Judge Landis Refuses Rockefeller Subpoena Demand
In Chicago June 28 Judge Landis held firm on issuing a subpoena for John D Rockefeller and refused attorney Millers plea to recall it. The court ordered subpoenas for Union Tank Car officials as part of probing corporate holdings, stating Rockefeller must testify on whether Standard Oil New Jersey owns Indiana operations.
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Chicago
John A. Rockefeller
Millen
Standard Oil Company
Rockefeller
Associated Press
Tih
Landis
United States District Court
John D Rockefeller
John S. Miller
Miller
Indiana
Rockefeller T
Union Tank
J. J
Sime
Toen
Shother Company
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
Rogers
H. BR. Paine
Nneam
W. H. Hutchinson
Standard Oil
New Teer
Orchard Recalled At Brennenberg Trial To Support Hay
Harry Orchard testified again at Brennenberg with his account tying Easterly to Orchard’s murder threat in fall 1903. Easterly denied Orchard’s charge and faced cross examination over his silence after learning Hogan killed Breunenberg, later altering answers during redirect.
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Harry Orchard
Crippin Creek
Brennenberg
William D. Hay
Easterly
Orchard
Breusenberg
Thomas Hogan
Breunenberg
Mental Collapse Follows West Chester Child Murderer
Irwin Lewis charged with killing his five year old stepdaughter Mary Robbins Newlin is in critical condition in a county jail cell at West Chester after a night of frenzied raving. He wore a straitjacket as he showed signs of complete mental and physical breakdown, pleading for help and warning they would hang him. Doctors doubt he can attend tomorrow’s planned Inquest in Avondale.
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West Chester
Irwin Lewis
Mary Robbins Newlin
Kunan
Hous
Joseph H. Scattergood
Avondale
Lewis
Harvard Wins Freshman Eight and Yale Captures Varsity Four
Harvard takes the freshman eight by about a length and a half after a close start on the Thames at New London Yale wins the varsity four by perhaps ten lengths in slow time both races were up stream on the incoming tide with Harvard leading early in the freshman race and Yale building a comfortable margin in the four oared event Cambridge coach Kennedy praised Yale’s training while Harvard exhausted after the long races posted the faster freshman time and the decisive victory in the four.
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Thames River
New Londony Conn
Yale
Harvard
Associated Press
New London
Conn
Cambridge
Navy Yards
Crimson
Navy Yard
Fale
Harvard Shmen
Waz
Receiver Appointed for Manquette Mutual Life Insurance
Judge Honors appoints a receiver for the Manquette Mutual Life Insurance Co of Chicago upon Potter's application. The firm shows $1,180,540 in outstanding policies and weak financials, with alleged fraud in reinsurance tied to Indiana Mutual Life. State data cite scant receipts and a $3,000 officer contribution to cover year end assets shortfall.
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Associated Ress
Chicago
Jil
Frederick W. Potter
Manquette Mutual Life Insurance Company of
Toe
It Fe
Potter
Marquette Mutual Life
Indiana Mutual Life Insurance Company
Indiana Company
Marquette Company
Harriman Arrest Over Interfering With River Race
New London June 28 Associated Press reports the arrest of E H Harriman after alleged interference with a varsity rowing race. Harriman was detained by Capt J L Sill and his powerboat tied up at the navy yard before he left on his yacht Sultana. He was accompanied by his son, a Groton student, a school friend, and two unidentified ladies. The Sultana’s auxiliary craft was at the naval station and left during the night.
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Associated Press
New London
Conn
E. H. Harriman
Harriman
Billard
Gresham Jast
Mr.Harriman
J. L. Sill
Revenue
Dexter
Sill
Mr. Harriman
Navy Yard
Bultana
Requet House
Groton School
Harvard
Young Harriman
Sultana
Naval Station
Clemenceau Confident Amid Chamber of Deputies Storm
Paris June 28 The crowded galleries anticipate a battle royal over interpellations targeting Clemenceau's ministry. Protests cover general policy troop use and bloodshed in the south, while Premier Clemenceau sits confident on the ministerial bench awaiting developments.
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Lby
Associated Press
Paria
Chamber of Deputies
Clemenceau
France
M. Clemenceau
Unintentional violation confessed by Harrimes at races
E H Harrimes, in custody of federal agents at New London, says he violated the regulations by following a signal at the races. He claims the error was unintentional and that he obeyed a keep going message until instructed to stop, stating he did not expect any penalty.
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Uuly Associated Press
New York
E. H. Harrimes
International
New London
Tegatta
Bors
Telegraphers Hopeful of Quick Settlement
Telegraphers show optimism that a rapid settlement of their dispute is possible as private lines and freight interests report progress. Company officials deny long delays and expect a prompt adjustment with President Roosevelt’s potential involvement.
Orchard stories denied by Illiacs Bacerts Witter Ted
Unclear text reports a Mayweed trial with references to Cripple Creek and a leader group. Names and details are fragmented, making full attribution difficult. No coherent events or outcomes can be confirmed from the readable fragments.
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Illiacs Bacerts
Witter Tedie Mayweed
Prem Dantes
Jone
Wien Flart- Gri Hd
Crek
Rfks Ae Whem
General Strike of Miners Forecast by Federation Leader
A late 19th century wire service style notice predicts a general miners strike as the coal miners confront the expiration of the current contract next April. Robert Ran Aall of Gaited Nev is cited as a key figure in the federation warning of widespread action if demands are not met.
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Dewser
Aadrarei
Miers
Robert Ran
Massive British iron steel combine eyed to rival US German mills
London reports nine top firms led by Vickers Sons Maxim plan a vast amalgamation absorbing thirty six independents. They would control about ninety percent of Britain’s steel output with capital over 130 million dollars. Details pending may mirror German trust pricing and output sharing to curb American competition.
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Associated Press
London
United States
Germany
Great Britain
Vickers Sons & Maxim
John Brown & Co
Harland & Wolff Company
Vickers Sonz & Maxim
Ater
Harland, Wolf & Co
Vickers Concern
Harlands
Canmel, Laird & Co
Northeastern Steel Company
Weardate Steel and Coal Company
Dorman & Long Company
Guest. Keen & Nettiefeilde
Baliwin Company
Lloyd & Co
England
Eagland
Mike
Publie
Body Found in Fire Ruins at Pine Beach Hotel
The body of Charles Folbert, a 30 year old musician from Bridgeport, Conn., was found among the ruins of the Macián hotel at Pine Beach after a June 2 fire. Folbert's wife, a actress, was summoned from San Antonio. One other fatality is Harry Hart, a colored man. Many occupants are missing and the fire is ongoing with investigators unsure of the number of survivors. The report notes gambling stakes of at least $700 in relation to the event.
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Norfolk
Charles Folbert
Pine Beach
Folbert
Brugeport
Conn
Acress
San Antonio
Harry Hart
Sporterla
Big Sawmill Burned In Wisconsin Fire
A large sawmill at Auker, Wisconsin, was destroyed by fire on June 2. Firefighters battled the blaze, forcing workers to flee. A crew tried to salvage parts of the property as steam and smoke filled Portage Lake area. Power was cut as flames raged, with investigators beginning a fire origin assessment.
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Wis
Areaquette
Wally Ustar
Portage Lake
Ferris and Weaver Compete After Fifth District Nomination Chaos
After three days of voting at the Democratic convention in Oklahoma's Fifth district, Scott Ferris of Lawton and Carson Weaver of Ada dispute the nomination. Ferris' supporters walked out, leaving Weaver in control of the official ballot with contested figures 115 to 98.
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Associated Press
Hobart
Okla
Fifth
Congressional District
Tate
Scott Ferris
Lawton
Carson Weaver
Ada
Maces
Ferris
Weaver Ren
Weaver
Roosevelt orders probe into telegraph companies
Washington dispatch says Commissioner Herbert Knox Smith will lead an immediate investigation into the relations among U S telegraph companies. The inquiry aims to uncover agreements, wage data, operating costs, and other facts to aid the Justice Department and possibly justify government control of telegraphic service.
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Associatey Press
Chicago
Til
Tribune
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Herbert H Knox Smith
United States
Department of Jurtice
Congress
Dlessen
Affiliation Sought Between Japan Society and London Group
The Japan Society in New York has sent Eadelima and Hamilton Holt to London to pursue an affiliation with the Japan Society of London. The plan includes interchangeable membership after the 17 branches of the Pig in New York and London join. They expect to entertain Admiral Yamamoto and five top Japanese officials during the visit.
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Japan
Xew
London Society
Advociater Press
New York
Japan’ Eciety of
Gettemm
Karoki
United
Ths
Eadelima
Hamiion Holt
Eair
The
Independent
London
Japan Society of London
Svar
Pig
Admiral Yamamoto
Janan
Taited States
Three Years At Waupun Told In Brief
Special wire from Eau Claire reports that James Crowley and Henry Cranky were sentenced by Judge Ornell to heavy terms in the state penitentiary. The two men were found guilty of murder in the care and custody of a child. The incident occurred in Waupun and drew a crowded courtroom.
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Jaume
Eas Claire
Huvy Apiett
Ornellepet
Crowley
I Orarry
Billie Placed On Trial For Poisoning Deaths
Fragmentary OCR notes report Billie placed on trial on allegations of poisoning members of the Viembe family, including the murder of Mary Versi who died July 26, 1915. Other details and names are unclear due to garbled text.
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Herman
Mary Versi
Guests of Roosevelt Inaugural Attendees List
Associated Free dispatch notes guests of President Roosevelt including James, John Harrington, Michael Borot, and other attendees. It mentions Mr. Bannin appointed to the Board of CSTE and other selections amid inaugural events.
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Associated Free
Coer Bey
Jame
Oteriaine St
John Harrington
Nia
Michael Borot
New York
Bannin
CSTE
Insurance Bills Stir Wisconsin Senate In Open Session
In Madison on June 28 the Wisconsin senate held a rare committee of the whole to discuss insurance bills. Speaker Ekern explained measures from the assembly while opponents from companies voiced objections. A decision on the insurance tax awaits, with potential conference if the senate and assembly diverge. Adjournment timing remains unsettled with July 12 target and July 8 relocation noted.
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Madison
Wis
Senate
Herman Ekern
John M. Olin
William Q. Fricke
Ledvina
Milwaukee
Grasale
Estabrook
Layha
Assembly
Conspiracy and Forgery Case Against George R Scrugham
Charges allege conspiracy and forgery involving the Ancarlatead Pregey Bee Sork and Filer, with a June 28 date listed. The case targets George R. Scrugham, identified as a central figure in the alleged scheme. Proceedings focus on the alleged fraudulent actions and involved parties.
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Ancarlatead Pregey
George R. Scrugham
Mana
Western freight rates to rise five percent
Freight tariffs across the Mississippi to the Rockies will increase five percent as western railways raise minimums on carload shipments and adjust classifications. Some carload tariffs may be canceled and commodity rates reclassified. A western classification committee meeting was called for Charlevoix Michigan on July 16 1907 to address 425 subjects including minimum weight revisions. The new system takes effect September 1, 1997.
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Associated Press
Chicago, I
Mississippi River
Rocky Mountains
Western Railways
Western Classification Committee
Charlevoix
Mich
F. C. Becker
Western Freight
St Marys Parochial School Holds Graduation Exercises
The St Marys parochial school held its annual graduation on Thursday at 8 pm in the Merritt street school hall. Five graduates include Henry Schmitt Henry Winkler Joseph Mierswa Elrich Borachke and Elizabeth Kits with Miss Kits valedictorian and Schmitt salutatorian. The pastor Rev Roman Scholter conferred certificates and honors were awarded.
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St.Mary's Parochial School
Merritt Street
Henry Schmitt
Henry F.winkler
Joseph J. Mierswa
Elrich J. Borachke
Elizabeth B. Kits
Kitz
Goth
G. W
Treasurer Drew Interest In Milwaukee City Funds
Milwaukee June 28 A discrepancy in city books surfaced as City Treasurer W H Graebner deposited 20000 of city funds in his own name and used the interest for his private account. Comptroller Bechtner will inform the common council. Graebner argues the interest is his, while the comptroller says it should revert to the city.
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Milwaukee
Wis
J. C. Chandler
W. HH. Graebner
Paul Bechtner
Common Council
Graebner
Flames on Steamer Ma Donna Fire Damages Brooklyn Cargo
The steamer Ma donna, docked in Brooklyn, suffered a fire started by spontaneous combustion in the forward hold as ten workers removed cargo. Fire boats sprayed water, police and crews fought the blaze. no passengers aboard and no injuries reported.
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Associated Press
New York
Madonna
Atlantic Docks
Brooklyn
Mediterranean
Greproof Bulixhenis
Sons of Norway Convene in Milwaukee Meeting
A Journal Special from Chippewas Fallaway reports the Sons of Norway lodge opened in Milwaukee on June 21 with about 150 delegates from the northwest. President John Huseby of Minneapolis presided as credentials and committees handled routine business.
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Milwaukee
Wie
Chippewas
Errand Lodge
the Sons of Norway
John Huseby
Minneapolia
Adon] Ton
Credentiala
Pepairs
Body Found Floating Near Portwea in unclear report
A badly garbled clipping reports a body found floating in a river area near Powerte more details incomplete. It mentions possible names and dates but is unreadable. Investigators are implied to be on scene.
Milk Condensing Plant Wage Details From Watertown
A fragment mentions Aperist Che Wotthoortemy Mim Ahn and a June 28 special from Watertown Wisconsin. It cites Warren and Arik con- Geneing Malt to crest SNM to be fitted by the Van Dame Pack of Indiapagais. The sum of $4460 was released annually in wages.
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Che Wotthoortemy
Mim
Ahn
Wie
Watertown
Wis
Ars Warren Ja
van Dame
Ig Sempans
Indiapagais
Little Lucile Erickson Strays But Returns To Mother During Shopping
Two and a half year old Lucile Erickson of Algoma slips from her mother during a city shopping trip and rides multiple Interurban streetcars to Neenah and Oshkosh. Conductor and police locate her as she enjoys the ride, then return her to a distressed mother after a two hour search.
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Lucile Eerckson
Lucile Erickson
Erickson
Algoma
Neeney
Neenah
Mom- Nan
Oshkosh
Fond du Lac
Nike
Extra Pay for Extra Work Debate Rages in New York
June 2 New York report outlines a demand for extra pay for additional work by workers at a dairy company. Disputes arise as departments complain of overtime and full-time staff are urged to receive compensation. Public attention centers on the upcoming trial date and related wage issues.
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New York
Fiftera Hyde
Ts Landthers
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