California Senate moves to bar aliens from land leases over three years
In Sacramento the California senate passed an anti alien land bill allowing three year leases by Japanese and others ineligible for citizenship while opposition argued the measure is too mild. Washington circles link the action to Secretary Bryan delaying his return and aim to ease tensions with Japan. The Japanese embassy stays cautious, noting the compromise may be preferable to the Web bill.
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Sacramento
Cal
California Senate
Wilson
Bryan
Curtin
Washington
California
Senate
Japan
Tokio
Whole Family Is Killed In City Bombardment
NOGALES May 2 The shelling of Empalme today killed a man his wife and several children in a suburb while the state troops evacuated. No American injuries reported. Federals pursue fleeing rebels and forces arrive at Guaymas. General Ojeda takes command in the first military zone in Sonora with large force to avenge Naco drive out by rebels.
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Nogales
Empalme
Fedral
Guaymas
Ojeda
Naco
Sonora
Six Militants in Bow Street Court in London Raid
Six militant suffragettes arrested in the raid on the Woman's Social and Political Union headquarters were brought to Bow Street court. Detained were General Flora Drummond, chemist Clayton, and Sydney Drew, printer of yesterday's issue of the Suffragette. Letters alleged to be from Clayton outlined plans to burn buildings.
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Bow Street Court
London
Woman's’ Social and Political Union
Flora Drummond
Hawist
Clayton
Sydney Drew
Court Martial to Try Captain of Ship Arkansas Commander
Secretary of the Navy ordered a court martial at New York May 12 to try Capt Roy C Smith who commanded the Arkansas when it ran aground off Ceiba Cuba Feb 11. He is charged with hazarding the vessel by a dangerous course and relying on estimated distances. Acting navigator Lieut W W Smythe also faces trial on similar allegations.
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Washington
Daniels
New York
Roy C. Smith
Navy
Arkansas
Ceiba
Cuba
Smith
W. W. Smythe
United States Recognizes Chinese Republic in May
The United States formally recognizes the new Chinese republic after the Pekin envoy Williams delivers the certification. President Wilson and Yuan Shih Kai exchange messages praising the move and outlining hopes for a republic and sustained Sino American friendship.
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United States
Washington
Charge Williams
Pekin
Baw
China
Jorge Williams
Yuen Shih Kai
Wilson
United States of America
National Assembly
Yuan Shih Kai
Republic of China
Not a Hitch in Progress of the Tariff Measure
Washington May 2 The Democratic majority advanced tariff revision in the House despite numerous minority amendments. Agricultural provisions faced unified debate with citrus and fruit duties in dispute while peanuts protection failed. Spirits and wines passed largely, but the cotton schedule drew strong textile district opposition amid partisan speeches.
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Washington
Pacific Coast
Virginia
Oma ia Highwaymen Captured After Early Morning Robbery
Two highwaymen Marvin Delor and George Floth robbed Charles J. Duff and J. W. Severance near Twentieth and Douglas in Omaha. Delor was shot in the leg escaping a patrolman. Floth was found hiding behind barrels near the Omaha club. Delor has a police record. Floth is son of a local florist.
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Omatia
Twentieth
Douglas
Marvin Delor
George Floth
Delor
Floth
Testimony in Ryan case on extradition questioned
James Ryan testified before the supreme court in a habeas corpus hearing over his extradition to Illinois on charges of defrauding Mrs Hopell McEldowney of Milwaukee of 15000. His wife and he claimed he was in New York and Wyoming during the Chicago-based alleged scheme. The court expected a decision this afternoon on whether he will be sent back to Chicago to face trial.
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James Ryan
Delahoyde
Ofricer
Ryan
Supreme Court
Milnois
Hopell. McEldowney
Milwaukee
Chicago
McEldowney
Rosa and
Ray Lee
Preston
Blair
Bliss
Ilinois
Charles T. Crane
Wyoming
Crouse
Tor
Petroleum's Ancient Use Sparks Modern Oil Boom Tale
The narrative traces petroleum from ancient references by Aerodius and Pilny to Seneca uses on Ov creek and in healing practices. It notes 1849 New York spring near Allegheny and Catta ra ugi counties, crude oil skimmed like cream, and medical and lubricating roles. It mentions early advertising pushing kerosene and a 1859 auction era, with Drake hired to drill for a commercial well.
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Zante
Pilny
Agrigentus
Ov Creek
Fort Duquesne
Montimoulm
Allegheny
Valleyas
Ato Blace
Creek
New York
State of
Professor Stillman, Sr
American Journal of Science
Cattaraugi4 Counties
Firat
Kier
Pirtoburg
Urner
Iim
E. L. Drake
Colonel Drake
White
Brother of President Wilson Refuses Big Offers
Washington May 2. Joseph M R Wilson brother of Woodrow Wilson declines multiple newspaper and insurance offers totaling about 15000 a year to avoid using his brother’s name for personal gain. He remains at the Nashville Banner earning 26 a week while keeping focus on his ambition.
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Washington
Joseph MR. Wilson
Nighville
Tenn
Woodrow Wilson
Joe Wilson
Clarksville
Southwestern Presbyterian University
Joe
Nashville
Banner
Press Gallery
Banners
Woodtrow Wilson
New York Insurance Company
New York Trust
Bath
United States
Only One Yet Charged With The Girl's Murder
Atlanta May 2 police continued the search for Mary Phagan’s killer after her body was found at the National Pencil plant. Four men were detained but only Join M Gant, former bookkeeper, had been formally charged. Detectives questioned Newt Lee the watchman who found the body as he insisted on his innocence.
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Atlanta
Seach
Mary Phagan
National Pencil Company
M. Gant
Newt Lee
Gant
Mellen admits New Haven stock profits used for campaign fund
President Mellen testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission about profits from 1904 New Haven railroad stock sales. He claimed $152,000 profit funded by reimbursements to cover Republican campaign contributions and personal funds advanced as New Haven president.
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Doston
Mellen
New Haven
iSod
Interstate Commence Commission
David Mtrown
Thero
Tradiig
New England Navigation Company
Stock Exchange
Lwttt
Wold
Palnable Prines
Beneury
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