28 Mar 1912
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1912
Page
1
In San Antonio Texas on March 28 a Mexican man and a woman were jailed after a 200 mile chase for the alleged slaying of Antonio Sanchez. The victims body was found burned near a roadside. Police recovered a bloodstained axe and the suspects were charged.
In Lowell Massachusetts on March the textile strike led to property destruction including windows and other damage. No persons were injured. Police reported arrests but details are unclear amid the damaged text and partial transcription.
John C. Tamer of Hillsboro is nominated to breakdent of the Texas Retail Hardware and Implement Dealers Association and will be elected today in Dallas Texas.
The Lorraine special investigating committee voted five to three that Senator Lorimer has a right to his seat. The committee voted to sustain Lorimer, barring further proceedings.
London reports say the coal strike's end may come soon but threatens many with starvation before mobilization. Observers note hunger deepens as winter harshness persists and shortages bite, with workers and poor residents suffering while efforts to restart industry loom.
Washington reports that the Senate chamber votes on the general service pension bill offered by Senator Smoot. The Smoot bill, favorably reported by the pensions committee, envisions a dollar a day pension with an estimated annual cost over 24 million dollars.
An Associated Press analysis reports rebel forces led by Orozco advancing after Federals retreat to Torreon. Washington weighs potential U.S. stance, with no immediate intervention expected, while Madero’s government faces uncertainty and the risk of unrest spilling across the border.
Senator Bob Taylor of Tennessee underwent gallstone surgery today. Doctors report the operation was successful and express hope for his speedy recovery.
All hope of averting a nationwide coal strike was practically abandoned this afternoon as miners and operators failed to reach a deal. Negotiations broke down after the representatives did not agree, signaling likely widespread stoppage.
The state board of health released figures showing cerebrospinal meningitis caused 88 deaths in February in Texas, with pneumonia in second place at 887 deaths.
The Red River is rising in Paris Texas today March 2 prompting warnings for residents as local water levels increase and authorities monitor flood risk along the river corridor.
Fort Worth Texan reports Rev J Frank Oars resigns from Taft Street Baptist Church after a nervous breakdown. He and wife Rev J Franks Sarria traveled to Hubbard City to rest at a sanitarium, planning return Sunday. He appeared distressed at the train station this morning.
In Little Rock on March 28 the nomination occurred with Robinson defeating Governor Donahey by two to one. A split vote favored Robinson for governor while Brundidge narrowly led in the United States Senate ballot.
A wave of sorrow swept Bryan as Willis H. Evans died after a long illness from appendicitis. The 28 year old machinist, a trusted local, was married to Lella Carroll with two children. Survived by his mother sisters and brother, his life reflected steady duty and faith in God. He was laid to rest from the family home.
Laredo Texas March 28 Refugee passengers total reached one hundred with other reports of casualties among federal soldiers. The tally of dead or wounded remains unconfirmed though rumors of up to 250 casualties surfaced without substantiation.
Snow fell in Vernon Texas this morning shifting to hard rain as mild weather lingered. Associated Press reports this weather shift on March 28 with continued unsettled conditions expected through the day.
New York March 28 United States Steel Corporation announces it has sold 20 500 000 in five percent bonds to J P Morgan Co This is the first time in years the firm has issued bonds The chairman Judge E J Gary says extensions of properties will require about 20 million more this year and about 17 000 000 more working capital due to increased ore business to keep cash on hand near the calendar year level
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