Diverse 1900s Letters and Notices Across Regions
A wide roll of short items shows geologic theories, Carnegie philanthropy, divinity school ventures, marine officer appointments, memorial services for Gloucester fishermen, labor strikes over white wing uniforms, a globe-trotting captain’s tale, church leaders in Exter and Canterbury, and financial misadventures. Names include Andrew Carnegie, Colonel Anderson, Henry Lippman Whipple, Henrik Ibsen, Samuel J. Randall Jr, and McKinley era references.
Missouri Way Out 10 The Bluffs on the Big Muddy Risk
Flood fears grip Vermillion and Vermillion River area as the Missouri River shifts toward its old channel. Residents along the bottom fear crop and land loss, while proposals for levees near the city and a possible rerouting to the bluffs draw debate and financial questions. Agricultural stockholders monitor updates from Pierre and prepare to move stock if river rises.
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Gnyville
Hyollen
South Dakota
Clay County
Missouri
Ite Bluffs
Milwaukee Road
Missouri River
Goyvile
Mans
Otheirs
Uch Dp
Pierre
Devastating Texas Flood Ravages Plains and Railways
Reports from Austin to Houston describe a week of relentless rain causing severe flooding across Nueces county and beyond. Damages to rail lines and cropland reach an estimated 5 million dollars as death tolls rise, with 30 anticipated fatalities and up to 45 reported in Bryan area. Rail traffic expected to resume in two days as rivers recede and backwater drains.
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Austin
Tex
Poe
Rise
al Pesearth
Nuecen County
Atte
Houston
Nex
Bryan
Frazes
Colorado
Disastrous Texas Floods Hit Central and Southern Areas
Reports from Austin and central south Texas describe widespread flooding with water rising and roads cut. At least thirty lives feared dead and property losses estimated as high as 5,000,000 including railroad damage. two whites identified among drownings with others feared southeast of the Tenner district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Texas
T. S. Dawnon
H. O. Port
Silivan
Tenrne
Lawyer Hackett Buys disputed land by Fence Concession
Lewiston journal recalls a village lawyer Hackett who paid for land with years of disputes over a boundary fence. He proposed moving the fence to balance claims two feet here and two feet there to avoid further litigation. The neighbor, ready for conflict, yielded to Hackett’s insistence on settling rights without a costly fight.
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Lewiston
Hackett
Jonas
Benovoalty
Sanne
Refuse to Join Trust Faces City Drug Firms Opposition
Reports show twenty six wholesale drug firms opposed joining the proposed trust. A capitalisation of 8 100 000 is cited with about one fourth of the country’s wholesale drug business represented. Cities including Chicago Minneapolis St Louis Kansas City Sioux City Omaha Lincoln Topeka and Denver participate by proxy as firms vote against the plan.
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X City Drug Firma
Kasas City
Chicago
Chicago, Minneapiolig
St. Louis
Kansas
Murdered by Robbers at Camp Verde Store
Two Arizona shopkeepers, St. M. Rogers and Clinton Wingfield, were killed during a midnight robbery at Camp Verde. Captain John Boyd was seriously wounded as robbers fled. local residents pursued them and the sheriff and posse are in hot pursuit. Nearby news notes include a Dakota census supervisor appointment and a New York Saengerblind convention brief.
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Arizona
Wrexcott
Ariz
St. M. Rogers
Cinton D. Wingfield
Camp Verde
John Boyd
Parse
Dakota
David Williams
Webater, &Cerves
Washington
David Willams
Webster
South Dakota
New York
Arbeiter Saengerblind
Dinineas
Northweaterie Saenger Jauueli Anuya Conventien Ta Silaee
Murder at Warshalltown claims life of husband and wife
In Warshalltown on July 3 Jealous Bohemian Jumen doykn shot his young wife five times then killed himself. His wife is believed unable to recover. Jealousy is given as the motive. The note references Corne lina Vanderbilt, misrendered in the copy, noting a long struggle with a disease since early manhood.
Return of the Volunteers Holds Key To Philippine Reinforcement
War Department statement via General Otis details volunteer withdrawals and required numbers for regular regiments in the Philippines. Transports listed with capacity and voyage dates, aiming to complete entrainment by November 1, and officers report discharges and reassignments of troops from several regiments as they sail to Manila.
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Washington
Cenfray
Otte
Ula
Tatunteyierhind
Tousthy Tits
Montana
Mung
Apwa
Oinincorde
California
Colorado
Xuma
Herman, Warren
Grant
Mantin
Mantin the Zeal Andia (Ave July 2), Bharidan
Valencia
Pennsylvania
omMcern
San Francisco
Para
Gall
Bnrtar
Io Nat Gall
BoMcers
Phebe Kfa
Bint Penaseluca
Phillypinen
Féerilia
Absou
Mojeelneo
Chowo
Murelten
Recruitment plan for volunteers and regiments
War Department outlines enlistment for volunteers under the act with no presidential call. Nine regiments totaling about 12 000 men to form a ready force. recruiting offices in major cities to initiate enlistment. adjutant general indicates extended open enlistment and future staffing.
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War Department
Voluntoces
Washington
Tata
Olds Hye
Htvy
Regulae
Fey
Antlery
Fourth Cavalry
Tutad
Outbreak in Negros Stirs California Regiment
A garbled report describes an attack on American troops in Negros as California forces evacuate. Hostile natives kill one soldier and wound another while Pilipinos are driven off. A court appoints F Shankle receiver for a loan association with assets of $103,000 and liabilities of $218,000.
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Muantle
Diy
Negros
California
Howe
Hyealana
Shothei
Trumport Shertiay
Sun Byinelyeo
Colorado
Springtel
Leny
United States Court
Apt
F. Shankle
Maamington
the People's
Lulliting Want Loan Association of
Magmington
Lipps
Five Lightning Victims Near Ulysses Neb Firestorm Claims
A storm near Ulysses Nebraska and Milled Tlyea Neb yesterday left five farmers dead after a lightning strike. Victims include Victor and Tet Dole fon and Hidol Amoe amid a collapsed team. details from a local gathering are still incomplete.
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Ulysses
Neb
Tlyae
Darine
Hidol Amoe Anid
Jin
Drlyinje
Hyhining
Sveri Kien
Meiklejohn Aims for Nebraska Senate Seat
Meikeljohn announces candidacy for United States senator from Nebraska and states he will be guided by John Thurston. He denies seeking vice president or other office and plans to resume practice. He notes Nebraskans will swing the nation toward Republicans next year while visiting Washington and inspecting Fox River improvements. Army expansion plans are mentioned for the Philippines with ten new regiments to Manila. No relief force is planned for Ohio.
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Thurstim
Geo
D. Meiklejabo
United States
Nebraska
John Me Thurston
Melkeljohn
Hutaton Hae
Heta
Nebragks
GolUmn
Ar. Mendejohn
Chicago
Waahineton
Ixon
Fox River
Wisconsin
Eld
Manila
Hiny
Milex
Stronke
Ohio
Poynter to Cornell on Insurance Bureau Law
Lincoln May 5 Auditor Cornell sent a letter to Governor Poynter agreeing to take their dispute over the insurance bureau to the courts while keeping current control. The governor replied that the people elected him to enforce laws and cannot sublet to legislative will. He warned he will compel obedience if the auditor fails to comply within a reasonable period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nobragka
Insurance Bureau
Lincoln
New
Cornell
Poynter
Three Believed Dead After Warehouse Fire in Chicago
A blaze at the Western Paper Stock Company plant on Tudiana Avenue caused by suspected spontaneous combustion left three people dead and eight injured. Among the dead were Bartholomew Sparke-Weltz, 50, and Tosia Doyle, 21, with Steffina Nagyeyos also listed. About 100 women workers and 20 men faced exposure as flames spread through four stories, with many burning severely and rushed to nearby Mt Lilke's hospital. Rescue efforts, aided by neighbors, helped some escape from upper floors via ladders and fire escapes. Property losses are estimated at $80,000 to $90,000 with insurance around $300,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Weaten Paper Stock Company
Bartholomew Sparkeweltz
Tosia Doyle
Steffina Nagyeyos
Xaveral
Jee
Anna Pretrvauio
Tenes Senewski
Allerta Tienes
Agnes Latula
Frances Drapa
Magelt Zgeda
Franices Eubada
Frances Nowak
Bt Lilke’s
Tudiana Avenue
Uy Ay
Gtoe
George Caldwell
Read
Praderick G. Tyler
Western Paper Stock Company
Samoans Forge Peace Amid Papal Mission Across Seas
Rival Samoan chiefs meet on board a U S transport vessel with the international commissioner present and announce a peace agreement. Both factions pledge to return to their villages on friendly terms as powers monitor the situation. In Washington, Judge Cox resigns from the Supreme Court bench citing age after more than two decades of service, while Carnegie work strikes unfold with no broad disruption to operations. Vancouver reports a large party of Day miners arriving aboard the steamship Teentus with Captain Goose noting a $1,000 bounty aboard.
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Badger
Apia
Samau
Tune
Auckland
Matuufa
United States
Trayiaport Vader
Ineernational
Lunda
Hide Peace
Malletoa Yann
Majnufa
Pune
Fuetione
Riots in Spain Report Mention of Jesuit Protests
Fragmentary text describes street unrest in Spain with cries against Jesuits and authorities, noting calm returns after midnight. Mentions a monk attack, attempted protection of an item, and a vandalism incident. Also references Cooper, a 100 year old, displaying four pictures at the London Academy this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarceloun
Episcopal
Cooper
London Academy
Great Year for Our Ships Builders in 1898 Output Soars
A lengthy report praises American shipyards for 1898, noting the record 1,65 ships launched and the overall tonnage surge. It highlights steel vessels, foreign construction transfers, and ongoing plans tied to canal and trade ambitions, with figures for vessel types and tonnages and mentions Manila and foreign shipbuilding shifts.
Chicago Factory Fire Sparks Mass Jump From Flames
A fire at the Western Paper Stock camp on Fourth Street and Eydliand Avenue caused a panic as twenty five girls leaped from second story windows. Seven sustained serious injuries and crews at St Luke's Hospital battled the blaze at the Tripala Central shops. Authorities feared possible loss of life amid the chaos. property damage estimated at 140000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Pour Fourth Street
Eydliand Avenue
Garafl
Necond
Lees
St Luke's Hospital
Train wrecking charge shocks town
Pollah Hoya and three others were arrested for manslaughter after a derailed Philadelphia and Reading line train killed a passenger. The accused faced a July hearing as authorities pursued charges amid witness testimony. The incident disrupted rail service and drew regional attention.
Partition Inevitable Speech Sparks Pacific Tensions
In a recent address Japanese leader Ito urged steps toward partition of China among European powers. He argued Japan must act for its own protection and strive to play a progressive role equal to Western nations, signaling a shift in regional power dynamics.
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Tacoma, Waal, Duly &—Reewat Tapanese Papera Soy Smasquig Ito, Torsier
Jiremler
Japan
Bellet
Tie Parti
Tion
China
Europe
Atepa
Eual
Ha Confenntad
Answers Critics on Philippine War Policy and Army Strength
The article defends the administration's handling of the Philippine conflict, noting recruitment has reached about 40,000 with roughly 70 percent having Spanish War service. It argues the army size and readiness meet wartime needs, cites reorganization limits, and emphasizes high physical standards and continued capability to deploy 25,000 regulars or more by August to respond to the situation in the Philippines.
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Winpris
Eugenic
Heherson
Tames
Gi Binine
Mei Marthe
Stevens
Toboken
New York
Suly
SORIA
Washington
Winien
Witnation
Dnantie Genoys
Charles Lniory
Spain
Nave
Philippines
Iwi
Otis
Ole His
Judeement
Wuvur
Lien
Howe
Trust ruins a town in rise of factory ruin
Narrative notes a factory plant collapse in Edinburg and nearby towns after the National State Manufacturing company formed and built operations in Ohio. The WinHike factory, valued at 475000, was destroyed, causing layoffs of 3600 weekly payroll, rising prices, outmigration, and real estate depreciation as Midivon Columbus and Franklin suffer similar declines.
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Riltnterg
Molly
Trisis
National
Wax
Dewan
Tedigna
Ohio
Jy Win
Harcourts son weds in London and New York ceremony
Aibaanador Choatenia Vernon Harcnirte and Mien Mary Kihet wed in a scaled ceremony spanning London and New York. Attendees included US ambassador allies, Governor Lodge, and Senator Henry Cabot Lodge. guests reported around a hundred attendees and notable gifts.
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Aibaanador Choatenia
London
Vernon Une Colt
Nan
Sip Wao
Vernon Harcnirte
Mary Kihet Turn
Aquahter
Buea
New York
Banking Hotan
8 Morgan & Co
Margate's
Roy
Randi
Patety
Joseph II
Choate
Slater Ambuiador
Stra. Choate
Honey White
N Ceretby
United States
Eyinsey
Cayter
Henry Clot Lodge
Maemetaverts
Lowe
Harring Register
Liquid Air Plant In New York Publicized By Inventors
A New York plant claims to produce liquefied air at about 40.8 cents per gallon as engineers Ostergren and Burger showcase a 0.5 horsepower machine capable of making 1,800 gallons of liquid air per day. The venture notes progress toward cheaper, practical liquefaction and mentions related experiments in Munich. A Brooklyn Bridge incident is also reported with an unidentified man missing after a fall into the water. Financial figures from government reports are listed for the prior fiscal year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Daly
Oxcar P. Ostereren
Morty Wurger
Hird Street
Kisam
Mfexsr Tide
Munich
Oxtergren
Burger
Professor Schurman Returns to Manila From a Philippine Tour
Professor Schurman of the United States advisory commission returns to Manila after a two week trip through the southern islands. He reports hopeful views on the general commission and Filipino sentiment toward American rule. In talks with local leaders and the sultan of Sulu he stresses peace, development, and diplomacy, while noting existing tensions and pending local elections in Cavite and nearby towns.
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Manila
Schurman
United States
Cormision
Madila
Jnlandi
Luzon
India
Santo Nicholitey
Cebu
Seleman
Conmission
Dudorse
Aggituido
Deaton
Houthern Dalanis
Mir
Misdonuo
Vinayan Grou
Skluid Negros
Colonel Smith
Halle
Gonnie Burton
Sul
Hin
Philippines
Felpin
Torn
Ponvinisaton
Principe
Cavite
Temus
Racor
Sig Phat
Thye
Qnora
Faye
Gener Tavton
Worcester
Mantin Wi
Americaya
Washington
Cal
Ierest
Harihan
Intest
Cayui
Mercury
Apatimido
Baldomero Aguinaldo
Mariando ‘Triax
Nla
San. Fernando de Malivon
Pirat Nebenka
Utaigh
Senator
Astrick
German Arbitration Plan News Amid World Tensions
A distorted report outlines Jerany Peciles backing an arbtration tribunal as Germany commits to supporting a permanent arbiteuton plan for Yu na. It notes opposition from an national authority and hints at shifts in wartime alliance among major powers, with references to Kaiser and American delegation activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerany
New
Germauiy
Nora
DeWitt Depot Robbery by Four Masked Men
Four men in masks robbed DeWitt Northwestern depot on July 4 or 5. They tied the team, entered the station, and forced Night Operator Da Long and a conductor to surrender their hands. A blow to the conductor’s head occurred as he hesitated. The quartet looted the baggage room, taking about $100, then fled in a carriage. Officials were notified and a determined effort to capture the thieves is planned. The robbers wore masks and showed calm, deliberate conduct.
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Revolyers
Soonro
Clinton
Jay
DeWitt
Northwestern Depot
da Long
Rovalyers
Te Company
Cers
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Ino
Bashi Ea Orig
Tiene
Aira
JB. Anderson
Anderson
Manhattan
Andrew Carnegie
Pitty
Carnegie
Anstergon
Vale Divinity School
Acudenia Hive
Went Divinity Hal
Long
Marineland
Gloucester
Mass
Gloucester Relief Association
Brooklyn
Monker
Bureau
G. Melville Boynton
Reep
London Chronicle
Enya
Exeter Mall
Henry Lijamin Whipple
Minne Noth
Inians
Church Missionary Society
Philaerphia
Department of Internal Revenue
District
Philadelphia
Germany
Kinling
Charles Nolsi
Floyd County
Ik Ralaing
Neleon
Ae. Temple
Canter Bury
Uch
the Bluffs
Lowees
Vermilion
Gayvilles
Bottoms
Pettigrew
Aberdeen
Taconite Park
Imperialiam
E.V. Debs
St. Paul
Sioux Falls
North
Minnesota
Wikconain
South Daykota
Advential Church
Ciy
Little Tenner Wooster
G. C. Wooster
Yankton
Une
Doberty
Feelor Christ Chareh
Epiacopit
Hey. Matson
Elirel Kecreiey
Treasu
Siloux
Youle Amuclen
Enn
Hon
Pie
Oliwrs
Hock Wapiti Tn
Mohin
Stun
Valley Springtaml
Yorkton
Milwaukee
Drad- Jey
Richinml Choot
Carfon Couihty
buiMing
Xehnol House
Nos Pole
Chiemberlain
Iinnitural
Valentare
Han Alnov
IF. Swensen
Walt Interest
Buale Nese
Martyra
Vort Greene
Warshalltown
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Bostate
Huftulo
Committee On
Worman Sidfenges
Buchanan
Organization
Ydiant-Imperials Jam
Meiklesohn
Tuga
Aunge Cox
Trdge Waller G. Cox
Cohumabia
Quitean
Garfield
Aerike
Pitteburg
Saturning Wind
Weamer
Vancouver
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Tly
Americas
Masilla
Einefer Dock
Parry
Ager Jenn
Hawwali
Tone
Kabaidy
Muwall
Puerta Itico
Indivi Dion
Durie
Atevr
Veela
Ateum
Bill Nailer
Nicaragua
Joni
Tony
Ernest Siegfried
Maver
Winfory
Kliel
Materi
Andy
Sinal
Virginia
Kile
Richmond
Pawliitieequne House
W. G.piknton
Pollah Hoya
Btaiokein
Shamokin
Lev Korbinis
Michael
John Zamblock
Sera
Phiiadelphia
Weshur
Kirewan Mor
Witiesaes
Owlnyway Beach
Allen Land
Marquina Ito
Chinn
Harcourts
Drops Row
Brooklyn Bridge
New Yorks
Ian
Crowth Center
Trooklyn Ridge
Nat Hen
Tpladviulila
Payely
United Atiten Mint
Hue
Watives
Southern Islands
Professor Schurman
Philippine Archipelago
Sultan OF
Sulu
Mohammieiton
Ansiour
IF Peace
Itainy Beason
Dewitt Depot
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