Jail sentences for industrial workers in New York
In New York on March 7 Joseph Albers of the Industrial Workers of the World received a 30 day jail term for disorderly conduct and breach of peace after clashes at St Alphonus church during wholesale arrests. Fellow IWW member William Greene drew an 80 day sentence. Tannenbaum was freed on bail amid a crowd. police court dispositions await further hearings with nearly 200 cases yet to be resolved.
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Neew York
Joseph Albers
Frank Tannenbaum
Industrial Workers of the World Army
New York
Campbell
Albers
St. Alphonus Church
Canada he asserts favors reciprocity at lumber meeting
The National Wholesale Lumber Dealers Association closed its convention with Gordon O Edwards of Ottawa elected president and W W Knight of Indianapolis as vice president. Rodolphe Lemieux urged Canadians to back reciprocity, arguing 66 percent of Canadian business was with the United States and that trade grows peace and progress.
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Thuffalo
National
Wholesale Lumber Cealers’ Association
Gordon O. Edwards
Ottawa
W. W. Knight
Indianapolis
Rodolphe Lemieux
Canada
Howard
United States
Vane Guard of Progress
Terrazas Fears for Son as 600000 Peso Ransom Due
General Terrazas faces a dire deadline next Sunday to pay 600000 pesos to free his son Lyle held by rebel Francisco Villa in Chihuahua. The old Mexican magnate has little cash, with threats of his son’s removal south and possible execution unless the ransom is met.
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RE Paso
Tex
Villa
George Carothers
Anak
Department of State
Ashington
Nogales
General Villa
Carothera
Terragna
Hia
Terrazas
Luis
Chihuahua
Villae Charu
Cientificas
Pancho Villa
Don Lula
Daring Thieves Rob Rich Mock Factory Haul
Two men robbed a Brown Sheep factory paymaster of $10,000 this afternoon. They jumped from a car, entered the factory, and held up the payer, according to a report to police headquarters.
Newlyweds Unable to Collect Damages
Alma and Kon Maren sue for damages in district court over a workplace incident. Jade Johan Caren dle Bahia and others named as parties. $1,070 sought. Judge denied full award but Moyd agreed to a voluntary $75 payment to settle the dispute.
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Alma
Kon
Maren
Hoye
Bie
Drkile
Lone Bandit Robs Southern Train Near Columbus
A bandit masked and about five eight tall held up Southern Railway No. 11 from Charleston to Columbus as it entered the city, ordering clerk C B Thomas to face the wall and fleeing with registered mail. Police and railroad detectives scour the countryside but lack a solid description to identify the thief.
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Thomas
Charleston
President's broad hint spurs Congress to act on tolls repeal
Senator Poindexter urged Wilson to name the delicate matter he alluded to. The Lima bill to repeal the Panama tolls exemption moved in the House by a 17 to 4 vote with key votes defined. Debate centers on repealing the exemption and the potential for American coastwise vessels to use the canal free, amid anticipated strong opposition in both chambers.
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Congress
Washington
Poindexter
Wilson
Panama
Wanahington
Lima
House Commerce Committee
Doremus
Michigan
Knowland
California
Hamilton
Repubicans
Lafferty
Panama Canal
United States
House
Adamson
Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
Chilton
Tolla
Senate
Great Britain
Mysterious Letter Delivery Prompted Military Inquiry
Fragments describe a hurried city arrival and a surprise by military authorities. Inquiries found a broken bundle of letters and a summons netting missed, with deliveries to the reservists.
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Ies
Accounting System of Milwaukee Scored in Committee Review
A Milwaukee accounting system faces detailed scrutiny as the Laterstate Committee studies its operations. Walter ORM and Joe Antheaacingg lead a review of procedures and funding, with emphasis on the security and accuracy of financial records submitted to the governing body.
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Accounting System OF
Milwaukee
Walter Orm
Pamvedaadans
Joe
Century Peace Celebration Highlighted by Global Leaders
The article recalls a historic centennial peace celebration with leaders from the United States and Britain amid reciprocal gestures. It notes participation in a Franco-British event and reflects on democracy’s appeal across the Atlantic.
British press lauds Wilson stance on Panama policy
London journals praise President Wilson for his Panama policy and his handling of delicate issues. The Westminster Gazette and Pall Mall Gazette commend his straight dealing, risk-taking stance, and call for reciprocal goodwill at the Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco.
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PRESS
Great Britain
Wilson
London
Morc T
Congress
Westminster Gagette
Panama
United States
Iran
Westminster Gazelle
William 8. Benton
Juarez
Io Pall Mall Gazette
Atlantic
San Francisco
Globe
Evening Standard
Liverpool Post
Tango Class Aids Poor Man In Chicago Court
In Chicago on March 7 a tango class was organized in the court of domestic relations to help the Rieckel family. Judge Uhler set a March 13 deadline for Charles Nieckel to show funds to support his wife, whom he allegedly abandoned.
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Chicago
Rieckel
Uhler
Charles Nieckel
South Ridgeway Avenue
Fundy
Prairie Avenue
John P.teady
John J. Gardner
John Lick
Taabel Carruthers
Marie
Misa Hilgabeth Moriarity
Saaid
Railroads Upheld in Spud Rate Controversy
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission ruled railroad tariff regulations for winter potato shipments are fair and viable. The decision allows shippers to choose between standard rates and contracts that shift weather and damage risks to the shipper while potentially yielding lower charges or higher protections.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce
Hlower
Three High Police Inspectors Lose Plea
New York March 6 The appellate division of the supreme court unanimously affirmed the conviction of former Police Inspectors Martha Thampawa and Sweeney for conspiring to obstruct justice In the case of the fourth inspector Brtmsey the court reversed the conviction and ordered Hussey discharged from Mackwelle island penitentiary
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New York
Supreme Court Today
Martha
Thampawa
Sweeney
Brtmsey
Hussey
Mackwelle Island Penitentiary
Playwright’s Court Earnings Spark Seeming Windfall
In New York a court revealed a playwright’s earnings from works. George Broadboret testified his income averaged two thousand dollars annually over the last two years, with higher earnings over seven years. The judge ordered a continued allowance following the trial.
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New York
George Broadboret
Broadboret
Potter Testifies on Copper Country Strike Housing
Houghton Mich March 6 Bank houses guarded to protect non union workers from strikers not to trap imported strike breakers Potter Superior mine superintendent testified about bringing 1700 men to the copper country since the strike and housing newcomers He said he received no complaints of detention and noted train arrivals were attacked and dynamited at times Strikers paraded with women present and two self announced leaders claimed his removal Louis Dahlshoff testified he came with full knowledge of the strike and could move freely between bunkhouse and train on arrival.
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Houghton
Mich
Auld
Odin Potter
Superior
Potter
Aaid
Tralna Lotti
Ho Arment
Chicago
Louis Dahlshoff
Superior Mine
President Wilson asks Congress repeal of Panama toll exemption
President Wilson urged Congress in joint session to repeal the Panama toll exemption, calling it a mistaken policy and in contravention of the Hay Pauncefote treaty. He argued repeal would honor obligations, sustain U.S. reputation, and support the administration's foreign policy. He noted Britain’s protests and stressed a voluntary withdrawal.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
United States
Panama
Connes Steels
Britain
Taft
Great Britain
James Bryce
England
Callera
Cecil Spring-Rice
House
Senate
Labor unions plan to reduce cost of living in Pittsburgh
Union labor groups backing cooperatives to cut living costs were notified by C. L. Woldridge that school property could be used for moving picture exhibitions to spark interest. The shows will be held in city sections hardest hit by high prices to educate residents about the effort.
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Pittsburgh
Hungry wolves raid sheep herds near Rome
Rome March 6 Hordes of starving wolves driven from the Apennines due to heavy snows descended into the Abruzzi provinces near Rome and devoured hundreds of sheep. The wolves took refuge in caverns of Mount Sp rack about 26 miles north of Rome as armed peasants hunt them and report killing a large number.
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Rome
Apennine
Abrusai
President addresses Congress as tolls suspension bill looms
President Wilson appears before a packed Capitol for a brief address amid crowded galleries and diplomatic presence. The Interstate Commerce Committee plans a repeal bill within days, while Senator Chilton introduces a toll suspension measure shortly after the speech.
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Lane
Capitol
Interstate Commerce Committe
House
Wilton
White House
Wilson
Speaker Clark
Mr. Wilson
Amison
Congress
Chilton
Cannis
Spanish Don to Marry by Proxy
Angel Fernandez of Depue Illinois will wed Pilar Mallada in Aviles Spain via proxy. Nicholas Mallada will take Fernandez vows in a formal contract and then escort Fernandez’s bride home after the ceremony. The proxy marriage fulfills a Spanish government requirement for protection of the bride.
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Ottawa
Angel Fernandez
Depue
Pilar Mallada
Aviles
Spain
Fernandez
LaSalle County
Nicholas Mallada
Ferandez
Nicholas
Resignation of John Bassett Moore Leaves State Department Counselor Vacant
Washington March 6 John Bassett Moore's resignation went into effect today leaving the state department without a counselor. Moore plans to join the Carnegie endowment for international peace and later return to lead international law at Columbia University.
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Washington
John Bassett Moore
State Department
Moore
Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
Iiter
Columbia University
Wilson
Bryan
Huerta
Dutien
John Lind
Mexico
Hannis Taylor
Spain
Henry White
France
Department
Joseph W. Folk
Interstate Commerce Commission
Post Standing Trip to Rochester Hospital
A special four car train carried C. W. Post to Rochester Minnesota for an operation. He left La Junta at 7:40 after breakfast served on board and was reportedly standing the journey well.
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Rochester Hospital
la Junta
Colo
C. W. Post
Battle Creek
Mich
Kansas City
Post
Rochester
Minn
Coal man accused of squandering funds in suit
Four Fort Smith coal companies file equity suit in Kansas City charging Charles S. Keith, president of the Southwestern Interstate Coal Operators association, with failure to account for not less than $40,000 of the funds. The action names the association and its officers as defendants.
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Kanasas City
Southwestern Interstate
Our Operators’ Association
Charles S. Keith
Fort Smith, Ark
Bache
Denman Biterests
Famous Old Painting Recovered in Maryland
Washington dispatch reports Charles Mart of Philadelphia announced the recovery of The Last Supper by Gustavus Hemilius, claimed to be the first American painting, in Frederick Maryland. Mart vouched for authenticity and said the work is well preserved, having been in the possession of Mrs. John Usassoway of Frederick.
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Washington
Charles Mart
Arterlife
Philadelphia
San Frederick
Gustavus Hemilius
Hart
John Usassoway
Frederick
Midnight revelry ends as New York eateries close early
Police under Commissioner McKay act on market ordinances to enforce an early closing rule on Broadway and across streets. Mayor Mitchell had said he did not order enforcement. Proprietors urged guests to depart minutes before closing. police reported no interference. The Market restaurant district saw its first dry scene of the current administration.
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New York
Moreha
Broad Way
Crosa
Brazilian Rebels Threaten Rio Janeiro Amid Disorder
Telegraphers report a state of siege proclaimed in Rio Janeiro as rebels advance toward the capital. Fighting has broken out in Pernambuco Ceara and Para with racial tensions cited as causes and business largely suspended in several states.
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Buenos Ayres
Alege
Rio Janerto
Bravil
Baail
Pernambuco
Ceara
Para
Rio Taneiro
Cenra
Pare
New York Coffee Exchange Uninformed of Rio Outbreak
New York March 6 No members of the New York coffee exchange had received direct information this forenoon about the reported outbreak at Rio Janeiro. Coffee receipts were normal and exchange business remained unchanged. Hermann Sielcken of Crossman Sielcken said a Rio Janeiro cable gave no indication of trouble.
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New York
New York Coffee Exchange
Rio Janeiro
Hermann Sielcken
Crossman & Silelcken Coffee
Washington
Brazil unrest prompts embassy briefing in Washington
Senor De Gama, Brazil’s ambassador, received a dispatch urging calm among officials in the United States amid reports of a siege in Rio de Janeiro and uprisings in Pernambuco Ceara and other northern states. State department officials noted no confirmed clashes in the provinces and no new disturbances.
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Washington
Senor de Gama
Brazil
Rio Janeiro
Rio
Pura
Pernambuco
Ceara
State Department
London Confirms Siege in Rio de Janeiro
London reports confirmation that a state of siege has been proclaimed in Rio de Janeiro state. Martial law is in effect in Nictheroy five miles east of the capital and in Petropolis, the state capital.
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London
Brazil
Rilo Janeiro
Nictheroy
Petropolis
Rio Janeiro
Austrian Parliament Riots Halt Session Again
Vienna reports the lower house of parliament reassembled after a January suspension but faced another abrupt halt as opposition members caused tumult. The Czech deputies object to government policy on German Czech issues in Bohemia, accusing favoritism toward Germany.
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Vienna
Bohemia
Measles Sickens Phillips-Exeter Academy Students
Eight Phillips Exeter Academy students are confined to the infirmary with measles after attending events in Moston yesterday. Among those ill is Richard Cleveland, son of the late president.
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Exeter
N. H
Phillips-Exter Academy
Moston
Richard Cleveland
Murder Charge in Disappearance of Jessie Branton
Miss Jessie Branton who came from Gary Indiana is missing and believed murdered. Mose Endicott is jailed on a murder charge after being seen with her and failing to explain her disappearance. Endicott says they went to a house boat but cannot date her departure. The river is being dragged for her body.
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Cairo
March
Jessie Branton
Gary
Ind
Mose Emilicott
Endicott
Yeaterday
Divorce Case Sparks Trousers Testimony in Court
In a divorce hearing Judge Brennan grants a divorce after Catherine llorton testifies her husband was unfaithful. The record describes the defendant's trousers as black silk with buttoned cuffs reaching her shoes.
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Catherine Llorton
Brennan
Mafia secrets exposed in confession from death row inmate
Pietro Rebbel, awaiting execution at Bing Bing prison, says a 6 hijack gang attacked workers on John D. Rockefeller estate at Poennticn Hill and confessed to murders including Tony Marre at White Plains. He claims Black Hand links and Mafia involvement in county killings. Police expect several arrests after the confession.
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New York, Md
John D. Rockefeller
Poennticn Hille
Pietro Rebbel
Bing Bing
Rebace
Tony Marre
White Plains
Bryan to Visit South America for Pan-Americas
Washington reports that plans for Secretary Bryan's July departure to South America are under consideration by the Pan-American Union and the State Department. He will tour west coast nations, attend the Pan-Americas conference, and visit Argentina Uruguay and Brazil before returning via the east coast.
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Washington
Bryan
South America
Pan-American Unionn
State Department
Man-American Union
Suarez
Chile
Wilsom
Viekting
Argentina
Uruguay
Brazil
Chinese Suspected in Slaughter of Esther Crotzer
After weeks of searching for Esther Crotzer, her mutilated remains were found in Trappers Slough near Holt. A Chinese man she was last seen with in Stockton is suspected as the killer. a Holt barber named Hlond was arrested. The body parts were found in four sacks and belongings including a ring, bracelet, and 60-cent piece were noted.
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Stockton
Col
Esther Crotzer
Slough
Holt
Here
Grass Valley
Hlond
Kansas scheme to interest young folks in contests
Kansas State Agricultural College launched a drive to enlist 20 000 Kansas boys and girls in agricultural and home making contests for the year. Miss Emma Skinner will tour towns to promote gardening baking canning sewing and rural improvement contests to boost farm life.
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Manhattan
Kan
Kansas
Kansas State Agricultural College
Emma Skinner
Urges state aid for children of widowed mothers
New York based state commission on relief for widowed mothers calls for government help for widowed mothers with dependent children and promises a plan ready for legislative review by March 16. The commission notes over 6,000 New York City children live in poverty due to widowhood and that the city spends 2.50 to 3 dollars weekly per child for care.
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New York
Ice makers discuss worries at Western convention
Kansas City on March 6 hosts the sixteenth annual Western Ice Manufacturers' association convention. Delegates from Oklahoma New Mexico Arkansas Iowa Nebraska Colorado Missouri and Kansas attend three days of sessions on how to freeze and how to provide the public with ice.
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Kansas City
Western Ice Manufactures’ Association
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Arkansas
Iowa
Nebraska
Colorado
Missouri
Kansas
Four Prima Donnas Victims of Weather
New York reports that four opera primadonnas Madame el Maury Gordon Emmy Destinn Madame Matzenauer are on the sick list after a stormy entrance of Moreh. Melba is prostrated by laryngitis in Springfield and has cancelled all American engagements. Mary Garden is also affected but hopes to rejoin the Philadelphia Chicago company on the Western tour by week’s end. Destinn and Matsenauer have temporary cancellations due to illness.
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New York
Madame el Maury Gordon
Emmy Destinn
Madame Matzenauer
Moreh
Madame Melba
Sport writer known as Hot Spur dies in Buffalo
Edward H. McBride 42, a prominent sport writer in Buffalo, New York, died today after an operation for a throat ailment. He was widely known in sporting circles under the pen name Hot Spur.
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Buffalo
Edward H. McBride
Buffum Murder Appeal Stays Execution in Auburn Case
Patrick Collins filed a notice of appeal for Mrs. Cynthia Buffum, convicted of murdering her husband in Little Valley New York, with the appeal automatically staying her execution in the electric chair at Auburn prison next month.
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Buffum
Little Valley
Patrick
Collins
Mra
Cynthia Buffum
Dhe Im
Electrc
Auburn Prison
Clerk Foils Robbers in St Louis Jewelry Store
Clerk William Koetter of Frank H. Neihaus saved diamonds valued at 15000 after thieves struck the store. The robbers damaged glass and disabled the alarm and fled, leaving the loot behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
William Koetter
Frank H. Neihaus
Bank Suspect Held After State Banking Laws Violation
Mandan, NS report indicates a pane of the Mandan bank was closed and a suspect, Sivwilnon, detained by State Marines for alleged violations of state banking laws. Police say a review of the bank’s ledgers is ongoing.
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Mandan
Moreh T
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