British Capture Bida Ends Long Dispute in Africa
Sir George Goldie commands the Royal Niger Company expedition against the Emir of Nupe at Bida. The palace is reported captured and all expedition members are safe, with one British officer killed. The action likely expands British territory and ends a long standing feud over slave raids under company protection.
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John Bull Adis
Africa
Loxpox
George Goldie
Royal Niger Company
Nupo
Bida
Thompson
Leicestershire Regiment
Great Britain
Nupe
Niger Company
Alarea
Lord Scarborough
Napo
Sokalo
Two Divorce Suits Filed in Atlanta Superior Court
In Atlanta on February 10 two divorce petitions were filed in the superior court. Mr Arnold accuses his wife Lida H Arnold formerly Lida H Pope of infidelity while Mrs Arnold charges him with conspiracy. She says he had her confess under threat of a pistol and seeks property retention. The items resemble sensational personal accusations.
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Atlanta
Arnold
Lida H. Arnold
Lida H. Pope
Professor Pope
Pike County
Kentucky
Dr Ball's Cough Syrup Endorsed by Jas Hadfield
An advertisement endorses Dr Ball's Cough Syrup as an excellent remedy for coughs colds and hoarseness. Jas Hadfield of 350 West Street New York City verifies the claim and recommends the product with pleasure.
Vote Count at Capitol Confirms McKinley Victory
In joint session at the Capitol the two houses counted the electoral votes. Vice President Stevenson proclaimed McKinley as president and Hobart as vice president. The diplomatic gallery was sparse while spectators filled the house galleries awaiting the formal result.
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Wasutxatoy
Capitol
Houses of Congress
House of Representatives
Stevenson
William McKinley
Garret A. Hobart
Diplomatic Corps
Reed
Conden
Dingley
Committee On
House
Viscount Santo-Thurao
Y. Tsu
Legation
Charleston
S. C
Senate
Steyvenson
Readh
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Blackburn
Kentucky
Growvenor
Ohio
Richardson
Tennessee
Blackbarr
Lodge
Flying Machine Claim Advances Aerial Navigation
Californians Sam Francisco Leonard E. Clawson and Adam Beck seek patents for a four rod winged airship with paired wings and a para chute in failure. They estimate machines could cost 100000 each and work on ball bearing rollers. Levy expected to receive Navy portfolio amid cabinet speculation around Mr Long.
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Sam Francisco
Leonard E. Clawson
Adam Beck
Dallas County grand jury accuses school official corruption
The Dallas County grand jury reports widespread irregularities in the county superintendent of education office. It notes missing vouchers, similar handwriting on many documents, and teachers pressured by township trustees to split salaries. It cites misused funds and improper bank salaries, plus a demand for proper burial of unburied bodies.
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Grand Jury
Dallas County
Als
Serna
Ala
Cees
Murdered While Hunting Shocks Polk County NC
Bob Clayton prominent Polk County farmer was found murdered near Green River after setting out on a coon hunt with his dog and ax. His body showed a severed neck and ax injuries amid neighbor disputes linked to recent threats. Deputies fear lynching amid high local tension as legislators tackle new bills.
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North Carolina
Bob Clayton
Polk County
N. C
Green River
Clayton
Governor Johnston Vetoes War Appropriation Will
Governor Johnston vetoed a Will seeking about $3,000 for Judge A A Coleman of Birmingham for duties connected to postwar duties. The measure, tied to federal authority, faced opposition and was rejected by the assembly after a brief vote.
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Vetand Dy Canernnr Johnston
Moxtoomeny
Ala
Johnston
A. A. Coleman
Birmingham
House
Senate
Best Managed Municipality in Glasgow Scotland
Promotes Glasgow as a model city with self contained lighting water and telegraph systems plus baths parks and galleries. Claims urban income over 10 million and low citizen taxes while noting population growth and strong education facilities. Encourages buying wholesale groceries from E. D. Ansley The Grocer for cost savings.
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Glasgow Scotland
Albert Bhaw
United Kingdom
Glascow School of Arts
Americus
E. D. Ansley
Safe blown open at Clearfield post office theft
Thief blew open a night safe at the Clearfield post office stealing $1000 in stamps and $200 in cash. Entry was made through the top of the safe with the door damaged. Tracing dogs found the rear pane broken, but no clues remain.
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Pas
Clearfield
Honesaa
Damollabet
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