Pilcher’s Move in South Africa Stir Douglas Joy
Reports from Sterkstrom and Bushmanshoek describe ongoing clashes as British forces engage Boer positions near Molteno Cyphergat and Colesberg. Pilcher advances toward Douglas amid enthusiastic crowds while volunteers from Canada and Australia enlist for the front with renewed artillery plans in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CO Rhodes
Bablngton
Coles
Wolionn
Sterkstroom
Cyphercat
Amypoat Bushmanshoek
Molteno
Ley
Breeze Camp
Thoreycroft
Little Tugela Bridge
Meants
Britain Will Not Seize Delagoa Bay Amid Food Contraband Debate
London Jan 4 A representative of the Associated Press reports Great Britain will not seize Delagoa Bay or declare foodstuffs contraband despite press clamor. Lord Salisbury consults with attorney general Sir Richard Webster and top lawyers while weighing rules to distinguish domestic food from military rations. The issue, prompted by Choate’s representations, risks no imminent international friction yet remains unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
London
The
Associated Press
Delagoa Bay
Lord Salisbury
Richard Webster
Delagon
United States
Assaeciated
Choate
Campaign stalls as French fails to seize key river crossing
London dispatch reports no new actions near Coles- Sere Junction as General French requests reinforcements and fails to threaten the Orange river crossing. The Times notes the general seems in a constrained position with little prospect of a breakthrough amid wartime stagnation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Irench Golds
Coles- Sere Junction
Aprasans
Orange River
Germany seeks swift inquiry into seizure of the Bundesruth
Berlin reports semi official confirmation that Germany was not formally policed for seizure of the Bundesruth but has asked for an immediate inquiry. Friendly negotiations are under way as discussions proceed here to settle the matter quickly.
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Berlin
Germany
Combination of Potteries Forming in United Industry
Hast Liverpool January 4. Pottery workers pursue a national combination to end ruinous competition. Most tableware potteries join. three or four counties remain outside. Valuation set at 12 million dollars. Plants maintain no market stock, each holding a no rata share. Prices to rise. Price cutting halted. Substantial material savings expected. Management unchanged. No plant closures. Liverpool chosen as headquarters.
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Liverpool
Imaterial
Great strike threatened amid idle miners in region
Reports from Central Pennsylvania say a strike involving 30000 or more workers is threatened as 1600 men already idle. If concessions fail, one of the largest tie ups in years may occur with miners and operators sending representatives to upcoming conventions from many states. Also, a wreck in St Paul injures seven on a Chicago Great Western line, with John Dower badly hurt.
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Indianapolis
United Mine Workers
Pennsylvania
John Mitchell
Maryland
West Virginia
Virginia
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Kentucky
Tennessee
Alabama
Iowa
Kansas
Arkansas
Michigan
Indiana Territory
Texas
New Mexico
Ilinois
Michi- Town
St. Paul
Jan
Northern Pacific
Mississippi Street Bridge
John Dower
Clear Lake
Minn
Davis in South Africa prompts resignation talk
Webster Davis assistant secretary of the interior is said to have no wish to resume his duties and may resign. He is currently in South Africa. Rumors say friction in the interior department lingered and his leave was meant to signal an end to it.
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Davis
South Africa
Washington
Jan.l—T
Webster Davis
Interior Department
Turning the Tables Tar Mess Prank at University
A popular professor at a renowned university faced a campus prank when students tarred his door. The ringleader admitted the act, claiming knowledge of the others. The professor, amused by the tar on the student, released him after a hearty laugh.
Allen's Foot-Ease advertised relief for sore feet
A historical promotion claims Allen's Foot Ease makes tight shoes feel easy and relieves coins bunions blisters and callous spots. It is touted as a cure for ingrowing nails sweating and hot aching feet with trial mail offer. Available at druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents. Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
Household Proverbs and Advertisements Compiled Satire
A blend of humorous quips on marriage finances and social norms. The piece cites a Chicago Daily News joke about husbands paying wives’ bills and hosiery. It promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as the best throat chest and lung remedy, with authorized dealer guarantee and a 25 cent price, Moogk and W F Jungtunz & Co listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moogk
W. F. Jungktunz
When Does the Twentieth Century Begin Question
A dialogue with a query editor about the start of the twentieth century ends with a person being dragged out feet first after the discussion. An ad promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy for coughs and colds, claimed to ease symptoms and aid respiration, sold by Emmert & Burrell. Another note mentions a sewing circle discussion on Aguinaldo and a commentary on jurors. Banner Salve advertised for chapped hands and rough skin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Inquirer
Windy City Gains 100000 Extension For Railroad
Chicago reports a compromise with Northwestern to extend the line and forfeit a 100 deposit plus concessions. Trains halted after officers blocked the track. no trains run until completion. Drainage canal debate centers on whether Lockport sluice gates should stay open, with trustees split and state inspectors likely to seek an injunction.
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Chicago
Jan
Sanitary District
Lockport
Alexander J. Jones
Gntes
State Inspection Commission
MIN Owners Becoming Wary of Foreign Visits
A German manufacturer visiting Dutsburg notes a shift from lavish welcome to tight controls on mill inspections. He found it difficult to obtain permission to inspect plants while other foreigners have limited access. The Modern trend contrasts with past openness, raising questions about reciprocity abroad and protection of industrial facilities.
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Dutsburg
Ile
Scientific American
Lauder Station Murder Trial Defense Finishes Case
Vienna Jan 4 The Lauder trunk of the mine union miners trial closed its defense after sixty nine witnesses. State witness W Dyan testified to the good reputation and alibis for Jeremiah and others. John Young said Brush fired twice at the train crossing. Morris described the car where Hannah Warr was killed and that only one shot entered the car. Brush denied firing at the crossing and Mro and Mrs John Young’s testimony was challenged. Fourteen attorneys are in the case as pleas loom and the jury could come before next week.
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Vienna
Lauder
Hannah Warr
W. Dyan
Miners’ Association
Jermiah
John Young
Brush
Morris
Mro
Tle
Union City
Jane
Hardy
Prominent Doctor Arrested for Murder in Mattoon Case
Prominent physician Dr. Winston Dunn was arrested in Mattoon on murder charges linked to the death of Mrs. Annie Lester at the Lidster farm home. The woman had said Dunn performed an operation on December 1 before her death. Dunn, who came from Quincy a year ago where he served as mayor, denies the charge alongside Thomas Lidster. Local officials report the inquiry and arrest follow a long investigation.
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Mattoon
Winton Dunn
Andrews
Anni Lester
Thomas Lidster
Dronin
Dunn
JouQuoin
Lidster
Boston Bohemia and a Pain Balm Endorsement
A Ladies' Home Journal excerpt by Margaret Allston contrasts Boston life with Paris bohemianism noting American restraint and moral standards. The item also quotes Elisha Berry praising Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatic pain, with St. Paris, Ohio druggist B. F. Baker endorsing and Emmert & Burrell distributing.
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Tere
Pinckney Street
Margaret Allston
Paris
Boston
Cotton Mather
Elisha Berry
Chamberlain
B. F. Baker
St. Paris
Ohio
Emmert & Burrell
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Royal Artillery
Cecil Rhodes
Pilcher
Douglas
Methuen
Pileher
Babington
Modder
Methuenum
Kimberley
Wileher
Isiberley
Colesberg
Naauwort
Sterkstrom
Cape Colony
Goldiers
General Joubert
Ladysmith
War Office
London Voluteer Corps
Vicker
Maxii
Tron
Sidney Robert Greville
Prince of Wales
Cehomberg McDonnell
Seotel
Combine OF Potteries
Houghton
Mich
Superior Red Sandstone Company
Davenport
Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie
Sunbury
Pan
Fan
Howard Crossinger
Daisy Smith
Boyle's Run
Augusta Township
Cressinger
Tie
Detroit
Wan
Morgan, Puli & Abervis
Miaunufane Tuyers
Regalia
Chand River
Miles
Tully
Shelbyville
Taeh
Tharmny Dartler
Tacinoipolis
Butler
Springfield
Mds
Jia
State Porwrd of Agriculture
Jackson, Miss
A. J. McLaurin
Tly
Bone_ELi
Gwencomt
Eae
BENFI
Uternia
Nec
Atk
Chicago Daily News
Chamberlains
Banner
H.jd. Moogk
W. F. Jungkunz
Northwestern
Chicasgo
Windy City
Lander Station
New Railway
State Bank
Lauder Station
Galesburg
Ts. Sin
Geogre
Nellie Morrison
North Brady
Adien Morrison
California
Abiss Morrison
Ti Tikinais
Springticlbh Ts
Dam
State
Amditoy McCublloch
State Banking Department
BSUS
Linois
Chicave
Peoria and St. Louis
Springhead
His. James
Springfeld
Pekin
Elavadia
Macon County
Sangamon
East St. Louis
Tuder
Inner
Robert Bell
Mont Carmel
Charities
I. PL. Sloan
MsLeansboro
Bakers Wonaca Goffee
F. A. Schulz
Ely
Ize
LY Brothers
Warren St
New York
Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin- Willising
Sherwin-Williams CO
Stewart Ave
Cleveland
Montreal
J. Schwarz & Sons
Galena Street
Freeport
Welsbach
J. H. Foreman
Y. Foreman Shoe CO
Freeport Light& FuelGo
Stephenson St
A. L. Newton
Jennie Newton
Galena Avenue
Ill
Opp
Koenig’s
Drs
Carratte & Barnett
R. H. Carratté, M. D
Mgr
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