Battle at Magtaon Samars Rebels in Manila Press
A clash near Magtaon Samar between constabulary and Pulajanes ends with 30 Pulajanes killed and 16 constabulary dead or wounded. Governor Curry Judge Lobinger and Hoover were at Magtaon and later fled. Curry is missing while 300 constabulary pursue rebels.
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Curry
Samar
Itis
Magtaon
Constabulary
Pula- Janes
Jones
Lobinger
Hoover
Aguillar
Wholesale Killing Near Maysville Ends in Deaths
Former city marshal Jim Martin of Pauls Valley and his two sons faced federal jail after a fatal shootout near Maysville. Four men Mullen Bean Henderson Meeks drove across country, clashed with the Martins leaving Meeks Mullen and Bean dead and Henderson badly wounded. The Martins were uninjured.
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Maysville
Oklo
Jim Martin
Pauls Valley
Pursell
Okla
Martin
Mullen
Bean
Henderson
Meeks
Martins
West Virginia mine disaster deaths rise to 23 and inquiry begins
One more body recovered at Century mine in Philippi, bringing fatalities to 23 with another believed buried under slate. State Mine Inspector J. A. Paul and Coroner Chenoweth conduct exhaustive examinations as an inquest will follow once results are known. The blast is thought to be caused by a blown-out shot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Philippi
W. Va
Century
J. A. Paul
Chenoweth
Subcommittee Supports Colville Payment and Idaho Allotments
The senate sub-committee on Indian affairs unanimously backs the Ankeny amendment for a 1.5 million dollar appropriation to pay the Colville Indians. It also adopts the Heyburn bill granting 160 acre allotments to the Coeur d Alene Indians in Idaho and opening remaining lands to settlement.
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Senate
Colville
Not Guilty Insanity Verdict In Carlsbad Baby Case
Mrs. Mary E. Aikin confessed to burying her eight month old boy and was found not guilty of murder by the Carlsbad jury. The panel ruled her insane, and Judge W. H. Pope ordered commitment to the territorial asylum in Las Vegas.
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Mary E. Aikin
Carlsbad
New Mexico
W. H. Pope
Territorial Asylum
Las Vegas
Great Fire at Fayetteville Destroys 11 Buildings
A blaze starting in the Frank Thornton Dry Goods store in Fayetteville North Carolina consumed 11 buildings in the city center. Loss is estimated at 300000 dollars. No fatalities occurred though several people were injured.
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Frank Thornton Dry Goods Company
Fayetteville
N. C
Roumania's Royalty Travels to Lugano and Vienna
The king and queen begin a journey from Bucharest toward Lugano Switzerland with a planned stop in Vienna for medical consultation with a specialist.
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Roumania
Bucharest
Lugano
Switzerland
Charles
Vienna
Two London Grains Markets Mark Lane and Baltic Exchange
London maintains dual grain trading hubs Mark Lane for spot purchases and the Baltic Mercantile & Shipping Exchange for world cargo trades. The Corn Trade Association standardizes contracts and grades, while futures trading faded after America reduced exports, shifting benchmark to Argentine wheat.
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London
Mark Lane
Mark Lane Street
Baltic
Baltic Mercantile & Shipping Exchange
Corn Trade Association
America
Canada
Chicago Board of Trade
Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce
Liverpool
Dynamiters in New York Move to Halt Bliss Building
Charles Moran a bridgemen union member arrested with two others confessed to Assistant District Attorney Train. Moran implicated others and New York New Jersey branches of the union for funding destruction of Bliss building and other open shop projects. Guthrie had confessed earlier naming Moran Weir and delegates.
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Charles Moran
Bridgemen’s’ Union
Bliss
East Twenty-third Street
Post & McCord
Train
Moran
Thomas Weir
John Guthrie
Central Office
Guthrie
Weir
Cure Consumption by Color Theory in The Practitioner
The Practitioner in London reports experiments suggesting color aids consumption recovery. Light is favored for pulmonary sufferers, due to presumed bactericidal rays, implying consumptives should wear light penetrating white fabrics, with blue and violet as secondary choices.
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London
Spokane Fruit and Vegetable Growers' Association Formed
The Spokane area farmers have incorporated the Spo kane Fruit and Vegetable Growers' Association with capital stock of 4000 dollars. Seventeen prominent fruit and vegetable dealers and raisers from Spokane and nearby areas are listed as incorporators. The group aims to create a clearing house to aid farmers tributary to Spokane, replacing sole independent dealings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association
Spokane
Durum Wheat Proves Viable On Water-Scarce Lands
George M. Jenkins tested durum or macaroni wheat on his Ellensburg Washington land last year. He planted 50 pounds of seed during a dry season and, despite limited planting attention and no irrigation, harvested 23 bushels. He concludes durum wheat suits lands with scarce water.
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George M. Jenkins
Ellensburg
Wash
Mr. Jenkins
Peabody Likely to resign amid McCurdy lawsuit threat
The Mutual plans to sue McCurdy for over 3 million dollars and Peabody the current president is reported to resign in the face of mounting troubles.
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The
Mutual
McCurdy
Peabody
Heavy Rains Plague California River Valleys
Heavy rains continue in California with rivers and creeks running high across the San Joaquin Valley. Widespread saturation raises concerns for flooding and damage as water levels remain elevated.
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California
San Joaquin Valley
Lightning Kills Casson Iowa Pastor During Sermon
Rev J B Lentz of Casson Iowa was struck by lightning while preaching in a Latter Day Saints church. The bolt descended through a chandelier above him and he died within a half hour as the church caught fire but was saved. He leaves a widow and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Lentz
Latter Day Saints
Casson
Iowa
Lentz
Prudy Ford Drowns After False Theft Charge
Prudy Ford killed herself in Hartford Kentucky after being falsely accused of stealing from a roommate. The watch and clothing later found, along with $40, were recovered, revealing the accuser was responsible. A letter from Ford expresses innocence and anguish before her death.
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Prudy Ford
Hartford
Miss Ford
Prud
Three Generations Killed in Rail Crossing Tragedy
Seven members of the Neidig family from Hass crossing near Sunbury Pennsylvania were killed when their wagon was struck by an express train on the Philadelphia and Reading line. C W Neidig aged 63, Clarence 41, Silas 36, Mrs Clarence Neidig 30 and her children Mary 4 Blanche 6 Gilbert 2 died. The accident occurred as they were en route to a family reunion at C W Neidig’s home. The wagon was destroyed and bodies were scattered along the tracks.
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Philadelphia & Reading
Hass Crossing
Sunbury
C. W. Neidig
Clarence Neidig
Silas Neidig
Mary
Blanche
Gilbert
Augustaville
Ancient Jewish tribe found along Yellow River vicinity
The London Post reports Mr Bainbridge found a remote ancient Jewish colony 300 miles north of Hankow. The settlers had a synagogue and secret worship and claimed descent from Persian captives circa 700 B C along a transcontinental caravan route via Oxus. They used many Persian words.
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Bainbridge
The
London Post
Yellow River
Hankow
China
Oxus
Great Desert
Yellow Sea
Moroccan Conference Hints at Near Agreement
German and French delegates at the Algeciras conference say the outlook for Moroccan reforms is eminently hopeful. Both sides refused to make further statements. March 27.
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Algeciras
Associated Press
Joe Scott of Spokane Dies in Naples Italy
Joseph Scott a prominent Spokane ranch owner and financier, known as Joe Scott across the Pacific Northwest and friend of Theodore Roosevelt, died in the Hotel Bristol Naples Italy from acute heart disease. Mrs Scott and a nurse were with him. Spain’s bull fighting season lasts six to seven months each year with 2500 to 3500 bulls killed. District Attorney Jerome of New York pleads guilty to three offenses including candy eating and cooking strange dishes.
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Joseph Scott
Spokane
Pacific Northwest
Joe” Scott
Theodore Roosevelt
Washington
California
Nevada
Montana
Naples
Italy
Bristol
Scott
Scotts
New York
Spain
Jerome
CZAR IS FIRM IN SADDLE IN RUSSIA CRISIS
A high source says Russia faces no armed uprising now and the government is sure reform will be pursued. The conversation covered broad topics and suggested Parliament might provoke a crisis, though not the feared revolution. The government believes its life is not at stake but its reform course.
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Associated Press
Russia
Mining notes reveal Seattle firm takes over Alaska claims
The South Kendall Mining Co of Seattle is formed to acquire Nipper Silver Bow and Blue Jay claims near Kendall. George A. Pettibone, ex Western Federation of Labor leader, is jailed in Boise. William Haywood and Charles Moyer are jailed in Caldwell and Boise respectively. Solomon Mining Co reports a rich strike at Wonder Creek with pay from 8 feet and 90 feet drifted. Scotty Scott is arrested in San Francisco for assault with a deadly weapon linked to a mine escort incident. Conrad Consolidated Mines on Windy Arm near White Horse sell to William McKenzie for 5 million cash, a peak Alaska deal after earlier options of 160 thousand.
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South Kendall Mining Company
Seattle
Wash
Blue Jay
Kendall
James A. Moore
George A. Pettibone
Western Federation of Labor
Steunenberg
Boise
William D. Haywood
Canyon County
Caldwell
Charles H. Moyer
Nome
Wonder Creek
Solomon Mining Company
Walter Scott
Scotty
Death Valley
San Francisco
San Bernardino County
Scott
Conrad Consolidated
Windy Arm
White Horse
William McKenzie
Alaska
Humorous Rope of Hose Funds Hiram Fire Dept
A joke article reports Bowler and Millen halls residents donating 30 feet of hose to the Hiram fire department. A student fund drive drew mock generosity as coeds sent pairs of hoses hung on a clothes line with a playful inscription, prompting dormitory donors to be named.
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Hiram
Ohio
Bowler and
Millen Halls
Hiram Fire Department
Change Officials by Voter Petition in Seattle
Seattle municipal officials serve two year terms and can be removed by a petition signed by 25 percent of voters. Upon filing with the city comptroller the council must call a special election within 30 days to decide whether the official continues or is replaced.
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Seattle
Youngest Member of Congress Anthony Michalek
Anthony Michalek of Chicago at 28 becomes the youngest member of Congress representing the fifth district located west of the Chicago river. He is a Christian Jew of Bohemian parentage brought to the U S at three months old and educated in Chicago public schools. He is a bookkeeper who speaks multiple languages.
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Congress
Anthony Michalek
Chicago
United States
American Congress
John Alexander Dowie Returns to Chicago Health Improves
John Alexander Dowie of Chicago arrives home from Jamaica with a nurse. He is reported much improved in health and is resting after his journey.
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John Alexander Dowie
Chicago
Jamaica
World News Roundup Tallies Global Happenings
A weekly digest reports events from Canton to Philadelphia and Manila to Moscow. Highlights include the gunboat Callao sailing from Canton, manpower shifts after Russian mobilization, a Philadelphia mayoral death, a Chicago murder verdict, fires, floods, and a large halibut catch at Vancouver.
Wheat stocks rise at head of the lakes in Duluth
The Duluth wheat stock will increase about 800000 bushels this week to 20500000 on hand, up from 18750000 a year ago. By April 1 about 21000000 bushels are expected in store. Registration at Butte shows 7075 voters.
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Duluth
Lakes
Butte
Sporting Notes Roundup From Northwest Athletics
Charles Yost defeated Jack Curl in a 15 round bout at No 7 recently. Yakima Kid Krant and Willie slated to fight on April 6. Spokane forms two lacrosse leagues, Spokane baseball season opens Easter Sunday April 15. Papers for signatures sent to Young Corbett and Dick Hyland for Salt Lake bout. M Cure the French billiardist arrives for New York tourney starting April 9. Jimmie Wiggs with Detroit this year after strong Helena pennant run. Northwestern university trustees vote to abolish intercollegiate football for five years. Glen Tana Bounder sold to a California buyer. Dan Sullivan of Anaconda expected to join Athens Olympic team. Young Dixon loses to Kid Raymond in Leavenworth eighth round. University of Washington wins indoor track meet big score. Chicago court grants $10,000 to August Auerbach in baseball damages case. Rose Tennebaum, sister of Harry Tenny, hospitalised as paralytic after his death. Kid “William” Hulen missing from Ashland home. Cal Is and Stanford approve Rugby as substitute pending national game. Centurys win five man team bowling title. score 2794, one pin behind Chicago Gunthers’ prior record. San Francisco Police Judge dismisses manslaughter charges in Harry Tenny death case.
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Charles Yost
Jack Curl
Sap Yakima
Kid Krant
Willie
Spokane
W. H. Young
New York City
Jimmie Wiggs
Helena
Detroit
Northwestern University
Chicago
Glen Tana Bounder
T. H
University of Washington
University
Athletic Club
Seattle Y. M. C. A
Tacoma
Everett
August Auerbach
American League Baseball Club
Rose Tennebaum
Harry Tenny
Frankie Neil
Colma Athletic Club
San Francisco
William Hulen
Seattle
Ashland
Ore
University of California
Stanford, Jr., University
Centurys
American Bowling Congress
Louisville
Chicago Gunthers
Milwaukee
Cabanniss
Mark Shaughnessy
Spider Kelly
John Frayne
Timothy McGrath
Thos Burk
Billy Roche
Neil
Postmaster General Moves Against Illegal Medical Ad Firms
Washington orders target New York and Brooklyn postmasters to block mail for illegal medical companies and refuse deliveries to entities using fictitious names. The action parallels earlier moves in Boston and Philadelphia to enforce laws against these criminal outfits.
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Washington
New York
Brooklyn
Lyn
You
Boston
Philadelphia
Princely Gift To Pius From Mrs Mackay Help France Church
The article notes a substantial donation of 400000 dollars to Pope Pius presented by Mrs. John W. Mackay. The gift aims to aid the French church suffering financial distress after state aid was withdrawn.
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John W. Mackay
France
Fatal Saloon Fight in Aguilar Col Killers and Wounded
A deadly confrontation at a saloon in Aguilar Colorado left Samuel Vigil and Andrew Martinez dead and James Davis, F. M. Vigil, and the marshal wounded. Davis claims self defense after being attacked following the shooting. F. M. Vigil, Samuel Vigil's father, armed himself but was knocked unconscious by deputy Shelby.
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Aguilar
Col
Samuel Vigil
Andrew Martinez
James Davis
F. M. Vigil
Justice of Peace
Martinez
Davis
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Morocco
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Czar
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Callao
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Ohio Valley
Wisconsin
Manila
Shanghai
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Quay
Richard Ivens
Bessie Hollister
Lens
Fort Worth
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Constantinople
House Committee On Judiciary
Sibley
Philadelphia Rapid Transit Company
New England
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Annapolis Naval Academy
Standard Oil Company
Anne Arundel County
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Walter Petee
Banwell
Crown Bank
Toronto
Thos. M. Casey
Salmon Bank
Clinton
Taft
Senate Committee On Military
Palajanes
George Curry
General Wood
Mount Dajo
Vancouver
B. C
Christiania
State Council
Christopher Ravn
Brumel Horst
Havana
M. Lund
Mount Holly
N. J
George W. Small
Rufus Johnson
Florence Allison
Hugh Kirkman
Eighth Cavalry
Leavenworth
Horace Little
Philippine Scouts
Phoenix Powder Company
East St. Louis
John Nash
Edward Higginbotham
Glasgow
Moscow
Credit Mutual Bank
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