Knox Aims to End Central American Disturbances Say Officials
Secretary of State Knox sent a note to Senor Espinosa Nicaraguan minister on the Emery claim and possible arbitration. A prominent Latin American observer says South American nations favor U S Mexico action to stabilize Central America, crediting U S handling of the Cuban crisis for renewed confidence. Brazil and Argentina papers back vigorous U S measures to keep Central American republics at peace.
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South American
United States
Mexico
Washington
Knox
Senor Espinosa
Emery
State Department
Central America
Brazil
Argentina
Wild game plentiful near Mombasa with Roosevelt heading
In Mombasa British East Africa on March 18 reports say Theodore Roosevelt’s arrival boosts hunting interest. Baron Tallyan de Vizent returns with tales of strong hippopotamus sport on the upper Tiana river and recommends the Athi to Tana district. Eland gin and oryx stalking is good, but rhinoceros interrupt. Lions are plentiful though timid at times.
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Mombassa
British East Africa
Theodore Roosevelt
Mombasa
Baron Tallyan de Vizent
Tiana
Athi
Tana
Miners Reorganize in Scranton District
Miners in the Scranton district conduct nightly meetings in various localities to win back members. Large mass meetings were held in Throop and Pittston with many men rejoining the organization. Organizers are active from early morning to evening, checking on workers en route to and from jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Throop
Pittston
Watelho
Farmer Assassinated in Oklahoma Farm Work
A. L. McLemore, a wealthy Stone Bluff farmer near Haskell, Oklahoma, was shot to death on his farm. A black tenant who quarrelled with McLemore over a rent settlement is suspected in the killing.
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Muskogee, Okla
A. L. McLemore
Stone Bluff
Haskell
Okla
McLemore
Ashtabula First to Cross Lake Erie in 1909
The ferry Ashtabula completed a 20 hour voyage from Ashtabula Ohio to Detroit Michigan crossing Lake Erie despite heavy ice. This marks the first crossing of the lake in 1909 by a boat.
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Lake
Detroit
Mich
Ashtabula
Lake Erie
Great Lakes Engining Works
Eye Witness Fails to Identify Petrosino Killers
In Rome March 18 the Italian government ordered wide searches for Lieutenant Petrosino’s killers or accomplices. Vigilance is heightened in Constantinople Tunis Marseilles Malta and Egypt as detectives track Mafia links. A Palermo witness says two short men fired on Petrosino from close range and fled, later giving a brief police statement.
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Petrosino
Rome
Constantinople
Tunis
Marseilles
Malta
Egypt
Palermo
Newcomb arraigned in embezzlement case in San Francisco
Charles L. Newcomb Jr., son of an Ohio steel maker, faces embezzlement charges of 3000 dollars as Pacific coast manager for Platt Iron Works. He was arraigned in police court and set for March 25 hearing. He remains free on a $1000 cash bond wired by his father.
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San Francisco
Charles L. Newcomb, Jr
Platt Iron Works
Dayton
Liberty
Leader of Cuban revolt is killed
Havana reports the government close to crushing the Santa Clara revolt as General Monteagudo moves to the insurgent camp. The band led by Sergeant Cortes is said to number about 100 men. Former Captain La Vastida, alleged to have instigated the uprising, was arrested and killed while escaping.
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Havana
Santa Clara
Cortes
Monteaguedo
Camajuani
la Vastida
Rural Guard
Major Arteaga
Broker Is Missing in Los Angeles Faulted by Missing Broker Brown
Los Angeles March 18. Harry D. Brown a well known broker has been missing since Monday. A felony warrant for his arrest is in the hands of city detectives. Brown's liabilities are said to approach 200000 with assets only a small fraction of that amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Cal
Harry D. Brown
Brown
Life term for murderer in Tolleston case
Valparaiso Indiana March 18 William Gagle found guilty of killing Lizzie Schroeder 11 of Tolleston. He was sentenced to the Michigan City penitentiary for life.
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Valparaiso
Ind
William Gagle
Lizzie Schroeder
Tolleston
Michigan City Penitentiary
The Markets Report for Multiple Cities and Commodities
Chicago markets show cattle prices for steers cows and heifers with calves at varied levels. Wheat corn oats prices noted along with East Buffalo Pittsburg Cleveland and Cincinnati market figures for cattle calves sheep lambs hogs and grains.
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Chicago
East Buffalo
Pittsburg
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Paris Mail Carriers Join Strikes
Paris reports mail carriers joining the strike of telegraphers and postal workers after a large turnout. Eight thousand strikers pledge to continue the fight, while Premier Clemenceau vows the government will force the workers to the wall as troops stand ready in Versailles amid a holiday tense atmosphere.
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Paris
Post Office Department
France
Clemenceau
Elysee Palace
Versailles
Activity Among Clark Farmers
The county sees unusual farming vigor after bad weather paused work. Plowing leads the effort as tobacco acreage is forecast to rise by as much as fifty percent, prompting new barns and more land preparation. Labor shortages and scarce tobacco tenants threaten farmers’ relief this year.
Conference on Ohio patronage at the White House
A White House meeting lasting an hour and a half focused on the Ohio patronage situation. Present were President, Senator Burton, State Chairman Henry H Williams of the Republican organization, and A I Vorys. Vorys stated he did not seek federal office and would leave politics to resume his law practice.
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Washington
Ohio
White House
Burton
Henry H. Williams
Republican Organization
A. I. Vorys
Vorys
Blue Ribbon Polish ad feature by T S Bush
A brief historical advertisement notes Blue Ribbon Polish for cleaning various metals with author T S Bush and the date 3 18 e 0 c mo implied in the line.
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T. S. Bush
No Verdict Sought in Turner Case at Jackson Court
In Jackson Kentucky the Turner murder case ended the criminal docket for the term without a verdict as jurors failed to agree. The court closed its criminal section after a five week run, with seven murder cases awaiting trial at the June term. A prior grand jury indicted 400 plus suspects, largely for illegal whisky sales, including a dealer facing numerous charges.
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Breathitt
Jackson
James Turner
King Witnesses Flights in Pau France
King Edward witnessed two Wright aeroplane flights in Pau France on March 18 and shared the crowd's evident enthusiasm for the American aviator's remarkable achievements.
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King
Pau
France
King Edward
Wilbur Wright
Firemen Reject Grounds For Action By Board
Washington reporters say firemen on Pennsylvania lines met with Interstate Commerce Commission Chairman Knapp and Labor Commissioner Neill. They were told the grievances submitted to the mediation board under the Podman act do not justify action.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Knapp
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles P. Neill
Board of Mediation
Governor Warner Seeks Abolition of Contract Labor in Michigan Prisons
Governor Warner urges the Michigan legislature to end the contract labor system in all state penal institutions in a special message. The transport Logan, refloated after grounding in Honolulu harbor, is noted. Illinois senatorial deadlock persists as Senator Hopkins shows no shift in support. Two unidentified men are killed in a collision of two West Shore passenger trains near Little Ferry New Jersey. Cabria Steel announces a 10 percent wage cut effective April 1. President Taft to press the electric start for Louisville Southern Exposition.
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Warner
Michigan
Logan
Honolulu
Illinois
Hopkins
West Shore Road
Little Ferry
N. Y
Cabria Steel Company
Taft
Louisville
Dentist sues for twenty thousand in alienation case
Mt Sterling Ky March 18 D E W Brown dentist sues J H Kemper for 20000 damages alleging Kemper alienated the affections of Browns wife Clara Brown causing loss of peace. Mrs Brown has left the city. Suit set for April term of Montgomery Circuit Court.
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MT. Sterling
D. E. W. Brown
J. H. Kemper
No Public Building Legislation Expected This Congress
Washington report says Supervising Architect Taylor will block further public building appropriations during the Sixty-first Congress. He cites office congestion and treasury deficits, noting economy argues against small town buildings. He warns leased space may be cheaper than new construction in many counties.
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Washington
Kentucky
Supervising Architects’ Office
Taylor
Mr. Taylor
Fresh vegetables fish oysters and fruit prompt delivery
Advertisement for fresh vegetables fish oysters and fruits with prompt delivery. Includes contact by home phone 118 and lists J. C. Humphrey & Son as the supplier. Dated 3-18-11.
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J. C. Humphrey & Son
Tobacco Acreage to Rise in Hart County Area
Frank Gordan Jr of the American Tobacco Company, Horse Cave Ky, reports a record tobacco season with six hundred thousand pounds more sold than any prior year. He predicts a large increase in tobacco acreage and notes farmers in Hart and nearby counties have more cash. He estimates ten million pounds of barley tobacco will be grown tributary to Horse Cave this year. Implement supplies from J R Martin Coal & Supply Company.
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Frank Gordan, Jr
American Tobacco Company
Horse Cave
Arm breaks in two places during school play
Richmond Kentucky March 18 A boy named Robert Metcalf about 11 years old broke his arm in two places after colliding with a playmate on the school grounds yesterday. He was treated locally and reported in stable condition.
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Richmond
Robert Metcalf
Bush's Library Light Offer Declared In Store Ad
A brief local notice states lights are available at T. S. Bush's library department with a March promotion. The ad suggests a limited time display and emphasizes value for customers seeking illumination solutions.
Amputation Considered After Bullet Injury in Caleb Martin Arm
Dr John Seay of Stanton Kentucky brought Caleb Martin to locate a bullet with X ray. After operation by Drs Browne and Seay the bone in the arm was found severely decayed and amputation may be necessary.
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John Seay
Stanton, Ky
Caleb Martin
Browne
Seay
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Marvin Hart
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J. H. Keyes
John Adams
Congress
Opera House
Satyr " Manch
Montana
Frances Hopper
Western Plains
David Belasco
J. R. Martin Coal & Supply Company
McCord, Tracey and MecCormick
OPERA
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Mary J. Holmes
Beulah Poynter
Matinee
T. S. Bush's
Mr. Caleb Martin
Klaas
Grant Witt & CO
IEE
Haggard
Burns and Beckner
Morning Glory
Hadden
Taylor Avenue
News
John A Tanner
Winn Avenue
S. NT
E. R. Allen
Winchester, Ky
Lucy Coleman Browning
College Street
H. E. Witt
French Avenue
News’ Office
E. R. Allan
W. J. Dickey
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