Respite Delayed Before Execution Amid Telegram Confusion
A damaged page describes a delayed respite arriving late for an execution in St Louis. A telegram reportedly sent earlier was misread or delayed, extending life by days as authorities debated the reprieve. The condemned, named and shown to be preparing for death, faced a final vigil before the electric chair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Ian
Qata
Priday
Patel
Jed Tersear
Ptelh
Hann
Theo
Me Roberts
St. Paul’s Mo Bo
Ane
Agathows
Uhre Tanntes
Otis
Temder
Ted
Andy
Marks
Deoal Tebanepi
Tateda
Value of Armour Estate in New York and Wisconsin details
A damaged notice describes an estate in New York and Wisconsin with assets including personal property and real estate. It references trustees, a national bank, and farm or stock holdings with dates and values in the 2000s, mentioning Wisconsin locations and named individuals in a probate context.
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Tate Pthatipe
New York
Peerserirl
Mbardinery Abohars Sen
Gedurders
OLS
Taites Amibwarnhee
Sistuires
Stirs
Stirres
Wisconsin Meatine Urnstipes
Strained Relations Amid Murder Case Rumors and City Tensions
Fragmented report outlines strained ties between factions amid murder case rumors. Names and places scattered through garbled text suggest conflicts involving local figures, authorities, and civic groups, with focus on investigations and rising public unease.
Two Horrible Crimes In Detroit Murders Shock City
Detroit police investigate twin murders after a girl identified as Anerio Mydennete was killed on Thirteenth Street. A knife attacked her brain, body found on Millherst Street Thursday. authority traced evidence to a local teacher and a bookkeeper, with detectives arresting Willisnan Jones amid rapid leads.
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Detroit
Hirteenth Street
Anerio Mydennete
Dius
Jennett
Miss Pennett
Gomueething
Rebekah Lodge
Ohad
Dewell
Hanes Milner
Miller
Lynn
Millherst Street
Heiss
Mietiasua
Able Iron Works
Widt
Willisnan Jones
Heywood
Production of cereals in the United States overview
Washington reports census estimates on cereal production across states including wheat, oats, barley, and maize. The data indicate yields, bushels per acre, and total values, with notes on variation by region and farming practices.
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Washington
Teres
Wwe
Pita
Taro Vale
Tapstels
Causes Agitation in Europe as Advanta to United States
Reports outline tension over Philippine Tari Vet policy and US import duties affecting European nations. Mentiones Woashisgtet Secretary Divet and PMs weighing responses as debates rise about protective measures and transatlantic trade. Potential shifts in shipping and duties impact economic relations with the United States and allied states.
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Advanta
United States
Tdis
Dutties
Taner
British Transports at New Orleans Landing
Three British transports unloading horses and mules at Chalmette near New Orleans. Delay blamed on shipper strike seeking higher pay. Secret service investigations reported, with officials seen in the area. Attorney Thowe at Chalmette says he was visiting friends and has instructions from Washington. No clear sign of interference despite fears over embargoes and monthly expenditures.
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New Orleans
Chalmette
United States
Charnette
Washington
Drunken Husband Disposed Of by Cole Matron
In Garant County Wellington, a woman named Mrs Peoples reported abuse by her husband. After a heated quarrel over supper, she fled the home and drove away from a partition to escape further violence. The husband remained unaware until the incident ended with his death and no escape attempt by Mrs Peoples is mentioned.
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Cole
Wellington
Tami
Garant
Obbu
Teo
Donna
Mrs. Peoples
Reading Boer War Peace Talks Progress Reported
The Associated Press notes satisfactory progress in negotiations for peace in the Reading Boer War. Key plans and outlets are under discussion, with some probability of a general surrender by the Boers. Talks focus on explaining British intentions and ensuring a peaceful end at the table.
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London
Associated Press
Progress Jng
G. A
Iowa
Grenville M. Dodge
van Sant
Minnesota
ex-I’bsences of War Association
Union Veterans’ Union
The
Sons and Daughters of Veterans
G. I. Godfrey
KM. J. Coleman
Treab
Strike Threat Looms Amid Building Trades Walkout Sparks
A chaotic report details threats of a strike by building trades as walkouts loom across Chicago and nearby areas. Protests disrupt streets, with mentions of resignations and potential job actions affecting construction and related services. The piece references labor disputes, political figures, and international aspects tied to the South Africa crisis, including Canada and the United States.
Le Marsa Fire Devastates Four Stores In Slaughter Block
In LeMars Sunday morning a fire destroyed Barron Bros store and three neighbors, with two others damaged. Firefighters lacked water pressure as Water and Light Company’s service failed, limiting efforts to fight the blaze. Total losses around 50 000 with most insured. Residents condemn the utility’s inadequate service.
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LeMaers
LeMarsa
LeMars
Water and Light Company
Barron Bros
Slaugher
Fom
Parrots Bros
Chrand Rapids Furniture Company
Les Mars Post
Uitediin Bros
WC Engelstein
Hell Dwelling
Water Aid Light Company
Reynolds Murder Trial in Orange City Proceeds Amid Crowd
The Reynolds murder case in Orange City resumed Monday with State attorneys claiming stronger evidence and witnesses supporting guilt, while the defense argues for innocence. Courtroom crowds grow as voir dire continues and opinions split on likely verdict, with some predicting conviction and others doubt.
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Orange City
Iowa
Woo
Reynolds
Samuel Crofton
Qagiin
Gach
Orn
Buesday
Levy Funds and Levy Figures From the Twenty-Eighth Assembly
A Des Moines dispatch notes the twenty-eighth general assembly urged executive action to avoid raising 1.4 million for HHO and 1.0 million for 1900. The state auditor reports a precise credit of 1,508,407.76 on county treasurer books, with a 2.7 mill levy expected to cover the variance. A one tenth levy targets the university, with about 45,000 to 46,000 dollars, and the adjusted tax plan aligns with estimates. If the Legislature sets a specific sum, the council will adjust the levy to within a few thousand dollars of the final amount.
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Dex Moines
General Assembly
Hia Juste
Ecaunei
Cheonark
Univers Huy
Nearly Asphyxiation At City Hotel Fire Hazard
LeMars residents recount a coal gas near tragedy at the Central Hotel as Mrs Wagner and her grandchildren escaped an unconscious state after a heater filled room with gas. Physicians treated the family for three hours before recovery, while officer notes mention other local crime and business items in the same dispatch.
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LeMar
Wagner
Felow
John Bek
Big Central
le Muars
Mir Wagner
War Over Tax On Liquor Sparks Cedar Rapids Clash
In Cedar Rapids a campaign by retail liquor dealers to tax nonmedical beverages prompts a fight with druggists. The county assessor targets eight leading druggists under the mule tax law, while retailers accuse illicit sales after hours. Wholesalers favor a cautious approach and deny backing the druggists’ stance.
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Satoun
Hqnor
Cetac Rapide
Hynor Dealers’ Association
Wasessor
Passochtion
Asiig
Pooeloek
Comity Board of Supervisors
Soldier seeks unknown sweetheart seen in crowd in Philippines era
Lieut. Charl s A. Tarron of battery 1X, Third Ohio artillery, stationed in Conwell Blots, hopes to find a young woman he met years ago in the Philippines. He traveled as a conductor on the Ontaria and Comune Blatt line to aid his search, recalling a memory he cannot erase and asking the public for help locating her from Cleveland.
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Connell
Charl S A. Tairron
Third
Ohio Artillery
Philippines
Conwell
Gan
Barron
Ontaria
Comune Blatt
Feand
Bhp
Counce
Soung
Cleveland
Udine
Busse Murder Trial Fails to Secure Capital Verdict
Arguments heard as the Busse murder case nears jury deliberation. Waverly testified Tuesday morning while County Attorney Darting and defense attorneys pressed their lines. The state faced weak evidence after a confessed statement vanished, leaving the jury undecided on a death penalty.
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Tusseensecat Waverly
Atear
Darting
Cas Aol
Actorneys
Dawson
Gilson
Scales
Ackley
Che
Fire Destroys Clay County Farm Buildings
A massive blaze near Sioux Rapids in Clay County destroyed five buildings, about fifty cattle, twelve horses, and thousands of bushels of oats and barley. Loss estimated at $5000 with $3000 insured. details include damaged machinery, harness, and stored grain.
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Siow
Clay County
Sioux Rapids
John Neimund
Parole debate on youth murderer Elkins storied case
The Legislature debated clemency for Wesley R Elkins the Thien Caml boy murderer described as among the youngest known criminals. Advocates stressed his youth environment and prison conduct while opponents warned mercy would risk public safety and justice.
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Wesley R. Elkins
Thien Caml
Fikir
Amos
Senate
Din
Oid
Ducrey
Erline
Hiad
Elaine
Tharlan
Cornell College
Taas
King
Elkine
Bas Bevy
PSO
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Alden
St. Gomis Phirty
Bank Sever
Chiewses
Bertenbayers
Giebe Toe Dawes
Geocoat Northern
Censue Horeau
Europe
Spike
Making
Hamdred
Bainlin
Lake Shore
Rock Eston
Chiease
Strick Wrednesley
Dave
Brickhisers
Daphbayers
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Hoseeire
Eatrepe
Deis
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Prater
Piranee
Colorado
Denver
Gabengtt
Eitocus
Seeley
Santa Pe
Willie TE Pape
Athilla
Satie Fey
Colt of
Qadvarbes Stedeleitts
Sai
Wegat
Java
Thompsen
Vancouver
South Afrca
Bintna
Vonga NM
Daebhaa
News OF
J. Emery
Walla Walla
Falt
Webster City
Quater Printing
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Avsunad
Organization Comic
Belvk
Cubliapaca
Maak Street
Welter City
Calli
Lopateoe Nitta
Tanya Bee
Batalle
la Hoek
Cedar Rapids
Busse
Chicago
William By Philips
West Union
Mayette County
Odd Bellows
State Bank of West Union
Fayette County National Bank
Canada
Mexico
Philips
Surttoga Hotel
Fayette County
Sherif
der. Mbalibbetens
State University
Duavenport
Wilma Drummond Middleton
Fle
Cal-Legene Lowa City
Mockbalun Badlwa
Aid Edce
American Medical Scenius
Miasons
Phelon
Mev
Mather Phelon
Gacketa
Chadaie
Book Valley
Colliahur
Ehvolabeok
Adee
Creighton
Uae
Central Station
Towa
ISO
J. Sage
Crop Bureau
Des Moines
Turner
Borthes Moines
War Department
Mlullua
Binder Young Due B
Executive Council
Robert A. Armstrong
Ag Folk City
Treachury
Leslie M. Shaw
Ceara Cael
Aia
Dude
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Hake
Oys
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