New Year Festivity at the White House in 1900s
A grand New Year reception at the White House drew hundreds to the renovated mansion with officialdom, diplomats, and military leaders in attendance. Among the guests were Italian ambassador and Michael Herbury, British ambassador, and various U S officials, governors, and senators as diplomatic greetings and toasts occurred amid ceremonial processions and regimental displays.
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Siper Malyor Des Hondes
Michael Herbury
Rendi
Venet
Cota Om
Senor
Gonsalve
Desperate Thief Apprehended After Robbery Attempt
A New York thief nicknamed Gooitman was arrested after attempting to cut a woman's diamond ring from her hand during a street attack. The assailant struggled with police and was captured after a chase, suffering injuries but later taken to the station house for processing.
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New York
Matthew
Mart
Lawie
Biae
Aptang
Tito
Goodman
Weathered Revelers Trigger Fatal Fall in Turbulent Night
A chaotic scene unfolds as revelers mishap leads to a fatal fall amid a crowd. Eyewitnesses report a toppled pillar and strained footing as emergency crews respond. The incident occurs during a festive gathering with brief weather warnings noted. Authorities investigate possible crowding and safety lapses at the event.
Lowe Murder Trial Hears Defense Claim Mental Illness
In a dramatic courtroom session John C Lowe’s murder trial features the defense arguing temporary mental derangement. Witnesses describe Lowe’s fits of emotion and alleged abuse by his wife, while doctors testify on Lowe’s mental state and the impact of nervous strain. The defense aims to show Lowe was not fully responsible for the tragedy as prosecutors contend the act was deliberate.
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Lowe
Tim
Fo Muthy
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Nichols
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Becan
Reese
Judie Alton
Justice Alien
Roa
Kannan
Prescott
Linn County
Askad
John Giewe
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Insocka
Loewe
Jona Bawe Wan
Fanny Lowe
Crandall
Wichite
John
Popekn
Stormont Hopital
Riva
West
Wit
Jello
Dia Jonn
It Costs Money Has Spent $1000 a Year in Excess of Salary
A local official or employee is cited for overspending above salary, with figures showing an annual excess of about $1000. The report notes the financial impact on the department and outlines regulatory or corrective steps being considered.
How the Money Melts Governor Stanley's Expenses Rise
A Kansas newspaper column discusses the cost of being governor, noting Governor Stanley’s salary and daily handkerchief donations. It highlights the drain from church groups and the governor’s office, arguing that official duties and social obligations consume substantial funds beyond the $4,000 four-year governor’s fee. It mentions figures like Mackey, Clark, and Nofusger in state politics and comments on the balance between public funds and private income, with references to events at the state capitol and surrounding political maneuvering.
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Kansas
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Brurney
Stanley
Overnor Stanley
Amy Mteank
Ehough Wendress
Leven
Halley
Baliey
P. A. Nofusger
Kansas City
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Manly Fslenda
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Odell Sworn In For Second Term In Albany
Governor Odell was inaugurated for a second term with a grand ceremony. National Guard units and many dignitaries attended as Odell urged that capital and labor work together and warned against legislation favoring one side over the other, saying such brinkmanship could threaten state welfare.
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Albany
Odell
Qo National Guard
Odellaid
Gifts of $900000 to Wall Street Staff Mark New Year
New York January 1 gifts on Wall Street this year included substantial bonuses at several houses. At J P Morgan & Co employees received a 11 percent bonus on yearly salaries, with additional raises from 10 to 2500 dollars in some cases. In total gifts and salary increases are expected to reach about $900000 for 120 staffers.
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New York
Wall Street
Christine Peesecia
Couple Found Dead in Butte Room After Suspected Poisoning
An elderly couple, Mr. and Mrs. Joby E Johnson, were found dead in their Haran area room near Mra. Clark in Butte Mant. The coroner reported violent symptoms and possible poisoning. The case directs scrutiny toward a suspected poisoning incident with a connected inquiry.
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Joby E Johnson
Haran
Jormein Ivins
Town Deserted In Oil Belt Stampede To Defend Claims
An Evanston dispatch reports all able residents fled to the old lands opened for oil exploration. Locators are armed and ready to defend claims. The outlook for conflict is described as bloody as men gird for confrontation with rifles and pistols.
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Tribune
Evanston
Wya
Uintah County
Wyoming
Elf
Hyanston
Tia
Tuthy
Max Tullow
No changes at all Charien WW Cody chief clerk to Every Agent
Coded fragmentary note reports no changes in the freight department and that Santa Fe officials deny plans to leave. Rumors circulated about delays and personnel, with references to Bir Hidéhe and Tamers while Chicago is mentioned in the context of freight matters.
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Cody
C. Macgrey
Santa Fr
Chicago
Hidéhe
Santa Fe
Prospective Yaymak and Insurance Industry Outlook
A discussion notes cautious optimism for business progress in the United States and Canada. It highlights increased trust in life insurers, especially New York Life, which this year expects paid for wealth of around 300 million and total assets over 15 hundred million, with a broad earnings push. Banking circles anticipate Treasury guidance and regulation aligning with Roosevelt era proposals.
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United States
Generes
AGIA
Pheromenoid Busines
Gamne
New York
McCall
Fiat
Treasury
Roosevelt
Across the Continent Warcon Test Electric High Altitude
A scrambled wartime notice describes Warcon planning to test wireless telegraphy devices across Canada and the United States. Experts travel west to Mount Whitney area to study atmospheric interference at high altitude and potential signal disruption.
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Warcon
Canada
Arracyre
Hockden
Beery Building Expansion Plans Revealed on Jackson Street
The plan proposes enlarging a one story Beery Building on Jackson Street with added frontage and extended dimensions. Details describe new entrance, improved access, and a longer footprint, while noting construction aims to support nearby partner businesses and traffic flow.
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Beery
Jacknon Strest
Feng
Cripple Creek Output Complete for Jar Times
In a brief note, Cripple Creek reports completion of an output task, with execution details and timing included. The item confirms the work finished as scheduled and notes ongoing coverage by the local paper.
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