Roberts Defends Polygamy as Luther Referenced in Senate Hearing
In Washington January 24 the Roberts polygamy case dominated the house with packed galleries as Brigham H. Roberts argued that Mormon polygamy is not malum in se. He cited Martin Luther defending multiple marriages and claimed the law fights religion yet remains inevitable, while Mrs Maggie Snipp Roberts drew attention with dramatic testimony. Separately Mary J Colthar Monroe, widow of J W Colthar, was arrested in Carling for insanity after a Rochester fraud case involving a New York sharper and a missing daughter.
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Senate Deadlock Over Quay Seat Reaches Senate
The Quay seat dispute splits the Senate elections committee with two reports. The Democratic majority argues the governor cannot appoint during a vacancy once the legislature can act, while the Republican minority contends the governor retains appointment power during a recess, citing constitutional language.
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United States
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Iowa House Defeats Boer Sympathy Resolution
In Des Moines on Monday the Iowa House defeated a sympathy resolution for the Boers 57 to 22. Republican Carter led the measure with Kerr. Democrats and six Republicans supported it. Senate action included a repeal bill on an anti fusion law, cattle tuberculosis testing, and prize fighting prohibition. The House also moved to abolish the state labor commissioner and create a state labor society, while allowing endowment fund lending by agricultural college trustees.
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Governor Gage to Convene Extra Session in January
Sacramento January 24 governor Gage will call an extra session of the state legislature to meet January 29. A United States senator will probably be elected.
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Cal
Gage
United States
Grave declined for Ruskin remains at Westminster Abbey
London January 24 The Dean of Westminster offered a grave in Westminster Abbey for the remains of John Ruskin but the offer was declined setting no burial plan at present.
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London
Westminster Abbey
John Ruskin
Domestic troubles cited in Escanaba man’s suicide
In Escanaba Michigan on January 24 Frank Cautermash shot himself in the right temple. Doctors say his recovery is doubtful.
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Escanaba, Mich
Frank Cautermash
Romantic wedding in Des Moines ends amid annulment bids
An aged Wisconsin millionaire Louis Baker and nurse Anna H. Stone wed November 2 in Des Moines. Attorneys seek to annul the marriage claiming Baker was manipulated into the match and deeded property to Stone. Wisconsin court actions accompany the dispute with details unfolding.
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Waunakee
Wis
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Madison
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Man Found Dead as Rats Swarm in Paris Rent Dispute
An elderly Parisian rent debtor at Rue Courat died during a dispute over overdue rent. Police forced entry to find the body partially devoured by large rats, with even the undertaker's assistant bitten. The death is considered likely from natural causes rather than foul play.
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Rue Courat
Burglar Foeed By Family At Milford Home
Michael Creger and his two daughters fought a burglar at their home 2819 Fifth Avenue. A policeman arriving found the intruder under the bed. At Milford Wisconsin August Sternke 51 was married to Mrs Ernestine Erdman 65. The Bible is being translated into Filipino dialects. Gotham proposes a combine of gas electric light and traction under Rockefeller control.
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Wis
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Ernestine Erdman
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Buller's Hard Positioning Faces Volatile Boer Resistance
News from Spearman's Camp and Ladysmith details Boer entrenched on high ground near Spion's Kop threatening British advances. Buller reports shelling from lower ground while aiming a night strike to seize the kop. Boer forces under Pretorius Botha Cronje engage near Olivier Hoek road as Steyn comes under fire.
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Fighting on the Upper Tugela River Ends in Retrenchment
Reports from the Tugela front describe a fierce clash as British forces renewed action after Commandant Botha’s halted advance. Heavy Mauser and Lyddite fire met Boer defenses at Swartkop and low kopjes, with field casualties on both sides and the British eventually retiring before dawn.
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Rural mail delivery to start in Whitewater Wisconsin
Announcement that rural mail delivery will begin in Whitewater on April 1. A Portage resident, Mrs. Albert Groth, has given birth to triplet boys. Assistant Secretary of State Hill has been chosen president of the Columbian Valvants.
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Deaf Mutes Regain Hearing After Doctor's Cure
Miss Pearl Harris and Miss Mabel Johnson of Howard County, deaf from infancy, were treated by Dr J W Ralborn of Kokomo in Indianapolis. He pierced a tough covering over the ear drum, enabling both to hear and now speak several words, abandoning sign language. Details of the method remain undisclosed.
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Governor Pingree Independent Ticket Sparks Democratic Debate
Detroit reports a Democratic canvass shows many prominent residents oppose an independent Pingree bid, fearing it would split the party and aid Republicans. State Senator Monaghan and D. J. Campau warn such a move could defeat Democratic nominees. Republicans welcome it as a path to victory. A Wis. boy died after an accident involving a broken fork handle.
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Wood tours Casilda island aims for public works over farming
Governor General Wood and party toured Casilda and Trinidad inspecting jail hospitals and roads. He favors public works to empower self reliance, notes overcrowded prisons at Cienfuegos and limited road building. Havana seeks urgent road and bridge projects while railway time reform aims to cut Havana to Cienfuegos travel by two hours. National party urges provinces to elect provincial delegates to the national assembly.
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County Seat Change Sought by Wisconsin Town
Cedarburg residents press to move county seat from Port Washington to Cedarburg. Attorney Frank McGovern explains legal steps as funds are pledged and petitions prepared for county board action. Citizens pledge a site for a new courthouse and a cash bonus, with further incentives if needed.
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Plague Burns District as Honolulu Probes Plague Case Count
Reports from Major Blair Taylor describe three bubonic plague cases and one death at Tonolulu. Authorities burn infected districts, detain residents, and fund health measures with 270000 dollars, aiming to eradicate the disease though troops are deemed less at risk.
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