House Passes Bills Amid Debate and Tributes at Capitol
Washington December 17 The House, under suspension of rules, approved measures to create two new judicial districts in Kentucky and West Virginia, add a northern Ohio district judge, and refer Texas public improvements in Greer county to Interior for investigation. A Civil War era preference bill failed amid opposition. One hundred and no private pension bills were enacted. A Maine representative, Charles Boutelle, was honored as he prepares retirement paperwork. The Senate met briefly, then spent most of the day in executive session over the Hay-Pauncefote treaty.
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Kentucky
West Virginia
Ohio
Secretary of the Interior
Texas
Greer
Supreme Court
Oklahoma
Philippines
Charles A. Tontelle
Maine
Littlefield
Lst
Boutelle
Senate Votes Thursday on Hay Pauncefote Treaty
Washington dec 17 the senate agreed late today to a definite time for a vote on the hay pauncefote treaty. money and mason spoke in executive session with lodge moving to take the vote next thursday at 3 o'clock. money protested the procedure while mason argued for the us right to defend the canal and independence in shaping the agreement, denying britain influence.
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Senate
Money
Mason
Lodge
United States
Great Britain
Proposal to suppress train robbery in U S territories
Senate Senator Hour of Massachusetts introduced a bill to remove train robbery in U S territories by making conviction a felony with death penalty. Representative Ray of New York echoed the measure proposing death for hold ups with death if a passenger is killed and hard labor 8 to 40 years if no death occurs.
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Hour
Massachusetts
United Area
Ray
New York
United States
Senate backs Africa liquor import ban plan
In a decisive session the Senate approved a convention to require limits on importing intoxicating liquors into designated regions of Africa. The move aims to regulate and curb alcohol influx within those areas.
Alaska Courts and Senate probe on Nome administration
Weeks Dee in Alaska introduces Senate resolution directing investigation of U S district court operations at Cape Nome Alaska and its administration while Washington reports Senator Daniel of Virginia proposes authorizing the President to select brigadier generals from the existing general officers of volunteers regardless of age for the regular army.
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Charere
U. S District Court of
Alaska
Cape Nome
Erter
Montana
Senate
Committee On
Washington
Dec. T
Daniel
Virginia
Retired Mst. On Plan to Aid Generals Wilson and Lee
Fragmentary note suggests a plan aimed at assisting Generals James H. Wilson and Fitzhugh Lee through retirement or related support.
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James H. Wilson
Fitzhugh Lee
Porto Ricos Status in Supreme Court Case
The Goetz case challenging Porto Rico’s status under the tariff act was taken up by the U S Supreme Court. Attorney General Griggs and former Secretary Carlisle attended. Everett Brown opened for Goetz arguing Porto Rico is not a foreign country and that duties on its goods violate equal protection.
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Washington
John H. Goetz
United States
Porto Rico
United States Supreme Court
Griggs
Secreary
Carlisle
Edward C. Perkins
Goetz
Philippines
Everett Brown
Brown
Perkins
Claim Against Cuba Is Not Intervened In Porto Rico Case
The state department holds that the United States cannot intervene to aid Porto Rico’s claim against Cuba for 2,500,000 dollars. The Spanish loan to Porto Rico for Cuba military ops relies on Cuban revenues. The decision implies equity cannot justify lecturing Cuba, lest it invite many larger future claims against Cuba.
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Washington
State Department
United States
Porto Rico
Cuba
Rivalry for D A R President General heats up in Centennial congress
Washington December 17 Rival candidates dominate the race for president general of the Daughters of the American Revolution Mrs Washington Roebling of New Jersey emerges as the strongest contender backed by New England and central states Mrs Donald McLean and Mrs Robeling also push to consolidate support while a faction considers Mrs William F Frye for harmony Yet Mrs Frye prefers no campaign role and would assist without running The centennial congress is expected to be one of the liveliest ever as the field tightens.
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Washington Roebling
New Jersey
the Daughters of the American Revolution
Roebling
New England
Central
Donald McLean
Robeling
the Nations Board
William F. Frye
Supreme Court to recess during Christmas week
The Supreme Court of the United States will recess from next Monday until January 7. The court also announced a rules change requiring both given names and surnames in all court processes.
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Washington
Tinked Bates Supreme Court
United States
Philippine Islands Auditor Appointment for Lawshe
Washington Dee 1A. L Lawshe deputy auditor for the post office department has been appointed auditor for the Philippine Islands. He examined and reported on the Ceban postal finances after Neoley's alleged defalcation.
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Dee
L. Lawshe
Post Office Department
Philippine Islands
Lawshe
Ceban
Neoley
Death of Gen John Parke Former West Point Superintendent
Washington reports the death of retired General John Parke at his residence on December 17, caused by complications of old age. Parke served as superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point for two years.
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Washington
John Parke
New Silk American Flag Shines in House
Washington sees a new silk American flag placed on the speaker's rostrum replacing the old, worn flag. The piece notes the nation’s cautious, calculating nature and ends with a tongue in cheek aria about comparing Graves Maryland Malt Whiskey bottle sizes and value.
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Washington
Textile Unions Form New England Delegates in Washington
Delegates from New England cities including Fall River New Bedford Taunton and others gathered in Washington to organize the American Federation of Textile Operatives uniting loom fixers weavers and knitters though no Southern unions attended. Committee appointments were made on credentials press grievances resolutions finance and more with sessions scheduled from 9 to 5 until work completes.
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American Federation of Labor
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Lowen
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George Richards
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Richard Shovelton
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Friend Haas
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Charles Burke
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Joseph Ray
Fal River
James Tansey
National Textile Workers
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Taftville
Textile delegates meet form American Federation of Textile Operatives
Washington December 17 Representatives from textile operatives in New England and other cities formed the American Federation of Textile Operatives naming James Tansey Fall River as president Thomas Connolly Lowell Albert Hibbert Dover N H and James G Jackson Fall River as officers An executive committee of ten was appointed A key action was adopting a resolution to seek a charter from the American Federation of Labor to affiliate the new group with the Federation of Labor.
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American Federation of Textile Operatives
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Lowell
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Dover
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Arbitration Conference Promotes Voluntary Settlement
Chicago hosts a two day session on conciliation and arbitration with leaders from labor and capital read papers. Speakers oppose compulsory arbitration and favor voluntary boards guiding settlements to avoid strikes. Henry Hoyt Samuel Gompers and others emphasize negotiation as the path to industrial peace.
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Aled Steinway Hall
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Henry W. Hoyt
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Gompers
Henry White
Ceneral
United Firemen Workers of America
John B. Tobin
Boston
Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
Kenna
Boot and Shoe
Tobin
Coal Miners on Strike in Shamokin Mill
Shamokin Pennsylvania December 11 Twelve hundred men and boys at the Natalie colliery operated by Shamokin Coal Company struck today after they were not given the 15 percent wage increase. Blacksmiths and carpenters were not given the same raise.
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Natalie Coltery
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Minister James LeBaron Johneon Disappears
New York reports Rev James LeBaron Johneon minister of Grace church and former chaplain of the Ore department is missing after being last seen in Washington state about a week ago. Friends speculate on his whereabouts amid a prior bout of health issues.
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Dee
James LeBaron Johneon
Geeta
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Wathine Thie State
Ion Ir
Johnne
Wathine
Injunction Proceedings Begun Before Judge Blanchard
In New York on December 17 the answer in Anton J. Dittmar versus the Gould trustees seeks to stop income payments to Countess Anna Gould and Count Boni De Castellane. Defendants challenge court jurisdiction, claimant status, and debtor origin, citing French law and an ante nuptial agreement. The court allowed a delay to Thursday with continuing allowance of 250000 dollars yearly for the Castelanes.
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Gould
Count Boni de Castellane
Jay Gould
Supreme Court
Count de Castellane
Anna Gould
Countess de Castellane
Countess de Castellance
Julius Cohen & Co
London
Blanchard
Charles A. Gardiner
FE. c. James
Samuel Untermyer
Mr. James
Mr. Untermyer
Justice Leventritt
National Rifle Association Holds First Meeting in New York
The National Rifle Association conducted its first meeting in New York on December 17 with Gen. Co. Gew presiding. Officers elected include Honorary President Maj. Gen. Wesley Merritt and President Brig. Gen. Bird W. Spencer. New directors named include Maj. William Titus of Rhode Island, Herel Hutchinson of Massachusetts, Col. B. E. C. Porrington, D. L. F. Chase, Mrs. Frank J. Kimball, and other state rifle figures. Resolutions approved an international contest and placed it under the committee on competition.
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Wingate
Wesley Merritt
Bird W. Spencer
Maj
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Roode Island
Maine
D. L. F. Chase
Massachusetts Rifle Association
New Hampshire
Committee On Competition
Duke of Newcastle Arrives in New York On Minnehaha
The Duke of Newcastle sailed on the Atlantic transport Minnehaha and arrived in New York. He told reporters he plans to stay for several months to work in the High Church party within the Anglican commission and declined to discuss his business at present.
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Anglician Commission
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Belmont Street
Lowell
Boston
North Common
Fire destroys Groscoe's The Last Meeting in Broadway blaze
A four story Broadway fire damaged the building housing an art exhibitor. Two workers suffered burns and were hospitalized. The principal exhibit Groscoe's The Last Meeting, valued at 90000, and other artworks valued around 10868 were burned.
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Grosco'e
District Attorney Gardiner Av accused of delaying trials
New charges of public justice interference arise against District Attorney Gardiner Av of New York. The article claims an official used powers to affect state election proceedings and faces demands to file his answer by a set date, with potential appearance before the governor.
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Ordiner
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Industrial Comm Meeting Opens At Manufacturers Club
Whitedenthia Pa hosts a special session of the industrial committee today with invited representatives from major reform groups. The opening is led by Commissioner POSCHE and chairman Charlee J. Lindman, with D. A. Tamphine and John M. Raffeta among attendees.
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Beeten
Charlee J. Lindman
Newark
D. A. Tamphine
Charterte
John M
Raffeta
Ruhlin Beats Maher In Fast Perez Heavyweight Bout
In Philadelphia at the Art A. C. a six round no decision bout saw Gus Ruhlin outperform Peter Maher. Spectator verdict favored Ruhlin as the stronger man with Maher valiantly trading heavy exchanges from bell to bell.
Six Day Race proposed for Boston from New York riders
A Madison Square Garden six day race plan to move to Boston Old Park Square station under the Maine Sportsman's Show won acceptance from riders except McParland. The event aims to offer larger prizes and bonuses, with individual rather than team racing, and schedules running ten to twelve hours daily. Riders were paid off in New York with varied sums.
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Dee. UA
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Madison Square Garden
Kirtland Club Physical Culture Showdowns In Lynn
Four bouts headline a Kirtland club program in Lynn on December 1. Notable clashes include Dick O Brien of Lewiston versus Sandy Ferguson of Chelsea with Turien winning in round four, Danny Murrey versus young McVicker ending in a draw, John B Butler of Lran versus Malem Kid of Beverly with a second round decision, and Joune Pontes of Worcester drawing with McNett of Chelsea.
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Dannay Murrey
Young McVicker
John B Butler
Lran
Malem Kid
Beverly
Matier
Joune Pontes
Worcester
McNett
Cheteea
Merrill of Gomer in Rhode Island Indictment Plea
In Providence Rhode Island Merrill of Gomer faced a grand jury indictment charging him with violently assaulting a person under the age of sixteen. Merrill pled not guilty, entering a plea of sole contendre.
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RA. EL
Stete
Centone
Merrill
Gomer Vite
Jedee
New York Reported Maneuver In Eastern Waters
Fragmentary OCR notes describe movements in Eastern Waters near New York with references to Manila, Cape, Delta, and Hampton. The garbled text mentions weariness and retirement, suggesting a military or maritime context without clear names, dates, or outcomes.
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Manila
Cape of
Delta Vere
Hampton
Doan's Kidney Pills Promise Quiet Nights
A testimonial from Mrs James Grady of 298 Lincoln street credits Doan's Kidney Pills with ending her husband's back pains and urinary trouble. After obtaining the pills at Ellingwood Co drug store, his symptoms ceased and did not return. Doan's are sold by Carter Sherburne and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole agents.
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