Quay Loses Seat in Senate Vote by Narrow Margin
Washington April 25 Quay denied a seat in the United States senate by a 38 to 2 vote after a long debate. The roll call showed Pettigrew absent and West voting no, with Spooner and Daniel delivering notable speeches. Several pairs and unpaired senators left Quay supporters disappointed as a crowd filled the galleries and the chamber paused for the final decision.
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Washington
Matthew
Quay
United States
Senate
Pennsylvania
House of Representatives
Spooner
Daniel
Frye
Chandler
Pettigrew
West
Allen
Bacon
Bard
Bate
Berry
Burrows
Butler
Clay
Cockrell
Culberson
Hale
Harris
Seitfeld
Hawley Jones
Arkansas
Lindsay
McBride
McCumber
McEnery
McMillan
Martin
Money
Platt
Connecticut
Proctor
Quarles
Ross
Simon
Teller
Tillman
Turley
Purner
Wellington
Pritchard
Gallinger
Depew
Hanna
Jroster
Kean
Lodge
Thurston
Kenney
Caffery
Mikins
Chilton
Fairbanks
Mallory
Hoar
Pettus
Kyle
Rawlins
Aldrich
Beveridge
Clark
Montana
Inquiry into Coeur d'Alene Riot Fights in Committee
The Coeur d Alene investigating committee voted along party lines to summon Lieutenant Governor Hutchinson Father Becker and Edward Boyce as witnesses. In open session Bartlett, Sinclair testified and nearly clashed with Attorney Robertson over a claim about mining riot graves. a scuffle ensued but no blows landed and order was restored.
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Coeur d'Alene
Washington
Coeur d’ Alene
Sulzer
Hutchinson
Idaho
Father Becker
Edward Boyce
Western Federation of Miners
Steunenberg
Bartlett
Sinclair
Robertson
Hay
Ssch
Sinair
Do Not Believe the Stories of Fortunes Awaiting Claimants
Washington April 25. Treasury officials note years of letters from across the country seeking details about supposed large sums deposited with the treasury for heirs of wealthy individuals in Europe and America. Prominent cases include the De Haven heirs alleged to have lent funds in the Revolutionary era and the Robert Morris estate claims.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Inurope
America
de Haven
United States
Robert Morris
Senate confirms Quay to seat amid partisan vote
Washington reports a 83 to 82 Senate decision affirming Matthew S. Quay as the governor's appointee to the seat after the legislature failed to elect. The House backed Yoraker emergency resolution to maintain Porto Rico officers under civil government. About twenty pages of the post office appropriation bill were processed, including a $ extra pay amendment for carriers working over 48 hours.
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Washington
Senate
Matthew S. Quay
House
Porto Rico
Four permanent camps planned for federal troops and National Guard
Washington on April 25 the house committee on military affairs endorsed favorable reports on a bill to establish four permanent camps in the four main sections of the country for use by both federal troops and the National Guard.
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Washington
House Committee On Military Affairs
Nothing the Matter with Turkey April diplomat progress
Washington reports that negotiations with Turkey over American missionary claims are progressing in the most satisfactory manner as viewed by the government.
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Washington
Turkey
Exonerates Fenians and Scoopers in Welland Canal Outrage
Washington April 25 The latest report from the United States consul at Clifton Can. respecting the Welland canal outrage goes to exonerate the Fenians and the grain handlers of Buffalo from complicity.
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Washington
United States
Clifton
Can
Welland Canal
Senate panel opposes bill for women nurses in military hospitals
Washington on April 25 the senate committee on military affairs voted to report adversely a bill that would authorize employment of women nurses in military hospitals.
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Washington
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
Eva Wood to File Affidavit Over Eli Shaw Confession
Eva Wood of Camden plans to swear the Hay Sloan trial confession story by Eli Shaw was false. She visited Eli Shaw's uncle Foster Aane's home and told Mrs Zane she lied on the witness stand. Wood, a former employee of Atlantic City, says she has lied under oath and seeks to undo the harm to Eli Shaw.
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Philadelphia
Eva Wood
Division Street
Camden
el Shaw
Hay-Sloan
Foster Aane
Eli Shaw
Toa Wood
William H. Hay
Howard Ix. Sloan
Women Oppose Suffrage Leaflets to Influence Legislation
The Kinois Association Opposed to the Extension of Suffrage to Women plans to mail at least 20000 leaflets starting May 1. The pieces argue Social Democracy uses woman suffrage to disrupt home life and replace duties to husband and children with personal independence. Targets include legislators, the press, clergymen, and women’s clubs.
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Susan Anthony
Chicago
Kinois Association
British Generals Called Worthless by Boer Captain
Paris on April 25 Captain Leon who led Boer artillery until wounded arrived and denounced British generals as absolutely worthless. He said their incompetence surpasses belief and their errors are enormous and incomprehensible.
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Paris
Leon
Unfolding 1900s News Scene and Tragedies
Chicago man John Cody sued a shoe firm after wet feet from the shoes. Corporal Harry Matthews fired 125 shots into a Plattsburg hotel, wounded Stella Hamilton, then killed himself. A 12-year-old, Harry Miller, was killed by a Chicago cabin car. General Wheeler resigns from Congress to Governor Johnston of Alabama. Five Pullman sleepers exported to Japan. Lege of Fort Scott, Kansas seeks probate judge. Pearson's Express debuts in London. Prince Wohenrohe of Germany tours Viagis for the exposition. John Anderson of Chicago commits suicide after wife refuses to live with him. President Castro of Venezuela described as despotic. officers plotting. England to fortify Thames entrance at Isle of Grain. Atlantic Coast Line mortgage of 39 million to be recorded. government stamps cost 18 thousand. Clark of Montana reportedly to resign to avoid expulsion.
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John Cody
Chicago
Harry Matthews
U.S. A
Stella Hamilton
Plattsburg
Harry Miller
Joseph Wheeler
Johnston
Alabama
Congress
Japan
Lege
Fort Scott
Kas
Pearson's Express
London
Prince Wohenrohe
Germany
Viagis
John Anderson
Castro
Venezuela
England
Thames
Isle of Grain
Atlantic Coast Line
Virginia
Clark
Montana
Senate
A Measure of Merit Endorsed by Freeport Citizen
Freeport residents back a testimonial by L Underwood of 61 Brick Street, River school janitor, praising Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney pain backache and dizziness after trying various remedies. The ad notes the pills cost 50 cents per box and are sold at Jos Emmett's drug store, with Foster Milburn Co. as US agents.
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Freeport
L. Underwood
No. 61
Brick Street
the River School
Dean
Jos
Emmett
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo N. Y
United States
Eleroy News Roundup From Our Own Correspondent
From Eleroy April 23 residents report Mrs N C Church ill with daughter in Freeport. Herman Prasse visited Freeport. Bert Stickney started work near Dublin church for Ed Ledwith. Epsey Denure grand daughter ill, Mrs Denure in Freeport. T O Burlington and wife plan to move to Seattle. Frank Brandt built a new barn with help. Clover or timothy seed available at the elevator. Rev Barr traveled east last week. Mrs Evans rode to Freeport. Mrs Wineke and daughter to Freeport. I C pay car visited Thursday. Lizzie Hankey in Lena. Wm Beard planted early potatoes. Z T Turner rode to Freeport. No accidents reported. School election re-elected F H Bieseimeier. Guy Wagner at Dixon college. Miss Altenbernd in Freeport. Farmers busy in fine weather. Many attended F P Waite funeral. Epsey Cenure improving and out last week. Henry Mill recovering from a recent shakeup.
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Eleroy
Seattle
Northwest
Frank Brandt
Rev. Barr
Evans
Freeport
I. C
Lizzie Hankey
Lena Thursay
Wm. Beard
Z. T. Turner
F. H. Biesemeier
Guy Wagner
Dixon
Dyspepsia Cure Promises Relief and Renewal
W H Shipman of Beardsley Minnesota testifies under oath that twenty five years of dyspepsia harmed his health. After trying doctors and diet with little relief, he used Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and now eats freely and feels like a new man. The product digests what you eat. H J Moogk. The British war officer declined Garibaldi for South Africa citing nationality. La Grippe coughs linger and can be fatal after the danger point. Foley’s Honey and Tar offers protection from these coughs. H J Moogh, W F Jungkunz. The Socialist party of Maine has nominated candidates for governor, presidential electors and congressmen in two districts.
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W. H. Shipman
Beardsley
Minn
H. J. Moogk
Foley
H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
The
Socialist Party of
Maine
De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve Praised by Grand Chancellor
Otto Korb of Boonville Indiana extols De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve for delicate skin and stubborn ulcers, claiming cures for piles and skin diseases with certain good results. H J Moogh notes old time mitts returning to fashion abroad due to more rings worn.
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Otto Korb
K. P
Boonville
Ind
de Witt
H. J. Moogh
Dream Balm Cure Claim for Catarrh and Hay Fever
An advertisement extols Ely s Dream Balm as a cure for catarrh hay fever and cold in the head claiming immediate relief and a curing result. It asserts the product is non drying non sneezing and soothes the membrane. Priced at 50 cents, available at druggists or by mail from Ely Brothers 56 Warren Street New York.
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Ely
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
For Sale T N Johnson Residence on Upper Stephenson Street
For sale. The T. N. Johnson residence property on Upper Stephenson Street at a decided bargain. All modern conveniences. O. F. Hildreth.
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T. N. Johnson
Upper Stephenson Street
F. Hildreth
Floods Halt Mobile and Ohio Trains to Sunday
From Mobile Alabama reports say Mobile and Ohio trains cannot run through before Sunday due to flood conditions. About two thousand workers are clearing routes between here and Meridian Mississippi as water slowly recedes. A Baptist preacher Reverend W F Russell drowned near Waynesboro Mississippi and other deaths are feared. On Louisville and Nashville one thousand men repair a swept bridge at Pascagoula while three million logs in booms remain intact. In Dallas Texas rain continues and rivers stay bank full raising overflow fears.
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Mobile
Ala
Mobile and Ohio Railroad
Iwo
Here
Meridian
Miss
W. F. Russell
Waynesboro
Louisville
Nashville
Pascagoula
Dallas
Tex
Texas
Non-Union Grand Stand Photo Provokes Boycott T: Labor plan to photograph invited guests for Dewey Day parade in Chicago spurs boycott threats by United Mine Workers head John Mitchell.
Chicago police and labor leaders discuss a settlement to Chicago's labor war as a six-member aldermanic labor commission holds a secret meeting. Concord Republican convention elects delegates at large and alternates to Philadelphia. In Philadelphia a Virginia ex-senator and his wife are attacked at home. both in hospital.
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Indianapolis
John Mitchell
United Mite Workers
Chicago
Vrades Council
Labor Commission
City Hall
Concord
N. H
Philadelphia
Senator Gallinger
Frank Jones
William C. Clarke
Thomas N. Eastings
Jones
MelXinley
William Khan
Richmond
Virginia
Lulu
Jennie O'Neill Potter Buried in Patch Grove
Jennie O Neill Potter buried in Patch Grove after her remains arrived in Prairie du Chien Wisconsin on Monday. A funeral procession by carriage accompanied by many mourners followed interment in Patch Grove. In Duluth Minnesota the M A Hanna arrived from Cleveland marking the season start with a large fleet expected by Friday bringing seven thousand tons of coal.
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Jennie O'Neill Potter
Prairie du Chien
Wis
Patch Grove
Duluth
Minn
M. A. Hanna
Cleveland
Lower Lakes
Hanna
Man-killing elephant Rajah dies in stables near Argentine
Rajah, the man killing elephant owned by four local clients, died at the winter quarters near Argentine yesterday of brain fever. The creature had long served the city and drew crowds at public demonstrations.
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Kansas City
Rajah
Argentine
Names of Twelve Thousand Rebels in Cape Colony List
April 25 report that authorities in Cape Town and Natal have published a list naming about 12 000 alleged rebels. The record notes the release of the names by colonial authorities.
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Cape Town
Cape Colony
Natal
Chicago Markets Report Wheat and Livestock Prices
Chicago markets show mixed grain and livestock quotes with May and July positions in Wheat Corn and Soybeans, plus varied pork lard and short ribs values. Butter dairy potatoes apples and fresh stock poultry prices listed. Chicago live stock receipts estimated at 90,000 hogs and 2,400 cattle with range quotes for multiple categories. Milwaukee grain notes No 1 northern rye and oats activity also reported.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Trade
Csv Bas
Texas
Lord Mayor of London Reveals Three Robes of Office
The lord mayor must wear three distinct robes on assuming office. A violet velvet fur trimmed robe is shown to the lord chancellor at Westminster and later used as a police magistrate. A scarlet broadcloth robe with sable fur greets judges at the Old Bailey and on All Saints Day. An evening robe of black damask satin with silver gilt embroidery accompanies a velvet coat and knee breeches. The robes cost 1000 dollars, and the office chain bears 600000 dollars in diamonds with bonds for safe return. A fourth robe is bought only if the queen visits, a rare event.
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London
Westminster
Old Bailey
Boschee's German Syrup touted for throat and lung troubles
A medical advertisement argues that Boschee's German Syrup cures severe throat and lung diseases by healing tissues, reducing inflammation, and aiding expectoration. It recommends travel to a milder climate if possible and notes sample bottles at Joseph Emmert's.
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Boschee
Joseph Emmert’s
Emmert & Burrell
A Maiden Speech and Fads in a Moral Quip
A compact reflections on speech and vanity: asking papa marks a maiden speech. A fad signals a peculiar fancy of someone known. Warns against insulting a small man whose muscles may surprise. A wise teller hides bank secrets. Faithfulness in small acts enables great deeds. Flattery as a bridge to favor is warned against.
Rheumatism Relief Endorsed by Local Merchant
My wife has used Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism with great relief and I can recommend it as a splendid liniment for rheumatism and other household use. Mr. Cuyter is a leading merchant in Red Creek New York and endorses its value. For sale by Joseph Emmert, druggist.
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Chamberlain
W. J. Cuyter
Red Creek
N. Y
Cuyter
W. G. Puirrin
The Real Thing and Family Jibe Ad Contest
A playful exchange shows Johnny Evelyn and Betty claiming affection from their mother, with Johnny insisting he is the real thing. A testimonial from Thos. W. Carter of Ashboro North Carolina attributes a perfect kidney cure to Foley's Kidney Cure, urging no substitute.
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Johnny
Mamma
Evelyn
Betty
Life
Thos. W. Carter
Ashboro
N. C
Foley
H. J. Moogk
W. F. Jungkunz
Exit placard meaning in theaters and opera houses
The Indianapolis Journal notes that an exit is a Latin placard hung in theaters and opera houses to prevent people from thinking they smell fire. The quip frames exit signage as a precautionary safety measure in crowded venues.
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Freddy
Indianapolis Journal
One Minute Cough Cure praised by Wisconsin resident
W. W. Mayhew of Merton Wisconsin lauds One Minute Cough Cure as the only safe remedy with immediate results for coughs colds croup bronchitis grippe whooping cough pneumonia and throat and lung diseases He claims early use prevents consumption and notes children and mothers endorse it.
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W. W. Mayhew
Merton, Wis
H. J. Moogk
Consomme Sparks Mock Trump of Tragedian Dialogue
Walter challenges the gifted tragedian over a mysterious opaque substance. The servant explains it is consomme, which the tragedian declares devoutly to be shunned, adding a layer of irony to the tense exchange.
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Walter
Chamberlains Remedy Praise and Boarding Statistics
A reader endorses Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with personal proof from Popomoke City Md. An ad notes Forsale by Joseph Emmert, druggist. Also cited are New Hampshire summer boarder statistics: 174,280 outsiders, 58,222 stay one week plus, 95,706 under a week, 20,852 in cottages. Banner Salve touted for quick healing of sores boils pimples.
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Chamberlain
Worcester Enterprise
W. A. Stroup
Popomoke City
Forsale
Joseph Emmert
New Plampshire
H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
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South Africa
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Lord Mayor
G. A. Stillson
Tampico
Bongye & Parks
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Chicago Sts
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Yusea
Welsbach
Freeport Light & Fuel Co
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Chicago Great Western Railway
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