They Forge To The Front In an Address on Grant Day
A lengthy column quotes a Chinese proverb about equality and notes how Americans from humble origins have reached the White House and led nations. It mentions political moves in Missouri, Root and Cuba, and fiscal data. reports on a New Jersey court ruling on profanity and a Kansas rabbit with a horn. It cites Wall Street wealth, university trustees, and political ambitions of Senator Petigrew.
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Gen. Grant
United States
Ohlier
White House
Fire Inflammation Heals Womanly Ailments Claims
A testimonial extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for women fighting inflammation ulceration and prolapse. Ada Trooks of Kirbyville Missouri credits the remedy with curing chronic illness after doctors failed and bed confinement ended. The ad urges free distribution of Dr. Pierce’s Common Sense Medical Adviser via mail order.
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Ada Trooks
Kirbyville
Taney
Missouri
From Army to Politics General Lee Settles in Richmond
General Fitzhugh Lee and Mrs Lee plan to settle in Richmond after a northern summer. Lee will pursue business and likely remain active in public affairs. Asked about a future candidacy he gave a noncommittal reply, saying politics will be hard to avoid.
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Fitzhush Lee
Richmond
Fitzhugh Lee
Lee
British operations in South Africa and related news
British forces surprised Boer laagers at two Cape Colony points on Thursday night capturing two prisoners and seizing ammunition and supplies. A railroad wreck near Pretoria on June 7 killed pipe cal ofiers and injured many. The London desk reports no confirmation of General Gotha’s conference request with Lord Kitchener. officials say such a move would be rejected if made. Sir Francis Jeune rescinds the divorce decree of the Marchioness of Anglesey on Navy 7 last in a camera hearing.
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South Africa
Cape Colony
Pretoria
Loxnos
British War Office
Gotha
Lord Kitchener
Sannerton
Lexpos
Francis Jeune
High Court of Justice
Anglesy
Navy
Duel resumes as Regis wounded in Paris sword clash
In Paris Parc Des Princes a resumed duel between Max Regis the Algiers mayor and M Berdesque a journalist ended quickly with Regis wounded in the forearm. Seconds questioned the decision to continue and a lively altercation broke out potentially setting up another duel.
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Paris
Janes
Parc Des Princes
Max Regis
Algiers
M. la Berdesque
M. Regis
M. Berdesque
M Regis
Anti Saloon Crusade Spreads to Memphis Campaign
The Memphis temperance movement aligned with the State Anti-Saloon League intends a vigorous campaign against Tennessee liquor traffic. State Organizer Rev. Dr. Petty visits, planning a permanent local organization. The Memph is Pastors' association drives the effort with modest but active involvement.
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Mesenis
Memphis
Tennessee
Dr. Petty
Pastors’ Association of
Temperance Workers of
Panic in Burnng Hotel Fire Hurts Seven in Chicago
Seven people injured escaping a blaze at the Golden West hotel on West Madison Street. Fire began on the second floor, guests leaped from upper windows. victims include hotel proprietor Nicholas Godzon and several others. All expected to recover.
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Chicago
Golden West
West Madison Street
Nicholas Godzon
Jacob Wirth
Rosas McKenna
John McKenna
Albert Weston
William McArbuckle
Iill
Two turf records broken in Derby Oaks show Anglo American dominance
London dispatch reports two turf records shattered by American involvement in the Derby and Oaks. An American jockey broke a record for non-British riders, while Olympian’s Derby run underscored American influence. Volume notes also mention Volodyovski leasing to Whitney and Lady Meux’s public generosity amid racing triumphs.
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London
America
Sporting Times
Mr. Whitney
Mr. Keane
Olympian
Darling
Croker
Henry
Keane
Sloan
Tforse
Whitney
New York
Volodyovski
Lady Melly
Huggins
Edward
Prince of Wales
Childless widow gains fortune by long-lost brother found
Margaret Schoenfelder, a childless widow in a tobacco factory, learns of a long-lost brother William F. Aselton and a $10,000 legacy from her uncle John Curry. A letter to Beaver Falls police leads to contact, confirming family ties and the inheritance. The news brings her great joy.
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Margaret Schoenteacher
Shoenfelder
Beaver Falls
William F. Aselton
W. F. Aselton
Beaver County
Shoved Over Into Canada American Mine Owners Protest
Vancouver June 8 American mine owners in Mount Baker district protested to Canadian authorities after boundary survey showed the line had moved 3840 feet south. Two valuable mines Golden Charm and Golden Star were shaved into Canada. claim jumpers continue, with some rich claims. An appeal wired to Ottawa. no casualties reported in other incidents. One killed and two injured in Missouri Pacific collision at Lane. Overland Limited derailment near Hanna Wy. No injuries.
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Vancouver
B.C
International Boundary Line
Mount Baker
Sinclair
Seattle
New York
Canada
Ottawa
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Fourth-st
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Phone 265
DeWrirr & Co
Sumter County
T. M. Jonen
J. x. Coker
Isinvasion
Court of Ordinary
T. M. Allen
SamTen
H. M. Hird
J. M. Bird
Stmren
Court of Orinary
Sumter
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Legal Board of Sale
Mintrict Samter Co
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B. J. Andrew
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