Senor Carte Says Cubans Will Aid Naval Stations
Congress acts to bolster duty and export abolition while Cuba and United States relations face pressure. Havana reports delegates debate electoral law as conservatives push for Senate amendment acceptance amid political maneuvering and demonstrations in front of the Marti statue.
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Cuban delegation credits Washington visit with tariff progress
The Cuban economic delegation led by secretary Mr Abad reports two key gains from its Washington trip. A Cuban American commission to revise tariffs is to be appointed, and export duties on tobacco are to be abolished. A planned modus vivendi with Cuba awaits Congress review, delaying broader steps. Abad will stay in Washington to push continued relations with Cuba’s conservative elements.
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Cannibal on board Abarenda protects Soloman Island native
Washington reports Commander Tiley, war Governor of Tutuila, added a Solomon Island native to the crew of the United States ship Abarenda. The man, found in Tutuila woods after twelve years as a fugitive, is said to be a savage who speaks no understood language. An interpreter at Apia learned the tale of his capture from the native aboard. The report describes the shelter and protection offered aboard.
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Samoan on ship spared by navy crew
The speaker notes the Samoan aboard may have acted under pressure and was later saved from death. The man, once cannibalized in his homeland, fears return home but is described as industrious and willing to perform all tasks aboard. A ration has been issued and he is kept on a vessel until he can manage himself.
Man's Inhumanity to Man in Macon Courtroom Death
Solicitor General Hope Polhill of Macon Georgia, a leading figure in the Superior Court circuit, was found dead in a courtroom with a gunshot wound to the brain. The gas was turned on in the room, and authorities believe he took his own life after being driven to despair by political enemies. His wife remarked softly, Man's inhumanity to man.
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Deroulede Calls for Duel With Buffet Likely in Europe
Paris dispatch reports M. Deroulede incited by his San Sebastian speech to urge a duel with M. Andre Buffet, agent of the Duke of Orleans. Deroulede says he would arrest Buffet, while allies Galli and Du Montell plan to meet Buffet in Brussels or arrange a duel in Switzerland or Italy if set.
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Rebels More Active Around Colon in Colombian Revolution
Kingston Jamaica March 2. Reports received by the steamer Louisiana from Colon, Colombia say rebel activity is increasing nationwide, especially near Colon. An engagement at Sispata Maria la Baja last week saw rebels fight stubbornly but driven off with heavy losses by superior government forces. Business stagnation and a 1.20 exchange rate are noted. The British Admiralty reportedly approved a plan for a large naval dock at Port Royal.
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Aden-Zanzibar Cable Interruption Cited In General News
Foreign dispatches note Aden and Zanzibar cable disruption while trade routes shift on the west coast with no tariff changes. St Petersburg reports an imperial decree endorsing a dague conference. British civil service estimates for 1912 show total 440,866,008 pounds, up 1,307,662. Spain’s cabinet crisis stalls electoral debate as Queen appoints General Iraga after Silvela consult. German envoy Von Radolin arrives in Paris to reinforce Franco German ties with a formal credential ceremony.
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Sing Only on Earth in Pittsburg Dispute
Eames, on a Western tour, agreed to sing at a church festival to aid the cathedral of a major city. Church authorities planned to charge a mission fee to all listeners. Most paid, but one man objected, arguing that entry to a public place of worship should be free, asking whether a ticket is needed to enter heaven.
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Russia's Huge Grab Sparks German Press On Manchuria
Berlin dispatch reports a new phase of Chinese agitation linked to Russia's land grab and tariff disputes. Vorwaerts and other papers condemn Germany's protests against Russia's Manchuria actions, while National Zeitung warns of dangerous global tensions.
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Billboards Overturned and Burned as Crowd Protests
Fire crews responded to overturning and arson at billboard sites as women led a protest causing flames to flare up. Calm was restored after authorities intervened and secured the area.
Plotters Arrested In Rio De Janeiro Conspiracy
A dispatch from Rio de Janeiro reports Italian Cecilia and Donati were arrested after confessing to a plot to assassinate the King of Italy. The letter claimed a conspiracy with dynamite planned beneath the Quirinal palace. Levechie, alleged accomplice, was reported arrested as authorities alerted Rome and Genoa.
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Italy
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Palermo tramways blocked by protests on March 2
In Palermo on March 2 protests disrupted transit with tram obstructions and overhead wire damage, halting operations as demonstrators gathered and the crowd advanced.
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Negro Young People Christian Congress Inaugurated
Washington March 2 A historic push among colored people gathers twenty church and agency leaders at Asbury M E Church to organize a huge 182 summer gathering to awaken and channel unreached youth. Bishop Wesley J Raines elected president and the call urges Christian education character training to save the unreached negro and curb criminality.
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Negro Young People's Christian Congress
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Atlanta
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Nomination Vote Sparks Quarrel in Toledo Meeting
Judge Hancey led the nominating ballot with 486 votes while 471 were needed for choice. Factions clashed as the process unfolded with threats to clear galleries. subsequent city officers nominated included Adolph Gartz Thomas O Shaughnessy and Oscar Hebel. In Toledo March 2 W B McMaken was nominated by Republicans to oppose Mayor Samuel Jones.
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Snake trouble ended in court with guilty pleas
In Muskogee on March 2 the Snake trouble case ended as Chitto Harjo and his band pleaded guilty in U S Court. Judge Woden Thomas sentenced them to eight years in the penitentiary and a $50 fine each, suspending the sentence if they return home and refrain. Principal Chief Porter spoke to the Indians in the crowded courtroom.
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Panic In Lexington Hotel Fire Panic Strikes Phoenix Block
A blaze at the Phoenix Hotel block in Lexington Kentucky at 11 30 pm caused a hotel panic but guests escaped. Lilian Vane of the Christian company was rescued by ladder along with others while R W Cobb of Urbana Illinois fled using a rope of bed clothing. Meglone's clothing store adjoining the hotel was damaged and subdued by midnight. Losses total about 7000 for the store and contents and 10000 for the hotel, insured.
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Four U S Expeditions Sail to View May Total Eclipse
Four American parties depart for the East Indies to observe the May 17 total eclipse. Professor David P. Todd of Amherst College leads the final group aboard the Glengary, with his wife and daughter and Percy Wilson. Todd plans observations on Sinkap Island near Singapore using a twelve inch reflector and glycerine clock, aiming to detect solar corona X rays, amid hopes for central totality about eight minutes thirteen seconds.
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Labor and Industry News Roundup
Officials of Republic Iron and Steel deny plans to build a steel rail mill and blast furnace. Blooming ton strike at Chicago and Alton shops continues with 300 men leaving over piece work. Dock laborers strike at Marseilles persists with gendarmes patrolling docks. Vessels sail to St Louis on the Rhone while others depart empty. Brotherhood of Tailors seeks 2000 East Side workers to end sweating. Cambridge district coal interests to consolidate. Loomis Moss companies discuss district consolidation with Akron operators. Erie railroad oil wells case filed seeking damages for wells burned since last May. National Civic Federation advances arbitration with Cardinal Gibbons and Potter joining. London Salt Union likely to announce a new combination at March meeting.
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Judge Hanecy Nominated for Chicago Mayor in Tight GOP Race
Chicago March 2 Judge E Hanecy of the Circuit Court of Cook county won the Republican city convention nomination for mayor on the eighth ballot. The contest, a three corner fight among machine Republicans supporting Hanecy anti machine and independent Republicans backing John Maynard Harlan and German Republicans backing William Goldenweck, narrowed after the third ballot.
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