Opening Day of Congress Crowded Galleries Mark Session Start
Washington reports the first day of the congressional session saw mixed detail with a notable public presence. President Roosevelt’s message to Congress was read, nominations were sent to the Senate, and Charles P. McClellan was confirmed as general appraiser of merchandise.
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Emperor William Health Reports Varied Across Europe
Berlin reports say the emperor’s recovery is natural and progressing well and that his condition is excellent. Paris presents a less favorable view through official channels, suggesting serious apprehension. London notes fear of a throat relapse and possible weeks before he regains his voice, though doctors deem it non malignant.
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Holiday in Cuba Observed on Death Anniversaries
Tiavana Cuba December 1 today marked a national holiday the seventh anniversary of General Maceos death as he was killed leading an army in Havana province to attack Matanzas and the anniversary of General Gomezs eldest son Alcide Camp who was shot while trying to rescue Maceos body Russia Has Acted St Petersburg United States Ambassador McCormick notified of Russia recognition of the republic of Panama
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Will Elected Secretary and Treasurer of Kansas Socialist Party
Dr Thomas E Will president of the American socialist college of Wichita has been chosen secretary and treasurer of the Socialist Party in Kansas. New framed pictures at Keeler's. Have your skates ground at Bo court's.
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Steel trust curtails output to trim ore reserves
Joplin Missouri reports a two week curtailment by steel producers, reducing lead and zinc stock by about 3000 tons to 4500 tons. Sales agents say price gains hinge on market prospects, as United States Steel Corp remains out of spelter trade. Prices last week reached 34 dollars per ton for zinc and 50 dollars for lead.
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Tyner to Mr Roosevelt and China dispatches
A December Washington dispatch says James N Lynar, former assistant to a post office official, sent a letter to Roosevelt amid controversy. Separately, Pekin reports China plans to raise 14000 troops to defend Chi Li province against hostilities as Russia seeks a peaceful policy. two people are dead following events.
Fitzgerald and wife found dead in Brooklyn hotel room
Lester C. Fitzgerald a glass manufacturer and his wife were found dead in their Williamsburg Brooklyn hotel room both shot in the head. Authorities believe Fitzgerald killed his wife and then himself after a reconciliation attempt. Mrs Matilda Wood was identified as the other victim. Fitzgerald had been married but his prior wife had secured a divorce.
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Dismissal Motion Denied in Northern Securities Case
The U S today denied the motion to dismiss Minnesota v Northern Securities and postponed ruling until the case is heard on its merits. In Chicago the city railway rule banning non company badges takes effect but no discipline issued yet. The canal treaty moves to Colon on a special car en route to the United States. The Danish ministry backs recognizing Panama as a republic. New picture mouldings at Keeler's.
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Attorneys squabble over Missouri extradition writs in Albany
In Albany on December 1 a heated hearing over Governor Dockery’s requisition of William Ziegler from New York City unfolded. Missouri officials led by Attorney General Crow argued the papers were incomplete while Ziegler’s counsel countered the timing and authority of the warrant. The confrontation featured sharp exchanges and procedural challenges.
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Royal scandal rocks Windisch-Gretz palace plot
In Vienna a dramatic case centers on Prince Otto of Windisch-Gretz his wealthy wife Princess Elizabeth and a Prague opera actress. The princess allegedly shot at her husband and the actress after learning of the affair while a valet was denied entry. The princess is said to be the granddaughter of the emperor on her father's side and of the Belgian king on her mother’s side. The incident follows controversy over the royal match and the emperor's resistance.
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Howe Declines Candidacy For Congress In Topeka
In Topeka editor E W Howe of the Atchison Globe says he has not been asked to run for Congress and has given no serious thought to it He is not a politician and doubts he could carry Atchison County though friends say he could The remark is described as a friendly newspaper jolly. A separate item notes a Nebraska grand jury probe into appropriations at the adjutant general office for penitentiary blankets after a two year-old fire. Also brief notices: Bell Brothers unload piano cars and a pipe organ benefit at the opera house Tuesday night with stereoscopic views at Booghton’s.
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Widow loses 81000 in Zion City investments
Plainville Kansas December 2 Mrs Hattie McClay a widow with two children mourns the loss of about 81000 invested after joining Dowie followers. She sold land and home debts to Chicago in a failed Zion City enterprise and fears a total loss. In New York a panic scare at the six day bicycle race in Madison Square Garden caused a false alarm and injuries on the track with riders nearly colliding.
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Tragedy and Deaths Reported in Separate Events
In Germany a lion tamer Frau Fischer was killed in a menagerie cage by four lions watched by a crowd. In Charluton, W Va comedian John Slackford of A.J. Fiekis minstrels died today from apoplexy.
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Telegraph Brevities Report World News Snippets
Brief items note holiday mail rise in New York traffic. Tulsa bottling works forms in Tulsa Oklahoma and will build a plant. In Italy Lula Mirra decapitated her daughter over jealousy. Mantors warehouse in Opelika burned with $60,000 loss. cotton uninsured. Jenny Walker killed Cummins in a Ranch quarrel. Walker fled on horse. Miami Military Institute in Germantown burned. $30,000 loss. Nelson Hawkins and Barney Carney charged in Ardmore with Gordon murder. Violinist Ovide Musin arrives for University concert of the evening. Green and Kesnig tour university. goods in Missouri land venture discussed. Unitarian sale offers Boston beans and brown bread. Ovide Music concert tickets at Spalding’s. photos offered by Squires.
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Kansan Gunfire Claims Gust Elmore Near McPherson
A gunman fired through a window at Gust Elmore’s home north of Galva Kansas injuring him in the face and shoulder. He rode to Galva almost exhausted from loss of blood. no one else was at home. Authorities expect arrests and recall a prior related shooting.
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City notes and events in Lawrence daily report
Regular monthly fire drill by the fire department and street cleaning in the business district. First Christmas trees arrive in Lawrence as floating river ice and pleasant night weather are reported. City council and board of education hold or prepare for upcoming meetings. Mrs Steary Exe wert remains seriously injured after a prior runaway incident. Modern Woodmen elections planned. Carnegie picture exhibit at the university of Kansas near end. Carnegie library construction progress praised. New court house work advancing rapidly. Commercial Club to hold a revival meeting. William Williamson, long associated with Bradneymvith Paper, contemplates a Topeka hotel stake. Poehler warehouse to boost Lawrence wholesale space. State Editor delegation date set in Lawrence. Stores push holiday displays. post office anticipates higher workload. Dust remains on paving center as wagon traffic continues. City council may hold a special session on franchise matters. Mrs Elliott of Topeka hospital shows improvement. Semi-centennial celebration committee meets. Fire alarm caused excitement. Lost items reported near north Indiana street to Eldridge house. Subscriptions offered via W M Bennett in Jackson block.
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Markets by wire live stock and grains brief
Kansas City cattle and hog prices listed for native steers cows and heifers stockers and feeders bulls and calves. Chicago markets show cattle hogs with price ranges. Grain and provisions include wheat corn oats rye hay butter eggs with receipts and notes on local personal update about J. O. Atkinson returning from New York City.
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