No Grief in Senate as Mitchell Funeral Omitted
Oregon Senator Mitchell faces a political storm after a death that triggers unusual funeral omits in the Senate. President Fairbanks declines the usual committee attendance, noting no Oregon House presence and the case raising questions about precedent, crime, and the political cost to both parties.
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Mitchell death tied to dental hemorrhage and heartbreak
The text recalls John H Mitchell's decline after exposure and conviction, noting he feared jail and died from a tooth extraction related hemorrhage. It reflects on how his death was recognized and the Senate's potential actions, referencing Senator Fulton and a precedent from Senator Broadrick’s death in a duel.
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Knife Stoppered Her Story in West Side Court
Dee Elpie Pirker, a 24 year old colored woman, was stabbed to death in the corridor of the West Side Police Court on West Fifty fourth street. Willam Williams, 19, a colored youth, was arrested and charged with murder after allegedly striking Pirker with a knife when she refused to withdraw a charge of assault. The incident occurred during a crowded morning session presided by Police Magistrate Mayo, and the court was immediately suspended while officers separated the pair.
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Banker Accused of Fraud in Bond Scam Case
Investor John S Stevens accuses New York bank official Mer ridge Vinton of deceiving him about a gold installment bond issued by Mid diesel Banking and Securities Co. Charges say Vinton pledged an old issue with large interest but the bond is recent. Stevens paid $1,000 as a second installment and reports a default on interest.
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Private arrests after insult to mayor's daughter at Midway
Fort Thomas dispatch reports 37 soldiers arrested after an incident near the water tower when a Fourth Infantry private allegedly asked Maj J F Tilson's daughter Miss Tillson to take a drink. Col Ray ordered guards out at 11 4 clock to arrest soldiers off reservation and stay on base. Notices warned all off-post soldiers will be arrested. arrests followed at local saloons and guardhouse.
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Gridiron Club Banquet Draws City Leaders to Willard
A New Willard banquet last night drew nearly two hundred dignitaries from Baltimore Philadelphia New York Boston Chicago and Canada. Vice President Fairbanks and Baron Rosen led a diverse crowd of cabinet officers senators representatives railroad leaders and business figures in an evening of humor elegance and political satire.
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Echo Mountain Fire Destroys Beha Mountain Complex
Fire on Beha Mountain sweeps Beha Mountain area destroying all buildings except Mount Lowe Observatory and damaging power plant, railroad line, and casino hotel. Echo Mountain area residents flee to hills as flames divert around observatory. power-house machinery ruined, communications cut, and rail travel halted. Fire started at the foot of the trail near Rublo Canyon and burned up pine belt, remarkable effort saved the observatory. Military-like operations prevented further loss at the observatory while extensive property damage occurred across the mountain complex.
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Millionaire Ballantine dies by own hand in Newark
Robert D Ballantine, 35, Newark society leader and heir to P Ballantine & Sons brewing fortune, killed himself at his mother's home at 43 Washington Street. He fired a bullet into his temple shortly before midnight. He was unmarried. His grandfather founded the firm. his father and uncle later ran it. The estate valued at least 15 million.
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Pleads Guilty of Murder in Chicago Court
Dr Olver B Hart, who came from St Louis, pleaded guilty to the murder of Irene Klokow a twelve year old girl. Morphine caused her death after Hart left the room. Hart admitted guilt but seemed mentally incompetent per experts. Judge Barnes reserved sentence for a few days.
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Rate Law Speech to Bach Committee Speaks on railroad rate bill
President Roosevelt received the Interstate Commerce Law convention committee in Washington after Chicago endorsing constitutional, effective rate regulation. The group led by B P Bacon of Milwaukee praised the president’s policy and urged quick passage this session. They noted growing Senate support and hopes the House will back the measure.
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American court upholds habeas corpus over German claim
In New York a habeas corpus ruling returns Louis Brahm to American custody after German authorities, claiming him as a deserter from the steamer Pennsylvania, seized the boy aboard Amerika. U S Marshal Mayhew noted delays in German execution and questioned the German consul’s demand. The case centers on desertion and jurisdiction between nations.
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Brazil Seeks Explanation Over Panther Incident
Brazil demands an apology and satisfaction after German cruiser Panther landed at Tajahy Catalina, arrested a man and took him to the warship. Senor Nabuco and Baron Rio de Branco urge disavowal and redress, fearing renewed tensions between Brazil and Germany.
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