Body snatching hits Erie mausoleum in ransom case
Erie Pa February report details a bold desecration at the mausoleum of the late Congressman William L Scott. Police chase four to six men whose wagon tracks vanish toward the gate while Italian neighbors are watched. Mrs McCullom and Mrs Scott are linked to the case, and authorities seek ransom with the Scott family tied to Grover Cleveland era politics.
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A. T. Stewart
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William L. Scott
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Philadelphia
Tracy
Grover Cleveland
House of Representatives
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United States
Grover
Goulds Dispose 4200 Acres of Coal Lands in Iowa
In Knoxville Iowa on February 5 the Jay Gould heirs sold their Iowa coal holdings totaling 4200 acres in Marion county. John W Legrand and his two sons purchased the property.
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Jay Gould Helra
Iowa
Marion County
John W. Legrand
House Reapportionment Sparks Party Debate in Congress
Washington reports the House debate over reapportionment under the thirteenth census. Democrats support 433 members, Republicans favor 391. If 433 passes, Illinois Iowa Kansas Missouri Nebraska would gain or lose accordingly. with 391, several states would lose seats. Senate Finance Committee backs a permanent tariff board with five members needing Senate confirmation. Beveridge fires first shot in Canadian reciprocity fight, urging prompt action and close ties with Canada.
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Grand jury debates Kimbrough case ignoring court orders
The Danville grand jury debates extending beyond the 18 month limit as it investigates Judge Kimbrough's election. Election official Neece is questioned about a $1000 payment, while Frank Unger, former town clerk, is expected to testify about a $690 cost to obtain office. The panel plans indictments, with about 100 possible, data kept under court orders.
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Charles Neece
Westville
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Frank PP. Unger
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Electric train plunges into river. five dead at Bleroggan
An electric train plunged into an open draw in Bleroggan Wisconsin today, killing five people. Two men and a child are confirmed dead, with a woman and a man reported missing in the submerged car. The motorman and conductor escaped by leaping to safety as the car went under.
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Kenyon Leads in Iowa Senatorial Ballot Drama
Iowa legislature's joint ballot shows Kenyon 43, Young 34, Funk 20, Garst 4, Clarke 1, Porter 153. Absent 2. Analysts discuss repeal threats to the Harding primary and possible compromise candidate Charles B. Pickett as a path to a Senate seat, with progressives and standpatters urged to unite.
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United States
Iowa
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Garst
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Porter
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House
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Harding
Cummins
Pickett
Ken Mr. Young
Funk
Charles B. Pickett
Congress
National Senate
Bishop Uker, Pennsylvania Presbyterian Bishop, Dies
The Right Rev Orl W Uker, bishop of the Presbyterian Episcopal diocese of Pennsylvania, died today in Philadelphia. The death occurred on February 9 and ends a long tenure as head of the church in the state.
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Orl W. Uker
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Pennsylvania
Bristow Cites Senate Bribery as Dire Reason for Direct Election
Senator Bristow of Kansas urged Congress to amend the constitution to allow direct popular election of U S senators. He condemned powerful interests for corrupt influence in legislatures, citing Illinois and other cases, noting fourteen vacancies in twenty years and a rise in bribery in elections.
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Bishop Wittlock Near Death in Philadelphia Dioceses
Philadelphia February 9 Bishop Wittlock head of the Protestant Episcopal diocese of Pennsylvania may not live through the day doctors say grippe and age weaken his recovery Archbishop Ryan showing improvement but heart weakness leaves outcome uncertain in the deathly illness report
Submerged Land Report Offered in Illinois Legislature
Representative B M Chipperfield of Canton presented the submerged lands committee report on encroachments by corporations along the Snake Front in Chicago, declaring it a menace. Two thousand copies were ordered printed as the report went to the Senate and Governor. Taft’s acceptance to address the Minors legislature was announced. pension and weapons bills were discussed. Burke funeral arrangements were set. inheritance tax case involving the Marshall Field estate was reviewed by the Supreme Court.
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Iowa Capital in Fight for Prize Prize Fight for Conference Meeting
Chicago withdrew from the bid for next year’s Methodist Episcopal general conference due to requesting the meeting too often. Indianapolis presented an offer through Vice President Charles W. Patrbanks. Other cities like Des Moines and Columbus offered bonds beyond the $6,000 minimum, vying for the conference's host site.
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Methodist Episcopal General Conference
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Charles W. Patrbanks
Indianapolis
Des Moines
Columb
Navarro Near Juarez Rumor Spurs Border News
Rush of unconfirmed reports places General Navarro with about 1000 federal troops near Juarez as insurrectos hold positions three miles west. A brakeman claims trains carry Navarro’s forces to a point 10 miles below Juarez amid uncertain cross border developments.
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Des Moines Delegation Seeks Award Decision At Meeting
Officials delaying award due to delegates' time. Gov B I Carroll for Des Moines spoke as a delegation of fifteen from the town arrived with a joint resolution inviting Methodist people to Des Moines. The committee did not expect a decision today on the issue.
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Gilliland Attacks Oregon Plan in Des Moines Senate Debate
Iowa Senate spends fore noon on Oregon primary plan with no vote. Gilliland accuses progressives of aiming to wreck the GOP. Smith defends the bill citing trusts and alleged convulsions. Other actions include appropriation bills for Iowa City, Ames, and Cedar Falls, a four member state highway commission bill, and liquor CID proposal. Davenport teachers form a committee to push life certificate bill for teachers pending in Des Moines.
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State Highway Commission
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Frank L. Smart
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Harry Edwin
Will Sheehan Quit Senatorial Race
Albany reports rising questions over whether Will Sheehan will withdraw from the U S Senate race as New York legislators weigh a compromise candidate. Sheehan stays firm in his bid while Charles Murphy vows to press the fight. Sunday developments could decide if another conference is held next week. Officials debated the outcome of the prior Dix-Gaynor conference and any potential hearing on the senatorial situation.
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Sheehan
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New York
Charles F. Murphy
Guv. Dix
Gaynor
Weather forecast fragment for multiple states
Fragmented OCR style forecast mentions fair conditions tonight and Friday in Illinois Missouri North Dakota South Dakota Montana with varying temperatures and east west differences. It includes garbled words and dates but conveys general pattern of fair and slightly colder or warmer periods across several states.
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