Controversy Over Curse of Gold Play Draws Democratic Protest
New York critics withdraw support as a special Washington report details opposition to The Curse of Gold. W J Bryan and wife are depicted in the script, provoking labor unrest and calls from party leaders to ban the production. Workers riot and stage protests amid scandalous references and stockholder tensions.
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Christmas Shop Grim Theft Confessions Read in Court
In Cleveland a Christmas shop faces trouble as workers confess to thefts of knit goods, with H Friedman & Co cited as manufacturers. The detective reports show 200 items involved and multiple employees admitting guilt, repeating confessions signed in court. The case details reveal laborer witnesses and the scope of the crime amid holiday prep.
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H. Friedmin & Co
At & Doak
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Stocking theft confessed at factory row
The investigation revealed ten pairs of stockings stolen from a factory and eleven pairs found in a girl's possession. The suspects confessed to wearing stockings taken from the factory. Friedman chose not to prosecute or discharge the women involved.
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Ingersoll Sanity Debate Sparks Chicago Clergy Panel
Chicago preachers debate Colonel Robert Ingersoll's sanity from a mental standpoint. Rev. George A Wallace cites monomaniac traits while Dr. Torrey of Moody Church argues wild assertions do not prove insanity. Other ministers offer cautious views praising his eloquence and questioning mental health.
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Robert G. Ingersell
Gnorse A Wallace
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KR. A. Torrey
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Stop Gas Waste Injunction Sought in Indianapolis Court
A perpetual injunction request filed in Indianapolis court targets gas waste by the Obi Ol company and others. Judge McClure may deny the relief as the Lindlacott charge faces likely rejection. officials urged swift action amid mayoral discussions and governor briefings.
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Judes McClure
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Catfish causes city water outage and dinner of snake
A tiny catfish blocked St Louis water mains triggering a $100 disruption. Fire and police crews evacuated, plumbers disassembled pipes to free the creature. A second tale recounts a dinner where the same party feasted on fried rattlesnake, praising the cook Mr Davis as the feast’s highlight.
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St. Louis
Birthday feast with fried rattlesnake in Denver club room
In a Woodbine cigar store rear room at 1445 Curtis Street Denver Harry Davie celebrated his 29th birthday with a novel Pal tin awake banquet. Snake expert Peter Gruber and guests watched as a rattler was killed and fried in a pan with butter as the meal toasted the birthday.
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Ban on Smoking Near University Halls Urges Abstinence
Chicago reports that the University of Chicago faculty banned smoking around entrances to campus buildings. A bulletin posted at Cob Hall urged students to deter smoking near hallways frequented by students, arguing it was in bad taste and disruptive. Some staff and students debated the tone, but officials insisted on enforcing designated smoking areas.
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Spiteful Caricature of Spofford at Congressional Library
Washington dispatch reports an offensive mask depicting former librarian Spofford created by Simmons. The caricature sits near Spofford’s desk, with plans to repaint it. Birmingham, Alabama notes steady prosperity despite quarantines as industries and home building rebound with significant spending.
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Populists in Georgia Split Sparks Two Factions
Georgia Populists face a near split with rival groups forming after a national convention. Col W L Peck leads a regular faction while Marion Butler of North Carolina chairs a national committee. The state committee upheld Butler aligned policy and eyed a March convention to nominate a governor candidate, with Watson a possible contender who may retire from politics.
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Marion Hutler
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Heaton Sues for Divorce in Oklahoma Residence
Renowned artist Heaton of Washington and New York files for divorce from Adelaide G Heaton, claiming desertion. Heaton asserts marriage in New York City nearly thirty years ago with a residence in Washington, New York and brief Paris stay.
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New York
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Heaton
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Financial Duel in Chicago Grain War Headlines
Wheat trading tight as two grain houses clash in Chicago on December 14. The Leiters Levi and Joseph back buyers pressing for higher prices while Armour and Pillip D Armour short December, having sold millions of bushels to be delivered this month. Laundry advertisement ends uncertainly.
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