Quay Opposes Elkin for Pennsylvania Governor
Senator Quay declares opposition to Attorney General John P. Elkin’s gubernatorial bid. He cites risk to Republican success and says he cannot support Elkin at the convention, though he remains Elkin’s ally in the broader party effort.
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Respite Came After Death in Missouri Execution
Governor Dockery granted a ten day reprieve to Henry Flutcher after the hanging at 6:10 a.m. was carried out. The telegraph message arrived too late to stop the execution for the 16 year old victim Lewis Roth. officials recount the sequence of telegrams and mistaken impressions surrounding the stay.
Governor inwatch to stay execution cited delays in messages
The governor stated he read Folk's message at 12 30 am and delayed decision until 6 55 am. He wired Sheriff Dickman and phoned to stay the execution, with the order sent at 6 00. The telegram to St Louis arrived 35 minutes late and the phone message 10 minutes late. Dockery said Filutcher should have been executed, and the second respite would only delay a few days.
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Ware of Kansas Named Pension Commissioner
Eugene F. Ware of Topeka Kansas has been chosen by the president to succeed H Clay Evans as commissioner of pensions. Ware a Civil War veteran and lawyer with a political background in Kansas will lead the pension bureau. He is noted as author of sketches and poems under the pen name Ironquill.
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Miners Nationwide Action Fears Rise Amid Labor Talks
The United Mine Workers weigh strategy in Virginia and Pennsylvania coal districts. A possible strike looms if operators do not meet miners demands, with a thirty day arbitration window by the National Civic Federation ending April 27. Indiana coal talks appear near settlement as the national board nears conclusion.
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Will contest to block McKee will admission in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on April 11, the children of Colonel John McKee filed a caveat to prevent registration and execution of his will. Abbie A. Syplex and Henry McKee Minton led the action, challenging the testament in probate. The will reportedly leaves most of the $2,000,000 estate to Catholic charities under Archbishop Ryan, while next of kin receive only small bequests.
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Kruger I8 Skeptical on Peace Reports from Boer Leaders
Exclusive Amsterdam dispatch reports Mr Kroger and allies doubt Boer leaders have made peace with the British in South Africa. The Boers at safe distance from trouble refuse to credence the latest peace story.
Presbyterian creed revision nears completion in Washington
The Presbyterian committee on the revision of the creed completed the article on The Image of God in Washington April U. They have finished seven of the articles of like statures and plan to present a final statement of doctrine for the General Assembly action. Ten more articles remain to be prepared covering topics such as the Divine Trinity, creation, revelation, election, sin and the grace of God.
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Pensions Granted to Several Individuals in Brief Notice
Washington reports pensions granted to Paul Fulliner of Hard Pan for 12, David & Kom of Lu gerne for 4, and George W. Brown of Old Forge for 10, in a short government update dated April 11.
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Bucknell Downs in New York New York Tilt
Bucknell College defeated Jerney City 2 to 2 at New York New York. University of Minnesota edged Washington 2 to 6. Detroit beat Buffalo 6 to 2. Joe C Brooklyn faced South Canoe with a close scoreline.
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Martial law in Belgium looms as riots flare
Paris reports Brussels plans martial law if disorders persist. Socialist protests spread from Charleroi to Louvain and La Louviere with thousands striking, clashes with gendarmes, and troops deployed. Authorities suspend meetings, threaten six months in prison for revolver carry, and prepare to protect factories amid looming crisis.
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Education address at Troy conference cites donor era
Rev W Davidson vice chancellor of the American University of Wellington spoke on education at the Troy conference of the Meth organicEpiscopal church. He referenced Rockefeller Carnegie Archbold Cecil and others noting a hundred million dollars donated to education and announced McKinley College of Government cornerstone laying on May 1 by President Roosevelt.
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Kadwire Wine Mystery Causes Cliffhanger Health Reports
Fragmented OCR notes describe Kadwire Wine’s health status amid tense conditions. Medical observers report no marked change in condition despite resting, with fever low and pulse regular though the patient remains critically ill as hourly updates signal possible outcomes.
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President Nominates Garfield and Williams for federal posts
The president sent to the Senate the nominations of James Garfield for United States civil service commissioner and William Williams for commissioner of immigration at the port of New York.
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Man Kills Wife in Domestic Dispute, Boyles Arrested
In a domestic quarrel, Asaociated Iron, Pindlay reports that Apull J-duhm Boyles shot his wife while attempting to take a pistol from her. The weapon discharged, killing her instantly. Boyles is charged with murder.
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Heywood Murder Suspect Jones Remains Cool Under Probe
Detroit April 11 exclusive report states William M. Jones, a roomer in Heywood’s home, is under arrest as detectives search the Heywood premises for clues to the fatal skull wound found near the house. Evidence cited includes ashes on Jones’ shoes and a bloodstained handkerchief in his nightshirt. A Lincoln farm hand, Charles Rymer, ties Jones to threats against Heywood and suggests a conspiracy involving a woman. Mrs Jones has fled to Lincoln with the children and later returned as Jones faced pressure over support.
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Peace rumors not confirmed by war office inquiry
Exclusive wire from The Associated Press reports that inquiries at the War Office found no knowledge of peace rumors or a telegram from Lord Roberts claiming the war was over. In Parliament, A. J. Balfour stated the government had no information or foundation for the rumors.
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President Calls for Complete Change in Three Offices
Secretary Cortelyou informs Secretary Shaw that after reviewing charges against Powderly Fitchle and McSweeney, the president issues a call for a full turnover. Powderly resigns, Fitchle’s term ends, Williams is nominated to replace him, Sargent to replace Powderly, and Joseph Murray to succeed McSweeney upon resignation.
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Alleged Hudson Postoffice Robbers
Two men, George Davia and Frank Morris, arrested by Jersey City police on suspicion of postoffice robbery in Madison Illinois, held for U S authorities. Morris is wanted in Newark for a stabbing. later reports mention their link to thefts involving mail stamps and postal money orders.
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Court awards salvage on Etruria to Crystal Creek owners
An admiralty court awarded the owners of the British steamer William CUM £11,000 for salvaging the liner Etruria. The Etruria left New York for Queenstown and Liverpool, was found disabled, and towed to Aore by the William Cing.
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New York Court Upholds Most Conviction For Printing Murder Article
The New York appellate division affirmed Johann Most's year-long sentence for publishing in The Freheit a piece titled Murder vs Murder about President McKinley’s assassination. The court rejected his claim that the constitution permits such publication, stating liberty ends where it harms others.
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Professor Miller Confesses to Murder in Grand River Ave
An exclusive AP report from Detroit details Prof Joseph M Miller confessing to the murder of former pupil Miss Carrie M Jennett with a hatchet. He faces arraignment and potential life imprisonment after admitting illicit relations and planned killing to elude disgrace.
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Revolt in the Congo Attacks French Factory
The French Congo reports a native revolt in Sangha district. Rebels attacked a river Sangha factory, killed the manager, and looted goods worth 150,000 francs. Local militia repelled the attackers and Senegalese reinforcements were sent. cannibal rumors and feared further killings surround the incident.
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Attempted derailment near Hunlock Creek
Vhonus McNeil of Shickshinny was arrested after allegedly attempting to wreck a fast freight near Hunlock’s Creek by placing a heavy iron near the track. The locomotive was saved from an embankment when a signal was raised and the device removed. McNeil remained silent and was jailed in default of bail.
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President Roosevelt Hosts New York and Hawaii Guests
President Roosevelt dinner guests included Mr. Melville KE. Stone of New York and Mr. George KH. Carter of Hawaii who came to Washington for consultation at the president’s invitation. President Dole of Muwwun visited the White House today.
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Shipping Movement Report from Amsterdam to Naples and Genoa
Exclusive wire reports clearance of vessels from Amsterdam and Rotterdam via Boulogne to Lucania Liverpool Travo Genoa and Naples. Payal arrived in New York for Naples and Genoa. One vessel Voisdam sailed from Rotterdam to New York.
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Deaths of a Day by Exclusive Wirerim
General Wade Hampton dies after a general breakdown. Born March 8, 1818 in Clarleton, D C, he was a Confederate general, state legislator, governor, and U S senator. James D Leary of Hoffman Howe Hotel dies of heart trouble. born 1887 in Montreal. William Carleton Horn dies after a long illness. born 1845 in Baltimore. prominent New York businessman.
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Weather forecast for Lat ee Sunday in Eastern Pennsylvania
The report calls for showers Saturday with cooler conditions in the southern portion. Sunday should be fair with a fresh north wind along the coast and cooler air moving in from the north.
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