Feverish Stock Exchange Battle Rages in New York
Traders mired in volatile action as all stock boards surged then fell with wild swings. Burlington gains boost optimism for a high price to Rock Island and St Paul prospects, while Rock Island shows a 12 point late-day advance amid frantic buying and erratic closes. Chicago grain also steadies with May corn recovering and oats rallying.
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Burlington
Hill
St. Paul
Rork Island Road
Chicago
No invitation to Aguinaldo reported by Root
Secretary Root dismissed as unfounded the claims that Emilio Aguinaldo had been invited to visit the United States or would be coming soon. The statement, issued in Washington, refutes the circulating reports about an invitation or imminent arrival.
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Mritis
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Venezuela
Little Republic
William Waldorf Astor
Pall Mall Gazette
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Castro
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Tenacio Andrade
Dr. Rodriguez
Loomis
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Dia
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Steamer Chester W Chapin Ashore in Narragansett Bay
New York April 1 the steamer Chester W Chapin of the New Haven steadboat line went ashore on Patience Island Narragansett bay at 9 oclock last night in heavy fog. The vessel was bound from Providence for New York with a large number of passengers who were saved.
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Toledo
Eleanore Meredith
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Filnes & Co
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Vernor Allen
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Crete
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Capirar Barrell Dow
Jax Jordon MacRae
West Virginia hit by storms report snow and flood fears
Reports from across West Virginia describe severe snow rain and windstorms with high streams and widespread losses. Warnings speak of a possible Ohio River flood surge as wires are down and communication limited.
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Wheeling
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Prominent Divine Dies in Michigan
Marshall, Mich April 4 Rev George F Hunting a leading Presbyterian minister in the country died here today of paralysis. Also Venezuela crisis discussed by British businessmen with fear of internal turmoil and calls for US concise intervention.
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Marshall
Mich
George F. Hunting
Pittsburg Sways Under Heavy Storm Flood Threats
Pittsburg endured a major storm that halted electric service and streetcar travel, isolating the city as heavy rain and snow coated wires and toppled poles. Flood risks rose from rising river levels while rail lines and telegraph networks suffered widespread outages and delays across the region including Wilkinsburg and McKeesport.
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China Declines Manchurian Convention Signing
Peking reports China will not sign the Manchurian convention due to fear of antagonizing other powers. China seeks friendly terms with all nations as Li Hung Chang says the matter is settled, while Prince Ching claims unity against signing. Russia notified informally of the stance.
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All Claims Not Filed in General Claim Process
Peking April 4 ministers of the powers await instructions on articles 8 and 9 of the protocol. British German and Japanese claims ready soon. private claims due by May 14. Von Waldersee reports 1,000 Chinese robbers defeated near Tien Tsin. troops patrol to protect inhabitants. London notes Japanese press bellicosity. Victoria reports temple demolition at Peril resulting in deaths.
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Vi Hung Chang
Prince Ching] Ti
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War Office
Count von Waldersee
Tien T
Mercy hospital to close by bishop order in Iron Mountain
Mercy hospital known as Emergency hospital will close its doors by order of Bishop Eis after an ecclesiastical scandal from January. Ellen Hogan a hospital novitiate was jailed on insanity charges contested by the probate court, with theft accusations by the mother superior. Hogan later made serious charges including drunkenness, prompting the bishop to order the institution closed.
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Iron Mountain
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Willl
Eis
Ellen Hogan
Miss Mogan
Bergeron
White Star Celtic to Be Largest Vessel Yet Built
London reports the White Star line plans to launch the Celtic in Belfast late this week. The 20,000 ton liner will be broader than long with 1,700 steerage berths and private rooms. Designers emphasize passenger comfort and immigrant capacity over speed.
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Marriage not a failure He loses a scholarship gains fellowship
Franklin Indiana April 4 Bailey a Franklin college graduate and Chicago university student had a scholarship forfeited after marrying Miss Celestine Wood. He earned a university fellowship worth 420 annually versus 205 for a scholarship, proving marriage not a bar to advancement.
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W. Palley
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City Marshal Kills Footpad in Colorado Saloon Hold Up
A battle at a Colorado saloon involved City Marshal McBeth and two masked robbers. Albert Tileble, one robber, was killed. a companion wounded and later died. McBeth returned fire after hearing shots. robbers fled through doors as others were shot. Casualty details and dates vary in the report.
Columbia Denies Sellout in Panama Canal Plot
Washington reports denials of Morgan leading a syndicate to build the canal and pledging U S cooperation with Colombia. A memorandum from Minister Sil to Secretary Hay outlines a long term lease terms for canal territory with staged payments, royalties, and no sovereignty cession, plus freedom for French and Panamanian concessions.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
Ianata Canal
McKinley
Colon
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White House
State Department
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Sil
Hay
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Colombia
Oconomowoc Hotel Destroyed By Fire In Wisconsin
Oconomowoc Wisconsin reports a devastating fire that destroyed the Hotel Chicago on Tuesday afternoon. The pastry cook’s room basement fire started the blaze, leaving a bare chimney and charred timbers behind. Much of the contents were saved. the hotel was insured for 4000 dollars with several insurance companies listed.
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Milwaukee
St. Paul Rathways
Frank Wood
Arthur Thompson
Cone Ranch
Virgil
World News Sparks a Gale Peril and Ship Delays
A storm off Queenstown prevents mail and passengers from landing as the Oceanic and Wassland struggle to reach port. The Buenos Ayrian reports signals of a ship near Ireland while U S officials dispatch officers aboard the St Louis to the Paris Exposition task. Also noted are plague deaths in Cape Town and naval yard layoffs in Vallejo amid fund shortages.
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House Adopts Bill Fixing Penalty For Kidnaping
Springfield reports the senate passed a bill repealing the Case garnishment act and reenacting wage exemptions of 50 dollars per month. The house approved a separate measure to punish kidnappers with the death penalty or five years in prison.
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Springfield
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Important Proposals Made by Aguinaldo
A Washington dispatch to The Herald reports Aguinaldo has proposed surrender terms for all Philippine insurgents through General MacArthur. The proposals were reviewed at cabinet meetings, with Secretary Root sending instructions in reply. The president will not meet with Aguinaldo, but may welcome his influence and consider his conduct in the prisoner’s future.
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MacArthur
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Root
Hiis
Commissions Signed for New Generals
Washington April 4 the president signed commissions of Lloyd H Wheaton as major general and Jacob K Smith and Frederick Fanston as brigadier generals in the United States army.
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Lloyd H. Wheaton
Jacob K. Smith
Frederick Fanston
United States Army
Notable Increase in the Civil List
London on April 4 reports a committee’s recommendation to fix the civil list at 470000 pounds, marking a net rise of 67000 pounds. The proposal outlines a higher annual allowance for government spending and officials.
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Attempted Czar Attack Reported in Vienna Dispatch
Vienna dispatch claims an officer guard entered the czar's study and fired at him with a revolver. The czar was unharmed and the officer then killed himself. The story is doubted by sources.
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Vienna
Miners Entombed as Tilden Mine Shaft Burns
Bessemer Michigan April 4 Shaft No 7 at the Tilden mine is on fire with 150 men underground. Authorities report no danger of loss of life though emergency crews battle the blaze and evacuations are underway.
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Tilden
New Steamer Celtic Launched in Belfast
The White Star line launched the steamer Celtic in Belfast on April 4 in front of a large gathering. The vessel measures 6509 feet in length, 75 feet beam, 44.1 feet depth, and is designed to carry about 1,700 emigrant passengers.
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White Star Line
Celtic
Bulls crushed on Chicago Board as prices collapse
Chicago April 4 Bulls in grain faced a market rout on the board of trade with millions of bushels dumped as quotations crumbled. Heavy selling led by George H Phillips pushed May corn below 45 cents, while wheat and oats also fell amid margin calls and bear pressure on Liverpool and the outside markets. Phillips liquidated vast holdings as prices slid, yet no financial distress appeared on the exchange.
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George H. Phillips
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