Hobson Pleads For Great Navy In Defense Of Peace
Congressman from Alabama Captain Richmond Pearson Hobson urged a stronger U S Navy to deter war with Japan and secure Pacific coast defenses. He argued the Hague tribunal cannot settle major disputes and that only a powerful fleet can protect coastlines and ensure white supremacy at sea and urged adoption of a substantial navy through a mass public vote.
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United States
Japan
Pacific
England
America
California
Richmond Pearson Hobson
M. F. Church
Hobson
Alabama
Hague Tribunal
Hteights
Corea
China
Atlantic
War Department
Oregon
Congress
Train Collision Injures Several Near Fresno
Fresno, Calif. April 24. The southbound Owl from San Francisco to Los Angeles collided with a freight engine ten miles from the city, as freight cars had not been cleared from the main track. Mrs. A. J. Stewart of Los Angeles sustained serious injuries. others including Mrs. 7. G. Mitchell, Mrs. B. R. Smith of Fresno, C. B. Libbey, R. H. Moore, E. W. Sommers, and Porter Whidden were cut or bruised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fresno
Calif
San Francines
Los Angelo
Mendota
A. J. Stewart
Los Angeles
Mra
Mitchell
BR. Smith
C. B. Libbey
New York
R. H. Moore
E. W. Sommers
Porter Whidden
Banker Ross 5 Found Guilty in Larceny Case
J Thoburn Ross president of the defunct Tithe Guarantee Trust was found guilty of larceny by a Salem jury. The verdict covers $245,000 of state school funds misappropriated while in custody as bank head. Sentencing set for Monday. max penalty 15 years and fines up to twice the misappropriated amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Ore
J. Thoburn Ross
Tithe Guarantee & Trust Company
Steele
Portland
VY. M. CC. AL
Churohy
Ross
Tithe Guarantee and Trust Company
Athlethop
Ink
J. Thorburn Rossa
T Morkheardt
Fight in Austrian Colony injures man near Hoquiam
At Hoquiam Washington on Tuesday a general fight erupted in the Austrian colony. Knives axes and other weapons were used. One man was so badly injured that he may die.
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Hoquiam
Wash
Plot to murder Heney foiled in Oakland schemes
San Francisco reports reveal a plan to kill Frank Heney and Rudolph Spreckles during their graft prosecution. A riot would be started in Oakland and the men shot, but the plot failed as the pair did not appear. A second attempt to lure them to Oakland for a conference also fizzled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Frankela J. Heney
Rudolph Spreckles
Heney
Spreckles
Oakland
Oakland Tribune
Anid
Italians Win Briar Cliff Auto Race in 256 Miles
In Briar Cliff New York 250000 spectators witnessed the 256 mile Briar Cliff trophy race. Isotia driven by Strange won. Fiat took second. Sterns car with Vaughan third. several accidents marred the event. A. Smith Hopkins died of heart failure before start. Watson injured. Henry Wilcox and Washington Kirkpatrick hurt. Mrs Therson burned. front wheel collapse injured driver and mechanic briefly.
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Briar Cliff
N. Y
Isotia
Strange
A. Smith Hopkins
East View Almshouse
Watson
Henry Wilcox
Washington Kirkpatrick
Charles Therson
Maria
Fiat
Sterns
Vaughan
Apperson
Lytle
Blanei
Satori
Desperate British Fight on Indian Frontier
On the northern frontier at Simian India a battle raged between British troops and tribesmen with Afghan allies. Sixty British soldiers were killed or wounded after being trapped in a narrow defile. Reinforcements requested as Lord Kitchener assumes command and expresses confidence the rebellion will be suppressed.
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Simian
India
Lor Kitchener
Prince Helle De Sagan Escorts Anna Gould in Naples
In Naples on April 24 Prince Helle De Sagan met Anna Gould on the deck and escorted her to a hotel for her stay during the voyage. He kissed her affably as the party moved, and reports suggest preparations are underway for an early project or wording.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kis
Anna
Naples
Italy
Prince Helle de Sagan
Anna Gould
Mme. Gould
Roosevelt plans first year abroad after presidency
Washington reports that Roosevelt intends to hunt big game in South Africa next year if no unforeseen events occur. The plan calls for a stay in England with a brief, informal visit before proceeding to South Africa, marking the only definite plan for his first year out of office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
South Africa
England
Weather-affected prep game results reported
Rain delays hit Seattie-Seattie and Butte fame, Tecomy-Thoma Vancouver and Spokane-Spokane districts, Aberdeen results uncertain. Walla Walla high school show Wiltshire high school score 9 to 4 in uncertain conditions.
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Seattie
Butte Fame
Tecomy—Thoma Vancouver
Spokane
Aberdeen
Walla Walha
Walla Wally High School
Wiltshire High School
Goldman Sadie &Mo Engages Gold for Paris Shipment
New York on April 20 reports Goldman Sadie &Mo announced engagement of 500000 dollars worth of gold for shipment to Paris. This increases the total engaged for export in the current movement to 2500000 dollars.
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New York
Goldman Sadie &Mo
Paris
Bank Robbers Strike Ky Bank in Morning Heist
Bank robbers wearing masks raided a Kentucky bank in Bandana on April 24 and secured about 4000 dollars. They cut telephone wires to hinder pursuit as they fled the scene.
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Bandana
Duke Duc De Chaulnes Dies in Paris Hotel
Paris reports the death of Duc De Chaulnes husband of Theaters Shouts found dead in bed at Langham hotel. Heart disease given as the cause. The couple had married two months and the duchess, awakened by screams, was left stunned by the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Duc de Chaulnes
Langham Hotel
Robbery at No Springs gambling house indicts four masked men
Four masked men robbed a No Springs gambling house yesterday morning, taking about $10,000 after entering through a rear door. They herded players against the wall and the leader gathered the cash before the alarm sounded, according to early reports.
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No Springs
Ark
Indiana
Pines
Goulds to Meet. Romantic Troubles Seen Ending
New York April 24 Mrs Edward Rolley mother of Mrs Frank JT Gould said Frank Gould who went to Hot Springs after leaving his wife would return Monday for a meeting with Mrs Gould She believes the couple are deeply in love and will not be separated long, ending their troubles.
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New York
Hdward Rolley
Frank JT. Gould
Frank Gould
Mra
Officers Ride While Jackies Boa
Admiral Thomas and 260 officers relaxed duties and toured in automobiles through Pasadena and San Bernardino valleys. A luncheon was held at Anna Dall Golf club as more than 4,000 bluejackets gathered to watch heavyweight, welterweight and featherweight bouts with bets over 100,000. Fireworks closed the entertainment and many officers were hosted for private dinners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Admiral Thomas
Pasadena
San Permiunde
Tluncheon
Anna Dall Golf Club
Gox Buggies
Altert
Missouri
Sehlossberg
White Woman Kills Wench Over Children in Memphi Fight
In Memphis, Tennessee, on April 20, Mrs. James Wright fatally shot Lella Gordon with a shotgun after a quarrel sparked by children playing with nearby Black youths. Wright reloaded, pursued Mary Davis, fired once but missed. A struggle occurred, during which Mrs. Wright’s sister-in-law, Mrs. John Wright, was beaten by Davis and Gordon women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
James Wright
Lella Gordon
Davis
Gordon
Express Train Ditching Wreck Leaves Cars On Track
Cameroo New York April 24 the Chicago Limited express on the Erie railroad ran at 60 miles an hour and was ditched this morning. Every car except the Pullmans left the track with twenty persons slightly bruised. The rails spread is blamed for the wreck. Engineer Vanderman stayed at his post despite believed danger.
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Cameroo
N. Y
Erie
Vanderman
Simon Whitney Arrested for Horse Stealing
Simon Whitney, an Indian, is jailed on a horse stealing charge after Sheriff Taylor arrested him yesterday afternoon. He allegedly took a team and a back belonging to an Indian woman on the reservation. Whitney had recently returned from Portland after completing a federal jail term for liquor possession on the reservation.
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Simon Whitney
Taylor
Whitney
Portland
Pendleton Academy plans expansion and fundraising drive
Pendleton Academy indicates plans to widen facilities and boost enrollment, with a likely field agent to lead an endowment campaign and solicit funds and students in eastern Oregon counties. Koontz Hall overfull this year signals need for larger dorms. possible expansion at Bounty Hall for girls. A summer campaign in eastern counties aims to start next year with both dormitories overflowing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton Academy
Oregon
Whitman College
Umatilla County
Umatilla
Cyclone Destroys Town Walls Mise and Memphis
A cyclone swept over Walls Mise tearing through the town and Memphis on April 24 killing three people and injuring several others. All wires are down and extensive destruction reported. Local authorities brace for recovery efforts as residents assess damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Walls Mise
Toling
Leadership reorganized for Thomas Kens eth Calling unit
Arrangements were made to organize a company of the same national guard in Ellensburg. Thirty five men have been signed to the roster and two members will be recruited before receiving their commissions.
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Wolme
Thomas Kenseth
Ellensburg
University head seeks Oregon support for state university
President P L Campbell of the University of Oregon tours the state in support of the appropriation. He argues for strong public backing and sees no enmity with the agricultural college. Campbell notes backing from O A C graduates and university alumni as he travels to Walla Walla and western Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregonians
Varsity
Agricultural College
P. L. Campbell
University of Oregon
Campbell
la Grande
Oregon
Ashland
Presider Campbell
A. C. Hampton
Wallaa Walla
Western Oregon
Nevada bank receivership ordered in five towns
Carson April 24 State Bank Examiner Hofer seized control of Rickey banks at Carson Tonopah Goldfield Blair and Manhattan and ordered business halted. The State Bank & Trust company had closed October 20 and a receiver appointment will become permanent if not rehabilitated by May 15.
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Carson
State Bank
Hofer
Rickey
Tonopah
Goldfield
Blair
Manhattan
State Bank & Trust Company
Murder Follows Drinking Dispute in San Francisco
Henry Baker aged 62 was killed after a quarrel with neighbors over a drinking bout. Found at daylight with two bullet holes in the chest. Police seek Italian suspect Louis Colombo believed to have fired the shots.
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San Francisco
Henry Baker
Louis Colombo
Two Big Banks Suspended In Owensboro
Two large Owensboro banks suspend operations due to collection failures. Owensboro Savings Bank & Trust Co with 200000 capital and about 1,000,000 in deposits, and Digies County Bank & Trust Co with 50000 capital and about 700,000 in deposits. The institutions were closed and later reopened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owenshoro
Owenabora Savings Bank & Trust Company
Digies County Bank and Trust Co
Secretary Taft Called to Panama Mission May
Washington reports Secretary of War Taft will travel to Panama in May for a critical period of his campaign. The exact task prompting the trip remains unclear, while critics note his absence from the War Office as subordinates assume matters.
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Washington
Taft
Panama
War Office
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