Dismantling of Manjur and Shifting Alliances Reported
Russian dispatches from St Petersburg express satisfaction with U S positions toward Russia amid debate on potential estrangement. Reports from Shanghai say the gunboat Manjur will be dismantled and its guns removed while remaining at the port until war end. A Japanese blockade story and Russian fortifications near the Yalu at Anju are noted, with other distant summaries of war developments.
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Tremendous Peru Quake Shakes Lima at Dawn
An earthquake measuring heavy damage struck Lima Peru at 5 30 this morning causing extensive destruction. Residents report it as the worst quake in twenty years with widespread structural damage and alarms.
Wartime Messenger Bert Manning Recovers From Wound
Washington dispatch reports Bert Manning the war department messenger shot by William O'Brien yesterday spent a comfortable night. Indications suggest the wound is not as dangerous as first feared and Manning has good chances of recovery.
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Endorsement Resolutions Toast Roosevelt by 27th District
The twenty-seventh district Republicans adopted resolutions endorsing President Roosevelt. They note that he first entered public office from this district and cite his trust in public service.
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Roswell High pupils stage Tennyson play for library fund
Next Thursday Roswell High School pupils will present a Tennyson play in the opera house. The event aims to raise funds for the library and is expected to be a high merit production with attractive costumes. Miss Dillard leads the cast and Supt Stilwell predicts it will surpass prior local shows. E A Clayton of Artesia visited the city yesterday.
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Mor Mon Church President Smith Endorses Polygamy
President Smith of the Mor Mon Church testifies in favor of polygamy. The sworn statement signals a defense of plural marriage within the religious group amid ongoing public scrutiny.
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Reed Smoot and Polygamy Question at Senate Hearing
President Joseph F. Smith testified in a senate committee probe into Smoot protests. He affirmed plural marriage as a divine revelation to Joseph Smith, named Senator Reed Smoot among those present, and said he was under injunction not to teach polygamy rights in public.
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Cold Wave Eases Flood Risk Across Ohio and Pennsylvania
A March 4 report notes Toledo postponing immediate flood danger due to a cold wave. Pittsburgh reports the flood crest receding as cold air slows further rise. damages may exceed 250000 with Pine Creek and Turtle Creek valleys hit hardest. Cleveland and Akron note gas main washouts forcing plant closures as temperatures hover near zero.
Red Men Banquet At Roswell Draws Large Crowd
The Jicorilla Tribe No. 7 of the Improved Order of Red Men held a grand lodge banquet in the Gaullier block Wigwam with about 125 attendees including invited guests. Chief Davenport introduced Past Grand Sachem R. H. Purdy who spoke on Pocahontas and the influence of women, urging support for a Pocahontas council in Roswell. A buck and wing dance followed, and the feast featured corn and venison servings with Fletcher’s orchestra providing music.
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Insane Man Found On Main Street Early Morning
A man described as insane named W. A. Moore was found around 6:30 a.m. this morning on Main Street. Police were called and he is being sheltered for evaluation at the station.
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Prairie fires claim two confirmed deaths in Kiowa and Comanche Counties
Lawton Oklahoma dispatch reports only two deaths verified from prairie fires in Kiowa and Comanche counties, that of Dr. Harmon and an unknown boy near Lawton, with rumors of more fatalities. Thousands rendered homeless and penniless. total property loss estimated at $200,000.
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Ballot Box Stuffing Arraignments in Denver
In Denver on March 4, Jas Walsh Eugene Cummings William Conden and Fred Johnson were arraigned before Judge Johnson on charges of ballot stuffing in the recent election. Mrs Sabiner Lee Northrup, wanted for a similar offense, is out of town. The four men posted bail of $500 each.
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Senator Fairbanks avoids comment on vice presidency bid
Washington March 4 Senator Fairbanks declined to discuss a published dispatch claiming he had decided to become a candidate for vice president. The hesitation leaves the political question in question while he offered no clear reaction or confirmation.
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Touring Car Streetman in Violent Mental Distress Tale
A man described as violently insane was turned over to officers and jailed awaiting trial. A Woodmen of the World badge was found on him, suggesting membership in the order.
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District of Columbia appropriation bill resumes in committee
Washington March 3 The house in committee of the whole resumed consideration of the District of Columbia appropriation bill with Representative Webb of North Carolina taking part as part of the debate and vote.
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Stockard to Bring Up-to-Date Automobile Touring Car
Roswell to receive a modern automobile touring car within days. J. W. Stockard already ordered the vehicle weeks ago and expects a fast showing that will lend a metropolitan appearance to the streets.
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Fire at Cazier barn ignites amid misreported Cleveland link
A morning blaze destroyed Cazier barn on the west hill with three vehicles lost and stock saved. Mrs. Cazier is critically ill as the fire company saved the house. Firefighters arrived promptly. insurance on the building was $700 and $100 on harnesses. The incident follows talk of a Cleveland rumor denied by the former president.
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Cattle and grain markets report across major cities
Chicago markets show steady cattle demand with strong sheep prices and mixed grain futures. St Louis notes unchanged wool. Kansas City reports strong cattle with varied stocker and calf values. Chicago grain closes with May wheat near 97 and corn around 53.
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