Roosevelt Fate Hangs Over Rail, Santo Domingo and More
Dickinson reports Roosevelt faces mounting support in Congress and among leaders as he presses railroad regulation, Santo Domingo policy, and a possible third-term agenda. Senate battles loom over Hepburn and related bills, while railroads push for limited concessions and court reviews. The piece notes the third-term shadow shaping lawmakers’ stance on key measures.
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Dickinson
Andiumansa
Congress
Hs Wpre
Puesore
Senate
Patterson
Presisorts
Domingo
Beime
Rey Sam Jones Weult
Jescha
Lane
Paul
White House
Capriol Hill
Repubican
Two Men Die In Molten Metal Accident At Jersey Works
A chain broke at the Weticnal Metalurgic Works near Jersey City causing molten ore to spill into a water pool. A blinding steam cloud enveloped two men, John Yanes and John Dobus, who died within hours from severe burns.
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New York
Weticnal
Peoria Man Killed by Policeman During Escape in Philadelphia
Patrick Sa} of Peoria Illinois died in a Philadelphia hospital from a bullet wound suffered while fleeing arrest for robbing a grocery store. He refused to reveal his identity until shortly before death. Also noted is a Wight sale at Sloan's on G Street with large crowds and bargains on clocks rugs and plate.
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Peoria
Philadelphia
Patrick Sa
Say
Wight
Sloan's
G Street
Mizner Yerkes Marriage Denial Sparks City Roundup
Wilson Mizner claims a secret marriage to Mrs Charles T Yerkes, with Rev Gillies confirming the ceremony and records. Mrs Yerkes denies the union, calls publicity unwelcome, and doctors and witnesses differ on details as district attorney records remain unopened.
Plot claims big game in Yerkes widow marriage story
Chicago Yerkes family says plot spread rumors of a widow’s marriage to Wilson Mizner to manipulate affairs. Charles E Yerkes hints at motive but refuses to discuss. Attorneys Knight and Soweley dismiss the tale as ridiculous while defending Mrs Yerkes.
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Washington Post
New York
District Attorney’s Office
Wilson Mizner
San Francisco
Klondyke
Mra
Charles T. Yerkes
Charles Yerkes
Chicago
Charles T Yerkes
Mizner
Philadelpha
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Ming Ani
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Hersef
Yerkes
Astor
Philadelphia
Charles
PB Yerkes
Charles E Yerkes
Traction
Evanston
Mr. Yerkes
Fire destroys multiple blocks in Panama district
A four story Concordia house and an adjoining three story building burned in Panama City early today. Firefighters struggled for water, destroying a large block of wooden homes between Hopticion Colego and Caddan streets. By 5 30 a m the fire was under control with estimated losses around 500000 and minimal insurance. Some residents were rescued but several Americans reported missing.
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Concordia
Cervera
Hptitucion
Colego
Caddan
McMillan Enter's Free-For-All Quest For Alger Seat
Detroit February 1 W C McMillan oldest son of the late Senator McMillan and head of the McMillan interests in Michigan announces his candidacy for the Alger seat His declaration signals a clash with federal officials tied to Alger and the old McMillan machinery may influence the Republican primaries statewide as lawmakers are chosen.
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Washington Post
Detroit
Mich
Russell A. Alger
W. C McMillan
Senator McMillan
McMillan
Michigan
Alger
Wealthy Manufacturer Kills Himself Following Theater Fire
William Hedges a wealthy Chicago manufacturer shot himself today amid grief over his daughter's death in the Iroquois Theater fire. The tragedy, two years past, is cited as driving his mind toward despair. News from ocean steamship arrivals and bank advert may reflect period concerns.
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Iroquois Theater
Chicagoa
Wiliam Hedges
Threat of Strike Looms as Mine Workers Fund Grows
Indianapolis February 1 The United Mine Workers national convention rejects operators’ counter proposals and unites miners to refuse district agreements until nationwide terms are signed. A strike fund of 6 500 000 dollars is to be built with district support, plus existing deposits. a joint conference session settles to consider the plan amid warnings of industrial war after April 1.
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International Legislative Board of United Mine Workers
Indianapolis
Ind
United Mine Workers
W. D. Ryan
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Miners’ Convention
International
Treasuries
W. B. Wilson
International Treasury
International Organization
Tee
W D Ryan
Illinois
International Legislatuve Board
Ryan
Wooman
Boy Bandits Boldly Burglarize Barber Shop
New York police arrest four young burglars after a barber shop break in on Ninth Avenue. Leader William Baldock, fifteen, and accomplices William McCarthy fourteen Stephen Gargunla twelve and Joseph Gargunla ten, etc. resisted arrest with razors and threats as an officer faced down the group.
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New York
Ninth Avenue
Issung
William Baldock
William McCarthy
Stephen
Joseph Gargunla
Elder Deacon to Wed at Aged Homes in Nashua
In Nashua New Hampshire on February one a deacon Stephen L G French aged eighty eight announced engagement to Mrs Julia Kimball seventy five. The couple reside at and will be wed at the Old Ladies Home after which they will live at the Home for Aged Women or the Home for Aged Couples. French once a market gardener and church pillar, had earlier proposed to a ninety three year old resident but was rejected.
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Nashua
N. H
Stephen L. G. French
Julia Kimball
Hunt Home For
Mra. Kimball
Home
Old Ladies
Deacon French
Congregational Church
Kimball
Methodist Church
Miss Sladock
Home For Women
Mrs Kimball
Quest for Rockefeller in New York Area Sparks Rumors
Reports from Tarrytown allege John D. Rockefeller was seen near his estate with two men. Superintendent Hemenway denies the sighting, stating Rockefeller was hundreds of miles away. Housekeeper also says Rockefeller was not there, while locals suspect a tour by auto. A car seen at Ardsley with curtains drawn fuels the mix of sightings and newspaper deliveries to Boxwood.
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Washington Post
Tarrytown
John D. Rockefeller
Rockefeler
Hemenway
Rockefeller
Mr. Rockefeller
Ardsley
Boxwood
Hememvay
Fyee Soler
Robbers Hold Up Empire Loan Bank in Chicago Night Raid
Two armed men entered the Empire Loan Bank at 144 North Clark Street in Chicago last night, forced two clerks to kneel, looted the cash register of 300 dollars, and seized watches and jewelry valued at 700 dollars. They warned the clerks not to move for five minutes, locked the door, then escaped. A clerk later signaled for help by throwing a hammer through the window. police were notified immediately.
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Chicago
Empire Loan Bank
Clark Street
Woman leaps from bridge into Ohio River tragedy
A young woman about 22 wearing mourning garments climbed the guard rail of Cincinnati's great central bridge to the Ohio River and plunged 85 feet into the muddy current as streetcar passengers watched. A large black hat trimmed with mourning was found nearby, but no identification was revealed.
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Washington Post
Cincinnati
Ohio
Great Central Bridge
Ohio River
Newport
Strassengers
London Papers Urge Caution Over Anglo-Japanese Pact Clash
London papers react to Tokyo's explanation of Gen Terauchi's interpellation on army expansion under the Anglo-Japanese alliance. The Daily Mail and Telegraph call it a diplomatic slight and breach of etiquette, while the Morning Post notes no treaty modification requirement. British public debate focuses on army adequacy as Roberts campaigns for reform. Four British and three Indian officers will study language in Japan for two years.
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Tokyo
Gen.Terauchi
Diet
Shoys
M Oishi
Progressive Party
AL Oisshi
Terauchi
Ita
Great Britain
Japan
London
Oish
Daily Mail
Gen Terauchi
Daily Telegraph
Orshis
Gen Terauchis
Morning Post
Marabel Roberts
India
Bowes Sent To Hospital While Awaiting Soldiers' Home Admit
Boston February 1 John J Bowes disabled war and naval veteran held by immigration officials awaits arrangements. He was taken to Carney Hospital South Boston. Office of Commissioner Billin said word from New York was expected soon on admission to a soldiers home.
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Boston
John J. Bowes
Carney Hospital
Billin
New York
Fire On Meade Kills Captain Dakin In Courageous Rescue
Three lives were lost and fifty-eight injured in a Meade transport fire at the Folsom Street pier. Capt. Charles Dakin died battling the blaze while Third Officer Wallace and Hoseman Hennessy were among the victims. Fire Captain Wilson and Chief Operator Lassak helped save many as crews battled the flames for hours amid loaded explosives and scattered personal effects. Public and military officials pledged full inquiry into the disaster and salvage efforts.
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Meade
Hennessy
San Francisco
United States
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Folsomtreet Pier
Thomas
Manila
C A. Devol
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Freman
Alex Lack
Morris Fireman
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Charles Gill
George Brown
W Raeger
Morris
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George Wilson
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Joseph Cook
J H Dale
Wallace Wallace
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