Senators Clash Over Porto Rico Bill and Quay Case
In Washington the senate heatedly debated Penrose's Porto Rico appropriation while Gallinger retorted to Penrose about Quay. Allison planned a special caucus committee on Porto Rico to harmonize opinions, focusing first on the tariff led House bill and its separation from the broader senate proposal.
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Penrose
Quay
New Hampshire
Porto Rico
Missing and Dead People in Indianapolis River Search
Four people feared dead in Indianapolis area search for victims from the canal and White river. Miss Carrie Selvage disappeared from Union State hospital with divers and grappling hooks used at the Tenth street bridge. Rosa Hansmann, 18, remains missing after leaving for St Bridget's church. Loren Ricketts of Broad Ripple is reported in White river with a wire net stretched at Fairview Park to intercept a body. Jas Smith identifies a corpse found in the morgue.
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Rosa
St. Bridget’s
Jas, Smith
Canal
Loren Ricketts
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Witness Forney Testifies On Habeas Corpus In Coeur d'Alene Inquiry
J H Forney, special prosecuting officer, testified on the legal aspects of habeas corpus in Idaho during the Coeur d'Alene inquiry. He argued the writ was not suspended in Idaho though governors actions and court holdings may have that practical effect. The cross exam revealed disputes over demurrer by Idaho's attorney general and whether the writ was suspended in specific cases. A heated exchange arose over a hypothetical involving a Sister of Charity in the bull pen and the relevance of that scenario.
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Coeur d'Alene
J. H. Forney
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United States
Lentz
Sulzer
Hay
Virginia
General Harnden near collapse as recovery fades
Madison reports General Harnden weaker with no hopeful recovery. Dr Sheldon says no sudden end but death could come in two or three days. he is largely unconscious. A prior misreport claimed he asked for Masonic funeral arrangements, which were from years ago. he now wishes Grand Army burial if he dies.
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Wis
Harnden
C. Bk. Sheldon
Milwaukee
Masonic Fraternity
Grand Army of the Republic
Wisconsin
Paris and Lyons railway orders 75000 tons of US coal
The Paris and Lyons railway has ordered 75 000 tons of American coal. Other notes state Turkish officials barred from Paris exposition and Lady John Scott pottiswoode aged 91 dies in London.
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Hands Off Africa Intervention Stance Outlined in Parliament
The report details British policy opposing intervention in Africa. Lord Roberts notes Gatacre crossed the Orange River and Bethulie occupation. Prench Foreign Minister addresses the Senate on mediation limits amid British troop movements and Boer resistance.
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U S Mediation Plea Over South Africa Hostilities
A March 16 dispatch from Washington reports President Roosevelt forwarding mediation requests from Pretoria to the Senate. The Pretoria document dated March 10 urges US intervention to stop hostilities, echoed by British and European powers, with Hay confirming receipt and seeking peace through a friendly approach to Britain.
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British Government Rejects Outside Intervention in South Africa
London reports reveal Balfour stating Britain will not accept foreign intervention in South African affairs. White confirms the stance amid cheers. Methuen commends Gen Cronje while praising Boer courage and discipline. Cape Town dispatches detail exchanges with Washington and London on peace efforts.
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Cronje
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Kimberley
France Says Intervention Impossible in South African War
In Paris the French foreign minister Delcasse stated the position of France on the South African war. He told the senate that a request from the presidents of two republics for intervention by the powers cannot be granted.
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the Hague
France
Washington
Senate
Anxiety in Constantinople Over Russia on Asia Minor Rail Concessions
In Constantinople on March 16 officials fear Russia will not relax demands for railroad concessions in Asia Minor. The Turkish government warns against submission and the sultan awaits a military report on the strategic implications before deciding.
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Constantinople
Asia Minor
Will iamsburg Fire Ravages Franklin Area
Early Wednesday a massive blaze nearly destroyed Williams burg nine miles south of Franklin Indiana. The fire left about 75 percent of residents homeless and caused an estimated loss near 25000 dollars.
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Franklin
Ind
Williamsburg
Fire destroys power house of Dubuque Street Railway
A large portion of the power house of the Dubuque Street Railway burned this morning. Five cars were destroyed. The loss is about twenty five thousand dollars, with twenty thousand dollars covered by insurance.
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Evening Journal
Dubuque
France preps for war as colonial force figures sought
A London dispatch reports the French minister for the colonies sent cipher cables to governors and consuls seeking immediate soldier availability. The cables request detailed counts of reservists and colonial troops, officers, and men across all colonies including Africa, Madagascar, Tonkin, Guiana, and more. The move signals possible large scale mobilization and aligns with anticipated Autumn maneuvers. France and Russia may be coordinating, prompting Britain to prepare.
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Corbett acquitted in Cheney murder case sensational verdict
The Corbett jury found him not guilty after fifty nine minutes deliberation. Bailiff reports first ballot was 11 for acquittal and 1 for conviction. Corbett thanked jurors and attorney Walker, said he would return to hospital then resume work. Cheney and wife declined to comment.
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David B. Cheney
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