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Newspaper
The Clayton Enterprise
Location
Clayton, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1906
Page
5
Interesting items from around the world note deaths of public figures in Washington and Kentucky, political nominations, a royal audience for Bryan, a Chilean election, a Pan American congress decision, a train wreck near Springfield, and ongoing debates over tariffs and trusts. The report includes financial and legal actions, disasters, and notable honors across nations and states.
J K Mullen premier Denver flour miller and estate executor Tyson S Dines in a violent confrontation at Mullen’s Ninth and Pennsylvania home after a disputed telephone call. Dines struck Mullen with a dog whip, knocked him down, brandished a revolver, and left as police issued an assault with intent to kill warrant. Mullen, longtime Denver citizen and industry leader, and Dines, prominent attorney, both figures in local society, with court action following overnight.
Judge Landis designates John C. Hately receiver for Zion City as the Zion assets pass to court control. Dowie followers by Dowle lose ownership of Zion property. an overseer will be elected in September to govern spiritual matters while industrial operations fall under the receiver. Dowle absent due to illness. vote planned for all Zion residents.
The will largely allocates the Russell Sage fortune to his widow with small sums set for nephews and a sister who is now deceased. No charitable bequest appears and the estate value is not stated. Executors include Mrs. Sage and Dr. John P. Munn. A clause forfeits the bequest to any beneficiary who contests probate.
Eugene V. Debs urged all U S workers to help free Charles Moyer, W D Haywood, and George H Pettibone, jailed Denver miners in Idaho, even by revolution if needed, claiming over a million workers would rise to demand their release with Debs leading bloodless or, if required, forceful action.
Laramie resident Dekay reports a letter from Lieut Emory Land of the U S Navy saying Land will visit his parents in Gunnison Colorado next month. He will be accompanied by Theodore Roosevelt Jr and George Roosevelt son and nephew of the president. They plan to stay several weeks while Land’s father serves as fish hatchery superintendent.
Justice Luther M. Goddard grants a supersedeas in a Colorado matter involving a railway ticket broker. District Attorney White of Pueblo acts as private counsel for Well, alleging Judge Dixon ordered payment of a fine while Well was in Denver, outside his district. The Well case advances to the Supreme Court. the broker remains free on bond.
The Interparliamentary Union in London adopted resolutions to restrict contraband of war to arms and munitions, uphold immunity of belligerents' private property at sea, and fund future conferences while urging cuts in armaments. Delegates, led by Lord Chancellor Loreburn, were hosted by King Edward with dignitaries including Bryan, Cambon, and Hillhoff attending a royal luncheon. The group toured Windsor Castle and met officials in Buckingham Palace.
The tenth annual Frontier Days celebration in Cheyenne will run August 15 and 16, 1906. The program lists cowpony races, steer riding, Indian pony and race events, bucking and pitching contests, running and barrel races, and special features by cow boys and Indians. The event is organized entirely by Cheyenne citizens as a distinct western celebration.
Ambassador Reid arranged a private audience for William J. Bryan with King Edward at Buckingham Palace. The informal interview included only the King Mr Reid and Mr Bryan. They discussed peace and the Interparliamentary Union with cordial exchanges.
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