Dreadful Accidents and Strife Shadow Early Happenings
Reports from Paterson and surrounding areas tell of five workers charged with manslaughter after a prank with a pneumatic air pump killed locomotive yard worker Ruit. The Mexican gold standard decree outlines a two step tax adjustment for customs. A massive wheel blast at a power plant killed one and damaged the facility, with several injured. Rail wrecks near Sunbright and other incidents left multiple casualties. A ship explosion near San Fin left many hospitalized. International tensions include Britain and Germany mobilizing near Venezuela. Madrid sees Premier Sagasta resigning after friction with opposition. A hospital incident in Watertown ends in a fatal stabbing. Upcoming theater bills and divorce proceedings close the terse round of news.
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Ruit
Paterson
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Ruits
Name Dorn
President Roosevelts Words Cite Economic Peace Plan
President Roosevelt sends a lengthy message to Congress praising current prosperity and foreseeing occasional downturns. He urges tariff fairness, reciprocity treaties to aid workers, and seeks direct legislation if treaties cannot be ratified to secure reciprocal benefits for American industry and wages.
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Odresident
Roosevelt
Congress
Esa
Iate
Jenet
Dealing With Trusts and Public Regulation Debate
The article argues for public regulation of corporations and trusts rather than their destruction. It stresses high standards, state and national action, publicity for honest firms, and caution to avoid harming productive enterprises that lower costs and strengthen the economy. It cautions against broad suppression and calls for lawful, measured reform.
Capital and Labor Harmony in Public Interest
A discussion on securing equal talk treatment for labor and capital, balancing federation, corporate power, and individual initiative. The piece argues for federation of both organized capital and organized labor, endorses fair rights, and cautions against tyranny while insisting workers' and property owners’ rights be safeguarded in a unified national effort.
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Hess
Snedera Tudustelul
Feder
Emmoyer
Treaty and allies amid renewed reciprocity talks
Fragmented text describes treaty ambitions between Cuba and Toland representatives aiming to maintain peace and mutual advantage. The piece mentions U.S. safeguards, ironclad promises, and pressures from various factions, including references to Senate actions and regional power dynamics in the late period. It notes concerns over trade routes, western territories, and strategic balance with mentions of Berguvlie and Westerton involvement.
Tariff Policy Stabilization and Reform Discussion
The text argues for maintaining tariff stability while allowing careful, periodic reassessment to meet national needs. It warns against abrupt drastic changes that could disrupt the economy and emphasizes applying the principle flexibly to avoid harming business energies.
Istimian Canal Seen As Greatest Engineering Feat
The article discusses Congress backing a monumental canal project and a trans Pacific cable plan from California to the Philippines and China via Hawaii. It notes negotiations with the Attorney General and President, attaching conditions on soundings and a maximum rate for commercial messages. An all American line between the Pacific coast and the Chinese empire via Hawaii and the Philippines is proposed.
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Pikranat
Crushieort
Leon
United States
Periusalan
Philppine Islands
China
Maalia
Hong Kong
Philippines Gains Rights and Self Government Progress
The article praises the Philippines for liberty and self government, noting the end of colonial rule and welcoming greater autonomy under American guidance. It highlights improvements in governance, military contributions, and the broader push for constructive statesmanship in the islands.
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Larry
Potley
America
Herdin
Philippines
Ethelene
Tuna
Sivan Tay
Hilppipe Islands
Senate Opens Fifty-seventh Congress Amid Floral Welcome
Warrington correspondence reports the Fifty-seventh Congress convening to a crowded gallery scene as crowds thronged the halls seeking admission. Senator Frye spoke at noon as floral displays brightened the Senate chamber replacing black drapery with bridal roses and palms, while diplomats occupied gallery seats and a ceremonial mood filled the opening proceedings.
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Warrington
Oon
Senate
Frye Natuil Qeenea
Con Breve
Ura
Rye
Gallerien
Senator McMiMan
Diplomatic Corpa
Fragmentary Legislative Scene Notes from the Senate
A clipped record describes senators debating proceeding with a bill and noting a death of Eileen McMillian with solemn respect. Names like Elonose and Bur are mentioned amid fragmented phrases about sessions and timing.
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Bur
Eileen McMillian
Session of the House Opens with Henderson Victory
The session opened with Speaker Henderson welcomed by cheers and a grand gallery scene. Leaders from both sides greeted each other amid demonstrations as the roll call began after a marble steps reception. A separate note mentions Topeka planning a labor temple next year at a cost of 15000 dollars.
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Henierson Caily
Congress
Cannon
Pay
Daleel
Richardson
Flere
Henderson
Hat
Gallerick
Mr. Conden
Oltered Prayal
Topeka
Uncle Sam's accounts reveal a 1901 surplus and debt payoff
Secretary Shaw reports a federal year-end balance with revenue totaling 1 84 320 280 47 and expenses near 84 904 90 0 0, yielding a surplus and net profits for banks at 495 070 5 0 0. The report covers imports, exports, taxes, pensions, and land sales, detailing the national balance, debt, and banking remarks while noting immigration figures and notable cases.
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Securit
United States
Mexico
Cunnada
Italy
Austria-Hungary
Tuseia
Poland
Shaw
Tragic Lincoln Hotel Fire Kills Livestock Show Guests
A hotel blaze in Lincoln European Hotel on Madison Avenue trapped about 125 guests, many farmers attending a livestock exposition. Victims suffocated in beds and hallways as smoke filled the four story building. Fire officials cite overcrowding and lack of escape routes, with a possible cigarette starting the flames. Recovery efforts center on identifying remains and locating missing friends and relatives among anxious patrons.
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Chicago
Madison Atreer
Farm progress and forest losses drive policy debate
The article cites billions in farm investment and ongoing demand for weather forecasts, plus results from Wilson’s agricultural displays and calls for forest preservation funding. It notes extensive weather routing limits, a $100,000 appropriation to extend forecasts, and a startling report on mountain erosion and stream silt. It mentions a payroll of $820,000 in land destruction and the need for forest conservation, with broader implications for farmers and the nation. It closes with a wires roundup: Kan county counts without black students, a Newberg depot burglary, and a Chehalis Milling Company express shipment theft of $4,180.
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Postolive
Postolive Department
Congress
Niles
Lioda
Chaney
Myle
Republic
Columba
Washington
United States
Darrin
Airaites
Wilson
Bate Ernest
Willamaniak
Sparkes
Kanans
Carrenes
Alvi National Work of
Newberg
Ore
Chebulis Valley Milling Company
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Western Hospital For the Insane
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New York
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