President Sheds Light on Brownsville Affair Congress Debate
Washington reports President’s message to Congress detailing a War Department inquiry into the 1906 Brownsville raid. Senator Foraker pushes an amendment creating a retired-officer tribunal to review charges and reenlistment for discharged Black soldiers. The document cites investigations, suspect identifications, and testimony about detectives pressuring witnesses and potential misconduct.
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Congress
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Forever Tntay
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Foraker
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Trial of Jenkins Hains Trial of Jenkins Hains
garbled courtroom narrative reports Jenkins Hains facing murder charges in the shooting at a yacht club last summer. Prosecution and defense clash over jury challenges, with Judge Crane presiding as various family members and defense counsel attend and comment on the case.
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Thomson Jentina Halos
Gia
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Auli
Peter Halos, Jr
Bayaine
Crane
Peter Helps
Blacon
Joseph M. Halas
Felert P. Halas
Boston
Iatna
Thornton
Thornton Hamne
Dasht Tuvaty
Matra
Mc Hirsh
Flushing
L. J. Dre
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We Thetatin
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Wet
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Vasside Yarat Club
Vetor C.atatna, Jr
Duerlea Crank
Supreme Court
Uhre
New York City
Paes Wamilion
Rannet Ag
Anais
Haina
Willan EE
Lantern
Borat Mattie
Marte
Jury Roll Call Delayed By Improper Panel Draw
A court session adjourned after a ta les roll was held and objections over the first panel raised by the defense. Charles W. Bearber, a key witness for the defense, was subpoenaed for a tete a tete during roll call. The proceedings paused until 1 o clock.
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Die Trotter
Thornina
Annie Ore Toen
Shil¢ Thornton
Talescien
Extravagance of the Wealthy Condemned by Dr Stone
Dr Stone denounces extravagance and wealth inequality in a western day speech at Lake Shore drives promo, warning luxury harms the rich’s moral standing while poverty persists. He cites ignorance among the rich at home as a greater burden than in poorer districts.
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Dr. Stone
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Lake Shore
Kingdom
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Ufaye
Mortr
Ho Patish
Caribbean tensions flare after Venezuelan seizure actions
A chaotic scene in Caracas follows a Venezuelan coast guard seizure and ensuing protests. Acting President Gomez vows to uphold dignity as Dutch and local ships face interference near Fort San Carlos, with student officials recalling earlier confrontations and a declared state of tension.
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Caracan
Iolivar
Gomez
Paul
Friesland
Tehomner
Tcacas
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Shota
Fort Ban Carbo
Palit
Tony Hota
Ven Vauela
Aoetowa
Teres Butler
Smudenta
Puerto Caballo
Fragmentary Venezuelan crisis note with oath and unrest
A damaged OCR fragment references Captain Tobanrar acting president Gomez listing foreseen actions amid a Venezuelan territorial dispute. It notes capture of Alls and a call for national dormancy, asserting sovereignty, dignity, and constitutional powers.
Holland Maps Out Her Course Abrupt Venezuelan Crisis Noted
A fragmentary dispatch describes Holland carefully plotting a course in the Venezuela dispute. It says the state department has not fully briefed the United States and that Holland aims to avoid provoking powers while asserting interests in Venezuela. Diplomatic observers see Holland's tactic as a clever move to pressure Caracas in Casita’s absence, with the US remaining quiet as long as American interests are untouched.
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Holland
Venezuela
United States
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Venezorta
Casita
Officer's account of Alix capture near Curacao coast
An officer describes the capture of the Alix off the Venezuelan coast near Curacao. The Dutch patrol halted the vessel, found a pennant in the captain's pocket, and seized rifles and ammunition. The crew planned to reach Curaçao or Porto Cabello but chose the harbor, with Gelderland towing the Alix to Curaçao. the ship now anchors in the inner bay.
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Alt
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Conrae
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Curarao
Yerertay
Widow robbed of a diamond necklace in San Francesco
Mrs McKiliss says her baggage examined by customs revealed a stolen diamond necklace valued at 42 shillings. Vancouver businessman Mr McKilloy, husband to the widow, arrived en route and reported the loss amid an attempted investgation. Police traced the necklace to a porter and examined trunks and alibis as the case unfolded.
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AL Meg McKilloy
Vancouver
Neness
Jearney
McKiley
May Uitake
Harriman Wins Sweeping Victory in Court of Last Resort
In a 1908 United States Supreme Court decision Justice Holmes holds that Harriman and Otto Kahn need not respond to Interstate Commerce Commission questions on stock dealings linked to the Union Pacific. The ruling affirms parts of the lower court and marks a decisive win for Harriman and associates amid a prolonged inquiry into railroad combine activities. New York reports note confidence in the outcome and detail questions over ownership and control of related stock and corporate ties.
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Justice Court
Interstate Commerce * Commission
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Pool
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Salem Pactic
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Upton Pactic
Sr. Mar. Hoan
Supreme Craft
Uxlay
Ada Lang Cleared After Stabbing Husband in San Francisco
A garbled 19th century style report states Ada Lang, an entertainer, was involved in a stabbing incident against her husband Ada McCormick. The piece mentions prior family turmoil, a Denver visit, and a court appearance, with unclear details about motives and outcomes.
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Mina Berg
No More Yellow Peril Emigration Ban Seen Soon
Washington reports Japan plans to prohibit emigration to the United States after a forthcoming date while allowing merchants and students to travel under passport rules. The move follows talks between American and Japanese officials and aims to ease tensions amid fears of a broader conflict.
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Treond Herald
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