Russian Noblemens Accused of Theft in St Petersburg
April 9 dispatch from St Petersburg reports the Czar orders severe punishment for those shown to have stolen from a state fund. Several suspects are imprisoned in Paul's fortress. A power struggle and political tensions surround the case as telegraphic reports filter to Nashville Ameri.
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ST. Petersburg
Cuar
Crows Fund
X. Sevaret
Pohleren
Paul's Fortress
Bere
Nashville
Forrest Defends Gen Forrest in Train Confrontation
An account from the New Orleans Picayune describes Gen. Forrest as a Tennessee delegate en route to the National Democratic Convention. A deranged assailant threatened violence on a Louisville train. Forrest swiftly grabbed the attacker by the throat and threw him to the floor, then the crowd dispersed as the train halted. The incident highlights postwar tensions and Forrest’s decisive restraint.
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Tennessee
Mr. Seymour
Nase Ville
Forest
Alempus
Forrest
Lewisville
Kentucky
Bam Duke
Duke
Louissville
Cincinnati
Wit
New York
Ike
Ginaly
Atutivat
Dick Wihiatrol
Lappebeu
Porrest
Aeport
Ruffien
Ro Teac
Forrent
Procetore
Wes. Duke
Duke Haply
Renei
Poeater
Pat U
Koflert
New Court House and Town Improvements in Columbia
The text notes the court house roof lifters in place, praises the building as a county credit and town ornament, mentions a military school starting next September, Carnegie Library construction by next year, and a future Interurban. It portrays Columbia as a town with a glorious future on the map.
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Carnegie Library
Columbia
Safety Rules Tighten on Railroad Workforce
The Chicago and Altoona railroad enforces strict temperance rules forbidding employees from visiting saloons race tracks dance halls and gambling venues to ensure clear headed sober workers. Management argues sobriety protects property and public safety, inviting those unwilling to comply to seek work elsewhere. Nashville American notes the policy aims to attract better applicants and improve overall discipline.
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Arene & Alaa Sailfowl Company
Galgor
Gamblins Parmitter Hkeferring
Hugh Officer
Chicago
Altoo
Nashville
Amari~ Ono
Base Ball: Columbia defeats Theta in Riverside Park clash
Columbia outed Theta in a raging Saturday afternoon game at Riverside Park. Dedman of Syuchpaw held Theta in check as teammates backed him with solid support. The scoring line shows Columbia gaining a win while Theta struggled. The Columbia squad schedules future games against Hay Long lege at Mt. Pleasant and Lewisburg at Riverside Park.
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Columbia
Theta
Riverside Park
Dedman
Fwatmiea
R.M.E. Theta
Jndson
Etlie
Mt. Pleasant
Lewisburg
Why Little Japan and Sailors Names for Ships
A fragment discusses population estimates for Japan, noting 46.5 million people six years earlier and annual growth near 500,000, with cities like Tokyo and Osaka cited. It then lists a long, uneven coinage of British ship nicknames, including Majestic and Warspite, among others, in a chaotic catalog.
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Japan
Great Britain
Formosa
Tokyo
Osaka
Majestic
Magnificent
Maggie
Prince George
P. G
Sang Patrel
Ampaitrite
Ham
Fripe
Hermione
My Own
Prince of Wales
Itching Dean
Ciscus
Little
Clas
Jupiter
Jupes
Queen
Alex
Hermes
Wallflower
Bacchante
Back Bhant
Suttlej
Subtle J
Niobe
Nobbler
Hogue
Hog
Warspite
Royal Oak
Acorn
Empress of India
Heaven
Nile
Victorious
V. C
Bellerophon
Foudroyant
Pretend to Marry in Russian Peasant Custom
In Pearson's Weekly the piece notes that Russian peasant women often marry or pretend to marry. If a girl decides no suitor will ask her, she leaves home and returns claiming widowhood to avoid embarrassing questions. It shows how highly marriage is regarded among peasant women.
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Russia
Pearson’s Weekly
Midland Methodist
Rembrandt Restored to Place Among Giants in Art
In a St. Nicholas piece, the eighteenth century shift shows Dutch painters like Rembrandt fading then resurging after neglect. Rembrandt’s light and psychological portraits faced criticism as Murillo’s work drew steady praise, with Italy’s influence shaping tastes.
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Fembrandt
Murillo
Italy
Rembrandt
St. Nicholas
Uncle Sam's Big Farm Area and Workforce Size
The United States has about 841 million acres in farming use and 14,439,000 people employed in agriculture, compared with 16,845,000 in all other industries. Baltimore American notes the vast scale of farming and its labor force.
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United States
England
Scotland
Ireland
Wales
France
Germany
Austria
Spain
Japan
Transvaal
Baltimore
Tarantula Found in Bananas at South High Street Store
Mr J M Harrsons discovered a large brown tarantula in a banana display at a store on South High street Thursday afternoon. He knocked it into a paper sack and transferred it from a glass jar, where it is now held captive. The spider is described as poisonous and about four inches long with a leg span near ten inches.
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J. M. Harrsons
South High Street
Harrison
World ends in two years foreseen by Colorado clergyman
A Colorado clergyman predicts only two years remain for the world, criticizing Vice-President Fairbanke. The piece mocks socialistic fears, misquoted remarks, and rival concerns over authority and national finance. It notes corporate and political tensions and a bank capital increase.
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Colorado
Fairbanke
Knitting Baby Leggings From Germantown Wool Patterns
Instructions for knitting warm two to three year old leggings using Germantown wool. Steps cover ribbing, body and back pieces, sewing sides, shaping instep and heel, and finishing with two matching legs. Guidance notes on gauge, needle size, and fit included.
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Germantown
Special Train to Carry Gen Lee Remains to Richmond
The funeral train will depart Washington Monday at 1 PM, arrive Richmond at 5 PM, with cavalry infantry and artillery escorts. A joint committee will oversee arrangements for the arrival and interment in Hollywood Cemetery near Jefferson Davis as flags fly at half mast across city buildings.
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Washington
Amies
Geo. Lee
Richmond
State Oficials
Fitzough Lee
James Keith
Supreme Court of Appeals
Anderson
G. W. P. Breck
Adjt
Gen. Naile
E. Harvey Spence
Fararake
Obus
T. O' Mar
Tee
Chamber of Commerce
Lee Camp
Veteran Cavalry Association
Army of Northern Iatnta
Fitzhugh Lee
Lee
Daughters of Confederacy
Gen. Lee
State Capitol
Hollywood Cemetery
Wad
Jefferson Davis
Service for Joseph Jefferson Crowds Church Near The Corner
Crowded services held in memory of Joseph Jefferson by The Players at Church of the Little Church Around the Corner. Rev George C Houghton led a special service with David Bispham as soloist, featuring anthems and hymns.
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New York
Joseph Jefferson
Clio
Edwin Booth
Touny
Late Shipments From Columbia Reported
Shipments of livestock from Columbia Saturday were made by the following parties. Smith Moran & Co sent a car load of mules to Louisville. Aden Brow sent a car load of sheep to Louisville. J W Howard & Co sent a car load of mules to Birmingham.
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Columbia
Smith, Moran & Co
Louisville
Aden Brow
J. W. Howard & Co
Birmingham
First Monday Light Crowd At Spring Hill Game
Teen April 28 at Spring Hill reports a light First Monday crowd due to farm work. McTyoire Behool of McKenzie vs Branham and Hughes School produced a fast contest with few errors. McTyoire won 4 to 2. Nearby mule and horse demand appeared light on the streets.
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Hill
Jocal Ted
McTyoire Behool
McKenzie
Hranham
MoTyes
Branhom
Hughes
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Columbia, Tenn
RED Cross Vinegar
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Olumbia, Tennessee
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Fallon
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Webb Tidley
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