Venezuelan fleet seized as arrests spark Caracas tensions
Reports from Caracas say British and German authorities seized four Venezuelan warships in the harbor of La Guaira. Venezuela arrested German and British subjects in Caracas as retaliation, amid U.S. mediation signals and claims of longer disputes with Germany and England.
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Quaracus
Venexuela
Lojy Guash
Washington
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Castro
Venezuela
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England
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State Department
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Iready
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Atty
Robbers Fail to Steal Cash in Pennsylvania Bank Attempt
Unsuccessful robbery at a National Bank in Irwin Pennsylvania ends when thieves blow the safe but flee empty handed after alarms and citizens’ noise awaken, with no money secured. Other items note a Nova Scotia storm, a Fulton Missouri court continuation, thirteen arrests near Sperzia amid oath taking, bread prices rising in London, a drowned private at Merrill Lake, and a Nebraska oil manager found dead with head injuries.
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Rat ‘National Bank
Pertior
Sperzia
Aseusgiante
Victor Emmanuel
London
Ultimatum sent to Venezuelan government on foreign ministers
British minister Haggans and German chargé d affaires von Pilgrim Baltazis left Caracas for La Guayra after submitting ultimatums demanding settlement of claims and interest on loans. The two legations have closed and diplomats traveled with staff to join the ship Retribution and the Vineta. The move surprised the Venezuelan government with no clear time for a response.
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Caracas
la Guayra
Raggam
Britisherniger
Retribution
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Crilacr Vineta
Jopex Barratt
Hemnande
Denmand
Haggans
Grant Duff
Godfrey
von Pilgrim-Taltaxs
le Guayra
Poison Death Shocks Texas Coal Operator in Pittsburg
A. B. Marston, assistant general manager of the Texas Pacific Coal Company of Churcher Texas, died Monday afternoon at the Stillwell Hotel Pittsburg. A coroner's jury and postmortem found death was caused by poison. No signs of personal crisis. he had been in town to recruit miners for Thurber Texas and planned to depart with about forty men that night. A sample of mineral water with two thirds consumed was found in his room and will be analyzed.
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Pittsburg
Kansaya
A. B. Marston
Texas Pacific Coal Company
Frigid Weather Causes Five Deaths in Chicago
A brutal zero degree cold wave hit Chicago on Sunday night into Monday. Five fatalities are attributed to the weather and many destitute residents required relief during the night. Coal shortages worsened as fuel became scarce and costly, affecting both poor and even some better-off residents.
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Marines Return From Drought to Hampton Roads
The U S steamer Panther, commanded by J C Wilson, arrived at Hampton Roads from Colon with 380 men including 34 aboard shipboard hospital care. Two officers among the sick were taken to the Portsmouth hospital and are described as serious cases while the rest receive shore leave to recuperate.
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Newport News
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Hampton Roads
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Portsmouth
Steel Trust's Foe New Independent Steel Giant Emerges
A Pittsburgh report describes the Union Steel Company planning a 75 million dollar reorganization early next year. Bond issue of 25 million dollars plus 50 million in stock. about 13 million in bonds and 33 million in stock expected to be issued now and later. Six percent bonds due in forty years with ten years until first redemption.
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Pitsburg
Sew
Union Steel Company
Actor Johnstone Wise Dies After Kiln Case at Waith Bijou
Philadelphia actor Johnstone Wise, linked to the Waith's Bijou company, died Sunday after a fatal incident at Rimuel on Monday night. The case involves the killing of Kate Hassett and follows nearly a week of tension surrounding the theater.
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Reed, Former Speaker, Dies in Arlington Hotel
Thomas Brackett Reed, longtime leader in public life and former speaker of the U S House, died Sunday morning in his Arlington Hotel apartment after a period of ill health. The immediate cause was uraemia with Bright's disease noted as a contributing factor. death followed a gradual decline after Saturday afternoon. Mrs Reed, Miss Catherine Reed, and doctors from Philadelphia and local staff were at the bedside. Reed remained conscious until late Saturday as kidney function failed.
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Death of Cartoonist Thomas Nast Follows Yellow Fever
Thomas Nast United States consul general dies Sunday after three day illness from yellow fever. He was buried at 6 PM with ceremony and attendance by governor and American colony. Born September 27, 1840 in Landau Gargaria. He began caricature work at age 14 with Frank Leslie.
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Train wreck near Belmont shocks Nova Scotia
A Canadian Pacific Express en route to Montreal plunged from an embankment at Belmont station sixty miles from Halifax. At least six people were killed and about 40 injured as the locomotive postal and baggage cars were wrecked in bitter cold. Six bodies were recovered as rescue efforts continued.
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Eleven Men Rescued From Wrecked Vessel Darlington
The British steamer Darlington saved eleven men from the Norwegian bark Ruth after it drifted helpless for thirty nine days in the Atlantic. The Ruth, en route from Demarora to Greenock, was wrecked by a storm in late October. Provisions ran low and the crew faced starvation before rescue 26 west and 45 north.
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Private telephone lines deemed fixtures in farming county case
Judge Smythe rules private telephone lines including poles and wires are fixtures and form part of the realty in a dispute involving Wapello Telephone Company Louisa and Muscatine County Mutual Telephone Company. The decision, affecting farm lines from residences to walls, could set a broad precedent for farmers and private networks.
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Libel suit sensation as key witness goes missing
Des Moines libel case draws attention when witness L A Gray, linked to Clarkson, fails to appear. Gray had aided affidavits at the center of the matter and pledged to testify, then vanished. Authorities issue a warrant for his arrest as the court weighs the striking disappearance.
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Death by Own Action Under Despondency Found in Barn
Fred Dean of Mapleton was found dead in his barn Wednesday morning. Coroner reports death by own action due to despondency and ill health, the razor near the body in straw. Mother found the scene around 6:00 AM after hogs damaged the beds. Deceased was of good character.
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Walker to Be Freed in Finkelstein Murder Case
Desultory police notes indicate John Walker, a Black suspect, will not face trial for the murder of Isaac Finkelstein. The county attorney regards the case as hopeless and has abandoned efforts to secure convictions, citing lack of viable evidence and prohibitive costs.
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Fire destroys LeGrand drug store building
Fire struck the LeGrand drug store owned by Mrs. Dolson early Thursday, completely destroying the brick structure and threatening adjacent buildings before responders confined the blaze. Damages are estimated at about 10 000 dollars with insurance around half.
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Murder Plotster Halada Convicted in Gallaugher Case
Iowa City jurors find Chaylon Halada guilty of second degree murder in the Gallaugher case. He testified he was hired to kill Isaac Gallaugher and helped arrange the shooting. Mrs. Gallaugher was acquitted but sentenced to prison for related charges.
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Unconscious and Alone Woman Dies in cottage after apoplexy
Mrs Bradford, found near death in her cottage after a stroke, left with little support and few belongings. Neighbors noticed the light on and entered the unlocked home to discover her lifeless body, ending years of poverty and isolation in Waterloo.
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Paasersby
Crushed by Boulder in Mine Accident Claims Young Miner
Fort Dodge dispatch reports David Hit a miner for Canlit Gypsum Plaster Company killed when a boulder fell after an explosion knocked down a support. The incident occurred near the city leaving a widow and four children.
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DIES IN FORT DODGE JAIL
Denala Kinne succumbs to a hand wound as jail conditions and a grim city report surface. The wounded man died after days in custody, with unclear motive and local theories circulating amid a troubled Fort Dodge scene.
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Woman Dies in Poison Plot Near Hon kbie Incident
Reported as a murder at Welag near Hon kbie where a woman aged unknown took poison on Wednesday afternoon. A brakeman named Milled at Nevada Cour Veeern, 23, was reportedly killed in a railway collision while attempting to assist a coupling.
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Senate and House Adjourn in Respect and Statehood Debates
The session opened with prayers and adjourned in memory of Senators Medan and De Graffenfeld while discussing New Mexico and Arizona statehood. Morrison readings and executive actions followed as the Oklahoma and Indian Territory bid for statehood faced procedural delays. The House approved funds for the coal strike commission and mourned two Texas representatives. Congress also dealt with nominations and pending bills amid a busy agenda.
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St Jacobas Oil marketed with numerous cure claims
The text cites widespread endorsements for St Jacobas Oil from doctors and patients across multiple states. It lists named individuals and towns, praising relief from back pain, swelling, and other ailments, with many certificates of successful treatment and rapid return to work.
A Family Jar
A fragmentary exchange shows Mrs Timinino Joln addressing trust and sorrow, with Mr Imins-Tetter Jouk and Mrs Siuttins-Thayy debating who is right. The dialogue hints at personal conflict and belief differences.
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Doan's Kidney Pills End Kidney Pain and Weakness
Testimonial from a Canton resident describing chronic kidney trouble and backache improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He recalls prior doctors' limited relief, notes daytime fatigue and sleep loss, and endorses the remedy after positive results. A free trial offer and universal nationwide distribution are noted.
King Portia and Alexander’s Odd Courtesy Tale
A fragmented note from the New York Sun recalls a scene where Portia the Indian prince is captured by Alexander. Alexander, impressed by Portia’s manliness, appoints him to the Flatiron area as a token of respect, and the two rulers reportedly move toward a more cordial rapport amid playful formalities.
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New York Sun
Fragmentary Quote on Forger and Habitual Checks
A garbled quotation discusses a forger planning actions after prison and whether quitting a habit will work. It mentions a possible replacement of a check by habit and includes names that appear misspelled. The fragment hints at commerce and criminal behavior in a fictional or garbled source.
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Gallfernia Bankera
Perdilan
Fragmentary 19th Century Text Clashes Over Dyeing Methods
A garbled excerpt presents strained dialog and jumbled phrases about dyes and goods. Mentions PUTNAM PACELESS DYES and Captain Hobson, with scattered lines referencing fashion, cooking cereal, and a mock dialogue about managing life.
Nels Hootming Hymn for Cth Gece Al Vine Gip
Fragmentary notes reference Nels Hootming and Heduree with aid, plus Tacoma and Betty. Scattered phrases mention Mane thea fan yet Nips With nm die and Hertatehabin, while terms like capreapmanti appear. Content is garbled but centers on names, locations, and partial events.
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