Inquiry on Ocean Disaster Response by Commerce Committee
The commerce committee of seventeen members plans to interrogate officers, crew, and line agents about disaster responsibility and safety measures. A seven member subcommittee may be formed to conduct the inquiry with potential broadened scope beyond a single resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odayi
Sorivéa
Line
Carim
Lis
United States
Senate
Perkins
Iquire
International effort eyed after Titanic disaster
Reports describe how the Titanic tragedy spurred calls for international life saving rules and wireless operation regulation. Captains from British and other fleets met amid debate over amateur operators and government control, with hearings cited on the need for safer maritime communication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anxiouary
Carpathia
Planta
Opera- Ltronk
Titanic Lifeboat Capacity and Rescue Regulation Controversy
A pressed analysis compares lifeboat counts on the Titanic with board of trade rules, noting 18 boats for 960 souls and questioning whether collapsibles were carried. Expert statements allege plans allowed only 650 passengers under regulations, while ships like Oceanic and Campania carried more boats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
Oceanic
Campania
Lualtanta Haa
Welin ‘Devil and Engineering Company
Futrelle Letters From Atlanta Trip Noted
A fragment mentions Futrelle and an Atlanta trip with related letters and a newspaper reference. The readable text lists Tatars and a man connected to Futrelle, implying coverage of correspondence during the Atlanta assignment.
Relief Fund Raised for Titanic Sufferers Worldwide
London reports widespread sympathy with Titanic disaster victims. Governments, the king and queen donate to relief funds, while major firms and theaters contribute. Mayor Gaynor in New York opens funds at City Hall. flags flown at half mast as cities mourn passengers and crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tafta
Mansion House
Alexandea
Shipping Federation
Southampton
Theatera
Gaynor
Londa
New- York
Naif
Meyor Gale
Titanic Loss Ignores Insurance Doubling Clause
New York April 11 insurance experts estimate nearly 2 million dollars will be lost by accident insurance companies due to the Titanic disaster. The double liability clause would double death benefits for policies on travelers by public conveyances propelled by steam or electricity. Officials warn that survivors claims will be delayed, with underwriters facing their severest test. Notable names cited include John Jacob Astor, Benjamin Guggenheim, and Isidor Straus.
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Portland
Maine
Titanter
Carpathia
Wirelless
Nora Murphy
Katls McCarthy
G. D. Meagemockes
Anna Messemockes
Medera Yusef
Bunos Moubarck
Halin Moubarek
Gitosa Mouvarck
Mina Muaulman
Sanuca Sub
Agnes Doyt
A.A. Dick
Margaret Manga
Maggie J. Mumphy
Loonch -Eldegrok
Heune Manman
Kerickeon
Kikera
Hannakan
Delia McDermott
Mariharl
John McKaren
Amg Lardguis
Helena Angusen
E. B. Anna
Kolsbottel
Nora O'Leary
Arthur Olsen
Caterina’ S Patros
Gencit Picard
Nobela Patros
Ernest Person
Axel Shine
Florence Kesorny
Urott HeGvig
Hedvig Turkula
William Turkgest
Vartauon
Eben Wicka
Stine Yesburs
Daniel Ducktey
Bridget Bradley
Ching Hip
Elmore Barlson
Beatrice Sande
Gus. Cohn
I. M. Cribb
Minnie Corte
Nevelle Conto
Will Conte
Katie Connolly
Bhena Carr
Theodora Demueder
Joseph Krigeane
P. D.daly
Charles Daly
Marcela Daly
Ettie Dean
Margaret Devaney
Rose Bridget
Amon
Scoutecruiser
Salem
Naval Station
Newport
Rit
Chester
Salém
New York
England
Strat Insurance
John Jacob Astor
Benjamin Guggenheim
Isador
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Titanic
Mom
Justes
Royage
Sint
Olympig Tast
Muer
Hawke
Cowess Roads
Olympio
Actia
Shriners
Macon
APF
Los ‘Angeles
C. Humphreys
C.F. Brunner
Central of Georgia
Savannah
Los Angeles
John B. Gor
Meta
Horna
HOTEL
York
Ata
Rogeers
Peet
Etter
Daniel Bros. CO
Atlanta
Futrelle
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