First Session Opens as Cannon Elected Speaker
The 39th Congress convened at noon with Vice President and a House roll call. Representative Hepburn introduced a Panama Canal bill to fund 16.5 million and Lorimer touted a Gulf waterway to New Orleans. Hopkins urged direct South American steamship lines. others discussed beef trust licensing and market control.
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Officer Pendleton Murder Plot Shocks Atlanta Family
Lieutenant Charles Pendleton of the U S A constabulary ordered four native soldiers to a vehicle. He claimed he found a policeman dead on the road and hid the crime. Soldiers later confessed the entire story breaking Pendleton’s cover. Pendleton previously served in New York and faced murder charges.
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Six Day Bicycle Race Underway in Madison Square Garden
The six day race in New York's Madison Square Garden neared 226 miles as December 4 reports show Paris and French team riders in action. A spill injured Gougolian with a broken rib but his partner Vanoni pressed on. Leaders Gougtalz, Vanoni and Dave Scott pushed toward the final laps with 11 o'clock approaching.
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Cannon Re-elected Speaker as Republicans Renominate Officers
The Republican caucus renominated all last session’s officers with William P. Hepburn chairing and Joseph G. Cannon unanimously chosen speaker. Cannon emphasized restraint on unneeded legislation and warned against abuses in trusts and railroads while upholding vigorous regulation of interstate commerce. Officers renominated include Clerk Alexander McDowell and Sergeant at Arms Henry Cassom.
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Railroads Win Out in Eskine Act Case
Kansas court rules it lacks jurisdiction in a case involving the Missouri Pacific Santa Fe and others. The federal government had brought actions alleging violations of the Eskine act related to shipping practices. The motion to quash the proceedings was granted, ending the suit.
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Anti Cigarette Agitator Plans Iowa Campaign
Rev. W. H. Shaw of Indianapolis announced in Sioux City that he will launch a full anti cigarette campaign in Iowa. He aims to push a stricter anti cigarette law through the Iowa legislature and will hold meetings in major cities to raise sentiment against the cigarette. He is already active in South Dakota.
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Cassie on Stand in Cleveland Federal Hearing
Mrs. Caasie L. Cradwick was taken into the federal banke upher court today for completing testimony in her financial dealings. Hearing closed after she hinted at important facts, with her condition described as relapse front Heart trouble. Nettie May Rogers of Waverly Illinois died today after being wounded by her lover Clement Gray, who died by his own action following the assault.
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La Follette Announces Wisconsin Legislature Message
Madison Wis Dec 4 The special session of the Wisconsin legislature opened this afternoon A recess is taken until this evening when Gov La Follette will read his message to legislators about the session stakes and aims
Plub bob hurled at Roosevelt train near Philadelphia
A cast iron plumb bob weighing about two to three pounds was thrown at President Roosevelt's train as it passed through Philadelphia on Saturday night. Major Webb Hayes, aboard the Salvius forward car, was near the window but unharmed. Secret service and detectives investigate the incident, suspect hoodlums and possible aim at the President.
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Lawyer Kills Himself Over Ill Health in Macomb
Jesse T. Neece, a leading Macomb attorney and partner of W. H. Neece, died by self-inflicted gunshot at his home yesterday. He was about 44, leaves a wife and one son, and his continued poor health was given as the reason.
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Franklin Lane Named to Interstate Commerce Commission
Announcement in Washington on December 4 states the President will appoint Franklin Lane of San Francisco to the vacancy on the Interstate Commerce Commission created by Governor Fifer's resignation in Illinois. The appointment takes effect January 1.
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Tie Up Continues In London Dispatches From Russia Severed
London reports no dispatches from St Petersburg or Moscow as communications are cut. A decisive League meeting is expected in St Petersburg to consider a constituent assembly plan. Jewish massacres are reported in 136 towns. a post and telegraph strike in St Petersburg may prolong unrest, with rumors of general Trepo returning to restore order.
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Receiver Appointed to Take Charge of Soap Co Affairs
Judge Bethea appoints a receiver for the Fortheiner Soap Co. operated by W. Hoffheimer, now in jail on fraud charges, with the Chicago appointment dated December 4.
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Still in Her Car Not Coming Out in Rival Eau Event
Mrs. Joe Berry remains inside a passenger car on a track near Rival Eau Dec 4. Authorities, using dummies and rising tactics, failed to coax her out as she fires at figures and claims pursuit. Robert M. Harms of Winfield Kan arrived to help, but she warned him away.
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Cotton Crop Outlook Shifts Markets Across Nation
The December reports from Washington and Dallas place cotton yields at 10,167,818 and 9,623,000 bales respectively, sparking price rises on the New York and New Orleans exchanges as traders react to government and industry estimates.
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Moody's Report Calls For New Department Building
Attorney General Moody releases a report stressing reforms to curb discrimination and rate-making abuses by railroads, urges a new department building in Washington, and details federal tax receipts and tobacco and spirits production. It also notes Civil Service reforms including a proposed examination fee to fund governmental assessments.
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Premier Balfour Resigns Cabinet Acknowledgment at Buckingham Palace
London reports Premier Balfour met King Edward at Buckingham Palace as cabinet resignation is anticipated this evening Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman slated for an urgent interview with the king. The formal resignation announcement is expected tonight amid signs of a changing government in the British capital.
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County Commissioner Stabbed in Chicago Dies
News of December 4 reports County Commissioner Juho V mf stabbed Tuesday by George Roberts, an election clerk in Chicago’s thirteenth ward. He died at Grace Hospital yesterday afternoon. Captain Kelly questions possible accomplices and plans to notify Roberts’ attorney of the death.
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Uncle Sam's Bargain Day at Post Office Sale
Washington women anticipate a red letter bargain day on December 10 as the Dead Letter Office auction disposes of about 1,000,000 packages. Items include hooks, wheat drinkers, jewelry, shoes, bicycle tires, spoons, clothing, penknives, ribbons, pipes, cigarette holders, and handkerchiefs.
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LA FOLLETTE PUZZLE IN WISCONSIN RACE
Wisconsin politics centers on whether Robert M. La Follette will seek governor or senator a mystery unresolved as reports of an extraordinary session loom. The governor keeps his plans secret, with few allies certain of his enrollment and purpose, awaiting key decisions.
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Mourn Their Dead as Jewish Communities Hold Memorials
In New York a hundred thousand Jews dressed in crepe and marching under black banners memorialized those massacred in Russia. Similar services were held in Chicago and other Jewish houses of worship across the city to honor the victims of the mlamtacres.
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Vice President Testifies Before Insurance Committee
George D. Byrridge, vice president and actuary of Mutual Reserve Life Insurance, testified on December 4 in New York before the Insurance Investigating Committee as the first witness.
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Weather forecast for Iowa and nearby regions
Weather bulletin from Shteago Illinois on December 4 indicates generally fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with seas and temperatures noted. Sun and moon phases listed with sunrise and sunset times.
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