Plutocrats Own Republican Pal in McKinley Era
The News condemns the Republican Party as a tool of plutocracy. cites McKinley’s rise, appointment of trust-linked officials, and Philander C. Knox as attorney general. Allegations focus on aiding trusts, Morgan influence, and industrial magnates shaping policy and power.
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Seward
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Billion Dollar Steel Trust
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Sill Of Detroit Public Schools A Noted Educator Dies
The death of F. A. B. Sill, prominent Michigan educator, marks the passing of a longtime leader who served twice as Detroit public schools superintendent and twice as principal of the State Normal School at Ypsilanti. He authored books including an English grammar still used as a reference. Sill was U.S. minister to Korea during the China-Japan war, handling his duties with distinction. Born into poverty, he rose through teaching from age eighteen to a respected educator whose influence touched many in the state.
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Korea
War Clouds Across the East Increase Tension
Acting Minister Squires reports Russian minister refuses to receive Chinese communications, signaling possible war. China and Baghdad resist Russia's secret Manchuria pact timing, while Japan and Britain oppose China signing. Evidence points to Japan aiming to stall Russia and align with China against Moscow. Nuglaait’s stance hints a pivot toward Japan and China in any conflict.
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Ele
War talk and Philippine policy in press reflections
A fragment appears to reflect on Germany and Russia forming lines while the United States may ally with England Japan and China amid war fears Yet optimism is placed in diplomatic restraint and a fair policy toward the Philippines noting Aguinaldo’s oath to the US and hopes for peace If fair treatment and gradual integration of the Philippines into statehood can be achieved the conflict may end but Monroe Doctrine concerns and potential European entanglements loom The piece critiques British politics German policy English humor and US actions with varied satirical observations
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Fire at St Louis Elevator Burns Vast Granary Complex
A switch engine sparks sparked a blaze Sunday at the St Louis Elevator and Storage Co on the riverfront at Liddle street. The large grain facility, storing about 600000 bushels of wheat and corn, burned to ashes in under two hours, with losses near 650000. The company president said the building and contents were insured, and grain losses should not affect the legal market. The second largest elevator in the city, used by others as well, was nearly fully owned by the storage firm. The facility held mostly lower grade cereals. high quality stock was scarce. Insurance stood at 90000 for the structure and 50600 for grain. Nearby notes mention Springfield legislative actions on drainage funding and troop regiments.
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Plumer Seizes Pietersburg and Captures Rails
Lord Kitchener reports from Pretoria April 8 that Plumer has occupied Pietersburg with slight opposition and seized two locomotives and 39 trucks. The rail hub, former Boer capital, now lies in British control while a 100-strong British detachment was attacked by 400 Boers near Aberdeeen and most were captured, 25 escaping.
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Cuban constitutional convention backs reconsideration vote
Havana April 10 The Cuban constitutional convention formally reconsidered the vote against sending a commission to Washington with 20 for and eight against A five member commission will meet Gov Gen Wood to seek advice on Washington procedure Former Mayor TWodrigie now commands the rural guards of the island The force is becoming a permanent military setup under central government orders After reorganization Wood believes no military forces will be needed.
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Family crushed as mine dump slides onto Cripple Creek home
April 10 Cripple Creek Colorado reports the Smith family father mother and four children instantly killed when a granite mine dump slid from the hill burying their residence. The disaster follows recent snows softening the dump and triggering the slide. The incident is part of a string of violent events including a murder suicide in Illinois and a deputy sheriff being mortally wounded in Arizona.
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Melch far Murder and Arrest Linked to Gildea Death
Cincinnati reports state that Mike Conley known as the Ithaca Giant was arrested and charged with involvement in the murder of Telegraph Operator Charles D. Gildea whose skull fracture occurred in a fight at Bob O Brien's saloon. Other items note Klondike paedimonia claims, Klondike consul Col J G McCook ill, City of Seattle Dawson passengers on alleged Klondike vice, Milwaukee man Edward E Moore aged 56 shoots wife then dies by suicide, and Jesse Way a major counterfeiter dies in Columbus prison at age about 63 after nearly fifty years behind bars.
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Lindenwald school principal hanged himself in barn
Janus Clawson Jr, principal of Lindenwald public schools, hanged himself in his barn. His wife cut him down after his wife screamed and struggled to revive him for an hour. The health cause is uncertain with the note of possible illness.
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Janus Clawson, Jr
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Salt Company Slashes Price to Meet Competition
A Michigan salt firm, controlling about three-fourths of the state's output, cut prices by eight cents a barrel to counter price cuts by outsiders aiming to boost sales.
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Nait Company
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Logan Memorial Tribute by Depew in Washington
In Washington on April 10 a grand unveiling honored Gen John A Logan with President McKinley present. Sen Depew delivered an eloquent oration praising Logan as an American soldier and stressing the need for military education and disciplined training for future leaders. Master George Tucker drew the ribbon, revealing the bronze statue amid a large crowd.
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Logan Statue Unveiled in Washington by President McKinley
An equestrian statue of Gen John A Logan was unveiled in Washington with President McKinley presiding. Gen Grenville M Dodge and Chauncey M Depew spoke on Logan’s career in politics and war. The sculpture by Franklin Simmons rests on a bronze pedestal with portraits of generals and senators. the cost included congressional funds and Grand Army contributions.
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Miner W. E. Johnson Dies in St Josephs Hospital
W E Johnson a Florence Colorado millionaire miner died suddenly at St Josephs hospital at midnight He shot to fame for striking three smelters near Denver and was a prominent state figure He recently visited St Paul as a guest at Dr R K Sebiftusa 495 Summit avenue before falling ill Carrie Nuton plans to sue Topeka city over hatchets held by police after arrests during saloon smashing days.
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Invasion of Canadian North By Sormens and Moriens
Sormens in Canada Moriens began invading the north west provinces five years ago and now there are upwards of Moerwon settlements in the region.
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North
Indemnity Talks in Peking Avert Chinese Anarchy Threat
United States and China dispute indemnity limits after Mr Rockhill reports progress toward a scaled claim. US seeks 25 million and total not exceeding 40 million pounds sterling. Delay risks rebellion led by Tung-Fu-Sian and possible chaos across China. Russia refuses further talks on Manuelaria.
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Sunday School Convention at Carverville April 20
A Lee township Sunday school convention will be held at Carverville school house on Saturday April 20. The event includes a large program with notable local participants, a basket dinner at noon, devotional services, papers, discussions, recitations, and songs in morning and afternoon sessions.
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Carverville
Ray. Miller
Marshall
J. Biery
Partello Paper
Cheerfalhesa
Floranca Bates
Cabinet Meeting and Road Train Reported Across States
Washington cabinet meeting noted new attorney general Knox impressing colleagues while discussion centered on indemnity for China and Cuban Platt amendment rumors. Separately, National Good Roads aims to run a Illinois Central train with road machinery to showcase samples in multiple Mississippi and Tennessee cities. In Des Moines a coroner’s inquest hinted Teller Grayson of Iowa Loan & Trust misused 4000 dollars, possibly leading to suicide by morphine. George Q Cannon’s death in Monterey nears. In Tawas Michigan, 40 sheep valued around 300 were killed by three dogs, one shot.
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Knox
China
Gen. Wood
Des Moines
Benjamin F. Grayson
Iowa Loan & Trust Company
Village Bills Move Toward Expanded Village Elections
Two bills in the village corporation committee propose electing a village president for two years, and electing marshal and street commissioner by the people. Currently the president appoints these officers, a process critics say invites politics and personal ends over village welfare. The measures may gain favorable action this week.
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Knox Stomach Tablets Promise Dyspepsia Cure
An advertisement touts Knox Stomach Tablets as a remedy for dyspepsia by purifying the blood and stimulating liver function. It claims you cannot fix digestion with stimulants and urges treating the disease at its source.
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