Senate to Open Extraordinary Session Over Canal Treaty
President and Morgan clash as the Fifty-eighth Congress prepares an extraordinary session on March 5 to ratify the Panama Canal treaty. Morgan opposes ratification, while supporters push the session to clear the record and advance key legislation tied to the administration’s agenda. The outcome could affect plans for the Louisiana Purchase exposition dedication and the western trip.
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Buffalo Murder Mystery Still Points to Woman Suspect
Buffalo police report no new developments in the Burdick case as they pursue a possible female suspect. A lock of hair, a steel tipped golf club, and a late night visitor are scrutinized while Mrs. Burdick and Mrs. Hull are questioned. Burdick's will reportedly leaves all to his three children and a central figure, Mrs. Warren of Cleveland, remains involved in the inquiry.
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British Premier Says Refused Purchase Amid Warship Talks
Premier Balfour stated Britain had refused to purchase Chiltan warships from Argentina under constitutional constraints in Europe, amid ongoing discussions with Allied powers on naval acquisitions.
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Two Senators Named in Delaware Defeat for Addicks
Dover March 4 Congressman Ball won the short term U S Senate seat and State Senator Allee the long term. Allee is a union republican and Ball a regular republican. The outcome is viewed as an Addicks victory despite the state not having Addicks in the Senate. Pressure from Washington influenced reg ulars to reject a Democratic offer to join regulars for one regular seat and a vacancy.
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A Trip to Mexico with Rep Lot Thomas Family
Congressman Lot Thomas his wife and daughter plan a late week departure from Washington for a trip to Mexico. They will travel via New Orleans then on to the Mexican land, with a return expected to Storm Lake around May first. Clarence Thomas returned to New York to resume Columbia law studies after visiting Washington.
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Iowa
Swindle Uncovered In Marshalltown Job Scheme
A man promoting a manufacturing company for toilet soaps and perfumes scammed hundreds nationwide by charging $2 for each job application. He operated in Marshalltown Iowa during March claiming he would hire applicants for positions.
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Fire Destroys District Businesses in Albia
Fire swept the business district of Albia Iowa this morning destroying Pills restaurant Reel s drug store and MedAllister s grocery and the Company A armory. Loss placed at 30000 with under 10000 covered by insurance.
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Jailer Killed as Prisoner Escapes. Sheriff’s Wife Stops Break
In Olympia on March 4 Chris Benson a grand larceny prisoner killed Jailer Morrell and opened jail doors. Mrs Jessie Mills wife of the sheriff arrived with a revolver and prevented seven prisoners from escaping.
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Storm on English Coast Causes Heavy Damage and Losses
Terrific seas lash the English channel causing pier damage along the south coast. Fatal collapses occur as structures fall. The mail boat Pas de Calais with 200 passengers drifts near Dover before repairs allow it to enter the harbor. A Hamburg bark foundered off Lands End with about twenty crew missing.
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Carpenter of Cambrian Prince Reports Ship Capsize
In the North Sea the carpenter from the British vessel Cambrian Prince says the ship capsized in a gale and sank. The Cambrian Prince measured 1,252 tons net burden and was wrecked after the disaster.
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Fever Closes School At Lake Forest Over Scarlet Fever
Chicago reports that the English department school for boys at Lake Forest was ordered closed for ten days after scarlet fever appeared in Professor James P. Whyte's family. About a hundred boys were sent home to families in Wisconsin Minnesota Illinois Indiana Iowa and Michigan to prevent spread.
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Knapp Pleads Not Guilty in Goddard Murder Case
Alfred Knapp was arraigned in police court in Hamilton Ohio for the murder of Hannah Goddard and entered a not guilty plea. The date was March 4.
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Marconi Remembered by Florence Schoolteacher
Florence Italy March 4 Signora Luisa Cavallero, Marconi’s former teacher, now 74, recalls the boy as well behaved yet slow to memorize noting his “little Englishman” label and surprise at his later genius. She says he endured punishments yet faced study with angelic patience.
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Pope Leo XIII Jubilee marks 25th coronation anniversary
Rome reports a grand celebration at St Peter's for Pope Leo XIII with a majestic procession and thousands present. Crowds filled tribunes as cardinals and dignitaries joined the ceremony. 75 000 attendees including 10 000 Americans observed the rites amid rain and packed crowds.
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England Will Come to St Louis Exposition Plan
Premier Balfour announced in the house of commons that Britain has accepted the invitation to participate in the St Louis exposition. Details of the extent of participation and the exact procedure are being considered. President Francis of the St Louis exposition left for Madrid after morning visits, with discussions on American affairs and Roosevelt noted with warmth.
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Roosevelt Stands Pat on Southern Federal Appointments
President Roosevelt defends his southern appointments in a February 28 letter to the Atlanta Constitution editor. He says he has sought local input, appointed white successors to colored postmasters in Athens and Atlanta, and that many appointees are Democrats. he notes the outcry seems led by New York rather than the South.
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Tennessee
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Overruled Motion in Gallaugher Indictment Case
Judge Byington overruled parts of the indictment in the Gallaugher case and said a later motion would be needed to challenge the points when the state offers testimony. Elizabeth Hess testified for two jurors about Gallaugher’s statements at the murder trial.
Aldrich Bill Advances in Senate Amid Filibuster
The Senate passed fortifications appropriations and moved to take up the Aldrich financial bill by a 41 to 17 vote, displacing the statehood measure as unfinished business. The House reconvened to continue filibuster tactics with roll calls demanded. Senate amendments to naval appropriations were disagreed and sent to conference.
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Knapp Considers New Confession Of Murders
Hamilton Ohio March 3 Alfred Knapp is said to be contemplating a further confession that could reveal additional crimes. Police seek details from him while his first trial for the murder of his third wife Hannah Goddard is set to be held here unless the court finds the corpus delicti proven by confession and other evidence.
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Hannah Goddard
Chinese Plot Foiled in Canton Uprising Plan
The Pakling brought news of a revolutionary plot uncovered in Hong Kong with rebels arrested and ships seized. Thousands of uniforms and arms were sent to Canton for a January 28 uprising led by Colonel Chon, with British gunboats moving to Canton to counter the plan. The Kwang 3S rebellion has spread through the province.
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Flood Danger Lingers in Northwestern Ohio
In Toledo and nearby towns the Maumee flood remains perilous as ice clears. Findlay Lima Tiffin Marysville upper Sandusky report serious conditions with several drownings including Sam Moffit Nels Jacobs Henry Thomas in Findlay and David Divley in Fremont. Rivers stay exceptionally high. rails and bridges at risk. residents flee lowlands.
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Mississippi River Rises Above Danger Line at Memphis
Mississippi River here rose 1.2 feet above the danger level after 24 hours of stagnation. The rising flood inundates a large Arkansas farm area and many farmers abandon homes. Upper waters are subsiding, with rivers near Pittsburg falling rapidly and the flood seen as easing.
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Eighteen Months for Attempted Rape in Iowa City
Joseph Balluf was sentenced to eighteen months in the Fort Madison penitentiary after being found guilty of assault with intent to commit rape. The prosecution rested on testimony from Miss Mary Querl of Iowa County who described Balluf luring her to a barn and choking her before merchants intervened with lanterns and revolvers. Balluf is the son of well known parents.
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Markets Report Sioux City Chicago South Omaha and Kansas City Prices
The Sioux City market reports hogs, cattle, and sheep with mixed quotes. Chicago and South Omaha list steady to higher hogs and strong cattle and sheep markets. Kansas City shows cattle strong to higher with various steer and cow ranges. grain and provisions prices include wheat corn oats and soybeans. regional notes from Minneapolis and Duluth round out the commodity snapshot with No 1 and No 2 grade oats and wheat prices.
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