Chicago Police Foils Anarchist Plot In City Raid
A dramatic double assault on Chief Shippy in Chicago sparked a citywide police crackdown. Detectives seized anarchist literature and a Trowbridge Confectionery box with lingo for analysis from a suspect. The attack, linked to a broader anti anarchist drive, led to raids on libraries and groups, and heightened security at churches and the mayor’s office.
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Urge lower wages no work for 250000 men
Two hundred fifty thousand railroad workers are out of work or on reduced pay as railroads cut stations and trains due to slack business. Aimed at a favorable ICC inquiry ordered by the President, operators urge wage reductions and pruned services, citing idle equipment and rising costs from new laws and regulations.
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Mar
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Beech Hargis On Trial For Murder In Breathitt Feud
The Commonwealth charged Beech Hargis with murdering his father, former Judge Harsis, a key Breathitt County feuder. A Floyd Byrd prosecuted for Jackson citizens, with defense delaying motions and witness absence delaying proceedings.
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Contralto to Be Citizen in New Jersey
Newark March 2 Mme Schumann-Heink the contralto filed an application for naturalization papers with the county clerk today. Her preliminary papers were filed in Cincinnati three years ago and she will have a final examination before the court in June next. Born in Lieben Austria on June 15 1861 she came to this country in 1898. North Caldwell N J is given as her home. She declares she loves America and is anxious to become a citizen.
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America
Wilfley Vindicated by Roosevelt Findings in Shanghai Hearings
President announces his findings that Judge Wilfley acted in the public interest against the vicious and criminal classes as a House Judiciary subcommittee continues hearings on impeachment charges. Andrew and other witnesses testify while Denby defends Wilfley. Andrews faces cross examination about Shanghai immorality and American status. Secretary Root upholds Wilfley though cases are unresolved.
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Vindication of Judge Wilfley Attacked Over Shanghai Reforms
President Roosevelt endorses findings that Judge Wilfley is innocent and targeted for his fearless crackdown on vice in Shanghai. The letter says the charges stem from fearlessness and public-spiritedness, not wrongdoing, warning impeachment harms anti-corruption efforts and U.S. honor in the Orient.
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Mollycoddles Debut Shifts Gentry Tradition In Brooklyn
New York Times reports a Brooklyn debut for Herbert Dickinson Lewis 15 signaling a shift in social norms as boys join the formal coming out tradition once limited to girls. Lewis senior notes the family lacks a daughter and views the debut as a fitting gesture for the circumstances.
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Rescue of Cripple From School Fire Ends Safely
New York report states seven hundred pupils evacuated public school 28 on Taleteanth Street after a closet fire in the assembly room on the third floor. Willie Reynolds, a crippled boy, was carried to safety by four older students with the fire alarm signaling promptly. All students moved to the street within minutes with no signs of fear.
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Mar
Vichima
Taleteanth Street
Willie Reynolds
LinER Goes Aground in Dense Fog Off New York Coast
The steamer Coanin was driven ashore near Jones Beach in fog after steering toward port. With 120 passengers aboard, the vessel was floated back to safety at night by the wrecking tug J. J. Merritt and Coast Guard units worked to locate and assist the disabled ship.
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Trial Postponed in Patrick Will Forger Case
In New York two indicted men David T. Shert and Morris Meyers facing perjury charges linked to the William Patrick Patrick Will case had their trial postponed. Assistant District Attorney Garvan said defense counsel were weighing a plea as the court noted procedure and credibility questions. The matter involves a notary and a clerk tied to attorney Albert T. Patrick, jailed for murder.
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Senate Booms Endorsement to No One at Convention
Washington Post, March 2 1901 reports on the Caribbean State convention buildup with delegates, candidates, and rumors. The draft platform endorses tariff revision, merchant marine, currency reform, and Panama Canal work while deeming no senator endorsement likely at this session.
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Ambassador's Bank Robbed in Mexico for Large Sum
A telegram from Chihuahua reports the Banco de Minera owned by Ambassador Creel robbed of 300000. No arrests yet. border watch ordered. Embassy notes no further details. Creel oversees Chihuahua, while three months leave began late January to Meralco. Senor Godoy serves as chargé d'affaires in his absence.
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Death by Own Action Reported at Sea
State Department reports via American consul general at Strttin Germany on the suspected death of L. Mr. Conrad an American seaman from Newnart News. He sailed on the Swedish steamer Drotting Lothia from Port Tampa on December 2 1907 and was reported missing the next day. Captain L P Knafye said weather was fine and Conrad could not have been washed overboard. it is believed he took his own life by jumping into the sea.
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Bourne Campaign Sparks Ohio Political Turmoil
Prolonged Ohio political tensions surface as Bourne and Foraker loom large while Dick and Foraker avoid comment. Washington Republicans move to shape the scene with Garberla and Goebel lingering in Columbus, amid talk of party unity and presidential backing for a new Roose campaign.
Peep at Trousered Co Eds Dance Scandal
Bloomington students at State University face faculty probes over a high school era style dance. Twenty five students, including several men, attended in disguise and peeped through doors and windows. The event violated campus rules and led to expulsions being considered.
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Mar
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Bishop W. W. Duncan Dead in Spartanburg Home
Bishop W. W. Duncan of the Methodist Episcopal Church South died at his Spartanburg home after months of declining health. Born December 27 185 at Randolph Macon College Virginia he led Randolph Macon as president before his call to the episcopacy.
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Pitches into Navy at Santiago Nearly Decided by Spaniards
The Senate Committee on Naval Affairs heard remarks from a former official criticizing battleship construction. The exchange nearly derailed the inquiry as questions about veracity and line of questioning arose, leaving the outcome in doubt.
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Simson Santiago Fight Criticized In Naval Armors Testimony
Disjointed testimony quotes Commander Sims criticizing Spanish gunnery and armor adequacy. He contends nine thousand projectiles yielded only 120 hits and warns armor belts are too low. Admiral Evans’s coal supplies and ship readiness are mentioned amid broader naval critique.
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