Scattered Notes From a Bygone Era Across Cities
An assorted, fragmentary column recalls legal intrigue, daring ransom plots, and curious incidents. It mentions Jane Maced, the Cuban General, and a kidnapping tale tied to a hoped US ransom. It references Carmind Levy and inheritance schemes, Easterly notes on Florida oranges, and a Penny Progressive Novel venture by W T Stead. Various overs, curiosities, and small-town anecdotes follow, including auctions, poetry-like musings, and a Kidd treasure note.
Parliament in Crisis as Freeport Measure Dominates Agenda
British Parliament faced a major moment as the freeport issue loomed large amid a packed Westminster scene. The queen attended, with key figures like Chamberlain, Mundella, and Gladstone receiving prominent cheers. The speech signaled defense, agricultural relief, and tax reforms, while government leaders pushed a two thirds transfer plan to raise public funds, drawing sharp opposition from Liberals and Labour factions.
Tillman on mother in laws and domestic peace
New York report quotes Senator Tillman defending the mother in law as a key arbitrator in family disputes. He argues a wise mother in law could settle quarrels, spare public airing, and keep harmony at home by judging impartially in domestic matters.
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Carolina
New York
Titman
Hood
Chaputes
Texas
Howe
Klaw
Rhodes and Chamberlain clash over Rhodesia plan and Transvaal rule
A Times cable describes Cecil Rhodes and Joseph Chamberlain shaping a joint policy toward the Transvaal crisis. It details Rhodesia ambitions, British home rule ideas for the Rand, and the potential political realignment in England with Kruger and the Boers facing a shifting balance as Germany eyes Europe’s reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charmberiain Bodoa
New York
Harold Frederic
Cecil Ithodhs
London
Times
Ly Alrike
Chamberlain
Colondal Poloal
Anandal
Avotal
Huehces
Iin
Echenie
Rhodes
Kruger
England
Jameson
Hercules Robbie
Walt
Hritich
Englund
Transvaal
Vietoriia
Berlin
Beitiels Ultuntuns
Rand
Dlateler
Tatuto
Anpreme Court
OWA
Mplenty
naTesuarde
Fke
Habatance
Vitlanders
Liberal Party
Trish
Jn Uhely
Rhodesia
Capetown
Foreclosure of Lien on Pacific Railroad Bonds
A House joint resolution proposes alerting the secretary to issue a notice regarding the Pacific railroad companies. It seeks to authorize the issue of bonds to settle the lien and take possession of lands, with bond powers limited to a specified percentage and subject to approval. The measure targets reclaiming property and financing under terms of the act.
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Washington
Mir Mellspew
UF Ch Ceeuney
Katie Paeifiy
Pacific
Congressional Proceedings Remarks on ailing bills and adjournment
A noisy session opened with discussions on a free gold substitute and procedural questions. Lawmakers debated the timetable for the pending bill, with Mr DeArmon and Mr Dipgley voicing opposition and calls to crystallize policy. The day included tentative adjournment plans and a tribute to late colleague Mr. Cran before adjournment at 12:15.
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Honer
Wartington
Oui
Oxas
Dogen
Hainer
Pep
Nebraska
Mr DeArmon
Tom
Senate
Sayers
Dem
Texas
Hie Colleamie
Cran
Guilbert’s Welcome Home Follies Night Ovation
Yvette Guilbert receives an ovation during a Follies Bergere performance tonight as she reappears in Nyat Hine amid a long American tour. The piece recounts her career journey and the welcome home atmosphere, highlighting bold stage moments and public admiration, with a sense of mounting anticipation for her upcoming act.
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Yvette
Paix
Fey
Yvette Huuivert
Markets and politics from Washington and Cuba debate
The report covers stock market activity in Washington with bill milestones and a Cuba policy debate in the House and Senate. It notes a resolution on Cuba self government, U S recognition of independence, and ongoing diplomatic moves including a nomination in Washington.
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Waallington
Felderat
Billaye
Cowal
Kamas
Seagate
Pacific Rattroud
Rom Puntos
Cameron
Penndylvania
Cuba
Bpaniah
Independent of Cut
Ruth Cleveland and the Policeman's Daughter
An 1890s Chicago scene recalls Ruth Cleveland, daughter of President Cleveland, meeting a policeman’s child at the White House grounds. The dialogue centers on parental roles, class, and the public/private life of a first family member amid Washington’s anniversary events in New York with Delmonico’s hosting a reunion.
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Chicago
Ruth Cleveland
Ruth Sunday
White Hall
Ruth
Bolloeman
Americans Leave Miners Fight Over Boer War Tactics
Fragmented OCR text covers American miners in Ironwood who refused to take up arms for a march on Johannesburg amid tensions with Boer forces. It also mentions captains Knight and We Hy Awlehe, a proposed reform movement, and a curious mustache growth anecdote. The long excerpt includes references to Jameson raid events, mining company rifles, and labor unrest, with miscellaneous literary and dramatic quotes interwoven.
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Ironwood
Jameson
Johannesburg
Michigan
Milat
Knight
Minng Ometala
Eigen
Jl Tel
Tught
Andar
Nha
Tlee
Kalant
Orange Free State
Jamenon
Johannanburg
Lime
Mme
Pha
Huntmond
Bitter Spanish Papers Attack United States Policy
Spanish language editorials accuse the United States of belligerent tactics and meddling in Cuba and the Philippines. They condemn open recruitment, funding, and recognition of rebel groups, arguing such actions inflame conflicts and threaten international order.
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Annault Phy
United States
Key West
Plu
Copiem
Havana
Clua
Janhls
Ui Goubtrs
Washington
TeMersot
Lincoln
Frankie
Spain
Avalon
Usp
Tor Bhaln
Rellgvns Hf Mate Gu Molec
Hell
Kavane
Dol Parm
Philippi
Market Reports and Quotations From South Omaha and Chicago
South Omaha and Chicago market items show cattle and hog receipts, prices for native steers and cows, and grain and provisions values. The records include market hulls, quotations for wheat, corn, oats, and hay, plus a literary note on a poem and a San Francisco department store development.
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Venynn Cie Kunann City
Market Hull
Medldin
Cartlom
Market Alow
Breach of Promise Case Involves Lord Chief Justice Panel
In London February 10 a breach of promise suit was heard before Lord Chief Justice Russell and a special jury. Alex Airdie Butheeland, claimant, sought damages from the Hon Dudley Churchill Major Thanks, son of Garon Tweedmouth, alleging betrayal of an agreement. The defendant was ordered to pay Mina Butharland 6,000 pounds and cover costs.
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London
Alex Airdie Butheeland
G Balidt Gil
Dudley Churchill
Wident
Garon Tweedmouth
Justlee Hussell
Mina Butharland
Crain Dies After Charity Ball Illness Amid Congress
Representative Wm H Crain of Texas dies in Washington after a morning pneumonia illness at a charity ball week. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made. Ambassador Runyon’s body removed from vault to railway station for transfer to Bremen enroute to New York aboard the steamer Havel. The Ohio bank crisis unfolds as W O Browne faces creditor claims totaling several hundred thousand dollars. The Detroit Tribune notes industry and agricultural prices fading amid sharper times.
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Washington
Mob
HL. Crain
Texas
Ambassador Runyon
Berlin
Ely
Theodors Runyon
Culind States
Germany
Bremnn
Ohio
New
Philadelphia
W. O. Browne
The
City Bank
Uabilitien
Browne
Fishbit
New York Times
London
New Party Conference Opens With Diverse Speaking Plan
A historic party gathering plans a bold program with speakers including veterans and reformers. Delegates will hear on money questions and union aims. decorations and banners will frame the venue as attendees anticipate open discussion and potential extension of the conference.
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Tay
Hans Ference
Javon
Coxey Ghiwon
Blewall
Wallin Coan
Don Valley
Mhing
Helen XL Gaurwii
Lie
Merceon
Lal aMek Ion
Adente
Iliac
Honda
Uish City
Allegheny
Ant
Actos
Deserves No Sympathy Described in Transcribed War Memoir
A garbled report recounts a World War I era scene with mentions of South Africa and Boer forces. It notes public safety items, miners, and a conflict atmosphere, with references to captains, orders, and the Battle of a location tied to Dutch or allied forces. The text is fragmented and difficult to parse for precise events or dates.
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Chicago
South Africa
Adaiewian
Borloar
Coky Cde Oh
Tynes
TAG mMek
Phernan Wort
Mabel
Jobenmerbarg
Juhwingsburg
TAMMANY AT THE TABLE WITH CROKER AND SHEEHAN
Ex chief Croker and his successor John C Sheehan are to attend a major Lae county meeting in New York amid plans to honor Croker as his leadership is praised. An engraved address will be presented along with tributes and a gift exceeding two thousand dollars. Attending guests include ex Governor Flower ex Mayors Grant Giling and others.
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Ed Ward
Mexico
United States
Cromwell
Conn
Captain Kidd
Croker Ani Nhechan
New York
Deiuckala
Savoy
Run Croker
Tammautys Hall
Jon C. Sheehan
Indy Lomlershyr
Was Organicat Lin
Tarda
Mr. Croker
Jtme
Tammany
England
Wiscolyra
Lae
Cofey
Figare
Die Ker
Tammany Executive
Flower
Grant and Giling
At- Lirney
Tinciice
Fredericke Smythe
John Drimming
Columbus
Febo
Republican State Central
Neil House
J. M. Jokes
Ques- Hon
Dal
United Press Acquisitions Tour New Papers
United Press begins distributing its news services to several regional papers. Phoenix and Portsmouth papers report adopting United Press features as of February, with Daily News reviews and added wire services. Rockford’s Evening Republican also started receiving United Press reports today.
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Phoenis
Jugetts
Phoenix
Sinternvitley
Pee
United Heven Porthm
American Wheelmen Meet for Fifteenth Annual Assembly in London
The League of American Wheelmen opened with a road meeting at Jigimor this morning during the Fifteenth Annual Assembly in London. Mayor Hooper gave the welcome, committees reported on highway improvement, and Chief Counsel Potter of New York spoke on road needs with a stereopticon demonstration.
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London
Jig Imore
Patino
League of American Wheelmen
Yak
Hooper
Potter
New York
Northwestern colleges meet on professionalism in athletics
Representatives from Chicago Northwestern Illinois Purdue Minnesota Michigan and Wisconsin hold a meeting at the Palmer home to discuss professionalism in athletics. Delegates favor liberal interpretation, action possible before adjournment. Charges of professionalism are under consideration as universities seek a stance on amateur rules.
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Chicago
Feb
Talmer
Universition
Cheng
Northwestern
Ilinois
Purdue
Minnesot
Michigan
Wisconsin
Weators
Ing Wis
Cis Wit McMillan
University of Minnesota
Hans Gad Mes
Stlniehote
Collee
Court orders court martial over Fort Omaha incident
A report from Fort Omaha details a contentious Saturday night at a much-troupe venue. A court martial is ordered by Colonel Bates, with potential discharges for involved soldiers. Secretary Ober and others will pursue a broader investigation into the conduct and purse dispute, while safeguards allegedly failed during the event.
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Fort Owann
Omaha
Fort Omaha
Batea
Hie Fort
Ober
Thin Y
Thors
Ty Washington
Old Glory Perpetual Life of the Capitol Flag
The piece reflects on Old Glory and its enduring symbolism as the Capitol flag endures through wear. It notes stripes torn and replaced, yet the flag remains the same emblem, with a perpetual life that outlasts individual tattered pieces and moments in history, as described in Washington Star.
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Congress
Aussloa
Senate
Washington Star
Ohio Society of New York to Toast Memory of Sherman
Ohio society members in New York will drink a toast to memory of General William Sherman at Delmonico's banqueting board as they mark the 25th anniversary of his march from Atlanta to the sea with a large gathering and notable guests including Senator Aill won and Governor Bundnell among others. The event sets the tone for a veteran reunion in the city.
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National Academy of Venlon
New York City
Prince ‘Thomas Fitchle
Kinge County
N. Y
New York
Brooklyn
Uni
Tabor
Uid
Rosink Bluce
Bome
Sheratan
Willian
Ohio Borelery
Delmonico's
Athkinta
Sons of Ohio, Real, Dent
Pont Prandia
Aillwon
Jaws
Brive
Obie
Bundnell
J. W. Hoyt
Cleveland
McKinsey
St Louis
Huesell A. Alger
Strong
Joseph H. Choate
McKinley
Bic
Seria Tortled Foraker
Bail Granted to John Hays Hammond in Pretoria Case
John Hays Hammond was released on £10,000 bail under constant surveillance after the Wednesday arrest in Pretoria. He may meet visitors only with authorities approval as part of the terms, amid a broader legal scene including officials from Hartford and Cleveland.
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James Tohngom
Jefferson
Korstaor
John Hays Hammond
Pretoria
John Boys Hammond
Barkeyes
Hartford
Conn
Cleveland
Bushnell Hid Mustam
Goftn
Peper
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Farmingdale
Plea
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Benjamin Ward Richardson
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Albany
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Dean Hole
Rochester
Wilson Barrit
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Phelps Ward
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Eae
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Segret
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St. Louis
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Shen
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Labor Party
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Cecil Rhodes
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Kuler
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Pattigrew
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Gorman
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Denk
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le Penate
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Del
Edward
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Ubereyf
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Leeds
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Mr. Gorman
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Harris
Tennessee
Cortre Honst
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Chechar
Kute
Roday
Oakland
Cat
Dinwsley
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Prige Oghta
Ace Bei
Brose
Hia Monlen
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