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Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1905

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Revised List of Casualties and Loss Before Mukden

The report argues there will be no large general action between Russian and Japanese fleets soon as Togo aims to harass and delay through torpedo strikes and cruiser interference. It notes repaired ships and a possible Vladivostok sortie, while disputing inflated casualty figures from earlier reports and stressing Russian resilience.

St. Petersburg Admiralty Russia Japan Togo Vladivostok Rojestvensky Razvelesik Gromoboi Bogatyr Rosestvensky Nebagotoff Zemstvoists Moscow Saratoff London England Formosa China Port Arthur Vladivastolk Gunshu Pass Manchuria Mukden Karkevitch

Oil Man McKee Dies by Suicide in Arlington Hotel

John E. McKee, a well known Findlay oil man, died at his Arlington hotel apartment by taking carbolic acid. A draft letter to his mother began with Dear Mother and all, but he lost consciousness before finishing. McKee was in poor health.

Findlay, O John E. McKee Arlington Hotel McKee

Quiet Restored In Hempstead After Prohibition Clashes

Hempstead Texas April 26 Martial law not declared but Texas rangers assumed charge after a deadly Prohibition clash in Walter County. Four men died, multiple wounded, including Representative John M Pinkney. Roland Brown arrested for shooting. Rangers remain to preserve order as tensions ease.

Texas Hempstead Herpstead Texas Rangers Hulen Roilan Brown Congressman Pinckney Thomas Pinckney Captain Brown John E. Mills Walter County Pinckneys Prohibition League Water County Iquor Sellers H. M. Brown

Attorney General Mayers Refers Brackett to Equitable Case

Albany April 26 Attorney General Julius N Mayer informs Senator Edgar T Brackett about a Saratoga resident Mary S Young petition seeking state consent to sue Equitable Life directors for funds wasted. Mayer says stockholders may sue to compel accounting if directors block action, but he will decide after all facts are reviewed. He warns Brackett he may proceed if patience runs out.

Equitable Albany N. Y Julius N. Mayer Edgar T. Brackett Later Mary S. Young Saratoga Equitable Life Assurance Society of America Senator Brackett Equitable Society Attorney General Equity

Trainmen Hurt in Wreck Near Corry Pa

A northbound freight train’s caboose jumped the rails 72 miles from Corry and rolled over. Three trainmen were badly injured including Conductor Dunn and Brakemen Powers and Condon. A second wreck nearby half an hour later delayed traffic for hours.

Corry Here Dunn Powers Condon

Vardaman Sets Sights on U S Senate Seat

Vicksburg Miss April 26 Governor Vardaman announces his candidacy for the United States senate should Senator Money retire.

Vardaman Vicksburg Miss United States Senate Senator Money

Nan Patterson Appears in Court in New Silk Dress

Crowds of women pack the courtroom and corridors as Nan Patterson returns to court after illness. A coroner physician revises his suicide opinion about Caesar Young's death, with testimony about powder on hands and the revolver. Witnesses recount West Broadway shooting scenes and a cab driver explains why he did not investigate.

New York Nan Patterson Criminal Court O'Hanton Young O'Hanlon Brown le Cu O'Banon Mir Levy Bai P Caeser Young Rand Jand O'Han Sweeney Miss Patterson West Broadway Frederick Michaels

Remains of Joseph Jefferson Arrive in Jacksonville

A special train bearing Joseph Jefferson's remains reached Jacksonville on April 26 and northern-bound connections were made with two private cars attached to an Atlantic Coast Line train. Attending the funeral party were Charles B. Jefferson Frank Jefferson Mrs Simons a relative and young Marlon Jefferson along with Kettle and household staff. In New York on April 20 the Page club arranged a memory service for Jefferson at the Church of the Transfiguration to be held next Sunday with expected attendance of the club members.

Jacksonville Fla Joseph Jefferson Atlantic Coast Line Charles B. Jefferson Frank Jefferson Simons Marlon Jefferson Car. Kettle New York Piage Club George C. Hougutgn Church of the Transfiguration

Decision Reverses Gap Ownership in Jennys Gap Fight

Charleston April 26 Deep Water Railroad, likely the Wabash, contends with Chesapeake and Ohio over Jennys Gap gateway from New River to Southern West Virginia coal fields. Supreme court reverses Raleigh county ruling, grants gap to Deep Water and awards damages to Deep Water.

Charleston W. Va Deep Water Railroad Company Wabash Chesapeake and Ohio Jennys Gap New River West Virginia Supreme Court Deep Water Company Raleigh County Deep Water

Boy Shot Down in Pittsburg Police Shoot Incident

In Pittsburg on April 20, 19 year old W. F. Lappe was shot and killed by Policeman Allom during a running clash with three companions on Second avenue and Market street. Lappe fled after police tried to arrest them for disorderly conduct and was shot when he did not stop.

Pitsburg F. Lappe Pulcenian A.jom Lappe Wilam Baker Aliom Baker Second Avenue Market Street Wood Street Chase Third Avenue Uliom First Avenue Toieemin Baker Allam Harry Meyers Meyers Homeopathic Hospital

Banks Reassured After Bigelow Defalcation Scare

Milwaukee banks return to normal after defalcation of Frank G. Bigelow, former First National Bank president and Milwaukee Trust director, totaling over 1.6 million dollars. Clearing House committee reviews assets and issues reassuring report. banks declare solvency and display statements publicly.

Frank G. Bigelow Milwaukee First National Bank Te Milwaukee Trust Company Mon- Wey Forge Nations Bank Trust Comepany Wisconsin East Water

Carnegie Gift Funding Buchtel College Science Hall

Akron April 26. Announcement of a $25,000 gift from Andrew Carnegie for a new science hall at Buchtel College was made by President A. B. Church at the spring term opening. The project is contingent on an additional $25,000 for equipment being raised.

Carnegie Akron Andrew Clarnegie Buchtel Colege A. B. Church

Forest City Stock Farm Sells in Warrensville Ohio

The Forest City stock farm at Warrensville Ohio founded by C F Emery over 23 years ago known for trotting horses has been sold to Ales Stambaugh and Andres of Youngstown Ohio. Details of price and full property transfer were not publicly disclosed. The sale includes more than 1000 acres and historic breeding facilities. The buyer plans to continue breeding high quality trotters and expand operations with new investments. Local officials noted the lengthy history and impact on the regional horse industry.

Cleveland Forest City Warrensville C. F. Emery Ales Stambaugh Andres Youngstown Jacin Des More Ivan

Battalion Chief Killed at Fire on East Side

A five alarm blaze on the East Side last night killed Acting Battalion Chief Wie’and. The fire gutted a block along Grand, Orchard and Allen streets, causing an estimated loss of $200,000. The report cites pride, nature and want of sense as the sources of conflict and calamity.

New York Teast Grand, Orchard Allen

Roosevelt bears chase in Colorado camp report

Glenwood Springs Colorado April 26 President Roosevelt hunting trip yields three bears two down but awaiting official word. Stewart from Colorado Springs with Courier Chapman relay details of the hunt and camp at West Pine Creek near New Castle. Snow depth are high and access limited. Bear steaks expected on menu.

Glenwood Springs Col Roosevelt Lie Silent Lambert Stewart Colorado Springs Chapman Redstone Coorady Hotel Colorado Yarlock Hoch New Castle Roosevelt J Brann Pinde Daiy

Whisky rivalry ends in family tragedy in West Virginia

Weston West Virginia April 26 A quarrel over whisky between brothers at Karn dale led to a tavern meeting at Bear Knoll where they obtained liquor and argued over elder brother Ernest Lewis. Morris Morrison reportedly shot Ernest, then wounded Lacy Lewis, and a fourth brother died from a blow.

Weston W. Va Karndale Murreon Lacy Lewis Bear Knoo Ernest Morrisun

National and American Games Summary in New York

National and American games results reported with partial scores. Cincinnati defeated, St Louis split with New York, Philadelphia edged, Brooklyn beat Boston. rain affected some outcomes.

New York Ubieawe Ou Cincinnati St Louis New Yorks Paradelphia Broonia Boston Phila St Lowes Detroit Washington Chicago Clevelan Beaton Philade Cleveland Weehington

Trial of James Eires in Breathill murder case in Lexington

In Lexington Kentucky Judge James Eires, on trial for complicity in the murder of James Cockrill in Breathill County, presents as defense witness Hargis the alleged chief conspirator. The crowded court explores birth, education, and motive as testimony unfolds amid sensational exchanges and denials by witnesses.

Lexington James Eires James Cockrill Breathill Jit Hargis Beng Cockrill Largis SeHoraidona Commonwealth Thomas Cockrill Thomas Cochril Benjamin Hargis Hargis Pharsas Cockrill Jones Cockrill Coethrii Kine Ford Haris Id Cackri Hares Cockrill Hale Harris Ford Sugis Harpgis Dames Brophy Dane Hayes Hal Eite Whcenor Wheenor Cockrill Wiss Oshart Theodo Henry Dun- Neen Thyiliees Argis Edward Pwoedot Reo Jackson

Funeral of Platt In Washington Attracts Prominent Men

Funeral services for United States Senator Orville H. Platt were held at the Congregational church in Washington Connecticut with about 1000 attendees. Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks led the congressional and legislative delegation along with Governor Henry Roberts. The service was brief and the casket was lowered at the open grave after a single prayer.

Washington, Conn United States Orville H. Platt Charles W. Fairbanks Roosevelt Henry Roberts Platt

Chicago Grain Market Holds Calm On May Wheat Absence

Chicago traders recorded comparative calm in the wheat market with the May wheat deal declared over and prices firm. Declining available stocks supported the close as Jay rose modestly. Corn and oats saw limited activity with July corn at 472 and oats at 257.

Chicago Jay

Pittsburg Markets April 25 Caustic Rural Prices Report

Market prices list for livestock and products in Pittsburg dated April 25. Includes calves veals hogs sheep lambs cows and butter cheese eggs and Timothy hay prices with ranges and quality notes.

Louis New York

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