Rumors Of Filibuster Expedition Reach Cuba
Jacksonville reports circulated that Florida Cubans equipped a filibustering expedition sailing from a Key West area with arms for revolutionaries in Cuba, but verification remains elusive as insurgent moves grow cautious. Havana notes the revolt has likely reached its peak with swift government actions and ongoing rural guards patrols.
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Pinar de Rio
Ban ‘Dera
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Gaines
Palma
General Montalvo
Mendes Capote
Cardenas
Liberal Party
Telegraphic Brevities Note Multiple Local Totals
No new yellow fever cases in New Iberia La. Floods ease railroad blockage toward Los Angeles. Steamer Manchuria worsens on Rabbit Island reef. US life saving service crippled, stations operate at half strength. Mrs Jennie Wold, 38, commits suicide by gas in Minneapolis.
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New Iberia
Los Angeles
Rabbit Island
Pacific
United States
Jennie Wold
Minneapolis
Baseball Scores Across Cities From A Busy Day
In Chicago the score was 4 to 2 for New York over Chicago. Pittsburg defeated Brooklyn 8 to 7 in ten innings. Boston beat Detroit 5 to 2. Philadelphia and St Louis tied 1 to 1 through seven innings before rain. Washington lost 0 to 2 to Cleveland, with Washington 2, Cleveland 1 in ten innings. Minneapolis fell to Columbus 4 to 6. Milwaukee beat Louisville 4 to 3. Kansas City won over Indianapolis 4 to 2. St Paul edged Toledo 6 to 5 in twelve innings.
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New York
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Philadelphia
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Washington
Cleveland
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Columbus
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Kansas City
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Toledo
Market Quotations from Minneapolis Weathered Wheat Prices
Market quotations show Minneapolis wheat on August 21 with Sept at 71 7/8 cents, Dec at 73 3/4, May at 74 1/4. On track notes list No. 1 hard at 77 3/4, No. 1 Northern at 76 1/2, No. 2 Northern at 74 1/2, No. 3 Northern at 72 3/4 to 3 1/4 cents.
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Minneapolis
Wheat and flax futures shown on track with quotes
Wheat futures remain on track with No. 1 Northern at 77 3/4 cents and No. 2 Northern at 75 1/2 cents. Sept at 73 1/2 cents, Dec at 73 3/4 cents, May at 78 1/4 cents. Flax futures steady with Sept at 1.17 dollars and Oct at 1.11 dollars.
Cattle and Hogs Prices Mixed at St Paul Market
St Paul markets report cattle ranges from good to choice steers $4.50 to $5.50 and cows $3.50 to $4.50, veal $4.00 to $6.50. Hogs bring $5.85 to $6.35, sheep and lambs show wethers $4.00 to $6.00 and good to prime spring lambs $6.25 to $7.60.
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St. Paul
Grain and Dairy Prices Listed for Chicago Markets
Chicago markets show Wheat Sept at T1%c and Cain Sept 48%c with Dec 44%c. Oats Sept 20%c and Dec. Flax quiet. Butter Creameries 19 22%4c, dairies 17 2v0c, meats 14 1l6c. Poultry Turkeys 11 0c, chickens 13c.
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Chicago
Cain
Sant
Chicago live stock prices listed for Cattle and Hogs
Chicago markets report prices for cattle and hogs with detailed classes and bid ranges. Cattle show values for beef animals cows and helfers stockers and feeders Texans Westerns calves while hog categories include mixed and butchers heavy rough heavy light and pigs. Lambs and sheep prices are also noted.
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Chicago
Earthquake Devastation Hits Valparaiso Peru Losses Soar
Aug 16 quake in Valparaiso causes widespread destruction across the province of Aconcagua. Estimates place death toll near 3,000 and property losses above 100 million dollars. Fires, looting, and martial police control follow as authorities mobilize relief.
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Valparaiso
Victoria Theater
Naval Club
National Theater
Club de Senlembre
Fight Over Resolutions in Democratic Convention
In Columbus Ohio the Democratic resolutions committee wrestled with the platform draft for hours. The proposed plank endorsed Bryan and reform measures while reaffirming party principles. Finley demanded explicit temperance language reflecting Pattison and warned of a convention fight if unmet. Mayor Tom L. Johnson's defeat in the state central committee also drew attention.
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Columbus
Resolutions Committee
Bryan
W. L. Finley
State Committee
Pattison
Committee On Resolutions
Tom L. Johnson
State Central Committee
Johnson Pushes 10 Percent Grain Rate Cut Across Minnesota
Governor Johnson compels railroad firms to cut grain rates about ten percent for shipments over fifty miles from terminals. The railroads concede, aiming to assist farmers before the new crop, while merchants fight the move and the commission contemplates broader scrutiny of merchandise rates.
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James Manahan
Hastings Shippers
A. B. Stickney
Great Western
Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Minnesota
Joan A. Johnson
Governor Johnson Talks on Railroad Rates and Government Control
The speech on February 18, 1906, before Minnesota readers, Governor Johnson denounces inflated rail and warehouse charges and discrimination. He cites historical votes, calls for rate regulation, and advocates government ownership if needed. He argues rates exceed Canada and Iowa, demands toll relief, and urges a 2 cent passenger fare and burden of proof on carriers.
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State Municipal League
St. Paul
Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Minnesota
Canada
Iowa
State Railroad Commission
Lowa
Missota
Traff
Railroad Commission
Albert Lea
Northwestern
Johnson
Woman Fatally Shoots Lover Then Commits Suicide
In Sioux City Iowa on August 22 Babe Smith was shot by her lover Frank Smith also known as Fred Scousy in her room. He then shot himself and died at once. The man had been a rubber in a local bathhouse.
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Babe” Smith
Frank Smith
Fred Scousy
Smith
Bryan visit in Chicago plans big political banquet
Chicago August 232 arrangements for William Jennings Bryan's early next month include a reception and luncheon at the Iroquois club and a banquet at the Jefferson club. The committee aims to make the banquet a significant political event.
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Chicago
William Jennings Bryan
Iroquois Club
Jefferson Club
Photographer Exhibits Man with Hair Curled for Photo
In a gallery window a photographer displays a photo of a young man with curled hair. An inscription reads that the subject styled his hair for the portrait but cannot pay for the curls.
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Catting
Call for Statewide Study To Set Fair Freight Rates
A speaker urges a joint legislative committee to investigate transportation charges within the state. The aim is to establish by law a maximum tariff that reflects reasonable returns, stops unjust discrimination, and protects shippers while not harming carriers.
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Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Cyclone Rips Jackson Area. Factories Damaged
A fierce short lived cyclone hit eastern Jackson on Tuesday afternoon. The storm nearly demolished the Jackson body works and damaged the John Hutchinson Manufacturing plant and the National Wheel company. Many structures were unroofed and numerous trees were uprooted. about 100 workers escaped with their lives.
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Jackson
Mich
Jackson Body Works
John Hutchinson Manufacturing Company
National Wheel Company
Seven Workmen Killed in Mexican Rock Quarry
News wires report seven workmen killed in a large rock quarry operated by the National Railroad at Salome Botallo near Laredo Texas. Details from Salome Botallo have not yet reached this city. The incident occurred Monday as rescue and investigation efforts begin.
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Laredo
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Salome Botallo
Mex
National Railroad
Fragmentary Rail and City Transit Schedule Snippet
A partial OCR of a transit timetable lists multiple city names and times. Locations include Minneapolis St Paul Mason City Albert Lea Madison Chicago and other towns with vague hours like 7 56 p and 6 40 pm.
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Penienne
Roy
Paul & Minteap
Minnesine
Minneapol
Calmar
Champ
Reneo
Ida
Mason
City Artanly
St. L. Mason
West
Albert Lea
Jacks
Lint Lea
Sees
Madison
O.W. Snekell
Lemon Tart Advice Sparks Witty Exchange
A Chicago News cartoon caption quotes a female reader asking how to make a lemon tart. The snakes editor retorts that if the lemon isn’t tart to begin with she should consign it to the dump and let it go.
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Chicago News
Crabbe's Tales Sought in Store. Fish on Ground Floor
A woman asked in the book department of a large modern store for Crabbe's Tales and was told that fish and provisions were located on the ground floor. The incident appeared in the Boston Herald.
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Boston Herald
A Deadly Weapon Exchange Quote Roils Seas of Fate
A nostalgic line from Exchange laments danger from a gentle handkerchief toiled with lace. It evokes how a small, delicate object has led many men to peril, more than the fearsome sea itself. The remark underscores the peril of unseen dangers.
Reprove thy friend privately commend him publicly
The quote from Solon admonishes private correction followed by public praise. It emphasizes discretion in critiquing a friend, promoting harmony and virtue. The ancient maxim highlights balance between honesty and respect in interpersonal conduct.
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Solon
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