Lodge Against Popular Will.
Washington February 6 Senator Lodge Republican Massachusetts attacked the resolution proposing direct popular election of senators. He argued the plan would convert the Senate into a second House with two at large members and would surrender federal control of elections to the states. He warned the change could strip the federal government of powers to protect citizens and endanger the union.
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Washington
Lodge
Massachusetts
Senate
House of Representatives
United States
Benitors
President Kerr on Bigger Crops in Oregon
Corvallis Ore February 6 President Kerr of the Oregon Agricultural College says irrigation and dry farming can boost Willamette valley crops by 25 to 240 percent. He urges the legislature to fund a college extension department and establish irrigation and dry farming experiments in Harney valley and a Southern Oregon branch station to promote horticulture dairying and agricultural interests statewide.
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Corvallis
Ore
Kerr
The
Oregon Agricultural College
Willamette Valley
Harney Valley
Southern
Shoe Day on Bowery Sees 6000 Pairs of Shoes Donated
On Bowery the annual Shoe Day was observed in the usual way as 6000 men march the East Side wearing new four dollar footwear and woolen socks. Big Tim Sullivan, East Side statesman, inaugurated and funds the 6000-pair shoe drive each year.
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Bowery
East Side
Big Tim" Sullivan
East Side Statesman
Ferris Seeks Purchase Of Lower California
In San Francisco on February 6 Dick Ferris proposed buying Lower California from Diaz. He said a wealthy syndicate backs the plan and warned that filibusters could be raised if Diaz refuses. Ferris described sending a $10,000,000 offer to President Díaz and suggested a revolution to seize the peninsula.
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San Francisco
Calif
Fed
California
Diaz
Dick Ferris
Los Angeles
Ding
Peninsula
Ferris
Mexico
United States
Sanitation experts to discuss city methods in Minneapolis
Minneapolis hosts a three day session of the American Society of Inspectors of Plumbing and Stationary Engineers starting today. Experts will discuss modern sanitary methods for municipalities during the meeting held in Minneapolis.
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Minneapolis
Minn
American Society of Inspectors of Plumbing and Stationary Engineers
Jeffries Ends Ring Career At Last Word Ultimatum
James J. Jeffries, former world heavyweight champion, declares through United Press that he will never fight again. He says he has retired from the ring for all time and refuses to entertain further questions about a return, calling the issue settled months ago.
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Los Angeles
James J. Jeffries
Jack Johnson
Reno
Jeffries
United Press
Ualted Press
Peru Inquires Over Rifle Purchases Amid War Fear
Berlin cabinet notes no confirmations on reports that Peru bought thousands of rifles from German makers. Authorities deny sales as chatters link shipments to possible Peru Ecuador conflict. Big German dealers deny any such transactions.
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Berlin
Germany
Peru
Bcuador
Manila Sees About One Thousand Quakes In Day
Manila reports fifteen minor earthquakes in the last twenty four hours. Authorities say Mt Taal activity is subsiding and nearly a thousand tremors have been registered overall.
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Manila
Delay Fatal to Insurgents in Mexican Border War
Federal reinforcements under General Rabago reach Juarez as Mexican federalists seize control of the city amid a growing insurgent threat. General Navarro advances with 700 more troops from Chihuahua to back Juarez defense, while delays by insurgent leader Oroczo hamper their offensive. The Juarez battle follows a brief clash with losses on both sides.
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Ruboago
Navarro
Ronute
el Paso
Tex
Rabago
Juare
Oroczo
Varro
Chihuahua
Juarex
Oroezo
Rabbago
Mexican Revolt Fears Rise Near Border
In Huachuca City Arizona on February 6 officials and rebel leaders warn of a border crisis this week. Insurgents move toward Tontchitla amid Yaqui revolt fears as Sonora remains unsettled. Troops bolster frontier posts to curb arms smuggling into border regions.
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Huachucn
Ariz
Tice
Dndinne Im Chie
Tontchitla
Sindloa
Arma
Band of revolutionists seize funds in Tamozka raid
In Sulicin Mexico on February 6 a group of revolutionists robbed Tamozka near Line-Ton, taking 800 pounds from merchants under threats to destroy the town. Blighty insurgents are said to be moving toward Felty. Governor Rede sent 100 troops to counter them, with a clash feared.
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Sulicin
Mexico
Tamozka
Fbelty
Rede
Rebel forces concentrate as march of dead from Juarez reported
El Pato dated Feb 6 reports scattered detachments of federal infantry pressing toward Juarez. Little information comes from south of the city where rebels are said to be concentrating.
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el Pato
Jaurez
Juarez
Battle Looms Near California Border as Forces Advance
Reports from Campe Califi say federalists and insurgents closing in within a few miles of Colantine Valley across the border. Governor Vega of Lower California and the rebels move toward each other, and a battle is expected.
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Ives
Campe
Calif
Vega
Lower
California
Colantine Valley
Lewis attacks asylum site in Pendleton report
State Engineer John H. Lewis contends the Pendleton asylum site is inadequate and undesirable. He warns the state may need to extend the sewer downriver, build a dyke, and employ a reservoir in the mountains for irrigation and possible domestic use, with a railroad spur unlikely, forcing a heavy outlay. He also recommends buying extra land for a new building site if plans proceed.
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Salem
Ore
John H. Lewis
Pendleton Asylum
Pendleton
Lewis
Memorial for Rep Beneertrom Quoted in Ore House Session
In Sat. memory of Representative Beneertrom of Jackson county, who died here, the Oregon house attended the morning session today out of respect. Representatives Buchiahan of Douglas and Jackson counties did not offer remarks on the deceased legislator.
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Satem
Ore
Beneertrom
Jackson County
House
Buchiahan
Douglis
Jackson Giuntles
Chicago Northwestern Train Wreck Near Cedar Rapids
A Chicago and Northwestern passenger train wreck occurred near Cedar Rapids Iowa injuring several passengers. Physicians and nurses rushed to the scene with responders while the extent of fatalities appeared likely. repairs and evacuations followed the crash.
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Nes Moines
Tows
Chicago & Northwestern
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
James Whitcomb Riley Family Denies Paralysis Report
In Indianapolis on February 4, family members of James Whitcomb Riley denied rumors of a second paralysis attack. They stated he is slowly recovering from a recent illness and remains atCuick.
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James Witocome Riley
Tndianapolis
Ind
Fen
James Whitcomb Riley
Cuick
Gould-Desles wedding principals rehearse for press
In New York on February 6 the Gould Desles wedding principals and attendants held a dress rehearsal for the upcoming ceremony.
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New York, N. Y
Feo
Gould- Desles
Archbishop Ryan Condition Improves in Philadelphia
Archbishop Ryan's health shows improvement as of February 6 in Philadelphia. Medical staff report steady signs of recovery in the Catholic leader's condition.
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Philadelphia
Ryan
Good Roads Group Plans Salem Delegation to Lobby Bills
The Umatilla County Good Roads association voted to send a delegation of ten members led by President H. J. Taylor and Secretary S. R. Thompson to Salem to lobby for the pending good roads bills. They will assess amendments and push for passage while also reviewing the eastern Oregon asylum site dispute. Delegation members include T. C. Taylor W. L. Thompson F. E. Murphy R. Alexander C. B. Roosevelt Thomas Thompson and E. B. Aldrich Col. J. H. Raley will join in Salem.
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Umatitla County
Good Roads” Association
Salem
H. J. Taylor
Thompson
Columbia River
California Line
Oregon
Friends of the
Good Roads Movement
Good Roads
Umatilla
C. BF. Roosevelt
Thomas Thompson
E. B. Aldrich
Col
J. H. Raley
Plague Burials Exceed Six Thousand in Harbin
Harbin China reports over 6000 plague victims buried in recent days. About 5000 from the Chinese quarter and 1000 from the Russian quarter. Coffins are burned as pits fill. Health workers face rising deaths. Plague spreads toward Trans-Baikal, with possible railway traffic suspension.
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Harbin
China
trans-Baikalia
trans-Siberian
Manchuria
Washington World Famine Aid Approved by Legislature
The Olympia, Washington legislature appropriated $5000 to aid famine sufferers in China, directing funds to relief efforts and humanitarian assistance.
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Washington World
Olympia, Wash
Negro Murderer on Trial in Queens Graft Case
Officials indicted as a result of the graft hunt in Queens County will be tried during the February term of court. The term opened today at Long Island City, New York City.
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New York
Queens County
New York City
Long Island City
Burton Attacks Lorimer in Fraud Claim Speech
Senator Burton Republican Ohio condemns widespread fraud and dishonesty in the Lorimer election contest. He argues bribery tainted ballots, asserts no valid outcome, and urges action to protect the ballot box and public trust across towns counties and cities.
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Washington
Burton
Ohio
Senate
Pean
Lorimer
Republic
Senate of the
United States
Rie Wins Another Victory in Court
San Francisco February 6. Attorney General Webb failed to obtain immediate consideration of a motion to rescind the Supreme Court order granting Abe Ruef a new trial. Webb argued the court action was invalid due to absent members when Ruef’s petition was granted. Ruef, former boss, was convicted of bribery and sentenced to 14 years.
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San Francisco
Cal
Webb
Eupreme
Abe Ruef
Ruef
Bos
Man kills actress over marriage dispute in Seattle
Seattle report states James Wiakes fatally shot Miles Garna Giliette, an actress from the Armstrong Musical company, after she visited his apartment. He then fatally shot himself, following her refusal to marry him. The shooting occurred after the visit and the fatal act left two dead.
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Seattle
Wash
James Wiakes
Miles Garna Giliette
Armstrong Musical Company
Governor Johnson Names Williams to Head State Banking Dept
Sacramento February 6 Johnson ousts Alden Anderson naming State Treasurer Williams to run the state banking department. Governor Johnson had sought Andersons scalp since the election. Flora Morris of Pilot Rock was among visitors in the city Saturday and Sunday.
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Sacramento
Cal
Williams
Alden Anderson
Johnson
Anderson
Mise Flora Morris
Pilot Rock
Saaturday
King Opens Parliament in Spectacular Ceremony
King George V opened parliament amid a state procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster with Queen Mary and the Prince of Wales. The scene featured the royal robes, Life Guards, a grand throne setting, and a ceremonial speech recorded on parchment. The report predicts major constitutional changes, including a weakened Lords veto and possible Ireland home rule, shaping Britain’s political future.
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London
George
Mary
Prince of Wales
Buckingham Palace
Westminster
Parliament
House of Lords
Duchess of Connaught
Duke of Connaught
Black Rod
M. M. Stephenson
Peerceses
United States
Duke of Norfolk
George V
King
Georgs V
Great Britain
Ireland
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