Washington Cabinet Crisis Reevaluates Alger Pivot
Article discusses pressure on Secretary of War Alger amid Governor Pingree interviews. Speculation centers on Alger possibly resigning or being forced out. names like General Wilson Harrisona Grey Obis and McKinley are mentioned as potential successors. The piece notes strained admin relations and Alger’s rumored preparations for a martyr stance if ousted.
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McKinley
Alger
Horace Porter
Harrisona Grey Obis
California
James H. Wilson
Illinois
Delaware
Wilson
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Spain
Cuba
Michigan
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Gen. Wilson
Wife Seeks Divorce and Alimony in Cruel Treatment Suit
Richmond Ind June 30 William F Thomas of Thomas Ackerman dry goods firm named defendant in divorce suit filed by wife alleging cruel treatment She seeks custody of four minor children and thirty thousand dollars alimony Case notes Thomas recently went to Fargo North Dakota to obtain salt for divorce and wife’s action was started after receipt of notice from there
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Richmond
Ind
William F. Thomas
Thomas & Ackerman
Thomas
Fargo
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Tin Plate Mills Shut Down at Midnight Settlement Orders
Tin-Plate mills across the United States halted operations at midnight under orders from the Amalgamated Asssociation and the Tin-Plate Trust. The shutdown affects major producers and workers awaiting scale settlement terms.
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United States
Great Army of Workers Out Shut Down for Two Weeks
A nationwide tin plate shutdown begins as the Amalgamated Association and the Tin-Plate Trust seek a 20 percent wage raise. About 40 000 workers face two weeks idle while lodges vote on accepting half of the proposed raise. Firms signing the scale include the Association of Iron and Steel Sheet Manufacturers and several mills. other signings expected tomorrow.
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Workers’ Association
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Tirst
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Association of Iron and Steel Sheet Manufacturers
James H Nutt
American Steel Hoop Company
Kittanning Iron Works
Lockhart Iron and Steel Company
Republic Iron and Steel Company
Brown & Co
Ze & Co
Keystone -Rolling Mill Company
Phillips
Nimick & Co
Manufacturers’ Association
First Capture in Spanish War Ties Newport Harbor Clash
Special dispatch from Norfolk reports the gunboat Nashville under Commander Maynard arrived at the Norfolk Navy Yard after ascending the Mississippi to St. Louis. On Hampton Roads she met the Spanish merchant Buena Ventura and the schooner Kaplan in a near-miss collision. The Kaplan, badly damaged but later deemed seaworthy, was bound for Boston after a near collision that would have split the big four master. The Gloucester, formerly the Catalina, under Lt. E. E. J. Born, is en route to Norfolk for towing and repairs after a Santiago engagement victory.
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Commercial Tribune
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Nashville
Maynard
Mississippi River
St. Louis
Norfolk Navy Yard
Fort Royal
Hampton Roads
Buena Ventura
Florida
Stella B. Kaplan
Norfol Navy Yard
Gloucester
Annapolis
Chicago Cruiser Arrives Delagoa Bay Awaiting Pretoria Visit
The United States cruiser Chicago under Rear Admiral Hewis has reached Delagoa Bay and will proceed to Pretoria. The ship, sailing from New York in April to circumnavigate Africa, remains nearby to protect American interests amid Transvaal unrest. Admiral Howison’s planned Pretoria visit is not expected to carry political implications, with guidance from the American Consul in Pretoria shaping any delays.
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United States
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Canal Dover Tin Mill Shuts Down Indefinitely
The American Tin Mill in Canal Dover Ohio will shut down tonight pending wage scale adjustments. It is the only plant of its kind in the region and about workers from the six mills of the plant face layoff as sit down begins.
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Commercial Tribune
Canal Dover
Tin mills status noted in Youngstown on June 30
There are no local tin plate mills in Youngstown Ohio. The Falcon Iron and Nail Company works at Niles closed at midnight due to the scale not being signed. Rolling mills in Youngstown producing car iron have signed the scale and will operate as usual.
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Commercial Tribune
Youngstown O
Falcon Iron,and Nail Company Works
Niles
Will directs estate to widow in single note
Chicago June 3. A note in the late Norman Williams handwriting directs that his entire estate, valued at about 205000 dollars, go to his widow Caroline Caton Williams. Mrs Williams is named sole executrix in Probate Court filing.
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Chicago
Norman Williams
Wesley Merritt
Caroline Caton Williams
Rifle Repairing Stops as Arsenal Slashes Staff
Government funding ran out at Rock Island Arsenal ending rifle repairs. The Davenport report says 652 new workers were discharged, halving the plant’s workforce and stopping Springfield rifle repairs as the machine shop forces were greatly reduced.
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Rock Island Arsenal
Davenport
Fla
Hanged by a committee over gold dust theft at Nome
Arrivals from Dawson report a lynching at Cape Nome. A German thief confessed stealing $3,000 in gold dust from a miner's cabin and was hanged by a group of miners after his arrest. The act was carried out by unidentified miners forming an improvised judgment, with authorities not named.
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B.C
Jume
Dawson
Cape Nome
Roeder Celebrates 100th Birthday in Quincy Boots Maker
Leonard Roeder of Quincy Illinois marks his hundredth birthday. He fought in the Mormon and Black Hawk Wars and says he made boots worn by a governor of Illinois from 1867 to 1860. In good health, his centennial feast featured tobacco and onions.
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Quincy
Idward Roeder
John Wavernor Tllinois
Roeder
Missing Anatomy in Textbook Drawings Draws School Board Focus
Boston critics allege a textbook displays too much anatomy in mythological illustrations borrowed from standard reference works. The Boston School Committee condemns the depictions as indecent, citing constructive negligence by publishers and calling for expurgation of offending images.
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Boston School Committee
Brooklyn
Longfellow
Ocean
Bryan Won't Do As Indiana Leader Signals Slogan Battle
Indiana Democrat William E English, ex congressman and son of 1880 VP candidate, says Bryan should not be renominated. He argues the party must avoid war opposition as a platform issue and believes the Democrats can do better than Bryan. English, a WWI era captain who was wounded at Santiago, analyses Indiana's stance and unity risks.
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Commercial Tribune
Indianapolis
Indiana
W. J. Bryan
United States
Hancock
English
Bryan
Democrats
Santiago
Victim of Coebel Renouncing the Boss
Democrats of Kentucky continue to assert their independence amid internal debates.
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Kentucky
Goebel Nomination Sparks Mass State Meetings
A state wide push unfolds to blunt Goebel as Governor amid bitter reactions to his nomination. Captain Stone disputes a Goebel Stone pact while religious papers urge independence from party bosses. Dems across towns oppose Goebel, with some longtime supporters switching. Public notices hint at election machinery changes as campaigns heat.
Call for Mass Meetings Opposes Goebel in Kentucky
Colonel Lucas Brodhead, a leading sound-money Democrat, calls for mass meetings in major towns to protest Goebel’s gubernatorial bid. He seeks Governor Bradley to convene an extra legislative session to repeal the Goebel election law, hoping Hardin and Stone allies join a Republican bid. Bradley reportedly resists, aiming to avoid political capital and extra sessions, while Democrats and administration Republicans align against Goebel.
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Three Spanish Cannon Placed To Ohio Posts And Homes
Governor Bushnell announced the disposition of three captured Spanish cannons loaned to Ohio by the War Department. One gun will go to Columbus, one to Springfield Grand Army posts, and one to the Soldiers and Sailors Home at Sandusky. Earlier, five cities Cincinnati Cleveland Toledo Canton and Hillsboro received one gun each via the Navy Department. The distribution follows political guidance from Senators and Congressmen and requires placement at army posts memorial associations or municipalities.
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General Wood Declines Washington Traction Position
Gen. Wood has declined the Presidency of the Washington Traction and Company of Washington. He will remain at his duties in the Army, citing other commitments and current assignments.
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General and Wood
Washington Traction and Company
Northville lynching attempt ends with Evans escape
Detroit reporters say eleven prominent Northville residents were arrested for trying to lynch Thomas Evans, accused of improper conduct with a minor. Evans was hanged briefly, cut down, and managed to escape the mob.
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Commercial Tribune
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Mich
Northville
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Spain Signs Treaty Ceding Caroline Islands to Germany
Madrid June 30 premier Silvela and Count Von Radowits signed the treaty confirming February agreement ceding the Caroline Pelew and Marianna Islands to Germany. The declaration granting Germany most favored treatment takes effect July 1.
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French Consul Reports Unchanged Turbulent Situation in Meng-Tzu
The French Consul at Meng-Tzu in Yun Yan province says anti foreign disturbances continue with no change in the situation. Thirty eight well armed Europeans sought refuge in the Tao Tai residence after the destruction of the Consulate which is now guarded by troops.
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Meng-Tzu
Yun Yan
Indignation Meeting Signals Warren County Revolt
An indignation meeting draws Democrats in Warren County as discontent circulates locally. Organizers report rising concern over county leadership and call for renewed activism to push for policy changes and accountability. Community figures name key issues and urge participation in upcoming events.
Train Obstruction Kills Engineer. Door Causes Wreck
Terre Haute Ind June a Logansport Vandalia through freight on the Logansport division struck an obstruction near Heikland nine miles north of Terre Haute at 4 30 this morning. The engine was wrecked and engineer Frank Cruikshank of Logansport was killed instantly. Fireman Charles Holland of Logansport was thrown free from the engine and sustained a broken leg and arm. A box car door wedged between the rails caused the accident. It is not known whether the door dropped from a passing train or was placed on the track intentionally.
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Vandalia
Heikland
Frank Cruikshank
Charles Holland
Chinese Christians honor Dr Hall with church in memory
Chinese Christians in New York, aided by Dr John Hall's influence, plan a church in Ku Tsing, about eighty miles from Canton, to honor his memory. A wealthy donor has given $1000 for China, and converts have established a pastor’s scholarship at Canton’s Christian College.
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New York
John Hall
Ku Tsing
Canton
Kwan Tung
Hall
China
Christian College
Sent Poisoned Cake Sentences English Woman to Death
Mary Ann Ansell of England was found guilty at Hertford Assizes of murdering her insane sister in an asylum by sending poisoned cake through the mail. She was sentenced to death after investigators disclosed she had insured her sister’s life with a false description.
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England
London
Hertford Assizes
Duke of Albany Set as Coburg Heir Amid Renunciations
In Coburg officials announce that the Duke of Connaught and his brother renounce claims to Coburg succession in favor of the Duke of Albany. Born in 1884 to Princess Hel of Waldeck, Albany will receive a German education and enter the German army under Prince Hohenlohe’s guarantee. The renunciation cites concerns over custodial care of Prince Arthur of Connaught.
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Albany
Duke of Albany
Coburg
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England
Well-to-Do Citizen Cuts Throat in Prudentxgon, Ind
Princeton, June 30 George W. King, a wealthy bachelor, suddenly went insane and cut his throat with a razor at home before attacking a grocery store proprietor who tried to intervene. The crazed man forced entry, injuring himself repeatedly and collapsing after the door was forced open. Doctors say temporary insanity likely caused the deed.
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Princeton
Ind
George W. King
King
Aicide
Fusion Fight Sets Nebraska Populist Ticket
Old-line Alliance and Populists in Kearney reject fusion and nominate a middle-of-the-road state ticket for Nebraska this fall. They denounce fusion arrangements and current officials and Board of Transportation, argue the Democracy swallowed the Populists, and pledge to stay nonaligned unless a Populist gains second place on any national ticket led by Bryan.
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Board of Transportation
City of Seattle Arrives With Klondike Gold Diggers
Victoria reports the steam City of Seattle sailed from Klondike with eighty Klondikers on board and a quantity of gold dust. Notable returns include Ske Artz of Portland receiving 5000 dollars, H Stevens and wife 10000 dollars, and Conrad 15000 dollars.
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Torrents of Rain Fell Driving Below From Quiberon Route
Detectives accompanied him as gendarmes guarded the escort along the route and at the prison, signaling a high security transit from Quiberon to his destination amid heavy rain.
Prisoner's Arrival at Rennes Silent in Rain
Captain Dreyfus landed at Quiberon and was transported by train to Bruz then brought to Rennes in a landau watched by twenty five gendarmes. Ten gendarmes rode in a wagon while others followed on foot. A large crowd gathered in silence as rain drenched the scene and the entry into the town was without incident.
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Rennés
Monnett Rules Election Expenses Need No County Approval
Attorney General Monnett issued an opinion to Secretary Kinney stating that deputy state supervisors judges and clerks and election conduct expenses do not require prior County Commissioner approval. After being certified by the Board of Supervisors the Auditor may draw warrants for the amounts.
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Monnett
Kinney
Board of Supervisors
Travelers Oppose Trusts in National League Meeting
Special dispatch from Albany reports the Commercial Travelers' National League electing officers for another year and adopting resolutions denouncing trusts and their impact on drummers. President Dowe cited statistics claiming 25,000 unemployed and 25,000 wage reductions, with one in ten affected, and urged a broad nonpartisan campaign against combinations.
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Albany
Commercial Travelers
National League
Dowe
Have Hope for Taylor Nomination in Kentucky Conventions
Attorney General Taylor’s campaign managers in Frankfort say county conventions on June 30 will nominate him for Governor at Lexington on July 12. With 823 votes cast toward the 848 needed, managers expect he will secure a large majority of delegates from Campbell Trimble Lewis Metcalfe Grant and Todd counties holding conventions tomorrow.
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Taylor
Lexington
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Trimble
Lewis
Metcalfe
Grant
Todd
Pingree and Labor at Detroit Factory Lockout
In Detroit on June 20 the Pingree and Smiths factory lockout continues. Frank C. Pingree, manager and Governor Pingree’s brother, says unions faced pressure over politics and that wages will not fall if workers return, adding the key issue is who runs the business and that no reply has yet been received from the men.
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Frank C. Pingree
Pingree
Governor Bradley Rejects Pardon for Newport Prisoner
FRANKFORT Ky June 30 Governor Bradley refused to pardon Duke Croxson one of Mrs Gleason s assailants now serving a ten year term at Newport In Paris June 30 in the Chamber of Deputies M Millevoye urged interpellation of M Millerand on socialistic doctrine application but the chamber voted 357 to 165 to postpone the question for a month The chamber adopted a resolution allowing fully qualified women to practice at the bar
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Bremen Plans New Twin Screw Steamship For New York Route
Bremen notes that the North German Lloyd Steamship Company will build a new twin screw steamer for the New York service. The vessel is described as likely of German make and will expand the line's transatlantic fleet.
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North German Lloyd Steamship Company
New York
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