United States Steel centralizes operations to Pittsburgh plan
The Pittsburgh Press reports a centralizing policy by the United States Steel Corporation to move work from scattered plants to Pittsburgh. About 50,000 workers are to be brought to area plants, with coking, bridge, and steel operations consolidated at New Kensington, Wilkinsburg, and other sites. The shift aims to reduce costs by closing isolated plants and expanding centralized facilities in the Pittsburgh district.
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American Bridge Company
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Wricon Hridee Mints
Pointe
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Morgan
Republicans Win In Baltimore Municipal Election
In Baltimore the municipal election first held under a new ballot law produced a decisive Republican victory with 18 of 246 wards carried and 18 seats won on the city council. Voter turnout was about 6 percent while the Black vote showed strength. Democrats attribute losses to traction differences. The dispatch also notes Starch Trust activity and a National Starch company update regarding factory closings due to corn supply.
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Watervliet to Test New Big Gun for Coast Defense
A Washington report says Captain Wheeler of the ordnance bureau travels to Watervliet New York for a near completion 2378 pound 21 mile range gun. If tested it would protect New York Brooklyn Jersey City Buffalo San Francisco and Hampton Roads. The weapon's length total 9 feet 230 inches and bore 3 feet 4 inches with a rear calimeter of inches.
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Washington
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Op Wit Marth
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Hempstead
Long Beach
Long Island
Perite Abbey
Paterson
New Jersey
Brooklyn
Jerker City
Ite
Simten Téland
Combinations and reciprocity loom in world trade talk
In a Chicago speech from May, Siegfried and Ribot discuss a potential European bloc to curb American goods. They argue that a formal trade alliance could foster better political ties, with mutual benefits in textiles, iron, and machinery, though reciprocal terms complicate relations.
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Europe
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France
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Niles
Extland
Rates To Rise From New York To Mississippi Valley
May publication notes rail rates from New York to Mississippi valley points will advance on and after May. A pioneer rate differential over water lines is outlined, affecting routes via rail and water toward Cincinnati and beyond. Public notices urge shippers to prepare for the adjustments, with future meetings planned for nationwide rate alignment and separate increases for canned fish freight starting May 13.
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Journal of Commerce
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Locit v
Cincinnati
Louisville
Shenandoah Junction
Strasbore Junction
Alexandria
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New York Freight and Transportation Bureau
Mississippi
Ohio
Knoxville
Chattanooga
Selma
Montgomery
Pensacola
Eastport
Laber
Machtarport
Maine
Long Island
Garnett City Council Opens With Prayer and Oath
At the regular Garnett meeting Mayor Dr J A Henning was installed. After prayer the council and officers took their oaths and discussed duties. City marshal and commissioner roles were confirmed as part of initial council proceedings.
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Wichita Bank Receipts Signal Stronger Growth Ahead
Wichita banking data show receipts rising and expectations of notable increases. Analysts cite expanding deposits, loan activity, and economic momentum as drivers of the anticipated growth in coming months.
McPherson Approves Refund of Railroad Bonds
McPherson council last night finalized refunding of old railroad bonds totaling 12 1/2 million dollars. The old bonds paid 6 percent interest while the new issue will pay about 4 1/2 percent, saving the city roughly 15 thousand dollars at maturity.
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Cardinal Gill pronounces Jubilee honor with Cardinal Martinelli
An ornate Catholic ceremony honors a high ranking prelate with a papal audience. Cardinal Gillonsite delivers praise as Cardinal Martinelli replies, acknowledging service and inviting continued harmony among church leaders. The rite concludes with cardinal vesting and blessing, witnessed by clergy and the crowd.
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Ile Metropalitin
Amy Ryan
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Fire Drives Tenants From Five-Story Block
A five story apartment building at Sixteenth Street and Lexington Avenue burned down last night. Three people are reported missing, with others seriously injured. Damages estimated at 0.000. Mr and Mrs Young escaped by leaping from a fourth floor window. Several residents named include Femnex Conway and Elizabeth Walton, all with various injures. hospital care reported.
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Six- Meth Street
Lexington Avenue
Mr. Young
Wise
Mra Young
Femnex Conway
Gere Roerantreman Hanisburn- Come
Elizabeth Walton
J. Wankmaker
Prisoners Escape From Counts Jail in Great Bend
In Great Bend Kansas last night three prisoners Edward Eizine Charles Howard and Herbert Campbell escaped from the counts jail by removing two boards from the wall near a window. They were held for trial on a charge of robbing the store of Curtis Sheean at Verbeck in the north part of the county.
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Counts
Edward Eizine
Charles Howard
Herbert Campbell
Hien
Jurtis Sheean
Verbeck
Bryan to Speak in Nevada for afternoon address
Arrangements are set for a speech by W. J. Bryan in Nevada Missouri on a May afternoon. He has long expressed interest in speaking there, with prior calls to be heard in Port Wayne and other places. The May event follows a strong Democratic showing and a significant election victory margin.
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Nevada
W. J. Bryan
Arizona Territory Admission Drive At Indian School Ceremony
A fragmented report describes a ceremony near Phoenix at an Indian industrial school with a pledge of territory admission. An Indian band plays Fall Columbia while a Pinto mime depicts Uncle Sam. The tale touches political hopes, ruins inspection, and a desert journey toward sea level in the Gulf of California basin.
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Congress
Indian Industrial School
Phoenix
Pintomime
Colorado Desert
Gulf of California
SMASHERS' TRIAL Continued tale of witness Kuehne
Testimony in the Smashes trial records Otto Kuehne describing with others at Curtis and Jackson streets. He explains encountering a masked crowd, signaling police at the depot, and following the group after they moved toward the Curtis street area.
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Emerson
Campbell
Otto Kuehne
Curtis
Kuehne
Jackson
Augusta GA Cotton Warehouse Fire Threatens City
A 3:30 PM blaze in Augusta Georgia destroyed the Union Compress warehouse and burned Phinizy & Co and S.M. Whites' depots. About ten thousand bales of cotton may have burned. 24,000 bales lie within 100 yards of the blaze. The Charleston & Western Carolina terminus with new freight depot stands nearby. The fire, driven by a brisk wind, risked spreading toward central areas. losses estimated around $200,000 with no reported deaths.
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Charleston & Western Carolina
Sbee
Attorneys Move to Dismiss Appeal Over Council Authority
The Parker case seeks dismissal arguing fewer than a majority of the five city council members authorized action. Hughes lawyers allegedly lack authority to appear for M. Snattinger, W. Chaney and DD S. Myers. Only S C Miller and S A Swenson remain, while district court judgment is referenced.
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Avenged Her Mother: Aide N Baar Kills Father Then Self
Gustave Baar, 41, prominent St. Louis school board official and former state legislator, was shot dead at home by his 16 year old daughter Ida N Baar who then killed herself. Both were shot in the head. A note left by Ida explained ongoing insults from the father to the mother and her resolve to kill him and herself.
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Gustave Baar
Ballif
Ida N
Wiis
Mr. Bear
Ten Days in an Auto Bound for Chicago
New York reports Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shaw starting a ten day automobile journey from the Palmer hotel toward Chicago. Edmond Sire accompanies them. They expect breakdowns and plan to stop in Albany and other cities with prearranged accommodations. Sire carries tools to fix quick machinery issues.
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Bearr
Ester
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Erie
Cleveland
Sire
Topeka Mill Proposal Boosts Local Flour Trade
A proposed new mill and elevator in Topeka aims to start with 2000 barrels daily capacity and 100000 capital stock. Backers claim added mill will raise Topeka’s status in the global flour market, drawing funds from Topeka capitalists to form a company. The project follows a recent mill fire and notes existing regional flour demand.
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Governor Stanley Names Dr O Donnell as Surgeon General
Governor Stanley Joday appointed Dr Henry O Donnell of Ellsworth to a seat on his staff as surgeon general. The position, created by the militia reform last winter, is largely an honor. O Donnell represents Ellsworth county and aided farmers against grain trust infringements. He may return if he chooses, facing possible political shifts. Death of Ex Governor Williams noted in San Francisco, California.
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Dr.o'donnell
Stanley Joday
Henry O'Donnell
Ellsworth
da O'Donnnell
Elsworth County
Grain Trust
Kage
Market Report Shows Mixed Wheat and Live Stock Tone
Chicago May market notes weak wheat prices with early gains fading as buyers paused. July futures reversed from highs while feeding demand remained muted. cattle receipts steady with mixed live stock futures and futures about even as traders watched receipts and deliveries.
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Cileliy
Comtraee Stade
Eales Certata
Theis
Shomrhio
Kansas City Livestock and Market Report Summary
Kansas City market notes show cattle, hogs, and mutton offerings with prices and quotations. Highlights include cattle, hogs, and mutton trading, dairy and creamery items, and cotton futures with spot quotations referenced for New York on May 8.
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Boakgleo Choice Pavtter Creamery
New York
Market notes and prices from Topeka and New York exchanges
A fragmented market report lists Topeka and New York price movements for grains and dairy. It mentions butter, creamery, and market activity, with references to wheat, corn, and stocks shifting with yesterday's trading and upcoming bids.
Advertising in The State Journal Delivers Quick Public Reach
The State Journal urges readers to hire help, rent or sell property, trade goods, and promote new stock via small or 25 cent advertisements. It promises broad Kansas readership, rapid responses, and a low cost per day for classified ads.
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