Peace in South Africa ends long Boer War
All England celebrates as terms of surrender are announced. King Edward, Lord Milner, and British representatives sign peace with the Boers. Independence is denied, self government granted, and vast farm stock provisions set. London and other cities ring with cheers as the House of Commons and public salute the ceasefire.
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London
England
Kitchener
South Africa
Chamberlain Party
Liberal Star
Kruger
War Office
Pretoria
Lord Milner
Edward
Lord Balfour
House of Commons
Kitchen
Harnest
St. James Palace
Cape Colony
Palma's Sons Sail from Havana to New York
Jose and Tomas Palma, sons of President Palma, sail from Havana aboard the Monte to New York. They are accompanied by David Orwell of Central Valley, guest of President Palma. Jose returns to attend Columbia Law School, Nas attends Newberg, and the group plans to return during vacation. President Palma and officials bid them farewell with warm embraces.
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Havana
Jose and
Tomas
Palma
L Sons
New York
Monte
David Orwell
Central Valley
Palma Jose
Columbia Law School
Nas
Newberg
Boxer Uprising Reported Amid Chinese Turmoil
Advices via the steamer Clay ering describe a renewed Boxer rebellion in Southwest China led by Go Chig Hing. Reports say Boxers killed missionaries and officials, destroyed a church, and defeated troops while threatening Pekin. observers caution on civil order and Tientsin restoration.
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Victoria
B. C
Clayering
Pekin
Southwest Chili
Go Chig Hing
Wei-Hein
Honan
Shantung
Japan Mail
Kuhuh-hien
Chi li
Tientsin
China
Chin-tang
Prestige of Our Men in Congress
Washington reports that West Virginia’s “solid four” are hoped to return to the Fifty-eighth congress enhancing their prestige. Senator Elkins backs a reading matter bill for the blind, and depredations on rural mail boxes prompt a new law with district attorney referrals. Gaines Hughes seek rural route inspectors, while McCleary’s banking bill faces opposition from large banks despite WV Bankers Association support.
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Washington
House
West Virginia
Congress
Elkins
United States
Gaines
Hughes
Post Office Department
West Virginia Bankers’ Association
McCleary
Drowning Man Finds Relief in Kodol Digestive Aid
Geo. H. Marsh of Nocona Texas recalls suffering from dyspepsia for years and failing with pepsin medicines. He credits Kodol with immediate improvement and eventual cure after trying it as the only preparation that digests all foods. Sold by J. L. Crockett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
Marsh
Nocona
Texas
J. L. Crockett
Opium and whiskey habits book offer
Advertisement seeks to distribute a medical book on opium and whiskey addictions to every reader. It invites interested individuals in the United States to address B. M. Wooley in Atlanta Georgia box 387 to receive a free copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
B. M. Wooley
Atlanta, Ga
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Summer Relief
Advert says a few doses of One Minute Cough Cure will ease coughs colds croup grip bronchitis and throat lung troubles. Claims safe fast acting and suitable for children with a testimonial from J H Bowles of Groverton NC praising its speed and safety.
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J. H Bowles
Groverton
N. C
Foley's Honey and Tar Praised For Lung Ailments
A. A. Herren of Finch Arkansas writes that Foley's Honey and Tar is the best remedy for coughs colds and lung trouble. He claims it has cured consumption in the early stages and asserts no one who uses it is dissatisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Herren
Finch, Ark
Foley
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Quick Skin Relief
An old newspaper ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a universal healer for itching eczema scrofula scald head and skin diseases. It claims fast cures for ulcers fever sores salt rheum cuts burns and bruises and lists 25 cents at drug stores.
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Bucklen
Earth
DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Endorsed by Reader
Alfred Heinze of Quincy Illinois writes that DeWitt’s Little Early Risers relieve constipation and torpid liver. He endorses them as safe pills that never gripe or distress.
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DeWitt
Alfred Heinze
Quincy
Experiment in Sedition in North Adams Press Clash
Edward F. O'Brien formerly of North Adams now editor of the Manila Freedom sends copies of his paper with a letter to local papers. The letter discusses suits against O'Brien Fred L. Dorr and A R Dorr for sedition and libel under Philippine law. It argues American editors could face similar repression.
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North Adams
Mass
Edward F. O'Brien
This Town
Manila
Edward O’ Brien
Fred L. Dorr
A. R. Dorr
Philippine Civil Commission
America
O’brien
Press of
New England
Hearst
Bennett
Putlitzer
Bowles
J. M. Cigar Is Guaranteed Try One
A brief note invites readers to sample the J. M. cigar with a guarantee of satisfaction, encouraging a trial by patrons.
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J. M
Foley's Kidney Cure Sold for Travel Sufferers
A Lima Ohio locomotive engineer says constant engine vibration caused kidney trouble and Foley's Kidney Cure provided relief. The ad promotes the medicine as strengthening the kidneys and curing kidney and bladder diseases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Geo. H. Hanson
Lima
Ohio
Mother Jones at Keystone Appeals Miners to Strike
Mother Jones spoke at Keystone Sunday night urging miners to quit work on the next Saturday. She denounced the operators as thieves and warned that many would be killed if violence occurred, claiming preachers were in league with the operators. The crowd was large and enthusiastic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Jones
Keystone
Engineers and Firemen Plan Boycott of Soft Coal
New York June 2 The Association of Engineers and the Firemen's Executive Union said they will help striking coal miners by refusing to handle soft coal in the city. If carried out it could force factory closings as anthracite remains scarce. The unions plan meetings to act. Delegates denounced coal road presidents for blocking arbitration and urged Pennsylvania not to deploy armed forces to the anthracite regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Association of Engineers
Firemen’s Executive Union
Central Federated Union
Ryan
Pennsylvania
Tie-Up Completed in Anthracite Coal Regions
Wilkesbarre Pa June 2 President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers announced the anthracite tie-up is absolute. He said lieutenants confirm all collieries closed and miners aim for peace while pump men firemen engineers and fanmen also quit work across the region.
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Wilkesbarre
Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Baseball score at New York New York game report
In New York New York the ball field saw Philadelphia win 6 runs on 12 hits with 1 error while New York New York had 1 run on 11 hits with 5 errors. Dunn and Yaeger pitched for the winners with Iberg and Doomn behind them. Um pires, Emilie and Cantillon were mentioned in the excerpt along with an ad for J. M. Cigar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York-New York
Philadelphia
Dunn
Yaeger
Iberg
Doomn
Emilie and
Cantillon
Foley's Kidney Cure Claims Severe Health Benefits
The remedy is described as based on a prescription from a leading Chicago physician, one of the country’s most eminent. It emphasizes pure ingredients money can buy, scientifically combined to maximize value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Fire devastates ten hotels at Rockaway Beach
The report notes a fire destroying ten hotels at Rockaway Beach with four deaths. It mentions Pittsburg oil prospectors seeking options in Hampshire county West Virginia and other national political and economic items including senate votes on Philippines governance and canal measures.
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Rockaway Beach
Pittsburg
Hampshire County
W. Va
J M Cigar Club Hosts Quiet Evening Tasting
The J M Cigar club held a small gathering featuring diverse blends. Members sampled several premium cigars, discussed aging notes, and shared thoughts on future tastings at the lounge.
For Sale Cheap 1000 lb Iron Safe
Auction note: 1000 lb iron safe offered by Bluefield Safe Co. Box 711, city. Good as new. Safe is described as in excellent condition and available for purchase.
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Bluefield Safe Co
City
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Aids Longstanding Sores
A testimonial claims DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cures a running leg sore of thirty years and other skin ailments including piles. The ad warns against counterfeits and asserts the product cures such conditions and prevents complications from neglected wounds.
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DeWitt
H. ©. Hardy
Yankeetown
Ind
NEW CITY COUNCIL HOLDS FIRST MEETING AND APPOINTMENTS
The new city council met yesterday and again at 8 pm. John B Burnett was elected chief of police and 8 R Linkenhaker city sergeant. G M Calloway and Calvin Houchins were elected policemen. Committees were named across Streets Finance Fire Police Public buildings and grounds Water Laws Railroads Cemeteries. Salaries for officers kept at last year's levels. Election of street commissioner assessor city attorney janitor and scavenger deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
G. M. Calloway
Calvin Houchins
Streets
Bond
Kelly
Whitworth
Updyke
Monroe
Hawley
Mann
The Successful Candidates Named In Primary
The result of Saturdays primary cannot be detailed due to incomplete vote totals. Nominees include County Clerk E. W. Freeman Circuit Clerk W. B. Honaker House of Delegates Thomas Reed and D. P. Crockett Commissioner of the County Court Davis Thorn Superintendent of Free Schools J. H. Gadd Assessor District No. 2 J. W. Reed. Returns will be printed in tabulated form once complete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Freeman
W. B. Honaker
House of Delegates
Thomas Reed
D. P. Crockett
Davis Thorn
J. H. Gadd
J. W. Reed
Two Children Killed by Train Near Ridgeway
Roanoke officials report two Burchel children, Hattie and Thomas, were struck by an oncoming Roanoke and Southern train near Ridgeway as they crossed the tracks. The three year old boy died instantly and his five year old sister, who tried to save him, died soon after.
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Roanoke
Roanoke and Southern
Ridgeway
Hattie
Thomas Burchel
The J M Cigar Delights Smokers Across Town
The J M Cigar remains a favorite among smokers, praised for steady quality and broad appeal. Its consistent flavor and reliable burn make it a popular choice at local shops and lounges.
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Chamberlain
J. M.’’ Cigars
New England Press
Tabooed
Mother Jones
Crystal Bottling Co
Graham, VA
Mitchell Transparent Ice Co
Senate
Philippines
Hoar
Beveridge
Angelo Heilprin
Mount Pelee
Martinique
John B. Pennington
Delaware
Botkin
Dover
Drawyers
Del
Germany
Wall Street
J. P. Morgan
House of Representatives
Bluefield
Barney M. Cohen
Liquor Pealer
J. Baker’s Saloon
Bueheld Ave
NEW City Council
Southern Railway
R. E. Shirey & CO
Graham, Virginia
White
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