Petition for rehearing in Standard Oil case approved
Telegram received by District Attorney Edwin Srs from Attorney General Bonaparte approves the draft petition for a rehearing by the United States Supreme Court of appeal of the government case against the Standard Oil Company of Indiana. Assistant District Attorney James H. Wilkerson is in St Paul with Special Attorney Frank Kellogg to finalize petition details.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Edwin 8S
Bonaparte
Ue United States
Standard of Company of Indiana
James H. Wilkerson
St. Paul
Frank B Kellogg
Wall Street Upset as Bulls Fight Bears in Cotton Market
Amid the great excitement since the Sully year, bulls and bears clashed for speculative control of cotton. Blocks of 3,000 to 4,000 bales traded, Oct futures fell from 9.43 to about 9.00 cents, over $2 to $4.25 below prior highs, with dissension among bull leaders and Livermore brokers keeping some support. An estimated 150,000 bales were liquidated over two days.
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Associated Pre
New York
Wall Street
Livermore
IMPORT AMERICAN SLEUTHS
A large party of American mechanics arrived in Winnipeg to work in the Canadian Pacific Railway shops. They were placed in a private room in the train shed and will be sent to the shops in private cars. Detectives are being imported from the United States.
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Fress
Winnipeg
Man
Canadian Pacific Railway
United States
Harry Thaw Declared Bankrupt in Pittsburg Adjudication
In Pittsburg on August 12, Harry K. Thaw was formally adjudged a bankrupt at eleven o'clock by Referee W. R. Blair. The move surprised observers as August 21 had been set for adjudication by Commissioner William T. Osay. It is thought Receiver Roger O'Mara’s visit to Thaw in Poughkeepsie yesterday influenced today’s action.
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Associated Press
Pittsburg
Harry K. Thaw
W. R. Blair
Poughkeepsie
O'Mara
Edward and Joseph greet at Austrian port visit
King Edward arrived in Yacht Austria from Cronenberg for a visit with Emperor Francis Joseph. The two rulers exchanged ceremonial greetings at the station and rode to the Hotel Elizabeth where thirty rooms were reserved. The streets along the route were lined with veterans and flags.
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Associated Press
Austria
Edward
Cronenberg
Francis Joseph
England
Elizabeth
Youth Confesses to Vandalism of Masonic Temple
Fond du Lac Wisconsin August 12 A fifteen year old youth Harlow Ritchie confessed to Chief Folica Nolan and District Attorney Husting his part in the vandalism at the Masonic temple last April. The attackers cut plate glass windows and doors causing heavy damage and the Masonic Temple Association offered a $10 reward. Emmet Raidy named by Ritchie had left the state a week earlier. Fond du Lac also endured a cloudburst that night with 2.3 inches of rain observed.
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Fond du Lac
Wis
Masonic Temple
Harlow Ritchie
Folica
Nolan
Ritchie
Emmet Raidy
Masonic Temple Association
Razor tragedy at Corliss ends life of Albert Bess
Milwaukee special from Racine reports Albert Bess aged thirty five committed self inflicted death today at his Corliss home by nearly severing his head with a razor. He had been released from the county jail this morning after five days confinement on a charge of assaulting his wife and divorce papers on grounds of cruel and inhuman treatment were served prior to his departure. He appeared distressed and shortly after boarding the train he used the razor to cut his throat.
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Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Racine
Albert Bess
Corliss
Hess
Train Collision Splits Coal Car in Center Line Road
A Grand Trunk freight train collided with a Hoerper avenue plug line car at Center Line Road in Detroit Michigan at about two this afternoon. The impact split the car in two and reports vary on casualties with one account stating four men injured another claiming one killed and six injured.
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Associated Press
Detroit
Migh
Grand Trunk Railway
Center Fine Road
Gered
Japan Awaits Arrival of American Atlantic Fleet
Tokio reports a grand welcome planned for the American battleship squadron arriving October 17. Officials estimate a 500000 dollar souvenir program and emphasize strong naval ties, with Admiral Ito praising the fleet as a historic bridge between nations.
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Associated Press
Tokio
Navy Department
Japan
Viscount Ito
Staf
the Yalu
Eaid
Democratic primaries set for in counties statewide
Associated Press reports on August 12 in St Paul that Democratic primaries choose delegates to county conventions, which in turn pick state delegates. County conventions occur tonight with state convention in Minneapolis on August 14. no state office contests expected. Governor Johnson appears unlikely to seek a third term. gubernatorial nominee likely Congressman W. S. Hammond or Maj. J. G. Armson, with Hammond favored.
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Associated Press
St. Paul
Minn
Minneapolia
Johnson
W. S. Hammond
St. James
J. G. Armson
Stilwater
Auto Mishap Proves Fatal For Boston Millionaire
Providence, August 12. J Montgomery Sears, a Boston millionaire, died at Rhode Island Hospital from a skull fracture after a crash near Apponaught and Norwood. The car, traveling about sixty miles per hour, plunged over an embankment on a sharp curve.
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Associated
Providence
R. J
J. Montgomery Sears
Boston
Appenoug
Norwood
Rhode Island
Fire Threatens City and Auto Plant Blaze
In Parkersburg West Virginia Aug 12 a fire destroyed the Ice Plant and a lumber mill and threatens the lower city due to low water pressure. The Ohio River bridge is at risk as flames spread across the area. In Chicago Illinois Aug 12 a fire destroyed over fifty autos at 1710 1718 Indiana Avenue in a C C Cosy Co garage causing about 400 000 dollars in losses.
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Associated Press
Parkersburg
W. Va
Ohio River
Chicago
Indiana Avenue
C. C. Cosy & Co
Colonel Vilas Improves After Breakfast Report
Madison Wisconsin dispatch reports Colonel Vilas in improved condition after breakfast. Dr. Fox says the colonel, who had been listed as in failure earlier, now shows better general condition following a breakfast.
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Associated Prem
Madison,Vic
Vilas
Gia
Fox
Fins
New Zealand Welcomes Visiting Battleship Officers
The governor of New Zealand reports the visiting Meet fleet officers have behaved well during shore leave. Races at Eylersite, tours to Rotorua, and various entertainments marked the visit, with Admiral Sverry and 200 officers enjoying baths and geysers before returning to Auckland.
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Auckland
Eylersite
Sverry
Ward
Rotorua
North Island
Rall
Rains Ease Fernie Fire Threat After Heavy Rain
A Canadian report notes rain drenched Fernie and surrounding areas, quelling mountain fires. Donations from residents and outside companies reached about 75 thousand dollars with extensive supplies of provisions and tents. The Fernie district log remained active as rainfall cleared timbered mountains, reducing danger to towns.
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Winnipeg
Man
Ange
Fernis Ann
Fernie
Michel
Bryan Receives Democratic Nomination Notification
Lincoln Aug 14. The Democratic National Committee announces William J. Bryan as the party’s nominee for president. Bryan’s acceptance address stresses a government by the people with justice for all. He is escorted to the capitol grounds amid cheers as officials, Governor Sheldon and Mayor Brown attend the notification ceremony.
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Associated Press
Lincoln
Neb
Hua
Willon Jennings
Reminston
Bryan
Dincern
Une Streeia
Tinesin
Graunes
Blin
John Wlerg
Triana
Mr. Lryan
Mryon
Jenny D. Clayton
Alabama
Wee Democracy
Sheldon
F. W. Brown
Natonal
Crimdin JG. Muele
John B. Nugent
Dep Moin Ja
Clayton
Mr. Bryan
Katherine Monahan Weds John I Adwins of Chicago
The notice states Katherine Monahan youngest daughter of Frank Monahan marries John I Adwins of Chicago. The wedding lacked Ashkosh presence and arises amid a custody suit for her minor child Jack. Adwins is employed at McNen & Tweetis in Chicago and the couple resides at a Lawrence Avenue, Chicago.
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Katherine Monahan
Frank Monahen
John I Adwins
Chicago
Ashkosh
Miss Monahan
Charles Hellard
Bireuit
Sperry Receives Greetings from Queensland Governor
Admiral Sperry replies to a cable from Lord Chelmsford with thanks and expresses that America and Australasia share ideals of freedom and mutual interests. He notes the warm friendship and ongoing cooperation between the two states.
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New Zealand
Toothache Tragedy Claims Farmer’s Life Near Duluth
Duwth Minn August 12 Toothache caused the death of John L Smith a farmer yesterday afternoon He was walking toward Duluth to see a dentist holding his head in his hands to relieve the pain He did not hear the approach of a Great Northern train and was instantly killed.
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Associated Press
Duwth
Minn
John L. Smith
Duluth
Great Northern
Ex-Senator Mille Undergoes Surgery in Baltimore
Ex United States Senator Roger Q Mille of Texas arrived in Baltimore yesterday for a surgical operation. He was reported resting comfortably this morning with the operation possible today or tomorrow.
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Prem
Baltimore
United States
Roger Q. Mille
Texas
Mrs Webb Convicted in Hotel Check Defraud Case
Mrs Ace In Webb, formerly married to millionaire Duke Way, was found guilty of defrauding the Great Northern Hotel with a worthless check. A motion for a new trial was filed. if denied, sentencing follows. The court case drew a large crowd and Webb pleaded she acted under the influence of stimulants. The extreme penalty cited is a $2000 fine and up to one year in county jail, with bond set at $1000.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Mres
Ace
Webb
Hradie da Duke
Way
Sorthern Bhutel
Kersti
Bersli
Alfred BE. Case
Webb Way
Wright Triumphs in Le Mans Flight Display
Wilbur Wright of Dayton completes five circuits around the Le Mans field in a splendid aeroplane, clocking 66 25 seconds. Engineers and observers including M. Kapherer of Ville de Paris watch as the craft maintains altitude despite a ten mile hour wind, marking a notable demonstration of American aviation skill.
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Lemans
France
Wilbur Whent
Dayton
Aeropla
M. Kapherer
Ville de Paria
Aero Club
Department of the Barthe
Wright
Man Discharged After Bookmaking Charge Ruling
Charles Mahoney, manager of the Hoffman House rate, was discharged in New York after being acquitted of bookmaking. The Court of Special Sessions ruled that an individual betting on a horse for a friend is not a crime, following Justice Gaynor's decision.
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Renociated Press
New York
Charles Mahoney
Hoffman House Rate
Comtedy
Court of Special Sessions
Justice Gaynor
Fragments Hint at Local Weather and Schedule
A fragmented OCR segment hints at a weather forecast with cooler conditions tonight and Thursday. It mentions timing notes and a possible foreman fee but lacks clear names or locations.
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Dara Eng
Sie
Lanehang
Tima
Manitowoc Pioneer and Wisconsin Notables Die
Manitowoc and surrounding area mourns as long time city figure Wood dies after an operation at age eighty five. Plymouth and Holderness report the deaths of notable Wisconsin residents Spofferd and Wagner with details of their public service and origins. Gustav Adolf Ner, former Milwaukee and Chicago editor, dies at Linton Nebraska home.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Manitowseya
But‘Woon
Manitowoc
United States
Wood
A. Tt. Spoprford
Associated Press
Plymouth
N. II
Afnse Worth I. Spofferd
Congressional Liberty
Washington
Hborarlin
Shepard Hill Holderness
Spofferd
Gilmanton
N. HL
Wisconsin
Linton
Neb
Gustav Adolfner
Toincotn Freie Prease
Chicago
Rochester
Lumber Prices Expected to Drop Next Year
The Northern Pine Manufacturing Association met at the Westfield yesterday for its semi annual convention. Officers reported and members predicted lumber will be much cheaper next year than this year.
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Associated Presa
Minneapolla
Minn
Northern Pine Manufacturing Association
Minnesota
Michigan
Wistonsin
Iowa
West Holdl
Water flow cut and river levels in Menasha area
Water flow near Menasha is reduced to five percent of normal after regulatory action by the waterworks and a plan to curb flow for hydraulic power. The restriction affects the river level and power supply, with the same dam project considered to protect downstream users and the Menasha dam. Several local events and plans follow, including factory developments and social notices.
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Menasha
Comepany
Promal
Jon Olmas
Irreen Bay
Tebert Alsen
Menasha Dam
Jaddy Powatreet
Menash
Aldermin
Joseph Till
HOF. Held
St. Puy
Rmachine 14
Hydrivalis
Chietgo
Ulers
Weenai
Menasha Aerio of
Farlex
Waverly Beach
Frank Zencfski
Menominee
Mich
Reef Corna
J. P. Shepard Post
Plenia Ag
Jenne Collys
Neenah
Jennie Mitchel
Angio Woman's Retief Corns
May
A.W. Celting
Amelia Malin
Menars
George
Willian Heckner
Td Heckner
Colorado Springs
Colo
Mis
Grace Kern
Montello
Minnie Schick
Lavini
Bauer
Chicago
Menaulua
Tgs
Kingston Sinking Collision Sends 430 Passengers Aboard
The Kingston steamer from Thousand Islands to Toronto carrying 430 passengers collided with the Titania near Charlotte Harbor on Lake Ontario around 11 PM. A woman believed dead misses. wife of Captain Roxcoe of the Algona. Rescue efforts and inquiries follow as authorities assess the impact.
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Associated Press
Rochester
Kingston
Nenu
Ontario Navleatian Company
Titania
Charlotte Harbor
Lake Ontario
Misetag
Roxcoe
Algona
Charlotte
Toronto
Biteen Pesengers
Shall People Rule Defines Bryan Nomination Address
In Bat a Forerunner of Formal Acceptance Bryan accepts the Democratic presidential nomination amid pledges to uphold the platform. He argues the people must rule, critiques Republican reforms, and cites campaign finance openness and anti trust concerns. The address stresses unity with party principles and banners a call for lasting reforms.
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Lincgln
Neb
Fenry D. Clayton
Democratic Party
Willam Jennings
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Clayton
Tha
Carmel
Ant
Durine
Guallenge
Ods
Plitfarn
Quive
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Taft
Strom
Congress
Roosevelt
Republican Party
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