Attell Tkoed By Yanger In Ninth Round Title Bout
At the West End Club in St. Louis Benny Yanger defeated Abe Attell in a controversial nineteenth round stoppage by police. Referee Siler awarded the decision to Yanger as Attell, exhausted and bloodied, could not continue. The fight weighed 122 pounds with Yanger vs Attell billed as a featherweight world title clash.
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Chicago
Abe Attell
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New York
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Rooney Wins Graeco-Roman Wrestling Match in Final Bout
In Chicago Norbeck of Sweden refused a release on Rooney in the third bout. Rooney led 1-0 after a body hold and 2-0 after a half Nelson. After six minutes of the third bout the referee awarded Rooney the fall and the match.
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Cheap Alum Baking Powder Supposedly Harmful Seized by NY Health Dept
The Health Department of New York seized a batch of inexpensive baking powder sold in city department stores after samples showed it to be an alum powder rich in alum and pulverized rock. Thousands of pounds were removed and destroyed at the dock. Officials warn against using so called cheap food items and recommend high grade cream of tartar brands for economy and safety.
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Rice Will Contests Hearings Continue In New York
In New York on April 24 Surrogate Fitzgerald pressed the William Marsh Rice estate dispute as handwriting expert Albert S. Osborne testified the 1907 will signatures are forgeries and unresolved cross examination raised questions about witnesses. William Raphael of Houston, Rice Institute secretary, also testified on gifts to the institute from Rice.
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Jury adjourns as armed-witness risk halts Kentucky trial
In Frankfort Kentucky during the Howard trial Judge Cantril suspended proceedings and cleared the courtroom after reports that many witnesses were armed. Court ordered a security sweep as the trial paused for the night with closing arguments completed and a verdict likely tomorrow.
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Good Chance for a Boycott in Hartford
The Hartford Courant reports Miss Stone, described as the ran somed soul from Mincedonia, will deliver a hundred lectures under J B Pond. The piece condemns the plan as a grave affair turned into a money-making scheme and urges the American public to express disapproval through boycott.
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Light Wanted in Dark Places in Steel Trust Year
Public is informed of the enormous profits of the steel trust for the year and urged to compel similar disclosures from sugar, beef, pulp, and other monopolies by law.
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Chilean Ministry Resigns Over Naval Sales Rejected
SANTIAGO DE CHILE April 4 The ministry resigns after deputies oppose selling the cruisers Presidente Pinto to Colombia and Presidente Errazuriz to Ecuador, citing strong opposition from lawmakers.
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Forcible detention of Cartwright sparks Commons clash in South Africa
In London April 4 the detention of Albert Cartwright, ex editor of the South African News, over alleged orders to shoot prisoners, triggers a heated Commons debate. Morley moves adjournment, risking a censure vote on Kitchener and Milner. ministers defend policy amid sharp opposition from Harcourt Churchill and Bryce. The motion is defeated 259 to 182 as Balfour signals an autumn session to tackle arrears.
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Cossacks not barbarous says U S ambassador Tower
London April 4 Charlemagne Tower the United States ambassador to Russia arrived in London en route to the United States He will sail for New York May 3 then return to St Petersburg after visiting Philadelphia Washington and a briefing with President Roosevelt He challenges reports of brutal Cossacks and says he witnessed gentle handling of a crowd noting revolting mobs were treated with restraint He will be presented to King Edward before departing for America
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Miss Stone Kidnaping Suspects Released in Salonica
In Salonica on April 4, all suspects tied to the Ellen M. Stone kidnapping case were freed after a Christian memorial to the Sultan urged action against brigandage and called for protection of Macedonian Christians. The Porte accepted the memorial with satisfaction, and military precautions were set to reassure Christian communities.
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Envelope found linking plot to ministerial assassinations
Balascheff, who killed Minister Sipiaguine, revealed during preliminary exam that he carried a sealed envelope addressed to M Pobiedonostof, chief procurator of the Holy Synod. The envelope suggests a broader conspiracy against Russian officials and a potential plan to kill Pobiedonostof if he had gone to the ministerial offices on April 18.
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Holy Synod
Pope receives 200 pilgrims at St Peter's in April
In Rome on April 4 the Pope greeted 200 pilgrims at St Peter's and appeared in good health, thanking them for their loyalty and receiving an ovation. The Langravine Anna of Hesse, aunt to Emperor William of Germany, has been staying incognito and will be received by the Pope on April 1. The Landgravine intends to reveal her incognito then. Movements at Balmoral report officials traveling in Transvaal.
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Global News In Briefs From Paris Rome London Berlin
Multiple short items report fresh developments: French naval force reorganized with new bases in Dakar and Fort De France. Father Lorenzo Perosi declines abroad conduct. A French sailor plot to blow up Charles Martel exposed. Anglo Belgian Cape Town to Cairo Railway right granted, linking to Belgian Congo. Turkish garrison plans for Tripoli defense. Berlin tariff committee sets higher flour duties, amid adjusted proposals.
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whisky tax debates delay and diplomatic shifts in 1906 scene
The article outlines a cabinet of topics from a House Ways and Means hearing on reducing the whisky tax, to President Roosevelt vetoes, to Brazilian and Portuguese diplomatic moves. It notes Commissioner Yerkes opposing a 70 cent whisky tax cut, distillers pressing for concessions, and a looming political response if bills fail. It also covers Portuguese minister changes, Lord Pauncefote’s health, and arbitration rulings in Salvador case, with other ongoing committee actions and appointments.
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Arrest of Frenchman at Royal Palace Sparks Excitement
In Madrid, a Frenchman named Saury was arrested while attempting to enter the royal palace. Only a prayer book was found on his person. He was turned over to the French embassy.
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Aristocracy in Revolt Over William’s Guest List at Sea
Berlin April 24 Emperor William faces aristocratic criticism for hosting untitled businessmen like Ballin and Loewe aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm. German papers warn that elevating capitalists risks American ideas reshaping court life and Germany’s social order, with conservatives on the defensive.
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Patrick Changes Lawyers in Patrick Murder Trial
John C. Tomlinson becomes lead counsel for Albert T. Patrick, replacing Frederick B. House and William H. Moore, in the murder trial of Texas millionaire William M. Rice. The clerk’s records reveal the change in New York.
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Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Ad Promotes Teething Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup used for teething and stomach issues for children. It claims to ease pain, soothe gums, cure wind colic, regulate bowels, and treat diarrhoea. Also promotes Glenner Soap and Hat dyes with pricing and widespread availability.
Italian miner shoots, Stocker killed, then commits suicide
In Lake City on April 4, Italian miner Frank II, named Jonny, shot and killed Mine Superintendent Moritz Stocker at Stocker home, then blew out his own brains. Nicoli, a former mine employee said to blame Mrs Stocker for his discharge, which had occurred recently.
Indiana Club Reception Honors Hoosier Authors
CHICAGO April 4 The Indiana Club Chicago will host a reception in honor of the Hoosier State literary men this Saturday at the Auditorium. Secretary Charles H Leech says guests are expected to attend.
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