Ship Burns at Sea as 37 Rescued Near Nova Scotia
The steamer St Cuthbert burned off the Nova Scotian coast after a fire swept the vessel while en route from Antwerp to New York. Fifteen crewmen drowned while trying to abandon ship as the Cymric rescued 37 survivors, including the captain, in a nine hour, raging gale with snow. The Cymric then proceeded to Boston with the rescued, while St Cuthbert sank. The St Cuthbert, 95 tons, was owned by British Foreign Steamship Co and was a recently built vessel.
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St. Cuthbert
Antwerp
New York
Nova Scotian
Cerew
White Star Maer Cym
Hoston
Ton Oat Tbe Curmrie
St. Curmbert
Cymrie
View
St Cuthbert
Worth
Tyelve
Ves. Cuthbert
Foreign Steamship Company
Oosepenl Salon
James Wifap
Iris
Lantic Feammship
St. Ihbert
Hitchcock Trial Delayed as Defendant Faces Busy Money Making Schedule
Indicted for assaults on several girls, Hitchcock cannot attend court due to earning obligations. Henry W. Savage told John Freaneberg that arrangements are in progress with the district attorney and a civil society to address postered notices.
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Washington
New York
Canehan
Henry W. Savage
Tohn Freaneberg
Jerome
Ener
Fon
Fon Hitcheack
Aod Mechitivens Society
Burglaries in New York Prompt Police Action and Reports
A damaged account describes burglaries in Manhattan with details on arrests and investigations. Officials including Commissioner Rimi discuss responses to break-ins near Gramercy and Stuyvesant areas, noting several suspects and planned plane searches. Authorities promise further steps and emphasize the need for vigilance after a spate of robberies.
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Washington
New Sark
Stuyvesant
Gramerestom
Govesver
Burgiarets
Metremott
Rimi
McDermutt
Angel
Germany leads in patents with many issued to citizens
Commissioner of Patents Kurt told Congress that Germany had the most patents issued to its citizens among foreign nations. The office reported total referrals and expenditures for the year, with 48,762 applications for patents designs and refusals and 26,000 patents issued. Expired patents and foreign ownership details were noted, including corelen patents in most countries except China.
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Kurt
Congress
China
Bonus Award for Pullman Ride Personnel
The Pullman Palace Car Company in Chicago distributes 830 among 3 770 employees in the car line for 191. The bonus equals one month’s salary for each conductor and porter who stayed on the payroll throughout the year without demerits. The company plans a similar annual bonus to reward continued clean conduct.
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Chicago
Pullman Palace Car Company
Lee Department
Women Smoke Ban Vetoed by Mayor in New York
In New York on February the city board of aldermen passed an ordinance to bar women from smoking in public places but Mayor Mi Clellan vetoed it. He argues the aldermen lack authority to issue such a ban. The measure would have required hotel and restaurant owners to prevent women patrons from smoking.
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New York
Board of Aldermen
MiClellan
Judge in Workhouse Ail Back Aches From Labor
Special to The Washington Post Toledo Ohio February 1 Police Judge James Alleun Jr the Golden Rule Judge emerges from the workhouse sore hungry and wiser after a day of inmate labor He says a workhouse sentence is hard and notes it will affect his dispensing of justice Prosecutor Trunk Dover and Matron Ida rant also sentenced to four hours in the workhouse They are processed through the police court with the others and enter the workhouse dining room before being clothed in prison uniforms and put to breaking ice for the facility.
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Toledo
Washington Post
James Alleun Jr
Austin
Trunk Dover
Idarant
Sonia Krelyer
Pelice Court
James Austin
Price
Silent
Smith
Panol
Patrelinen Walter
Streeter
Jami Lannhoff
Colyt
Judge orders Heinze held liable for part of bank loss
Judge Lynch finds copper manipulator Heinze liable to a portion of the bank’s losses. Receiver Lyons of the Aetna Bank, in liquidation since October 1998, is ordered to recover 897.00 from Augustus Heinze and ALB Clements for cash value of stock exchanged for Aetna shares.
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Butte
Mant
Lynch
Nnt
Robert M. Lyons
Aetna Hank
Wanst
Augustus Henze
Alb Clements
Imer
Heinze
Acina Savings and Trust Company
Aetna Banking and ‘Trust Company
Contenn
Peary Visits White House Before Northward Journey
Commander Peary, famed Arctic explorer, visited the White House to pay respects to President Roosevelt before departing for another expedition. The visit follows earlier meetings with officials and correspondence regarding the upcoming voyage.
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Peary
White House
Portugal’s King Hands Reins to Coalition Ministry
In Lisbon a new coalition ministry forms as Manuel II places himself under his cabinet. Authorities report plots behind the king’s assassination uncovered with plots to flee. Police arrest many, border guards tighten, censorship on telegraphs strict, and city papers suspend.
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Manuel II
Franco
Lisbon
Cherry
Portugal Forming New Cabinet After Assassination Turmoil
Lisbon reports a new cabinet under a regimed president admiral with a king restored order while tensions persist. Franco is ousted as monarchist unrest grows, and the royal family mourns as investigations reveal a meticulously planned murder plot.
Pretender States Position on Portugal Tragedy
A Dom Miguel de Braganza representative in Vienna says the pretender’s view, that the tragedy in Lisbon shocked the duke who left for Italy, and that those responsible should pause for the widow and son. In Viareggio, Dom Miguel says Portugal’s situation is graver than official reports, predicting serious events soon.
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Dom Miguel
Manuel
Vienna
Dom Miguel de Braganza
Portugal
Italy
Viareggio
Lisbon
Porihren
Porihren. the Protemder
Condolences From America To Portugal Ruler
The White House dispatched a cable expressing heartfelt condolence to King Manuel II of Portugal and his Queen Mother on the death of the Portuguese royal family. Theodore Roosevelt notes the bond between the American people and Portugal amid the tragedy. The Senate passed a foreign relations resolution deploring the deaths and requesting delivery to the Portuguese government.
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Second Lancers
Prince of Wales
Charles of Bourbon
Duke
Aosla
Victor Immanuel
Amelie
Duke of
Oporto
Lee King
Pate
Paris
Charles Page Bryan
Portugal
Liston
Niagara Falls
Niagara
Pennsylvania Railroad
Symmathy
White House
Manuel 11
Theodore Roosevelt
Senate
Cullam
Committee On Foreign Relations
Senate of
United States of America
Russ draws parallel warning government of danger in Petersburg
The Petersburg paper cites a parallel between Portugal and Russia and warns that a similar event could occur locally. The Nove Vremya blames anarchists for the plot and links it to the dictatorship of Franco, noting resistance from political parties.
Prayers Reported for King Carlos Assassination
Dispatch from Delagoa Bay notes Portuguese republicans and adventurers openly rejoicing at the assassination of King Carlos and the Crown Prince. Expressions of joy are feared to spread, and prayers for the assassins have been offered in a church.
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Cape Town
Delagoa Bay
Lighon
Impareial
Maria Pla
Lisbon
Huelva
Cristina
Ayamonte
Vigo
Oporto
Franco
Hungarian Chamber Rejects Posthumous Resolution for King
Budapest February notes the Hungarian Chamber of Deputies voting down a government motion on Portugal’s royal death. The substitute said the Hungarian Parliament would not honor a king who ended constitutional government and set up a dictatorship. Griscom Postpones Dinner in Rome due to court mourning for the Duke and Duchess of Connaught.
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Budapest
Chamber of Deputies
Todey
Portugal
Carlos
Griscom
Rome
Jalord
Nome
Charles W Morse Fined In Honor Jury Panel
In New York authorities fined trust financier and ex bank president Charles W Morse $100 after he did not answer when his name was called on the jury panel for the Supreme Court trial term Part IX. Judge Junieford presided and directed the verdict.
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New York
Charles W. Morse
Exwank
Supreme Court
Morse
Junieford
Funeral of Mrs Ianaga in Little Church Around the Corner
Funeral services honored Mrs Ellen M Ianaga widow of Antonio Yanaga and grandmother of the Duke of Manchester. Duchess of Manchester and others attended at the Church Around the Corner. Notables including Ogden Mills John Jacob Astor Vanderbilt family and relatives were present. Burial at Woodlawn followed the service.
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New York
Ellen M. I ¥Anaga
Antonio Yensga
Duke of Manchester
Duchess of Manchester
Fine Kave
Ogden Mills
Bre
John Jacob Astor
J. P. Kernochan
Fred W. Vanderbilt
Harry B. Holland
William K. Vanderbilt
William Peet
Alfred G. Vanderbilt
Dr. Houghton
Lady Kaye
Emily Yanaga
Houghton
Woodlawn Cemetery
British war ships off interference not planned
Gibraltar Feb 3 British second waiser squadron sails west not to Lisbon. Rumors of joint Britain Spain action fade. Lisbon crisis seen as remote. Portugal to restore order with Franco leading. British fleet moves to avoid appearance of meddling while safeguarding English subjects.
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Spain
Lisbon
Britain
Portugal
Gibraltar
Great Brita
Great Britain
Foreign Office
Senhor Franco
Franco
Vigo
Exmouth
Asheton G. Curzon-Howe
Tagus
Foraker in defeat Taft body is recognized
State supervisors in Cleveland recognize the Taft backed body and debate authority to remove the local board. This development follows a split within party lines as tensions rise over control of city governance.
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Cleveland
Roosevelt Committees Arm in Ohio Primary Contest
Columbus, Feb 3. The Republican State central committee recognized the Baker committee in Cuyahoga County, aligning with Tate supporters. Harvey and Roosevelt factions contest control. State supervisors may remove county members if needed, likely to seek court decision on controlling committee. In many counties only one delegate list exists, enabling primaries to be skipped to save costs.
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Columbus
Ohio
Republican State Central Committee
Baker
Tate
Cuyahoga County
Harvey
Benetor’ Foraker
Roosevelt
State Board
State Central Committee
Cuyenage
J. M. Matthews
Cleveland
State Committee
Board of Elections
Sountels
Salem doubts flag authenticity over Chesapeake banner
Salem residents question the London flown flag claimed as Capt James Lawrence's Chesapeake. Salemites recall Lawrence's ships and the Halifax to Salem transfer, noting flags draped at Infinity Churchyard in New York the supposed Chesapeake flags. People inquire about the London flag's status with the New Jersey Historical Society.
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Boston
London
James Lawrence
Chesapeake
Salem
Lawrence
Halifax
New Turk
Bay
New Jersey Historical Society
New York Central Shops at West Albany Resume Operations
After a temporary shutdown the New York Central Railroad Company's shops at West Albany resumed operations today. About 130 men were put to work. The Mage Furnace Company reopened its Chelsea plant after a two week shutdown, saving skilled mechanics. Corlis Mills in Millbury began a four day, two week schedule with about 135 workers.
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Albany
N.Y
New York Central Railroad Company
West Albany
Boston
Fes. &B
Mages Furnace Company
Chelsea
Millbury
Mass
Corlis Mills
Bryan ministers not so hostile in run for nomination
In Philadelphia on February 3 William J. Bryan said clergy who opposed him now inviting him to address conferences offer a hopeful sign. He thanked callers who wished him success and noted that if voters want him nominated at Denver they should instruct their delegates accordingly at the Democratic convention.
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Nebraska
Philadelphia
William J. Bryan
Roland
Morris
Pennsylvania Democratic Club
Bryan
Democratic Party
Denver
Roosevelt
Cockran
Rooevelt
Foner
Prigida Moosevelt
Mesage
Cocktea
Sherwood
Ohio
Pete Hepagen
Gallerien
Treasure Vessel Gold Recovery Efforts Abandoned
A long account details the 1884 sinking of a vessel off the Mexican coast near Manzanillo carrying 1.8 million dollars in gold. Attempts to recover the treasure by J. E. Phillips and associates from Denver Wilmington Philadelphia and Danville have failed due to storm damage and inadequate pumping gear. A new attempt awaits better pumps.
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Msapre
Mexico City
Fuba
Delee
Bryan
Goldeod i. Gorg
United States
Mandenillo
New York
San Francisco
Halt
Taentha
J. E. Phillips
Denver
G. R. Johnston
Wilmington
Del
B. F. Phittips
Philadelphia
S. F. Phillips
Danville
Clergymen Grow Less Hostile to Bryan Says Visitor
Mr. Bryan noted a marked change among clergymen during the last decade. He observed they were largely opposed before but now study affairs and invite him to address conferences showing interest instead of hostility. He then left for Reading, Pennsylvania.
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Bryan
Reading
Blood and Labor Fears Stir Denver Amid Yellow Peril Drive
A mass meeting in Denver forms the Yellow Peril Exclusion League to expel Japanese and Chinese labor. The group claims 1,000 laborers in its planned movement and urges drastic action, with leaders advocating bloodshed to force Congress to address the race question. In Indiana, Lewis narrowly wins United Mine Workers presidency over Wilson, conceding fears of radicalism but pledging to defend workers rights and seek favorable conditions for labor.
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Spensat
Washington
Denver
Colo
Colorado
America
Ely
Congress
Enda
R. B. Croxkey
Pacific
Washington Post
Indianapolis
Ind
Lewis
United Mine Workers of
Amelia
William B. Wilson
Mitchell
Furniture by cubic foot sparks Capitol trial
In New York on February 3 Edward Mazurka, a twenty three year old from Harrisburg, was injured when a coal truck toppled on him near Vandeventer and Steinway avenues. His wooden leg, cost of one hundred sixty dollars, was damaged and later repaired. The case centers on per foot furniture pricing used for invoices in Capitol transactions, with total payments shown as eight hundred seventy eight thousand sixty six dollars and forty cents. Court overruled defense objections to the furniture price comparisons.
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Washington
New York
Washinston
Edward Mazurka
Harrisburg
Long Island City
Vandeventer and
Steinway Avenues
Mazurke
Berg
John R. Sanderson
The
Commonwealth
John's Hospital
Mazurka
Sanderson
Capitol
Debating the President in a dynamic House session
Townsend of Michigan led a lively House debate praising the President while Cochran and Sherwood clashed over Roosevelt Bryan and reform. Hepburn defended the administration as floor packed and rhetoric sharp, ending after a long session as a key political exchange in the era.
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Mr. Townsend
Col. Hepburn
House of Representatives
Townsend
Michigan
Republican Party
Re Parketan
Cochran
William Jennings Bryan
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