Death of Archbishop Corrigan Shocks City
Archbishop Corrigan died at 11 05 PM in New York after a sudden decline. Physicians noted heart degeneration and illness weakness as the cause. Family priests nurses and aides attended, with a crucifix rosary and religious items held at the bedside as he passed peacefully.
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New York
Corrigan
Father Lavelle
Starrante
Father Curley
Keyes
St. Vincent's Hospital
Veryone
Savior
Water Cure With Blows Reported by Witness
Washington May 6 The Senate Philippine committee heard Daniel J Evans formerly a private in the Twelfth Infantry testify to witnessing the water cure used on insurgents in northern Luzon to extract information about concealed arms He said Private Frank Koehler struck a water cure victim in the stomach forty times The prisoners were said to be treated inhumanely by U S soldiers The committee planned to summon Koehler and adjourned until tomorrow
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Washington
Senate Philippine Committee
Daniel J. Evans
Twelfth Infantry
Luzon
Frank Koehler
United States
Koehler
Iowa War Claims Surprise Victory in Treasury Audit
Des Moines reports rejoice as the auditing department of the treasury allows Iowa war claim to exceed 415000 dollars, far above expectations of about 159000. Officials call the decision a surprise and a notable financial relief for the state.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Washington
Department of the Treasury
Oleomargarine Bill Rushed for Veto by Livestock Handlers
Former Congressman William M. Springer for the National Live Stock association met with President Roosevelt in Washington on May 6 and delivered a telegram urging immediate action. The association pressed against the oleomargarine bill and the beef packers case, arguing losses to livestock producers and seeking prompt government relief.
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Roosevailt
Washington
William M. Springer
National Live Stock Association
Roosevelt
United States
Springer
Ihle Stock Association
Beef Trust
Association
Drunken Mob Rules Corliss Town in Wisconsin
A mob of about fifty Italians terrorized Corliss Wisconsin three miles west of Racine. Two women were wounded and two men cut as attackers roamed the streets. Sheriff Baumann led a posse from Racine to restore order after a brief clash. Two suspects were arrested while others fled into the countryside.
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Corliss
Wisconsin
Racine
Wis
Squor
Here
Baumann
Rosebud Bill Passes Land Cession and Senate Action
The Rosebud Indian reservation land cession bill was approved. Senate also advanced the sundry civil appropriation bill and the First Circuit court terms amendment. Additional actions include releasing Harry C. Mix from $1,000 recognizance and postponing the St Louis exposition by amendment.
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Washington
Senate
Rosebud Indian
United States
First Circuit
Harry C. Mix
A. F. Holt
St. Louis Exposition
American polo team thunders to four goal win in London
London observers and experts are abuzz after the American polo team routed Cantabas four goals to none. The Pall Mall Gazette praises their brilliant play and speed while The Globe notes Americans were superior at every point, signaling a strong Cup chance crossing the Atlantic.
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London
Pall Mall Tazette
England
Butchers Weigh Shut Shops During High Meat Prices
In New York on May 6 over 400 kosher butchers from an East Side Hebrew guild discussed responses to rising meat costs. A popular proposal urged complete shop closings during price surges. Another favored idea called for one central store at each dock with collaboration from other shop workers.
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New York
East Side
Senate Adopts Postponement to St. Louis Exposition Bill
Washington May 6 The senate adopted an amendment to the sundry civil bill delaying the St. Louis exposition.
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Washington
St. Louis Exposition
Senate
Turfman Hanley Dead in Louisville
Grats Hanley one of the oldest turfmen in the west died here suddenly today at apoplexy in Louisville.
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Turfman Hanley
Louisville
Grats Hanley
West
Death of Potter Palmer Ends Chicago Capitalist
Potter Palmer, a leading Chicago business figure for nearly fifty years, died at his Lake Shore Drive home after weeks of nervous illness. His exact cause of death was not immediately determined. he slept better the previous night but weakened rapidly, collapsing at 6:40 p.m. and passing away.
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Chicago
Potter Palmer
Lake Shore Drive
Palmer
Tie
Three New Stars in the Flag Bill to Admit Oklahoma
In Washington on May 5 the House considers an omnibus bill admitting Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona as states with a plan to place three new stars on the flag. Supporters seek a quick vote amid Republican opposition over readiness for statehood.
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House
Washington
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Arizona
Friends
Bank of Spain reports weekly increases in gold and silver
Report from MADRID dated May 5 shows Bank of Spain Week ended Saturday with gold on hand up 142,800 pesetas, silver on hand up 1,544,000 pesetas, and notes in circulation up 10,344,000 pesetas.
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Bank of Spain
Madrid
Oklahoma Drenched by Eastern Oklahoma Rains
Drenching rains flood eastern Oklahoma swelling rivers and creeks higher than this season's previous records. Guthrie reports severe wet conditions with ongoing precipitation impacting communities.
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Oklahoma
Guthrie
Aff a irs in Cuba Denial of U S Holdings by Sugar Trust
Arthur Donner, treasurer of American Sugar Refining, testifies before the Senate Cuban relations committee that the trust bought 93 000 tons of Cuban sugar since January and none without his knowledge. He says 45 000 tons remain in Cuba, that purchases were via brokers, no advances to planters or Cuban banks, and no real holdings in Cuba. Henry C. Mott confirms 93 000 tons bought and that the group buys about 60 percent of Cuban sugar yearly.
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American Sugar Refining Company
Washington
Arthur Donner
Senate Committee On
Havemeyer
Platt
Senator Platt
Mr. Havemeyer
War Department
Donner
Teller
Cuba
Zaldo & Co
Francke & Co
Czarnakow & Co
Havana
New York
Congress
Mr. Teller
Henry C. Mott
Trust
Louisiana
United States
St Louis Fair Postponed By Secretary Hay Letter
Secretary Hay sent a senate letter arguing the Louisiana Purchase Exposition should be postponed from 1905 to 1904. The package included a commission chairman’s letter and a telegram from the exposition company president. Senator Cockrell read the letter and offered an amendment to the sundry civil appropriation bill to authorize the postponement.
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Hay
Senate
Washington
Carter
Government Commission
Francis
The
Exposition Company
Cockrell
Live Stock Market Quotations From South Omaha and Kansas City
South Omaha and Kansas City markets show mixed cattle, hogs, and sheep trends. Cattle steady to slow with some lower tendencies, hogs stronger later, sheep varied with weights and regional quotes across multiple stock categories.
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South Omaha
Kansas City
Chalee Colorado
Texas
Officers Deny Drunkenness After Rome Incident
Moody wires from Venice saying officers released on parole after dispute aboard. In AP interview the imprisoned officers deny Rome reports of intoxication, insisting they were sober and acted in self defense amid a mob attack on the piazza. Lieutenant Doddridge recalls crowd confrontation and police seizure, noting language misunderstandings and insect‑swarmed prison room.
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Grew
J Sterling Mortons Will Opens In Nebraska City Probate
The will of J Sterling Morton was opened in county court with heirs present. The estate is valued near 100000 and provides an life annuity to Emma Morton, sister of the deceased, for her remaining years. The estate divides into four equal shares for the deceased’s sons or their representatives, with Arbor Lodge homestead willed to oldest son Joy Morton.
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J. Sterling Morton
Nebraska City
Neb
County Court
Emma Morton
Arbor Lodge
Joy Morton
Hail Ravages Western Oklahoma in Severe Storm
A terrific hail storm swept western Oklahoma causing widespread havoc across the region. Residents reported intense hail, damaging homes, crops, and vehicles as the storm moved through Guthrie and surrounding areas on May 38. Local authorities warned residents to seek shelter and secure property amid continuing bad weather.
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Oklahoma
Guthrie
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