Ambassador Reid Dies in London Amid Mourning
The British government discussed conveying the body of the late American ambassador Sir Edward Reid to the United States. A memorial service was planned at Westminster Abbey. Funeral notes attributed his death to pulmonary edema after a week of illness, with tributes from King, Queen, and multiple leaders across the UK and US.
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Day in Congress Report Covers Quorum, Committees, and Trials
The Senate convened with plans for alternate pro tem leaders and a campaign contributions inquiry. House proceedings included consent calendar items and a joint resolution for constitutional term limits, with leaders and speakers named.
Dr Carl Alsberg Appointed Chief Chemist in Washington
President Taft directs Secretary Wilson to appoint Dr Carl Alsberg as chief of the Bureau of Chemistry in the agricultural department to succeed Dr Marvin Wellesley. Alsberg, renowned in biological chemistry, has led the American Chemical Society section and engaged in physiology and pharmacology research across Europe and the United States. He studied at Columbia and Strassburg and worked at Berlin and Frankfurt institutes.
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Davenport man arraigned for arsenal attack plan
Chris Kuehl, 55, of Davenport, reportedly aimed to shoot Colonel Burt, commander of the arsenal, but was seized by guards at the colonel’s home. He is thought to be insane, authorities say. The incident occurred amid other Davenport notes on kindergarten gains, manufacturers’ meeting in Des Moines, and Corn Products selling its Davenport plant.
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Body Found Embedded in Dam Concrete Afoot
A Keokuk Des Moines item reports a man’s body embedded in the Misulasppi river dam concrete after falling into the frame. Removal risks destroying a large cement block, delaying tests on the disappearance of the laborer weeks earlier.
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Peace Envoys Hold First Rest Conference at St James Palace
A historic peace plenary opened in London with Bulgaria Serbia Montenegro and Greece delegations meeting Turkish envoys under Sir Edward Grey. The talks focus on terms for peace and potential armistice while a strong police presence guards the St James Palace enclave.
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Katsura Ordered to Form Japanese Cabinet
Tokyo December 1 The emperor has issued a special rescript ordering Prince Katsura to form a cabinet after conferences failed to nominate a premier to replace Marquis Salomon. A full cabinet lineup is expected in a few days with Takaki Kata as foreign minister and Baron Shiuw ete Lagasse in a key post.
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Suffragettes Begin 140 Mile Walk to Albany
In New York on December 16, suffragettes set out on a 140 mile trek to Albany to present a message for women's suffrage to Governor Suliver. Led by Miss Rosalie Jones, the marchers carry literature in knapsacks marked Votes for Women and plan stops in Yonkers and Irvington with rallies en route.
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Lone Tree men seek gubernatorial stay on two murder cases
Dus Moincd reports from Lone Tree that attorneys for Gig Baker and Wil McEwen pressed Governor Carroll for a stay of proceedings. Baker’s murder conviction was affirmed and sentence cut eight years with bond set. a pardon application is planned. McEwen, Pocahontas banker, saw his fraudulent banking conviction affirmed and is also seeking governor intervention.
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Easterday Framed Up Robbery Story
Burlington Iowa reports authorities investigated the claim of Christian R Easterday of Marengo who admitted fabricating a robbery tale to cover his losses after a real estate deal fall. He alleged theft of 4600 dollars and said he was beaten to color the story.
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Wilson Returns From Bermuda Vacation For New Jersey Affairs
President-elect Wilson arrived in New York aboard the Bermudian after a Bermuda trip with his family. He said he would devote himself to New Jersey matters and would soon return to Trenton for the state budget session on January 14. No decision on major appointments was made, though options were considered.
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Nation watches as Elgin board meets in Dec
Elgin Newfoundland December 16 Nation wide interest centers on the Elgin butter board meeting known as the bite terrust The election of five directors may determine the quotations committee and the weekly butter price The fate of 86 000 tons in cost storage and a suspected corner hangs on the result Two tickets Regular and Membership contend for control Producers back Regular while brokers led by James P Younger back Membership Potter is expected to be chosen president amid a postoral fight
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Weather patch arrives in west Cortica with rain
The report describes a rain band moving into the western Cortica area while the eastern portion remains cooler and sunnier. Residents are urged to monitor changing conditions as temperatures drop and winds shift, with local advisories noting possible inched precipitation through the afternoon.
Anti War Strike Shakes France Nationwide Show of Unity
In Paris and across France a general strike called by the Federation of Labor paralysed industry for one day to protest war. Mass meetings were planned in Paris and provinces as authorities tightened security but order remained largely peaceful throughout the day.
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Final Crop Report for 1912 Issued by Agriculture Dept
Washington reports final production and value estimates for eleven key crops for 1912. The crop board cites total farm wealth at about 9.53 billion dollars, with detailed figures for wheat, corn, oats, barley, rye, buckwheat, flaxseed, rice, potatoes, and other staples, including area harvested, production, price per bushel, and farm value as of December 1.
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Government Loses In Anthracite Suit Supreme Court
The U S Supreme Court rules 63 percent contracts by railroad coal groups violated the anti trust act. Justice Lurton notes the output pooling and supply agreements restrained trade. Minor combinations are dismissed without prejudice to future suits. Government action seeks to curb anthracite transport and sales power.
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