Presbyterians pick Los Angeles for next General Assembly
The Presbyterian General Assembly selected Los Angeles California as the next meeting site. A lobby claim said a commissioner pushed for Los Angeles on behalf of a railroad interests, fueling debate during the vote which ended 287 to 149 in favor of Los Angeles.
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Presbyterian Assembly voices unity and creed revision
The General Assembly adopted resolutions calling for annual collections for the Tract Society and urged prompt votes on creed revision. It sent fraternal greetings to the new Presbyterian Church of Mexico and prayed for its growth. A list of 128 deceased Presbyterian ministers was read, and new committee members, including John Wanamaker and Robert C. Ogden, were announced.
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Taylor
Rochester
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J. Roge Stevenson
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J. W
W. 8. Taylor
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John Stone
J. Ross Stevenson
J. Willis Baer
Louis H. Severance
Cleveland
A. E. McDonald
Presbyterian
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Robert C. Ogden
Methodist Episcopal Church South closes fourteenth quadrennial session
The fourteenth quadrennial General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South adjourned sine die at 145 o'clock this afternoon in Dallas Texas after being in session since May 7. Delegates began departing for home yesterday and there was a brief quorum hunt during today’s session.
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Dallas
Tex
General Conference
The
Methodist Episcopal Church South
First woman to hold U S office of surveyor general of logs
Mrs G Fred Stevens of Duluth is named by Governor Van Sant to fill the unexpired term of her late husband as surveyor general of logs and lumber in the Duluth district. She will serve until January next.
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G. Fred Stevens
Duluth
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Corbin
Young
Woods
Emperor William
von Plessen
Prince Henry
Work of Senator Fairbanks aids Indiana public buildings
The Indianapolis Journal reports on Senator Fairbanks leading success in boosting Indiana public building funds. The Postoffice Department adjusted Indiana postmaster salaries, approving boosts in several cities and preserving key state allocations.
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Mystery surrounds attempted murder of Daniel Hill in Chicago
Chicago May 26 Investigators probe a weekend attempt on Daniel Hill a Board of Trade operator and partner of corn king George H Phillips at 797 West Monroe Street Detectives report progress but offer no motive or theory Inspector Shea predicts key developments soon Hill remains bedridden and is not expected to recover quickly though it is reported he rests easily for now
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United States Oil Company to become United States Coal and Oil
Stockholders meet June 2 in Portland Maine to change the company name and raise capital by 910 shares of 25 dollars each to 6.25 million. Funds will acquire Island Creek Coal Company West Virginia which controls 30000 acres of bituminous land. Island Creek has 3.5 million in capital and no debt. Funds also cover railroad link to Norfolk Western and cash for equipment to mine two million tons annually.
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Norfolk & Western
World’s W. C T U Convention Set in Geneva in June
The sixth biennial convention of the World's Women's Christian Temperance Union is called for Geneva, with meetings planned in June 183. Geneva was chosen as the most convenient and English-speaking center on the European continent.
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World's Women’s Christian Temperance Union
Geneva
Quebec Chamber Hears Certiorari Petitions Transfer Case
In Quebec on May 26 Judge Andrews heard petitions by Colonel Gaynor and Captain Greene seeking writs of certiorari to move Montreal proceedings to Quebec. On the prosecution's request, notices of petitions were ordered to be given to ce ne la fontaine entreal and argument continued until Thursday next.
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Senate debate on lynchings and Philippine policy in May
Senate discussion centers on lynching investigations led by Gallinger and Patterson remarks on Philippine independence. Patterson cites Denver News editorials while Foraker and Hoar clash over McKinley proclamation. Bailey warns against broad condemnations. Session ends after debate on fortifications and Philippine bill.
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House adjourns after tie vote on private bill in District case
Washington report: House recessed to complete District of Columbia code measures after a day of heated debate over a private discharge bill for Michael K. Muller. A 73 to 73 tie was confirmed, later corrected, and the bill passed 74 to 72 amid jubilation. An agenda delay was set for Decoration Day observances with recess until 11 the next morning.
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Sulzer
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Niagara visit by Rochambeau party ends with West Point departure
French mission members who attended Count De Rochambeau statue unveiling in Washington enjoyed a Niagara Falls excursion with Ambassador Cambon and the President's commission. They toured the Gorge Railroad, visited Table Rock and Lewiston, and crossed into Canada before returning to the East. Countess Rochambeau received flowers from Sisters of Mercy pupils.
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Gaulois Arrives in New York for Washington Monument Event
The French battleship Gaulois, with the French mission for the Ro Chambeau monument unveiling, docked in New York from Annapolis. US battleships Kearsarge and Alabama and cruiser Holana followed thirty minutes later, exchanging salutes and anchoring off 34th Street. A party of French visitors toured West Point by boat Dolphin. Mayor Low called for flags to honor the visiting nation.
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Despondent Murray Woman Ends Her Life in Paducah
Mise Delia Wilcox, daughter of Capt. T. H. Wilcox a prominent Murray Ky citizen, shot herself through the heart with a pistol in Paducah dying instantly. It is believed she was despondent over a love affair.
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Porch Climbers Protection Policy Ad
Patrons warned of burglars and sneaks with goods and chattels at risk. United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company offers coverage to underwrite loss and damage. GEO W PANG BORN, Manager, Lemcke Building, Telephones 140.
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Fidelity and Guaranty Company
Geo. W. Pangborn
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