Catholics Oppose Reynolds Free Textbook Bill in Ohio
Archbishop Moeller urges voters to sign a petition against the Reynolds measure now before the Ohio Legislature. Catholic churches across Cincinnati read the letter, urging statewide circulation of the petition. Priests argue the bill promotes socialism, benefiting the wealthy while taxing all to fund public schools and leaving parochial students without affordable books. Representatives Conroy and Kealy campaign against the bill as bishops discuss the motion in Cleveland. Marriage rule updates were read at masses.
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Ohio
Cincinnati
St. Peter's
St. Xavier's Church
Church of Rome
Father Francis J. Finn
St. Xavier’s Parochial School
Columbus
Joseph Conroy
Joseph Kealy
Alexis Declares Haiti Tranquil Despite Warship Question
President Nord Alexis states Haiti is absolutely tranquil and capable of preserving order. He sees no need for foreign warships but would not object if powers insist. He mentions limited action against disloyal soldiers and praises the government for allowing the Gonaives embarkation of Firmin and conspirators without pledges.
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Levi Block Destroyed in Oil City Fire
Oil City Pa March 22 Levi Block was destroyed by a fire of unknown origin today causing extensive damage to the building and its contents. Fire crews battled the blaze for hours but were unable to save the structure with losses estimated at about 65000 dollars.
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OI City
Littlefield Quits Congress Shocks Lawmakers
Political maneuver ends with Representative Littlefield resigning from Congress and triggering swift reactions from peers. The abrupt move sparks debate over succession and possible policy implications as colleagues scramble to respond.
Resignation Tendered by Congressman Littlefield
Rockland Me March 22 A sensational political move unfolds as Congressman Charles E Littlefield resigns effective September 30 to resume general law practice The letter to Chairman Fred W Wright cites financial loss from neglecting law work and thanks supporters The district Republican Committee will meet next Tuesday to set a date for the district convention for the unexpired term
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Congress
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Second District
Republican Congressional Committee
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House of Representatives
Lewi Sewall Announces Run for Congress in Second Maine
Bath Maine March 22 Harold M Lewi announces Republican nomination bid for Representative in Congress in the Second Maine District to succeed Congressman Littlefield Sewall former US Minister to Hawaii and acting in that capacity received transfer of sovereignty of Hawaii to the US in 1898 He served in Maine Legislature May Practice in New York Washington March 22 Representative Littlefield resigns September 30 will place resignation before Speaker Cannon and plans to practice law in New York City with son C W Littlefield
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Unidan Police Officer Dies In Bicycle Collision
Savannah report states Policeman H H Strate died from injuries after a car struck him while he rode a bicycle. E W E Gans of Canton is jailed on involuntary manslaughter charges with $2000 bond. Gans drove the vehicle involved and was in town for recent automobile races. he is an uncle of U S balloon expert Lt Lahm.
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Hearing set for Georges Creek coal rate dispute
Cumberland Md March 22 The Interstate Commerce Commission fixed next Thursday in Washington DC the time and place for the hearing of the Georges Creek Basin Coal Company v Baltimore and Ohio and Western Maryland Railroads to remove the fifteen cent per ton differential on Georges Creek coal. The case was filed last August to challenge the differential which hinders operation of the Georges Creek veins as Clearfield Somerset and Fairmont regions enjoy cheaper Tidewater rates.
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Washington, D. C
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King Edward Hosts Private Dinner at Biarritz
King Edward hosted a private dinner in Biarritz on March 22. Guests included Whitelaw Reid, the American ambassador to Great Britain, and his daughter Miss Jean.
Canton Protests Japanese Demands Over Tatsu Maru
In Canton on March 22 protests erupted against government yielding to Japanese demands in the Tatsu Maru case. Mass meetings by the Self-Government Society of Canton drew over 60,000 participants, mourning the release, calling for impeachment of Yuan Shi Kai, and inspiring a boycott of Japanese goods. Japanese garments were burned in a large bonfire as part of the demonstrations.
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Tragedy in Fall River: Mother and Two Children Die in Gas
In Fall River Massachusetts on March 22 Mrs Floradi Terrien age 25 and her four year old daughter Mary and two month old son Joseph were found dead in their kitchen. Coroner says the woman killed herself and the children with illuminating gas after an evening with friends. Gas jets were on and the stove cocks turned. Terrien woke at 7 am to gas odor and found the trio dead. He said they had returned home about 1 am and slept in separate rooms. The mother was reportedly in good health but mental strain is suspected to have driven the act.
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Mary
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Youngest US Senator William James Bryan Dies
United States Senator William James Bryan of Florida died at Providence Hospital at 8:30 AM from typhoid fever. He served only seventy three days since taking the seat in January to replace the late Mallory. He was 32, born October 10, 1876, in Orange County Florida and practiced law in Jacksonville. His body will return to Jacksonville for interment Wednesday. Senate representation at the funeral will be limited to a Senate committee.
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Virginia
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Three Killed by Boiler Explosion in Schenevus
At Schenevus near midnight a boiler blew out on a Delaware & Hudson freight locomotive while taking water. Engineer A. Hendrickson and Brakeman A. Korfage, both of Oneonta, were killed instantly. Fireman S. O. Smith, of Oneonta, died at noon. Cause of the blast remains undetermined.
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Delaware & Hudson
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Senator William J Bryan Dies in Washington
Jacksonville mourns the passing of Senator William J Bryan. He is survived by his widow Janet Allan Bryan and their son William Allan Bryan Jr. A funeral will be held Wednesday at St John’s Episcopal Church with time to be announced.
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Washington
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Marine losses near New England coast in season
Boston March 22. A review of sea casualties along New England and British North America for fall and winter reports about 350 lives lost. Of these, 251 perished in ten wrecks of French fishing fleet vessels from St. Pierre Miquelon as they foundered in heavy gales on the Grand Banks. About twenty five Newfoundland fishermen were also lost in these storms.
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King Manuel May Lose Injured Arm
Madrid report from El Mundo states that the wound Manuel received in the arm during the February 1 assassinations remains unhealed and has worsened. Physicians say amputation is imperative.
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Blake and comrade charged in Anderson murder
Grover C. Blake and Orsel Reynolds, both of Anderson Indiana, were arrested in Fort Wayne on murder charges linked to Blake’s mother’s death in Anderson. Blake allegedly confessed implicating Reynolds after admitting drinking, striking the woman with a hammer, taking $16 and diamond rings, then fleeing with Reynolds.
Mutsu Maru Sunk After Collision Near Hakodate
At Todohoko near Hakodate the 1800 ton Mutsu Maru of Yusen Kaisha sank after colliding with Hideyoshi Maru at 2:30 am. Forty three crew and most of 244 passengers perished. Hideyoshi Maru and another steamer rescued the survivors.
Senator Tillman Improves After Illness in D C
Senator B R Tillman, who was seriously ill at his residence, is regarded as much better tonight after a good night and a restful day. Dr T J Hunter, his attending physician, reported the improvement and noted the rest.
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Columbia
D. C
United States
B. R. Tillman
T.J. Hunter
Tillman
Condition of Governor Guild Deteriorates in Latest Bulletin
Boston March 22 The physicians attending Governor Curtis Guild report his condition has taken a slightly unfavorable turn after a night previously described as favorable. The later bulletins show a shift in tone, signaling concern over his health.
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Curtis Guild
Bandits Rob Two Men of 547000 in Nevada Hold Up
Three heavily armed bandits overpowered Edward Hoffman and a companion on a road two miles from Rawhide, stealing their horses and cash about 7000 in gold and bank notes headed to Coalition Mining at Rawhide. Posses from Churchill and Esmeralda pursue toward Schurz as the bandits try to outrun the chase.
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Rawhide
Coalition Mining Company
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Schurz
Arctic Explorer Mikkelsen in Another Wreck Incident
Arctic explorer Mikkelsen reportedly among nine crew lost or injured as another wreck disrupts northern expeditions near Island Station. Officials caution ongoing searches amid icy seas and harsh weather.
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Danish Explorer's Doom and Rescue at Sea Disaster
Captain Einar Mikkelsen and forty six passengers reach Valdez after their vessel Duchess of Bedford wrecks on a reef eight miles off Bushby Island. The steamship Saratoga breaks apart in gale and snow, while the coaster Elsie rescues all aboard after sixteen hours exposed in the rigging. Mikkelsen and Dr Lefringwell continue Arctic work despite losses.
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Bushby Island
Wreck Tale of Schooner Skinner Aboard Etruria
The Baltimore schooner William H Skinner carrying lumber from Georgetown to New Haven ran into a gale near lat 35.444 and long 71.26, listing and sinking. Captain Griffis and five crew endured three hours on deck after the hull righted, then were forced to lash themselves as pumps kept failing. They were eventually rescued by the British steamer Brayhead after a week at sea, and the Skinner was abandoned.
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Earthquake Shakes Imperial Valley Calif This Morning
Three distinct shocks were felt across Imperial Valley with minor damage reported only as broken dishes in Brawley and El Centro. The first and strongest quake hit shortly before 6 o'clock, according to local reports.
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