Graff Calls For Roberts Expulsion Over Polygamy
Congressman Joseph V. Graff of the Fourteenth district declares polygamy a grave issue and states he will vote to unseat Representative Roberts. He argues the country rejects Roberts for his openly admitted polygamous practices and insists the purity of the home underpins the state.
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Peoria
Joseph V. Graff
Fourteenth
Roberts
House of Representatives
Mr. Roberts
Congress
Big Battle 5 Expected Joined Buller Army
British transports continue arriving at Capetown with thousands of troops and matériel. Boer forces surge toward Estcourt and Pietermaritzburg, while Methuen’s division advances from Orange River toward Bellomont. Naval issues hindered by critics, yet 12-pounders and ships’ guns alter the balance as Buller’s corps nears 35,000 men.
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London
Estcourt
Moor River
Pietermaritzburg
Highlands Station
Cape
Lne
Hildyard
Cleary
Capetown
Methuen
Orange River
Witteputs
Bellamont
Bellomont
Boes
Kildonan Castle
Southampton
Buller
Nubia
Scots Guards
Durban
Carinthia
Clery
Staff College
Lord Wolseley
Natal
Kimberley
Guards
Highland
Skeplics
Cape Colony
Gatacre
Blomfontein
Admiralty
War Office
Ladysmith
Metcourt
Batcourt
Malta
Lord Beaconsfield
Rusala
British Advance Signals New Phase in Natal War
London dispatch says war moves from defensive stand to large scale British offensives. Rumors of Ladysmith siege relief fade as General White’s forces stay inactive. Clery prepares 17 000 to 18 000 troops with naval brigade and reinforcements from Durban, including three brigades of First Second and Third divisions and the Second Somerset.
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New York
Tribune
London
Lord Salisbury
Ladysmith
Mafeking
Kimberley
Joubert
Katcourt
Toorcraft
Theih White
Clery
War Office
White
Lower Natal
Durban
Somerset
Boers Cut Telegraph Line and Raid Natal Stud Farm
A Moor river dispatch reports the telegraph line cut near Highlands station on Tuesday evening. Boers encamped near Mitcheson seize the railroad station while a train toward Esteourt advanced only a mile beyond Highland. Natal Stud farm raided, 300 blooded horses valued at $15,000 captured.
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Durban
Moor River
Highlands Station
Mitcheson Cutting
Esteourt
Highland Station
Natal
Czar Orders Inquiry Into Dewitte Scandal
From St Petersburg the Deutsch reports that Tsar Nicholas has instructed Justice Minister Muragieff to probe claims that financier M. Dewitte used market manipulation for personal gain. Dewitte reportedly attempted suicide. his wife sought an audience with the czar, which was denied. Several financiers and officials are implicated, though Berlin has no confirmation of the dispatch.
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Berlin
Deutsch Today
St. Petersburg
Czar
Muragieff
M. Dewitte
Finance
M. Dewit
Deutsche Zeitung
Governor and Senator Discuss Centralized Police Control Bill
Governor Roosevelt and Senator Pratt conferred on a sweeping state bill to vest control of first and second class cities police forces in a governor appointed commission. Reports say the governor would sign if the legislature passes it by a good majority. If enacted, New York state government would assume full control of police forces in cities including New York, Rochester, Troy, Albany and Syracuse.
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W York
Troosevelt
Pratt
Bil
York
Lchester
Troy
Albany
Syracuse
Drunken Border Row Reported at Fort Bliss
Washington Nov 22 The war department states that information from Texas indicates the Fort Bliss incident is a drunken border row and likely exaggerated. The Secretary of War sent a dispatch to Governor Sayren noting the department has acted to preserve peace and restore order.
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Washington
War Departments
Department of Texas
Fort Binsgold
Seecretary of
Sayren
Rescue at sea brings 52 aboard Lokania off Cape Race
The Donatileon line steamship Lokania arrived at Baltimore with 52 rescued from the British steamship Manchester or possibly Enterprise after a severe gale. TheManchester Enterprise sprang a leak on November 1 and foundered about eighty miles southeast of Cape Race. Nine cattlemen are among the rescued, who were returning from Liverpool.
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Baltimore
Donatileon Line
Lokania
Manchester
Prin
Cape Race
Liverpool
Manchester Enterprise
Gen O13 Late Report on Aguinaldo Pursuit Near Tayug
In late dispatches Lawton near Tayug reports Young with cavalry and Marabhee scouts advancing north toward Bacan and San Fernando. Aguinaldo aims to cross to Bayombong while Lawton’s troops push toward Tayug with rations. Dickman’s forces near Jaro clash with rebels. seven prisoners and seven thousand rounds seized. The effort to capture Aguinaldo remains doubtful though movements indicate intent to block Tayombong.
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Washington
War Department
Lawton
Tayug
Young
Baringay
Bacan
San Fernando
Trinidad
Aguinaldo
Bayombong
Es- Maliles
Dickonin
Aguinaldte
Tayombong
Cavalry Proves Key in Philippine Movements
The report notes the advantage of cavalry for expeditions in the Philippines and questions Aguinaldo's northern force size after the rally road losses. It suggests his retreat north does not alter the forces facing the south of Manila.
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Aguinaldo
Philippines
Manila
Aguinaldo Leads 200 on Inland Route toward Nueva Vizcaya
General Young reports Aguinaldo with a 200 strong party including women and carts passed Aringay on Friday Nov 17. The party reportedly planned to move inland via the Bingua mountains toward Bay ng in Nueva Vizcaya. Pursuit by General Young’s cavalry and Macabese reached San Fernando area. a rear guard clash at Aringay wounded a Macabbee and insurgents retreated. Insurgent losses are unknown.
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Manila
Young
Aguinaldo
Aringay
San Fabian
San Fernando
Union
Pa Bingua
Bay Ng
Nueva Viscaya
Negotiations Delayed Over British Spheres in China
A Washington dispatch says bereavement to Lord Salisbury delays settlement of US Britain diplomatic issues including the Chinese and Santoan questions. Britain’s written assurances on American commercial rights in China seem likely but a reply may not come for three weeks. Reports say China conceded French claims to two islands at the entrance to Kwong Chao Wan bay, signaling power encroachment. Secretary Hay stresses US trade rights must not be disturbed by any expansion of spheres of influence in China.
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New York
Herald
Washington
Lord Salisbury
United States
Great Britain
Britain
Hay
China
London
Ambussador Choate
Sean
France
Kwang Chao Wan Bay
State Department
Chin
Richardson Is Leader In Next House Caucus
Washington dispatch reports Representative James Dutchardeean leads a minority in the forthcoming House. Votes pledged total 164 with 26 unpledged. if Democrats caucus solidly 81 votes needed, with fusionists may rise. Sulzer leads initial support from Dem delegation, while Richardson gains after first ballot as Bankhead factions shift.
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New York
Herald
Washington
James du Tchardean
House of Representatives
Avenue
James D. Richardson
John H. Bankhead
D. A. Dearmond
William Sulzer
Representative Sulzer
Richardyvon
Representative Bankhead
Richardson
Representative Richardson
Wshington
Aguinaldo Retreat Promptes New War Operations
A Manila despatch to the New York Herald argues Aguinaldo escaped toward the northern gate of the island with a large force, prompting fresh operations. Analysts cite damaged rails and stock, while some generals doubt a major逃 escape, but agree Aguinaldo may have shifted supplies and aimed to avoid a decisive trap.
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New York
Herald
Manila
Aguinaldo
Cap al Tarkio
Lawton
Wheaton
Owls
Bohavan
Tobacco Valley
Otis
Hobart’s Funeral Draws Notables to Paterson
Condolences pour in from prominent persons across counties for the late Hobart as funeral plans unfold in Paterson New Jersey. Attorney General Grigas and Private Secretary Evans organize tributes. Washington officials and cabinet members expected. City draped in mourning. public business suspended. funeral near Saturday with Presbyterian press coverage. Wealth figures cited range from 2 million to 5 million with insurance noted at 250 thousand.
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Paterson
N. J
Hobart
Hike
Carrell Hall
Grigas
Evans
Lat View
Fee Presbyterian Press
McKinty
Supreme Court
Washington
Five Drown on Steamer Tees from Alaska Return
Victoria B C reports the steamer Tees arriving from Alaska with seven aboard, five dead. Mrs Dumbleton, another woman, and three unknown men drowned after their small boat drifted under ice. The tragedy occurred at sea as the group faced freezing conditions.
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Victoria
Tees
Alaska
Mra
Dumbleton
Overcoats Hennessy offers new fall and winter line in Montana
The Overcoats Hennessy store unveils a full line of fall and winter overcoats claiming unmatched style and quality in Montana. Shown in front windows are featured garments with the season’s textures and colors, inviting customers to try them on and compare their appeal.
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Hennessy
Montana
Hero
Hennessys Overcoats Are the Best This Season
An advertisement lists multiple overcoats with sizes and prices. Dark brown, gray, oxford, and beaver styles feature velvet collars, satin linings, and raw edges. Prices range from 20 to 37.50 with detailed fabric notes and extensive sizing.
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Oxford Melton
Riek Kersey
Riek Bhick
Vienna
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South Africa
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Jaro
Hennessy’s
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