Indictment of Four Allegheny Politicians Over Tax Receipt Frauds
Four prominent Allegheny City politicians including state senator Eliott Roders and Samuel Grenet were indicted on misdemeanor charges and a joint count of conspiracy to aid and abet false registration and fraudulent voting. The case stems from a Civic League investigation into alleged tax receipt frauds tied to the 1996 election. bail was set at 2000 dollars for all defendants.
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Joist
Cranade Waced
Clyde League
Associated Press
Pittsburg
Grand
Allegheny City
Eliott Roders
Condte
Pennsylvania
Common Pleas
Allegheny
Samiuel Grenet
Department of Safety of
Allégheny
William Hogel
Allegheny Council
Civic League of
Alegheny
Empress Appoints Officials Amid Manchu Tension
Peking dispatch reports the dowager empress elevating Euan Shi Kai to foreign affairs board member and third minister, with Chang Chi Tung named grand councillor of the fourth class. The viceroy of Shangsha summoned to consult on growing anti Manchu sentiment and Yuan Shi Kai also in talks with Her Majesty.
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Im Chinn
Eet
Associated Press
Peking
Euan Shi Kai
Board of Foreign Affairs
Foreign Office
Chang Chi Tung
Shangsha
Tregard
China
Yuan Shi Kai
Tucker Jr. Completes Jail Term for Contempt
Leavenworth Kansas September Associated Press reports Tucker Jr former secretary treasurer of the Uncle Sam Oil Company was freed from the county jail after three months for contempt of Federal Judge W C Hook. The contempt stemmed from reflections on judges Pollock Philips and McPherson as petitions related to receivership proceeded before Judge Hook. Tucker sought a pardon from President Roosevelt but it was denied.
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Associated Press
Leavenworth
Kan
JE. Tucker Jr
Uncle Sam. Olf Company
W. C. Hook
Tucker
J. C. Pollock
John F. Philips
Smith WicPherson
Hook. Tucker
Roosevelt
Hanns Denies Informing on San Francisco Bishop Rumor
Associated Press report from Hichester New Sept 4 states Dr Edward J Hanns of St Bernard s seminary has not received any official notice about a rumored appointment as coadjutor bishop of San Francisco. The name is one of three sent to the pope by the rectors and suitors of San Francisco for papal selection.
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Oy Associated Press
Hichester
Edward J. Hanns
St. Bernards Seminary
San Francisco
Hanna
Fire Chief Kills Man in Franklin Jail Cell Shooting
Dayton dispatch reports Fire Chief B B Miller of Franklin shot and killed J A Litue in his jail cell after returning to Franklin from eloping with his wife. Miller, described as raving, is under guard in a hospital. The incident occurred at the police station and leaves Miller in critical condition.
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Associated Press
Dayton
Ohio
B. B. Milier
Franklin
Tolay Ehotang
J. A. Litue
Miller
Lilue
Fred
Pet in-Bay hotel destroyed by fire on Sept
Sept 4 Put-In-Bay Ohio residents saved some belongings as fire gutted the Pet in-Bay hotel, a leading island hostelry. The blaze trapped parts of the building leaving the structure fully consumed. No injuries reported. the property was partially insured.
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Agserhie
Petin-Bay Howee
Thie Island
Arrested in Chicago for double murder warrant
Italian suspect Anton wapra arrested in Chicago on a warrant from Minneapolis for two murder charges. Police halted the case as officers detained the suspect, pending further proceedings.
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Es Associa Press
Anton Wapra
Messhead
Minn
Beloit High School to Receive $130,000 Edifice
A Beloit Wisconsin special reports voters at a mass meeting approved spending $130,000 to build a new Beloit high school. The fireproof vitrified brick and cut stone building will be handsome, with a site described as very beautiful and will include manual training facilities. Architect J C Lewellyn of Chicago will design it and contracts will be let immediately to start work this fall.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Beloit
Beloit High School
J. C. Lewellyn
Chicago
France 15 Surprised By Ca Blanca Engagement
Paris reports the Ca Blanca clash shocks France as Moors mobilize in large numbers, fighting presses the allied force to seek a distinct engagement. About six thousand Moors charged on French lines near the camp, led by banners and koran verses, with Algerian cavalry matching the assault before heavy fire. Major Provost killed. seven hours of combat, with casualties cited for August and September 1. Raisull camped with Ben Istian tribe says he will not march on Tangier or Tetuan.
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Associated Press
Paris
Ca Blanca
Frances
Mbcre Serlongs
France
Casablanca
Drude
Raisult
Tangier
Raisull
Tetuan
Explosion at Graham Paints Store Alleges Dynamiters At Work
Chicago authorities report a three o'clock blast at Stanley R. Graham’s paints and small paper shop on North State Street damaged the building and alarmed nearby residents. The explosion, likely gunpowder, threw occupants from beds but caused no injuries. Windows were shattered and contents ruined. Police link the blast to alleged dynamiters seeking vengeance on Chicago gamblers, though motive remains unclear. Clark, sleeping in the second story, was thrown from bed but unharmed. Local guests at the nearby Virginia hotel were awakened as the blast rattled the area.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Stanley R. Graham
North State Street
Virginia Hotel
E. C. Hall
M. G. Clark
Clark
Mr. Graham
Lake Geneva hosts Walworth medical society convention
Lake Geneva Wisconsin hosts a Walworth County Medical Society convention with doctors dentists nurses ministers and priests in attendance. Participants discuss physical spiritual and moral welfare and the public is invited to sessions. Afterward a banquet and a ride around the lake are planned.
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Milwaukee
Wiz
Lake Geneva
Wis
Walworth County Medical Society
Mrs Stern Is Better After Oil Scald Accident
Mrs Wale fer Stern recovering from severe hot oil injuries suffered in an automobile crash near Port Washington on Monday. Her husband Paul Sternn and Dr A Behneider aided inward transfer as plans began to move her to Milwaukee home. Clement B Stern denied hush up claims saying the outcome was not intentional. The cause remains undetermined due to gear failure in the meeting mechanism.
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Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Walefer Stern
Port Washington
Paul Sternn
A. Behneider
Ahs
Clement 'B. Stern
Striking telegraphers seek work as temp relief
The World reports that four hundred New York telegraphers in the strike will seek temporary employment in dry goods stores and as telephone operators. Railroads need operators with the eight hour law pushing shifts. about six hundred from NY and Chicago expected to become railroad operators on October 1. Western Union official Brooks says directors will meet September 10 to handle strike actions and arbitration efforts by locals are discouraged.
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Associated Press
New York
Chicago
Brooks
Western Union
Philippine woods eyed for lead pencils trade
Washington reports from Manila indicate New York capital is highly interested in Philippine woods for lead pencils. Red aun balalbacan and colantas samples are en route to the United States with prices ranging from 35 to 90 dollars per thousand board feet, depending on the species.
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Washington
Manilla
New York
United States
LaFollette to Rest and Return to Lectures Planned
Senator La Follette, back from a lengthy East tour, is ill this morning at Maple Brook Farm Big River. He will soon resume daily duties at his office and plans to lecture on western states after the rest part of September. His itinerary is not fully mapped out.
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la. Follette
Maple Brut
Big
Enot
Dismissal Likely for Four Naval Cadets
Washington Sept 4 Two of four Arpapolix naval cadets face dismissal after Captain Badger recommended penalties for infractions at the academy. Letters from Clarence Riner of Wyoming and G Zaib of Indiana argue the punishment is too severe. Other cadets, George Flamber of Tennessee and James Austin of New York, also faced dismissal considerations but have not yet replied to the department.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Arpapolix Naval
Caprn Badger
Academy
Secretary of the Navy
Clarence C. Riner
Wroming Arto. G
Starving Woman Found Near Monres Village
A special report from Monres, WSATS notes a starving woman near Grangstie in the village south of Monares. Mrs. Lintie Patin, described as destitute, was found near an old trunk said to reveal a board of Sta
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Mulwathee
Wis
Monres
WSATS
Grangstie
Monares
Abe Wang
Steamship Movements
Steamship movements report lists Teatschland arriving from New York for Mamasce with Aeensiated Presay Piymom as the byline. The terse item notes the inbound vessel and origin, reflecting a brisk maritime update style.
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Ene
Cteamer Teatschland
New York
Mamasce
Hill Suggests Merger Plan for Great Northern Rail
Associated Press reports in New York that the stockholders of the Great Northern Railway may vote on a merger proposal at the October 1 meeting. The plan envisions dismantling independent lines to form an operating system linking St Paul to Minneapolis and other cities, with major connections to Minnesota, Montana, and Dakota lines, and a broad group of affiliated railroads.
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New York
Great Northern Railway Curypany
Dirabiors
Corpo Sail Lines
Domnany
St. Paul
Kertiera
Montana Central Railway
Meet of Many Women Opens Eastern Star Convention
Delegates from testant lands and every state except Delaware gather in Milwaukee for the twelfth triennial convention of the General Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Over 200 delegates, plus guests from Canada, Hawaii, and the Philippines, attend. The event features addresses by Mrs. Madeline B. Conkling and Dr. William G. Kuhn, with a focus on revision of the constitution and ritual work. The Plankington hosts a reception for more than 409 Masonic figures, and veteran members Rev. Wilk LD Engle of Indiana and Mrs. Bvogle are highlighted among the attendees.
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Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
General Grand Chapter
The
Order of the Eastern Star
East Side Masonic Tempé
Union
Delaware
Canada
Hawaii
Philippines
Madeline B. Conkling
Oklahoma City
William G. Kuhn
St. Joseph
Masonic Hall
Conklin
Ella S. Washburn
Racine
Minneapolis
Pittsburg
Jacksonville
Fla
Masonic Fraternity
Laad
Plankington House
Order
Wilk LD. Engle
Indianapolis
Grand Chapter
Indiana
Flenswein
Escape Was Lucky After Auto Crash Near Flemsborg
The trial of officers involved in the airship incident near Flemsborg ended without injuries as the machine overturned during a rest break. The crew and passengers were all unharmed, aided by a quick nearby resident who assisted.
Golden Wedding Soon in Fond du Lac Wisconsin
Special to The Aer veneer reports Mre E Pritchard and her spouse near Fond du Lac Wisconsin will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary on September 5. The couple moved to Fond du Lac years ago and have two dozen children and many descendants. Mr and Mrs Pritchard recently celebrated a quarter century with their long time employer.
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Mere E. Pritchard
Pritchard
Thomas F
du Lac
Omyir Orcs
Mro
Uritchard
Enployey Uy
Mhirnen & Niethwerstein Ralnay
Peanger
Arrmall
William
Dann FE
Theis Band
Tt. A. Watson
Ford du Lac
Horse Fatal Shocks Racine Medical Circle
A telegram from Racine reports the death of Samuel J. Martin a former officer of the ancient Physicians of Racine. He died after an accident while riding a horse in Milwaukee where he had retired to California years ago. He leaves a widow and a large family.
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Racine
California
Milwaukee
Wir
Samuel J. Martin
Twick
Martin
Owe Hugh
Trolley wire theft disrupts rail service and repair costs
A damaged line from the Northern railway disturbed service as thieves stole trolley wire. The value of the loss is reported at about $2000, prompting the railway company to seek restoration and possible reparations.
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iRy
Milsauhes & Northern Railway
Wisconsin graduates show strong business placement
Madiena Wisconsin September 4 The value of a college course in business is shown by Wisconsin University commerce graduates. Statistics indicate that sixty eight of the seven year group now hold respectable positions in large commercial and industrial firms across the country. Practically every field of business is represented among the number.
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Madiena
Wis
Graduatos
University of Wisconsin
Adr
Uils
Chewink VIII Wins First Race in Marie Chris Une Cup
In Bubao Spain on Sept 4 the Chewink VIII, an American wonder class yacht, won the seven and a half mile opening race of the international Marie Chris Une Cup. Marblehead placed second while Doriga finished third. Spokane I was seventh. King Alfonso watched the start but did not stay due to rigging damage on his royal yacht.
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Associated Press
Bubao
Spain
Chewink VIII
Marblehead
Doriga
Spokane I
Alfonso
Fils Majesty
Duty on drilled pearls to be decided this month
The U S board of general appraisers will rule this month on Citroen and Tiffany cases over duties on drilled pearl necklaces. A 60 percent duty is claimed if government wins, vs 10 percent if importers prevail. Names include Citroen and Tiffany, with valuations around 220000 and 16244 abroad. Whichever way the decision goes, an appeal is likely and the ruling could impact ongoing litigation.
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Associated Press
New York
Board of
United States General Appraisers
Citroen
Tiffany
Paris
Morris Guggenheim
American _Bineiting and Refining
Husband is accused in Ashland KY murder case
Bilton Dixon, whose wife of three months was found shot dead at their home, was arrested charged with murdering her after she reproached him for dancing with a former sweetheart. Dixon claimed jealousy drove his wife to shoot herself.
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Associated Press
Ashland
Bilton Dixon
Dixon
Washington Hosts Delegates At Zoological Congress
Secretary Wilson and District Commissioner West welcomed fifty to sixty delegates to the International Zoological Congress at the Cosmos Club in Washington. The visitors toured the city, showing interest in sights around the nation’s capital.
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Associates Press
Washington, D. C
Wilson
West
The
Cosmos Club
Washington
International Zoological Congress
Ington
Georgia Crops Damaged by Wind and Rain Storm
A heavy wind and rain storm swept through Fort Gain Tate area last night with electric flashes. Telegraph service was interrupted, and reports delayed. The storm affected a wide region with no loss of life and only minor crop damage noted.
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Agsorlate
Atlanta
Ufe
Craps
Death by hanging shocks Jackson post office case
In Dackerm Michigan on today date, Frank Po Vanhorn, former Jackson post office superintendent, hanged himself. He had admitted robbing TM and left a lament. Authorities report the death as suicide rather than prison.
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Agsoriater Press
Dackerm
Mich
Po Vanhorn
Jackson
Gasoline Tank Explodes Injuring Five in Cellar
An exploding gasoline tank in a cellar seriously injures five people. Two identified victims, John Kennedy and James Smith, are in critical condition. other injured occupants are unnamed. Authorities investigate cause and extent of the blast.
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T Neecinte
Drege
John Kennedy
James Smith
White Again in Paris After Fortnight in France
Henry Whites the American ambassador to France returned today after a fortnight abroad, traveling from Forfarshire through Seviliang. The move follows months of diplomacy amid tensions and regional talks with French authorities.
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Henry Whites
Forfarshire
Seviliang
Missing Fabian Manufacturing President Reverberates Across States
In New York the mysterious disappearance of Seward Heidelbach, president of Fabian Manufacturing, leads M B Moch to be named receiver with a $600,000 bond. The action, supported by Market National and Citizens National banks, cites debts of $4,000 cleared in Europe and notes the firm employs 300 nationwide. Also reported, a New York federal court appoints a receiver for Union Tron and Steel, capitalized at $2.009 million, with Petit named.
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Associated Press
Cincinnati
Ohio
New York
Seward Heidelbach
Pablan Manufacturing Company
M. B. Moch
Heidelbach
Market National Bank
Citizens National Bank
Stanley Routh
Fabian Manufacturing Company
New York City
Mrs. Heidelbach
Europe
Mr. Heidelbach
Union Tron and Steel Company
Sheen
Bristol
Virginia
S. C. Petit
Michigan
New Jersey
Castro denounces staged power lists for nations
President Castro criticizes a proposal to form prize and arbitration tribunals by graduated representation. He likens it to inviting foreign leaders to dine and assign status, arguing it insults smaller nations and cannot reflect true national strength or defensive needs.
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Associated Press
Caracas
Vez
Brazil
Venezuela
Hague
Castro
Porter
Fe Mabatesd
Bwitzert
Mweerve
Mayoral Race Note From Cleveland City News
The article reports on mayoral candidates including Obie Kept and Burten, with mentions of a forthcoming address in Urhana. Roosevelt remarks are quoted, and a partial weather and local observation section follows with temperatures and plans for the week.
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