Miscellany from Chicago to Washington and Berlin
A Philadelphia publisher returns a ten year old letter with an intact dollar, the tale tracing a Fordham student who paid for a Chicago mystery paper. Inauguration plans unfold with hotels, rates, and a one cent per mile rail fare. Penny coins reveal costs to the government while Berlin plans an international child exchange program. Military hazing at West Point highlights Cadet Hobson, and varied odds and ends cover salt remedies, Philippine desk set gifts, and Washington society chatter.
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Philadnlphia Ming
Fordham
New York
Hte
Chicago
Kansas City
Weat Point
Hobson
Merrimac
Walt
Taylor
Presdent McKinley
Congress
Philippines
Jan
Des Moines Fire Destroys Frankel Bros Store
A major blaze swept through Des Moines business districts early morning, destroying Frankel Bros. store at Walnut and Sixth. Several workers injured by collapsing walls, but no fatalities reported. insurance losses described as heavy.
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Des Moines
Frankel Bros
Walnut and
Sixth
Ftemen
Mto
Debating Stewart Measure Surprises Senate Supporters
In a fast session the Senate debated the Stewart instrument bill with a surprise setback for supporters. Key figures including Stewart, Sweet, and Gov candidates pressed reconsideration as committee reports on salaries, printing, and public notices moved forward amid tense floor action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Senate
Mfn
la Committee
Miner
Popullar
Heir
Agilone
Gol
Stewart
Sweet
Wolf Loutt
xenOtt
House
Tawe
Love
Gurderson
Iy Lawson
Brown
Boing
Heanlutt
McDougrall
Sition Algo Gross’ Peselvdon
Loristhy
Guy
Ernor
Moore
Hilman
San Fravelged
Torleut Society
Price
Kim
Wiilliam
Zeke
Massinon
Anil
Moana
Govermir
South Dakota Legislature Proceedings on Salaries and Divorce Law
The South Dakota Legislature met as proceedings report the approval of a bill boosting Supreme Court and attorney salaries to 4000 per year, amid debate and a narrow 21 to 1 vote. The Yakton faction pressed a divorce law change to require an eighteen month wait before decree. pricing for cattle and other notices appear in the record.
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Clecit
Elrell
Seward
Watertown
Seward Ham
Price Aly Yankton
Gross
Vilma
Dean
Dayienne
Btransky
Price
Yankton
Tuseine Nore
South Dakota
Gold ore strike near Clara Welt mine in South Dakota
Jan 2 report from Deadwood South Dakota details a strong gold ore strike east of Oreville in Custer County at the Clara Welt mine. Ore comes from a vertical shaft about 150 feet deep with quartz veins twenty feet wide. Rich specimens are reportedly found, including ore piled near Trebert’s mill and multiple notable samples.
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Deadwool
S. D
Oreville
Custer County
Trebert
Black Hills
Wanges
Kerr Faces Plea in Cosschiater Murder Case
Kerr pleads non vult to rape in the Cosschiater murder case. Judge Dixon accepts the plea, eliminates murder from the indictment against Kerr, and remands him for sentencing. Prosecutor noted lack of evidence linking Kerr to the victim’s dragging. McAllister Campbell and Death face trial with possible death sentence.
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Kerr
Nod
Wim
McAlister
Campbell
Jennie Honschieter
Dixon
Jon Vult
John NM. Harding
Non
Binley
McAllater
Death
Kerr Wan
Schulthorpe
Hackman
Towne Seeks Philippine Policy With Constitutionalist Vision
Senator Towne of Minnesota delivers a forceful appeal on Philippine independence and U S policy. He argues for self governance by Filipinos, criticizes imperial concessions, and urges Congress to authorize a provisional government while resisting continuance of direct colonial control. He cites Dewey and the 1898 treaty language as pivotal points in the debate.
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Waailnetén
Sun
Frye
Ton
Senate
Plana
United States
Hbertya
Tully
Dre
Lie
United
Ntl
United Status
Uelaye
Enue
Provident Mckinsey
CVI
Federal Party
Sector Jones
Arkansas
Une Credentiais
Hervy
Benator
Minnesota
Tiamwiden Elfork
Philippines
Nini
Towne
Powie
Pune
Silex
Dewey
Boatie
Bas
Mahihi
Views on Canal Control and Labor Reform Debate
Fragmented account shows Dr Abbott, labor advocates, and opponents debating who should own and operate strategic waterway assets. Quotes indicate opposition to private monopolies and support for national ownership. The piece laments labor law enforcement and hints at broader social consequences of industrial policy.
Death of Verdi Quietly Ends at Milan Home
Allan Jun 8. Verdi's death came peacefully after two days of illness. Surrounded by relatives and kin, his passing caused deep emotion as public tributes and authorities extended mourning. The king Victor Emmanuel sent condolences and proclamations were issued.
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Luly Atagens
Allan
Antrinsia
Verdi
Lt Come
Tie
Fie
Inoiate Freniin
Kindualtt
Phos Tees
Fileasure
Oly Authoritien
Victor Immanuel
Elliping and Towne Debate Philippine Policy Critics Clash
Fragmented transcription shows Towne advocating trade for security in the Philippines while warning against imperial expansion. He argues seeds of empire exist and urges preventive action to avoid a full empire, amid political rhetoric and successor swearing.
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United States
Fowne
Philippines
Empire
Tawng
Nelann
Clapp OC Mowath
Missouri Drainage Canal Decision Overturns Demurrer
The U S supreme court today overruled a demurrer in the Chicago drainage canal case brought by Missouri against Illinois and the Sanitary District. The decision upholds pollution concerns about St Louis water and river inflows. Justice dissenters included Justices Watson and White.
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Washielon
Jun
United States
Chieao
Une Cmac
King of
Timels
Missour Agajupe
Tinois
Uralunge
Missouri
Shitas ‘Che
Watkin
White
Chicago
Int
Alexander J. Jones
Sanitary Distriet
Supreme Coures Adveran
Directo
Uhionico
TiMola
Mivwlanippi
Bt. Louis
St. Louis
Miraouri
Aml Cho
Fragmented Washington notes show Iowa and South Dakota data
Fragmentary Washington notes list names, places, and sums for widows and relief, naming counties such as Taylor, Munia, and Yankton. The garbled column includes dates like January 2 and amounts from 1 to 12 dollars, with many specific individuals and towns referenced across multiple states.
Thames tragedy as shipwreck leaves sixteen dead
Sixteen people drown when the steamer Tislland from London is wrecked at the northern plex near the entrance to the ryer Mas. The captain and several others are saved. de Holland and parks ed amidships.
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Mas River
Trotterdam
Seamer Tislland
London
Altanen
de Holland
Parks
Verdi funeral to be modest, interment set and monument fund
The report describes a condolence ceremony in Lumlé and Lum sylf with Queen Bolena. Verdi memory is honored as the nation and county mourn a loss beyond measure. Details hint at a modest funeral, possible Wednesday or Thursday, with interment in a chapel or indigent retreat. A monument fund and municipal tributes are noted, with King Victor Emmanuel represented by a crowd.
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Faiuily
Teflexeim
Lumlé
Limsylf
Bolena
Masing
Tmly
Verdi
Wloriowa
Lwo
Mead
Heald Theater
Victor Jannmanuel
Indopuy
Nua Vane
Dani
Sioux City
Drewsbie
Tawny
Batire
Washington
EAU
Aguinaldo Rejects Amnesty in Purported Interview
The interview claims Aguinaldo tells an American agent and Dewey Otis allies he will not accept amnesty. He warns freedom requires independent Filipino government and a prolonged war, arguing amnesty equals slavery and pledges of friendship are worthless without self rule.
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Aguinaldo
Hig
New York
Sith Aguinaldo
Carlo Rubing
Manla- Ct
Benor Rubin
Tuswell & Co
Hong Kong
Molla
Yolor Fama
Canton
Shanghai
Santane Claco
Tha
Orient
Agninnida Mays
Fenor Rubino
Jim
Waalde
Swan
Hose
United States
Dewey
Otis
Wildman
Meri Toy
George Washington
George Uh
United Styls
Allegiance and troop movements reported in Manila era
The article notes a sway of troops and officials in the Philippine area. Major Mi of the Bunkeon's Department and Captain Horton supervise forestry duties aboard the Alava for inspections. Thirty third and thirty fourth regiments are moved from the Virgin Islands to Mantle for return to the United States, while the twentieth regiment, on provost duty at Manila, is ordered to Vigan. the thirtieth regiment will be drawn to Manila soon.
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Washington
Chandler Hale
Hale Chandler
Chandler
Hale
Proderic Male
New York
J. Ogden Armour
Armour
P. D. Armour
Wittle
de Summit
United States
New York State
Massachusetts
Fennsylvania
Louisana
South Carolina
Phiday
Pierre
Stewart
Husshex
Fr Scoper
Leontore Mennett
Stode
Lectine
Matin
Vane
Ton Bennton
Une
Bemtore Cooper
Doliikon
Tie Cormier
Fovouram
Johnson
Tn Uns House
McMongatl
Wang
Kiate
Herre
Gerwat
Ck Tanta
Campbell
Martin
Comumiasonera
Lreneusy
Bayer
Warten
Aoronethene
DIM
Naveenly
Uxtee
Walters
Pal
Sidurmil
Mii
Tie BunKeon
Caputin Ahern
Horton
Alava
Manila
Vigan
Three Children Die in House Fire Tragedy
A blaze on January 29 claimed the lives of Beth Mucuedis's children Kenneth aged 20 and Molidenake aged 48 who were found in the second story of the home. Firefighters discovered the inferno after entry and evacuated other occupants, with authorities beginning investigations into the cause as neighbors mourn the loss.
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Kanye
Molidenake
Kenneth
Childeen
Beth Mucuedis
Fragmented tale of medical care and honor in old telegrams
A garbled narrative recounts a Cincinnati agent, a Missouri merchant, and a doctor amid a moral quagmire. It mentions nursing, a colonel, a nurse named Gallagher, and a controversial scene involving medical cuts, engagement, and a dowry. The piece blends dialogue with dramatic irony and hints at social expectations.
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Cincinnati
AL A. Glier
Diatrice Paweenger
Mizsouri
Howe
Gallagher
Marater John
Mistresa Biley
Gatien
Cindy
Carter
Tuner
Wiech
Lil Gallagher
A Nurse's Story From Lakeside Worthy Lake
A narrative centers on a nurse graduate associated with Lakeside Worthly Lake and unnamed institutions. The account mentions training, observation duties, health care experiences, and early professional challenges reflected in a period tone.
Fear German Competition Reported in Sugar Trade
A New York dispatch describes fear among U S sugar refiners that German refiners will undercut in market. The piece discusses Russian sugar duties, export bans, and potential policy shifts to counter German competition, with figures on sugar imports and mentions of policy debate in Washington.
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New York
Cetnan Refiner
Trewse| Ary
Teialan
Xugan
Hushlun Wigan
State Department
Weskuerr
Vania
Washington
Wil Havd
Jin
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Michael G. Mewes
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Joe Pri
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Jones
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Wolle Province
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Sania Michara Yesler
Iran
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Mansell
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Geo. Biyset
Dodi
Ata
Rethlilg.ag Sively Perake
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Leon Vic
St. Jacobs Gil
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