Americans Drive South in Manila Campaign Fierce Fighting Reported
Manila dispatches describe Major March's Thirty-third Infantry advancing from Cabuyao with two American deaths and several wounded. American forces captured 150 insurgents, four six pounder guns, and seized enemy steam launches while bombarding Calamba and advancing toward Santa Rosa. Intelligence reveals planned uprising with 1,600 Filipinos implicated and districts mapped. Manila authorities request two more regiments for city protection as 3,000 troops are present.
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Manila
Aguinaldo
Mareh
Thirty-third Infantry
Bontoc
March
Thirty-ninth Infantry
Cabuyao
P. C. March
Laguna de Bay
Cascoes
Santa Rosa
Silang
Calamba
San Pedro Macati
Pasig
Goebel Men on Top in Kentucky Caucuses
Democrats settle caucuses in Transfort Kentucky with Goebel forces poised to control both houses. Senator Darrell claims bribery exposure involving J Whalen as a Louisville Trust box key figure. A warrant is issued for Whalen on bribery charges. Vaccination protest by Lead South Dakota Christians threatens court action. Fall River mills report 12 million print cloth pieces produced last year with sales matching.
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Transfort
Tardin
House
Senate
Goebel
Darrell
Declding
J. Whatten
Louisville
Sarco
Louisville Trust Company
Head
Whalen
Whalten
Hurrell
Fall River
Mass
Ottumwa rider sets world mile record in Los Angeles
Made a New World's Record. Orlands Stevens of Ottumwa Iowa won a cycling mile event in Los Angeles California with a time of 4 minutes 59 1 3 seconds. The performance marks a new global best for the distance and was achieved in a January meeting drawing regional interest. Stevens is listed as the record holder pending verification by officials.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Orlands Stevens
Ottumwa
Christianity in Politics Organizes Provera of National Party
The Christian Political Union, a new ethnic organization formed by Christian men and women, held its first meeting in Chicago and called for a national assembly at Rock Island on May 1, 1900. Officers named include W. R R. Bonkirt as chairman, Wallace Struble as vice chairman and secretary, and A. B. Martin as treasurer. Chicago will be the headquarters as the group seeks to apply Jesus Christ's principles to national and local government.
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Chicago
National Committee
The
Christian Political Union
Rock Island
Ars
W. R R. Bonkirt
Davenport
Wallace 2. Struble
A. B. Martin
Reel Island
Jesus Christ
Protection for printers in copyright reform plan
Indianapolis January 2 The International Typographical Union reports a committee is drafting a bill to be introduced by Representative Overstreet to amend copyright law and curb importation of plates and matrices for books and other printed matter from foreign countries Under existing rules publishers ship plates as damaged or intact with minimal duties allowing costly editions to be printed without printers benefiting from the work
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Indianapolis
Jan
Donnelly
International Iypographical Union
Congress
Overstreet
Grand round-up of farmers clubs to bring speakers
Ann Arbor announces a grand round-up of farmers clubs in late February with speakers of national reputation after contacting Secretary Wilson Professor Henry and ex Governor Isoard. Death of ex representative Isdwin T. Osborne in Washington notes his Civil War service and role in investigating charges against Captain Wirtz.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
Smith
The
Agricultural College
Wilson
Henry
Isoard
Washington
Isdwin T. Osborne
Tie
Wirtz
Andersonville
Hammond Sues for Divorce Over Cruelty in Indiana and Oklahoma
Augustus N. Hammond of Perry, O T, formerly of Hammond, sues for divorce from his wife residing in Wabash Indiana. The complaint alleges marked cruelty and even personal violence. A letter from Tamimond notes a warning against marrying a red headed woman.
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Hammond
Wabash
Ind
Augustus N. Hammond
Perry, O.T
Flo
Reilly Captures Pro Debut Over Holcomb in Detroit
M J Reilly the 125 pound American champion wrestler turned pro yesterday in Detroit. He faced Jacek Holcomb of Grand Rapids, who agreed to throw Reilly three times in eighty minutes. Reilly won two falls to one in forty nine minutes.
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Detroit
M. J. Reilly
America
Jacek Holcomb
Grand Rapids
Ilolcomb
Reilly
Muncie Tops Racine in First Foot-Roller Polo Match
In Muncie Indiana on January 2, the host squad defeated Racine Wisconsin 4 to 1 in the opening game of a three match series for a $200 wager and the western championship. Earlier at Racine the scores were 0 to 3, 1 to 3, and 2 to 2.
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Muncie
Ind
Racine
Wis
Fenians Reported Storing Explosives Near Canadian Border
New York Jan 2 Anvil Times dispatch from Burlington Vermont says Fenian groups are stockpiling dynamite lyddite ammunition and supplies in remote Vermont and Maine repositories near the Canadian boundary, raising alarm over potential insurgent activity.
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New York
the Times
Burlington
Vermont
Maine
Canadian Boundary Line
Moody seeks administrator for evangelist Dwight Moody estate
In Springfield Massachusetts on January 2, W R Moody eldest son of the late evangelist Dwight L Moody filed in probate court to be named administrator of his father s estate Moody died without a will The request is expected to be granted A separate report notes a separate fire incident in Lima Ohio where fumes from burning caused multiple victims and property losses at several businesses totaling about 380000 insured largely
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Springfield
Mass
W. R. Moody
Dwight JL. Moody
Moody
Lima, O
Lester Auvueen
Youngstown
Ohio
Oomaton
William Siford
Infant fatally burned in clothing fire at St Joseph
The clothing of two children, one an infant, of Wo Blackburn, living in St Joseph, caught fire yesterday from no grate. The infant died from burns while the mother and another child were severely burned while extinguishing the flames. Also mentions Fitzsimmons vs McCormick sparring bout and journeymen painters securing higher wages and shorter workday in St Joseph.
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St. Joseph, Mo
Wo. Blackburn
Twentieth Century Emperor Celebrates New Year in Berlin
A lavish New Year celebration in Berlin marked by church services, a royal procession, and a festive palace reception. Emperor William and Empress Augusta Victoria, in royal attire, reviewed guards, while diplomats and dignitaries attended a brief ceremonial service. The event featured trumpets, fireworks, and a White Hall adorned for a bright future.
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Berlin
Jan
Lust Garten
William
Kaise
Count von Walenberg
Flower
Germany
Augusta Victoria
Peter the Great
Tamperor William
Order of the Black Eagle
Count von Buelow
Prince Flohenlohe
New Year Crowd Gathers for Chimes and Celebrations
Sixty thousand people filled Trinity Church and nearby streets to hear the chimes on New Year’s Eve. Miss Bertha and Thomas led a twenty member program at the church while thousands listened to the Seguin chimes at St Andrew’s on Fifth Avenue and 127th Street. In New Haven, bankruptcy filings totaled about 4,000 with debts near 40 million and assets around 50 million. discharges released debts. Yale president Hadley heads west from Ithaca to promote the bicentennial fund of 2.06 million, with 500 thousand already raised, and work on 1 million dollars in new buildings to start.
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New York
Bn Broadway
Iace Church
Bertham Thomas
St. Andrew's Church
Fifth Avenue Sud
127Th Street
United States District Court
Tse
New Haven
Conn
Arthur T. Hadley
Yale University
Ithaca
Cleveland
Yale
Yale Bicentennial Fund
Mer cier to Be Arrested in Dreyfus Case Drama
Reports from Nationalists claim the government plans to arrest General Mercier and present him before a high court as a key Dreyfus affair development. A debate in the chamber of deputies may follow with premier Waldeck-Rousseau likely to address charges. Mercier seeks senatorial seat in the Loire Inferieure and may refuse to discuss the matter to avoid aiding government opponents.
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Paris
Dreyfus
Goverment
General Merciery
Cenertal Mercier
Chamber of Deputies
M. Waldeck-Rousseau
General Mercier
High Court
Lofre-Inferieure
Griggs calls freight classification action futile and absurd
Attorney General Griggs contends the Interstate Commerce Commission hearing on the new freight classification shows no restraint on interstate commerce. He notes railroads may adjust rates or reclassify items with notice, and says real relief lies in appealing to the ICC under the Interstate Commerce Act rather than pursuing further anti trust action. The remarks frame the case as premature for antitrust remedies.
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Griggs
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Bishop Jackson to resign amid church controversy
The Rt Rev H M Jackson Bishop Coadjutor of Alabama forwarded resignation to Albany after public accusations of inebriety and drunkenness. A meeting of Alabama clergy reportedly demanded resignation. he later agreed to step down to avoid further church controversy.
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Montgomery
Ala
H. M. Jackson
Episcopal Church
Alabama
Doane
Albany
House of Bishops
Jackson
Consul Hay Sails from Southampton to Pretoria Africa
The British transport Moor left Southampton for South Africa carrying Hay the United States consul to Pretoria. His assignment will cover diplomatic duties in the region as the vessel proceeds toward its destination.
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Southampton
South Africa
Hay
United States
Pretoria
Writ granted in Harding v. American Glicose case
Justice Brown of the U S Supreme Court grants a writ of error overturning a prior adverse ruling by the Tennessee supreme court. The case moves from state to federal court on appeal, signaling a significant jurisdictional shift for the dispute involving the Glicose Trust in Washington.
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Washington
Janu
Brown
United States Supreme Court
Harding
American Glicose Company
Tenois Supreme Court
Little Girl Dies From Playing With Fire In Mich Town
Three year old Jane Iva Ridder, daughter of Oliver Ridder of Irving Michigan, was burned to death Saturday after playing with fire during her mother’s absence for water. Government reports show accidents like this tragically occur when children handle flames unsupervised.
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Middeville
Mich
Jane
Iva Ridder
Oliver Ridder
Irving
Queen approves Duke of Connaught as commander in Srelana
Amid conflicting reports, the queen approves the appointment of the Duke of Connaught as commander in chief of British forces in Srelana. The brief notice notes influenza confinement of Rudyard Wiplinge his wife and two children and specifics on unrelated transport and crime data from 1890.
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Duke of Connaught
Srelana
Rudyard Wiplinge
Ohio River
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Tee
Chicago
Eugene Bertrand
Grand Opera
Paris
Cripple Creek
Spain
United States
George Howard
New York
Saturdaay
Eli Street
Dewey Avenue
Samily Lloyd
Cherburg
Little Rock
Ark
Vocka Heyzecktuyxersky
Robert Lindblom
Chicago Civil Service Commission
Dawelyv and
Cornments
Golden Medical Discovery Promises Cure for Weak Lungs
An advert extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a safe investment for health, claiming ninety-eight percent cure rates for weak lungs and linking starvation to many forms of physical weakness. It argues nourishment via digestion strengthens the body and blood, then shifts to a census note about Baltimore’s large Black population totaling an expected 125000.
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Pierce
Starvaton
Soothes Ailment With Tar and Honey Remedy
An old cure claims rapid relief for cold throat and chest pain with a hot warming effect. It promises immediate comfort and a feeling of healing, attributed to H. J. Moogh and W. F. Jungkunz & Co. The text also contains odd claims about Russians and dietary habits.
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H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
Grain-O: a wholesome coffee substitute for all ages
Grain-O, a non stimulant health drink made from pure grains, aids digestion and nerves and is suitable for children and adults. Sold by grocers at about 16 or 26 cents per package, Grain-O offers a tasty alternative to coffee. A Stuttgart study notes many families live in one or two heated rooms.
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Stuttgart
August Flower Still Tops Medicine Sales Worldwide
Advert says August Flower remains the largest selling remedy in the civilized world for indigestion biliousness and headaches. It claims to cleanse the system regulate liver action and stimulate nervous energy with few doses in liquid form. Sample bottles available at Emmert & Burrell and Dr Rideout, with local contact details.
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Emmert & Burrell’s
Wagner Palace Car Company Merges with Pullman
New York January 1 The Wagner Palace Car Company ceases to exist as an independent firm after a merger with Pullman. Twenty million dollars of Wagner stock transfers to Pullman and an equal amount of Pullman stock to Wagner on even terms. The consolidated board includes current Wagner officers and Dr Webb joins the board.
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Wagner Palace Car Company
New York
Wagner Company
Pullman Company
Wagane Company
Pullman
Wagner
New York City
Dr. Webb
Consolidated Companies
Alibi Defense in Illinois Bank Robbery Trial
In Carterville Illinois the defense in the bank robbery trial seeks alibis for the defendants. Witnesses testify the suspects swore they were not at the scene. The bank, with Tolono connections, suffered a loss around $4,500 plus stamps. the post office vault was ruined.
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Vienna
Als
Carterville
W. Richie
George Durden
Janes Hicks
Booker Smith
Illnois Bank Tolono
Ims
Tolono
R.A
Bower
Campbel
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Kentucky
Lead
S. D
Bill Overstreet
Wil
Holcomb
Assumption
Ann
A. Fuer & Son
Illinois State Bank
Gis Iuhls Elgar
Baby
Fitzsimmsons
Box McCormick
Robert Itzsimmins
Jack McCormick
Place Industrial Hall
Philadelphia
Sam
White
Emperor William II
Mercier
Tuthill
Truman A. Taylor
Alton
Greater
Health Board
Magush
Panama Canal Company
Canal
Newcastle
Burr Block
South Carolina
Charleston
Consul Hay
Africa
Glicose Trust
Awtucket
Green and Daniels Manufacturing Company
Farewell Worsted Mills
Dexter Yarn Company
American Yarn Company
California
San Bernardino
San Diego
Baltimore
Roley
W. J. Rideout
Etn
Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin
Williams Co
Stewart
Avenue
Montreal
Sherwin- Williams
Schwarz Street
Freeport, I
SOROS
C. A. McNamara:& CO
Stephenson St
A. L. Newton
Jennie Newton
Galena Avenue
Freeport, Ill
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