Elgin Echo reports brutal murders in China mission raids
The Elgin Echo details a brutal incident in China where American missionaries Miss Chestnut and Mrs Maehle were publicly exposed in a temple, then tossed into a river. Amy Maehle, the doctor’s 10-year-old child, was carried off and killed in the water. The mob killed Mr and Mrs Peale in a similarly brutal act witnessed by Mrs Peale.
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Muchie
Lisnehow
Chin
Sila
Nish
Miss Chestant
Mra Maehle
Amy Maehle
Miss Chestnut
Amy Mable
Brave tars commended for rescue off Taku
Secretary Bonaparte commends two Ohio sailors J Clegg and A Y Froman for rescuing a fellow crewman from drowning after a staging rope broke off the ship off Taku China. Frederick Klaus jumped overboard to aid, with Froman and Clegg injured. The story also notes a new Oklahoma governor appointment and other varied items.
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Bonaparte
Ohio
Bles
Taku
China
J. Clegg
A. Y. Froman
Clegg
Theath Froman
Frederick
W. Klaus
Fromtan
Irom
Klaus
Massacre in a Chinese Mission Hospital Linked to Mob
A mob in Lienchow attacks the Catholic mission hospital after protests over a street theater near the hospital. Several missionaries and staff are killed or wounded, including Dr. Machie, Mrs. Machie and Miss Patterson. American authorities and mission boards seek aid, while local officials withhold details as boycotts and unrest spread.
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Lienchow
Merel
Liongkong
Amearie
Machie
Machle
Pearle
Chestnut
Miss Matterson
Misa Patterson
Yamen
Mackie
Colao
American Board of Missions
Catton
Cnithoile
Ishop Merel
Canton
Eulogy and Unveiling of Morton Statue at Nebraska City
In a 3000 strong ceremony Nebraskans unveil a statue of J Sterling Morton founder of Arbor Day and ex secretary of agriculture. Former President Grover Cleveland delivers a tribute praising Morton’s civic righteousness and devotion to public duty and nature.
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Bia
J. Sterling Morton
Arbor Day
Nebraska City
Neb
Grover Cleveland
Adini BH
Stevenson
Gov
Mickey
Hairy A. Herbert
David RB
Francis
Morton
Mer. Cleveland
Thease
Anna
Notes on Current Events and Maritime Update
Journal notes report John D Rockefeller learning to drive his own car. The whaler Gayhead returns to San Francisco with 400 bercela of oil and 3,000 pounds of bone. The Sylph under Evana commands duty at Oyster Bay and New York, returns to Washington. The Lena transport, interned at Mare Island, is reassigned to San Francisco. The Interior Secretary orders withdrawal of 300,000 acres in Cheyenne district for a forest reserve. Italy’s consul general seeks sworn evidence from Pierpont Morgan to locate the original vendor of a stolen papal cope. A decapitated body found near Glyndousdfiin. details incomplete.
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Gayhead
San Francisco
Lient
Evana
Oyster Bay
New York
Tee
Washington
Navy Department
Lena
Mare Island
Han Anized
Navy Yard
Secretary of the Interior
Cheyenne
Wio
Italy
Tto
Pierpont Morgan
Maine
Shaw
Barbarities by Mobs in Odessa Jewish Slaughter
Disturbances in Odessa on Saturday killed and injured many Jews with 140 reported dead and 5600 affected across three days. Looting spread, hundreds of homes and all bakeries and mills destroyed. Reports claim police and soldiers incited mobs, looters shielded by authorities, and Red Cross workers attacked. University area saw theft of valuables and custodial corpses amid threats to burn the university and kill professors. Disorder in southern Russia subsided as Finland drew attention after St Petersburg’s announcement.
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Odessa
Gtck
Red Cross
Russia
Finland
St. Petersburg
Self Government in Russia Martial Law Brings Clear Streets
Report describes martial law in Odessa stopping chaos after 48 hours with troops clearing mobs and restoring order. Military actions left thousands deprived of firearms and revolvers seized from artisans and students while a strict curfew is imposed and nightly arrests loom.
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Odessa
Tzig
Western turmoil and Russian unrest cited in edict
Reports describe a partial victory for constitutionalists as an emperor grant ed concessions to St Petersburg. In Russia unrest spreads with fear of army disaffection and deadly clashes in Odessa and Jedozvograd. A Moscow funeral for reformer Baumann drew nearly 800000 mourners with red banners and a 300-strong choir. News also notes the Indemnity Savings and Loan in Cleveland facing a large depositor claim and a lynching damages suit in Illinois.
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Sive
St. Petersburg
Helsingfors
Berlin
Jedozvograd
Don
Russia
Odessa
Moscow
Nichales Baumann
Dolgozlova
Salaried Paradise and Washington Society Contrasts
Washington may be called the salaried man's paradise with over 60 000 men and commuters in government service. Ambitious schemers watch legislation trends while petty millionaires seek social recognition often denied at home. The society is a blend of contrasts and contests in the twentieth century.
Dodd's Kidney Pills Help Rheumatism Sufferer
Catherine Deville recalls relief from years of rheumatic pain after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. At seventy three she began with a box and found immediate easing of pain, reporting she is in better health than in years.
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Sacramatta
Dodd
Catherine Deville
Heroe
Rawanek Wins and the Insurance Debate Sparks Graft Talk
Cleveland Leader notes a heated exchange between Mr Jawback and Mrs Jawback about insurance and policy intent. The dialogue touches on graft implications and the risk if a death occurs.
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Rawanek
Mr. Jawback
Cuticura Soap and Vintment Offer Skin Relief for Infants
Advert informs that Cuticura products ease skin and blood ailments in babies including infantile eruptions, milk crust, pimples, rashes, and scalp issues. Claims swift, permanent, economical care, surpassing other remedies and even physicians, per a period home health tone.
New Breadmaking Process Promises Faster Results
Washington Star reports a State Department official notes a secret method from Consul Machin in Nottingham that claims to cut dough preparation and rising from hours to about one hour. Demonstrations show dough ready in 59 minutes and 25 loaves produced in under two hours, with more bread per sack than the ordinary method.
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State Department
Washington Star
Machin
Nortingham
Gratitude Note Praises Postum Coffee Alternative
A Texas family testimonial extols Postum Food Coffee as healthier than traditional coffee. The author claims improved infant health, relief from bilious habits, and a curing effect on constipation, naming relatives and praising the product from Postum Co. Battie Creek Michigan.There's a reason Rel the little book Tha Road to Wellville.
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Lone Star State
Texas
Postum
Postum Co
Battie Creek
Mich
Wellville
Chicago Business Activity Boosts Industrial Demand
The late Chicago market shows expanding business, with heavy exchanges and rising commodities demand for future output. Rail and construction needs grow, but many projects cannot finish before mid-year. prices for steel, lumber, and related materials firm as weather aids activity and distribution improves amid high purchasing power.
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Chicago
Iran
Ecome
Furnacn Jytnd
Sitish
Westresquest
Brealey
Cittons
Prilnies
Cuieage
Dun
Teitde
Commodity Prices Across Cities in Market Report
The list compiles daily prices for cattle, hogs, sheep, wheat, corn, oats and rye across Chicago, Cincinnati, Detroit, Milwaukee, Toledo, Buffalo and New York. It notes bid ranges for grades and firms, with regional variations in value and quality indicators.
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Pedite Lisary
Tadianapolikx
St. Towin
Cincinnati
Detroit
Milwaukee
Coutmon
Laonibe
Fuge
Choice
I New York
Sheen
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