Rate Legislation Endangers Prosperity at Senate Hearing
Iowa pork packer E T Koch urged the Senate committee to oppose federal rate controls, arguing state laws keep Iowa industries competitive and that current interstate rules suffice. Opponents from Alabama and Philadelphia warned new rate powers could hurt growth, while rail and industry leaders urged leaving rates to experts.
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Baseball scores from national and American leagues
National league results show Pittsburg 1 New York 7 Chicago 2 Brooklyn 1 St Louis 5 Boston 3 Cincinnati 4 Philadelphia 9. American league notes New York 3 St Louis 0 Philadelphia 1 Chicago 2 Washington 2 Detroit 4 Second game Washington 2 Detroit 4 Boston 4 Cleveland 11 10
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General Engagement Expected Very Soon
Reports from St. Petersburg on May 19 indicate armies in Manchuria are active but no general engagement yet. Cadre briefings note growing signals of a forthcoming major battle in the near future.
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Manchuria
War Office
Moro Outlaws Killed in Action in Sula Region
Manila reports General Wood’s campaign against Moro outlaws ends with the killing of key followers of the sultan of Sula. Isolated chiefs on Jolo were not involved. Outlaws defended in dense jungle, forcing close combat. Wood's forces suffer nine killed and twenty one wounded, with two constabulary killed.
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Jolo
Sola
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Constabulary
Express Car Robbed and Burned Near Belhayrese
An express car of the United States Express Co. attached to the Philadelphia and Reading line leaked fire after departing New York for Philadelphia. The car, detaching at Belhayrese station, burned most contents including papers from Washington. Authorities deny the robbery claim as unconfirmed.
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United States Express Co
Philadelphia and Reading
Philadelphia
Washington
Belhayrese
Bandita
United States
Epxress Co
Baltic Steamer Lands After Rough Eight Day Crossing
The White Line steamer Baltic arrived this morning after an eight day voyage from Liverpool and Queenstown. It faced fresh to strong winds and gales for most of the trip, and on May 14 its steering gear failed requiring four hours of repairs. Passenger Charles M. Schwab was aboard and refused to discuss his trip at quarantine.
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Baltic
Liverpool
Queenstown
Charles M. Schwab
Barn and two fine horses burned near Leetown
During a violent electric storm over Jefferson county last night the barn of 8 Randolph Sale near Leetown was struck by lightning. The entire building and contents were destroyed including two fine carriage horses. Loss is estimated at 2500 dollars with partial insurance.
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Randolph Sale
Leetown
Lews
Three Men Die In Bomb Blast Aimed At Governor General
In Warsaw on May 19 a bomb carried by a workman exploded as he avoided two detectives on Mindowa street. The blast killed the workman and both detectives, injured two bystanders, and damaged a cafe and nearby windows. Officials believe the device targeted Governor General Maximovich as he neared the cathedral for a czar birthday service.
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Maximovitch
Navy backs Commander Cutler over Galveston protest
The Navy Department approved Commander Cutler’s handling of discipline on the cruiser Galveston in Galveston and dismisses a humane society protest over alleged ill treatment of crew. It notes the society errs in naming W. H. Moody as secretary of the navy and reports jackies were jailed for drunkenness and disorderly conduct but released after sobering up.
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New Auxiliary For Modern Warfare Tested At Rockaway Point
Joseph J. McIntire unveiled a new archery rocket like projectile at Rockaway Point. The brass outer case contains a dynamite core with shrapnel strips and plaster of Paris. Tests fired from four tripod platforms at various angles exploded on land air and sea to prove range and siege use.
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Rockaway Point
Isaf
Seige
Woods Pleads Guilty and Gets Thirty Years
Somersville New Jersey May 19 lawyer Swackheimer for George H Woods the murderer with an alleged dual personality entered a plea of guilty of murder in the second degree at court opening thus closing a remarkable trial in the annals of New Jersey.
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Yer Swackheimer
George H. Wood
Annale
New Jer
Wood Pleads Guilty in Second Degree Murder
Wood was sentenced to thirty years in state prison for murder in the second degree after pleading guilty. The defense cited family advice and sanity concerns, while the judge imposed the term as Wood remained calm. Mrs. Williams, wife of the victim, sobbed as Wood spoke, and relatives wept.
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Queen Contest Voting Closes At Noon Today
An error omitted candidate Mies Batelle Barges from the list. She has 1860 votes after yesterday, with 835 added to Thursday night and 1025 yesterday. Ballots close at 12 noon, ballots counted at Carnival Headquarters at 1 pm in the presence of contestants' representatives, queen crowned at 7 80 pm on carnival grounds.
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Mies Batelle Barges
Hamburg Takes Lead in Ocean Yacht Race
Commodore Benedict followed the ocean yacht racers 130 miles out to sea in his steam yacht the Oneida and reports that the Hamburg has taken the lead from the Atlantic. Both yachts are on the same tack at a lively rate, the Hildegarde lies farther east. The Hamburg appears to be gaining with its topail set and a split. The first yacht sighted by Nantucket Shoal lightship with wireless is believed to be the Earl of Crawford s Valhalla.
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Hamburg
Atlantic
Hildegarde
Nantucket Shoal
Earl of Crawford
Valhalla
Baron Rothschild Not Seriously Ill in Paris
A correspondent for Publishers' Press reports Baron Rothschild, head of the banking firm, is not seriously ill. He is said to be suffering from gout with influenza, but the condition is described as not serious. Despite this, there is unease about his health.
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Publishers’ Press
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Carnevil
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George
Big Snake
Blaefield
Carnivale in the City: High Diver Steals the Show
The carnival drew vast crowds as shows ranged from a hypnotized woman in red to a snake act. Chief Field Marshal Carter performed the high dive amid wind setbacks, while The Daily Telegraph promoted him daily. The author praises the carnival as well managed and entertaining.
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Zephyre
Binefield
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted as Universal Remedy
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all stages as a constitutional treatment. The ad claims it works on the blood and mucous surfaces, offering one hundred dollars to any case it fails to cure and invites testimonials. Sold by F J Cheney Co Toledo and by all druggists. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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F. J. Chenefy & CO
Toledo
Red Men's Gala Week Queen to Be Crowned May 19
The Red Men's gala event will crown the queen on May 19, with plans for festivities and community recognition. Guests, participants, and local sponsors are listed for the celebration.
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