Settlement Doubt Lingers as Steel Strike Extends
The sixth week of the steel strike ends with no settlement in sight as unions and manufacturers stand firm. Shaffer refuses to discuss potential moves while conferees await another meeting with US Steel executives to arbitrate differences. Local plants report general satisfaction and a planned McKeesport parade is canceled for fear of disorder.
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Pittsburg
Shaffer
Scadents
Amalgamated Association
United States Steel Corporation
P. M. Arthur
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Arthur
Anti-Robbins Impeachment Row Delays Texas Session
In Austin on August 24 the abrupt end of the Robbins impeachment push sparks moves to delay further action and push for a new investigation resolution. friction on the House finance committee hints at avoiding next week action and likely another special session.
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Austin
Texas
Robbins
House Finance Committee
Meeting of Passenger Agents Sets San Antonio Fair Rates
Railroad officials from I G N E K S A P S A & A P and others gathered in San Antonio to fix October excursion rates for the Big Fair. Rates include Class A B C structures with specific sale days and a special Railroad Days schedule. A trolley tour showcased city parks and Fair preparations to visiting rail executives.
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Menger Hotel
Dan J. Price
Palestine
Joseph Hellen
Houston
Southern Pacific
R. Daniels
Dallas
M. K
R. L. McKibbin
G. J. Bass
Homer Eads
I. & G. N. J. H. Douglas, San Antonio, Train Master, Southern Pacific
Varnes P. Brown
The
Fair Association
J. M. Vance
K. H. Jenkins
San Antonio Traction Company
8.B. Weller
Newton-Weller-Wagner Company
John W. Kokernot
Brown
Vance
Lupton
Southern Pacifice Ae
Sap
Katy
Jenkins
San Pedro Springs
Brackenridge Park
Alawy City
Attorney General Opinion on Witness Fee Payments in Texas
The opinion states sheriff advances to witnesses on second attendance are legitimate state costs. It holds that refunds to the sheriff are proper as costs, funded by the state, per Article 1098 and Chapter 19 provisions, and cites Sparks v. State. Comptroller and district clerks are advised to process such claims as state charity-like costs.
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Austin
Tex
RK. H. Love
R K. H. Love
Capitol
Jefferson County
Harris County
Ecourt
District Court
Sparks
Dbe. Simmons
Comptroller's Department
Peculiar Killing at Stout's Mountain Mines
A free for all among miners at Stout's Mountain mines ends when John Jett is stabbed in the nose with an umbrella tip. He collapses and dies an hour later at Birmingham hospital.
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Sunday Light
Birmingham
Stout’s Mountain
John Jett
Jett
Big cattle deal seals 3000 steers for November
Fort Worth August 24. B. Burnett of the 66606 ranch sold to F. B. Harrold of Fort Worth and H. A. Price of Waxahachie for November delivery three thousand feeder steers for ninety thousand dollars. Mrs W F Gohlke and a daughter return from Boerie and are at home on Craig Place Laurel Heights.
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Fort Worth
B. Burnett
F. B. Harrold
H. A. Price
Waxahachie
W. F. Gohlke
Boerie
Craig Place
Laurel Heights
Settlement Reached In Huntington Heiress Case
San Francisco August 24 The dispute over Collis P Huntington's estate ends with a court settlement. Princess Clara Hatzfeldt relinquishes all claims to a daughter's full share and travels with the prince to a country home near London. The payout totals 6 million dollars with 4 million to be paid by Mrs C P Huntington and 2 million by H E Huntington.
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San Francisco
Calif
Collis . P. Huntington
Clara Hatzfeldt
London
Princess Hatzfeld
C. P. Huntingon
Southern Pacific
H. EK. Huntington
Cotton Market Opens Steady Amid Alarm and Poor Prospects
New York August 24 The cotton market opened steady but down 2 to 6 points as weak English cables weighed on sentiment. Banks and exporters remained cautious while private crop reports showed bullish signals with rain issues noted across the belt. Southern markets rose on demand from Fall River spinners and alarmed exporters, while Liverpool anticipated a larger decline on yesterday’s close.
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the Chronicle
Texas
Fall River
Liverpool
Washington
A Dirty Brute Attacks Man Refusing Pay Then Is Shot
Eureka Springs Arkansas August 24 ex policeman James Kigeren alias Kizer attacked Dr L D Fuller from behind at the calcium fountains on Main street. Fuller defended himself and killed Kizer after a brutal assault. Fuller was left severely injured and may die. Fuller had refused Kizers demand for 2 50 for police services and Kizer swore revenge.
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Eureka Springs
Ark
James Kigeren
L. D. Fuller
Kizer
Dr. Fuller
Smuggling Ring Alleged In Nogales Census Admission
Treasury officials accuse a Nogales Arizona ring of allowing large numbers of Chinese to enter the United States for bribes. Arrests have been made including Nogales collector Wm M Hoey and deputy Chinese Inspector B F Josey and Frank Howe with another Clifton Arizona Chinaman. More arrests expected as payments of 50 to 200 dollars are cited. Hoey appointed a year and a half ago from Indiana.
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Washington, D. C
Treasury
Nogales
Aviz
United States
Wm. M. Hoey
B. F. Josey
Frank Howe
Clifton
Ariz
Hoey
Indiana
Denmark to Sell Danish West Indies by December
The king and new cabinet decide Denmark must dispose of the Danish West Indies. The rigsdag largely supports the sale, though $3,750,000 is seen as too low. Final approval is believed assured and ratification may occur in Washington in December.
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Denmark
Danish West Indies
Rigsdag
Associated Press
Washington
Texas Cotton Crop Report Shrinks By One Million Bales
Texas cotton crop for the year estimated at 3 250 000 bales by its mills, down one million from last year. One hundred fifty mills in Texas and Indian Territory plan to feed 500 000 cattle and about as many more on a second feed.
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Fort Worth
Texas
Indian Territory
Beaumont Oil Rate Changes Prompt Texas Movement
Beaumont Texas August 24 new petroleum rates take effect next Thursday sparking a wide oil staff movement to Texas. Producers have booked contracts and shipments begin on the date named with many small firms nearly selling their entire supply. Wells on the hill are expected to supply up to 100000 barrels daily as storage tanks and tank cars become critical while price terms range from 1 1/4 to 30 cents per barrel.
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Beaumont
Texas
Schley Letter Response Ends Navy Action on Howison Interview
Acting Secretary Hackett today received Admiral Schley’s reply to the department letter declining to question Rear Admiral Howison about an alleged interview reflecting on Admiral Bebley. The department regards no further action in the Howison incident as needed, leaving it to the court of inquiry.
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Washington, D. C
Hackett
Department
Howison
Bebley
Lemley
Llewison
English financiers protest Cuban rail rate revision
London dispatch reports English financiers who control most Cuban railways protest to Governor General Wood against proposed rate revisions. They note a new Cuban government soon to be established and suggest future dealings on the matter. Van Horn interests coordinate with English parties on railroad construction and operation in Cuba.
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London
Wm. van Horn
Wood
Vanhorn
Cuba
Peple
A Brutal Killing in Nashville Leads to Justifiable Homicide
In Nashville on August 24 Dr J W Versod of Galletin was shot and killed by Homer Richey at Oison Springs after Richey defended his wife from Herrod's assault. A coroner's jury verdict found justifiable homicide and the sheriff did not arrest Richey, who later went to Carthage to surrender.
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Nashville
Tenn
Mrs Frank Fiset Injured In Austin Runaway
Mrs Frank Fiset wife of a prominent attorney in Austin was seriously hurt in a runaway. She was thrown to the ground and carried home unconscious.
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Austin
Texas
Frank Fiset
Lubbock explains his changes in Texas treasury system
In a letter from Austin dated August 24 ex Governor Lubbock states he did not alter the comptroller’s system but shifted treasurer collections to the bank of James H. Raymond & Co. and later alternated monthly with First National Bank of Austin. He notes no deposits were made or authorized and monthly cash settlements were made, with indemnifying securities limiting after years. He declines to comment on Wortham’s plans.
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Texas
Abbott Artesian Water Company
Abbott
Hill County
Comptroller’s Department
Runnels
Wilbarger County
Sutton County
Coleman County
Attorney General's Department
Dodge Today
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Teagarden & Shumate
A. Tredway & Sons
Dubuque, Town
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Sunday Light
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House of Representatives
W. M. Brown
Brown
James H. Raymond & Co
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Republic of Texas
First National Bank of Austin
Prolonged Strike Signals Extended Labor Dispute
In New Orleans on August 24 the Master Painters end all talks with journeymen, saying the strike may continue until the workers concede. Relations with boss builders and carpenters remain tense, and bosses blame walking delegates for fueling trouble.
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New Orleans
Milwaukee first British transport loads horses amid security cordon
New Orleans reports intensified police patrols around the Milwaukee after an anarchist attempt to damage a prior ship. Deputies watched from skiffs along the river to prevent an infernal machine, ensuring the Milwaukee remained safe from arrival to departure.
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New Orleans
Milwaukee
Mechanician
Governor finds cash shortage but proves funds present
In Jackson Mississippi on August 24 Governor Longino visited the State treasury and counted cash on hand finding it short of over $108000. A recount two days later confirmed the amount and the missing money was replaced in the vault. The governor issued an card with the facts while the state treasurer offered an explanation casting doubt on the cashier. No shortage exists but critics call it political juggling.
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Jackson, Miss
Longino
Beet Sugar Industry Report Boosts U S Production Prospects
The Treasury Bureau of Statistics received a report on the beet sugar industry by British Consul Wyndham. It states the United States may soon grow enough beets to produce sugar valued at about a hundred million dollars annually, reducing imports.
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Washington, D. C
Treasurery Bureau of Statistics
United States
Wyndham
Alger Seen Likely as Witness in Schley Case
Special to the Sunday Light notes Secretary of War Russell A. Alger will probably be summoned as a witness in the Schley case. He may be questioned about what the signal corps knew of Cervera’s fleet at Santiago harbor and the transmission of this intelligence to Admiral Sampson. General Shafter’s reports to Alger could bolster his position if he testifies.
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Russell A. Alger
Schley
Signal Corps
Cervera
Santiago Harbor
Sampson
Shafter
Alger
Santiago
Cuba
The Austin Bank Failure Investigation
The First National Bank of Austin closed on August 4 and the audit shows deposits and available cash of 400000. This amount includes cash on hand and funds due from other banks, excluding loans and discounts. The bank may reopen later this week after a final decision is made. Receiver Yerkes has not issued a statement.
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Austin
Tex
First National Bank
Yerkes
Sayers
Waller Baker Considers Entering Texas Governorship
Austin, Aug. 24. Hon. Waller Baker of Waco is reported to be seriously contemplating a bid for the Texas governorship. Baker, in town this week, has friends among legislators and his name is repeatedly linked to the race. He has hinted he would accept the duties if he had the strong support of a sturdy ticket, which could shift the political horizon.
Test of new Emer Fort Clark drills and moves
Fort Clark Texas August 24 Troop C Twelfth cavalry returned from a four day practice march using field rations and equipment. They conducted maneuvers outpost duty front and rear guards and simulated enemy country with Captain J J Hornbrook in command. Major Kendall and Captain Rafferty inspected Camp Eagle Pass and Lt Guthrie prepared for ordnance exams in New York City. O N O clubs plan weekly hops in the post room and shirt waists trend among locals amid warm weather. Sergeant Callahan left for San Antonio and Eagle Pass baseball teams passed Spofford en route to Uvalde.
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Ft. Clark
Texas
Twelfth Cavalry
J. J. Hornbrook
Stewart Powrie
Kendall
W. C. Rafferty
John R. Callahan
Coast Artillery
San Antonio
Eagle Pass
Spofford
Uvalde
Harris and Little Visit from Austin For Weekend at Home
State Senator Theodore Harris and Representative John L. Little arrived yesterday from Austin to spend Saturday night and Sunday at home.
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Theodore Harris
John L. Little
Austin
State legislature debate on bonds and judicial districts
Austin delegates push to raise state treasurer bond and regulate state funds deposits. A bill creates twenty one depositories with bonds and monthly balances, limiting loans to 250000. Debate covers bank handling of funds and proposed judicial district realignment amid adjournment plans.
London Crew Sails for New York Relay Pound Race
A London team sent a wrenabekee boat carrying several athletes to New York for a relay pounds event at the Shanuock course.
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Wrenabekee
New York
Carrelay Pounds
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