Government claims to have positive proof against indicted men
Federal authorities press charges tied to a Rochester 1910 convention of bridge and structural ironworkers. A resolution calling for banning explosions during the session allegedly was drafted by a delegate and later found among papers seized from ironworkers’ Indianapolis headquarters. The government says it holds the original document.
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In Association of Bridge and Structural Ironworkers
Rochester
N. Y
Indianapolis
Supreme Court May Object to Initiative Action
The Supreme Court may challenge or halt an initiative action amid constitutional questions. Legal observers note potential challenges from state officials and advocacy groups as the case hinges on interpretive disputes and statutory limits.
Postal package size and express rate reforms proposed
A committee plans to report a bill to raise the maximum postal package size to eleven pounds and set a maximum rate of 26. The proposal also calls for the post office department to take over express companies and lower their rates.
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Post Office Department
Pitney Nomination Sent to Senate for Supreme Court
Chancellor Mahlon Pitney of New Jersey is nominated to be an associate justice of the United States Supreme Court. The nomination was sent to the Senate by Chancellor Pitney.
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Pitney
Senate
Mahlon Pitney
New Jersey
United States Supreme Court
Bandits Take Vandalia Train
Vandalia train held up amid dynamite conspiracy cases. Prosecutors expect suspects to confess and seek clemency as government cites 40,000 letters and telegrams from the international association of bridge and structural ironworkers. Frank M. Ryan and Herbert S. Hockin named as leaders in the alleged operation.
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Jindianapolis
International Association of Bridge and Structural Ironworkers
Frank M. Ryan
Herbert S. Hockin
Byza
Roosevelt order on Indian forest lands may be reversed
Prosecutions claim strong evidence for action to rescind the transfer of 3 500 000 acres of Indian forest land in California New Mexico and Arkansas back to the interior department from the forest service. Attorney General Wickersham favoring the Indians and questioning the legality of Roosevelt's orders. President Taft expected to sign promptly reversing the action.
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Washington
Theodore Roosevelt
White House
Forest Service
Department of the Interior
California
New Mexico
Arkansas
Taft
Indian Bureau
Roosevelt
Wickersham
Mr. Roosevelt
Bandits Hold Up Vandalia Passenger Train Near Liggett
Effingham Ind train No 11 westbound was stopped at Liggett four miles west of Terre Haute about 9:30 pm Friday. Bandits fired on the engine crew as the fireman aided them. the engineer escaped and no valuables were taken. A Terre Haute special with detectives and bloodhounds was sent in response.
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Effingham
Liggett
Ind
Terre Haute
Mormon Protective Stand Resistant to Surrender
The fragment notes that the only protection the Mormons now have remains intact and they would not surrender them.
Free Lunch Initiative Aims at Denver Schools
Denver educators launch a movement to install free lunch counters in the city schools. The push seeks to provide meals to all students, addressing hunger and supporting learning.
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Denver
Secretary Nagel Letter Denounces League Actions
A correspondence from Secretary George Nagel of the Department of Commerce and Labor to the United States Supreme Court criticizes the Anti-Saloon League of Nebraska for opposing his policy moves. The missive frames the League's stance as detrimental to federal aims.
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George Nagel
Department of Commerce and Labor
United States Supreme Court
Anti-Saloon League of Nebraska
American soldiers enter Juarez by mistake
A misdirected unit of American soldiers entered Juarez by mistake causing tension and international concern. The troops were described as new recruits and the incident raised fears of a broader flare up.
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Paso
Juarez
Sensational Charges Reveal Unconsummated Acts of Conspiracy
District Attorney Charles W. Miller discloses an indictment detailing unconsummated acts linked to the Bridge and Structural Iron Workers case. The document centers on Ortie McManigal, once a confessed dynamiter, and outlines nationwide missions of destruction as the government prepares its prosecution strategy.
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Ortie 2B
McManigal
Charlies W. Miller
School Children Strike Halted by Principal Ignation
School children walk out protesting leadership under Principal A. M. Vance. The dispute centers on policy and school governance causing a temporary halt to classes as administrators seek resolution. Public sentiment mixed as students demand changes while teachers urge calm.
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A. M. Vance
National Commission Elects Yuan Shikai to Capital
The national commission elected Yuan Shikai to move temporarily from the capital to Peking for convenience. He is bound over to the district court with New York. A recent announcement said J Pierpont Morgan would bring part of his art collection from London to New York.
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Nanking
China
National Commission
Yuan Shi’ Kai
Peking
New York
J. Pierpont ‘Morgan
London
Covered Sin Sermon Sparks Beatrice Rail Fare Donor
Beatrice hosts Evangelist Lowry who preaches on Covered Sin urging Christians to settle past debts. A Beatrice resident sent $30 to the Burlington railroad after admitting he once beat the rail line out of car fares. Burglars hit Broken Bow stores twice, targeting cash drawers rather than merchandise in recent days.
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Beatrice
Burlington Railroad
the Tabernacle
Evangelist Lowry
Burlington
Broken Bow
York Pastors Push Sabbath Standard Against Sunday Games
York pastors rally to stop the York team from playing in other towns on Sundays in the state league. They urge York to set a standard and show the baseball world that success can come without Sunday games, preserving the Sabbath.
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York
Traveling man’s grip slashed. $50 reward offered
A traveler named A Gier left a grip at the Burlington depot waiting room and, on his return, found it slashed across the sides. He offers a reward of 50 dollars for any information.
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Winnie
Ensen
Bridgeport
A. Gier
Burlington
Charter Day Indoor Meet At University Gym
Lincoln observers report the annual charter day indoor athletic meet held Thursday afternoon in the university gym as part of the day’s celebrations marked by the legislature.
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University
Lincoln
Aes
State House Notes on Donations and Constitutional Ballot
Chancellor Avery travels to Culbertson to discuss funds for ministers and family bequests while a state crop report crew aids the Secretary of State. California plan to submit five constitutional amendments at the upcoming primary ballot includes initiative and referendums, term and salary for legislators, board of education, and other measures.
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Avery
The
State University
Culbertson
Eee
Thomas
Horace
Frances
Wait
California
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Peruna credited for relief from lingering illness
A patient recounts taking three bottles of Peruna and gradually improving after weeks of coughing and pain. She thanks the remedy and urges others with consumption symptoms to try it, stating doctors had failed to help and she now feels cured.
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Bette
He Ah Genevieve Sama Ocean Awe
A speaker reflects on the vast ocean’s expanse making him feel small as he contemplates the boundless sea. The line conveys awe and humility before nature.
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Genevieve
Untitled Reflection on Wisdom and Vanity
A compact meditation notes that only a tool argues others are not as clever, citing approval of Mr. Gompers and avoiding magazine controversy. It frames genius as overrated by those who chase praise.
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Ima
Gompers
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