21 May 1903
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1903
Page
1
Woodlake the McDowell colt defeated Bad News and Tancred in the Latonia Derby before a record crowd. Joe Yeager backed Woodlake to win, with crowds estimated at 10,000 amid heavy betting and festive scenes at Latonia.
A crowded clubhouse veranda party features gaily dressed women and swains as Mayor Julius Fleischmann and guests attend. Notables include Mr. McDowell of Woodlake Derby fame, Miss Kate Harries, Nicholas Longworth partygoers, and numerous Louisville and Columbus societal figures enjoying luncheon and rail departures amid a festive race day atmosphere.
The department canceled 3 046 clerk promotions set for July 1 as part of salary rearrangements under an act of Congress. Excess promotions, totaling 7 412, are spread across eight grades with most cuts in the 900 to 1 000 dollar annual classes. Washington investigation includes charges against Perry Heath and ongoing reviews by Auditor Castle and Comptroller Tracewell.
Thousands gather in Chillicothe Ohio to celebrate the state centennial with speeches by notable figures including Senators Foraker and Hanna, Governor Nash, and Justice Minshall. The event highlights Ohio's early history and the Northwest Territory origins, with tours of historic sites and a grand audience of 15 000.
Salt Lake Utah May 20 A special grand jury the second since statehood was sworn today The jury includes four non Mormons and three Mormons It is likely the polygamy question will be taken up for investigation following the Reed Smoot Senate campaign The Utah law requires five votes for an indictment
Arthur Robertson, 16, was on a power plant roof when a live wire crossed his neck after he slipped beneath it. He was knocked unconscious for about 30 minutes as current blistered his hands arms chest and back. Doctors expect a full recovery.
In Rome on May 2 protests surged against Rev. Charles H. Cotton's appointment as Bishop of Buffalo. The Vatican and the Congregation of the Propaganda faced backlash, but the Pope approved the nomination and the appointing brief has been issued.
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