Arrest of H M Benedict and safe transport to South Dakota
A fragmented report states H M Benedict, brother in law of W W Taylor, was arrested in Chicago and held at the Lelind Hotel before Pinkerton detectives confirmed his involvement with a defaulter and arranged his transfer toward South Dakota. The sequence notes Benedict’s prior flight to New York and Chicago, a failed search, and swift custody after recapture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Benedict
W. W. “Taylor
South Dakota
Lolind Hotel
Pinkerton
Bondditt
Naylor
Benedreth
New York
O'Donnell Knocks Out Wilrat in Twenty-First Round
In Coney Island New York on May 3 Steve O'Donnell stopped Jake Wilrat in the twenty first round after a brutal exchange. Wilrat showed resolve but could not overcome the Australian challenger. The late action featured sustained punches to the neck and rapid blows that left Wilrat battered but game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steve Uman- OM
Australia
Coney, Ieland
N. X
Steve O'Douisl
Jake Wilrat
Jake
O'Donnell
Pont
Inke
Hee
Pipie
Missouri convention urges action against unlawful detention
The Missouri Christian Endeavor society calls on the governor to seek legislative measures to stop unwarranted detention of women and girls in prisons, nurseries, reformatories, convents, and similar institutions, claiming past violations of civil liberty and slavery-like conditions. The plea seeks protection under law during the current legislative session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Christian Endeavor Society
United States
Tragic Drunken Row Ends in Death at Sleepy Eye
In Sleepy Eye Minnesota a street tragedy after 11 pm leaves Alfred Koetherle, twenty, fatally shooting himself after a clash with fellow bartender Frit Roaling over a change dispute at Bade's saloon. A feud allegedly dates back over a year, Koelne expected to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minn
Alfred Koetherle
Bade
Koelne
Koelme
Man dies of dog bite hydrophobia may prove fatal
Faribault Minn May 5 Police man Louis Joachim lies at his home near death from hydrophobia after a dog bite received over a month ago Precautions were taken but last Friday he fell ill and hydrophobia symptoms appeared last evening A mad dog owned by a Gilbertson bit Otto Stro berger and Daniel Donohue sons in separate incidents plus disaster reports from Eastern Texas describe washouts and a bridge collapse stranding residents and officials with rescued climbers after the flood portions of rail line washed away
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houghton
Tex
Texas
A.digpateh
Nacodoches
Bonita Bagot
Judge. Louis
Barnam
Henry Carroway
George Barham
Hubi Lewis
Strike at Mesaba mine paralyzes Duluth workers
In Duluth Minnesota on Mesaba iron range a strike shuts down the Lanksin-Rockefeller mine as 350 miners walk out. Lenders pressing for higher wages sparked the walkout and the dispute threatens to spread to other troops in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duluth
Minn
lanksin-Rockefeller
Mesaba
Hail Storms Hit Omaha and Fire Destroys Greenwood
Terrific hail storm damages Omaha districts with widespread glass and tree destruction. In Bay City Michigan, May 8, forest fires reportedly destroy Greenwood, causing significant property losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Second annual sculpture exhibition opens in New York
American sculptors exhibit at the National Sculpture Building in the All Arts Galleries. The second annual show opened today in New York, showcasing works from prominent artists and drawing attention to contemporary sculpture trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Sculptors
New York
National Sculpture
Alleries
Fine Arta’ Building
Royal Gathering Before Victoria at Buckingham Palace
Crowds filled the approaches to Buckingham Palace as royals including the Prince of Wales, Duke and Duchess of York, and many other princes, dukes, and duchesses gathered for a grand display planned for the drawing room ceremony. The royal procession to the throne room moved through London, marking a historic assembly of royalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
London
Buckingham Palace
Prince
Wales
Duke
York
Kilcanad
Saice-Colurg- Gotha
Gon- Might
Mel
eaberg-Strelitz
Christian
Schleswig-Holstein
Wise
Vienry of
Battenberg
Marchiontss
Lorne
Duchess of
Albany
Duke of
Cambridge
Saxe-Welmar
Royal baking powder touted for better bread and desserts
A home tip asserts that using Royal baking powder in cooking improves outcomes. It claims breads rolls cakes dumplings crullers puddings and puddings become sweeter lighter more wholesome and tasty when Royal is used in receipts.
Exchange of Ratification of Treaty of Peace in Shanghai
May 10 reports say ratification of the peace treaty between China and Japan was exchanged at Chefoo. Sir Robert Hart, inspector general of the Chinese customs, guaranteed the additional indemnity demanded by Japan for relinquishing its claim to the Lao Tung peninsula, subject to total indemnity financing remaining under his control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chia Koo
Shanghai
Chna
Japan
Che Foo
Robert Mart
Generl
Tapan
Lao Tung
Russia
France
Germany
Robert Hart
Revolution in Ecuador Protects American Interests Vessel WHL
Washington May 10 A war vessel has been sent to Ecuador where a revolution is in progress to protect American interests Gen Aloy Alfaro is reported involved in the events and the intervention is described as safeguarding American stakes in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
States
Washington
Ecuador
Aloy Alfaro
Ute revolutionary leader gains followers and town
The figure leading Guayagull and Quite revolution seeks change as 5 000 to 10 000 followers surge. Reports say they captured Tbarro, a town of about 2 000, while Gen Alfaro, exiled to Nicaragua after the 1883 revolt, is feared and supported by prominent local merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ute
Gen. Alfaro
Nicaragua
Tbarro
Alfaro
Guayagull
Ontario official backs Royal Baking Powder over rivals
The Ontario analyst completes a study of Canadian baking powders and declares Royal Baking Powder far superior to Gathers and similar brands, recommending its use over others based on the investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ontario
American Forger Arrested in London Over Forged Notes
Merdal Howard, an American citizen, was arraigned at Westminster police court after his April 29 arrest for possessing engraved plates and materials for forging American postage stamps. British police link him to wider networks showing plates for printing 1,000 franc notes and bogus trench railway bonds. He was remanded until Tuesday next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Merdal Howard
Westminster
Howard
Bank of France
Desperado James Camp Held in Jalil for Examination
James Camp, tied to the New Richmond outbreak, was brought to Jalil Cumberland Wisconsin on May 10 for examination before Judge H. C. Doolittle. Proceedings adjourned to May 11 due to district attorney's absence. Bail set at 1000 dollars. failure to post bail risks confinement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jalil
Cumberland
Wis
James Camp
New Richmond
H. C. Doolittle
Dall
Evans & Co. Chicago Branch Closes Local Office
The commission house of Ir. T. Evans & Co. here closed its doors today drawing many people seeking the managers. It was reputed to be a branch of Evans & Co. of Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincey
Ir. T. Evans & Co
Evans & Co
Chicago
Commodore Potter Retires From Naval Board Post
Washington May 10 Commodore E B Potter governor of the naval home at Philadelphia and the ranking commodore in the navy retires tomorrow after long service in high command roles with the fleet and shore establishments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potter
Washington
Philadelpha
Navy
Trouble for Dole as Japanese in Hawaii loom
A San Francisco report warns of rising tensions in Hawaii as Japanese residents with military training may attempt to seize control of the government amid unrest among natives. The informant predicts possible insurrection and says Dole and his allies may be out of office by August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Hawaii
W. Ashford
Dole
China
Ashford
Manx
Mr. Ashford
Harwell
Oftelnia
Royal Baking Powder Endorsed by Chicago Health Official
Walter S. Hannen, M.D. chemist to the Chicago Board of Health, asserts Royal Baking Powder is superior to all others in ovary ra spod and entirely free from adulteration and impurity, producing greater leavening gas volume in baking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter S. Hannen
Chicago Board of Health
Valley Terminal plans Green Bay to Neenah rail spur
Madison May 10 A new rail road for the Max river valley is assured by Valley Terminal with capital of 750000 The line will run from Green Bay through Brown Outnginle and Winnemhaga to Neenah about thirty miles passing Green Bay Kaukauna Appleton and Neenah The stock divided into 7500 shares of 100 each John J MacIntyre holds nearly all It may extend to Oshkosh Also American Timber Company organized with 500000 capital at Appleton to manufacture wood pulp and paper
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ningearea
Madison
Wis
Max River Valley
Green Bay
Brown
Outnginle
Winnebhaga
Neenah
Kaukauna
Appleton
John J. MacIntyre
Niagara Yalls
Beleve
Oshkosh
Hara
American Timber Company
Gold Reserve Contract With Syndicate Nears End
Washington May 10 Today marks the end of the third month under the bond contract with the Morgan Rothschild syndicate of New York. The treasury reports the gold reserve rising from 42,793,000 on Feb 8 to 62,001,570 now a net gain of 4,808,519 for three months. The syndicate deposited about 10,009, completing its obligations to date but leaving no apparent surplus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syndicaute
Ilia
Washington
Morgan-Rothschild Syndicate
New York
Treasury
New York and Treasury
Proclamation Opens Lands North of St Paul for Settlers
Gov v Clough issues proclamation opening to settlement the old state land grant to the Hastings and Dakota Railway company. Senate file 3875 directs surrender of state land to the United States, a move aimed to relinquish the claim. The lands include a large tract of prairie hill and dale along the Hastings and Dakota road now under a receiver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Gov v. Clough
Hastings & Dakota Railway Company
Senate
United States
Hastings & Dakota Road
Great Britain to be paid £15000 by Nicaragua in London
Managua on May 10 reports that £15000 sterling will be paid by Nicaragua to Great Britain. Donations from three German mercantile firms total about £2000, with the full sum ready in London within days. Public opinion in Nicaragua grows more bitter toward Britain after the Corinto landing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Managua
Nicaragua
Great Britain
London
Corinto
Dr Byron Read of New York Dies in Hospital
Dr John M Byron, a noted bacteriologist from New York, died today at the New York hospital from consumption, according to officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byron Read
New York
John
Byron
Ted
New York Hospital
Murder Jealousy Triggers Fatal Shooting at Berglund Home
Minneapolis May 8 A jealous rage leads Fritz Williams to shoot Thomas Williama at the Berglund residence near the Windsor hotel. Williams confessed saying he waited near the church, confronted the victim at the window, and fired when he saw him approach. Police report no robbery motive. Williams claims self defense after an earlier dispute over marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williama
W. Thomna
Minneapolis
Frits Williame
Ft. W. Thonine
Seo Telegraph
Trio
R. 1
Bergelund
Thomas
Borglunds
Thomas I
Berglund
Mrite Williama
Williams
Gome Tine
Windsor Hotel
Berghind
Windsor
Willams Hegan
Thomas Hved
Bergland's
Willaas
Chienge Avenue
Iis
Willams
Fire damages Sioux Falls block and school supplies
A serious blaze in the Syndlegate block in Sioux Falls last night damaged $44,700 worth of Chicago School Supply Co books and maps. The four story brick structure, built at $60,000, required three water mains to save it. Earl Norton managed the supplier, and Stout's orchestra lost $250 in music. The Cooperative Savings and Loan Association also sustained water damage. insured property totals $25,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Chicago School Supply Company
Earl ¥. Norton
Stout
Cooperative Savings and Loan Association
Invention by John A Secor Rivalry with Edison
A trial soon will test John A Becor's marine propulsion system. Edison recognizes Secor as a rival and cites the invention could reduce fuel and space requirements for transatlantic steamers. The system aims to increase passenger and cargo capacity by cutting fuel needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Secor
Edison
New York
John A. Becor
Eilison
Cary
Secor system for self supporting vessels on the sea
The Secor system aims to make ships self supporting by using multiple enclosed cylinders that inject a mix of air and atomized fuel ignited to discharge against the water at the stern. The controlled gas expulsions propel the vessel, with about 60 to 80 per minute, elevating the rocket like a jet. The inventor believes this will trigger a major commercial revolution similar to steam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secor
Ava
An Fishor Arrented in Nebraska Forgery Case
In Kearney Nebraska editor W R Reese of the Kearney Journal is under arrest charged with forgery linked to county warrants. Authorities allege he altered warrants in numerous cases and the total involved runs into thousands. Brockton shoe prices to rise sharply per pair. Sheriff in Marcus California pursues two suspected train robbers. posse moves to seize them after locating at a remote site four miles west of town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ikearney, Neb
W. R. Reese
Kearney
Prain
Marcus
Cal
Nel
T.W. Tt. Reese
Danker Dead Wanenu Bank Leader Jacob Poff Dies
Jacob Poff, vice president of the First National Bank and a prominent Wanenu resident, died last evening after a long illness. His death removes a leading local financial figure and community member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danker
Wanenu
Wis
Jacob Poff
First National Bank
British withdrawal from Corinto ends tense stand
Nicaraguan government accepts a modified British ultimatum, easing a dispute with Salvador. Rear Admiral Stephenson orders withdrawal of most troops from Corinto while Capt. Trench of the Royal Arthur is named governor. Warships resume routine as public spectators watch the embarkation of marines and sailors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Managua
Nicaragua
Donon
Associated Press
London
Stephenson
Corluto
Trench
Royal Arthur
Corinto
Sriday
Custom House
Nicnrneu
Burglary Hits Blooming Prairie Store
Blooming Prairie Minnesota May reports a break in at T G Tenson & Co general store. Two burglars changed clothes and shoes, replaced with stock outfits, stole two mac rosh overcoats and canned goods. Old clothes contained postage stamps. Clothing matched outfits seen in Pratt Perday area. Notes indicate a third local burglary recently and townsfolk vow to catch the thieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blooming Prairie
Minn
T. G. Tenson & Co
Pratt Perday
Judge Bunn overrules demurrer in Madison conspiracy case
In Madison Wisconsin on May 7 Judge Bunn in the United States court overruled the demurrer of defendants Hoydland McCord Osborn and others charged with conspiring to defraud the government by a scheme to obtain title to pine lands in Ashland district while Lloydlault was receiver. The decision means the cases will be tried, probably in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison, Wis
Bunn
United States
Hoydland
National Wall Paper plant seized in solvent Appleton firm case
The National Wall Paper Company of Kaukauna had its plant attached by Sheriff Banke in Appleton under a $7,150 judgment. The claim is held by Badger Paper, which sold the plant to a trust and has not received full payment. The company remains solvent and the sheriff now holds the property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appleton
Wis
Banke Ins
National Wall Paper Company
Kaukauna
Badger Paper Company
Missing Oakland Girl Linked to Church Murders
San Francisco reports Stella Hughes, daughter of Capt. Hughes of Oakland, is missing. Authorities fear the same traumatic events at Emanuel Baptist Church, noted for its recent murders causing nationwide horror, may have driven her to flee or leap into the sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Emanuel Baptist Church
Stella Haughes
Capt. Haughes
Oakland
New Fish Hatchery Site Sparks Wisconsin Interest
Bayfield Wis May 7 The location of a new fish hatchery in North Wisconsin draws much interest as the board of fish commissioners plans to meet in Madison next week to open proposals. The commission as a whole or by committee will likely inspect proposed sites in person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayfield
Wis
Wisconsin
Board of Fish Commissioners
Maidison
All Fulster Arecated case warrants and amount sought
A fragment references warrants and a case involving an amount in the thousands. Names cited include Fulster Arecated, Kearney, Nel, May T.W. Tt. Reese. The text is unclear but notes a legal action with a monetary figure around four thousand dollars.
Chicago Pioneer Dead Founder of Tribune Passes
Chicago May 7 James Kelly a founder and pioneer of the Chicago Tribune died today in Chiccazo. His death marks the loss of a key figure in early Chicago journalism and local history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
James Kelly
The
Chicago Tribune
General Strike Affecting Sharon Blast Furnace Workers
Reports from Sharon Pennsylvania on May 7 indicate a general strike among blast furnace employees. In Cuba the steamer Munscotte brings word that forts at San Ramon de Las Yaquis and La Colonia, each with about 260 men, plus Santiago province troops, were captured last week by 1,780 insurgents led by Maceo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharon
Sampa
Flu
Munscotte
San Ramon de Las Yaquis
la Colonia
Santiago
Maceo
A P A Milwaukee Big Session Faces Faction Strife
The American Protective Association holds its annual supreme council session in Liberty Hall with about 400 delegates. factions debate coalition with parties, a separate state party, or open publicity. The free silver issue may shape plans, and leaders face pressure to unite or risk splintering branches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P
Milwaukee
Auprema Council of
American Protective Association
Idbberty Hall
Agancation
Royal Baking Powder Epitomizes Modern Cookery Aid
The Royal Baking Powder is praised as the greatest modern aid in cooking, elevating every recipe that relies on a valued ingredient to perfection and embodying a standard of quality for culinary receipts.
Two Ydans at Waupun as McMaster Gets Two Year Sentence
Capt McMaster stood before Judge Bailey in Bau Claire Wis and received a two year sentence to Waupun for his alleged offenses. The judge cited deterrence over retribution and lamented the influence of financial markets on families while noting the impending federal indictment next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. McMaster
Bau Claire
Tau Claire
Wis
Harry B. McMaster
Credit Court
Bailey
Chicago Board of Trade
Washburt
Minnesota
McMaster
Waupun
Federal Grand Jury
Madison
President Cleveland Denounces Libel Case Pardoning Request
Washington May 10 The president refused the pardon petition of William Chase recently convicted of publishing a libel against O G I Taylor recorder of deeds of the District of Columbia Both Chase and Taylor are colored and Chase was sentenced to ninety days in the U S jail The president condemned the act as a malicious and detestable crime and declined clemency noting the need to protect journalism and social peace Health authorities report exhaustive tests showing Royal baking powders superior to all others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Washington
William Chase
OG. I. J. Taylor
Deeda
District of Columbia
Chase
Taylor
Chinge
United States
Naylor
Jury Clears J M Bartlett Case in Le Sueur Trial
May 10 at Le Sueur Center a jury was secured and the cage of J M Bartlett, president of the Gilbert Gunn cam pins, went to trial. The minor O A Gilbert turned state's evidence as first witness. Judge Caldwell ruled the ticket contract covered wheat storage and ordered a verdict for the defendant, ending prosecution against remaining defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
le Sueur
Minn
le Sueur Center
J. M. Bartlett
Gilbert Gunn Campins
Mingor
O. A. Gilbert
Caldwell
Strikers at Franklin Mine Stand Firm in Wage Fight
Duluth May 10 reports indicate potential trouble at the Franklin mine in Virginia as workers strike for wage advancement. No serious incidents yet, but miners remain resolute and intend to halt all mining work. Sheriff Burchart received a telegram from Supt Harris asking for protection against the steam shovel work. The unit of value decision by Willan A. Vincent confirms the dollar as the monetary standard from 1702 to 1875.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duluth
Pranklin
Virginia
Burchart
Supt
Harris
The
Franklin Pime
Chicago
Willan A. Vincent
Hopkins
William 8
Forest
Annual State Convention of Ancient Order of United Workmen
Datted Workmen Meet Oshkosh Wisconsin May 10 Grand Master Wheelock of Medford presiding about 124 delegates present Officers reports show the order flourishing Ladies auxiliary lodge in general attendance Both will adjourn tomorrow after electing new state officers
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh
Wis
Ancient Order of United Workmen
Wheelock
Medford
Iegiea of Honor
Genalton
Atate
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Greenwood
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Gubat
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May
Salvador
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Adogell
Waupan
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