Sudden Death of Paul Morton Marks End of Era in Finance
New York Jan. 20 Paul Morton head of the Equitable Life Assurance Society and former cabinet member died suddenly from hardening of the arteries of the brain. Funeral at St Thomas Episcopal Church and Woodlawn interment. Morton's death may spur Morgan influence to push mutualizing the Equitable as suggested in reports.
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St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church
Woodlawn
United Prean
New York
Paul Morton
Equitable Life Ansurance Society
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Morton
Busines
Wall Street
Insurance Corporation
Maccassne
Equitable
Morgan
Morten
Morton Munaion
Joy
Wells
Hotel Seymour
Paul L. Kiorhan
Metropolitan Club
Alek Man
BH. J. Herewind
Joy Morton
Feinburg
Railroads and corporate power in early 20th century policy debates
A historical discussion critiques railroads largely owned by frugal American investors and questions the role of corporations in national welfare. It argues for intelligent combinations of capital and labor, government engagement, and centralized coordination to foster harmonious relations and efficient service. A separate note reports Morton’s hotel visit to attorney Kiernan, Kiernan’s denial of meetings, and Kiernan’s travel to Chicago while Moore notes possible prior lunches with Morton. timing suggests no confirmed appointment.
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Maurice J. Moore
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Moore
Chicago
Ambassador Bryce Poised to Retire from Washington Post
London reports say Ambassador James Bryce considers early retirement from Washington. Sir Maurice de Bunsen of Madrid is named as a potential successor. Despite denials, rumors persist. Bryce’slong tenure and extended South American tour fuel speculation about his departure.
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James Bryce
London
Bryce
Washington
Maurice de Bunsen
Madrid
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Pers
South America
Webbington
William F. Sheehan in Dem caucus bid for New York Senate
William F Sheehan a candidate for the New York Senate faced a split Democratic caucus in Albany with four aspirants led by Sheehan Parker Shepard Hil ward and James Gerard The initial 91 votes in caucus fell short of electing him by ten He is a longtime New York Democrat known as fine Eyed Billy The contest disrupted the state Democratic organization and highlighted factional splits over the seat vacated by Chatney M Dee Hew.
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New York
Wilting F. Seehan
Feemay
Sheobin
Fine Eyed
Billy
Shr Han
Ohio State Revenue Amid Proposed Appropriations
Auditor Fullington projects no popular rise in direct taxes or corporate excise levies if legislature approves the requested appropriations. Excise tax remains the primary revenue source, totaling 2,506,000, with Willis tax at 1,200,000 and liquor tax at 2,000,000. Other revenues include inheritance, fees, and miscellaneous items, bringing the general fund to about 286,326.53 with federal and canal earnings added.
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Ohio
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Heither & Out
KFOSE
Grant Mailway Companion
Hanor Trame
Fluarattrate
Nerenue
Dolding
Hotfee Murahal
United States goVerNtot
Selitenn Wind’ Wallers
Railronda
Uae
Minochimneous
Pancratix
Treasury
Help Y de Fond
Fragmentary notes on university fund balances and jewels
The text appears to mention university funds totaling 784 145 81 with an estimated jewelery value and year J 16 009 Yo, referencing treasury balances at Une end. The fragment ends with unrelated words The Last Meow. and incomplete data.
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Shipwreck report aboard Brit Presse lists three missing
The crew of the Brit Presse report a fire aboard the Parladana while sailing from New York to Melbourne. Three crewmen are missing, with the burning ship nearby and the vessel Brit Transport arriving here.
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EAS
Brit Presse Snip
Ow York
Malbourne
Jay Oh
Deadlock in laws legislature over senator election continues
In Des Moines the deadlock over electing a Dol liver senator persists as votes show slight shifts among candidates including Porter Democrat Young Musk Ken yon Byer and ranking figures. The tally remains unsettled with no candidate securing a decisive majority as discussions continue.
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Denillock
Des Moines
Laws
Dolliver
Kenyon
Porter
Young
Musk
Clwt
Ranke
Checks Kept As Souvenirs In Baseball Bubble Debacle
The article reports on a phantom baseball tour scheme where checks worth large sums were pledged as player endorsements. Promoters claim signed players will return valuables or face legal action. A $5,000,000 baseball bubble is referenced as a looming consequence if the scheme unraveled.
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Cineilinath
Jor
Helety
Bluthewain
New York
Ty Hobb
Detroit
Wold
Cytohor Street
Washington
Clih
Harey Lord
Chisago
Pitehoe Mender
Athletics
Raasnan Keene
Cube
Ayeaker
Une Burton Tredox
Rakeman Devito
Livte
Gouvenine
Obe
Naneball
Johnny Boer
Thant
Daniel
Aome
Teague
Danville Inquiry Aims At Widespread Vote Disfranchisement
United Press report from Danville on June 20 describes a grand jury investigation into vote buying and selling connected to the elections. Officials anticipate 5000 to 9000 voters may be disfranchised as a result of testimony and alleged corruption tied to candidates supporters and county officials. The foreman says criminal conspiracy charges may be invoked to probe arrangements and fund flows leading up to the election.
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Henkers Heine
Sina Pyante
United Prena Wire
Danville
Rand Jory
Cannon
Amonita
Uve
Trobe
Woodward
Grand Jury
Freaker Cannon
Kimbaugh
Plott
Lowman
Shepard
Cancer Cure Reported At State Laboratory
A 17 year old is reported cured of cancer after trials at the New York State Laboratory. The article claims a vaccine and complete course of therapy were used, with details unclear due to damaged copy and wire service wording. Significantly, patent activity is mentioned but specifics are not provided.
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United Prove Wire
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Wiready
Clothing Nude Figures Sparks City Club Protest
The Plastic Club led by President Mrs Sarah Patterson protests plans to drape nude figures in a public building in Marrnturg. They argue clothing would promote modesty not nudity while voicing concern over the proposed display.
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Philadylphil
Pa Dan
Barnard
Marrnturg
Plastic Club
Artiata Iy
Mra
Sarah Patterson
Mayys
Clu
Clut
Riwllevad Barburiam
Schenk Testimony Aims to Prove Poisoning Motive Abroad
The defense plans to argue that Albert Schenk traveled to Europe to regain health and that arsenic and lead in his system did not harm him. Prosecutors presented testimony questioning Schenk’s credibility while the defense seeks to show poisoning occurred elsewhere, with doctors and witnesses testifying about drinking water and possible tampering.
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Schenk
Europe
Uhitid
Witewlinn
Bromerulir
Mondlen
Albert Schenk
Belenk
Irscheni
O'Brien
Beckie
Manny Sane
van Jem
Lord Decilg Weds Miss Gould Feb 7
New York society column reports the wedding of Lord Decilg to Miss Gould on February 7. The brief item notes social connections, a notable circle, and mentions several prominent families and guests in attendance.
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Lord Decilg
Miss Gould
Union Clash Delays Charter for Western Miners
At a Pittsburgh district meeting the American Federation of Labor debated granting a charter to the Western Federation of Miners. The issue hinged on whether miners employed in the Western fields would be governed by the United Mine Workers, with credentials and local agency under contention. The credentials of secretary were questioned as part of a larger dispute over union affiliations and potential shifts in jurisdiction.
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In Mines
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Talena
Americen Federation of Labor
Western Federation
Western Mantel
Waris
America
Dawkins
Mite Workers
Jurtedie
International Roechinivte Union
American Federation
Western Federation of Minera
United Mite Workers
Out
Pehtert
Executive Council
American Federation of Labor
Semion
Washington
Weaterth Federation
Uke
Semi Ae
Frangie Feehan
Pittaburg Dietelet Ne
Ueylvittiods
Thotie Ce
Perry
Coloreddale Heaton
Decratary
Rowan
New
Jolt
Lows Ls
Whelinow
Uutden
Libor
Lawski
Kure
Chery Ehen
Higbert
Bigvlow
Deter Balerle
Francia Feo
Pittehorg
Tilly
W. DB. Yoo Horn
Sullivan
Olio
Doles
Tay Alan
Tgie
Hesglutions Committee
Olvie
Andrew Menon Moran
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