Birthday of Robert E. Lee Celebrated Across Cities
Confederacy birthday events disrupt business and public life. In Atlanta Georgia on January 26 officers recall Lee’s birthday with public ceremonies. The Georgia Veteran organizations host gatherings, Governor William Alowhagie of Virginia attends as guest. Separate observances occur in Sevenneh and Palmetto areas with local military groups and Confederate veterans wives joining at a hotel dinner in Georgia.
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Atlanta
Lee
Atte and
Vity
Georgia
A. J. Alowhagie
Viechuia
le Toly
Sevennah
Dian
Naval battle near Panama Harbor involving rebels and government forces
Jan 20 reports from Colombia describe a naval engagement off Panama involving three rebel and three government steamers. Vessels Lamaro Hommyaca and Quito reportedly fought in Panamire waters as US observers watched the scene. several ships were sunk and the governor of the province is said to have been killed in the fighting.
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United States
Columbia
Lamaro
Gillan Line
Panama Cana
Oni Pelle
Quito
Cruiner Philadel
Ngion
Jay
Panama
Peabiegam
Ita Cuporin
Mead
Philadelphia
Bay
Tan
State de Wis
Gudger
He Bay
Return of Judge Taft Delayed in San Francisco
Reports from San Francisco January 20 indicate a delay in the arrival of Judge Taft and the Grant arriving from the Philippines. Anxiety grows over safety as officials discuss militia appropriations and a larger federal funding effort at the Interstate National Meeting attended by prominent leaders.
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Francisco
Philippines
Judge Tan
Congress
FIXING THE DISASTER RESPONSIBILITY INQUEST TESTIMONY
New York Central disaster inquest opens with testimony from Robert Myrtle, a signal man, and Mund Tyler, a fireman. Myrtle says he heard the torpedo signal explode after the train passed the danger area. Tyler testifies signals were proper yet rails were slippery.
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New York Central
New York
Robert Myrtle
Iimund Tyler
Myrtle
Tyler
Belfast Disaster Leaves Ten Dead and Fifteen Injured
A wall collapse in a Belfast mill on January 20 killed ten and seriously injured fifteen. All victims were recovered. the disaster involved about eight hundred workers, most of them women, trapped in the mill as the structure failed.
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Helfant
Canal Commission Recommends Panama Route to U S
Washington January 20 President sent to Congress a 40 word message transmitting the supplemental report of the Isthmian Canal Commission. It favors the Panama route for the United States canal project and notes the vote was not unanimous.
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Washington
Congress
Tsthintan Canal Commission
Washington Delegation Seeks $1.5 Million for River Harbors
A Tennessee River delegation met the hows rivers and harbors committee presenting a memorial urging improved navigation and an appropriation of one and a half million dollars to cover expenses for necessary works. The request aims to fund river and harbor improvements and related projects.
Remarkable Gage Occult Science Trial of Albert Patrick
Albert Patrick a lawyer of refined tastes stands trial in New York charged with murder by alleged hypnotic influence over Rice’s valet Charles Baines. Prosecutors allege a forged will aimed to seize Rice’s fortune and claim a confession arose under coercive manipulation. Seattle reports John Henry faces murder charges after a shooting in a saloon wounded Kinney, a bystander.
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New York
United States
Albert Patrick
William Marsh Rice
Agin Patvich
Choris Banea
Rice
Petrie
Palson
Seattle
Jan. Su
John Henry
Henry
Henry P. Kinney
Kinney
Banks Unite To Fight Back Tax Collection
Chicago banks plan united action in response to the latest ruling by Internal Revenue Commissioner Yerkes. Clearing houses are to appoint a delegate to a Washington meeting this week where Yerkes will be addressed.
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Chicago
United
Internal Revenue
Yerkes
Clearing House
Washington
Tenpin Players Gather in Buffalo for Championship
The United States bowling championship draws entrants from across the nation to Buffalo for a week long tournament. Delegations from major cities including New York, Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Toronto, Los Angeles, and others have arrived to compete for the top prizes as the event showcases top amateur and professional bowlers.
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Buffalo
United States
Jon
Tego
Ramibie
Atlantic
Pacific
Pete
New York
Avegely
Atronk
Raripe
Jcoankow
Indianapolis
Detroit
St. Fatty
Wheat market weak with higher New York open closes
New York market reports a weak wheat session with prices opening higher and closing lower. Brokers note a 1,200 unit increase in visible supply and liquidation pressures across the board.
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J. L. Ray & Co
Pendleton
Chicago Board of Trade
New York Stock Exchange
New York
Jan
Tovmasel
Batorday
Chirane Auaenent
Hawke
So. Paul
Union Pacific
Sunny South live bird shooting contest opens in Brenham
Brenham Texas January 20 Prana and other sportsmen from several states joined contestants at the Sunny South live bird shooting content opening today. The tournament runs over several days with an engaging program of events planned.
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Brenham
Texas
Prana
Sunny South
Foxhunters Gather in Marshall for Annual Texas Meet
Foxhunters from across Texas gathered at Hynson Springs in this county for the seventh annual Texas Foxhunters Association meet. The event spans four to five days with events and trials expected to draw many participants and spectators.
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Marshall
Texas
Hynson Springs
Mexico City Shaken Again By Widespread Earthquake
Inhabitants of Bilanche were terrified yesterday by another earthquake that extended across the country. Attle damage was done, however.
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Mexico
Missouri Governor Pardons Convict to Allow Hanging Tomorrow
Governor Dockery refused threats to life and spared no mercy as he pardoned Craft, the convict who led a violent escape attempt at the Jeffxwop City penitentiary. Craft had killed a guard during the escape but is set for execution tomorrow after the pardon to commute nothing.
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Mim
Jeffxwop City
Franking Privileges Bill Passes Senate for Mrs McKinley
Washington January 26 The Senate today passed a house bill granting franking privileges to Mrs McKinley. The action follows earlier house approval and reflects ongoing debates on postal policy and presidential spouse duties.
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Washington
House
Mre. McKinley
Senate
Phae Top Sets Sail to Seek Condor in Pacific Search
Victoria B C July 20 The Phae top departs tonight on a cruise to hunt the long overdue sloop of war Condor. The expedition sails from Victoria seeking Clipper Bay and possible sightings, with naval authorities coordinating the search.
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Victoria
B. C
Condor
Attitude of Officials Pushes Gambling Law Enforcement
An East Oregonian report quotes MASOR HAILEY urging action to curb gambling and public rowdiness. Mayor Halley vows to end boisterous behavior and drinking in town, declaring a resolve to enforce prohibition on gambling and bawdy activity despite opposition.
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Halley
Thane
Moyd
Milton
Philippine tariff bill to be waged in senate debate
In Moor of the senate Allieon appeared after the holiday adjournment and said he would call up the Philippine tariff bill Tuesday afternoon for debate. Rawlins presented a minority report in the form of a bill, proposing limited changes to duties. The military report notes Philippine imports would be taxed at 76 percent of the Dingley rates with further reductions on articles subject to export tax review.
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Whalington
Allleon
Senate
Toon Ra
Toemlay
Philippines
United
Pennsylvenia Politicians Eye Maine County Gubernatorial Bid
In Larceburg Maine December 20 eyes of Pennsylvania politicians shift to Todlana County where the Republican committee plans to rally behind Attorney General Elkin for governor. Campaigning will be vigorous until the convention with campaign pictures already circulating at the state capitol.
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Larceburg
Pennsylvenia
Todlana
Republican
Attorn
Gieneral Elkin
Missouri Pacific Dividend Declared for Stockholders
Stockholders of the Missouri Pacific Railroad receive a semiannual dividend of 2 percent, bringing the total to 6 percent for the year. The previous semiannual payout was 2 percent, maintaining a steady distribution to investors.
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Missouri Pacific
Newark, Jan, W
Missouri Pacific Railroad
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