14 Apr 1903
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1903
Page
1
A well known newspaper business manager extols Paine's Celery Compound. He claims it restores vitality to the system amid widespread springtime fatigue among workers in business, profession, and literature.
Promotes health by addressing fatigue, sluggish digestion, constipation, and organ strain as spring arrives. Mason City manager and Jefferson City official endorse Paine's Celery Compound, claiming renewed vitality and strong national recommendation.
Garden hoes priced 18 to 40 cents each. Rakes available up to 35 cents. Spades offered at 60 to 75 cents depending on type. Practical, affordable tools for homemakers and gardeners today.
In Porto Rico on April 1 Governor Hunt orders the insular police to take control of Mayaguez at noon to curb frauds in municipal expenditures. Superintendent Baez is arrested for frauds totaling 10000 to 26000 dollars. Investigations extend to two officials, with six more possible arrests and a federal court hearing delayed for the stugegling cases involving Commander Mentz and Supervisor Buler.
Jane Hang, claimed cousin of Senator Phinkett, was sent to Windwell's workhouse for six months for vagrancy after Mag istrate Barlow. Police found 309 pennies sewn into her jacket and skirt, with her clothing tied to hold the coins, plus 2000 pennies and $27 in silver.
Forbes of Chicago defeated Jimmy Devine of Philadelphia by knockout in the fourth round at the Washington Sporting Club. Devine stunned Forbes with a first round knockdown but could not withstand the onslaught, ending the scheduled six‑round match with a right hook to the jaw.
In New York April 11 1904 banker Jacob H Schlitt of Kuhn Loeb and Co a Harriman confidant says the Supreme Court decision on Northern Securities threatens to alter railway control power across major lines. J J Hill of Northern Securities expects an appeal ready soon and predicts overall victory though control may not change hands even if stock is returned.
Newman Ga April 14 Punch Arnold years old son of the county surveyor was killed playing base ball. He was struck over the heart by a swift ball and expired a few moments later.
Washington April 14 speakers at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Association centennial dinner included Senator Hoar Governor Montague and Bryan. The event honored Jefferson with remarks on his political and religious influence. Bryan spoke on religious liberty and free speech. The gathering featured a Jeffersonian tone with toastmaster Thomas Nelson Page and a musical piece titled The Thomas Jefferson March. A separate report notes German and Austrian soldiers clashed in Pekin with injuries and detentions, while Easter egg rolling at the White House failed due to rain and Vanderbilt automobiles were fined for speeding.
Speculation surrounds Mrs Garret A Hobart and Senator Frye amid a muddled report on their fortunes and status. Hobart is described as a prominent figure, reportedly worth around $2 million in her own right, while Frye’s long career adds political weight to the discourse.
Commander F J Drake of the Monterey with English French and German naval units acted quickly to stop a rebel plot aimed at the Manchurian dynasty and Canton officials. Arrests and seizures followed in Fong Chun and Fate's opposite Sha Men. Foreign forces landed to defend the foreign quarter, preventing an attack during Chinese New Year celebrations.
Eighty skeletons are found in the wreck Reina Christina, flagship of Admiral Montojo, sunk at Manila Bay by Dewey. One officer’s skeleton bears a sword. hull bears 15 shell holes. Captain Couden orders respect for remains. Spanish residents seek shipment to Spain via Sumner in June.
Harrisburg April 14 The senate finally passed free bills relating to coal mines. Four are house bills now going to the governor and one senate bill to the house for concurrence. Measures include a home for dependent miners and wives, child labor limits in mines, revision of mine inspection with an extra district, amending mining laws on earnings basis, and daily safety checks by mine foremen. Governor Pennypacker sent several confirmations to the senate including banking commissioner nominee Robert McAfer and other appointments.
Miners' leader John Mitchell will base in Wilkesbarre on April 20 as three district boards plan a series of sessions to resolve the miners' dissension. Secretary-Treasurer Wilson may accompany him. Easter Monday shutdowns hit Wyoming Valley mines as English speakers returned to work only to find insufficient output. Havana Street Railway starts collecting fare in American money. Confederate general William S. Smith dies at 72 in Huntington, West Virginia. A hurricane in Blocton, Alabama, damages homes estimated at 750 dollars. Navy Secretary Moody returns to Washington from West Indies cruise. Frank Huath of Erie shoots wife and kills himself. Rear Admiral Belknap is buried with military honors in Washington.
Washington April 14 Postmaster General Payne announces the post office investigation will continue with swift action against any wrongdoing He directs Fourth Assistant Bristow to pursue the inquiry and notes personnel changes may await the final report The inquiry covers the entire department with potential delays before publication of parts of the findings New York April 14 no arrests yet in a promotion syndicate probe and Niagara Falls April 14 a man jumps to his death at Prospect Point Chicago April 14 police sergeant Michael White sues for 20000 over a whistle blowing injury
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