Virginia Votes on Constitutional Convention for Negro Disfranchisement
Virginia voters approve calling a constitutional convention aimed at disenfranchising Black citizens. The result follows a Democratic party line from the Norfolk state convention, with white Republicans disorganized and Black voters largely abstaining. Virginia, more populous and industrial, stands as the pivotal state in the national fight over disfranchisement.
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Results of Yesterday's National League Games
Brooklynites beat the Chicago team 1 0 with darkness ending play after five innings. Philadelphia edged Lace 8 to 9 with rain ending play before the fifth. Boston defeated St Louis 17 to 16 in a high scoring affair. New York and Cincinnati game postponed due to rain.
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Tarred and Feathered in New Jersey Crime Vigilante Action
Biigeport reports a man identified as Smith Alford was abducted by masked men from his home in New Jersey. They restrained him on the river bank and tarred and feathered him in revenge for his alleged involvement in his wife's death through brutality and suspected poisoning. The mob shouted intent to hang him but released him after threats.
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Hood's Sarsaparilla Claims Proven by Thousands of Facts
The advertisement asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla cures diseases caused by impure blood and promotes health with thousands of factual claims. It also promotes Hood's Pills as remedies for digestion and nausea, claiming superior merit and value.
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Coal Price Notice From T.H. Becker and W.H. Campbell Co
Local ads announce coal pricing effective June 1 with spot cash rates at 3.25 per ton and 1.75 per half ton and payment terms offering 3.50 per ton and 1.90 per half ton. Also advertise ice flour feed and produce delivery with courteous signoff from T. H. Becker and W. H. Campbell & Co.
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Cure Cold in Head Promoted by FKermott's Chocolates
An advertisement touts FKermott's Chocolates as a laxative quinine remedy for a cold in the head and sore throat. The copy extols easy consumption and quick relief.
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Vice Presidency Still Unsettled in Presidential Boom
Washington says the Dolliver boom contenders for vice president grow alongside Fairbanks and Lovg as possible McKinley running mates. Republicans in Congress weigh Dolliver, Lovg, Fairbanks, and Tripp while doubts remain about their chances and the gold Democrat dynamic.
Cuban Elections In Havana Three Parties Vie For Power
Havana reports municipal elections across Cuba with three parties the Republican National and Conservative Democrats contesting cities towns and districts. Leaders include Juan Gualberto Gomez and Perfecto Lacoste for Nationalists while Conservatives lack a formal figurehead. All favor independence with varying stances on American influence and a Cuban protectorate. Results pending as the race remains close.
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Foreign guards arrive in Pekin during dragon festival
Pekin reports 349 foreign guards arriving amid the dragon festival. Streets are crowded and residents show interest without hostility. The guards calm local tensions, drive away some refugees, while Boxers move outward and no leaders have been arrested.
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Bismark's Iron Nerve Health Pill Advertisement
This old health ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a cure to restore energy and nerve strength. It claims they improve digestion and overall vigor, promoting brain and body power with a price of 25 cents at drug stores.
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Foreigners attacked near Tien Tein pier by armed force
French consulate reports that thirty foreigners including six women and a child attempted to escape to Tien Tein ta recounts four killed and four wounded with remaining unknown. Attacker force armed with rifles and spears overwhelmed the party as ammunition ran low. Local advertisements for beer and cigars accompany the brief notice.
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Water rents due with demand for immediate payment
Notice warns all water rents are to be paid at once or water service will be cut off without further notice. Includes signatures Supt H Hill and references to local enforcement actions.
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French Advance to Transvaal Capital Sparks Pretoria Tension
French forces march toward the Transvaal capital amid strong defense by Botha troops. At the depot scene, tears flowed as President Kruger, Secretary Reitz, and other federal leaders departed for Middelburg on Tuesday night.
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Fighting at Douglas reported near Pretoria front
Cape Town dispatch says General French marches toward Pretoria from Barkbeestefontein as General Botha defends entrenched positions. Boer forces around Pretoria, with ten thousand converging on Brookhurst, oppose pursuit while British garrison at Father Spruit near Douglas holds against a sharp rebel assault.
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AFFECTING SCENE AT DEPOT AS KRUGER TRAIN LOADED
Kruger and officials left Pretoria toward Middleburg amid a somber farewell as crowds wept. Twenty British officers prisoners were sent to Waterval Station to help keep order among excited troops, while Burghers guarded city approaches.
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Colossal Russian Aid Seen at Taku Draws European Pact Talk
A Vienna dispatch says great powers discuss China as Russia's Taku performance stands out. A triple alliance in Europe is suggested to safeguard shared interests amid rising tensions.
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