Question May Become an Issue Between War and State Departments
Washington date Jan 9 Spl. Will accusations that Oscar Williams Manila consul sought mining gains in the Philippines block his confirmation as U S consul to Singapore The matter may pit war and state departments Root says full disclosure required Cridler defends Williams while the president appoints him to succeed Shaw who killed himself after arriving in Singapore
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Washington
Oscar Williams
Manila
Philippines
Lieut
Burritt
U. S
Singapore
Shaw
Boers Loot Farm Near Kimberley as British Suffer Casualties
Reported from Cape Town that Boers looted a farm seven miles from Kimberley while the Cape Town cyclist corps engaged invaders twenty miles from Piquetburg. British loss listed as three killed and eight wounded. The action occurred near the west coast about forty one miles north of Cape Town.
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Jin
Kimberley
Plokanoersburg
Piquetburg
Joss
Cape Town
Obituary: Columbus Native Jacob Lawson Dies at 94
Jacob Lawson, aged 94, longtime ex-employee of the state capitol and a familiar figure at Democratic conventions, died this morning at the Parkmer Hotel after apoplexy. He had recently resided at Sandusky Soldiers' Home and served as a county delegate in recent conventions.
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Colmubus, O
Das
Jacob Lavwson
Exan
State Capitol
Parmerk
Sandusky
Trie County
Osteopathy landlady robbery case in Columbus
A Columbus landlady at the Vogel hotel was robbed at midnight by two masked men who forced her to reveal a hidden sum. They grabbed 360 from the cash drawer and threatened her with a revolver. The incident follows a note about Judge Cole ruling osteopathy non medical under a state examination law.
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Columbus
Cole
Greenville
New Castle
Padan
Worthin
Vogel
Jersey Gentil Train Collision In City Morning
A passenger train was struck on its side by a Lehigh Valley engine in the city this morning. One coach overturned. all aboard are expected to recover.
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Jersey Gentil
Lehigh Valley
Legislative banquet moved to Feb 1 in Columbus
Special Correspondence from Colubus reports the committee in charge of the legislative banquet voted to hold the event in Columbus on February 1. The decision on attending the ceremonies of President McKinley’s second inauguration will be submitted to the General Assembly members.
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Emonies
Mckinley
Roosevelt endorses RAH LIN as Akron giant in boxing debate
Article notes Roosevelt opinion on RAH LIN as a famed Akron fighter. Attendees at a Cleveland druggists banquet include many pharmacists and officials. Police court cases feature Irene Wheeler accused of battery and related testimonies, with husband Frank Wheeler as key witness. Other local matters involve Oliver Swift, N Howard Street theft complaints, and J J Coughlin fined for intoxication. Chicago report covers George Sisler and Theodore Roosevelt discussing boxing, with Roosevelt criticizing promoters and praising fighters like McCoy, Corbett, Fitzsimmons, and Roblin in a broad exchange on managing the sport.
Railway Shops Canton Contemplates Consolidation Plan
Canton rail shops superintendent Van Dusen of the western and b company said today the firm is considering consolidating all repair shops and erecting one main shop. This main shop would likely be located at its city.
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van Dusen
Sutc
French Ball Ends in Police Clash at New York Swindle
In an early morning melee at the annual French ball in New York the police confronted Walters accused of swindling attendees with short change. Several Walters were hospitalized as officers secured the scene and quelled the disturbance.
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New York
Jan
Walters
Olange
Pennsylvania railways to spend millions on upgrades this year
In Philadelphia the railroad indicates a major capital program for 1900 1901 with over five million dollars to be used for main line improvements between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Plans include a new Pittsburg station extended lines and new roads in coal regions and additional work in the soft coal areas.
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Railway Company
Yhow Or
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Pittsbare
UOW
Experts Find Yellow Fever Parasite in Mosquito Carriers
United States experts report findings that yellow fever is transmitted by a parasite in mosquitoes rather than a bacterium. The study attributes contagion to the Hapto-like parasite, with evidence that certain mosquitoes act as carriers.
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Hutt
Slover Ruste Vessel Disaster Near Marseilles
Jan 9 report from Marseilles describes the wreck of the slover Ruste with only the forward part visible. No communication with the crew is possible and authorities fear all aboard have perished. Rescue attempts continue with another trial planned this afternoon.
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Marseilles
Birthday King Oscar Birthday Celebration in Copenhagen
The Princess of Wales and Prince will travel to Copenhagen in April for King Oscar's birthday observance. The Dowager Empress of Russia, who recently left Copenhagen, plans to return there in April.
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Tandon
Jan S
fSpr
Prine and
Princess of Wales
Copenhagen
Oscar
Temane
Russia
Berth Amboy Fire Causes Several Injuries
A shipyard mishap near Berth Amboy injured several workers and caused minor damage to nearby structures. Fire crews contained the blaze, with medical teams treating affected individuals at the scene. Authorities investigated the incident and will review safety procedures.
Clerks Union Elects Officers and Adopts New By Laws
The Clerks Union met at Howard Street quarter s last night installing officers previously elected. Geo Neexe as President, Chris Cou as First Vice President, and other officers were sworn in. Delegates to the Central Labor Union were named. A new union agreement and working card were approved, and plans set for a future event in February. No new members were inducted beyond pending applications.
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Uniow
Howard St
Coll KY
Geo. Neexe
Chris
Cou Bsecond
the Creu Recording
Henry Berg
Pindnelas
George Pryom
Jayoh Koplin
Charles Rutt
Stoke
Mi Tendt Fund
Central Labor Union
Vobrunary
Train wreckers derail Kanawha suit passenger train near North Carlburg
A MM passenger train derailed near North Carlburg due to timber placed on the track. Engineer William O'Brien jumped to safety and was injured. no other injuries reported. The perpetrators are suspected of malicious mischief. DAN ORLA DOME.
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Carlburg
William O'Brien
Milschier
Dan Orla
Banquet Of Jackson Club Draws Crowd In Columbus
The Columbus Jackson Club banquet highlighted conservative elements within Ohio Democrats as they urged renouncing Bryan and aligning with Andrew Jackson principles. Prominent Democrats, including A. J. Warder of Marietta and others, pressed for free silver repeal and a shift away from Populist advocacy, with a letter from J. Kean shared in support. The gathering sparked a long demonstration and signals a future platform debate, continuing on page eight.
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Andrew Davison
Olio
St. Hickory
Mr. Bryan
Lita
Honorus A. J. Warder
Marietta
Silvay Tua
Ohio
Une
Jol I. MeKean
Odfime
Lia
Boxing match halted after ninth round as fighter collapses
Police stopped the bout between Loula Majane and Chris Abra last night in the tenth round due to crowding features. Majane was taken to hospital after losing consciousness. Doctor Phy Sizzling said a brain blood vessel ruptured and death is likely.
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Pollce
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Abra
Wits
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Dad
Death of John White A Longtime Akron Resident
John White age 78 years 5 months 26 days a well known Akron resident dies at home after six days of illness from pneumonia. He was a war veteran of the Rebellion and a member of Buckley Post GARB, widower. General arrangements pending.
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Dom White
Ths City
Mr. White
Akron
Buckley Post
President's Health Improves Amid Alarm at White House
Washington reports the president feeling better after a period of illness amid rising concerns and security alarms. Official aides say progress is steady and medical staff monitor vitals and response to treatment.
Peter Lerch Dies. Early Settler of Loyal Oak Passes Away
Peter Lerch died New Year’s Day at his Loyal Oak home. Born 1821 in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, he moved with a party to Ohio, settled in Copley Township, later in Loyal Oak, and lived there over 50 years. He left a wife and seven children: Oren Lerch, Jersey City. Mrs. Ellen Haupt. Mrs. Sarah Lake, Loyal Oak. Charles Lerch. Daniel Lerch. Agnes Lerch of Allentown. Ervin Lerch of Reading. He also left a brother, Aaron Lerch, and sisters Mrs. Mary Schech and Mrs. Sarah Abler in Pennsylvania.
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Peter Lerch
Loyal Oak
Northampton County
Penn
Ohio
Copley Township
Jersey City
Ellen Haupt
Sarah Lake
Charles
Daniel
Agnes [Lerch
Allenton, Pa
Ervin Lerch
Reading, Pa
Aaron Lerch
Mary Sehech
Sarth Abler
Pennsylvania
Reed Leads Assignment in Cleveland Insolvency Court
Harvey L. Reed, well known in Akron, led a deed of assignment in the Cuyahoga court of Insolvency on Wednesday. He has been proprietor of a mercantile business on Bond Street, Cleveland for several years. The assets are estimated at 5,000 dollars, liabilities 5,000, with establishment.
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Harvey L. Reed
Akeron
Chyahoga Court of
Nesday
Bond St
Cleveland
Childs Plans Certifind Check Filing With County Board
Promoter Thomas T. Childs notified County Commissioners he will file a certified check for $1,000 with the Board next week. The check is to be deposited by February 1 or the franchise will be forfeit.
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Thomas T. Childs
Tied the Knot at Tosa in First Ceremony
The report notes Vaughan performed his first marriage ceremony this afternoon at the evidence nb My BR. MeATiIater, Bast Mare het st, with the parties inter neted weed Mie Martin Beboreille and Miss Currie B Buckinaster.
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Dnstice J
Vaughan
Tosa
Mie
Martin Beboreille
Miss Currie
B. Buckinaster
Office Established by Mente Fart in Everett Building
A new office is established in the Everett building by Mente Fart with Deputy Wire Marsh and the attorney already occupying the space. The notice confirms the location and active status of the venture.
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Wire Marsh
Nisetties
Fr Reams Hs Everett
Mame
Lbp
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