Washington Stirs Over Jobs as Civil Service Reform Moves
Washington faces a rush of place hunters as the inauguration closes, with ex-congressmen, cabinet hopefuls, and diplomats seeking posts. Secretary Long pushes civil service reform in the Navy while appointments and transfers generate busy rumor mill chatter.
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Corbett and Fitzsimmons Clash In Carson Stormy Day
In Carson on March 8 Corbett and Fitzsimmons endured a tense day of workouts. Fitzsimmons sparred through slush with little action while Corbett fought a handball match, angering at times as the training continued. A crowd gathered at the hotel as a Wellar lookalike for John L. Sullivan was photographed.
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Fitzsimmons
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Roeber
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Stenzler
Mitesimmons
Yarrum
Alway
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Surrender Anniversary Prompts Norfolk Military Display
The Military Association of Norfolk plans a grand annual military day on October 5 and hosts a large event at the armory. A committee led by Colonel Lamb and Colonel Mothers will meet John Mariner to secure cooperation for a grand display at the agricultural fair followed by a military and naval ball. Out‑of‑town companies expected. Yorktown surrender anniversary noted.
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Military Association of Norfolk
William Lamb
Marty Mothers
Burris
John Mariner
Lord Cornwallis
Yorktown
A Serious Charge Record in Botetourt County Housing
Alexander Davis and Ned Davis were arrested this morning around 12:80 near James street. They are held for Botetourt county authorities on a criminal assault charge involving a young colored victim in a house surrounded by officers.
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Stevens
Heppel
Arrington
Snowden
Ruddiel
James Street
Hotetauri County
Botetourt County
Greece rejects Autonomy Plan for Crete in Insurrection Crisis
A Greek reply to the powers denounces the autonomy scheme as insufficient to restore order in Crete. It urges recall of Greek military forces, preservation of Christian populations, and direct Cretan self determination amid ongoing violence and Turkish-backed unrest.
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Brophaers
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Aimy
Greece accepts partial suzerainty offer and withdrawal
The Chronicle reports Greek envoys were instructed to inform the government of Greece’s readiness to recognize the sultan’s temporary suzerainty, withdraw the fleet, and place senior officers like Col. Vassos in command to restore order in Crete, leaving final decision to the people amid Allied deliberations. In Parliament, A J Balfour denied the note was an infirmation and, with May Curzon, warned against pledging to appoint a Christian governor for Crete.
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Greece responds to Powers on blockade mood in Balkans
Berlin reports Greece replies to the ideational note with dissatisfaction. Germany and Russia approve delaying any immediate blockade of the Greek and Cretan coasts.
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Rassia
Insurgents besiege Heraklion. armistice rejected
A dispatch from Heraklion reports insurgents surrounding the town, rejecting an armistice and closing in, while Ottoman forces defend outer positions in sharp fighting. No further details are provided.
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London
Heraklion
Island of
Greeks Volunteering to Fight Return Home for Passage Costs
New York Greek Consul General WM Botussi reports over 100 telegrams and 500 letters from Greeks nationwide offering to go home and fight. He notes most writers want passage paid, but the Greek government has not budgeted travel.
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New York
WM. D Botussi
Greece
Greek Vice Consul Ordered To Leave Canea
March dispatch reports M Baraklis the Greek vice consul must depart Crete after King George to aid besieged Muslim communities. Diplomats rejected his warship request, offered a Russian torpedo boat which he declined. Six hundred troops to maintain order designated by foreign admirals. Crete gendarmerie disbanded with Hendarmes officers leaving. Montenegrins kept by Russia for services.
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Withdraw Ministers Owed to Powers Withdraw from Athens
A semiliterally announced notice states Cheeke’s ministers will be withdrawn from Athens due to adverse pressure from the Powers.
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Levy Bros Modern Bargain Store Spring Sale Notice
Levy Bros announces a special surprise sale to clear space for new spring goods. Limited space forces quick discounts on dress goods, shirtings, linen finishes, lawns, ginghams, fannel cloth, and ladies dresses with varied prices and many colors. Focused on showcasing new arrivals and urging customers to visit the shop.
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Populists and Constitutional Convention Talk Surges
A Danville Virginia dispatch notes Populist leaders plan a convention to discuss the fall election and a constitutional convention with possible fusion work. Friction over Elyson and Swanson hints dominate Republican patronage talk as campaigns and local visits unfold.
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Riley
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Pest Control Ad Claims Bed Bugs Cure for a Year
An old ad markets West s BID BUC POISON by Mead Ebuis promising bed bug elimination for a year. It specifies a bottle containing corrosive sublimate and alcohol sold at 400 Malin Street for 26 cents, urging immediate cleaning before Patrick s Day.
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