Long Live Sen. Thomas Platt Dies Amid Reflections
A lengthy obituary notes the death of former New York Republican leader Thomas C. Platt at age 83. It recalls his career from Senate fights with Conkling to backing Theodore Roosevelt, and its focus on his influence, public service, and later years. It highlights his strategic role in state and national politics and his enduring reputation.
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Rescue Worker Save Loudoun Man as Horse Dragged Driver Hurt
John ONeill, a Capitol Heights rescuer, pulled a frightened horse from a drag at central avenue. He suffered a broken shoulder and facial lacerations. An unidentified woman and child escaped injury. authorities seek to identify them. ONeill recounted the event, saying thanks was enough and that he hoped for a quick recovery.
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Sleeper Adds Mystery to Ward as Strangely Sleeping Man Found
An elderly man found slumbering on a Washington city sidewalk near Fort Myer lies in Emergency Hospital under baffling care. Doctors report no hunger or thirst and cannot awaken him. theories include sleeping sickness hypnosis and drugs. An eggnog attempt failed, and staff plan another examination. identity remains unknown as relatives and origin are unconfirmed.
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Editor of Christian Herald Fights For Life in German Hospital
Dr Louis Kropsch editor of the Christian Herald is critically ill in a German hospital after an operation for an intestinal obstruction. He has long been noted for philanthropy and has raised and distributed over 1900 dollars for Cuban relief. He has been honored by monarchs including King Edward and the Emperor of Japan and has met kings in Denmark Sweden and Russia.
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English Cabinet Changes Prompt Two By-Elections
The resignation of Sir John Bigham, head of probate, divorce and admiralty, triggers ministerial reshuffles. Sir Samuel Evans becomes solicitor general, Rufus Isaacs moves to solicitor general, prompting Evans and Isaacs to stand for re election.
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Hackaliah Bailey Dead Boosts Circus Pioneer Legacy
Special to The Washington Post Mount Vernon N March 6 Hackaliah Bailey dead at his son Oscar Bailey Brewster home in his eighty ninth year. He belonged to the Baller family that founded the circus. His brother George S Bailey helped found Barnum Bailey Huntchinson. Bailey helped bring the first circus elephant Old Bet to America and led the walk from New York to Somerstown. He helped erect an elephant monument at Somerstown. Bailey died of paralysis leaving a large estate. Funeral Tuesday afternoon.
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Bound and Knife Attack Rocks Kansas City Millionaire
In Kansas City Missouri on March 6 John P Cudahy, a wealthy packer, faced an assault case at his home after police found Lillis bound and wounded. Michael Ludahy, a Chicago financier and Cudahy’s son, was accused of the attack. Lillis, a local banker, lay seriously injured with knife wounds to face, ribs, and arm. The scene included a chauffeur and a tense confrontation as officers responded.
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Man in Tree Shoots Self Near Crowded Potomac Park
Joseph A Berkinmeyer, a former patrolman, shot himself in a tree beside the Potomac Park area near a railroad bridge. Passersby found the body after reports to park police, with earlier suicide attempts noted in his past. Police traced him to a pawnshop purchase of a revolver the night before.
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Sousa Here on horseback in Washington after New York ride
Bandmaster John Philip Sousa arrived in Washington yesterday riding from New York on horseback to recover from heavy touring. He will stay a few days, confer with London syndicate reps, and plan abroad appearances starting January 4 in London. He then tours major European cities before returning home.
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May Jail Leaders Plan to Break New Sticks
Philadelphia officials plan to break new sticks as jail leaders prepare for a day of calm followed by riots in which two are shot. A woman with baby in arms is among victims, and a policeman’s bullet strikes another. Conspiracy charges against sympathetic stricke leaders are discussed by union men amid industrial strife.
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Airship feats and senate action blur in chaotic reports
Fragmented wires recount a cross nation day with a Park Mar 6 aviation note about an Edgard War pilot and a protracted Senate discussion on agricultural bills postal savings and railroad reform. Police face rioting and street clashes in Philadelphia amid a chaotic wave of strikes and emergency arrests.
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