Indiana University track coach linked to fatal hammer accident
R D Led ge of the University of Incheng at Bloomington was accidentally struck in the head by a 12 inch hammer thrown by J R Horne coach of the University of Indiana. Led ge died an hour later as Paine reacted with grief and confusion over the incident at Bloomington.
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Louisville
Merck
R. D. Ledge
Incheng
Bloomington
J. R Horne
University of Indiana
Lachridg
Horne
Lachridge
Lechridze
Lodge
Paine
Kvief
Flower Medium Frau Anna Rothe Is Sentenced in Berlin
Berlin March 20 Frau Anna Rothe known as the Flower Medium was sentenced to 1018 months in prison after a trial that featured 70 defense witnesses. Prominent figures like Baroness von Moltke and Geo. Aulzer testified to the illusions of her seances and the rose showers that allegedly fell from the ceiling. Damaging the credibility of the chain of events, detectives recovered about 150 roses from Rothe’s clothes at arrest. The article also notes political moves against Jesuit presence in Germany and a planned international scenic desedation conference to be held in Strasbourg July 24-28.
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Berlin
Freu Anna Rothe
Stoecser
Fray Rothe
Baroness von Moltke
Geo. Aulzer
Supreme Court of Switzerland
Bimself
Narrowey
Frau Roche
Jesus
Germany
Reichstag
von Buelow
Strasberg
Missing pouches recovered after Wabash robbery
Springfield EF reports two pouches from the Wabash train found near the track junction of Waepasa and Chicago and Alton. A robber aimed to steal cash but drafts checks and money orders were not taken. a robbery investigation will continue with inspectors examining the scene next Tuesday.
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Springfield
Chicago
Alton
Jelier
Ice Spectors
Forfeiture doctrine in Lansing suit over life policy
The Forresters sue over a $1000 life policy held by Richard Hobbs and Christian Arieunt. Proofs sent to the supreme court show the widow’s claim was contested after Hobbs allegedly refused medical aid the day before death. The policy’s forfeiture clause, which withdraws benefits if medical aid is refused, is central to the dispute.
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Lansing
Hichard
Christan Arieunt
Supreme Court of Forrester
Eclaipy
Isu
Forresters
Witness in Burdick murder case described in gunshop sighting
A Buffalo witness says he was in a local gunshop around the Burdick murder time and bought four revolvers. Authorities examine door jam spots at the Burdick house for possible blood evidence.
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Buffalo
Burdick
Welief
German Officials Skeptical Of Dewey Interview Sparks Comment
Berlin reports officials doubt the Newark column quoting Admiral Dewey. They warn misquotation could strain U S relations and note Germany’s lack of West Indies interests. Washington says Dewey explained to President to avoid offense and offered no further comment.
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Berlin
Foreign Office
Dewey
Newark
M. J
Germany
Prince Henry
United States
Washington
West Indian
West Indies
England
Vossiche Zeitung
Admiral Dewey
Coghlan
New York
Manila
Helo
McKinler
Generil
Tageblatt
Spain
St Thomas
Bermuda
Newport News
Kansas City Editor Resigns Over Secret Bill Supposition
L Fage, a Kansas City newspaper man and former executive committee member of the Missouri Democratic Press Association, refused to explain how he possessed a 60 cent bill after testifying before the house committees and a Jefferson City grand jury. He resigned his membership in the association rather than disclose details.
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Kansas City
L. Fage
House of Representatives
Jefferson City
Steamers Valve Blow Out Sparks New Year Incident
Fragmentary OCR reports a steamer named Celige arriving with damaged text describing a valve blowout under light pressure. It mentions actions by crew and names like Colebridge and Colebroahke, with garbled department references and unclear locations or outcomes.
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Celige
Liverpoo
Chief Railway Postal Man Appoints Shaffer Chief Clerk
L Shaffer of Aurora was named chief railway mail clerk in the sixth division covering Nebraska Wyoming and the Black Hills district. He will have a tenure of about sixty five years in the position and will supervise the new office.
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Peoria
West
Nebraska
Wyoming
Bong Me- Kola
L. Shaffer
Aurora
Rosebery’s Daughter Sybil Weds Lt. Grant in London
Kari Rosebery's eldest daughter Lady Sybil married Lieutenant General Sir Robert Grant's son in a quiet London ceremony. The wedding was a modest affair with limited public attendance and press coverage.
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Sybil
Lieutenant Grant
Generg
Robert Grant
London
Kari Rosebery
Iwenenam
Grant
Sun of
Liewenant
Textile mills suspend work as 17800 idle in Lowell strike
Seven cotton mills halt operations to support textile unions amid a dispute in Lowell Massachusetts. A second canvass shows strong union sympathy and 17800 operatives idled by noon. The shutdown may last weeks, with broader industry impact and potential financial aid from national labor groups.
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Lowell
Mass
Lebor
WV. 5
Southworth
Manufacturers’ Association
Conroy
Textile Council
Ranger
Filipino Leader San Miguel Killed in Mariquina Clash
The Filipino leader San Miguel was killed in Friday’s fight near Mariquina. His body was identified and delivered to relatives for burial. he was the last unrecovered insurgent. Insurgent bodies were given to relatives at Caloocan as wounded officers, including Lieutenant Reese, are expected to recover.
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Manila
Marco
San Miguel
Mariquina
Promimente
Mariquiana
Caloocan
Reese
Cours
Captain slain in riots amid Coreona election violence
The steam ship Princess Vattela arrived at Vittoria March 20. On March 6 at Coreona Captain Coendell of the Cousins Coal Co of Calli was murdered by rioters during a tense election. Miners struck and rioters fought, with both sides claiming partial victory. the American captain was killed on the beach as a Christian cruiser arrived to restore order.
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Vittoria
Illinois college men meet in Bloomington for unification plan
March 24 report notes presidents of Illinois colleges proposing an organization to promote education statewide. A R E Heronymous and H E Griffith will spearhead the plan and convene the first annual meeting next fall. The education measure in the legislature this week received consideration and support.
Desperate Battle in Bed Fore County Robbery
A violent confrontation between three robbers and residents ended with one robber dead and another wounded. The attackers were wounded by police and fled. officers and citizens were not injured. The suspect robber was identified after the exchange of many shots.
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Cilizama
Lorimer-Durboro Ballot Contest Adjourned by Judge Carter
In the Lorimer Durboro Ballot contest Judge Carter issued an order adjourning the station commissioners meeting until next verol date. The action aimed to halt ballots seizure as no notice of election or attorney for contempt of court was provided.
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Lorimer-Durboro
Hirago
Carter
Hota
Qorrt
Flood prompts massive damage and fear in Greenville
Floodwaters from a widening crevasse 400 yards across inundate Greenville and surrounding delta, submerging most of the city and threatening livestock losses. Rescue boats operate as engineers contemplate abandoning the breach, with 1,500 square miles underwater and conditions worsening.
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Mian
la Grange
Thin City
Entie
Vicksburg
Water breaks threaten widespread suffering near Vicksburg
Water from breaks at La Grange and Albemarle spreads toward Greenville. With many living hand to mouth, the area faces likely suffering and hardship as floods advance across the region.
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la Grange
Mise
Vicksburg
Albemarle
Here
Greenville
Rebels Have Able Leaders In Honduras Says Admiral
Admiral Coughlan reports from Washington that on the 25th Ceiba and other ports are in revolutionists hands and the coast in their control. Truxillo was attacked on the 20th and Panther sent to protect interests. Puerto Corfee fell on the 22d while the guard landed on the 24th but withdrew due to no disturbance. He believes American interests remain safe and notes San Pedro rebels are well organized under capable leaders.
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Washington, D. C
Coughlan
Honduras
Ceiba
Truxillo
Puerto Corfee
San Pedro
Tanners Seek 10 Percent Wage Rise and Nine Hour Day
Union tannery workers press for a 10 percent wage increase and a nine hour day, threatening to move Chicago leather firms to avoid concessions. Manufacturers claim Chicago tanners already earn the highest wages in the country and warn of market losses due to freight and cutting costs.
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Chicago
Trainmen's Grievances Sent to Railroad Officials
The trainmen of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad presented an ultimatum detailing grievances left unaddressed. President Hall conferred with J. P. Morgan in New York by long distance telephone, and a reply will be provided.
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New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Ew Haven, Conn
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company
Hall
J. P. Morgan
New York
Cuba Senate Ratifies Treaty With United States
Havana reports that the Cuban senate ratified the reciprocity treaty with the United States by a 12 to 15 vote after amendments. The action hinges on President Roosevelt calling an extra session of Congress before December 1. Secretary Hay welcomed the move and noted pending official notifications to exchange ratifications.
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Havana
United States Senate
Foreign Relations Committee
House
Languilly
Congress
United States
Boise
Wea
Washington Senate
Sanguilly
Cuba
Bustamente
Senate
Carle
Squires
Associated Press
Roosevelt
Hey
Washington
Hay
Squyres
Senate Committee
Empress to Leave Berlin for Bellevue Palace
Berlin reports the empress will depart the city for Bellevue palace on April 7 and may join the emperor on his Rome visit. The palace has received many inquiries about her condition, and it seems the emperor will not postpone the Denmark trip on March 34.
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Berlin
Bellevue Palace
Walle
Rome
Denmark
Lions Escape From Show In Pittsfield
Two lions escaped from a show in Pittsfield Massachusetts on March 30. One lion attacked a nearby horse, locked jaws in its neck, and resisted attendants with rifles and shotguns. The beast was eventually shot dead. The second lion was captured after a brief chase.
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Pittsfield
Mass
Rich hard coal mine found near Havre Montana
A rich anthracite coal mine was discovered about ten miles south of Havre Montana. The vein runs vertically, is four feet thick, and extends into a high mountain peak in the nearby range.
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Tribe
Havre, Mont
Michigan Co Ed Athletic Meet Crowns Sophomore Emily Stark
At the University of Michigan meet on March 8 Ann Arbor the sophomore team won with 7 points to 36 for freshmen. Emily Stark, Ann Arbor freshman, led with four wins including high jump and broad jump and set six new feats, declining a shot at the world high jump record. Blanche Bigart, Stanberry Missouri, took the 50 yard dash in 4.35 seconds, while freshmen won the relay. other events included distance throwing and accuracy throwing by Miss McNetreney Fort Huron and Miss Thompson Marine City.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
University of Michigan
Emily Stark
Mas MecNetreney
Fort Huron
Miss Thompson
Marine City
Misa Strattes
Anna Arbor
Duffy Wins 35 Yard Dash in Johns Hopkins Indoor Meet
Duffy of Georgetown University tied the world record by running 35 yards in four seconds at Johns Hopkins University indoor games. McNair of the Naval Academy matched the state mile handicap record with five minutes and 15 seconds.
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Duffy
Baltimore
Mareh
EB. Duffy
Georgetown University
Johns Hopkins University
McNair
Naval Academy
West Point Fencers Triumph in Intercollegiate Tourney
West Point fencers win the intercollegiate fencing tourney at the New York Athletic Club. From 45 bouts they win 35 while Columbia finishes second.
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West Point
New York
New York Athletic Club
Columbies
Yale Triumph Over Columbia In Wrestling Meet
Yale defeated Columbia in New Haven with two wins and a draw as a strong crowd attended the match.
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Yale
New Haven
Conn
Yale Columbia
Detroit Entries for Five Early Closing Trotting Events
Detroit March 30 entries listed for the Detroit driving dot grand circuit meeting in July. Merchants and manufacturers $19 000 trotting stake has 15 entries, Chamber of Commerce $5 000 pacing with 14 entries. Also 212 trotter events draw 19 entries, 32 000 299 pacers with 12 entries. For 217 pace $2 000 27 entries.
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Detroit
Chamber of Commerce
Cambridge Wins Ox ford Cambridge Field Sport Meet
London crowd sees Cambridge win majority of sight events at the annual Oxford Cambridge field sport held with royal presence including the Prince and Princess of Wales.
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Cambridge
London
Prince and Princess of Wales
Wireless Telegraphy Tests Across Cities Highlight Range
Chicago reports the first practical test of a new wireless plane linking Armour’s Union Stock Yards packing house with the Home Insurance building. Messages transmitted clearly with no breaks, plans to extend to the Armour plant in the West. In New York United States signal officer Dunwoody tests wireless links between Fort Worth Fort Hancock and Sandy Hook with rapid exchanges. Berlin reports German military wireless experiments along the Berlin Zossen railway line maintaining contact with moving trains and signal stations.
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Chicago
Armour Packing House
Union Stock Yards
Home Insurance
Armour
New York
Dunwosdy
United States
Fort Wadeworth
Staten Island
Fort Hancock
Sandy Hook
Germany
Berlin
Zossen
Captain of Tug Acquitted After Elba Disaster Trial
Alton March 3 After a five day trial the provincial court acquitted the captain and helmsman of the tug Hansa of manslaughter in the sinking of the Elba excursion steamer at Primus Point July 2 102 persons drowned
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Alton
Phaela
Hansa
Primus
Brewery Workers Strike in Mahoney City
Artled Brewery Workers, numbering 1096, go on strike in Mahoney City Pa refusing arbitration proposed by twelve breweries controlled by the anthracite brewer association.
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Mahoney City
Anthracite Brewer Association
Artled
Agree on wage schedule at Erie Railroad conference
In New York on March 30 officials of the Erie Railroad and its engineers reached a new wage schedule agreement in a conference. Details remain private, but both sides report satisfaction with the terms.
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Erie Railroad
New York
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