World’s Fair notes and oddities from a bustling era
A garbled OCR fragment recounts World’s Fair anticipation with mentions of 20 000 watermelons to be eaten in a day and Washington’s building opening. It references Mrs Choo widow of an Indian fighting general and notes on portraits and curiosities, including a private sale and obscure names like Shan and Trin Sar. The passage preserves era tone and scattered names amid chaotic text.
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Washington
Mra. Choo
Arrangements for Colored Excursions to World’s Fair
Plans are prepared to take colored people from the South to the World’s Fair with an expected add on to the attendants. The first excursion is scheduled for August from Nashville and intermediate points in Tennessee and Kentucky.
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Estan
Nashville
Tennessee
Kentucky
Auction Report of Charles W Wetmore Cargo Sailor
A damaged report notes the steamship Charles W Wetmore once famed for a new success in murine architecture. It sailed to San Francisco and was auctioned for 280 208, carrying 000 tons of cargo. Now buried in sand off Cove Way on Oregon coast.
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Charles W. Wetmore
Auetion
SanNciseo
Cova Way
Oregon
Mortality Rates of Clergymen and Doctors Compared
A historical note states clergy mortality at about 15 percent annually for ages 35 to 60 while medical men approach double that rate. It also describes Siam as a large Indo-Chinese kingdom with Laos Cambodia and French Mars territories, boasting extensive coal mining and several harbors, including a principal harbor near Hangkalz.
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Tosty
Kingdom of
Sian
Aisia
Laos
Camboulia
Mars
Ohio
Hangkalz
Female College Planned By Marietta Trustees
A university press notice states Marietta College will open a college for women in September with the same entrance requirements and classical language curriculum as the men's program. The document also discusses regional tribes and a polluted river scene with public health concerns.
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Marietta’ (O.) College
Fragmented plea over drought and aid in quiet crisis
Fragmented text discusses fifty years of hardship in large cities facing drought and famine. It mentions ruined lands, stalled trade, and warnings about water supply. References to Agonktanh and nearby towns imply a call to action against waste and ensure relief.
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Suikot
Osiarmois
Aoul
Juan Lite
Gold and Bank Closings Signal Financial Crisis
The article reports widespread bank suspensions and deposit withdrawals across multiple states including Oregon Montana Wisconsin and Minnesota amid a broader financial stringency. It details deposits capital stock assets and liabilities for several banks and notes ensuing closures and resumptions as customers panic and officials assess solvency.
Flood Ravages Pueblo City Hall as Levee Breaches
Severe flooding in Pueblo drives residents from riverside areas while lower city sections drown under water. City hall and nearby basements fill as a western flood wave breaks the levee. Casualties reported but unconfirmed amid widespread destruction and panic.
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Perna
Col
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Terri
Gaines
Ave Iguasas
Wilson Depot
Victoria Avenue
Thames
Stordes
Laos
Charvles
Syipat Company
Wail
Wiennv Statlery
Ladigtess
Statesmen Fight in House of Commons Riot
An immense parliamentary brawl erupts in the House of Commons as MPs clash over Mr Chamberlain and Irish questions. Desks topple, punches fly, and the chamber empties in a mass of shouting and chaos before order is restored and Speaker Peel resumes proceedings.
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Mianbera
Joseph Chinmtovlin
Chupschy
Str
Mellor
Joseph Chamberlain
Cally ‘Bigelky
Langwliter
God
Herod
Chamberlain
Beon
Caine
House
Parnell
Custondry
Viewry Gibbs
Gibson Dowles
Willian Keen Bury
O'Connor
Connor
Hanbury
Healy
William Redmond
Col. Sanderson
Als Sanderson
Parnellitey
Llows
Gladstone
Edward Majoribanks
Mr Majoribanks
Col. Sanlerson
Fghters
Joe
Muller Pent
Perl
Min C Hadstone
Phere
Volves
Teel
Moellur
Spears
Siam Accepts French Demands End War Rift
Foreign mediation reports a Siamese government acceptance of France's ultimatum. The royal palace approved the terms after a royal meeting, with the war commission then telegraphed approval to Paris. The settlement centers on French demands for territory and maritime boundaries, while Siam seeks guarantees for independent status and regional stability.
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Wet Parks
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Anam
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Prance
Wiysee Deteween
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Siam
Pl Wuls
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Great Heitain
Rasokox
Sian
Wrnmee
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Palles
Phep Chola
Pas-Selgers An
Paris
Daly
Mngland
Fir
Estafette
France
Lobos
Daily Graphic
Belial
She
Mekong
Moshe
Morning Post
Abel
Pethuin
Daily News
Sinia
Price
Bridge lever accident kills woman in Chicago span collapse
A bridge lever broke loose on the Tarvivon Street bridge in Chicago, fatally striking Miss Nellie Ringdan and injuring others as the car toppled. John Stanton, a bridge equipment inventor, was arrested on charges of causing the accident after evidence suggested the lever was left in an unsafe position.
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Chicago
Rosatt
Steele Dent
Tarvivon Street
Ciecar
Andofie
Nellie Ringdan
Selden Street
Avery
Asa
Ioreau
Mageegle Casey
Annie Dexter
Mia
Maggie Ashcroft
John Stanton
Harrison Street
Bank Teller Arrested In $10,050 Cash Shortfall
In New Jersey, a First National Bank teller Abvatiun Ardan, 50, was jailed after a $10,050 shortage across four packages. Ten-dollar bills were replaced with ones, insured for $6,000 by Fidelity and Casualty. Ardan, long with the bank for 25 years, had been trusted. authorities seek commitment to prison.
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Taterson Neds
Pavenson
N. J
Daly
First National Bank
Jaly
United States Bank
Mninex
George We Stone
Olicurs
Alfred van Hievenberg
Atreait Court
New Doy
Bank of
Erly
Uelg
Wis
Gold Is Coming Back Expert Movement Stirs Securities
A chaotic early report claims a surge of optimism in gold and securities as European markets diverge from the U S. Bankers face pressure to secure absolute acquisitions amid hopes for a $50,000,000 recovery and renewed imports. A London shipment note and a bizarre criminal reference close the piece with unclear details.
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Europe
Ibis
London
Fragmented OCR Message With Numerous Irregularities
The readable text presents jumbled phrases and mis-typed words about sermons scales and menses with unclear meaning. There are scattered names and terms like Lauder, Tun, Lauder mustoails, and Phase that do not form a coherent report or event. No identifiable person, organization, or place forms a clear factual item.
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Walius
Execution by Electric Chair Recalled at Auburn Prison
The article recounts a 1903 Auburn prison electric chair execution of Taylor and a fellow inmate. It describes the attempted multiple electric shocks, the power supply from the city plant, and the momentary apparent death followed by resumed life and a second attempt. The report notes the inmate Sotomman Jackson’s murder and Taylor’s conviction and death sentence.
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Pye
Uae
Ali N.Y
Dily
Tly Prison
Taylor
Ehar
Plicudt
Wah
Almastian
Tia
Taylor v
Ie Syus
Caylor
Sotomman Jackson
Fearful riot rumble as Denver arms for unrest
In a tense climate across Denver a large mobilization unfolds with militia on standby and banks and stores guarded. General McCook informs the president and plans to deploy Port Logan troops within half an hour if needed, while 700 depositories are ready to receive federal protection. Mayor Vanhorwin warns residents to avoid gatherings and speeches that could inflame labor groups as authorities vow to maintain order.
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Denver
McCook
Port Logan
Vanhorwin
Acquittal for Captain Burke Amid Court Martial Debates
Fragmentary report details a Royal Navy court martial concerning Captain Maurice A Burke. It outlines alleged failures, responsibility debates, and reference to Rear Admiral and other officers, with mentions of Maltese theater and various wartime command actions.
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