Cockrel of Missouri Moves to Agree to House Modifications
In Washington on April 29 the Senate approved the House amendments to the margarine bill and sent it to the President for signature. Teller’s amendment to tax a potential butter trust failed 25 to 28. Cockerell moved to concur in House edits, and the measure passed without a division. Platt reported on the Chinese exclusion conference and Geary act terms.
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Teller
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North Carolina
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White House
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Committee On Foreign Relations
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Platt
Connecticut
Philippine Commission
Renewed Attacks on Government Over Shipping Agreement Terms
London April 29 The terms of the agreement between German liners and the shipping combine trigger renewed newspaper attacks on the British government. W J Pirrie of Harland and Wolff meets J P Morgan in London to settle details and prepare a circular for shareholders.
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Shipping Combine
W. J. Pirrie
Harland & Wolff
J. P. Morgan
Combine
Rome Embarrassment Over Chicago Men Handling
At the American embassy in Rome a painful impression arose from the Venice incidents involving Chicago men. Officials say once the Italian court finishes with the offenders they will be arraigned before an American court martial.
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Rome
Venice
Chicago
The Queen’s Condition Reports Quiet Night For Queen Wilhelmina
The bulletin posted at Castle Loo on April 29 says Queen Wilhelmina passed a quiet night, her mornings are feverless, and her evening temperatures are decreasing. The update emphasizes stabilizing vitals and improving condition.
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Hague
Castle Loo
Wilhelmina
Ambushed constabulary unit near Manila
Five members of the constabulary were ambushed near San Juan Del Monte outside Manila. One man was killed and another injured in the attack carried out by Filipino assailants.
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Manila
Constabulary
San Juan del Monte
Samar Insurrection Ended Surrender of Sa mar Insurgents
Manila April 25 The surrender of the insurgents on Samar island led by General Guevarra, who followed General Luchin in command, has been officially effected.
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Manila
Island of
Guevarra
Luchgn
Daland
Criticisms Swirl Over Shaw Speech at Grant Birthday Banquet
London reports that United States Secretary of the Treasury Shaw faced limited press attention for his Pittsburg banquet remarks celebrating General Grant. The Globe savages the speech as crude and menacing, while noting England and Europe largely ignore such commentary as diplomacy in shirt sleeves.
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London
Globe
Denounces General Smith in a House Debate
Representative Sibley of Pennsylvania denounced General Jacob H. Smith for Samar campaign orders, calling him a disgrace to the uniform and urging the president to strip him within forty eight hours. The speech drew Democrat applause and mixed Republican reactions, amid Sibley’s former party switch and expansionist stance.
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Washington
House
Jacob H. Smith
Smith
Sav age withdraws from renomination race in Lincoln
Governor Sav age withdraws from the race for renomination with a formal announcement in Lincoln. The move clears the field for a brisk gubernatorial contest as candidates in the field may up their activity before the state convention on June 18.
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Savage
Say 1Age
Trial of Princess Begins Plea Not Guilty to Forgery
In Capetown on April 28 the trial of Princess Radalwill for forging notes endorsed by Cecil Rhodes began in the supreme court before Chief Justice Devilliers. The princess pleaded not guilty. a postponement to gather evidence from England was refused. There are twenty four counts. Rhodes and Schultz are deceased, but affidavits still claim the signatures are forgeries. Moody to Enter Cabinet as Navy Secretary in Washington. Moody plans to leave the House by Wednesday night to become secretary of the navy Thursday morning.
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Capetown
Princess Radalwill
Supreme Court
J. H. Devilliers
England
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Schultz
Moody
Washington, D. C
Mass
Secretary Shaw to Increase National Bank Deposits
Secretary Shaw announced on April 29 that on May 1 he would raise deposits in national bank depositories by 33 million or 4 million dollars. He will designate additional depositories as part of the widening move.
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Shaw
National Bank
State Board of Control Expands Iowa Farm Lands
Des Moines April 29. Chairman Iownie and Judge lvnng visited all state institutions to arrange land purchases authorized by the legislature. Contracts made at Davenport and Clarinda. Eighty acres bought at Davenport and 100 acres at Clarinda at 75 to 96 dollars per acre, boosting the farm size to about 853 acres. The board faces price pressures as eastern schools lure Iowa teachers with higher salaries. The plan aims to offset losses of top staff by maintaining farm yields and school quality.
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Iownie
Lvnng
State Board of Control
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Glen- Wood
Mount Pleasant
Clarinda
Board of Control
Iowa
Banks Face Tax on United States Bonds in Iowa
Des Moines auditors rule banks cannot deduct United States bonds from bank capital for tax assessment. Des Moines city council backs the policy, likely denying about $17,000 in taxes and signaling court action. The ruling extends to other banks in the state.
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Des Moines
Audliter Merriam
United States
Des Moines Youth Arrested in Stepfather Murder Fire
Henry Meyer, 14, was arrested for allegedly murdering his stepfather Frank Lavelleur and setting a barn blaze that revealed the dismembered body. Neighbors found the burning barn on the Lavelleur farm and firefighters uncovered a crushed skull during the coroner’s exam. Meyer claimed the fire started from two bonds he built and that he did not know his stepfather was inside.
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Two Children Die In Iowa Tornado Report
Marshalltown reports from Jasper county say two Brown children were killed and their mother fatally injured when a recent tornado struck. The mother was blown into a wire fence. In Ottumwa Iowa colored women form a federation with a convention planned for May 23-24 to address segregation concerns.
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Jasper County
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Ottumwa
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Lindt for state commander of Grand Army of the Republic
Commander George Metzger arriving for the state encampment in Davenport May 20 to 22. Lindt favored for state commander with unanimous delegate votes anticipated. Decorations costing about 1200 dollars planned, railroads offer special rates for a near weeklong visit. Openings include public receptions, an address by Governor Cummins, and noted talks from General Dodge and other Iowa figures.
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Appraise Officer Realty Valuation for Unsold Estate
The Thomas Officer estate in Council Bluffs is valued at 19,297.50 for unsold real estate. Appraisers J. R. McPherson S. G. Underwood and H. Ouren report lots including Willow avenue homestead and additions totaling about 19,297.50. Receivers hold ~25,000 plus Julia Officer claim 4,000 to 6,000. 65 percent to creditors anticipated.
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Officer & Pussey Bank
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J. R. McPherson
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H. Ouren
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Kaiser to Visit Emperor Francis Joseph in September
A Vienna newspaper reports the Kaiser will pay a formal visit to Emperor Francis Joseph at the start of September. The trip signals ongoing diplomatic cordiality between the two realms.
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Vienna
Francis Joseph
Murder Mystery Persists in Peterson Case
In Des Moines on April 28 the Peterson murder case remains unsolved, likened to the Mabel Schofield incident. Police have held suspects for periods, releasing plans intermittently while detectives say they have exhausted all leads.
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Des Moines
Peterson
Mabel Schofield
Defiance and wit sharpened in time
Fragmentary text references defiance and unification with names including potter and a general call to care for clothes with Red Cross Blue. Mentions fortune turning and many men. Read in incomplete form, the piece hints at prompt action and practical tips amid vague context.
Vogeler's Curative Compound Promises Indigestion Relief
A London physician’s formula backs Vogeler's Curative Compound as a remedy for many stomach troubles, especially indigestion. An Ohio couple’s testimony supports its effectiveness, and St. Jacobs Oil offers a free sample bottle via Baltimore.
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W. Bowell
Priory Street
Winchester
Col
London
St. Jacob's Oil, Ltd
Baltimore
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