Funeral train delivers Reed to his home in Portland
The body of Thomas Brackett Reed former Speaker of the House was sent from Washington to Portland Maine for burial on Tuesday. A special train carried Mrs Reed Miss Catherine Reed and other officials. President Roosevelt and many officials paid respects at the Arlington Hotel briefly.
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Funeral of Thomas Brackett Reed Follows Long Illness
Details of the late Thomas Brackett Reed include floral offerings from his widow and Mrs. Roosevelt. Notables such as Senator Lodge Justice McKenna General Draper and Representatives Hitt and Littlefield attended a special train to Portland for services at the First Parish Unitarian Church with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
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Joseph W. Symonds
John C. Small
Mr. Reed
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John Carroll Perkins
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J. M. Carson
Major Carson
Reed
Royal Commission to Study Municipal Trading in Britain
Premier Balfour to appoint a royal commission to examine municipal trading as several towns seek power to run electrical systems. The move aims to curb overreach, shield rate payers, and depoliticize inquiry amid diplomatic and labor developments in Europe.
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Union Steel Company to raise 75 million financing
Pittsburg dispatch reports the Union Steel Company plans a 75 million financing including a 25 million bond issue and 50 million in stock. About 18 million in bonds and 33 million in stock will be issued immediately. Funds will redeem Sharon Steel Company bonds, with further plans for a 25 million railroad financing and possible acquisitions, as audits proceed to year end.
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Elk Creek Harbor
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Donora
Connellsville Coke Fields
Steamer Tartar Prince Burned at Sea Near Canary Islands
The steel screw steamer Tartar Prince of 23% tons gross, sailing from New York to Port Natal, burned completely on November 25. The crew and passengers were saved by the Argyll and later taken to Southampton and Algoa Bay. Built 18% by Prince Line Newcastle, the ship carried electricity and six watertight compartments. The quick way to Chicago ad promotes the Pennsylvania Special.
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Mascagni Guards and Strikes Mark New York Visit
Italian composer Pietro Mascagni arrived with his company amid police protection after Boston violence fears. In New York the Herald Square show featured guards, a walk down Fifth Avenue, a backstage pay dispute, and a late start as musicians struck for back pay and the night’s wages.
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No. 1
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Christopherst
Thomas Nast Dies in Guayaquil Yellow Fever Death
Consul General Thomas Nast died in Guayaquil at noon after three days of illness from yellow fever. He was buried in the cemetery with a funeral attended by the Governor and consular corps. Nast, born 1810 in Landau Bavaria, rose as a leading political cartoonist before serving in Guayaquil.
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Nust
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Georgia
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Deaf Ear to Mascagni Inundates Rome Telegrams
Rome reports fresh telegrams from Signor Mascagni on American misfortunes. The Italian Consul at Boston shows aid to Mascagni involved a consulate lawyer whom he later suspected. The Italian Government refused intercession, noting no American law violation proved. The message includes a note about a California arrival of a travel ad.
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Colonel Lynch Struck by Sudden Aphasia in Bronx
White haired Colonel Thomas Lynch a former commander of the 69th Regiment is found wandering and unable to name his address after a sudden aphasia attack on East 162nd Street. He recalls his home across the street at No 175 and drinks water at the scene. A local police officer and Dr Radin from Lebanon Hospital assist as his condition is evaluated.
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Belmont and Whitney Heirloom Thefts Shake Yorkville
Victor Bloom nineteen was arraigned in Yorkville Court on charges of robbing Belmont of clothing and silverware and Whitney of a watch and pin. Detectives McMullen and Heaney say Bloom, a former Belmont butler, fled after leaving a trunk with jewels and wearing apparel at Anderson storage. The case includes a forged 2800 check signed Cornelius Vanderbilt and ties to Payne Whitney. Bloom remained in custody for further proceedings.
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Heany
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Friends push to reinstate General Smith to duty
Washington reports growing efforts by General Smiths supporters to have President Roosevelt appoint him to the next brigadier general vacancy with a path to vindication. Ohio leaders Senators Hanna and Foraker back the push as Grand Army sentiment favors reinstatement amid Philippine policy debates.
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Philippines
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Ohio
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Foraker
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Senate
Franchises and politics swirl as aldermen push tunnel vote
Borough leaders and political factions edge toward approving the Pennsylvania tunnel franchise. Reports say a railroad committee meeting may yield a majority recommendation with at least six of nine members favoring the grant. Key figures include Aldermen Diemer Downing and McCall Water, and Queens President Joseph Cassidy, amid Tammany Hall maneuvering and potential support shifts.
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Reed Anecdotes and a House in Bedlam Over Quorum
The piece recounts Thomas Brackett Reed s sharp debating quips and stern style that impressed allies and unsettled foes. It recalls his clash with Congressman Springer and the dramatic moment when Reed quoted The Congressional Record to win the room. The passage also notes minority fury over Reed s quorum counts and a dramatic bedlam in the House as rules and power battles persisted. A brief rail advertisement for California round trip tickets ends the excerpt.
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