Death of Wall Street Millionaire John W Gates in Paris
Paris reports John W Gates American Wall Street multimillionaire died shortly after 6 this morning from his illness. His wife held him as he passed. The body will be shipped to New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse on August 16, with widow and young son Charles G Gates and a large retinue accompanying the remains.
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Gates and son collapse as John W. Gates dies
Paris August 9. Mr Gates and his son Charles collapsed this afternoon. Reports say Gates left a fortune of about 40 million dollars with most to be used by the sea, while the wife is well provided for. John W. Gates, famed self-advertising multi-millionaire, dies leaving a dramatic financial and personal legacy. He was born in Turner’s Junction, Illinois, in 1865 and rose from poverty to vast wealth through barbed wire, steel ventures, and oil investments. He was forgetful, famed for lavish spending and a public persona, survived by his son Charles Gilbert Gates.
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Children and women in bloody London labor clashes
London August 9 police clashed with striking dockmen and teamsters as 75,000 workers waged a labor war. Women and children fought alongside men, with 25,000 more expected to join tomorrow. Over 200 vessels blocked, London facing severe shortage of provisions as rail freight handlers strike.
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Roosevelt Leads Arctic Expedition Toward Crockertand
Copenhagen and Aue report the Peary Arctic ship Roosevelt under Captain Hartett sails to Crockertand region to recruit Eskimos and dogs for an Arctic expedition.
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Langley Murder Probe Postponed to Aug 15
San Francisco August 9. The grand jury's investigation of Mrs Langley who killed her husband after reform efforts proved futile is continued to August 15. Mrs Langley will appear for a preliminary hearing before Judge Densy tomorrow.
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Heat Wave Grips Southwest With Third Summer Heat
Kansas City August 9 The third heat wave of this summer grips the Southwest with higher temperatures than a month ago. Oklahoma reports many towns above 100 degrees while Missouri records reach 100 degrees. The heat lingers after heavy rains last week.
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Oklahoma
Missouri
Fire damages at orphan home after dormitory fire
Four inmates at the Ubrich Evangelical Lutheran Orphans home started a blaze in their dormitory injuring none but causing about 200 in damages. The fire followed a denied privilege of a Lincoln Park visit as other children watched. The incident occurred in Aug. 9 at the Chicigo facility, with surrounding authorities responding.
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Ubrich Evangelical Lutheran Orphins
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Mext New York Borrows Money for 216 Million Loan
The Mexican government completed a loan arrangement with Speyer and Company of New York for 216 million dollars. The loan is secured by 4 12 percent bonds that have already been sold privately.
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Ian Gov
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Newerk
Beauzant the pacing stallion dies in pasture accident
Beauzant a 13 year old pacing stallion on a stock farm near Columbia Tennessee died after striking a tree with his head while charging the trunk. His best track time was 2 06 1 2. The incident occurred yesterday and the horse died within seconds.
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Death of Michael Vikarsky in cholera suspected illness
Mase Qheleean and Aue were among those noting the death of Michael Vikarsky a laborer who died here last night. Physicians believe the disease may be cholera though not yet confirmed.
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Explosion Wrecks Vessel Off Moraine In Rotterdam
A ferrite boiler explosion occurred off the port Moraine sinking the vessel within minutes. Six passengers were killed or drowned with several seriously injured according to reports received.
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Chermding
Democrat to succeed Senator Frye from Maine
Porthind Me Aug 9 Governor Pinisted undecided on appointee to Frye vacancy after his death. Senators and public figures note a Democratic successor likely, reflecting Maine’s recent vote and resulting party shift. Frye’s term would have ended March 4, 1913.
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Lang Wins Australian Heavyweight Title by KO in Five
Brisbane reports Bill Lang defeated Bil Squires to claim the Australian heavyweight championship. Lang knocked out Squires in the fifth round, securing the title in Australia on August 9.
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Starvation cure case advances amid illness claim
Tacoma Aug 9 Dorotha Williamson a patient of Dr Link Hazzard who underwent the starvation cure and a relative of Claire Williamson now dead remains hospitalized and unable to recover according to Dr A H Coleman who treats her He notes organic troubles after starvation and an early trial for Dr Hazzard is promised Seattle Aug 9 Dr Hazzard denies starving the Williamson sisters and prepares her defense asserting the cure theory will be explained at her trial scheduled for October.
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Alberta cities seek coal deals to avert fuel famine
In response to possible fuel shortages, Alberta cities have secured cogeg contracts for several thousand tons of Pennsylvania coal. The move follows discussions with suppliers in Pennsylvania and neighboring Manitoba.
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Perkins Jails Contempt Question Sparks Committee Clash
Washington August session saw Chairman Jabley reverse a ruling and press Perkins for contributions to campaign funds. Stanley withdrew citing lack of full Democratic support while Littleton argued the committee lacked power to demand information. The panel failed to decide if Perkins should be held in contempt as he refused to answer. It then moved to seek minutes from subsidiary steel concerns.
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George Perpe
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Cheitman Stanley
Littleton
Vison
Roads Prepare for Threatened Strike
Chicago officials mobilize for possible shopmen walkout on western rails. Meetings planned to present an undivided front and insist wages cannot rise. the best time to act is now as negotiations stall.
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Chicago Railroad
Pope on Throne Nine Years Today
Rome marks nine years since Pope Pius XI began his pontificate as head of the Catholic Church. Thousands of messages arrive from around the world as Cardinal Merry del Val presides over the anniversary celebration.
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Dr Wiley's Prosecutor Is Thimself Guilty
Washington August. Counsel for Dr. Wiley the government pure food expert sprung a surprise today when they forced an admission from Solicitor McCabe for the Agricultural department who recommended Dr Wiley's dismissal for a technical violation in employing a New York expert that had previously approved a payment of a similar expert comlaved by another department.
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Admiral Toc left for Baltimore in private car
In Washington on Aug 9 Admiral Toc departed for Baltimore riding in a private automobile.
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Washington
Admiral Toco
Pendleton Woolen Mill absorbs Racine line with Major Davidson
Major W. S. Davidson arrives as Pendleton Woolen Mill salesman, bringing the Racine line and Indian trade focus. The move expands local production to include Racine goods with new eastern machinery, while Ray Bishop shifts to white trade, keeping the Davidson family in Van Steen, Vermont temporarily.
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Taft likely to veto statehood bill over recall of judges
Washington Aug 9 President Taft opposes the Arizona recall of judges provision and is expected to veto the statehood bill now before Congress. The Senate passed the bill 63 to 18 after Nelson amendment defeat. House action pending. Amendments to New Mexico and Arizona recall terms approved, likely to be sent to Taft for final decision.
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Baker Man Kills Wife Then Takes Own Life
In Baker City on a August evening Dre. Laula Mansfield, a painter, shot and killed his wife aged 26 and then killed himself with a 33 caliber revolver. Neighbors heard the shots and found the two bodies on the latticed porch outside the back door. Jealousy was cited as the motive.
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Laula Mansfield
Alaska Prosecutions Moved Toward Tacoma
Tacoma, Aug 9. Rumors say the federal grand jury to be empaneled tomorrow will tackle the Alaska coal lands cases in a new form. Reports mention startling procedures or peculiarities may be begun as Townsend has not yet reached this city.
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Trainmen Die in Victoria Wreck on Victoria and Sydney Line
A freight train derailed last night near Victoria British Columbia killing fireman R Lane and injuring conductor Robert Walker and a Hindoo passenger. The caboose overturned and Lane was crushed in the wreckage.
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Cameron Dam Defender Near Death in Wisconsin Penitentiary
J. Dietz, defender of Cameron Dam, lies near death in the Wisconsin penitentiary at Waupun from blood poisoning after a wound sustained while fending off a sheriff's posse. His family has been summoned to his bedside.
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Clergy Denounce Astor Force Nuptials in San Francisco
Episcopal ministers in San Francisco denounce the coming Astor Force wedding, declaring the marriage ceremony will not be performed by clergy from their church. The unified stance condemns the nuptials and signals strong opposition among local religious leaders.
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John Doxon Dies in West Plains Mo
John Doxon aged 9 at Vera Cruz battle witnessed General Santa Anna lose a wooden leg while escaping died at his West Plains home last night. He served in the Mexican War and later in the Civil War with the Third Missouri Infantry. For years he carried money for his funeral expenses in a bag tied by a string around his neck.
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Third
Missouri Infantry
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Carrie
Was to Die Today Saved by Petitions in New York
Aug 9 reports Angeline Napolitano, who faced execution for her husband’s murder, was removed from jail hospital after giving birth to a baby girl. Thousands of petitions across the United States spared her from the gallows.
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Angeline Napolitano
Veteran Operator Dies in Louisville Newsroom
Frank B Williams, the first telegraph operator for the Associated Press when the system opened in 1886, died in Louisville at his home after an eight month illness. He served the AP in New York and later as chief operator in Louisville, contributing to the wire service for decades.
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Pitneburg
Steamer Sinety-Theee Sinks After Collision
The Freeh mail steamer Kmtr oo- Hilo Tadey with five Telia steamer Stilvertur wrecks within five minutes. Five aboard perish and three rescued. The Silverton records twenty three of the passengers but fails to locate one more amid dense fog.
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Silverton
Washieter August 9 Transport Rates Debate
Washieter report notes proposed rate changes by the state contractor to cover transportation of coal and mail along trunk lines. Details indicate tentative schedules and a Desetser 13 deadline for action.
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Comiieston Tretay
Alee
General Gordon Shakine Alleges Short Command Span
Memphis report notes Phyndietarns claim General Gordon commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans cannot survive more than a few hours, signaling concerns over longevity and leadership.
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