Simpkins the Dead Journalist and a Cuban Front Page Scoop
A Chicago writer recalls Simpkins, a young reporter who left to cover the Cuban insurgency. He behaved ambitiously, wrote dramatic dispatches, and was killed in Cuba after a mock execution, later profiled by the paper as a brave but reckless correspondent.
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Gratam & Co
Uim
Zara
Amy
Micapictris
Tip
Celene
Simpkins
Simpkine
Bara
Itor
Mim
Caha
Cabe
Chicago
Jacknonville
Band of Incurgente
Hia
Leutenant
Senor Simpkins
Goodby
Fragmented obituary notes and service recount in terse draft
The fragmentary text recalls a memorial service for a deceased individual named Gene Preem and references mourners, the coroner, inmates, and distant news from New York. It hints at the emotional impact on attendees, mentions a car cer tificates and a dated past, and implies connections to a broader event era without clear chronology or full details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conree
Chen
Letting Off Steam in the Workplace
An oblique reminiscence on office life and the need for rest and balance. It contrasts long hours with the urge to unwind, noting how some workers drift into late nights and police precincts, while others seek simple dinners and quiet routines to maintain focus and health.
Appearances and a Market Tale from a City Letter
A humorous letter mocks a friend's shabby attire and ambitions, urging stylish care as a broker recounts Jim Jackson transferring luck to the bears. It blends cattish social jab with a penny stock anecdote about mess pork prices and a lucky drink.
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Pierrepont
Canitier
Jim Jackson
Bears
Jim
Water Use Rules for Irrigation in Eureka Nevada
Notice from M Furrenes, Superintendent of Eureka Water Works, dated May 14 1903, states irrigation water is allowed 7 to 8 am and 6 to 7 pm with extra charges based on garden size. Water may be cut off if needed for domestic use or scarce supply. improper use or evasion triggers a $2 reactivation fee.
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M. Furrenes
Eureka Water Works
Eureka
Nevada
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Peptterberg
Bank OF Nevada
Virginia Street
Reno
Daniel Merer
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San Prancines
Morris Scheeline
Gen F. Yarruttia
Flanigan
Henry Anderson
A G Firtelier
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Canmia Zarope
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Fureka
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A Poe
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Cenead Pacific
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Ceden
Weamet
Salt Lake City
Lemwe Patinndte
Asvive
Rareka
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A. A
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Pamengers
Rareks
Ely
Dan Francines
Ouden St Uhts
Hamilton
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Reveille
Il Pointa
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Diamond
Roreks
Alpha
Hay Ranch
Palimle
Ts Drive
G. D. Abbott
Sant. Pacisane
Palisade
Southern Pacific Company
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Sarens
de Misttier
Decemeest
Tereby
Notic
Eid
J. & Howsa
J Mameners
Mr. L C. C. Whitmore
Weile Faye & Co
Herz 4 Bro
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Reno Jewelers
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Wubi Ia Engraving CO
Denver,colo
U.S.A
Ocerces Comrmanis &c. Socercai
Phil
Paroni
Prime Eastern
Zeprese
Amydern Siege
Tripe
Raby Hill
Tae
Jackson Hotel
M. Mahoney
Main Street
L C. C. Whitmore
Furnes
Fexn
California
Laxcasmas
Eaglan Levearcos
Uce
United States
Nomwncu
Uscox
England
Pararove
Queen
Scorruss Ussaw & Narromas
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Weereas Asscaasen Co
Canada
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Lear
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Eureka, Nevada
Samon
F. J. Brossemer
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