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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1902
Page
1
A Chicago woman and broad network report Paine's Celery Compound relieves neuralgia rheumatism dyspepsia and liver and kidney troubles. Testimonials cite restoration after surgery and strong health improvement across social ranks as heat season benefits.
Buckingham Palace has undergone months of work by an army of workmen turning the once gloomy piles into a renovated historic mansion. The coronation celebrations for Edward VII and his queen consort will be held in the redesigned throne room and adjacent spaces, promising a transformed royal residence for the public.
American troops who were taken prisoner near Mindanao province on the island of Luzon have been recovered. Nine members of the Tadrones band are identified among the attackers. Two police officers from Marong province are among the men identified. The dead and wounded were found scattered, making recognition difficult. The prisoners were interred together yesterday after rapid interments.
Disorder broke out in Marshall County Kentucky as a fusillade of ballots was hurled into a Mormon gathering at Davis Chapel. Marley Lamb was shot, and the crowd burned the Mormon church while elders fled. Mormons vow to continue meetings and filed reports of the assault.
American League results show Chicago defeating Philadelphia 10 to 5 and St Louis tying Baltimore 6 all with Detroit 4 and a Boston Cleveland pairing not scheduled. National League games include Chicago 9 Philadelphia 4, Cincinnati with New York 4, Brooklyn 12 St Louis 1, and Pittsburgh 3 Boston 0 in a 4 inning forfeit credited to Pittsburgh for a delayed Boston start on the field.
Secretary Root assumes full responsibility for payments made by General Wood to General Gomez during the Cuban occupation. Officials state payments reflected wartime statesmanship as Cuban conditions and veteran needs pushed for pay, with Gomez as the key revolutionary leader.
Washington June 17 The senate passed the London dock charges bill after days of debate. It prohibits masters agents or owners of vessels transporting goods from imposing clauses that relieve them of liability for loss or damage due to negligence or improper delivery. The session also featured debate on the Isthmian canal project with Cul lom and Kittredge advocating Panama route. A motion by Mr Proctor to conference with the House was withdrawn after vigorous opposition.
Vice Chancellor Emory ruled that retiring 200 million dollars of preferred stock and issuing 250 million in bonds impairs the rights of nonconsenting preferred stockholders. The decision preserves vested property rights and may be reviewed by the court of appeals, with appeals notice filed by R V Lindaburg. The plan would raise 20.06 million in bonds and 50 million for working capital amid minority objections.
Washington June 17 in the house Mr Miers of Indiana moved to amend pension laws so a widow mother or sister of a deceased soldier keeps pension rights after remarriage or divorce following the soldier’s service The bill passed after replies to criticism and applies only to women who shared the soldier's service.
A fragmentary description of the Coronation Chair used by Edward VII with the Stone of Destiny beneath it. The passage hints at regional crowns and historic associations to Dagland Scotland and Ireland, and mentions Holward the Confessor and enduring legends surrounding the relics.
Trains from New York to Chicago and back hit near 20 hour schedules, averaging about 49 miles per hour over the 980 mile run. The Pennsylvania and Lake Shore lines report record times and minimal delays on Sunday. Venezuelan rebels repulsed after attacking La Guiara near Caracas. government forces shell suburbs, bridges and cables, causing panic and guarding traffic halt.
A fragmented report outlines a proposed agricultural settlement called Winteriors to be established in Cape May New Jersey led by Honey o White a segregated syndicate figure. The plan includes colonists receiving houses on installment terms and a ten year commitment with ties to a North Carolina inspired project. A separate item notes a white woman Irvine near Maton killed one and harmed another child before fleeing, with details unclear.
Washington June 17 President Palma of Cubs told President Roosevelt that the sugar rebate plan would be highly objectionable and costly to implement. The communication likely went through Secretary Bay via Cuban minister Senor Quesada. If no Senate House accord is found, a direct treaty with Palma may be pursued, though two thirds of the Senate would still be needed. Some senators expect adjournment by July 1 regardless of progress.
King Edward and Queen Alexandra traveled by motor car from Aldershot to Windsor arriving with royal party aboard. Public fears of the king’s illness were allayed though he showed signs of not being fully well. The Queen and Princesses accompanied the royal party at Windsor.
The six week anthracite strike continues as operators report steady or increased work at engines and pumps. Leaders dispute claims and probe miner sentiment with potential teamster aid. Officials caution on soft coal curtailment amid ongoing regional tension and violence reports.
Altoona June 17. A Wilkesbarre interview with President Pat Gilday stating no soft coal is shipped to the anthracite region is not borne out by facts. William McPherson, sub-district president, says miners here worked four days weekly before the strike and now work full time. Coal is shipped to aid anthracite operations, with watch on mines and a strike declared if shipments continue.
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