West’s secretary choice clouds river of graft hearings
Valdosta Georgia February 28. Senator West delays arriving in Washington for quick spells, weighing secretary duties after Governor Slaton’s appointment. Boiefuillet declines the post. West awaits a secretary candidate while answering hundreds of messages. New York hearings open on Sulzer graft. Smith demands documents, Sulzer cites a nonofficial report by Hennepay. Hennessy testifies preparation and scope.
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Valdosta
W. 5
West
Washington
United States
Ocala
Fla
Slaton
Senate
John T. Boiefuillet
Bacon
Boiefuillet
Boiefublet
New York
Sullivan
Assembly
William Sulzer
Alfred B. Smith
Sulzer
Smith
John A. Hennepay
Hennessy
State Highway Department
Soverngr
Furmmities
Highway Department
Tarmany
Moore pleads guilty and is given fine
Athens Ga February 28 Special J C Moore alias J M Lindsey once agent of the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York pleaded guilty in one larceny after trust case and was fined 100 dollars including costs and sentenced to six months in jail suspended.
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Athens
J.C. Moore
J. M. Lindsey
Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
Moore
Aisg
Alberta
Canada
Derye cCole
Lindsey
Mexico
Will theft claims target Rampolla blackmail plot
In Rome on February 23 a denunciation alleges Cardinal Rampolla and the brother of Giuseppe Caratti stole the late cardinal’s last will to blackmail Baron Rampolla-Pezzana. The will’s suppression would leave Rampolla’s wife as sole heir, raising accusations of complicity.
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Rome
Italy
Cardinal Ramea
Giuseppe Caratti
Baron Rampolla-Pezzana
Rampolia-Penzana
Something is Doing in Canals of Mars
Roston Mass February 18 the so called canals of Mars are exhibiting striking seasonal developments according to Dr Percieval Lowell of the Playstaf Ariz observatory du a di teh received here today he said the north polar cap of the planet is melting and the canals are strongest and darkest near the edge of the ap e This is declared to be in accord with Dr Lowell s theory that melting of snow at the Martian pole produces floods that are responsible for color changes in the canis
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Roston
Mass
Mara
Pervieal Lowel
Playstaf. Ariz. Observatory
Lowell
Cedarcroft Sanitarium Seeks Move to Nashville Facility
Formerly of Lebanon Tennessee Cedarcroft Sanitarium announces its relocation into a handsome 330000 building in Nashville. The South's finest equipped with electric lights steam heat and a passenger elevator, offering hydropathy electrotherapy and various massages. Located on an eminence near the capital, it claims a scenic setting and ample verandas for patients. The ad touts a drug free treatment method for addictions with endorsements from ministers physicians and officials. For information contact DM Power Greble Supt Sauersville Tennessee.
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Lebanon
Tenn
Nashville
Sani- Tarim
Athens
Cedarcroft
Bublic
Power Grebble
Sauashville
Vercice
Tennessee Supreme Court strikes down gallon liquor limit
Nashville Tenn February 28 The Tennessee supreme court invalidated the section of the liquor shipping law limiting interstate shipments to one gallon for personal use ruling it regulates commerce. It keeps a record filing provision not tied to interstate commerce. The decision precedes the strict nuisance law set for March 1, and does not address shipments of liquor to the gold in violation of prohibition. Chief Justice M M Neil read the decision, tested by W C Palmer of Nashville.
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Nashville
Tenn
Tennessee Supreme Court
M. M. Neil
W. C. Palmer
Doctor Babcock to resign from South Carolina insane hospital
Columbia Feb 6 Governor Blease was notified that Dr J W Babcock longtime superintendent of the state hospital for the insane will sever his connection with the institution. His resignation will be presented after time for filling the post is advised. Dr Saunders, second rank medical officer, may resign as well due to potential conflicts with other officials.
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Columbia
8. C
Biease
J. W. Babcock
State ‘Hospital
Tlis
Gleanora
B. Saunders
Hosand
Babcock
Saunders
Scientist killed by bite while testing antidote in India
In Calcutta on February 28 Australian scientist Dr. Frederick Fox died from a krait bite during experiments. He had just treated a goat bitten by the same snake and claimed a sure antidote for tobacco virus. Fox reportedly incised four punctures, the fifth bite proved fatal despite antidote use.
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Calcutta
British India
Frederick Fox
Firth
Negro Boy Killed Near Valdosta In Accidental Shooting
A 14 year old son of Simeon Forrest, a Black resident north of Valdosta, died after an old rusty pistol fired while boys played with it. They believed the gun unloaded when it discharged into his stomach.
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Valdosta
Spesial
Simeon Forrest
Trust measures delay Congress amid drafting battles
Washington reports that early adjournment of congress seems unlikely as committees dig into trust legislation. Leaders insist the measures must pass, but a cautious approach aims to avoid missteps. Underwood cautions against redefining the Sherman act, while debates over commissions and railroad regulation continue. May adjournment otherwise appears doubtful without timely bills.
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Washington
Awith
Congress
Underwood
Alabama
House
Judiciary Committee
Interstate Trade Commission
DAR
Trust
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
Senate
Newlands
Federal Bureau Urged for the Unemployed
New York February 25 The National Conference on unemployment adopted a resolution urging a federal Labor Department bureau to distribute labor and coordinate employment exchanges nationwide. It calls for a central labor bureau and federal state inspection of private emontees. English Succeeds Mulford in Dallas
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New York
Federal Department of Labor
Bureau of Distribution
National Conference On Unemployment
Get Rid of That Torturing Corn Tonight
An old fashioned advertorial promises a painless, final cure for corns using a tested method labeled safe and effective. It touts removal of corn root and all, claims no pain or danger, and urges purchase at Jacobs Pharmacy and other druggists.
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Jacobs
Death Calls Wife At Funeral Of Her Husband
In Roanoke Virginia on February 28 Mrs Ma Uda K Kelly aged 63 died suddenly during her husband George W Kellys funeral. She collapsed beside the casket, was assisted to a porch where she died a few minutes later and was buried beside her husband.
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Roanoke
Ma Uda K. Kelly
George W. Kelly
Praise Service Held by Zion City Folks
Zion City ML February 28 Bells rang and whistles blew hourly in celebration of the anniversary of Zion City centre’s purchase from federal receivers three years ago Elders and believers gathered for a main tabernacle praise service A discordant note came from Tabernacle No 3 where tobacco workers and followers of Wilson Glenn Voliva clash Tabernacle No 2 steps drenched with Mauid and hot tac found on the floor
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Zion City
Zion City Centre
Tabernacle
Tabernacle No. 3
Wilson Glenn Voliva
Tabernacle No. 2
Pensions Proposed for Episcopal Priests
New York February 28 The Protestant Episcopal church moves to pension clergymen with a bill in Albany to form the Ghureh Pension Fund. Monell Sayre named as incorporator and secretary, with Bishop Lawrence of Massachusetts heading a three year study by a commission. Offices opened.
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New York
Protestant Episcopal Church
Albany
No Fight Expected Against Mrs Clay for Marietta Postmaster
Washington reports Representative Gordon Lee has nominated Mrs A B Clay widow of Senator Clay for Marietta postmaster. The nomination awaits department action but no opposition is expected. Senator Hoke Smith backs it. The position pays 2500 yearly. Meanwhile a Tallapoosa post office contest arises as A I Head, recommended by Lee and Georgian senators, faces charges filed by Whit Whitman. specifics of the charges are unclear.
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Washington
Gordon Lee
A. 8
Clay
Marietta
Hoke Smith
Tallapoosa
A. I. Head
Lee
Whit Whitman
Ice Cream Makers Fight Express Rates
Washington February 28 The National Association of Ice Cream Manufacturers based in Chicago files with the Interstate Commerce Commission a complaint arguing that ice cream should be classified as second base with foodstuffs under the new express rate schedule effective February 1 rather than the first class rate, claiming rates are excessive.
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Washington
Express
National Association of Ice Cream Manufacturers
Chicago
Interstate| Commerce Commission
Doctors Say Take This for Your Liver and Bowels
Doctors urge readers to avoid calomel and harsh laxatives and buy Hot Springs Liver Buttons from local drug stores for 15 cents. Promoted as a safe remedy for constipation, torpid liver, headaches, bad breath, dizziness, nervousness, and weak ambition, with claims of blood cleansing and improved digestion. Money back if not splendid, with free samples advertised.
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Springs Chemical Co
Negro nominations fought in the Senate
A report on President Wilson's racial politics in the Senate includes Teobert H. Terrell's pending nomination as a district municipal court judge, opposition from Senator Vardaman, and the case of Henry Lincoln Johnson as recorder for DC. A National Association for the Advancement of Colored People letter urges prompt confirmation of the qualified candidate and criticizes race prejudice blocking the process.
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John Coreigan
Washington
Wilson
Senate
Teobert H. Terrell
District Municipal Court
Vardaman
Mississippi
Henry Lincoln Johnson
Atlanta
Decas
District of Columbia
Thie
Clapp
Minnesota
Terrell
National Association For the Advancement of Colored ‘People
Robert F. Ferrell
District of
Columibia
Moortela Storey
J. Fe.” Springarn
Wi. E. 2
Abductor William Walker forfeits bond in rustling case
In Walker County Alabama the trial of William Walker, farmer, for abducting Susie Fricks, 14, did not proceed as he failed to appear. His bond of 1600 was forfeited. Report says he may be in California. Fricks left a note claiming intent to marry. Federal Mann Act case also filed but Walker was not captured. His bondsmen take no action to bring him back for trial.
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Lafayette
William Wallker
Walker County
Susie Fricks
Walker Superior Court
Walker
California
Gadsdés
Ala
United States
J Walker
Walter Andrews Visits Madrid With Exposition Delegation
Commissioners Walter P. Andrews Thomas Rees and Calvin B. Brown arrived in Madrid on February 28 and were received by Premier Eduar do Dato. The group, part of the Panama-Pacific Exposition delegation, was accompanied by Ambassador Willard and briefed on ongoing collaborations between the hosts and the exposition organizers.
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Madrid
Spain
Coleone
Walter P. Andrews
Thomas Rees
Calvin B. Brown
Eduardo Dato
Willard
Clayton Court Adjourns in Clayton, Georgia
Clayton superior court at Fonesboro adjourned its term after a week of record-breaking business. Judge Reid and Solicitor Napier earned high praise for rapid, satisfactory handling as the grand jury returned sixty-eight true bills in two days, with over fifty tried and convicted during the term.
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Clayton Court
Fonesboro
Spain
Clayton Superior Court
Reid
Napier
Citizensy
Suffragists Urge Open Air Rallies Nationwide May 2
Washington reports the National Woman Suffrage Association calls for open air meetings across the United States on May 2 to urge women’s enfranchisement. Signers include Dr Anna Howard Shaw Jane Addams Desha Breckinridge and Catherine McCormick. The events precede a national suffrage parade two weeks later with participants from across the country.
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Washington
National Women Suffrage Association
United States
Congress
Anna Howard Shaw
Jane Addams
Desha Breckinridge
Catherine McCormick
Fire Threatens Concordia College Dorms in Chicago
Two hundred students from German Lutheran Concordia Teachers College fought a two hour blaze in Chicago on February 7 that destroyed the administration building and threatened four dormitories. Flames swept the center of the square but were contained by bucket brigades. Loss estimated at $55,000.
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Chicago
Tutheran Concordia Teachers’ College
Hyomei Belief Claims Quick Relief From Cold Sinuses
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a fast acting remedy for stuffed heads and catarrhal symptoms. It promises direct relief by inhalation, using an antisentic germicidal oil blend that reaches nose throat and bronchial mucosa. The complete inhaler kit costs $1.00 and comes with a satisfaction guarantee.
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