Freight rates debate ties Gulf ports to central markets
At Nuskucer Texas April hearings 2.8 Daugherty urged Gulf port rates reflect service cost, not route, arguing high freight hurts farmers. He cited wheat rate disputes from Omaha to Galveston and New York, calling for public railway operation in national interest and smarter routing to boost southern prosperity.
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Fractured Global Weather Data Summary
A garbled OCR listing multiple city temperatures and conditions across the United States. Contains mixed spellings and partial phrases for Chicago Milwaukee Denver Des Moines New York Washington and Albany with temperatures ranging from the mid 40s to the 80s and vague wind notes.
Vaudeville Agencies Sued Over $600,000 Damages
The leading vaudeville banking agencies in the United States are named as defendants in two Sherman act suits filed today seeking $600,000 damages. The complaints allege conspiracy and dual refusals to book certain acts offered by the plaintiffs. Names include Charles F. Bormhaupt and Clifford C. Fisch ar with offices in London and Paris, against United Booking Offices of America and others.
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Trussela
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WHB. Marinetli, Limited
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Edward F. Altes
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United States Steel declares 3 1 4 percent on preferred stock
AU April 27 The United States Steel Corporation today declared its regular quarterly dividend of 3 1 4 percent on the preferred stock. As in the previous quarter no action was taken on the common stock dividend. The company reported total carriage for the quarter at 12,453,809 with net income of 6,664,673 and a deficit for the year of 5,385,561.
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Greek ship held up near land by Bruix blockade
An early 20th century dispatch reports the French cruiser Bruix delaying the Greek steamer Adriatic near a Santa Masse island while Italian ships are ordered to the Levant to ensure prompt returns if needed. Brindisi port may close to merchant shipping, forcing Adriatic routes via the Bari peninsula.
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Gas was not fatal Paris Apa five wounded soldiers report
Five wounded soldiers arriving from Paris speak with scorn of the asphyxiating bombs used by the Germans. They describe casualties and the German attackers killing sleepers, while rescue teams retaliated by smashing the attackers. The fumes' effects are discussed by chemists as to open air use and required conditions.
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Ynor
Chicago to Havana freight rate hearing testimony
The hearing before W D Daniels at the Interstate Commerce Commission featured W W Banker and Armour and Co executive W Manker. He stated that current earnings on packing house products and fresh meats from South Omaha and Chicago yield higher revenue per ton mile than the average for 11 commodities. He testified proposed rate increases would raise the company’s freight bill by 5,784,78 yearly. Rates are adequate.
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Roosevelt records show late telegrams on Platt talks
The Syracuse dispatch reports Colonel Roosevelt answered Senator Platt after a series of telegrams about a railroad grade crossing bill and the New York Central alignment. The documents cover 1904 to 1910, including private letters between Barnes and Roosevelt and a planned New York City conference to discuss the vice presidency.
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Wiliam Barnes
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Spaniard Sies Chief Carranza Amid Mexico News
A Spanish confidential agent, Manuel Cazares, arrived in Vera Cruz to board the Antonio Lopes and met First Chief Carranza. Reports from Mexico City mention President Gonzales Garza ill after Villista defeat near Celaya, with Zapata resisting near Morelos while Genovevo de la Torre holds Toluca area.
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Miner Disaster Survivor Fred Allwanger Dies in Washington
Fred Allwanger, sole survivor of the Marianne mine disaster on November 28, 1908 that killed about 200 miners, died today in Washington. He carried forty-two pieces of coal and plate driven into his body by the explosion and never fully recovered.
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Vic President Will Lecter to Visit Mississippi May 3
Vic President Marshall announced plans for a trip by Vice President Will Lecter to Mississippi before returning home to Indiana. The schedule mentions a stop in Phœnix and a message regarding a chatminina addresson. The visit is set for May 3.
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Rockefeller Denounces Me in Colorado Mine Conflict Speech
Chicago April. Prak P Walsh chairman of the United States Commission on Industrial Relations returns from Augn City and denounces Rockefeller in a lengthy reply to his critics. Walsh relocates tensions over Ludlow massacre coverage, defense of mine owners, and calls for reforms. He vows a fuller reply at his next public speech in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Ludlow Massactereds That the Two Women and Atnven Iehildren
Rotire Candor
Break in Red River Jeryvey Reported in Arkansas
Break in the Red River into Arkansas east of Texarkana reported today. A wide area was roofed, causing crop damage. No lives were lost. The river was rising. A prior report near West City was denied last night.
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Forest fires threaten vast Virginia timberland in Ridgway area
April 27 reports say hundreds of thousands of acres of virgin timber near Gear Creek were endangered by fires seven miles from Ridgway. Authorities warned a heavy rainfall is needed to curb the blaze. In Dalgar a trial continued for A T Trammell, charged with murder of Officer Teas Wright.
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Tax expected to exceed forecast for income tax take
Washington officials debated today prospects that the tax this year will surpass the $50,000,000 estimate based on early reports from internal revenue collectors. They expect returns to exceed that figure by several millions despite warnings of tax dodging.
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American Women Delegates Headed to Hague Congress
American delegates aboard the Noordam proceed toward Rotterdam as divisions form over direct intercession by women in wartime authorities. Leaders include Mme Schwimmer and Mrs Fern Andrews guiding a mixed coalition of suffrage advocates amid Austrian German delegations and ongoing debates.
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Hunefarion Woman'a Suffrage Anacem
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Arkansas Flood Threat Lifts Hope For Fort Smith
Fort Smith residents brace as the Arkansas River rises toward two feet above flood stage by tomorrow. A government weather bulletin warns of rapid increases and orders evacuation preparations for those along the riverbank.
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Flight Officer Killed in Naval Seaplane Accident
London April 7 reports lieut Madlicott and mechanic were killed today in an aviator accident involving a Galshot air ala Hon seaplane. The incident occurred during routine operations and authorities are investigating the crash.
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Gas Cut Cuts Denton Supply for Over Fifteen Hours
Denton Texas April 27 natural gas service here has been off for more than fifteen hours with repairs expected soon near the danger area. No other fuels are affected.
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Washington to attend christening planned for White House baby
President Weiborg plans to attend the christening at the White House for his infant son Francis Saye, with a likely trip to Massachusetts and a return expected by Monday. The April date appears inconsistent but indicates official attendance and travel.
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Germans Halt In Flanders Amid Heavy Allied Pressures
Across Flanders the German advance stalls as Allied bombardments and counterattacks intensify near Dixmude and Yser. Belgian forces claim repulsed German assaults while British, French, and Italian reports note high losses and shifting gains along the long front.
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Bomb Placed in Turkish Palace Angers Paris
report from Paris dated April 27 describes a powerful device placed at the Ottoman ministry of war in Constantinople. investigators suspect a cleaner may have been involved and link the plot to Young Turks and German aims. German policy reportedly favors delaying action and seeking a separate peace if Allies fail to defend the Dardanelles.
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Steamer Centrig Sunk by a Mine
Stockholm reports the steamer Centrig en route from Stockholm to Henry sunk by a mine off Algnd Island. Three crew lost, ship built 1903 at Port Glasgow, 990 tons, 260 feet, departed Savannah for Kirkwall arrived March 27 awaiting Gothenburg. Another trawler, Recofe, blown up in North Sea. seven survivors, one dead.
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Alaska Liquor Vote Spurs Attention to Women Ballot
Alaska faces a liquor licensing vote with female suffrage shaping debate as both sides latch onto women voters. The public interest swells from a small winter poll to a much larger summer turnout, as observers predict increased influence on policy.
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Brown leads bid in May city elections with key allies
In Kearny Lambert Garland Steves ticket sweep, Brown supporters claim victory in primaries. Officials note majorities for mayor and five commissioner seats, with race framed as a test before the May 24 general election. Coercion claims heighten campaign tension, but Brown camp remains confident of broader support.
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