Hidden Monroe deed unearthed in old Brooklyn portrait
Mrs Mattern of Brooklyn discovers a 1812 era deed signed by President Monroe hidden within a portrait frame. The document grants South land to James Darden, descendant of an War of 1812 veteran, and is valued at about 500000 dollars. Investigators say it was properly entered in Washington records and a recovery suit may follow.
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Sophie Matiern
Brooklyn
Dad
Carrolls
Washington
Oil Well Struck in Stable Yard of Bakery Company
Drilling for water at the Welle Boettler Bakery Company yard on Vandeventer Ave and Kovest Park, St. Louis, hit oil at 505 feet. Uncertain pumping viability and cost to salvage the product as the amount present is unknown. People report no immediate salvage plan.
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Welle-Boettler Bakery Company
Vandevonter Avenue
Kovest Park
Voulevard
St. Louis
Destructive Floods Wreak Widespread Damage Across Pennsylvania
Reports from across the nation describe devastating floods as snowmelt and rain surge rivers. In Pennsylvania, the Susquehanna River between Wilkes-Barre and Sunbury threatens ice jams and inundates towns. railroads and mills submerged. Middleton and Harrisburg endure severe flooding. Allentown, York, Pottsville and others suffer extensive damage and loss of life is feared.
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Ney
Pennsylvania
Susques Hanun
Niles
Wilkesbarre
Suobby
Wilkes Barre
Bunbury
Harrisburg
Delaware Valley
Allentown
York
Renting
Bloomsburg
Pottsville
Rupert
Lehighton
Sunbury
War and Wheat Prices Driven by Speculation
The article argues that May wheat prices rose due to speculative trading tied to the war in the East, not actual demand. It notes consumer prices rose for flour despite no shipments to belligerents, and concludes real price effects depend on prolonged conflict and global supply shifts, likely far below forecasts.
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Russia
Japan
Chiia
Kentucky railroads expand mileage and big lines rise
A fragmented report notes Kentucky railroads increasing mileage to 3 180 miles while Wisconsin Central urges greater car capacity. New York Central reports 192 250 000 in outstanding stock dividends as the Latto Rochester and Pittsburg plan night express service enhancements. A Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis growth is highlighted along with fare changes and industry moves across multiple regions.
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Kentucky
Wisconsin Central
Cain
New York Central
Latito
Rochester
Pitsburg
Baer
Titthburg
N.Y
Nashville
Chactanooga
St. Louis
Vexna Railroad Commission
Ordges
W. OM. Bancroft
Anmaager
Union Baciny
Ouiaha
Messewa
Envivut
Paelie
Lewar Culiinefornia
Big Four
Galion
Indianapolis
Springtinia
Ord
Avibus
Progress of the War Amid Fog and Rumor
War updates describe heavy fog over East Asia hostilities with no official land movements disclosed. Reports from Chefoo and Tien-Tsin conflict on Japanese damage at Port Arthur while Russian vessels move freely. Japanese shipping, possible Vladivostock blockade, and a projected push toward Kirin remain unconfirmed amid scarce reliable details.
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Russia
Japan
Port Arthur
Chefoo
Saseka
Tien-Tsin
Yashimo
Asami
Cokiwa
Askold
Ruasinna
Pigean Bay
Kirin
Possict Bay
Yalu
Vlndivostock
Forces in Korea and Manchuria Move Toward Engagement
Reports from dispatches indicate Japanese and Russian forces advancing in northern Korea with mounted Cossacks seizing telegraphs as reconnaissance. Both sides maneuver for position near Ping Yang while Gen. Kouropatkin delays front action until about 400,000 troops are ready. American observers are not to join Russian forces before late April.
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Japan
Korea
Russia
Manchuria
Europe
Anju
Ping Yang
Tussin
Kouropatkin
Imperial mobilization order shocks civilian Russia
The Czar's imperial decree calls up virtually all Russian troops and reserves for six weeks of training and mobilization in the east, signaling a long war with Japan. Officials frame it as harmless, but military observers see total mobilization. Public celebrations are barred to curb unrest.
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Czar
Russia
Far East
Caplital
Japan
Tha Cant
Nagangki
Toklo
Lye
Japanese Dread Dalny War Mines Extend Far Out
Report describes Japanese forces at Dalny and nearby mines as they move troops, vessels, and supplies to Port Arthur. Mentions heavy labor by officers, marines, and coolies, with mines and harbor defenses cited as key strategic elements amid conflicting Far East war news from London and Paris.
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Marbor
Port Arthur
Pha
Dalny
Chang
China
Pekin
Japan
Secret Japanese troop Concentration Moves Revealed
A Nagasaki cablegram via Shanghai reports a major buildup of Japanese forces toward the coast. It notes first and second reserve mobilizations, transports to Chamulpo, and strict censorship. Railways are controlled, and officials withhold campaign details from almost all but a few leaders.
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Nagasaki
Shanghai
Tokio
Sendai
Kumamote
Chamulpo
Komopatkin
Natcly Fuson
Baikal Route Soldiers Stranded by Harsh Ice Crossing
Hundreds of Russian troops reportedly face medical unfitness after a brutal march across Lake Baikal. Independent witnesses refute official statements, citing inadequate clothing and meager rations. Soldiers endure frosty conditions, with tea and dry bread at start and end, hot gruel at midpoints. Boots are traded for vodka, causing frozen feet and drunkenness. Stragglers are abandoned unless rescued by comrades.
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Laka Baikal
Battal
Britain coal lands on Japanese ships in London harbor
About 25 000 tons of British coal are being landed on Japanese steamers in London for Japan. Russians advance in Korea and a landing is reported on the east coast as tensions mount in the Far East.
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London
Japan
Port Arthur
Nokia
Bun- Chun
Ping-Yang
Lake Baik
Jce
Gans
St. Petersburg
Far East
Tugeia
Trnm
United States
Korea
Anzu
Edwin V. Morgan
Dalny
Russia
Prince Lobanoff
Tambovo
Ceaters
Irkutsk
Siberia
Trade turmoil and wage renewals across U S markets
Telegram summaries from U S and Canadian firms show irregular trade in early January. Railroad costs and rate wars affect steel, copper, and cereals as demand shifts. Chicago and Pittsburgh lead activity while New York and Boston lag. Wage agreements renewed across industries hint at stabilized operations despite weather and car shortages.
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Dat
Yor International Mercantile Agency
United States
Aml Ganada
St. Pau
Minneapolis
Duluth
Hessemer PLC
Pittsburg
Bessemer
St Mum
New York
Boston
Kh G di & Co
Chicago
Weetty
Antesaya
Aithluat
Cattle and grain prices across U.S. markets in old column
The list shows Chicago and New York cattle quotes plus grains and hogs with price ranges. Wheat No 2 red and corn No. 2 figures appear alongside oats rye and butter values, reflecting regional market readings.
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Chicago
Timothy
Corp
Siti
New York
Lew Bua
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