Afraid of Chamberlain Yet Feared Ousting by the Commoner
Special to The Post reports London political drama as Lord Salisbury appears gravely ill in the House of Lords. Rumors swirl that retirement could unseat Salisbury, with Balfour and Chamberlain discussed to lead a coalition style unionist cabinet amid party feuds and fiscal tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
London
Trechely
Lord Sallabury
Queen Victoria
Sallabury
Beaullin
House of Lords
Cesar
Lord Roseberry
Camperdown
Harold
Saliahury
Chamberlain
Carnegie Gives Ten Million for Free Education in Scotland
Andrew Carnegie donates 10 million dollars to establish free education in four Scottish universities Feinirgy Glasgow Aberdeen and St Andrews with stipulation that the beneficiary be open to foreigners only not limited to English Irish or Columbian foreign students. The move provokes mixed reactions from Scottish and English press over potential impact on university finances and independence in education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Andrew Carnegie
Feinirgy
Glasgow
Aberdeen
Stt. Andrews
Begia
Sretiieh
Carnegle
Carnegie
Edinburgh
Endowmerate
Carnegio
Tsebeleite
Campbridge
Asa Celatnd
Yue
Poulh
Booteh Univer
Itiea
Carongio
Eda
Ion
University Echeion
Scotland
Sely
Owell
Daily News
Tekken
Daily Vetegraph
Permanen
Boers Cross Orange River Reinforce Eastern Districts
Reports from Cape Town dated May 20 state hundreds of Boers crossed the Orange River from the northeast and reinforced the command in the eastern districts. A reliable line places Do Wot north of Pillopolla in the Orange River colony, far from the Vape Tone, with forty horsemen. All commands in the Orange River colony are under threat as British patrols push to secure the Orange Fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Town
Orange River
Pillopolla
Oranugé River
Orange River Colony
Orange Fleet
Confederate Veterans Reunion Sponsor Named for South
Miss Draper of Atlanta named by General John B. Serdon as sponsor for the entire South at the Confederate veterans reunion to be held in Atlanta on May 20. Miles Bonnie Draper of Atlanta to serve as sponsor for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Draper
Atlanta
Jobn B. Serdon
Miles Bonnie Draper
Thin City
Revision of Cumberland Presbyterians Tabled by General Assembly
Long report session at Little Rock on May 20 discusses revision of church law. Debates cover commission versus committee roles, quorum rules, and amendments to the Book of Church Order. Additional actions address seminary reports and church publications, with procedural votes and referrals noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Rock
Ark
Southern Presbyterian General
Joseph W. Martin
LL. D
Chijef
H. G. Bugn
Arkinnans En Pretie Court
J. J. Hobson
Kentucky Supreme Court
RH. C. Reed
Columbia
F. Canton
G. W. Flnley
Mirthu
Julge Marti
Rowl
Martin
Smalaville Presbyterian
Church of God
PiemMport
Presbytery
Norfolk
Honday
Bone
Lexington
Chiang
W. Primrose
Westminster
Vomimititee
Cumberland Presbyterians Table Name Change Vote at Assembly
The Cumberland Presbyterian general assembly tabled a proposal to rename the church to the American Presbyterian Church after a morning discussion. Ministers are forbidden to perform ceremonies for divorcees, and efforts continued on church discipline and missionary matters as delegates prepared for tomorrow's business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheat Point
Miss
Cumberland Perabyterian General Assembly
H. F. Smith
Kansas
American Presbyterian Church
Bieligges Ivaios
Morris
Boom. Fullerton
Boat of Missions
St. Lovie
James E. Clarke
Board of Publications
Nashville
Cauete
Woman's Home Mission Conference Elects Officers
The Northwest Texas Woman's Home Mission Conference at Hillshero Texas elected new officers led by Mrs A Patton of Alvarado as president and Mrs J Fred Fleming of Corsicana as vice president. Mrs Sensebiugh of Wun Haohiv became recording secretary and Mrs BB ME of Mexia was another officer. Next conference set for Waco in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Mission Conference
Hillshero
Texas
Woman's Home Mindion Conference
Northwest Texas
Mre
A. Patton
Alvarado
J. Fred Fleming
Corsicana
Yeat
Sensebiugh
Wun Haohiv
Mra
BB. ME
Mexia
Ct Wakabay Ie
Waco
Revival Meeting Opens at Avenue Baptist Church
Palestine Texas May 20 report that a revival began yesterday at Avenue Baptist Church led by pastor Janne Sellers. Attendance was strong with no interruptions. Services will continue Sunday with two sessions at 4 p m and 6 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestine
Texas
Avenue Baptist Church
Pater
Janne Sellers
Rey
Extension Trains Pass Through New Orleans Route Shown
A garbled oblique note mentions trains and routes from Nevegdovhes, Texas to New Orleans, detailing timing and travel speed. It references Grove’s Tasteless Chill and a test claim about best transport or remedy, with unclear date and place specifics.
Valet Jones Recovery Hints at Quick Murder Case Update
New York reports indicate Corayores Phyeleton Hamilton and others expect a swift development in the Rice murder case involving valet Jones. Attorneys including Jaynes, Gorton Battle, and counsel Moore anticipate clearer evidence and possible indictments as the legal process unfolds.
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New York
Corayores Phyeleton Hamilton
Williamia
Feet
Charles PF. Jones
William Marsh Rien
Mllonate
Jhe Wenn
Rico
Prartlow
Pate Ely
Falin Tsu
Theotherlindiaw
Patrie
Motrich
Murder at Kenmore Hotel Ends With Voluntary Confession
Mrs. Regine Dale Borine, wife of a Ulilage wholesale agent, gave a voluntary confession after being identified in connection with the killing of James S. Ayres at the Kenmore hotel. She described entering Ayres' room about 2 am and the events that led to Ayres' death, claiming a different room intruder motive and that Ayres fired the weapon himself. The inquest was resumed with hotel staff and experts but failed to produce conclusive evidence tying any one person to the crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrehington
Kenmore Hotel
Boeiune
Conston
Mia
Dale F. Borine
Fred
Tersahht
Ayrus
Ronnie
da Witt & Co
Ulileage
Ayres
Wien
Ant
Osome
Mra
Sod
Regine
Diateles
Bontie
Fire destroys gin at Liana Lime Texas
A fire burnt the gin and machinery owned by Charles Retuwirel at Liana Lime Texas this evening. Loss is about 1000 dollars with 700 dollars insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Charles Retuwirel
Ake
Fire Burns Taylor Yard In May Day Incidents
Report from Taylor Texas notes a blaze at Mer de A Thompson's limber yard May 2. The brush fire damaged lumber valued around 10000 pounds with 120 pounds of insurance coverage. The fire was not yet fully extinguished but controlled to the lumber yard area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor
Texas
Mer de A. Thompson
Beoween
Nike
Omer
Lnooher
Texas may get a camp for Army drill and survey
A letter from the adjutant general to the secretary of war indicates the army is considering appointing officers to inspect lands in Western Texas for a new camp of instruction. The plan, if approved, would be the greatest government favor for the region since San Antonio’s military post was established.
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Sip Antono
Texan
Army
Secretary of War, Marine
Oticere
Sirvey
Texas
Chip Vity
San Antonia
Texans in New York list gathered residents
May 26 report lists Texans registered in New York including Houston and Austin names such as C. Sehwar, G. Stovely, J. Attonio, M. A. Watson, and J. L. Rountree among others in a compiled register. The entry mentions several cities and addresses with multiple individuals cited.
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New York
Texas
Bre
Houston
C. Sehwars
Belvidere
C. Fieger
Mcarshorough
Dalian
W. T. Fakes
Stalbert
George Stovely
St. Denia
Jon Attonio
Jenkins
Hofman
Tanto
Astor
Austin
Chnrlen L
Chnrlen L. Jines, Normandie. Avallo—d. D. Tracy
Everett,Watge
M. A. Watson
Marlborough
Palstine
J. Copeland
W. Trotter
Herma Square
Fort Worth
Turner, Albert
J. L. Rountree
Denta
Movement of Ocean Vessels Cleared and Arrived
A daily list notes arrivals and departures at port Eads and Galveston. Ships include the Hermann from Antwerp via Bluefields for Puerto Cortes and Port Barrios, and the Leonora from Galveston bound for tavernons. Additional entries mention steamers Dalero and Prior to nth Galveston and other coastal movements.
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Apedial
Port Eads
Stramore Hermann
Ger
Cran
Antwerp
Dort Nor
Bluehekis
Puerto Cortes
Port Barrios An Tika
Mongueio
Nortae
Venus
Poyt mi
Fottertom
Leonora
Watehh
Galveston
Tavernons
Hamburg
Arriven Revicial S
Eamers Biter Dalero
Nth
Bri
American boxer wins at New Castle jet meet event
The American, Jack Brien of Philadelphia, defeats Gram Clap of New Castle in a heavyweight bout at the New Castle jet meet. A purse of 35 dollars accompanies the victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Jack Brien
Philadelphia
Gram Clap
New Castle
Grove's Tasteless Tone Sparks Public Debate
A fragmentary note from the Grove area references a tasteless tone causing public reaction. Details are unclear but the item signals local concern and invites further reporting.
Democratic Ticket Talk Anew As Lewis Predicts Beattie Johnson
Washington and New York report say James Hamilton Lewis endorses D B Hill and T L Johnson for the Dem ticket with Beonettiti as possible presidential candidate. The Northwest favor Beonettiti while Lewis discusses Cleveland and party aims at the upcoming convention and public sentiment toward ownership and franchises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Washington
New York
the Herald
Democrata
Northwest
David Beonettiti
Tom L. Johnson
Ohos
Wy Ophyien
James Hamilton Lewis
Ashington State
Hofman House
McOt
Toas
Mr. Lewis
Kunous City
Oyer
Cleveland
Leoria
Johnson
Mil
Bryan
Unclear 19th Century Political and Justice Brief
A garbled summary reports cabinet interference rumors Cuban commission questions and Presbyterian naming debates. It mentions Mrs McKinleys improving condition, President Almiremon on a semmetasw celors, and a Rice murder case updates. It notes a cotton tariff conference and a U S Supreme Court sugar duty payment decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ealtent
Jacksonville
Eli
McKinley
Papa Almimernon
Yara
State court weighs mineral rights at land forfeiture hearing
A document outlines cases on mineral rights and land claims in a state supreme court. Reports mention charter petitions, the Wilson murder case at Galveston, ongoing court proceedings and anticipated next term actions.
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Supreme Court Cody
Philippines Free 1000 Prisoners Amid Crises
Abeta chagertiior reports a conference where ministers discuss actions in the Philippines. Lord Salisbury holds office as talks proceed. Filipino authorities clash with American troops as forces release 1000 Filipino prisoners in a tense relief effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abeta Chagertiior
Tori
Lord Salisbury
Phomberiain
Boers Dynamite Armored Train Amidst Attack
Boers dynamited an armored train and killed one man. Eight hundred Boers reinforced the defense as commandos regrouped.
Market notes show mixed gains and stalled stocks
The report notes corn and oath higher for July while wheat traded down. Provisions markets closed Maid up as broader stock advances stalled and upward momentum failed to persist.
Fragmentary political note on Governor reelection and party convention
An unclear account discusses a national figure, Governor Deli, and hints at his prominence, a push for reelection, and a Western Republican National Convention. The text is garbled but centers on political power and party leadership.
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Deli
Henae
Cotton Merchants Split Spurs Plan to Eliminate Commission Men
A New York Times report outlines a cooperative move by cotton producers and merchants to abolish commission merchants. The Charlotte and Boston tied groups plan contracts with Wool Growers and Cotton Manufacturers to create independent selling agents and set new commission rates, aiming to control sales and pricing locally. The effort mirrors a broader push by spinner groups to form their own selling network and reduce dependence on traditional brokers.
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New York
Times
Charlotte
N.C
Manntveturora Commercial Company
STOO
Williname
Camitersin Company
Associa Sion
Thin City
Merchahta’ Association
Filipinos Kill Two Soldiers in South California Province
Official report states a group of Filipinos under Angeles attacked an American detachment, likely the Twenty seventh regiment, killing two soldiers and one native scout, with one soldier reported missing and another prisoner taken.
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Mapili
Angeles
Twenty Seventh Regiment
Honr Paanee
Canarines Province
Beaumont Field Permit Attracts Senate Interest
An English compour obtained a permit to enter Beaumont field and conduct carh analysis. Senator Towne has shown interest in Beaumont, signaling possible federal attention to the project and its findings.
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Beaumont
Senator Towne
Angoust Veiewih War Fight Arrangement Report
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss arranging a fight for Angoust Veiewih in the war with Lon Hagel or WO to 1 won at a Lowle. A trial of Stwmrockehind is mentioned and a new boat went on Wt polls.
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Teffories Wrnte
Angoust
Veiewih
Irregular City News and Local Incidents
The report notes an explosion incident involving a man with four crin ped Hicker and a machinists strike claimed to not affect Houston. It mentions President Ripley visiting Galveston on an inspection tour, a city council meeting, and local property transactions including Wall and Sinhe buying the Alexander property on Malin Street. Preliminary steps are described for rivers harbor committee activities.
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Bullremeds
Trey
Ripley
Galveston
Houston
Tom Lee
Bend
St Brunner
Mantin General MacArthur Surrenders and Unitarian Session Opens
The report notes General MacArthur celebrates surrender events involving Marine and Laguna forces as 100 prisoners are released. In Boston an anniversary week opens with a Unitarian nomination session at King's Chapel. London reports on a sergeant major returning from South Africa and a tragedy involving a husband, wife, and children. In St Louis a woman dies and two children perish after a pile is given to them by Mrs Elmer Quimby. The piece also mentions a potential American coal trust in London and US Lines adopting underwriting, plus allotment schedules on reservations and the arrest of Frank Siegel linked to a company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mantin
MacArthur
Marine
Laguna
Peiganers
Boston
King’s Chapel
London
Butler
South Africa
T. Louis
Elmer Quimby
Thinety
New York
Journal of Commerce
United States Line
Washington
Kiown
Comanche
Kansas City
Frank Siegel
Pege Sanders Livie Pompany
Wyon
Woodmen Move to Expel Members Over Liquor Trouble
The Woodmen of the World sovereign camp in Columbia Ohio tabled a resolution to expel members who engage in liquor related offenses and revoke charters of compliant camps. The executive committee can revoke actions with a two thirds vote and enforce stricter fraternal association rules for Woodmen and their families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Ohio
Woodmen of the World Today
Campa
Woodlmen
Petition and Sentences Highlight Racial Tensions in Early Times
A fragmented report describes a petition by women urging retention of Provost Marshal Washington and notes tense interstate politics. It mentions a group of five Black men later sentenced to death for a murder in Pennsylvania, with historical references to military figures and racial turmoil.
Sensible Plain Talk on Health and Patent Medicines
A promotional block warns chronic disease patients that cures come from individualized medical care not patent remedies. It claims extensive experience and promises personalized treatment, asserting high cure rates and urging readers to seek tailored medicines over samples or stimulants.
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Sire Hood
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Salisbury
Balfour
House of
Cecil
Confederate Veterans’ Reunion
Iver
Eure
Southern Presbyterian Assembly
Cumberland Presbyterians
General Assembly
Nevegdovhes
New Orleans
Grove
Union
K. H. Cawthon & Co
Clathlera, Hatters, Furnishers, Tailors
Malo Street
Rice Hotel
Valet Jones
United States Oil
F. A. Heitmann
F. W. Heitmann & Co
W. W. Willson S.A. Menebiysale Hidr
E. McAshan
J. L. Kirby
Sup’t Pine Land Association
Silsbee, Toray
Beaumont Oil Fields
Lucas Geyser
Treasury
Planters and Mechanics National Bank
South Texas National Bank
United States Oil CO
Jas. S. Ayres
Kiling
Lesses
War Department
D. B. Hill and
T. L. Johnson
United Stats Supreme Court
Philippines
Midrhtur
Wvasmhl
Commercial
SPORT
Railroads
Proas Entertainment
I Oelock
Messrs
Wall & Sinhe
Alexander
Malin Street
Rock
Taylor Weil
Chi
Pekin
Bengal
Ciry
AD Peres
John
Bylvania
Arnold Auguatius
Richard Davis
Willian Hodson
Consulta Oe
Alamo
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