Wizard of Finance Seeks to Buy Autos' Millionaire Son Arrested
Walter Lund, son of a piano tuner, posed as a South African millionaire’s heir and tried to purchase cars with worthless checks. Authorities arrested him after he demonstrated charm and plausible stories to Buick, Oldsmobile, and other firms. He showed up shabby but confident, planned a delivery that night, and faced juvenile court after detention.
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Bride to lose fortune for Massachusetts groom marriage
Mia Marie Lauder Geriend sacrifices ten million dollars from the will of her late husband James Garland to wed Francis Cupting Green, an MIT graduate and financial adviser. The income will go to her three eldest sons and ultimately to Harvard College. Green is the son of Elizabeth Slilman Cushing Green and the late Commander Francis Green U S N.
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Dies Attacks Progressives Over Immigration and Literacy Test
Representative Martin Dies denounces the so called progressives for opposing a literacy test on immigrants from southeastern Europe. He accuses them of planning to bar such measures while praising Roosevelt as the era’s greatest progressive. Dies warns the republic against influx of uneducated newcomers and criticizes both major parties for cowardice. He names Murphy of New York and Victor Berger as symbols of growing socialism. Nearly a hundred members applaud as he ends.
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Even money on Roosevelt bets at Chicago nominating event
Bets on Roosevelt's nomination heated the curb market on May 2 as Wasbington dispatches report. Broker Jamie Lee says Boston interests back Harmon at odds 1 to 6, while Brooklyn Democrats view Major Gaynor as a possible dark horse. An admirer at Fred Schumpf's cafe wagered $200 to $500 on Gaynor.
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Verbal clash in Reichstag over emperor threat
May 1 session of the Reichstag grew stormy as Social Democrat Georg Ledebour attacked the emperor over a banquet remark about Alsace Lorraine. Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg defended the nation, insisting proper restraint and harking to English precedent. Matinee showing of The Seven Sisters at Columbus Theater today at 3:45 PM.
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Roosevelt Leads Ohio Delegation in State Primaries
Ohio returns show Theodore Roosevelt carrying the Republican delegates by about 25,000 votes with Taft at 10 in district tallies. Wilson gains in Democratic districts as Harman consolidates a 48-delegate state slate, while La Follette shows strength in several counties. Final results hinge on official counts and belated rural tallies to determine district shares and large-delegate allocations.
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Taft and Roosevelt Clash in New Jersey Campaign Begin
Special to The Washington Post New York May 22 President Taft and Theodore Roosevelt plan a statewide speaking tour to win New Jersey’s 28 Republican convention votes. Taft extends itinerary to cover all districts before ballot at 1 pm Tuesday. Roosevelt starts in Paterson and Passaic with balloons and cannon salutes as tensions rise among longtime Republicans.
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Roosevelt Declares Ohio Victory Routs Challenge in Chicago
Oyster Bay May 25 1908 Colonel Roosevelt says Ohio’s decisive win settles the contest and makes it hopeless to unseat delegates at Chicago He plans a New Jersey drive visiting Paterson Passaic Hackensack Hasbrouck Heights Rutherford Belleville Bloomfield Montclair West Orange Newark Jersey City and more He argues the victory proves the popular will and pledges to dominate the New Jersey convention path to the national nomination while Taft plans similar marches to secure delegates in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for a solid slate by Tuesday.
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Panic Grips Oriente as Cuban Insurrection Spreads
Reports from Oriente province describe widespread panic as armed bands operate near Baracoa and Guantanamo. Government forces rush trains to Sagua and Guantánamo, while authorities promise to crush the rebellion and safeguard citizens amid rumors of attacks on Americans and Spaniards.
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Pores. 1-Boy "Wizard of Florance" Arrested. Obie Delegates at Large in-Doubt. Taft and TRB Clash in Jersey Today. Unriging Pyute Cubans in Bane. Committee Fixes Titanic Blurbs. Heyburn Balke Tarif Vote. Baby Wiley Engaged to Wed Deadlock Over Arbitrators Bridah Preas Ficks Jr. to Wit. Virginia Democratic Convention Mexican Bet in Night Botend Inspired by Memory of Child District Democrats Divide Over Clark. Business Men Oppose Economy Bill. Business Men to Meet Consula Betteries Comment. TBoelery $9 Sporting events to Financial More Cars Enter Auto Run Columbus Parade Plans.
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Titanic Blame Fixed at Trial Noose Tightens on Officers
A May court case grips White Star officials and the Titanic inquiry as blame is fixed on managers and Ismay, with crew members facing accusations and warnings issued to other executives. The proceedings reveal peril for those named, as investigators press charges amid a bitter arraignment.
Report Names Captains and Failures In Maritime Disaster
The report accuses Capt Smith of direct responsibility for the disaster and notes speed frenzy inspired by Bruce le. It charges Captain Lord of the Californian with neglect and calls for indictments. It claims life-saving gear was inadequate and that crew disorganization cost many lives. Marine reforms are urged before Congress.
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Titanic Inquiry Report Aims to Blame White Star Officials
A Washington dispatch reports the Senate special committee led by William Alden Smith will unveil a scathing indictment of Bruce Ismay and White Star Line executives. The study targets crew incompetence and aims to prevent future disasters, citing warnings ignored and the ship’s high speed before collision.
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Tariff Vote Delay Width in Debates Signals No Revision This Session
Senate debates indicate no tariff legislation this session as Republicans and Democrats clash over schedule bills. House and Senate leaders plan to delay action, with adjournment uncertain, while discussions continue on steel and protective policy. Senator Borah, Bacon, Gallinger, and Heyburn feature in the dispute as discussions stretch through daily sessions.
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