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Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1905

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Russian General Kuropatkin Returns to Command

Russian forces in Manchuria report Kuropatkin chosen to lead again in the army, while Linovitch remains as first army commander. Crowds at Harbin greet his departure southward with a vivid ovation as tensions rise across Russia amid peasant strikes and rising civil unrest.

St. Petersburg Mancauria Kuropatkin Linovitch Nicholas Eser Manchuria Harbin Tie Pass Rennenkampff Odessa Warsaw Moscow Jibau Caucasus Kieff Moscow Assembly of Zemstvos Bouligan Zemstvo Goodby Umeasy London Tokio Telegraph Liaoyang Canea Island of Crete Nebogatoff Suda Bay Port Said Aquiden Daily Mail Aden Jibatil

Bomb Thrown at Polish Patrol Wounds Six and Two

A bomb tossed from a Wolsk street house at 9 o’clock exploded among a patrol of police and infantry in Warsaw on March 22. Six soldiers and two policemen were dangerously wounded and taken to the military hospital. The assailant fled.

Warsaw Wolsk Street O'Cock

Venezuela and Netherlands face pressure over sailors and arbitration

In Willemstad on March 22 the Venezuelan government received a note from the American minister Bowen asking Venezuela to arbitrate pending questions. A refusal could prompt the United States to take steps to secure justice. The Dutch charge d affaires warned Holland will use coercive measures after failing to obtain the release of five Dutch sailors imprisoned in Venezuela for seven months.

Willemstad Island of Curacoa Bowen Venezuéla United States Charge D'Affaires Netherlands Holland Venezuea

Griscom Death by Own Action At Sea

Andrew M. Griscom of Philadelphia committed death by his own action March 19 by jumping overboard from the steamer Minnetonka off New York. The steamer halted a boat was lowered but he was not found. Griscom, son of W M Griscom of Bryn Mawr, disappeared weeks earlier amid elopement rumors denied by his mother. His father and sisters awaited the Minnetonka’s pier arrival as officials confirmed the tragedy.

New York Andrew M. Griscom Philadelphia Europe Minnetonka Griscom

Germany seeks reconciliation with France amid changed war status

London reports via the German embassy that Germany desires an understanding with France as the Russo Japanese war reshapes Europe. An embassy official says it is an opportune moment to bury vengeance and begin peace. Prince Henry’s planned visit to France to attend the automobile cup race marks the first Prussian princely dispatch since the war.

London the Chronicle Germany Frante Daily Chronicle Russia France Prince Henry

Emperor in Quandary Over Hungarian Demands

Vienna reports the Kossooth party executive urges obstruction of any cabinet not accepting the Hungarian language demand. A breach between crown and parliament is feared as rumors say a provisional cabinet may dissolve parliament and spark new general elections. Cincinnati notes Stanley Heaton of Latonia Ky. killed himself after brothers died by suicide in prior years.

Vienna Kossuth Cincinnati Stanley Heaton Latonia Covington Branch Hospital

Historic Building to Be Torn Down in Cincinnati

The old brick house on Eighth Street where Thomas Buchanan Read wrote Sheridan's Ride 46 years ago is slated for demolition to make way for a new building.

Cincinnati Eighth Street Thomas Buchanan Sheridan

Monongahela and Ohio Rivers Flood Impact Across Pittsburgh Region

Rapid rise of the Monongahela and Ohio rivers floods rail lines and towns from Pittsburg to Wheeling. Trains halted on multiple lines as water reaches dozen tracks. Wheeling reports 42 feet, with a second rise predicted to 45 feet. Parkersburg and surrounding areas see rising Ohio water and shutdowns.

Pittsburg Sixth Street Wheeling Baltimore and Ohio Pennsylvania Lake Erie Sawmill Run Becks Run Youghingheny Buffao Union Station W. Va Wheeling Island Wheelng Benwood Ohio Side Pittshbrrea Ohio River Cleveland Lorain West Virginia Weston Clarksburg Monongahel Fairmont Monongahela Beaver Ohio Welsville Georges Run Toronto Brillant Age Parkersburg Ramage Bis Here

Four hundred Miners Strike in Hoden War of Wages

In Logan West Virginia on March 22 workers at the Hoden mine join a strike over wages. The report notes unrest among miners as pay changes ripple through the workforce.

Logan, WooVa Hoden W “Nalomear

Great Question Debated by Chamber on Church State Split

The chamber of lgpnties opened a debate on government separation of church and state with discussion of proposed measures. Officials and attendees weighed implications as March dates loom.

Pans Chamber of Lgpnties

Hargis Stops Inquiry In Cockrill Murder Case

Lexington report says during a Breathitt county grand jury probe into Cockrill’s murder foreman A C Bowman testified Riley Coldiron gave sensational testimony against Wil Britton when Alexander Hargis rushed in to adjourn the jury. Bowman said the case was dropped due to fear of Hargis. Mrs Sarah Patrick testified at Jackson that Alexander Hargis said it was a goon shot and he would defend the man who did it.

Lexington the Hargises Edward Calahan Cockrill A. C. Bowman Breathitt County Grand Jury Wil Britton Riley Coldiron Britton Alexander Hargis Coldiron Bowman Hargis Sarah Patrick Jackson Corkrill Alexander Harevis Patrick

Supreme Court Reveres Valentine Anti Trust Law

The Ohio Supreme Court held the criminal section of the Valentine anti trust law unconstitutional reversing the Delaware county circuit court. The Delaware Coal Dealers association head Perley W. Gage was charged with forming a restraint of trade. he pleaded guilty and the case moved from common pleas to circuit court which ruled the criminal section unconstitutional. The prosecutors appealed to the high court which affirmed the reversal.

Columbus Supreme Court Circuit Court Delaware County Perley W. Gage Delaware Coal Dealers’ Association Common Pleas Court Gage Auorney

Limited Train Ditching Near Homestead Damages Cars

Des Moines reports the wreck of the Rock Jekind Mountain Limited near Homestead Ta caused by vandals removing spikes and rails. Six injured, none fatally. Engine and four cars plunged down a steep embankment. mail car destroyed. buffet car toppled. two sleepers damaged.

Des Moines Homestead Woudoe

Remains of Mrs. Jane L. Stanford Arrive in San Francisco

The body of Mrs. Jane Lathrop Stanford arrived aboard the Alameda from Honolulu. Accompanying her were Bertha Berner and Mas Hunt, her secretary and maid. The casket was moved to a hearse then to a Southern Pacific depot to board a funeral train to Palo Alto for services at the university memorial chapel on Friday.

San Francisco Jane Lathrop Stanford Alameda Honolulu M Bertha Berner Mas Hunt Stanford Souathern Pack Railway Readness Pato Alto University

Indian Treasure Found Near Silver Lake

Akron Ohio March 22. George Lodge and his brothers uncovered 26 large billets of silver totaling about 2600 pounds while walking along Silver Lake's south shore. The discovery ties to tales of a 500 Indigenous encampment before Tippecanoe and a long-ago treasure dump in the lake.

Akron Silver Lake George Lodge Henry Wetmore Tippecanoe

Daring Babies Perish In Wisconsin Lake Tragedy

Two young brothers aged 4 and 5 died from exposure after attempting to cross a lake in Madison Wisconsin on a cold day. The father Angus Metsanan found their bodies after following tracks in the soft ice. The water was shallow but the weather was deadly leading to their deaths.

Madison Wis Lake Mendoza Wifret Bondi Frayer McGowan Star Oller Angus Metsanan Frazier Tae Tee Lee Warn Weather Althonen Mabe

Engineer and fireman trapped after wreck at Tellico

A freight train wreck occurred near Tellico, Tennessee on March 22. Engineer Tellico Jareton and fireman were trapped in the engine and another car, with rescue efforts underway.

Tellico Jareton Tenn Freeont Bern Es Neer Carrother

Funeral for Urever disaster victims in Brockton

Governor Douglas attended the funeral of Jerome Mayo and public services were arranged with Catholic and Protestant clerics. A relief fund was planned as workers at George E B Keith Co. considered contributing a day’s wages, with 3000 employees expected to donate around 3000 dollars.

Brockton Mass R. B. Urever B. Graver & Co Guy Chidren Payne Douglas Geng Saat Jerome Mayo C. N. Misa Keith Cergymen Wil George EB. Keith & Co Gent

Car of Dynamite Explodes Near Kenner

A New Orleans dispatch reports an Illinois Central freight car loaded with dynamite exploded near Kenner twelve miles north of New Orleans. Two men are missing and one body has been found.

New Orleans Ilinois Central Kenner

Secret service guards for beef trust witnesses in Chicago

Fifteen secret service men arrive in Chicago to guard witnesses before the special grand jury investigating the beef trust. Witnesses will be closely watched to deter reporters and parlor agents. U S district attorney Morrison and Judge Berhea emphasize contempt for anyone who speaks to witnesses. Twenty grand jurors qualified. questioning of their qualifications continues as the investigation moves forward.

Chicago Secret Service Beef Trust Ecourt Inves

Loges Bad for Hooker in New York Hearing

Avlunos New York March 22 former Postmaster Arthur R Moore testified before the assembly judiciary committee examining Clarkes against Supreme Court Justice Warren B Hooker. He said several payroll employees never performed duties and some were in other jobs at the same time. He swore at least one employee he never saw and could not identify. The inquiry also targeted appointments and alleged improprieties in the office.

Avlunos Arthur R. Moore Fredona NS Y Assembly Judiciary Committee Clarkes Supreme Court Warren B. Hooker Hooter Tyean J Nba

Rockefeller Loses In North Tarrytown Vote

John Wirth won North Tarrytown village presidency with 315 votes, defeating Warren J. Stoddard by 118. Wirth said he was pleased to beat the Rockefeller ticket but bore Rockefeller no ill will and praised the bene fits attributed to John D. Rockefeller. Rockefeller reportedly backed Stoddard’s People’s party slate.

Tartstown John Wirth North Tarrytown Village Warren J. Stoddard Wirth Rockefeller John D. Rockefeller People's Party

Jules Verne Near Dissolution in Amiens

In Amiens on March 22 the condition of Jules Verne is described as grave due to diabetes. The report notes a serious decline and urges cautious speculation on his health.

Jules Verne Amiens France

Chicago Grain Market Report From March Trading Day

In Chicago on March 2 price movements showed strength in wheat with nearby delivery and May corn futures noted. Prices and totals listed include May wheat around 1.04 and corn around 92 percent, with mentions of carries and declines in certain months.

Chicaco Sfigher Ato Leve Bool Sgrtane Finc SIM

Pittsburg Markets March 21 Trade Report

Trade in Pittsburg markets shows varied livestock, produce, and dairy quotes for cattle, hogs, sheep, and butter with prices ranging from prime beef to milch cows and calves. Quotations include mixed lots, feeding steers, pairing with 18 to 42 dollars, and hogs at about 5.60 to 5.70.

New York Berger Medina

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Gen. Kuropatkin Will First Army St. Peters Castro Berbert W. Bowex Venezuela Millionaire England Jumes Kaiser Oho River Valentine Fersons Leland Stanford Palo Alto Ueau Brockton, Mass Douglas Loges Hooker Damacity New York Supreme Court Tarrytown Village Chicago Grain Market Mr. Jones Mary Mrs. Jones Chicago Journal
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