Cyclone Devastates Iowa Towns Wreaks Havoc Across Polk and Jasper
Des Moines reports a violent cyclone struck eastern Polk and western Jasper counties last night around 9:80. Valeria and Bondurant suffered heavy damage with multiple fatalities including the Baley family, many injured. Ankeny and nearby towns reported severe wreckage. Rail lines, depots, bridges, and several buildings were destroyed across a wide tract from Bondurant to Marshalltown. property loss estimated at $150,000 with extensive crop damage.
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Ira
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Postmaster blamed for mishandling papers at Cripple Creek
Postoffice Inspector McMeichen states Post master Hose can burn uncalled for old papers. He blames insufficient distribution on Cripple Creek post office leadership and says he has reported the facts to Washington.
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Aguinat Pilibusters Supreme Court Decision on Neutrality Laws
The U S Supreme Court affirmed a Pennsylvania ruling that the Horas expedition against Cuban insurgents violated neutrality laws. The case, urged by the Attorney General, seeks to reinforce neutrality in filibustering expeditions.
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United States Supreme Court
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Horas
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Arma
Gasoline Explosion Kills Four in Chicago Family
A Townsend Street stove blast incendiaries a six person family. Four dead and a fifth severely burned as Mrs Malm wakes to breakfast and the oil reservoir bursts into flames. The child dies from terrible burns while neighbors aid in rescue.
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Townsend Street
Malm
Alain
Presbyters Open 108th General Assembly at Saratoga
The 108th Presbyterian General Assembly opens in Saratoga New York with two surprises a conference proposal to pacify recent differences and the election of a liberal candidate as moderator. About 700 commissioners attended along with many visitors as Dr Gooth delivered a lengthy sermon lasting over an hour.
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Saratoga
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108Th Presbyterian General Assembly
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Presbyterian Church
Llavelock
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Thousands of Chinese Counterfeit Half Dollars in France
A U S Secret Service report details thousands of nearly perfect counterfeit half dollars traced to China and circulated in France via Chinese traders who attended the Atlanta exposition. Estimated value about ten thousand dollars, with notes on the bullion market and testing methods.
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France
United States
Secret Services
Atlanta
San Francisco
Cyclones Sweep Oklahoma Area Causing Fatalities and Destruction
A St. Louis Republic dispatch from Guthrie Oklahoma reports eight cyclones in five days. At Edmond twenty houses were demolished and two people Harvey Rich and his daughter died. White Eagle north of Guthrie saw three cyclones in an hour destroying houses and stock. Rodgers and wife killed by falling timber at Black Bear and a farmer White plus family injured. Estimated property and stock damage reaches about 75000 dollars. relief expected for Paine County.
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Trade review notes delayed orders amid stagnant demand
The Weekly Review of Trade reports continued waiting conditions with many orders deferred for safety. Wheat forecasts ease, western receipts stay large, and the home market remains muted despite crop optimism. Wool sales total 2 645 200 pounds for the week across three markets.
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BR. G. Dun & Co
Weekly Review of Trade
United States
Canada
Storm Rips House In XN Region Strands Family Unharmed
During a fierce storm near Holla XN DL a house was blown away at about 1 AM while a sleeping family escaped with only a pillow displaced. The wind toppled the dwelling but the occupants remained safe in their beds with no injuries reported.
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Holla
Frisco Jeweler Kills Cousin Then Takes Own Life
A. E. Sheppard of San Francisco murdered his cousin Miss Aveny, then cut his own throat. The woman was said to be morphine addicted. A note from the killer claimed it was his duty to kill her. Sheppard was a believer in spiritualism.
Tragic Mis Identification Fatal Shooting in Greeley
Ernest Brownell, 17, a Greeley Cal. high school student, was shot and killed by Bade Foster, a barber, who mistook him for a burglar while Brownell was staying at Foster's home after a rehearsal. Foster has been arrested.
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Greeley
Calo
Bade Foster
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Market quotations from major grain and cattle markets
Market notes list bid ranges for cattle and hogs at Sioux City Chicago Kansas City South Omaha and Minneapolis with grain quotes for wheat corn oats and rye. Prices vary by grade with beef steers stockers feeders and sheep shown alongside feed costs and seed prices.
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Congress Free Seed Scandal Spurs Budget Scrutiny
Washington letters harshly condemn the free seed program amid Congressional sparring over costs. Secretary Morton proposed distributing 1000 seed packs to each member, sparking backlash and a redesign into 500 packs per member. The scheme costs about 165000 dollars annually and critics argue it wastes public money on decorative acts rather than farmer aid.
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Congress
Morton
Aforton
A Bountiful Harvest Foreseen Across Corn Belt
Experts predict a bountiful crop in the corn belt as favorable spring rains broadens soil readiness for seeding. Analysts warn farming fortunes influence national industries and overall economic health.
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Corn
Guether
Tony
Cuba's American Prisoners Owen Milten and Alfredo Laborde
A 19th century report details American prisoners Owen Milten and Alfredo Laborde condemned in Cuba. Milten, a journalist from Arkansas, sailed for Cuba to supply stories to Western papers and deny arms in his capture. Laborde, 35, born in New Orleans, is tied to a Spanish army veteran family in Havana with siblings in New York and Florida.
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Domestic Exports Rise and Imports Climb in April Trade
The bureau of statistics reports domestic exports in April at 9,313,623 dollars versus 63,008,001 last year. Ten months ending April 20 show a marked rise from 1895. April imports total 58,705,999 dollars, up from 58,740,958 a year earlier. Gold exports in April reached 3,782,260 dollars, up from 2,393,610 in April 1895.
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Bureau of Statistice
Naval board to draft uniform code of punishments
The President approves reappointing the naval board to draft a uniform code for naval offenses. Governor Altgeld restores citizenship rights to Lyman Wagoner after a 15 year Joliet prison term for assault. Senate confirms Frank W Chaplin as postmaster at Elizabethtown Ky amid a years-long contest. A green snake interrupts Yale chapel prayer as Dr Bradford leads.
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Congress Debates Cuban Belligerency and Public Bills
The Cuban question dominates Senate debate with Mr. Morgan urging belligerency resolutions and a report on U S Spain diplomatic ties. Senate and House pass or consider various measures from Yosemite tolls to merchant marine and district fines, with a District of Columbia appropriation bill nearing final action and immigration policy advancing.
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Merchant Marine Engineer Service
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Lal
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