Gainsborough Duchess of Devonshire Portrait Returned
A famed Gainsborough portrait valued at about $50,000, stolen from the London gallery in 1876, has reportedly been returned. It arrived in Chicago sealed in a specially made box after a long chase and was praised for its perfect condition. The painting had traveled from England to the United States over the years and was kept in storage vaults.
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Chicago
England
America
Gainsborough
Duchess of Devonshire
Art Gallery of the New Brothers
London
Eng
Joseph Elliott
Elliott
Yes
Hon John R Murphy Plans Short Abroad Trip
The Hon John R Murphy will travel to Europe for a rest after completing his Boston University law examinations this week. He expects a brief stay mainly in London and then a return for the summer, with friends predicting renewed political activity upon his return.
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John R. Murphy
Boston University
Murphy
Woman Arrested in Concord on Assault with a Plan
Ida Annette, alias Jan Myive, was arrested on a charge of assault with intent to kill after an incident at a Concord residence. Police say she attacked property and damaged a glass door with a hammer in a dispute over a claimed loan or recovery of property. The case was presented before the Police Court.
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Concord
N. H
Ida Annette
Jan Myive
Hackett
Nashua River Flood Forces Shutdown of Ruby 2S Be Spon
Rising Nashua River water forced the shutdown of Ruby 2S Be Spon as water levels continued to rise. Officials urged residents to stay clear of affected areas and monitor alerts.
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Nashua
Ship Arrives from Bremen with Passengers and Cargo
North German Lloyd liner from Bremen arrives at port with fifty three cabin passengers and a single press number ship steer is noted. The report confirms the vessel location and disembarkation details for the day in New York.
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New York
Lloyd i
Ule Rhein
Bremen
Cambypooienn officer resigns from First regiment
Adjutant C. H. Lake of Cambypooienn resigns as adjutant of the First regiment amid reorganization.
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Adjutant C
Lake
Les H. Lake
Cambypooienn
Unidentified drowned man found near Long Wharf
A body recovered yesterday morning near Long wharf was taken to North Grove street morgue and remained unidentified by late last night. A North street resident said a Mile band longshoreman, seen hours earlier, may be the man. The unidentified male stood about 6 feet 8 inches tall, weighed 170 pounds, wearing a gray coat a black waistcoat and blue overalls.
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Long Wharf
North Grove Street
North Street
Mile Band
Woman Injured After Fall At Scollay Neck Entrance
Jennie Houston of 10 Acton Street fell at the entrance to Bay at Scollay Neck night. She injured her side, received initial care at City Hospital, and was later returned home.
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Abe Jennie Houstoin
Acton Street
Bay
Scollay
Fall River Strike Threshold Reached With 4000 Workers Idle
Fall River on April 5 reports over 4000 workers idled, the smallest count since the current slowdown began under the new policy. The shutdown marks a notable dip in industrial action as talks continue between management and union leaders.
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Fall River
Beaton Institute figures at Boston club dinner
A Boston Beaton Institute of Technology event lists attendees including A Potte and Paul T. Terry among a group from Beaton Institute of Technology. Other names mentioned are Hebert P. rere Theodore David Low Geremaner and Edward J. Buxton.
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Ingfield Club
Boston
United States
A. Potte Renined
Paul T. Po Terry
Versie
Hebert P. Rere
Theodore ¥. x
David Low
Geremaner
Edward J. Buxton
Beaton Institute of Technology
Water Main Break Disrupts New Bedford Supply
A break in a large zinc cast iron water main on Mt Pleasant Street forces temporary rerouting from Mt Pleasant Station. Crews will work through the night and restore supply from the usual source as soon as possible.
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New Bedford
Mt. Pleasant Street
Meen
Redemption concert at Boston Symphony Hall led by Bauer
Handel Sobana oratorio Redempt ion performed under conductor Bauer at Symphony Hall Boston with an orchestra of sixty players. Soloists included Grace Preston, Glenn All, Gwilym Miles, Ishnell, alongside tenor and alto parts. The program marks a premier in the country’s musical societies.
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Gounod
Ssada Peneer Ok
Fragmented OCR News Item Yields Sparse Details
A partial readable fragment mentions a person and a location but lacks clear events or outcomes. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, preventing a precise summary.
Japan Moves Toward War With Russia Ultimatum Near
London reports Japan plans a second remonstrance to Russia over Manchuria after a high level meeting. Tokyo says hostilities possible as Shin agrees with Li Kun Yi to aid Japan, promising telegraph and transport support. Tientsin notes Russians press for sale of a disputed railway siding.
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London
Russia
Manchuria
Yokohama
Daily Mail
Army
Finance and Foreign Affairs
St. Petersburg
Japan
Pekin
Daily Express
Shin
Li Kun Yi
Nankin
Tientsin
Russia signals peace move on Manchuria and China
Washington reports a Russia to China accord noting disinclination to keep Manchuria by force. Secretary of State Hay and President McKinley welcomed the news, saying Russia would withdraw troops as safety allowed and coordinate with France to ensure a peaceful settlement. Russia is portrayed as seeking harmony while denying plans to fortify Manchuria militarily.
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China
Manghuria
East
Hay
Cownt Cassini
Russia
Manchuria
France
Europe
English Heiress Plans Change in Homeward Voyage
Miss Isola M. V. Douglas Hamilton, a young English heiress living in New York, may alter her departure timetable for London after new developments. She hopes to return home promptly, aided by the St George Society, and vows not to pose as a model again.
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Hamilton
Aes Aoe Ie
Engay
New York
Isola M. V. Douglas-Hamilton
State Department
Bayley
London
Miss Douglas-Hamilton
England
St. George Society
Duke of Hamilton
Douglas-Hamilton
Percy Sanderson
Mystery of a mutilated man found in Ferrisburg Vermont
A mutilated body was found on Lewis Creek bank at the M F Allen farm in Ferrisburg. Officials say death may be accidental though a murder inquiry started. The victim wore cold weather clothing with loose change and a rosary. no knife found. Authorities continue investigations with local officials and health officers.
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Lewis Creek
M. F. Allen
Ferrisburg
Preston
House Votes Down Sunday Sports Bill in Open Session
In a narrow 5 to 98 decision the House defeated a bill allowing Sunday sports arguing it would disturb community peace. Debate touched on theatre openings, women and minors work limits, and measures for Dorchester Heights monument funding.
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Saunders
Boston
Mr. Kinney
Can. Watt
Kinney
Republicen
Rch
Compion
Dorpapas Heights
Senate
Chamberlain
Shaw
Gardner
Kesex
Sullivan
Denat
Buffolk
van Miblsper
Ghat
Mr. Gardner
Rescue of J P Hughes Sparks West End Debate
Report of a late afternoon drowning rescue in Charlottetown where J P Hughes balked at help and a rival rescuer, John M Cotter, claims credit. Officer Barry aided by lowering a rope and ladder to pull Hughes from the river after a long struggle. Eyewitnesses cite multiple versions and debate who merits a medal.
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J. P. Hughes
West End
Hughes
Charlottetown
Charles
Charles River
Allen Street
Barry
Station 3
John M. Cotter
Cotter
West Eail
Reorganization Trustees Outline Plan For New John P. Squire Firm
The John P. Squire & Co. trustees propose a new NJ charter for a restructured firm with the same name, to avoid forced liquidation. The plan covers $7.6 million capitalization, transfer of assets from the assignee, and a 4 percent dividend on preferred stock with common stock set at $6 million.
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John P. Squire & Co
Charles 8. Tuckerman
Horatio G. Curtis
Charles Hathaway
William A. Bullard
Harry L. Burra
John P. Squire & Company
New Jersey
Crystal
Mito
Mrs Joseph Torrey Beads Mother of Provate Daughter
Fragmentary text mentions Mrs Joseph Torrey and a bead or beadwork reference. Nearby, fragments reference Sera North Gambridas and a Quakers appearance. Limited legible details prevent full reconstruction of event or context.
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Joseph Torrey
Hema Fatry
Farvand
Sera
North Gambridas
Avon
Mayor Hart Holds Secret Letter to Posterity
A rumor-charged tale centers on Mayor Hart who reportedly possesses the famous Letter to Posterity. Officials deny visible possession while sources suggest the letter was recovered and may be kept for a yet unknown purpose. A lion statue at the Old State House is implicated in the mystery as the letter’s alleged hiding place.
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State House
City Hall
Hart
Fast
Ier
East
Carl W. Ernst
Peer Pan -Serre
Pion
Corn King George H Phillipe Battles Bears For Higher Prices
Chicago April 6 George H Phillipe nicknamed the corn king leads a battle against market bears. Despite fierce onslaughts corn prices rise to around 421 2 and 48 cents as traders and farmers back Phillipe. His force includes country buyers and Board of Trade supporters while navigational openings and large shipments are expected to bolster his position.
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Chicago
George H. Phillipe
Bears
Phillips
Board of Trade
Eras
Weeiie
Simoes Aay
Dean's Ointment Promises Relief for Delicate Skin
An advertisement claims Dean's Ointment cures eczema and other skin irritations without harm to delicate skin and is available at any drug store. The piece emphasizes gentle relief for children.
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Dean
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