Berlin Turmoil as Unemployed Clash with Police
In Berlin on January 22 a clash erupted between police and a crowd of about 2,000 unemployed youths and men at mass meetings by socialists. Mounted saber detachment charged, many injured and arrests made as crowds dispersed to side streets. Five meetings drew 15,000 attendees with socialist leaders urging government job programs.
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Lehman
Scheidemann
Steucklan
Zubell
Reichstag
Grand Jury Indicts Overseer Over Farm Killing
Norfolk Va Jan 22 Creighton Burruss overseer on Colonel L D Starke Lynnhawe farm shot and killed a man named John Kemp on December 22 claiming Kemp attacked Burruss wife Is free the case before grand jury for indictment and action continues through the court system.
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Grand Jury
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Creighton Burruss
L. D. Starke
Lynnhawe
John Kemp
Kemp
Burruss
Princess Anne County Grand Jury Declines Indictment
The Princess Anne county grand jury, comprising farmers, refused to indict Bur Fuss after reviewing the evidence presented by the commonwealth. The jury's action reflects a decision on the sufficiency of charges in the case.
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Princess Anne County
Bur Fuss
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Funeral of the Banker Poet Edmund Stedman
The funeral for Edmund Clarence Stedman, poet and banker, was held at the Unitarian Church of the Messiah. Literary figures, financiers, and notable professionals gathered to honor the late poet.
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New York
Edmund Clarence Stedman
the Messiah
Two Nominees Named in Political Shuffle at Capitol
Washington news recalls Champ Clark praising a Nebraskan nominee while quelling a spat between Dalzell and Randell over interruptions. Randell defends himself against Dalzell and cites public service comparisons as Payne and Clark react amid laughter and banter on presidential questions.
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Washington
Dalzell
Randell
Texas
Tralzell
Payne
Bryan's Kentucky visit spurs Democratic unity and Beckhams bid
William J. Bryan urged Kentucky Democrats to support ex-Governor Beckham for the U S Senate, insisting he may run but will back the Democratic nominee. He defended speaking against party interests and warned of a strong struggle to gain a Senate majority, while debates and cheers marked his frank appearance.
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Frankfort
William J. Bryan
Beckham
United States
Bryan
Goebel
Kentucky
McCreary
Senate
Wheeler Campbell
Hughes Speaks at Last on Presidential Nomination Move
Governor Hughes releases a letter to James S. Lehmaier of New York acknowledging Republican club endorsements and an upcoming meeting to declare his position. He states he seeks no office or delegate influence, values party freedom, and recognizes the honor and duty of a possible nomination.
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Albany
N. Y
Hughes
James S. Lehmaier
New York
Republican Club
Governor Heshes Refuses Public Renomination Discussion
The article notes Governor Heshes will not discuss renomination for public view. Officials indicate he has determined under unforeseen conditions not to accept a second term, while Weng M expresses appreciation for the party and its faithful members who seek to foster confidence and esteem.
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Weng
Hrehes
Carload of Coffee Seized in Nashville
Based on information to District Attorney Tillman by the agriculture department, U S Commissioner Doak issued a seizure warrant for a carload of coffee shipped from New Orleans to a Nashville firm in alleged violation of the food laws. The coffee is charged as adulterated.
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Tillman
Agriculture Department
United States
Doak
New Orleans
University to Spend a Million on Schenley Site
Tittsburg Jan 22 The Western University of Pennsylvania trustees buy twelve acres of Schenley farms property near the Carnegie Institute for 68000. New buildings will cost over 1,000,000 once completed with competitive plans prepared for the project.
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Tittsburg
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Schenley Farms
Carnegie Institute
Carnegie Technical Schools
Ah Sin to Do His Own Mining
Amoy, January 22. A Chinese company formed to open iron and coal mines near Anton, about fifty-five miles northwest of Tsuantsin. The firm’s capital is $2,000,000. English engineers oversee mine development and the construction of fifty miles of narrow gauge railroad.
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Ah Sin
Amoy
China
Anton
Tsuantsin
Chicago Market Report January 22 1908
Estimated receipts 52 hogs left over from yesterday 6582 Market prospects slow generally steady light hogs 415 to 424 mixed packers 420 to 450 heavy shipping grades 420 to 424 rough 420 to 425 cattle 25000 steady to 10 lower sheep 1200 weak
Hogs Market Report Shows Mixed Receipts and Soft Prices
The report lists yesterday’s official hog receipts at 36 524 and shipments at 5 332 with today’s estimated receipts at 55 000 and tomorrow at 45 000. Market tones are weak with several classes down versus yesterday, including heavy shipping grades and mixed packers, while cattle and sheep show similar softness though some ranges hold. Furnished by Beach Wickham Grain Company, 544 & 545 Postal Telegraph Bidg., Chicago.
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Beach-Wickham Grain Company
Chicago
John A. Babcock Promises a Square Deal
An accompanying note proclaims that John A. Babcock offers a straightforward commitment a square deal to all. The message emphasizes reliability and clear terms without embellishment.
Church and Saloon Model License League Meets
The Model License League opened its first annual session at the Seelbach hotel in Louisville with delegates from across the United States. Rev. William J. Wasson challenged Prohibitionists and urged moderation and church cooperation in shaping liquor laws to eliminate low saloons and reduce political influence.
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Louisville
Model License League
Seelbach Hotel
United States
Rev. Wasson
Two Race Riots Leave Forlorn Injuries in Lorain
In Lorain Ohio on January 22 two race clashes left one foreigner dead and another dying. Several were injured as a crowd attacked a man named Vonak and beat him with a tree trunk. In the east side attack on Yolin Bako left him with a crushed skull and Steve Kortity with a fractured skull. Seven men are under arrest.
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Lorain
Vonak
Yolin Bako
Steve Kortity
Parliament Opens in Tokio Diet Session
The regular diet session in Tokio began with plans to meet on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. Premier Saionji is expected to deliver the government's policy address on January 23.
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Tokio
Saionji
Fatal Revolver Accident Wounds Sister in Taylorville
Taylorville Illinois January 22 1900 Melin an eighteen year old playing with a revolver accidentally shot his five year old sister. The bullet entered the child’s neck and she is fatally injured.
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Taylorville
Melin
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