Pope Pius X Celebrates Golden Priesthood Anniversary
In Rome on November 16 Pope Pius X marked the fiftieth anniversary of his ordination with a pontifical high mass at St Peter's. Devout believers filled the basilica as dignitaries and lay Catholics from all classes watched the pope enter in the sedia gestatoria to bless the crowd.
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Pope Elected After Death of Leo XIII in 1903
A priest who served in Treviso until 1675 became epis opal ehanestior of the diocese of Treviso, later bishopric roles in Mantua, and was elevated to patriarch of Venice in 1884. Five days after Pope Leo XIII’s death he was elected pope.
Democrats contest Hoosier election results after disputed returns
Indianapolis reports show Democratic state leaders planning to contest Governor Hanly's commissions for Republican victors. Burt New claims victory as reporter of the supreme and appellate courts while George Self is counted by the governor as re-elected. Marion Bailey is reported elected state auditor with Billheimer cited for a larger plurality. County boards admit errors favoring Republicans. Hanly holds commissions pending verification. Steven Fleming arrives from Fort Wayne on party business as Democrats push for court review and seating of New and Bailey.
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Catholics Gather in Chicago for Missionary Congress
In Chicago on November 16 a large Catholic congress brings together over sixty archbishops bishops and abbots from the United States Mexico and Canada. Led by Archbishop Quigley and Fr Francis Kelley the gathering marks the new church standing for the U S and Canada and will send a congratulatory message to Pope Pius on his fiftieth ordination anniversary. The papal jubilee is slated to be celebrated in Rome tomorrow.
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Prominent Men in Convention in Pittsburg
Pittsburg hosts a four day joint convention of the American Civic Association and the National Municipal League at Carnegie Music Hall. Speakers include James J. Hill on natural resources, with Root and John Mitchell also addressing the topic. President McCrea of the Pennsylvania Railroad and G R Taylor discuss railroads and smoke nuisance.
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Haas death by own action ends Heney case at jail
Morris Haas, who shot Francis J. Heney, killed himself in the county jail. Reports vary on how the pistol was obtained, with one saying it was hidden in Haas’s shoe and another claiming a friend secretly passed the weapon after incarceration.
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Heney Resting Easily After Courtroom Shooting
Francis J. Heney remains in satisfactory condition in San Francisco after being shot in the courtroom on Friday by Morris Haas. Surgeons report he slept comfortably through the night and is progressing toward recovery. the bullet is embedded in the left jaw and will not be removed until he regains strength.
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Five Die in Oklahoma City Shootout at Station
Five killed and ten wounded in Okmulgee Sunday as Jim Deckard a Negro desperado battles officers at the St Louis San Francisco station. Sheriff Edgar Robinson and Assistant Chief Henry Klaber are dead, two Chapman brothers are slain, Deckard wounded none, others injured as confrontation ends.
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Liberal party wins Cuban presidential election
Havana reports the Liberal party secured a substantial majority in the electoral college with Maj. Gen. Gomez elected president and Senator Alfredo Zayas as vice president.
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Norah and Aunt Beth Face Picnic Plans and Q
Norah consoles herself with Uncle Larry as Aunt Beth’s broken promise fuels a family tiff. Norah believes Aunt Beth did not mean to cancel the picnic, and she advocates for reconciliation at Watson’s grave gathering. Uncle Larry agrees to drive the big car and invites Norah to join the afternoon picnic and evening dance.
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Theater plans hinge on mutual desire in sparring dialogue
A playful exchange shows a couple debating whether to attend the theater. Both insist the decision depends on the other’s willingness, and they tease about going or staying home. The moment ends with a realization they may miss the start of the third act.
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Postmaster Confesses to Open Safe Ruse Upon Thefts
A country storekeeper and borough postmaster recounted two stamp robberies. In the first he reported to authorities and paid for safe repairs. In the second he admitted leaving the safe open, avoiding injury to the lock while stealing stamps.
Palm Beach Winter Trip Question Causes Humorous Exchange
The Cleveland Leader records a quip about returning to a Palm Beach hotel and forgetting to tip the head waiter, highlighting a light exchange on travel plans.
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Attorney Opens Rockport Office Above Sargent's Drug Store
A legal notice states an attorney will practice in all courts from an office located over Sargent's drug store at the Main and Third streets corner in Rockport Indiana.
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