W. M. Springer Dies in Washington at 64
Former Illinois Democrat William M. Springer, a longtime House leader and former Ways and Means chairman, died in Washington at 64 from pneumonia contracted in a Chicago Thanksgiving dinner. He helped oppose Reed rules during the Fifty-first Congress and later served as chief justice of the Indian Territory Supreme Court in 1895. His son Chaplain H. W. Springer and wife were by his bedside.
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Douglass' Children Oppose Father's Body Transfer
In New York and Rochester, Mrs. Osetta Douglass Sprague and her brother vow to fight the removal of Frederick Douglass's body from Chester to Washington. She accuses the late leader's second wife of influencing the estate and says the family will keep his manuscripts and mementos.
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President Roose receives $50,000 in gift dispute
A fragment reports President Roose and a related party in a financial dispute over a $50,000 gift. The brief notes a $30,000 heir claim and references events dated December 5. The text is incomplete and lacks full context.
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Beneficiaries Receive $5,000 Each From Late James King Gracie Estate
Heirs Karmit and Ethel Gracie are listed as receiving five thousand dollars apiece from the estate of James King Gracie, described as an uncle by marriage of the president.
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Smuggled Chinese Refugees Drown in Erie Canal
A wagonload of Chinamen being smuggled into Buffalo overturned in the Erie canal window. Four of the men drowned as a result of the wreck.
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Pope Leo Loans to Restore Aristocratic Patrimonies in Rome
Vatican records show millions missing from the treasury were used to restore private patrimonies of loyal aristocratic families in Rome. The palace of the Kiordhese family, built under Paul V, now houses the grand orient of Italian freemasons as a creditor office. No coercive measures are planned, as repayments continue in yearly installments.
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President Morro Newsed in Colliston Car Incident
New York December 5 reports President Morro loses his new automobile in Colliston in a machine made mishap involving mail and a wagon.
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Publican policy and Drake wealth downgrade noted
The political maneuvering includes General Azcarraga likely to head a new cabinet. At Des Moines estimates place Drake wealth at 1 to 5 million after stock sales, with United States Steel shares sold at about 60 to 60-1/2. In Humaneville, Missouri, William H Leavitt and his wife, Bryan's daughter, were in a runaway accident. Leavitt suffered a fractured arm and Mrs Leavitt minor bruises.
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Bliss relinquishes Michigan pension claim
Governor Bliss of Michigan informs the Commissioner of Pensions he relinquishes his disability pension. In a December 1 letter from Lansing he says he has won a place on the pension roll but doubts propriety in continuing as a pensioner when not in need. He cites two medical examinations and mentions an order granting $12 a month.
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Dynamite Find Prompts Citywide Security Sweep
Assistant Chief Seluettler announces dynamite found in the northwest area as detectives seek those who hid the explosive linked to bandits near the Indiana border. Neidermeier and Donnelly are central to a $25,000 bribery claim, while Detective Driscoll is laid to rest after the pursuit. Chicago Railway contributes $5,000 for widows of fallen officers.
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Morro Quin's New Car Delayed by Mail Wagon Crash
Morro Quin of Colombia will not ride his new red automobile as planned after a test run by John J. McNulein crashed into a mail wagon at Broadway and Wortieth Street. The mishap derailed shipment to Bogota via the Red LD line as funds were donated to the Grand Army of the Republic in gratitude.
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Des Moines Woman Fires At Ex-Husband At Station
In Des Moines Mrs Nattie Klingenhiel fired five times at her divorced husband who had escaped from the state hospital. One bullet pierced near the heart and may prove fatal. She said she shot when he turned on her just before reaching the station. The man, Klingenhiel, may recover. Father Bill Daly Attacked Near Hotel in Washington. Vic Holler and Daly clashed over Alsike sales. Holler struck Daly several times, sending him to a nearby drug store for patching up.
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Spanish Cabinet Resigns Over Budget Vote Impasse
Madrid reports the Spanish cabinet has resigned after failure to secure passage of the budget amid ongoing political struggles. The move follows difficulties in getting the budget approved in parliament.
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Gates Buys Rich Oil Lands Near Gulf at Big Hill
Excitement in Galveston over reports of a new oil field discovered at Big Hill in Matagorda county. The field, owned by Jonathan Lane and a syndicate including John W. Gates, aims to rival Beaumont and Sour Lake with gulf export access. Jack Cudahy of Kansas City is also said to be involved.
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Bear Attack in Altoona Averts Injury
Assistant Postmaster Edward R. Dobbins of Hollidaysburg was attacked by a bear at 5 am in the center of Altoona. He wrestled with the animal, fired several shots, and the bear fled, though Dobbins’ clothing was torn in the struggle.
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Divorce Colony in Peril at Masonic Temple Fire
Sioux Falls reports a four story Masonic Temple blaze in the early morning endangering dozens of residents. Firemen and police rescued many, including three women saved by Officer Jack Tracy amid a basement fire fed by a 35 mile gale, with a kerosene tank explosion splashing burning oil on rescuers and about $20,000 in damage.
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Fitzsimmons Hand Injury From Bout and Other News
Fitzsimmons suffers two broken hand bones after bout with Gardner confirmed by X ray under Dr. McNamara. hand swollen as bones not reset. Sugar bounty law ruled unconstitutional by Minnesota Supreme Court, state not obligated to pay $20,000 to Minnesota Sugar Co. Reichstag elects Count von Balle-Strem as president again. Former Newark bank cashier Hoover indicted for false entries. assistant cashier Scott indicted for conspiracy in a $21,000 case.
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Blair Indicted for Forgery in First Degree
The October grand jury in St. Louis has returned two indictments against James L. Blair former general counsel of the Worlds fair charging forgery in the first degree. The alleged forgeries involve a deed of trust to secure a loan from the estate of Peter Blow of which Blair was trustee.
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