Commission Hearing on Union Pacific Stock Probe Opens
Chicago January 10 Interstate Commerce Commission evidence centers on stock manipulation in Union Pacific bonds, targeting City National Bank and Kuhn Loeb & Co. Witnesses from Milwaukee & St Paul and Southern Pacific questioned about ownership and management. Spokane trip details and potential prosecutions surface as hearings continue with officials testifying in Chicago and Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
Wadely
United States
New York
City National Bank and Kuhn, Loeb &D
Harrian
Commission
Mtn Ink Millions
Diagorge
I. Ho Hin
Vicw
Milwaukee & St. Paul
Southern Pacific
Union Paci
Julie Keutschvilte
Unison
Pac
Seattle
Earthquake Shocks Felt Across Europe and Scandinavia
Jan 1 to Jan 10 reports indicate tremors in Sweden at Arvika Mellenide and Strometad while Yekaterinburg in Russia and Christiania Norway report shocks. Towns across Norway also felt shaking causing alarm and dock reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trissia
Nanwiy
St. Petersburg
Yekateriniurg
Sweden
Stockholm
Arvika
Mellenide
Strometadouwen
Norway
Christtann
Jan
Seven Dead and Twenty Three Missing in Pittsburg Blast
Pittsburg residents mourn seven confirmed deaths after the Eliza Furnace explosion. Twenty three workers remain unaccounted for as relatives gather at the morgue while hopes for survivors fade. One body burned beyond recognition was recovered. views of the deceased are restricted. Coroner and hospital officials confirm the disaster at the plant caused by furnace debris ignition and molten metal showers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Paul Brovanick
le Dging
Kas
Police rethink on Dr Johnson murder case Portland
January 1 report from Portland states the police have abandoned the theory that Dr P O Johnson died by his own hand under a bridge. They now believe it was the work of an enemy or robbers and have the detective force on the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Johnson
P.O. Johnsoi
Emily
Fragmented OCR News Summary of a Local Tragedy
A damaged OCR item describes a hanging incident involving Honey Yearen and her husband, with a colonel and officials named in unclear terms. The second fragment alludes to a burning dock loaded with cotton, mentioning Stowe and Waeraehieg as places or names, though details are garbled.
Three Towns Endure Narrow Escape From Sudden Fire
A fire incident near Martin's Ferry Port Weldon area caused residents of Wheeling and nearby towns to flee as a drunken operator at the control station was blamed for a sudden furnace turning off. Seven people reportedly faced suffocating conditions and close calls during the incident this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Jan
Everoime
Martin's Ferry
Vindieport
Meliale
Rebellion Reports Stir Teheran With Army Formation
Reports from Teheran claim Mire, the late shah’s third son, has raised an army of 10,000 and eyes marching on Teheran. The coronation of Mohammed Ali Hire is set for 32 days hence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teheran
Mire
Shah
Hae
Teheres
Mohammed Ali Hire
Fragmentary Dispatch From Port City
An unconfirmed report from a distant port details ships to New York and towing operations near the mining area. Further clarity is needed as the lines mix names and places, with overdue cargo and mechanical trouble noted in a terse, unclear summary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto
New York
Bourne Declines to Take Part in Portland Contests
The text reports Jonathan Bourne Jr stating he cannot influence the legislature and will not personally engage in electoral actions. It cites a Washington note saying it is impossible for him to take part and that no federal recommendations will be made. It mentions Gamble’s potential re-election by the South Dakota legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boyne
Portland
Washington
Ime
Oer
Monathan Bourne, JR
Bourne
Towle
Ty Bourne
Pendleton
Pollehormt Bose
United
Gamble
South Dakota
Murphy Control Nears Undisputed Power in N Y Politics
Albany Jan 14 The brewing influence of Murphy impacts Democratic leadership in New York as reform legislation faces threats. Tammany Hall aims to secure votes, while the governor confronts pressure from reform advocates and party factions amid calls for policy changes and public appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Polk
New York
Albans
Murphy
Udneha Polineiine
Powder Plant Explodes Trigger Nearby Destruction
Reports from Wilmsport and surrounding towns describe multiple explosions at Standard Powder Company facilities near Biromeleton and Williams mills. Franksown valley residents flee as homes collapse and fire spreads amid shifting winds and aftershocks. Authorities attribute blasts to dry explosions and a possible earthquake influence. One incident near Williams Port caused widespread damage to farms and structures with hundreds of thousands in powder lost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franketown Valley
Williams
Lore
Tiollionwinge
Standard Powder Company
Biormeletalon
Weve
Cherian
Lars Dune Tae
John Walle
Lpeer
Hotes
Seite
Abenraet
Frankstons
Anattar
Festere
Plead Lio Wheat Opens Trial On Sepphil Case
In a late 1 8 session the defense and prosecutors argued the key points of the case. The accused Lio Wheat and co defendant Lee faced questions about the 493 count indictment. Court records show unsettled timelines and motions affecting the forthcoming proceedings.
Harty Gihsonn Bond Case At Court Hearings
A lengthy court examination reviewed the case of Harty Gihsonn charged with concealed offenses. Judge Halley noted the defense by A Newherm, arguing the defendant is not fit for the state fevered court. The trial explored alleged hotel credit manipulation while the defendant sought funds from hotel keepers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harty Giheen
Bushee
Halley
A. Newherm
Gibeon
Walthie
Tom Welling
Seapetae State Report Sparks Local Debate
A fragmented passage notes a local inquiry into expenses and a proposed project. It mentions a figure of 84 000 tied to a public instrument, with reference to a deadline on a Saturday. The text refers to opponents and supporters, and comparisons with another plan.
Whitman College Groom To Wed Beulah Rivkin
Local paper reports the upcoming wedding of Beulah Rivkin to a prominent football player formerly of Whitreein. The ceremony is set for January 22 at the couple's home in Washington with attendees including community figures and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golleate
Fin Raesin
Janus
Geounitedt
Winchington
Whitman College
Rolly
Harriman to Meet With Brotherhoods on Eight-Hour Fight
Dilemmas from conductor and brakeman lodges report coordinated efforts with Harriman officials to advance the eight-hour day. Delegates from Ta Crande and La Grinde rush to Chicago for a personal conference with Mr Harriman as union leaders press for a unified settlement. Further talks planned after a Portland meeting, with joint participation by R, S, N line workers to back a Chicago conference decision.
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Dileogues
Brotherhoods of
Condueters Aul Brektenven
Th & N
Dove
Chiieiro
BOW Harriman
Perion
Conduetor
Ta Crande
Crom
la Grinde
Chicaro
Mertland
Starbuck
Hic
Leonaides
Fim
Maretinitie
McKinney lauds American canal progress in Panama tour
Representative McKinney of California reports to the Scripps News Bureau on U S and French canal work. He notes two years of American occupancy show progress exceeding 1 per cent since French exit and says American methods make canal construction a certainty. He praises total activity and industry observed and urges the president to maintain congressional momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Southern Pacific Extends Rail Line into Mexico
In Mexico Cliv on January 16, Southern Pacific plans a 700 mile extension into the republic, placing it near this city. The project will create a major rail corridor, rivaling the Mexican National, as government plans to merge older lines unfold. Local sentiment hints the government favors Harriman’s influence and may not have set a final policy on railroad operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico Cliv
Mexico
Southern Pacific
Republic
Five Mile Dyke Protection Plan Proposed For Walla Walla
Citizens push to dike the Walla Walla River to shield property from floods. A district petition seeks county court approval, with Henry Prigier and partners forming a committee to survey, map, and propose costs and riprap, concrete, and engineering needs for a five mile dyke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devine
Charles L. Sin
Godwin
Beclines
Elvar
Fondente
Lewiston WHE Donite Banned The DLewistom City Mount
An item from Lewiston reports a proposed site plan for a portion of Plast Park Wing west of the yory rounds. The project would front 110 feet along the park and extend hundreds of feet to the rear, with the development tied to a stormwater and property layout. Trade Tribune notes the approval step and local reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dlewistom
Aihout Jormitery
Headquarters to Pendleton move eyed by woolgrowers
The National Woolgrowers Association meets in Salt Lake January 18 and Oregon executives plan to request moving the eastern division headquarters from Sumpter to Pendleton. Sheepmen cite better access for allotments and business, noting Pendleton’s practicality over Sumpter and urging the shift for convenience and future meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton—Pinchot and
Potter
National
Woolgrowers’ Association
Salt Lake
Pendleton
Blue Mountains Forest Reserve
Oregon Associaion
Burgess
Sumpter
Thie City
Pinchot
Eragingg
Castorn
Bokerite
Forest
Sumpter Ae
Sheen
Tnes
BR. Shetler
Burress
The
State Association
Amalitt
Morrow
Gilliam
Wheeler
Waren
Union County
Interfor Counties
Ryker
Road Supervisor Names Read in County Meeting
In a county session the board released the roster of road supervisor candidates and listed attendees including Weston, Kite, Athene, Davis, and Walring. The document also named several officials and names such as Athens UWA and Vincent Salen in a planning context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chupervisore
Wat Topes
Job Sumieee Weston
Peenk Kite
John Gtah
Nowil Athena
Oath Ayteous
Muh Melego
Midatie
Mi Teott Tehaetuvy Virpseveti
Manet Blade Weshalen
Hvlwek Walring
Mvc Athens Uwa
Lee Davis
Thelple Newey
Vincenie Salen
Whit
Fragmentary Event Note From Local Ledger
A damaged OCR fragment reports a gathering and financial actions at a local bank. It mentions names and places poorly but hints at a pact or agreement and a party with a ceremonial touch. The text is incomplete and reads as a rough summary of a social or financial exchange.
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Commerce Commission
Prowty
Lane
Chemente
Mermiin
Chievre
Voitie
Willam Hockefeller
Sullian
Rogers
Frick
Hiad Torrie
Weinlag
Union Pacific
Muniterou
Warren
Ayilnegur
Ponce
Rogilels Veesed
Prout Goers
Wepitoue TM
Pendiot
Merton
Minster
Vito
Marals
Murphy Control
Hearst
Wilmsport
Tan
D Wloek
MIT
Wililesport
Ox Devon
Wiihamehina
Tair County
Chicago Market Report
Harty Ginhsonn
Stite
Atate
Fordhee Eouine
Ole Ponent
Jim Htl
Wile
Vorner Poothol Tiawer
Opin
Tariwey
AGN
M'Risley
Mexico City
Nevis
Lewiston
Donite
Sheepmer
Blue Mountain Forest Reserve
Sumpter Difficult OF
Dye
Abel
Iin
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