Injunction Petitions Filed Against Thirteen Saloon Keepers
Sioux City reports Woodbury County Anti Saloon League filed thirteen injunction suits to enforce the Martin law as ministers vow new tactics. The league plans undercover visits and prosecutions against eight liquor dealers. Rev Charles Williams leads the effort with Rev T E Carter newly elected superintendent.
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Sioux City
Woodbury County Ioan League
Charles Williams
Second Presbyterian Church
T. E. Carter
Northwest Iowa
H. C. Marshall
Iowa Anti-Saloon League
Civil unrest erupts at July Fourth celebrations
Report from Dubuque and Webster City describes chaotic brawls during Independence Day events. Four Williams brothers were wounded at a Julian picnic, with one near death and others hospitalized. In Webster City, Dan Wren and his two sons sparked a street fight viewed by thousands, requiring fifty police and dragging rioters to jail amid a frenzied crowd.
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Dubuque
Yack
Jim
Frank
Billie Williams
Julian
Wack
Billie
Mercy Hospital
Jack
Webster City
Dan Wren
George
Wil
Second Street
E Field
P. W. Lee
Iowa Receives War Windfall From Federal Bonds
Des Moines reports a state warrant for 456 417.89 drawn by Secretary Shaw in favor of Iowa to reimburse the state for claims tied to war bonds and warrants. The warrant was endorsed by Governor Cummins and given to the state treasurer, boosting the general fund toward about 1 400 000 with June’s balance just over 964 in the revenue fund.
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Des Moines
Leslie M. Shaw
Treasury
Cummins
Shaw
Iowa
General Revenue Fund
Stamps Step Daughter to Death in Burlington
Mrs Edward s arrested on murder charges in the death of Viola Edwards a 4 year old step daughter Coroner's jury finds the child killed by stamping and trampling by Mrs Edwards in Burlington The suspect is Edward s third wife and the child was adopted by his second wife.
Work Begins on Waverly Cut Near Cedar River
Fort Dodge reports the Chicago Great Western has started the Waverly Oelwein cut off to shorten its Chicago to Omaha line. A steam shovel works on Cedar River bluffs near Waverly. The 27 mile cut off will face engineering difficulties and likely take several months to finish.
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Waverly
Fort Dodge
Chicago Great Western Railroad
Waverly-Oelwein
Chicago
Omaha
Cedar ‘Er
Sumner
Peace and Civil Law Announced Amid Amnesties
President Roosevelt proclaims complete civil control in the Philippine archipelago and general amnesty for insurrection participants except for certain crimes. Secretary Root lauds the Army for actions in Cuba and the Philippines and relieves General Chaffee as military governor.
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Chaffee
Root
Army
Washington
Philippine Archipelago
United States
Cuba
Philippines
President Roosevelts Iowa nominations confirmed
President Roosevelt sent to the senate three Iowa nominees for federal posts H G McMillan of Cedar Rapids for United States attorney northern district J A Sammis of LeMars and H O Weaver of Wapello as collectors southern district all were promptly confirmed The piece ends with an unrelated line about a girl's sad secret.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
H. G. McMillan
Cedar Rapids
United States
Celebration of Natal Day Opens with Read Amnesty Proclamation
Manila July 5 President Roosevelt's amnesty proclamation was read in English and Spanish from a flag draped stand on Luneta after a parade of six thousand Americans and Filipinos. About six hundred prisoners were freed without ceremony, Aguinaldo remained in shelter, exiles on Guam expected to return, Wright and Chaffee reviewed the parade, Crossfield delivered the oration defending American policy.
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Manila
Roosevelt
Luneta
Arthur Ferguson
Taft
Aguinaldo
Guam
Wright
Chaffee
Crossfield
Philippines
Minnesota Republicans renominate Van Sant for governor
The Minnesota Republican convention in St. Paul renominated Samuel R. Van Sant for governor and named almost the entire ticket by acclamation. The platform reaffirms the Philadelphia platform, mourns McKinley, endorses Roosevelt, and calls for his continued leadership to advance prosperity at home and the republic abroad.
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Minnesota
St. Paul
Minn
Samuel R. van Sant
Philadelphia
McKinley
Roosevelt
United States
Woman's harsh words end with claim of being for his good
A remark notes that when a woman vents to a man she typically concludes by insisting the tirade was meant for his benefit.
Russia to Leave Manchuria Restoring Chinese Control
London reports from July 3 state that in the House of Commons Lord Cranborne said Britain protested the Russian collection of dues at New Chwang as negotiations proceed for Russia to evacuate Manchuria. Manchuria is expected to be restored to Chinese control soon.
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London
House of Commons
New Chwang
Manchuria
Foreign Office
Lord Cranborne
Great Britain
Russia
Doings in Congress Leads to Naval Bill Victory
Washington June 30 and July 1 reports describe House and Senate clashes over the Philippine question and annexation Cuba policy. Key actions include passage of the Dick militia bill, the Buffalo exposition appropriation, and a conference on the Philippine civil government bill. Reform measures and naval pay measures are debated as adjournment nears.
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Washington
Senate
Elkins
West Virginia
Cuba
Platt
Connecticut
Hanna
Ohio
United States
Wood
Gga
Schley
Hou
McCall
Massachusetts
House
Pope
American Congress
Congress
Carmack
Tennessee
Spooner
Wisconsin
Texas
MeComas
Maryland
Lodge
Philipp
Philippines
Philippine Committee
Cockrell
Missouri
Frye
San Diego
Cal
Marine
Public Health and
Marine Hospital Service
Omaha
Francis Noah
William Lee Davidson
North Carolina
Foss
Taylor
Meir
Louisiana
Fate of Andre Explores Discovered by Eskimos Report
Rev Dr Ferbes reports from Winnebago that explorers Andre and two companions were attacked by natives after a balloon alighted north of York factory. Old Huskie claims the three were killed during the clash, with the gun misfire blamed on an accident rather than intentional attack.
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Estdmos
Sinense Herald
Winnebago
Ferbes
York Factory
British Territory
Andre
York
Old Huskie
Fort Churchill
Huskie
Ralph Alstine
Hudson Bay Company
Sand
Ferlieg
Ferles
Thirty Brigands Killed at Patili in Monastir Vilayet
A Turkish detachment surrounded a Bulgarian brigand band at Patili in Monastir vilayet. Thirty Bulgarians were killed and the rest captured. Brigandage spreads alarm in Monastir and Turko Bulgarian tensions rise after the removal of a Bulgarian agency flag and coat of arms at Serres. Bulgaria demands satisfaction within three days.
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Constantinople
Patili
Aguinaldo Freed From Guard Observe Courtesy Meeting
July 7 Manila reports the amnesty proclamation on July 4 led to the withdrawal of the American guard from Aguinaldo’s former Manila house. He met General Chaffee with interpreter Lt Kinley, expressed no grievances, and planned a night visit to Cavite Viejo while seeking protection from American authorities. Curiosity lingers over possible vengeance from Luna allies.
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Manila
Aguinaldo
Johnson
Chaffee
Apecral
Filip Revolution
Wm. E. Kinley
Ninth Cavalry
General Chaffee
Cavite Viejo
Cavite
Wright
Luna
Viene Aguinaldo
Auditorium Stock Contest Launch Aims to Raise Building Funds
The Auditorium Stock Contest starts after months of work to finish Omaha area entertainment facilities. A 25 cent ticket yields a common stock share and two free guesses on a New York election and a special prize, with prizes awarded after the draw on the final day.
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Omaha
South
Cornell Bluffs
Auditorium Company
New York
Auditorium Colag Room
A. N
Life
Auditoria
Bam
Rees
First National Basak Omaha
Defiance Starch
Auditorium
Defiance Starch Co
Omaha Auditorium Company
President to push trust regulation bill in next Congress
Washington reports indicate the president intends to press for a comprehensive trust regulation and supervision bill when Congress reconvenes. Attorney General Knox and Representative Littlefield of Maine plan to prepare the measure with presidential backing after further talks this summer. The administration will also discuss the trust issue during upcoming fall travels.
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Washington
Pittsburg
Congress
Knox
Littlefield
Maine
Board of Trade Loses In Tug Over Quotations
Judge John H. Baker refused to grant a preliminary injunction against Indiana brokers over Chicago Board of Trade quotations. He said granting it would injure the defendants’ business and declined to rule on whether the board was a gambling scheme.
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Indianapolis
Ind
John H. Baker
United States District Court
Indiana
Chicago Board of Trade
Baker
Fire devastates Wabash Avenue blocks in Chicago
A large blaze yesterday destroyed buildings at 305 307 309 and 311 313 Wabash Avenue causing losses over 325000. Firefighters narrowly prevented spread to Seigle Cooper Co department store on State Street. Guests at the Auditorium hotel across Wabash Avenue watched in alarm.
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Chicago
Wabash Avenue
Seigle, Cooper & Co
State Street
Auditorium Hotel
One Good Thing About Mt Pelee Defies Major Pond
A brief remark notes Mt Pelee as a topic Major Pond cannot present on the lecture platform, implying a limitation in the speaker’s reach or suitability.
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Mt. Pelee
Major Pond
New Double Track Main Line For Iowa Route Opens
After years of grueling work the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railway Company finishes the western division. The project cuts grades removes curves lays new steel bridges and completes a near new double track main line through Iowa.
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Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railway Company
Iowa
Frigate Bird Allegedly Flies All Week Without Rest
A claim about the frigate bird sustained flight for an entire week is noted as an old maritime note. The statement reflects traditional beliefs about seabirds and endurance rather than a documented scientific finding.
Agents Wanted Free Jewelry Catalogue From Theo C Mott
The notice invites agents to secure a free 40 page catalogue with information and a genuine photograph of jewelry and money making opportunities. It directs inquiries to Theo C Mott at 415 Dearborn Street Chicago Illinois.
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Theo. C. Mott
Dearborn St
Chicago, Il
Prices Surge for Roof Garden Installations
Prices rise as homeowners seek roof gardens with premium plants and features. Contractors report higher material costs and increased demand, while buyers weigh upkeep and insurance implications for elevated green spaces.
Dr Kiine's Great Nerve Restorer Trial Offer
An advertisement touts a permanent cure for fits and nervousness after one day of use. It offers a free trial bottle and a treatise from H Kuiye Ltd based in Philadelphia. The note mentions the ongoing start of the baseball season.
Mall's Catarrh Cure and Cocoa Tea Taxes Mentioned
An old notice notes Mall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy with price details. It discusses cocoa edging tea in England due to taxation with tea at six pence per pound and cocoa at a penny, inviting shifts in beverage use.
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Mall
Price
England
Sleeping car service ties St Paul to Midwest ports
Iowa Central Railway launches sleeping car service from St Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St Louis and Peoria appealing to travelers for quick convenient rides. Local ticket agent Boeq noted for bookings.
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Iowa Central Railway
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Kansas City
St. Louis
Peoria
Boeq
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Philippine Islands
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Elihu Root
Philippine Commission
Philippine Commisson
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