Free List Measure Faces Tariff Debate On Capitol Hill
Washington April 20 House debated the farmers free list bill. Critics Cannon Cantona Gudgeer Richardson Hary Dies Hubbard pressed against the measure while Underwood backed it, arguing it reduces tariff revenue and lowers prices. The report contends duties on leather, meats, and lumber hinder farmers and public welfare.
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Washington
Ways and Means Committee
House
Underwood
Taft
Paris Maintains Third as Population Surges
The Paris census shows the city holding its position as the world’s third largest. An overall French census reports a population rise with 124 255 noted in a period summary.
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Paris
Barta
UTR
Great Fame Dedicates Religious Structure in New York
In New York the Protestant Episcopal cathedral church of St John the Divine held a long dedication for its choir and memorial chapels as the sun lit the ground glass windows. At the present rate, completion will take seventy five years, and the ceremony stretched over four hours and a half with music and benediction by the bishop.
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New York
St John the Divine
Joseph G. Cannon Explains Canadian Reciprocity Impact
Joseph G. Cannon testifies before Congress detailing the effects of Canadian reciprocity on trade and industry. He outlines potential shifts in tariffs, farm markets, and cross-border commerce, urging careful congressional assessment.
JOLIET POLITICIAN SHOT IN ELECTORAL TENSION
In Joliet Illinois Matthew Sheehan a politician was shot in the stomach and seriously wounded. Police search for his brother in law Thomas Powran whom Sheehan accuses. Hugh Dowran awaits trial for a prior shooting of Sheehan's brother Joseph, with the incident linked to recent elections.
Port Huron Rescue on Northbound Steamer Wauketa
James Reese of Pittsburgh was saved from drowning by the Wauketa crew after he jumped into the water near St Clair Flats during a northbound trip. He offered no reason for his action.
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Port Huron
Mich
James Reese
Pittsburg
Wauketa
St. Clair Flats
Reese
Mystery Fire At Agua Prieta Sparks Dead, Troop Reinforcements
United States troops head to Naco and Agua Prieta as fires subside after clashes with insurrectos. Reports vary on cause of the blaze at the Agua Prieta railroad depot, with bodies removed and rebels reportedly dispersing. Troop reinforcements anticipated amid ongoing tension in Sonora.
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United States
Will
Naco
Agua Prieta
Sonora
Mex
Insurrectos
Chihuahua
Garza Plans Peace Mission to Madero Camp
Frederico Gonzales Garza secretary general of the Mexican revolutionary junta aims to travel to Sapello Guzman or Bauche to present peace proposals from Dr. Vasquez Gomez of Washington. He says he sent Gomez messages to Madero and will visit to confer on the peace movement and confirm receipt from Madero.
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Fl Paso
Tex
Frederico Gonzales Garza
Mexican Revolutionary Junta
Madero
Sapello Guzman
Bauche
Pi Vasquez Gomez
Washington
Garza
Dr. Gomez
Gomez
Jaurez Correspondent Reports Insurrectos at Bauche
El Paso dispatch notes a correspondent returning from Bauche where insurrectos were described with actions and conditions observed. The report emphasizes recent activity and local implications of the insurrection.
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Bauche
el Paso
Tex
Movements Near Juarez Stir Debate Over Departure
A fragmented report describes forces gathering near Juarez with claims of imminent action within hours. Arguing factions question authenticity as orders reportedly demand intervention by General Navarro.
Baseball Results From National League Games
Cincinnati defeated St Paul in Cincinnati 6 to 4. Philadelphia beat Boston 4 to 3. Boston lineup featured Beebe Moran Graham Browl. At Boston Brennen Alexander and Doon Wy Jer and Graham played. At New York Brooklyn lineups included Knetzer Belle and Mrwin Ames and Myers.
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Poulain
Horton
Raimes
Philadelphia
Puff
Boston
Cee
Beebe
Moran
Graham
Kohl EK
Ceea
UUS
Brennen
Alexander
Doon
Jer
New York
Brooklyn
Knetzer
Belle and Mrwin
Ames and Myers
St. Louis and Washington Rainy Showdowns Noted
Fragmentary lines note rain during matchups including Chicago at St. Louis and Detroit at Cleveland while Philadelphia hosts Boston and Washington faces New York in a rainy program. Scott and Payne Criss and Clark are listed among players or teams.
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St. Louis
Roy
Chicago
Scott and
Payne
Criss and
Clark
Washington
New York
Philadelphia
Boston
Detroit
Cleveland
Mystery death near Rock Island road identified by initials
A body of an unidentified young man was found near the Rock Island road right of way just outside town. He was well dressed and bore the letters J W in his hat. No identification could be made. The case references Dr. Haldane Cleminson and a Cook County murder conviction upheld on appeal.
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Cedar Rapids
Wlatt
Dor
Cleminson
Stand
Springfield
Dinois Supreme Court
Haldane Cleminson
Criminal Court of
Cook County
St Clemingon
Model election law is passed in New Jersey
The Germ election bill enacting Governor Wilsons primary and election reform became law after Senate amendments were concurred by the House. Governor Geran witnessed the signing, and the act includes a drastic corrupt practices provision banning election day spending and imposing strict transport and contribution controls with mandatory expenditure reporting.
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Trenton
Nod
Wilson
Senate
Geran
Poverno
Death of Ancient Lodge Member Dios Hallas Tex
Dios Hallas an old Mason and Odd Fellow of the United States dies in Texas after sixty-five years in the Masonic order and sixty-two years in the Odd Fellows. Friends recall his long membership with the Maroute fraternity and his role as a valued figure in fraternal circles.
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Ancient Lodge
Dios
Blind Man and Wife Perish in Store Fire
In Asheville North Carolina on April 1 a fire swept through a store building where a fortune teller named Fox and her blind husband lived. Firemen found the pair at a second story window and could not rescue them.
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Tle Fox
Asheville
N.C
Kansas City Contractor Kills Wife Then Dies
A Kansas City contractor kills his wife and fatally wounds himself in an apparent domestic killing. Neighbors report a violent dispute preceding the tragedy as authorities investigate the bloody scene and confirm the couple’s identities and the fatal outcome.
Grand Rapids Furniture Strike After 10 Percent Demand
In Grand Rapids, about 6 000 workers including carpenters, cabinet makers, carvers and woodworkers walked out as talks with manufacturers collapsed. The union sought a 10 percent raise a nine hour day and end of piecework. manufacturers refused citing current trade conditions and vowed to continue operations without concessions.
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Grand Krpiuts
Grand Rapids
Cilvana
Thornings
Clon Tien
Hearly Sivty
Varuieheis
Eltivena’ Committee
Ihgliy Oo
Dr Haldane Cleminson Chicago Wife Murderer Sentenced
Dr Haldane Cleminson, a Chicago physician, was convicted of murdering his wife and must serve life imprisonment. The case highlighted the arc of a high profile crime in the city as authorities pursued justice and the court delivered its verdict.
Man seeks grafted skin at $100 per inch in Fort Wayne
Henry Prough of LaGrange spends up to 250 daily as he sells skin to himself for grafting to treat burns suffered in an industrial accident. Surgeons report ongoing demand as more inchs of human cuticle are needed for extensive coverage.
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Fort Wayne
Ind
Henry Proueh
la Crange
Oneue
Prough
Weather outlook for Wisconsin and Indiana regions today and tomorrow
Wisconsin and Indiana forecast shows generally fair skies today and tomorrow with moderate winds. Wisconsin expects north to northeast winds. Indiana sees west to north winds with similar mild conditions.
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Witness
Indiana
Wisconsin
Ultimatum Served on Mexican Forces Amid Talks of Intervention
President Taft urges peace as Washington broadcasts ultimatum to Diaz government and rebels. Armistice negotiations loom while insurgents demand free elections and the Diaz regime faces pressure to yield or risk U.S. military action to protect lives and property along the border.
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Washington
United States
Taft Moeffest
Diaz
Tnt
Mexico
Pedee
Dias
Ne Diex
Taft
Ding
Amercan
Highwayman Shot Down in Culpeper Run
J H Judd veteran ranger and ex sheriff of Culpeper shot a highwayman when two masked men commandeered his horse. Judd drew his revolver fired hitting the bandit in the breast as the robber fired at him, the shot peircing his hat. The other bandit freed the horse and fled as Judd fired from his rig.
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Culpeper
J. H. Judd
John 8. Mosby
Sir Judd
Mr. Judd
Illinois National Guard to hold three regimental encampments
Adjutant General Dickson announced regimental encampments at three points in Illinois due to limited funds. The First and Second regiments with the Seventh and First cavalry will camp near Chicago, the Fifth and Eighth at Springfield, and the Third and Sixth at Dixon. Dates are not yet set.
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Springfeld
Dickson
Illinois Navnal Guard
Springfield
Chicago
Dixon
DeMar Wins Boston Marathon In Record Time
Clarence DeMar of the North Dorchester Athletic Association wins the fifteenth Boston Marathon from Ashland to Boston in a record 2 21 89 3 5. The former record, set four years earlier by Tom Longboat, was 2 24 24.
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Boston
Clarence DeMar
North Dorchester Athletic Association
Boston Athletic Association
Ashland
Tom Longboat
Hammond Expands by Nine Square Miles to 25
Hammond Indiana reports the city council approved an ordinance annexing nine square miles in North township. The addition brings Hammond to a total area of twenty five square miles. The move aims to check Gary’s planned westward expansion and Hammond’s southern growth.
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Hammond
Ind
North Township
Gary
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