Release of Dick Liddill Sparks Frank James Rumor Mill
A dispatch from Kangas City Me notes the release of Dick Liddill by U S authorities in Alabama fuels speculation about Frank James. Local officials and Ford & Co. figures discuss whether Liddill’s freedom implies James’s conviction and what testimony might reveal.
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Kangas City
Dick Liddill
United States
Alabama
Lidditl
Frank James
Liddill
W. H. Wallace
Charles Ford
Ray County
Liddiff
Ford
Missouri
Explosion Kills Charles Rhoades and Injures Beach Tinsley
In Muncie Indiana near a stump clearing at about 1 pm yesterday Charles Rhoades was killed when a sack of giant powder exploded scattering his remains. Beach Tinsley was found unconscious with a crushed arm and facial injuries. the cause of the explosion is unknown. Rhoades was 21 years old.
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Muncie
Ind
Charles Rhoades
Beach Tinsley
Rhoades
Frais Head
Tinsley
Murder in New Mexico: Woman found slain near Belén
A Mexican clan member from Belén, New Mexico, was murdered on a road between Belén and Los Llamos or Loa Monday night. The victim suffered a knife wound, multiple injuries, and had two gold rings found beneath her corset. No clear motives or enemies are identified and robbery seems unlikely.
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Albuqueaque
N. M
Doreto
Belen
Valebra Unty
There
Loa
Skeleton of Woman Found Near Road Dug Up
In GAeLENa Illinois residents reported a buried skeleton of a woman found two feet underground near a road project site. A cradled skull and two gold earrings were unearthed, prompting an official inquiry into a possible past murder.
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Iil
Wreck on Whitesboro Line Kills Four Injured Many
A Missouri Pacific telegram from Sedalia Missouri on April 12 reports a collision near Whitesboro. Four men were killed two seriously hurt and many more injured as a working train derailed and overturned near the track.
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Sedalia
Missouri Pacific Bus
Tex
Whitesboro
Editor Under Bonds In Arkansas Assault Case
The Examin ing Court bound A Wright over in a $2,000 bond after arguments in the assault with intent to kill case against Murray editor of the Press Eagle. Wright must appear at the circuit court in May.
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Bonds
Pine Brary
Ark
Yesterda
Wright
Murray
Press Eagle
Whisky on Election Day in Missouri Arrest
SPRINGFIELD MO April 12 One J M Jackson of Newton County was jailed after being charged with violating revenue law by selling liquor on election day. He awaits the next session of the United States circuit court at Jefferson City.
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Springfield
J. M. Jackson
Newton County
Denen Seeeses
Jefferson Any
Man Commits Suicide at Son’s Home in Crawfordsville
In Crawfordsville Indiana 50 year old Uel Tapp walked into his son’s residence and then sat on the steps outside before taking off clothing and severing a life ending action near a porch area.
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Crawfordsville
Ind
Uel Tapp
Sharkey County Fatality Involving Two Men
In Sharkey County on April 12 Dr Thayer and Wilks Shannen fought. Shannen killed Thayer by slashing his throat with a razor, causing instant death.
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Clark
Sharkey County
Thayer
Wilks Shannen
Ron
Shannen
WencHESTER Mass Report Shows Sparse Readable Text
Fragmentary OCR notes from WencHESTER Massachusetts mention Barward Pisouiang Untaite and a unclear date in June. The readable items are limited and no formal events or actions are established.
Fragmented Note Suggests Remedy or Appeal
In Ma Walavis City a partial text references a remedy for a completed action and mentions a Brown related issue. The readable fragment hints at a legal or civic process but lacks clear details, dates, or involved parties beyond Brown.
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Walavis
Brown
Prairie fires devastate Nebraska farms amid April windstorm
Reports from Seward Thayer and Butler counties describe prairie fires destroying grain barns sheds orchards and farming stock. A farmer fourteen miles north of Lincoln loses 700 dollars while others burn corn-crib granary and home structures with injuries also reported.
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Lincoln
Neb
Seward
Thayer
Butler
Powys
Jones
Johnson
River and Harbor Funds Targeted for Dam Debris Control
The appropriation plan aims to curb debris from drift mining on the Feather and Sacramento rivers in California. Officials note the dams were not for commerce but to restrain mining debris. About 786,000 cubic yards of water used annually sweep debris, harming agricultural valleys. the authorization faced scrutiny and partial withholding.
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Sacramento and
Feather Rivers
California
Feather
Sacramento
Wastineton
D. C
Railroad Time Agreement Sets National Standard
Representative railroad men from many lines gathered at the Lindell Hotel for the General Time Convention. A motion to readopt the present schedule and shift local changes to May 13 was carried. Resolutions propose a unified time standard, with eastern time for routes east of a line, central time one hour slower, and western times two to three hours slower, to be adopted by all roads.
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St. Landia
Lindell Fiotel
A. A. Paimage
H. K. Wade
Spee
New York
Gainecede
Baltimore
Torreonto
Hamilton
Colonbus
Atlanta
Cincinnati
Louisville
Indianapolis
Chicago
St. Louis
Jefferson City
St. Paul
Kanensee
James Meeras
A. Tab
E. B. Thomas
N.F. Merrill
Grand Pacific Heel
Teen brakemen in Arkansas released pending trial
In Livre Bock Arkansas on March 12 the teen striking brakemen appeared before a justice of the peace and were released on their own recognizance to appear again on the 13th. Railroad headquarters report alcohol use and yard switch disruption, a strong guard was placed to prevent trouble. Friends of the brakemen insist they are sober and seek a hearing.
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Livre Bock
Ark
Ara
Jell
Tragedy in Muncoe leaves farmer Lindsay dead after gun misfire
Information reached late at night in Muncoe indicating that Troune Lindsay, a prominent farmer from Perry area, died after a gun misfire while returning from hunting. Lindsay took his gun with him when a hammer struck a log causing a discharge into his left breast. he lived several hours after the accident.
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Muncoe
Ind
Troune Lindsay
Pery
Lindsay
Boe Te
Wabash Pay Car Employees Demand Reform
Journal reports Wabash Railway pay car workers seeking wage reforms. They push for monthly pay cars and earlier routing to ensure on time pay, with unresolved grievances prompting action and potential adjustments.
Manietta Murder-Suicide Report Sparks Warren Township Shock
Samuel Flannery of Warren Township attempted to kill his wife hours after a four day marriage in April. He then shot himself in the region of the head. his wound is described as serious. The temperate man remains hospitalized and details are sparse.
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Manietta
Samuel Flannery
Warren Tyneship
Brown off Mitax April 12 incident near Chicays Jenation
Nicolas Sheron of this place suffered a weather related fall yesterday near Chicays Jenation. The report notes he was blown from a roof by strong wind and injured in the incident.
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Mitax
Nicolas Sheron
Chicays Jenation
Pete
Freight Tragedy Claims Indiana Worker
A Beazit Indiana report states J Parris a section man was killed by a freight train yesterday at his post near the yard. The incident occurred as the crew handled the 4 freight train assignment.
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Beazit
Ind
J Parris
Diamond Dyes Decline Sparks Racial Taboo Debate
A fragment notes a fashionable dye brand called Diamond Dyes and mentions racial content in a historical trade dispute. The brief hints at social backlash and perceptions of superiority, with obscured names and unclear dates in the clipping.
GOOD AND EVIL DEEDS A Maniac Mother and the Horrors of Tewksbury
Boston report on Tewksbury Almshouse inquiry describing filth in male wards with 10 by 15 feet bath tanks and water with up to eighty four inmates bathed in the same water. Testimony includes allegations against staff and a nurse seen feeding soup to a restrained patient.
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Boston
Mass
Tewksbury Almshouse
Franker
Mark Heathcole
Harvard A
Cave-in at Kee Ridge Mine in Michigan traps eight men
EsCANABA Mich April 12 A cave-in at Kee Ridge Mine between Guinemee and Iron Mountain buries the engine house and all mine equipment. Eight surface men are missing and believed dead. only Wicks was rescued fatally injured. Recovery could take a week or more.
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Escanaba
Mich
Kee Ridge
Guinemee
Iron Mountain
Patrick Egan
Mehardis
W. Henderson
John Morris
Thomas James
Edward Wicks
Wm. Ree
Wim. Pollard
Wicks
Quinnesee
Memory Gaps Hinder Miner in Washington Inquiry
April 1 report from Wasninirn notes miner’s recollection poor since Tuesday. He failed to recall Merrick’s questions about a sub-contractor letter claiming expedition costs. Witness said intent was personal living expenses and to gain advantage in the bargain. Court notes this reflects standard trade practice.
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Merrick
Dynamite Incident Injures Three Men in Georgia Riot
In Jefferson county Georgia on April 12, three colored men attempted to use dynamite. Steve William and two others obtained the explosive. a failed ignition caused a blast that blew off Steve Williams left arm and injured the other two men.
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Atlanta
Jefferson County
Steve William
Wiliams
Wiles
Steve
Woman Hangs Herself After Tragic Child Birth
Mrs. Rose Howard, 19, wife of William Howard, murdered her three week old infant after a feverish illness. Delirious from fever, she leaped from the bed, wrecked furniture, and crushed the child against a stove before dying.
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Rose Howard
Willam Howard
Rs. Howard
Miners Resume Work After Five Cent Cut Orders
After a week of idleness miners in the Stakker coal field returned to work Tuesday at a five cent per ton reduction mandated by the mine owners. A panel earlier rejected Saree terms, while miners with the Chicago Vermillion Coal company refused to follow broader employer dictates to abandon their stand.
Legislation Recommends $1.83 Million for nine Institutions
Chicago April 12 report states the joint legislative committee recommends an appropriation of 1,831,970 dollars for the support of nine institutions for the next nine years. The amount is 100,000 dollars less than proposed by the superintendents.
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Chicaco
Joint Legislative
Fire Destroys Three-Story Mill in Sanpwien Wisconsin
A three story mill owned by Metallen was burned down Tuesday morning in Sanpwien Wisconsin. Estimated loss runs around 15000 dollars with most of the property insured. Local fire crews battled the blaze but the structure was consumed.
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Sanpwien
Pol Ve A. Metallen
Illinois Legislature Deliberates with Notable Debates in Both Chambers
The Illinois Legislature sessions feature extensive discussion on sixty bills in various stages. A notable debate centered on railroad consolidation while the White and Merrill factions clashed over a different measure. A third reading and potential motion to recommit occurred as the day progressed toward adjournment, with key sessions anticipated to continue for about six to eight weeks.
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Sruixcrrecy
Senate
Renators White
Merrill
Mason
Sd Shaenon Tine
Torrance Tid Bera Coppaina
Ors Mason
Condee
Benson's Celery and Chamomile Pills Advertised in Baltimore
Fragmentary OCR mentions Benson's Celery and Chamomile Pills described as valuable for headaches and health in Baltimore. No clear event, date, or full claim is readable.
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de. Benson
Mr. Schlichter
Baltimore
Bonds Held for Bank Circulation Need Redemptions
Washington April 12 A Treasury report shows banks hold most of the 3 percent bonds securing national bank circulation. About 200 million of the 357 million bonds are three percent. they are slated for redemption after the 8 percent bonds expire, threatening bank security and currency supply if circulation falls as bonds are retired.
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Washington
United States
Folger
Ninion
Separtes
Ountey
Jay Gould To Pay 1 4 Million to Stockholders
News from New York dated April 21 reports Jay Gould will pay 1 4 million dollars to Western Union Telegraph stockholders after a lower court decision. The disbursement covers fifteen million in stock dividends and includes arrangements for receiving the January dividend.
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Jay Gould
New York
Mercantile ‘Trust
Aielégraph Company
Bat
Jay Gerip
Sugar Growing Prospects in Florida’s Kissee Valley
Reports suggest the Kissammee Valley in Florida shows sugar growing potential akin to Cuba, with climate suitable for late ripening and soil conditions favorable. Cuban planters are investing, believing Florida could supply U S markets more successfully than Cuba.
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Kissinee
Fleda
Arthur
Secion
Louisiana
Kiseiwmee
Cuba
Sen
Dan Trost
Florida
United States
Milwaukee aims to join New York via Northern Pacific link
The Wisconsin Central plans a through line from Milwaukee to Chicago and Portland through Superior Ashland and a Northern Pacific connection. It will route traffic to New York via Grand Trunk and West Shore, with one management. Aimed to be in operation by August 1.
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Mulwauken
Wis
New
That City
Willard Whate
New York
Portland
Oregon
Superior
Ashland
Wisconsin Central
Milwaukee
Cuicago
West Shore Road
Chicago
The New Postmaster General Assumes Office
The oath of office was administered to Judge Pena and he assumed the post of Postmaster General. The Post Office building rooms were opened to staff and officials informed he could receive them. A reception followed with each bureau chief in attendance before a conference with the Assistant Postmaster General.
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Judee Pena
Abe
Bureana
Dugue Gsiresham
A Paper Jury Awards One Dollar Damages
In a case arising from injuries to Lizzie Ramon, the jury awarded damages totaling one dollar after the plaintiff sought 000 damages for alleged serious harm to health and mental condition caused by an incident involving a child. The verdict reflects minimal compensation despite the claims of substantial damages.
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Lizzieramon
Fleming
R Wittel
Knickerbocker Tea Company Fire Reported in May Maine
A damaged notice describes extensive works and fire at the Knickerbocker Tea Company facility near May, Maine. It mentions eleven great houses affected and ongoing efforts to control the blaze with wind and water.
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Tee Works
Ares Room
Knickerbocker Tee Company
Ng P Terra
Car-load of horses burns en route to Colorado in Maine
A car-load of horses valued at 46 400 burned Monday at Mayview in Lafayette County Maine on the Bangor and Aroostook railroad. Other notes mention a shooting incident in Pine Bluff Arkansas involving Arthur Murray editor of the Press Eagle and A J Wright. litigation by Joseph M Stoddard against the New York Tribune. Rick Liddell released in Alabama. and a death threat tied to the Frank James trial in Missouri.
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Mayview
Lafayette
Pine «Bluff
Ark
Arthur Murray
Press Eagle
A. J. Wright
Joseph M. Stoddard
Wicer
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Philadelphia
New York Tribune
Wanteville
Ala
Rick Liddell
James
Mixiourt
Prettie Mason
Hagerstown
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