08 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1902
Page
1
A Civil War veteran writes from New York praising Paine's Gelery Compound as a universal rheumatism remedy. He claims three bottles restored health after years of treatment and urges others to try the medicine for rheumatism kidney disease and blood derangements.
Three armed men broke into the Saxonburg home of aged Henry Smith a retired farmer shot the man through the head and crushed his skull early Thursday night and tortured Mrs. Smith. The robbers ransacked the house and escaped with $200. Mrs. Smith remained terrified and confined. police hunted three suspects with Sheriff Hoos leading the investigation.
A high speed passenger train on the Galveston Harrisburg and San Antonio line left the track on a sharp curve near Sanderson, Texas due to a broken rail. Fifteen people were killed and about two dozen injured as the wreck spread fire through cars behind the engine. Passengers in sleeper cars were saved with help from uninjured travelers. Relief trains with surgeons were dispatched from El Paso Del Rio and Sanderson.
A London coronation report notes Miss Alice Roosevelt may not attend the ceremony due to youth and diplomatic concerns. White House circles say no official plan to attend and Havana plans for a visit may affect London travel. Police chase Magowan after escape, with border authorities alerted. Also reports on Turkish frontier bands, Cecil Rhodes health, Fort Niobara as a health resort, and Allentown editor Frank J. Sherer’s death.
Nikola Tesla aims to surpass rivals as an electrical expert and begin experiments soon. He is said to be preparing a wireless seedlo concept from new headquarters on Long Island with a tall mast and a deep 500 foot depth, marking forthcoming test ventures.
Senate did not act on the ship subsidy bill due to illness among Missouri and Florida members. The diplomatic and consular appropriation bill, including $2,000,000, passed. Georgia's Mr. Bacon offered a nonpartisan selection amendment for student interpreters in legations and consulates in China to serve extended terms. House debate on rural tree de Avery service and carrier contracts concluded. bill to be taken up under five minute rule on Monday.
Attorney General Douglas asks Congress for amendment to judicial acts backed by Minnesota legislature and delegation to allow redress in federal courts. The decision in Northern Securities bars states from suing citizens or other states when parties are necessary, blocking Minnesota from federal court relief.
Senator William Flinn announces retirement from politics citing growth of private business. He provides letters to Lt. Gov. Gabin and party leaders confirming his seat vacated. New Chautauqua organized at University of Pennsylvania with Pocono Pines location, 2008 foot elevation, a three mile lake, 400 acres surrounding, plans for an inn and auditorium.
A Johannesburg correspondent reports that regulars shot after a court martial for shooting a Boer who had surrendered were executed last week at Pretoria. The piece cites early reported cases of troopers being shot for misconduct in the conflict.
Minister Concha stated Colombia does not object to the United States and Panama Canal Company plans. He expressed approval of construction within Colombian territory and pledged full consent and cooperation to facilitate the project. He praised the canal as a great modern enterprise benefiting both nations and fostering cordial relations.
Chicago district attorney receives DOJ instructions to pursue legal action against railroads for law infractions. Suits likely include injunctions in Chicago and other cities, with Day of the ICC arriving to finalize form of proceedings.
Prince Henry of Prussia completes a nine day U S tour traveling through thirteen states and covering 45153 miles on a special train. He is received with cordiality by crowds in Albany West Point and New York City. He visits the Arion Club and Waldorf Astoria before returning to his hotel. August Behnke from the imperial yacht Hohenzollern is treated for scarlet fever at Willard Parker Hospital.
Rudolph H. Crouvatt bridegroom of four days shot himself in a Baltimore hotel room. A note asked his father J. G. Crouvatt of Thomasville Ga be informed. His wife Mrs Crouvatt claimed a rumor of another wife in Alabama caused his outburst.
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