company
Supreme Court
J. J. Darling
D. Davenport
J. M. Beck
United Confederate veterans hold national reunion in Little Rock
Gray veterans gathered in Little Rock Arkansas for the annual national reunion with Gen George W Gordon as commander in chief appearing on the platform. Governor Donaghey welcomed visitors while city and state veterans groups issued greetings. The event includes parallel sessions of related Confederate veteran organizations a parade monument unveiling in city park and numerous social events. The 1912 reunion bid among Macon Louisville and Richmond is also under consideration.
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Little Rock
Ark
United Confederate Veterans
George W. Gordon
Memphis
Donaghey
Arkansas
United Sons of Confederate Veterans
Macon
Louisville
Richmond
Will Probe Steel Trust Investigation Ordered in Senate
Washington May 16 The House unanimously passed the Stanley resolution ordering a sweeping investigation of the steel trust.
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Steel Trust
Washington
Bouse
Stanley
Referendum Petition Anticipated on University of Oregon Funding
A referendum petition against the half million dollar University of Oregon appropriation is expected to be filed with the secretary of state this afternoon. The Cottage Grove delegation went to Salem earlier today while Parkinson awaits the arrival of additional supporters.
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University of Oregon
Cottage Grove
Salem
Parkinson
Reverend Upton Gibbs Attends Pendleton Episcopal Convocation
Rev. Upton H. Gibbs and Mrs. Gibbs traveled to Pendleton this morning to attend the Episcopal convocation held there this week.
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Upton H. Gibbs
Directors Vow to Keep Chautauqua Alive Despite Protests
Protests from ladies of the Neighborhood club and business leaders prompted a surge of interest after an unexpected ticket sale. Directors decided to continue the work and honor signed contracts, asserting interest was dormant not dead and that publication of the withdrawal caused a public uproar.
Decision dissolving Standard Oil shakes markets worldwide
New York reports the May 16 decision dissolving Standard Oil of New Jersey and its affiliates. Analysts foresee higher oil prices and immediate trade gains as investors awaited the ruling. While London stocks opened flat, U S officials anticipate possible criminal prosecutions, with Standard Oil pledging to dissolve per court order.
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Theday
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
Washington
Wickersham
London
United States Supreme Court
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M. P. Elliott
Cief
Standard Oil
Standard
Shorts
Line up of candidates special prize offer
The two candidates with the most votes between May 8 and May 20, at the Observer's expense, may take a guest to the Portland Rose Festival if they win in the final prize distribution. All candidates, including those at the foot of the score lists and new entrants during this period, have equal chance for these companion trips.
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San Francisco
Gearhart
Gearhart Park
By-the-Sea
Whitman College
Baker City Business College
Portland Rose Festival Guests For La Grande District Winners
The La Grande district selects two top vote earners to be guests of the Observer at the Portland Rose Festival. Voters names include Ruby Huff Mildred Stephenson Irma Martin Eva Cotner Frankie Combs and others. The Union County district follows with four leading candidates where top vote earners also become festival guests.
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Williams
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Snow
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Union County
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Hansen
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van Housen
Hazel
Wilson
Gion
Ogi
Ose
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Peebler
Frankie
Conrad
Nellie
Jeffries
Union
Vett
North Powder
Chattin
Violet
Summerville
Russell
Bethel
Elgin
Keefer
Stella
Imbler
Woodell
Etta
Dr Jean Charcot Discovers 120 Miles of New Land at South Pole
French explorer Dr Jean Charcot reports breakthrough on polar voyage discovering about 120 miles of previously unseen coastline at the South Pole. His expedition team mapped the region, confirming substantial new territory and scientific interest in Antarctic exploration.
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South Pole
Standard decision praised as business friendly by bankers in Oregon
Oregon bankers say the Standard decision will not affect trade and may spur investment. A Portland conference notes the Supreme Court ruling clarifies that combinations must be reasonable under the Sherman act. Northwest Mining Congress opens in Portland with delegates from western districts and Canada.
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Oregon
Portland
Whey
Supreme Court
Northwest Mining Congress
Ore
Northwest, Mining Congress
Forthwest
Vicious Attack on Labor Leaders Sparks National Debate
At the National Manufacturers’ Association convention in New York on May 16, President Kirby denounced the American Federation of Labor as waging open warfare on Christian principles. He claimed unions threaten life and property, demanded uniform anti labor conspiracy legislation, and warned that officials aim to destroy the government system.
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New York
Los Angeles Times
National Manufacturers’ Association
Kirby
American Federation of Labor
American Federation
Airship Deutschland II Destroyed in Dusseldorf
An airship passenger car carrying the Deutschland II was wrecked in Dusseldorf today, May 16, under Count Zeppelin. The disaster marks a major setback for the German airship program with reports of casualties and damage to the vessel.
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Dusseldorf
Germany
Count Zeppelin
Federal forge ambush leaves two hundred escaping death
Report describes a raid on a Federal forge where rebels attacked a workforce of about two hundred men. The attackers were repelled and the workers narrowly escaped serious injury or death in the clash.
Peace in Mexico Hinges on Madero as Clash Erupts
May 16 dispatches report Provisional President Madero negotiating amid rebel clashes. Federals under Colonel Din suffer near annihilation by Juan Cabral’s forces. Din's men retreat via a broken bridge toward Guaymas with unknown casualties. Orozco supports Madero and warns against sensational reports, while Diaz opponents push for decisive action within 30 hours. Rioting follows surrender of producer Pródhica, with robberies, bank explosions, and townspeople barricading homes.
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Juan Cabral
Federala
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Orozoco
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el Paso
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Roncese Istlunca
Diaz
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Masacro
Mexico City
Prodhiica
Big Dallas gathering opens Texas Bankers convention
Dallas hosts the 27th annual Texas Bankers Association convention with a large, representative attendance. President W. H. Fuqu opened the session at the City Calvary Opera House, featuring welcomes, officer reports, and committee updates. Afternoon talks addressed safeguards against recurring pauses, banking conditions in the Southwest, and state bank laws and conduct.
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Texas
Texas Bankers’ Association
Lone Star State
Calopera House
W. H. Fuqu
G M. Reynolds
Continental and Commercial National Bank of Chicago
Southwest
George H. Harrison
New England National Bank of
Kansas City
Lawa
Ben L. Gill
Seamen Move Toward Mammoth International Strike
A communication from the Seamen International Committee, received by the secretary of the American branch of Great Britain, says the proposed mammoth international shipping strike will start next week.
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New York
Seamen’s International Committee
Great Britain
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