27 Mar 1911
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1911
Page
1
The Commercial Tribune reports that Mexico is forming a regime aligned with foreign banking interests. Limantour and De La Barra are described as Washington-appointed receivers guiding moderate reforms, keeping the government in close touch with U S authorities to restore peace and secure investments.
Special to Cotterene reports Senator Burton has placed his ally Maurice Mahscke, Cleveland political boss, into the office of customs collector there. The appointment is expected soon. Burton has previously criticized political bosses, but the decision may hinge on the duties involved.
A compact note describes a large boss figure among friends who does not wear horns, signaling a playful or allegorical portrayal. The text hints at a character with formidable presence yet a hornless, approachable appearance.
The Kidd Opera house in Princeton burned this morning causing heavy loss. Estimated damage is 30000 dollars with small insurance. The flames dented the Kidd hotel and the block. both were built three years ago for about 77000 dollars.
A head on collision near Blue Jay Ontario between a west bound colonist train and an east bound freight train left three dead and four injured while thirty one cars burned. Tele types were knocked out for hours as officials blamed the colonist train for running past Blue Jay without orders.
Washington reports a Kern presidential boom among Bryan allies after his Lincoln birthday banquet speech. Supporters see Kern as a fit Democratic leader for 1912, while Clark’s prospects falter amid Missouri delegates backing Folk.
Democratic candidates who challenged the Hamilton county results failed to prove their charges of illegal votes or faulty polling places. A subcommittee’s report cites 69 Cincinnati sites and 9 rural locations visited and finds no misconduct or grounds to overturn the Republican seats. The report, prepared by C J Smith and Lawrence K Langdon, will be reviewed by Representative Price Russell and the special committee.
Delegations led by Senator Bradley and Representative Morrison return from Panama and unite in backing Taft’s canal fortification plan. They praise the canal’s progress, warn against a breached lock, and express optimism it will meet schedule completion.
National American Woman Suffrage Association accepts Kentucky Equal Rights Association invitation to hold its annual session in Louisville October 19 to 24. Laura Clay of Lexington drives the effort, chairing the Kentucky group and serving as auditor for the national body. Clay, a prominent club woman and daughter of the late General Cassius Marcellus Clay, hails from a storied Southern family.
Cleveland dispatch reports that eighty two victims were identified after a devastating factory fire. The article notes the extensive fatalities and ongoing inquiries into the blaze.
Bloodhounds from Meadville Pa search North Randall suburb for vandals believed behind the Erie railroad ore handling plant explosion. Investigators suspect men seen nearby. property damage put near 100000 dollars.
Rome records the expulsion of Lieutenant Baron Vincenzo Paterno from the Italian army for the killing of Princess Giulia Trigona di Sant Elia, a lady-in-waiting to Queen Helena. The incident occurred earlier, and authorities announced the disciplinary action.
In Viterbo on March 2, Abbatemagero, the Camorrist informer who exposed terrorist activities on the witness stand Friday, has been showered with letters urging him to keep revealing. Some writers promise global support against Camorra vengeance.
Ohio lawmakers brace for clashes on three measures including a wet cities bill, a public utilities bill, and a compensation plan for industrial accident victims. Senate calendars spotlight Greeves base ball restrictions and Bruce county detective transfers as Wednesday votes loom amid Democratic pressure and Harmon politics.
Former Speaker Cannon will not run for the Republican speaker nomination or minority leadership next month and will withdraw if urged. The move eases factional tensions, reshapes committee assignments, and favors insurgent Republicans and old guards alike as they align for the coming caucus.
Peking March 26. China agrees unreservedly Monday to the Russian ultimatum on provisions of the 1881 treaty after long talks with M Korostovetz. Russia pressed for an answer by Tuesday. Japan’s attitude is watched as aloof while China faces pressure to observe promises amid fears of coercion. Russian railways reportedly block arms shipments to Chinese garrisons in Manchuria.
Relatives describe charred remains as investigators begin inquest into the Washington Square disaster. Coroner and city officials plan hearings with grand jury oversight as relief groups mobilize. Spectators line the pier morgue awaiting identifications amid mass grief.
Adjutant General Charles H. Weybrecht of Columbus paid a flying visit to Cincinnati with First Regiment Ohio National Guard officers. A conference on Mexican border maneuvers was rumored but Dunning said the visit was solely for the regiment. Col. A. E. B. Stephens was commissioned, with other staff remaining. Weybrecht left for Columbus as duties pressed.
J E Powell baggage master on Dixie flyer died after wreck injuries. Several others were injured but not in danger. W D Fletcher of Tampa suffered severe injuries and his bride was killed. John T Watson of Lander Wyoming was the last body recovered.
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