New York Democratic Convention Battle Ends McCarren Challenge
The New York Democratic state convention degenerated into a clash over contested seats led by McCarren as he and his supporters battled for influence against Murphy and Conners. After protracted protests and a chaotic hall, McCarren was expelled from the state committee in a 34 to 1 vote, while McCabe delegates were seated in Albany County. The platform endorsed unpledged delegates to Denver and a unity call amid party realignment.
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Bird S. Coler
Kings
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Denver
Harry Walker
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Aas Ther
York
Clares
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Bulger
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Richard Croker
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Conners
Murphy
McCarren
Kings County
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Conation
State Committee
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Albany County
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Bryan men in revolt as convention votes on Denver delegation
In New York the Bryan camp erupts as another convention votes to select delegates for Denver. Stormy scenes culminate in a rostrum clash with McCarren delegates unseated and state committee reorganized. Early in the day the unit rule is favored to prevail.
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Bryan
State Committee
McCarren
Convention in Brief Sees Shifts and Delegates Named
An uninstructed delegation to Cheane is named. McCarren's Brooklyn delegation is unseated and McCarren predicts no future Democratic mayor of New York. McCabe's Albany delegation seated. Delegates at large include Charles F. Murphy New York Alton B. Parker Ulster Lewis Nixon Richmond Charles Freer Kings. Alternates at large include W B Kirk Onondaga Francis Burton Harrison New George H Thatcher Albany James Schwartzenbach Steuben.
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Cheane
McCarren
Brooklyn
New York
McCabe
Albany
Charles F. Murphy
Alton B. Parker
Ulster
Lewis Nixon
Richmond
Charles Freer
Kings
W. B. Kirk
Onondaga
Francis Burton Harrison
George H. Thatcher
James Schwartzenbach
Steuben
Pope Pius Receives Von Buelow In Private Audience
In Rome on April 16 Pope Pius spoke Italian with Prince von Buelow the German chancellor during a one hour private audience and later with Princesa von Buelow. The chancellor then dined at the Prussian Legation. A semiofficial note says the center party question arose but the Pope did not seek intervention in German home affairs and praised von Buelow as fair to Catholics despite his Protestant faith.
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Prince von Buelaw
May Transfer Ambassador Considered in Rome
The April 15 Rome report notes possible transfer of Baron, Mayor des Planches, Italian Ambassador to the United States, as a successor to the late Count Tornielli as Ambassador to France. Other candidates cited include Marquis Venosta, Rudini, Martini, Luzzatti, and Guicciardini.
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France
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Marquis di Rudini
Fernandina Martini
Erythrea
Luigi Luzzatti
Treasury
Count Guicciardini
Death by own action in New York hotel shocks Washington man
B H Pratt of Washington DC, a former Government Printing Office timekeeper, was found dead in room 99 of the Bartholdi Hotel in Broadway and Twenty third street, his throat slashed. He left $287, a Europe bound ticket, locks on his door, and a Masonic pin. Pratt had recently resigned from government work due to ill health and had been abroad to New York days earlier. He is believed to be around 24 and possibly related to H G Pratt, a central office detective.
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New York
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Washington, D. C
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Washington
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Linotype Department
Government Printing Office
Manhattan
Itotel
Ninth Street
Virginia
H. G. Pratt
Central Office
Escaping Prisoners Shot in Penza Attack
On April 15 in Penza eleven political prisoners attacked two wardens, stabbed them to death, and threw bombs before escaping. Guards pursued and fatally shot eight prisoners during the ensuing clash in St. Petersburg.
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St. Petersburg
Penza
Sailors Parade Thousands in California Welcome
A 5 000 strong fleet landing in San Diego marked California welcome ceremonies. Rear Admiral Thomas spoke of home coming and God’s own country. Gold medals were given to Admirals Thomas Sperry and Emery, with a jeweled sword for Admiral Evans. Evans shows improving health but may not sail May 6.
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Pacific
British fleet voyage invitation declined for time limits
California promotion committee notes lack of time will prevent accepting Great Britain’s invitation for an Atlantic battleship fleet visit to a home port. Stops at Malta and Gibraltar planned, with unofficial visits to other Mediterranean ports to obtain coal and rest crews. Fleet may head to Hampton Roads after the voyage.
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United States Claims Vast North Carolina Lands
United States District Attorney files suit to prove federal ownership of lands west of the Pigeon River and southwest toward the South Carolina line. Territory covers eight counties with about 109000 people, including Vanderbilt's Pisgah forest properties and Toxaway Company holdings around hotels and an artificial lake. Trace goes to 1783 treaty with the Cherokee, ceded later to the United States. NC asserts ownership remains with the state.
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Washington Post
Asheville
N. C
United States
A. E. Frolton
All Lang
North Carolina
Pigeon River
South Carolina
George W. Vanderbilt
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Toxaway Company
Pittsburg Millionaires
Indian Territory
OBSERVE PASSOVER FEAST
Observances marking Passover began in Washington at sundown yesterday and will run eight days with services in multiple synagogues. The feast recalls the Exodus from Egypt and the unleavened bread, made only of flour and water, is eaten to remember the deliverance of the Israelites from bondage.
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Washington
Egypt
Earthquakes Felt in Milford Utah No Major Damage
Five distinct earthquake shocks were felt early this morning at Milford Utah about 200 miles south of Salt Lake City. Homes were shaken and residents ran from their houses but no serious damage was reported. The tremors were also recorded at New House Utah.
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Utah
Milford
Here
New House
Mad Father's Deed Enraged By Disobedience
Dr C O Swinney, a former New Yorker, shot his daughter Nellie Swinney at the Normal and Collegiate Institute in Asheville. He then killed himself by shooting, leaving Nellie severely wounded as students and staff reacted in panic. The incident appears planned after he bought a pistol and cartridges at a pawnshop. Nellie, a pupil, was 17 or 18 and the school is described as the largest women's college in the state with Edward P. Childs as principal.
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Asheville
C. O. Swinney
N. C
Nellie
CO Swinney
New York
Normal and Collegiate Institute
Institute
Miss Swinney
Plang
Swinney
Dr. Swinney
J. A. Sinclair
Edward P. Childs
New York Presbyterian Synod
Thomas Lawrence
Helen Gould
Child Labor Bill Reported Favorable by District Committee
The House District Committee will report a District of Columbia child labor bill favorably. Representativ e Olcott of New York chairs the subcommittee. The measure may set a model for state laws and is expected to gain Democratic support. It allows children to perform in theatrical shows while banning other child labor.
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House
Representative Olcott
New York
Olcott
Iuport
Capsized Swedish Steamer Goethelf Disaster
At Gothenburg on April 15 the small steamer Goethelf capsized with about thirty to forty aboard. Eight bodies have been recovered while many more are feared trapped under the decks. Rescuers continue operations as the search expands.
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Gothenburg
Sweden
Tenebrae at St. Paul's Church Impresses Large Choir
The Tenebrae service at St. Paul’s Church in Washington was sung by a 75 voice choir plus Paulist seminarians. Plain chant accompanied psalms while lamentations and other parts were performed in four part harmony by 20 men. The Jerusalem chorus was sung by St. Paul’s chancel choir. The service had no instrumental accompaniment and repeats tonight and tomorrow at 7 30. Due to many parishioners the regular pew seats are reserved after clergy and choir procession.
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Ernest T. Winchester
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Catholic University
Jerusalem
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Policeman to Get 1350 Settlement for 1907 Injury
Policeman John H. Gibson will receive 1250 in settlement of his claim against Capital Traction Company for injuries from a street car collision with the police patrol at Seventh and M streets on May 29 1907. He was seriously injured and incapacitated for further service. Represented by Wilton J. Lambert. Similar accident earlier at Fourteenth and P streets left five policemen injured, two in serious condition.
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Capital Traction Company
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M Streets
Gibson
Wilton J. Lambert
Fourteenth and
P Streets
Missing 17 year old girl Anna Mandley last seen at home
Anna Mandley, 17, daughter of Mrs Agnes Mandley of 1130 Fifth Street Northeast, has been missing since last Friday. Police have a detailed description and investigation is active. She is described as a blond about five feet tall, last seen in a black voile gown, fur lined coat and a black Merry Widow hat with plumes.
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Anna BE. Mandley
Agnes Mandley
Fifth Street
Hope for McCreary Recovery Grows at Hospital
A late bulletin from George Washington University Hospital reports Thomas McCreary showing marked improvement after being accidentally shot by Representative Heflin. Doctors say continued courage and progress could lead to recovery, with McCreary appearing more cheerful as the day closed.
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Representatis Heflin
George Washington University Hospital
McCreary
Dr McDowell Dies By His Own Hand In New York
Dr Alexander B McDowell a son of the late Maj Gen Irvin McDowell committed suicide at his West 120th Street home by slashing his throat with a razor. He held a photo of his wife and was found with two razors and a bloody blade in his hand. He had medical training at Columbian Medical School and served as a surgeon in the Marine Corps. No motive is known.
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Washington Post
New York
Alexander B. McDowell
Irvin McDowell
West 120Th Street
McDowell
Alexander Mclinwell, Jr
Elizabeth Purell
Henry C. Hazen
Dr. Hazen
Dr. McDowell
Virginia
New York Infant Asylum
West Side German Hospital
New York City
Pardon Plea Urges Roosevelt For Van Schaick
A three member Maritime Exchange committee from New York plans to meet President Roosevelt today to seek a pardon for Capt W. S. Van Schaick, pilot of the General Slocum, now in Sing Sing serving a ten year term for negligence. The group includes Commodore Frederick B. Dalzell, Eugene Moran, and A. J. Grymes of the Erie Railroad, who note the pilot acted under difficult circumstances and blame others for the disaster.
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New York
Roosevelt
W. 8. van Schaick
General Slocum
Sing Sing
Frederick B. Dalzell
Eugene Moran
A. 3. Grymes
Erie Hallroad
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Executive Threat on Public Buildings Bill Sparks Debate
HX ON TWO SHIPS EXECUTIVE threatened to veto the public buildings bill if denied big navy. Representative Hobson defends him saying he was forced to remark. John Sharp Williams active opposing a young Alabaman's presentation of administration ideas. White House letter shown.
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John Sharp Williams
White House
Four battleships lose to two in naval vote showdown
The House rejected the President's plan for four armored battleships by 1139 to 83 voting to authorize two. Aimed at boosting naval strength, the debate featured President Roosevelt's messages and letters to Speaker Cannon and Rep. Humphrey, with Hobson and Tawney pushing for fewer ships and nearly all Democratic votes siding with opposition. The outcome underscored the House's independence from White House defense attempts.
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