Senate Dignity Dented by Pettus Comedy at Capitol
Washington reports merriment at the Capitol as Senator Pettus of Alabama, nearing eighty, delivered a humorous speech on the Puerto Rican bill. His sharp wit drew laughter from colleagues while he maintained a solemn, funerallike composure. The day also covered House war claims, with several measures referred to the court of claims and three bills passed, including compensation for Tennessee cotton destruction.
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Washington
Senate
Sen. Pettus
Alabama
Mr. Pettus
Gallinger
N. H
Beveridge
Moges
Proctor
Rep
Puerto Rico
Pettus
New Hamp Shire
Indiana
Depew
New York
Pugh
House
Cabe Company
Manila
Admiral Dewey
Court of Claims
Pennsylvania
Congress
George W. Lawrence
Wassac
Hiram Johnson
East Tennessee
Mathias Pederson
Spring Valley
Wis
Cox
Tenn
East
Tennessee
Washington House Amends Loud Bill on second-class mall matter
The House committee on post of fees and post roads approved an amended Loud Bill in Washington on March 20 and sent it back after re dedication due to objections. The revision removes contentious points especially language about country newspapers, aiming to resolve objections and move forward.
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Washington
House Committee On
House
Post Office Appropriation Bill Set at 115 Million
Washington March 90 The House committee on post offices and post roads has agreed on a bill carrying about 115 million dollars. The largest item covers railway mail service at 93.87 million, with rural free delivery at 1.75 million and tube service at 725 thousand, the latter up 500 thousand at the department’s request. The fast mail subsidy to New York and other points to the South and on the Santa Fe line remains as before.
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Washington
Post Office
House Committee On Post Offices
Post Office Department
New York
Santa Fe
Prohibition Bill Draws Delegation from Major Cities
A large delegation from New York and Philadelphia appeared before the House merchant marine affairs committee in support of Congressman Gillette way to prohibit intoxicating liquors in Puerto Rico. The March hearing focused on the bill introduced by Mr Gillette to ban alcohol.
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Gillette
Puerto Rico
Washington
New York
Philadelphia
Mneular Affairs Committee of
The
House Today
Mase
Notice on Wood Types and Sales Availability
Notice explains wood sourcing from Lowell box and Georgia country for pine and spruce. States spruce bundles equal two pine bundles for fuel and offers 5.08 loads of slate or kindlings. Mentions orders by mail or telephone and contact at Gorham near Maliread Bridge.
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Lowell
Jevereen
Gorham
Weer
Maliread Bridge
Prohibition Argument Discussed Across Territories
The article notes arguments that importation into, sale or manufacture of intoxicating liquors in Puerto Rico, Hawaii and the Philippines worsened after American arrival. It cites a rise in liquor sales, increasing drunkenness and related evils, contending that complete prohibition is the only possible remedy.
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Puerto Rico
Hawaii
Philippines
Cabinet Discusses Philippine Commission Instructions
Washington cabinet session focused on instructions to the new Philippine commission. It is expected the civil government, via the commission, will outrank the military in non military matters. Secretary Gage reported a revenue surplus since July 1, 1899 of about 53 million dollars, likely rising to over 60 million by June this year and suggested tax rates could be cut.
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Washington
Philippine Commission
Phiippies
Gage
Tme
Ex President Cleveland backs Hay-Pauncefote treaty
In Princeton on March 30 former President Grover Cleveland voiced strong support for ratifying the Hay-Pauncefote treaty and neutralizing the Nicaragua canal. He dismissed reports he would back Bryan, saying he has given no indication of his stance in the coming campaign.
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Princeton
N. J
Grover Cleveland
Nicaragua
United States
William J. Bryan
Cleveland
Death by Own Action Supposed Escape for W S Taylor
Louisville Ky March 30 There is only one way for W S Taylor to escape hanging that is by committing death by own action Detective Dee Armstrong who has worked since the hour William Goebel was shot says his work is done until subpoenaed to testify or to go before the Franklin county grand jury The evidence is in the hands of Commonwealth attorneys The next step is up to them Taylor's arrest may occur in two or three days before the jury meets next week
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Louisville
W. S. Taylor
Dee Armstrong
William Goebel
Franklin County Grand
The
Commonwealth
Armstrong
Taylor
Hurst Hanged in Glendive Sheriff Murder Case
Jos C Hurst was executed in the jail yard for the murder of Sheriff Dominick Cavanaugh. He proclaimed his innocence on the scaffold as onlookers awaited news and potential reprieve amid fears of lynching. Cavanaugh, a Democrat, defeated Hurst, a Republican, for sheriff in 1898.
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Glendive
Mont
Jos
Cavanaugh
Hurst
Reynolds Held For Grand Jury In Red Botch Family Killings
Fred Reynolds, accused of killing three family members at Red Botch, was held for the grand jury after a preliminary hearing before Judge Fowler in Calais Maine. The state aimed to show reasonable belief of guilt. defense, led by Gen. B. B. Murray, suggested insanity, with Reynolds committed to Machias jail without bail for the grand jury before the April term.
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Calais
Fred Reynolds
Red Botch
Fowler
Campbell
Cherryfield
Reynold
B. B. Murray
Dallas
Reynolds
Machias
Hosea B. Carter Dies. Noted New Hampshire Official
East Hampstead special says Hosea B. Carter former chief of the state labor bureau and author of the state blue book and a Hampstead town and city atlas died in the morning after a long illness. He was born September 5, 1801 in Hampstead.
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Manchester
N. H
East Hampstead
Hosea B. Carter
State Labor Bureau
Hampstead
Ile
New Hampshire
Truth Case Linked to Hartford Visit by Postal Inspector
United States Post Office Inspector James Bulman arrived in Hartford from New York to gather evidence for the Yrancia Truth case. Truth, formerly located in the city, was recently arrested in Boston on a charge of violating U.S. postal laws.
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Hartford
Conn
United States Post Office
James Bulman
New York
Yrancia Truth
Boston
United States
Truth
Alder man Charles Joy fatally shot by wife in Leadville
Leadville reports a fatal shooting as Charles Joy was shot by his wife early today. Mrs Joy says Joy was intoxicated and about to fire at her when she fired first, ending the threat.
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Leadville, Co
Charles Joy
Joy
McClure a Rutland Music Dealer Arrested in Bank Embezzlement Case
Marvin A. McClure of Rutland Vermont is jailed on embezzlement and grand larceny charges tied to the Merchants National Bank disaster. He was arrested at his Church street home by U S Marshal J M Stoddard and Deputy Whitaker, based on a complaint by bank president Dr John A Mead.
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Rutland
Marvin A. McClure
Merchants National Bank
C. W. Massey
McClure
Church Street
U. S
J. M. Stoddard
Whitaker
John A. Mead
Merchants’ National Bank
E. L. Waterman
Brattleboro
U. S. Dist.Atty. Martin
James A. Merrill
D. D. Muir
Merchants’ Bank
Arrest of McClure Sparks Rutland Chase After Defalcation Clue
Judge Waterman and officials arrived in Rutland on the 9 10 train. McClure arrest warrants were issued as deputies advanced toward church street. U S Commissioner Johnson from Burlington expected to arrive. Authorities learned Massey’s February defalcations total about 48000, while McClure says deposits in notes exceeded findings.
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Waterman
Brattleboro
Bardwell House
Rice
Stoddard
Muir
Merrill
Mead
Whitaker
Church Street
McClure
U. S
Johnson
Burlington
Ruhlin Beats Kenney In Sixth Round Slugfest
In Hartford at the Coliseum Gus Ruhlin defeated Yank Kenney in six rounds in a slow slugging contest. Kenney dropped in the third round and again in the sixth from a body blow, rising after the tenth count. Referee was W L Crowley. attendance 200. Regan and Haugh drew in twelve rounds.
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Hartford
Conn
Gus Ruhlin
Yank Kenney
Coliseum
Ruhlin
Kenney
Sharkey
Jeffries
W. L. Crowley
Johnny Regan
Maxy Haugh
Walcott Beats Walsh in Twenty Round Bout
New York reports Walcott defeated Walsh in the 20th round of their boxing match held March 30. The bout concluded with Walcott taking victory after a hard-fought contest.
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Walcott
Walsh
New York
Walcott-Walsh
Major Taylor Smashes Trainer Mile Record in Hartford
Major Taylor rode a mile in 46 3-5 seconds on a home trainer in a Hartford bicycle dealer window before about 1500 spectators, breaking C. M. Murphy’s 53 second mark in an exhibition.
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Major Taylor
Hartford
Conn
C. M. Murphy
Yale Freshman Eight Names Temporary Captain
Captain Fred Allen of Yale varsity crew announced Reeve Schley as temporary captain of the freshman eight. A permanent choice will be made just before the race with Harvard freshmen. Schley resides in New York City.
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New Haven
Conn
Fred Allen
Yale
Reeve Schley
Harvard
Captain Schley
New York City
Oxford Triumphs In Inter University Athletics Meet
The inter university field games at Queen's Club saw Oxford win six events to Cambridge's four. Highlights include a dead heat for 100 yards by Oxford's Thomas and Hollings, Cambridge's Graham in the half mile, and Oxford athletes Greenshields Kelly May Henderson among the top performers.
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London
Queen's Club
Thomas and Hollings
Oxford
Graham
Cambridge
Greenshields
Kelly
Paget-Tomlinson
Cockshott
Hollins
Henderson
Workman
Flaherty challenges Erne for lightweight title fight
New York reports Martin Flaherty has challenged champion Frank Erne. Flaherty’s manager Charles Harvey deposited 508 with the Journal as a good faith gesture. He vows to weigh 126 pounds at ringside and accepts 133 pounds, urging Erne to answer yes or no.
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New York
New York Evening Journal
Martin Flaherty
Frank Erne
Flaherty
Charles Harvey
Erne
Hobby Smith
Joe Gans
Erie
Pain-Balm for Rheumatism and Wounds Promoted
If troubled with rheumatism give Chamberlains Pain Balm a trial It will not cost you 1 cent if it does no good One application will relieve the pain It also cures sprains and bruises in one third the time required by any other treatment Cuts burns bites itching pains in the side and chest glandular and other swellings are quickly cured by applying it Every bottle warranted Price 25 and 50 cents For sale by all druggists
Asheville and Biltmore: Great Winter Recreation Destination
Asheville and Biltmore emerge as northern escapes, with forests and hills framing a wealth resort. The piece highlights 125000 acres of Biltmore, 40 miles of driveways, a thriving estate economy, gem-filled shops, diverse amusements, and healthy lines of life including golf, horseback riding, and mountain climbs, all amid a growing village atmosphere surrounding a modern, cultured South.
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Asheville
M. P
Congress
Appalachian National Park
Yellowstone
New York
Madison Square
Touy Asheville
Golden
Col
Broadway
North Carolina
Mount Mitchell
Siberia
Biltmore
Vanderbilt
Universalist
Alaska farming shown to have great potential for growth
A congressional printed survey reports Alaska has latent agri cultural capacity that could sustain a large population. Experiments at Sitka and Kenai show 11 spring wheat varieties and many grains mature well, with clover, vetches, and other forages thriving. Livestock trials at Kodiak indicate promising stock industry prospects.
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Congress
Secretary of Agriculture
Alaska
Sweden
Russia
Cc. C Georgeson
Washington
Sitka
Mai
Kenel Peninsula
Kenhi
Alaska Commercial Company
Kadiak
Aevajlanmeet
Ube
Favorite Prescription Promises Happy Mothers and Healthy Babies
A testimonial filled advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a woman’s medicine that strengthens maternity organs, relieves nervousness and nausea, promotes appetite and sleep, and aids nursing mothers. It claims safety, no alcohol or narcotics, and urges sick women to consult Dr. Pierce by letter.
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Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y
Alaska farm report notes successful animal husbandry in Kadlak area
A long standing Alaska experiment reports cattle sheep and Angora goats thrive on island pastures near Kadlak without shelter. Herds grow annually with strong mohair and wool yields. Land for agricultural experiments is set at Sitka Kadak and Cook Inlet with Sitka as headquarters. Research focuses on small grains vegetables fruits and livestock improvement. No gains without pains.
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Kadlak
Alaska
Sitka
Kadiak
Cook Inlet
Kenal
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