Senate Votes to Spend 400000 on Ohio River Improvements
Senate committee reports rivers and harbors bill to fund Ohio River work from head to mouth. Allocations include 400000 for Ohio River works, 21000 for a pier at Maysville Kentucky, 175000 for locks and dams, 230000 for dam No 6, 100000 for dam 7, 50000 for dam 8, and 10300 to improve Muskingum River. Assists Wynne named for First Assistant Postmaster General.
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Music teacher arrested in Michigan murder case
Detroit police link music teacher Prof Joseph M. Miller to the brutal murder of 22 year old Carrie M. Jennett in Thirteenth street. A blood stained hatchet was found in Miller's kitchen and stains appeared on his clothing and towel. Jennett left a Rebekah Lodge meeting before her death and her body showed multiple fatal wounds. Miller remained silent as officers gathered circumstantial evidence and was held at the Grand River Avenue station.
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Bromwell Explains Retirement From Congress
Congressmen Bromwell says he will not seek renomination after considering the move for some time. He notes a longer service than any other member from Ohio since statehood and cites attention to other business and a suitable successor as reasons. He thanks constituents and pledges continued GOP support.
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Alvarez Carries A Side Of Beef In Chicago
Albert Alvarez the Grau opera troupe tenor helped load a heavy side of beef at Armour’s refrigerator plant after a workman failed. He recounted working at Bordeaux docks for Armoure et Companee and joked about the heavy lifting as a sign of his career path. He toasted Armour et Companee as a big employer.
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Venezuelan Parliament Ratifies France Venezuela Diplomatic Protocol
The Venezuelan Parliament has ratified the protocol re establishing diplomatic relations between France and Venezuela, reported from Caracas on April 10.
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Boer Leaders Said Arranged Peace and Terms Cabled
London dispatch reports Boer leaders accepted British terms and peace is arranged with terms sent to Boer agents in Europe. Rutherford Haig of the South Africa Company sent a telegram confirming the same, but no reliable official information is available. Kruger not ill. Utrecht reports Kruger in good health despite US claims.
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United States Embassy Denies Prince of Wales Visit Invitation
A U S embassy official in New York dismissed a London originated report that the Prince of Wales had received an invitation from the New York Chamber of Commerce to visit America. The embassy said the invitation could only be accepted through official channels and that no such communication had been received. The story was discredited by the embassy.
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Mrs Kasten Remembered Giving Goethe Flowers on Birthday
Berlin dispatch notes Mrs Kasten aged 89 who once brought flowers to Goethe in Weimar on his birthday as a girl. She recalled the poet’s kindness and treats of cake and wine. Goethe died in 1832.
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Remarkable animal shown in Our Boys and Girls gift edition
A vivid description accompanies photographs of a striking animal featured in the child centered Our Boys and Girls edition tied to the Sunday Commercial Tribune dated April 13. The piece highlights the animal’s appearance and charm for young readers.
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Horne on Stand Reasserts Charges at Michigan City
Dr. Brose Horne former prison physician at Michigan City Penitentiary testifies in an inquiry into alleged brutal conduct by an employee. He requests cross examination of witnesses and refuses to reveal his full witness list until out-of-prison witnesses are confirmed. Governor Durbin appoints Judge B S Davis to lead the inquiry and notes prisoners who testify will not be punished.
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His Name on an Egg Brought Him a Bride
Hartman, a Rawson produce dealer from Findlay Ohio, wrote his name on an egg sent to New York and Boston, where Miss Leora Barnhast found it and began a courtship. He will return May 1 with his bride to live in Rawson.
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Boston Fugitive Troutfetter Tied to Cu rrands Case
Detectives and a Boston Inspector arrest Philip A. Troutfetter alias A. P. Taylor on a larceny warrant. He is charged as a fugitive from justice in Colorado Springs and is suspected in connection with the Meety and Rathbone Cu rrads charges.
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Manila Editors Up in Arms Over Sedition Arrests
Manila authorities report the arrest of the editor and proprietor of Freedom on sedition charges for publishing an American periodical excerpt and for remarks criticizing the United States Commission rule. The Volcano editors face similar action. Manila’s press plans a committee, a cable to President Roosevelt, and protests against sedition prosecutions used against editors.
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Russia weighs sugar policy after Brussels talks
St Petersburg April 10. On his farewell call before leaving for Lausanne and then the United States Ambassador Tower asked Count Lamsdorff about Russia’s sugar and tariff dispute with the United States. The Foreign Minister said the government was studying the sugar question but had not decided to change existing rules. American business circles say Russia delays removing retaliatory duties to secure a quid pro quo on steel and iron, with Finance Minister De Witte reportedly opposing American trade without Russia having goods to export.
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Talmage’s Condition Worsens. Physicians Alarmed
Washington April 10 reports a further decline in Rev. T DeWitt Talmage. A 9 PM bulletin notes a marked progression of cerebral inflammation and doctors say they are apprehensive about the outcome.
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Ohio Republicans Quick to Pass Tax Bills
In Columbus on April 10 Ohio Republicans hailed the Willis and Cole tax bills as fulfilled pledges to lift burdens on common people and require all property classes to pay their share. The Senate approved the measures and the House concurred, awaiting signatures to become law. A large Republican gathering, including Longworth, Herrmann, and Cox, watched the pivotal moment as Democrats faced a tight fight over the reports and taxation changes.
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