Wrecked Bank Officials Sentenced in Courtroom Surprise
March 7 report details Bank of America and American Life Insurance convicts George Workin James Dungan and Louis Pfeiffer receiving four three and two year terms respectively from Judge Arnold. The scene featured fainting threats and dramatic reactions as defendants faced imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ppoual Telzigram
Pruilapeiroia
Bank of Americs
American Live Insurance Company
Pudge Arnold
George F. Workin
Eastern
James
Dungan
Louis E. Pfeiffer
Pfeiffer
Atorney
Arnold
The Charitable Institutions Hear Reports From Harrisburg Commission
The legislative commission investigating charitable and correctional institutions in the state met today in Harrisburg. Three reports were presented two on the House of Refuge and Blind Asylum of Philadelphia and one on the commission's general findings. An additional meeting will occur next week to present reports to the Legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Legislative Commission
Alld
House of Refuge and Biled Asylum
Philadelphia
Clothiers Exchange Lockout Hits Cutters Across Cities
March 7 report notes a lockout after unionization of the Clothiers Exchange. About 4,000 to 5,000 cutters affected as manufacturers and cutters clash over hiring and firing rights. Many workers displaced to New York Philadelphia Boston Washington Cumberland Beaver Falls and Mercer with dozens leaving stations daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochard Mansfield Company
Philadelphia
Boston
Lichts and Shadow's Compt
Washington
D.C
Parnellite Delegates Sail for New York to Aid Evicted Tenants
Jison and fellow Parnellite delegates left Liverpool for New York to raise funds for evicted tenants and for Parnell. They plan to appeal to extremists and vow their cry will not be in vain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jison
Liverpool
New York
Parnell
Plan To Demolish Bevis Marks Synagogue Stirring London Hebrew Community
In Londox on March 7 the Hebrew community discusses reviving a long debated plan to demolish Bevis Marks, the oldest Hebrew place of worship in England. The two story Bevis Marks synagogue in a narrow street houses precious ark and gallery supported by oak pillars. Land values in the area heighten the pressure to remove the historic building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londox
Bevis Marks
England
Loss to Vagliano Firm From Lords Ruling on Forged Bills
The House of Lords ruled on bank liability for forged bills accepted by principals. The Greek firm of Vagliano faces about £100,000 in costs, including £71,500 Giroa, a clerk, obtained from the Bank of England on forged bills. Vagliano, though wealthy, sought final judgment after a long dispute. The £71,500 had sat in the bank for three years without interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexpos
House of Lords
Bankas
Vagliano
Giroa
Bank of England
A New British Hypnotist Demonstrates Powers
Dr Stanley from Trinity College Dublin made his bow at the Hotel Metropole before an expert audience in Loxpox. He demonstrated hypnosis on several volunteers including Mr William Shacter of Washington, with several Americans volunteering as subjects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DE Pant
Stanley
Trinity College, Dublin
Hotel Metropole
Wiliam Shacter
Washington
London
Hawaiian Succession Rumor Denied by Secretary of Legation
Sydney B. Francis Hoffnung, Hawaiian Islands secretary of legation in London, denies reports that Queen Liliuokalani would name her love child as successor. He notes the queen is 61, childless, and married 30 years, calling the rumors false and stating no official link exists for Colonel Ashford or any Canadian treaty mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxport
Sydney
B. Francis Hoffnung
Hawaiian Islands
London
Liliunkani
Sam Parker
Hoffoung
British Foreign Office
Colourel Ashford
Canada
Nihilist Leader Degajeff Arrested in Kostroma
Degajeff, the Nihilist boss and 1883 chief of the Secret Police killer, was captured in Kostroma. He used a false name while lodging with a government official. A 10,000 rouble reward had long stood for his capture. The Kostroma gymnasium instructor tied to the plot killed himself as police forced entry, and several additional arrests followed amid expected sensational developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Degajeff
Seta
Destructive Pine Forest Fire in Landes France
A major blaze in Southwestern France's Landes region has burned about 3,000 acres of pine forest near Yehan on the Bordeaux to Pan railway line. Authorities suspect engine sparks started the fire. The forests supply most of France's resin and form a key local wealth source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
America
France
Landes
Yehan
Bordeaux
Pan
Biarritz
Pyrenees
Parnell Denounces Seceders on Way to Newry
From his carriage en route to Newry Parnell denounces seceders from his party vowing to drive them from the House of Commons and from the country. The remark signals continued internal party strife amid March coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublap
Drusuinx
Newry
Parnell
House of Commons
Disarming Indians in South Dakota Sparks Policy Split
General Morgan rebuts with warnings that disarming Indians could breed injustice and unrest while delaying peace. He advises targeted measures and an Indian police force alongside limited troop garrisons to prevent future trouble. He also outlines an enlistment order for 2,000 Indians and details on skeletal regiments and transfer of officers. The memo cites Dakota incidents and stresses careful justice and security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Morgan
Commissioner of Indian Affairs
Secretary of the Interior
South Dakota
United States
Dakota
Iit
United States Army
Proctor
Piarce
Missouri
Texas
Arizona
Columbia
Hearst Funeral Train Leaves Washington for California
The Hearst funeral train departs Washington in a five sleeper special over the Pennsylvania Road. The casket rests on a catafalque draped with mourning emblems as floral tributes bless the heavy oak case. Escort includes Senators Stanford Pugh Stockbridge Vance Faulkner Bate Berry Barbour Sawyer and Representatives Clunie McComas Milliken Geary Sherman Tucker Gibson Washington Catchings with Sergeant at Arms Valentine in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hearst
Washington
Pennsylvania Road
California
Pullmann
Senate
Stanford
Pugh
Stockbridge
Vance
Faulkner
Bate
Berry
Barbour
Sawyer
Clunie
McComas
Milliken
Geary
Sherman
Tucker
Gibson
Catchings
Valentine
Prince Napoleon Relapse Reported in Rome
The situation in Rome notes Prince Napoleon’s relapse with slight afternoon improvement and his wife Princess Clothilde arriving this morning. A faint hope for recovery is mentioned. Parallel Paris items report M Herbette, French Ambassador to Germany, may travel to Paris in April on furlough amid rumors he may not return to Luin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iby Dunlap
Rome
Napoleon
Clothilde
Herbette
Paris
M. Herbette
Germany
Iuin
Miller Says State Law Applies to Laborer Ills Near Pocahontas
Attorney General Miller informs the Treasury Secretary that alleged ill treatment of Hungarian railroad workers near Pocahontas Virginia falls under state supervision only, cites absence of federal law, and directs state authorities to investigate while U S Attorney assists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WasnineTax
Miller
Secretary of the Treasury
Pocahontas
United States
Postal Service Feature to Start April 1 on Steamships
A new postal service feature will begin operation on April 1, enabling steamship routes between America and Germany to handle mail. The program aims to speed transatlantic correspondence and expand mail service aboard ships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Germany
Washington
Beatty Appointed United States District Judge in Idaho
Washington dispatch reports President Harrison named James H. Beatty to the Idaho United States District Judgeship and to a newly created Circuit Judgeship without Senate confirmation. The move mirrors a precedent used by President Cleveland for a Lacombe circuit seat amid Senate controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
James H. Beatty
United States
Idaho
Harrison
Senate
Beatty
Cleveland
Lacombe
New York
Committee On the Judiciary
Senator Pettigrew Opposes Canada Reciprocity Policy
From Washington March 7 Senator Pettigrew Sioux Falls South Dakota says he opposes reciprocity with Canada. He argues Canada would gain a vast market while American farmers face equal competition and warns England could shift factories to Canada benefiting from the arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J Wasuiseton
Senator Pettigrew
Senate
Sioux Falls
Canada
United States
Canaada
England
Philadelphi mint bill stalemate drags into week
Washington March 7 A Treasury conference failed to resolve the Delaware complex bill. Participants included Congressman Bingham Director Leech Supervising Architect Windrow and Secretary Foster. The group deferred to the Attorney General Miller for a final ruling on the act and its meaning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Phil Delphi
Treasury Department
Bingham
Leech
Windrow
Foster
Department of Justice
Miller
Census figures show Texas population by race in 1940 era
The Census Bureau reports Texas population by race as White 1,741,190 Colored 492,837 Indians 766 Chinese 727 Japanese 3 total 2,235,623. The data reflect demographic counts by race as of the census release date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Census Bureau
State of
Texas
Government Majority In Dominion Election Estimated At Thirty
The latest correct summary shows a government majority of 30 with several constituencies close. Quebec premier Mercier telegraphs he still backs his pre election claim of a Liberal majority in Quebec and Laurier lead, while Nova Scotia New Brunswick Prince Edward Island Manitoba British Columbia and Northwest Territories votes are noted as uncertain.
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Toros To
Ont
Erals
Ontario
Bec
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Prince Edward Island
Manitoba
British Columbia
Npp
Northwest Territories
Premier Mercier
Quebec
Laurier
Notable Travelers Leave City Heads For Florida
Distant movers include David Carter and wife from Ingram B Jones and Mia, Jones and W H Emerson and wife, Dr W H Winslow and wife, H J Heinz and family, all departing within days. Baltimore and Ohio official E D Smith and Mrs Smith returned from Duquesne after a wedding. Recording clerks J A Reede and J C Bradwell noted homeward travel via the city. W L Elkin and party rode a special car to Philadelphia after California trip. Representative Dick Quay in city on return from Harrisburg. Edith Mays Andrews improving from six weeks Typhoid fever. Cyrus Elder and James McMillen of Cambria Iron Works stopped at Sev enth Avenue Hotel, returning to Johnstown. Mrs P Harris owner of Harris Theaters arrived to inspect properties. Dr Murdock returned from the East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
David Carter
Ingram
B. Jones
Mia
Jones
W. H. Emerson
W. H. Winslow
H. J. Heinz
Division
E. D. Smith
Baltimore and Ohio
Mra. Smith
Duquesne
O. W. Bassett
Pittsburg and Western Road
W.L. Elkin
Philadelphia
California
Dick Quay
Harrisburg
Atlantic City
Cyrus Elder
James McMillen
Cambria Iron Works
Seventh Avenue Hotel
Johnstown
P. Harris
Harris Theaters
Dr. Murdock
Coke combine eyed as cause of price woes in iron trade
A telegraph report from March 7 describes a 21 cent per 100 pounds freight rate cut from Pittsburg to Chicago and Mahoning Valley, benefiting pig iron producers but only offering temporary relief. Frick and Carnegie are named as key figures driving coke prices, with coke costs cited at 2.25 dollars per ton versus southern rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Digpator
CuicaGco
Pittsburg
Mahoning Valley
Chicago
Central Traffic Association
H.C. Frick
Conwellsville
R Frick
Mr. Carnegie
Coke Combine
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Frick
Coke
Wevman
New Orleans
Jean
Jammes J. Welcox
Market Street
Second Avenue
Telephone
Local man’s unexplained decline after dinner raises concern
A man appeared well after a hearty Friday dinner but later had labored breathing, drawing attention. Family noted his cheerfulness before retiring to his room around the evening hour, and three hours later he showed distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tention
Politz Threatens Mayor and Jury Bribery in Hennessey Trial
In New Orleans March 7 coroner reports Politz not insane just fearful. Defense for Politz calls witnesses including Lionel Adams while jurors are courted with offers to acquit. Court recesses then Politz calms. allegations include Natali and Scafidi identities and Chicago testimony. Defense plans to close Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Lemonnier
Baker
Politz
John Q Fignon
Shakespeare
Hennessey
Lionel Adams
Matrange
Machecs
Suozeri
Naftali
Chicago
Natali
Illinois Central Railroad
Antonio Salavoni
Antonio Lorcano
South Clark Street
Natsh
Peeler
Scaffidi
Senate uses hole in House to press its advantage
Topeka Kansas March 7 the Senate holds the House in a hole by delaying actions and insisting on amendments as the session nears its end. The Senate acts as an impeachment court for Judge Botkin while maintaining pay and threatening to adjourn after passing the appropriation bills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kan
Senate
House
Botkin
Sixth Judicial District
Grand Army Celebration Planned by Post Representatives
An executive committee representing G. A. R. posts was appointed at a adjourned meeting in Select Council chamber to organize the quarto-centennial celebration of the order. A fall meeting is scheduled for next Saturday at 3 o'clock to include all unrepresented posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Select Council Chamber
Order
Investigating the Sugar Trust Receivers Testify Before Senate
New York March 7. The State Senate Committee on the Sugar Trust resumes hearings with General Henry W. Slocum, acting receiver, testifying that he requested the stock of absorbed companies be turned over by Treasurer Searles but was refused. Havemeyer and White also served as receivers. Slocum prepared his own statement as a result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
State Senate
Sugar Trust
Henry W. Slocum
H. O. Havemeyer
8. W. White
Searles
Havemeyer
Pratt
State Legislature Redistricts State and Funds Exhibits
The legislature winds up its business redistricting the state into eight Democratic and one Republican districts. It appropriates 25000 for a World’s Fair exhibit and 10000 for a geological survey. The Wisconsin Senate designates Artisan’s Day, September 1, a legal holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raueiin
N. C
Wisconsin
Madrson
Wis
Senate
Rockefeller brother signs $100,000 bond in New Haven case
In New York on March 7 the coroner issued warrants for the directors of the New Haven Railroad. William Rockefeller posted bail this afternoon and John D. Rockefeller joined on the bond, securing with his residence valued at $100,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Haven Railroad
William Rockefeller
John D. Rockefeller
Heroic Mother Seeks Rescue as House Burns in Newfoundland
A Bay Roberts house fire costs one life and leaves Mrs. Babcock with severe injuries after she rescues five of her children in turn. She braved flames six times before losing the sixth child, then jumped and broke a leg. Several rescued children are badly burned. The report also details a local merchant ad offering deep discounts on fabric and goods with refund guarantees and free delivery between two cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallmax
John Babcock
Bay Roberts
N. F
Escape bid at Sing Sing ends with capture
John Quig ley and Jet Russell, two prisoners from Sing Sing, attempted an early morning breakout from their cells at about 2 50 a m They moved toward the main corridor before a guard spotted them and ordered surrender The guard fired no shots and both men were quickly ironsed and returned to their cells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Quigley
Jet Russell
Quigsey
Russell
Hodgson Cashes Second 4200 Check At Citizens National Bank
Hodgson, a bookkeeper, raised and cashed a 4200 check at Citizens National Bank tied to Charles Jutte & Co. after earlier 2500 check incidents. Jutte demands action, while police anticipate arrest. firm will prosecute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodgson
Citizens' National
Jette & Co
Duquesne Bank
Citizens’ National Bank
Charles Jutte & Co
Mr. Jutte
McAleese
Jersey City man seeks painless death dies by morphine
Joseph Wilkinson, 62, known as Uncle Joe, told his son he had taken morphine and was dying after studying a medical work for a painless method. He lapsed into unconsciousness and died at 3 20 the same morning in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
Joseph Wilkinson
Mr. Wilkinson
Joe
Wilkinson
Tragic Nationwide Accidents Include Homewood Fatality
A young man, James Fitzpatrick, fatally injured at Homewood after his arm ripped through a window. several other incidents include burns from gas and trains. The report lists multiple injuries from home and work sites, with trains striking two men and a brakeman injured, plus a man cutting an artery during an altercation at a restaurant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homewood
James Firzpatrick
Lawrier—Hobert Sa c
Robert Barr
Mckft
Glenwood Crossing
Hart
Thomas Harbison
Gattie
jJames Gatti
Homewood Station
Frankstown Avenue
Freia
Harry Klemm
Eddie Freia
Valley Road
Freid
GuEntr
Charles Ghentz
Allegheny Valley
Wrylie—Davig
Frank Wying
Benjamin
Allie Davie
Copper Works
Second Avenue
Frank
James Fitzpatrick
Bayley's
Smit Held Street
Deliberate Slayer of Denver Man Convicted of Manslaughter
George B. McCartney shot and killed A. Melburn on Denver’s main street. He lurked in an alley until Melburn appeared then fired into the unarmed victim. A manslaughter verdict was returned, carrying at most a year in county jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PRCTA
Denver
George B. McCartney
Melburn
MacCartney
Supreme Court
McCartner
Eczema Sufferer Describes Treatments and Relief
Mrs Kate Beard of Orange Valley South Jersey recalls persistent limb eczema. She describes daily bandages for a week and a boiling discharge between dressings, then notes use of Curmura Resolvent Crice and Udticuma Soap and eventual improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stold Aindy
Cimi
Ani
Leraleo
CTICU
Kate Beard
Orange Vailey
S.J
Inherited Scrofula and Improvements With Cure
A testimonial from C Stevens O Mahoney of New York describes suffering from scrofula with a crimson facial hue and daily mortification. After trying various remedies with no benefit, he reports marked improvement using Cuticuma Remedies and expresses sincere gratitude for scientific advances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Stevens O' Mahoney
SE. Gthst
New York, S. Y
Cuticura Resolvent and Remedies Advertising Review
An advertisement touts Cuticura Resolvent and related skin and hair products as the best purifiers for blood and impurities, claiming permanent scar treatment and economic cures. It cites external applications for skin conditions and scalp issues, with pricing and testimonials.
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Philadelphia Bank Wreckers
Treiffer
PERM
Moon Srose
My. Terry
Behal
Everbodys
Bir
Moenareca
Work
Dungwa
Graham
Taylor Faance
Dungen
Arouli
Vather
Tonent
Phen Jadee
Pares
Con Charies
Telnghan
Penney
The
Hebrews of
IBY Punlap's Cable Company
Dtnlai
CAHLE
Legation Hoffnung
Donlap
Dunlais Cale Company
General Morgan
Order For
Hamburg
Bremen
Prince Napoleon
United States District Court
8. C. McCandless
A.S. Miller
Gea
Judge Beatty
PROMA
Pondent
Population of
Cial & Bibotay
J. A. Reede
J. C. Bradwell
St. Louis
Edith Mays Andrews
W.R. G. Andrews
Montgromery Avenue
Allegheny
Kansas Republican Senate
Prom
Slocum
Senate Investigating Committee
North Carolina
Rockefeller
Signa
Lonsdale
Thurston Bros
Am . Thornton Bros
Sing Sing
Ram
Eczema
Kave
Cuthura
Betary
Porres Uug and Chemical Corporation
Mestow
Pickering's
Tenth Street
Penn Avenue
Allegheny Mountains
Pickerings
Penn Ave
Tenth ST
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