Conspiracy Suit Against Coke Company Engages Board
In Pittsburgh on February 27 John Walker guardian of Andrew Carnegie Wilson and others filed a bill in equity to annul a coke contract between the H C Frick Coke Company and the Carnegie Steel interests. Plaintiffs seek injunctions, an accounting, and claim fraud by a majority of Frick Coke directors steering benefits to Carnegie Steel. The suit alleges potential losses to Frick Coke and outlines stock ownership and control by Carnegie Steel and Carnegie, asserting domination of the Coke company board. Also notes a separate Brooklyn Rapid Transit bear raid investigation with indictments expected.
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Admiral Dewey Prize Money Awarded by Court of Claims
The Court of Claims ruled Dewey may recover prize money for each man aboard ships in the Spanish fleet battle near Manila Bay. It fixes United States fighting strength at 1236 officers and men, and enemy strength at about 2973, granting Dewey a personal total of 9570 dollars with an appeal possible to the Supreme Court.
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Admiral Sampson's Charges Deny Spanish Collision Claim
Boston February 27 Admiral Sampson refutes Captain Concas's charges that he delayed saving the cruiser Colon after it surrendered The admiral states the Colon sank after surrender valves were broken and that officials proposed punishment for the captor's actions He also notes prior remarks about the Sandoval case.
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Republican Caucus Limits Tariff to Two Years and Reduces Duty
About 325 Republican members met in the House to discuss the Porto Rican tariff bill. Amendments proposed would limit operation to March 1 1922 and temporarily raise revenue. President's support asserted, while McCall Littlefield Lorimer Crumpacker oppose. conference claims broad Republican backing and likely passage.
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Quay Opposed for Senate Seat by Turley in Debate
Washington notes formal contest of former Senator Quay's right to a Pennsylvania seat. Turley presents a constitutional argument as colleagues listen. conclusion planned today. Debate over Hawaiian government bill spurs clashes between Tillman and Spooner amid revelations about ballot boxes and racial suppression in the South. A Porto Rico protest seeks military withdrawal and statehood integration with free commerce and currency changes. Postmaster Van order hints Madison Square Garden as site for new uptown post office, promising annual rental savings. Governor Stone grants a reprieve for William Eppes, delaying execution to March 28.
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Grogan Describes Cannibal Territory Amid Africa Journey
London reports publish an interview with E S Grogan who after years in Africa returns to England. He recalls crossing from Tanganyika and entering a volcanic region where vast lava streams formed a sea. he says cannibal tribes from the Congo now inhabit the land and that skeletal trails and decayed remains mark the jungles. Grogan says his party faced a raid but he fired, halting the attack.
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Philadelphia Prep for Republican National Convention Week
Philadelphia plans social program for visiting delegates as Allied Republican clubs coordinate events. Torchlight parade and receptions at Academy of Music mark opening. smokers and entertainments follow at local clubs. Fundraising for the national committee advances with a second $25,000 soon to be sent.
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Kentucky Controversy Certifies Democrats for Minor State Offices
The State Contest Board certified election for all Democratic minor state offices in Frankfort. The sworn-in candidates, including C. B. Hill, Robert J. Breckenridge, Gus G. Coulter, Wilbur Hager, and H. V. McChesney, contested Republican incumbents for possession, with Louisville and Martin Johnson and Magofin votes deducted. The installation ties up state government pending court decisions.
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Cronje Capitulates in Unconditional Surrender
Special dispatches report General Cronje and all forces capitulated unconditionally at daylight, with about three thousand troops. London sources note Boer forces gathering near Bloemfontein, potentially totaling around 30,000, as Lord Roberts presses toward Ladysmith.
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Dr Agnew’s Ointment Claims Quick Skin Cure
Skin eruptions and itch diseases vanish with Dr Agnew's Ointment. Claims rapid relief for eczema tetter salt rheum barber's itch and burning skin. Also advertises hemorrhoid relief and general skin benefit. Hont's Secusparilla touted as stomach tonic and dyspepsia cure.
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