Bishop Rogers Dies in Chatham at 74
The Right Rev. James Rogers D D Roman Catholic bishop of Chatham died here this morning at the age of 74. Born in 1826 in Donegal Ireland he led the diocese from 1860 and oversaw growth from seven priests to fifty. Funeral is set for Thursday at 9 30. Bishop Barry arrived after Rogers relinquished charge last November.
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Donegal
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Halifax
Sulpician Seminary
Montreal
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Nova Scotia
Bermuda
Connolly
Charlottetown
Rogers
Thomas Barry
Bathursty
Barry
Death by self admission linked to Boston apothecary clue
Providence R I March 22 A man registered as William Underhill from Springfield was found dead in a Crown Hotel room. Three empty one ounce vials lay beside him and the coroner ruled probable death by self administration of chloroform. A Boston apothecary stamp on a vial and a Boston paper in the room suggest a Bostonian connection.
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William Underhill
Springfield
Boston
John Perrin
Apothecary
Mass
William H. Casey Charged With Forging Brother’s Name
Police inspectors arrested William H. Casey 24 of Pittsfield Massachusetts on two counts for forging his brother s name on checks dated April 26 1901. The checks payable to Stephen Tilton Co of Central Wharf totaled amounts not specified in the readable text.
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Pittsfield
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Stephen Tilton & Co
Central Wharf
Boston Harbor Freezes 1844 The Britannia Sails Through
In January 1844 Boston Harbor froze blocking the Britannia’s sailing. Merchants funded ice cutting to carve a 10 mile channel within three days. Ice thickness reached six to 42 inches as crowds gathered on the ice. On February 3 the Britannia steamed through the open water amid cheering spectators and a festive scene.
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Frederick Tudor
Advertiser
Britannia
New York
Burdick Murder Inquest to Resume in Buffalo Court
The Burdick murder inquest returns to Judge Murphy's court at 2 p.m. with witnesses including George C. Miller, Lizzie Romance, and Mrs. Alice Burdick. Police will limit crowding as testimony centers on Pennell, alibis, and the victim’s domestic life plus a key letter claimed to urge killing.
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A. R. Pennell
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Lizzie Romance
Pennell
Alice Burdick
Romance
Kensington Alove
Lowell Labor Tensions Escalate as Strike Possibility Grows
Lowell leaders warn a strike is likely unless demands are met. The union alliance includes the AFL, National Loom Fixers, and United Textile Workers. Officials expect actions from the United Textile Workers in Fall River while President Conant may address the Board of Trade about mounting danger.
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National Loom Fixers’ Association
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Lowell
New England
Fall River
Arbitration board may settle Lowell strike
The Lowell Board of Trade member cited as a likely arbiter could join a proposed arbitration board to settle the Lowell strike if a board is appointed.
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Nappers Hold Closed Meeting Amid Uncertain Action
The group met behind closed doors and expressed determination to stand by, with readiness for action expected Thursday after official notification of union sentiments from the national body. No details were released.
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Business men seek settlement to avert Lowell strike
The text describes businessmen aiming to prevent a strike to avoid a terrible blow to Lowell’s economy. The Mayor plans to stay out but may change stance. Mr. Palmer of the State Board of Arbitration works to arrange a settlement and is trying to contact local labor leaders.
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Palmer
State Board of Arbitration
Humor of Matchmaking by Judge Adams in Irish Lecture
Judge Adams of Limerick spoke at the Irish Social Club in London on Irish humor and matchmaking. He described rural marriages made in pubs on Shrove Monday, often decided by cattle and beds, with brides meeting grooms at the altar or in darkness by the fireside.
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Wood Replies To Rathbone Charges In Cuba Case
Brigadier General Leonard Wood filed a voluntary statement with the Secretary of War defending his Cuban tenure and denying accepting gifts other than personal. He sails for Manila after leaving Washington and says he is ready to appear before any congressional committee regarding the charges.
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No Trace of Mr. Dennison Deepens Buffalo Missing Man Search
Detectives and police in Buffalo pursue Charles G. Dennison, the wealthy Chicago man who vanished five days ago. Despite extensive inquiry and efforts, authorities have been unable to locate him or uncover leads.
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Chicago
Missing Dennison Seen On Main Street After Train Departure
Reports question a former acquaintance about Dennison aboard the Southwestern Limited bound for New York last week. Detectives say he did not catch that train and was seen on Main Street a half hour later talking with a man. Dennison, 61, heads Sidney Shepard & Co. of Chicago New York and Buffalo.
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Francis Welcomed Back to St. Louis World Fair Leader
David R. Francis president of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Company returned from Europe where he pursued fair interests. He was greeted by at least 10,000 people as Mayor Rolla Wells and a reception committee welcomed him at the station. He was escorted home through cheering crowds.
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Cleveland Club Defeats New Orleans 7 to 3 in South Game
In New Orleans on March 22 the Cleveland club beat New Orleans 7 to 3 before an attendance of 6000 fans.
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Cleveland Club
Two Men Attempt To Seize Indiana Town In Bank Run
Bert and Jesse Hills of Brown's Valley tried to capture Crawfordsville Indiana yesterday. They attacked the station agent then sought revolvers at a store. After a street battle and a 30 mile chase they were captured by a posse and wounded during the pursuit.
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Dynamite attack on Bangor patrolman’s house fails
At 2 AM in Bangor Maine an attempt to blow Patrolman Thomas A Davis house to atoms with dynamite failed when a fuse misconnection caused only one cap to explode. Davis wife and three children slept upstairs as three prior Saturday night incidents unsettled the city. The assailants remain unknown despite police efforts.
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Chelsea Hotel Man Arrested in Chelsea Case
Everett E. Mills proprietor of the Carleton House Chelsea was arrested on the charge of assuming to be a licensed innholder. A Chelsea police search found no intoxicating liquors though the hotel sign over the office door was refused removal.
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A Good Story About Dr Lorenz
A tale from Dr. Lorenz's career recalls his charitable acts with many patients. He once met a desperate mother who explained they delayed calling him to let the child die a natural death, a decision the doctor found heart wrenching and revealing.
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Lawyer Pleads to Remove Deaf Juror in Trial
Not impartial remarks feature lawyer Dunn requesting removal of a juror who is deaf in one ear. Judge Knox questions the relevance, Dunn insists the juror cannot hear both sides in court.
Hat on Pa Turns Into Family Fable
A playful Chicago Record-Herald excerpt shows Pa sinking into his mother’s old hat and reacting with surprise. Ma responds with warmth, insisting the moment is just a family style, delivering a light domestic vignette.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Resignation sought for Revere patrol officers
At roll call last night Patrolmen Jud son R. Willard and Claire P. Chainey were served with notices asking them to resign as Revere police by tomorrow night. Chief Oakes delivered the notices at the request of the Selectmen who reportedly voted to remove them. The motive is unclear though town politics claims circulate. Willard joined in 1897 and Chainey has served about two years.
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Claire P. Chainey
Revere
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Board of Selectmen
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New Verse Critiques Old Nursery Rhymes From Brooklyn Eagle
A Brooklyn Eagle opinion laments ancient nursery rhymes for their dated morals. It argues Boo Peep Jack and Jill and others promote selfishness and cruelty, proposing modern verses to replace them and keep children from harmful stereotypes.
Objection to Arithmetic Book Cited by Eric
In a New York Herald quote, a mother questions her son Eric about arithmetic. He replies he dislikes it, citing the book's unwholesome and depressing influence and its collection of horrible examples.
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New York Herald
Private levee breaks threaten Issaquena county flood area
The Hamp Davis place private levee in Issaquena county gave way flooding thousands of acres. A compromised four mile levee line from Duvalle to Chetard faces renewed danger as the river level nears the crown. City of St Joseph reports critical conditions with a large cave on the old levee and sand sacks failing to hold. Inspector Dulany plans multiple cuts to the old levee to protect the new works behind.
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Chetard
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Dulany
Memphis River Flood Recedes Farther North Memphis
Memphis reports the river at 9.6 feet and rising pressure fades as flood conditions brighten. Levees north and south of the city hold against the enormous water load while rail traffic remains halted west of the river but expected to resume by Wednesday. Waters subsiding in North Memphis.
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Sycamore levee work in Concordia faces rising river
Natchez Mississippi reports favorable weather for levee work but 12 men were sent to the Sycamore levee in Concordia Parish as the Mississippi River rises. Levee engineers believe the Sycamore levee will hold, though seasoned locals doubt after a two foot rise in 2 ½ hours.
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Concordia Parish
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Kehoe Dead at 105 in Dorchester Boston
John Kehoe of 52 Dix Street Dorchester died at 105 following a long life as a stone mason. Born in Roscommon Ireland he came to the United States in 1865 and retired after about ten years of work. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, fourteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
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Professor Burr and the Facetious Students
Beloit College Academy professor W Burr studies Greek and inspires dead language pride. Students decorated his Christmas tree with bones fossils roots and skulls, jokingly testing his patience before revealing no lights.
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Beloit College Academy
Burr
Fiji Chief Rejects Contradiction Citing Life Saving Rule
A Fiji chief tells a missionary that contradicting his statement saved the missionary’s life, explaining he never eats anything that disagrees with him. The exchange, reported by the New York Herald, highlights a humorous miscommunication.
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New York Herald
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