Curious miscellany from distant lands and local oddities
A digest of scattered notes mentions antiquities trading, veterans honored for Fenian raids, a funeral mishap, a bridal veil craft, camels of Hartford, a Bavarian refuge hut, Norwegian wooden churches, a witness age joke, a golf club Africa prediction, peach tree odd crop, a Vermont trench accident, and various curiosities from China to Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimball Bouth Dakota
Tre Wiates
Trivelere
Brita Antiquarias Society
Diip
Captain of Police Accused in Yankton Liquor Theft
A Yankton agency captain named John Omaha was bound over for trial after being charged with stealing liquor from the dispensary at the Bkeney. Two Yankton Indians testified as witnesses. the case proceeds to the next US grand jury in Deadwood with a $500 bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankton
Jan
John Omaha
United States
White
Bkeney
DN. C
J.T. Coxhead
Lee
Frost
State Board of Charities and Cor Restions
Meade
Pierce Hotel
Andreas Lundtergen
Will A. Walker
Charles L. Blunt
Edward A. Brown
Edmund A. Bruce
John Holman
Robert E. McDowell
Fort Luna
A. Pierson
Missouri
South Dakota
Koua River
Tabor
Hon Homme County
Teamno
Charles Molckhortt
Orange Cuy, Ta
Bankton County
Many Members Are Made At Aters deon Last Night
A large group of workers at Aters deon last night welcomed new members joining the ranks. The ceremony marked a significant expansion of the local labor organization with attendees from several departments and a pledge to increase collective efforts.
Army and Weyler dispute dominates London telegraph
The dispatch reports Weyler defying the government and a cabinet vote on his immunity. It notes the cabinet faces embarrassment as Weyler attacks the United States and factions realign within London political circles. The item includes scattered stock market notes from Sioux City and Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Jan
Weyler
Liu
Ung
United States
Famous Author In Dangers On Newark Trolley Scene
Dr Thomas Dunn English, author of Ben Bolt, was struck by a trolley car in Newark on Friday while crossing Broad Street. He jumped onto a fender to avoid the car, and was carried a few feet before being freed by the motorman. He escaped with minor injuries and resumed his walk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oper
Fosane
Canton
Thomaa Sundvold
Brodgin
Dell Rapids
Board of Insanity
Yankton Asylum
Worthing
Ben Hot
New York
Thoman Dunn English
New Jersey
Will
Sweet Alice
Ben Bolt
Newark
Broad Street
Sti Rae Min
Tralley
Tacoma
Wesh
Minneapolis
Nerelitor
G. W. Khiner
Miso Chricine C. ‘Tolinie
White House Closed Today for New Year Quiet Day
The White House is closed on New Year’s Day for the first time in many years. The president and wife spent the day in retirement as the vice president and cabinet members omitted receptions in sympathy, making Washington a very quiet city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
White House
Adjourned Luetgert Trial Faces Possible Retrial
Chicago report on January 3 says the Luetgert murder trial was adjourned as the court noted a juror may have expressed bias. The defense may request a retrial when the court reconvenes after the legal holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Luetgert
Tim
Drenent nMik
Dotgert
Defiant Censorship Action Report From Madrid Barracks
The Nacional prints defiant notes criticizing the government. It says Weylera or kon seized control but could not stop the wide reading of the issue in barrack rooms. The piece also attacks McKinley and U S Minister Woodford in harsh terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weyle
Urotesc
Biarbitz
Madrid
Nacional
Weylera
Nas
Tnt
McKinley
Unite
Atates
Woodford
Gunboats Fire Upon Nilo Derviahon Skirmish Report
Jan 3 dispatch from Chiro describes Tritich gunboats firing on positions near Berber and Khartoum. The Niemelboute steered twenty miles south while a patrol vessel pursued a cargo-bearing craft amid ongoing bombardment and naval activity on the Nile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orin Ow
Ha Derviahon
Chiro
Tritich
Nindé
Khartoum
Whedeerishen
Cape Ware
Greater New York forms amid grand New Year parade
A vast New Year celebration marks the birth of Greater New York with a city hall lighted pageant. Mayors and officials oversee the transition as 10,000 spectators witness the ceremony and the tower bell heralds the new municipal era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater New York
Wurster
Common Council Chamber
Clare McKelway
Greater
City Hall
Ohio Republican power struggle over Hanna in Senate race
Ohio legislators clash as Hanna backers push for control of the organization and the Senate seat. Early votes show strong opposition to Bushnell and calls for reorganization amid pledges and counter pledges by factions within the party.
Van Wyck Appointments Foreseen by Press Representative
Reported by an Associated Press rep that Mayor Van Wyck will name twenty appointees later. The likely slate includes names such as Chamberlain, Crane, York, Sexton, Hamilton, Keenan, Langtry, Scannell, Keller, Edson, Ty Jemking, and McMation among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater New Lock
Lear
Lakewood
Jy Jun
Richard Croker
Associated Press
van Wisk
Chamberlain
C. Crane
John Whilen
Bernard J. York
John
Band of Public Improvements
Daniel F. McMation
Durrants Seek Damages Over Calumny by Smyth
Max and Mare Durrant and Willa Durant, of San Peanviaco California, sue for 59000 damages claiming defaming remarks by exduror Smyth described him as a moral monster. Attorneys General John J. Dickinson and W. W. Foote represent the Durrants in the case arising from comments about Chinese opium use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Os Duror Smyth
Murleroy San Peanviaco
Cal
Max
Tanshella M. Durrant
Willa’. Daerant
Theodore Durant
Smyth Sudde
Ly Me
Durrant
John J. Dickinson
W. W. Foote
Securities Sold Cheap in Maverick National Bank Auction
Over $1,000,003 in assets of the defunct Maverick National Bank were auctioned under a U S district court order in Boston Massachusetts. Securities including notes and judgments were liquidated for about $1,005,800 though collateral reduced values to $170,090. Depositors reportedly received ninety percent of their claims amid notes written by youth and persons of no financial responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mas. Dan
Unite States District Court
Maverick Nat Anal Bank
Gold Supply Increases With 1907 Year Outlook
Washington reports the director of the mint estimates 1907 gold production around 440 million dollars, about 20 percent higher than 1901. US production is expected near 69.5 million, with a potential decline of eight and a half million from last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dam
Mint
United States
Von Der Ahe Seeks A Divorce In St Louis Case
The Bt Louis based premier of the club faces a divorce petition filed yesterday, marking a second matrimonial attempt. A recent dispute involved a former housekeeper who worked before the marriage, with resulting counterclaims and social consequence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von der Ahe
Ventura
Louis, Jan
Chris
von der Ane
Louie
Tase Bal
Club
Wuhia
Avera
Drouell
Mie
Young Wolrian
Trading in Wheat Adopts Bierngene Rulex by Kanwar City Board
The Kanwar City Board adopts Bierngene Rulex to govern wheat trading. Officials say the measure standardizes pricing and reduces speculative practices. Community groups react with mixed support as farmers weigh potential impacts on yields and market access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kanwar
Wheat futures rules set by Kansas City exchange
Trading in wheat in Kansas City adopts rules that futures sales must specify No 1 hard winter wheat of not less than 59 pounds per bushel or No 2 soft winter wheat of not less than 59 pounds per bushel. Seller may choose delivery type and regular deliveries require warehouse receipts issued by a qualified elevator and registered with the board secretary bearing official stamp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Crossley Appeal Dismissed by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court dismissed George D. Crossley’s appeal holding no basis to try the case in U S courts. The matter involved a derailed train carrying mails and a conviction related to a railroad incident in 1899.
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Hus
United States
Supreme Cour
Washington
Supreme Court
George D. Crossley
Clelon
Vivenit
Jan Jfim
Charles Q
California
M. B. Scott
West Virginia
Gullen
Ohio Republicans Seek Hanna Support in Senate Vote
The Ohio Republican majority organizes to support William Hanna for the U S Senate, arguing the election should not affect the senatorial question. They cite state conventions and public opinion as aligned behind Hanna despite past debates within the House and party factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiter
Bushnell
Bishoell
Kurtz
Marietta
Athens
Bramley Cleveland
Sniect Ruilway
Benatar Munna
Bramley
McKikonn
Cleveland
Cleve Judd
Stark Couty
Hava
Jones
Vaunty
Manno
Coburn
Hunni
Cas
Senate
Representative Scott
Fulton Vaunty
Combine
Thynna
Scott
Fujin
Burke
Hanna
Joney
Minin
Erievinosa
General Assembly
Lie General Assembly
Bern
Hun
House
Watserton UP Olfiéers Wriat
Ohio
United States Senate
Ohéch
United States
Democracy
Friends of Free Wilyer
William McKinley
Ex-Diplomat McNutt Marries heiress in New York
The marriage of Peat McNutt of this city to Miss Margaret Van Cortlandt Ogden of New York is set for tomorrow in New York. McNutt, a Wakhing figure with a stormy diplomatic career, rose from local roots to a notable, controversial service including Madrid and Rome postings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank McNutt
Minn Ogileny
Richmond
Tod
Peat McNutt
Margaret Vann Courtlandt Ogden
New York
New York City
McNutt
Andrew F. Scott
Second National Bank
Wakhing
American College
Porter
John W. Koster
Mr. McNnit
Senator Stewarts loud moan over world slavery plot
In Denver on June 4 Senator Stewart denounced a Rothschilds syndicate claiming plans to divide China among European powers and turn Asia into financial slavery. He warned the next move is to divide South America and threaten the Monroe doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anye Hollavhiti
Denver
Senator Stewart
Scvndia
Washington
Rothschild
China
Napoleon Proposer
Miners Rescued After Prolonged Mine Squeeze
Report from Guanajuato states that 35 miners were saved after being trapped hours. Initial rumors claimed drownings at the San Jose de Garlic mine tower works but rescue parties found the men alive. Families and fellow miners celebrated, while questions arose about causes and local procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of Mexico
San Dose de Garlic
Guanajuato
Fan Bing Pla
Teachers Proposals Ignored In High School Plan
Sioux Falls and Canton reports show teachers' suggestions rejected as state plan favors college prep. Critics say the high school curriculum remains misaligned with college needs, risking few graduates entering higher education. Officers and local officials are named in unrelated notices and community updates.
Revival Bears Fruit in Laketon Theft Restitution Made
Laketon Indiana residents report revival success as locals return stolen items to neighbors. A log chain and two chickens were recovered. one man confessed to stealing and is set to make restitution. A separate note from China mentions a French Asiatic department head on a secret mission. Also in New Bedford December 31 owners of cotton and weaving bills vote to reduce wages by 10 percent starting January 17, affecting 10 000 workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laketon
Indiana
Wesleyan Methodist Church
County
China
London
Kioume
Asiatic Department
New Bedford
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Neds MacGinot
Pritceda Margert
Prusaia
Sir Gifferant
Newdie
Tia Pure Tern
Hartford
Conn
Park Board
Zagapitze
Germany
Garmisch
Bavarian Highlands
Grut
Norway
Smithfield
Daisy
Betty
Bujawayo
Africa
Rt. James's Gazette
Rhodes
Myr. Kruger
Mr. Balfour
St. Louis
Marly Crawford
Bellows Als
Teseliar
Sindar
Lpsinit
Donnybrook
Duke of York
Li Hung Chong
Haw
Jeho
Aniwe River
Perks
Benjamin Baker
Ohurio
Min Otuwwa
Kanga City
Vnte
Kansas
Nara
Aera
Corvalig
Ore
Atersdeon
Sioux City
South Omana
South Omaha
Manswe Oty
Weplehee
Stern
Noth
YAU Rookirm
Fenders
Ee Rai
Gethee
Biologi
Packers
Faneep Fecai Ptm
Honhie
Gale
Flux Hoole Nora Nant
Timothy Bont
Aberdeen
United Workmen
Puth Il
Antic City
F. Aight
Tees
Teas
Jon
Alex Rose
Ullsely
Bronx
Rons
Load City Bank
Ife
Hmen
Scotland
Wimsele
Nu Dafynmy
Fond Suielne
Tull Contesaton
Leud
Ross Highest
Trendy
Homestake Company
Rankin
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Anthony McGawas
Harteree
Dull
Cioan
Canh
Horthern
Noriligen
Buxhein
Bowhels
Cary
Gabes
Og Wrley
Bewti
Liverpool
Janney
Flone
Jun
Iran
Shores
Jnvor
Han
Lyset
Edie
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van Wye
Theater New York
Old City Hall
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York
Brooklyn City
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Manhattan
Brooklyn
Queens
Counicil
Thy Rannei
Qldernicit
Atréat Eleaning
James McCartneyy
Tixes Aid Aasessimonty
Thomas L. Feilner
Euwara
Patterson
Edauerd
Shwehy
Board of Education
Chiles H. Knowl
Hetrat
Hutiee
Weest
Met
Te Logistitiey
Marcowe A. Haynie
Jobit
Xemiton
Manna
Hanha
Brice
Golemocrat
Eluet
Hanna Ie
Maxwell
Xenitor
van Wyck
Corinetie Expectationn
Paria
Cyirot
Fnahorda
Nile
Omdurman
Srrive
Kino Chin
Free
Berlin
Kangana City
Clavs Erunner Kaiserin Augusta
Kino Chon Bay
Crossley
Sealpe
Asin
Training Sehgot
Sioux Falls
Sta
Te Wlure
Frank McClelland
Norwo
Tater Uife
WB Eddy Cation
High Sea
Annemade
Tim Les
Puphia
Igh
General Lyon Port
G. A
Wade
Veturiane
Grand Army
Gifford
Penioree
J. Py Hawn
Jacob Kehing
J. My North
Jeirgeom
Harmony
WML
Ed Abbott
N.C. Nash
DeLong
Mead
P. Hawk
J. HL. Mole
Ww. Tucker
Fleet
Gard
J. W. Hewitt
Sons of Veterans
B. B Millard
Alexander Nims
Frat Leutenant
Ed Keidle
Grad Army
Lone of Veterans
Assembly
WRC
L. Lockhart
Theetty
W. W. Taylor
Spink County
Butler Coutes
Afl
Sioux Falladin
Rowena Mty Company
Marshal Carrolton
American Home and Dairy Company of
St. Paul
Rowena
Gavornor
Rioux Falls
Letory
Pettigrew
Joe
Thin
H. L. Loucks
Soin
Huron Peronals
Huron
Dan
J. J. Cacielman
Wome Ministonihy Society
E.W. Jenny
Hatthe Jenny
Jno
Cuckner
C.D. Joy
Treacirer
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