Cadets Testify On West Point Hazing Controversy
Cadet Joseph Barnes testifies before a congressional committee about hazing at West Point, accusing upperclassmen of brutal rounds against fourth-year members. The hearing recalls statements by presidents on similar practices as congressmen press for accountability.
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West Point
N. Y
Joseph Barnes
District of Columbia
Keller
West Point Academy
Congressional Investigating Committee
Smith
Witnens
Mc Drises
Brooklyn
Aigut
Keller-Bos
Barnes
Mr. Deigte
Ronning
Kansas
Massachunett
York
Hrookilyn
Wagner
Lowil
Mir. Wagner
Wrat Polini Mit Lure
Blaine
Driggs
Cote Zachariah Taylor
Thewittess
Jules Senith
Edward Lotalam
Tennesse
Albert
Gow
Deen
Texas
Booz
Hoon
Marge
Janet
Shert
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cures for Eczema and Pimples
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for eczema and skin eruptions. It claims humors cause the eruptions and that the remedy discharges and fortifies the body. Testimonials mention J. Pranks and Miss Alvine Walter of Algona Wisconsin, urging immediate use.
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Hood
J. . Pranks
Alvin
Congress Debates Bills and Elections Across the Nation
A sweeping summary of legislative activity and political events signals nations upheaval and policy battles. Senators unite against military reorganization, river and harbors bills move, and public notices reflect electoral shifts and investigative actions. Royalty and labor disputes mix with stock market notes and local political changes as events unfold.
Courtroom Confusion Shocks Witnesses In Turbulent Hearing
A chaotic courtroom scene unfolds as Mr Driggs and Doon struggle to recall a key witness. The judge orders the room cleared while officers remain unsettled and questions arise about the trial’s conduct. Witnesses and officers depart amid tension as accusations of doubt over testimony surface.
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Mr. Driggs
Jane
Ahertdan
Confirmation of John Harlan for Porto Rico attorney general
Washington January II report on efforts to confirm John Harlan as attorney general for Puerto Rico. Objection by Senator Pettigrew stalled the vote. Foraker and Spooner urged withdrawal, citing concerns over the nominee’s family ties to the Supreme Court and the current litigation involving the island. Pettigrew noted higher grounds and warned the nomination was inappropriate at this juncture. Senate adjourned without a quorum.
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Washington
John 8
Harlan
Sen
Cvation
United Sites Supreme Court
Porto Rico
Pettigrew
Foraker
Spooner
Haron
Wan Baved
Justice Tartan
Markyn
Supreme Court
Pei
Justice McKennna
Harrison
Acton
Harrigon
Reduce Production Caution From Merchants Association
The Merchants Association spokesman warns against further cutting of production due to the cotton yarn market's poor condition and high stock on hand. He urges restraint to avoid overproduction and market imbalance.
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Heaton
Grif Lazitive Gromo-Qulpise Seeks Ilause Removal
A terse note reports that Grif Lazitive Gromo-Qulpise acts to remove the ilause, aimed at preventing further confusion. The brief describes the action as an official measure to address the issue and restore clarity.
Southern Publishing Association selects next meeting site in Texas
The Motting of the Southern Publinhorn association in Montgomery Alabama notes a forthcoming meeting to arrange a Texas live stock association. It mentions the Houston Gas company officers and a real estate deal concerning Inalde property.
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Southern Publinhorn’ Association
Montgoomery
Ala
Texas Live Stock Association
Bloeglon
Houston Gas Company
Dhe
Inalde
Boers At It Again Join Invaders Invasion News
The British government acts to reinforce and lead actions amid Boer incursions near Murrayburg and surrounding districts. Reports say Dutch forces join the invaders while Colonel Vile’s mobile column fights near Grelinavict. General Puget moves to Pretoria to refit as fever affects troops. Three hundred Deeres captured a British convoy at Bronkhurtn Prust but escaped. Authorities urge vigilance to keep Cape Town safe and deter further southern advance.
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Jaulon
Jenuary
Murrayburg
Murrayeburg
Grant Reinet
Vol- Vile
Puget
Pretoria
Meyors
Capetown
Wastoin
Lord Roberts proposes sword of honor for Portsmouth mayor
London reports Lord Roberts in a letter to the Portsmouth mayor urging a sword presentation as South Africa's language conflict eases. He says it would be fitting to honor and console amid long years of hardship while the cloud over the nation lifts and tempers soothe.
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London
Lord Roberts
South Africa
Portsmouth
Monarch Clears for Capetown With LOO Cargo
The British steamer Monarch departed today for Capetown carrying a load of horses destined for Transvaal and New Orleans. The voyage starts from the port city with cargo and crew lists noted in the official shipping dispatch.
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Transvaal
New Orleans
Monarch
Capetown
Loo Heres
Choate and Lansdowne Confer on Hig Paunefeave Treaty
London January 13 United States Ambassador Choate and Foreign Secretary the Marquis of Lansdowne held a second conference on the Hig Pauncefave treaty. No outline of Britain’s intended action was developed and no decision will be reached for several days.
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London
United States
Ambammilor Choate
Marquis of Lavadowne
Great Britain
Mutual Life Leads in 1900 Business Volume Says New York Announcement
The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York announces preliminaries for 1900 showing it leads the United States and Canada in total business. It reports higher earnings paid to policy holders, new premiums, interest, and reinsurance receipts, with a large volume of risk taken. The company notes accumulated assets vastly exceed those of rivals, with substantial mortgages and loans, asserting its position as the foremost life insurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mutual Life Insurance Company of
United States
Canada
Hoy WIE Lose an Arm at Mira Texas Train Accident
A 16 year old boy, Thorpe Collier of Village Mira Texas, was catching onto a moving engine this afternoon. He lost his footing and fell under the wheels, mangling one arm. A surgeon prepared to amputate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mira
Texas
Thorpe Collier
Death Penalty Discussed for Crimes in Pekin
In Pekin Prince Ching and entourage witnessed the sealing of papers at the Forbidden City. The death penalty may be inflicted for murder manslaughter robbery counterfeiting looting and punishing those linked to the Boxers. Deportations of insurgents to Guam proceed amid prison confinement for priests aiding insurgents.
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Pekin
Prince Ching
Atn
Forbidden City
Chine
Court of Justice
Berlin
Munster
Nussia
Germany
Senate Deliberations On Imperial Policy And Army Powers
Washington January opens with Senate debate on a pension for Horatio Davis and a broad clash over imperial policy. Senators argue over printing a petition related to Philippine governance, while amendments touch on presidential power and military authority, reflecting tensions between anti imperial and pro imperial stances.
Governor Stanley condemns Leavenworth lynching and calls for death penalty
Governor Stanley denounces the Leavenworth lynching of Alexander as despicable and demands swift punishment. He orders the Lawrence and Topeka militias ready, demands sheriff Hverhard account, and says the death penalty should be restored in Kansas. A Senate committee plans a death-penalty bill for murder and rape, and the governor offers a $400 reward for Alexander’s killer.
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Topeka
Kan
Jummy J
Stacley
Leavenworth
Kagess
Stanley
Leavenwori
Leevedworth
Taulyne
Steih
Lawrence
Alexander
Kansas
Stanley Calf
Senate
Dexander
Hverhard
National Live Stock Association Opens Salt Lake Session
The National Live Stock Association met in Salt Lake City with President Springer presiding at 10 40 AM Governor Heber M Wells and Acting Mayor Buckley attended and a telegram from Vice President Roosevelt extended greetings. Speakers included Samuel Cowan of Texas and Lovening of Indiana as debate focused on associate and permanent member status and the need for federal inspection. The convention adjourned for the afternoon after addresses and committee reports.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
National Live Stock Association
Springer
Heber M. Wells
Buckley
Tom. Micon
Nebranka
Prest
Roosevelt
Beal
Hoya
Spring
Reece
Delagatee
Executive Committee
Kenzie
Texas
North Carolina Swings to Democratic Control in State Change
Raleigh with January 1 reporting the Democrat party takes control from a six year Republican and Populist administration as Aycock succeeds DanielIssuel as governor.
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North Carolina
Raleigh
N.C
Democrata
Abop
Abdries P Aycock
Hon. Daniel
War talk in senate over Danish islands and 100000 army
Senators debate imperialism and foreign trade fears as Mr Teller cites Danish island plans and Kr Tulle questions war likelihood. Arguments focus on 100000 man army need, cost, and impact on domestic peace. The Senate adjourns after an executive session at 6:00 PM.
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Mr. Hawley
Kr. Tulle
Colorado Worker
Amd Maed Tt
South Sea Islands
Europe
Mr. Teller
Abraham Linenlas
Ghia
Blue Ridge
Tallot
Mets
Pilippines
Heme
Mwe Wurten
Mr. Turley
Warren
Senate
Fire destroys home in Dublin and embers threaten Eden store
Fire swept the J M Cowder residence in East Dublin early this morning causing total loss. Insurance for the dwelling stood at 390 with 155 on contents. Earlier, in San Angelo, Texas on January 15, H G McLean store and Eden post office burned for the second time in ten years with about 1500 insurance less than expected.
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Dublin
Texas
I Ochork
Cowder
Aetna
Hartford
Kien
San Angelo
H.G. McLean
Eden
Secon
Residence Fire at Denton Claims Home of Ed Hokett
A dwelling in Denton Texas burned during the night destroying the home of Ed Hokett and causing an estimated loss around $900 with insurance cited at about $600. Investigators noted no signs of arson and neighbors reported flames appearing shortly after midnight. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze though the structure sustained substantial damage.
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Denton
Texas
Ed Hokett
Lord
THREE ROBBERS SEIZED DURING STORE HEIST NEAR SHROPORT
Four white men robbed Vic store of 8 6 Christian at Viwlan forty miles northwest of Shrovaport. They bound clerks, took four guns, ammunition, cutlery and clothing. Deputy Sheriff Morris pursued them to Jamesbayay Bridge near the Texas line, where a brief exchange of gunfire ended with their capture.
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Hey
Sweenport
Christian
Viwlan
Shrovaport
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Mexico
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Ve Jaren
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MR. Harlan
Loca
Murraysburg
DUICH
England
Choate and Lansdowne
Court For the American District
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Jones
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K. H. Cawthon Clothiers, Hatters, Furn and
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J. Newton Hathay
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