Philadelphia Riots 3 Dead as Streetcar Strike Grows
Philadelphia faces three dead and many injured as a street railway strike escalates. Rioting spreads through Baldwin Locomotive works crowds and a transit barn explosion prompts calls for state militia. Mayor Reyburn appeals for troops while labor leaders seek a peaceable settlement.
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Weather and crowd scene amid militia clash at holiday turnout
Partly cloudy with rising temperatures. a holiday crowd of about 10,000 gathered, turning volatile as soldiers faced ragged jests that escalated into a riot. Militiamen were surrounded, cartridges and rifles were taken, and mounted police finally intervened to restore order.
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Widespread Plot Found In Lisbon Revolt
Lisbon government perturbed by discovery of a widespread revolutionary plot. Suspects being arrested rapidly as confidential information indicates a cargo of arms and ammunition for the revolutionists is being brought from Germany via the Spanish frontier.
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Senator Brown Defends Income Tax Amendment
Senator Brown of Nebraska argues in the senate that the income tax amendment does not alter state federal relations and opposes Governor Hughes of New York who claimed it would shift the burden to states. He supports adopting the amendment via state legislatures and presses the judiciary inquiry ordered by Senator Borah into its legal effect on state securities.
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Cincinnati man admits aiding empress murder in 1898
Christian Keppler surrendered to Cincinnati police claiming involvement in the assassination of the Austrian empress in 1898. In Cairo Illinois authorities report normalcy returning after threats of race riots as militia patrols continue and soldiers stay on duty through the week.
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Japanese bomber killed by bomb concealed in clothing
Amoy China February 23 A Japanese man was killed when a high explosive hidden on his person ignited accidentally. Authorities suspect he planned an assassination.
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New York Milkmen Hit by Grand Jury Indictment
New York Feb 23 Eight directors of the Consolidated Milk Exchange were indicted this afternoon for alleged violation of the antitrust law. The grand jury handed up the sealed true bill against the eight men, naming them in connection with alleged price fixing and restraint of trade within the dairy industry.
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Commission Plan of Municipal Government Act Sent to Conference
Springfield Tl Feb 23 By a vote of 33 to 3 the senate concurred in house amendments to the Gibson senatorial district direct plurality bill and both primary bills, one covering all offices except legislative, and
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President Appears at Waldorf Astoria Banquet
Tenants cheered the president as he spoke at the Waldorf Astoria during their annual banquet. Earlier he addressed the Society of Cincinnati in New Jersey at the Hotel Plaza on Washington’s life. Only 72 persons, including the president, attended the Society event, and the committee refused to release guest or speaker names.
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Packers Indicted in Chicago and Nationwide Probe
Chicago reports indictments against the National Packing company and 10 subsidiaries prepared by the federal grand jury. Tillman’s condition improves as doctors say he is practically out of danger, sparking rejoicing among his friends.
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Chinese Troops Enter Lhama. Dalai Lama Flees to India
Chinese troops move into Lhama the Tibetan capital as the Dalai Lama and high Lamaist leaders flee ahead of advancing forces. The rapid entry signals a major shift in the region’s control amid ongoing border tensions.
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Legislative Moves Prompt Possible Extra Session
The nomination of General Assembly members moves to the governor after conference. The municipal government commission plan also goes to conference. The Senate approved House amendments to the Field Museum bill. Attorney General Stead’s opinion on the state board of administration law could trigger a new extraordinary session if unconstitutional. if constitutional, the 17 charitable institutions may operate and funds could be challenged in court.
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Shortage at Cambridge Bank Triggers Closure
Boston and Washington report the National City bank of Cambridge closed its doors under a controller of the currency order after a $144,000 shortage in individual deposits was found. A book keeper named G W Colman is identified as the defaulter, believed to have absconded, with responsibility unsettled.
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Taft visits Morgan Gallery and plans Newark speech
President Taft toured J Pierpont Morgan's New York art galleries this afternoon then drove to Riverside Drive. He is scheduled to speak before Newark New Jersey's board of trade tonight, with the itinerary reflecting his routine engagements and travel schedule.
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Economy blow for new customs court
Washington February 23 The president withdrew nominations of Alfred C. Coxe William H Hunt James F Smith Orin M Barner and Marion Devries to judgeships on the court of customs appeals because salaries offered 7000 a year fell short of the 10000 expected. Coxe would not accept 7000 as chief justice. Baby drinks poison and dies in Kewanee Illinois 18 month old son of Mrs Charles Horler died two hours after drinking carbolic acid during dinner prep.
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James F. Smith
Orin M. Barner
Marion Devries
Court of Customs Appeals
Congress
Customs Court
Kewanee
Charles Horler
Backbone of Winter Broken Says Denver
Chicago reports 6 below and St Paul 20 below as the middle west endures extreme cold. Denver declares the backbone of winter broken with ten above, while St Paul notes it is the coldest day of the season at 20 below zero.
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Hogs Reach Near $10 Mark With 9.65 Prices
Chicago on February 23 saw live hogs sell at 9.65 a hundredweight, 15 cents above this year's prior peak set last Friday. The trade marks a 40 year record as buyers push toward the $10 milestone.
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Chinese Army Advances Into Tibet Amid Tibetan Protests
Reports describe a small Chinese force moving from Sze Chuen into eastern Tibet, levying on lama communities and desecrating monasteries. Tibetan petitions to the Chinese foreign board and a plea to Lord Minto failed to stop Beijing’s plan for a purely Chinese administration. The Dalai Lama fled the capital toward Darjiling as troops were seen marching from Khan to bolster Lhasa’s garrison.
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Cook, American Conductor Freed From Mexican Jail
A. Cook, an American railway conductor, was released today after six months in a Guadalajara jail. The U S state department in Washington is investigating the case.
Disorderlies Are Fined Three Men Arrested Last Evening
Three men William Mather James Hagadorn and Charles Simmons were arrested on disorderly conduct charges after being found intoxicated. Police Magistrate C J Smith fined each two dollars plus costs and offered conduct guidance to avoid jail time.
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Percy Wins Mississippi Senate Seat After Seven Week Caucus
Jackson Mississippi February 23 Leroy Percy of Greenville won the Democratic caucus election for United States senator from Mississippi on the 58th ballot by a five vote margin over former Governor Vardaman. Withdrawing candidates shifted votes, ending a seven week deadlock. Percy will serve the unexpired term of the late A J McLaurin.
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Two Men Fatally Wounded On New Jersey Train
February 29 report from New York states Harrison His bee and Leslie Lord, well known in north New Jersey, were struck down and probably fatally hurt by an enraged Black individual in a smoking car of a New Jersey Central train returning to Newark. The assailant fled and escaped.
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Leslie Lord
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Big Iron Plant Burns at Pueblo
A fire last night destroyed the pattern storehouse of the Minneqin plant in Pueblo, Colorado, causing an estimated loss of one million dollars. Federal and local fire units battled the blaze. no injuries reported as crews worked to control the extensive damage.
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Stephen Gregory Named Rail Arbitration Third Arbitrator
Stephen Gregory a well known Chicago lawyer has been named the third arbitrator in the dispute between the Switchmen's union of North America and the railroads operating out of Chicago.
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Switchmen’s Union of North America
Coast Pugilist Dies After Fight
Coalinga California February reports Ginger Williams a young heavyweight boxer from Visalia died from injuries sustained in a prize fight with Kid Kenneth. Williams was knocked through the ropes in the third round and his head struck a board, fracturing the skull.
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Insurgents Claim Gains in Nicaragua Cartel Warfare
Washington dispatches report insurgents under Chamorro winning near Granada and threatening Managua with Estrada marching to join. Government forces suffer heavy losses while Madriz troops are in disarray. The insurgents recapture the steamer Victoria on Lake Managua and trains east of Managua are abandoned for military use. In New York a San Juan Del Sur report claims a severe insurgent defeat near Tisma with 800 casualties, unconfirmed.
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Woods Celebrate Golden Wedding at Woodhall
Mr and Mrs R L Woods longtime Woodhall residents mark their golden wedding with 125 friends and relatives. The couple, married near the village, have spent their lives here. he heads the local Farmers Bank and their family includes three daughters Carrie Mackey Mary Hawkins Isabel Laird and a son Joseph.
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Kan
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Farmers’ Bank
Fire Burns Hillsdale Farm Barn Killing Livestock
A fire destroyed a barn on Henry Hutton’s Hillsdale area farm, killing five horses and six cows along with hay, oats, and implements. The blaze’s origin remains unknown and the insurance partially covers the loss. Nearby, General Frederick Dent Grant and James Hamilton Lewis spoke at Peoria banquet. An avalanche in Iceland near Isafjord killed 24 at Halfsdat.
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Congress Daily Proceedings Incomplete Debates Feb 22
Summary of Senate and House actions from Washington report. Senate debated pending business and adjourned after reading President Washington’s farewell address. House finished conferees on Indian appropriation, recommending bills totaling about 5 250 dollars for the session amid dense committee activity.
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