Senate probes 15000 for World’s Fair printing funds
Senator Gobin seeks Auditor General records on 15000 spent for printing and binding for the World’s Fair Commission. He asserts the payment may have come from unused funds but finds no clear ledger trail in the commission papers. The senate recessed, then resumed, naming Goblin as teller for the Jan 1 vote before adjourning to Wednesday at 4 PM.
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Gobin
Senator Goblin
Auditor General
Superintendent of Public Printing
Senate
Goblin
Grobin
Daller
Colorado Republicans Aim to Oust Walcott in Legislature
In Denver a joint session of Republicans nominated United States Senator Walcott to succeed himself by unanimous vote. A formal ballot in the legislature may split the caucus as some Republicans resist. Efforts aim to unite Democrats, Populists, and disaffected Republicans to defeat Walcott and elect another Republican.
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Colorado
United Press
Denver
Col
United States
E. O. Walcott
Wolcott
The Bartlett Scott Abduction Story Discredited
Private dispatches from O Neill Holt County indicate the Bartlett Scott abduction tale is fiction. The county treasurer remains under 70000 dollars bond awaiting Supreme Court action while the hoax is seen as a plot to shield him and enable departure from the country.
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Bartlett Scott
United Press
Omaha
Neb
O'Neill
Holt County
Vott
Supreme Ourt
Striking Shiva Idle at Edgar Thomson Works
Braddock Pa Jan 2 The Shiva strikers gathered near the Edgar Thomson works but caused no disturbance though drinking heavily today A plan to start a Ferro Manganese furnace is set for tomorrow with no resumption at other furnaces for a day or two Police keep order as workers remain in place while tensions ease temporarily.
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United Press
Braddock
Edgar Thomson
Carlsbad Sprit Water and Salt Promoted as Genuine Remedy
An advertisement urges readers to buy genuine Carlsbad Sprit water and salt, warning against counterfeit imitations. It stresses authentic imports with the Elsner Mendelson Co. signature and invites readers to request a pamphlet for details.
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Carlsbad
Elsner& Mendelson Co
New York
Labor Strike Threatens Steel Works Idle Workers Mount
About 200 men remain at work while 1,400 are idle due to a strike. If furnaces stay closed beyond three or four days, the steel works may shut as well, risking about 3,000 idle workers.
Railroad Coal Operators Seek Uniform Prices in District
In Pittsburg on January 2 the Railroad Coal Operators' association discussed price uniformity. The group vows readiness to meet those harming price stability and aims for one district price via Columbus talks. District data show many mines paying 54 to 60 cents per ton, with a likely march to 65 cents or less next Monday.
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Railroad Coal Operators' Association
United Press
Pittsburg
Railroad Coal Operators’ Association
Columbus
Ohio legislator proposes rail system linking county seats
An Ohio lawmaker pushes a plan to connect every county seat by electric rail. In November the state logged 146 rail accidents, 22 deaths, 46 injuries, and a high volume of coal traffic with record shipments elsewhere amid industry shifts and new tunnel and engine projects at key mines and lines.
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Ohio
Potter's Rheumatic Pills Offer Radical Cure Claim
Chronic rheumatism and related conditions are promised cures with Dr Potter's Rheumatic Pills. The ad claims elimination of uric acid diathesis at the kidneys and lists Scranton, Pennsylvania, Matthew Bros as seller at eight dollars a box.
Peace Dangers Rise in China Japan Peace Talks
Washington January 2 hostilities loom as Japan doubts Chinese good faith and urges swift negotiations before Foster arrives in Hiroshima. Japanese officials deny any welcome or honors for Foster and warn against adjournments while urging direct talks to avoid Pekin’s fall.
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United Press
Washington
China
Jagiura
Pekin
John W. ‘Poster
Foster
Hiroshima
Mr. Foster
Japan
Kurino
United States
John W. Foster
Extra Session Probable as Currency Bill Stalled
Washington Jan 2 reports indicate a Democratic caucus may be held this week to decide action on the pending currency bill. President is said to hope for progress on the Carlisle bill before March 4 and may face pressure for an extra session if Congress adjourns without relief. Democratic leaders warn a Republican House could push a banking measure, though specifics remain uncertain.
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United Press
Washington
House Democrats
Congress
Carlisle
Capitol
Pottsville Scandal Investigation Continues At Almshouse
The ongoing inquiry into alleged almshouse abuses in Pottsville Pennsylvania resumed at the courthouse after a short break. Witnesses testified with some corroboration and one man was linked to a $600 fund intended to influence stewardship, though the name was not disclosed.
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United Press
Pottaville
Cimehouse
Samuels
Jenkyn
Court House
Lissie O'Brien
Steward Hartman
Chicago Stock Market and Oil Market Highlights
Jan 2 report shows cattle receipts at 15 000 head with mixed quality from common to extra steers. Hog receipts near 000 head with weak to heavy market. best grades around 0 4 more. Sheep receipts 1 000 head with price spread from inferior to choice. Oil opened weak with slight gains and high early price at Pittsburgh.
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Union Stock Yarda
Stockera
Raiio
Nlves
Hoge
Buffalo Stock Market
Hufulo
Shepp and Lambe
Euse
Canada
Stock Market Opens Bearish on First Day of Year
New York opens with bearish sentiment as $2,100,000 gold export to Europe looms and gold reserve nears 84 million. Reading reorganization abandonment and senior mortgage foreclosures fuel weakness while professional bears drive most selling. total volume 14,726 shares. Quotations supplied by G du B Dimmick for William Linn Allen & Co in Scranton.
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United Press
New York
Europe
Earle-Olcott
Tribune
G. du B. Dimmick
William Linn
Allen & Co
Spruce Street
Scranton
Market Summary Mixed Farm Names and Livestock Prices
New York wheat and corn futures show modest activity with export demand steady. Beef and pork markets soften while dairy products hold firm. Buffalo stock market notes cattle, hogs, and lamb receipts and price ranges. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup advertised as teething remedy for infants.
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Gaye
Gange
Eliy
South America
Pennsylvania
Western Dairy
Malhe
Malie
Elgins
State
Western
Bouthern
Imed
Monier
Administrator's Notice Estate of Hanson Carpenter
Letters of administration granted to Fannie M. Carpenter. All claims against the estate of Hanson Carpenter of Boranton Pennsylvania must be presented to the administrator at 1700 Sanderson Ave Scranton PA. William Alles & Katzky Attorneys for the estate.
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Hanson Carpenter
Boranton
Pnnsylvania
Fannie M. Carpenter
Sanderson Ave
Scranton
Willamd
Alles & Kxaty
Hatate
Money to Loan and Wanted Help in Scranton Area
Advertisements propose loans of cash in Scranton and nearby areas with references to bonds, notes, and payment terms. Several want-ads seek work in delivery, porterage, driving, meat business, or general labor from men with character and references. Public notices list local lumber and building materials from Sullivan County and Tioga Elk counties.
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Boston
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la Luzerne
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Weston Mill Co
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Leslie
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Sanderson's Pharmacy
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Dickson Manufacturing CO
Wil A
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