American Soldier Dies in Panama Riot Sparks Crisis Fear
Reports from Panama on July 5 confirm a deadly clash between Panama police and U S marines during Fourth of July celebrations. One U S soldier, RE W Davis, died. eight others wounded including two marines and civilians. The U S legation and Maj Gen Wood seek full incident report amid fears of a political crisis tied to recent elections and Panama’s ruling party.
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RE. W. Davis
Tenth Infantry Regiment
Anscon Hospital
United States
Tenth Infantry
Red Light
Porras
Arosomena Party
Tang-Shao-Ni escapes would-be assassin in Tientsin
Tang-Shao-Ni former Chinese premier eludes an attempted assassination in Tientsin and remains temporarily safe on shore while a suspected attacker, Wang-Cheng-Hsiang, boards a ship bound for Shanghai. Tang and family slip away unseen as steamer sails.
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Associated Press
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Shanghai
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Ching-Chun
Wang-Cheng-Hsiang
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Swedish riflemen sweep medals at Stockholm games
Swedish shooters win all three medals in the miniature rifle event at the Olympic Games in Stockholm. Lieutenant Jarl Berg scores 42 with 25 shots to take gold, Lieutenant Halst earns silver with 232, and Engineer Erickson takes bronze with 22. A British competitor places fourth. Seven nations enter, including the United States. In tennis, Winslow of South Africa defeats fellow South African Kitson three sets to one in the outdoors final.
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Stockholm
Jarl Berg
Halst
Erickson
United States
Winslow
South Africa
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Baptist Young People Convention opens sessions in Toledo
Seven hundred Baptists from the United States and Canada attend the second day of the International B Y P U convention in Toledo Ohio. The talks focus on the split between progressive and conservative education workers with plans to convert conservative unions into progressive, stronger bodies. Kilinote leads a larger delegation seeking the 1813 international convention at Friday's session.
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Canada
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Bringing Back the Bacon to Lee Vegas Johnson heads to Chicago
Jack Johnson, unscathed from the Flynn bout and carrying a $31,000 check from Jack Curley, heads toward Chicago with his wife and camp. He did not outline future plans but hinted at possibly fighting Sam Langford in Australia.
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N. M
Jim Flynn
Jack Curley
Jack Johnson
Chicago
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Ikely
Zenier Forfeits His Bond in Municipal Court
Appeton July 5 Zenier, a fugitive from justice, forfeits his 2000 bond signed by H G Freeman George Baldwin and Arthur Shattuck after failing to appear for a municipal court hearing. District Attorney Rooney says he would be brought back if located. Attorney Spencer notes evidence against Zenier on a statutory charge involving several boys. Zenier reportedly headed toward South America.
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Northwestern
Appeton
Alex Zenier
H. G. Freeman
George Baldwin
Arthur Shattuck
Neenah
Zenier
A. M. Spencer
South America
Rooney
Home Folks Greet Bryan at Lincoln Station
Associated Press reports at Lincoln July 6 William Jennings Bryan arrived with Governor Aldrich leading a reception committee. He spoke from a royal hotel seat after a public procession and discussed Baltimore, Chicago, and the 1908 progressive nomination debate with Mrs. Bryan present.
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Thaw insanity hearing resumes with expert testimony
Carlos MacDeuil, a former NY state summer commission member, resumed testimony before Justice Keogh as Thaw seeks to prove his sanity. Dr MacDonald described Thaw’s statements as delusional and involving fixation on institutions and legal restraints.
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Hill resigns as Northeastern Pacific president
New York July 5 James N Hill son of J J Hill and vice president of the Northe Pacific railway retires from the presidency today He will be succeeded by Col William P ougin who is identified with the railway as a director executive committee member and legal adviser It is understood the retirement follows a decision to take a prolonged vacation in rope It is denied the Hill family plans to withdraw or lessen its interest in railway business
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New York
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Northe Pacific U Railway
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Northern Parific Railway
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Wilson
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Robert SS. Hidsperk
North Carolina
New Jersey
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Democratic State Committee of New Jerees
Foremer
United States
Power House Disabled by Storm in Eau Claire
A severe storm knocked down about twenty poles and transmission wires from the Chippewa Valley Railway Light Power company, leaving Eau Claire without electric power. Local street cars and the Eau Claire Chippewa Falls interurban service were halted. Heavy rain persisted for hours but benefited crops.
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Chicago Heat Waves Prompt Prostrations Across City
Chicago endures continued hot weather with temperatures near eighty nine degrees. Several people collapsed from heat but police report no fatalities. Board of Trade members wear coatless as a concession approved by the revenue committee after years of discussion.
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Wilson undecided on next move amid nomination talks
Chicago July 11 local despatches report Presidenti al candidate Wilson still undecided on his plan for the nominating committee. The governor says he weighs arguments before writing his decision, while McAdoo and other Democratic figures seek favor for committee roles and Baltimore fate.
Two English Airmen Die in Training Crash
At Salisbury Plain England on July 6 two English airmen Captain E B Loraine and Sergeant Major Wilton were killed when their aircraft lost control during early morning practice over the encampment. The plane fell to the roadway from about 400 feet. Wilton was killed instantly while Loraine died later after being removed from the wreck.
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Army Lying Corps
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Loraine
Roosevelt Sees Trusts Aim and Free Trade Risk
In remarks from Oyster Bay and quotes relayed by Associated Press, Theodore Roosevelt argues anti trust enforcement should be strong but warns overreaction could hurt cooperatives and farmers. He contends free trade would devastate domestic industries, urges national oversight, and critiques both major parties for campaign rhetoric on the Sherman Act. Missouri Governor Hadley says no third party is forming and the Missouri GOP remains progressive.
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Republican Party
Missouri
Educators Gather in Chicago for National Education Meet
About 14 000 educators from colleges and universities nationwide attend the fiftieth annual convention of the National Education Association in Chicago starting July 5. The gathering features hundreds of speakers and seventeen departments with meetings to follow the general session.
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National Education Ascoriation
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Olympiad Arrangements Attract European Attention
Stockholm July 6 Stechkalar reports no new standard changes for Olympiad arrangements. The stadiums boast luxurious facilities, and the opening ceremony features a royal presence with Crown Prince and a keynote address from the honorary head of the Olympic committee. A sermon and hymn follow the address as athletes from many nations participate amid hot, favorable conditions for American competitors.
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Europe
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Thezentre
Flood Strikes North Dakota River Basin
A flood described as sweeping and severe hit North Dakota with extensive damage along the main canal system. Residents reported boats rescuing stranded farmers and their families as the river rose rapidly. Officials fear widespread losses though few heavy property damages are confirmed. warnings urged caution and rapid response efforts.
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Bank business increases across major cities in the United States
The week’s bank exchanges show leading cities reporting total deposits of 2,880,404 dollars, up about 18 percent from last year. Nine cities posted gains over the prior year, with New York and others showing notable increases amid an active stock market. A separate Chicago report notes a bear market in wheat and corn, with prices plunging as crop prospects improve and speculation unwinds.
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Pritt
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Session of Elks Delayed and Contests for Grand Offices
Journal notes the Grand Lodge Elks session delayed as committees prepare to begin work. Expected contests include multiple candidates for grand officers such as W H Wishar of Goldstein Nevada and TL Ward of Pasadena California. No opposition listed for Ward.
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Wreck Victims Identified Hits Colorado Suffrage Figure
Corning New York reports multiple wreck victims identified including Mira Remar Catto of Maryatown and Mrs William M Armstrong of Hoboken along with John B Tal. Barah Platt Decker of Colorado, a noted suffrage worker, is linked to a gold medal inscribed “Champions of America.” A June 1911 operatio n for an intestinal obstruction is noted for Mrs Taft.
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La Follette Demands Roosevelt Public Campaign Accounting
In Mailison Wisconsin on July 5 United States Senator La Follette urges Colonel Roosevelt to publish his campaign expense account for public morality and decency. He argues big money from monopolies funds elections and demands transparency to protect the public interest.
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Rebels Cause Terror in Mexican Northwest Frontier
Rebels under General Salagat terrorize Casas Grandes region in a border town area. They loot a merchant, imprison a store manager, demand horses and provisions from locals, and have confiscated five hundred valuables from four residents. Nervousness spreads along the railway as rebel movements intensify and supply pressures rise.
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Mexico
Salagat
Americana
C. E. Pollingsworth
Mob robs Mankato area officer of public duties
Peter Minn July 5 a violent mob seized Officer Charles Poitel of the Mankato police and spirited him to a county jail after he shot and killed Hubert Haack who tried to escape following an arrest for visiting women on the streets. Sheriff Osten moved Poitel to a city for safety as an inquest looms with new testimony expected.
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Minn
Mankato
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Hubert Haack
Sherif Osten
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Big City
Haack
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Camorra Trial Near End in Italian Court
In Viterbo during July the Camorra members on trial for nearly two years show humble attitude and respect for judges and jury. The court reads jury questions and begins summing up the case as verdict looms.
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Camorra
Darrow Attorney III Kael Rogers Jury Bribery Trial Halted
The trial of Clarence Darrow for alleged jury bribery paused today as defense chief Earl Rogers requested adjournment. Adjourment set until Monday to resumed proceedings in Los Angeles, California, with Associated Press reporting.
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