Army and Navy oppose large coastal mortar program
Washington reports mounting efforts by defense interests to fund a vast mortar system for coast fortifications. Critics say 240 mortars, each costing about 1.5 million, would be wasteful and ineffective against ships, even as military leaders and Washington weigh halting the program amid political pressure. President McKinley plans to stop further construction.
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National Guard reform hopes fade in Congress
The National Guard faces delayed action as Congress debates military reforms. Proposals for state troop organization stalled by last session changes. Observers warn progress may not occur until ahead of next session, leaving modernization uncertain.
Lions and Bejarra Stop Lions Near Santa Madera Cal
In Santa Madera California a legendary cattleman Mire Bejarra of San Mateo’s ranch roped and finished two wild lions with a trained pony while a rival hunter prepared to shoot. Bejarra restrained the gunner, saving the lions’ sport for the conga. Bejarra lassoed the first, the body tightened the beast to the ground, he worried it to death and killed it. The second lion was roped and dispatched in turn.
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Santa Madera
Cal
San Smareco
Santa Cattleman
Batt Bejarra
Bejarra
Brea
Boy’s Life Lost in Fatal NJ Drowning Incident
In New Jersey on December 25 a boy named Charles Mowoire died during a drowning accident after a lake scene turned tragic. A bystander’s rescue attempt saved another child, but the circumstances left responders and witnesses shaken as the body was recovered.
Drunken Frenzy Ends in Frightful Shot Down
In Middleport Ontario on December 25 Lester, at his home north of town, was shot by his brother Herbert Morardige after a heated quarrel over a cap snatching incident. Herbert, intoxicated, fled but was later arrested for the shooting near the scene. The victim survived a gunshot wound just below the heart and Herbert remains in custody.
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Ion
Middleport
Lester
Herbert Moardige
Herbert
Tiquior
Hertwir
Werhert
The Cudaby Kidnaping Case in Omaha
The latest Omaha report notes the discovery of a fingerprint linked to Mr. Cudikhy on his drive last Wednesday night as he carried 25000 to secure his son's return. Police describe the robbers methods and the bandits’ departure, detailing the case and investigation progress.
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Neh
Dee
I Bentern
Cudkihy
I Thein ii Red
City Extends Welcome to President Kruger Visit
Citizens approved a resolution extending a formal welcome to President Kruger and invited him to visit, sending a telegram expressing greetings and goodwill from the city and its residents. The imperfect text mentions Virani Rapits and Mich Dee in relation to the event.
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Virani Rapits
Dee
Kriwer
Duty on Russian Wheat Cut by Secretary Push
Topeka secretary Coburn reports a letter from Secretary Wilson urging removal of the duty on Russian wheat cargoes destined for seed use in Kansas. The expected duty is described near $0.25 to $0.50 per bushel. Debates focus on seed supply concerns for Kansas miners and graziers.
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State Board of Derby Thre
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Federal Agricultural de« Partinent
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Prominent Texas Farmer Murdered by Robbers
Fortened by Robbers. Bomber, Tex. Dec 95 At Gober a few miles south of there J I jot 7. Prominent farmer, was mur dered by robbers. Dis had wars found in the sort hadily bruised and the Resh hreamed from his breast and ars. It is Stpuased the dandies Surtens their Victim mean effort to force him to tell where his Mone Wits an on two arrests have been made.
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Gober
Remains of Father Marquette Reported Unearthed
Toledo dispatch to Time Herald says Ann Arbor officials believe the remains of Father Marquette, famed missionary and explorer, have been exhumed by workmen near Frankfort, Michigan. The report notes doubt about the identification and ongoing examination.
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Ann Arvor
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Atrophl
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Union meeting promotion hints at progress in the nineteenth century
An advertisement outlines a wage offering of 50 dollars monthly with expenses for a business manager in Kansas City Missouri. Arrangements for a union meeting at M E church South are planned for Monday December. Speakers include J S Taylor on education J D Allen on the press FE G Zey on medicine W D Atheson on civic righteousness and D Jewell on religious progress. The event runs from 9 p m with twenty minute talks and ten minute discussions followed by conference and prayer.
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J.D. Allen
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D. Jewell
Jurors defend McGinnis verdict and trial fairness
Virginia Mo December 27 1900 letter from a juror defends the McGinnis murder verdict claiming the trial was fair and based solely on witness testimony. The writer rebuts gossip and asserts jurors lack power to fix penalties, urging readers to respect the court process.
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Virginia
the Times
McGinnis
J&ror
Murderess released on $35000 bond in Topeka
A Capital dispatch from Eldorado says Jessie Morrison, convicted murderess, was released on a $35,000 bond after Sheriff Turner approved the release. Morrison then walked with her father to the jail and left custody. They went to her home as darkness protected them. She has no public plans yet but may visit her old home in the east.
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Jessie Morrison
Turner
Jixnige M. H. Morrison
Aeermapeako
Morrison
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Still Fighting in China Dispatch From Pekin Date
A Field Marshal von Walderse dispatch dated Pekin reports Guen dell's column marching from Shan Hai Ruan clashing with boxers on December 14 at Yung Ling near the eastern imperial tombs. Fifteen boxers killed. One thousand Chinese regulars under Fang do Ling driven from Luh Tai toward the mountains as Gruen dell advances.
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Guendell
Shan Hai Ruan
Yung Ling
Imperial Tombs
Fang Do Ling
Luh-Tai
Gruendell
Woman Hears Doctor Warn of Life Alone
Mrs I B Hunt of Kidee Wisconsin heard from her doctor a frightening warning about her stomach yellow jaundice and gall stones. She then began using Bitters which she credits with restoring appetite and improving stomach liver and kidney functions. Sold by Tucker.
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Kidee
Wis
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