Governor denies poetry nepotism amid Arbor Day pamphlet flap
Libby News accused by Flathead county critic of nepotism for printing a poem linked to Governor Smith's kin. The governor refutes the charge in a strong letter, stating no cousin or relative shares his name in poetry, and defends press freedom as a vigilant but fair institution. The piece spurs editor explanations and a vigilante inquiry into the poem's authorship, while the Inter Mountain reports rising tensions among insurgents in Manila and a reflective exchange between city officials.
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Jack Clark
Pocahontas
Dillon
Beef Report Clears Miles but Censures Promptness
The court of Inquiry finds charges against General Miles not sustained by evidence though some meats spoiled by exposure after receipt fostered concerns. It says the beef was the same for army and public, mishandling in heat by inexperienced staff caused issues. Democratic press weakly attacks as whitewash while promoting scandal.
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Miles
Board of Inquiry
Not A Poet The Governor Faces Press Backlash
A satirical piece critiques Governor Bob Smith over criticisms of the state land department and the cost of office. It notes the Inter Mountain avoids hurting the governor while other papers poke fun at his leadership and press relations.
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Copper Trust Rumors Roil World Markets in 1899
The New York Journal cites W A Clark forming an Anglo French copper trust with Rothschilds and Standard Oil, signaling rivals and possible consolidations. Analysts note rising prices, limited supply, and rising demand across Europe and America, with major producers like Anaconda and Calumet & Hecla paying large dividends while consumption fluctuates and substitutes appear.
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Russia
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Mexico
City Hall Tonight: Mayor and Council Hold Formal Soiree
City officials plan another event at city hall tonight with the regular programme. The exercises will note that current sitting members stand adjourned as part of the proceedings.
Enchanted Bee Grove Mystery Draws Curious Locals
In a Shawnee village grove near Colorado and South Dakota governors, a northern post oak hides a puzzling hum and hammering near a hollow tree. A passerby heard tapping within the tree when nearby, yet no hive or bees could be found after repeated attempts to locate them. Local lore calls the grove enchanted as residents report daily audible phenomena without evidence of bees.
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Philippines
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Colorado
Lee
South da
Kota
Wedding Pickup Sparks Etiquette Puzzle in Flatbush
At Miss Philomenia Muzzia’s wedding in Flatbush, a $600 roll vanished from Dominico Muzzia’s pocket amid a dramatic presentation. Gennaro Mansi, cousin of the bride, is held for trial as police seek the thief, while etiquette experts debate ownership of the recovered funds.
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New York Journal
Flatbush
Philomenia Muzzia
Tulip Street
Dominico Muzzia
Pasquale Arrola
Wall Street
Mr. Muzzia
Muzala
Gennaro Mansi
Pacific Street
Manzi
Steers
Fake diamond replicas spark caution in New Orleans
An expert goldsmith notes that wearing paste diamonds is more common than expected among people in financial distress seeking cash. The article describes specially mounted imitations that can fool casual observers and cites a past case where a half finished paste bracelet was abandoned by a mysterious customer.
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New Orleans Times-Democrat
Roance
New Orleans
Washington Post tale tests truth with hospital nurse anecdote
A Washington Post item recounts a summer hospital visit story from a southern hospital. A wounded soldier, exhausted and desiring discharge and cigars, is asked by a nurse to wash his face. He agrees with wry humor, noting his face has already been washed several times that day, yet offers to endure another wash to please the visitor.
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Washington Post
South
Washington
Enchanted Grove near old Shawnee village on the river
In the fifties a Shawnee Indian village stood about five miles west of South McAlester on the South Canadian River. The old site is now mostly vanished with only rock hearths and a few graves marking the hunting grounds where a young Shawnee courted under the moonlight.
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Galveston
McAlester
Buck
Why He Loves Her Poem Excerpt From Chicago News
A short verse notes that while others may rival beauty and grace, the speaker remains devoted to Rosina, claiming steadfast love and singling her out as the mistress of the heart. The piece ends with a playful aside about praise and wonders.
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Chicago News
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