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Newspaper
Hamilton Evening Journal
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1911
Page
9
At Jackson Kentucky three inmates escaped with Asbury Spicer from a jail cell at midnight. Spicer fired shots to deter guards as others fled, alarms sounded, and a posse pursued. inmates were serving short terms for minor offenses.
Washington reports the House approved the Steenerson bill to raise pay for militiamen across states. Officers applaud the measure for expanding the War Department reserve and enabling officers to receive regular army-style pay. In City, Company E Third Regiment NG will see monthly raises. corporals gain 4.59, sergeants 8.50, quartermasters 11, with overall officer staff allowances.
The House committee on insular affairs report exonerates Philippine island government officers of irregularities in land sales and leases but censures existing laws. Both majority and minority reports warn laws are inadequate to prevent such acts in what is called man lands, with criticism voiced in the committee’s submission to the House today.
A chaotic scene in Sha Yang Hanpei province sees a horde of starving people scrambling for food. casualties and scattered acts of violence are reported. In Rome a man linked to Princess Arigona’s peril shoots himself after a confrontation, injuries likely fatal or serious.
Danville police chief Stripling, an escaped Georgia convict once jailed in Harris County, is arrested in Uebegia amid a tense standoff as authorities recount his violent past including a deadly shooting and a 1900 murder. The case unfolds on the eve of a police board election and public outcry over his reappointment.
S H Conover of Franklin and Miss Marie Chamberlain were married at the bride's mother's home in Lebanon on March 11 with attendance by local relatives and friends.
Cleveland reports that U. S. District Attorney Day represents the government in a suit filed against the General Electric Company and others for alleged unlawful combination and conspiracy in restraint of trade. Washington notes the Cleveland filing opens the government’s broad anti trust push, surpassing prior actions including the Standard Oil case.
An extra session of Congress is now certain after the tariff board bill survived a near death filibuster. Cox's Soldiers' Home probe bill was passed, signaling decisive action on welfare and oversight measures.
Washington on March 3 reports Congress to reconvene for an extra session as Taft signals the opening day likely March 16 after the Senate approves the reciprocity bill by noon Saturday. The call follows posturing over the trade measure and house rounds awaiting action.
Fragmentary report describes a morning session where the Senate considered several bills including a sundry civil bill and a general deficiency bill. It notes quick passage of a naval oil warden measure and references President and View, with Parliamentarian sparring cited.
In a chaotic session on March 6 the Senate reached a late evening agreement to advance the tariff board measure. Senator Beveridge of Indiana invoked rules to limit debate, while Senator Stone pressed for a broader point, and the chamber prepared for a vote as tense talks continued.
A violent clash erupted when foreigners on strike faced iron police and a mob of over one hundred in Wittsbure. Doruitiel Marko, a mob member, was shot along with several others amid the unrest. One injured person was killed during the incident.
Fragmentary report states inspectors will review 60. FR and related caps, with Captain Manton aiding pension measures. A 165,000,000 appropriation proposal surfaced, while April dates and terms like Lanibon and Hetore adjournment hint at broader military funding actions.
Washington reports the House approved a Soldiers' Home Probe bill amid stalled debates on various appropriation measures. The session adjourned after advancing the pension bill and other military and academy funding measures, with continued conferencing on related acts.
Records show C H D Shops Jaron and associates bought 72 Quees of land in the county, with transfers filed in the country recorder's office. The firm plans to erect extensive shops in the Geom City's suburbs, while details of the company's intentions remain unclear. Names listed include Away Uemrdshear Jarviet Aneymel George BH Dyer Raehel J Flora Lewis Kennedy Timothay and Toney Moyer.
In Columbus on March 3 the Democratic caucus failed to agree on ousting Hamilton county members accused of irregular election methods. amid tension Governor’s plan rumored. Willian Sappington of Honey Creek Township Vigo county is jailed after an affidavit alleging he shot a trustee and neighbor. The condition of John Gully is grave from wounds inflicted last night. Sappington’s motive linked to the dispute.
An old debt case involving George Brown of the Giant Tobees remnants, traced to 1887 failures. Brown, host of notes he could not fully pay, sought creditor absolution and took a life insurance policy to cover liabilities. The policy was declared in effect yesterday, and creditors were notified to present claims.
Washington D C March during the final week of the sixty first congress the Longworth Pinckney Gariff bill faced a strong push and possible fatal outcome as the House considered remaining supply bills. Senate filibusters consumed time and party lines remained tight with democratic support wavering. Milestone actions including a Lake Erie naval anniversary appropriation drew attention as Ohio and other states prepared to fund the commemorative events and related ceremonies.
New York MarchNearly a thousand drivers and helpers of the VB Mypress 0. here and at Torsey City struck a day because they alleged discrimination in appointments to high positions. CHICAGO MARKET CLOSINGS Chicago March J Wheat ninety one eight, corn forty eight, gate thirty three eight a.
W J Bryan from Linuole Nebraska says he has not endorsed any candidate for the Democratic nomination in 1912. He explains comments have been misunderstood and reserves right to praise or criticize actions of officials without endorsing any man. He notes his paper may commend Harmon administration acts but does not view Harmon as an available nominee.
A messy report from Peeshiing Common Pleas Court shows Judge Charles Haitstoast presiding as the trial of V’s Mis. comes under Windie W. and Prosecutor Windie regarding an affidavit of Cas. The judge weighs jurisdiction over the Cox affidavit and potential removal of Gorman from the bench.
Stolire Morton ruled a motion alleging a defect in pleading in the Feltner versus Mayor Rothwell case. Feltner seeks recovery of a revolver and the matter will be tried on its merits by a jury at once. Herman Frita, ex-employee of Frog and Switch works, died today in Cincinnati. He leaves two brothers, Hamilton and George Frita.
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