Roosevelt Battleship Plan Falls in Senate
Roosevelt asserts two battleships this year with promise of two more showcases U S naval strength but fails to secure four ships, a move seen as needed to dictate world disarmament terms. The debate spanned three days as supporters urged larger naval force while opponents warned against overreach.
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Brownville murder shocks northern New York
In Brownville four miles west of Watertown a brutal murder is reported, described as the most brutal in the area since the Sacket Harbor tragedy. The victim is named Mrs. Sarah Bren, and authorities say the motive is tied to theft and a home deed confusion. Neighbors allegedly arrested report confessions.
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Steel Trust Hit by Tight Money
New York April 28 Directors of United States Steel corporation declare a quarterly dividend of 1 percent on preferred and 1 percent of 1 percent on common stock. Net earnings for the quarter ending March 31 total $18,229,000, down $20,893,000 from a year ago. Surplus for the quarter falls $3,677,000 to $7,900,000.
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Explosion on Britannia injures crew at sea
Portsmouth reports an explosion on the British battleship Britannia with several men injured and the ship expected to reach Portsmouth tonight. In London the Gladiator disaster lists 23 missing as authorities confirm the list is complete with no further bodies found.
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Senate OKs aid for cyclone victims in south
April 28 The senate approved a house resolution authorizing the secretary of war to furnish relief to persons in the south harmed by recent cyclones. The action directs funds and assistance measures for affected communities across South and Washington areas.
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Ex Premier Campbell Bannerman Buried in Meigle Churchyard
The body of Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, late British prime minister, was laid to rest beside his wife in Meigle Scotland, April 28, with a large mourners gathering. In San Francisco, J Dalzell Brown, former manager of California Safe Deposit and Trust, pleaded guilty to embezzling 65 Sacramento Gas and Electric mortgage bonds and received 18 months at San Quentin.
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Paper Mills Controlled Output Dispute Heard In Congress
Washington April 28 John Norris of the New York Times testified before the house special committee on newsprint and wood pulp about shutting down mills to curb competition He cited statements and mergers showing price fixing and distribution agreements among mills and publishers He noted manufacturers met annually to set prices and to illustrate customers publishers were under control. The hearing also touched on tariff discussions and the ongoing investigation led by Mann and Medill McCormick.
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Iowa mulct law does not legalize liquor business
Des Moines reports Attorney General Byers ruled the Iowa mulct law does not legalize liquor traffic. Corporations cannot be organized to run saloons, and existing companies cannot own saloons. The ruling addresses a Sioux City cooperative stock license attempt and clarifies penalties under the prohibitory statute.
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Fleet voyage mapped for Atlantic battleship group
Washington reported estimates show the Atlantic fleet will cover about 42 500 miles by the time it reaches Hampton Roads next February. The voyage path includes San Francisco to the Philippines, to China and Japan, back to Manila with Auckland and Honolulu as major legs. The trip features wireless contact for six days and coal stops at Samoa and Albany.
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Galla Sinks After Night Collision Off Kentish Coast
British torpedo boat destroyer Galla was cut in two and sunk off the Kentish coast in the North Sea during night maneuvers near Harwich. Scout Attentive caused the disaster. Ribble assisted and returned to Sheerness with two water-filled compartments. Engineer and Lieutenant Fletcher drowned. no other casualties.
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Roosevelt Pledges National Action on Wealth and Corruption
Washington April 28 President Roosevelt renews calls for strong national measures to curb predatory wealth and curb corruption in labor and capital. He urges expanded powers for the Interstate Commerce Commission, postal savings banks, and comprehensive tariff and financial reforms to be enacted by a new Congress. His message arrives amid tight parliamentary attention and postponed readings.
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Silverstein Dies From Union Square Bomb Injuries
New York April 28 Selig Silverstein an anarchist who sought to bomb police in Union Square died today from injuries suffered in the blast. His companion was killed outright in the explosion.
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Car war at an end citizens ride free
Cleveland citizens ride on street cars free today as the Cleveland Railway company ends a prolonged dispute. President Dupont, who leads the newly organized system, announced the cessation of troubles with midnight action and free transportation to mark the settlement.
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Thirteen Drown When Boat Upsets in St Francis River
Helena Arkansas April 28 Thirteen drowned when the Marion a 65 ton show boat capsized in the St Francis River. The vessel carrying carnival company members left Helena Sunday afternoon and was struck by a storm causing the overturn. Ten foot waves swept the hull and 13 were washed away before rescue. Frank Berg of Chicago listed as missing. Phoenix Arizona April 28 Colonel Myron H McCord collector of customs at Nagers died here yesterday of Brights disease aged 67. He was a Civil War veteran and former Wisconsin congressman.
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Congress Briefs: Roosevelt Battleship Program Fails in Senate
Yesterday in Congress the Senate rejected President Roosevelt's four battleship program after a three day debate, approving a $123,115,659 measure for two battleships two colliers and related naval construction, while the House debated the sundry civil bill and considered tax and war funding issues.
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