American Sentiment on Boer War Stirs British Press
American writer Max O Rell claims most Americans oppose England in the Boer war, except a small eastern bloc. Senate resolution expresses neutral but sympathetic interest and calls for a peaceful settlement. The piece then reports a large Methodist conference gathering in Chicago with delegates from 124 annual conferences and many international church representatives.
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Fort Travis Named Along Texas Forts
Fort Travis is officially designated as the latest Texas named seacoast fort joining Forts San Jacinto and Crockett. General McKibbin directs Ft. Bliss command to check if any enlisted men wish to seek commissions and submit their names promptly.
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Prison for Life Commutation in Garret Case
In Dallas on May 2 Gong v. Sayers commuted Wash Garret's death sentence to life imprisonment. Garret, a Black man, was to be hanged Friday for killing his wife last summer, but the governor granted clemency.
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Sayers
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El Paso Man Granted a Patent for Thimble Attachment
Archie E. Brown of El Paso has been granted a patent for any attachment for thimbles. The patent was reported by a Washington special on May 2 in San Antonio Texas.
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San Antonio
Tex
Washington
Archie E. Brown
el Paso
Methodist Episcopal quadrennial conference opens in Chicago
Bishop Bowman rapped for order at nine o'clock this morning as the quadrennial general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church began in the Chicago auditorium.
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Bowman
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Kansas City Market Cattle and Hogs Report
May market summary from Kansas City shows cattle receipts at 7 000 with values from natives 4.00 to 5.15 Texas and Indian 4.20 to 4.80 and cows and heifers 2.75 to 4.75 bulls 3.00 to 4.00 stockers and feeders 3.50 to 5.0 westerns 4.00 to 5.90 hogs receipts 14 000 with bulk 5.10 to 5.20 and top 5.30 sheep receipts 2 500 with lambs steady to weaker clipped lambs 6.25 to 7.25 spring lambs 7.50 to 8.00 clipped sheep 5.00 to 5.25.
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Texas
Bryan dollar banquet set for Mohawk club in Detroit
About 1200 people are expected to attend the Bryan dollar banquet at the Auditorium in Detroit tonight. Guest of honor will be Mr. Bryan who will address the audience on Democracy. Other speakers include Governor Beckham of Kentucky Congressman Sulzer of New York and Chairman Jones of Arkansas.
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Bryan Dollar
Mohawk Club
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Kentucky
Sulzer
New York
Jones
Arkansas
Central & Hudson strike crisis near Buffalo
A. M. Waite, superintendent of motive power for the New York Central and Hudson River railroad, met with the strikers' committee in Buffalo at 8 AM. The crisis is believed imminent as about 5,000 railroad workers are on strike in the city.
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Secretary Long censures Chadwick for disrespectful remarks
Chadwick Washington May 2. Secretary Long's letter to Captain Chadwick reprimands him for using disrespectful language about Schley. The secretary states the language was unwarranted and unbecoming of an officer toward his superiors.
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Olga Sues Reverend for 50000 Defamation Claim
Olga Nether sues Rev. Gaston of Washington DC for 50000 citing defamation of character in a New York filing dated May 2. The action seeks damages and outlines the alleged harming statements.
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Olga Nethersole Today
Rev. Gaston
Washington, D.C
Holocaust in a Mine
A terse clipping notes a deadly incident inside a mine with no additional context or specifics provided in the fragment. No names, locations, dates, or organizations are readable in the supplied text.
Explosion Rocks Scofield Mine No 40 Claimed by Fleagant Co
May 2 reports from the Scofield district describe a terrible explosion at Mine No 40 operated by the Fleagant Valley Coal Company. Rescue efforts are underway as details on casualties and causes remain scarce.
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Fleagant Valley Coal Company
Scofield
Roberts S trapped as Braves beat path to pennant push
Roberts remains central as Odom and the Braves press for momentum, with manager Paul James urging focus amid late season scrutiny.
London Shouts Chase Thaba Nchhu
British report says three Boer guns outgunning the artillery as volleys continue. No frontal assault planned. General Andryan Hamilton directs defensive actions amid delayed May fighting.
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N'Chu
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Andryan Hamilton
Grim toll rises after western mine disaster
Reports describe a savage mining catastrophe west of the Mississippi with initial death toll estimates around 300 to 350. Scarcity of coffins and urgent carpenters highlight the scale as women and children search for missing relatives amid scenes of heavy loss and charred remains.
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Inauguration of Porto Rico Governor Charles Allen
Charles Allen was inaugurated governor of Porto Rico in a ceremony marked by pomp and dignity. Gen. Davis commanded U S troops in the honor, ships fired salutes, and the town lit up with electric illumination as speeches were given.
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United States
San: Juan
National League Scores From Brooklyn New York Pittsburg
National League games reported with results across Brooklyn New York and Pittsburg venues. The text notes games extending to 10 innings and includes partial inning details and player annotations.
Kruger Orders British Subjects to Leave South Africa
President Kruger issues a proclamation detaining all British subjects to depart within 48 hours amid agitation over a shell factory explosion blamed on Britishers. Military actions target Manders at Thaba N'Chu and aim to cut retreat to Winberg.
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Thaba N’chu
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Cuban Situation: Rivera Downplays Revolt Rumors
General Rafo Rivera said Madrid advised of Cuban plans for revolt, but he sees little chance of trouble this year. General Segrario, Spanish consul, says most Havana Cubans across parties favor independence and threaten trouble if U.S. occupation lasts beyond the year or McKinley annexation efforts succeed.
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Segrario
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School Election Sevens Trustees to be Elected Saturday
Seven trustees are to be elected on Saturday May fifth. Ballots will list candidates for the school board and community members are urged to vote. The election aims to fill vacancies and guide district policy.
El Paso School Board Election Set for May 5
Residents prepare for the regular school board election on Saturday May 5. Seven trustees including a president will be chosen amid debates over partisan politics and school governance. The Herald reports the ticket comprises C Morehead F Pew W Martin E A Shelton and new members F W Gallagher Jes F Williams De Wright with most candidates seen as pro school interests.
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Dr. Race
A. G Foster
Foster
United States District Attorney
Herald
Texas Sheriffs Convention Heads to El Paso
The Texas Sheriffs association plans its annual convention in El Paso on July 10 with about 125 sheriffs and many deputies and family members attending. The four day event will draw a large crowd, highlighting law and order work across Texas counties.
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Texas
Chamber of Commerce
Metal Market firm copper silver and lead prices reported
New York May 2 copper firm at 17 and a half, silver at 59 cents, lead at 4.45. Mexican money quotation at El Paso today ranged 471 to 473.
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el Paso
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