Maryland and Missouri Split Electoral Votes in Close Returns
Unofficial returns show Taft leading in Maryland by a slender plurality with expectation of a divided electoral vote. Missouri counts favor Taft with a 15,153 edge for Hadley and a governor lead of 15,148. Official canvass ongoing. exact totals await complete county results.
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Von Buelow Interpellations Spark Reichstag Debate
Berlin November 5 Reichstag members gathered amid empty ministerial seats to press Chancellor von Buelow for explanation of the imperial interview with an unofficial Englishman. Four interpellations were moved by Socialists, a Radical and a Conservative, but a large majority voted to postpone discussion to a later sitting. The outcome suggests von Buelow may win broad support in the chamber.
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Bryan and Taft Exchange Congratulatory Telegrams
In Lincoln Nebraska on November 5 Bryan sent Taft a telegram offering congratulations and best wishes for his administration. Taft replied from Cincinnati the same day thanking Bryan for the cordial message. Taft spoke at the Woman's Foreign Missionary society conference, receiving enthusiastic applause and a wave of personal congratulations as the crowd waved small American flags.
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South Dakota Divorce Mills Knocked Out by Election
Sioux Falls reports indicate the new South Dakota divorce law was approved by a large majority. The amendment requires one year residency to file for divorce and mandates hearings at a regular court term, ending secretive proceedings and aiming to curb roaming divorce filings. The law takes effect after official canvassing in December, ending the previous six month residency rule.
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Noted Cuban Dead Likely First Cuban President Palma
Thomas Estrada Palma former head of Cuba’s provisional government and later president of the Republic died last night. Born 1835 in Bayamo he pursued law in Seville before joining Cuba’s fight for liberty enduring imprisonment in Spain and exile in New York. He long claimed the Cuban presidency dating back to the 10 Years War and saw his election after the Spanish American War as a restoration of his rights.
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Principles to Triumph Bryan Makes Statement
Lincoln Nov 5 Bryan issues a statement saying it is impossible to analyze returns yet. He expresses confidence voters will support reforms in the democratic platform such as campaign contribution disclosure, popular senate elections, ending private monopolies, labor laws, tariff cuts, depositor protection, railroad regulation, and Filipino independence. He praises the national committee and says he gave his best effort to victory, words cannot express his gratitude for Democratic devotion over 12 years.
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France and Germany in a new tiff over Africa
Germany insists on an apology from France for Casablanca incidents and refuses arbitration. Paris officials express unease but expect Germany to seek diplomatic humiliation rather than a direct settlement. An extraordinary cabinet meeting ratified France’s firm stance while offering conciliatory options to resolve the deadlock. ngoại
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D. A. R. Close Session in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Ill Nov 5 state conference of the D A R closed its session with no major contests and described as one of the most successful. Elected officers include Regent Mrs John C Ames Streator Secretary Mrs C E Dickson Jacksonville Treasurer Mrs G Elwood MacGrew Chicago Historian Mrs Edwin C Walker Springfield and Vice President General Illinois Mrs Charles V Hickox Springfield Mrs Frederick W Beeker Chicago and Mrs Ralph Emerson Streator were nominated for Vice President General with Beeker withdrawing in favor of Emerson.
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Fowler Seeks Speaker's Job in 61st Congress
New York November 5 Charles N Fowler chairman of the banking and currency committee and NJ fifth district representative announces candidacy for speaker. He polishes his platform proposing a seven member board of managers to direct legislation now controlled by the speaker of the house. Fowler is an eight time election winner and Yale alumnus who overlapped with Taft’s time but not in the same class.
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Pension plan for Methodist missionary workers in Ohio
In Cincinnati on November 5 the Woman's Foreign Missionary society of the Methodist Episcopal church closed with pensions for relieved missionaries. Mrs. W. F. McDowell of Evanston Illinois wife of Bishop McDowell was elected president.
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Chinese Battle Fleet Second Squadron Leaves Amoy
The second squadron of the American battleship fleet under Rear Admiral Emory departed Amoy on Nov. 5 to join Admiral Sperry’s first squadron at Olongapo. The ships, guest of China since Oct. 30, were met with a marked contrast to the indifference seen on arrival.
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Receiver for auto company faces bankruptcy in New York
Involuntary bankruptcy petition filed yesterday against Rainier Motor Company with New York offices and Saginaw Mich factory. Petitioners Pembroke C. Chrysler William J. Higgins and Hartford Suspension Company name receivership to recover debts and allege transfers of 3000 dollars to Saginaw bank and secured attachments on the Saginaw factory. Assets exceed 200000 dollars. liabilities about 220000 dollars.
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Hazers Expelled at State University Says President
Urbana IL Nov 5 President Ed mund J James of the University of Illinois declares hazing will not be tolerated and any student found guilty will be dismissed from the university He notes the board of trustees rule requires dismissal for hazing and cites past action while condemning hazing as vulgar demoralizing and dangerous sport
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