San Francisco graft cases target Ruef and Schmitz
Evidence collected by Heney Burns Langdon points to wide scale graft in San Francisco city government. Indictments planned for Mayor Schmitz Abe Ruef and numerous supervisors over a $700000 trolley franchise and related schemes affecting liquor dealers theaters and contractors. Confessions allege $72,000 among 18 supervisors distributed by Ruef.
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Moody for Supreme Bench
Unofficial advices indicate President will nominate Attorney General William H. Moody of Massachusetts to the vacancy created by the retirement of Associate Justice Henry B. Brown. Moody’s confirmation is expected at the next session, with seating likely around January 1.
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Demand Eight Hour Day Prompts Railroad Talks
Chicago Oct. 26 The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen on behalf of the Switchmen today presented demands to all railroads entering Chicago for an eight hour day. The action follows the Switchmen’s union move that previously blocked similar requests. The railroads will face the nearly unified strength of the Switchmen’s union, the broadest railroad push in years.
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Missionary Association Finance in Oberlin Meeting
The sixtieth annual meeting of the American Missionary Association opened in Oberlin Ohio. The treasurer reported total receipts for the year of 423627 dollars, debt reduced from 89254 to 67912, Daniel Hand Educational Fund for colored people yielded 71413, reserve legacy accounts show 65723 for 1906 seven and 38672 for 1907 8.
Mayor Bans Further Production of The Clansman
Philadelphia residents react as Mayor Weaver issues order prohibiting further production of the drama The Clansman after a large nighttime demonstration by several thousand Black citizens at the theater.
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Opening of Walker Lake Reservation Sparks Stampede
Thousands converge near Thorne Nevada as mining claim seekers prepare to rush the Walker Lake Indian Reservation. Federal official calls for a 30 day postponement to ensure orderly opening under government supervision.
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Gold Rush and Shootings Reported Near Spe cimeng Lake
The rush concentrates on Dutchman Willow Rose and Cat Creeks feeding Spe cimeng in the southwest lake area. Claims show gold with dry beds or flowing streams. Several shooting affrays occur mainly over drunk disputes and horse theft, with pistols drawn to stop riders.
New Engines for Northern Pacific
Northern Pacific officials say they will add 12 to 16 new engines to the Pacific division within 30 days to relieve a persistent car shortage. Superintendent Albee notes engines have been ordered for some time and that the company is doing all possible to handle business amid ongoing delays.
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Proposals for Philippine election law by Provincial Governors
Manila October 29. Governors propose direct election of provincial governors and assembly delegates with wide suffrage. Voter qualification includes the ability to read and write the local dialect plus Spanish and English. Law envisions choosing the assembly on the first of the year.
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Roosevelt praised as Japanese pleased by U S action
The United States policy calmed Japanese public anger over the San Francisco school incident and boosted confidence in President Roosevelt. The Japanese show no signs of boycotting American goods as yet.
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Senator Raynor on Japanese exclusion in schools
Baltimore, Oct. 29. Senator Isador Raynor said the federal government has no right to interfere with San Francisco school policy excluding Japanese, arguing the issue is a state and city matter outside National scope.
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Heavy snowstorm cripples western region with extensive losses
A deep snow and blizzard spread from Wyoming to New Mexico causing heavy livestock and fruit losses. Wires, trains, and schedules were disrupted while Colorado and adjacent areas reported 16 to 30 inches of snow and winter temperatures around 15 degrees above zero in Colorado Springs.
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Wisconsin remits taxes amid surplus for state funds
The Wisconsin state board of assessors remitted all taxes except the school tax, now halved to one half mill. With over 2.5 million expected from this year’s taxes, Treasurer Kemp and Governor Davidson ruled the move, noting railroads pay the bulk. The remitted amount totals 1 818 235 dollars, funded from the general state budget. The school tax of 643 680 dollars was returned to support public schools.
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Train connections via Southern Pacific extend to Newport and Breitenbush
The notice details train connections at Albany and Corvallis with Southern Pacific Company trains to Detroit and direct services to Newport and nearby areas. It names J. C. Mayo as General Passenger Agent and B. H. Boles as Albany agent for further information.
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Relief Fund for Winter Washington Santa Fe Relief
Relief fund details for San Francisco relief work show approved estimates cut from 6 million to about 5.3 million with most money in hand. The San Francisco committee has 2,382,000 pledged and 900,000 unsubscribed, while the Red Cross holds just over 2.6 million.
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Blizzard Reaches Kansas In Western Kansas Snowbound Travel
Colorado snow storm moves east into Ellis Kansas with four inches to a foot of snow on the ground. Passengers report heavy drifting and a belated east bound train arriving this morning. temperatures remain moderate despite the worsening blizzard conditions between Ellis and Denver.
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Blizzard coats Texas with ice and snow
A Texas plains storm brings 60 mph winds and blinding sleet with ice covering grass. Cattle remain in good condition and losses are not heavy. Across Dallas the weather shifts from 70s to a midnight drop as a blizzard rages.
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