McKinley Inauguration Marked by Glorious Weather
William McKinley of Ohio was inaugurated to a second term as president with Theodore Roosevelt as vice president. The ceremony featured a grand parade, strong naval display, and participation from governors across states, amid a mix of improving skies and lingering rain early in the day.
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Prominent Farmer Whitten Shot Dead in Harris County
Near Whitesville Harris county Alford Whitten a leading farmer was killed by Marshal Hargett at Hargett's house after a dispute over business. Blanton, who rode with Whitten, heard the gunfire as Hargett fired two buckshot volleys then a fatal third shot to Whitten's temple. Whitten a respected planter left a wife and five children, Hargett fled with his gun.
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Not Doing Well Child Heal With Scott Emulsion
For a child not doing well the condition can appear intermittently in many youngsters. Scott’s Emulsion of cod liver oil is described as a food that builds up immediately though effects may take time to show. The ad offers a sample from Scott & Woene at 40 Pratt Street New York.
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Nomination slate for President Mckinley's cabinet announced
March 5 Wasmsatos reports the president sent to the senate nominations including John Hay for secretary of state Lyman J Gage for secretary of the treasury Elihu Root for secretary of war John W Griggs for attorney general Charles Emory Smith for postmaster general John D Long for secretary of the navy Ethan A Hitchcock for secretary of the interior James Wilson for secretary of agriculture The senate confirmed all cabinet picks and a Clayton Bulwer treaty abrogation resolution was introduced with further discussion and executive session.
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Carter H Harrison Nominated for Chicago Mayor Third Term
Carter H Harrison was placed in nomination by the Democratic city convention for Chicago mayor for a third term with no opposition. The platform favored municipal ownership of all public utilities and extension of street railway franchises emerged as a campaign issue amid acclamation and great cheers. A separate item notes Judge Candler ordering R C Tindall jailed for contempt in Macon after defaulting on a $6000 judgment.
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Exposition Plans Stand After Federat Appropriation Setback
Charleston officials say the South Carolina Inter State and West Indian Exposition will not change its core scope despite government funding delays. Washington departments may exhibit, states plan buildings, and most exposition skeletons are complete or paid for despite congressional doubt. Buffalo Show unaffected, as Pan American loan dispute leaves major works on track.
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Emperor visit to England cited as humane gesture
German chancellor says Emperor William's England visit was not political or courtly but humane. It aimed to ease relations and support equal rights for German and British nations. Report notes German worry over Britain policy and Dreibund tensions. includes ad for Dr King’s New Discovery with testimonials from J E Lilly of Hannibal Missouri.
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Woman Implicated in North Carolina Theft Case
A North Carolina case links a woman who claims to be Chauncey Depew’s niece to a trunk theft from Mr. Nissen and wife of Waughtown. The stolen clothing and jewelry were found in her possession. She, an agent for the Santa Fe railroad, was jailed after a telegraph request for money. Depew’s distant reply was reportedly noted at a preliminary trial.
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Poor Widow Attempts Suicide in Atlanta
Mary Gordon a lonely widow of 131 Lovejoy Street swallowed a vial of poison last night to end her life. She was found and taken to Gray Hospital, where she will be kept until recovery. She stated she was tired of life and felt no one would mourn her death.
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Northwestern North Carolina Excited Over Rail Road Rumors
A North Carolina survey party works in Watauga County amid railroad rumors. The Norfolk and Western is the most certain line, with talk of a link toward Ballon mines and a possible 69 mile extension to Chestnut Yard and North Wilkesboro. Interest focuses on shortening Pocahontas coal transport to the Carolinas and potential connections via Laurel and Red River gaps.
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Drunken crime and fire strike Laxta area
A drunken Will Gordon shot his wife and sister in law on McMillan Street near Marietta, then set fire to bedclothes as he fled. Jamie Gordon wounded. Celia Spikes injured. he returned home to find his wife shopping for a hat, fueling his anger. Hillman Hotel in Siannah burned. one guest escaped. Hawkinsville to get rail line, cotton mill, and electric plant within six months.
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American Killed by Russian Count in Ostend Duel
Paris reports John Mac Wilson Durant of New York, living in Paris, killed in an Ostend duel with a Russian count after Durant allegedly wrote letters to the count’s wife. Durant, who used the name Charles Neville Carter, was engaged to a French woman slated to marry March 8. The count was wounded. Durant’s mother has been notified.
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Croker Denounces Alleged Exclusive Interview
Richard Croker blasts a New York paper for an alleged exclusive statement on New York politics. He says he never spoke to editors about the topics and promises to expose the falsehoods, insisting he talks only to the Associated Press with witnesses present. He denies buying land and claims reporters photograph his dogs to mislead readers.
Knights of Columbus Session Reports Strong Finances
Delegates from 25 states, DC, and Quebec gather in New Hayes for a three day session. National secretary Colwell reports 1900 gains, total insurance up, member counts rising, and 539 councils across US and Canada.
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Foreigners in Peking Residence Question Sparks Legation Tension
A Peking dispatch reports Feb 28 discussions among legations over officials to be punished and the fate of foreign residents. Italians keep customs property seized, while other ministers argue no foreigners can live inside the fortifications. If this view spreads, merchants and missionaries may be forced to live outside the gates with Chinese residents. The American stance signals possible compensation or land tenure changes for Chinese subjects.
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Baker Won’t Be Hanged. Murderer Sentenced to Life
The Atlanta case of James L. Baker ends with a life imprisonment after Governor Candler commuted the death sentence on the recommendation of the prison commission. Baker, who killed his wife, faced execution five times as legal appeals stretched out. A fifth respite yesterday spared him, with executive intervention preventing the gallows from final use.
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Electric light and gas the old method holding its own to Germany
A March 2 dispatch from WasmsoTow reports that despite belief electric lighting may replace gas, German production remains strong. US Consul General Guenthur in Frankfort notes gas plants in Germany retain capacity, with five cubic meters of gas per hour. American coal gas and water gas outputs vary, but electric lighting still accounts for a small share of total consumption.
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