Zion City head ousts Dowie ally amid church power struggle
In Zion City Illinois a faction led by Overseer Voliva seized control from John Alexander Dowie's leadership. Dowie was suspended from office and membership over polygamy teaching and mismanagement. Grainger acted as interim head, then Voliva took over all property and operations as creditors press for stability.
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New York life and mutual insurers face merger bill
A bill proposed by a legislative committee aims to restructure several New York life and mutual insurers including New York Life, Mutual Life of New York, and Security Mutual of Binghamton. The measure, signed amid sharp criticism, seeks a combined framework under new corporate rules without altering overall insurance magnitude.
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Trial Reenacts Death of Oliver in Courtroom Scene
The Dependent Remey case is retold as Oliver’s death is reenacted in the courtroom. Edward Horghy outlines defense plans, Thomney testifies about meeting Oliver near Browning, and the night session covers events leading to the Dearborn incident before adjournment.
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Dahomy's Former King Will Reside in Algeria
Port de France Martinique report states Behanzin, last king of Dahomey, who was exiled to Martinique after French subjugation in 1894, sailed aboard a steamer to Boeaux and will reside in Plidah at elevated location. his son is linked to the Mt Pele eruption of 1902.
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Martinique
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Bas Saile
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Une
Plidah
I Ateleva
Tie
Mi. Pelee
Overcrowding Street Cars Halt City Prosecution
Chicago officials face a limitless crowding problem as Judge Mack enjoins the city from prosecuting street car companies under the ordinance. Five hundred suits were already filed and more were pending, amid ongoing debates on transit crowding and safety.
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Tidge Mack
Mack
Fortune smiles on two yet they're unfortunate
In Tonopah Nevada on May 2 Mark aid Claude A Page ages 21 and 19, both deaf and dumb, found a rink gold mine at Golden Arrow 25 miles east of town, and all sold it for a good figure.
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Ohio Coal Mine Operators Face Wage Demand Standstill
Voldinbus Ohio April 2 The Ohio coal operators resist advancing wages while miners threaten a prolonged strike. The Ohio Workers Organization opposes contracts with operators paying the M3 scale. Executive board guidance and President Green’s stance will shape actions, and a minority have shown willingness to sign if terms align with the union’s aims.
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Results of City Elections in Montana State Apr 1904
Montanans vote in a city election with Democrats winning key posts including mayor in several cities. Widespread turnout yielded party gains, with Democrats taking mayoral and council seats in Helena and Kalispell while other towns report mixed outcomes and debate over gambling and municipal reforms. Local races show a mix of socialist and independent candidates influencing city administrations.
Czar's Easter Offering to Open Prison Doors
A distorted report describes an Easter offer by a czar aiming to release prisoners. The text references leaders and officials, noting public confusion and calls for clemency. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Licensed to Wed in One County
An ancient notice reports a wedding license issued in Park County. Rev Teynwatil advised the couple and the clergyman prepared for the service. The license was returned to Mr. Coss after the ceremony planning in the community parsonage with local clergy.
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Notorious Black Hands Plot in Seville Holy Week Eye
Frontier dispatch reports Syruish authorities uncovered an anarchist plot linked to Alfonsu and the dowager Christina in Seville during Holy Week. Censorship blocks details of the syndicate and intended attacks as officials pursue suspects.
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Seville
New York Red Cross Raises Aid for Japanese Famine Relief
The New York Red Cross plans broad aid for famine victims in Japan as severe conditions hit northern provinces. A Japanese famine relief committee met to discuss swift shipping of relief via Pacific routes and rail connections to coastal ports for vessel transport.
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Chicago Mayoral Race Faces Municipal Ownership Vote
Chicago voters head to the polls with three proposed measures on municipal ownership of the street railway system and a licensing question. Leaders claim strong support for ownership, while opponents predict mixed results. Propositions include owning and operating all street railways, funding buyouts of existing companies, and prohibiting private franchise grants. license taxes may rise from 500 to 1000 dollars.
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Parliament considers Porto Rico citizenship bill
Representative Cooper of Wisconsin introduced a bill granting United States citizenship to the people of Porto Rico. It was reported that Crocker and Motney would advocate its passage, while the House approved the labor bill with the governor's signature already assured, and the department store story noted mandatory chair provisions for employees.
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Troubles of Porter Family Finally Out of the Courts
Fergus county reports the Porter family court case concluding with a divorce proceeding. The judge overruled a demurrer, a default entered for the defendant, and a remedy awarded including $1,250 in alimony and fees as final settlement. The matter, long sensational locally, involved the marriage of May 8 and related disputes.
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