Cable lays end of Pacific cable blocked by strong tide
A failed attempt to lay the Pacific cable end off San Francisco Bay halted the operation. The Silverton, carrying the cable, remained anchored as a strong incoming tide, surf, and weather delays paused progress. Lifesaving crews and boats aided the maneuver with rope runs toward shore. About 25,000 spectators watched the effort from the beach while conditions improved.
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Silverton
San Francisco Bay
United States
Golden Gate Park
Horses Reels Control as Carriage Hits Beach Crowd
A racing team surged from a station carriage into surf and crowd on the beach. Children were knocked down but few injuries occurred as Joseph Wright restrained the horses and halted the run near the tent of special guests. Lifesavers secured a hawser and tried to bring in the cable amid a strong tide.
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Elidran
Werer
Joseph Wright
Washington resident cites Dean's Kidney Pills relief
H B Looney of 625 Van Buren St recalls back strain from thirty years ago that led to kidney trouble. He credits Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Columbia Pharmacy with significant relief, noting others also benefited. Price 50 cents per box by Foster Milburn Co for the U and Co.
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Washington
H. B. Looney
van Buren St
Dean
Columbia
Foster-Milburn Co
Uni
Six Killed as Train Wreck Rocks Fridley Area
A Northern Pacific wreck near Fridley Minnesota leaves six dead and several injured. The incident shocks nearby Moss grocery and the town, following a pattern of past fires that have devastated the west side. Firefighters battled a blaze that originated near the square as residents reported the scene late in the day.
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Paris
Chrisman
Mhrt
Moss’ Grocery
Wisconsin Clergyman Acquitted in Abuse Case
The Protestant Episcopal case involving Rev. Morton C. Andrews, rector of St. Pauls in Wisconsin, ended in acquittal after accusations of consorting with women and financial neglect. Judge advocate F. J. Lamorenx found no grounds for trial, and Bishop Crafton dismissed the charges, expressing confidence in the clergyman’s character.
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Oshkowh
Protestant Episcopal Church
Wisconsin
Merton C. Andrews
St. Pauls Church
Andrews
Atorney F. JB. Lamorensx
Stevens Point
Cnac
Bishop Crafton
Cding
Widow of Kansas professor found in river tragedy
The body of Mrs. Marshall A. Barber, wife of Professor Barber of Kansas University, was found in the river after a search by students and faculty. The clothes suggest suicide amid insomnia struggles. she was formerly Florence Barrett, a university graduate and German faculty member.
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Lawrence
Kan
Dee
Marshall A. Barber
Professor Barber
Kansas University
Neer
Chicago Market Summary Hogs Cattle Sheep Prices
Chicago price estimates show hogs trading around 5.50 to 6.50 per cwt with varied packing and shipping values. Cattle receipts and bids range from 4.00 to 7.00 for fed western steers and high grade beef cattle, while sheep and lambs see mixed quotes from 2.00 to 6.00 with strong export interest. East Buffalo and St. Louis bid levels mirror the national volatility across hogs cattle and sheep.
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Chicago
Cneies Do
Wor
Texas
East Buffalo
N. Y
Durrine & Stevens
Live Stock Commission
St. Louis
Venezuela Urges Arbitration as Puerto Cabello Tensions Rise
A Daily Mail dispatch from Willemstad reports Venezuela ready to submit its dispute with Britain and Germany to arbitration. President Castro plans for an army of 200 000, fortifies Puerto Cabello and La Guaira, arrests suspects, seizes a British ship, and considers sending no warships to the coast. Secretary Moody notes the cabinet’s stance.
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Dee
Puerto Cabello
la Guatri
Cornens
Willinghess
Vreeident Castro
Venezuela
Bowen
Grand Central Palace
Canadar
Great Britain
Germany
EL Mache
Rolande
la Guayra
Moody
Venezuelan
United States
Secretary of State Inquiry on Venezuela Monroe Doctrine and Arbitration
The secretary of state is asked to report the nature and extent of Chile and Germany’s claims against Venezuela and efforts to settle peaceably by arbitration. It seeks detail on U S involvement, consultation by parties, Monroe doctrine discussions, and potential U S action to secure peace and Venezuela’s independence. resolution referred to the committee on foreign affairs.
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State Department
Venezuela
Great Britain
Germany
France
Italy
United States
Gorrman Ochaiser Vineta
Iritaln
Vencsnela
Venesnela
Secretary of State
Olmer
House
Futty
Committee On
Retail Trade Is Large With Holiday Demand Boost
New York reports a Dun and Co weekly trade review showing lower temperatures and holiday demand driving a large rise in retail sales. Rail earnings for November beat expectations, iron and steel supply demand remains strong for railway materials, and woolen goods for next fall saw price increases. Also noted are regional incidents: a $500 verdict for a kiss assault in Oshkosh, a pioneer obituary in Brookville, assistant secretary Allies moving a clerical case, potential Pat Crowe actions in Omaha, and a Millsdale fire fatalities.
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New York
Dee Eer
Dun & Co
New England
United States
Canada
Fires Destroys Brevoort Block in Grand Forks
The Brevoort block in Grand Forks N J burned yesterday causing about 100000 pounds in losses to Norman and Co funeral men and undertakers. Governor Yates arrived Wednesday and fished Thursday while Mrs Roosevelt hosted a White House tea drawing large social attendance.
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N. 1
Dee
Norman «& Co
Institute
Minch
Pla
Yates
Notice of a land suit in Washington County Iowa 1908
In the District Court of Washington County Iowa Vesciy ojeu and Joseph Sojka plaintiffs claim ownership of described land in Washington County Iowa and seek confirmation of title against Robert Marty Luther England Moses Wyte Elizabeth Wylie Robert Glasgow and others unknown. Plaintiffs allege valid claims by deed mortgage or other record instruments and seek decree establishing title, enjoining defendants from asserting any interest, and ordering corrective deeds and equitable relief. The notice directs defendants to appear by January 1908 next term at the Washington court house or judgment by default.
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Washington County
Iowa
Vesciy Ojeu
Joseph Sojka
Platatius
Robert Martty
Luther England
Moses Wyte Tleabeth Wylie
Robert Glasgow
Nancy J. Adams
Ofaf
T. Perrel
Austin Corbin
Hannah “. Corbin
Owli
Dante
Rome
Pialntitts
Aod Dem
Washington
Washington Fails to Move Antitrust Reform This Winter
Article notes disappointment at Congress over antitrust legislation and limited progress after two weeks of informal talks. It discusses White House efforts, divisions in House and Senate, and President Roosevelt's stance on woman suffrage. It also covers river and harbor projects, the color line issue, and a proposed inauguration date change. ARTHUR W. DUNN.
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Dee
Congress
Joost Wen
Howe
Senate
Inet
Roonevelt
Roosevelt
Tailey
Texas
Beveridge
Indiana
Lolieitar Penfield
Senator Pritchard
North Carolina
House
Arthur W. Dunn
Senate OKs pay for anthracite strike commission
Senate approves funding for the strike commission expenses and fixes commissioners pay at 4000 dollars a year for those not in civil or military service. General Tasker Bliss reports signing a reclusive treaty with Cuba while Vice Admiral Kruys dies and Spain’s ambassador in Paris Leon y Castillo resigns.
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Tasker Bliss
State Department
Cuba
Kruys
Netherlands
Senor Leon Y Castillo
Paris
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