Pivotal Manchuria Pact Hints at Russian Suzerainty
Washington reports a rumored Russia China agreement on Manchuria that would grant a protected status under Russian suzerainty. Officials fear secret terms could hasten China’s partition, urging other powers to oppose any pact while Rockhill mediates demands within China’s means.
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China objects to manifest arms limits in Manchuria row
Reports from Peking on March 14 note China’s firm objection to arms import limits, army reorganization, and Russian preclearance in Manchuria. Meetings among foreign ministers discuss indemnities as Li Hw Chang remains in good health. Field Marshal Waldersee leaves for Tien-Tsin as British General Gaselee heads toward Wei-Hai-Wei.
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British Pressure on U S Over Russia Affair in Manchuria
The Globe urges the United States to reject Wu Ting-fang influence and Russian diplomacy as Britain seeks Washington support to curb Russian activity in Manchuria. A Shanghai dispatch says Hsi Liang, governor of Shan Bi, has been removed, per the Standard.
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Shen-St appoints acting governor and successor named
Heon, governor of Shen-St, is succeeded by his replacement. Tuan Fang, a pro-foreign Manchu, is named acting governor of Shen-St.
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Pan American exposition opens May first in Buffalo
Buffalo March 14 Plans for the Pan American exposition solidify with a May 1 opening. President McKinley and Cabinet expected to be en route to the Pacific coast. Telegraphed links will connect the President’s train to the Temple of Music and to executive offices of western hemisphere republics. A special dedicatory on May 14 aims to feature Vice President Roosevelt and other officials.
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Bank Hold Up Turns Fatal in Harrisburg
Charles W. Ryan, cashier of the Halifax National Bank, was shot and killed during a bold attempt to rob the bank by Henry Rowe and Weston Keiper of Lykens. The pair were captured soon after, with accomplice F. B. Straley suspected. Rowe and Keiper faced resistance as Ryan tried to thwart the robbery, leading to a fatal groin wound for the cashier.
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Larceny charge brought against Mrs Fitzgerald known as Zingara
Miss Ethlynn Quimby of Grand Rapids charges Mrs Fitzgerald also called Mme Zingara with larceny of $600 from April 1900. Fitzgerald, held at the Tombs since last August, faced earlier grand larceny indictments that were dismissed. Case adjourned to Saturday with Quimby identifying Fitzgerald from female prisoners.
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Illumination of Niagara Falls Captivates at Night
Scene of rare beauty as Michigan Central Railroad reports a regular nightly display at Niagara Falls New York. The falls, lit by electric power from a locally operated plant, reveal vast waters and ice in multicolored shafts, creating a spectacular, nearly indescribable panorama.
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Justice Scott Denies Injunction in Mutual Reserve Policy Case
In New York on March 14 Justice Scott of the Supreme Court denied Oscar J. Friendlander a policy holder’s request to restrain the Mutual Reserve Life Association from enforcing a by law amendment. The change, affecting about 25 million dollars of policies, requires a lien on old policies to cover premium deficits. The decision reportedly sets a precedent in favor of the association.
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Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Credited by Millions
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a long standing teething remedy. It claims to soothe the child relieve gum pain and cure wind colic and diarrhoea with a price of 3 cents a bottle. It urges readers to ask for the product from Cruggiste globally.
Sanger to Aid Root in War Office Appointment
Col William Carey Sanger of Sangerfield NY was appointed assistant secretary of war and began duties. Senators Platt and Depew met the President and offered no opposition, while Root and Corbin faced restless appointment talks with many lawmakers in Washington.
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Indiana Residents Granted Patents in Early March
Patents issued to Indiana residents include James Charles Richmond for an electrical appliance adjustment device, John A. Clark Fort Wayne for a wire lightener, and others such as George D. Huntington Bloomington with a feed mechanism for stone sawing machines. Rural free delivery expanded April 1 to New Castle Henry County with route details and carriers listed. Newland post office established in Jasper County with Thomas M. Callahan as postmaster.
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Indiana Civil Service Reform Assn report on Indianapolis postoffice irregularities
The President has sent to the postmaster general a report from the Indiana Civil Service Reform Association alleging irregular appointments in the Indianapolis postoffice. It cites abuses tied to congressional recommendations and notes no departmental action will be taken.
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Brigadier General J R Campbell Honorably Discharged
Brief mentions Brig Gen J R Campbell honorably discharged for services no longer required. Notes Roosevelt trip to Oyster Bay and reshuffles including Col Charles F Humphrey reassigned to the Philippines. Treasury balances show available cash about 149.5 million and gold near 91.1 million. General Campbell formerly served in Congress from Illinois and led an Illinois regiment in the Spanish War. Other lines reference signals office in Alaska and a naval appropriation act.
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Deficit From Government Ownership of Telegraph Lines
Thomas F. Clark vice president of Western Union testified before the industrial commission on telegraphpublic relations and the idea of government ownership. He argued U S conditions differ from Britain Belgium and Switzerland noting lower local through and total miles reached. He defended Western Union rates as reasonable and warned drastic cuts would hurt stockholders and the public.
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Rebel trading ships crushed near Manila by Pampanga
In Manila March 14 United States gunboat Pampanga under Lieutenant Fred R. Payne seized and destroyed about 300 vessels mainly native craft aiding insurgents in the Visayas. Some coasting ships of Manila firms were wrecked. Supplies and war materials shipped by the Leyte governor to aid Samar were captured. Cebu pirates raiding Negros have been suppressed and their boats burned.
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Tragedies in Porto Rico Shame Regiment Suicides
In San Juan Porto Rico two Porto Rican Regiment members Beltram and Arroyo killed themselves after disciplinary reprimands and a close friend followed suit, marking seven self-inflicted deaths in six months. An accidental death aboard the Union ship Monongahela under Commander W H Emory is also noted.
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Lackey horse sale shows strong demand at Cambridge City
At Cambridge City on March, buyers packed the Lackey horse sale third day, 126 horses sold today averaging 355 dollars. Eight catalog lots brought 1000 dollars or more, with notable consignors including Daugherty Stock Farm Wabash and Beeson Bentonville. Sold horses included Baron Clarke, Wedron, and Gretchen Lee among many others, reflecting robust demand and ongoing sales of high priced stock.
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State Supreme Court grants new trial to Mrs Cordelia Botkin
San Francisco March M The State Supreme Court granted a new trial to Mrs Cordelia Botkin who was convicted of murdering Mrs J P Dunning in the summer of 188 and sentenced to life. Botkin was tried on the charge of mailing from San Francisco to Dover Del a letter she claimed caused the death of Jean Seastie in a case with unclear details.
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Ohio senator receives third extortion letter
Toledo March 14 Detectives are investigating threats against Senator W C Gear of Sandusky Ohio after a letter demanded $40 with menacing claims to burn his home injure a daughter and blind her. The case prompts police pursuit and further inquiries.
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Bedweiser King of Bottled Beers Declares Quality
The advertisement proclaims Bedweiser as the King of Bottled Beers always uniform in quality and flavor. It states it is made from choicest barley malt and selected hops, aged fully six months before bottling, and identifies Anheuser-Busch in St Louis as the genuine maker.
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