Death of the Mikado Aawaited by Subjects
Bulletin from the Imperial Palace reports Emperor Meiji gravely ill with fever and brain involvement, diabetes developing, as crown prince Yoshihito and imperial princes await updates. Princess Katakura returns from Europe. reports note Meiji unconscious and condition uncertain. The report recalls Meiji’s birth in Kiel in 1852 and accession in Kyoto in 1868.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlock
Malace
Dphysiciane
Poulace
Ageety
Tokio
Prinses Katsura
Europe
Ilness
Westerdiut
Proposes Cure for High Cost of Living in House
Representative Lindbergh of Minnesota introduces a resolution to form no permanent committees on industrial credits and study the economic aspects of regulation. He argues the country rests on false foundations and aims to prevent a future gigantic collapse through a new foundation under regulatory policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stington
Lindbergh
Minnesota
Fouuis
Denial of Revolt Rumor Hits Madrid Dispatch
A Madrid report cites Senor Garossa the Spanish interior minister denying a rumor of a revolution breaking out in Lisbon and Oporto port, spread via a dispatch from Orense. The minister called the claim without basis and stated no revolt has occurred on the Portuguese border.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Spondent of the
Orense
Lisbon
Oporta
Verio
Fuly —Senor Garossa
Fourdal
Oportu
Spain
River Bill Passes In Senate After Conference Action
Washington July 22 The river and harbors appropriation bill carrying about 33 million dollars including 6 million for the Mississippi river improvement was finally passed by the Senate when the conference report was adopted yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Boston Cold Spell Freezes Water Pipes At Store
In Boston on a hot weather day a deep chill hit the city overnight freezing water pipes at a large clothing store with three bubbling drinking fountains. A plumber was summoned to thaw the frozen coils amid the damage and mischief noted in the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mystic Guru Gorham Tufts Jr Sentenced to San Quentin
Los Angeles July 23 Gorham Tufts Jr the Oriental mystic and cult leader was convicted of fraud for obtaining over 100000 from his wife Mrs Roe of Fort Worth Texas. He received a three year sentence after pleading for probation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Cali
Gorham Tufts, Jr
Roe
Fort Worth
Tex
San Quentin
Tufte
Postmasters Under Scrutiny in Republican Campaign
The United States civil service commission will investigate alleged political activity by federal officeholders in the pre-convention campaign amid charges from about 70 offices nationwide, with focus on southern officers and alleged improper use of office influence. Chairman Black leads the commission steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States Civil Service Commission
Chicago
South
Italian naval defeat reported in Dardanelles clash
A garbled wartime report states Italian destroyers were sent to challenge Turkish forts and ships at the Dardanelles. The action began near Chanak and Kalesi, with heavy bombardment from Turkish defenses. The Italian vessels reportedly suffered light damage while the fortifications and town faced bombardment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dardangi
Tt Kalesi
Constanimona and Garrison Voices in Government Review
Fragmentary notes describe government discussion on a garrison issue and the implied revexiied status. The text references authorities and a contested figure or policy, with unclear context and limited readable details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullin
Catlin Declares Election Honest Amid Fraud Claims
A legislative committee report concludes Catlin won fair re election while noting opponents allege fraud. The record cites large expenditures and irregular votes but finds no conclusive evidence of misdeeds by Catlin or associates. Gill supporters push for seating by the committee's stance and party lines.
Mrs Morrow Freed After Husband’s Trial
Mrs Morrow was released as the jury delivered its verdict in a Wisconsin court. She wept as observers described the courtroom scene and the defendant’s attorney Erbstein presented his analysis. A hush fell when the verdict was revealed on the third day amid emotional reactions from the audience.
Morrow Case Heads to Jury in Chicago Court
In Chicago litigation the Morrow case proceeds to a jury after closing arguments by defense counsel and a judge's admonitions. Charles Erbstein opened and Sternmey argued yesterday as Northup prepared for the state's rebuttal. Deliberation was expected to begin in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sirs Fiene
Blor
Clus Menis
Swrge Kersten
Sternmey
Charles Erbsteim
Northup
Chicigo
Jul
Competition in Chicago butter and egg market sparks legal action
A witness from the Chicago butter and egg trade testified in a Missouri chancery suit seeking to restrain a board from controlling prices. He claimed small dealers face pressure from large producers squeezing the market, while others noted the tough struggle to stay afloat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Gutlugi
Ladies Auxiliary Elects Officers in Chicago
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians elected officers in Chicago on July 12. President Mrs Eljien Ryan Jolly of Bucktlet, Vice President Miss 8 Honey Calumet Mish, Secretary Adelia Christy Columbus Ohio, Assistant Treasurer Mary Connely Amsterdam New York, and directors were named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ladies’ Austliary of the
Ancient Order of Hiberniany
Inday
Prident
Eljien Ryan Jolly
Tucket
Calumet
Adelia Christy
Columbus
Ohio
Ant
Arts
Mary Connely
Amsterdam
N.Y
Cost Columbus Seven Thousand Six Hundred to Discover America
Madrid reports new ledger findings from Palos Spain outline the Columbus voyage costs. Fleet armament totaled 2860, personal expenses for Columbus and officers about 406, voyage total 4406, crew monthly wages 1.25 per man.
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Madrid
America
Palos
Spain
Ue Oullay
Christopher Columbus
New World
Columbus
Building methods of Uncle Sam criticised
The Clause committee report on public buildings expenditures faults government methods, flags extravagance and waste, and warns of fraud risk. Chairman Cyril Cling of Indiana presented the findings to the House, stressing no intent to uncover a scandal but highlighting inefficiencies in public service spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cyril Cling
Indiana
National Packing Company Dissolves
Chicago July 2 4 a formal statement shows the method of distributing assets after the National Packing company dissolution. The plan claims assets already divided among stockholders with no joint ownership and notes car lines also dissolved. Federal officials will decide if the plan gains approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Nationa Packing Company
United States
James H. Wilkerson
Todiv
Rollo
the & Trane Fein
York
Fie Amd
J. Ogdenoe
Omaha Packites Company
Plene
South Omaha
Marella Co
Sindler
Ite
Afr
Wilkinson
Packers
National Packing Company
Interiat
Gorreriy
Thei
National Panking Company
Wilkerson
National Car Line Turnvarny
Alr
Altr Erion
Ralph Crews
W. Borders
Henry Weeders
Mrr. Wilkerson
Trust dissolution not urged by steel trust inquiry
Washington reports that the House steel trust investigating committee is not pressing for dissolution. The panel may recommend amending the commerce department act to make investigations accessible to Congress and the president, following friction with former Commissioner Herbert Knox Smith over records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staines
House Steel Trust
Lucias
Department of Commerce and Labor
Bureau
Congress
Herbert Knox Smith
Corporations
Stanley Committee
Withdrawal of Troops Reported Near Juarez
Washing July 2. Air camps disbanded to Lt. Pago as Mexican terrain moves on Juarez. Removal planned soon except for a cavalry regiment. A battalion of infantry a battalion of field artillery and a regiment of cavalry are man here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pago
Juarez
Feid
Cavairy
Wealthy New York dealer held for murder in hotel shooting
George R. Harkness, a wealthy Long Island real estate dealer, was arrested in New York City on a murder charge after allegedly fatally shooting Mrs. Florence Hopp of Lewisburg Pa at a hotel where they were staying. Hopp left behind a 2 year old son in Lewisburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George R. Harkness
Af Seuctiy
Long Island
Florence Hopp
Lewisburg
Foot
Harkness’ Company
Hopp Lesaves
Lorimer Abandons Effort for Vindication in Illinois Senate
Chicago July 22 Lorimer will not seek vindication through the Illinois legislature. Friends say he has no expectation of a new certificate of election from the current general assembly if called into extra session. They expect Lorimer strength to wane as the Forty-eighth legislature meets in January at Springfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
WilHan Lorier
Illinois
Lorimer
Senate
General Assembly
Bpringtelt
Nevada flash flood disaster sweeps camps and towns
In Humiboldi county Nevada heavy rains drowned mining camps and towns near Lovelock and Mayumi with over thirty confirmed dead and a rising death toll. Searchers comb hillsides near Seven Troughs for missing residents as debris flows threaten lower areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feno. Nev
Lovelock Snd
Mayumi
Humiboldi
Nevada
Whitch Waslund
McLians
Muznrac
Bfasurmi
DNA
Ruddell
Mars
Mike Wit- Gli
Sunid Maanria
Afasiiinau
Maptow
Chinese Assembly Vetoes Nominees in Cabinet Shakeup
The national assembly in Peking vetoed all of President Yuan Shikai’s cabinet nominees. Premier Lu Cheng Mashing remains in office but threatens resignation. The assembly opposed some nominees tied to the Tang Shao Yi Tang coalition and criticized certain personal programs. Reports from Hinghwa in PeeRien province note unrest amid the political turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peking
National Assembly
Yuan Shi Hai
Lu Cheng Mashing
Uione
Tang Shao Yi
Ata
Maniac Free From Box After Twenty Years In Lone Farm Cell
Harry Abinshoter aged 60, chained in a four room farmhouse for over two decades, was released at the state asylum where he had lain in a pine box. He appeared real human and walked with difficulty as officials opened the coffin like container. He had no clothing on arrival and his hair and beard were tangled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tivsburgh
Ao Ienesame
Harry Abinshoter
Tie
State Asylum
Dinmwuat
Jr R W. Huschinsens
Anim
Harre Munsinawer
S. Elis
Todiany
Steffens On Stand In Bribery Trial Proceedings
In Los Angeles on July 19 Steffens testified in a bribery case before cross examination by District Attorney Fredericks and with Clarence Darrow present along with Bert H. Franklin. The prosecutor pressed for details on negotiations ending the McNamara trial and Steffens defended limiting publicity as a misunderstanding of the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Cal
Meade
Clarence
Darrow
Bert H. Franklin
Lincoln Steffens
Fredericks
McNamams
Fie
Steffens
Stelens
Bill aims to bar postmasters from political activity
Washington July 1 A House committee report proposes a civil service bill to prevent postmasters and other federal officials from sending delegates to district, state or national conventions or engaging in politically active behavior deemed pernicious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Civi
Navy Bill Faces Possible House Senate Clash Over Ship Cut
Senator Fillman insists on maintaining a $300000 Charleston Navy Yard improvement while the House demands cutting a battleship from this year's program. No decision yet by conferees as talks aim for a compromise to allow one battleship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senator Fillman
Harleston Navy Yard
Election of Catlin Unseated for Corrupt Practices
Washington July 29 By party vote the House elections committee voted to unseat Representative Theron E Catlin of St Louis Republican and seat former Representative Patrick Gill Democrat The panel found Catlins campaign expenses corrupt and that Gill would have won but for money used by Catlins agents The vote was 2 to declare Catlins election illegally effected
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Washington
Catlin
Schae
Fons
Patrick
Gill
Demon i
Gumumniiles Arbi
Twa
Whitch Cid Fy
Jule
House Elections Committee
Theron E. Catlin
St. Louis
Patrick Gill
House
Tman Hamil
New Jersey
Korbly
Broussard
Louisiana
Lenthieum
Maryland
Jacoway
Arkansas
Alien
Ome
Eg Switzer
Gindersin
Minnesota
Nelson
Wisconsin
Young Catlin Engaged to Leader of Society Su Louis
Theron Catlin, son of Daniel Catlin, a retired tobacco magnate, is four years old. Testimony shows his mother a lawyer spent over 30000 to fund his campaign for congress, claims he did not know of the expense. Catlin, educated at Harvard, is to marry Miss Laura Merriam, daughter of former Gov William F Merriam of Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Catlin
Louis
Alo
Congress
Catlin
Harvard
Laura Merriam
William. Ro Merriam
Minne- Bots
Price of Clothing Higher Next Year
New York reports that garment prices will rise for the spring season due to higher wool costs and wage pressures. Merchants and producers cite a smaller domestic wool clip and increased foreign wool prices as key factors behind the hike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Rebels Defeated by Yaqui Indians Near Dolores Mountain Pass
Reports from Juarez describe a massacre of rebels at the Dolores Mountain pass southwest of Madera near the Sonora entry. A Yaqui force reportedly trapped Gen Antonio Hoane s vanguard in a canyon, with about 1 000 Yaqui and only a few dozen rebels escaping. Government volunteers were said to be moving behind Dolores to block rebel entry. Authorities in El Paso await clearer advices before comment.
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Juarez
Rot Nadera
Dolores
Mader
Soners
Antonio Hojne
Ligtores
Rindern
Government Volunteera
Ranjing
Attica Kidnap Case Involving Adopted Daughter Stirring Buffalo Night
In Buffgle New York on July 20 a plan by two women and a touring car occupant to abduct 11 year old Mildred Sloan, adopted daughter of motel owner John W. Bean, sparked a chase from Attica to Burvio. Police traced the car and questioned Mrs Henman F Lehmin 27, who admitted Mildred was her child and that she had divorced Charles A. Deming before Mildred’s birth. The motive appeared to be to seize the girl for personal custody as a city official’s involvement surfaced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffgle
N.Y
Hitle
Attica
Stidred Sloan
John W. Bean
Halfam
Miltred
Mr. Sloan
Sheriff Hart
Genesed Coumty Feduce
Burvio
Toghter
Regan
Henman F. Lehmin
Mildred
Charles A. Deming
Chicago
JSG
Buffalo
Farmer and Family Escape as Lightning Strikes Home
Centerville Maryland July 29 a farmer David D Taylor and his wife were struck by lightning during a storm. The bolt knocked Madge unconscious in bed and flames quickly engulfed the house burning it to the ground within twenty minutes. The couple managed to rescue their three children and escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centerville
Madge
David D. Taylor
Asteen
Judge Hanford's Pacific ties prompt sub committee inquiry
Seattle July testimony before the House sub committee examined charges against United States Judge Hanford focusing on his dealings with the Northern Pacific Railway and related irrigation ventures. The panel highlighted letters between Hanford and the railroad as a key point of interest while omitting Seattle recall context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Wash
House Sub-Judiciary Committee
Togay
United
Hanford
Seattle, Renton & Southern
Fli+ yam
Northern Pacific Railroad
Banton, Irrigation and Power
PARGILL POST Bill FINALLY COMPLETED
The article notes a postal rate debate and final completion of a bill affecting the Pargill Post, detailing new postage rates and provisions. It references government figures including a senator and assistant premier and discusses implications for merchants and public service terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pargill
Woman Shot Man Hurt in Allentown Tragedy
A theatrical man, July Schaefer of Allentown, was suspected in a death by possible suicide after a shooting in his apartments. Evie Schafer, known as Lowanda Frown, previously in Scranton, connected to Lovina Price inquiry, died in the incident. Willian Cree Wad and Faby 22 were also fatally involved or present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allentown
July Schaefer
Lovina Price
Scranton
Faby
Alise Lovins Price
Lowanda
Willian
Evie Schafer
Prape
Allenton
Tenth of Mill Added to State Assessment
Fragmentary note discusses a one tenth mill added to state assessment to raise revenue. Mentions valuation, fixed rate of 1.27, and comparison to prior year with references to regional places and entities, though many details are garbled.
Stockholm Weather Report On Sailing Conditions
A garbled report notes sailors facing calm sailing weather near Stockholm. Mentions Sweden and the Baltic area with unclear dates and names, but references general maritime conditions and a stationary status.
Major Fire Devours Three Warehouses on Main Street
A blaze on Main Street destroyed three warehouses valued at 2 00 each and damaged a car and nearby structures. Report notes the fire caused a $2,000,000 loss with limited stock remaining.
Swats 150 000 Flies In Vincennes Story
In Vincennes evidence points to a man identified as Tie and wr his iv. The young shaft Deed is reported. A separate note mentions a man who killed and was awarded second nits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincennes
Itnk
Louis Setiart
Weishi
Hia
New Golf Record Set at Cove Course
Alex Robertio from the Cove Set a new course record with a two stroke finish. The previous mark was held by Mission Phelps of the Lilthian Elias hie, marking a notable performance for the local golf scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Robert
Misson Phelps
Elias Hie
Negro Babies Better Hummed Than Whites
A New York City health department report notes Negro infants are much better humored than white babies and rarely cry. white infants reportedly cause more fuss, though the document is garbled. The report discusses infant care and temperament observed by department leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Negre Erdings
Giene Burégu
No Torkity Health Department
Tal
AFL to aid London dock strikers amid telegrams
The American Federation of Labor plans financial aid for London dock strikers replying to Samuel Gompers. Delays by Gompers were noted as he said the question would be raised with the English union, but he would not discuss details for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
American Federation of Labor
London
Samuel Gompers
Ann Germpers
Mr. Gompers
Two Candidates for Governor of New York Named
July reports from New York note a Republican slate selecting a national party slate with AC Lehieren and Thames Daan as nominees. At Rochester a district elector slate was named and aspirants for governor included Jeb EF Hedges and James W Wordsworth Jr as potential speaker, with Way B Bennet listed among former House figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Republican Stile Committee
Eldekers
AC Lehieren
Gbroaokion
Thames
Daan
Rochester
Jeb EF. Hedges
James W. Wordsworth, Jr. Formoer
Assembly
Way B. _Bennet
Spee
Pepn
Price of Murder Placed at Two Thousand Dollars
New York police and detectives weigh a theory that the Rosenthal murder was procured by Bald Jack Fogg under police pressure to silence the gambler. Private detectives say the crime involved hired gunmen and shifts among partygoers, with ties to Lieutenant Becker and the police department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Rosenthal
Fogg
Rosenthel
Rose
Becker
Wasterday
Arn
Atorney Whitman
Ttese
Ar Knowledse
Lane
Hn Rosen
Ce Iy
Many Koreans Held in Harbin Connection
More than 140 Koreans were detained by Manchurian authorities in Harbin amid reports of a plot involving Tatsura alleged to mastermind. The detention followed the visit of a former Japanese premier who traveled through the city toward St. Petersburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lan
Harbin
Tatsura
St. Petersburg
Probe Sought Into Forest Service Expenditures
Washington July 22 A special Senate committee is asked to investigate expenditures in the forest service by resolution introduced on the Senate floor. The inquiry aims to reveal misuses of funds and warrants further questioning during the congressional recess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Forest Service
Senate
Clyertia
Unclear OCR Item on Governor and Death Sentence
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a governor and a death sentence. Details are unreadable, with multiple garbled names and places. No clear date or event can be established from the readable portions.
Fenks Named to Chinese Post Amid Finance Adviser Talks
An American professor from Cornell received an offer to serve as financial adviser to the Chinese government. Negotiations focus on terms of his leadership and the scope of the post.
Women adopt men's socks as fashion statement in early report
The article notes women wearing men's socks and garters, highlighting color and style choices while discussing evolving fashion norms. It contrasts men's views of socks and oxford shoes with female ankles and legwear, signaling a shift away from older attire.
Five Sailors Escaped Scalding On Italian Steamship
New York reports five sailors scalded on the Italian steamship Principe Di Piemonte. The captain, Domeniconi, says the men were injured when a branch steam pipe burst, flooding the engine room with steam. The crew were rescued as the ship arrived from Naples and Genoa. five men died in the engine room last Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Principe di Piemonte
Naples
Genoa
Domeniconi
Governor Blease Denies All Charges in Brief Statement
Charleston July 22 Governor Blease issued a statement denying all charges raised by Thomas Felder of Georgia and detective W J Burns. He answers each accusation, including denial of receiving payment for insurance and a $258 check for railroad fare to his home, clarifying the record.
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Charleston
Blease
Thomas BK
Felder
Georgia
W. J. Burns
W. Gentley
Flo
Bantley
Ube
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Civil Service Board
Derdansiles
Chanak- Kales
Sultan
Mrs. Morrow
Morrow
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Uncle Sam
Stanley
Ravalt
Ene
Tate
Chinese Assembly
Kais
Briganos
Gity
Uyi
Native Press
PeeRien
Liwehin
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Box
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NAVY
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Northern Pacific
Bristow and
Ebonrne
Guite
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Toyin Pr Pta
Brispow
Stockholm
Varios
Todas Wits
Nor Qwinis
Sweden
Finhind
Gompers
Federation
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Shapiro
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Deener
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Mintor
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Guna
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Eosenthal
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Rosenthal
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