Promoter Theodore Stegner Arrested on Fraud Indictment
Kansas City promoter Theodore Stegner, previously with offices in the Heist building, was arrested on an indictment by a federal grand jury alleging fraudulent mail representations about mining stocks. The case centers on Pillsbury Copper Mining and Reducing Company and its Arizona claims, with evidence from Post Office Inspector E L McKee.
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Theodore Stegner
Federal Grand Jury
Arizona
Post Office
E. L. McKee
Stegner
New York
Pillsbury Copper Mining and Reducing Company
Yuma
Mohave
Green Signal
Signer
Stork
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Biar
Box Canon
Big William Fork River
Congress Junction
McKee
Grand Jury
Arizona Gold and Copper Refining Company
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Oil Company
Denver
Elk Mountain Railroad
Senator Mining and Milling Company
Segner
Edward G. Reinhart
Notorious St Louis Politician Sentenced to Three Years
COLUMBIA MO November 14 Colonel Ed Butler the millionaire St Louis politician found guilty by a jury on attempted bribery linked to the city garbage contract. The verdict assigns three years in the penitentiary. Butler's family including James Butler congressman elect was present when announced. A motion for a new trial was overruled.
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St.Louis
Ed Butler
St. Louis
Ment
Butler
James Butler
Federation of Labor Reports Spark Debate in New Orleans
In New Orleans the Federation of Labor session opens with committee reports. Milwaukee Trades Council circular seeks a federation of city central bodies, seen as opposing the AFL by some, while Delegate Berger rejects antagonism and calls for recognition of International Socialist principles.
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New Orleans
Federation of Labor
Milwaukee Trades Council
American Federation of Labor
Berger
Milwaukee
American Federation
International Socialist Organization
Roosevelt Hunts With Bears in Mississippi
In Smedes Mississippi on November 14 the weather favored the presidential hunt with a light shower clearing to permit a dawn start. Officials planned daylight commencement and reporters arriving the night before found access blocked to the camp to keep intruders away from the sport.
Arbitration Court Meets as Miners Begin Case
In Scranton on November 14 the presidential appointed arbitration panel started hearing the miners side first in the anthracite labor dispute. The process will span more than two weeks with operators to follow. The hearings occur in the State superior court chambers amid packed crowds of officials and lawyers. President Mitchell spoke, delivering a six thousand word statement urging a stable peace.
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Scranton
State Superior Court
General Super
Mitchell
Clarence Darrow
Chicago
James Lenahan
Wilkesbarre
John Murphy
Goebel assassination confession held by state
Youtesy, serving life for the Goebel murder, has given a signed confession the state holds and will not release until trials related to the case proceed. He helped the assassins enter the governor's suite and fled with the gun. Details remain undisclosed as officials defer confirmation. Justus Goebel and prosecutors pursue new evidence.
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Frankfort
Goebel
Henry E. Youtesy
Youtesy
Secretary of State
Commonwealth
Franklin
Cantrill
Justus Goebel
Oxford Woman Sued for Breach of Promise After Suicide
Mrs. B Nicholson of Washington NC files breach of promise suit alleging her actions lured W B Anderson to North Carolina and prompted his suicide after his engagement to Mrs. Bryant, a wealthy Oxford widow. Anderson died October 15 at Littleton NC. Anderson's mother sues for $10,000 through ex senator W V Sullivan. Nicholson married Mr Blake Nicholson the day of Andersons death.
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Oxford, Miss
B. Nicholson
Washington
North Carolina
W. B. Anderson
Littleton
Self. Anderson
United States
W. V. Sullivan
Colorado University Students Strike Over Centennial Lessons
Five hundred students at the University of Colorado in Boulder are on strike during the quadricentennial celebration. Not a single student reported for classes today as faculty weighs drastic measures, though action is unlikely with broad student involvement.
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Boulder, Colo
University of Colorado
Robbers Terrorize Ohio Town. Marshal Wounded in Night Attack
In Elyria Ohio a four man gang terrorized the town in the early hours stealing horses and rigs and firing on residents. Marshal Krohn was seriously wounded and a burglar was killed during the confrontation. A posse is in pursuit of the attackers.
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Krohn
Roosevelts plan to reduce Southern representation in Congress and conventions
Washington insiders report the Roosevelt administration aims to cut Southern representation in the House and in Republican national conventions during the 58th Congress. Critics foresee strong backlash and a bitter political contest if the plan proceeds, with heavy emphasis on party reorganization and voter impact.
Metal and Money Market Report Lead Copper Prices
New York markets report lead prices steady and copper trading quiet at 11.50 to 11.70. End-of-day figures show a calm market with little movement in base metals trading.
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New York
Roosevelt's Trust and Tariff Plans For Congress
President Roosevelt to devote much of his yet completed message to trusts and tariff. He favors public trust inspection, a constitutional amendment to curb monopolies, reform of anti trust laws, and a drastic tariff revision though party leaders oppose it. He awaits the anthracite coal commission report to inform Congress.
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Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
House
Senate
Congress
Anthracite Coal Commission
Spooner Seen as Presidential Candidate in Republican Race
Washington dispatch notes strong expectation that Senator Spooner will seek the Republican nomination against Roosevelt. Corporations reportedly prefer Spooner as a safe choice, with La Follette possibly Roosevelt’s running mate. Spooner campaigns while avoiding a firm party platform position, fueling questions about his re-election intentions.
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Washington, D.C
Spooner
Roosevelt
Wisconsin
LaFollette
United States Senate
la Follette
Smith Seen as Likely Chair of Post Offices Committee
Washington reports Congressman George W. Smith of Illinois is likely to lead the House committee on post offices and post roads in the Fifty-eighth Congress. His elevation would boost support for a long‑pursued bill cutting letter postage to 1 cent as Postmaster General Paine’s reports warn of a near billion dollar deficit.
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Washington, D. C
George W. Smith
Illinois
House
Smith
Congresman Loud
California
Ketchem
New York
Congress
Loud
Paine
Boston Bank Closed Doors
The Central National Bank of Boston was closed by order of the comptroller of the currency and put under temporary receivership by Examiner Neal. The action cites excessive loans and a shortage of quick assets. The bank had a $500,000 capital and $2.7 million in deposits. payoff to stockholders is not expected to require assessments.
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Boston
Mass
Central National Bank
Neal
Morgan Illness Rumors Stir Markets As He Plans Succession
Reports claim J. P. Morgan arranged his affairs so his death would not affect his holdings. He allegedly owns 60 percent of North American Trust, possibly to act as trustee and dominate future rail, industrial, and electricity ventures through General Electric, Westinghouse, and related entities.
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New York
J. P. Morgan
Financial King
Mr.Morgan
Finance
North American Trust Company
Railroad and Industrial Trust of America
Morgan
Shipbuilding Trust
Mr. Morgan
George W. Sheldon
US Mint urged to remove limit on subsidiary coinage
Director Roberts urges Congress to lift the $100 million cap on subsidiary silver coinage. He argues there is no excess of stock and demand will drive release to meet holiday needs, with coins staying in the treasury until needed and returning when demand wanes.
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Washington, D. C
United States
Roberts
Congress
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