Final Taft New Year's reception draws diplomatic, military guests
President Taft hosted his last White House New Year reception with foreign diplomats, army and navy officers, and judiciary members in attendance. Ambassadors and ministers arrived in formal dress, the crowd included Justices of the Supreme Court, cabinet members, and citizens outside, as faces and smiles greeted the president and Mrs Taft in a grand, lively scene.
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Warships Sail To Meet Body Of Reid In Atlantic
New York reports a squadron of American warships set to meet the British cruiser Natal off Nantucket about ten hours from port to transport the body of Lady Whitelaw Reid home to the United States. Rear Admiral Fiske leads the fleet with destroyers Roy, Drayton, McCall and Paulding while rendezvous plans include anchorage in the North River. The funeral of former ambassador Whitelaw Reid is scheduled at St John the Divine Cathedral on Saturday.
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Battle Looms as Palzer and McCarty Clash in Heavyweight Feud
In a 20 round heavyweight bout, Palzer at 218 pounds faces McCarty at 205 pounds as both men promise to finish the other. Hyga months earlier, the crowd includes eight early supporters from the north and east while managers and trainers anticipate a battle with clear confidence on both sides. A host of high ranking officers and diplomats gather in Washington surrounding the event.
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Dynamiters Arrive at Leavenworth For New YearIn Prison
The McNamara dynamiters holiday transfer arrived at Leavenworth Kansas on New Year’s Day. Prisoners were guarded and labeled by numbers, given prison uniforms, and separated from civilian access as officials reported no information about the happenings on board. The group included Frank M. Bryan and others, with searches removing personal photos and mementos as they entered the federal penitentiary.
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Burglar Robs Van In Davenport New Year Pretense
A masked bandit robbed a Davenport, Iowa van at 9 last night, taking $50.12 from the conductor and diamond rings and stick pins valued over 3100. The only passenger, John Heaney, shouted for help after a revolver was shown. Heeaney chased the thief who fled down the street as the robbers shouted a New Year greeting.
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Wilson Greets 13 as His Lucky Year
Princeton letter reveals Woodrow Wilson hailed as lucky with the number 13 in 1913 1918 terms. The president elect notes digits 1 9 1 3 spawn fortune and recalls 13 as his year and 13th presidency tied to electoral timing. A parcel post delivery to Wilson’s home marks a historic New Jersey moment.
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Nine Men Entombed Saved Hope Grows For Rescue
Tamaqua Pennsylvania report says nine miners trapped by a water rush at East Lebisi Coal Company pit remain alive and are signaling rescue teams. They report good ventilation and no immediate danger, while authorities plan to move prisoners and verify identities amid a chaotic scene.
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Inaugurate Sulzer New York Governor Inaugurated
New York reports Sulzer, a Democrat, sworn in as forty second governor of the Empire State in Albany. He succeeds Dix and vows an honest, efficient, economical administration. The New Hampshire legislature opens with Felker as predicted governor contender. Colorado’s nineteenth general assembly convenes with Democratic strength. Michigan and Maine also report inaugurations and senatorial plans as sessions begin. Massachusetts legislators begin the 134th session with Republicans in control as Gov. Foss nears a third term.
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Augusta
Maine
Edwin Ka. Burleigh
Aupisin
Wm. T. Tales
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Boston
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Deputies Shadow Rockefeller Home on New Year's Day
Detectives and deputy sergeants at arms of the New York House of Representatives watched the Rockefeller residence on Witch Avenue on New Year's Day. Rumors suggested William Rockefeller might not be home, but Charles F. P. Riddell said he would remain on site. A post office letter incident sparked investigation and may lead to seeking addresses from Rockefeller mail.
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Glavis resigns from California conservation post
Glavis quits as secretary of the California Conservation Commission amid ongoing probe into the Finchar Baltinger controversy. Governor Johnson has reserved a decision on the case as the San Francisco report notes his resignation came yesterday and the record shows his career with the commission.
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Tie Up in London Taxicab Service Hits Cities
London, Jan. 1. An almost complete tie up of the taxi service exists as drivers strike after a vote. About 1,000 taxis idle in garages while a few run owned by individual drivers. All companies are affected though strikebreakers are named. Drivers say profits are impossible under current terms and prices have shifted from 1 to 1 3 pence for patrols.
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Bulgarian Threat to Resume War Stuns Balkan Peace Talks
In London the Balkan peace conference halted when Bulgarian minister M Madjaroff abruptly left for the Foreign Office after warning allies they would resume the war. He protested Ottoman delays, triggering a temporary adjournment as colleagues anticipated his return and continued talks.
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Festivities Mark San Francisco Groundbreaking Parade
In San Francisco Cal preparations for the Pacific International Exposition are underway with plans to bring 100000 people to the grounds. City military groups and 15060 school children will march, printers perform, a submarine will surface, and balloons will scatter 500 in prizes as part of the opening day's celebration.
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Alaska’s Great Mineral Output in 1912 Declines Report
Alaska's mines produced 21.85 million dollars in 1912 with gold totaling 16.65 million. Since mining began, the territory's mineral production reached about 229 million. The geological survey notes copper discoveries and new gold finds along with ongoing development work.
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Highland Park Beats Iowa 14 4 In Des Moines Showdown
Highland Park defeated the University of Iowa 14 to 4 thanks to a higher grade of basketball. Hunter and Wood starred for the Highlanders as they kept Iowa’s forwards from close range. Iowa plans to face Fort Baese tonight, then the M. C. A. team and later Siropson at Judianola.
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Oskaloosa Club Names Don McClure and Co G Mackin
Members of the Oskaloosa Commercial Club quarrel or speak about a meeting in Oskaloosa Iowa on January 1. The gathering focused on good roads and featured several representatives from local groups and a few figures named Don McClure and G Mackin amid noisy proceedings.
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America’s Newest Institution Opens Parcels Post
Reports from post offices nationwide show brisk early use of the parcels post as a new government service. Hitchcock inaugurated the system in Washington, delivering the first package to New York and plans to museum display, with heavy flows expected as stores and individuals begin shipping goods.
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Transfer of Robert Rice in Iowa Hoes leadership
Creston Iowa January 1 reports Robert Rice general superintendent of the Iowa Hoes of the Burlington is transferred to St Louis to oversee Missouri fines. He is succeeded in Iowa by J P Cummins now head of the Orumwy Wis viston.
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Governors to Meet for Dam Celebration Conference
Keokuk Iowa January 1 Governors elect from three states Clare Town Dunne of Blinds and Majors of Missouri have accepted an invitation to attend a conference conced ing the opening of the dam The conference will be held January 6
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Ismay Resigns From White Star Line Head Post
London Jan 1 An announcement states J Broce Ismay resigns from his position as head of the White Star Line. The move will take effect in June and follows long service with the company.
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Weather outlook Iowa turns cooler tonight and Thursday
The forecast for Iowa indicates generally fair weather tonight with a colder Thursday. Expect a drop in temperatures especially in the northwest portion as sunrise approaches and winds ease.
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