Steele’s Scalp: Citizens Demand Police Board Change
A citizen delegation representing Populists pressed Gov on removal of the police board and Chief Steele. They allege corruption and promise to reveal charges, with figures like Wingett and Lindsay cited. supporters claim officers profited from local vice, while some deny any specific charges.
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Derogation visit prompts cautious consideration of protests
Afragmentary notice describes a visit by a group associated with the Papisist Flambeau club. It notes this visit as the first intimation of protests and states the governor will give the matter careful attention while indicating uncertainty about confluence and timing.
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Ornament Favorite Amid Derby Field In Kentucky Run
Louisville, May 12 The twenty third Kentucky Derby will be run over a heavy course Six of the best five year olds in the west will start Ornament Clayton 117 Ben Brown Ballard UT Dr Cavett GR WIllanes 17 Typhoon II Garner 117 Te Sheppard HM 212 Goshen wun A large crowd expected with attendance projected at 26 000 All indications point to Ornament as the favorite though every colt in the field has a strong following A game between New York and Leulah vine was postponed due to wet grounds.
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Boy Beaten by Father Sparks Outcry in Neighborhood
Oliver Evans of 228 Hanrock Street severely beat his eight year old son Tommy this morning. Neighbors protested at the police station as Tommy’s cries drew an angry crowd. Evans, about 35, allegedly tied Tommy and his brother in the yard and whipped them. Tommy has suffered repeated abuse and was carried into the house after a brutal beating. Police and city officials pursued action. Evans faced potential arrest for assault.
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Desperate Measures in Kentucky Senate Passes Raid Response
In Frankfort on May 12 the Kentucky Senate approved a strong substitute plan addressing turnpike raiders. It authorizes armed citizens to defend property, compels county judges to provide police and up to ten armed guards, and imposes penalties for offenses by raiders while mandating protection of tollgates and public or private property. The measure strengthens existing statutes amid ongoing mob violence and seeks to deter further raids.
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Lightning's Work devastates Norfolk strawberry camp
A severe thunderstorm hit Norfolk Va last night tearing through the city with fires and damaged power lines. Reports say about 50 strawberry pickers gathered in a county towne camp were burned though this cannot be confirmed. The event follows a string of fires and public alarm as utilities fail and emergency crews respond.
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March on Athens and Greek Turkish sea clash report
Constantinople reports delays in diplomacy over mediation on peace. Greek gunboat Venus captured a Turkish steamer off Tenedar with troops and rifles aboard. no revolution seen in Athens as powers push Turkey toward concessions and mediation.
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Constantine's Bluff Admonition to Greek Troops
In a filed address from Domoukina Constantine urges soldiers to endure privations as the Greek army falls back from Phar Salos positions. He promises counterattack strength and vows to defend Greek territory while stressing duty to fatherland and nation. The Greek commissary is abandoned with no coffee for bread and cheese.
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Refugees Herded as War Displaces Thessalians in Greece
London dispatch dated May 12 reports about 50 000 Thessalians driven from homes after a surprise move by Turkish forces. Thousands of women and children endure continuous rain with carts and horses requisitioned by the military. Fires rage nightly as villages burn and Greek authorities struggle to supply bread to the homeless.
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Villages Burned by Turks in Thessaly Escape Drama
Athens dispatch reports 14 villages set ablaze by Turkish forces in Thessaly after massacres of women and children. Men resisted fiercely as women and children fled to the mountains and caves of Mount Zatonges, with only scattered survivors remaining.
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Armistice Proposed in Talks Over Turkey Greece War
May 12 report says powers proposed an armistice while peace negotiations between Turkey and Greece continue. Admirals informed to prevent Greek troop departure from Crete. Greek troops begin to leave Crete on three steamers. Correspondents arrested in Almyros amid Crete developments.
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Failure of San Frantisco firm Brown & Co shocks trade
San Francisco creditors form a four member pool to investigate the insolvency of Williams Crown & Co, wholesale shipper and commission merchants, blamed on Australian consignments and fruit ventures. The firm had handled 150,000 to 200,000 cases of salmon annually and exported to Australia, with shipments sometimes valued at 3500.00 to the Antipodes. The collapse follows heavy grain shipments and a volatile market, despite past profitability in Australia.
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What Constitutes a Good Policeman Read at Convention
At the convention of chiefs of police a paper on what constitutes a good policeman was read by A B Connolly of Atlanta. Connolly argued officers should avoid meddling in politics and should not influence votes. Cincinnati's Chief Deitzeh discussed what an officer should know and claimed any officer involved in politics should be dismissed. Tariff Bill noted for the 18th.
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Mob crowds assault circus in Chicago balloon ascent fails
A crowd of about 2000 Polish and Bohemian workers stormed a South Chicago tent after delays in Harry Blake’s balloon ascent. Ropes were cut, the balloon car rose 100 feet, Blake escaped uninjured, and three circus workers were injured by stones and bricks before police arrived. crowd dispersed with no arrests.
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Railroads Await Supreme Court Action on Traffic Associations
Washington May 12 The Supreme Court shows no hurry to rule on whether railroads may form traffic associations. The transit cases, involving western lines and routes from Chicago to the Atlantic seaboard, stood five to four against the right. no decision will be announced until next term. The court refuses to retrial and will hear the joint traffic case next winter.
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Inventor Seeks Topeka Move For Hose Coupling
G A Anderson, inventor of a garden and fire hose coupling, plans Topeka location for large scale manufacture. He has invited to speak before the Commercial Club and says foundry facilities are needed. His invention is about a year old with a growing trade.
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Johnstown Food Association to Dinner in New York May 31
The Johnstown food correspondent association will hold its annual meeting and dinner at the Waldorf hotel in New York on the evening of May 31.
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Convention urged immediate action on interstate commerce reform
The May 42 convention of railroad commissioners adopted a resolution calling for immediate passage by Congress to curb abuses in interstate transport. It urged reforms from the tenth annual report and warned against any act that expands carrier powers without commission support, with copies to Senate and House leaders.
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Three Months to Finish New Melanarch Bridge Piers
Topeka progress report on the New Melanarch Bridge over the Kansas River states four piers and two abutments will be completed within 30 days and the bridge ready for traffic in three months. Edwin Thacher of Keepers and Thacher says opening may align with the Fall Festival week and emphasizes continuous, round‑the‑clock masonry and steel work to prevent settlement and ensure a solid structure.
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Dodge the Decision Elevates Kentlemen's Agreement on Rates
Chicago May 22 executive of Givers of the western ryads failed to place their freight rate proposal into effect. They may not form a regular settlement and could be compelled to modify later. A lighter informal gentlemen's agreement was later entered to maintain rites with no penalties for violations.
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No Sympathy for Greece Senate Committee Report
Senate committee on Corelen Felations tabled an adverse report on Senator Allen's Greek sympathy resolution related to Greece and Turkey. The panel noted prior action on Cameron's similar measure and said the executive should express sympathy. The committee also planned to seek full Cuban situation information from the State Department.
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Going on From the United States Puzzle Feature
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Japan Seeks Gold as Imports Delay Pay for Three Months
London reports confusion over gold flows from New York as exports to America are unsettled. Trade balance shifts and currencies disrupt the money market, with American and European capital seeking gold through various routes, while Japan and other nations adjust to changing rates.
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Manufactures’ Association Urges Gas Privilege Court Action
Cinelnnat reports a new Manufacturers Association formed by leading gas belt firms Alexandria Elwood Kokomo Parnicte ton Munet Marion Gilean Poir mount Busimbyiite Gate City Al ang Auderaun. They demand court action to protect gas privileges and raise a fund to prosecute the work. Plans include compromise with oil drillers and handling surplus gas ahead of restrictions.
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Threatened Havana Clash Report From Cuban Band Activity
A band of Cubans under Delcade surrounded Hatans Saturday and Sunday. The attack lasted over an hour and left several Spanish soldiers dead and wounded. Cuban forces reportedly faced heavy Cuban resistance and ongoing clashes around the city as wounded soldiers were brought to hospitals.
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Erie Canal bank gives way near Waterford and Mechanicsville
About 12 percent of the canal bank collapsed at midnight between Waterford and Mechanicsville due to quicksand. Significant farm property suffered in the nearby area. estimated loss to the state runs to 344,000 dollars.
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Victory for Liberals in Canadian Parliament Races
Montreal May 11 Liberals secure a large majority in Parliament as Conservative premier EJ Blinn is defeated. Final returns show Liberals 53 Conservatives 2. Marehand to be next premier after late-night triumph with strong public acclaim.
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