Southern Pacific seeks reimbursement and closure of breakup costs
Representatives of the Southern Pacific urged before a congressional committee that the company deserve 1,063,186 dollars in reimbursement for the cost of canal blending and break operations along the Imperial valley corridor. The process, directed by President Roosevelt and overseen by the reclamation bureau, involved the Colorado River and the channel change to prevent inundation. A bill proposing repayment has been introduced by California congressmen.
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Avnubington
Keb
Southern Pacific
Colorado
California
Bouthern
Rooyovgtt
Tyne
Southern Pacifc
Thyw
Moray Grand Jury Indictments Delayed Trial Date Set
In New York, counsel for Clintton W. Moray sought to see the minutes of the grand jury that returned two indictments against Morry on tax charges. Judge Dowling did not grant delay to change or withdraw pleas. A date for trial will be set later.
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New Yorks
Phillip J
Clintton W. Moray
Tod
Twice Cured Of Skin Troubles In 1907 Testimony
F. Hanson of Mian, Woy Bias, testifies in a dated testimonial about skin troubles cured by a tonic referred to as Cullovea. He mentions past wrippe and pneumonia, a fear of blood poisoning, and notes repeated use of a treatment called Trogandron leading to recovery. The piece reads as a period advertisement style health claim from 1907.
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West
Cutteria
F. Hanson
Ararina Camara
Attacked Supreme Court Editorial Sparks Labor Clash
A hostile editorial attacks the Supreme Court ruling, labeling it a misstep and urging labor leaders to resist the court's decision. The piece accuses the federation of omitting certain phrases and including a provocative paragraph urging readers to ignore both court and labor allies, reflecting deep tension around the case.
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Samuel Gompoe
Wililer
Lone & Co
Fio
Leabur
Boris
Tabor
Gorton
Merger Ordered Dissolved by Haskell
Governor O N Haskell orders dissolution of the proposed merger between the Texas Inland and the Frisco railroads in the new state. Attorney General West argues the move would start the suit, while the governor cites competitive limits and public benefit from separate operations. The Frisco system spans east to west with multiple branches and ports.
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O. N. Haskell
Ginépal
Utter Atnes
West
Frisco
Educational bill introduced in English parliament report
London reports a new educational bill introduced by Prime Minister McKenna to regulate public funding for elementary education in England and Wales. The measure aims to centralize control, allow locally elected boards to run schools, and abolish religious instruction in state schools, with ministerial guidance on adoption.
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London
Buna
England
Wales
House of Lordu
Sarasa
Navy Officer Dies Suddenly in Norfolk Yard
Norfolk Feb 24 Lieutenant Commander Isaac Knight Sermon of the United Navy Yard died suddenly tonight at about 44. The Navy yard obituary notes his service and ties to Norfolk, with ongoing inquiries into the cause of death.
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Norfalk
Way
Iseac Knight Sermon
United Lines Navy
Andnanes
Norfalk Navy Yard
United States urged for Congo reform cooperation
Officials from Maurice representing the foreign office urged the United States to back concerted action on Congo reforms amid international tensions. They warned that delays and conflicts between Belgium and Klug topo threaten progress, and called for a clear vindication of the treaty terms to maintain footholds in Africa.
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Beh
Maurice
Foreign Office
International
Bek Gdhat
Congo
Delgian Paveinment
Alger
Sruher Saul
Goth
United States
Lord Fitz Mtoumles Salts ‘Td
Tnpor Fynes
Echl Ai
Sialge
Afriva
Jbuoelite
Honut
Congo Tram
dubious health claims ad pasted fragment
The note describes questionable medical assertions about cures within fourteen days and guarantees for various ointments and treatments. It references vague terms and numbers, with inconsistent spelling and formatting suggesting a damaged OCR fragment from a historical page.
Message to President Praises the Fleet
A February 24 telegram from Peru to President Roosevelt in Weabinginn praises the U S fleet. President Pardo replies praising the United States for its strength and the crew's valor, while Peruvian officials send warm regards and gratitude for the American flotilla.
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Jogo Paria
Prisibeul
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Pardo Sayes
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Divang
United States
Callao
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Winte Department
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Eight Directors Arraigned in Circuit Court on Manslaughter Charge
Chmtestey NL Feb 2. Seven other directors and company officers were arraigned in circuit court on charges of criminal negligence manslaughter. Defendants include Arthur Underwood Francis Peabody and Bar ehal W Vempson of Chicago. Judge M W Thompsont presided. Incident stems from August 30 1907 crash near Charleston. Eighteen injured. American car race incident noted with delays near Michigan City.
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Arthur W. Underwood
Lrancis
Peabody
Bar Ehal
W. Vempson
Chicago
The
Company
Ay. Potter
Superis- Vondout
Fred Moore
Clarleston
Focenns
BP. MacLaren
Onartes I
Reguil
Iulyrartian
Calliwlon
Ratle
Dugust
Prasenger
Charleston
Calliston
Bill To Revise The Criminal Code Passed Senate
A bill to revise the United States criminal code moved through the Senate today with amendments. The measure, entered for printing, aims to streamline penalties and codify offenses for clearer enforcement by federal authorities.
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United States
Senate
Golan Medical Discovery Promises Powerful Healing Remedies
A vintage advertisement touts "Golden Medicines Discovery" and "Lavarita Preparation" as potent tonics to strengthen the body, regulate female health, and restore vigor. It claims wide efficacy for mucous relief, digestive comfort, and overall vitality, backed by generic authorities and herbal ingredients from an era of medical patter.
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Golan
Ploven
Cho Guidunes
Daatera
Ona
Cinsa Mediciies
Kaw
Woren
Vollota
Snvall
Efky
Unclear naval pageant and bullfight in Callao harbor
Crowds flocked to Callao as a naval review and related ceremonies unfolded. President Petro and Peruvian dignitaries attended, with naval crews and officers participating in a parade and the Union club reception. A notable bullfight drew attendees, though a matador was seriously injured, while celebrations continued despite the hazards.
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Anchorage
Chaledo
Union Club
Georgia
Whwers
Petro
Parda
Uslon Elnh
Therclub
Lanris
Asira Danahaw
Calan
Cumind Wallorg
Polkonaw
Wreck of a Train Near San Antonio Leaves Dozens Injured
A broken AALE wrecked a train near San Antonio Texas injuring about thirty. Victims include John Bisains and several others from Talito Chew sot Towle and more. Rescue teams and medical staff responded as authorities investigated the derailment and its cause.
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Texas
Fed
Atos van
Talito
Samiy
Willy Dlaetors
Atte Nurkes
Anne
John Bisains
Cankhis
Hinds
Unclear Passenger Names Probe After Train Wreck
Fragments report Burt and John G Gatad among travelers in New York. Mentions Terus and Mexico plans to transact properties. No confirmation from Gates party by late night hotel. W W Gates involved, Sidley receiving attention in municipal affair notes. Charles Galge paid funds in a Texas home claim for future residency.
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New York
John G. Gatad
Tiegon
Charley
Gates
Terus
Mexico
Me Gates
Big Pon
Walkers Standings in Seven Hour Match
Yamras City reports standings from a seven hour walkers race. Distances listed include Houghmd 68 miles and ten laps, Messier 68 miles and 3 miles, Livhifool 60 miles with 12 laps, Garplay 60 miles and 4 laps, Pratt 45 miles and 8 laps, Palmer 43 miles. The text also includes unrelated medical ad copy about a laxative.
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Yamras City
Ionlebe
Wailers
Nat Legon
Murdered husband mystery shocks Portsmouth crowd
In Portsmouth Nebraska February 26 two bullets struck Gov A Carkins in his home. Mrs Panik L Roy a vaudeville singer claimed Carkins was murdered and an informal autopsy is planned. Text notes the case centers on alleged quarrels with his wife and other family members. Authorities say Roy was located then left the city for France as Congressmen Ollie My James watches.
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Gov. A. Carkins
Panik L. Roy
Carkins
Curklun
Oater
Mry
Roy
Calla
Jineuury
Adi Pho
Equ Vimibd
Anya
Ts RockMghaw
Counly
Corkinshow
France
James Taft of Kentucky Redeemed as Democratic Leader
Washington reports detail a long career of James Taft a Kentucky Democrat active in Congress and governor contests. Once a Page in the Kentucky legislature he rose as a lawyer for Governor Patterson and helped steer state and national Democratic efforts through party councils and elections in Missouri and beyond.
Philippine Commission to gain member after Senate bill passage
In Washington February 24, the Philippine commission would add one member if a Senate bill passes. Senator Loded explained the move to ease duties and balance the commission, as reporters noted the commission’s current size and the need for broader oversight amid ongoing discussions.
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Washington
Philippine Commission
Senate
Loded
Manlio
Favor Increase Pay to Life Saving Service
A parliamentary vote recommends increasing pay for the life saving service workers. The move follows a presidential message urging higher compensation and aligns with recent consultations between intergovernmental bodies.
Pot Back To Work On Full Time
Pueblo February 21 A report from Smuts Pe indicates workers resume full time duties after a strike or disruption. The lineup includes bold workers such as pinck, Rmith, and machinists. The same order went into effect as before the stoppage.
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Cole
Smuts
Dunia
Minister Accepts Invitation for Banquet in San Francisco
The American Chamber of Commerce hosts a banquet for Wu Ting Wang, the Chinese minister in the United States, who accepts the invitation and plans to arrive Friday on the Silvera ship. The event highlights relations and the mission’s survival drive in a formal social reception.
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Chamber of Commrerce
San Francisco
Mosanen
Wu Ting Wang
United States
Veteran engineer death toll rises in Topeka transport crash
An engineer named Vonolin and several colleagues including Hite are among the dead in a Topeka transportation incident. Investigators described the scene and noted the involvement of a local firm Trane in the aftermath. Details remain sparse as officials review the wreckage and casualty list.
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Hite
Trane
St. Avensis
Nasri Former Minister Nas Found Guilty and Sentenced
Rome report says Nunzio Nas, ex-minister of public administration, convicted of embezzlement from the state treas ury. He is sentenced to twenty years in prison and barred from public office for four years and two months, with extenuating circumstances reducing time to serve. Guards guard the senate building as appeals and public reaction unfold.
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Eliline
Nunzio Nas
Treaswry
Devon Gonthé
Buble
Wetvessen
Everancen
Uven vii Heron
Ls Gealslon
Jens Cs Ing
Committed death by own action in New York family matters
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a suicide by a senior man connected to a wealthy New York family, with scattered phrases about a boat, travel, a tract title, and various misread place names. The text remains garbled but centers on a self-inflicted death amid aristocratic ties and estate concerns.
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Snr
Mranellen
Rob
New
Bromine Glins Threatens Grain Prices This Week
A garbled note lists crop science terms and seed names including Bromine Glins and Superba Gold, hinting at price or supply movements. The fragment mentions Orly One and Quinte He, with unclear dates, suggesting a trade or agricultural bulletin rather than a full report.
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