Death of Jean Clemens family secretary and author’s daughter
Miss Jean Clemens, youngest daughter of Samuel L Clemens, was found dead in a bath tub at Stormfield near Redding Conn. The death was attributed by Dr Ernest H Smith to epilepsy with drowning as a secondary factor. Her maid found the body. Mr Clemens and secretary Alferd Paine reacted swiftly. funeral planned at Stormfield with public services ordered.
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Samuel L Clemens
Mark Twain
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Berlin
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Bermuda
Comptroller blocks Jefferson statue fund as reallocation needed
The 1906 95000 appropriation for a Thomas Jefferson statue in Washington cannot be used as planned. After Augustus S. Gaudens died before work began, an official inquiry asked if the fund remained available. The comptroller ruled Congress must reappropriate the money for a new statue design.
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Tracaewell
Congress
Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Augustus S. Gaudens
Comptroller of the Treasury
Janot
Joker pamphlet error shocks Republicans in tariff debate
A misprint in a pamphlet defending the Payne Aldrich tariff caused a nationwide stir as a line claimed duties on necessities rose by 800 billion dollars when they only rose by 775 million. Printing offices halted further runs, copies seized, and a correction issued amid Republican concerns.
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Deswe
Samuel MecCall
Massachusetts
Lodge
Senate
Knoxville Man Named to Lead Post Office Projects
Robert S Sharp of Knoxville, active in the Taft campaign, is chosen as first assistant postmaster general. He has served as Knoxville revenue collector and mayor of Chattanooga, is a leading Southern Republican, with the job replacing the vacant postmaster inspector post. The inspector post will be held by a Western man who has accepted the role.
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Robert S Sharp
Knoxville
Taft
Reliable Authority
Yeaturday
Hitchcock
Robert Sharp
Sharp
Tennessee
Chattanooga
South
Charles P Grindfield
Washington
Ofice
West
Free haircut for Washington boys at Mahler barber shop
Harry Mahler, barber at 141 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, offers free haircuts to boys wearing a badge tonight between 4 and 7 PM as a Christmastime gesture. The offer covers any hairstyle, at no cost, as an innovative local gift.
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Mahler
Christman
Neweboys
Washington
Harry Mahier
Pennsylvania
Avenue Northweal
Mahter
Lang News
Walder
Fire at Vermont State Hospital Destruction Averted
A fire ravaged three wards of the Vermont State Hospital for the Insane in Waterbury Vermont causing about 9.1 million dollars in damage. All 100 patients were moved to a separate wing and escaped harm. The blaze began in ward three from an unknown cause and was fully insured.
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Waterbury
Vermont State Hospital For
Losa Io
Rama Battle Ends in Insurgent Victory at Recro and Rama
In Bluefields Nicaragua on December 9 insurgents led by Estrada defeated Zelaya’s government forces after two days of brutal hand to hand combat. Gen Chamorro and Gen Mena coordinated multi army assaults with heavy losses on both sides. Six Americans fought with insurgents. one wounded. Prisoners and refugees increased as the insurgents captured key positions around Recreo and Regreo.
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Central America
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Surrender After Fierce Fight Ends Charge On Hill
In a brutal clash, scores were killed outright and many wounded. hundreds of the enemy threw down arms and begged for quarter. General Gonzales signaled surrender to avert further slaughter as the summit fell.
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Gonzales
Zelaya in Flight Spurs Central American tensions
The report describes Zelaya's flight from Managua amid Central American upheaval. It notes graft and private contracts under his regime, the U S gunboat Princeton’s arrival at Juan del Sur, and a cautious U S response while seeking Zelaya’s capture.
Aid For Nicaraguans Prompt Red Cross Aid At Bluefields
Dispatches from Commander Shipley report rapid relief efforts for Bluefields as 75 wounded receive care and nearly 1000 prisoners and starving civilians face limited food. Navy orders, Red Cross support, and planned soup kitchens aim to avert starvation. supplies and vouchers will be managed through Moffatt and Winthrop.
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Leonidas
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Hanlover
Seooner Pot
Gye
Winthrow
Jey
Consul Moffatt
Winthrop S
Moffatt
American Red Cross
Von Bernstorff Honored With Red Eagle Decoration
German ambassador Count von Bernstorff received the Order of the Red Eagle second class from Emperor William, a high honor normally below the Black Eagle. The timing, on his majesty's birthday period, signals strong imperial confidence after recent criticism of his Philadelphia speech on Germany’s colonial plans.
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County
Bernafort
William
Philadelphia
Germany
Christmas in Bethlehem A Solemn Local Rite
Bethlehem keeps a pure religious Christmas amid mixed calendars and crowds. Latin Catholics lead a midnight procession to the Nativity grotto, amid Greek guard, with reverent rites and local theater of devotion. The town, rich in ancient church ties, observes the birth of Jesus as a native event, not a global Santa lore.
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Europe
Goa
Mary
Jesus Christ
Magazine trust surprising investigation by Justice
The Post report sparked Department of Justice interest over a supposed magazine trust. Officials planned careful scrutiny as the librarian of the Cleveland public library issued a declaration suggesting a conspiracy.
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Cleveland
Ohio Public Library
Mattter
Department
Globa
Justis
Britt
Crowded Bowery Honors Tim Sullivan at Funeral Procession
The Bowery and leaders from Aldermen to Knights of Columbus, Elks, Eagles, and civic groups joined a flower decked funeral march for Little Tim Sullivan. Mourners crowded East Twelfth Street and Calvary Cemetery while officials and relatives, including Mayor McClellan, attended the funeral at St Anne’s Church.
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Washington Post
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Timothy D Sullivan Association
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St Anes Church
McCluskey
McClellan
Ship subsidy bill nears Taft approval after amendments
Representative Humphrey and the House Merchant Marine Committee met President Taft to present the amended ship subsidy bill. Taft indicated approval of the amendments and will not push the measure until its formal introduction on January 4. The Merchant Marine League aided in drafting the changes. its Cleveland headquarters backs the bill.
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Humphrey
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Congress
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Merchant Marine League
Cleveland
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Respect for Old Glory War Dept orders flag ceremonies
The War Department issued an order detailing occasions and manners for officers and enlisted men to stand at attention during the playing of the Star Spangled Banner. It specifies formal occasions and general observances including retreat, flag lowering, and guard mounting on transport.
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War Department
Wreck Near Chmptenu Hits Canadian Pactite Train
A Canadian Pacific passenger train of twelve coaches derailed into a ditch near Chmptenu east of Fort William Ontario injuring 69 of its 700 passengers. Most travelers were Western Canadians bound for Ontario holidays. no death reported. Relief arrived hours later with sending and nurses.
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Fort Wiam
Ontario
Winnipeg
Manitopa
Puyaielang
Carrie Ration Check Soaked In Rum Bath At Bar
A damaged report details a counterfeit check incident in Highth Street where a bar patron soaked a check in alcohol. The cashier recalls the act, mentions the bar and sender James, and says the ruined note was returned to the bar’s safe and will be banked after Christmas.
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