Japanese Envoys Named for Peace Talks at Portsmouth
President Roosevelt announces the selected plenipotentiaries for Russia and Japan to negotiate a possible peace treaty. Russian ambassador Muraviev and Baron Rosen, with Japan’s envoys clothed in full power, will meet in Portsmouth to seek a lasting settlement.
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Oyster Bay
Hoosevelt
Helks
Ambersador
Muraviel
Chierly
Italy
Baron Rosen
Ambessador
United States
Count Cassini
Fétmelis
Qomibi
Roosevele
St. Petersburg
Tokio
Japan
SetMect
Emor
DOD
Roosevelt
Feamsters Indicted by Chicago Grand Jury
The Chicago grand jury, after a month of beer and labor unrest inquiry, returned a report indicting key figures. Charles Han, president of the Compass union, and W. H Mediahos, leader of the Brick Stone and Terra Cotta Feamsters union, are named along with John Gray, general purchasing and distributing agent for the Feamsters Brick Company.
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Chicago
Ment
Tingis Qe Compass
Charles Han
W. H Mediahos
Feamsters’ Tnien
John Gray
Purchasius
Tiineis Brick Compatr
Wansae is Deluged
Western Missouri and Kansas endured soaking rains for forty eight hours. Sunday rainfall topped three inches in the southwest region, with Reasas Cry reporting eight and one seventh inches of water.
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Wansae
Ekeansas City
Missouri
Kansas
Southwest
Reasas
Labor strife in Hawaiian sugar fields sparks talk of troop call
Washington reports that several thousand Japanese laborers on Hawaiian sugar plantations are on strike. Representations to the War Department suggest a potential call for U S troops may come at any time due to the labor dispute.
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Washington
Hiweiian Islands
War Department
United States
Imports of Newark and New York Port Values
New York port imports of merchandise and dry goods valued at 10.06 million dollars for the week ending Saturday. Imports of specie totaled 327,082 silver dollars and 2740 gold. Rome: Live in Ancient Palace.
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Impports
Newark
New York
Boaligen Likely to Resign Amid Market Row
Boaligen appears set to resign as Bereret of BG 5 after a disruption at Sioux the Store Market. Mutineers Sail Awar.
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Boaligen
Bereret
Sioux
Train collision near Kansas City kills two, injures three
Santa Fe Limited eastbound collided with a belt line railway train two miles from downtown Kansas City Missouri on a temporary track under repair. Two people William Frazier and Michael Devine died. Three others injured including Gee Willis and Jesse M Tabbutt. Both engines at fault for not stopping at the crossing to await flag signals.
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Alliance
Marshall
Cleveland, Akron ‘and Columbus Railway
Kansas City
Santa Fe
William Frazier
Independencs
Fitzmatrice
Lynching of Eight Near Watkinsville Georgia
In Georgia a mob killed seven Black men and one white man near Watkinsville after forcing the jailer to release prisoners accused of attacking a farmer's wife. The victims, tied to suspected involvement in earlier murders, were shot at the scene. one body fell to the ground as the mob fled, and another escaped.
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Georgia
Atlanta
Watkinsville
Weldon Dooley
Cothie
Watkineville
Béedu
SONS OF ELLARE WINNERS Varsity Eight-Oared Race
In a four mile theme race Yale's varsity eight defeated Harvard by three quarters of a length with a time of 22:30 to 23:00. The event marked a new high for such a contest in twenty seven years between the rivals.
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Varsity
Barvard Sen
Losdan
Conn
Wale
Crete
Barvard
Yale
Crimson
Zale
Harvard
Gotuce
Ceremonies Mark Patriotism With War Department Cannon
A Massachusetts arsenal supplied a cannon used in ceremonies by the Patriotic Order of the Sons of America. The artifact, along with a bugstaff bearing the national colors, underscores wartime pride and civic ritual.
Mrs Stockdale Will Fight Reveals Multiple Wills
Testimony Thursday in the Stockdale case showsMrs Mary Stockdale directors challenge her will leaving 300 to several charities. court learns four other wills were executed at various times though only the 1883 document before the court has been located.
Arrest if Flag is Lowered in Weleetka Tax Riot
In Muskogee Indian Territory Judge Raymond chief justice issues arrest orders for anyone lowering the flag to half mast on the Fourth of July. The measure follows threats by Weleetka citizens over tribal tax resentment.
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Muskogee
I. T
Weleetka
America
Raymond
Indian Territory
Chinese Extend Boycott Moves in Selangor Commerce
The Chinese chamber of commerce will meet to decide on joining a boycott of American merchandise until a tariff measure is repealed. Local Chinese leaders weigh the impact on the town’s trade and livelihoods.
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Selangor
Péuinguin
Chacuiber of Commerce
Treelandspi
Birth Rate Tops US Cities in New York Area
New York records show a high birth rate with about 21 births per 1000 residents in the recent period. The figure marks the city as having the nation’s highest birth rate among major U S cities.
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New York
Department
United States
Will Build Largest Warehouse in City
Plans completed for a large warehousing project costing about 2,000,000 dollars. The Rock Island and the Bt Li and San Francisco Branchy Companies announce erection of a term sure to be one of the world’s largest buildings in the city.
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Finuses
Meo
Rock Island
Bt. Li
San Francisco
Quite Husband for Woman in Distress Case
Fragmentary notice reports a domestic dispute involving Isaac J. Ditton's home. Foreman in a gas company, Joeminine independ and Mrs. Gie Hanler unnamed in the fragments. The text references marital separation and legal action but lacks clear dates or locations.
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Pireiz
Joeminine
Gie Hanler
Isaac J. Ditton
Shortage Forces Resignation Rumor at Stiga Building
Fragmented note reports a shortage causing leadership change rumors at Stiga. mentions Ueshier and a looming resignation but confuses event details with unclear timing and attendees. No open doors observed. unclear officials or exact place.
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Ueshier
Scientists Sail for South Seas
Reported voyage sets sail with two parties aboard to reach distant gales and southern waters. The expedition aims to study marine life and climate patterns aboard the research vessel.
Secretary Hay Passes Away at Lake Sunapee Home
The secretary suffered chest pains and died after a period of illness. He had left Washington Friday for his summer home on Lake Sunapee and had been optimistic about returning to the capital in the fall. Doctors Scudder and Murphy attended, but his breathing failed and he passed away shortly after midnight.
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Terylaz
Dr. Seudien
Scudder
Dr ‘Scudder
Murphy
Wis
Bay
Lake Sunapee
Washington
Europe
Hay
State Department
Grhen
Revolt Spreads as Mutineers Rally in Baltic Sea
Early reports claim mutineers surrender in the Baltic but later say they were joined by the battleship Potemkin and cruiser Georgii Pobrosneset. The two vessels are searching with searchlights and preparing for possible attack as authorities order sinking rebel ships.
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London
Daily Mail
Thorn
Authoritie
Eliniaz
Potemiine
Georgi
Pobsedoneset
Rockefeller's Generous Gift to Yale New Haven Hospital
A notable philanthropic act pledges a substantial sum to Yale New Haven Hospital, emphasizing support for medical services and research. The announcement highlights the donor's intent to advance patient care and institutional growth through the gift.
Rockefeller Gift Sparks University Endowment Plan
President Hadler announced a $1,000,000 donation by John D. Rockefeller and a total $2,000,000 from graduates, with gifts ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. The funds will be invested for income and preserved inviolate for the institution.
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Sesday
John D
Rockefeller
Hachey
Hadler
Hockell
Mills Closed After Steel Company Refuses Old Scale
United States Steel Corp refuses to sign the old wage scale after talks with the Amalgamated Association. Mills shut down at midnight Friday following the breakdown of the conference and pending settlement negotiations.
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United States Steel Corporation
Pittsburg
Pal
Neward
Fridsey
Amalgamated Association of Iron Steel and Tin Workers
American Sheet and Tin Flate Company
United States Steel Corporating
Amalgamated
Acting Chief Engineer Named for Panama Canal
W E L Dauchy, long in charge of the Celebra division, becomes acting chief engineer after the resignation of Chief Engineer Wallace shocks canal commission employees.
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Panama
W. E L. Dauchy
Wallace
Canal Commission
Three Die in Licking Hotel Fire Collier Hotel Fatal Blaze
Three persons perish in a rapid blaze at the Collier Hotel in Licking Missouri. The dead include W. L. Shelp of Rolla and an infant, plus an individual from Willow Springs. Fire origin unknown. the structure described as wooden and burned quickly.
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Licking
Collier Hotel
Dirs
W. L. Shelp
Rolla, Mo
Emmetter
Arsenic Poison Probe Deepens in Pratt Case
Lake City reports list arsenic found in Cyrus Pratt’s stomach after his death on a farm near Vetter. An inquest postponed pending State Chemist Kinney analysis. Will Persing held for safety. Mrs Pratt maintains innocence as investigators seek direct evidence to confirm foul play.
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Ttia
de Lake City
Cy Pratt
Fardier
Vetter Oh
Yette
Binney
Pratt
William Persing
Rockwell City
Will
Persing
Prof
Kinney
Des Moines
Lake City
Hes Laren
Hopis
Des
Moines
Storm Hits Arnold's Park on Lake Okotoji
A severe Friday storm at Arnold's Park on Lake Okotoji caused major damage for three hours. Sailboats and launches were driven ashore, one boat sunk, and heavy earth wash damaged landings and steps. Strong winds resembled a tornado, the worst in 27 years.
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Arnold's
Park
Okotoji
White House Landing
Flood Hits Arnold’s Park and Lincoln Beach Areas
A severe flood drenched Motees Bre DavyY Gauze area near Arnold's Park and Lincoln Beach. Water rose to about three feet in cottages, damaging furniture and clothing. Homes along the shore suffered damage as tides surged over the sands.
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Arnold's Park
Lincoln and
Groom Surprises Bride with Secret Dubuque Wedding
Leroy R. Chase, manager of the Login House in Fort Dodge, quietly wed Twila Allen a wealthy widow from Berrien Springs Michigan in the Hotel Julien parlors Dubuque. A Baptist minister conducted the ceremony after the bride was unaware of the plans until meeting the minister.
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Meeps
Leroy R. Chase
Fort Dodge
Twila Allen
Berrien Springs
Mich
Julien
Dubuque
Chase
Fatal fall down stairs claims Mrs Arp and grandchild
In Davenport a 1 year old died after and which left the grandmother with a broken hip and prognosis poor. A police officer faces kidnapping charges in Sioux City with two arrests. Distillery petition gains council approval in Oskaloosa after large turnout. Council Bluffs census shows population change. A train accident in Dubuque kills a 22 year old. sister dies in Chicago. News from Creston and Manila reports add to a string of notable events.
Savings Bank Under Scrutiny After Book Review
The savings bank, organized in 1892 with capital of 10 000 dollars, held an open afternoon examination in the presence of officials including C C Mueller the cashier and president Beneigh. It reported over 10 000 dollars in deposits. A receiver may be appointed as land speculation losses are alleged against Mueller.
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Abe
Beneigh
President Bank
C - C. Mueller
Ice Prasidio
Mueller
Édshier
Bock
Death Mystery: Osceola Mail Carrier Mellor Dies
Osceola mail carrier Mellor died suddenly on Wednesday after falling ill following a drink laced with alcohol or poison. Authorities expect an autopsy. he left a wife and six children in poverty with $1,000 in insurance.
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Mellor
Oscedia
Stelock
Boon
Grocer Drowns Himself After Mental Decline
William C. Spotman, missing since Saturday, is believed to have died by suicide in the Missouri River a half mile north of the city. Correlating clues include his hat and umbrella found on the river bank after a fruitless search. A boy spotting the items alerted others as Spotman, described as mentally unbalanced by a brain tumor, had previously attempted an jump from a street bridge, but was restrained.
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Plott
William’ C. Spotman
Corneil Bluts Groves
Missouri ‘River
Spétman
Big Increase in Iowa Public Institutions Costs
A Des Moines board report shows Iowa state institutions cost 2,554,922.06 to run during the biennial period ending June 30, 1905, up 228,482.32 from the prior period ending June 30, 1903. Increased wages and salaries add 88,539. Coal costs rose by 115,281, as coal price per ton advanced.
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Capital Report
Des Moines
Iowa
Young Woman Arrested for Murder in Dougherty County
Miss Lille Balhayan is arrested on a murder charge in Dougherty County. The body of her illegitimate child was found in a trunk after a late medical examination. Neighbors threaten summary punishment if the betrayer is found.
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Dougherty
Lille Balhayan
Flord
Slide of Death At Missouri Valley Carnival
A female performer at a Missouri Valley street carnival fell about fifty feet during a "Side for Life" act when a wire broke. She suffered fatal injuries and is not expected to recover. The stunt involved suspending from a strap in the teeth along a steep, inclined wire.
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Fatatlmae
Missouri Valley
Aire
Matthews
TENTS ATTACHED CAUSE INJURIES AT ROCK RAPIDS CARNIVAL
A carnival tent collapse at Rock Rapids Friday evening injured Miss Myrtle Rosenbourd and several others. Suit filed against Montgomery Carnival Company for damages while tents and apparatus are in sheriff’s hands. Also notes deaths and local incidents including a Keokuk widow’s self harm, a Tyrone lightning fire fatality, and other regional items.
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Rock Rapids
Myrtle Rosenbourd
Montgomery Carnival Company
Industrial Hope Rising Amid Mixed Market Signals
The report notes improving activity in construction and manufacturing with steady prices and depleted stock levels. Live stock receipts reach 286 822 head, shipments and commodity prices shift with grains up and hogs and cattle mixed. Failures show declines in weekly totals, while wider markets edge toward a more optimistic tone with stronger demand and eased money conditions.
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Lemands Gon
Chicago
Alo Dun
Regional live cattle and grain price roundup across major markets
The report lists cattle and hog price ranges for Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee and Toledo, plus wheat corn oats and butter prices. Notable figures include Chicago cattle 4.00 to 5.50 and wheat No 2 around 1.03 to 1.08, with other markets showing similar commodity spreads and grain values.
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Chicago
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Sue
Sore
Detroit
Hazy
Aliwankee
Ste
Toledo
Ettles Ae
Lara
Slam
New York
Catihors
Dachov Corm
Zeit G&e. Butts
Egga. Weaters
Pee Rhae
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Litinnis
Tir Casal Operatote’ Association
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Cyrus Pratia
Prace
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Robert Carriher
Sioux City
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Carriher
Thilo Potter
Hazel
Potter
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Council Bluffs
Louis Rayus
Chicaso
Jewin
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David B. Heidemon
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Sarah E. Sage
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Eli Sage
Keokuk
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Peter Gredes
van der Zee
Jacob van der Zee
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