Famous Writer and Soldier Lew Wallace Dies at 78
RAWFORDSVILLE MD February 15 Surrounded by family General Lew Wallace author of Ben Hur and veteran of Mexican and Civil wars died at his home aged 78. His health had waned for years and the end came after a wasting illness. He left a long career as lawyer soldier governor minister to Turkey and renowned lecturer. his works include The Fair God The Prince of India Ben Hur and The Childhood of Christ. Funeral arrangements unknown.
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Swayne and Florida judge in impeachment trial cited by witnesses
Senate continued debate on the DC government appropriations bill as Elkins objected to a bridge item benefiting speculators. Witnesses Everard Mead Wilson Martin D Merritt and Henry F Webb testified Judge Swayne traveled with passes on the Louisville and Nashville line but Wilson said he paid a fare during a Florida investigation. Also noted were contempt proceedings against Devis Pagnot and Bergen. In Canton Mississippi a fire destroyed three stores causing nearly 50000 in losses.
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Watson Addresses Gay Gotham Dinner in New York
New York February 15 The city committee of the People's Party honored Thomas E B Watson at Union Square hotel. He urged uniting radicals from both major parties to push for essential reforms including recalls and direct power for the people while criticizing old party conservatism and class interests.
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Ohio battleship turret defect delays voyage
The Examiner reports a serious defect found in the forward turret of the new battleship Ohio. After departing February 6 for the Santa Barbara channel and firing its big guns there, a return to port revealed that gun discharge had uncovered turret flaws. Repairs are expected to take four to five weeks to restore the vessel’s turret to proper condition.
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Countess ejects nurse in Saxony royal custody row
Florence reports a dramatic royal domestic dispute as Countess Montignoso accuses nurse Mahote of planning to abduct Princess Anna Monica Pia. The countess barred the nurse from the villa, doors and bell wires were cut, and police could not enter without a court order. Locals vow to oppose any violence against the former crown princess.
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Frederick Augustus
Ville
Koerner
Tate Back in Washington, Congressman Tate Returns
Tate has returned to Washington after a brief absence prompted by Mrs. Tate. The report notes the congressman's return amid ongoing discussions about his personal situation and public duties.
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Battle Over Equitable Control By Policyholders
New York February 8 The board will consider moves to shift Equitable Life Assurance control from stockholders to policyholders. Two petitions signed by twenty three officers demand governance by policyholders and oppose James H Hyde for first vice president citing potential adverse effects on the society. President Alexander Talks defends current leadership asserting voting power should rest with policyholders to safeguard the company’s strength. Eminent counsel suggest the directors can amend the charter to grant policyholders that right.
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Abbott's warrant dispute complicates Cobb county treasurer fight
In Marietta Georgia February 15 a county treasurer struggle deepens as Abbott lacking commission and Morris lacking oath create a paymaster vacancy. The Marietta Trust refuses Abbott's warrant, others balk at payments. judges and officials dispute who should act, with claims of influence from Judge Gober and Governor references.
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Negroes Arrested After Slot Meter Robbery on Ivy Street
Officer Eugene Coker arrested a man identified as John Smedley and a woman named Marie Barnes after observing a broken restaurant window at 26 Ivy Street. He found ten quarters in their possession and charged them with robbery and disorderly conduct, bond set at $100.
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Shaughnessy files suit against Confederate Memorial Association
John N. Shaughnessy sues the Confederate Memorial Association, a Covington Ky group, in Brooklyn federal court for 817,779 19 claimed as salary and commission on funds from philanthropists. W D Chipley signs as president. Shaughnessy had collected 86,076 96 plus 100,000 from Charles B. Rouss. The case, moved from state to federal court, opened with jury sworn. no further progress reported.
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Explains Treaty to the Senate and San Domingo
Washington reads a message on the San Domingo protocol linking Monroe Doctrine to debt payments and revenue control. The plan would have the United States collect customs, then disburse funds to admin costs and foreign claimants, with Senate and Dominican Congress approval required.
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No More Girls at Old Emory During Commencement Week
Emory College in Oxford Georgia reports seven fraternities have agreed to invite no more young women as guests during commencement week and to end fraternity receptions. The agreement, signed by fraternity representatives, lasts for the year to curb criticism of the system and reduce expenses tied to graduation celebrations, which have burdened upperclassmen recently.
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Death of Mrs W W Barker at Central Avenue residence
Mrs W W Barker wife of Colonel W W Barker secretary of the Atlanta Lithographing and Printing Company and lieutenant colonel of the Fifth Infantry Georgia state troops died yesterday afternoon at 2 30 at her home 435 Central Avenue Survived by husband father F Lewis and two sisters Funeral services to be held at 2 30 at the residence with interment in West View military friends to select the pallbearers
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Texan Denies Scheme to Spread Boll Weevil
A Texas man is charged with plotting to scatter boll weevils across the cotton belt to undermine crops. Authorities say the suspect discussed methods and motives, but the defense argues the claim lacks proof of intent. The case highlights ongoing concerns about agricultural sabotage and pest control.
Texan Promoter Letters Prompt Bill On Pest Transport
A Dallas man’s offer to release boll weevils to boost cotton production spurs the House Agriculture Committee to back a bill by Bir Lovering to curb interstate transport of injurious insects and related eggs or larvae. The measure makes nonmailable any package containing such pests and imposes fines up to 5000 dollars or five years’ hard labor for violations. The Agriculture Secretary may set transport rules for scientific needs with Postmaster General approval.
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Dixie Troops To Be In Line For Roosevelt Inauguration
Washington reports southern display in the inaugural parade with North Carolina units led by Wilmington Light Infantry and light battery A marching behind Governor Glenn. Louisiana Governor Blanchard leads militia, Maryland’s Warfeld brings regiments, Virginia Governor Montague commands a Virginia brigade, and Alabama guard Brigadier General Clarke recruits a provisional regiment for the event.
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Reeves' Grocery Fire Destroys Store on Corvet and Corlop
At 12 30 this morning the fire department battled a blaze that gutted the grocery store operated by C P Resven & Co on Bammit avenue and Cur lop street. A defective stove is blamed for starting the fire.
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