21 Dec 1909
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1909
Page
1
San Francisco December 20 A young clearer Frank Wilson faced theft charges for taking $6 to fund a proposed marriage. He claimed the money would cover the license and wedding expenses. The judge showed sympathy and hinted at probation if he stands trial.
A severe cold wave blankets the west slope from central Wyoming to New Mexico. Lander Wyoming hits 20 below zero, Cheyenne 10 below, Al Corona Colorado 22 below, Pueblo 15 below the coldest since 1892, Leadville 18 below, Durango 4 below, and Denver 13 below. Temperatures marginally rise this morning.
H N Morri receiver for the defunct Union National bank announces that the comptroller of the currency has sent checks for depositors totaling 25 percent in dividends. A second 20 percent dividend is expected next January, with full payment including interest by the end of the first year in receiver's funds.
Washington December 20. Both house and senate adjourned for a two week holiday. Horace H. Lurton of Tennessee nominated as associate justice. Senator Depew delivered a Christmas optimism laden address opposing La Follette magazine forecasts on tariffs and resources. Unanimous consent rule invoked for a Tennessee River improvement appropriation. Mandel opposed federal control of dams and water power sites defending Ballinger. District of Columbia appropriations approved at about 10.275 million. Hardy of Texas denounced stories accusing congressmen of corruption linked to ship subsidies.
Dec 20 Sheridan case testimony focused on the defendant's father a confirmed drunkard who died from liquor the sister Mrs Dan Ryan testified Sheridan was irresponsible under the influence and a clash over expert witnesses for the state followed by a tentative schedule for re direct examination and pending jury return Wednesday
Walla Walla voters approve a wet measure by a 622 vote margin after a campaign marked by strong partisan displays. In railroad news, the Utah division Southern Pacific now operates between Ogden and Sparks to move mid winter freight and California orange shipments amid eastern trade pressure.
Secretary Ballinger demands an official inquiry into the Ballinger Pinchot controversy, pressed on Taft with support from top Republicans. The move follows constant charges against Ballinger by critics, and aims to probe the Interior Department from Ballinger’s tenure as land office head to the present. The matter will be a key Cabinet issue tomorrow as lawmakers weigh potential consequences for the Republican Party and conservation policy.
Dr Jane Madriz was unanimously chosen as Nicaragua's president by Congress in a stormy session. At the official announcement cheers erupted as crowds shouted Viva Madriz and Viva Leon. Madriz will assume office tomorrow at 7 PM and urged harmony, free elections, and equal opportunity for all.
In Rosebud Texas on December 20 Associated Prose reports Coke Williams a Black man who fatally shot City Marshal Williams was taken from jail by a mob and lynched. Williams had shot at officers during an attempt to arrest him on a minor charge.
Former United States Senator William A. Harris of Kansas died suddenly at his sister in law’s home in Chicago. Heart disease listed as cause. Harris served as senator from 1897 to 1908 and was born in 1841.
San Francisco December 20 J H Swanson a Norwegian foreman carpenter was shot by Gill Fauchum after Swanson refused further work in a saloon at Seven teenth and Noe streets Swanson is in serious condition.
Burglars attempted to break into the Post Office in Sunvale on December 20 at 1 o'clock this morning, blowing off the outer door of the safe room but failing to gain entry. Two men were sighted fleeing. a night watchman fired shots but caused no effect. Nothing was taken.
Carl Monson aged 17, son of Oscar Monson of Middletown, witnessed a railroad train for the first time today near Calistoga California. He was accidentally trampled to death by his father's horse as the animal was startled by the train.
A major fire at the Arding and Hobbs department store in Clapham, southwest London, caused by a broken electric bulb igniting celluloid goods. The blaze broke out during a storm with the store crowded, spanning five floors and an acre, destroying the building and costing about 2,500,000 dollars.
In a Magistrate court in Atlanta, J A Carter, a well known lawyer and Confederate veteran, stabbed and probably mortally wounded client Jellent J A Smith who stabbed the attorney in return. Smith accused Carter of failing to prepare his case after accepting a fee. Carter was arrested and will recover.
San Francisco ex policeman Walter Carroll who died by train is identified as the bandit who terrorized the city. Dr Henry Noland and Gleason drug store staff viewed the body in San Jose. a note reveals the self inflicted death.
Chicago reports an advance of four cents per dozen on fresh laid eggs, raising prices to 46 cents a dozen. Weather and poor country roads hinder supply movement, a factor noted as contributing to the higher price.
Tong King Chong editor of the Chinese Free Press and secretary of the Chinese society of Free Masons, described as the most powerful Chinese organization in the country, was arrested on an indictment for a murder tied to the Yoo family and On Yiek tong feud. The report notes a standing $50,000 Pekin reward for Sun Yat Sen’s capture and mentions Victor Brandt visiting Hot Creek amid local delays before Elyfieldfield road developments.
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