Thaw Case Near End as Summations Begin
New York theaters and court scenes recount the Thaw trial as both sides prepare final summations. Justice Dowling expects a late Thursday or Friday jury charge after the prosecution wraps Thursday. Jerome surprises by omitting expert rebuttals while the defense argues legal insanity not proven. Evelyn Nesbit affidavit and Thaw will dispute shape the remaining proceedings.
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Dowling
Thaw
Evelyn Nesbit
A. H. Hummels
Jerome
Harry Thaw
Littleton
Defense changes plan in capitol graft prosecutions
Harrisburg Pa January 28 the defense strategy in the capitol graft cases shifted as Architect Joseph M Huston secured a separate trial with commonwealth consent indicating a possible agreement to testify for the state against co defendants Sanderson Snyder Mathnes and Shumaker. Hustons move surprised counsel while jury selection continued and motions for severance were denied.
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Philadelphia
Commonwealth
Huston
James Scarlet
Scarlet
Sanderson
John H. Sanderson
William P. Snyder
William N. Mathnes
James M. Shumaker
Superinnnd
S and Buildings
Kunkel
Thaw case defense closes as insanity questions loom
In New York the Thaw defense argued manic depressive insanity as a factor in the Stanford White killing, while Justice Dowling queried the nature and recurrence of mania. In Tokyo Hayashi addressed the Diet, announcing Canada immigration limits and ongoing talks with the United States with a settlement likely.
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New York
Stanford White
Pittsburg
Jerome
Wagner
America
Canada
Justice Dowling
Oil tanks on fire threaten Port Hartford town
Two Standard Oil tanks at Port Hartford caught fire today endangering the town. Fire units battled the blaze as flames spread across the facility in San Luis Obispo County, California, with authorities warning residents to stay clear of the area.
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San Luis Obispo
Cal
Standard Oil Company
Port Hartford
France United States sign 20 percent duty cut on champagne
Secretary Root and Ambassador Jusserand signed a Franco American reciprocity pact under the Dingley act. France gains a 20 percent abatement for champagne and sparkling wines into the United States while confirming the minimum tariff on American goods. A joint commission of three members from each side will study possible amendments to trade rules to curb exchange.
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Washington
Root
Jusserand
France
America
Evidence on American Tobacco trust moved to Louisville
The government evidence aimed at proving an unlawful restraint of trade by the American Tobacco company was transferred to Louisville today. The New York record shows the trust’s policy and methods in controlling subsidiaries and manufacturers, alleged to injure independent makers.
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Louisville
American Tobacco Company
New York
2000 Unemployed Men Present Demands At City Hall
Detroit residents sought municipal work after a meeting adopted resolutions urging Mayor Thompson to create jobs. About 2,000 unemployed workers gathered at the city hall and were received by the mayor who promised to press the council to undertake work to employ them. No disorder occurred.
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Detroit
Mich
Thompson
Ohio Supreme Court Upholds Bronson Primary Law
The Ohio Supreme Court affirmed two Common Pleas Court decisions upholding the Bronson primary election law. The ruling declares the law valid and sets a state primary date for February 11. The decision covers contests to the legality of the primary framework and confirms February 11 as the regular primary date.
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Ohio Supreme Court
Columbus
Ohio
Supreme Court
Common Pleas Court
Bryan predicts Democratic nominee will be best available
In Washington Bryan says no one advised his stance on the party’s presidential nomination and that Denver will nominate suitable candidates. He meets with Congress members in committee rooms and attends events as currency debate heats, while Taft’s Capitol presence fuels talk of a future president.
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Washington
William J. Bryan
Democratic Party
Denver
Illinois Professor Karsten Dies of Pneumonia
Urbana notice reports Dr. Gustav E. Karsten head of modern languages at the University of Illinois died of pneumonia. Also dated items note James L. Burkhalter of Galesburg Bank stricken with apoplexy and Cardinal Francis Benjamin Richard of Paris dies of lung congestion, with birth details included.
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Gustav E. Karsten
Urbana
Urbana, IL
Department of
University of Illinois
Galesburg
Peoria
James L. Burkhalter
Farmers’ and Merchants’ Bank of Galesburg
Paris
Francis Marie Benjamin Richard
Nantes
Nevada police bill passes assembly in Carson session
Carson Nevada January 28 The Nevada police bill passed the assembly yesterday afternoon by 31 to 7 and it has already passed the senate.
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Carson
Nev
Nevada
Assembly
Senate
Sin question shocks Senate as Taft cited on slavery
Yesterday in Congress the Senate debated penalties for slave dealing in the Philippines amid charges against Secretary Taft. Senator Hale urged striking those provisions while Heyburn claimed human trafficking persists there. The session adjourned at 4:30 p.m. The House discussed District of Columbia railways and finances, with Mr. Fowler opposing bond secured currency and a central bank plan. Adjournment followed.
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Jan
Houses
Congress
Senate
Taft
Philippine Islands
United States
Hale
Heyburn
HOUSE
District of Columbia
House of Representatives
Fowler
Dairy farmers threaten with dynamite over low milk prices
Milwaukee dispatch reports Waukesha county farmers warning of violent acts to force Milwaukee dealers to pay 10 cents more per eight gallon can. Letters and calls express fear of shipping, with tampered tags and mob activity sighted as authorities brace for trouble.
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Milwaukee
Wis
I*armers
Waukesha County
South
Waukesha
Mother Kidnaped 13 Year Old Daughter in Davenport Case
In a Davenport divorce proceeding William H Hull of Princeton Iowa was legally separated from his wife Mattie Hull. He alleged she deserted him three years ago and went to Chicago. Their 10 year old daughter Evelyn lived with him. Last month Mrs Hull with a Chicago lawyer came to Rock Island stayed at Harms Hotel and asked Hull to bring the girl for an interview. They disappeared the next day and have not been heard from. Hull was granted divorce and custody of the child.
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Davenport
William H. Hull
Princeton
Iowa
Mattie
Chicago
Evelyn
Coldest blast of the winter due in St Paul
St Paul reports a warm spell passed and a bitter northwestern cold snap is expected. Readings show Prince Albert 30 below, Winnipeg 28 below, Devil's Lake 20 below, Moorhead 14 below, and Bismarck 8 below as the coldest spell of the season looms.
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Williams
Prince Albert
Winnipeg
Devil's Lake
N. D
Moorehead
Bismarck
Louisiana Governor Primary Cites Sanders versus Wilkinson
In New Orleans on January 28 the Democratic primary selects the next governor of Louisiana. Candidates are J Y Sanders the lieutenant governor and Theodore S Wilkinson a sugar planter. The state election is set for April. Also Chicago reports General Charles H Howard died in Glencoe of pneumonia after a five day illness. He was brother to Major General O O Howard and began as a private in 1861, later breveted brigadier general for Civil War service.
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Louisiana
New Orleans
J. Y. Sanders
Theodore S. Wilkinson
Charles H. Howard
Chicago
Glencoe
Howard
O. O. Howard
United States Army
Illinoisan introduces bankers bill amid graft and reform fears
Washington and Pontiac reports mix with a Chicago reform confrontation. Illinois congressman McGavin denounces American heiress alliances while McKinney promotes a currency bill backed by major bankers. In Pontiac, Hamlin’s torture case at the Illinois state reformatory triggers a full board inquiry as officers admit extended confinement and the cold water cure amid faltering explanations.
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Senate
Hopkins
House
James McKinney
Illinois
Currency Commission
American Bankers’ Association
Illinois Bankers’ Association
Chicago
United States
Pontiac
Ilinois
John Richardson Given Ten Years
John Richardson, arrested in Davenport for forging checks and surrendered to New Jersey for trial on breaking and entering, was today sentenced to ten years in prison.
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John Richardson
Davenport
New Jersey
Paterson
N. J
Iowa
Mitchell Wants No Office At Mine Workers Convention
President Mitchell announced to the United Mine Workers convention in Indianapolis that he does not seek office after his retirement on April 1. A movement to place him at the head of an advisory board was stopped. W. D. Haywood spoke, praising the labor defense fund of $300,000. Mitchell opposed sympathetic strikes and urged continuation of the contract system.
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Miners’ Advisory Board
Indianapolis
Ind
Mitchell
United Mine Workers of America
W. D. Haywood
Western Federation of Miners
Moyer, Pettibone
School Girls Win Strike After Private Exam Dispute
Carmi Illinois January 28 the 14 high school girls who walked out Friday over alleged discrimination by a teacher were allowed one student to take a private exam. Expelled yesterday, they won unanimously on a board vote and returned to school as a group.
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Carmi
Steel Dividend Declared for New Quarter by U S Steel
New York, Jan 28. United States Steel Corp declares quarterly dividends of 1 percent on preferred and 1 percent on common stock. Dividends are unchanged from the prior quarter.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
Meeting at Washington Breeders' association convenes at 1100 strong
Secretary Wilson calls the fourth annual American Breeders' convention to order in Washington as about 1100 delegates gather. The group includes scientific and practical breeders aiming to improve human and animal life. Also notes the death of John C Hubinger of Keokuk Iowa, inventor of elastic starch and former telephone promoter.
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American Breeders’ Association
Wilson
Hubinger
Keokuk
Iowa
John C. Hubinger
Minneapolis
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