Doom of an Empire its Break-Up Not So Distant
Alfred Stead argues before a London conference that the British empire faces inevitable disintegration due to colonial independence. He says Canada and South Africa can live without Britain, Australia and New Zealand may follow, and a nonwar-focused Bismarck is needed to manage the empire’s dissolution through diplomacy.
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London
Alfred Stead
Japan
Far East
Europe
Great Britain
Canada
South Africa
Australia
New Zealand
Bismarck
Germany
Roosevelt and Japan steer toward national interests in San Francisco
The text argues America endured a serious conflict with domestic and international forces. It credits President Roosevelt with a pivotal San Francisco decision enforcing national over state authority in foreign relations. It claims Japan aided this outcome to protect its interests and promote emigration flow away from the United States while anticipating a broader imperial reshaping of Britain.
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America
Korea
Manchuria
Roosevelt
Britain
Electric chair death at Sing Sing prison
George Granger, 20, died in the electric chair at Sing Sing. In Italy the chamber of deputies discussed woman suffrage with a committee referral. Captain I P Grapeville, 64, river man, presumed drowned in the Mississippi at St. Louis. Georgia to present a ten thousand dollar statue service to a battleship bearing the state's name. A fire drove 5000 people into snow on Broome Street in New York. no lives lost.
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Chamber of Deputies
Italy
I’. P. Grapeville
St. Louis
First Thaw Case Witness Testifies on 1903 Visit
Abe Hummel testified that Mrs Thaw visited his office in 1903 as part of the Thaw case. Abraham Spydecker was then called after Hummel. One questioned inquiry was disallowed and he was excused. Evelyn Nesbitt Slhaw recalled and cross examination of Mrs Thaw finished by 12 40. A recess followed.
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Evelyn Nesbitt Slhaw
Jerome
Bryce Presented at the White House Delegation
British Ambassador James Bryce was presented to the U S president in the Blue Room by Secretary Root. Ambassador Bryce was accompanied by embassy staff as the president was attended by Colonel Bramwell and Captain Lee. The exchange featured typical speeches marking the ceremony.
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Washington
James Bryce
Great Britain
United States
DOOM OF THE CLIMBER
Two engineers seek a federal franchise to build an electrical cog and rack railway from Viege Zermatt to the Matterhorn summit. The plan includes a tunnel to 3052 meters, a visitor complex, and possibly a compressed air room for mountain sickness. Four years and 10 000 000 francs estimated for completion.
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Geneva
Federal Council
Zermatt
Matterhorn
Viege-Zermatt
Lac Noir
Refuge
Harriman Testimony On Alton Deal Probed By Interstate Commission
New York, Feb 26. E H Harriman faced sharp questions over the Chicago and Alton railroad financing as the Interstate Commerce Commission examined alleged stock inflation and self serving bond dealings. Counsel raised limits on the commission’s private inquiry, signaling potential federal court action.
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New York
E. H. Harriman
Union Pacific System
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
Chicago and Alton
Harriman Syndicate
Interstate Commece Commission
Harriman
Alton
Union Pacific
Commission
Harriman Denies All Charges In Five Hour Testimony
Harriman defended his actions in a lengthy testimony denying every charge. He argued the Alton transactions and stock purchases were justified by time conditions and conducted openly. He presented figures on $151,000,000 in Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line purchases and a $11,000,000 potential loss, asserting investments over speculative gains.
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Harriman
Alton
Alton Company
Union Pacific
Southern Pacific
Oregon Short Line
Northern Pacific
Kellogg
Baltimore and Ohio
Paraded Cuban crowds urge end to cock fight ban
In Havana on February 26 ex Senator Monteagudo led 500 horsemen and bands through the streets. Governor Magoon reviewed the parade from the palace balcony and pledged to study a petition signed by thousands calling for repeal of General Leonard Wood's military order prohibiting cock fights. The crowd dispersed after the pledge.
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Havana
Monteagudo
Govenor Magoon
Snog Live Magoon
Leonard Wood
Magoon
Iowa pioneer John W. Lormor dies at 80 in Mount Auburn
John W. Lormor, an Iowa pioneer and owner of sixty farms, once rated a millionaire, has died at Mount Auburn aged 80. The prominent local figure's passing closes a long era of farming and regional development.
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John W. Lormor
Iowa
Mount Auburn
Mystery surrounds Chicago sub treasury theft of 173000
Chicago February 26 A reported theft of 173000 from the United States sub-treasury is investigated by Secret Service Captain T J Porter while Treasurer William Boldenweck faces stress and possible clerical error. George W Fitzgerald, an exchange teller, first reported the shortage and several clerks are questioned as the case unfolds with two under suspicion. Boldenweck insists all clerks are trusted and cites February 11 as a date when accounts were correct.
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Chicago
United States Sub-Treasury
T. J. Porter
Secret Service
William Boldenweck
George W. Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald
Boldenweck
Secret Service Sees Peak Activity Amid Missing Money Clue
The passage notes widespread government secret service activity while discussing a large, unidentifiable sum rumored in the public record. It suggests denominations from $1,000 to 85,000 notes and remains unsure about a specific stolen amount.
Dolliver's Brother Victor Dolliver Dies in Boarders Home
Victor Fr. Dolliver brother of Senator Dolliver and noted speaker and businessman, was found dead in bed at his boarding house in Dodge, Iowa. He was 40, wealthy, and had supported Morningside College at Sioux City. The door was broken down when he failed to appear for supper.
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Dodge
Dolliver
Lolliver
Morningside College
Sioux City
Judge John W. Wofford Dies at 69 in Kansas City
Kansas City reports the death of John W. Wofford longtime judge of the criminal court at 69. He was famed for a quip that a wife may search her husband’s pockets after marriage conveying a controversial prerogative. A Confederate Army veteran he served with a Georgia regiment and left a noted legacy.
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Kansas City
John W. Wofford
Criminal Court
Georgia
Weather forecast for Midwest and Great Lakes today
Illinois Indiana and Wisconsin warmer. Lower Michigan fair and warmer with variable winds. Iowa increasing cloudiness with warmer in the east and colder in the northwest portions.
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Illinois
Indiana
Wisconsin
Michigan
Iowa
Chicago Markets Report Live Stock Prices February 26 1907
Chicago market roundup shows cattle steady and sheep and lambs strong to 10 higher. Hogs receipts and prices mix with bulk hogs 87.00 to 87.12 traded. wooled and shipping grades listed. stockers and westerns higher. Texas and natives prices noted.
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Chicago
Texas
John A. Babcock In Chicago Ill
John A. Babcock is reported to be with Chicago Illinois seeking reliable timing and dependable service. The note promises a square deal and timely responses.
Thaw Trial Cross Examination Ends Briefly as Witness Denies Affidavit
In New York on February 26 Mrs. Harry Thaw faced a lengthy cross examination. District Attorney Jerome plans to introduce Abraham Hummel to identify a photographic copy of an alleged 1903 affidavit. Thaw denies signing the affidavit and denies prior visits to Dr. Carlton Flint with Jack Barrymore, calling Flint a liar when confronted by Jerome.
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New York
Harry Thaw
Jerome
Mrs Thaw Testimony Reveals Two Key Points in Trial
Mrs Thaw testified she used a Stanford White letter of credit given to Thaw and that he claimed the funds were poisonous. She said cablegrams referenced a London embassy secretary and did not involve her directly. She admitted living as Thaw’s mistress before marriage and denied drugging or excessive nightlife. Elsewhere, Odessa guards and Missouri senate eight hour telegraphers bill are noted.
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Mrs. Nesbit
Evelyn
Thaw
Jerome
Mrs. Thaw
London
Odessa
Russia
Missouri Senate
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Dominion
John Bull
Rmepers
The
George Granger
Sing Sing Prison
Evening Journal
Abe Hummel
Bryce
White House
PUNCH
John B. M’7donald
Panama Canal
John B. McDonald
New York City
Panama Construction Company
McDonald
Canal Zone
Baltimore
Inter- State Board
Uncle Sam
ROYAL
Royal Baking Powder CO
Sub-Treasury
Grain Market
John A. Babcock
North American Commission Company
Chicago, Ill
Hummel
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