Fleet Is Home Again After Months Abroad
The San Diego welcome for the United States battleship fleet marks a grand coastal spectacle with a full public turnout on April 1. Governor Gillett and Rear Admiral Thomas lead ceremonies aboard the flagship, followed by a festive banquet at the Hotel del Coronado and a nocturnal illumination display along Coronado Bay.
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Connecticut
California
United States Navy
Sperry
Emery
Hotel del Coronado
Warner K. Porter
Gillett
Admiral Thomas
San Diego
Two Brothers Die in Separate Tragic Coal Mine Accidents
Brazil Indiana April 15 The dead body of Thomas Byrne a 27 year old coal miner and member of a valued family was found mangled at Vandalia crossing Jones street. A brother was killed at Turner two months earlier in a similar manner.
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Brazil
Ind
Thomas Byrne
Jones Street
Byrne
Turner
Bankers Bound Over In City Bank Fraud Case
In Dowagine Michigan April 15 bankers Frank Lyle and Ira B Gage of the defunct City bank were bound over to circuit court in 5000 bond. The hearing raised total charges to five with three against Lyle and two against Gage. Hardenbrook treasurer of Wayne township alleged deposits were made on Gage’s assurance the bank was sound. Prosecutors call it conspiracy. defense argues lack of false pretenses. The pair were taken to Cassopolis to await the April term.
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Dowagine
Mich
Frank Lyle
Ira B. Gage
City Bank
Lyle
Gage
I. Hardenbrook
Wayne Township
Hardenbrook
Kinnane
Bresnahan
Messrs
Flardenbrook
Guage
Cassopolis
Kaiser Toasts John Bull at Corfu Luncheon
Berlin dispatch reports at a luncheon in honor of officers of the British battleship Implacable Emperor William toasted two flags and unity for world peace. Captain Kerr replied that God made a great emperor from a man who became a great admiral. The king spoke freely with guests.
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Berlin
Lokal Anzeiger
Corfu
Mplacable
William
Kerr
Implacable
Admiral Kerr
Delaware Democrats Uninstructed Delegation Aims Denver
New York April 15. Delaware state convention endorses an uninstructed delegation to the national Democratic convention in Denver. Judge Gray declines to seek instruction, urging delegates not to present his name, while Bryan supporters push to instruct delegates for Bryan but lose in committee votes.
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New York
William J. Bryan
Committee On
Denver
Bryan
Committee On Resolutions
Cumstances
Delaware
United States
Judge Gray
Thomas F. Bagart
Gray
Kent County
Gray Declines the Honor in Dover
Dover April 15 Judge George Gray issued a written declaration saying he could not accept any honor under the circumstances. The note cites conflicts with duties and a request to refrain from any ceremonial praise. Local officials acknowledge the decision and continue with planned observances in his absence.
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Dover
Del
George Gray
Bryan Speech Draws Seven Thousand In Peoria Coliseum
In Peoria Illinois on April 15, about seven thousand people from central Illinois attended a political address by William J Bryan at the Coliseum. The Mandan club organized the event and Frank J Quinn was slated to introduce Bryan, a role he had previously assumed at Springfield but backed out last minute. Judge Worthington then introduced Bryan.
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Bryan
Peoria
Central Illinois
Willam J. Bryan
Mandan Club
Frank J. Quinn
Springfield
Quinn
Bryanites
Judge Worthington
Walking Arsenal: Skinner Arms for Protection
John C. Skinner, the Muncie saloon keeper who killed Gola Eppard last December, says a conspiracy seeks his assassination. He patrols his route nightly with a shotgun and revolver after receiving threats, including a recent anonymous letter warning “Watch out for the gang.” He was acquitted on the Eppard killing after evidence showed Eppard was drunk that night.
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Muncie
Ind
John C. Skinner
Gola Eppard
Fppard
Skinner
John Skinner
Eppard
Markets Chicago Hogs and cattle figures for April 15 1908
Chicago market page shows hog receipts and prices with light and heavy packing, mixed packs and shore ship grades. Cattle and sheep sections list estimated receipts, market tone steady to lower, with figures for natives and western stockers and feeders, plus grain company credit details.
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Texas
Skinner’s claim of self defense after attack in court
Skinner testified he was assaulted at a location and fired in self defense, a statement sharpened by the defense as a necessary measure. The incident drew prosecutors to argue intent, while witnesses described the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.
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Skinner
Indictments Reported in Pierson Case at Champaign
Gertie L. Pierson and Leasure O Nea l are believed indicted by the Champaign county grand jury on a charge of poisoning James L. Pierson. Witnesses called for May 5, arraignment likely, with possible venue change. A large quantity of strychnine was found in Pierson’s stomach per Chicago experts.
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Champaign
Mera
Gertie L. Pierson
Leasure O'Neal
Champaign County
James L. Pierson
Philbrick
Pierson
Chicago
County votes wet in Buchanan Missouri race
Buchanan county outside St. Joseph votes wet by a 1,004 majority. Ohio General Assembly unanimously invites Senator Foraker to address on primary election reform on April 22. Mayor Sanders and the Republican ticket win in New Britain Connecticut. Santa Fe president I P Ripley suffers abscesses in both ears at Bakersfield California.
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Ohio General Assembly
Senator Foraker
Sanders
New Britain
Conn
I. P. Ripley
Santa Fe Railroad
Bow Ears
Bakersfield
Cal
John Basock Promises a Square Deal to All
A brief personal note from John A. Basock asserts commitment to fairness and a square deal for everyone, emphasizing straightforward, dependable service without superfluous claims.
President urges four battleships to strengthen navy
Washington April 15 The presidents message in favor of funding four new battleships drew mixed reactions in Congress with supporters of a larger navy praising the stance while opponents warned against the expense. The House welcomed the plan but anti battleship critics, including New York citizens, argued against spending over 60 million dollars. The debate centers on naval buildup versus restraint.
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Washington
Congress
House
China
Great Britain
United States
New York City
Tawney
Foraker Wins Applause in Defense of Colored Soldiers
Washington crowds in the senate galleries applaud Ohio Senator Foraker as he defends colored soldiers discharged over Brownsville links. The speech draws hours of quiet listening, culminating in seven minutes of sustained handclapping. Colleagues from both parties greet him, while a written message from the president’s secretary is skimmed due to the uproar.
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Washington
Senate
Foraker
Ohio
Warner
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Thos. Carmody
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