Morgan Gives Details On Northern Securities and Burlington Deal
J P Morgan testified in New York before Special Examiner Mabey in the Peter Power suit to block Northern Securities control of the Northern Pacific. He described aiding the Burlington purchase, reorganizing the Northern Pacific, and his role as banker and fiscal agent for Northwest railroads amid competition with the Great Northern.
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Philadelphia Times
New York
J. P. Morgan
United States
Richard A. Mabey
Peter Power
Northern Securities Company
Northern Pacific Railroad
Federal Building
Mr. Morgan
Messrs. Steele and
Perkins
Morgan
George Alfred Lamb
Guernsey
Wer
Abe
Appa
Hoteric Pacific Railway Company
Northern Pacific
Watt
Kéothees Pacific
King
Burlington
I. Central
St. Ei
Atioith Brons
St. Paul
Morgan and Hill in Northern Pacific holding plan
Testimony details the 1900s dealings over Burlington and Northern Pacific stock. Morgan and Hill discuss price, control, and motives, including the creation of a holding company to custodian stock and shield competition. George F Baker is set to testify next.
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Northern Securities Company
Hill
Great Northern
Ren
Northern Securities
J. P. Morgan & Co
Northern Pacific
Mr. Morgan
Mr. Stetson
Milar
Boutelle
Morgan
Emank’ Gap
I ‘ Hy
George F Baker
Washington’s Bill Ready St Paul Proceedings Against Northern Securities
Washington files its complaint in the Northern Securities case with the U S Supreme Court. Officers of Great Northern and Northern Pacific served and mailed to East. Attorney General Stratton to file in Washington. Trial date set for Monday April 7.
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ST. Paul
State of Washington
Northern Securities Company
Great Northern and Northern Pacific
Securities Company
Douglas
Minnesota
Knox
W. B. Stratton
Washington
Minneapolis
Supra Court
Hayti Dismisses Police Chief Over Frenchman's Execution
Hayti chief of police General Camineau, held responsible for the immediate shooting of Leon Gabriel, a French citizen, on March 22, has been dismissed at the request of the French government. The incident occurred during a confrontation as Gabriel attempted arrest in a revolt context near President Sam. The firing wounded Gabriel on the spot and negotiations followed.
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Port Au’ Prince
Hayti
Camineau
Leon Gabriel
Gabriel
Sam
Pope Urges World Prayer for Peace Between Britain and Boers
The Osservatore Romano reports an article said to be by the Pope calling Christians worldwide to pray for an end to fighting between Britain and the Boers. The appeal emphasizes peaceful resolution and unity among nations.
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Rome
Osservatore Romano
Oficlal
Vatican
Miss Stone Sets Sail for London to Return to America
American missionary Miss Elien M. Stone leaves Salonica in Roumelia for London en route home to the United States. She will sail from London to America after reaching there.
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Salonica
London
Roumelia
Elien M. Stone
America
Miners Find Monster Nugget in Oklahoma Hills
Lawton excitement erupts in the Wichita Mountains after miners uncover a giant nugget weighing eighty five pounds and claimed to be eighty eight percent pure gold. Found in Devil's Canyon, the discovery shocks local gold seekers and crowds gather at the site.
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Guthrie
Okla
Lawton
Wichita Mountains
Devil's Canyon
Cuban Relief Moves Toward House Vote On Paynes Plan
Washington march 26 the wars and means committee prepares a favorable report on the Payne bill cutting the sugar differential. Babcock’s vote secured to keep the measure pure and head to the House without amendments. Generals Lee and Quesada figure in Cuban ministerial hopes while naval coaling stations are arranged in Cuba under Platt terms.
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Philadelphia Times
Washington
Dalzell
Payne
White House
Representative McClellan
McClellan
Babcock
House
Committee
Henderson
Senate
Roosevelt
United States
Bradford
Guantanamo Bay
Cuba
Havana
Triscornia
Wood
War Department
Root
Europe May Form Iron Trust Negotiations Begin
Europe May reports in London on March 27 that Matt Hay announces negotiations underway to form a large iron trade alliance. Aimed at boosting output and stabilizing prices, the talks involve key producers and carriers across the continent.
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Europe
Iron Trust
London
Matthay
Gigentic Tron Combinaa
Hanna on both sides in ship subsidy debate
Senator Mark Hanna refused Coast Seamen's Union request to influence an amendment to the ship subsidy bill. He argued subsidies should favor ships with American crews, noting Pacific coast owners pay low wages while unions seek higher pay, and said he must keep good relations with capital as well as labor.
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New York
Mark Hanna
Coast Seamen's Union
Bird
Hanna
Pacific Coast
Roosevelt Motto: Do Not Foul Do Not Flinch Strike the Line Hard
A boy asked if President Roosevelt really said dont squeal after a struggle. The president diverted the inquiry by sending a football motto: Dont foul, dont flinch, strike the line hard.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Filipino General Captured Near Noriel in Manila
In Manila on March 26 Nortel the insurgent general, except Malvar, was captured with a guard by Lt. Bamford of the Twenty-eighth Infantry. A major, captain, lieutenant and five guard were also taken. Malvar may be among them in disguise. Noriel, a long-time insurgent leader, says the insurrection is over and leaders are fleeing or surrendering. Court-martial continued for Maj. L. W. T. Waller over alleged execution of natives on Samar.
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Manila
Norfel
Warane
Thele
L. W. T. Waller
Marine Corps
Samar Island
Union Ice Plant Burns at Belmont and Jefferson
Fire last night destroyed the Union Ice Company plant and engine house at Belmont avenue and Jefferson street. The blaze spread rapidly, an explosion was heard at the start, and efforts by the firemen tried to stop spread to nearby buildings. Owner John McGarvey estimates losses around 25000 dollars, fully insured.
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Union Ice Company
Belmont Avenue
Jefferson Street
Fremen
John McGarvey
Ice Company
FUNSTON ABUSES NEWSPAPERS IN TOPEKA OUTBURST
General Funston arrived in Topeka en route to California and launched a harsh critique of Eastern newspapers. He accused critics of misquoting his Lotus Club NY speech and proclaimed contempt for their coverage. He argued campaigns allow many tactics except poison or violation of a flag of truce.
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Topeka
Kan
Genral Funston
California
Lotus Club
New York
President to appoint Danish West Indies governor
Washington March 26. The President will appoint a governor for the Danish West Indies after treaty ratification. Several names have been suggested including Jacob Riis of New York City, whom the President is said to favor.
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Washington
Danish West Indies
Senate
Jacob Riis
New York City
Riis
No More Merger Suits Ahead Says Government
Chicago March 26 Unless there is a change in the present plan the government will not file further injunction suits against the Northwestern railways merger until Judges Philips and Grosscup decide the legality of restraining orders now in force A joint hearing likely set for June 23 in Chicago
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Chicago
Northwestern Railways
Philips
Grosscup
Weather Forecast Summary for Local Area
Partly cloudy today with increasing south winds. Maryland region reports cloudy skies in the south and higher temperatures.
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Atin Noertee
Maryland
Capmer
Weather and Ship Arrivals Highlight Local Page
A brief local weather note records a Wednesday March date with normal conditions and a forecast page cross reference. The edition also lists arrivals of ocean liners Bietendam and Rotterdam from New York.
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United States Weather
Bietendam
Botte Rdam
New York
Quay mediates split in Pennsylvania GOP over Elkin bid
Senator Quay travels from Philadelphia to Beaver County to seek peace among Allegheny county Republicans and align Elkin with the State organization. He talks with Oliver and Bigelow factions, aiming to heal rifts in Pittsburg and secure western support before the fall campaign.
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Quay
Philadelphia
Beaver County
Allegheny County
Elkin
Pittsburg
Senator Quay
Pénrose
Olivers
Bigelows
Stone
Governor Stone
Mate Saan
Elkin Campaign Stop in Lebanon for Gubernatorial Bid
Attorney General John P. Elkin campaigned in Lebanon inviting working men at the Eagle Hotel reception. He criticized General Gobin’s long public service record while praising Republican unity and the open gubernatorial contest as a good omen for the party.
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Philadelphia Times
Lebanon
John P. Elkin
Eagle Hotel
General Gobin
Lebanon County
Elkin
Embezzling Bank Teller Sent to Jail in New Orleans
New Orleans reports Samuel Flower, a Hibernia National Bank teller, found guilty of stealing 36000 dollars from the bank. He is sentenced to five years in the penitentiary.
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New Orleans
Samuel Flower
Hibernia National Bank
Dalzell Named as Possible Quay Compromise Governor Candidate
Washington report says Congressman John Dalzell of Pittsburgh is discussed as a compromise governor candidate by Quay forces. Dalzell and Senator Penrose deny any move. Rumor also has Senator Quay urging Congressman Sibley to seek delegates for governor, though Sibley resists county battles.
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Philadelphia
Washington
John Dalzell
Pittsburg
Quay People
Dalzell
Penrose
Quay
Congressman Sibley
Sibley
First Capitol Dome Wedding Unites Cuban Groom and Canadian Bride
Washington report of March 26 describes the first couple married in the Capitol home, Andres Dias Pairo a Cuban groom and Catharine McConehle a Canadian bride, with Justice Bundy officiating and a brief private ceremony. The couple planned a Spain honeymoon after a 300-foot overlook tour and a cab ride away.
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Washington
Capitol
Justice of the Peace
Bundy
Andres Dias Pairo
Catharine McConehle
Justice Bundy
Terra Firma
Senor Palro
Spain
Slump in Asphalt Bonds Triggers Market Drop
Investors fear the Audit Company report on the Asphalt Trust will show earnings below expectations. American Asphalt 5s fell sharply with $110,000 par value dumped and a closing price of $29 as reorganizing steps begin at National and American bondholders meetings.
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New York
Asphalt Trust
National and American Bondholders Protective Committees
National Committee
Will sets $100,000 professorship for Brown University
In Pawtucket on March 26, the will of George L. Littlefield filed for probate earmarks $100,000 to create a George L. Littlefield professorship in American history at Brown University contingent on his widow's death, with remaining estate funds, possibly up to $1,000,000, going to Brown as a general fund. A separate $4,000 bequest funds a George L. Littlefield free bed at Rhode Island Hospital.
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Pawtucket
George L. Littlefield
Brown University
Representative Poe Seeks Inquiry Into Election Corruption
Washington March 26 Representative Poe of North Carolina introduced resolutions stating that large sums were used by party organizations to buy votes and corrupt elections. He urged the Speaker to appoint a thirteen member select committee to investigate whether party groups spent money to influence elections in 1896 1898 or 1900.
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Washington
Poe
North Carolina
Forest Fire Threatens Wopsononock Resort
A mountain forest fire five miles from Altoona threatens Wopsononock, the well known summer resort. Dozens of cottages and Wopsononock Inn are in danger as residents fight the flames to save their property.
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Philadelphia Times
Altoona
Wopsononock
Bolivia and Peru Agree to Arbitration Treaty
The United States State Department released a synopsis of a treaty between Bolivia and Peru. The pact binds both nations to arbitrate all controversies for ten years, with automatic eight year renewals unless denounced six months before expiry. Decisions will follow international law and the 1810 American boundary principle.
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Washington
State Department
Bolivia
Peru
Court Martial Case Filed in Supreme Court
Papers in the court martial of Captain Peter C. Deming were filed in the Supreme Court clerk’s office in Washington. Deming, a volunteer officer, was tried by court martial at Lawrence and appealed to the Circuit Court before his case reached this stage.
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Supreme Court
Washington
Peter C. Deming
United States Supreme Court
Deming
Lawrence
Ng Pipelriad
Martia
Injunction Issued Against Strikers in Norfolk Case
Norfolk judge signs injunction against striking parties connected with the light company. Court action bars interference or any form of disturbance related to the dispute as proceedings proceed.
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Norfolk
Huneckle
Eae Reeee
Othey Thean Light
Patrick Found Guilty of Murder in Rice Case
Albert T. Patrick was convicted in General Sessions of murdering William M. Rice on September 23, 1900. The verdict was murder in the first degree. The Recorder warned jurors to weigh Jones's testimony cautiously as an accomplice witness while considering chloroform and possible poisoning in the prosecution's theory.
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Philadelphia Times
New York
Albert T. Patrick
William Marsh Rice
Patrick
Goff
Jones
Hiouse
Moore
Lawyer House
Rice
Hue
Noted Secretary Confesses In Rice Murder Case
Charles F. Jones, valet to William Marsh Rice, tells Swenson & Co. on September 24 1900 that Rice died the night before. Jones admits Patrick induced him to suffocate Rice with chloroform, leading to Patrick’s conviction and ongoing trial details surrounding the murder inquiry.
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Charles F. Jones
William Marsh Rice
Swenson & Co
Rice
Jones
Albert T. Patrick
Patrick
Patrick Jooy
Albert T. Patrick Sovathet
Rae Seakney
Les'sidte
Roland
Moileeux
Kate
Powers
Z ‘Kennedy
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Gonzalez de Quesada
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Congress
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Bhem
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Samuel Moody
Clayton McMichael
Perry M. Lytle
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Eiaeeaene Rae
Capitol Dome
G. L. Littlefield
New Jersey News
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