Stop selling cotton now to lift prices, Southern leader says
President Harvie Jordan of the Southern Cotton Association warns farmers against further sales for sixty days. He argues that heavy selling depresses prices, risks a fall in the next harvest, and could shift surplus to mills and exporters, urging a controlled marketing effort to raise next year’s value and support acreage reduction.
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Atlanti
Jordan
Harvie Jordan
Southern Cotton Association
Cotton Planters’ Commission and Holding Company
W. P. Brown
New Orleans
Mr Sully's Letter to the Farmers Encourages Cotton Hold
A historic letter pleads with farmers to hold cotton for 60 days to stabilize prices. It praises Southern resolve, warns that selling now depresses current and future crops, and promises plans to benefit holders, urging farmers to stand firm as masters of the situation.
Glowing Tribute Praises Joseph Jefferson by Dr Emil G Hirsch
In a glowing Chicago tribute, Dr Emil G Hirsch calls Joseph Jefferson a consecrated priest of God equal to any minister, highlighting his devotion to the American stage and religious-like reverence.
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Chicago
Emil G. Hirsch
Joseph Jefferson
Earthquake Shocks Felt in Lyons and Nearby Towns
Earthquake shocks were felt in Lyons France and at Pontailre and Sex, with residents reporting tremors and minor disturbances across the region. No injuries reported as authorities assess damage and issue safety guidance.
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Lyons
France
Pontailre
Sex
Gould and Harriman Resignation In Wall Street Talk
In New York Gould resigns from the Union Pacific board amid rumors Harriman’s closeness to James Hazen Hyde sparked the move. Gould, a Hyde friend, reportedly drew indignant at Hyde being used as a tool, ending a long running dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Wall Street
George Gould
Union Pacific Railroad
E. H. Harriman
Harriman
James Hazen Hyde
Mr. Gould
Hyde
Plague in Pisagua, Chile Reported by Expatriate News
Ex press special from Mazatlan, Mexico reports bubonic plague ravages in Pisagua, Chile. Soldiers gunned down travelers attempting escape as disease spreads in the stricken port city.
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San Antonio
Tex
Mazatlin
Mexico
Pisagua
Chile
McIntyre Extradition Granted for Embezzlement Charge
Arthur F McIntyre alias Thomas of St Louis Missouri was extradited from London Bow Street on an embezzlement warrant. He was arrested April 8 and will sail for New York May 17 under Deputy Sheriff Killain.
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M’intyre
London
Arthur F. McIintyre
Thomas
St. Louis
United States
Bow Street
New York
Killain
Historian Bach Mc Master Rejects Carnegie Gift
Dr John Bach Mc Master University of Pennsylvania history chair and noted historian rejects the 10 million dollar Carnegie gift saying he does not know much yet expresses strong disapproval. He states I do not like it and shares no enthusiasm for the proposal.
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Philadelphia
John Bach McMaster
University of Pennsylvania
United States
Mrs Duke Arrives in Dallas With Advisor and Chaperon
Mrs Brodie L Duke, famed for tobacco investments, arrived in Dallas with adviser Charles Berry and chaperon Mrs Isabella Vance. She told a reporter she came to Texas to stay and soon would issue a statement to vindicate her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duke
Dallas
Texas
Brodie L. Duke
Tobacco Investment Fame
Charles Berry
Isabella Vance
Quash Indictments Against Smiths Argued in Court
New York counsel for J Morgan Smith and his wife moved to quash the indictments charging conspiracy in Nan Patterson’s case before Judge Foster in General Sessions Court. Judge Foster took the matter under advisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
J. Morgan Smith
Nan Patterson
Foster
Court of General Sessions
Mount Stromboli Erupts with Lava Flows in Two Streams
New York staff report Mount Stromboli in eruption near Canaria Italy with heavy ash and stones. Lava pours down two sides of the mountain as slight earthquakes shake the area.
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New York
Herald
Canaria
Italy
Call for Ministers Bowen Russell Barrett and Taft Guidance
Washington reports President Taft instructed Secretary to summon Minister Bowen from Caracas to Washington and to send Minister Russell from Colombia to Caracas as well as Minister Barrett from Panama to Colombia. The move reshapes diplomatic postings in the region.
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Washington
Taft
Bowen
Caracas
Russell
Colombia
Barrett
Panama
Movement forms to mark 250th anniversary of Jewish settlement
In New York a movement to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jewish settlement in the United States has taken definite shape, signaling organized action to honor the milestone.
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New York
United States
Church Congress to Convene in Brooklyn May 9 12
Arrangements completed for the American church congress to be held in Brooklyn from May 9 through May 12. The event gathers church leaders and delegates for four days of sessions and activities across city venues.
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New York
American Church Congress
Brooklyn
Washington News Notes Remembers General Fitzhugh Lee
Our Washington notes recall the life of Virginia's General Fitzhugh Lee who died at Providence Hospital after an apoplexy on a Boston to Washington train. The 66 year old cavalry officer, Confederate major general, former Virginia governor and various posts, passed peacefully after a day of frail strength and recognition of his brother. His death follows a storied career in the U.S. and Confederate services and in public life.
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Washington
Fitzhugh Lee
Virginia
Providence Hospital
Boston
Washton
Lee
Gen. Lee
Daniel Lee
Dr. Montgomery
Jamestown
United States Army
Camp Colorado
Tex
Pittsburg & Virginia Railroad
Internal Revenue
Lynchburg
Havana
Volunteer Army
Senate Is Blame for Trade Relations With Germany
President Roosevelt says the Senate must bear the responsibility for future American trade relations with Germany. Ambassador Tower has not yet informed the State Department of Germanys reported March 1 1906 tariff, but the notice is expected. A trade war with Germany is considered possible.
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Senate
Washington
Roosevelt
Germany
Tower
Berlin
United States
Patrol in Singapore Straits Amid Thick Weather
The Daily Telegraph reports three British cruisers patrol outside Singapore harbor as thick weather makes the straits invisible from shore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Daily Telegraph
Singapore
Labor Trouble on Isthmus Panama Strike at Aqueduct
Jamaican workers at the canal aqueduct reportedly walked out over claims of insufficient food. The stoppage highlights growing labor tensions on the Isthmus as crews press for better provisions amid ongoing construction.
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Panama
Carnegie Gives Ten Million to Professors Fund
A $10,000,000 gift from Andrew Carnegie will fund annuities for aging or disabled college professors in the United States Canada and Newfoundland. Trustees, mainly presidents of major colleges, will form The Carnegie Foundation to receive bonds and manage the fund with an expected annual income of $500,000. The plan aims to retire veteran faculty and replace them with younger scholars across North America.
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New York
Andrew Carnegie
Frank A. Vanderlip
National City Bank of New York
United States
Canada
New Found Land
United States Steel Corporation
Pritchett
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Vanderlip
Carnegie
Steel Corporation
Newfoundland
Carnegie Foundation
New York City
New Foundland
Chicago-Lee Prankoff Tragedy Alleges Self Asphyxiation
Chicago musician Prankoff attempted to suffocate himself and his four children. He died along with one child, and two other children are not expected to survive. The incident details indicate a family tragedy with multiple fatalities.
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Chicago
Lee Prankoff
Prankoff
Bigelow Surrenders Milwaukee Home to Creditors
Milwaukee banker Frank G. Bigelow, facing default, has surrendered his palatial house to creditors as part of debt settlement. The move follows his resignation from the bank presidency amid financial difficulties.
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Milwaukee
Frank G. Bigelow
Violent Texas Tornado Strikes Laredo Area
A ferocious tornado tore through Laredo Texas and nearby New Laredo causing extensive damage and loss of life estimated between twenty and twenty five. The storm struck after 7 PM on a hot day with sudden torrents, hail and hurricane force winds ripping roofs from hotels and damaging civil infrastructure. Telegraph and telephone lines from San Antonio to Mexico were knocked out and the Rio Grande bridge spans collapsed on the Mexican side.
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Laredo
Tex
Messenger
Bermuda
San Antonio
Mexico
Associated Press
New Laredo
Hamilton
Ross
Rio Grande River
Pension Office Shakeup Probes Retroactive Pensions
Commissioner Warner investigates Order No. 78 issued March 15, 1904 authorizing pensions for discharged Union soldiers at age 62. The order was reportedly made retroactive in thousands of cases, costing the government over $750,000. A full review of last year’s claims underway, to be presented to President Roosevelt.
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Taft
Canal
Canal Commission
International Bank
Commission
New York
Washington
Warner
Ware
Hitchcock
Roosevelt
Pipeline venture to challenge Standard Oil in Oklahoma
Guthrie Oklahoma. The Producers' Pipe Line Refinery, capital stock of 20 million dollars, with headquarters in Oklahoma City, is chartered to build a pipeline from oil fields in Oklahoma Indian Territory and Texas to Galveston for export. It plans refineries along the route. J E Wright of Davenport Iowa obtained the charter, claiming support from leading capitalists in other states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil
Guthrie
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Texas
Galveston
Tex
Standard Oil Company
J. E. Wright
Davenport
Beef Trust Inquiry Witness to Testify in Federal Jury Case
A witness in the beef trust inquiry, Carl Levy of Bertholdi & Co. sausage casings, reportedly went to Canada two weeks ago and has returned to testify before the federal jury. Levy called on U.S. Attorney Morrison and expressed willingness to undergo examination.
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Chicago
Beef Trust
Canada
Carl Levy
Bertholdi & Co
Levi
United States
Attor Ay Morrison
Labor Leaders Indicted in Chicago Teamsters Strike
Twelve labor leaders prominent in the Teamsters strike were indicted by the grand jury. Indictments returned to Judge McEwen shortly before adjournment. Each charge cites conspiracy in six-count indictments.
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Chicago
McEwen
Gifts to Southern Colleges by Chicago Doctor
Dr D K Pearsons of Chicago announces gifts to five southern colleges in North Carolina Georgia Tennessee and West Virginia. Donations range from 10000 to 50000 dollars, supporting higher education across the region.
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Chicago
D. K. Pearsons
North Carolina
Georgia
Tennessee
West Virginia
Chicago Teamsters Urged to Avoid Violence
No violence urged as Chicago strikers are counseled to refrain from force while expressing grievances. Officials stress peaceful demonstrations and lawful action to resolve labor dispute without confrontation or harm.
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Chicago
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Mr. Sully
Church Congress
OUR
Washington News
Gen. Fizhugh Lee
Secretary Wilson
Department of Agriculture
Africa
T. H. Kearney
Bureau of Plant Industry
Secret Service
Department of Justice
Post Office Department
Japan
Sharp
Kobe
State Department
Formosa
King
Lille
Besneey
Bordeaux
Barcelona
Secretary of the Treasury
Census Bureau
C. N. Cuningham
Natchitoches
Supervising Architect of
the Treasury
Breazeale
Congress
U. S
PR. A. Vanderlip
Beef Trust Inquiry
Southern
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