Glenn Asks Probe Of Election Funds In 1914 Campaign
Harrisburg reports Representative Glenn of Venango introduces a resolution for a joint committee to investigate alleged illegal funding by liquor interests in the 1914 Pennsylvania campaigns. The measure seeks subpoenas, hearings, and full powers to uncover transactions, with auditors and counsel aiding the probe.
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Harrisburg
Glenn
Venango County
Brumbaugh
Senate
House
Commonwealth
Pennsylvania
Geiser
Northampton
Dunn
Philadelphia
Nissley
Dauphin
Lindsey
Warren
Melat
Fulton
Pennsylvana
His
Whitaker
Chester
Executive Department
Gormley
Beaver
Geser
Dell
Huntingdon
Hubler
Luzerne
Bishop Dubs Dead In Pennsylvania Area
Local bulletin reports Bishop Rude of the Voiter Evangel church has died in a Pennsylvania area parish on March 31. Details are sparse in the fragmentary note.
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Dubs
Rude En
Brumbaugh Cox Child Labor Bill Gains House Support
Harrisburg March 36 Republicans remove all opposition as the Brumbaugh Cox bill advances to the first reading calendar. The amended measure tightens limits on hours and ages, bans work in saloons, and adds newspaper selling rules while placing enforcement with the Department of Labor and Industry.
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Harrisburg
Republican
Brumbaugh-Cox
Manufacturers’ Committee
House of Representatives
House
Ware
McNichol
Crow
Senate
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Department of Labor and Industry
Huerta Leaves Spain for Mexico Revolution Rumors
General Victoriano Huerta and his secretary sailed from Cadiz today on the Antonio Lopez bound for the Atlantic. His family stays in Barcelona amid rumors he plans a new Mexican revolution. The steamer will stop at Porto Rico Cuba Laguira Venezuela and Colon on its route.
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Madrid
Spain
Victoriano Huerta
Cadiz
Antonio Lopez
General Huerta
Barcelona
Huerta
Mexico
Porto Rico
Cuba
Laguira
Venezuela
Colon
Mad dog scare hits Clarendon streets last Wednesday
A black and brown hound owned by A L Snyder ran amuck through Clarendon, frothing and snapping at people and dogs. It bit at least a dozen other dogs before disappearing. The dog was later killed and its head sent to Harrisburg for rabies testing.
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Clarendon
A. L. Snyder
Persnn
Harrisburg
Illusive Man Oliver Osborne Tangles Rae Tanzer Case
Rae Tanzer, a small forewoman, sued James W Osborne for 50000 for breach of promise. She testified she mistook Oliver Osborne for Osborne and sent letters to J W Osborne. Osborne’s evasive conduct and lack of photographs hinder detectives in tracing his true identity.
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Rae Tanzer
New York
James W Osborne
United States
H. Snowden Marshall
Oliver Osborne
Tanzer
Marshall
Miss Tanzer
James W. Osborne
New York Athletic Club
J. W. Osborne
Sherman Square Hotel
Rae Tanner
Jersey
Plainfield
F-4 Submarine Located Outside Harbor As Rescue Efforts Continue
Honolulu reports the submerged F-4 has been located off the harbor with portions of its superstructure brought to the surface. Dredge California and tugs prepare to lift the craft while navy divers, led by Agraz who set a 215 foot depth record, completed a descent and ascent. Naval officers say lifting the submarine will face major mechanical challenges, as searches proceed through the night with crowds watching.
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Honolulu
California
Feu
Oregon
Agraz
Naval
Julius A. Furer
Prohibition Could Aid Britain in War Effort Says Lloyd George
Lloyd George addressing a Shipbuilders Employers Federation deputation urged total prohibition of alcohol, extending to private clubs, arguing drink is a major wartime foe. He cited reduced productivity, yard absences, and higher pub revenue, and said root and branch action is needed to curb German militarism. He promised to present the deputation's statements to the cabinet and noted the king's deep concern.
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Germany
Austria
Davia
Lloyd George
France
Russia
Senat
Lloyd-George
Lord Kitchener
Field Marshal French
King George Likely to End Alcohol in War Effort
London reports King George volunteers to end use of strong drink in royal household to back measures against drunkenness impacting munition delivery. He sent notification to David Lloyd George, with public and press urging drastic steps toward total prohibition. Government undecided, though Lloyd George and Lord Kitchener reportedly favor it, pending parliament, compensation, and reemployment concerns.
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London
George
David Lloyd George
Exchequer
Lord Stamfordham
Republicans Indorse Sherman for 1916 Presidency
In Peoria Illinois on March 31 Republicans of the tenth judicial district met to nominate circuit court judges and endorsed Senator Sherman for president on the Republican ticket in 1916.
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Peoria. Hil
Tenth Judicial District
Y. Sheman
Submarine torpedoes two liners killing many
London reports German submarines sank the American liner Falaba and British steamer Aguila near the Irish coast. Falaba carried 90 crew and about 160 passengers with 140 rescued and eight dying later. Aguila's crew of 42 and three passengers were largely lost, with some survivors rescued by trawlers and the Ottilie. The U-28 reportedly fired on Aguila and boats were shot as passengers fled.
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London
Liverpool
Lisbon
St. Georges Channel
Germany
England
Ottilie
Fish Guard
Amstel
Flamborough Head
Wales
Smalls
Ireland
Revue
Bannerman
Augil
Tomar
Apostle Freed, Kingdom of God Cult Leader Released
Percy A. George, called an apostle of the Kingdom of God cult, was freed by Chief of Police France after five days in jail in Alliance, Ohio, while authorities investigate the death of 23-year-old Amy Tanner.
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Alliance
Percy A. George
Kngdom of God
Amy Tanner
France
Terant Leases at the Mat Of Siva Explained
A notice details terant leases at the Mat Of Siva with key dates and terms. It outlines who administers the leases and the process for applicants to secure space at the venue.
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Siva
Carranza Looted Treasury Allegations and Border Skirmishes
An official statement from the Villa-Zapata government claims Carranza officials seized 16,000,000 pesos in bonds and securities from the national treasur y. Foreign holders may be impacted as guarantees and deposits face recovery attempts. U S forces under Major General Funston monitor Matamoros for Villa attacks while rail lines near Vera Cruz face disruptions and unrest in northern Sonora. Reports describe border fortifications and no confirmed cross border fire from Brownsville.
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Washington
Villa-Zapata Corrention
Mexico City
State Department
Carranza
Lega
Funston
Brownsville
Texas
Matamoras
War Department
Browns
Jalags
Navy
West
Navajoa
Sonora
Tex
United States Army
Villa
Seige
Ge Funstl
Producers Favor Problets Bill In Harrisburg Hearing
Oil producers from Pennsylvania and other states told the Senate Judiciary General Committee that a bill by Senator Phipps would require crude petroleum and derivatives to be branded by grade and origin. refiners opposed the measure citing business impact and the need to keep marketing flexible. The hearing showed producers largely favor the bill while refiners oppose it.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Tr Unitty
Senate Judiciary General Committee
Phipps
Venaungo County
Oklahoma
Key
Bitharasa
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Manufacturers’ Committee of House
New Revolt
Oliver
King
Swear
Indorse Sherman
Falaba
Apostle
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