Lilley Submarine Influence Probe Backed by House
The House unanimously approves a resolution to form a five member committee to investigate charges by Representative Lilley of Connecticut that Electric Boat and Holland Boat influenced naval committee members over submarine torpedo boat authorizations. The probe names Boutell Stevens Olmstead Howard and Burchard as initial committee members and aims to recall testimony in Washington. Lilley defends his accusations and vows to reveal names and evidence after the inquiry.
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Washington
House
Lilley
Connecticut
Naval Affairs Committee
Manila
United States
Senate
Dalzell
Pennsylvania
Committee On Rules
George L. Lilley
Committee of Rules
Electric Boat Company of
New Jersey
Holland Boat Company
Congress
Caid
Aid Committee
Ite
Cannon
Messrs. Bouter
Stevens
Minn
Olmstead
Howard
Burchard
Electric Boat Company
Electric Boat Com
Mr. Lilley
Omaieman Boutell
Aer Ganon
Lilley Bimeelf
Day Defames Roosevelt Character at Chancellor Day
Chancellor Day meeting witnesses Day accused Roosevelt of personal defamation. The remarks drew attention as a political confrontation, with observers noting the impact on Roosevelt’s public image and potential future responses.
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Day
Vr. Day
Roosevelt
Peruna editorial argues its ingredients prove catarrh remedy
The piece defends Peruna by citing HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS GOLDEN SEAL CEDRON SEEDS and OIL OF COPAIBA from the United States Dispensatory. It quotes BARTHOLOW SCUDDER MILLSPAUGH and others to claim Hydrastis Corydalis Formosa and Coppia ben fit catarrh and related conditions. The editor asserts Peruna is proven by authorities and offers to substantiate claims with high level medical citations.
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Hartman
United States
Bartholow
Scadder
Millspaugh
Virginia
Kentucky
Tennessee
Carolina
Scudder
Strange Mental Hiatus Strands Salesman in St Louis
W A Simonson of Yawman Erbe New York disappeared from Paterson New Jersey a week ago wandered Broadway in a blank mind and awoke in St Louis with only 1 50 of his 50. He found Oklahoma town cards in his pockets and telegraphed his wife to assure her safety.
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Paterson
St. Louis
Broadway
W. A. Simonson
Yawman & Erbe Manufacturing Company
New York
N. J
Oklahoma
Elder Statesmen Urge Cautious Japan China Policy
Tokio March 7 Japanese newspapers press for strong action against China. A cabinet meeting today will likely shape policy. Elder statesmen led by Margulis Ito and Count Inouye counsel against precipitating war, arguing it could alienate world sympathy over a minor Canton incident and a fault by a junior official.
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Tokio
China
Margulis Ito
Count Inouye
Japan
Far East
Canton
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup Introduced
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup is a new remedy promising improvement over older laxatives. It claims to avoid griping, ease of navigation, and to be pleasant to take with a guarantee. O D Knoefel.
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Orino
O.D Knoefel
Seven horse thieves killed by Cossacks near Exaterinodar
Cossacks from the Ustbabinak camp surrounded a group of eight horse thieves and killed seven with stakes and shot guns. The remaining thief ended his own life.
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Exaterinodar
Russia
Ustbabinak
Flood Conditions In Michigan Reach Wide Areas
Flood conditions are reported across Michigan with interurban electric lines especially affected. The advisory notes widespread impacts from rising waters and related disruptions in March.
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Michigan
Detroit
Mich
Cough Remedies Debated In Simple Health Note
A brief health note argues against overreliance on hair dyed or other questionable remedies when throat irritation or cold symptoms appear, urging caution and sensible care.
Democratic party in Minnesota backs Johnson for president
The Minnesota Democratic state committee endorsed Governor John A. Johnson for the national presidential nomination by 68 to 23 after Bryan supporters pushed two test votes. Bryan adherents vow to fight statewide for a Bryan backed delegation to the Denver convention. A Bryan organization formed at the Ryan Hotel after adjournment to carry the contest into every precinct. The meeting drew the largest attendance in party history with 111 members present or represented.
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Denver
Johnson
Bryan
State Committee
Minnesota
Ryan
Democratic Party
British fury over Emperor William and naval letter
London reports an angry British reaction to a Times claim that Emperor William sought to influence British naval policy via a private letter to Lord Tweedmouth. Chancellor Asquith and Lord Tweedmouth defended privacy, while calls grow for public release of both letters and a full political reckoning.
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London
Emperor William
Kruger
Lord Tweedmouth
Admiralty
Great Britain
Parliament
House of Commons
Herbert Henry Asquith
Asquith
Yes Commons
William
Times
Willam
Germany
Charcoal Lozenges Promise Breath Relief and Free Sample
Advert says Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges cure bad breath from onions, tobacco, indigestion, and gas. Claims absorb odors, improve complexion, and act as laxative. Offers free sample by mail from FA Stuart Co., 200 Stuart Building, Marshal, Michigan.
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Stuart
Stuard
Addreas FA
Stuart Co
Stuarts
Marshal
Crecelius Bill Passes Senate Targeting Night Riding
Kentucky lawmakers push tobacco conflict with Crecelius bill aimed at ending night riding. The measure adds a fine for violators of tobacco pooling agreements after passage in both chambers.
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Frankfort
Crecelius
Senate
House
Storm Sweeps British Isles Wrecks Reported
A violent gale swept the coast of the British Isles with many wrecks of small craft. Most wrecks occurred along the east coast of Ireland and about twenty lives have been lost.
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British Isles
London
Ireland
Gary elected U S senator of South Carolina in early 1907
Frank B. Gary wins the United States Senate seat for South Carolina to succeed the late Senator Lattimer. Also reported, secretary Hester cites cotton world supply at 4 655 189, down from last week. London and Moscow items note prison escape attempts and a Moscow death sentence for two political prisoners. Elwood T. Hance, Detroit Union Trust leader and former postmaster, commits suicide amid financial worries.
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Frank B. Gary
United States
South Carolina
Lattimer
Hester
Chicago
Dan
Moscow
New York
Elwood T. Hance
Union Trust Company
Detroit
Mnanedi
Deficit Found In Quigley County Recorder Books
Starke county officials audit 60,000 pages of records and uncover 1,226 errors. Report alleges Quigley underpaid the county by 4,789.18 dollars over two terms, with deputies implicated. Quigley claims forced misconduct and pays into the treasury. commissioners seek the remaining balance.
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Laporte
Ind
Starke County
Jacob P. Quigley
Quigley
Knickerbocker Ice Company
W. G. McCormiock
Natural Phenomenon Reported Near Marquette Michigan
A brief remark from Marquette Michigan notes a natural phenomenon observed nearby on a clear March day. Eyewitnesses describe unusual atmospheric or geological effects, with no injuries or property damage reported. Local officials have not issued warnings or explanations.
Malaria Remedy Promised In Ailing Era
Fragmentary note quotes RB James of Louellen praising Electzic Bitters as a cure for malaria related misery. The irregular text suggests a medicinal claim tied to a local folk remedy.
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James
Louellen
Strangers Return Stolen Money in a Burglar’s Confession
An unknown well dressed man, about 35, returned $1.60 to Joseph VanCamp in Anderson Indiana claiming he was a professional burglar who has reformed. He said he took $1.60 from VanCamp’s trousers a year and a half ago and offered $1.50 back after confessing. He refused to give his name and urged restitution to others robbed.
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VanCamp
Logansport Mayor Faces Impeachment Verdict Today
The impeachment trial of Mayor George P. McKee ends and the council will render its verdict. If impeached he plans to remain in office, seeking mandamus actions to challenge the legality of one person acting as prosecutor judge and jury.
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Logansport
Ind
George P. MckKee
McKee
Tragedy under trolley car claims life in Muncie
Ralph King, 30, was killed near the Indiana Union Traction barns when he stood on the interurban track watching a fast Big Four train. The motorman saw him but did not stop in time. The interurban line ran parallel to the Big Four at the scene.
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Muncie
Ind
Ralph King
Indiana Union
Big Four
King
Commission Favors Granite Monument Plan
Lafayette Ind March 7 The commission favors granite for the $25000 Tippecanoe battlefield monument despite concerns about Indiana stone President John H Sims says granite is more durable and if the commission can build the monument with granite or marble for the appropriation Indians stone will not be used
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Commission
Lafayette
Ind
Tippeecanoe Battlefield
Indiana
John H. Sims
The Electoral College Process Described in Brief
The article explains the two stage election of the president and vice president via the Electoral College. Electors meet in each state on the second Monday in January to cast ballots, with copies kept on file and sent to the Senate. A joint session in Washington on the second Wednesday completes the tally and announces results.
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United States
Contreart
Amiss
Senate
House
Washington
Fire Causes $70,000 Loss in Casey Block
Fire at 1 30 this morning destroyed the finest city block in Casey Tl causing an estimated $70,000 in damages. The losses include a $30,000 water plant hotel and newspaper plant and two business houses partly insured.
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Casey
Fire Threatens Newburg Town and $50,000 Loss
A blaze in Newburg Indiana on March 7 threatened to wipe out the town and caused about 50000 in damages insured. The fire destroyed a tobacco warehouse three stores and one home.
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Newburg
Ind
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Peruna Editorial NO. 2
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John A. Johnson
Man Engperor
Gace
Recorder's Office
Marquette
Andersen
Royal
Electoral College
Ayer
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