British in Alaska Statement by Mounted Police Officer
A North West Mounted Police officer in Alaska asserts American papers exaggerate force and activities. He notes a detachment of 20 men, their duties to enforce law, quell whisky trade, and establish posts. The message explains limited patrols, harsh conditions, and local resistance to police presence while outlining past and planned operations and personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Axamnibola
N. W.T
Alaska
Port Townsend
Constantine
Bergent Brown
Bonn
Sergeant Brown
Fort Cudawhy
Strickland
Dr. Wills
Port Cudahy
Brown
Tar Toerich
Eanihlens
Circle City
Hurling Leen Wood
Cadaky
J. J Healy
Forty-Sile
Forka
Dalmve
Cudahy
Otisene
Union Pacific Reorganization Proposals Discussed
Senator Thurston outlines a plan for selling Union Pacific under government supervision with a single combined operation with Central Pacific. He proposes a whole-property foreclosure to a purchasing committee, aiming for a high bid and government recovery, while noting political maneuvers ahead in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senatr Thurston
Omaha
Lees
Union Puoific
Thirstin
James B. Haynes
Thurston Iit
Washington
Union Pacifi Railway
Dillon
New York
Uw Pacife
Pacific Properties
Unity Pacific
Central Paciific
Parlie
Cipden
Southern Pacific
Union Parific
South
Senate
Missouri
San Jose
M Whale
Hale
Ste Eotte Chaten
Lyote Pike Vhaser
United States
Nebraska
Lenin
Congress
Rookgania
Vine, Tank
Republicana Shaw
Janchey
Centennial Anniversary of First Presbyterian Church
Washington November 17 Commencing this week the centennial anniversary of the founding of the First Presbyterian Church of Washington will be celebrated by members and adherents throughout the country. Invitations have been sent to former members and ministers to attend the jubilee with trustees. The pastor Rev. Kyeun Bunderlantil welcomed by Gov DeWitt Palmer and Rev. Ado Fos Alla.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unismaent
Elst Weal
Washington
First Presbyterian Chitch
Wrehington
Union
Kiyeun Bunderlanit
Tov
DeWitt Palmas
Adofos Alla
Ax HO Pratutr
Lumber Prices Advance as Pacific Coast Trade Grows
Seattle and San Francisco report rising lumber prices with the new year. The Central Lumber Company of San Francisco, successor to Pacific Lumber, capitalized at 45 million dollars, expands shipments from the CamONDID mountains region. Indian War veterans seek increased pensions with Congress urged to extend civil war benefits to them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Wil Feavi
Central Lumber Company
San Francisco
Old Patifle Lumber Company
Reunion Sront
Camondid Mountains
Vancouver
Nork 2 The Noble Life Savers at Ar jus imeriy
Washington November 17 Mr Kimball superintendent of the lifesaving service reports the past year closed with 231 stations 483 vessels and 640 persons aboard 222 days relief. Value of wrecks 10 647 286 with 9 166 085 saved 1 002 150 lost. Maps totally lost 75. Maintenance cost 1 454 324.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ar Jus Imeriy
Hesened
Washington
Kimball
Sifesaving
Atlantic
Lakes
Pacific
Laulseille
Ue Weskels
State Post Offices Shuffle Services and Appointments
Changes in postal staffing and schedules across several counties. Washington appoints Lynch as postmaster at Saxon to replace a resigning official. Lucius Day’s commission as Cherry Valley postmaster is signed. The Cherry Valley name is corrected. line service in Methow reduced to three weekly runs after November 16. Washoe postmaster Pomroy commission signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Imre
Weather Lynch
Saxon
Whatcum County
John Wurns
Lucius Day
Cherry Valley
Kine County
Ile
Cherryvalley
Virginia
Methow
Colliwss
Virginle City
Cou
Tee
Harlan P. Pomroy
Washoe
Tdate
St Louis Papers Slash Price On Daily and Sunday Editions
The two leading St Louis papers, the Republic and Globe-Democrat, announce a price cut start tomorrow to 1 cent per copy inside city limits and 2 cents outside. Sunday edition remains five cents. Also, Cincinnati’s Cyneaman Brewery Banner burns with $17,000 loss and $159,000 insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowis
Thy Republic
The
Globe-Democrat
Recitina
St. Towle
Srice
Cyneaman Brewery
Cincinnati
Ghia
Banner
Insu Vainee
Mob Hangs Goings After Frederick Assault in Public Lynching
A mob of 500 men stormed Frederick jail to seize James Goings accused of assaulting Mixy Lily Jones. Goings was hanged from a tree after pleading innocence as officers fired on the crowd. Salvation Army workers led prayers during the lynching. A second report notes the death of author Nie Smith in Boston and railroad builder John Smith in Oakland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheri Ay Hy Zimmyenan
Salvation Army
Laos
Rirdy
Frederick County
Uly
Dr. Smith
Newton
Mass
Harvard
Andover Theological Seminary
Baptist Church
Chelation Review
Ite
Tealdes
Smith
Oakland
Cal
John Smith
Denver
Gulf and South Park
Utah
The
Burlington
Ofabyhi
Calfornia and Utah Railway
Robert
New Orleana
Arter
Sehular and
Apts
Encouraging Naval Militia Report Praises Growth and Needs
Assistant Secretary McAdoo forwards Lieutenant Nieblack’s annual naval militia report to Secretary Herbert. He notes rising public interest and calls for national backing and adequate boats. Only New Jersey and Georgia filed annual returns for funds. reform urged to balance allocations and support newer groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nieplack
Washington
McAdoo
Herbert
Nieblack
Naval Militia
Rxport
New Jersey
Georgia
Venezuela Question Raises British Colonial Dispatch Debate
A London dispatch to Washington reports a significant query to Britain's Colonial Minister Joseph Chamberlain regarding Venezuela. Rumors claim Chamberlain forwarded inquiries to the British government about punitive measures, with discussions among Demerara leaders and the High Council of the colonies. Intermittent support and opposition from consuls across HALAS Guiana suggest tension over potential intervention and prestige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venezuela
Washington
Derren
British Guiana
Joseph Chamberlain
High Council of the
Volonies
Demerera
Chamberlain
London
Hugh Council
Mr. Chamberlain
Counerl
Burhord
Halas Guiana
Consi
Mr. Welton
United States
Brugiane
Weber
Ameren
Pittsburg convention hotel plans spark location debate
Robert Dindway, former ex-secretary of the National League of Republican Clubs, received a letter from General J Dickson instructing Lind Kay to arrange hotel rooms in Pittsburg for a convention week. The Totter offers no alternative if the meeting cannot be held in Pittsburg but commits to securing accommodations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittahura
Novi
Diepaten
Yetarreon
WEE Mays
Robert Dindway
National League of Republicean
Clabes
J .Dickson
Lindkay
Pirehurk
Pittaburg
Boat Race Rivalry in Texas Gulf Coast Event
In Shar Maron Avatin Texas on November a boat race draws interest with Bubear and Hanlon contesting for the championship of England and win side. The Dickinson Coast Fair Association will not offer the purse due this winter. The race will be held on Dickinson Bayou, twenty seven miles from Cabeewtil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avatin
Texas
Eheailie
Duhear
Hanson
England
Dickinson Coast Fair Association
Dickinaah Bayou
Cabeewtil
Engineer Indicted in Journal Building Wreck Manslaughter Case
A grand jury returned an indictment against Thornan M. Thompson, an engineer connected to the wrecked Journal building, charging manslaughter. The action marks a major step in the investigation of the disaster in Detroit in November. The case names Thompson and outlines the charges brought by the grand jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Due
Detectives Held Without Bail in Chicago Murder Case
Detectives from the Jerry Detective Agency are held without bail in Chicago after a murder connected to the White case. Defendants named include Willan J. Dixon Javol Pakehel Charles A. Thompson Joseph McDonald John Drew Charion J Poole William May and Charles A McDonald. The only clear acted party is Dixon as the murderer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicoko
Jerry Detective Agency
Criminal Court
Willan J. Dixon
Javol Pakehel
Charles A. Thompson
Joseph McDonald
John ¥. Drew
Charion J. Poole
William May
Charles A McDonald
Tixon
Hald Ws
Rate War Starts Between Oregon Railway and Southern Pacific
San Francisco reports a rate war between the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company and the Southern Pacific Company. Oregon cuts rates by about 40 percent, with steamship fares to Portland dropping from 15.50 to 10 and second-class from 27.00 to 4.5. Rail fares to Portland fall from 20 to 15, with second class from 10 to 6 7 50.
Barber Shop Law Ruling Impacts Sunday Closures
Chicago verdict by Judge Gibbons upholds a 15 year old barber shop closing law forcing Sunday closures across the city. The ruling targets barbers’ property and practice, reinforcing professional restrictions amid ongoing legal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jagge
Uingaga
Chicago
Gibbons
Bank Board Faces Major Theft At Societe Generale
Brussels reports the board of directors of Societe Generale uncovered a $2,500,000 robbery. The cashier was arrested in Paris for theft and market speculation. In Indianapolis, James Barnett and Ben Ardex pleaded guilty to robbing the Adams Express of $26,000 at Terre Haute, sentenced to five years and $500 fine. Atlanta notes rising costs in all lines of living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brussels
Societe Generale
Paris
Ies
Feview Hobbers
Indianapolis
James Barnett
Ben ¥. Ardex
Adame Express Company
Torre Haute
Blind luck or fate as motor car plunges 100 feet
A heavy electric motor car with 20 to 30 passengers plunged through the open draw of Cleveland central viaduct at 7 45 pm. The car slammed the gates and fell into the river, killing most aboard. Motorman Roger and conductor faced charges as rescue operations continued and bodies were recovered amid crowds and police ambulances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
Electrie
Mira
Minnie Town — Hoffman
Wenty
W. Mecklemburs
Burt Luphne
Mra
Munorman
Roger
Elaos
Mghia
Tran
Aurons
Thin City
Big Central Viaduct
Vietina
Tragic Belt Accident at Davenport Mill Ends Wesley Moyes
A worker, Wesley W. Moyes age 37, was killed at Davenport Mill in Davenport Washington when his clothing was caught in a belt feeding a packer. He died instantly as the machinery stopped. Moyes was an Odd Fellow, Presbyterian, and active in Sunday school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Moyes
Davenport Mill
Davenport
Ute Big Bend Milly
Wessley W. Boys
Wis Warnat
Noyes
Snaver
Presbyterian Church
Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor
Tita
Odd Fellows
Mr. Boyes
California
Prisoners Escape Jail Then Return At Dawn
Nov 16 morning at Jal Untocked in the rear of the sheriff office two prisoners escaped during the night. One charged with rape and one with robbery left town to their homes. By morning they returned to town and were re jailed. The sheriff suspects a guard forgot to lock the doors and left the keys accessible. The incident follows a lynching and has drawn sharp criticism of local officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kittie
Kerurnea
Ehlensbury
Wark
Jareony
Coud
Dent
Mint
Train Robbers In The Wrong Car
Three men attempted to rob the Adams Express money car on a Jersey City bound train but boarded a car with only merchandise. They pried the door and fled when the brakes were applied. Conductor halted the train. robbers fled across a field leaving 20 to 25 packages untouched. No money was taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Adams Express
Jersey City
AL Morseville
Wolf
Ori
Forts in Need of Repairs Warn As Barracks Overcrowded
General Brooks reports major repair needs across forts including Fort Awe in Montana and He recommends enlarging barracks to fit authorized company strength and proposes sending a cavalry regiment to a garri son point with a new riding hall. He notes reconstructions at Quitmore and lists locations in Montana North Dakota and Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooks
Washington
John B. Brooks
Department of Dakota
Fort Awe Ainabothy
Mont
Hid Point
Old Quitmore
Jun Hors
Messiah Goes to the Mountain
A fragment from Elizabeth Cabf Denver reports the missing Messiah figure Francis Schattier traveling on horseback in disguise. A mail carrier Clow confronts him, saluting with a white handkerchief while Schattier refuses to speak, saying truth will emerge. The scene shifts to a mountaineering setting as townsfolk react.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schattier
Leonver Pravd
Ilaabeth
Conrado
Denver
Colo
Nev
Neve
Wilaabeth
Cabf
Francis Schattier
Behattiar
Sehattiar
Tennessee Silver Democracy Meeting Plans National Delegates
A local gathering of silver Democrats, led by Bun na Harris and others, will discuss organizing the Tennessee democracy to designate silver delegates for the next national convention. The meeting aims to refine a plan for coordinated efforts among pro silver candidates and supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nanhytly
Teun
Puracane
Bunna Harris
Tnt
Ellver Democrats
Tenosaus
Condemned British Schooner by Canadian Court
Washington Nov 1 A telegram from Ottawa reports the British schooner Shelby condemned by a Canadian court at Victoria British Columbia for violations of the Paris award, following seizure by Revenue Cutter Corwin under Captain Munger during the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Tribunal
Washington
Stewbury Department
Marlboroughs Depart for England by North-German Lloyd
Fulda New York November 1 The duke and duchess of Marlborough left for England aboard the North German Lloyd liner Judda. A large group of friends gathered to bid them farewell as the couple began their journey.
War Efforts to Avert Disavowal of Turkey
London reports a London paper urges restraint as Sir Philip Currie the British ambassador to Turkey travels to Constantinople via Vienna. Currie and Lord Budisbury press for preserving Turkish integrity while warning against naval pressure or drastic actions that could jeopardize Allied aims and trade prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Philip Currie
Hirmish
Turkey
Boen
Magtahd
Lord Budisbury
Waferonow
Constantinople
Viena
Parkes
AR Shore
Potaible
Ile Port
Conatams Uynaire
Windaur
Somorrow
Hy Sutton
Tarnika Dow Oa
Geaoenl
Partaulir
Turklal
Philip
Massacre in Armenia Report Sparks Alarm in Constantinople
A dispatch from Constantinople cites a Turkish account of mass killings in Armenia, detailing 12,000 victims at Sivas and broader reports of a wave of killings. The Constantinople correspondent notes survivor concerns and asks for government protection, with figures estimating tens of thousands slain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pont
Armenia
London
Constantinople
oMan
Sivas
Land dispute decisions chill Loomis and Hulin claims
A Washington secretary's decision denies Loomis and Hulin land claims against the Northern Pacific Railroad Co. The case concerns parcel transfers and eligibility for land entries. The Loomis and Hulin interests are described with Spokane district connections, amid a broader railroad land certification dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loomis
Hulin
Washington
Northern Peone Railroad
Frederick Loomis
Williem
Spokane
Yanica
Worth
Waterville
Mead
Mike Oubey
Tnd
Mid Leone
Meritoonton
Women’s bicycle race opens at London event
London November 1 reports a big cycling contest for women of wide interest. Many entrants from France and Germany join the field. A naked tract is promised to a mile event, while prizes for winners are described as generous. No splenetic or Texas fever reported in stock sanitary inspection from Topeka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tvont
Londum
Lonien
Tudler
Adwaruim
Eyoliate Havin
France
Germany
Topeka
Kan
Arranging Tom Heed Campaign in Chicago
Joseph F Manley ex chairman of the republican committee and Reed campaign manager writes to Chicago to hire 20 rooms for the Steud headquarters at the national convention. Herr Liebknecht socialist leader in Breslau Germany is sentenced to imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Manley
Chicago
Chrimble Democrat
Joseph F. Manley
Republicat Satiorial
Reed Prasidential Berm
Steud
Herr Liebknecht
Breslau
Germany
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Suber
Nork
the Noble Life Savers
ST. Louis
Maryland
Salvationists
Sglarkson
Pittsburg
Bubear
Hanlon Ar
Ie Ag
Oipestur
Atlanta
Wade
Sonex
Messiah
Tennessee
Silver Democracy
Hctms Nee
Fupcees Shoutant
Land Gabes
Tom Heed
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