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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1907
Page
1
Wild and irregular opening in stocks with bear pressure easing briefly before prices hardened. Copper led a further break linked to London metal declines while Cortelyou's customs receipt deposits actions promised market relief later. It notes a dramatic early session and references planned measures to calm the money market.
The secretary of the Treasury expanded orders directing collectors of customs and others to deposit receipts in regular depositories. Public deposits with national bank depositories in New York City will be increased by 15 million dollars from customs receipts under the March 4 1907 act. This aims to ease redemption of four percent bonds of 1907 and provide funds for April disbursements. The secretary also instructed the treasurer to issue checks for interest due April 1, 1907 on registered bonds and 2 and 4 percent funded loans.
Serious disturbances erupt near the Persian city of Sebzewar as native mobs clash with authorities. Russian troops intervene after lawless bands attempt to breach the city. Two Russians killed and several wounded in fighting. The siege-like tensions escalate as the crisis unfolds.
Washington March 26 The President has appointed Commissioner of Labor Neill Prof Jenks and W R Wheeler as civilian members of the Immigration Commission, authorized by Congress. Desperate young character defies arrest and holds town at bay McDonald a white youth drunk yesterday defied arrest and held the town at bay last night threatening to kill anyone attempting to arrest him. Sheriff sent for. Organizer dismissed Hugh Shaugh of the Brotherhood of Railway Postal Clerks was dismissed from the railway mail service.
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A bombing attempt against the Governor General fizzled with no effect. Authorities report the bomber remained at large and the motive or identity is under investigation. The incident prompted heightened security at official residences and surrounding streets.
Four thousand peasants march on Bucharest as military and police fortify the capital. Rioters attack in Vinshica and Galatz, with troops firing on mobs. multiple casualties reported and authorities vow to prevent further incursions.
From Tangier Morocco on March 26 reports say interior populations grow more excited against Europeans. Letters indicate Moroccan troops around Tanners are inactive and many have deserted due to lack of funds to pay soldiers.
Washington March 26 Taylor formerly of the 25th Infantry testified before the Senate Brownsville inquiry that he never had extra ammunition and did not see any when the Negro troops arrived at Fort Brown He admitted the company had shot guns and indicated that when they desired to 70 he took a shotgun marking the first admission of such armament.
Standard Oil today advanced the price of all grades of gasoline naptha and refined oil in barrels by 1 to 4 cents per gallon in Cleveland Ohio on March 26. The move affects multiple product lines and reflects the firm’s pricing strategy amid market conditions.
Columbia SC March 26 The Interstate National Guard Association elected officers for the ensuing year President Major General Charles Dick of Ohio Vice Presidents Major General Geo W Moulton Illinois Brigadier General B Wood Minnesota Brigadier General N H Henry New York Major General Stafford Massachusetts Major General J C R Foster Florida Brigadier General J B Tanck California Brigadier General James W F Hughes Kansas Brigadier General Laurason Rises Maryland Brigadier General J F Armfield North Carolina Brigadier General W F McLaurin Michigan Brigadier General G M Cole Connecticut Brigadier General Roger D Williams Kentney Secretary Col Carroll D Grans Nebraska Treasurer Brigadier General John D Fost South Carolina
Wadesboro notes a March funeral for John B Ingram with large turnout and a solemn Masonic service led by Worshipful Master Marshall. A separate court case involves Henry Tillman and George Harris over seduction allegations. Tillman fatally shot Harris after quarrel. Comrade Burr dies at county home amid Confederate veterans reflections. Also announced votes for Wood Iron Company stock and Pee Dee Distillery charter. Omaha bout between Jack Johnson and Jim McCormick set for tonight.
Raleigh March 25 Trustees named for the East Carolina Training School include Thomas J. Jarvis J. B. Leigh C. W. Vinton Y. Ormond John C. Picker J. R. Bannerman Ivo P. Turlington T. H. Battle and J. C. Carr as the state board of education elects the nine members. Major Hl London notes strong North Carolina Confederate veteran representation at the Richmond reunion and the ship Seaboard Air Line rail line changes loom over Raleigh with a through freight cut and new facilities planned.
March report states President Bonilla of Honduras, after retreat to Anapala and defeat at Choluteca by Nicaraguan forces, ordered the surrender of Tegucigalpa to victorious troops. The city is now in the hands of the Honduran Nicaraguan government junta.
New York March 26 Justice Fitzgerald this afternoon decided to appoint a lunacy commission to determine if Harry Thaw is sane. If sane the trial resumes, else commitment to an asylum may be sought. The commission includes Morgan J. OBrien, Peter B. Olney, and Dr Leopold Putzell. Evelyn Thaw wept as she left Tombs.
Wake Forest College reports a lecture by Dr. George W Pasciai on Greek Vases for the Baptist University for Women of Raleigh. J W Bailey sold his interest in the Biblical Recorder to Rev C W Blanchard, both Wake Forest alumni, with Blanchard likely to edit. Prof John B Carlyle to lead a naval examination. Prof L R Mills returns from Scotland Neck. Miss Mattie Gill back from Durham after Z H Taylor and Miss Fasse’s marriage.
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