Diplomatic shake-up sends new slate to Senate
The United States confirms a broad reshuffle of its foreign service as ambassadors and ministers swap posts. Lloyd Bryce of New York is the only new minister named, with Leishman moving to Berlin, Brien to Nome, and O'Brien successors named for Tokio and other capitals.
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Lloyd Bryce
New York
Withehington
D. C
United States
England
Senate
Hill
Berlin
Leishman
Truly
Brien
Nome
Japan
Charles Bryan
O'Brien
Tokio
Belgium
C. P. Anderson
Police Nab Suspected Mexican Revolt Plot Leader
In Juarez, Mexico, police report arresting Ynocense Usgulano and pursuing several others as they thwarted a suspected plot to promote a new revolt in northern Chihuahua. Authorities believe the move halts a broader uprising attempt.
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Juares
Chihuahua
Widow Catherine Decker Recovers from Shooting Injury
San Francisco reports Mrs Cathrine Decker a young widow wounded by her would be lover George Forsythe Gardner who shot her then killed himself. She has a good chance for complete recovery from the injuries.
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San Francisco
Catherine Decker
George Forsythe Gardner
Young hero's body recovered from ocean
San Diego California August 6 The remains of Cecil R Karberg the twenty year old newspaper reporter who was drowned Sunday while trying to save a twelve year old girl from the waves have been recovered and will be shipped to his former home at Spokane Washington for interment.
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San Diego
Calif
Cecil R. Karberg
Spokane
Wash
Fatal cave-in on Copper River & Northwestern tunnel
In Cordova Alaska Aug two men died and several were injured when a section of the mining tunnel on the Copper River and Northwestern railroad collapsed. Foreman W A O'Neill and John Sethers were killed. Antone Sabate worker injured and listed as rollselog.
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Cordova
Alaska
Copper River & Northwestern
W. A. O'Neil
John Sethers
Antone Sabate
Rolselog
Pope Suffers Unsettling Night in Rome Dispatch
Special Rome reports say the pope had a troubled night and his condition is not reassuring. London dispatches note the concern over the pontiff's health as officials await further word.
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London
Rome
Special session ends next week in Congress
Washington Aug 2 Democratic and Republican leaders in Congress predict the extra session will adjourn soon after major bills are disposed of The wool and see Hist bills are cited as nearly settled President Taft signed the congressional reapportionment bill providing for redistricting with House membership set at 433.
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Washington
Congress
Washington, C
Tift
House
Senator Frye Dies in Lewiston Maine
Senator William Pierce Frye died at his home in Lewiston Maine this afternoon. He was a long time public figure and congressman, with a notable career in New England politics. His death leaves a vacancy in the regional political landscape and prompts local tributes from officials and citizens.
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Lewiston
Maine
William Pierce Frye
British Consul Investigating Death of Woman
Tacima Aug British Vice consul Agassiz went to Beattle to confer with Attorney Kellay and Prosecutor Stavenson about charges of murder involving Miss Cher Williamson, a wealthy Englishwoman allegedly starved by Dr Hazzard. He plans to sue for 25000 in Washington for alleged body desecration by an unauthorised autopsy. Bond set at 10000, Hazzard likely to be released soon amid further claims of victims in Tacoma seeking registance to the starvation cure fraud.
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Tacima
Witeh
Agassiz
Washington
Husgard
Undertakers
Seattle
Miss Williamson
Hazzard
Mrs Hazzanl Freed Released on Bail in Seattle
Mrs Hazzanl Hazeard was freed this afternoon on ten thousand dollars bail and immediately departed for Tacoma after the court action in Seattle.
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Mrs. Hazzanl Freed
Seattle
Demos Defeat 6.0.?. Baseball Mis ruling in House Fight
Washington reports Democracy triumphs as Republican congressmen lose a charity baseball game for the House of Representatives championship. Umpire Byrnes from South Carolina faced protests over coin tosses with a rabbit’s foot and a loaded half dollar alleged by Republicans. Umpire Wilson of Illinois tried to calm the crowd as tensions rose and Byrnes controlled the key decisions by coin tosses, leading to Democratic victory.
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Washington
House of Representatives
James F. Byrnes
South Carolina
William M. Wilson
Ilinela
Birnes Atta Wilson
Byrnes
Japanese Admiral Togo Inspects Washington Navy Yard
Admiral Togo of the Japanese navy was escorted through the Washington navy yard for a complete inspection. The tour overrode strict naval regulations as a personal compliment, with Togo as honor guest at a dinner and reception in the city.
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Washington
Togo
United States
Washington Navy Yard
War Department
Navy Yard
Ajim‘ral Toge
Ata
Des Moines Company Says Fight Stile On
Officials of the Des Moines street car company served notice they will continue the fight over the strike difficulty in courts. A motion for revocation of the injunction by Judge DeGraff was expected, prohibiting the strike by either side. The company is believed to back away from a strong fight.
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Des Moines, Ave
Thehr
DeGraff
Willan Laidow and Sage Bombing Connection Recalled
Willan Laidow, once called the protector of financier Russell Sage and a bomb-scarred survivor, is recalled in a narrative of his escape and later suit. Sage avoided harm, Laidow suffered lifelong injuries and sought redress but funds failed, leaving his livelihood devastated.
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Willam Leidow
Money King
Russell Sage
Henry Niccossi
New York
Trussell Sage
Narcosse
Laisow
Sno
Laldow
Lalow
Russell Lace
Laidow
Peniny
General Gordon Dying in Memphis amid illness
General George Gordon commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans is critically ill in Memphis Tennessee after three weeks of illness and his death is expected momentarily as of August 8.
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Gordon
Memphis
Tenn
George Gordon
The
United Confederate Veterans
Gates in Worse Health in Paris This Afternoon
This afternoon John Gates is in distress with kidney congestion and weak heart action. Medical staff report his condition is serious but not immediately stated as life threatening.
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Gates
Paris
John Gates
Wireless telegraph boosts cavalry scouting power
Washington reports the cavalry branch gains a major edge from wireless telegraphy adopted during Texas maneuvers. The portable system, light enough to ride on a horse, lets messages be relayed reliably within twenty five miles of a receiving station, enhancing field scouting. A collapsible steel mast supports the antenna.
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Washington
Cavary
Texas
Signal Corps
Pendleton Faces House Shortage Ahead of Fall Rush
Pendleton faces a rapid housing shortage as most fit homes are rented or under contract. Real estate man B T Wade notes few good houses remain and fall arrivals have yet to come. Builders are urged to construct decent dwellings in right sections with proper conveniences to meet demand.
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Pendleton
B. T. Wade
Walla Walla Man Shot by Wife in Jealous Quarrel
In Walla Walla Washington Mrs D B Woodruff shot her husband a prominent real estate dealer after years of quarrels over alleged infidelity. Five shots were fired with one hitting his breast as the couple struggled in the parlor. He remained in a local hospital. the wife faced possible prosecution depending on his condition.
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Walla Walla
Wash
D. B. Woodruff
Lool
Woodruff
Quarter Million Fraud 13 Charged
Pitsburg August 3 The Imperial Window Glass company stockholders face an equity suit alleging defrauding investors of a quarter million dollars The suit targets Secretary J B Johnson and also names President Myron U Case Vice President Mark Healy and Treasurer J G Sayre in an effort to place the company under a receiverFiled in common pleas court by stockholder and former employee Mypriow Lemon
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Pitsburg
Imperial Window Glass Company
United States
Mypriow Lemon
Lemon
J. B. Johnson
Myron U. Case
Mark Healy
J. G. Sayre
Chandler Asks Divorce After Million-Dollar Allegations
Sheriff pursues Lina Cavalieri over alleged theft of over one million dollars from her estranged husband. Detectives trail her across Europe, tracing sightings with Painee Dolgoroukl, dubbed the Prize Porker. In New York, a confrontation with rioters prompts police to use night sticks amid brick and bottle flinging.
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New York
Lina Cavalieri
Painee Dolgoroukl
Sherif
Bob Olundior
Frestland
Cinenus
al- Vineet
Aue
Harlan
Plans for North Fork water and Thorn Hollow plan
Will Moore, member of the Umatilla water commission, backs Thorn Hollow water supply and a municipal electric plant if feasible. He notes delaying to source water from the North Fork may occur but supports extending Thorn Hollow pipes and pursuing North Fork water as soon as possible. Estimates cite 226119.50 for North Fork water and 2409 090 for a combined power and water plant. Plans hinge on city actions beyond the water commission.
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City
Thorn Hollow
Govem
North Fork
Cmatilla River
Will Moore
Erie Water Commission
Mr. Moore
Branch
Frank C. Kelsay
City Water Commission
Umatilla
South Forks
Wenehe Springs
Wentha Springs
Moore
Forth
Clergy Stir Over Astor Engagement Announcement
New York clergymen express strong reactions to the engagement of Miss Masseline Fare to Gal John Jacob Astor. Reverends condemn the match as scandalous, labeling it a sign of free love while questions rise about age and propriety.
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New York
Masseline
John Jacob Astor
Peter
Hrandthik
Mise Fares
Pather Evans
St. Andrew's Ethalle Church
Othera
Willeelaine
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