After Powder Trust Petition Filed in Delaware
The government filed in the U S circuit court at Withington Delaware a petition against E J Dupont De Nemours Co and 24 other corporations plus 17 individuals tied to 26 firms. It accuses a powder trust of violating the Sherman act and seeks receivers to unwind monopolistic agreements and restore competition. The filing traces a 1872 price fixing alliance among powder sellers, continued until 1881 to bar new entrants.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
United States Circuit Court For
District of Delaware
Withington, del
E. J. Dupont, de Nemours & Co
E. I Dupont-De Nemours Powder Company
New Jersey
United States
Fate Follows Family in Tragic Wisconsin Deaths
Special to The Northwestern from Fond du Lac Wisconsin July story notes Dennis Ryan electrocuted in Oshkosh while his wife’s relatives endure three bereavements in ten days. Earlier Charles Dillon died at Silver Lake Minnesota and Dillon’s mother died at Eden aged 82. McKenna family from Chilton rush south after Dillon funeral and learn Ryan’s death. locals gather in Oshkosh to mourn and support kin.
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Fond du Lac
Wis
Dennis Ryan
Oshkosh
Charles Dillon
Silver Lake
Minn
Dillon
Eden
Ryan
Patrick McKenna
Chilton
T. J. Kelly
J. Harlin
George H. Gordon
Mrs Morgan Aid Links Versaille and Cragston Incident
Maurice Robert Klein, found unconscious near a Versailles church, is believed to be the same man found unconscious at J. P. Morgan’s Cragston estate four weeks earlier. A $125 Mrs. Morgan signed check was found on Klein in Versailles, and Mrs. Morgan had him moved to a local hospital and funded his care at her expense.
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Associated Press
Highland Falls
Maurice Robert Klein
Versailles
France
J. P. Morgan
Cragston
Klein
Bail denied Pettibone in Idaho district court
Formal motion to admit George A. Pettibone to bail was presented without argument today in Bois2 Idaho district court and promptly denied by Judge Worl. Bond for Charles Mover was expected to be posted by noon, secured by cash on deposit with Rutie Maont and guaranteed by the Western Federation of Miners through First Nations Bank of Reise.
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Associated Press
Idaho
George A. Pettibone
Charles Mover
Timothy Reagan
First Nations Bank of Reise
Rutie Maont
Incai
Western Federation of Miner
Girl leaps into Rock River during parade incident
A young girl, Eugenia Freed, leaped from a snow stove into the Beek River near Filth Ave bridge during a lunch parade. Spectators watched as rescuers pulled her from the water and she was taken to a hospital.
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Milwaukes
Dareemile Sare
Mies
Eugenia Freed
Beek
Two Drown In Well In Area
A dramatic accident report states two people drowned in a well near a rural area. The injured and missing were quickly surrounded by responders, and authorities began an investigation into the incident and nearby water hazards.
Woman found dead on Northwestern tracks sparks foul play probe
A Chippewa Indian identified as Mrs Charls Goosziin of the Red River reservation was found on the Northwestern tracks in Ashland Wisconsin. She was last seen with another woman near the tracks after the circus last night. The missing companion prompts authorities to suspect foul play and search the woods.
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Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Ashland
Charls Goosziin
Red River Reservation
Notable speakers at Jamestown exposition assembly
A. E. Stevenson, J. Warren Kiefer, and Jose de Diego led the Jamestown exposition celebration on Jamestown island marking the 288th anniversary of Virginia’s first colonial assembly. W. D. Cardwell presided as Virginia House Speaker. President Tucker offered the welcome, followed by remarks from Stevenson Kiefer and Diego.
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Associated Press
Norfolk
A. E. Stevenson
Huhors
Vic
United States
J. Warren Kiefer
Ohio
House of Representatives
Jose de Diego
Fpoarta
Carnegie Peace Palace cornerstone laid at The Hague
The foundation stone of the Andrew Carnegie Palace of Peace was laid at Zorgvliet The Hague in a ceremony attended by delegates from the peace conference high officials and civic groups. M Nelidoff spoke of universal peace and Queen Wilhelmina’s absence sparked speculation about site disputes. over 1300 guests witnessed the event with American and Dutch peace flags displayed.
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Associated Press
Hague
Andrew Carnegie
Grand Hall of Justice
Paci
Justitia Firmandae
Andraeae
Carnegie
Munificentia
Dedicavit
M. A
van Karnebeak
Carnegie Foundation Cmmittee
M. Nelidoff
Netherlands
Russia
Wilhelmina
The
Zorgviiet
M. Nelsdoff
Hague Court
Richard Bartholdt
Missouri
Interparliamentary
Uni
Body found in Lake Kegonsa near bridge
Madison July 2 two boys discovered a drowned man in Lake Kegonsa near the railroad bridge. He was about twenty four years old with initials B L on clothing. A rowboat nearby was overturned. Physicians estimate he was in water about forty eight hours and authorities suspect a possible jump from a St Paul train. identity remains unknown.
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Madison
Wis
Lake Kegonsa
B. L
St. Paul
Deities Return Home After Mideast Posting
Fragmented notes describe a group from Wisconsin and nearby areas returning to their homes after service. Mentions Miwaukes, Wisconsin, Osrecia, Tiasave, and Rice Lake. Indicates ages and family references, with little coherent detail due to transcription errors.
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Srecal
Miwaukes
Wis
Suly WA
Wisconsin
Osrecia
Tiasave
Ladhemith
Delta
Deutz
Rice Lake
Britain to amend treaty on American program project
The article discusses potential amendments proposed by Britain to a forthcoming agreement related to a major American program. It notes terms under negotiation, with references to deadlines and power balance amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.
Rise of James Butler from poor boy to millionaire
New York story traces James Butler from Ireland with a ticket to New York to owner of 3060 grocery stores and vast real estate. He fights for Empire track racing licenses, controls Butler Grocery with 178 New York stores, and holds stakes in James Butler Philadelphia chain. Butler credits perseverance and knowledge for success.
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James Butler
New York
James’ Butler
Ireland
New York City
America
New World
Butler
Jockey Club
Empire Track
Supreme Court
Kings County
State Racing Commission
Dames Butler Grocery Company
James Juiler
Philadelphia
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw May Return To Stage In Fall
New York reports say Evelyn Nesbit Thaw plans a Broadway comeback with a prominent role, despite Harry K Thaw and lawyers opposing. Thaw denies the rumor, stating she has no stage plans and will study music while awaiting her husband’s murder trial dates.
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Herry Thaw
Report On
Fame
Deen Hee Council
Associated Press
New York
Exelyn Nesbit Thaw
Daniel O'Reilly
Thaw Cacnses
Atention
Russell Peabody
Thaw
William Thaw
Stanford White
Evelyn
Criminal Court
Newark
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Associated Presa
Husbrand
Aerne
Permharat
Sg Cmd
New
Mrs. Thaw
Birthday Celebration Four Generations Plan in Menasha
In Menasha Wisconsin on August 15 at the home of Mr and Mrs Thomas Mackin four generations will celebrate their birthday anniversaries marking a unique event in local history. Also reported a boy Harold Jennersohn thirteen injured falling from a hay loft and taken to Appleton. Funeral of Henry Brethauer held at Second Street home.
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Menasha
Wis
Thomas Mackin
Second Street
Harold Jennersohn
Appleton
William Schubert
Milwaukee Street
Henry Brethauer
Mrr
Jelmes
Steel trust disburses.
A terse note reports a steel trust disbursed a share of earnings in the United States stock market. It mentions a per cent distribution on preferred stock and a percentage tied to a fixed amount, indicating investor payouts and related figures.
Funeral in Versailles for Major Huntington
Funeral for Major Henry A. Huntington will be held at Eng Mah church in Versailles next Thursday with burial in a French cemetery. The incident followed a deadly attack by his son on siblings. Henry Huntington’s mental state is being examined, and the defense plans to claim provocation aided by letters from the brothers and Edith Huntington.
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Associated Press
Versailles
Henry A. Huntington
Henry
Eng- Mah
United States
England
France
Alonzo Huntington
Edith Huntington
Elizabeth
M. Hirsch
Associated Presa
Maitre Labor
Paris
Slater Edith
Fraud Trail in Capitol Construction Probe Heads to Beard Hazen
Philadelphia July 30 The capitol commission investigating alleged fraud in finishing the new state capitol at Harristarg left for Beard Hazen Connecticut where the report will be prepared No reason was given The commission chair Srater Fisher said no one guilty will be spared amid questions over the capulus and miscr.
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Asanclatiel Press
Philadelphia
Capitol Commission
Greek Band Wiped Out Amid Turkish Assault
In Athens on July 39 a clash erupted between Turkish troops aided by Bedouin raiders and a small Greek band near Berea Autokiria. The Greek group held a line at Salomky fortress but was reportedly wiped out. thirty survivors were killed as Turkish forces and raiders advanced. Homes were looted and Greek buildings burned during the battle in Seres.
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Athens
Ran
Berea
Murspead
Turkey
Salomky
Ve Tainatura
Rashi Kasemks
Seres
Board Review Continues With Property Assessment Hearings
The board of review conducts an examination under oath of those challenging assessments. Some notices to appear were ignored and a few protesters withdrew. This afternoon the board tours properties claimed to be overvalued and aims to finalize and adjourn tomorrow afternoon.
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Board of Review
Goggins to be named to state railroad commission
Madison Wis July 30 Bernord BR Goggins of the Grand Rapids law firm Goggins Bracenu, a state senator, is expected to be appointed to the state railroad commission to replace John Barnes of Rhinelander who resigned. The move is believed to reflect Lt Governor Connor's choice and Goggins is described as a prominent, nearly nonpartisan attorney.
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Northwestern
Madison
Wis
Bernoard BR. Goggins
Grand Raplids
Goggins & Bracenu
State Railroad Commission
John Barnes
Rhinelander
Capitol
Goggins
Connor
Inquest Opens Over Laura Matthews Case In Colorado Springs
Anticipation of death arises as coroner's inquest reveals sensational details. Nurse Green admits writing letters to friends in Chicago before Laura Matthews' body was found with a bullet wound in her head.
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Misa Matthews
Endurance Set For Antarctic Quest Amid Nation's Hype
Reports from London dated June 21 describe the Endurance refitted as a steam barque and sent down the Thames with the English polar expedition led by Captain Scott aboard. Preparations include Belem readers and France ground teams as explorers prepare to reach the south pole.
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Prez
London
Capiats
Scott Tana
France
Tas
Dean Chor
al Eseo
Anti
Exeierstiane
Core Tay Belean
Rijelog Sry
Attempted drowning ends in rescue by woman
A man in Putte, Me, attempted to take his own life by jumping into a river. A woman named Mrs dons intervened and rescued him despite his resistance, averting a death by self harm.
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Meromines
Sam Nel J. Sonex
Putte
Wick
Dons
Sohna
Strike averteds five percent advance for Northern Pacific carmen
A 17 member committee representing carmen from all parts of the Northern Pacific railway reached an agreement to avert a strike by about 9 000 workers. The deal grants roughly a 5 percent wage increase and shop condition concessions with exceptions to protect nonunion employees.
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St. Paul, Minn
Unifon Carmen
Northern Pacific Railway
Carmen
Railay
Duluth
Minn
United States Steel Corporation
Mahoney
St. Paul
C. E. Mahoney
Western Federation of Miners
Nashwauk
Lves
Hoolihan
Johnson
Itagca
Governoer Johnson
Young
Steel Corporation
Stockwell
Petriella
Hibbing
Sheri Bates
Insane man captured after escape from Winnebago hospital
An escapee from Northern State Hospital for the Insane at Winnebago was recaptured in the city after a violent struggle. John Har, an inmate, fought attendants at Matin and High streets, injuring no one seriously but causing mud-splattered clothing and delays before he was returned to the hospital.
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Northern State Hospital
Winnebago
Matin
High Streets
George Unmuth
Mr. Unmut
Wid
John Har
Winnehaga
Vamuth
Mac
Evans Aiden
DIES OF LOCKSAW IN MYSTERIOUS ACCIDENT
Fragmentary report notes a fatal incident after a severe cutting event. Names and exact details are unclear, but the tragedy involves a young individual and a local setting. Further readable lines describe the eerie sequence leading to the death.
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Wilwingeton
del. Suggents
Mrs. Morgan
Pettibone
Moser
Ment
Rock River
Touns
Jameyville
Renceed
Fou Falis
Reeotnding
Atlemets Reseue
Ce Atu
Syuaw
Vo Teacksa
Stevenson
Carnegie Peace Palace
Madison—Deisila
Britain
Chanxe Sax
John - Great
Bet Ronths
Pittsburg
Mr. Butler
Eng Tents Ag
Tarry Town
Dutler
Pines
Evelyn Thaw
Harry K. Thaw
Buy
Wesasha News
Charles Friedland
Oshkosh Friends
H. Chinednist
Chicezse
Artie Kroeckier
Senteen
Carl Keroecki
Broad Street
Gretchen Kamps
Margaret Tuchscherer
Stella Bilter
Mise Noa McMahon
C. V. Thiel
Millwauk
Menasha Frie
Wiscosin
Hereman Hohmberger
Ib Young
F. X. Grose
Nekooss
Hankaona
Copper
Kankana
Eddie Heimerel
Kankauna
Msha
Frank Sensenbrenner
F. A
Steel Trust
Henry Huntington
Peneagivenia
Amcr
Grand Rapids
State
Commission
Qecura
Antarctic
Foite Tian of
Haxband
Shr Rad
ST. Pau
Dortalen Pacific
Wen
Minnesota
Insane Man
John
Milanaikes
Inet
Sarai Winhwach
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