Hamburg American Line Won’t Be Morganzed by Foreign Company
Shareholders meeting in Hamburg votes to keep control with German subjects living in Germany. Directors must be German, changes moving seat abroad or dissolving the company require four fifths shareholder approval and a second confirmation. Albert Ballin argues against lowering freight rates via foreign control and asserts the deal benefits German firms, while noting American connections in the arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamburg
Germany
Albert Ballin
Herr Ballin
Americana
London Chamber of Commerce Meeting Adjourned Overcrowding
London's Chamber of Commerce annual meeting was forced to adjourn after crowding left attendees jammed into a small room. Lord Brassey, who presided, urged modernizing docks and warned against monolithic shipping power while predicting US movement afoot. He noted British shipyards must compete with Hamburg America and called for imperial customs union and closer Britain US ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
London Chamber of Commerce
Lord Brassey
New York
Hamburg
North Atlantic
J. Plerm
United States
Great Britain
Arbitration Movement Opens Eighth Annual Conference
The ninth annual conference on international arbitration convened in Lake Mohonk New York with over 20 attendees. Former Secretary of State John W. Foster presided and reviewed progress, noting a U S Mexico dispute referred to The Hague for adjudication and praising Lord Pauncefote's peace efforts. Trueblood traced the movement’s history and current cases, while proposing a future world commission to settle boundary questions among nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Mohonk
WN. Y
John W. Foster
Washington, D. C
Benjamin F. ‘Trueblood
American Peace Society
Philip W. Moxom
Id. Mass
L. Clark Beelye
Smith College
Foster
Pan-American Congress
Mexico
United States
Haugue
Will Vote On Tuesday Amid Amendments On Land Bills
The text notes a Senate session concluding with amendments to a land bill limiting ownership to 40 acres per person and considering changes to a provision allowing up to 3,000 acres for a group. Senator Burrows urged enactment, arguing against Philippine self government. The Senate also passed several bills including county bonds for a courthouse in Santa Cruz and school land adjustments, then adjourned after an executive session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cere
General Miller
Lodge
Phil Committee
Burrows
Maintainig
Senate
Board of Supervisors
Santa Cruz County
Arizona
Juneau
Derate in the House debate on subsidiary coinage bill
The House spent the day debating a bill to coin silver bullion at the treasury and to recoin standard silver dollars as needed by public necessity. The bill proposes subsidiary coinage of 100000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Treasury
Debate Over Silver Coinage Bill Raises Partisan Clash
Lawmakers spar over a treasury bill governing subsidiary silver coinage and recoinage of silver dollars. Proponents argue it tests public needs while opponents warn of moving toward a gold monopoly and accuse backers of aiming to create a banking trust. Debates narrow to quorum concerns as discussions proceed amid dwindling attendance.
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Bll
Connecticut
Shufroth Westernoy
Powler
Fr. Hill
Hill
Cochran
Missouri
Tawney
Mr. Bell
Colorado
Hull
Payment of Gen Leonard Wood as Cuba Governor General
The inquiry seeks the salary or compensation paid to Gen Leonard Wood in his role as Governor General of Cuba and the legal authority behind such payments. It requests details on the amount, the payer, and the official basis for disbursement.
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Gen. Leonard Wood
Cuba
Influx of Foreigners Breaks May Immigration Records
New York reports an Atlantic arrival of about 2000 immigrants expected this week, raising May totals to 85 000 to 90 000. Deportations rise with 750 people ordered to leave in the first twenty six days of May, driven by arrivals from Austria Hungary Italy and Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Atlantic
Austria-Hungary
Italy
Russia
Stately funeral for British ambassador Pauncefo te
The body of Lord Pauncefo te British ambassador to Washington was carried to his grave in a national funeral with representation from every department of the U S government. The ceremony signified high esteem for the late diplomat and friendly ties between the United States and Great Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Pauncefote
Washington
Lord Pauncefore
Great Britain
Resignation of French premier Waldeck-Rousseau announced
Paris May 2 The premier M Waldeck Rousseau formally informed the Cabinet of his resignation at today s meeting Public announcement will be made June 3 The entire Cabinet will resign with Waldeck Rousseau If announced now the President wishing to visit his home at Mont Elimar would have to stay in Paris and appoint a new ministry The public announcement is deferred until the President s return
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Paris
M. Waldeck-Rousseau
Mont Elimar
Relinquishment of Patented Lands in National Parks Authorized
The action authorizes the relinquishment to the United States of patented lands and claims within the boundaries of Sequoia, Yosemite and General Grant national parks, consolidating federal control over these areas and enabling park administration under federal stewardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Sequoia, Yosemite and
General Grant National Parks
Louisville Tragedies Involving Wife and Husband Death
Robert Simpson a 32 year old laborer killed his wife Stella 19 with gunfire then fatally shot himself at their home on Twenty second and Griffith avenue in Louisville Ky The crime was discovered next morning by Stella’s mother Mrs Bard who found Stella gravely wounded and Robert dead The wife described how he returned home drunk and fired twice at her before turning the gun on himself in the heart dying instantly
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Louisville
Robert Simpson
Stella Simpson
Twenty-second
Griffith Avenue
Attempt to Lynch a Negro in Louisville
Archie James, a 65 year old negro, and John Black, a young negro, quarreled on Second Street in Louisville. Black slashed James's throat from ear to ear, killing him instantly. Black was arrested as a mob tried to lynch him. police dispersed the crowd and he was jailed.
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Louisville
Archie James
John Black
Second Street
Market
Jefferson
James
Black
Aic
Return of Gen Wood from Cuba to Washington
General Wood arrives in Washington on government transport Kanawha after resigning as Cuba's military governor. He reports to Secretary Root on Cuba's orderly withdrawal and the republic’s inauguration. A six week stay is expected to wrap Cuban affairs as dignitaries attend his funeral procession and services at St. John's Church for the late Pauncefote. The ceremony draws high officials, ambassadors, and military units, with President Roosevelt in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
General Wood
Cuba
Kanawha
Metropolitan Club
Wood
War Department
Root
Weoood
Woods
Bartlett
Groves
Secretary of War
Lord Pauncefote
Philadelphia
Mackay Smith
Second Cavalry
United States Engineers
United States Marines
Herr von Holleben
M. Jules Cambon
Comte Cassini
Don Manuel de Aspiroz
Signor
Edmondo Mayor Des Planches
Hay
Henderson
O. H. Platt
Senate
St. John's Church
Roosevelt
Mr. Raikes
Edward VII
Captain Bell
Dominion of Canada
Pauncefote
Young
Diplomatic Corps
Cabinet
Congressional Committees of Foreign Relations
Departments
District of Columbia
Queen Victoria
Saul
Rock Creek Cemetery
United States Cavalry
United States
Atlantic
Democrats Clash Over State Convention Speakers
The mild state convention amid Democratic infighting heads into a one day event next Wednesday with talk of a keynote by John W. Kern opposed by B F Shively and concerns over leadership. County gathering the day before was sharply criticized as a farce with tally issues and low candidate interest due to feared losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank B. Burke
Burke
John W. Kern
B. F. Shively
Kern
Shiveley
Plans of Populists Convene June 4 State Meeting
State Populist secretary Beery Walter announced the party will hold its state convention on Wednesday June 4 with headquarters at the Spencer House. Delegates from fusionists are expected and several Democrats may switch to the Populists, weakening the Democratic slate. The convention begins at 11 a m with meetings at Spencer House Tuesday evening and potential use of the Criminal Court room if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. M. Walter
Populsts
Spencer House
Criminal Court
Beery Walter
Walter
Sullivan County Republicans See Possible Fall Gains
W Paul Stratton chairman of the Sullivan county Republican committee visited town yesterday and reported cheerful signs for the party in a county usually solidly Democratic He believes Republicans may cut Democratic majorities this fall though precise plans remain undecided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Paul Stratton
Sullivan County
Republican Committee
Decoration day notes and local events at City Cemetery
Decoration day services will be observed at the new Crown Cemetery on Churchman avenue. The United Circle of Meridian street M E Church meeting Friday May 30 is postponed. Buffaloes lodge hosts a summer social next Monday night at 21644 North Meridian street. Dr Fletcher to give illustrated lecture on Martinique and St Pierre next Wednesday before T B Laycock Manufacturing. Co C McClaughrey resigns as warden of Wisconsin State Prison. City Clerk Elliott demands fines from gamblers arrested in the Cleveland Club raid. 90 day stay totals $50. Correction: arrests occurred in the Walhalla cafe basement, not Maennerchor Hall. Maennerchor members uninvolved. Phoebe Verein Society to entertain for Deaconess Hospital tonight at German House auditorium with songs and a German novel paper. John Hammer asks to be arrested. deemed insane and jailed. Liverymen’s Association to raise funeral carriage rates starting June 1. $2 to $4, Sundays discussed at $5. Vocal recital at German House by local students and staff. John Bartel, brother of Building Inspector Samuel Bartel, dies at 41. survived by two children.
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New Crown Cemetery
Churchman Avenue
United Circle of
Meridian Street
M. E
General Custer Herd
Noble Order of Buffaloes
North Meridian Street
C. E. Coffin
C. I. Fletcher
Martinique
St. Pierre
Journal of Yesterday
Maennerchor Hall
Walhalla
Maennerchor
Phoebe Verein Society
Deaconess Hospital
Frederick Bachmann
Wulechner
John Hammer
Rader
Ilinois
Washington Streets
Hammer
Liverymen’s Association
Grace Cross
Lucile Lewentine
Mae McMillan
Harry 8. Lane
Frank J. Bennett
William H. Wilkinson
Misa Harriette Clevenger
Fred Libke
John Bartel
Samuel Bartel
Germania Avenue
Indianapolis
Harry
Gretchen
Family ties stretch across Muncie streets
A fragmented obituary note mentions a brother William in Muncie, a sister Mrs. Gus Smith residing on North Illinois Street, and another sister Mrs. Koehne on King Street, reflecting the deceased’s local kin network.
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William
Muncie
Gus Smith
North Illinois Street
Koehne
King Street
Kissel's Garden Sold in Compromise Sale
Kissel's garden at Capitol avenue and Twenty-sixth street was sold yesterday by Anna L. Kissel to William F. Mason of Butler county Ohio for $1500. Mason assumes a mortgage on the Indianapolis Brewing Company note. The sale fulfills a Kissel promise to go out of business after liquor license expiration Tuesday. Mason's plans for the property are not known. Other local transfers include Frederick H. Wiley selling a Illinois street property to India C. Harris for 4000 and Caroline Dannon buying Margaretta Pendergast's Pratt street property for 0.00. Henry J. Arsamann sold a Minversa street property to Malachi Kelley for 2850, and Lucy A. Hereth sold Highland avenue property to Charles E. Logsdon for 2500.
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India C. Harris
Illinois Street
Fifteenth
Caroline Dannon
Pratt Street
Pennsylvania
Margaretta Pendergast
Henry J. Arsamann
Minversa Street
New York Street
Malachi Kelley
Lucy A. Hereth
Charles E. Logsdon
Highland Avenue
Polk Street
The Codling Moth Threat to New York Orchards
The Codling Moth inflicts substantial losses on New York State apples and pears, costing farmers millions nationally. It hides in tree bark, lays tiny eggs on fruit, and causes worm damage, with spraying using Paris green the only effective control. Parasitic flies and birds curb some numbers, but the pest persists across U.S. orchards, tracing its origin to European imports and 19th century spread.
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New York Sun
New York State
Paris
Masachusetts
New England
Boston
Europe
Joseph Tufts
Cambridge
Larger Yields Desired in Wheat Farming
The Philadelphia Record notes farmers should aim for higher yields on fewer acres. European wheat yields are far higher, while American farmers keep many acres under cultivation with lower per acre profits. Intensification could lower costs and boost profits as neighbors influence market prices.
American farmers urged to grow bigger crops per acre
The article argues farmers should increase yields per acre using better implements, fertilizer, and manure. It contrasts American and European farming, notes high per-acre gains possible with good cultivation and ample manure, and warns against wasting labor on overly large areas. It highlights examples of high corn and strawberry yields and stresses profitability from larger yields per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Alfalfa in Northern Farms A Practical Guide
A Wisconsin correspondent outlines why alfalfa struggles in northern states and how to grow it. Key points cover soil depth and drainage, nutrient needs, lime application, seed rates, nurse crops, and winter protection to achieve heavy yields and boost dairy feed value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
New York State
Middle West
Reading Farmers Urged to Keep Cows in Milk Profit
Hoard's Dairyman argues that many farmers lose profits by letting cows dry up, while those who stay informed keep herds producing. A Kansas experiment shows buying cottonseed meal and increasing wheat and ground wheat inputs boosts milk and creamery profits, discouraging guesswork.
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Hoard
Kansas Experiment Station
Tve
Benefits of Drainage for Gardens and Crops
It notes that thorough drainage yields larger crops at lower cost. Monthly planting of string beans provides summer supply. Beans germinate quickly and grow fast, suitable for pickling. Old strawberry beds can be plowed under for late cabbage or turnips. If kept for a garden plot next spring, mow to prevent weed growth.
Maps Flake Advertisement Brings Summer Digestible Energy
A persuasive pitch extols Maps Flake as a nourishing summer food. It promises easy digestion and quick strength for brain and body. The copy urges trying one package, claiming you will become an avid Maps Flake user.
Garden and orchard tips from old farming guide
Late season soil work and manure use boost next year’s crops cucumbers squashes melons need rich soil. Stake training aids tomatoes and cucumbers along fences. Hire skilled tree trimming and weed control with rake and careful pruning. Hens in orchards help, select seeds to avoid replanting. Weeds deplete moisture. rake minimizes labor and expense.
Emancipation Flag and American Loyalty Reflected
The passage contrasts American restraint with Cuban devotion to their flag, noting how Cubans have venerable reverence for their ensign as a symbol of emancipation. It praises Cuba’s awakening to national identity and salutes their embrace of the flag amid historic ramparts at El Morro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Constitution
el Morro
Senatorial Banter Between Kalamazoo and Detroit Senators
Leslie's Weekly quotes Jor Burrows of Kalamazoo and Senator McMillan of Detroit in a playful exchange after a session. Burrows jokes about his wife and a visit to the Agricultural Department, framing the moment as a light aside from duties.
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Leslie
Jor Burrows
Kalamagoo
McMillan
Detroit
Agricultural Department
Loergee
Jetroit
Aestor
Kalamazoo
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Lenden Chamber of Com. Cee
Hrassey
Arbitration Movement
Derate
Inter
M. Pierre Marievaldeck
Gen. Wood
Secretary
City News Notes
Kissel
Battle Creek
Mich
U.S. A
Havana
STAR
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Spearhead
Standard Navy
OLD Peach & Honey
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