No Peace in Chicago End of Strike Far Off
Sheriff Barrett plans active control of the Chicago strike amid business pressure for troops. Mayor Dunne and Sheriff Barrett say resources are exhausted yet the sheriff insists on direct action. Two hundred deputies sworn in and plans for up to two thousand, as business leaders urge state troops to restore order and local officials appeal for militia intervention.
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Daonno
Sherif Thomas W. Barrett
Cook County
Chicago
Dunne
Barrett
John G. Shedd
Marshall ‘Wield & Co
Springfield
Deneeu
Agenein
Shelf Bacrete
Shier
Litia
Patterson Trial Strain Evident in New York Court
Reports from New York describe Wan Patterson's fragile state as jurors stood seven to seven in the trial proceedings. Her lawyers pressed for release while authorities and defense contend with communication gaps to the district attorney as jurors reportedly favored acquittal but remained deadlocked.
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Nan Patterson
New York
Lord iTursday
Lou
Presi
Patterson
Smith
Slavic naval events and typhoon damage near Amoy
Fragmented wartime dispatch reports Rojestvensky’s Russian Pacific squadron battered by a typhoon off Amoy China. Lighter ships scattered and delays in the squadron’s plans feared amid cross border disputes. Separately, reports from Sand Point describe a murder case investigated by attorney Wr. Schulze, with local suspects linked to Grau Point. In Asia, Japanese army movements from Te Pass to Noda Oku and Kuroki are noted as aiming to the northeast, with clashes and casualties reported along various fronts.
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Rojestvensky
Amoy
China
Jequadron
Rojestrensky
Plana
Seca
Omaha Casket Factory Collapse Kills Three, Injures Several
A tornado struck the Omaha area causing the collapse of a three story brick casket factory building. Three workers were killed and several others injured, many trapped under debris. Rescue efforts by police and fire crews followed as a heavy rain and hail storm inundated the scene. The Iowa of Dubuque owned stock and local capitalists owned the building. an inquest was not planned.
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Ava
Bir
Grace Strebte
Omaha
Omah Caaket ‘Company
Jacob Kirschner
Alstaut Shiziping Cterk
I. Mon Martin
Henry Dietl
W. A. Smith
Worl
Gies
Lmployes
Smith
Whitsell
Iowa Oatin Company
Dubuqne
Withnell
Will Make Packers Jump Disclosures Before Grand Jury
Mrs. Mary E. Marcey testified before a federal grand jury in Chicago investigating the meatpacking industry. She refused to reveal disclosures but hinted she learned two facts that will scare the Packers when the jury learns them.
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DB Marcey
Grand Jury
Mary E. Marcey
Cartier Stenograpter
Kansas City
Armour & Co
Swift & Co
Chicago
Federal Grand Jury
Mureau
Wisconsin Enacts Far Reaching Anti Corruption Law
Wisconsin passes a sweeping anti graft law signed by the governor, targeting gifts to agents and employees to influence official actions. The measure imposes fines from 10 to 40 dollars and up to one year in prison for violations, aiming to curb bribery across business and government. The report also notes other 19th century political items including endowment news from Cleveland and Bryan family mentions, plus a Nan Patterson jury update and Coxey Army activities in England.
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Wisconsin
Milwaukee Bank Official Henry G Gall Arrested
Milwaukee police report Henry G Gall former cashier at the Pirat National Bank of Milwaukee was arrested on Wednesday. Details indicate authorities pursued the case amid suspected financial misconduct and avowed criminal links.
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Cleveland Aids College
Blustings
Neb
Ll. PL Jackson
Princeton
N. J
Grover Cleveland
Mastings College
Cleveland
Gall
Milwaukee
Henry G. Gall
Formar
Gastellant Caphloy
Pirat Natonal’ Bank of Milwaukee
Riots and clashes erupt in Chicago strike week turmoil
In Chicago a deadly and sprawling riot erupts during a transport strike. Rioters clubbed workers and police fire drove crowds from streets as wagons are attacked. The conflict widens with shots, broken lines, and fear of escalating violence as employers and unions grapple with delivering goods amid mounting tensions.
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Tueaday
Chicago
Nanap
Beaven
Gam Ater
Aldy
Rioat
Colnredd
Helises
Bold Robbers Caught After Portland Hotel Heist
In Portland at a hotel lobby three men in evening dress approached the cashier desk and stole 135 from the cash drawer while two robbers were pinned by a vigilant watchman. The trio fled but two were captured and the third escaped with the money later recovered.
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Portland
Apstaira
Ainsworth Nutini
Met
Attanley Eto
Not to Gar Children in Chicago Reform Measure
A Chicago City Council session introduced an ordinance by Alderman Buxton to prevent unfair evictions that harm families with children. The measure seeks penalties for landlords who refuse to rent to families with children and frames housing justice as a public concern.
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Uniqua Ordinavea
Chicagy
Chicago
Buxton
Dennison case dates set amid Red Oak court actions
A May 28 court date is listed for Dennison and Witt in a Red Oak case involving receiving stolen property. Attorneys and Judge Mrey preside as arrangements shift to May 22 and 2d for trial, with a juror selection plan and venue changes affecting Red Oak and rural neighbors. Local officials state the case has drawn wide notice, though town residents report little curiosity.
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Oak
Dennison
Thomas
Red Oak
Chorin
Eaiel
Dermlyon
Atta Voy
J. ML. Tiling
Me. Tuakin
Root
le Wan Howe
Tridge Mrey Nine Hs
Priml Jury
Willison
Oil County
Audomey Greenlee
Aedilig
Lon Dersisan
Vane
Haver
Shaw
Father Dolliver Funeral Draws Large Attendees
Port Dodge residents paid final honors to Rev J Dov Brown the longtime minister known as Father Dolliver. The first Methodist Episcopal church held the funeral service with ministers from several denominations delivering eulogies. The interment took place at Oakland Cemetery beside his wife, who died in 1888.
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Port Dodge
J. Dov Brown
Theomshone
Dalliver
F. T Dothy
M. G. Dolliver
Victor Bellive
Gen
Mort
Church of Mort Doilde
Mr. Baird
Presbyterian Church
Mr Suck
Mer Ade Carroll
Remlest
Sestor Dallivey
Pest
F. of. Dalliver
Oakland Cemetery
Northern Telephons Company De Glazer Dividend Declared
The Northern Telephons Company held a stockholders meeting in Pon da to elect directors and declare a cash dividend. Officers elected were L. B. Strights president and M. G. Coleman treasurer, with ALS Woods as secretary. The company operates 1400 miles of toll and farm lines with 1000 phones across Fonda Storm Lake Sioux Rapids An gelin Newell and Gilmore City. In 1908 construction costs totaled 84000 and in 1904 R26,000 was spent on improvements.
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de Glazer
Ponda
Owit
Strights
Als. Woods
M. G. Coleman
Fonda
An & Per
BHO Mdies
Storm Lake
Sioux Rapids
Angelin
Newell
Gilmor City
Uring
Gurpig
Brown Secures a Respite in Trial Delay
Judge Hutchings grants a postponement in the Hol Teown case charged with cruelty to a rival, as Brown’s counsel delays with additional witnesses. Judge Willian Loubelilasay sets the next date for October 20 after County Attorney Morton moves to make the Brown case first at the October term.
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Hutchings Granty
Prlughar
Cruillenk Gauldag
Willian Loubelilasay
Brown
Patchingon
Autebinsay
Morton Mov
Pet
Fire outbreaks and wrecks hit Monmouth and Ottawa region
Fire at Monmouth threatens destruction of town. Wheeler boot and tar near shop, Millar drug stove, McFadden barber shop damaged. loss estimated at £16,000. Report also notes a fatal wreck near Ottawa in which Harry T. Dikes and several others were killed. Knight of Columbus council meeting held in Sions City with officers reelected. Milltamen Minstrel Show at Grand Theatre drew a net profit over $200 for life-range charity.
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Monmouth
McFadden
Calumnia
Convourhay
Knight of Columbus
Epiptamy Council Club
Sions City
Wes Moines
Storm Hits Spirit Lake Causes Wide Damage
A strong storm struck Spirit Lake causing property damage and injuries. Buildings and boats were damaged along the western shore while residents reported many structures at risk and initial estimates suggested about 20,000 in damage. Local officials assess the scene as crews begin to inventory wreckage and assist affected families.
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Wits
ATU
Megievaetan
Pavoni
Tally Laguna
Prave Bilyead
Imber
Ana Wena
Billy
Spirit, Lake
Spirit Lake
Sioux County Sues Overcharges in Court Suit
Sioux County alleges excessive expenditure in the construction of county buildings in Sioux City. The suit names The National Surety Company of New York and others, seeking damages around 2087 dollars plus costs for overcharges on the Tawny project originally costing 14 400 dollars.
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Crlirk Bouse
Sioux City
Sioux County
Worvinis
Considyte Andes
National
Rurety Company
New York
Asxah Algo
Bad Fire Disaster Notes and Odd Gas Readings
A garbled report describes a damaging fire at a Messena area site with confusing gas readings and a consignee style investigation. The text mentions potential losses around seven thousand dollars and a sequence of uncertain events including a bicycle incident and an unexplained hold in a local dining area.
HOMEOPATHISTS RECOGNIZED AS VACCINE DOUBTS RISE
A fragmentary report notes a debate among doctors and public officials over homeopathists and vaccination, with mentions of belief in bitters, avoidance of vaccines, and calls for examination of medical authority. The text references public health warnings and policy questions arising from vaccination campaigns and medical practice debates.
Frost Hurts Fruit As Frost Affects Oklahoma Peach Sector
Severe frost damages fruit crops across several counties. Secretary Groene notes potential recovery in portions of the state, with experts predicting a delayed harvest. Southern regions may still yield limited fruit, while growers press for relief and policy clarity amid disputed measures.
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Tawwa
Groene
Hit Society
Ait Des Alpines
Philippines Open Door Plans and American Naval Celebration
The document outlines gradual Philippine self-government steps, a popular assembly to replace current bodies by 1907, and election of a 100 member legislative body with commissions to Washington. It notes Anglo French and German policy discussions, a 1904 Anglo French commercial freedom stance, and a plan for a large international naval celebration in Jamestown from May to November 1907. Also mentions John Hay recalling defense of the Gordon case, and U.S. educational trends with Sunday schools.
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Deveoptig
Cony Wreas
Falanda Bhowkl
Popular Assembly
Prnor Wrlyhe
Ehagon
Hetyueen
Wilekipplie Cate
Cils
Bealdes
Washington
Néfalra
Germany
Mardveo
Pferer
Divare
Alexandra
Mastines
Provident Tarbert
Pars
Wayperer Willow
Tanglera
Dna
America
Jamestown
Mizhugh Lee
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Landa of ‘Vuree
Fitin ‘Company
Grau Point
Nshu
Ari Nodza
Oku
Kuroki
Te Pass
Braid
Mary’s
O. One
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Doud
John Baird
W. J. Bryan
Lincoln
Pennsylvania
Baird
Lis
Waving
Nan” Patterson
Abe
Anavnne
Lawred J. Gini
Francine
Edward J. Sovich
Sali
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Mnglith Coxey Army
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Trarehi
London
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Teney W. Miller
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Martin G. Hague
Chris
Nickell
Taster Builders
Brotherhood of Carpenters Ail Dusiers
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Membura
Mah Intinrant
Senatohio
Mixa
Luyera
Shariff Ponge
Hive Brow
Paes
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Walton
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Rod Dale Witt
Uried Eleat
Father Dolliver
Nettle Cravan
Neilie Cravon
Senator Lure
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Burlington
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Winters Coat Brothers
Mitwantes
Ottawa
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Wighuyep
Harry T. Dikes
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Warren Jajieed
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Idy Grove
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Ubill
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Reheyring
Des Moines
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TNS
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Elds State
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Centra
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Vere
John Hay
Brown University
Gordon
Nitiait Ton
Ifny
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Ators
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Uralus
Jie
Winhington
Eniunay
Lonton
Congresa
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