Death by cremation shocks Elgin as engineer vanishes
In Elgin Iowa a young civil engineer missing for months left a note indicating plan to die by cremation. The note signed by W W Martin of St Louis described a collapse and warned against self harm by fire or water. Local authorities report the man and family are connected to a past breakdown and seek answers about his whereabouts and fate.
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Wille Thewting
Uwl
George Porter
W. W. Martin
Bt. Louis
Fms
Sont
Shes
Aul
Shas Mnetin
Sein
Louis
William Wi. Minetin
Mertin
Nave
Slocum Report Denounced by Survivors Protest
Survivors of Utlastur Sabre Inspectors' Decision denounce the Slocum report and protest the New York steamboat company's handling. They claim up to 300 victims were ignored and demand accountability from steamboat directors and officers. Resolutions support holding the steamboat company accountable, with a copy to President Roosevelt.
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Utlastur
Jane
New York
Stulkon
Tward Ws
Steamhent Company
Land Frauds Ahe'' Ala..hming and Statehood Fight
A sweeping article notes Senator Stewart of Nevada chairs the Indian affairs committee and warns land allotment frauds in Indian Territory could undermine the push for statehood. It also covers student exam fraud at Columbia University, a fatal freight wreck near Eastwood, and various political and military notes from Japan, New York, and Washington.
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William
Stewart
Akevada
Koneax Cine
Minate
Jin
Indian Territory
Sonster
Port Arthur Campaign Tides Shift in Asian Front
The report details Russian and Japanese positions near Taizhou and Liao-yuan lines with fighting around Port Arthur looming. It notes Japanese advances along passes and rivers, Russian reserves and rail lines, and the strategic importance of Port Arthur, with implications for larger campaigns and potential reinforcement patterns.
Port Arthur siege hardens as Japanese surge outside
Reports from St Petersburg state Russian forces defend Port Arthur with dwindling supplies as Japanese bombardment intensifies. Viceroy Alexei warns of a grim outcome while outside reinforcements line up, and rumors of a broad naval blockade escalate pressure on the besieged fortress.
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Port Arthur
Thaysuns
Nogi
Peteraburg
Alexiei
Ityoal Jipinpae
Gaye
Jas
Denny
Yosgole
Chefoo
Tapaneda
Arthur
Gig
Daloyy
Ndhentlana
World War News Briefing From The Front In Asia
A chaotic wartime digest describes Japanese advances around Mukden and surrounding Manchurian zones. Reports mention Russian detachments under ailing leadership, planned partitions at home, and shifting borders near Fushun and Hun River with artillery and infantry actions. Major General Orloff faces reassignment after a defeat at Taoyung.
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Tapan
Ingwar
Ovenia
Evenvatry
Mukden
Yaniad Stigny
Fmarvbul Oyama
Mikeara
Fai
Tarhin
Mukeon
Fushun
Orloff
Taoyung
Karopathis
Japanese advance and Kuropatkin positions near Mukden
The report notes Japanese pressure along Da Pane Pass and a potential withdrawal by Kuropatkin from the area. It mentions several Russian forces at the Dan Pane sector, with Russian troops retreating or preparing to retreat while Japan presses from the west and southeast near Mukden. The description places Da Pane Pass about forty five miles southeast of Mukden and near Liaoyang, with further fighting reported near the Hun River.
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Ta Paes
Mokden
Hlaoyang
Teling
Aukden
Telnoyang
Halcheng
Oku
Avules
Port Arthur
Mukiden
Kuoton Pass
Baus
Davon
Igedighet
Ithe Han
Waniag
Saf
BnlPras
Lin
Muidon
Wien
Russia
Trans-Siberian
Capacioy
Ithollake
Chefoo
Port Arthur i
Peninente
Reddiwih
Chufa
Stoessel
Kuropatkin
Ds Pass
Heaitaputeo
Muliden
Rheleas
Fox
Mukdan
Princess Itena’s War Guardians Attend Ceremonial Event
London Tattler reports a noble procession as Prince Henry and regiments attend the ceremony honoring Irene Peace, the daughter in a wartime commemorative act. The scene features godfathers and royal figures forming a notable pageant.
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Itena
Prince Henry of
Esac
Daugher
Irene
London Tattler
Local Kidney Cure Claims from Mrs Baggett
A Mississippian report from Lawrence County highlights Dodd's Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney troubles. Mrs Baggett credits the pills with curing her symptoms after doctors warned of blood dropsy, praising the tonic effect and renewed energy from using the product.
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Montego
Miss
Lawrence County
Lb. B. Baggett
Baggett
Podi
World’s Fair Contest Prize Pool at St. Louis
A prize fund of 855,500 in gold will be paid to entrants nearest the fiducial measure, with deposits held by the Missonet Artist Company and the treasurer of the financial institution. The World’s Fair Contest Company, located at Delmar and Adelaide Avenues in St. Louis, announces the schedule of prizes and confirms the cash is available. The contest closes October 15.
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Chefoo
Dugine
Witting
Kikwang
Ifilang
Azeault
Port
Port Arthur
St Ike
St. Louis World's
Delmar
Adelaide Avenues
St. Louis
Fashionable horseback riding gains American fans
The article notes horseback riding becoming popular in the United States as a form of exercise. It highlights European and royal influence, especially Victoria of Wales riding astride with a tailored costume. American women are expected to follow suit, though fashion remains tied to European couturiers and social circles.
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Europe
Nlacrousix
Engilan
Dublin
Victoria
Wales
King Howard
CAN DRINK TROUBLE THATS QUE WAY TO GET IT
A letter from a Gannellsville woman describes twenty five years of severe headaches, relief after avoiding coffee, and relief from using Postum and roasted grain drinks. She reports headaches vanished, improved health, and greater strength after switching from coffee to Postum. The testimonial credits Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan.
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Gannellsville
L Bodeen
Alek
Shdo
Fostum Co
Battle Creek
Market strength and grain outlook amid freight and demand shifts
The report notes rising freight classes, sustained railroad tonnage, and growing domestic wheat demand boosting markets. It cites higher shipments, a 10.1 percent rise over earlier runs, and improved prospects as weather cools, with scattered frost in northern regions and milder central conditions supporting harvest forecasts.
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Chicago Cattle and Wheat Prices in Quick Ledger
Market notes show Chicago cattle around 3.00 with various fattening and leg prices listed. hogs and sheep priced near 3.00 to 4.00. Wheat No 2 ranges around 1.16 to 2.0, corn similar mixed values. Price spreads span multiple markets including Indianapolis Cincinnati Milwaukee and St. Louis with numerous range figures and ad hoc notations.
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Chicago
St. Louis
Oattto
Alex Conta
Bobo
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