Trouble in Indian Country Near Cass Lake
Report from Walker Minnesota and Duluth describe ongoing fighting at Leech Lake, Bear Island, and nearby lakes. Major Wilkinson killed, several soldiers and police dead or wounded, reinforcement boats and Gatling gun deployed. Indians disciplined but poised for possible uprising, with 1000 troops sought and calls for Minnesota volunteers debated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
St. Paul
Walker
Minn
Wilkinson
Mkay-Bay-Gway-Tish
Indian Police
Minneapolis
Journal
Bay-Ga-Wah-Ge-Shish
Leech Lake
Cass
Red Lake
Gen Alger Has Very Little to Use Minnesota Volunteers
Washington Oct 7 Indian troubles at Leech Lake escalate as Pillager attack spreads near Walker. General Bacon reports start of fighting at 11 30 yesterday with Indians seeming to have the upper hand. Army officials note Pillagers show civilized progress yet conflict continues with no full casualty or outcome details.
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Alger
Minnesota
Washington
Leech Lake
Indian Bureau
White Earth
Sutherland
Bliss
War Department
Treachery of the Redskins in Sugar Point Fight
A Dispatch report from St Paul quotes Indian Agent Sutherland on General Bacon’s Sugar Point engagement. Indians feigned friendship to lure soldiers into timber, then opened fire, suggesting a planned massacre. Bacon suspects hidden attackers and a potential Cass Lake and Bear Island alliance.
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St. Paul
Walker
Minn
Sutherland
Bacon
Sugar Point
Lake
Cass Lake
Bear Island
Quebec Conference to Adjourn Then Meet in Washington
The international conference in Quebec will adjourn next Monday and reconvene in Washington on November 1. Senator Fairbanks, chairman of the American commission, said progress has been made but much remains to be done. Canadians want the commissioners to return to sign a treaty if agreed, hoping the accord becomes known as the Treaty of Quebec.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quebec
Washington
Fairbanks
Two Freights Collide in Burlington Yards at Indianola
Two Burlington freight trains collided at midnight in Indianola Neb causing three deaths and four injuries. Engineers Sol Brace An son Burton and Walters plus brakemen Lund berg and McCanarl among the injured. East bound stock train struck a west bound freight. both engines wrecked. cause and responsibility under investigation.
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Indianola
Neb
Burlington
Sol Brace
J. Walters
William McCanarl
Anson
Burton
Lundberg
State Department denies Chinese emperor death or poisoning
Washington reports that information reaching the state department disputes the alleged poisoning or death of the Chinese emperor. Sources are described as reliable, though not fully confirmed, and no positive conclusion can be drawn at this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
State Department
China
Death of a Chicago Jurist
Chicago sorrowed as ex Judge Sidney Smith died suddenly at 69 after years of declining health. A longtime Chicago resident since 1856 he was prominent on the bench and in politics. In 1884 he ran unsuccessfully for mayor against elder Carter Harrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Sidney Smith
The Emma Gill Murder Case in Bridgeport
The Bridgeport grand jury returned true bills for murder in the second degree against Eudora Guilford, Harry Guilford and Rose Drayton of Bridgeport, and Albert H. Oxley of Southington, all implicated in the death of Emma Gill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Gill
Bridgeport
Conn
Eudora Guilford
Harry Guilford
Rose Drayton
Albert H. Oxley
Southington
Emma. Gill
Governor leads Wasp to Chicago for naval reserves use
A delegation led by Governor Tanner secured orders to move the converted yacht Wasp to Chicago for use by the naval reserves. The October 7 decision brings the vessel from Washington to serve reserve duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tanner
Chicago
Industrial Commission Called by Senator Kyle in Washington
Senator Kyle as chairman sent out notice calling a meeting of the industrial commission to be held in Washington on Oct. 17. In St Louis, Star Pointer won a mile race against time at the fair grounds in 2 03 1 4 yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industrial Commission
Washington
Kyle
Star Pointer
St. Louis
Fair Grounds
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets touted as cure for nervous dyspepsia
The ad claims nervous dyspepsia stems from the stomach and lists symptoms across organs. A testimonial from A W Baamans of Indianapolis praises Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets for improving flesh, sleep, and overall health, and promises a book on stomach diseases. Also states tablets cure stomach weakness, gas, constipation, headaches, and heartburn, with druggists selling 50 cent packs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Sharper
Prospect St
Indianapolis
Ind
Stuart
A. W. Baamans
Stuart Co
Marshall, Mich
Dark eyed marksmen gap fuels racial stereotype
The article notes that Spanish gunners exhibit poor marksmanship and claims a long standing belief that dark eyed races, particularly Anglo-Saxon and Latin groups, differ in shooting skill. It cites a proverb about dark eyed men not joining Elcho shield teams, reflecting biased generalizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Dream Balm offer preys on gullible readers item
An unscrupulous ad promises a cheap trial of Ely's Dream Balm for catarrh hay fever and colds, claiming immediate relief and a cure with continued treatment. It urges mailing 10 cents for a trial size, notes a 650 cent size exists, and mentions druggists. The text also cites a Berlin newspaper on emperor decorations totaling over 1,000,000 marks and lists numerous insignia.
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Ely
Rly Brothers
Warren Street
New York
H. J Moogh
Swarts & Fleck
Berlin
Germany
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Tops Global Sales
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve claims the largest sale of its kind worldwide. The advertisement warns buyers to beware of counterfeiters and notes the likely counterfeits tied to DeWitt's salve.
Oldest Egyptian flower collection in the Cairo museum
The Egyptian museum in Cairo houses crowns garlands wreaths and bouquets from ancient tombs. Most samples are in excellent condition and nearly 8 000 years old. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is widely sold with over twenty million samples distributed. It claims to cure piles burns scalds and sores rapidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairo
Tomba
Egypt
DeWitt
H. J. Moogk
Emmert & Burrell
Wm PF
Jungkunz & Co
France Savings Bank reaches one sixth of population
A report shows about one in six French residents hold an account with the state savings bank. The data highlights broad savings participation and potential coverage of public banking services across regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Savings Bank
Our Working Women's Home Association Letter of Endorsement
The Working Women's Home Association at 21S Peoria Street Chicago Illinois dated January 11 1898 endorses Foley s Honey and Tar. They state they used it six years ago and continue to use it today praising its pleasant taste and beneficial effects with no disappointments. Signed by Laura G Fixon manager H J Moogk Swarts and Fleck.
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Working Woman’s Home Association
Peoria St
Chicago
Ill
Our
Working Women’s Home Association
Foley
Laura G. Fixon
Mgr
H. J. Moogk
Swarts & Fleck
Outbreaks as miners threaten Pana Virden clash
In Pana Illinois on October 7 a planned arrival of 300 Negro workers failed to come, raising fears of violence if they reach within three miles of town. At Virden Illinois armed miners patrol streets, chase operator Fred Lukens, and provoke a police response. Court actions await on the Blevins and Stevens cases tied to the riot, while local merchants including the Goldsteins wind up bankruptcy.
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Pana
Virden
Insta Vly
Union
Ill
Alabama
Springfield
Iris
Fred Lukens
Hfe
Chicago
Lukens
Kimball
Ills
Craig
Tam
Macoupin
Henry Blevins
Samuel Smith
Smith
Crosby
Henry Stevens
Officer Smith
Blevins
Warren Penwell
Operator Penwell
Worth Knowing From a Breezy Patchwork Page
A collage of aphorisms and odd notes touches on journalism satire, church sermons, and social customs. It cites an Iowa editor, a Virginia misdemeanor linked to statues, and a New York education push, while snippets mention a Wisconsin stomach surgery, Salvation Army reach, a Calumet mine tale, and trolley outfits from U S sources.
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Ville Journal
Casadasci
Huis
Feak
Virginia
Allison
Iowa
Education Association of New York
Wisconsin
Salvation Army
Calumet and
Hecla
Trolley
Birmingham
England
United States
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Erie
Milwaukee
Schenectady
Pawtucket Gazette and Chronicle
Cuba
Craig Denies Protecting Negroes in Pana Incident
White miners and their families faced threats from Black workers after Pana Coal Company housing was contested. Captain Craig sent soldiers to protect whites, while union miners planned a broader campaign to bar Black labor from markets. Militia patrolled streets as tensions rose and fights over housing persisted. New York reports the Corbett McCoy bout was cancelled due to complications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Craig
Pana Coal Company
B&yard
Pana
Free Medical Adviser Offer From Buffalo Publication
The World's Dispensary Medical Association of Buffalo New York offers The People's Common Sense Medical Adviser a 1008 page illustrated family doctor book free for 21 one cent stamps to cover mailing costs. Over 680000 copies have sold previously in cloth binding at a regular price of $1 60.
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People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser
Vierce
M. J
The
Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
World’s Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo, N. Y
Tin Type Gallery at Mechanic and Galena Corner
A World’s Fair tin type gallery sets up in town offering two tin types for 10 cents. Located at the corner of Mechanic and Galena, the temporary display draws curious locals and visitors to preview vintage portraits.
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Mechanic and
Galena
Knorr and Hildreth Property Sale in City Deals
Knorr and Hildreth list many city residence bargains from $700. Immediate sale offered for O J Ziegler residence at 250 Carroll street Lot 1124 by 200 feet with modern improvements gas bath water closet hot water heat and sewer. Property must be sold at once with price to be set. Several flats available for rent.
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O. J. Ziegler
Carroll Street
Miners Demand Eight Hours at Ishpeming Mine
In Ishpeming Michigan on October 7 miners at the section 21 mine of the Lake Superior Iron company walked out demanding an eight hour day. The mine produces non-Bessemer Brade ore and stockpiles have been shipped leaving little chance of concession. About 185 men were employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ishpeming, Mich
Section 21
Lake Superior Iron Company
Seventh corps ordered to prepare for embarkation to Cuba
Jacksonvile, Florida reports orders issued yesterday directing the Seventh corps to assemble immediately for movement to Savannah where they will be embarked for Cuba. The dispatch notes the rapid mobilization and destination as part of ongoing military operations abroad.
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Gen
Find
Ross
Flora
Vera
Harris McCabe
McCabe
Ruslin
Western T Union
Minnegota
Twlefth
Fourteenth State
New Ulm
Corbin
W. EE. Sellyé
Duluth
Winnebagoshish Lake
WAR Office
Redskins
Gen. Bacon
Wm. F, Jungkunz & Co
H. J. Moogh
Haanoet & Burrell
Wm. F. Jungkunz
Indian Territory
Arizona
South Dakota
Oklahoma
California
North Carolina
Corbett
Knorr & Hildreth
Seventh Corps
York City
Palmer Cox
Inter Ocean
INI
Freeport Light & Fuel Co
Stephenson St
Pioneer Line
Freeport
Rockford
Caledonia
Beloit
Janesville
Milton Jr Junction
Kish
Koning
Jefferson Junction
Waukesha
Sv. Milwaukee
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
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