Secret Root to Compile Combined Union and Confederate Military Rosters
Secretary Root orders the War Department to publish a massive roster of all officers and enlisted men from both sides of the Civil War. The plan, aiming to honor both North and South, envisions about thirty volumes containing merged Confederate and Union names to aid descendants. Governors are asked to cooperate.
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Washington
Root
War Department
Congress
South
North
Department
Senate closes executive session on Panama canal treaty
Washington March 17 The senate spent six hours in executive session debating amendments to the Panama canal treaty as it moves toward a final vote today The key issue was whether the United States should lead in defending the canal with Democrats backing the initiative and Republicans preferring the treaty terms alone A Bacon substitute failed 24 46 and Morgan offered several amendments none gaining much support The treaty is expected to pass today with many Democrats voting for it
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Washington
Senate
United States
Bacon
Gorman
Morgan
President Roosevelts Itinerary Across Midwest and West
President Roosevelt plans a roughly month long tour from Chicago to the Yellowstone area and back, stopping in Madison WIs and other Wisconsin towns, Nebraska cities including Alliance and Grand Island, then Iowa Illinois and Missouri. He will attend the World’s Fair dedication in St Louis and finish returning to Washington.
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Washington
Yellowstone Park
Roosevelt
Chicago
Madison
Wis
Waukesha
Milwaukee
LaCrosse
Yellowstone
Alliance
Neb
Grand Island
Hastigs
Lincoln
Fremont
Omaha
Shenandoah
Calrinda
van Wert
Osceola
Des Moines
Oskaloosa
Ottumwa
Keokuk
Quincy
Ills
St Louis
Missouri
Kansas
Colorado
Pacific
North Viatte
Council Bluffy Denison
Fort Dodge
Cedar Falls
Dubuque
Freeport
Rockford
Rochelle
Aurora
Joliet
Dwight
Pontine
Lexington
Bloomington
Ill
Springid
Decatur
Indianapolis
Court Upholds Dismissal Over Speech Criticism
A woman appeals to a court over her dismissal from the War Department claiming free speech protection. The court rules it has no jurisdiction as appointment power is executive and not subject to judicial override. The article at issue is deemed outside freedom of speech protections.
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War Department
Court of
Meyer
Burdick
Chicago Democratic Ticket Proposed by City Convention
The Chicago Democracy selects nominees including Pormayer Carter TL Harrison for city treasurer Kreest Tommels city clerk Jobo 4 Noehi city attorney John B Owens for a municipal ownership platform. It calls for municipal utilities, a city subway system, civil service reform and home rule with broad personal liberty within peace and order.
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Chicago
Pormayer
Carter TL Harrison
Kreest Tommels
Jobo 4
Noehi
John B. Owens
Chimes of a Voodoo Roll of Victims Stirs City
Philadelphia authorities opened thirty four graves as they pursue George Hossey the negro herb doctor linked to a series of suspected poisonings. Investigators say payments of 100 per case were common with many letters found, while a white woman is sought for alleged front work.
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Philadelphia
Shoey
Hlosseyw 98
Explosion at Mine Leaves State Pondering Flood Threat
An explosion occurred at 3 p.m. with no fatalities, as officials report ongoing danger. The mine manager cites threats of flooding and vows to investigate while the state seeks a clear explanation of the disaster.
Regina Halter Eyes Stage Career in Oshkosh Society
Oshkosh Wisconsin March 17 Mrs Regina Halter of this city is reportedly considering a move onto the stage with two offers on the table. Daughter of former Mayor Andrew Haben she is noted for striking appearance and social leadership. Her Denver connections are also mentioned as part of her background.
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Oshkosh
Wis
Regina Halter
Funeral of John Wells Sparks City Outcry in St Joseph
The funeral of hack driver John Wells, killed last Thursday night in St Joseph’s slum district, drew hundreds who could not enter the church. Speakers blamed city conditions and government. Mayor N. G. Rice attended and faced sharp fault. Edward Schaefer is jailed in county for murder charges.
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St. Joseph
Mich
John Wells
French
Rebbe
XN. G. Rice
de. Roble
Edward Schaefer
Nine Hurt In Wabash Express Wreck Near Elm Dount
A Omaha through express on the Wabash derailed at Elm Dount five miles west of St. Charles Missouri on Sunday injuring nine. The victims include Mrs J B E McGee and Mrs Ella Cox of Council Bluffs Iowa Mrs J F Bennett of Memphis Tennessee Mrs W H Smith of Kirksville Missouri Mrs Truehoft of Des Moines Iowa W M Prickett of Mercer Missouri James Canantsy and W C Seeger of St Louis Missouri. The train was late and traveling about fifty five miles an hour when all cars except the engine and express car left the track.
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St. Charles
Omaha
Elm Dount
Here
J. BE. T. McGee
Ella Cox
Council Piuffs
J. PF. Bennett
Memphis
Tenn
W. H. Smith
Kirksville
Truehoft
Des Moines
W. M. Prickett
Mercer, Mo
James Canantsy
St. Louis
W. C. Seeger
No Use for the Varsity
Carrie Nation writes in a California university student paper roasting Michigan and Yale. She claims Yale and Ann Arbor are dens of iniquity with heavy drinking and carousing, recounting rough behavior and hatchet anecdotes in Yale and Michigan. General William Booth says U S people are more pious than the British after returning from the United States.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
Carrie Nation
California University
Michigan
Yale
Saye
Carrie
Isiteth
Neotre
William Booth
The
Salvation Army
England
United States
Rev George Sablin Leaves Universalist Ministry for Life Insurance Work
Rev. George A. Sablin formerly of Benton Harbor Mich, who served four years as pastor of the Universalist church in Sycamore Wis, has severed his connection with church and ministry. He will pursue life insurance work, hoping the salary will cover travel. He plans ten years in insurance then a career on the lecture platform.
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Sycamore, Mhwis
George A. Sablin
Benton Harbor
Mich
Universalist Church
Tie
Obituary for John M. Ruckman Hartford City News editor
John M. Ruckman longtime editor of the Hartford City News died Sunday in Hartford City after paralysis. He served eight years as postmaster and previously worked with The Republic Times in this city. He moved to Hartford City around 1800 and leaves a wife and two children.
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Springfield
John M. Ruckman
Hartford City News
Hartford
Ind
Republic Times
Hartford City
News
Last Miami chief Godfrey deeds 10 acre tract near Wabash
Wabash Indiana March 17 Gabriel Godfrey the last Miami chief now about 50 years old deeded to his children the ten acre tract twelve miles southwest of Wabash the last of his property that twenty years ago encompassed nearly 1000 acres of Miami land.
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Wabash, Ind
Gabriel Godfrey
Vinol strengthens through stomach support and cod liver oil
Vinol is marketed as a strength agent that acts on the stomach to nourish flesh bones and blood. It contains cod liver oil in a mild wine base and avoids odor and objectionable features. A letter from Ella Starr praises its effects, and Cook & Sherman offer refunds if it fails to meet claims.
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Vinci
Ella Starr
N. Y. City
Shamrock III hailed as best yacht on this side of Atlantic
Glasgow reports expert praise for Shamrock III launch. Designers claim unmatched shipbuilding, British in conception and execution. The vessel uses steel instead of manganese bronze, trims 25 feet beam, 20 foot draft, and aims for favorable winds in New York Bay. Lipton hosts Irish and British supporters amid a throng.
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Glasgow
United
New York Bay
Lipton
Shamrock Lim
Thomas Lipton
Thawed the dynamite at Port Edwards mill disaster
Two men were badly injured when ten pounds of dynamite thawing exploded near the Port Edwards paper mill three miles south of Grand Rapids. Archie St Louis is in critical condition as Thomas Youn is near death. Damaging water levels threatened downstream.
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Grand Rapids
Vic
Thomas Youn Les
Death's Door
Archie St. Louis
Port Edwards
Houp
Michigan G A R encampment dates set for Muskegon
The Michigan department council of administration fixed June 9, 10 and 11 for the next annual encampment. Muskegon was named as the host city after earlier selection.
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Lansing
Mich
Michigan Department
Council of Administration
Muskegon
Sloan wins grand Prix de Littoral in Pigeon shooting
Monte Carlo reports Tod Sloan the jockey won the grand Prix de Littoral with a prize of $1,197 and a gold medal. Five other contestants tied for second place in the event held yesterday.
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Monte Carlo
Tod” Sloan
Major Crawford of Crescent Furniture Dies at 61
Big Rapids Michigan March 17 Major George W Crawford principal owner and manager of the Crescent Furniture company died Sunday aged 61 in this city.
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Big Rapids
Mich
George W. Crawford
Crescent Furniture Company
THREE IN A FIERY TOMB
Three more explosions hit the Cardiff mines in Pontiac Illinois as rescuers worked over the wreckage from Thursday. William Humphrey was found alive but severely injured. Two Bohemian miners were dead and three men remained buried. An even larger blast damaged the shaft top.
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Hutchinson
Wilson
Horse Breeders Seek Review in Thompson Fraud Case
The Lake County Horse Breeders Association of Ivanhoe Illinois protests a perceived fraud by a horse trader named Thompson from Palestine. The group, consisting of leading farmers, asks for an official review and possible action to oust him.
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Waukegan, Lis
Lake County Horse Breeders’ Association
Ivanhoe
Thompson
Palestin
March 1903 notes question in Yorkville bank dispute
A historical note about a 1903 dispute over notes including forged copies. The original poem is claimed to be in the Yorkville bank, while another set is spread across Lake County. Breeders want Thompson to clarify, but he cannot currently be located.
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Yorkville
Ile
Lake County
Thompson
Watchful care helps girls through puberty and nerves
A historic notice promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for nervousness melancholy and appetite loss in young girls near the age of change. The testimonial from Mrs. Carter claims relief after trying the remedy and Pleasant Pellets, noting absence of circles under the eyes and renewed health in her twelve year old daughter.
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Pierce
M. Carter
4Th Street
N. W
Washington
Witness Marion Burdick Testifies In Murdoch Murder Case
Marian Burdick, 16, daughter of Edwin J. Burdick, testifies before Judge Murphy recounting events around her father’s murder. She answers simply with yes or no, shows little emotion, and confirms knowledge of her parents’ divorce and Burdick’s estrangement from her mother while denying strong judgments about the proceedings.
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Fato
N. Y
Marion Burdick
Edwin J. Burdick
Murdick
Ditriet
Cooteworth
Wood
Marian
Burdick
Arthur RL Pennell
What the Canman Knew Murder Witness Testimony Fragmented
Dr. Marey the family physician, first to see the body, conflicted over whether death was self inflicted. Witnesses describe suspects taken from the Tift House area to Ashland and Bryant streets, with identifications uncertain. Separate reports note the death of Samuel D Cargill in West Baden and Paducah floods driving animals into floods.
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William M. Marey
Marey
Howland
William V. Delahunt
Tift
Ashland Avenue
Bryant Street
Arthur Pennell
Attornenice
Worth
Bryant
Hackman Jeddo
Division Street
Summer Streets
Summer
Main Streets
Ashland
Burdick
Marian W. Hutchinson
Double Tragedy On Twenty First Street Ends In Death
In a Twenty first street house HW. C Carter fatally shot Minnie Webster and killed himself. Judge Charles Amidon of Fargo North Carolina is dangerously ill at his mother’s home in Corry Pennsylvania WHS. Quintard formerly served as superintendent of Cincinnati Sandusky.
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Twenty-first Street
HW. C
Carter
Minnie Webster
United States Circuit Court
Charles Amidon
Fargo
N. C
Corry, Pa
Whs
Quintard
Cincinnati, Sandusky
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