Harriman Heirship Trusts and Wealth Across Ladies
New York reports that Mary Harriman becomes the world’s richest woman under her late husband’s will and will be guided by Charles A. Peabody and Robert Lovett in managing the estate. The will omits Harriman children, hinting at possible separate trusts for them, while Mrs. Harriman may continue Arden House's development. a list of other prominent widows and their fortunes follows as context.
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Charien A. Peabody
The
Mutual Life Insurance Co
Pedodge
Robert 8. Lovett
United Prem Wire
New York
Wall Street
Mary W. Harriman
Edward H. Harriman
Charles A. Peabody
Mutual Life Insurance Company
Harriman
Union Pacific
Southern Waclfle
Lamet Thant
Tragic collapse buries workers at Chicago construction site
A three story brick building under construction at Kanne and Mill Waukee avenues collapsed on the Northwest Side at 9 30 p m. Seventeen men were buried with three bodies recovered by 10 15 p m and seven rescued, with at least five more feared in the ruins. One identified victim was Martin, a member of the Andersop contracting firm.
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United Prom Wire
Chicago
Kanne
Mill Waukee Avenues
Tulna
Martin
Andersop
Building Collapse Kills and Maims in Martin Construction Site
A building under construction in Martin collapsed trapping workers in a half finished basement. About 100 volunteers, police, and ambulances joined a large rescue as five men remained missing at noon. Seven injured were taken to St Elizabeth's hospital with one fatal prognosis. The sole identified victim was Martin. other injured workers are identified as laborers.
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Martin
Bt. Eilzabeth's
Police push new clues in Italian children murder case
In Utica New York police seek fresh leads after failing to identify Michele Rizzo as the killer of two Italian children found shot in a ravine Sunday night. Surviving witness Fannio Infusina could not name Rizzo, and most suspects in custody have been released except two, including Theodore Rizzo who denied involvement.
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Hy United
Wira
Utica
Fannio Infusina
Michele Risto
Aesaanin
Chine Brophy
Rizzo
Michele
Rixeo
Theresa Procopio
Procopio
Mia. Procopio
Theodore Rizzo
Upheaval in Illinois Republican Party Forecast at State Fair
United Press reports gossips foresee a major GOP upheaval in Illinois as Governor Dunne seeks to wrest party leadership from U S Senator Lorimer. Cullom plans another Senate bid while the governor arriver at the Springfield state fair to announce his candidacy. The Cullom camp counters that the veteran senator remains strong and will survive challenges.
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United Press Wire
Chicago
Taft
Deneen
United States
Lorimer
Cullom
Springfield
Dencon Ia
Denson
Anlying
Disaster at Tarareni Market Kills 200 In Sudden Blast
Wire despatch from Tangier reports a powder magazine explosion in the High market of Tarareni province killing about 200 and injuring a similar number. The blast wrecked most homes, scattered debris through the crowded marketplace, and left many residents appealing for aid.
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Tangier
Tarareni
Migh
Bankers Convention Debates Central Bank and Deposit Guarantees
Delegates at the American Bankers association gathering in Chicago on the final day moved to concrete votes on postal savings, deposit guarantees, and the proposed central national bank. Western delegates vow to press the central bank plan, while opposition to postal savings and deposit guarantees grows. James Forgan of Chicago spoke on bank supervision and management sources as nominations progress for officers and next year’s meeting.
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United Proms
Chicago
Art
American Bankers’ Association
Central National Bank
Reynolda
Postal Savings Bank
Deposit Biarantes
Thie
James Forgan
First National Banke of Chicago
Porter improves after fainting at Union Pacific event
William S. Porter, president of the Associated Oil company of San Francisco, fainted yesterday at a gathering with former Judge Lovett and Union Pacific executives. He passed a comfortable night and is reported in a much improved condition with a rapid recovery.
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York
William $. Porter
Associated Ol Company
Ban Franciscn
Tudge
Lovett
Union Pacific
Porter
Kaiser's lecture ends great German maneuvers disbanded
In Germany at Mergentheim on September 17, Kaiser addressed officers from rival red and blue armies as 120000 German troops completed maneuvers. He wore a marshal’s uniform and held the wand of office while critiquing some officers and praising others before declaring the disbandment of the army.
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Proms
Mergentheim
Germany
Kaiser
Bugies
toMmcers
Skull Crack in Ohio High School Fray Ends in Injury
In Coshocton a 14 year old student Marty Kirk suffered a skull fracture after fell fourteen feet into an open cellar while trying to avoid fighting with seniors during a high school class rivalry. Surgeons removed portions of the skull as recovery odds were uncertain. Mayor Hamilton issued a proclamation banning further chases and ordered police to prevent further class clashes.
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Ty United
Prem Wire
Coshorton
Kasora
Marty Kirk
Coshocton Nigh School
Kirk
Havers
Sophmores
Hamilton
Doctor Cook Not a Faker In Polar Claim Debate
Washington officials and naval officers debate Dr. Cook’s polar claims as several astronomers dispute discrepancies while others defend his data. A prominent navy officer notes the scrutiny must include latitude weather and complete calculations, while Professor Stockwell cites a notable inconsistency in Cook’s account of April 7 and the midnight swing of the northern wind.
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United Press Wire
Washington
Cook
Peary
Brooklyn Explorer
Hut le
United States Coast and Goodetic Survey
John N. Stockwell
Genk
Tarver
Enrethl
Brockwell
Profesor Stockwell
Arctic Circle
Bradley
Rexinnia de
Gonk
Henson
Naval Observatory
Debate Over Cook’s Latitude Readings Aboard Arctic Expedition
A scholarly discussion critiques Cook’s latitude figures and the role of weather, instruments, and refraction in polar navigation. Experts note portable sextants yield approximate results, while foundational readings and instrument precision affect claims of reaching the pole.
Bomb explosion kills at Calabrian fireworks factory workers
Naples dispatch reports a firework factory blast in Riace Calabria killing at least twelve. The plant was demolished and many injured. rescue teams recovered several bodies and others remain missing. Cause unknown whether accident or foul play.
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Naples
Riace
Calabria
Leader Shot in Pelahatchie Serenade Tragedy
In Pelahatchie Mississippi on September 17 J C Walters a wealthy farmer shot and killed Alex Laehal leader of a party protesting a marriage or elopement. Walters enraged by his daughter's marriage conflict paced his room for hours before the serenade of about a dozen girls arrived and the tragedy occurred.
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United Press Wire
Pelahatchie
Miss
J. GC. Walters
Alex Laehal
Manino
Oldest Catholic Prelate McCloakey Dies at Louisville
The Right Reverend William George McCloakey, Catholic bishop of Louisville and the oldest prelate in the United States by years and tenure, died at 7 o'clock this morning.
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Louisvilla
William George McCloakey
Louisville
United
Earle Faces Backlash Over Soul Mate Plot and Clamp Bake
New York reports Artint Ferdinand Pinney Earle, famed for platonic soul mate ties, has returned from Europe and secluded himself in Monroe New York awaiting a planned clam bake to ease local ire. Townsfolk refuse to attend and urge him to stay in Europe, while past spouses and friends mock his arrangements and warn of further scandal.
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Europe
New York
Ferdinand Pinney Earle
Eurega
Gertenda Roel Din
Barlo
America
Earle
Wile
Hegetther
Miss Dunn
Mandy
Wilh
Dunn
Parle
Monroe
Julia Kitten
Harth
Mind Kuttner
Mist Kuttner
Rafla
Monrow
Taft Works Peace Tune With Wisconsin Republicans
President Taft toured Wisconsin averting factional rifts amid GOP divisions. He invited ex Governor Hoard to ride in his carriage and greeted Governor Davidson while warming to La Follette and Stevenson adherents. Taft’s Wisconsin visit included stops at Marquette University and the Soldiers’ Home before traveling to Ta Crosswe.
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Dy United Press
Milwaukee
Wis
Taft
Remirgents
Amile
Hoard
Wisconsin
J. O Davidson
la Vollette
Stephe
Chicago & Northwestern
Chicago, Milwaukee& St Paul Road
At & A
National Bank Closes Its Doors in Burnside Ky
The First National Bank of Burnside closed its doors this morning. Percy Johnson, State Banking Examiner from Lebanon, will take charge. The bank formed from two Burnside state banks and had a capital stock of 000. It appears the bank was a heavy lender to the Huntington Produce Company, led by President W. Stewart. The Huntington debts would be wiped out, and the bank would reopen in a few days.
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Ite Joguin
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