Claims Coal Lands in Tennessee Largest Land Suit Filed
Chicago woman Mrs Ida B J White sues to establish title to more than 700000 acres of coal and iron lands along the Cumberland plateau across numerous counties in Tennessee. Her claim rests on the Matson title via Dr Matson, a New Yorker who secured tax titles, died in Memphis, with heirs passing the claims to Mrs White. Registrar at Jamestown refuses to file abstracts hindering progress.
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Tennessee
Jamestown
Fentress County
Chicago
Ida B. J. White
Cumberland Plateau
Memphis
White
Registrar of Deeds
Holbein Tries Dover to Ramsgate Swim Nearly Five Hours
Holbein attempted the English Channel crossing from Dover to Ramsgate in rough seas and strong tides. He swam about eighteen miles before being forced to abandon the effort within four miles of Ramsgate after nearly five hours in the water.
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Holbein
Dover
Ramsgate
English Channel
Ramsgatr Hy
Plan to Unite New York City Restaurants Under Trust
New York caterers plan a trust to combine all leading eating houses. A tambine of prominent New York restaurants may form the basis for a broader national pattern, with organizers holding influential positions in many major cities.
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New York
New York City
Weary Bachelor Farmer Hangs Himself in Montrose
Clarence Davis, a 34 year old farmer described as a lifelong bachelor, was found dead by hanging in his home at Montrose. Neighbors reported persistent loneliness and fatigue with farm life, but no note was found. Coroner stated no external injuries and the cause listed as suicide.
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Farmer
Clarence Davis
Montrose
Dans
Bashti
Belese
Mexican Agents Propose Emigration to Boers in Holland
Mexico dispatches agents to Holland to induce Boers to emigrate in large numbers to South Africa. The government offers land on easy terms and transport arrangements, aiming to attract anxious Boer citizens to relocate to Soperk and other provinces.
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Holland
Mexico
Cholera Surge Hits Upper Nile Towns Egypt
cholera rages in egypt with over 100 deaths in towns along the upper nile Moucha near Assiout reports 96 cases and 50 deaths 107 cases at Assiout in three days half fatal. Farming industry gains contradicts belief of rural decline per census bulletin. Turks killed in battle 25 Turkish dead in Strumitza clash with Bulgarian troops. Senator McLaurin declines Roosevelt court appointment amid corruption accusations.
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Upper Nile
Moucha
Assiout
Pricipal
Upper Egypt
The
Nile
Assinot
Constantinople
Strumitza
European
Turkey
Violent Storms Ravage Midwest and Kill Several
Widespread storms across Illinois Iowa Indiana Nebraska and Colorado cause floods crop ruin and deaths. Five people are killed by lightning in Illinois and Iowa while Des Moines Keokuk and Hannibal flood warnings rise. Des Moines river swells as corn and wheat suffer heavy losses, with mill and granary damage reported.
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Illnois
Iowa
Illinois
Nebraska
Colorado
Mississippi
Joliet
Atnois
Desplaines
Indiana
Wisconsin
Denver
Maryland
Missouri
Keokuk
Mississippi River
Missouri Bluffs
Hannibal
Des Moines
Skunk
Quincy
Weather Bureau
Upper
Lagrange
Des
Behigutte Tt
Opecanoee County
Harvey Reeser
Death of John W Mackay Ends Western Miners Quartet Era
John William Mackay died after visiting his son at his bedside. He is to be interred in Greenwood Cemetery, New York, joining the last of the famous Western miners group known as the Big Four. He married in 1867 to Mrs. Bryan, daughter of Colonel Hungerford.
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Tapateri
Isaire
Wali
Bonday
Esa Entil
Mackay
Hungerfor
Tina T
Colatro Colonna
John William Mackay
James C. Flood
William S .O'Brien
James G. Fair
John W Mackay
Bropkins
Crocker
Huntington
Stanford
Colton
Bryan
Daniel Hungerford
King Edward Moves After Major Surgery Described
A physician described devices used to aid King Edward after a severe operation. A trapeze with two ceiling ropes and rings lets the bedridden monarch shift positions with minimal abdominal and back muscle strain, aiding post operative mobility. Queen Alexandra helped adjust a pillow as he sat up for the first time.
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Edward
Alexandra
Destructive Baltimore Tornado Kills Thirteen
A tornado struck Baltimore Sunday afternoon killing thirteen and causing millions in damage. The storm hit after noon with sudden force, uprooting trees and wrecking buildings including St. Marys Star of the Sea Church and the Merchants and Miners pier roof. Property losses reached about $400,000 as water intruded on the pier facilities.
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Baltimore
St. Mary’s Star of the Sex
Merchants and Miners
Levee Break Beloved Figure Mackay Family Loss
The piece profiles John W Mackay Jr and Clarence Hungerford Mackay, noting John W Mackay Jr was killed in an accident on a private Paris race track, a tragic blow to his parents. It references the family as renowned social figures in London and Paris.
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Iondon
Paris
Mackay
John W Mackay, Jr
Clarence Hungerford Mackay
Joho W
Robbery at Chicago Masonic Temple Safety Vaults
Bookmakers report a theft of over 35000 dollars from the Masonic Temple safety deposit vaults in Chicago between Friday night and Saturday morning. The loss includes 10300 cash and two deposit certificates for 8000, with access apparently tied to the master key system and box keys. Police deem the theft plausible amid questions over vault security.
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Chicago
Masonic Temple
Washinston Ark
George Rose
Tuep
Birgit
Carnegie Grants Aid Flow Across Kansas
The text notes Andrew Carnegie has provided substantial funds totaling $285,500 to various Kansas communities including Kansas City, Lawrence, Newton, Ottawa, Emporia, Fort Scott, and possibly others, highlighting broad philanthropic impact across the state.
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Kansas
Andrew Carnegie
Loomery
Kansas City
Lawren Reaver
Sworth
Newton
Ottawa
Emporia
Fort Scott
Bite Rapids
Local Briefs Include Murders and Elections Across States
News notes from Hutchinson Kansas report a wildcat on a back porch, a lightning strike killing thirteen cows near J W Griffin, and a man Grant Williams arrested in Arkansas for a crime in South McAlester Oklahoma Territory last October. The Vatican marked the 24th coronation anniversary of the pope and Germany's exports to the U S grew to 310,714,064. A Denver Socialist Labor convention nominated T A Knight for governor. a Kansas drowning tragedy is noted as well.
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Hutchinson
Kan
Pdpe
Vatican
Hutshingon
J. W. Griffin
Grant Williams
Ahrkansas
Miners Push Arbitration Urged At UMW Convention
At Indianapolis the United Mine Workers urged public aid for an anthracite strike arbitration plan. Mother Jones spoke as Mitchell outlined union support, with Illinois pledging 50000 dollars and Ohio 10000. The session adopted the appeal to the people and adjourned after hearings on mine disasters.
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United Mine Workers
Indianapolis
Aas
Bedr
Mother Jones
Conention
Mitchell
Wisen
Illinois
Ohio
Iowa
Indiana
America
Pennsylvania
Utah
Roderick
Picnic for relic hunters at White House sparks repairs
In Washington relic seekers gather in front of the White House hoping to claim boards and timbers from the building. Workmen have removed old wood and relic hunters compare pieces to Lincoln Jefferson and Monroe era timbers. The scene blends renovation with speculation on historic value as officials note repairs proceed.
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White House
Washington
Renovanti
Xiready
Ey Hayev
White Horse
Lincoln
Jefferson
United States
Louisiana
Monroe
Jarrabout
Wheat and supplies tied to 1892 peak in Chicago markets
Market summary notes wheat at high levels for July with futures near record highs while a large crop is anticipated. Government reports show 2.49 billion bushels expected yield with 1.678 billion in reserves, and cattle and hog prices rise to near historic highs amid uneven receipts.
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Anadvilice
Chicago
Daily Trade Bulletin
Chicago Market Collage Scrambled Prices and Grades
Market notes show wide price ranges for dairy and grain with mixed quality labels. Listings include butter creamery at 20 to 21.5 cents, corn No 1 and No 2 grades around 45 to 82 cents, oats 68 to 78 cents, and hay prairie 8 to 18.5 dollars per unit, plus cattle and hog quotes across several grades and shiplists.
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Chicago
Sheen
Beto
Glover Reed
New York
Hom Wa
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