Venezuelan tensions and foreign naval activity update
Reports from Venezuela and the Caribbean describe German and British naval moves near Caracas and Margarita Island amid fears of bombardment and possible intervention. House of Lords and Commons discussions note safe crews and no intent to occupy Venezuela. a French cable inquiry and local petitions in Oregon reference broader tensions around the beef trust and antitrust actions in the U S.
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Germany
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House of Lords
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Caracas
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Cattle Perish in Mount Hood Snowbound Herds
Reports from Wasco County describe a large drove of cattle driven from forests near Mount Hood to the Meadows about five miles east of the mountain. With five feet of snow and no hay for miles, the stock huddled in the meadow amid a heavy forest and face starvation, many perishing in the cold.
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Wasco County
Dalles
Mount Hood
Meadows
Barrett in India addresses Bengal Chamber of Commerce
John Barrett spoke to the Bengal Chamber of Commerce in Calcutta on behalf of the St. Louis exposition. He conferred with Viceroy Carson about India's participation in the fall exposition plans.
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Bengal Chamber of Commerce
Calcutta
John Barrett
Carson
India
Merger of Mexican Cotton Mills Nears Completion
In Monterey a meeting outlined terms for merging all cotton mills in Northern Mexico except two. Over 3 million dollars in capital is represented by firms joining the unified company.
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Mexico City
Monterey
Mexico
Erie Fast Express Wrecks in Cleveland Six Cars Damaged
The Erie fast express derailed on Union Street in Cleveland O today. Six cars piled up and the engineer was killed. The fireman and conductor were fatally injured. Passengers escaped injury.
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Queen & Crescent
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New Hearing Granted for Oregon Stockman William Riggs
William H. Riggs of Welser Oregon, previously convicted last spring of grand larceny for selling a horse he did not own, has been granted a new trial. He has been detained under heavy bond in Aberty. The case highlights rampant horse theft and a regional practice of settling unpaid horses by noting returns, with Riggs facing strong opposition from rivals and friends defending him.
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Oregon
Merhiges
Floods on the Ohio Cause Heavy Losses and River Debris
The Ohio River rose rapidly to 40 feet above low water, tearing pliers from moorings and sweeping away fifty loaded barges ten boats and ten empties. Tugs chase floating debris as farmers flee uplands. Damage tops fifty thousand dollars amid continued rain.
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Dee
Horrible Deeds of Maniac Shocking Attack in Lapeer
John Best recently released from a sane hospital in state cut the throat of a 70 year old man named William Cleger and wounded his mother and daughter with a razor. He attempted suicide by revolver as cries for help drew aid. Laura Bigger faced trial in Freehold New Jersey on December 16 for conspiracy to seize the Bennett estate.
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Hich
John Best
State Insane Hospital
William Cleger
Best
Laura Bigger
Freehold
N. J
Bennett Estate
Judge Gray Angry Rail Removal Reflects Mining Strike
Scranton reports open hearing as Judge Gray presses for enforcement of laws against night work for women and children. Independent operator John Haddock backs union demands, says large companies tried to curb output. testimony supports union rights and readiness to negotiate with miners. San Francisco sees Pacific Cable christening by Lucile Gage as 30,000 watch ceremonies. Three thousand dollars sought for McKinley era bronzes. Montana senator introduces. Mrs. Clark in grave condition from blood poisoning. Denver specialists summoned. Train wreck near Moundville kills two express messengers and injures others. rail removed at trestle caused the crash.
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John Haddock
Minerva
Scranton
Gray
Pennsylvania
Darrow
Haddock
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lloyd
Samuel Gompers
San Francisco
John W. Mackay
Lucile Gage
H. T. Gage
Pacific Coast
Honolulu
Fight for Haiti Presidency Rages in Port au Prince
The struggle for Haiti’s presidency heats up in Port au Prince with General Colin, interior minister and Nord opponent, seeking refuge at the American legation. Gunfire erupts in the streets as chaos and excitement grip the city.
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Negro Republic
Port Au Prince
Hayti
Colin
Nord
Legation
Omnibus Statehood Bill Taken Up in House
McCall introduced a resolution calling open Secretary Hay for all correspondence relative to Venezuela. The omnibus statehood bill was taken up at 2 o'clock this afternoon in the House.
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Washington
McCall
Hay
Venezuela
National Livestock Meeting Heads to Kansas City
Headquarters opened at the Coates House for the National Livestock Association annual meeting. Nearly 2000 delegates expected with total attendance up to 10 000 from all states and territories. Topics include tariff removal opposition and census act amendments. Roosevelt and Congressman Grosvenor are among invited speakers. Kansas City hosts four day gathering with $20 000 raised for entertainment.
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National Livestock Association
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Wilson
Department At Agriculture
New Academy Building Clears Rumor of Faulty Construction
California beekeepers convene in Los Angeles as a rumor spreads claiming the new academy building is defective. A board member says tests show the structure sound and will be completed soon. Beekeepers discuss prevention of foul brood threatening western apiculture and compare it to cholera and mouth disease.
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Los Angeles
Cal
California State
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Jandine Agriculturiste
Library Opening Postponed in Washington DC
Washington December 16 The dedication of the Washington Public Library building did not take place as scheduled due to the Carnegie mess. Andrew Carnegie, who was to present funds to the national capital, has accepted an invitation to deliver the principal address at a later date, with the ceremony postponed by a few weeks.
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France
Carlo Alber
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Miles
Washington, D. C
Andrew Carnegie
Washington Public Library
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L Havens
Mrs Grant Dies at Home After Long Illness
Mrs Daysees S Grant died at her residence Sunday after years of heart disease aggravated by bronchitis. Daughter Nellie Grant Sartoris was with her. three sons were away. Also present were Miss Browne Mary Sartoris a granddaughter Dr Bishop and two nurses. Death came peacefully with her remaining consciousness until near the end.
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Nelile Grant Sartoris
Treaty with Cuba Provisions Effective Upon U.S. Will
General Bliss delivered a draft reciprocity treaty to Secretary Hay in Washington. Provisions become effective as soon as the government defies coal famine in Omaha where packing houses will shut down. In Chicago, arguments in the federal court injunction suit against the alleged beef trust continue.
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Washington, DC
Ceneral Bliss
Cuba
Hay
Bliss
Omaha
Beef Trust
Chicago
Dec
Citizens Talk on Sewerage in Pendleton Bond Vote
City residents express broad support for a sewerage bond issue, arguing that 30 000 is too little and urging votes for 40 000 or more to fund a comprehensive system. Opinions emphasize health benefits and the need to extend mains along key corridors to connect homes and businesses.
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Pendleton Gughton
Utink
Cheetary
Lempke Hangs Self in Barn near Warren Station
China Lempke, 33, a resident of Umatilla County for 15 years, killed himself by hanging in a barn on his Warren Station property. His wife, who found him, is grief stricken. he left a wife and three children. A brother of his, Claas Lempke, died by suicide in similar fashion recently.
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Oloria Lempke
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Mir Lempke
Merchants Targeted By Renewed Premium Advertising Scheme
Local merchants report approached by agents promoting a coupon or stamp ticket scheme that would be distributed to customers for prizes and discounts. The advert promised to funnel funds from out of town promoters who do not invest locally, prompting distrust among business leaders. Misses Reng has resigned as stenographer to join Tarlo Atetrac Company as a clerk, effective January 1, after two years as deputy county clerk.
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Fete Agente
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Dla
Meney
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Missene Eea
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Cracker Creek Stock Pacts Mixed Values
The notice outlines stock values for Cracker Creek Company and related firms. Shares range from Columbia at 1 dollar to North Pole at 5 dollars per share, with various bids and rising interest. Investors are urged to act as first offers appear at Hartvan's abstract office.
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