Willett Attacks Roosevelt in House Debates Passing of Roosevelt
New York Representative William Willett Jr denounces President Roosevelt calling him a gargoyle and a pigmy descendant of Dutch tradespeople. The House votes 126 to 78 to halt Willett and refuse to let him proceed with the bitter attack.
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President's Last Speech at African Diamond Jubilee
In Washington on January 19 the president addressed the African Diamond Jubilee of the Methodists. He said the group inspired his seven and a half years in office and noted this would be his final public speech in the capital as president. He discussed the Philippines and the Caribbean, praising past efforts and urging continued aid in a disinterested spirit.
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San Domingo
Philippines policy praised as humane by U S official
A high ranking U S official defends American rule in the Philippines, saying education and training of native races proceed under sovereignty. He credits a standard of humane treatment, increasing self government, and warns that abandoning the islands would have left Filipinos in chaos and suffering.
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Penrose Re-Elected to United States Senate
Boies Penrose will represent Pennsylvania in the U S Senate for a third term. The joint election by the Pennsylvania General Assembly is set for tomorrow, with Penrose a Philadelphia lawyer long active in state politics dating to 1884. His six year term begins March 4.
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Root Elected to Senate Today in New York
Albany confirms Elihu Root as United States senator with separate legislative session. Joint session to formalize the six year term beginning March 4. Root, 65, former secretary of war and current secretary of state since 1906, is a leading New York lawyer. Hartford selects Frank Brandegee again as Connecticut’s junior senator after serving since 1905.
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Subpoena Halts Hearing In Panama Canal Press Case
In New York on January 19, hearings into charges against the New York World and the Indianapolis News over the Panama Canal purchase were halted. U S District Attorney Henry L. Stimson sought testimony from William H. McLoughlin and J Angus Shaw before a federal grand jury. The subpoenas were challenged as illegal but the DA defended their longstanding use. Judge Henry G. Ward deferred ruling after brief arguments.
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Taft Brother Appears Under Subpoena in Panama Canal Libel Case
Charles P Taft brother of the president elect arrived under subpoena to testify before the District of Columbia grand jury in the government libel suit against the New York World over publications related to the Panama canal purchase.
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New York World
Taft Cabinet Choice Hints From Chicago Editor
Taft has not yet named a secretary for the treasury amid talks with J C Shaffer of the Chicago Post. Secretary Newberry’s stance blocked a Michigan delegation endorsement for navy secretary, with Edwin Denby presenting views. John D Rockefeller accepts invitation to Taft banquet hosted by Augusta Chamber of Commerce tomorrow night.
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Jersey's Liquor Bill Tightens License Rules
The New Jersey excise commission proposes a law to limit licenses to one per 500 inhabitants, preserve renewals, ban Sunday sales, and allow midnight to 6 am sales only with special license. It features bartender registration and county court license revocation power, with brewer and wholesale dealer conflicts prohibited.
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Snydertown Quake Fright Shakes Derry Township Road
Residents of Snydertown in Derry township report an earthquake like disturbance on the road causing a three foot drop and ground fissures after an abandoned coal mine collapsed. Several homes sustained damage and investigators linked the event to the mine collapse.
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Raven Society Reminiscences Mark Poe Centenary in Virginia
The Raven Society at the University of Virginia held a Poe centenary program in Cabell Hall Charlottesville highlighting Dr Herbert Nash of Norfolk who recalled his brief link to Poe. Carnegie organ selections by H H Freeman of St Johns Church Washington complemented the event.
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Tang Shao Yi Bids Adieu to America
Tang Shao Yi, special envoy of the Chinese government, sailed from New York for Europe after a mission to thank the United States for Boxer indemnity remission. He is believed to have sought a Pacific alliance with Washington, but showed no disappointment as he left.
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Flag Insult Inquiry Over Prague Flag Incident
Representative Hitchcock of Nebraska introduced a resolution asking the State Department for details on a Prague clash between police and citizens with an American flag. It alleges police tore the flag into strips and trod it in mud and seeks to know if an apology was sought.
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Bookmakers Convicted After Supreme Court Ruling
Placide Frigerio and R. M. Sheffield were found guilty of operating a betting book in violation of the Locke law in New Orleans. Conviction carries at least six months in jail. The case will be appealed to the state supreme court. Edward Corrigan is charged with aiding and abetting the operation and likely will wait until the bookmakers’ cases are resolved.
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Edward Corrigan
Mob Hangs Eighteen Year Old Black Man in Hope
In Hope Arkansas on January 19 a mob forced the light plant engineer to cut power and took Hilliard from the county jail. The Black man, aged eighteen, was hanged to a telegraph pole after insult to a woman clerk. Gunfire struck his swinging body as the town darkened.
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Buffalo Census Counts Population at 415 532
The police house-to-house census in Buffalo on Jan 19 shows the city population at 415 532. The count reflects residents across Buffalo, New York.
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Stricken in the pulpit pastor taken ill in church
Chippewa Falls Wisconsin January 19 Rev Samuel Brown collapsed with a stroke at the Presbyterian church during benediction. He was seated and grew pale before finishing the service then was removed to his home in serious condition.
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Samuel Brown
National Board of Trade Opens 39th Convention
The national board of trade met today at the New Willard hotel to begin its thirty ninth annual convention. The group, formed June 5 1868 in Philadelphia, gathers commercial bodies to promote efficiency and usefulness of boards of trade and other chartered organizations in the United States.
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Texas Is Jubilant Over Waters-Pierce Victory
Austin cheering the state verdict of 1,600,000 against Waters-Pierce Oil Co. and removal of the firm. The ruling will stiffen prosecutions as H. Clay Pierce faces trial next month. Also, Roosevelt and cabinet announce souvenir chairs from cabinet meetings to be replaced at their own expense.
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Smallpox on Battleship Kearsarge
Malta January 19 case of smallpox aboard the battleship Kearsarge after infection in Cairo. Strict quarantine in place as crew remain aboard and none may go ashore.
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Feudist Buck Cot Tongame Sentenced. Father Dies in Court
Hamilton Ohio January 19 Buck Cot Tongame a Kentucky feudist received a life sentence for the murder of Parrish Arnet. During the sentencing Parrish Arnet senior collapsed and died in the courtroom.
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Kentucky
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Markets report hogs and cattle prices on Jan 19 1909 Chicago
The Chicago market summary shows hogs steady near yesterday's close with light hogs 5 55 to 6 20 and heavy shipping grades 5 85 to 6 55. Cattle and sheep receipts are recorded with cattle at 4 600 stable and sheep at 15 000 stable, with bulk and class prices listed and estimated receipts for today around 24 000 hogs and 15 000 cattle.
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Texas
John A. Babcock Promises a Square Deal
A brief note from John A. Babcock guarantees a square deal to readers. The message emphasizes fairness and dependable service without specific dates or actions.
Coal Miners Open Convention Amid Peace or War Debate
Indianapolis begins a United Mine Workers of America convention as miners press demands including an eight hour day and wage scales. Leaders led by Thomas L. Lewis seek a renewal of the prior contract but operators resist, with the current agreement due to end March 31 and talks to decide if another coal strike is possible.
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Thomas L. Lewis
John Mitchell
Roosevelt
Beauty Doctor Woodbury Dies by Own Hand in Sea Cliff
John H. Woodbury, renowned beauty doctor, shot himself at his Sea Cliff home. Police say the act followed mounting pressure from a $50,000 damage suit filed by contractor Stephen O. Emmons. The tragedy occurred in New York.
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