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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1902
Page
1
This ad promotes Paine's Celery Compound as the infallible health booster for rheumatism neuralgia dyspepsia and nervous disorders. It claims the medicine restores appetite nerves strength and vitality and urges May users to take Paine's Celery Compound for swift beneficial results.
Somerset Pa May 12 An 11 year old Dewees McKelway lies dead at home after an accidental discharge of a Flobert rifle wounded companion Bricker 15 who is seriously hurt but likely to survive McKelway shot himself then died despite medical help The incident occurred while the two boys were shooting at birds General Chaffee arrived at Mindanao Malabang and rode to Lake Lanao with General Davis to inspect the area In Batangas Southern Luzon American forces concentrate after insurgent resistance in the province subsides
Washington May 12. Senate Philippines committee members expect a vote on the government bill toward week’s end or by May 24. Debate continues with Foraker Spooner Lodge guiding talks. opponents include Clay and money. House actions include foreign service, war claims, and naval appropriation items amid District of Columbia day.
Havana May 12. At 7:23 a.m. a large Cuban flag was hoisted over Morro Castle marking the arrival of the Julia carrying President elect Estrada Palma. Thousands cheered from the shore as the vessel was sighted, with both Cuban and U.S. flags flying beside the fortress flagstaff.
In United States court Mrs Lillie M Walker of Philadelphia filed for a receiver of Oxford College at Oxford Ohio. Defendants are the college directors. Before 1897 Mrs Walker owned the property and her husband Dr Fayes Walker was president. A stock company formed later with Mrs Walker as stockholder seeks accounting and damages.
Manila May 12 The United States Philippine commission has passed a law abolishing imprisonment for debt after the debtor has sworn to bankruptcy. Until this law goes into effect the expenses of those in jail for debt must be borne by their prosecutors and must be paid weekly.
Reported May 12 from Fort De France details Mont Pelee eruption destroying Saint Pierre, with 40 000 dead and lava flows engulfing the northeast island. Survivors describe scenes of flames, ash, and scorching heat as Fort De France awoke to darkness and tremors.
Paris reports from Martinique describe 5000 refugees occupying hills around Le Carbet and Le Pecheur near St Pierre. The Suchet rescued 30, nine died en route to hospital. St Pierre is a ruin heap with bodies found amid ash and smoke. Subterranean rumblings and lava threats continue as Mont Pelee juts ominously.
President Loubet of France will visit the czar of Russia in a ceremonial tour. He will travel aboard a battleship as a yacht during a stay in St. Petersburg from May 20 to 24. The chamber of deputies voted $100,000 to cover trip expenses.
Reports detail the St Vincent eruption with the crater’s massive steam plumes and lava flows devastating Wallibough Richmond Valley and surrounding areas. Deaths are feared as whole families perish and relief efforts coordinate aid to Martinique.
New York May 12 The steam yacht Aquillo owned by Willam P. Eno of New York is on her Ways with owner and guests bound for Martinique and St Vincent to witness the volcanic eruption leaving Saturday afternoon. Indications show a number of larger steam yachts from this port will follow, including some currently out of commission. At the New Yacht Club guests discussed a possible simultaneous voyage. The big sea-going yachts capable of the voyage that are now out of commission are mentioned among preparations.
A Brooklyn guest reported $3000 worth of diamonds and a cash belt hidden in a servant's shoe after dinner at a beach front hotel. Henry Brookins, a waiter, was arrested and bound over for a hearing. diamonds recovered from his room.
Scranton Hazleton and Shamokin districts report widespread disruption as operators suspend mining and lay off crews amid United Mine Workers action. Thousands of workers face idle shifts while unions organize for a potential prolonged strike. Officials in Hazleton anticipate a long struggle as locals elect delegates for a looming convention.
Walter LL Myles aged 11, son of Miles Myles of Ed warddale near Wilkes barre, died from injuries after being struck behind the left ear by a pitched ball during a Saturday base ball game in West Chester. The boy attended the Nominal School in this city and passed away yesterday afternoon.
Prince Henry of Prussia inherits the castle at Rhine from Pusee George of Hohenzollern after Emperor William's death on May 4. Berlin reports a transfer tied to royal lineage and regional holdings near Bingen on the Rhine.
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