Admiral Dewey for Vice Presidency headline
Arkansan does not believe anyone has a chance to beat him out. He thinks he will be nominated without opposition. Senator Jones says he has no idea of Dewey's intentions or line of action for the Kansas City convention. He notes it is possible a bold effort could be made, but Dewey would need to accept the convention outcome.
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Wasmivearoy
Jones
Democratic National Conunities
Admiral Dewey
Kansas City
BE NO FUSION THIS YEAR IN NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina Republican and Populist leaders fail to reach fusion terms. Senator vetoes, Populist plans collapse, making a Republican victory more likely. Separate tickets are to be nominated by both parties as of April 17.
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North Carolina
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Pritchard
Butler
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Advice and confidential letters shape motherly guidance
A discussion on the value of proper motherly advice for young women notes two obstacles: hesitation to seek counsel and mothers knowing only a little more. It cites Dr. Pierce as receiving thousands of letters from women seeking guidance, all kept strictly confidential, with testimonials not published.
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Ndwourn
Pierce
Mrax
Tenner
Gilmer Co
Tate
Dauith
Regina
British Readies Northward Move In War Push
British commander signals preparations for an aggressive campaign as Boer troops withdraw from Bloemfontein vicinity to Biggarsburg. Reports say no southern raids and that the British aim to move north with about 75,000 troops. Headers note Froneman’s alleged victory and ongoing Boer activity near Reddersburg Rouxville.
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Lospen
Ladysmith
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Biggarsburg
Pretoria
Froneman
Chermside
Reddersburg
Free State
Lee Haters
Cape Town
Lord Roberts
Roberts
Hague
Wilhelm
Rouxville Road
Wepener
Olivier
Telephone Girl in Chicago Dies After Electric Shock
Maud Turnbull, a telepone company employee in Chicago, lies near death after an electric shock at her desk while making a connection. Doctors report persistent twitching and inability to relieve symptoms as she lies in the company offices two weeks after the incident.
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Chicago Exchange
Cmtenco
Chicago Telepone Company
Maud Turnbull
Miss Turnbull
Bold robbery in Chicago shocks saloon on State Street
Six armed men beat barkeeper Henry Schiller into unconsciousness in a State Street saloon then fled with the cash drawer. Police soon pursued suspects and overtook them after an hour, while unrelated items from Atlanta and San Francisco documents appear in the same feed.
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Henry Schiller
State Street
IS NO CHANGE IN STRIKE SITUATION
Atlanta April 17 There is nothing new in the strike situation here. Strikers remain firm per Powell head of the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Southern officials say trains run on schedule while merchants ship by roads not tied to the Southern. Labor groups pledge support as beleaguered freight losses mount and the fight continues.
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Atlanta
Powell
Southern Railway
Southern
Will Meet in Asheville Conductors Plan Strike Talk
Asheville division of the Southern reports trains on time while wire cutting disrupts telegraph lines east of Asheville toward Old Fort and Marshall. Officials fear sympathy strikes at Terrell and Old Fort, with 20 warrants issued and a planned meeting to discuss the situation.
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Old Fort
Western Union
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Blue Ridge
Marshall
Madison County
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Paciaka
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Telegraphers Publish Daily Journal of Labor Edition
The Journal of Labor announces a daily edition titled Southern Railroad Telegraphers Daily Strike Edition under telegraphers management. It will publish under the president and present a parallel view of the telegraphers’ side in Atlanta and beyond. The first edition was issued this morning.
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Journal of Labor
Southern Railroad Telegraphers
Percy
Five Thousand Cigar Makers Strike In New York
By April 17 five thousand cigar workers in New York are out as nine more factories close. The strike widens amid a dull season as manufacturers cut hours to press costs. Other trades report lockouts and partial concessions in a city-wide labor tension.
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New Yonk
Morgan Victory Sparks Deluge of Congratulatory Messages
Following Senator Morgan's decisive victory in the senatorial primaries, letters and telegrams of congratulation pour in from across the nation. Alabama and Georgia supporters lead the flow as allies praise his strong, active career and expect continued political success.
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Morgan
Union
Georgia
Nator Morgan
Shooting in Gainesville Leaves Ex- Cop Wounded
In Gainesville on April 17 Will Evans shot Ed Merck five times at Lathem & Son's meat market doorway. Merck, an ex policeman, was mortally wounded with bullets into the abdomen and a shattered left arm after a prior afternoon clash. He was taken to a hospital for treatment while Evans was jailed.
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Will Evans
Hia
Ed Merck
Gainesville
Lathem & Son
Merck
Evans
Senate passes Livingston resolution authorizing Atlanta prison work
Wasaietos April 17 The senate approved the Livingston resolution consolidating the attorney general funds for Atlanta prison, clearing the way to let the contract for the work. The measure had previously been debated and agreed upon, with no remaining obstacles to proceed.
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Wasaietos
Senate
Livingston
Atlanta
Died at their posts in Southern wreck near Brownsboro
April 17 report from Hostsville and Commenta details a Memphis division freight train derailing after jumping an embankment on a bridge. Engineers and workers were among the casualties and injuries, with rescuers and witnesses describing the chaotic scene and efforts to reach those trapped.
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Hostsvitl
Ala
Memphis
Southern Railway
Brownsboro
Huntsville
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