Insurgents win with aid from Democrats in Senate action
In a June 2 vote the Senate approved the Overman anti-junction amendment to the railway bill by 3 to 28, curbing federal court interference with state railroad laws such as two-cent fare measures. Regular Republicans failed to table the measure, La Follette signaling possible withdrawal of his pending resolution, and Crawford’s amendment was rejected, though railroads may still engage in timber and lumber business.
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Hibbs Bulding
Washington
Senate
Overman
Senator Overman
North Carolina
la Follette
LaFollette
Crawford
Bailex
Subway Collision Triggers Citywide Panic in New York
The public service commission opened an inquiry into a subway crash that hurt 23 people and caused 1000 riders to panic as smoke filled the tunnel near the Mott Avenue station where a southbound express rear-ended another. Elevator operator John Cummings ferried passengers to safety.
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Mott Avenue
John Cummings
Three Men Die in Quarry Blast at Lehigh Cement Works
In Allentown area nine men were affected when a blast at the Lehigh Portland Cement quarry in West Coplay PA detonated prematurely. Three were killed instantly, three were seriously injured, and three are missing feared buried under rock.
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Lehigh Portland Cement Company
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Overstreet Will Filed for Probate in Indiana
The will of former Congressman Jesse Overstreet who died May 27 at 2015 K Meridian Street is probated. The estate of about 25,000 goes mainly to his wife Katherine C. Overstreet with 5,000 to his mother and 5,000 to its austere. Prizes for best strawberries goose berries and flowers will be awarded at Marion County Agricultural Morticultural and Farmers Institute meeting in the statehouse Saturday afternoon. Participants include Everett E. Smith deputy state entomologist Muncie Ida Mary Buck and Sylvester Johnson.
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Katherine C. Overstreet
Marion County Agricultural, Morticultural and Farmers' Institute
Statehouse
Everett E. Smith
Muncie
Ida Mary B .Buck
Sylvester Johnson
Baseball game postponed at Washington Park
The baseball game between Indianapolis and Milwaukee, scheduled for Thursday afternoon at Washington Park, was postponed due to rain.
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Washington Park
Indianapolis
Milwaukee
Rate increases of railroads hit Indiana
Twenty two railroads forming the Central Freight association filed new tariffs with the Interstate Commerce Commission. Rates rise 6 to 31 percent for shipments between Chicago Cincinnati Indianapolis and beyond. Increases take effect July 1 with further rises from New York Central and related lines by July 5 and July 10. Proportionate hikes affect multiple commodities and routes into Indiana Kentucky and neighboring states. The attorney general may pursue Sherman act action to enjoin further rate advances.
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Indiana
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John Kreutzer
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Oliver Hotel
C. A Bookwalcher
John N. Early
Hertzogg
John Studebaker
Studebaker Wagon Factory
Fisher
Carl Fisher
Plymouth
Indianapolia
English aviator flies Channel crossing to Calais
Charles Rolls, English aviator, crossed the English Channel in a Wright aeroplane and landed near Calais at Saint-Gatien. He prepares for a return flight toward the Royal prize of 2500 dollars, optimistic about a second start after a 50 mile sea flight record set in Nice.
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France
Charles
Rolls
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de Lessep
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Snow hits Wheeling in light snowstorm and rain
Wheeling West Virginia recorded a light snowstorm Wednesday followed by a cold rain as the day cooled. The event disrupted some activities but no major damage was reported. Authorities advised residents to dress warmly and stay cautious on slick roads.
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Wheeling
W. Va
United States May Halt in Nicaraguan War
Washington May 1 The United States government weighs recognizing Gen Estradas insurgents and halting the fighting in Nicaragua as Madriz forces suffer defeats Rama and coast battles draw heavy casualties including several Americans amid urging fleet movements and relief orders for naval units.
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United States
Taft seeks aid to overthrow Beveridge in statehood clash
President Taft met with Senator Bailey of Texas and Senator Dick of Ohio to urge joining a plan to topple Beveridge and push the House statehood bill over the Senate version. Taft abused Beveridge. Bailey and Dick promised to seek votes to override Beveridge, but leaders say the statehood bill cannot pass. Arizona may go Democratic while New Mexico stays Republican, and two Senate seats could shift as a result.
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Battle Casualties Reported In Bluefields Action
Washington officials release casualty figures for Gen Lara's forces in the failed bid to seize Bluefields. One hundred fifty killed, two hundred fifty wounded, and three hundred captured, with the report noting the operation as unsuccessful.
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Lara
Bluefields
Desk Sergeant Helps Wife After Overnight Lodge Absence
A desk sergeant comforts a worried wife after her husband, who had gone to a lodge meeting, fails to return overnight. The sergeant explains lodges sometimes work through the night to admit new members, easing the wife’s fears as the man contemplates his long shift and the unexpected kindness of a friend.
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Serat
Shafer
Sergt. Shafer
Blank Street
Estrada Earns Aid for Wounded Fallen to Victor's Hands
Consul Mof fat reports Estrada, the victor, giving all possible aid to the wounded who have fallen into his hands. The message notes the consul’s endorsement and the ongoing relief efforts for those injured in the conflict.
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Moffat
Estrada
Madriz Chief in Flight as Campaign Rises on Coast
Bluefields June 2 A joint Rama column under Gen Mena supports Gen Estrada provisional president. A systematic drive to clear the eastern Nicaragua coast of Madriz forces led by Generals Lada and Chavarria began. Provisional troops order quarter only to those swearing allegiance. Madriz troops surrender when overtaken amid shortages and wounded. Chiefs flee as supplies decline and hospitals run low. Reports say Estrada may declare an independent nation if the US hesitates to intervene.
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Mena
Estrada
Nicaragua
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Chavarria
United States
Indianapolis Sinks After Striking Log Near Corregidor
Manila June 2 The United States Army transport Indianapolis sank Thursday in 20 fathoms of water 18 miles from Corregidor Island harbor after striking a log. All aboard reached lifeboats safely with no loss of life, advices say.
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Manila
Indianapolis
Corregadore Island
Government inspector attends Indiana pharmaceutical meeting
H. C. Kitchen, a government food and drug inspector, departed Thursday to attend the Indiana State Pharmaceutical Society gathering at French Lick. He serves as the official government representative at the event.
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H. C. Kitchen
Indiana State Pharmaceutical Society
French Lick
Taft argues love and education for women graduates
President Taft addressed Bryn Mawr College graduates in Philadelphia on June 2, urging that marriage and motherhood are not barriers to women’s achievement. He praised higher education for women, noted expanding professions, and stressed independence and the value of an academic foundation for future generations. He departed Washington for a four day trip, with a first stop at Bryn Mawr.
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Taft
Bryn Mawr College
Washington
Jackson
Mich
Bryn Wawr
Indiana 1916 Exposition Planned by Trade Men
State boosters in Indianapolis propose a 1916 Indiana exposition to celebrate statehood. Merchants visited on a statewide tour push for a comprehensive show of Indiana industries, soil products, and livestock, aiming to boost state pride and economic development. The plan includes forming committees and eventually handing operations to statewide bodies.
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Trade Association
Indiana
Indianapolis Trade Association
Indianapolis
Gary
Mayor Shank Hatpin Law Draws International Notice
England reports Indianapolis official action requiring police to carry foot rulers to measure hatpins that extend beyond legal limits. The piece notes Moscow's similar bylaw and mocks possible warrants for waistline checks, predicting sparks over policing headgear.
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Shank
Manchester
England
Sunday Chronicle
Indianapolis
Lewis Spank
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