Roosevelt Praises Lincoln on His Birthday in Hodgenville
In Hodgenville Kentucky on Lincoln's centennial birthday crowds gathered at the log cabin memorial site to honor Abraham Lincoln. President Roosevelt and Governor Augustus Wilson attended with officials and citizens, dedicating the birthplace with a marble temple and cornerstone ceremony.
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Two Men Fatally Shot in Gary Murder Rampage
Chicago reported police in Gary Indiana pursued a two crime spree after two men died and another was wounded. Michael Cigaritz aboard a boarding house operated money dispute shot Daniel Vocanovitch and his brother Joseph Cigaritz, then fired again. Police officer Marquardt wrestled for club then fired at Charles Fisher fatally.
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Convicted of Murder in First Degree
New York, Feb. 11 The jury found Carl Loose guilty of murder in the first degree for killing his 16 year old daughter after his banishment from home following the crime. Testimony from two sons including a minister and a daughter led to the verdict. the Rev Frederick Loose was among the wounded and the youngest child was killed.
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Frederick Loose
Criticism of Present Immigration Laws at Labor Conference
Washington February 11 leaders of organized labor and Secretary Straus debated immigration policy. Gompers Stone and Valentine urged restrictions as unemployment rose. Straus warned against abrogating long standing international obligations, while Nell defended factual reporting and questioned division of information.
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Noted actor Charles Warner dies by hanging in New York
New York Feb 11. Charles Warner aged 66, a well known actor, committed suicide by hanging. Police report the veteran performer found in his apartment after a brief illness. The death shocks fans and the acting community who recall his long stage and screen career.
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Actor Warner Found Dead After Hanging In Vaudeville Era
The actor Warner died by his own hand last night, after months of strange behavior. A rambling note alleged motive tied to persecution by thieves liars and blackmailers. Once famed for a drunkard role in the play Drink based on Nana, he later found success in vaudeville sketches including At the Telephone.
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Lincoln's Birthday Proclaimed a National Holiday 1909
President Theodore Roosevelt issues a Lincoln birthday proclamation under a joint resolution guiding observance on February 12 1909. The proclamation designates the day as a special legal holiday in the District of Columbia and U S territories while states like Colorado Connecticut Illinois Kansas and others have already made Lincoln's birthday a legal holiday.
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Death by own action shocks church in Chicago
Allen Depue, financial secretary of Roseland Central Presbyterian Church, died by gas in a back room of the church. A farewell letter blamed years of blackmail and promised vindication, naming relatives and asking for body delivery to kin or Chicago surgery. Relatives express disbelief at blackmail claim. Depue had long financial troubles and two marriages.
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Des Moines
Towa
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Mass
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Hig
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Woman Dies Aboard Santa Fe Train En Route Home
Mrs Martha Appenzeller, en route from California to Delphi Indiana, died last night on an eastbound Santa Fe train. Tuberculosis was the cause of death.
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Martha Appenzeller
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Delphi
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Tribute Paid to Eliot Tribute Paid to Eliot
Charles W. Eliot, retiring Harvard president, was honored at the Harvard Club of Chicago dinner. Ambassador Bryce lauded him as the second greatest man in the United States for wisdom, courage, justice, and friendship. Eliot expressed supreme contentment with his life's work and gratitude for the recognition.
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United States
Charles Biot
Harvard University
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Lincoln Day in East and Chicago Lincoln Centennial Celebrations
The centennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth marked by fort salutes and citywide events in New York with Cooper Union ceremonies led by Mayor McClellan and a Carnegie Hall program hosted by General Horace Porter. Chicago closed its Departments for Lincoln centennial celebrations with Woodrow Wilson delivering the main address at the Auditorium and a Civil War veterans salute near Lincoln Monument in Lincoln Park.
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University of the City of New York
Chicago
President Lincoln
Woodrow Wilson
Princeton University
Lincoln Monument
Lincoln Park
Fire at Mercantile firm kills night watchman Munson
Topeka February 12 A disastrous blaze destroyed the warehouse and offices of the Hurst David Mercantile Company wholesale grocery firm causing 200000 in stock and 50000 in building loss. John F. E. Munson the night watchman for the local gas company was killed instantly while attempting to shut off the gas as a wall collapsed.
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Local option law repealed in Indiana house vote
Indianapolis February 12 The house of representatives passed the Proctor Tomlinson bill repealing the county local option law by a vote of 2 to 44 leaving no local option statutes in effect.
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Governor Brady Sends First Veto Message
Boise February 11 Governor Brady sent his first veto message to the legislature vetoing a measure that would let a district court jury consist of fewer than twelve members and outlining reasons for the action.
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Houve
Justice and Probate Courts at Jexe Face Constitutional Challenge
A speaker argues the plan to mix members in justice and probate courts of Jexe would violate the constitution by fixing the number of judges in each court. He contends the constitutional provisions govern court composition and could render the reform unconstitutional.
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Enlivened Passing of Agriculture Appropriation Bill by House
Washington Feb 11 the agricultural appropriation bill passed by the house largely as reported from the committee A spirited clash occurred between Macon Arkansas and Cook Colorado over naturalization fee increases and farm relief. The conference report was rejected then the bill passed after sweeping amendments were dropped A Lincoln tribute by Boutell Illinois closed the day as the house adjourned at 643 p m
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Eliot Talks at Closing Session Harvard Opposes Luxury
Chicago Feb 11 Dr Charles W Eliot retiring Harvard president told the closing general session of the religious education association that Harvard is opposed to luxury and segregation of the rich. He recalled earlier hardships such as pump-water and no carpeting. James Bryce urged religious ethical teaching amid a trend of indifferentism and waning reverence for belief.
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Harvard University
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Great Britain
Another Searchlight Warrant for Banker
San Diego February 12 Superior Judge Guy discharged Homer G. Tabor Nevada bank president sought on embezzlement habeas corpus claims. Judge ruled he was not a fugitive. Tabor rearrested on fugitive charge and freed for lack of evidence. Another warrant for his arrest said to be on the way from Searchlight
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Harriman Heads South and Mexico Trip
New York February 12 E H Harriman starts his journey to the south and Mexico today. He has recently returned from a southern tour and reportedly has not visited his office since, handling matters from his Fifth Avenue residence except for a New York Central meeting.
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New York
Mexico
Lincoln Centenary 15 Observed in Philippines
Manila observes the Lincoln centenary with patriotic school exercises. A central Manila meeting was led by Governor General James Smith and featured a principal address by Justice Johnson of Manila.
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Manila
James Smith
Justice Johnson
War With Japan An Impossibility Says Missionary
Washington February statements by Hoy George W. Fulton a twenty year missionary in Japan tell students at Washington and Jefferson College that war with Japan is impossible from the Japanese viewpoint. Fulton asserts Japan desires friendly terms with America and that conflict is repugnant to the Japanese people.
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Japan
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Hoy
George W. Fulton
Wool Market Report From St Louis Feb 12
Wool prices steady across territories and western mediums with bid figures noted as 17 21 for territory and western mediums and 17 17 for other lines. Merino bids shown around 12 11a with muted trading activity in a quiet market session.
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Russian Kills Child in San Francisco Mystery
In San Francisco on February 12 10 year old Loretivy Mankanoff daughter of Russian parents was shot and killed by Emetry Brousthousen a 26 year old Russian laborer who had been a boarder at the Mankanoff home and was ordered to leave after pursuing the girl. He shot himself in the brain and lies dying at the emergency hospital.
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Lincoln Memorial Day Festivity In Springfield
Springfield honors the memory of Lincoln with a national tribute. Ambassadors Jusserand and Brice attend, joined by William Jennings Bryan Senator Dolliver and other dignitaries. A mass meeting features Bryan on Lincoln as an orator and statesman. ceremonies include memorial tablets, elm plantings, church dedications, and a banquet with 700 plates at $25 each.
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W. J. Bryan
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Congress
Lincoln and Douglas Debates Biden Sunset Reflects on Oratory
A fragment discusses the famous Lincoln Douglas debates and their impact. It notes Douglas as a skilled debater shaping political views, while Lincoln’s performance elevated him nationally. The piece compares orators who propelled their careers and mentions Western versus Eastern political dynamics.
Cooks and Waiters Enjoy a Union Smokers Night
The Cooks and Waiters Union of Ogden hosted a merry event at Tratey and Labor hall last night with members from city unions and guests. Over one hundred attended as speakers, music, boxing, and banqueting showcased union solidarity, with D F Beauchamp and others organizing the program.
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Harry Williams
Lone
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W. Wiligrott
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Cub
Baosros
Kid Irwin
Harbertsin
Stanley
Harry Willams
Muale
Fanjo
Mansfield-McMullan
Lincoln Relics Now In Tacoma
Lincoln relics travel exhibit in Tacoma includes a valise once carried by Abraham Lincoln on his debating tour with Stephen A. Douglas. The plain box, split in two and covered in black cowhide with iron studs, was gifted by Mrs. Lincoln to the Springfield family and recently loaned to the Washington State Historical Society by Fred Reman of Tacoma.
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Tacoma
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Springfield
Fred Reman
Washington State Historical Society
Representative Boutell Eulogises Lincoln in House
Washington February 11 Representative Boutell of Illinois delivered an eloquent eulogy on Abraham Lincoln noting his entry to the House on December 6 1847 and his forty plus years of service His words praised Lincolns patience honor and steadfastness under fierce opposition and called for a memorial to the nations greatest representative
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Boutelle
Illnois
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Boutell
National Assembly of the People's Representatives
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Quake in France Shocks Roder District Morning
A sharp earthquake shook the Roder district in France this morning. No damage or injuries were reported.
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