Prosecution Ahead in Ruef Case in San Francisco
In San Francisco on March 8 Ruef and Eugene Schmitz pleaded not guilty to four indictments charging extortion. Judge Dunne set next Monday to fix trial date as prosecution advances despite Ruef’s appeal for a writ of error. District court of appeals denied Ruef’s prohibition bid, allowing Dunne to proceed with perjury and conspiracy cases.
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San Francisco
Cal
Eugene Schmitz
Dunne
Ruef
District Court of Appeals
Cooper, Hall and Kerrigan
Supreme Court of the United States
Appeal Court
Police Dinan
Shortridge
Agamenta
State Supreme Court
Ramuel
Perkins repays New York Life after political contribution
George W. Perkins former first vice president of New York Life and now with J P Morgan and Co sent a personal check for 54019 19 to reimburse the company for a Republican campaign contribution made from its funds in 1904. He was recently made a defendant on a larceny charge connected with the matter.
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New York
N. Y
George W. Perkins
New York Life Insurance Company
J. P. Morgan and Company
Thas
New York Life
Cmpany
Perkins
Harriman Calls for Government Rail Co operation Plan
E H Harriman president of the Union Pacific says he is ready to push a scheme of co operation between government and railroads. He believes the administration has been too radical and will move toward a spirit of cooperation with big companies including responses to the Reading railroad report. He warns against agitation against corporate wealth and urges common ground for mutual benefit.
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New York
N. Y
E. H. Harriman
Union Pacific Railroad
Washington
Reading Harriman
Reading Railroad
Railroads and Government Urged to Forge Stronger Ties
A leader calls for advancement of a cooperative scheme to eliminate hostile friction between railroad managers, government, and the public. He admits past neglect by executives and stresses building harmony to continue nationwide development driven by railroad enterprise.
Foresters to choose head in Canadian order
Toronto March 8 The executive council of the Independent Order of Foresters meets Saturday to select a new Supreme Chief Ranger after the death of Oronhyateka The favored candidate is Millott G Stevenson of Detroit though born in Canada and the constitution requires a Canadian head with the post paying ten thousand dollars a year
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Toronto
Ont
Independent Order of ‘Foresters
Oronhyateka
Miliott G. Stevenson
Detroit
Mich
Stevenson
Canada
Strother Brothers Not Guilty in Virginia Murder Trial
Culpeper Va Mar 8 James and Phillip Strother were found not guilty of murdering their brother in law William Bywater. After a two week trial the jury deliberated one hour thirty two minutes before delivering the verdict. Judge Harrison praised the jurors for upholding precedent in defending sanctity of home. Mrs James Strother expressed relief and embraced her husband as the courtroom reacted with emotion.
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Culpepper
James
Phillip Strother
William . Bywaters
Harrison
Janes
Ewan
Thaw Defense Rest Pushes Trial Toward Adjournment
New York March 8 news states Delmas Thaw defense rested its case after a lengthy session. District Attorney Jerome weighs next steps while an adjournment to Monday is anticipated to allow Thaw to mature his plans.
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New York
Hary K. Thaw
Delphin M. Delmas
Jerome
Justice Fitzgerald
Dei Mae
Thaw
Delmas
Daniel O'Reilly
Gleason
Howard Nesbit
Harry K, Thay
May FcKenzie
Dietrial
Omca
Nott
Gervan
Honduran Troops Repulse Nicaraguan Forces Near Namasique
From San Salvador a dispatch reports General Manuel Bonilla of Honduras stating Honduran scouting parties attacked the enemy Wednesday near Namasique close to the Pacific coast. Honduran positions held for five hours as the enemy abandoned the town. Honduras claims heavy losses for the Nicaraguans and says rifles and ammunition were captured. The Honduran army is described as enthusiastic and ready for further advance.
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San Salvador
Republic of Salvador
Mar
Preas
Manuel Bonilla
Honduras
Choluteca
Teguciguay
Namasique
Pacific Ocean
Sre
Manuell Bonilla Leads Honduran Attack in Nicaragua
Managua dispatch reports General Manuel Bonilla, president of Honduras, personally led his troops in Wednesday’s assault on Nicaraguan positions at Mamasque. Nicaraguan forces were routed with many killed or captured, while yesterday they recaptured Tuguére after a hard fight, taking several Honduran prisoners.
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Managua
Nicaragua
Manuel Bonilla
Honduras
Mamasque
Tuguére
Constitutional Reforms, Rail Bill Delayed. Archibald Roosevelt Case
The article notes a constitutional amendment submission and a salary increase for the attorney general. It covers a Democratic caucus railway bill postponement to 1908, a telephone inspector bill stalled, and quail protection measures. It reports Archibald Roosevelt's diphtheria case, doctors at the White House, and outlook for recovery.
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State Board of
Thunder Tor
Saratoga Decided On National G A R Encampment
The executive committee met at Saratoga Springs to finalize plans for the forthcoming National En campment of the Grand Army of the Republic. The decision confirms the event will be held this year after deliberations in Zanesville Ohio and Mer. 8 in the report.
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Zanesville
Ohio
Mer
Toga
N.Y
Grand Army of the Republic
Madete
Gefote Ayeeaes
Honolulu Eyes Alarm Over Immigration Policy
In Honolulu on March 8, Attorney General Bonaparte’s opinion warns that revised immigration rules may trigger a flood of European arrivals. Officials fear the policy could strain resources and prompt rapid population growth, affecting local services and labor markets.
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Honolulu
Bonaparte
Sheing
Ae ‘Board
Tration
Pragidant ‘Roosevelt
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