Harriman to testify before Interstate Commerce panel
New York January 4. The Interstate Commerce Commission hearings on whether the Southern Pacific and Union Pacific Railroad should be treated as competitors or as related entities proceed in Chicago after counsel for the Union Pacific indicated President Harriman could testify later. Millar, secretary of the Union Pacific and Southern Pacific, testified about stock ownership and corporate links.
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Union Pacific
Southern Pacific
New York
Interstate Commerce Commission
Haushern Pacific
Union Farfe Company
Harriman
Dare
Hove
Martian
Koapp
Frack de Kellogg
C. A. Leversore
Anotoest
St Paul
Cuss Milsion
Robert 8. Lovett
Union Par Tite Wiliam
Wnley Pacific
Apytema
Wlinceneg
Lovett
Unita Trade
Klarriman
Chicago
Charman
Breretary Millar
Yalom Paette
Heald
Kelloxg
Southern Pacific Railway
Greton Short
Kenen Railway & Narigatlos Company
Millar
Valon Paddle
Thcidental & Oriental Steamship Companies
Ward Stdt
Arki
Miorkan
Union Partie
Southern Pacite
Sitar
Union Pacifc
Bariic
Ite Greaon
Oregon Railway
F Navigation Company
Geal
Dearing
Pacitiw
Tharne
K Vandrventer
Firertote
Bouthers Pacific
Union Maciic
Letchworth’s Gift to New York Aims for State Charities Reform
Notable benevolence tied to William H. Letchworth offers to donate his estate near Portage, Genesee County, New York for public use. The plan outlines a vast property with scenic canyons and waterfalls, valued at about 300 thousand dollars, to support charitable work and state institutions under reformist oversight.
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New York
Govermor Hughes
Willam
Letchworth
State of
Fortsge
N. Y
George Frederick Kane
American Scente and Statoric Preservetios Aeriass
Cetchworth
Gina Iris
Genesee
Rlr
Portage Bridge
Portage
State Board of Charities
Tate
Brooklynites Protest Over City Traffic at Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn residents gathered to protest congestion around the Brooklyn Bridge during a heated commission meeting. Speakers including Brooklynites’ spokesman and local organizers urged immediate relief measures amid tense rhetoric and potential city action.
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New York
Rachel Wan
Drookisnites
Brooklyn
Lynden
Tater Mallee
Tragic Ptomaine Poisoning Claims California Woman
Yung woman is fatally poisoned after an outing to the Snow Ling mountains near Ontario and a canned bean meal. Her father and a friend also fell ill as the group trekked home from Ontario California. The victims include 28 year old YaMilea Carter and Charles Edward Abbott. The poisoning is blamed on tainted beans and the incident left Mr. Carter in critical condition.
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Los Angeles
Caledan
Nise Malel Carter Yeatardarkt
Abe
Ptomaine Poleoulag
yaMilea Carter
Meaty & Care
Charles Edward Abcott
Carter
Ontario
Abbott
Debut at Moulin Rouge Sparks Street Demonstration
Report of wild scenes at the Moulin Rouge on January 4 as the Marquise de Laray, daughter of Luke Re Morey and a figure linked to Napoleon III, staged an act titled A Dream of Egypt. Critics and patrons reacted with protest, amid claims of decadent theatrics and alleged impropriety prompting a large demonstration and scuffles on stage.
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Marquis de Laray
Luke Re Morey
Napoleon III
Teade
Egypt
Hervelt
Xmen
Mauthiers Yelsre
Clantine
Marquise
Margaln de Relbert
Erlleem
Perforce
Prince de Broglia
New York
Moulin Poage
Sotines
Thie
Mme, Gauther
Wilakre
Adjudication of 3000 Ejectment Notices Filed in U S Court
Sidney Quith of Cambridge Massachusetts reports a federal ejectment suit involving 3000 defendants served across a large property in the South Side district. The action centers on land claims tied to a parcel described as Thirty-fifth Street to Thirty-ninth Street and extending from Grand Boulevard north, with historic ties dating to 1834. Proceeding lists include numerous prominent figures as defendants.
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Chienen
Jen
Marshala
United States
Sidney Quith
Cambridge
Mars
Roy
Erth Macy
Law
Brith Plaime
French Duel Leaves One Wounded Near Versailles
A duel between two French officers near Versailles ended with one seriously wounded. The combatants, Vitettena Spitrer and Abdreat, reportedly argued over arms after a long friendship soured. Firearms discharged about twenty rounds as the affray escalated, ending with the injured man carried to a nearby house for care.
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Serdonaly
Vieutenanta Spitrer
Abdreat
Versailles
Spitzer
Duke and Duchess Reunited in Royal Reunion
A historic meeting marks the end of a separation between the Duke and Duchess, with the Throne approving a reconciling act. The couple now attends public duties together, signaling restored harmony within the royal household and resumed joint engagements.
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Sandeg
Jan
Maribaynap
Start
Unable to determine due to damaged source text
Fragmentary OCR leaves no clear persons events or entities to summarize into a coherent two line record.
Washington legal clash over potents and whisky rulings
Washington and Peoria officials discuss agricultural department rulings affecting potencies and liquor labeling in interstate trade. Lawyers argue over whether brands not specifying exact contents can remain legal under current law while industry officials push for clearer definitions and enforcement. A later note describes Montenegro royal intrigue and a young princess's travels with guards and aصر entourage lasting into the night.
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Washington
Tunulally
W. Wikeys
McCabe
Peoria
Agricultural Department
Crw
Flood Forces School Closures Across South Western Indiana
Towns along the Wabash and White rivers report high waters threatening floods. Seven hundred residents flee as basements flood and schools close in Princeton Iod and nearby areas. Mohawk valley rain swells the Mohawk River, rail delays persist, and 2.24 inches fall in twenty four hours.
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Liles
Ian
Yeatenday
Siohawk
New York Central Railway
Ster
Collecting Statistics By State Board Of Statistics
The state board of statistics has begun a statewide data collection effort for agricultural production. Farmers are urged to complete and return tax forms to the board through their local certifiers. The law requires accurate copies, aiding federal reporting and fair assessment by the department of agriculture.
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State Board of Statictica
Statielica
United States
Remeremt ship Yart capsizes near Bootes Island
Roosevel t not damaged. Commander Be X Peary's exploration vessel Remeremt found to be in ash ygeod shape. Keel broken along length. Planking showed damage from impact and weight of water. Company awaiting further instructions from Admiral Peary.
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New York
Jan
X. Peary
Tata
Bootes Island
Yart Company
Animador
Riot massacre leaves many dead in Pergeniian clash
Fragmentary OCR describes a riot with numerous fatalities and chaotic scenes near Pergeniian. Names and details are garbled but reference to victims, authorities, and investigations appear amid the disorderly report.
New York Markets Record Food Price Fluctuations
A garbled NY market note records erratic price signals for vegetables and other staples. The fragment mentions a February or January timeframe, varied pricing, and a $2503 figure tied to a dataset or report. No clear entities or outcomes are preserved beyond general market volatility.
Governor Hughes as Presidential Prospect Stirring Republicans
The inaugural message from Governor Hughes of New York is energizing Republicans in Washington. He is widely discussed as a possible candidate, with many lawmakers weighing him against Roosevelt Taft and other figures. Some see him as the strongest option to lead the ticket, while others doubt his Western chances. In Congress, Hughes is repeatedly mentioned as a potential standard bearer for the party. An analysis in a despatch from Harrisburg notes this rising interest, with a cautious view toward consistency in the nomination dynamics. Also reported is a hanging in Missouri where Harvey, a Black man, was executed just before his commutation notice arrived. The delay sparked indignation as legal representatives awaited word.
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Cklesen
Jan Workington
Fimermor Hughes
New York
Congress
Old America Congress
Dlefences
Theodore Roosevelt
Gov. Highes
Taft
Freler
Cyrumins
Shaw
Iowa
Fairbanka
Sud Beverfige
Indiana
Cannos
Govsimor
Riots churn Spain and Japan observes Stanford rumor
Rioting erupts at Alicante and Valencia as crowds confront officials. Civil guards fire on demonstrators leaving several dead and many wounded. Similar clashes reported at Zaragoza where another two people die. Stanford University president comments on a potential Smithonian Institution secretary post, downplaying the offer and confirming no intent to leave Stanford.
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Singrid
Alicante
Valencia
Sarante
Melba Receives Warm Welcome in New York Opera Night
New York audience applauded Melba Wednesday night as she arrived at the Manhattan Opera House. Her reception sparked cables to confirm plans, while reports note a marriage in London during December involving Milas Mauby Otway, heiress, with local gossip surrounding Melba’s Ireland trip and social appearances.
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New York
Sethe
Manhattan Opera Doys
George A, Armstring
Long Beach Summer Resort Plans Revealed
A damaged article outlines a proposed Summer Resort in Long Beach featuring a visionary plan to transform the area into a major travel destination. The piece references a concept around a vast resort complex with named figures and anticipated features, though details are unclear due to the fragmented text.
Russian Blizzard Strikes As Shipboard Life Fades
Fragmentary OCR note reports extreme weather affecting a ship crew. Contains scattered names and places but unreadable in parts. This brief item mentions a storm and peril at sea with references to survivors and authorities, urging caution and aid.
Typhoid Epidemic Report With Mixed Details
Fragmentary OCR reports a typhoid outbreak with scattered figures and place names. The text mentions cases in various locations and dates, but details are garbled, hindering precise counts or attribution to institutions. The piece reflects a public health alert tone from a local or regional source.
COLORADO MAN SELECTED FOR RENEWAL COMMISSIONER
Washington January 4 Patitin Lh Stewart of Colorado Springs was offered the position of commissioner of the renewal. The White House indicated an appeal would be taken from the decision and Mr Stewart would accept the post. In Cleveland January 4 an eight inch main gas line break cut power and water, leaving thousands without fuel and heat, factories closed, and residents suffering amid the repairs.
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Washington
Ty Patitin Lh Stewart
Colorado Springs
Laalover
Stewart
Cleveland
Agra
Tepalra
Fast Ohio Gan Company
Writ of Habeas Corpus Denied in Myers Case
In a Kansas district court, Attorney for Mrs. Aggie Myers failed to obtain a writ of habeas corpus for her. The judge declined the application, noting powers limited by state constitution and executive action only. The case risks escalation to the United States Supreme Court, with a potential appeal pending. The hearing touched on Myers being held regarding her husband Frank Houmas’s alleged complicity in a crime in Kansas. The judge emphasized constitutional limits and the rarity of federal intervention in state custody cases. The prosecution plans to pursue further action if relief is not granted locally.
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Lodge Jobo
United States
Attormers
Aggie Mera
Myers
Tee Husband
Frank Houmas
Kantae
Chis
Folk
Jodee
Bhla Caad
Kanasa
Axzie Myers
Bert
Palltype
United Malte Repreme
Prosecution Finds No Truth in 1904 Confession
Lawrence prosecutor Fletcher reports no valid confession linking Geutee W. Harsie to the murder of Mita Sarah Schafer, a Latin teacher, on January 26, 1904. Harris faces further charges and potential penitentiary time, with Ohio state records confirming Schafer’s murder occurred.
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Fletcher
Lawrence Cavaly
Geutee W. Harsie
Mita Sarah Bcbacher
Harris
Will Pow de
Hate
Pletcher
Ohio
Arrest for forgery in gate City estate case
San Precoleo Jan Fredie Cleats former bookkeeper for Mawnen estate company faced three charges of trifony embezzlement. Osgend Putasan estate manager testified as witness. Amounts involved reportedly reach four dollars ten cents. Cleaves was attracted before on a forgery charge.
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San’ Precoleo
Jan
Fredie Cleats
He &. J. Mawen Entate Company
Triony Embraztetent
Osgend Putasan
Madager
Ratate
Cleaves
Furgiog
Aratt
Southern Pacific wreck injures Portland passengers
Fragmentary report describes a wreck involving a Southern Pacific passenger train near Portland port and an incident at a near Comptck. Incomplete information notes injuries among several riders and a preliminary assessment by authorities, with continuing search for details and official statements expected in coming hours.
New Bible Study Critiques Faith Texts by Fale Methods
Chicago January 4 Dr Wik Man 0 Balleck pastor of First Baye ist Church President ht has written a book The New Appreciation of the Bible which tears down popular orthodox Christian fancies and promotes a new theory of interpretation aligning with Professor Grace D. Foote of the University of Chicago. The work argues the Bible is a literary collection rather than a divine revelation and challenges plenary inspiration.
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Chicago
Wik Man
Balleck
Firat Bayeist
Chicago University Press
Grerce D. Foatee
University of Chicago
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Noman
Zelleck
Statea
Christ
Illegal Enclosures and Land Use Notice
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a January 4 record from Werdingon about central land act enforcement. It cites Hicchooch Uday and a commission proceeding regarding Mtugal enclosures and public funds. action slated after April 1, 1997.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Werdingon
Dy Dincuan
Hicchooch Uday
Hicharda
Schifrott
Fun led to murder in Idle county card game row
Fearse on a charge of murdering Jamra Hi Thompson during a ralocmbra at the Wirtabot. The quarrel began after jokes at cards and escalated when Feerse struck with a knife, causing Thompson to fall and lootings to occur at the althca building.
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Nseph
Jamra Hi. Thompson
Idle County
Thompson
Carnegie Gives Thouranga for Construction Project
Washington report says Andrew Carnegie contributed 180 dollars toward a street project funded by the Acericag organization. The move follows an ongoing U S and Bernat American Republica effort.
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Washington
Jan
Andrew Carnegie
United State
Buatbern Amerinca Republica
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