Buller Moves and Flank Plan Reported by Roberts
London dispatch dated January 12 describes Buller occupying the Tugela south bank at Potgielers drift, signaling a flank move and a plan approved by Lord Roberts. Casualties at Ladysmith on January 6 totaled 135 killed and 62 wounded. Lt. Col. Wick-Cunningham V C among the wounded. Reports note censorship and debates over Methuen’s status, with authorities debating strategic moves toward Colenso and Ladysmith amid reinforcements and German naval actions.
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War Office
Buller
Springfeld
Tugela River
Potgielers Orily
Uisngwans Mountain
Rere
Johannesburg
Ken Villinen
Char Bie
Char Bie Doves Had Big Gueedh Position At Potytelura Drift
Speingieled
Ladysmith
Lady Methuen
Lord Methuen
Mayersfontein
de Cieneies
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Daily Chronicle
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Hetipetiotik
Kourk
Africa
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Lert
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Germaiiani
Hervoge
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Britain
Germany
Ladranith
Vietermaritzburg
Lady
Wlyvice Minith
Lautysmith
Daily Mail
Frere
Colenso
All Right Chicken Fight Near Leavenworth
Report from Kansas City on January 12 describes a chicken fight event moving from Springfield to Leavenworth with several thousand dollars at stake. Forty port tow private cars carried participants and spectators to the spectacle as local talent prepares for the all night series of bouts.
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Kansas City
Springfield
Leavenworth
Blind students tour Chicago to “see” via senses
Three visually impaired students from the state institution for the blind in Columbus Ohio toured Chicago during a holiday visit. They explored the public library board of trade stock yards theater and a ride on the elevated railway using canes for navigation and noting the help from an attendant at the library. Le Ray Xelkirk of Clyde Ohio spoke about their experiences and the unique way they perceived city life.
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State Institution For the Blind
Columbus, O
Chicago
Board of Trade
le Ray Xelkirk
Clyde
Euverul
Chieu
Oinny
Masonic Temple
Damages Sought In Lost Bride Case In Alabama Court
A fractured report from Ucek County Alabama details a civil suit filed in a federal court at Hiemiingtai seeking damages of 10000 dollars. The plaintiff Teena Ward accuses a corporation and named individuals of complicity in a betrothal plot resulting in a failed marriage and financial loss. The case centers on alleged enticement and breach of promise with a focus on Mink Dh Wardoo and associated parties, including England and Adams, amid wartime delays and personal witness testimony. The piece notes inquiries into the actions of local officials and the court’s handling of timelines and evidence, with Emphasis on the alleged plot’s impact on Teena Ward and related parties, including the supposed wedding plans and subsequent fallout.
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Ucek, & Young
Bite County
Ala
Hiemiingtai
Beck
England
Wyhiase Adams Ik
Centerville
Iivedt
Miss Ward
Pier Ile
Ian Coe
Peculiar Bride Arrangement in Kentucky Union
A. W. Wowison of Manchester Kentucky married Miss Maggie Grizel of Grant county in Williamstown under unusual conditions. Grizel had been engaged to George McKinley but pressured the groom to inform McKinley after the ceremony. McKinley wished the couple well. Also noted are brief items on powder explosions leaving shoes on one foot and a Italian quarry image of tenants living high on a rock face.
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A. W. Wowison
Manchester
Maggie Grizel
Grant County
Kentucky
Wiliamstown
George McKinley
Snan
Mr. Howison
Miss Grizel
McKinley
Howison
Horace
New York Herald
House Debates Nicaragua Canal Bill Amidden Returns
A Washington report notes the House committee on interstate commerce favored the Hepburn Nicaragua canal bill, mirroring the prior congress. Other items include a call for a special treasury inquiry and a fire threat in Colorado Springs, plus medical and Luzon operations updates.
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Washington
House Committee On Inter-State Commerce
Catchings
Mississippi
Sulzer
New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Dalzell
Pennsylvania
Missouri Schools Report Outlines Progressive Ed Moves
The Missouri state superintendent announced the annual Megort of the state, noting a forthcoming distribution in a few weeks. The report highlights enrollment totals, expenditures, and property value, with steady growth over the past decade including increases in total expenditures, pupil counts, and attendance.
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Schuols
Puddins
Chicago School Books Plan to Publish and Supply
Chicago January 12 The board of education votes to publish and furnish all public school books at cost price. A seven member commission will study printing and binding costs and recommend whether the board should print and bind in house or award contracts to lowest bidders.
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Chicago
Board of Education
Wreck of two masted steamer with few survivors
From Lat St Johns Jan 12 reports describe a two masted steamer ashore with about 130 wrecked. Only three survivors visible at nightfall. Boats smashed, most crew likely drowned. Bodies seen in turf. Vessel said to be new and possibly a passenger boat. Hope of saving anyone aboard is nil.
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St. Johns
Nautical School at Manila and Household Care Tips
A fragment discusses the Nautical School at Manila with admission rules and age limits for Philippine residents. It also offers hygiene guidance on finger care and nail maintenance, then shifts to a frank potato snow recipe and notes a nightly entertainment piece about a cat.
WANTED MONEY LARGE SUMS PAID FOR VOTES
Testimony in a Clark county hearing outlines offers to buy votes in Havalu county for E. P. Wood, then a Montana Democrat candidate. Schism over payments emerges as witnesses describe Bickford and others proposing sums and Wood rejecting sale. Politician Sullivan admits prior approach and possible payoff willingness.
Pets of the British Embassy and Other Notables
A Swedish sleigh dog named Svarten, called Puppy, serves the mistress Audrey Pauncefoot, accompanying her and the ambassador on trips and walks. Svarten’s muzzle, per new law, curbs his privileges. Parrot Jacob, a loud-screaming pet of Misa Sibyl, stays upstairs. Lilian’s spaniel died while she was away last summer. The piece also cites Dr Livriér’s statistics on human longevity.
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England
Starten
Puppy
Son
Audrey Pauncefote
Kavanagh
Svarten
Misa Sibyl
Jacob
Lilian
Taylor's Neticon Overruled in Frankfort Demonstration
The contest committee overruled Gov. Taylor's objections to the Democratic members. Dr. A C True promotes farmers reading circles, advocating two books per winter for circulation into small groups. Lectures from experimental stations would aid methods for farming, with suggested small contributions from farmers.
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Taylor
Frankfort
A.C. True
Mis
Indiana
True Dove
Congress
New York Health Board Report Notes Births Deaths and Marriages
The health board report for the year shows a slight decline in births and a rise in deaths by various causes. It details population estimates for Manhattan and surrounding boroughs, and provides counts for infant deaths, deaths under five and over sixty five, and violent deaths including accidents, personal crises, homicides, wanstrokes, and sunstrokes.
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Board of Health
New York
Samstrads
Manhattan
Strong
Brulelyn
Queens
Iuelan
Gua
Free Baths and Barbering for Legislators Revealed
A historical note reports that U Uncle Bam furnishes bath tubs and cleanliness accessories to legislators, with free baths and barber services in the capitol basement. House and Senate areas host numerous patrons daily, attendants funded by the government, and officials often wait to use these facilities, yielding profits for barbers and a valued perquisite for lawmakers.
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Tifa
Uncla Bam
Capitol
Toba
Botela
Atateamen
Joker Prank At Palmer House Sparks Massive Applicant Rush
A practical joke at the Palmer house in Chicago triggered a flood of inquiries from about 500 young women posing as applicants for the room. The guest, though distressed, was not at fault. Separate notes mention a New Mexico colonel marrying a Kentucky girl by telegraph, reflecting era whimsy and marital chatter.
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Palmer House
Chicago
New Mexico
Kentucky
Telegraph
New York
Desirable Ohio Street Building Lots in South Lawrence
Good lots on Ohio Street advertised as the choicest residence area in town. Cheaper than other property in South Lawrence, convenient to the University and transportation facilities. Well located for both residence or business use. O FELFARNARD.
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Ohio Street
South Lawrence
University
Waidermann Street
O Felfarnard
Markets 81 Wire Cattle Receipts and Mixed Livestock
Markets report cattle receipts strong with native and feeder cattle bidding higher on steady to firmer demand. Hog and lamb futures show mixed movement as Chicago and other markets indicate export demand firm though some quotes edge lower.
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Orr
Texas Stars
Geents
Caicago
Eicago
Jam
LE Cartum
Recsip
Steady
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