Tornadoes devastate Purvis and Mississippi region
Reports detail a violent tornado outbreak across Texas Oklahoma Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Tennessee Alabama and Georgia with Purvis Mississippi losing most of its 2500 population leaving about 900. Dead number at least 34 with many injured lost homes and shelter scarce. A child killed while kneeling in prayer and widespread looting reported as relief efforts begin.
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JAIL FOR AFFINITY FINDER Special to The Washington Fest
Mrs. Jennie Call a matrimonial agent was denied a new trial in U S Court and sentenced to one year in the Chicago House of Correction He will likely meet Marion Gray of Elgin who received the same sentence for the same offense The judge asked for any statement and she pleaded for liberty saying she did not know wrong and cited her daughter's disgrace
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Jennie Call
United States Court
House of Correction
Marion Gray
Elgin
Bethea
Prince Shovels Coal Aboard Cunarder Lucania
Special to The Washington Post Prince Volkerus ky of St. Petersburg traveled from Liverpool aboard the Cunarder Lucania en route to Washington. He toured the ship and for two hours shoveled coal in the furnace room, reportedly at the invitation of ship staff, on his way to meet with a major Russian grain firm.
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Washington Post
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Prince Volkerusky
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Lucania
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Washington
Battleship fleet sails north farewell spectacle at Santa Monica
The Atlantic fleet anchored off Santa Barbara and then Santa Monica Bay, 100000 people lined the shore to bid farewell as Admiral Robley Evans prepares to rejoin Admiral Thomas at Monterey. A parade and flower bombardment were planned with ships moving in precise formations.
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California
Los Angeles and Pacific System
St Paul in collision with Gladiator near Isle of Wight
A dense snowstorm guided the American Line steamer St Paul into the British cruiser Gladiator off the Isle of Wight. The Gladiator sank within minutes. eight injured and several unaccounted for are being treated or awaited. St Paul sustained minor damage and resumed voyage after rescuing Gladiator crew, who were taken to Yarmouth.
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Astor Peerage Sparks Anglo American Tension
Special cables report mixed reaction in London and Washington over William Waldorf Astor supposedly receiving a peerage for gifting the Balaclava bugle and the Chesapeake flag to an English museum. American critics say he snubbed the United States while British press notes his philanthropy and loyalty to King Edward VII.
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Visionary engineer predicts remote sight from Paris to New York
In Europe engineer Armengar says he has perfected a telephotography apparatus to extend human vision across vast distances. He claims future capability to view events in New York from Paris or London, citing selenium-based tech and parallels to telegraphy and cinematography developments.
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Mass Audience Restricted to Catholics at Pope's Service
Rome reports that after Easter Sunday sacrilege in the Sistine Chapel Pope's Mass will be limited to Catholics only. An audience restriction follows prior practices by Pope Leo and modernist criticism of Pope Pius XX's extension to foreigners.
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Leo
Pius XX
Georgia Delegates Free from Second District Convention
In Dawson Georgia on April 2 the Second Congressional district Republican convention chose H. F. Brimberry of Albany and D. J. Davis of Dawson as delegates to the Chicago convention. Delegates were not instructed. Marshallville Illinois April 5 the Third Republican district convention sent an uninstructed delegation to Chicago and endorsed the Roosevelt administration.
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H. F. Brimberry
Albany
D. J. Davis
Chicago
Marshallville
Roosevelt
Death of Frank H Levering traced to pistol wound
Coroner announces the prominent Baltimore clubman Frank Harvey Levering died from pneumonia caused by a pistol wound inflicted last March during personal crisis. He had secretly wed Irene Hildebrand in September and the couple had been living with his parents in Catonsville. The bullet was not removed. the family believed the shooting accidental. Levering was son of William T Levering and nephew of Joshua Levering, a noted coffee importer and former prohibition candidate for president.
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Martin
Frank Harvey Levering
Levering
Catonsville
Wilmington
Del
Irene Hildebrand
Mr. Levering
William T Levering
Joshua Levering
United States
Stock Exchange Bars Visitors Unless Accompanied by Members
Governors of the New York Stock Exchange adopted a resolution to protect members from outrages like the bomb-throwing at Rome. No one may enter the gallery without a member who must stay with them while present. Other exchanges in the district have followed suit as the gallery remains closed for a month.
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Stork Offered President by Indiana Captor
Owensville Indiana April 2 A stork captured by James Halleck of Mount Carmel may be sent to President Roosevelt if the President consents to receive it The bird is a very large specimen with a broken wing placed in a cast Halleck wrote to the President at the suggestion of neighbors asking if he will accept the gift.
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James Halleck
Mount Carmel
Hailock
Kentucky Doubtful Fighting at the Primaries
Secretary of War's friends clash with Taft and Fairbanks factions as Kentucky Republicans hold county ward and district conventions on May 6 to select delegates. Reports show Taft delegates favored in many counties, with Fairbanks factions alleging intimidation and police in Louisville. Newport and Covington conventions split, with two rival meetings and 58 delegates each. Minor disorder noted. no injuries reported.
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William H. Taft
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War debate on four battleships ends in quiet vote
In the Senate debate on four battleships the measure faced acrimonious exchanges. Senator Aldrich pressed an anti war stance and faulted Beveridge’s warnings from The Russian Advance. Senator Piles’ amendment drew protests, was briefly defeated, then reconsidered. The day closed with plans to resume at 11 and ten minute speeches after four oclock, amid expectations the four ships plan would be defeated or altered.
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Navy Champ War Talk Condemned by Adrich Prediction Clash
Beveridge is severely scored by Aldrich for predictions of conflict. Rhode Island Senator objects to a claim that action must be taken to satisfy the president. Friends of Mr Roosevelt say the outlook is more hopeful. Lodge explains his stance on ships.
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Aldrich
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Roosevelt
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Tornado Toll Dominates Today’s Issue
Major tornado devastation reported with hundreds killed across regions. Naval debates in Congress, presidential race updates, and social notes fill the front sections. Edits include political battles, real estate, and cultural previews across the publication.
Lundy Beats Aged Woman In Paralyzed Victim Case
Louis Lundy, a 32 year old Black man, was arrested at Second precinct police station on assault charges after allegedly beating paralyzed Nannie Hickman in her 42 Street alley northwest home. He reportedly knocked her to the ground, then kicked her as neighbors called police. He claimed he struck her but did not kick after knocking her down.
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Louis Lundy
J. Thomas Heflin
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Second Precinct
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Street Alley
Lundy
Hornscourt
Lund
Daughters Relate White House Remark Incident At Gate
A Daughters of the American Revolution member insulted President Roosevelt at the White House. A Secret Service agent forcefully asked her to leave after she said she despised him and wished to see him. Daughters praised the discreet ejectment as upholding respect for the Chief Executive. The incident spurred discussion on insignia protections and security. Also listed are California travel offers via Washington Sunset Route with sleeping cars and tour details.
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White House
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Overture Aims Taft Support as Fairbanks Knox Retire
Rumors say 880 may back Taft as Fairbanks and Knox retire. Other contenders reportedly decline the proposal. Secretaries’ managers believe allied with Pennsylvania could seal the deal. Roosevelt’s entry fears push former opponents toward Taft.
Taft delegate forecast and rising support in 1912 race
The article outlines Taft's evolving delegate forecast for the 1912 Republican convention, detailing current totals across regions including New England, the Midwest, and the West. It notes increases since last night, cites Frank Hitchcock's updated projections, and summarizes pressure from Taft backers and Roosevelt supporters, with mentions of New York Herald analyses and party leaders.
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