Transvaal Reply Quietly Received as Tensions Rise
London dispatch notes the Transvaal’s reply reached at 3 20 today but its contents are not public yet. British leaders convened General White as potential Natal commander while papers clash on outlook. Reports from Cape Town offer conflicting tones as Montague White warns of unsatisfactory reply. Burgers vow support if hostilities occur and Kalisch reports a deadly synagogue panic. Filipino police begin duty under provost marshal control in Manis.
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London
Transvaal
Lord Wolsely
General White
Natal
Post
Manchester Guardian
Capetown
South African Republic
Montague White
Associated Press
Biomffontaine
Orange Free State
Exposition Opens in Philadelphia with World Trade Aim
The National Export Exposition formally opened at noon with thousands of visitors and dignitaries including foreign diplomats and military officers. Governor Stone spoke on expanding export trade as American industry outgrows domestic needs while Senator Hepburn urged maintaining employment for nineteen million workers and planning for millions more. He emphasized shifting focus from agriculture to commerce and manufacturing to broaden markets.
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Philadelphia
Stone
Hepburn
Iowa
Freeport weighs water works purchase by city vote
A special council meeting was held to consider purchasing the Freeport Water Company plant. Wheeler & Co promoters backed the ordinance. all aldermen voted yes except Dana and McGovern. The measure sets a 3 million gallon daily capacity, 17 miles of mains, 182 hydrants, and issues $245,000 water fund certificates at 5 percent. Citizens have 21 days to file protests before final vote.
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Baumgarten
W. H. Wheeler & Co
Messrs. Wheeler
Dana
McGovern
Freeport Water Company
City of
Freeport
General Assembly of
Illinois
Als
Pattison
Ald
Wheeler & Co
Ald. Snyder
Wheeler
Bauscher
Ald. Flachtemeier
Two Wheelers
Dairy Journal
Rosebrugh
White
THAT TRUST CONFERENCE RESOLUTION AT ONTARIO MEET
Opening session of the trust conference in Ontario Sept 14 approved a committee on resolutions with one member from each state. Debates on deferring resolutions without reading or debate sparked fears of control by pro and anti trust factions before deciding to refer to the committee while allowing last day motions. Congressman Updegraff of Iowa urged protection of tariffs as the “mother of trusts.”
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Ontario
Congressman Updegraff
Iowa
Printers’ group Rejects Union Label Policy in New Haven
In New Haven on September 14 the United Typothetae of America endorsed a resolution opposing official recognition of the Typographical Union and discouraging use of the union label. A more radical motion urged master printers not to use union tables or employ union foremen, and was tabled until tomorrow.
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New Haven
Conn
United Typothetae of America
British Hong Kong clearance for Tartar reported
Washington dispatch states Col. Metcalf received word that Hong Kong officials granted clearance papers to the transport Tartar. The vessel is expected to proceed to the United States immediately.
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Washington
Col. Metcalf
Hong Kong
United States
Lena fair draws many locals to Freeport event
Sept. 14 Lena observers report a busy fair day in Freeport with many residents attending. The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary society hosted a social at the Lutheran church featuring cake ice cream and cocoa. Dana Gates left for Evanston to resume university studies while Miss Cora Shannon plans Milwaukee departure later this week. Miss Maud Peckard Miss Boeke C. T. Barnes G. S. Roush and Jno Rife attend the fair.
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Lena
Freeport
Woman’s Home and Foreign Missionary Society
Lutheran Church
Dana Gates
Evanston
Cora Shannon
Milwaukee
Maud Peckard
Washing Crocks and Milk Vessels
Careful cleaning of crocks and milk vessels ensures milk stays sweet. Rinse with cold water, wash inside and out with hot water and Gold Dust Washing Powder, rinse with scalding water, wipe dry, and air dry with the right side up to prevent odor.
Denby and Worcester Ordered Home From Far East
Manilla date line reports Special Denby and Worcester of the Philippine commission have been instructed by McKinley to return at once. They will sail from Hong Kong on the 26th inst.
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Manilla
Denby and Worcester
Philippine Commission
McKinley
Hong Kong
Waddell Bros Win Contracts for Depot Mill Work
The Waddell Bros planing mill has been awarded the contract to furnish mill work for eight depots on the Omaha extension of the Illinois Central road. They have completed numerous contracts for the line over the past decade, with a record of satisfactory work. Seely competition remains, and the award is a notable compliment to Waddell Bros.
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Waddell Bros
Omaha
Wwacdel Bros
The Sick List Improves For Several Residents
The column notes Mrs. DeForest is improving and Mrs. Ranson is better. Fred Jenkins remains quite sick, reflecting ongoing health concerns among local residents.
Bucklin's Arica Salve Cures Stead Ulcers After 20 Years
Red Hot From the Gun states a ball hit G. B. Stead of Newark Michigan during the Civil War causing ulcers that resisted treatment for two decades. Bucklin's Arica Salve cured him. It claims to cure cuts bruises burns boils felons corns skin eruptions and piles. 25 cent box with guaranteed cure sold by Emmert and Burrell druggists.
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G. B. Steadman
Newark
Mich
Bucklin
Emmert & Burrell
New Line of Pipes
A. L. Gilbert's cigar store at 60 Stephenson Street showcases an elegant new line of pipes just received for broad selection and display.
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A. L. Gilbert
Stephenson St
There's No Place Like Home For Chicago Police Captain
Chicago paper portrays Captain John Wheeler a lifelong bachelor and famed lawman. After years chasing thieves and facing gunfire, he returns to a Green Street boarding house near Garfield Park with his dog Rollo, building a den for old age and vowing to stay home.
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Chicago
Andy Wheeler
Ilinois
John Wheeler
Rochelle
Ill
Garfield Park
New Haven
Rollo
Green Street
Miss Clara Dorman to Teach Piano at North Galena Home
Miss Clara M Dorman will give piano instruction at her residence No 182 North Galena Ave noting schedule 9 to 7 days unknown. Instruction offered to residents with emphasis on practical technique and musical training in a neighborhood setting.
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Clara M. Dorman
North
Galena Ave
Sewer and Cistern Work At Lowest Prices
Local contractor Jon Deeraart advertises sewer and cistern work at low prices with satisfaction guaranteed. Based at 155 Locust St, the notice promises affordable services and reliable results for plumbing and drainage needs.
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Jon Deeraart
Locust St
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Reni
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Minn
Marine
Yady
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Walton
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