Crisis talks near end as Portsmouth presses for peace
A fragile mood at Portsmouth hints that Russia and Japan may near an agreement on Sakhalin and the open door as talks progress. Officials report contentious points such as indemnity and naval limits are being narrowed while secrecy is pledged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
Artigie
Linatung
Penin- Sua
Pope Arthur
Diatay
Te Hlondy
Witt Islands
Sabklali
Ruuessia
Sakhalin
Japan
China
Russia
Peet Arthur and
Dalny
St. Peter Nng
Patenes
Puresmouth
Ion
Huxsit
Witte
Sekhaan
Northwestern Construction Gang Head Held Up in Kenosha
Robbed and beaten by three masked men near Amierson's park in Kenosha, M. Hobbins of the Nap Western rong west of the city was left unconscious for hours. He cannot describe his attackers beyond there were three men, all heavily masked, who took a gold watchdog and other valuables. Police have no clue. Robbins will recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern
Kenosha
Vis
Age Vre
M. Hobbins
Nap
Shorty Ater
Amierson’s Park
Ronosin
Owas
Alonis
Chinese boycott miss in most cities despite Shanghai efforts
Washington reports from China indicate Shanghai is the only place where boycotts against American goods have taken on serious form, with Canton making slight headway while other areas fail. Messages to Minister Rockhill and consular officers keep the State Department updated on boycott progress. A dispatch awaiting presidential review concerns this subject. A Shanghai-based acting consul general, J W Davidson, notes the boycott's cause remains discouraging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
Washington
China
Canton
Rockhill
State Department
Stady Department
Oyster Bay
San Francisco
J. W. Davidson
Orient
Chinese boycott drives Portland aid for China trade conflict
The Telegrant reports Portland Chinese aim to raise 10000 dollars to support a boycott of American goods in China. Local meetings urged each Chinese resident to contribute two pounds to fund the campaign, organized by a secret San Francisco group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Davidson
Portland
Ore
China
Iiland
Milwaukae police hold suspect in murder case
A man named Alieso, claimed murderer yet denied by police, was brought from Michigan after being accused of killing Tormassa Taren. He appeared at the central station where investigators noted possible dementia and a prior, unclear motive. Authorities pursued new leads while questioning witnesses and tracking his movements since the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwauked
Tormassa Taren
Uso
Thomas Alieso
Degwolt
Mich
John
Mingion
Puli¢E Staan
Amie
Alera
Fay Mionio Allistievre
Giles
Alielo
Valentino
Alivty
Ne R
Lewis Lines
Speech by Chicago official sparks drive for women labor reform
Welral Aug 16 Mrs Boding superintendent of compulsory education in Chicago told delegates at the convention of factory inspectors and sociologists that federal data show women and children increasingly fill manual labor in mining and agriculture, pushing men out. She warned that neglect of rich children could rival that of the poor in a decade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welral
Boding
Chicago
Rextordiy
Womin
Hiigm
Unclear OCR item from Illinois notes on legal matters
Fragmentary OCR text mentions August in Minnesota and Ohio connections, names Janusy Geary, Hadley, Frank Skike, and trial context. It references a relay to Cleveland, then New York, and a baptism tie, with company and permanent business terms unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
duPersom
Caty
Hadley
Frank
Cleveland
Ohio
New York
Sammy
Sfadley
Helens
Butteater i
Weimldo
Prominent Wisconsin Attorney Dies in Milwaukee
William F. Carter, a leading Wisconsin lawyer, died in Milwaukee from a stroke. The prominent attorney was widely known for his legal work and influence in the state's judiciary and bar. The news notes his death on August 16 and honors his long career in public service and law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
William F. Carter
Baseball Man Punished by National Baseball Commission
Cinconati Aug 10 The national baseball commission disposed of the case of Howard G C Griffin of Jersey City who was suspended from membership of the national board of the national association and league. He was charged by President Johnson of the American league with attempting to break the national agreement and to array the minor leagues against the national association and league unless concessions were granted the minor leagues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cinconati
National Baseball Commission
Howard GC. Griffit
Jersey City
National
Johnson
Fever Expert Satisfied With Yellow Fever Situation
New cases rising Tuesday, total and death toll to date unclear. Derota Guiteras, Cuban yellow fever expert, visits Havane and Havana to inspect Gulf cities and assist quarantine efforts. Officials optimistic about mosquito theory and progress. cases show signs of peak and decline after high-water period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Derota Guiteras
Guiteras
Tran
Havane
Pyobe
Gulf Cities
Politi Dy
Guituras
Marine Hospital
Airy Board of Swarth
Stockmen Endorse Reform After Wilson Meeting
Aug W Seeveray of Wilson led a conference with about fifty stockmen on the livestock shipper feeding and testing law. Cattlemen argued the rule harms cattle and yields more losses than benefits. The group sought modifications to reduce car confinement and exposure. officials cited railroads’ alleged violations and pledged action if railroads comply. A government response was promised after today’s committee briefing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.seeveray
Wilson
Farhan
Avery
Harriman Road charter for northwest rail connection
Topeka August 16 application filed for a charter to Torrillroad to link the Harriman lines in the northwest with the Harriman lines to New Orleans and the southern states. The route would pass through Kansas wheat country. Capital stock listed at 2,000,000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kas
Torrillroad
Harrimet
United States
Harriman Ines
New Orleans
Kansas
Teamsters Adjourn After Officers Installed in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on August 16 the splainsiters conventions adjourned after installing new officers. President Shea received a loving cup from friends as a token of appreciation. The group plans to meet in Chicago the second week of August next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teamsters
wWadelphia
Chicaen
Shea
Petition Hinted To Med Law Used Once In Milwaukee
The document names Rabbi Veetor Cato and Attorneys J E Wildish M Blenskh end a b Worden, DB Lisle AThrad Church T J Nesey Walter Read and A Von Trot. The petition is Med in accordance with an old law which has been used but once in Milwaukee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veetor Cato
J. E. Wildish
M. ©. Blenskh
A.b. Worden
DB. Lisle
Athrad Church
Purging Philadelphia Poll List
Philadelphia officials announce a canvass found 60 082 eligible voters on the young lists. Assessors in all voting divisions will be instructed to strike fraudulent names from the lists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Departmental
Public Safety
Agriee
Aegen
Secret Service Chief Rescues Wife After Boat Capsize
Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin August 16 John E Murphy chief of the secret service in St Louis and his wife were aboard a boat that capsized while trying to land a large fish. Murphy carried his wife ashore in swimming after the accident and she was slightly strangled. He swam 50 yards to shore as the fish proved lively and caused the craft to overturn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sturgeon Bay
Wis
John E. Murphy
Secret Service
St Louis
Confess Crimes to Seek Shelter in Andalusia Roils Osain
A commission of landowners and farmers in Seville reports roving armed workmen in Osain and Andalusia. Authorities warn that about 5,000 workers carry rifles while jails fill with those who surrendered to police to avoid starvation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seville
Spain
Osain
Andalusia
Automobile Habit and a New York Encounter
A weary young man in New York, visiting a Grenntial waiting room, vents frustration over automobiles. He clashes with another youth who teases him about his condition, claiming automobiles are ruining his health and daily life. The dialogue centers on fatigue, weariness, and the social pressure of vehicle culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tack
Sam
Amebie
Aged Twin Bartelme Dies in Wisconsin
Manitowoc Wis Aug 13 Mic Bartelme one of the oldest twins in the United States died at Gib son aged about seventy five. Born in Alsace Lorraine Germany he came to America over fifty years ago and lived here. His twin brother still lives in Chicago. The brothers recently held a large celebration on their anniversary birthday with a big reunion lasting nearly a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitowoc Wis
Bartelme
Nak
Gibson
Hattalae
Alsase- Lorraine
Germany
Chicago
Fastis
Senator Lodge Arrives in New York from Europe
Senator Lodge arrived in New York Saturday aboard the Cedric from Liverpool. He said a message from President Roosevelt awaited him before the steamer docked, and he intended to visit Oyster Bay as soon as possible. Mr. Vans notes Senator Lodge who landed Saturday afternoon from a European voyage is believed to be Roosevelt’s guess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sionmund
Lodge
Cedric
Laverhook
Roogeyel
Oyster Bay
Vans
Senaint
Roosevelt
Explosion on Ferry Boat Causes Burns and Near Drownings
Explosion of a gasoline tank on the ferry Philadelphia near South Haven Michigan on Saturday night badly burned several passengers. A number were blown into the water and narrowly escaped drowning as women in flames were aided by fellow passengers and rescued by small boats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Haven
Mich
Milwaukee voters consider higher saloon license fee
A petition for a special election to raise the saloon license fee from 214 to 300 dollars has been filed with City Clerk Hinkel. He forwarded the matter to City Attorney Ringe for action on ordering the election. Charles J. Faber circulated the petition and its signers are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Hinkel
Ringe
Charles J. Faber
Perunion
Head of American Yeomen Removed for Misconduct
Des Moines August 13. Charges of mismanagement from last winter led to the removal of Paul, head of the American Yeomen Insurance order. William F. Koch of Des Moines, a Paul supporter, was elected to succeed him.
County Fairs Aim to Clean Up Gambling on Grounds
Madison August 16 The attorney general warns county fairs to strictly enforce the gambling law as state aid tied to refusing gambling on fairgrounds comes under scrutiny. Officials note devices to circumvent the law are increasingly clever and affidavits from fair secretaries will not be the sole proof of compliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Meuny
Not Mr. Dove Chicago Mystery Update
Chicago august 1. Chief Collins expresses doubt that George Lawrence aka Marsi is the killer of Chauffeur Bare, despite Mr Joy Morton’s statement that Lawrence/Marsi worked for him from November 2 to December 14. Morton’s records support his alibi. Police must reassess leads after Morton’s testimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Joy Morton
George Lawrence
Proeton
Mass
Dove
Bare
Collins
Lawrence
Marsi
Morton
Steadiay
Woman Arrested For Poisoning Husband In Iowa
A woman was arrested on charges of poisoning her husband after coroner’s findings cited copper in his stomach. Kelley a farm hand and two others were linked to aiding and abetting. One man released on bond. others remanded to jail as authorities investigated the case and coroner’s report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelley
Cha
Wis
Bert
Relay
Goodvind
Warlickts
Sidteay
Anguss
Idlewild Steamer Tugs Helped After Rudder Fails on Lake Erie
Buttalo Aug 10 The steamer Idlewild carrying women and children broke its rudder and rode a five hour drift in a high wind on Lake Erie near Windmill Point. Four tugs towed her safely to port as shore observers hailed the rescue. All passengers were unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buttalo
Idlewild
Lake Erie
Windmill Point
American to star at Canadian hanging
Charles King, an American from the Dakotas, is to be hanged in Edmont in August for the murder of English prospector Hayward near Lesser Slave Lake, Northwest Territories. The Dominion government will not interfere after reviewing the case. King was convicted after two trials last fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Pleads Guilty to Murder in Wisconsin
Portage Wisconsin August 16 Carl Baek the man who confessed to killing his wife will appear before Judge Fowler of the eighteenth circuit to plead guilty to first degree murder. A formal application to plead has been filed in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portage, Wis
Carl Baek
Slnyer
Fowler
Also Mentioned on This Page
Coren
Manchuria
Port Abthar
Daluy
Reimberse
Tle
Maneluc
Chine
Siberian
Vladivostok
Behring Sea
Far East
Bely
Sul
Haowever
Ramura Ami Takahira
Wisaing
Golawinlint
Manche
Jamese
Allere
Jon Simpy
Thomas Alleso
Tarentina
Missouri
Indianapolis
Crawfordsvill
New Harriman Road
Senator Lodge
MR. Dove
Will
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!