Altgeld Dies After Collapse At Joliet Opera House
Former Illinois governor John P. Altgeld died at seven this morning in the Monroe hotel Joliet after collapsing on stage following a speech in support of Boer women and children in concentration camps. He had been stricken during Rev J A J Whipple's address and later lingered, with no relatives at his bedside.
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A Certain Wise Old Lady Quote Sparks Reflective Note
A trail of thought from a noted elderly sage suggests that life is marked by the inevitability of death. The remark reflects on mortality and human perception in aging.
Cuban regime debate shows advocates in majority
Washington march 12 Republicans at a conference debated the Cuban regime last night. The discussion did not reach a final conclusion but indicated that supporters of a tougher stance were in the majority.
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Misa Roosevelt in Cuba Aide Party
Mila Alice Roosevelt daughter of the president is reported to have attended an afternoon party in Cuba with a group of friends hosted at Flor. The event occurred this afternoon and adds to social notes from the delegation.
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New Gabinet Declares Readiness as Weyler Nears Power
The Satgasta cabinet announces readiness on March 12. General Weyler is set to join the cabinet, is at war, and is seen as likely to become dictator. The cabinet will reportedly swear an oath as king in March.
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Fragmentary OCR Draft About Barbers and Strangers
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Remains of ex-Governor Altgeld Bring Relatives
Joliet March 12 trains bring relatives to attend ex Governor Altgeld's burial. He suffered locomotor ataxia after financial blows from Globe Savings bank failure and Spalding crash. Clarence Darrow, his longtime friend, arrived and recalled his lifelong advocacy for the underdog. Darrow fainted after a stirring opera plea for Boer women and children in South Africa.
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Altgeld Dies as Mrs Altgeld Faints at News
Chicago reports the death of Mr. Altgeld with an estate valued at about 200000. Funeral arrangements drew committees from Single Taxes Municipal Ownership League and Socialist groups. Remarks credited Delarey and his followers as crucial factors in progress, contrasting with King Edward.
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Hotel proprietor George Welch found dead in Kansas City
George Welch owner of a Pleasant Hill hotel was found dead in his bed in Kansas City. Authorities report suicide due to despondency and say a note left by Welch wills his corpse for a medical college.
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Boers Feared to Adopt Methuen Return After Scheepers Death
London March 12 reports fear that the Boers may adopt General Methuen’s retaliation in response to the killing of Commandant Scheepers by the British.
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Natural Gas Explosion Wrecks Peru Buildings
A natural gas explosion in Peru today wrecked several buildings. Frank Kiley died at once while seven others were seriously injured. Authorities investigate the blast's cause and scope.
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Brer Williama’s Resolution Sparks Talk of Marriage
A colloquial exchange in a rural tale has Brother Williams reflecting that he might remarry. He recalls past marriages totaling three, with uncertainty about current status, and jokes about being open to love again despite prior unions.
Fifteen Thousand Men On A Strike In Boston
The strike expanded across Boston as about 16 000 workers, including 4000 brick and cement teamsters and longshoremen, walk out. Civic leaders and labor figures including Governor Crane and Senator Hanna offered mediation as rail and steamship firms report disruptions and forego cargoes.
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Roosevelt Opens Fight on Merger
The U S attorney general filed in federal circuit court a bill in equity to nullify the Northern Pacific Great Northern and Burlington merger under the Sherman anti trust law. It seeks surrender of Northern Securities stock and injunctions against officers and stockholders recognizing the company. The suit argues the three railways were the only transcontinental northern lines and that the 1893 consolidation attempt violated a 1896 Supreme Court ruling.
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Tornadoes Strike Dallas Area Killing One and Injuring Several
A neighborhood in Dallas was hit by a tornado and storm last night destroying four buildings and killing Mary W. Johnson. In Queen City Mia six buildings were demolished. George Brdy and two children were fatally injured.
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Accurate adjusting and watch re pairing
D. Miller at 1709 Ferguson Bt offers watch repair and accurate adjusting services. Contact details not provided.
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Funston Enjoys Chicago Visit Amid Banquet and Tours
General Frederick Funston visits Chicago for a two day stay. He renews ties with General Otis, is welcomed by brokers at the board of trade, tours stock yards, and attends a Marquette club banquet with Lincoln club members. He declines to speak at the stock exchange event.
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Loubet to Visit Russia for Two-Week Czarist Tour
Paris reports President Loubet will travel with a large escort to Russia for a two week visit starting May 15. The itinerary includes meetings with the czar and formal ceremonies, reflecting strengthening Franco Russian ties amid ongoing European diplomacy.
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Bank robberies report two successful heists
Titusville Pennsylvania vaults of the Farmers Bank of Tow nville were blown open early this morning and about 8000 dollars taken. Christiansburg Kentucky bank of Newcastle robbed of nearly 5000 dollars this morning by seven burglars with three guarding citizens at bay.
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Bierce Visits Irish Friend’s House and Pig Joke
Ambrose Bierce visits an Irish friend in San Francisco and compliments the new house. He quips that the home lacks one ornament no Irish house should have, a pig. The hostess retorts that the pig has now been supplied, prompting a chuckle.
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How to Economize With Eggs
Leftover egg yolks kept in cold water stay fresh for days while in a cup they spoil by the next day. Egg whites can become macaroons kil motos or meriting meringues. Two eggs whites with sugar and almond paste yield two dozen macaroons. For hard yolks boil separately in water for twenty minutes to preserve whites for another use.
France Invited to Rochambeau Monument Dedication
Senate approves ship subsidy debate restart and adopts a resolution urging President to invite French representatives and the Countucke family to the Rochambeau monument dedication in Washington on May 14. The Marquis La Fayette family is invited as well. An appropriation of twenty thousand dollars was provided for the secretary of state’s use.
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Iowa Senate Passes Rail Tax Based on Stocks and Earnings
Des Moines March 12. The Iowa legislature adopted a rail tax proposal modeled on Minnesota law. It passed the senate this morning and is expected to pass the house, taxing railways on stocks bonds and earnings.
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Miners Are Liberal Raise Relief for Liberty Bell Victims
Telluride March 13 The search continues for Liberty Bell mine snow slide victims. In ten minutes this morning San Miguel business leaders raised over 1200 dollars for orphans and widows of the lost men. Liberty Bell miners led the list with 540 dollars.
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Ten Thousand For Three Wreck Costs SP About 100000
El Paso reports the Southern Pacific wreck last week will cost the railroad about 100000 dollars. M L Riddle who lost three children settled with the company for 16000 dollars as payment for all damages. He left for California with his wife and child.
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Former Cheyenne Bay Re-elected Councilman at Sheridan
Sheridan Wyoming voters gave Republicans a sweeping win with W H Miller elected mayor and Ludlow Glafcke among successful alderman candidates. Glafcke, son of H Glafcke of Cheyenne, moved to Sheridan to work as a photographer and topped his opponent by 63 votes. Alger had previously been a Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Wyoming.
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Trainload of recruits passes through city at 7 am
A train carrying five cars of recruits from New York to the Philippines went through the city this morning at seven o clock. The transport marks a step in the distant war effort as soldiers head toward overseas posting.
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Poverty Soshul Event at Presbyterian Church Promoted
Attendees are invited to the Poverty Soshul at the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening March 13 at 7 30 oclock. The listing promotes a community gathering with a religious setting and time.
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Weather Watch From Cheyenne To Texas Storms Spread
Local forecast notes fair tonight and Thursday in Cheyenne and nearby areas. A central eastern storm over Minnesota drives heavy rains from the Lake region to Texas, with 2.28 inches at Kansas City area and 1.16 inches at Chicago and Oklahoma reported in the past 24 hours. The system brings unusually warm air across central and eastern states, 10 to 30 degrees above normal, while Rocky Mountain and Plateau regions stay fair under a high barometer. A separate storm near British Columbia shows no precipitation yet. Data up to 6 am shows max 40, min 20, trace precip. W. & Palmer, Section Director.
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Ladies and gentleman in the Boston scene
A man defends a woman in a social mishap as he admits stepping on her gown. He apologizes for his carelessness, she counters that she bears sole responsibility and would have faced consequences if the gown had been pulled. The exchange reflects flirtatious banter and social codes.
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