New York GOP faction seizes county committee
In a lengthy vote, the Herbert Parsons led faction wrested control of the New York county Republican committee from the Odell camp. Parsons elected president with officers Page Kramer Whittle Blagden Bodine. long night of delays ended 2:85 this morning amid cheers.
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New York
New York County Republican Committee
Benjamin B. Oden
Herbert Parsons
Parsons
William Halpin
Higgins
Roosevelt
Alfred R. Page
Julius @. Kramer
Fourth Assembly
Thomas H. Whittle
Thirty-Fifth
George Blagden
Edmund Bodine
Halpin
Page
Samuel Strasbourger
Strasbourger
Odell
Oni
Michael TE. Blake
Bronson Winthrop
Abraham Gruber
United Action
Féwart
Clinch
Straxbourger
Ofr Parsons
Strikes Rock Several Cities Amid Rail Chaos
Reports from St Petersburg and across Russia describe widespread strikes paralyzing rail traffic, martial law, and violent clashes as workers seize control of key facilities. Civilians face shortages amid famine warnings in Tokyo and emergency measures abroad.
PAYN IS NEXT Ex Insurance Commissioner Ready
Former New York Insurance Superintendent Louis F. Payn plans to testify before the legislative investigating committee as hearings near conclusion. Payn met with Chairman Armstrong before today’s session and was expected to take the stand likely Wednesday or Thursday. Witness Stephen M. Smith, Mutual Life official, testified on net profits from securities over ten years ending Sept 30, 1905, showing significant credits.
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New York
Louis F. Payn
Legislative Insurance Investigating Committee
Payn
Armstrong
Stephen M. Smith
The
Mutual Life
Gate of Securities
International Mercantile Marine
Charles F. Preller
the Mutual
Hughes
Hendricks
Isaac Vanderpoel
Insurance Department
Vanderpoel
State Jnsurance Department
Moran to lead Boston building dept investigation order
Boston District Attorney John J. Moran will conduct a full inquiry into the city public building department following a common council order. A special committee had been appointed months ago to probe contract letting but has not reported. Moran pledged a thorough, exhaustive review. Also notices: Peirce named first American minister to Norway, Denby to succeed him, Thompson to Mexico envoy. China Japan treaty signed in Peking to address Manchuria affairs, with Chinese officials denying broader aggression reports.
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Boston
John J. Moran
City of
Common Council
Ener
Moran
Norway
Washington
Herbert H. E. Peirce
Charles Denby
Peirce
David Thompson
Brazil
Mexico
A Rare Chance to Sell Merit Gem Paintings
A rare note offers paintings of merit by reputable artists at prices from zero to seventy five dollars. It promises immediate sale due to lack of space and urges prompt response with money. Includes landscapes marine views and figures.
Unions Withdraw From Philadelphia Trade Group
Philadelphia December reports that five locals of the International Union of United Brewery Workmen of America withdrew from the Central Labor Union and the American Federation of Labor after a bitter dispute. Over 1,000 brew crew members protested suspensions by the Central Labor Union, seeking independence under their own locals and jurisdiction. The move signals a national impact as the Philadelphia brew workers plan to appeal to their national body to sever ties with the AFL.
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Philadelphia
International Union of the
United Brewery Workmen of America
Central Labor Union of
Central Labor Union
American Federation of Labor
Floest
National Labor Organisation
Federation of Labor
International Union of Ited Brewery
Untions
United Brewery Workmen
Stoppage of Chinese imports stirs South Africa debate
London reports Premier Campbell-Bannerman announced government orders to halt Chinese coolie imports to South Africa. Kaffir market weakens as shares fall. Conservatives flag the move as major, while ties to Lord Kitchener and Irish policy loom, signaling tensions ahead in the electoral campaign.
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London
Campbell-Bannerman
Albert Hall
South Africa
Lord Selborne
Lord Kitchener
India
Lord Curzon
Kedleston
Consery
McDougal Accepts Carnegie Institute Directorship
Dr Daniel Trembly McDougal of New York accepted the post as director of the Carnegie Institution’s new department of botanical research in Washington. He will oversee the Desert laboratory at Tucson Arizona and plans extensive studies over several years. The project includes enlarging facilities with new laboratories and greenhouses and upgraded utilities. Separately a report mentioned Howard Gould’s yacht Niagara in danger amid Atlantic storms and search efforts by revenue cutters from Norfolk. A separate item notes a person named Che Piong Sik died after an opium poisoning incident in Victoria Kansas.
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Carnegie Institution of Washington
Washington
Daniel Trembly McDougal
New York
Linc
Department of
Carnegie Institution
McDougal
New York Botanical Gardens
Department of Botanical Research
Desert Botanical Laboratory
Tucson
Aris
Desert Laboratory
Tal
Sebeentoey
Howard Gould
Gould
West Indies
Atlantic
Norfolk
Nassau
Radamorelands
Bryan at Manta arrival sparks Elks civic talk
Manila reports December 22 notes W.3 Bryan arriving with a civic committee of Elks to discuss local politics. The visit builds enthusiasm as Bryan engages citizens on public concerns.
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Bryan
Manta
Manila
Citizens Elks
Legal Battle Over Comptroller Election Moves Forward
In Waterbury a dispute between Comptroller-elect M. D. Russell and challenger L. A. Goodrich proceeded in superior court. Judge Robinson will rule on a demurrer seeking a recount after arguments over ballot counting and the court’s authority. Meanwhile, local notices warn theatergoers’ families about lingering youths at Jacques Opera House and a piano sale promotes reliable F. H. Lewis Co offerings for Christmas.
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M. D. Russell
Robinson
Superior Court
O'Neill and
Thoms
Russell
Tootami Church
Goodrich
Marsh
O'Neill
Neill
Waterbury
Root
City Holiday News and Funeral Notices
City observes Christmas vacation as public and parochial schools close today. A Rosebuds banquet is planned by January 1 at the Lithuanian club on Green Street. Funeral arrangements are set for John J Lawtor at Calvary Sakte and Jeme T L Andrews in Wolcott.
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Rosebuds
Green Street
John O'Neill
Joseph O
Rakiwin Street
St Joseph's Cemetery
Jeme T L. Andrews
Martin L. Andrews
Bristol Read
Wolcott
Malaby School Fund
John J. Lawtor
Lyrarem
Jobn Lawtor
School Street
Waterville
Calvary
Polis Theater amid lease rumors and management change
Rumors swirl that the Schuberts may secure the lease of Poli theater with Polls possible surrender of interest. Negotiations point to East Main Street becoming a metropolitan house soon if deal progresses. Also, Edwin J Tup ley, a Black man, was hanged at Jersey City county jail for wife murder on December 22.
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Schuberts
Poli
Mr Poll
New Haven
Worcester
Poll
Seimberts
John Mrolarty
East Main Street
New York
Edwin J. Tupley
Jersey City
ANOTHER ROBBERY IN SOUTHBURY POST OFFICE
The Southbury Connecticut post office safe was opened last night and the contents removed then replaced except the ready cash which burglars pocketed. The loot included Columbian half dollars Mr Brown postmaster had kept for souvenirs. The safe was unlocked by turning the knob. Three strangers were seen in town that evening, one lame, suspected burglars.
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Southbury. Conn
Brown
Acquittals in Fraud Case Involving New and Wright
Noblesville Indiana dispatch reports former Treasury Secretary John C New and associate John C Wright were acquitted on fraud charges tied to stock sales at First National Bank. Four jurors dissented on one count and the trial occurred six years after the events. Another item notes a San Francisco power supply project linked to a $10 million bond issue. A separate report from Pekin says Viceroy Yuen Sushi authorized a German officer to lead China’s military schools.
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Sustainer
New le
Chicago
Tribune
Noblesville
Ind
John C. New
the Treasury
Lonton
Harrison
John C. Wright
Freud
First National Bank
Simes
Ladies Desks Sale Highlights Great Gift Value
A local sale features Deak desks priced to offer an attractive gift option. The display emphasizes desks with high demand, promising extra value for the amount normally spent on lesser pieces.
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Deak
Desks listed with prices and sale terms from Waterbury agency
A fragmented catalog lists desks by number and type including Mahogany Oak and combination desks with values and sale prices. The Waterbury Agency advertises chebrets cornoed range and a beak sere, with several misread items and unclear numbers.
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