Wedding in Lincoln Turns To Tragedy As Bride and Guests Weep
In Lincoln Nebraska a wedding of Miss Bryan and William Homer Leavitt became a sorrowful event. About 125 guests attended as Mrs Bryan did not attend the ceremony and offered no congratulations. Mr Bryan, though cheerful, expressed little warmth as the couple were greeted. The bride’s mother and other relatives were described as tearful while the groom’s mother offered her congratulations. The ceremony ended with a restrained reception and later guests departed.
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Lincoln
Neb
William Homer Leavitt
Bryan
Ben
Pikes
Braska Wesley
Miss Bryan
Leavitt
Pultins
Gether
SoSeya
M Wewport
Ihe
Airs
Lesvitt
Nebraska
Little
Trial of J. H. Tillman Adjudicated Tuesday
Lexington October trial proceedings featured several witnesses but yielded little of note as the case to defraud Tillman moved forward in the docket.
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Tillman
Lexington
Scl
J. H. Tillman
Grout Clings to Fusion Pass in New York Campaign
In New York on October 7 the Greater New York democracy convention denounced the Citizens' Union and Republican conventions and pledged support to the McClellan Grout and Fornes slate. Grout refuses to leave the fusion ticket and vows to defend his position in court as Fornes also responds to mayoral statements.
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New York Fusion
New York
Greater
New York Democracy
John C. Sheehan
Citizens’ Union
Ucket
McClellan, Grout
Fusion
Comptroller
Sidermaniec
Grout
Fornes
Tammany
Lew Geelaring
Mter
Mr. Fornes
Mr. Grout
Held
Tornado Hits Ewen Michigan Wrecks School Workmen
Report from Neenunee Michigan says the town of Ewen was struck by a severe cyclone Saturday afternoon. Half the town was wrecked and a schoolhouse crew of men were swept away. one man killed and four fatally injured with several others hurt. Property losses near 200000 dollars.
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Neenunee
Mich
Ewen
Here
Shortage in Iowa Bank Leads to Cashier Removal
Irregularities found in the Home Savings Bank of Iowa Falls prompt directors to replace the cashier Edward O Louie as authorities investigate a potential cash discrepancy reaching into thousands. Details remain unclear as the bank faces closure.
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Iowa Falls
Edward
Louie
Special Report on Diseases of the Horse Printed for Congress
The report on diseases of the horse is printed and bound for use by the House of Representatives with 100000 copies. Senate receives 5000 copies and other officials receive a reduced distribution. The edition is sparse and mainly for members and committees with interest in agriculture.
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Washington
Uci Les
House of
Senate
Market Notes on Livestock and Feed Prices
Market brief lists cattle and sheep categories with prices and product terms across regions. Mentions cows calves heifers heep and beef items, with references to feeders, relters, and feed commodities in the area including South Omaha and adjacent markets.
Grain Market Report Shows Steady Prices Amid Trade
Grain traders in Minneapolis note steady activity with December wheat futures quoted near last session levels. Prices appear supported by steady demand and expectations for limited supplies through the coming months.
Three Van Wormer Brothers Executed in Chester Prison
In Dannemora New York on October 3 the Van Wormer brothers Wills Burton and Frederick were executed in the electric chair for killing their uncle Peter A Halenweck. The men faced the procedure with little fear and the entire execution lasted about fifteen minutes.
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Dannemora
van Wormer Brothers
Wills, Burton
Frederick
Peter A. Halenweck
Chester
Neeper Murphy
Ransom
Weyo Sak
Furst
Wilas
Sscand
Burton
Murphy
Burton van Wormer
Death of Father Triggers Poultry Theft Ring Crime
After a father's death Mrs Van Wormer and her three sons turn to stealing poultry to survive. They supply thousands of birds monthly to New York and Albany markets, using barns to crate and ship consignments. Their uncle Hailenbeck forecloses and plans to murder them, leading to a Christmas Eve shooting and eventual confession and conviction.
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van Wormer
New York
Albany
Peter A Hallenbeck
Kinderhook
Morterge
Eck
Barry Bruce
Hailenbeck
van Wormers
Nook
Harri Mho
Toree van Warmer
Urs
Prism
Ransome
Spitzka
Drastic Sters Curtail Iron Supply Amid Trade Slump
New York reports heavy railroad end values depress iron trade. Officials plan curtailment of production this week to stabilize supply. Wages at eastern furnaces cut by 16 percent. factories seek to reduce costs as demand remains weak and stocks dwindle.
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York. Gov
Pennsha
Demand for Power Shifts in Commission Debates
The document outlines demands to curb potential abuses in commissions and to prevent unjust actions in disputes. It argues for executive oversight to correct alleged abuses and to ensure fair conduct amid ongoing deliberations and quasi-judicial processes.
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Ime Commission
Merger Of Gould Lines With Wabash Stockholders Vote
The merger involves Gould lines west of the lake and Pittsburgh and Cambria with two receiving companies. The Wabash will submit the merger details to stockholders at their next meeting after prior tallying. The article notes progress on the merger and votes.
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Lake Exrie
Pittsporg
Cermesi
Emera
Jake
Postmaster seeks $20 million for rural free delivery
Washington October 5 Postmaster General Payne will ask Congress for a $20 million appropriation to fund rural free delivery next year, $7.5 million more than this year. The service aims to reach about 21 000 routes by year end with several thousand more planned, while noting a rule limiting routes to towns with enough families could slow expansion. Captain Castle estimates a 4.6 million deficit for the year, driven by rural extensions, but supports continued rural service as beneficial.
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Washington
Payne
Congress
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Castice
Henry A. Castle
Post Office Department
Nile
Castle
Quarrel Over Thread Ends in River Houseboat Murder
In New Cresans Oct 5 David A Callaway was shot and killed by Charles W Simpson in a Mississippi river houseboat feud. Both were owners of houseboats. The dispute arose from a romance involving Callaway and Mrs Callaway. Simpson killed Callaway with a shotgun after a struggle over a stick of wood.
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New Cresans
David A. Callaway
Charles W. Simpson
Mississippi River
Callaway
Expedition to Mount McKinley Aborted by Cock Group
Dr Frederick A Cock of Brooklin led an expedition to Mount McKinley Alaska. After months without word a cable says they reached about 12 000 feet on the southwestern slope before a granite cliff about 3 68 feet high ended the attempt.
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Mount McKinley
Alaska
New York
Frederick A. Cock
Brooklin
Mount McHunter
Girl, 12, Killed by Lightning in LeMars
A 12 year old girl, Gertrude Simpson, was instantly killed this morning in LeMars when struck by lightning while standing near an open window with her younger sister. She was about to help her sister to the breakfast table.
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LeMers
LeMars
Simpson
Meer
Wes
Tabie
Woman and granddaughter birth twins on same day
New York report notes Mrs John Bax and her granddaughter near Mitchsivile New York both had twin births on the same day Oct 1. The grandmother and granddaughter share a birthday moment as the family celebrates two sets of twins born within hours of each other.
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Grancaughter
New York
John Baxee Mitchsisvile
N. Y
Bes
Cacehier
Beams
Beskiy Chidres
Merger Plan Tied to Northern Securities Case
The report notes a possible holding-company merger involving Northern Securities tied to a Supreme Court ruling. It discusses redistribution of lines among Great Northern, Northern Pacific, Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, and Erie systems. Key figures Harriman and Morgan are linked to the plan amid legal actions and prior Iowa and Nebraska vetoes.
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Si Tha
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Gow
Northern Securities Compas
Rederail Supreme Cour. Oi
Northern Pacific
Sethe
R. Gay
Ite Tairong Devedit
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Circuit Court of Appeals
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Great Noriy
S, Shicage
Buriington
Quycoads
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Erie
Cys Erie Railroad
Northern Securities
Wis
Duotzan Zedent
Lake Shore
Michigan
Michigan Central
Central Railroad
Harriman
Northern
Cific
Keene
Morgan
Supreme Court
James J
Iowa
Des Moines
Great Hill
Cummins
Legis
Burlington and
Quinn
Burlington
Noue
Northern Pac Northern
Oruise
Towa
Tomoyve
Nebraska
Northern Pacific Systems
Will Be No Strike Sutchers Make Terms and Will No T Up the Packing Houses
Chicago notes an anticipated general strike by beef butchers may be averted as talks yield to packers and union leaders. The piece describes last minute concessions and potential escalation of pressure in key packing districts, with officials preparing for possible escalations and countermeasures.
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Chicago
Piartis
Geos
Donnelly
Omsaba
Butchers’ Coomitt EK H. Beil
Fatal accident ends battle Creek blacksmith life
Battle Creek blacksmith DORE Sredy died after his foot became entangled in a wheel. The injury occurred when the wheel’s spokes caught his foot, leaving him severely injured and resulting in his death. The report notes the accident happened at his home, with onlookers reporting the toll of the incident.
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Botte Creek
Ana
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