County Officials Death Defers Norris Trial
The Norris trial in Fort Worth was adjourned until tomorrow after the death of a county official. Mrs. Norris was expected to testify today as Judge Simmons noted threats to his political future amid the case. Witnesses described a coat found with an indictment and the tense exchanges between counsel marked the proceedings.
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Associated Pross Dispatch
Fort Worth
Norris
Simmons
Mrshal Peninger
Norrig
Sheare
Fort Worth financier Capt M B Loyd dies at home
Captain M B Loyd founder of the Fort Worth First National Bank died at his Fort Worth home yesterday. He was a prominent financier in Texas.
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M.B. Loyd
Fort Worth
M. B. Loyd
Rescue Doubts Persist After Titanic Disaster Report
Reporter notes sensational Campden claim of 2,000 dead while official estimates remain at about 1,312. Wireless station details referenced but unverified, as search for survivors continues with no confirmed wreckage found.
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Camperdown
Titanic Disaster Reports Spark Public Outrage and Grief
Reports from Camperdown and Carpathia describe the sinking of the Titanic after striking an iceberg. Survivors aboard Carpathia tally 658 as ships race to aid and recover bodies, while experts debate design flaws and lifeboat insufficiency with losses estimated between 26 and 35 million dollars. Notable figures like Astor and Stead are feared dead.
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England
Germany
United States
Washington
Parliament May Investigate Shortage of Lifeboats
London April 17 associate press dispatch reports public indignation over the Titanic carrying insufficient lifeboats. Members of parliament seek an inquiry into Monday's false safety reports surrounding the disaster.
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Parliament
Ndon
Names Saved From Carpathia Mystery Narrow Down
Washington dispatch reports the cruiser Chester wired that all first and second class Carpathia survivors have been named ashore. Only third class survivors remain to be reported, leaving no confirmation for notable men like Astor, Stead, or Butt. A Congressional inquiry will seek survivors’ testimonies about steamship officials' inability to save all lives.
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Chester
Iv—ritish
Associated Press
Washington
Navy Department
Astor
Stead
Butt
Congressional Committee
Titanic Survivor Bonnell Claims Women Saved
New York April 17 Mrs Car line Bonnell one of the Titanic survivors wired from the Carpashia that all the women on the ship were saved.
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Associated Press Dispatch
New York
Carol Ne Bonnell
Icebergs Sighted Near Titanic Wreck Area
Associated Press dispatch from Halifax reports twenty icebergs sighted near the area where the Titanic sank as ships navigate treacherous northern waters on April 17.
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Associated Press Dispatch
Halifax
The
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Noted Author Futrelle Survives Carpathia Sinking
London April 17 Jacques Futrelle renowned author is reported among Carpathia survivors along with his wife.
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PS Safe
Associated Press Dispatch
London
Jacques Futrelle
Titanic Disaster Wireless Report Still Not Confirmed
The Titanic sinking remains unverified by wireless messages from the Carpathia as of noon Wednesday. Reports earlier claiming safety proved rumors or hoaxes, with a detailed account expected from the Bruce Line ship reporting from Australia.
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Bruce
Austalia
Walk-out on Mexican National lines halts service
Not an American engineer or conductor is working today on the Northern and Gulf divisions of the Mexican National lines. The walk-out seems complete.
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Associated Press Dispatch
Laredo
Weather Report for New Orleans Tonight and Thursday
Tonight in New Orleans is fair and warmer. Thursday also fair and warmer.
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New Orleans
Deposit Your Money with Us Capital and Surplus
Capital and surplus details show W. T. Johnson as President A. D Turner as Vice-President L. H. Schweer acting V. Pres H. F. Schweer as Cashier W. F. Woodward as Ass't Cashier Jack Christal as Ass't Cashier listed in the bank's notice of funds and staff roles.
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W. T. Johnson
A. D Turner
L. H. Schweer
Act
V. Pres
H. F. Schweer
W. F. Woodward
Jack Christal
TWO ENEMIES OF SUCCESS AND A BANK PROMO
An old bank advertisement urges readers to stop worrying about yesterday and doubting tomorrow. It promotes opening an account with Exchange National Bank, promising safety and service and offering help in every reasonable way.
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Exchange National Bank
Gas promoters seek franchise in Denton
W H Thompson of Cincinnati and Wade Hampton of Wichita Falls urge Denton officials to grant a thirty year gas franchise at a maximum price of 50 cents per 1000 cubic feet with a 10 discount for cash. Free lights and fuel would be provided to city buildings and gas would reach customers within a year of passage.
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Denton
W. H. H. Thompson
Cincinnati
Petrolia
Exchange Bank
Thompson
Wade Hampton
Wichita Falls
Gainesville
Dallas
Fort Worth
Denton County
Messrs. Thompson and
Hampton
Chamber of Commerce
Flood Threat Grows in Northeast Louisiana After Heavy Rain
In New Orleans, April 17, heavy rains last night worsened flooding in northeast Louisiana. No loss of life is reported as authorities monitor rising waters and evacuations.
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State
Louisiana
Antifutures Bill Favored by House Committee
Associated Press dispatch notes the House committee voted to report favorably bills to end gambling in cotton and grain. Congressman Beall of Texas supported the cotton measure.
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Assocated Press Dispatch
Washington
House Committee
Beall
Texas
Lipscomb Drug Store Prescription Delivery
A local notice from Lipscoms Drug Store on West Side Square states they offer prescription calls and delivery. The ad notes two telephone lines for ordering and emphasizes home and office delivery services.
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West Side Square
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