Death of Miss Jean Clemens Seems By Bath Tub Incident
The New York Times reports Miss Jean Clemens, youngest daughter of Samuel L Clemens, was found dead in a bath tub at Stormfield the morning of December 24. Dr Ernest H Smith attributed the death to epilepsy with drowning as a contributing factor. Alfred Bigelow Paine, secretary to Mr Clemens, and household staff rushed to revive her but she died. Family officials and friends mourn as funeral plans unfold near the Connecticut farm.
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Stormfeld
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Berlin
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Bermuda
Health concerns spur Bermudas trip arranged by Mr Clemens
Amid bereavement and illness fears, Dr Smith and friends worry that losing his friend H. H. Rogers has worsened Mr Clemens health. He plans another trip with the woman mentioned, possibly in January or February, to travel partly for her health.
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Bermuda
Controversy Over Jefferson Statue Funds in 1906
Comptroller rules that the 95000 appropriation for the Washington Jefferson statue cannot be used as is. The 1906 allocation created a commission and hired Augustus Gaudens, but he died before work began. An inquiry asked if the fund remains available. decision: Congress must reappropriate the money for the statue.
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Washington
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Comptroller of the Treasury
Janot
Joker in Pamphlet Triggers Tariff Error Inquiry
A Republican pamphlet defending the Payne Aldrich tariff contained a misprint stating duties on necessities rose by 1000 billion dollars annually. The error, caused by Samuel McCall’s draft, led to a halted printing, confiscation of copies, and a firm correction. Republican leaders dispersed corrected copies.
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Massachusetts
Lodge
Senate
Cooper
House Committee On Printing
McCall
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Herotic
Judinos
Knoxville man named chief postoffice inspector
Robert S Sharp of Knoxville, active in Taft campaign, to be first assistant postmaster general. Sharp, former Chattanooga mayor and Tennessee revenue collector, is a leading Southern Republican. A West-based chief postoffice inspector has been chosen and notified.
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Knoxville
Taft
Reliable Authority
Yeaturday
Hitchcock
Robert Sharp
Sharp
Tennessee
Chattanooga
South
Charles P Grindfield
Washington
Ofice
West
Next for a haircut unique Christmas gift
Mr Mahler, barber at 141 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, offers to trim a boy's hair for free between 4 and 7 this evening. Any boy wearing a badge may receive any haircut, as a Christmas gift, seen as an innovation by Mr Walder.
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Christman
Neweboys
Washington
Harry Mahier
Pennsylvania
Avenue Northweal
Mahter
Lang News
Walder
Fire at Vermont State Hospital In Insane Asylum
A fire in Waterbury Vermont destroyed three wards at the Vermont State Hospital for the Insane today risking the main plant. About 100 patients were moved to a separate wing as the blaze began in ward three from an unknown cause. Insurance covers the loss, estimated near six million dollars.
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Waterbury
Vermont State Hospital For
Losa Io
Rama Battle Ends Insurgents Dominate Frontline Central America
In Bluefields Nicaragua on December 9 insurgent forces under Estrada won a hard fought victory over Zelaya's government troops. The battle left about 600 dead and 1,900 wounded with 3,000 government soldiers routed, 500 escaped, and prisoners taken. Six Americans aided with rapid fire guns. one wounded. Generals Chamorro Diaz Matuy and Mena led counterattacks. Chamorro praised for steadfast leadership as insurgents broke through at Recreo and Tatumbla. The decisive push by Mena and allied troops sealed the victory after two days of brutal close combat and trench fighting amid dense jungle and barbed wire.
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Rama
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Surrender Ends Fierce Battle At Summit After Heavy Losses
Reports describe a deadly clash where scores were killed and many wounded mounted the hill. Enemies, overwhelmed, threw down arms and begged quarter as General Gonzales signaled surrender to avert further slaughter.
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Gonzales
Zelaya’s Rise and Graft Tactics in Nicaragua
Reports from Managua detail Zelaya's control over state contracts for drainage and military provisioning, with convict labor and skimmed salaries funding a shadow treasury. The U S gunboat Princeton arrived, while Washington avoids comment amid Zelaya’s pursuit and possible escape plans.
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Aid for Nicaraguans Red Cross to Assist at Bluefields
Dispatches from Commander Shipley report rapid relief efforts for Bluefields as 75 wounded receive care and nearly 1000 prisoners, including boys and marginalized civilians, face dire hunger. Navy orders authorize naval stores and supplies to Moffatt with vouchers, while Red Cross aids officials in delivering mercy amid critical conditions.
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Moffatt
American Red Cross
Von Bernstorff Honored With Red Eagle Decoration
The German ambassador Count von Bernstorff received the Order of the Red Eagle second class from Emperor William. The honor, usually saved for the Black Eagle higher, is seen as a sign of royal confidence. Some diplomats view it as a response to criticism of his Philadelphia speech denying further German colonial expansion.
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William
Philadelphia
Germany
Christmas in Bethlehem A Catholic Greek Rite Procession
Bethlehem hosts a grand Latin Catholic midnight mass at the Church of the Nativity with a Greek guard, Franciscan clergy, and a native Catholic populace. Processions from Jerusalem, the manger shrine, and the grotto mark a sacred, crowded celebration, contrasting Western Santa rituals with local reverence for Jesus as Bethlehem’s own child.
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Redeemer
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Hi Imati
Napoleon ‘Ali
Turkey
Vienna
Napoleon III
Tesultan
Ana Nermiselon
Europe
Goa
Mary
Jesus Christ
Magazine trust surprising investigations begin
The Department of Justice considers investigating a reported magazine trust. Officials indicated the Cleveland Public Library librarian Britt asserted a new trust concept, attracting scrutiny and possible government action once official information is presented.
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Cleveland
Ohio Public Library
Mattter
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Globa
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Britt
Monarchical Bowery Farewell for Little Tim Sullivan
A large Bowery funeral procession for Alderman Timothy D Sullivan drew many groups from city life. Aldermen, Knights of Columbus, Elks, Eagles, and political figures joined civic groups to honor the dead leader. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery after a church service at St Anns on East Twelfth Street.
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New York Athletic Club
Timothy D Sullivan Association
Congress
Roint
Calvary
Daly
St Anes Church
East Twelfth Street
McCluskey
McClellan
Ship subsidy bill gains tacit president support
Representative Humphrey and the House Merchant Marine Committee met with President Taft to present amendments to the ship subsidy bill. The president signaled approval of the amended bill, pending its formal introduction in Congress on January 4. The changes, drafted with the Merchant Marine League of Cleveland, avoid a straight or small subsidy plan and aim for broad backing.
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Humphrey
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Taft
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Congress
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Lupe Rage
Voyage
Merchant Marine League
Cleveland
Ohio
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Hill
Respect for Old Glory Flag Etiquette Order Issued
The War Department issued an order detailing when officers and enlisted men must stand at attention during the playing of The Star Spangled Banner. It specifies occasions including formal events, retreats, and flag lowering at guard mounting on transport, with personnel in uniform or in effective service attendance.
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War Department
Train wreck injures 69 near Chmptenu Ontario
A Canadian passenger train with twelve coaches derailed into a ditch east of Fort William Ontario. Of about 700 passengers, 69 were injured, none killed. Most travelers were Western Canadians bound for Ontario for holidays. No nearby medical facilities forced a relief train with nurses to travel over 100 miles to reach the injured.
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Winnipeg
Manitopa
Puyaielang
Carrie ration soaked check scandal at city saloon bar
A damaged report describes a check passed at a Highth Street saloon that was soaked in strong drink to destroy its value. The cashier recalls the incident and notes the plan to bank the sum after Christmas, with the suspect intent linked to a local bar scene.
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