Wreck on Southern Pacific in Texas Kills Fifteen
A broken rail caused a wreck on the Southern Pacific near Maxon, 23 miles west of Sanderson, Texas, at 3 am. Fifteen people were killed and twenty eight injured. Passengers were asleep as the train derailed on a sharp curve. the engine and tender fell 75 feet, cars piled up, and all but the sleepers were consumed. The ill fated train had left San Antonio at noon Thursday, two and a half hours late, rushing to make time. Continued on Second Page.
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Raid Ordered by Roosevelt to Reach Railroads in Chicago
United States District Attorney Beatha reports department of justice instructions to begin legal proceedings against Chicago centered railroads after officials testified before the interstate commerce committee. The move aims to extend suits to other cities following Chicago.
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Beatha
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Judge Speer Orders Bonds in Savannah Disappearance Case
Special Benjamin B P Greene of Stamford Conn and John F Gaynor of New York as leading defendants in fraud charges forfeited bonds totaling 80 600. Judge Speer uses sharp language as the case revolves around their disappearance in Savannah Ga on March 7.
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Benjamin BP. Greene
Stamford
United States
O. M. Carter
United States Army
W.T. Gaynor
Syracuse
Edward H. Gaynor
Boston
John F. Gaynor
B. D. Greene
Barnes
United Stes
Willam T
Erwin
Prince Henry of Prussia Tours New York City and Philadelphia
Prince Henry of Prussia completed his visit to New York after a nine day absence and will remain in the city briefly before proceeding to Philadelphia. He visited West Point for inspection and viewed cadet facilities and officers during the tour.
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Prince Henry of Prussia
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Movida
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von Mueller
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East
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Middle West
Albany
Hudson River
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West Poini
Boston
Massachusetts
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Owell
Union Station
Cagitel
General Washington
Frederick the Great
Washington
Frederick the
Baltimore groom of four days ends own life in Ga wife buy
Baltimore man Rivelph Hastings Crovatt aged 27, who wed four days earlier at Bainbridge Georgia, shot himself and died. The tragedy reported from Baltimore notes the bridegroom’s sudden death following his marriage, with state lines crossed and family alerted.
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Crovatt
Baltimore
Thomasville
Rivelph Hastings Crovatt
J. G. Crovatt
Thomasvillie
Rudolph Hastings Crovatt
Savannah
Third Street
Hithland— Town
Jimmie Coleman
Alice Roosevelt to skip Edward VII coronation
Washington March 7 Miss Alice Roosevelt daughter of the president will not attend the coronation of King Edward VII. White House officials decline to discuss the matter but those in position to know state she will stay at home.
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Miss Alice
Waghtington
Alice Roosevelt
Edward VII
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Reid
Mies Roosevelt
Germany
Americea
Leander Beats Walthour In Heated S mile Race
Bobby Walthour injured during heat at Coliseum but finishes as Leander of Chicago wins two of three S mile heats. Leander, paced by Gus Lawson, gains a half lap handicap early then fires ahead to finish the last lap strong while Walthour, aided by Eli Winesett, battles through injuries and shows bursts of speed before the loss.
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Horgh Lyander
Chicago
Bobby WaLthour
Coliseum
Bobby
Flo
Waltheur
Leander
Gus Lawson
Walthour
Eli Winesett
State commerce commission to curb railroad infractions
The state commerce commission plans injunctions to enforce the law against railroad abuses. Suits may be filed in Chicago and other cities to secure observance of the law, expanding beyond a single jurisdiction. The move follows the watchdog body’s aggressive stance against Western railroad associations and pool agreements.
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Million Dollars for Education Board Organizes in New York
New York March 7 announcement says a General Education Board is organized to promote southern education with over one million dollars at its disposal. The board of trustees includes W H Baldwin Jr and Daniel C Gilman among others, aiming to secure gifts for public education in the South.
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Johns Hop- Fine University
Carnegie Institute, Washingtoon
Morris K. Jesup
Slater Board
Robert C. Oyden
Hampton Institute
Southern Education Board
Walier J. Par Geo
Ainert Shav
Washington Dessau Improves in Marlborough Hotel
Prominent Macon lawyer Washington Dessau, reported seriously ill at the Marlborough hotel in New York, is said to be improving rapidly tonight. He is one of Georgia’s best known attorneys. Henry Blachoff Dies in New York Banking Firm Head, father of Henry Bischoff Jr. a supreme court justice.
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New York
Washington Dessau
George
Marlborough
Dessau
Henry Bischoff
Henry Blachoff
Henry Blachoff & Co
Henry Bischoff, Jr
Rain and wind sweep Georgia forecast with cooler north
Local forecast notes rain Saturday and generally fair Sunday with colder air in the north. Fresh east to south winds Saturday. Highs near normal, lows around 38. Reports cover postmaster appointment in Atlanta, racing results, speeches, and regional political notes across Georgia, the South, and international items.
Nicaragua and Colombia Press Panama Canal Terms
Washington reports that Nicaragua and Costa Rica press for favorable canal terms, urging presidential route choice while Colombia signals support for U S control. Minister Concha confirms Colombia favors transfer to the United States under a negotiated, mutually satisfactory convention.
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Jos. Ohl
Washington
Nicaragua
United States
Panama
Congress
Canal
New York
Don Jose Vicenta Concha
Colombia
Bogote
Haa
Willan Nelson Cromwell
Benefi Coungel
New
Panama Canel Company
Panama Canal
Republic of Colombia
United States of America
Panama Canal Company
Canal Company
Government of
Iam
United Sertes
Paname Canal Company
Steel Combine Faces Bond Issue Talks
Reports from New York indicate United States Steel Corporation may consider issuing bonds totaling up to 250 million by charging the issue to a subsidiary, a move discussed by a financial committee and directors though not yet determined. The purpose and details remain unclear.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
Financial Committee
Steel Corporation
Omaha political meeting signals new third party
In Omaha Nebraska on March 7 J H and Dr James Chambers led a talk for a new party. Dr A J Cook presided inviting backers to form a club. A show of hands prompted a disruptive reaction and the crowd dispersed amid confusion.
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A. J. Cook
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