Stolen Will of James G. Fair Baffles Officials
Parcel shows the will of James G. Fair was taken from a San Francisco clerk’s office Monday afternoon. A decoy envelope with worthless papers replaced the document, baffling investigators and jeopardizing probate proceedings due to the will’s length and unique language. Copies exist with attorneys, but contesting the will could hinge on authentic signatures and verifications.
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San Francisco
James G. Pair
James G. Fair
Mexico Guatemala dispute nears clash over land claims
United States warns of inevitable hostilities as Mexico insists Guatemala must surrender land claims. Mexico's superior forces and potential regional support raise the risk of a broader conflict, with no US restraint possible to avert a clash.
Mill Wall Arrives With Rice Cargo Infested by Weevils
The British ship Mill Wall from Rangoon arrived in port with a cargo said to be exclusively rice. A vast swarm of insects filled the hold, forcing sailors to stay above deck. Prof Davidson of the U S coast survey identified two weevil species among the pests and sent samples to Berkeley for classification.
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San Francisco
Mill Wall
Brenner
Rangoon
Burmah
Davidson
United States Geodetic and Coast Survey
University At
Berkley
United States Seeks Peace Between Mexico and Guatemala
From Mexico City January 28. The United States offers to mediate to prevent war between Mexico and Guatemala. If talks fail, both sides may submit disputes to arbitration by a friendly nation. Washington influenced Mexico to delay its ultimatum while seeking a favorable reception for the appeal. The arsenal at the citadel is producing large quantities of Remington cartridges for rapid mobilization.
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Ciry
Mexico
United States
Guatemala
Gresham
Romero
Washington
Citadel
War Department
Dispute Over Forest Lands Between Mexico and Guatemala
The conflict centers on boundary claims along the Lacantun and Usumacinto rivers in Chiapas. Guatemala rejects the Lacantun as boundary, accusing Mexico of encroachment while Guatemalan concessions and an American surveyor sharpen tensions amid clashes and interventions by troops.
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San Francisco
Mexico
Guatemala
Chiapas
Turruco
Don Miguel Turruco
Miles Rock
Precious Woods
Vacation of the Minister to Mexico Ends
Isaac P. Gray United States minister to Mexico on leave returns to the City of Mexico Monday. He plans to aid in peace talks over the Mexico Guatemala boundary dispute and may work with Pierce Young if President Cleveland approves.
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Mexico
Washington
Isaac P. Gray
United States
Gresham
Guatemala
Cleveland
Gray
Pierce Young
Guintemla
Major McLaughlin Praises Standing Rock Sioux Reform
Major McLaughlin in Paul praises the Standing Rock Sioux for reform and peace under chiefs Rain-in-the-Face Gray Eagle and John Grass. He notes 4000 Sioux on reserve with 600 children in schools and cites his wardship across 24 years. J. H. Cramsie succeeds him as Standing Rock agent.
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Major McLaughlin
Paul
Custer
Standing Rock Agency
James McLaughlin
Washington
McLaughlin
W. H. Parkins
Standing Rock
Sitting Bull
Gull
Rain-in
Gray Eagle
Running Antelope
Crazy Walking
Bull
Little Big Horn
Rain
John Grass
Imade
Episcopal Church
J. H. Cramsie
St. Paul
Devils Lake
Events of the Week Hit US Trade and Local Economy
Dun's Review warns that business prospects declined this week with the gold reserve down to about 58 million dollars and 39 working days of treasury losses totaling around 53 million. Prices fall further as demand stays weak and unemployment remains steady. A Brooklyn strike halved local business for over a week, signaling broad market strain. In Tracy Minnesota a council vote seeks to defy warrants for an electric plant, arguing tax limits were exceeded and litigation follows. In Chamberlain South Dakota suits challenge a railroad right of way, with oral arguments and key legal questions anticipated.
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New York
Jan
R. G. Dun & Co
Review of Trade
Brooklyn
Debs conspiracy trial opens as jurors sworn
In Cutenco January 28 the United States circuit court opens the Debs conspiracy case with 12 jurors sworn and 19 defendants on trial. Milhcrist reviews indictment while Darrow claims conspirators are General Managers' association. Defense asserts no union conspiracy. cites Pullman issue and fires men. Overton’s SD treasurer capture tale debunked as Taylor not found.
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Privy Council
Lonpox
Baron Watson
Lord McNaughton
Lord Shiad
Judiciary Committee
Baron Herschel
Supreme Court of Canada
Brophy
Cutenco
Debs
United States Circuit Court
Grosseup
Thomas C. Milchrist
American Railway Union
United States Mail
Blue Island
M. E. Ervine
Milchuist
Darrow
Pullman Car Company
General Managers’ Associan
General Managers’ Association
Pullman
Harper
John J. Hanrahan
Fort Wayne
Hanrahan
Geeting
Frank Day Elected Minnesota Senate President
Frank A. Day of Fairmount has been elected president of the Minnesota Senate to succeed Lt. Governor Clough. Day won 36 votes to Barr's 12. The change in governorship timing was debated with expectations of before the next senate session. Rumors of official timing remained unconfirmed amid headquarters speculation.
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Fairmount
Minnesota Senate
St. Paul
Frank A. Day of
Senate
Clough
Day
Barr
Nelson
Friends Fearful That Proposed Ships Will Not Be Authorized
In Washington on January 30, supporters urge passage of the naval appropriation for three battleships and twelve torpedo boats. They face treasury shortages and opposition from House Appropriations Chair Sayres, with Chairman Wilson and the president urging revenue-expense parity.
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Friends of the
Herbert
Treasury
Sayres
Appropriations Committee
House
Wilson
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