Queensboro Bridge payments raise questions of contractor fault
The City Club calls for a thorough probe into the Queensboro Bridge project after reports of a $10.9 million waste and alleged defective superstructure. The inquiry would examine contractor liability, city approval of plans, and whether excess payments beyond contract terms were made, jeopardizing taxpayers and the East River bridge program.
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Diamond Prices Up Spark Christmas Buying Alarm
The Jewelers' Circular reports European diamond centres raised prices on cut diamonds in the last three months while rough materials held steady. Unemployment in the European diamond cutting trade fell from 5,500 idle workers in spring and summer to about 353 by November, with polished goods up over 15 percent and likely to rise further. In New York half of cutters are employed as demand for skilled labor grows. importations of precious stones remain large with November figures showing substantial activity compared with 1907.
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Death by own action follows flight in mystery
A Pittsburgh detective agency circulated 20000 posters nationwide seeking Mrs. William A. Stone, wife of a coal man, missing after Emory Martin vanished from Hopewood. A $2500 reward was posted for captures. One death occurred when Mrs. Charlotte J. Inglis, Stone’s mother, poisoned herself after learning of her daughter's flight.
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Physician Kills Rival in Hazlehurst Office Near Boisterous Conduct
Dr. A B Pitts was shot and killed in his Hazlehurst Mississippi office by rival Dr. T B Birdsong after a dispute over conduct and tenants in the building. Birdsong, who fired several shots, was arrested for murder. Birdsong is connected to Dr J S Birdsong. his wife Angie Birdsong once killed Dr Thomas Butler, was convicted but pardoned by Governor Vardaman.
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Picture of Chauncey Olcott sparks Italian bride suit
A Milan to Boston court tale ends with Ermerinda Russo suing Luigi Immarino after traveling from Italy to wed him from a photo of Chauncey Olcott. She rejected Immarino upon meeting him and won 5000 dollars in damages for emotional distress and reputation injuries.
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Derrick accident at Auburn plant triggers boiler drum collapse
The kick of a derrick at the Light Heat and Power plant sent a ten ton boiler drum through the roof of the main steam feed. The explosion tore a large gap in the wall. Workmen escaped injury as timbers fell. The city, heated by steam, faced widespread temporary shelters as thousands lost heat.
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Beal Street fight leaves three killed in Memphis
Three negroes are reported dead and two wounded after a late night clash with white men on Beal street near De Soto in Memphis. Shots fired. police reserves rushed to the scene to prevent further bloodshed.
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West Point Lighthouse Damaged by Fire at Gees Point
A fire partly destroyed the West Point light house on Gees Point opposite Constitution Island. The bell tower burned to the ground while the lighthouse tower was saved only after a bucket brigade from the river fought the flames.
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Press Club offers Bryan presidency at Minnesota
The University Press Club launched a campaign to nominate W. J. Bryan for the Minnesota presidency if Cyrus Northrop cannot be induced to withdraw his resignation. The resolution is signed by all club members.
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Banks tied to Fidelity Funding collapse lead president to push prosecutions
Eight local banks and trust companies hold over 1.25 million in Fidelity Funding paper tied to P J Keiran, with total secured notes exceeding 2 million. Carnegie Trust Company faced empty safes amid demands for more collateral while St Mary's Academy Nauvoo waters and rail project drew scrutiny. Keiran's methods involved blank notes from churches and schools. diocese heads reportedly authorized loans. Keiran’s scheme under review as auditors found good condition recently. President aims to prosecute those who spread criminal libel about Panama Canal purchase and related dealings.
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Million-dollar Pittsburg Keiran affair linked to Fidelity Funding
Pittsburg figures the Keiran scheme tied to Fidelity Funding Company of New York involve at least 1 million and possibly 1.9 million across the district. Attorney Wakefield reports statements by Receiver Gilroy. Emissaries pressed for compromise at the Duquesne Club while Chicago bishops and New York dignitaries were named in the discussions. Edward Duff recalls warnings by a former Fidelity director.
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Priest Denies Keiran Fidelity Funding Was Church Affair
Cleveland December 10 Father William McMahon editor of The Catholic Universe says an editorial in his paper will note that Leslie M Shaw as Carnegie Trust president lent P J Keiran 500000 to be repaid. He adds that the church alone is not liable and that each church or institution must settle its own claims.
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Cromwell Denies Panama Canal Charges in Publication Reply
William Nelson Cromwell asserts in a detailed statement that Roosevelt's charge of selling Panama Canal interests to the United States is false. He cites testimony before the Senate in 1906 and maintains he did not profit and that funds were handled by banks and liquidators, not himself. He also condemns the Indianapolis News and The World for misrepresentation and stresses the public record supports his position.
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Morgan Says Bearish Stance Will Lead to Ruin
At the Chicago Club, J Pierpont Morgan recalls his father’s warning that “any man who is a bear on the future of this country will go broke.” He credits hard work and faith in America’s growth, though reporters were stonewalled. His friends note the speech at the Commercial Club dinner lacked that sentiment.
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Big Leases Recorded In City Property Transactions
Two leases totaling about 1 240 900 in rent were made public yesterday and a third lease totaling about 1 000 000 in rent was disclosed. The Central Railroad of New Jersey leased Pier 3 North River from Cortlandt Irving and others for twenty years at 55 000 annually for ferry and freight use. August Zimmermann leased multiple properties on West Street and Chambers Street from Francis H Ruhe for ten years at 140 000 aggregate. Frederick Southack and Alwin Ball leased to G Sidenberg Co the building at Fifth Avenue and Fifth Street for about 1 000 000 in rent over a long term.
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Thar She Blows Whaling Drama At Amagansett Shore
A thirty foot whale was brought ashore at Amagansett near the lifesaving station after a long chase by Captain Gabe and Josh Edwards. The whale surfaced near the beach, the village signaled, boats were launched, and a lance ended the pursuit as the leviathan sank into the sea.
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Rhode Island Constitution Attacked by Governor Higgins
Governor James H. Higgins of Rhode Island denounced his state's constitution as un-American and failing civil rights protections. He condemned local bribery and graft, criticized proportional representation, and labeled General Brayton as the corrupt face of political absolutism. Higgins is a Democrat.
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Richmond Judge Bars Debut Jewels For Buck Daughter
In Richmond on December 10 Judge Samuel B. Witt of the Hastings Court granted permission restricting Mrs Sue Williams Buck's daughter from using stolen jewels at her December 18 debut. The $15,000 jewels were taken on a New York to Richmond train and found by Samuel B Tucker who confessed. Tucker was on police court trial and the case was remanded to the Hastings Court with a December 18 trial date set. jewels turned over to the higher court clerk. Mrs Buck asked to use the jewels for the debut. the court will decide later.
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Gates Acquires 101 Ranch Title for $2 Million Circus Plan
Pittsburg and Chicago capitalists led by John W Gates have secured title to the 101 Ranch property in Guthrie Oklahoma, site of Roosevelt hunting exploits, including the Miller brothers 191 Ranch Circus property. Gates envisions a $2,000,000 circus venture on the tract.
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Bryan party returns to Galveston after hunt
William J. Bryan and his party came back to Galveston from Lake Surprise after several days of hunting. A reported arrest yesterday for a violation of the game laws was denied by officials.
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Tariff Revision Seen As Thorough and Unified
Washington reports depict a cordial meeting between the President-elect and Speaker Cannon as they map a strong path toward an honest and thorough tariff revision. Taft emphasizes presidential veto power if needed, while Cannon presents a hard Illinois platform backing tariff reform and unity within the party. A planned Ways and Means session and evidence gathering under oath aim to secure a sweeping, well-supported bill.
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