Million for Guard Pushes Bill to Double National Militia Aid
Senator Dick of Ohio urges Congress to raise the national militia appropriation from 1 million to 2 million dollars and to fund improved target practice. He notes states provide about 4.5 million annually while federal support remains at 1 million. The militia, numbering around 120,000, serves on President calls and war footing.
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Congress
United States
Guam
Ohio
Interstate National Guard Association
Trains in fatal collision near Dalton Nebraska
A freight engine fireman was killed and a passenger train engineer fatally injured after a head on collision near Dalton twelve miles north of Bidney Nel caused by miscommunication and a heavy snowstorm. Several passengers injured but not seriously. The U S Supreme Court also ruled on a city franchise case involving Chicago. Actor Edward J Morgan was found dead in his Hotel Belleclaire apartment in New York from suffocation after a heart attack.
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Neb
Boarlington
Bidney
Edward J Morgan
Belleclaire
New York
Weston
Morgan
Trusta Loses Two Antitrust Supreme Court Cases
Trusta fails in two Supreme Court challenges in Washington as justices rule corporate officers must answer all questions and produce books in suits under antitrust law or grand jury investigations. Mrs Anna Knapp Sinver, arrested in Hamilton Ohio, accused of marrying Iorrice and Joseph Spivey, is found to have six husbands. She forfeited her hall prior to revelations and vanished, a cousin of the knotted Knapp.
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Supreme Court
Washingt
Anna Knapp Sinver
Hamilton
Ohio
Iorrice
Joseph Spivey
Strangler
Knapp
Tesla Station Equipment to Be Sold at Sheriff’s Auction
The costly apparatus from Nikola Tesla’s Colorado Springs experiment station, dating to six years ago during his wireless telegraphy plans, will be sold at public auction by the sheriff to satisfy a $928 judgment in favor of J. C. Duffner.
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Nikola Tesla
Colorado Spring
J. C. Duffner
Supreme Court Refuses to Confirm Powers Removal to Federal Court
The Supreme Court refused to confirm the removal of Caleb Powers case to the Federal court but indicated a writ of error could review actions of Kentucky tribunals.
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United States Supreme Court
Caleb Powers
Kentucky
Narrow Escape for Royalty in Bull Chase
King Carlos and Princess Amelia of Portugal escaped injury when a mad bull charged their carriage. The animal swerved to strike another carriage, killing one horse in the chaos.
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Carlos
Jucepn Amelia
Portugal
Premier Moret Announces Royal Betrothal for June 2
Premier Moret informs the Spanish cabinet that King Alfonso will wed Princess Enn of Battenburg who will be styled Victoria Eugenie. The marriage is set for June 2.
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Alfonso
Princess Enn of
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Victoria Eugenie
Susan B Anthony Dies in Rochester After Long Illness
Susan B Anthony a noted suffragist leader died at her Rochester New York home after a prolonged illness with pneumonia listed as the direct cause of death.
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Susan B Anthony
Rochester
N. Y
Battle Creek Woman Financier Rises From Washerwoman
Battle Creek Michigan washerwoman earns income from fibrous tubs then buys an automobile. She supports five children, purchases two horses and a farm from her earnings, becoming a notable local financier through industrious enterprise.
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Battle Creek
Mich
Cha Tub
Interstate Meeting to Be Called Conference
Resolutions from both branches of the Town Legislature call a conference in Des Moines of state representatives named by governors and 9 senators elected by popular vote.
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Des Moines
Cost of Living Reaches Thirty Year High, Dun Statistics
The cost of living is stated as the highest in thirty years according to the Dun Mercantile Agency, with overall commodity prices up to $104 204 from $101 930 a year earlier. Building materials led the rise, meats climbed while most food products fell about 6 percent, and dairy and garden prices also shifted with butter up another cent.
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Dun Mercantile Agency
Dun
Panama Canal Lock Plan Moves to Congress Decision
A controversial report details a proposed lockless Panama Canal at sea level with costs and engineering doubts. Stevens and Taft back a sea level route, while engineers warn of dredging and maintenance needs. Congress now weighs the plan and its potential savings versus risks.
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Stevens
Wentys Sears
Taft
Suez Canal
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Canaal
Engmes
Sues
Cromwell Testifies On Panama Canal Ties Before Senate Panel
William Nelson Cromwell, a prominent New York lawyer, testified to senators on his role with the French canal company and the American enterprise. He disclosed serving as Panama republic legal adviser and said his firm benefited from the $40 million Panama rights deal and he had received about $200 000 from the new Panama company. He cited professional secrets regarding his services and the satisfaction of his clients.
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New York
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Panama Canal
Senate Committee On Interoven
Morgan
Alabama
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French Canal Company
Panama
Republic of Panama
Senate
New Panama Company
Standard Oil Men Munt Testify
The Missouri Supreme Court rules that foreign corporation officers doing business in the state must testify when asked and produce business records. Judge Gildersleeve may follow, meaning Rogers and other Standard Oil witnesses face contempt or jail if they refuse. The decision also compels production of witnesses for any future prosecutions, potentially including John D. Rockefeller.
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Supreme Goal of
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Gildersleeve
New York
TJ. F. Rogers
Rogers
John D. Rockefeller
Old Trust
State fights Pennsylvania Railroad over 30 cash deposit
Secretary of Internal Affairs Brown leads a suit against the railroad challenging a $30 cash deposit on 1,000 mile tickets with a $10 credit upon use, declaring the practice unconstitutional and ordered by Attorney General Carson.
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State of
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Railroad
Carson
Great French Mine Disaster at Courrières Claims Vast Loss
A catastrophic Courrières mine explosion in Pas-de-Calais France traps 1 795 workers. After fifteen hours rescue attempts fail as galleries collapse and flames engulf the interior. The disaster shocks France with officials traveling to the scene and widespread mourning.
Springfield Quieted After Black Community Riots
Springfield Ohio returned to quiet after Black residents faced mob violence and property damage. A prior year surge saw a Black man killed by a mob. militia imposed martial law. Last week a white runaway brakeman Davis was attacked by two Black men, sparking renewed unrest in the Black quarter.
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Springfield
Ohio
Belhalf
Dixon
Mr Davis
Gaddy
Dean
Davis
Itis
Dayton
Mine Disaster in Pas-de-Calais Leaves 6 Dead and Many Trapped
Chief engineer states the fire could not be controlled after four days and gas buildup caused an explosion at the Pas-de-Calais mine. At least one miner died near the shaft mouth and a rescuer was hurled into the air as flames engulfed pits 2, 5, and 4. The interior became a roaring furnace as rescue attempts were driven back.
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M. Leon
Kansas to Celebrate Loth Anniversary and Erect Soldiers Monument
Topeka citizens plan a Kansas state exposition to honor the Loth anniversary in 1911 and a soldiers monument near the State House. Capt P IL Coney leads the Kansas Grand Army of the Republic drive to raise funds by dollar subscriptions from Civil War descendants, likely over half a million people.
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Indianapolis
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Leather Scarcity Forces Losses in English Footwear Trade
The English boot and shoe industry faces an acute leather shortage as the peak production period nears. Prices have risen, making it difficult to fill contracts without substantial losses to manufacturers.
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England
Detroit to Canada Tunnel Bid Invited by Railroad Board
The Michigan Central railroad through its engineering board invites bids to build a river tunnel beneath the Detroit River from Detroit to Windsor Canada. The tunnel will extend about a mile and a half and work is to be overseen by the Detroit River Tunnel Company.
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Palma to push rural guard force rise to sixty eight thousand
President Palma plans to ask the Cuban congress to lift the rural guard force from 3 000 to 68 000, signaling a major expansion of security personnel. The move underscores nationwide concerns over stability and rural policing.
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Palma
Destruction and Riot Endures After Mortally Wounded Leader
A violent outbreak erupts in a city quarter as mobs attack resorts and destroy buildings. Negro residents flee as fires burn, police and militia struggle to contain the unrest until additional troops arrive and arrests follow.
Town Topics Case Sparks Wall Street Interest
The piece satirizes Col. Mann and Town Topics as it notes figures like Rockefeller Sage and Hetty Green pulling strings in Chicago University funding. It references the Algeciras conference and criticizes railroad robber baron tactics, hinting at ongoing financial and political tensions in early 20th century U.S. society.
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Hetty Green
Wall Street
Col. Mann
Algeciras
Senate Debates Army Expansion and Indian Affairs
Senators debated enlarging the army by replacing contract surgeons with officers, with Hale Carter Gallinger Warren and Blackburn split on the issue. Major focus also on Indian Territory affairs and statehood for Oklahoma, with bills on tobacco leaf tax and naturalization deliberated, and district legislation advancing.
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Carter
Gallinger
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Blackburn
Long
Clapp
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du Boils
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Indian Territory
Anthony Michalek
United States
Illinois
Notes of the National Capital Summary
Free seed distribution will cost the government money and save 250 dollars. Congress approves the agriculture committee recommendation. President Gompers appeals to President Roosevelt to suspend the appropriation bill over eight hour labor law repeal. Secretary Shaw supports reduced internal revenue duty on grain alcohol. Congressman Still warns of potential trouble with China as army bill defense. State Department predicts growth in American commerce in Manchuria due to Russian development. House judiciary experts say life insurance is not interstate commerce making federal legislation unlikely.
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Trouse Committee On Agriculture
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American Federation of Labor
Roosevelt
Canal Zone
Shaw
Congressman Still
House
China
Manchuria
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House Judiciary Committee
Chicago Industry Outlook Notes Steady Demand and Construction Rise
A late winter survey reports strong industrial prospects with steady lumber and material demand, resilient markets, and early freight activity. Retail and wholesale trade show renewed strength, while shipyards full and lake navigation faces few interruptions as February weather eases.
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Maka
Woolens Clothing
Ti Span
Henry Oanles
Brit
Favorable New York Features Signal Spring Market Confidence
Trading lines across New York show favorable features amid uncertain crop prospects. Wheat futures trade amid expectations of stronger spring demand, while buyers anticipate supply adjustments and continued industry resilience despite earlier weakness. International reports note Canada’s lower weekly failure totals, with Bradstreet's Commercial Report highlighting cautious optimism for the coming season.
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Larsy
Canada
Market prices for cattle hogs and grains across regions
Cattle in various regions show prices from four to six dollars with hogs generally around four to six dollars. wheat No 2 ranges about 40 to 65 cents, corn No 2 roughly 40 to 48 cents, oats and rye listed at several mid 40s to mid 60s. Buffalo and New York listings mirror similar ranges for cattle hogs and grains with small variances.
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New York
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