Famine and cold grip Russia and notes from Europe
A long dispatch from Pensacola reports severe famine in Russia with 64 degrees below zero, thousands dying from hunger and disease, and millions of draft animals killed. Relief funds are approved by St. Petersburg authorities, while American aid and proclamations in Montana and Pennsylvania urge contributions. Also covered are aurora borealis displays across major cities, Mexican frontier fighting near Chihuahua, and Nebraska Democrats celebrating Gov Boyd with parades, speeches, and a statehouse banquet.
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Neete
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Penza
Aince Antunn
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Saratov
Nijnl Novgorod
Immenza
Homnay
Hijapur
Kalyaum
Dharwar
World Columbian Exposition Dedication Day Programme
National Board of Control approves the dedication programme for October 12 1998 with finalization after rectory committee and national commission review. The program includes orchestra pieces by John K Payne a musical presentation by Bishop Hey Taquetts choral numbers The Heavens are Telling stars and stripes selections dedication addresses by dignitaries including Hon William C P Breckinridge and Miss Harriet Annroe, and a grand finale with Star Spangled Banner and America. The director general of the World Columbia exposition will preside as master of ceremonies.
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Mail
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Curiaco
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National Commission
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Uy Rt Hey
Bishop Brooks
Central
Athens
United States
William C P. Ureckinridge
Kentucky
Misa Harriet Afanroe
E. A McDowell
America
United Mine Workers Adopt Anti Defense and Tax Plan
At a February convention in Corremara Ohio the United Mine Workers decided to abolish the defense fund and impose a ten cent per month per capita tax for organization support. Existing funds to be redirected to organizing. The executive committee may levy a tax as needed. The body backed a resolution to investigate the Pinkerton agency, urged Chinese immigration limits, popular election of US senators, and national mining protections. Governor Burke of North Dakota spoke in St Paul about spring labor needs. wheat crop shortages noted.
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Pinkerton Detective Agency
United States
Minera
Mapea
Convention Hall altered for Republican convention needs
The Minneapolis exposition building was radically altered to provide ample accommodations for the Republican convention. The lowest floor is now used as a second story space, creating a prectilinear amphitheater with galleries and staged seating for 139 stenographers and many press writers. Lighting is above and ventilation ample. seating capacity reaches 11,000.
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Minn
Messrs
Adler & Sullivan
Widow Dies in Fire After Clothes Catch Fire
Mrs Gregory, a widow with three children, and her sister were burned to death when Miss Gregory’s clothing ignited while she was soap making on Friday. The sister, who rushed to aid, also perished.
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Suma Fats Western
S&sc
Gregory
Lived and Died Together in Tragic Trek Incident
A distressing report from Napoleon details a trek calamity 90 miles away where two elderly residents, Mr. and Mrs. Bouchard, perished after Mrs. Bouchard suffered a severe grip. The doctor described a chaotic scene as the man attempted to help, collapsing and losing consciousness. The tragedy left a widow seeking aid and recounting the event.
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Napoleon
Here
Mra Bouchard
Aloef
Bouchard
Nooses and Bullets in Arkansas Lynchings
Two Black murderers were lynched Sunday night in Pink, Arkansas, near the courthouse telegraph pole. John Kelly, captured near Vine Bluff after killing J. T. McAdams, claimed innocence as a crowd of about 5,000 witnessed the executions. Harris, Kelly’s alleged accomplice, was hanged moments later. The mob also burned out the jail, while spectators shouted calls for justice.
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Alabama
Pink Bkuiurr
Ark
Megro
John Kelly
J. T. McAdams
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Lynch
Riley Webb
Crump
Montgomery
Selma
Tweloek
Mangled by wild dogs near Leonard Kansas tragedy
Pratt and his young daughter were killed and eaten by savage dogs that came from Colorado. The pair were traveling from Leonard to their home when attacked at night near Sherman county. The wagon overturned and horses were dragged and partially eaten as the bodies lay where they fell.
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Wichita
Kan
Pratt
Leonard
Sherman County
Colorado
Atock
Fire ruins Italian fruit dealers' building in Preraucuem
Six weeks after a blaze on Liberty Street near Sixth in Preraucuem destroyed the Dalmyer building housing Saltta and Ferrasel Italian fruit dealers. Investigators found the corpse of an Italian man known as Old Jack from Splitts, who had worked for the Ant as a suspected cause. The coroner led a search and on Monday issued a verdict attributing the destruction to a natural gas explosion that ignited and burned him.
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Preraucuem
Dalmyer
Liberty Street
Sixth Street
Saltta & Ferrasel
Sailors sue Chili over Valparaiso riot injuries totals rise
Fresh claims against Chilean government reach Washington via San Francisco lawyer Albine Orr. Total amount 1,705,000 with sailors of the United States cruiser Saltimore among plaintiffs. John Hamilton seeks 150,000 for stab and head injuries from October riot. Jeremiah Anderson seeks 100,000 for two bayonet wounds. others claim 50,000 to 100,000.
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Savy
Francisco
Government of
Chili
Washington
Albine Orr
Psan Francisco
United States
Saltimere
John Hamilton
Valparaiso
Jeremiah Anderson
John NeHride
China Demands Redress Over Mongol Abuses in Slvutane
Riveting early 20th century dispatch reports Chinese government demanding redress after outrages against Mongols in Slvutane. Washington notes a sharp boycott and violence, with Blaine urging a speedy probe per Pung Kwang Yu. Also reports death of Dr. Charles Elliott in Easton, Pa, plus plans for a new lumber railway in Wisconsin and a drowning tragedy near Snabory.
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Iferesa
Mont
Latte
Washington
Blaine
Gov. Toole
Pung Kwang Yu
San Francisco
Storms and Ship Losses Beset Atlantic Coast Fishing Vessels
Feb 17 reports a blizzard off Petrs bureau day causing two crew lost overboard from the American schooner Homsed tor. Captain Lawrence aboard St Jacques N. F. arrived with gale at midnight. Crewman John Kelly drowned. Colim McKenn held missing. Ella G Thure ton arrived Lockeport reporting four men lost on western banks. Glouces ter schooner S. A. Duncan foundered 85 miles southeast of en island. captain and crew saved by Sylph. A fishing boat foundered off Newcastle County Down. five drowned. Newcastle, population about 800, near Down Patrick, a popular watering place.
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Sylph
Dunrin
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Down Patrick
President urges mine safety law and inspectors
The president transmits to Congress a message urging passage of a mining safety law for miners in Indian Territory. He notes existing law lacks funding to enforce safety devices and calls for a special appropriation to fund inspectors after the Krebs disaster where sixty seven miners died. He cites hundreds of miners’ memorials requesting a field inspector under the act.
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Congress
Lne
Indian Territory
Krebs
Ives
Italian Hurt in Quarry Blast Amid Fearful Explosion
An Italian named George was badly injured at Rice & Sons quarry on Grand Avenue and Ohio Street when a dynamite cartridge in his pocket was ignited by a crowbar strike during drilling for a blast. He was taken to the county hospital in critical condition with severe injuries to his right leg and body. In Washington, reports say a treaty signing is imminent as the London conference between Lord Salisbury and Minister Lincoln advances toward exchange of signatures and senate consideration. France Italy and Sweden have agreed to act as neutral arbitrators in the matter.
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Maynell
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Chicago
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Fire at Lunatic Asylum Destroys Minalasipo Facility
A blaze at the state lunatic asylum, located nearly miles north of town, began in an attic where inmate Brown was confined. An escapee named Ife, recently recaptured, is believed to have started the fire by setting his bedding. One inmate died, Burned to death, and Superintendent Dr. Mitchell was injured by a falling ladder. Loss estimated at £200,000 with rebuilding planned by the current legislature.
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Misa
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Here
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Missing Col J B Simpson tied to large losses in Dallas
Col J B Simpson a prominent Dallas businessman is missing amid creditors seeking payment. Rumors of indictments hover as the air fills with talk of crooked deals. He is believed to have fled toward Europe or South America with at least 80000 in cash.
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Dallas
Tex
J. B Simpson
Grand Jury
Simpeon
Europe
South America
Congress probes Choctaw bill corruption and agents' fees
The document details concerns over Indian appropriation legislation tied to the Choctaw Nation. It notes alleged corrupt influence via notes and contracts offering 25 percent of any appropriation to three tribal agents and 10 percent to the Choctaws' attorneys. The speaker argues against enacting the bill as written, urging postponement until Congress reviews the facts.
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Tellianes
Congress
K. J. Ward
Aided by Americans Behind Garza Revolution
Information from Washington on February 19 confirms reports that wealthy Mexicans in the United States and Mexico secretly support the Garza revolution. Gen. Stanley notes the sinews of war are supplied by Americans, with suspicions that large American interests in Mexico may seek annexation through unrest, while war department circles fear wider trouble from the movement's growth.
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Mexico
Mextco
United States
War Department
New Orleans Fire Destroys Major Dry Goods District
A blaze in New Orleans on Canal Street swept through Schwartz, Werlein, Rankle, Holmes, and Kreger dry goods houses causing extensive destruction. Fire spread across Bourbon Street, Wagner's theater, and surrounding properties, with losses estimated above $2,000,000 as flames raged through late night. International network reports note Pittsburgh banker sources claiming Reading Company leverage over rail lines amid other market rumors.
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Fie
Piamp
P. Werlein
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Wenger
Rankle’s
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