Strikes, politics, and unrest shadow early 1900s era
Fragmented dispatches report justice and legal debate over realists laws, strike outcomes claimed by both sides, and tensions from Germany to the United States. Accounts include urban unrest in Decsier and Temes, a fatal shooting in Thermopolis, and labor clashes in San Francisco. Additional notes cover tax revenue in Puerto Rico, European investments, and anti anarchist actions abroad.
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Cologerisreite
Germany
William
Decsier
Merrill
Washington Laments McKinley Death in Solemn Service
A large Washington funeral service honors William McKinley with prayers, hymns, and a tribute from a diverse assembly including the nation’s leaders and foreign ambassadors. The ceremony, held in a life of Christian duty, reflected the calm, humble character of the late president as crowds paid their respects.
Funeral Train Through Lane of Grieving Millions
The funeral train bearing the martyred president traveled from Buffalo to Washington amid long lines of mourners along the railway. Crowds in farms and towns gathered for glimpses as the tracks, draped in black, reflected a nation in sorrow. Mrs McKinley endured the strain after the arrival in Washington as public ceremonies began.
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Haffalo
Washingtos
White House
Pennsylvania
Limeoln
Etoulne
Hungary
Roosevelt
Olympia
Baltimore
Mra
McKinley
President Slayer Arraigned in McKinley Assassination Trial
Leos F. Coalgoss, indicted for murder, was arraigned in county court for fatally shooting President McKinley during the Pan-American Exposition at the Temple of Music on September 6. He refused to answer questions from District Attorney Penny as to whether he lied or wanted a lawyer. The proceeding occurred before Judge Emery with Lavin and Titus acting as counsel.
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Penny
Diedpe Emery Ealgerd Lorain L. Lavin
Robert Titus
Hermit of the Sea Sailor Captain Seeks Retirement and Wealth
Captain Adolphus Frietech, lone occupant of the Nina and later the Anna FP, returns from solitary voyages to Milwaukee with family, planning to sell his soul and retire on the proceeds of his travels. He has sailed from Milwaukee to New York and Europe, surviving shipwrecks and living seven years at sea aboard two tiny vessels. He mastered sleep discipline to manage watches, navigated dangers, and collected marine curiosities during his long hermitage before aiming for domestic life as a laborer.
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Ltth
Adolphus Frieteeh
Milwaukee
Pensacola
New Orleans
Frietech
New York
Europe
Nina
Sallory Mariner
South
Central America
Tho Reef
Kilbrepnan Sound
Boatewals
Prietech
British Channel
Amd
Abe
Kilbrennan
The Congo River’s Vast Waterways and Resort Links
A fragmented note describes the Congo as one of the widest water systems on earth and hints at resorts along its course. It mentions connectivity between places and light, suggesting travel or leisure interest without precise details. The text reads as a stray impression rather than a full report.
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Congo
Riley’s Old Swingin Hole and Jim Riley’s Pastry Tale
A reminiscence recalls Jim Riley of Greenfield Indiana praised for his big name and alleged poetry while locals tell of a hoax about finding the original Old Swingin Hole. Neighbors recount Riley’s boyhood lies and the later skepticism of his work and fame.
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New York Times
Greenfield
Ind
Riley
Tie
James Whitcomb Riley
Jim Riley
Jim Rikey
Sound Waves Shield Musicians From Flies During Wagner Performance
Musicians shielded by the powerful waves from their own music as insects swarmed, yet could not reach the shell. The crowd notes intense sound keeping pests at bay while performers continued, undisturbed by the disruption.
Irene Harrison Assaults and Breaks Furniture in Lexing ton Avenue Incident
Irene Harrison a New York City cook employed by Mrs Mason at Lexington Avenue violently attacked drawing room furniture and then clashed with Mrs Mason's niece. Mrs Mason restrained her by using a willow chair. Irene ended up severely injured and taken to the station by ambulance.
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Irene
Mrs Mason
Irene Harrison
Mason
Lexington
New York City
Mra Mason
Mr. Mason
French Language Dream Behind Philadelphia Waiter Tale
A Philadelphian recalls a waiter in Philadelphia who, after saying he has started studying French, claims Paris hotels have offered him a steady job if he can eat French. The customer doubts the promise, but the waiter replies with a simple, earnest assurance. The anecdote ends with a reflection on how hasty marriages lead to long repentance.
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Quaker City
Paris
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Forto Rico
Trades Union
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Wales
Ortals
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Ore
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Yukon
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Washington
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McKinsey
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Caston
Ohio
United States
Britain
France
Italy
Spain
Naylor
William McKinle
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Jesse Chriss
Lewibie
Bale
W. H
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Westington
Hermit OF the Sea
Wes
Rileys
Wee
Frismer
Eld
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