January Dividends In Metropolis and Trade Outlook
Special reports from the International Mercantile Agency summarize U S trade and dividends for early January. Philadelphia will disburse 9 million, Pittsburg 6 million, St Louis 4 million. New York and other cities show varied prospects for 1904 amid railways’ power shortages and rising inquiries for rails and structural steel.
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Philadelphia
Pittsburg
St. Louis
Quaker City
Chicago
St. Paul
Texas
United States
F. A Vanderlip
National City Bank
New York
Mystery of A D Dubois Life Cleared in New York
Part of the mystery surrounding Alpheus D Dubois a former New York City public school principal is cleared. He died leaving a estate valued around half a million and a daughter with a married name McKee. Widows and daughter now in Kingston Florida may contest the will.
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New York
Alpheus D. Dubois
Dubois
Kingston
N. Y
Florida
McKee
Death of M. G. Shaw Ends Maine Lumber Empire
Hon M G Shaw a Bath Maine lumber magnate dies at 84 after building the M G Shaw Lumber Co and acquiring vast Moosehead wild lands. He led Machlias Lumber and sat on Bath's First National Bank board. Survived by three sons Charles D W M Shaw of Greenville and A M Shaw and Mrs F H Kimball of Bath. Fortune around 2 million dollars.
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M. G. Shaw
Bath
Mr. Shaw
Greenville
Gotcoin's Meet Ends In Auto Tragedy
A Cincinnati Times Star report recalls a tense run in with Gotcoin the financier. The narrator describes a near encounter that ended when a car struck a bystander as he tried to escape the vehicle. The incident underscores the financier’s notorious reputation and the dangers of rapid pursuit.
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Gotcoin
Cincinnati Times Star
Will Notice in Probate Court for Charles Lanouette
Commonwealth of Massachusetts probate citation seeks heirs and kin in Dracut estate of Charles Lanouette. Mathilda Lanouette petitions for letters testamentary without bond. Court in Cambridge sets January 5, 194, at 9 am to show cause. Public notice required weekly for three weeks in Lowell Daily Courier.
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Charles Lanouette
Dracut
Couny
Mathilda Lanouette
Cambridge
Middlesex
Lowell Daily Courier
Lowell
Charles J. McIntyre
Esquire
Sarst
H. Folsom
Lad in Lexington Jail Identity Disputed In Richmond Tale
Harry N. Jones now serves a Lexington Virginia jail term for forging a one dollar subscription check. Reports from Richmond claimed a 15 year old girl masquerading as a boy. officials question the accuracy of those dispatched details and note home and age inconsistencies.
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Lad
Richmond
Harry N. Jones
Lexington
Harry Jones
Moffatt
Jones
Lowell
Catherine Sheldon
Lilley Avenue
Woonsocket
Harry
Prof. Bourks
Everybody’s Magazine
First National Bank of Lexington
Telegraph
Special letter devoted exclusively to International Paper
A brief notice highlights a special letter focused on International Paper, with a free offer upon application.
New York Stock Market Opens Steady With Mixed Shifts
Markets opened steady with listless trading and sluggish price movement. Amalgamated Copper and other rails held gains early, while U S Steel preferred led advances. Realizing sales and profit-taking trimmed some positions as Brooklyn Transit and Amalgamated slipped from intraday highs.
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New York
Amalgamated Copper
Atchison
Baltimore & Ohio
Brooklyn Transit
Erie
Manhattan
Missouri Pacific
Pennsylvania
Reading
Rock Island
Sugar
St. Paul
Southern Pacific
Southern Railway
Union Pacific
U. S. Steel
U.S. Steel
Consolidated Gas
Pacific Coast Second
Amalgamated
Cleveland C. C
St. Louis
Northwestern
Virginia-Carolina Chemical
Futures opening firm in New York trade
In New York on December 18 futures opened firm with December at 12.57, January 12.60, March 12.85, April 12.92, May 12.96, June 12.94, July 12.94 and August 12.61, indicating steady buying interest across contracts.
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New York
Gordon McKay Will Be Probed By Probate Court
Boston December 17 The Suffolk county probate court was to admit the will of Gordon McKay late millionaire inventor of Newport to probate today if no opposition appeared. Two remonstrants Nellie S Abbot and Harriet Foster both Concord New Hampshire relatives filed formal objections and a hearing will be set later agreeable to all parties.
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Boston
Suffolk County
Gordon McKay
Newport
Harvard University
Nellie S. Abbot
Concord
N. H
Harriet Foster
Miss Abbot
Won Their Suit Over Bond Interest Claims
Emten Roose velt and other holders of the Etna Tron and Manufacturing 5 percent bonds won against the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis Railroad for unpaid interest due December 1, 1902. Judge Wheeler ordered payment of 3200 dollars, the full amount claimed, and held the railroad liable for the guaranteed bonds when due, rejecting the defense that the guarantee was not binding.
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New York
Emten Roosevelt
EtnaTron and Manufacturing Company
Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis’ Railroad Company
Wheeler
United States Circuit Court
New York Cotton Market Inches Higher Amid Uncertainty
The cotton market opened firm with active months at new season highs as January hit 13.64, March 12.85, and May 12.90, driven by overseas irregularities and local speculation. A wave of realizing moments eased prices toward last night’s closes, yet the undertone stayed firm in a feverish market without strong bear pressure.
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New York
Southern Pacific report delayed amid speculation on earnings
The annual Southern Pacific report will be presented later this week. Anticipation runs high as Missouri Pacific is discussed for its expected earnings from St. Louis fair traffic next year. Massachusetts Electric sub-companies plan a new capital issue soon to support floating debt and improvements.
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Bulls
Missouri Pacific
St. Louis
Massachusetts Electric
Bloodshed Prevented at Pueblo Meeting
In Pueblo Colorado at a meeting headlined by Mother Jones and Western Federation of Miners president Moyer a Cripple Creek miner named Donald McKenzie interrupted the address accusing Moyer of responsibility for the strike. Knives and revolvers were drawn but police reaction and calm attendees averted bloodshed.
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Pueblo
Col
Jones
Moyer
Western Federation of Miners
Cripple Creek
Donald McKenzie
French Fishermen Accused of Treaty Violation at Newfoundland
Reports from St John s Newfoundland indicate Dark Harbor residents allege French fishermen have lingered ashore beyond the fishing season. The 1763 treaty allows shore stays during the fishing season, which has ended, prompting expected inquiries by authorities.
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Halifax
N. S
Newfoundland
St. John's
Dark Harbor
It Keeps the Feet Warm and Dry Allen's Foot-Ease Powder
It cures chilblains swollen feet and damp feet with Allen's Foot-Ease powder. Available at druggists and shoe stores. Also catalog of music rolls from Lawler's.
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Allen
Morgan and Schwab tied to Bethlehem sale at hearing
New York December hearing on the permanent receivership of the United States Shipbuilding company details J P Morgan & Co and Charles Steele testimony about promoting the Bethlehem Steel plant sale. Schwab and Linderman arrangements, Nixon and Dresser offer, and shipbuilding bonds feature in the discussion.
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New York
United States Shipbuilding Company
Charles Steele
J. P. Morgan & Co
Shipbuilding Company
Bethlehem Steel
Geo. W. Perkins
Steele
Guggenheimer, Untermyer & Marshall
New York Board of Trade and Transportation Rooms
Guthrie
Untermyer
Max Pam
Chas
M. Schwab
Mr. Steele
Bethlehem
United States Steel Corporation
C. M. Schwab
Robert P. Linderman
Steel Company
Steel Corporation
Carnegie Armor Plate
Steel Syndicate
Morgan & Co
Schwab
Messrs. Guthrie
Mr. Schwab
Messrs. Nixon and Dresser
Nixon and Dresser
Gerge W. Perkins
Nixon
Dresser
Shipbuilding Company Securities
President Roosevelt hosts Crane Lodge at lunch in White House
Washington December 17 President Roosevelt entertained former Governor W Murray Crane and Senator Lodge of Massachusetts along with Secretaries Root and Cortelyou at luncheon. Crane seen as potential future force in campaign management next year while Hanna remains national chairman. Conference described as informal with no wider significance.
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Washington
Roosevelt
W. Murray Crane
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Root
Cortelyou
Gov. Crane
Republican National Committee
Hanna
Crane
Weather Bureau Station Opens in Narragansett Pier
The new government weather bureau station at Narragansett Pier will open next week with Mrs. Margaret Conway in charge. The two story building will use the lower floor for government work and the upper floor for Mrs. Conway. A cable links to Block Island and a private line connects Point Judith Quonochontaug Watch Hill Fisher's Island and other life saving stations of the third district.
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Narragansett Pier
R. L
Government Weather Bureau
Margaret Conway
Third District
City Hall Notes on wires, land deals, and property valuations
The committee on electric wires denied Postal Telegraph permission to lease conduits from New England Telephone, on technical grounds, with a plan to pursue the matter via the New England company. A $55,000 Dummer street loan is unlikely. Land damages exceed assessed values, prompting possible reassessment. Patrick Dempsey heirs would gain $27,000 on an $8,750 assessment. Wheelock valued at $18,000 with city offer of $20,000. Kelty property at $10,450. Urban Hall land and buildings valued at $30,950, with a proposed purchase of 3400 feet and one building for $19,000, leaving part of the saloon area with owners retaining.
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Committee On Electric Wires
Postal Telegraph Company
New England Telephone Company
New England Company
Dummer Street
Committee On Streets
Patrick Dempsey
Wheelock
Kelty
Urban Hall
Funeral services for Brydon and Fitzgerald held
The funeral of Thomas E. Brydon occurred yesterday afternoon from his parents home and he was buried in St. Peter's cemetery by Undertaker Molloy. Mary Fitzgerald's funeral followed at 2 30 from J F O'Donnell Sons chapel with Rev Fr Walsh reading prayers and burial in St. Patrick's cemetery. Bearers included Wm H Fitzgerald Wm E Fitzgerald John A Fitzgerald and Patrick Sullivan. Continued on page 16.
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Thomas E. Brydon
Sterday
Laughlin’s Court
Fayette Street
St. Peter's Cemetery
Molloy
Mary Fitzgerald
J. F. O'Donnell & Sons
Fr. Walsh
St. Patrick’s Church
Wm. H
Wm. E
John A. Fitzgerald
Patrick Sullivan
St. Patrick’s Cemetery
Pay in Congress Salaries Strain Stretched Representatives
The Boston Transcript notes lawmakers struggle with current congressional pay as salaries fall short of living costs. A mix of hotel living, home expenses, and campaign subscriptions consumes much of income, deterring capable men from public service and inviting outside appeals for funds. It cites a Pennsylvania representative challenging supporters and a pattern of “strikers” targeting members for aid.
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Congress
New England
Sam
Pennsylvania
Keystone
M. C
Boston Transcript
Missionaries Recount New Guinea Cannibal History and Change
The British New Guinea mission describes the region on the north coast once inhabited by dangerous cannibals. They recall early peril when bishops faced hostile crowds and a wrecked whaleboat nearly led to a feast. Cannibalism is now nearly extinct though practiced secretly by some natives.
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New Guinea
W. R. Mounsey
British New Guinea Mission
London Mail
Iowas Confident Clerk Applicant Pleads For Post
Secretary Shaw recalls an Iowa gentleman requesting a confidential clerkship and argues age prevents appointment. The elderly suitor remains amiable and insists he is “peculiarly well qualified” and “could be so confidential,” echoing the Youth's Companion tale.
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Shaw
Treasury Department
Iowa
Playrite Quips About Late Curtain Time at Show
Playrite jokes that a critic left late, saying the final curtain fell before 10 45. Crittick ponders if the man overslept. Philadelphia Press notes fancy ink stands and desk novelties by Lawiler.
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Playrite
Crittick
H’m
Philadelphia Press
Lawiler
Rogers Trial Ends Widened Defense Effort in Bennington Case
In Bennington Vermont on December 17 Mary A Rogers faced intense courtroom wrangling as prosecutors seek to prove a motive and foresee a defense strategy. Witnesses described bicycle tracks, family dynamics, and purchases tied to a planned new home while noting Rogers’s remarks about insurance and impending disclosure.
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Rogers
Henry Wilson
Bennington County
Laura Perham
Leon
Levi Perham
Charles H. Potter
Perham
Mabel Philpot
Myrtle
Myrtle Philpot
Dr Chase's Blood and Nerve Food marketed as a cure
An advertisement touts Dr Chase's Blood and Nerve Food as a tablet remedy for nerve weakness ailments from nervous headaches to paralysis and dementia. The Dr Chase Co advertises free books, weighs before use, and lists price at fifty cents per box with multi-pack discounts. Sold by Ellingwood & Co. and Falls & Burkinshaw in Philadelphia and local retailers.
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Dr. Chase
Dr. Chase Co
North Tenth St
Philadelphia
Ellingwood & Co
Falls & Burkinshaw
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A. D. Dubois
Glasgow
Bohemian
Liverpool
Commonwealth OF Massachusetts
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Bridge St
Lexington, VA
F.S. Colton & Go
Einkers
New York Consolidated
Central Block
Central Street
Lowell, Mass
Wall Street@ Exchange of New York
Etats
Stock Market
New York Market
Mkay
Lawler
Morgan's
White House
Next Campaign
Narragansett
City Hall Notes
Vermont
North Market Street
Providence
Guarant
Nicholas G. Norcross
Central St
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