Harrison Elected Chicago Mayor by Large Margin
Carter A. Harrison was elected Chicago mayor for the fourth time with an official majority over Graeme Stewart of about 6,000 votes. Total city results show Harrison 146,545 to Stewart 188,374 with other minor party totals. Republican gains included city clerk and attorney while Democrats swept treasurer and other posts.
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Graeme Stewart
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Stewart
Harrison
Haneey
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Admiral Schley Visited St. Paul for Commerical Club Event
Admiral Schley arrived in St. Paul from the West with a local reception committee. He was greeted by Governor Van Sant and Mayor Smith at the station, escorted to the hotel, and hosted by the Commercial Club for a reception. He planned to address Hamline College students and attend a capitol reception.
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Litchfield
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Editor Writes His Obituary in Berlin
Berlin news recalls H. E. Koebner editor of the National Zeitung who died of heart failure after surgery. Before the operation he penned an autobiographical sketch for use on his death, affirming faith in moderate liberalism and noting his aim to keep the press serious despite its sad condition.
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H. E. Koebner
Natonal Zeitung
Honduras Rebels Victors Capture Cholutera Town
Reports from Honduras say General Davila, ally of President-elect Bonilla, captured Cholutera, 68 miles south of Tegucigalpa, after five hours of battle, driving Sierra’s forces toward Nacome.
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Liquor Policy Drives Nebraska and Kansas Election Shifts
Across Nebraska communities like Fremont Blair David City and Neligh Republicans won in many towns while prohibition supporters carried Stanton York and several small towns. Kansas City Topeka and Wichita saw Democratic gains, and Wisconsin Minnesota and Missouri results reflect party-line voting with notable mayoral races and independents in Sedalia and East St. Louis.
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Tekamah
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Friend
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Lawrence
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Lamar
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Mexico
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Butler
Richmond
Excelsior Springs
Danish West Indies Sale Rejected By Officials
Mr Petersen and Mr Landrope of the Danish royal commission fail to propose improvements to aid islanders or justify retaining the islands. Prof Ehlers condemns St Thomas sanitation as scandalous and calls for large hospital funding, though funds are unlikely to be approved.
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Why Kaiser Visits Denmark Likely Alliance Move
Berlin reports say Emperor William sought to have Denmark join the triple alliance in case of war with the dual alliance. Editor Herr Kaus says he has authoritative information Denmark agreed to act with the triple alliance if needed. Newspapers publish denials of Denmark's army and a naval expert analyzes Danish ports to close the Baltic.
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Deutsche Warte
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Bloomington minister arrested on bigamy warrant
A warrant charging bigamy was sworn out against Rev. Frank Bayer, pastor of the Christian Church at Augusta. He is accused of having married Gertrude Dennis of Normal on Jan 9 and of previous marriages including Emma Greenwalt of Rockport, Ind.
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Bloomington
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Rockport
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Senate favors Garner bill on eight hour mine day
Harrisburg April 8 the senate recommitted to report favorably to the senate the Garner bill providing for an eight hour day for miners. The bill was amended to apply only to the mine region and not take effect until April 1 1096, the date the strike commission award expires.
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President Roosevelt Brought Indian Leaders to Fargo Visit
In North Dakota on April 8 President Roosevelt met with twenty chiefs from the Sion Mandan and Grosventre tribes in a private office with Governor White. John Grass presented a symbol of goodwill a carved peace pipe and urged continued friendship. Roosevelt expressed satisfaction with Western ties and greeted veterans before addressing a crowd at the capitol balcony.
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Will Inter Remains Here After Porter Funeral
Paris April 8 a decision was made that after the late Mrs Porter is given funeral rites at the church her body will lie in the church vault until removal for interment in America. A steady flow of callers gathered at the American embassy with many prominent social and official figures signing the registry. Miss Elsie Porter has arrived.
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Elam family feud turns deadly in Kentucky
In West Liberty Kentucky on April 8 Sam Trac killed Logan Elam and Sidney Elam, son of the murdered man, avenged his father by killing Trac on the White Fork of the Jobngan river. Young Elam surrendered and was jailed. The feud involved relatives and neighbors and arose from a family dispute.
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Ramsey's Daughter Dies in Egypt Typhoid
A cablegram from President Ramsey of the Wabash railway states his daughter Miss Anna died of typhoid fever in Cairo Egypt. Ramsey reached Cairo Monday and the remains will be brought to St Louis for interment.
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Tennessee Derby Won by Claude at Memphis Jockey Club
The Tennessee derby at one mile and an eighth was won by M. Daly's colt Claude in a canter by about six lengths. Farmer Jim finished second by two lengths with Rightful as the favorite at odds 1:58 1-2.
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Admiral Walker Sees 30000 Workers For Panama Canal
Washington reports Admiral Walker estimates 30,000 men will be needed when the United States begins work on the Panama Canal. Jamaica negroes presently do most construction work, with plans to recruit from the Southern states and West Indies as local supply falls short. Chinese and Japanese workers may be brought in as they are viewed as suitable for canal labor.
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Canal Commission
Wisconsin Judges Elected as Democrats Dominate Local Races
The Wisconsin judicial election passed quietly with Judge Robert G. Siebrecker winning a seat on the supreme bench amid broad support. Other judges including Silverthorn Goodland O Neill and O W were reelected. The constitution amendment to expand the supreme court appeared likely to pass. Municipal results showed gains for Democrats in La Crosse Madison Beloit and other cities with varied local outcomes.
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Can't Leave Mormon Church Presses Rule Revision
Kansas City April 8. The session of the Latter Day Saints discusses revising church rules to allow members in good standing to withdraw. Burlington Iowa members requested withdrawal but are high standing. withdrawal may risk postasy under current rules. Debate splits opinion. matter referred to a committee of high priests for report at the conference.
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Latter Pay Saints
Burlington
Iowa
Consul Sworn After Two-Year Gap Amid Pacific Island Chase
A U S Pacific coast federal judge recounts a consulship vacancy in the South Pacific. A nominee sails from San Francisco to take oath before a judge, faces elusive local magistrates, and learns the king fled to the brush. After two years the consul is sworn in and fully qualified.
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Wetting a Wheel Lesson from Chief Justice Marshall
A Virginia anecdote recounts Chief Justice John Marshall discovering a loose wheel. He tries soaking one wheel section, while a passing black man offers a simpler fix by turning the wheel to wet it all around. Marshall admits he never thought of that, noting some men have more sense than others.
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Virginia
Hyself
The Elephant Drama in Midnapur and Root Differences
A district chief in Bengal attempted to kill two elephants damaging crops. The wounded larger elephant died after a month while its devoted companion cared for it and fled as villagers retreated. The London Express notes the pair’s mournful cries and final separation. A separate note explains why trees differ in roots as oak and others seek different soil nutrients.
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Midnapur
Bengal
Baba Ganjan Tal Malla
London Express
Satirical Reward After Fatal Bleeding Case
A French surgeon received a mock reward for a fatal bloodletting mishap. The patient bled to death after a clumsy lancet use, and as she lay dying she left a will granting him 800 francs a year for life on one condition that he never bleed anyone again.
Frust Deals With Millions
New York reports show the first annual statement of the United Iron and Steel Corporation with net earnings for the year at 108.84 million after charges. The year’s business volume reached 560.51 million while total properties inventory stood at 104.38 million and salaries totaled 120.53 million. First quarter earnings were 24.66 million, down 1.62 million from the prior year.
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Lniles Stteel &, Corporation
United States Bleal Corporation
The Second Fiddle Exchange
A comic dialogue features Mr. Henpecque and the Count de Dieppe as they discuss music. The Count mispronounces titles while complimenting the family for their musical talents, revealing confusion over who actually plays second fiddle in the household.
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Meekins Wife Describes Blood as a Terror
A Kansas City Journal提ers a rumor about Mr Blood described as a brutal, domineering husband. His wife recalls her mother fears speaking in his presence and questions how he maintains control.
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To Say Nothing of Powder in Brooklyn Lite Exchange
A brief exchange contrasts gender roles with a humorous snip from the Brooklyn Light discussing women and men. The punchline notes a man posting a caution sign while questioning whether women would do the same.
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