Monetary Commission Presses Banking Reform On Congress
Washington, Dec 1. The nine member monetary commission urges amendments to the national banking law in the coming short session. It seeks civil service hiring for bank examiners, tighter controls on officer loans, and new safeguards to protect depositors and prevent fraud. The panel questions exams, liability rules, and disclosure practices as it probes defects and potential remedies.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Monetary Commission
House of Congress
United States
Washington
Commission
National Banking Association
Treasury
National Bankers
H. C. Stevens
Madame Steinheil Questioned Over Husband's Death
Madame Steinheil faced a lengthy interrogation by Magistrate Andre at the palace of justice in Paris. The process, begun at daylight with the suspect moved from St. Lazare in a closed van, will continue for two days to determine if a reconstruction of the May crime is necessary. The session was conducted under strict secrecy with a gruelling cross examination.
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Associated Press
Paris
Madame Steinheil
Andre
Palace of Justice
Mme. Steinhell
St. Lazare
Lawyer Threat Looms in Extradition Case Hearing
A postponement delays until next Monday a contempt hearing for Martin Jurow, a defense witness in the Christian Rudowicz extradition case. An anonymous Italian anarchist letter threatening Attorney Rigby was read, and an extra secret service detail guarded the court. The letter, postmarked Pittsburgh, called Rigby a czar’s bloody servant and included daggers and revolvers.
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Associated Press
Chicago
United States
Bethea
Martin Jurow
Christian Rudowicz
Jurow
Russia
Attorney Rigby
Secret Service
Rigby
Ietter
Pittaburg
L. V
Hingarole
Stuart
Pittsburg
Near-Beer Saloon Case Dismissed on Technical Grounds
In Atlanta Georgia W L Bridwell a near beer dealer was discharged from custody in superior court. The case questioned whether selling near beer with two percent alcohol violated state prohibition laws. The criminal court verdict was overturned by the superior court for not being read in open court.
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Associated Press
Atlanta
W. L. Bridwell
Bridwell
Iowa
Opeh
Strained ties emerge in Pitteborg dispute
In Pitteborg Pennsylvania tensions rise as officials report a growing rift over a local matter. Authorities describe the situation as unsettled though not developing into open conflict. No arrests are reported and the public is advised to monitor further official statements.
Archbold Testimony Focuses on Standard Oil Ties
The cross examination of John D. Archbold centers on his official role in Standard Oil and its subsidiaries, touching Manhattan Oil, General Industrial Syndicate, and Anglo American ties. He admits limited knowledge, resists details, and highlights competitive pressures as the trial unfolds.
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Associated Press
New York
John D. Archbold
Standard Oil Company
New Jersey Company
Archbold
Standard
General
Manhattan Oil Company
People's Gag Light and Coke Company
Chicago
Brady
People's Gas Light
Mr. Archbold
Manhattan
People's Gas Company
James McDonald
England
Anglo- American Company
Archhold
Anglo-American Company
McDonald
Anglo Come Pany
Man Skips Drowning by Rescued in Neenah Canal
Dan Brown a well known Neenah man narrowly escaped death last evening when he walked into a canal in darkness and was pulled to safety by Edward Crutchfield from the same Kimberly Clark area. Brown, shaken, returned home and resumed work. The town also reports a small cerebral meningitis outbreak with six Erdmann children ill, monitored to prevent wider spread. Nearby stores announce later Christmas sales to begin December 7 to boost holiday trade as U. P. members are described as strong.
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Wis
Dan Brown
Brown
Kimberly- Clark Company
Nee« Hah Paper Company
Edward Crutchfield
Crutchfield
Tony
Vinland
Otto
Gustave Erdmann
Labor Leader Chosen for Federal Crime Migration Post
Matel J. Keefe of Detroit was appointed commissioner general crime migration to succeed Frank P. Sargent. Keefe, president of the International Longshoremen’s Union, takes the post amid ongoing labor and immigration discussions in Washington.
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Asqneittal Press
Washington, D. C
Matel J. Keefe
Detroit
Mich
Crime Nigration
Tldate Frank P. Sargent
Welfe
International Long Stappements Unun
Police Chief Higgy in San Francisco Missing After Drowning
Chief Higgy, head of the San Francisco police, drowned last night in the bay during a patrol return trip. Engineer William Murphy and the others aboard could not revive him. searchers scoured the bay overnight but found no trace. Higgy, appointed in 1907, faced graft prosecutions and internal dissension, has a surviving second wife and a daughter.
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Algocletel Press
San Francisco
Cal
Wiliam J. Wines
Isigey
Belvidere
William Murphy
Murphys
Rigas
Utp
Dollies Conmissioner
Lel
Conmmissiu Our Itayaa Neury
Murphy
Hind
Perth
Higgy
Major Taylor
Diggy
Atate
Ater
Ellsor
Dhuarge
Abraham Ruel
Statt
Morris Iman
F. J. Wenay
Miger
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Biggy
Duke
Telace
Burns
Haas
Thomas Burke
Desperadoes Hold Up Car on Third Avenue Line
Four armed robbers halted a crowded street car on Third Avenue at dusk and robbed the conductor and passengers of purses watches and other valuables. The assailants fled after blocking the exit as screams terrified riders and some escaped into a nearby side street.
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Associated Prest
New York
Flower Third Avenue
Third Street
Trouston Street
Rebating Charge Under Investigation Affects Milwaukee Road
A rebating charge is the subject of an ongoing investigation involving the Milwaukee Road. Officials say the inquiry focuses on improper discounts or kickbacks tied to freight rates and contract practices. The probe seeks to determine if illicit rebates violated rail regulations and competition rules.
Two Die by Poison in Memphis Hotel Mystery
A woman and a seven year old girl died from carbolic acid poisoning in a Memphis hotel room. The mother registered as Mrs Schinltt of Fat Springs Arkansas and left jewels and an insurance policy among her effects. Chicago man Nicholas Errington said his wife Theresa had been ill and may have taken her life from despondency.
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Associated Press
Memphis
Tenn
JYUE
WSYP
Errengta
Schiller Street
Chicago
Moenge
Errington
Mem‘phis
Ag Police
Mystery murder trial in Omaha unfolds with six key witnesses
Omaha December 1 jurors seated for the Charles E. Doyle murder case against Dr. Miedertett Austin. County Attorney English outlines the court’s case detailing the death by Davis plan and witness testimony from Mrs. Abbin Riem and others as the trial opens. Court adjourns until 2:40 PM with jurors in place.
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Omaha
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Charles E. Doyle
Miedertett Austin
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Water Company
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George JD. Evans
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Charles Fr. Tavis
Judea Snurs
Civil service rule for fourth class postmasters
The president ordered fourth class postmasters in states east of the Mississippi and north of the Ohio to enter civil service. Beginning now all new appointees in those states must pass civil service examinations. Incumbent postmasters are exempt. Applies to Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Michigan Wisconsin.
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Ohio River
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New Hampshire
Vermont
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Rhode Ialand
Connecticut
New York
New Jersey
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Ohio
Indiana
Witness
Wisconsin
Michigan
Minols Steel Reopens Open Hearth Plant in South Chicago
After thirteen months idle, the open hearth department of the Minols Steel plant at South Chicago reopened and 1,000 men resumed work. Preparations begin to reopen five other blast furnaces.
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Associated Preas
Icago
Minols Steel Company
South
Chicago
Roosevelt to Reappoint Crum as Revenue Collector
Washington December 1 President Roosevelt plans to reappoint W D Crum as revenue collector for the district his term expires this month Hooker T Washington allegedly urged the renewal of Crum’s post as the Associated Press report notes unclear handwriting and errors in the original dispatch.
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Washington, D.C
Roosevelt
W. D. Crum
Agro
Rission
B.C
Hooker T. Washington
Meeting Not So Large For Wisconsin Lumbermen
Milwaukee dispatch reports Eau Claire says the lumberman and land owners meeting will be smaller than the first. State Forester Griffith is expected and the committee report will be presented. Arrangements will be made for representation at the state committee meeting in Madison.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Eau Claire
Griffith
Madison
Satterlee Accepts Post As Assistant Secretary of Navy
Herbert L. Satterlee of New York accepts the offered post as assistant secretary of the navy to succeed Truman J. Newberry who has become head of the department. Newberry was sworn in and attended the cabinet meeting. Metcalf accompanied him to the White House for the formal presentation to the president.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Herbert L. Satterlee
New York
Navy
Truman J. Newberry
Hie
Newberry
White House
Metcalf
Cruiser at Port au Prince
The American cruiser Des Moines arrived in Port au Prince as tensions rise over a revolution. Foreboding patrols and gunfire threats filled the city while Gen. Bion reportedly gathered 6,000 troops at Pett Goave. Officials weighed defense plans as rival factions and a potential coup swirl around the government.
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Dec
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Genteri Bion
Pett Goave
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Norning
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Deut Goave
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Chamber of Deputies
Vrealdint
Alexis Iu
Turenno Jran
Gilles
Death calls Omro resident Mrs Bunker in village
Mrs Francis Bunker of Omro died at her home in the village at five this Monday morning born in Cambridge Maine in 1820 she moved with her husband to Wisconsin and lived on farms in Waukesha County then Wanakau before settling in Omro She was a Baptist church worker and mother of S Leighton and Charles Frederick and Frank Bunker all living except Mrs Leighton who died recently A house fire later damaged the family home causing about 1200 in losses.
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Francis Bunker
Mre Hunker
Cambridge
Shuah Sam
Frenciy Bunker
Bin
Wisconsin
Waukesha
Wankau
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Finner Treace
Earune
Postmaster Owen Vindicated By Grand Jury
Milwaukee December 1 Postmaster David C Owen is fully vindicated by a federal grand jury which found the charges brought by James F B Gaffney former assistant cashier at the post office to be groundless and without merit The panel ruled unanimously that Owen administered his office faithfully and with honesty and noted that while office practices existed they served the service well
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Milwaukee
Wis
David C. Owen
James FB. Gaffney
Federal Grand Jury
Prospects Fade or Rise for Balkan Accord in Vienna
Vienna reports clearer atmosphere as talks toward an international congress to settle Balkan issues gain favor between Russia and Austria-Hungary. Count Palladini is noted as favoring diplomatic effort, with authorities suggesting a more hopeful tone in Vienna.
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Associa Press
Vienna
Russia
Austria-Hungary
Balkan
Palladcini
TurxPeine Foote Bane
Cold Wave Sweeps U S and Canada with Record Lows
A severe cold snap grips the Midwest and Canada with winds up to 60 mph. Temperatures fall from above freezing to subzero levels, with Batteford and Devil's Lake reporting the coldest readings. One man is found frozen near Esterhazy, Sask, as the blast continues across the region.
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Devil's Lake
North Dakota
Duluth
Minn
Kelena
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Winnipeg
Man
Canada
Robert Macs
Wisconsin Prohibits Livestock Imports From Four States
Governor Davidson issued a proclamation barring importation into Wisconsin of cattle swine and sheep from Michigan New York Pennsylvania and Maryland except under state veterinarian controlled restrictions.
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Madison
Wis
Dee
Davidson
Michigan
New York
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Ay Nike
Balkan Situation Debated In Deputies Chamber
The Balkan situation was debated in the chamber of deputies. A speech by Signor Pastinato received enthusiasm as Siguor Fualate moved for cabinet confidence. He linked Turkish constitutional reform to peace in the Near East. Foreign Minister Tritonal will speak Friday ahead of a vote on Signor Fusstenato's motion.
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Dee
Tha i Balkans
Chamber of Deputies
Slenor Pastnate
Siguor Fualate
Turkey
Near East
Tritonal
Fusse
NATO
American minister secures relief for Wateree at Arica
John Hicks, the American minister to Chile, arrived in Wainarateo from the provinces of Tacha and Arica. He retrieved relief for the American steamer Wateree, ashore after the August 1868 earthquake, and will ship it to the Navy Department in Washington.
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Associated Press
Wainarateo
John Hicks
Chile
Tacha
Arica
Navy Department
Washington
Mrs Coates Dies in Chicago at 43
Mary Jane Coates wife of John L Coates died yesterday at the Hyde Park hotel of myocarditis at age forty three. She was formerly Mary Jane Pugh of Racine Wisconsin and Mr Coates formerly owned the Coates house in Kansas City.
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Chicago
Mary Jane Coates
John L. Coates
Hyde Park Hotel
Coates
Mary Jane Pugh
Racine
Wrs
Kansas City
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