Alaska gold rush fraud leaves 1500 men at risk of starvation
Dr. J B Stone warns that travel circulars lured 1500 men to Kotzebue and nearby rivers with promises of rich gold finds. About half have returned. the rest face cold, hunger, and possible death without government aid. Authorities consider tax and commerce reforms as well as aid measures.
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San Francisco
Associated Press
J. 8
Stone
Kotzebue
Kowak River
Alaska
Maune Luck River
Dr. Stone
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May Usurp The Throne In China Turmoil
Port Townsend Washington reports from the Orient that China remains unstable and near revolution. The empress dowager trusts Jung Lu, a long time usurper claimant with a eunuch ally at court. Troops are increased and Jung Lu holds command, believed to aim to depose the empress and seize the throne.
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Port Townsend
Wash
Glenogie
China
Jung Lu
Merchants Protest Taxes in Buenos Aires Parade
A Buenos Aires dispatch reports a grand merchant demonstration against taxes and duties with stores closed and about 40 000 people gathered around Plaza de Mayo. Merchants sent a petition to General Mitre requesting revisions to customs laws and official import product appraisal.
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New York
Herald
Buenos Ayres
Plaza de Mayo
Young Filipinos Active in Philippine Fortifications
June 29 Victoria B C Advices from Dakoda report Captain Sakichi of the Hokoku Maru returning from the Philippines with news that in the southern islands young Filipinos are building forts for emergencies. Ports are garrisoned by about 1000 volunteers, mostly unarmed with rifles yet full of patriotism and vow to resist Americans. The Filipinos welcome Japanese aid and even offer hemp trade. Sakichi claims only two revolvers and cook knives were sold to insurgents.
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Victoria
B. C
Dakoda
Sakichi
Philippines
Shot By Highbinders in Chinatown Battle
In San Jose California at midnight Deputy Sheriff Y T Bache was wounded in the side during a clash with highbinders aiming to kill Hip Sing Tong president Lee On Poon. Sheriff Langford and deputies fired on the attackers as four highbinders were arrested and one likely killed, though the body has not been found.
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San Jose
Cal
Chinatown
Langford
San Francisco
Lee On Poon
Hip Sing Tong
Rache
Corporations Barred Out Reform in Texas Business
Texas Attorney General Smith holds that a foreign corporation with a state permit that fails to pay franchise tax and the $5 per month penalty within six months loses the right to do business in Texas. The ruling bans revival by new permit and may permanently bar many firms from operating in the state.
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Chicago
Reocord
Austin
Tex
Smith
Texas
Change in Recruiting Law Chicago June 2 piain
Ras mus in charge of the United States army recruiting station telegraphed Adjutant General Corbin asking permission to enlist colored recruits and to restore lenient physical examinations used during the war with Spain. If allowed, most mus tered out Eighth Illinois volunteers will be sent to the Philippines. Under current exams only one in ten qualify. Fifty applicants daily are examined. Captain Bomus expects within two weeks over 200 recruits plus volunteer bodies will be sent to Chicago.
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Chicago
Piain
Rasmus
United States Army
Corbin
Spain
Jones
Philippines
Bomus
Expert Examination on Nippon Maru Castaways
San Francisco on June 29 reports the bacteriologist examining glands from two Japanese seamen who jumped from the Nippon Maru. Initial findings show one gland larger than normal, fueling bubonic plague suspicions, with results due today after the expert completes examination.
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San Francisco
Detroit Arrives From Bluefields With News of McAuley
The Detroit cruiser arrived at the port after patrolling Bluefields to safeguard American interests amid unsettled Nicaraguan politics. It carried from Mana the body of General Daniel McAuley of Indiana, who had died some time ago.
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New York
Detroit
Bluefields
Mana
Daniel McAuley
Indiana
New Navy Uniform For Admiral Dewey Detailed In Regs
Washington June 29 The navy issues new dress regulations to distinguish admirals from other officers. Dewey gains two 2-inch gold stripes on sleeves, four silver stars on epaulets and shoulder straps, a gold anchor, and specific hat and belt embellishments. Adjustments differ by rank, with rear admirals and captains given varied insignia, while general uniforms remain similar to commissioned officers.
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Washington
Admiral Dewey
Gibraltar
Sose
Debut Actress Virginia Drew Revealed at Alcazar Theatre
The Call notes that a woman known as Virginia Drew debuted Monday evening at the Alcazar theater in San Francisco, hiding her identity from her husband Charles Trescott a Portland fish packer. She is a southern woman from a wealthy family and wed Trescott six years ago. her uncle Ethan Ally is a prominent Portland merchant.
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Virginia Drew
Treacot
Charles Bo Trescou
Portland
Alcazar Theater
Trescott
Ethan
Ally
Yale Harvard regatta race delayed amid light betting winds
In New London on June 29 the Yale Harvard regatta opened with a northwest wind. By 9:30 there was little betting, and around 10:50 freshmen crews reached the starting point before officials slated a postponement. The four-oared race was moved to 2:30 p.m. starting at the head of the four-mile varsity course.
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New London
Conn
Yale and Harvard Varsity Crews Prepare in Variable Conditions
The Yale varsity eight features experienced rowers, with two ineligible lacking prior varsity time but having rowed with Freshmen crews. Harvard presents seasoned rowers, including Charles Minot Sheafe of Seattle who rowed in Weld's crew last year and stroked the winning law school crew this spring. The afternoon program plans three two mile races amid shifting wind and tide, with a postponement respected by the crowd.
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Navy
Yales
Treshmen
Harvard
Charles Minot Sheafe
Seattle
Weld
Andree Is Alive Report From Wrangel Alaska
J Baron reports from Wrangel Alaska that evidence suggests Andree the Arctic explorer is alive. A Norwegian passenger aboard Rosalie found a sealed bottle washed ashore with a May 4 letter allegedly from Andree stating I am leaving the balloon and provisions. The note places latitude at 74 degrees north and the balloon west of Teeland.
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San Francisco
H. J. Baron
Associated Press
Wrangel
Alaska
Andree
Norewegian
Seattle
Skagway
Teeland
Trial Abruptly Ended in Becker Case Over Misnamed Wife
Chicago June 29 The trial of August Becker charged with murdering and burning his wife ended abruptly when the indictment listed Mrs Becker as Elizabeth instead of Therese. The judge refused discharge and ordered a new indictment. The incident caused a courtroom sensation.
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Chicago
August Becker
South Side
Guarded Home of Mme Dreyfus Stays Sealed by Police
Rennes report states the house of Mme Dreyfus was guarded all night by police with daybreak shifts. A porter keeps gates locked and barred, and entry is forbidden without Mme Dreyfus's express permission.
Change in Wardens Joliet Illinois June 29
Major P. W. Mc Cloughry longtime warden of the Joliet penitentiary departed for Fort Leavenworth Kansas to take command as warden of the United States federal prison after several years in Joliet.
Hazard Freres to ship $2,000,000 gold on Saturday
Telegraphic briefs from New York to London report Hazard Freres arranging a $2,000,000 gold shipment for Saturday, Sharrock grounded at low tide and refloated, Governor Roosevelt's stance on McKinley renomination, five drowned laborers in Massachusetts, arbitration sessions in Paris, and Western tour plans dispute between the president and Warren.
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New York
Hazard Freres
Southampton
Sharrock
Albany
Roosevelt
McKinley
Hennessy’s Store Invites Visitors Across the West
The piece touts Hennessy’s as the most talked about store from coast to coast, boasting over a million dollars invested in a modern stock and up-to-date facilities. It promises a superior shopping experience with extensive conveniences and high-value offerings, inviting people to visit.
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Pacific
Hennessy's
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