Diverse historical notes mix science and law
A sprawling, imperfect OCR fragment covers agricultural experiments at an Oregon station, legal cases in Illinois and Utah, river and canal traffic in Europe, a Paris elephant protection trend, a Liverpool motor wagon scheme, Gaelic language usage in the UK, a Florence Missouri domestic tale, and varied international items from France to China, with scattered names, places, and figures.
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Liverpool
Oeck
Utah
Allen
LMR
United
Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Ireland
Wales
Scotland
Corn as coal substitute in the Dakotas sparks farm relief bids
Dakota notes report experiments favoring corn as a hard coal substitute to heat homes this winter. Yankton county could consume 400000 bushels of corn. many farmers retain corn for fuel while trains haul cattle, and cowboys entertain a phony organ grinder for cash. A Mount Vernon shooting leads to a $1000 bond. pioneer James McBride found dead. gas asphyxiation claims L. J. Hamilton. Fort Randall buildings sold. Pierre irrigation plans advance. prairie fires harm stock. bank closures shift notes to Iowa. Flandreau store fire causes heavy loss. state asks further water indebtedness for irrigation. numerous regional incidents and economic shifts across the Dakotas.
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Il Ttta
Yankton County
Aiine
Pierre
Mattle
Doli
Chicago Muniker
Ward
Mount Vernon
Mitchell
Albert Wil
Andrew Joahnnen
Aidence
Will
Joahnson
Jamen McBride
L. J. Hamilton
Steve Cains
Grand Forks
N. D
Ingally
Reedabury
Wir
Fort Randall
Land Department
Cheyenne
Xannon
Betfield
Bully Springs
North Dakota
Damajee
Joaucks
Thomas Lynch
Eighth Cavalry
Fort Keoumh
Bank of
Puckwara
Bank of Iowa
Dakota
Chamberlain
Menald & Hollten
Flandreau
South Dakota
Larimore
Manville
N.D
Hix
Wilmot
Kalbflelsch
Bottneau
Sheldon Haa
Board of Pardons
Charles Campbell
Yaniton
5. D
Bryan Bryan Bryan Hard Campaign Stop Details
A late 19th century political tour recounts William Jennings Bryan speaking across Illinois towns including Jacksonville Alton Godfrey Jerseyville Kane and Bloomingon detailing tax policy defense of the Chicago platform and public reception with yellow ribbons and cheering crowds.
Murder Mystery Solved In Burned Crime Scene
In Cornish Maine on October 1 Mrs. Hobba was found dead in a burned house, body half cremated. Charles Savage confessed after prolonged cross examination, implicating Frank J. Palmer in murder and attempted cremation. Palmer, 29, lived in West Parsonsfield. Coroner’s jury verdict: murder in the first degree. Savage described the events including the pair’s movements and the gunshot at the woodshed. Palmer had aided in concealing the body and burning the house. He and Savage were said to have quarrelled over a prior incident. Nearby notices include a 1 percent dividend declaration for the First National Bank of Redfield and unrelated appointments and approvals.
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Pierre
Aberdeen
Walrath
First National Bank of
Waetertown
Yankam
W. J. Price
Grand Fork
Fargo
North American ‘Telegraph Company
Ackley
The
A, Tt
Athe Tiguvat
Benlon
Ger
Apeela
Jouril
Cornish
Aitya
Batayi
Rank Palmer
Palmer
Con
Washington
Ekels
First National Bank of Rediied
Meebo
Poaimanter
Talmage
Union
S.C
Natonal Bank
Government Bureau Robbed in Washington Year 191?
A headline reports a burglary at a government bureau in Washington with the secretary of the treasury noting a possible theft of up to 180 dollars. The incident occurred Friday night into Saturday, with officials uncertain what exact items were stolen from the dispersing officer’s chair.
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Dipurslane Olticer
Huatinelual Department
Washington
Government Bureau of Tatiativs
Tina Boon
Zi Worthington Ford
Secretary of the Treasury
Toda
United Srutes
Bryan's Sunday Rest and Jacksonville Campaign Stop
William J. Bryan spoke in Jacksonville amid a large crowd after attending the Sidte Street Presbyterian church. He described as reception and a brief carriage ride to Dr. Hirai K. Jones's home, with many residents awaiting his arrival. He planned to address students at the college and speak in the city park, then continue to Alton, Chicago, and other points on a multi-city schedule.
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Tackeonvills
Uinvis
Bradney
Bry
Bryan
Beadiey
Sigma UM
Ewan
Altguld
Mans
Thy
Uryai Hemant
Vidock
Jacksons Villy
B .Thompson
Apeak
Daeksonyllid
Gevotlon
Ryan
Chicago
Supreme Court
Justice Brown
Elias
Opera House
Alton
Jacksonville
Aly
Godfrey
Jerseyville
Kane
Mtr. Bry
Elchen Ale
Lincoln
Bloomington
Monta
Dwiehe
Braidwood
Joliet
Jormont
Jacksonvil TL
William J. Bryan
Sidte Street Presbyterian Church
A. A. Morris
Ariven
Hirai K. Jones
Reyut
Studi
Aity
Tiinol
Tohl
Min
Heya
Springfeld
Court House
Court House Mn
Budiva
Iilindia
Lim
Dew
Nas
Ipon
Decatur
Urigle
Déeath
Charleston
Horthund
Feorta
Pewela
Amo Grenteat Resson
Mrr
Peoria
Wuing
Rowe's Hall
Ottawa
Vine
da Lamarie
Spring Valley
Kewanee
Toc Taland
Moline
Monmouth
Bushnell
Macomb
Quincy
Mtr
Bryan Wil
Market Report Shows Wheat Prices Sway Amid Panic and Demand
Panicky opening in Liverpool price market as buyers rush and brokers struggle. Wheat futures move across declines and gains with December drilling near 70 cents under prior levels. With heavy selling from producers and strong selling pressure, buyers face limited offers and continued market volatility.
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Liverpool
Walljog
Yuoterday
Loui
Yeaterday
Whye
Bloody duel ends with fatal wounds in Japanes duelists
The fragmentary report from San Francisco Oct 24 details a violent sword fight between Japanese duelists including Kitaro and Harry Mohimato. Wounds were ghastly, Kitaro was struck, the battle continued with knives and blows, ending with Kitaro unconscious and Harry severely wounded.
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Japinene
Kitaro
Harry
Sileing
Drunken man kills after discharge from job
A intoxicated man attacked employer Landa in Yankne City May Ort. He fired twice, killing Landa who died ten minutes later. Waite, dismissed from the firm, was jailed. Police reported the incident occurred about twelve, following an audience with Landa. Earlier, Waite had been drinking and was ordered out.
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Yankne City
May
International Export and Gram Company
Thin‘city
Fred H. Walty
Eelvek
Waite
Onder Bf
Landa
Calla
Offfen
Wate
Boume
Walle
Fred
Linda
Lita
Bryan Campaign Tour Dazes Illinois crowd in Peoria and Ottawa
The Democratic nominee drew massive crowds in Peoria and Ottawa as he campaigned across Illinois. Supporters packed depots and streets, with streets decorated and demonstrations echoing the era’s political fervor urging voters to back Bryan on the gold standard issue.
Anti Slavery Plea by John P Hale
The text recalls Hale's brief speeches during the Shadrach rescue defense, noting his argument that Debree cannot claim exclusive ownership to heavenly bodies. It questions the notion of private ownership of nature and emphasizes moral duty over property rights in the abolitionist cause.
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John P. Hale
Hila
John Debree
John Debrey
California University to gain gifts totaling millions
The University of California is set to receive about 34 million in donations from multiple benefactors led by Phoebe Hearst. Plans include a large endowment and memorials, with leaders aiming to surpass Stanford. Several donors are mentioned, though specific amounts from some names are not disclosed.
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Mel. Hearst
California
San Francisco
la Mra
Phoebe Hearst
Turin
Board of Regents
University
Ars Henrie
Ula
Niyworld
Bynrat
Stée
Stanford University
Grave neglect at Grand Inland Home shockingly exposed
Land Commissioner Foster visited the Boldiera and Sailor's home at Grand Inland Neb on October 22 and heard complaints about pre war management. He inspected the women's wing and found inadequate clothing and food, deplorable hospital conditions, and many inmates inadequately treated. The board of public lands and buildings ordered an investigation led by Governor Holcomb's appointee.
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Boltera
Grand Inland
Incon
Neb
Biun
Fussell
Board of Public Lands and Buildings
Board of Public Lands
Wulldinga
Holcomb
Youth Kills Himself Over Father's Imprisonment
In Perry O Ts a 14 year old boy named Ross Sowers, eldest son of J C Sowers, a once prominent local businessman, died by his own hand yesterday. The death follows the burning death of the boy’s mother a year earlier and the father’s recent imprisonment. The youth reportedly acted because the family had been disgraced and could not be supported.
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Perry
Market Report From Sioux City and Surrounding Areas
Sioux City stock and cattle quotations show market activity mixed with cautious tone. Receipts reported for hogs and cattle vary by market, with prices cited for heavy and mixed categories. Chicago and Omaha regions show slower demand and slight declines while Minneapolis notes moderate advances in wheat futures.
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South Omaha
Chicago
Dot
Hoge
Kanana
Kunsan
Massachusetts Masses Claim Superior Firepower After Trial
The Massachusetts battleship returned from its final trial with no superior in the world. The inspection board report notes 13 knots for two hours in fog, engines averaging above 10 revolutions, and 5,044 horsepower. all gun mounts showed strength and freedom from strain during 48 hours of service. An eagle kept in confinement is mentioned with odd detail, then recovering strength.
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Washington, D. C
United States
Massachusetts
Inspection Board
Mavn Department
Bryan Campaign Oddities in Indiana and Illinois Tours
Democratic candidate William Jennings Bryan pressed free silver and bimetallism across Indiana and Illinois, addressing large crowds in Delphi Lafayette Crawfordsville Terre Haute and Danville. He rebutted ex president Harrison’s gold standard critiques, praised labor support, and urged unity with Republicans favoring silver.
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Terre Haute
Tad
Bryan
Learnalien
Ciary
Harrison
Ake
Yarra
Ae Wallace
Lafay
Salem
Republicams
Delphi
Hryan
McKinley
Ellver
Congress
Joseph Cheadle
Aleather
Fryan
Eather
Temple Appointed Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate
The Bishop of Taner, The Most Rev Frederick Temple, appointed Archbishop of Canterbury and primate of all England. Born November 1819, he studied at Oxford, became head master of Rugby, and served as inspector of schools before entering the church. His election followed the resignation of Dr. Corpmanual, amid political opposition and subsequent confirmation by the Crown. The deanery and London see await his arrival as leader of the Church of England.
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Donon
BenKon
London
Freierick Temple
Taner
Tes Buch
Archbleher
Bury
All England
Lb Auceenion
Eaward White Benson
Bory No. Verber
Kneller Natl
Corporny
Lass
Rugby School
Typle
Hy Riihc
Emiraverky Goon
Temple
Ole Ant
Clds
Trish
Abd
Qamer
Bidhimne
Txeten
Vighotaly Oppen
tMip
Duetilok
Ihdaniarys Ikk
di Tanpl
Bleu Bf London
de, Wiexstern
Daring Jail Delivery Sparks Escape at Daleville Jail
A dramatic inmate escape at Daleville Jail involved convicts cutting through a third floor wall and climbing to the roof. Police say seven prisoners eluded capture, with two recaptured as a second full daylight delivery attempt collapsed.
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Erate
Lowtaviltr- Lanley Ile
Anoihen Marine
Nix
Hingipanw
Perteoniire Ratte
Kaye
Jake Brill
Convietid
Nai Ing
Wentsnes
Alx
Yvonne Ku Sieve
Tarey Hrooks
Convielud
Robbine
William McKingie
Ufa
Tom Kelly
Wastaise
Riot over politics in Roxboro sparks whites and negroes clash
A riot erupted in Roxboro North Carolina after a political meeting incited by incendiary remarks toward black residents. White attendees clashed with black participants with rocks and a firearm fired. several were wounded. Authorities feared further trouble as tensions remained high. Local and state figures, including R B Bone of Durham and Col John Cunningham, addressed the crowd during the contentious gathering.
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North Carolina
Roxboro
N.C
Plercow County
Winwad
R. B. Bone
Durham
Colonal
John 3. Cunningham
Picton
Battersfield
Colli
Rossboro
Abiag
Sattertel
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J. Tefferson Coolidge
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Iter
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State of
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Baltic Canal
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Roort
Paris
Africa
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Jamon H. White
Archibald
Anthony Kimback
Walt
Peter Jimtoud
Mpxom
Narbonne
Ila Ainner
Sanford
Connecticut Shell Theh Commission
Yirldeport
Stratford
Jena
Peningular and Oriental Company
India
China
the Dakotas
Max Wot
Heidelberg
Dudpe
Wither
Cowels
Toffernonvilie
Ind
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Emma Field
Itobell Starke
Frida
Starke
Carlisle
Bowling Green
Carilale
Morehead House
Europe
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Daoville
Ologes
Behubert
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Robert Louis Bravenson
Youth
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Sioux City
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Bey
ESOC
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Minneapolis
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Wallace
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Joseph Chealnie
Frankfort
Lagayette
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Harrison Camp
Crawfordsville
Republic
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Steanddale
Dnath
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Metahers
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Locho Court House
Otter Places
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Hia
Mark Hanna
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Parre Hutte
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Dantil W. Voorhins
Epiatla
Terre Hunite
Otnria Keaely
Get
William J. Hryan
Tinaty
Oaly
Dansville
Mr. Hryan
Houua’ Square
Mr. Bryan
Joseph Cannon
Danville
House of Representatives
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Democratic Party
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Wiley Wii
Ted Ani
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Theron
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Andrew Turner
Searing
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Masonsville
James
Brasher
Dubuque
Jogeeph L. Perkins
Marshall
Incrmad
Andrew W. Majin
Adam Revert
Sioux Falls
Mary
Powers
Miteisil
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Ortiginamex
H. Aldertin
Omaha
Addiyai
Albert C
Cylhounlee Kearney
Thoradee
Daniel
Ans
University Place
Roz Weohudy
Colienbua
M. Fy Callaway
Pats
Pharnton
Corrbordy County
Nashville
Tenn
Tom Wat
Reed
Washburn
Reith
Masourl
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