Notable Dists From Diverse 1900s News Items
A collage of brief notes reports Potter Palmer death and $25 million fortune in Chicago. Other items reference Roosevelts appointing Poste as party leader, political skirmishes in South Carolina, and a naval review near Norfolk. Also noted: influential memorials for Amos J. Cummings and other national events.
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Pennsylvania
Ebon
Palmer
Chicago
Sundag
Woo P
United States
Mowery
Loudop
John Lowndes McLaurin
South Carolina
Sena
Tolman
Potter Palmer
Henry C. Poste
Roosevelt
Fragmented dispatches mix war, weather, and local crime notes
The item reports varied events from American civil and colonial tensions to sports scores and weather. It notes visits by American priests presenting a charity check, regional baseball and football scores, storms delaying crops, and incidents including a fatal shooting near Palestine and arson at multiple towns. Local church news and civic actions are also mentioned.
Scott's Emulsion Advertises Scrofula Cure
An 1900s style ad claims scrofula is a form of consumption and promotes Scott's Emulsion as effective for all consumption, especially scrofula, stating it heals sores and improves strength. The text also includes garbled filler about purchases.
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Scott
Yankee Goods in China A Quixotic College Venture
An account of American goods in China and an attempted start of an agricultural college in Beijing era. The piece portrays proposals, obstacles, and various reactions, noting American capital and import trade amid political and commercial tensions. Names such as Leslie and Wen appear among referenced figures and locations.
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United States
Ste
Sewell
Leslie
Pili
OMIEY
Coutier
Gansta
Elécky
Polo
Marvtiavia
United Khater
Wudapun
Kaeto
Rena Lider
Tareitertiriare
China
Wu AD
Feelghe
Conton
Meng Chow
Pico Kong
Dalek Howe
Ambra
CMA
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Ab Ogpleuitnril College
Ie Teton
Neal
Senator Hannahs Views On Mitchells Gigantic Task
Philadelphia report summarizes Senator Hannahs reaction to President Mitchell and the United Mine Workers executive committee meeting in Scranton. The piece notes proposals, worker language issues, and the difficulty in explaining terms to a diverse workforce as the administration presses for a way forward.
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Philadelphia
Hoona
Tor
Regia
Scranton
Telon Mitchell
Segktor Funia Todar
Mi Buayo
Serio
Ecolemii
Alte
Otter Land
Adtohell
Monterey
Lily
Ouy
Lune
Laurin's Manifesto Denounces Tillman Exclusion Plots
South Carolina critic Benitdir McLuhin denounces Senator Tillman’s scheme to block him as a Democratic candidate. He argues for independent thought, condemns the party machine, and vows to pursue a primary contest while defending the people’s liberty and reform.
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Tillman
Primanes
Waatington
Benitdir McLuhin
South
South Capellnn
Gellew
Ploplc
Unio Vinttely
Corian
Aik
Oman
Lego
Loweren
Bae
Aten
Freetom
Wetion
Covigresa
Peter Wlle
Wien
Fey
Senate
Ocharhotetenion
Aid
Building Your First Work This Month
A compact guide outlines starting a first project within a month. It covers planning goals, selecting tasks, and practical steps to build momentum, with emphasis on steady progress and achievable milestones.
Paine's Celery Compound Promises Health And Vitality
An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a remedy for summer ailments, offering relief for nervous debility poor appetite and general weakness. It claims to cleanse the blood regulate the stomach and bowels and improve vigor for both men and women seeking better health.
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Earth
Major Gardener Charges Probed in War Department Cable
A May 4 cable from Chaffee to Secretary Moats discusses Major Gardener's charges and the investigation. The message, read by Governor Lake and Senator Lodge, outlines the inquiry scope, objections to allowing partial testimony, and directions to ensure a full, impartial examination of Gardener's accusations.
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Ghaffee
Washtgton
War Department
Chafee
Moats
Gamtooor
Iin
Parites Chovdeier
Somerdar
Bane
Fistone
Tal Jawe
Kao
Milne
Adl
Hinto
Gurdenoe
Secretary of War
Senator Lodge
Chaffee
Miners and Officials Clash Over Work and Wages
In Rhomekin Pennsylvania on March 4 local members of the mine workers committees returned from New York with discouraging news. They vowed to continue protests over the rejection of demands for an eight hour workday and wage increases, while tensions rise in Wilkontarre over a possible strike and settlement talks. The report notes deep dissatisfaction among miners and evidence of potential mobilization for action.
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Wilkontarre
Thennite
Trade with Cuba Shows Import Rise and Export Decline
Treasury reports Cuba trade trends with rising imports and falling exports for the eight months ending February 28. Total merchandise imports valued at 9 4 a nd exports show a dip in value and a lower ratio of export shipments to the United States. The data cover the eight months to February 1902 and compare unfavorably with the same period in 1901.
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Treasury
Washington
Ehaport
Cuba
United States
United Btates
Archbishop Corrigan's Illness Reported Severe
May 4 dispatch from New York notes Archbishop Corrigan is very weak and sleeps constantly. Dr Keyes, his attending physician, says the prelate remains in danger, with little change in condition and no sign of rapid recovery.
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New York
Corgan
Keyes
Elds
Corrigan
Beaumont Event Highlights Contingent Work Efforts
A Beaumont area report centers on ongoing contingency work amid regional efforts. Local agencies coordinate to address workforce stability, with officials noting progress and upcoming measures to support employers and employees.
Notable Visitors Attend City Safety Mart and Anniversary
A group of singers from San Antonio and Dallas arrived for a night event in Houston. Mexican residents celebrated the anniversary of the Sowstall of Maximisian. The Underwriters' annual convention took place today.
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San Antonio Ad Dalles
Hoteton
Maximisian
Annuat
Fragmented OCR item hints at names and numbers
Fragmentary text mentions names and numbers with unclear context. The garbled OCR includes phrases like The Kind You Rave and Zen, suggesting a literary or event reference but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.
Miners Face General Strike Amid Hazelton District Turmoil
Hoaleton Pennsylvania May 4 miners in the Hazelton district threaten unified action after failed operator talks and dissent among the United Mine Workers. Officials warn a potential strike, while massing protests and negotiations stall at the peak of labor tensions.
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Hoaleton
Inpresk
Gertion
Mtanderill
Atrike
Berlin Bourse Stagnant Awaiting American Crash Predicted
Berlin reports a stagnant stock market with slight gains as New York and London brokers place increased orders for foreign securities. Analysts expect a dramatic American market downturn to impact German shares, while domestic coal iron and steel data show mixed signals and overall cautious activity.
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Berlin
Tannen
Domente Borres
New York
London
Hoanes
Fae
Ftom
Dontestic Bray
Grove's Black Root Liver Pills Improves Digestive Comfort
A vintage ad promotes Grove's Black Root Liver Pills with claims of active principle from Mack Futey Het and calomel effects. It asserts relief from constipation and laxative support without bad after effects, noting no beta content.
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Grove
Cab Town North Anta Boars The Tht Kind Yoigre Nan
The fragment records a local event involving a group or team with unfamiliar names. It notes a purchase and a community context, but details are unclear. The text preserves a reportage style with no definitive outcome or dates.
Slugging Duel Ends in KO at Louisville
In Louisville Marvin Hart of Louisville knocks out Kid Carter of Brooklyn in a boxing bout. The match features rapid exchanges and a decisive finish as Hart gains victory for the Louisville camp. Both fighters exchange blows as the crowd watches the heavyweight clash unfold with a knockout ending.
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Marvin
Hart
Louisville
Kid" Carter
Brooklyn
Ares
Pat Kim
Intercollegiate Athletic Association Meeting Report
The report notes a Texas Intercollegiate conference gathering with colleges in the Haswil thoy Ve uae and Hite. It mentions the Ag. Seanal Mechchnical college and Hret view preshtoin Bartort Hiverattx with Keema Wer pitemhyene and ALtory University. Delegates, including the fir white Anetin, were present and discussions centered on representation and athletic matters.
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Harney
Port Arthur Triumphs But Close Call With Cawthons
Port Arthur edged the Cawthons by four runs in a tense game, reversing an early deficit as key players like Phinsgan and Walken produced notable innings. The visitors struggled to convert chances, while Brethens Tuition’s pitching dominated in spots amid late-m inning threats.
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Port Arthur
Dirigapre
Rome
Genten
Phinsgan
Ce Ulaly
Pawson
Lithalaea
Apvox
Frodenfels
Walker Searel
Chen
Cincinnati May Day Baseball Blunders Reported
A fragmented account from Cincinnati on May 4 describes errors and a rough game with players like High and Holding delivering moments of notable plays. The piece notes debuts, deep center hits, and a late inning miscue impacting the outcome amid a muddled write up.
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New Orleans
Little Berk
High
Norenti
Lite Stock
Abbott
Dublin Defeats Comanche In Gold Medal Shooting Contest
May 4 report of a Dublin versus Comanche shooting event for a gold medal. Dublin won as shooters including St. Clair and Jeweler performed well, with Comanche club fielding solid entrants and a host menu offered. The match featured several notable scores and local athletes such as Max Kelle and Georgse Muntiouser in a day of strong marksmanship.
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Dublin
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