Smithsonian official admits guilt in long embezzlement case
W Hank W. Karr a disbursing clerk at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington has been arrested for embezzlement. The shortage is estimated between 345,000 and 50,000 with a potential loss to the institution under 1,500. Police report the alleged theft spans more than fifteen years, traced to sale of valuable papers entrusted to the trustees.
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Bank Wrecked by Dynamite in Paris Illinois
The Edgar County National Bank on the north side of the public square in Paris Illinois was wrecked by dynamite at 4 oclock Thursday morning. The blast also destroyed Bradshaw jewelry store and Wetzel shoe store nearby. vault damaged, safe overturned but funds intact. Bookkeeper Juntgen reportedly injured with a broken arm from a brick.
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Mutiny In The Battle Of The Sea From St Petersburg Dispatch
A St Petersburg dispatch reports alleged mutiny aboard Admiral Nebogatoff's squadron during the battle with Japan. It claims officers were cast overboard or confined to cabins and that wounded sailors were tossed into the sea or lashed to masts to avoid hindering combat. Numbers cited include 300 wounded and 140 thrown overboard.
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Refuge at Manila as Russian Admiral Arrives with Vessels
Rear Admiral Bagulat sought shelter in Manila harbor at 9 oclock Saturday with three protected cruisers the Aurora the Oleg and the Jemtchug all escaping from Japan and fleeing through fog after engaging in Korean waters.
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Togo's flagship bore brunt in Sea of Japan battle
The article lists Japanese losses in the Sea of Japan clash: 123 killed and 424 wounded. Revised totals show fewer casualties than initial estimates, with the flagship Mikasa among the heaviest losses and destroyers sustaining eighty seven casualties. Commander Togo was wounded aboard the Adruma during the action.
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Imperial rulers amid meals and gifts in royal households
The Emperor of Germany dines with his family including young children. Emperor Franz Josef of Austria donated 5000 for a Mozart monument in Salzburg. The czar's children show appreciation for their noble status as Grand Duchess Olga speaks on royal matters.
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Battle damaged vessels reach Manta and Manila action
Vessels suffered damage and carried many wounded to Manta under care of American authorities. The Roselan ships met Rear Admiral Tralo outside Corregidor with the flagship Ohio and ships Wisconsin Oregon Ylateigh and Cincinnati. The Aurora saluted the American commander and the Oljo answered. American squadron escorted Ituaslan vessels to Manila. Admirer Enquist denied repair at Manila as damage not due to sea or storm. vessels cannot be repaired until end of hostilities per Taft to Gov. Wright.
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Battle Threats and Peace Talks Echo Across Press View
A collage of editorials weighs the Russia Japan war and calls for peace, with praise for Japan’s naval victories and criticism of Russia’s conduct. Analysts foresee Japan rising as a dominant East Asian power while warning of broader global shifts and future revolutions, tempered by calls for civilized resolution.
His Hard Luck Diamonds in the Gutter Spark Grudge
Brown finds a three carat diamond in the gutter and tells Dave Fortune it is hard luck. Green asks for explanation as Brown mutters it is hard luck. The excerpt hints at a quarrel over luck and prize possession.
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Passenger Agent Praises Catlenra Remedies for Eczema
A Washington D C railroader Mr S D Wege says Catlenra remedies cured his chronic eczema after three years. He reports severe itching burning and staining. After one day with Cuticura Soap, Ointment and Pills the symptoms eased and he claims a complete cure.
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Lewis' Stogle Binder and a Lamp Wick Ad Hints
The fragment references political campaigning and a sales pitch in a small town shop, mentioning Lewis' Factory in Pe ono and a 1901 date. It advertises a lamp wick product and Piso's Cure for Consumption as immediate throat relief, with a dated promotional tone and promises of reliability.
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Trade Outlook Brightens Amid Harsh Weather and Strong Demand
Reports from the Board of Trade note continued high consumption and active manufacturing supported by steady prices. Spring farming advances and rising demand for necessities bolster confidence, while May cereal options wind down and cash deals stay limited by high prices. exports remain weak and livestock receipts fall short of earlier expectations.
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Wheat Prospects From May Department of Agriculture Report
The May report on winter wheat shows 29,723,000 acres planted, down 4.0 percent from the previous year but 16 percent above last year’s harvested area. Average condition is 62.5, near the ten year May mean of 63.7. Producers expect about 441,000,000 bushels, compared with last year’s 532,935,000.
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Department of Agriculture
Market Prices for Hogs Wheat and Cattle Across Cities
The report lists commodity quotes from Chicago Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee and New York for hogs cattle and sheep with prices for wheat corn oats butter eggs and pork. It shows bid ranges like hogs 4.00 to 5.42 and cattle steers 41.00 to 6.00 while grain notes include No 2 yellow corn around 79 to 90 cents and No 2 red wheat near 1.03 to 1.05 per bushel.
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