Roman Catholic Apologist Fights for American Rights in Congress
Massachusetts Democrat defends his faith amid heated debate over the District of Columbia appropriation bill. He denounces sectarian influence, declares pride in being Roman Catholic, and rejects any oath-bound secrecy undermining public duty. Also notes cabinet motions on Cuba and a New York report on military appointments.
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Cutting Salaries in Abilene City Hall Reform
Abilene city officials approve salary cuts to reduce expenditures. City attorney drops from 000 to 1800 annually, clerk from 200 to 145, marshal from 54 to 305 monthly, street commissioner to 350 daily, total municipal payroll reduced under new plan.
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Father’s Crime Ends in Shootings and Suicide in Texas
In Hear Lever, Texas, April 12 a father mortally shot his daughter's lover and wounded the young woman's heart, then killed himself. The couple, Miss Brooks and A G Worrels, were to marry against the father's wishes. The father shot Miss Brooks as she rose from a train platform, then wounded Worrels. Brooks later attempted to explode dynamite at a quarry, but the device detonated prematurely, killing him.
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New Reciprocity Bill Heads Toward Report in House
A House subcommittee agreed to report a new reciprocity measure offered by Br. Hopkins. The bill aims to regulate and equalize U S trade with foreign nations by reciprocal concessions, shifting from McKinley era rules and not lowering existing duties. The proposal covers five sections and focuses on relief rather than new duties.
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Power From Niagara Wire Transmitted To New York City
Power from the Niagara Power Company will be transmitted to New York City over 449 miles of wire on May 8. Western Union supplies the cables for the heaviest conductors, marking the longest distance ever used to carry electrical power. The test aims to prove the system can operate over great distances.
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All for Silver in St Louis Primaries With a Whoop
In St Louis many Democratic primaries chose delegates to the State Convention at Sedalia and then Chicago. The race split between free silver and sound money factions with a strong free silver showing. ex governor Francis and G Martisi supported sound money while others backed free silver. Francis attended by proxy as a gold advocate. six wards’ delegates will be contested at Sedalia. In Jackson County the free silver and Stone faction won decisively, while six ward elections remain contested for Sedalia seating.
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Attempted Jail Break at St Joseph Prison
A bold attempt to break from Buchanan county jail at St Joseph was thwarted when a prisoner noted a man crawling from a window and alarms sounded. Four murderers and many other inmates were secured as guards investigated the scene and the partial escape plan.
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Whiskers Made of Hay at Chicago Office Noise
Larkin rents a new Chicago office and endures a chaotic rehearsal of a vaudeville act. Bobby Allen, famed songster, and a comedian perform while a phonograph and audience drown out work. A frustrated Larkin mutters about moving and the nuisance of the talent show in the next room.
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Struck by Squall Drowns Six Sailors Blairmore Disaster
A British ship Blairmore sank in Mission Bay off San Francisco after a fierce squall and flood tide. Sixteen seamen struggled in the water as ballast and wreckage hampered rescue efforts. six drowned and the ship lay buried beneath the waves. Boats saved some, but many perished. Estimated loss tops $325,000 with costly salvaging ahead.
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Attempted Robbery on Iron Mountain Line Near Gads Hill
Five masked men tried to wreck a southbound Texas Special on Iron Mountain road at Gads Hill Missouri around 1 am. An extra engine and caboose arriving ahead triggered a switch and the outlaws fled on horseback after a volley of shots. In Linneus Missouri a romance ended as David Robbins, under a 15 year penitentiary sentence, wed Ida Rooks before his transfer to prison. Ohio news notes electricity fines and a constitutional convention vote slated for fall. Covington Kentucky delegates favoring McKinley chosen for St Louis convention.
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New Frame Departments to Open at No 638 Kate Sas Avenue
In Picture Frames shop outlines expansion from ready made frames to custom frames with a new stack of mouldings. Stocks expected for inspection soon as the store announces two new departments and promises low prices on made to order frames alongside existing ready made offerings.
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An Iowa Orator Bob Cousins Stuns Capitol Crowd
Young Bob Cousins of Town rises from obscurity to dominate a crowded session with a vigorous speech on the House floor. The Iowa speaker impresses veterans and stenographers as he articulates with humor and clarity, earning sudden fame and national attention.
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