Indictments Tie Explosions to Park Avenue Disaster
The grand jury returns indictments against contractors and workers tied to the Park avenue explosion of January 27 and against city officials over explosive storage. Ira A. Shaler, rapid transit subcontractor, faces first degree manslaughter and a misdemeanor charge for legal dynamite storage. In Ohio a Erie Railroad wreck near Cleveland injures 21, with details of the derailed train and damaged cars. A separate collision on the Pennsylvania Line at Waverly, near Newark, kills engineer George Datzel and injures several crew and passengers.
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New York
Park Avenue
Ira A. Shaler
Shaler
Jersey City
Rahwas
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Waverly
Newark
George Datzel
Ffrs
Wilson
E. C. Jones
Samuel Boltom
Band of thieves wrecks safe in Avilla store
Wire expert tracksmen wrecked a large safe in the general store of S. K. Randall in Avilla Indiana and robbed about 800 dollars in cash along with notes and other papers before fleeing. Police across a hundred mile radius conduct a wide manhunt as clues point to their escape route.
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S. K. Randall
Avilla
Ind
Anndred
Fire at Warrie agricultural works devastates Richmond plant
A major blaze at the Warrie agricultural works in Richmond causes heavy losses estimated at 75,000 dollars. The fire puts 240 men out of work during a slow season, but the company expects to rebuild with full insurance coverage.
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Richmond
Ing
Warrie Agricultural Works
Ship Burned Off Coast Amid Ice Field Alert
The schooner Frank Herbert carrying pine lumber from Opeoke to New York was abandoned in a sinking condition off here. It was the second vessel to be struck by the Delaware Bay ice field within a week, as harsh conditions spread along the coast.
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N. J
Frank Herbert
Opecoke
N. C
New York
Delaware Bay
Northwestern English professor resigns amid Bible infallibility debate
Chicago report states Prof. Charles W. Pearson has resigned as professor of English literature at Northwestern University. The voluntary resignation follows comments challenging infallibility of portions of the Bible and prompted wide Methodist church commentary.
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Chicago
Charles W. Pearson
Yidfessor
Northwestern University
Several Rail Firms May Merge into New Corporation
The San Francisco Call reports that Adams, American, United States, and Wells Fargo Express may merge into a single corporation. E. J. Harriman, president of Southern Pacific, could be named president of the proposed entity. Commander Booth-Tucker of the Salvation Army took the U S oath in New York, noting his Virginian roots and long residence in the country.
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San Francisco
Cal
Adams
the American
United States
Wells Fargo Express
E. J. Harriman
Southern Pacific
Booth-Tucker
Salvation Army
New York City
Wife of Urbana farmer nearly severs head in razor incident
Mrs. James Ewing wife of Arch Swing a farmer six miles from Urbana Ohio attempted to cut her head from her shoulders with a razor while her husband was away. She was despondent.
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James Ewing
Arch Swing
Urbana
Ohio
Recluse Mary Ryerson Found Frozen At Door In Byford Mn
Mrs. Mary Ryerson aged years was found frozen to death at her back door in Byford Minnesota. She left an estate valued at $25,000.
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Mary Ryerson
Byford
Minn
Seven Miners Fatally Injured in Boston Colliery Accident
In Mahony City Pennsylvania a cage with seven miners was drawn over the tipple and dropped to the shaft bottom. The men sustained frightful injuries and were believed fatally hurt.
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Boston
Mahony City
Lipton to attend Chicago Olympics and bring new challenger
Sir Thomas Lipton plans to accept the committee invitation to be present at the Chicago Olympic Games and may bring the new America's Cup challenger to sail on the Jaber.
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London
Thomas Lipton
Chicago
America
Roosevelt son improves after pneumonia in Groton
Theodore Roosevelt Jr. showed improvement after double pneumonia at Groton Mass. Mrs Roosevelt and the President, accompanied by Secretary Cortelyou, moved to his bedside as doctors held hope for recovery. A telegraph from Taunton and condolences from Emperor William II arrived. Secretary Long visited, while Roosevelt remained in the sick room.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Yougon
Groton
Mass
Groten Academy
Cortelyou'g
Amiutssador Tauncefete
Washington
Edward
Willisin
Germany
Mr. Long
Boausevelt
Werd
Senate committee backs anti-anarchy bill with two key amendments
The Senate judiciary committee approves the Hour anti-anarchy bill adding death penalties for attempts on the president or a successor official and for aiding an assassin. Imprisonment up to ten years for threats or incitement. The War Secretary may detail troops to guard the president. A harsh clause bans threats against the president or any successor.
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Committee On Judiciary
Senate
Secretary of War
United States
Lord Dufferin Dead at Clandeboye
The Marquis of Dufferin died Wednesday at his Irish seat Clandeboye, with family present except Lord Frederick Blackwood away with his regiment in India and Lady Gandeboys staying in London. His loss ends a brilliant era as governor general and viceroy, noted for diplomacy amid recent misfortune.
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Marquis of
Duerin
Trish
Clandeboye
Frederick Blackwood
India
Gandeboys
London
Aid Thafferin
Carter
Tle
Cauda
Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy to Visit U.S. Amid Royal Romance
Reports from Rome claim Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy travels to America for a romance with American heiress Lena Morton daughter of Levi P Morton ex Vice President and ex Governor. Morton family denies the claim though the affair appears to be at a delicate, unconfirmed stage.
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Victor Emmanuel of
Savoy
Turin
Iing
Italy
United States
Rome
Lena Morton
Levi P. Morton
New York
Morton
Cincinnati Post
Pearson Steps Out of Northwestern After Methodist Rift
Charles William Pearson longtime Northwestern English professor resigns after publicly disputing Methodist biblical miracles. Trustees confirm voluntary departure and he receives dismissal letter from Evanston First Methodist Church. The move follows strong nationwide Methodist criticism of his views.
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University
Methodist Church
Charles William Pearson
Northwestern University
Pearson
Methodists
First Methodist Church of
Evanston
Inflammatory Press Speculates On War News And Currency
The column mocks bandits and ransom schemes in Africa and debates U S policy amid war. It jokes about a new 200 cent piece, critiques Congress on surplus spending, and notes Mrs. Shaw's Washington reception while chiming on European loyalties and Spain's role.
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Miss Stone
Congress
Leslie M. Shaw
Washington
Spain
Europe
Diplomats in Washington Rekindle Anglo German Strife
A historic dispute unfolds as Germany and Britain clash over recalls of Pauncefote notes and Kaiser refusals. The piece traces tensions from Dewey to the Monroe Doctrine, amid Austria Britain and Russia maneuvers, and Prince Henry's American visit.
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Sackville-West
Washington
United States
Spain
Lord Pauncefote
Herr von Holleben
Chancellor von Buelow
England
Germany
America
Admiral Dewey
von Diedrichs
Manila
Brazil
Venezuela
Panama
Santiago
Roosevelt
Edward VII
Danish West Indies
Prince Henry
Lord Salisbury
Austria
Great Britain
France
Russia
Foreign Office
London
Congress Debates Tariffs Bills And Oleomargarine Stand
The House passed the legislative, executive and judicial appropriation bill and considered amendments. Senate activity centered on the Philippine tariff bill and questions of governance in the archipelago, with major debate led by Mr. Platt and Mr. Hoar. The oleomargarine bill faced a Tuesday defeat in the House as dairy factions pressed for a 10 cent tax.
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House
Oklahoma
Spain
Senate
Tidmner
Washington
Philippine Archipelago
United States
Turner
Wash
Nain
Silipinos
Manila
Teller
Cole
Stewart
Nevada
Roosevelt
Platt
Connecticut
Hoar
Massachusetts
House of Representatives
Wadsworth
New York
Committee On Agriculture
Congress
Court of Claims
Ledge
Patterson
Philippine Committee
Nine Dead in Battle at Lee Turner’s Quarter House
A sheriff’s posse and 22 mountain men fought at Lee Turner’s saloon three miles from Middlesboro Kentucky. Nine men died and many were wounded as about 60 volunteers clashed. Turner’s group fired first, killing Deputy Cecil, and the posse retaliated. Turner vows revenge as heavy gunfire subsides.
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Lee Turner
Middlesboro
Turner
Virginia
Will Thompson
Cecil
Palmage Narrowly Escapes Train Smashup Near Dupont
Reverend T. Dewitt Palmage was among passengers who survived a Plant System train wreck near Dupont Georgia. The incident left participants shaken but uninjured beyond minor injuries. Officials investigated the collision and urged caution around the rails.
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Palmage
Rev. T. Dewitt Palmage
Dupont
Ohio Adopts New State Flag For Public Buildings
Ohio approves a new state flag with a pennant shape and a star motif. The flag is destined to wave atop public buildings, reflecting the original star concept in its design.
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Ohio
Lincoln Birthday Observed Across Illinois
Illinois observed Lincoln birthday with public closings and religious services. Speakers L Y Sherman and Gov. Yates led commemorations in Chicago and Memorial Hall. The Marquette Club and Lincoln Club hosted panegyrics by notable figures including Charles Emory Smith, Senator McLaurin, and others. Morris hanged in Corsicana, Texas, for the 1900 murder of W G Broome after robbing him.
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Lincoln
Illinois
Ilinois
Chicago
Board of Trade
Stock Exchange
L. Y. Sherman
Koniag Morris
Corsicana
Texas
W. G. Broome
Morris
Broome
Washington Notes on Cuba Statehood and Tariff Battles
Congressman Newlands introduces a bill for Cuban statehood. Porto Rican importers seek reimbursement of duties. A $7,000,000 structure is planned for the State Department and Justice. Admiral Schley receives a $1,000 piano from an unknown donor. The House resists Senate tariff reciprocity changes. A $15,845 appropriation covers Chicago caisson explosion damages. Secretary Root outlines a plan to streamline colonial affairs.
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Washington
Newlands
Cuba
State Department
Department of Justice
Admiral Schley
House of Representatives
Senate
House
Chicago
Root
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