Manitoba Rejects Reestablishment of Separate Schools
Manitoba remains firm against reestablishing separate Catholic schools as amendments were voted down and the government’s position prevailed. The debate touched on church influence, Ottawa’s appeal power, and constitutional rights, with Catholic influence cited as a political menace.
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Winipeg
Prendersfast
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Greenway
Meyers
Ite
Canada
Ottawa
Quebec
Festivities at Kiel Honor Great Canal Celebration
Kiel city in gala attire with triumphal arches banners and flags of many nations. Warships from fourteen countries parade in the harbor drawing thousands of spectators. Delegations of foreign admirals meet the Kiel military commandant aboard the Mars before departing for Hamburg to meet the emperor.
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Great Britain
Italy
Austria
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Hamburg
A Month More of Life
Minneapolis special reports Marty Hayward will not be executed for 30 days as governor grants a stay conditioned on trial this term. The term ends July 8 with odds favoring a quick decision and likely a new trial being refused. If upheld the governor will set a new execution date in July. Hayward has opposed further delay.
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Marty Hayward
Guv. Clough
Grand Jury Refuses Indictments in Charleston Dispensary Case
In Charleston general sessions the grand jury refused to find true bills in six indictments for violations of the dispensary law. About 109 more cases remain for consideration and may be treated similarly. The attorney general may seek a venue change to try the case in another county.
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Court of General Sessions
Treasure Rumors Spark Stockton Crowds in Palawa Tale
Stockton residents buzz about a purported treasure hoard exceeding one million dollars on the Island of Coves in the Palawa department now called Tas. The rumor attracts about thirty locals with potential claims to the Spanish doubloons said to be buried there.
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Cal
Coves
Tas
Department
Palawa
Ohio v Railroad: State claims Cincinnati property worth over $1 million
The State of Ohio sues Pittsburg Cincinnati Chicago and St. Louis Railroad, asserting ownership of Cincinnati property housing the Pissenmeer depot, tracks and terminal facilities of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Originated from Miami and Erie Canal lands. Ohio secured city rights in 1833 and vacated Eveleston Avenue for rail use. In 1843 the Attorney General filed quo warranto and the Supreme Court ruled in the state's favor. Location central in Cincinnati, value cited above $1,000,000.
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Pittsburg
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Chicago
Richards
Supreme Court
Guster
Cleveland Meeting of National Republican League
The National Republican League convention in Cleveland attracts many delegates and visitors with potential bids by Senator-elect Stephen B. Elkins and a West Virginia delegation to challenge McAlpin forces. Iowa delegate Frank W. Bicknell says the party should remain conservative on silver, supporting bimetallism and Senator Allison, while avoiding wave of last minute moves in Ohio.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Stephen B. Elkins
West Virginia
League
McAlpin
J. Clay Evans
Tennessee
Frank W. Bicknell
Iowa
National League
Allison
Pittsburg-Americus Club
Grant
Minneapolis
United States
Distillery Attack Near Chicago Sparks Federal Fear
A dozen armed men attacked the Schufeldt distillery once owned by the Lynch family. Deputy marshals under receiver McNulta repelled the assault after a brief exchange of gunfire. The group fled with a scow toward the river as troops and police prepared for further disturbances at the distillery sites.
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Schufeldt
Chicago
Whisky Trust
McNulta
Lynch
Thomas Lynch, Jr
Schuteidt
Calumet
PAVOR RESORT TO ARMS Irish Emancipation Drive in U S
A Chicago special from Indianapolis reports 300 influential Irish-Americans in Chicago and a nationwide drive toward Irish emancipation by force. Funds amounting to several thousand dollars for emancipation, with nearly 2 million raised in the United States, support a new movement outside parliamentary agitation. A convention plan and resolutions urge Irish independence and seek cooperation from all Irishpersons and societies. Dr. Michael A. Young, M. J. Nonix, and M. J. Burns signed the resolutions.
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Chicago
Chicago Record
Indianapolis
United States
League
Michael A. Young
M. J. Nonix
M. J. Burns
Filibuster Fleet Lands in Cuba Amid News of Marti's Death
A Cuban army letter from Maj. F. S. Jorhann details a major expedition: 100 men, 1,000 rifles, 2,090,000 pounds of ammunition, and 250,000 in gold aboard ships from Key West, chased by Spanish cruisers, aiming to join Gomez at Tunas after a 40 mile march. Marti is reported dead after betrayal by a Cuban guide.
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Jorhann
Pennsylvania
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Cuba
United States
Fernandez
Key West
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Gomez
Tunas
Amaguay
Marti
Ile
Altgeld Calls Illinois General Assembly to Special Session
Gov. Altgeld issues a call for a special session in Springfield next Tuesday to tackle ten topics. These include revenue raises and tax reform, licensing for foreign corporations, abolishing the state board of equalization, court and police reforms, child labor, labor dispute conciliation, railway sleeping car charges, grand jury unbiasedness, and convicts’ law improvements. Bills are prepared and will be introduced when the assembly convenes.
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Springfield
Altgeld
General Assembly
State Board of Equalization
Turkeys Reply to Powers on Armenian Reforms Stirs Uncertainty
The Turkish government replies to the reform note, accepting the principle but seeking more discussion and denying Berlin Treaty guarantees, hinting at a de facto rejection. Powers may pursue stronger actions. tensions rise amid Armenian reform talks and sultan sovereign rights debate. The Dia reflected news cycles include Paris and London notes on Germany animosity, and U.S. progress reports from Buzzard's Bay to Gray Gables.
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Turkey
Armenia
South Dakota June Apportionment Of School Fund Divided
The June apportionment of the state school fund distributes over 8153,000 among counties. A prosperous normal school receives support from the fund, with other items noted in the financial bulletin.
Judge Burns Visits Sioux Agencies To View Indian Affairs
Judge J H Burns, a favored attorney among the Sioux, recently visited Pine Ridge and Rosebud agencies attending councils. He reports Dakota Indians improving and adopting farming and stock raising while troublemakers are expelled. He will deliver the July 4th oration with about 5000 Indians expected.
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J. H. Burns
Pine Ridge
Rosebud
Judge Burns
Prosperous Spearfish Normal School elects new president
The Spearfish state normal school faculty and board report the past year as the most successful since founding. Enrollment totals reach 264 with 14 students in upper grades and 70 in lower grades. Hon. E. W. Martin is elected president of the institution.
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Spearfish State Normal School
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Pioneers to Gather in Hudson for Annual Holliday
Lincoln County pioneers plan the Hudson meeting for their annual celebration. Thousands have attended before and organizers expect even larger crowds this year.
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Lincoln County
Hudson
Mrs. Senator Tomlinson Dead in Edgerton
News notes recount the death of Mrs. Senator Tomlinson leaving seven children aged 13 and younger twins. missionary Hattie Christopher of Canton heads to Chile for work among Chileans. Vert of Bismarck named Yankton city schools superintendent. Missouri River pontoon boats carried out as June rise delays work in Pierre amid a thunderstorm and lightning. Solomon Yellow Hawk of Lower Brule jailed for post office robbery at Lower Brule agency. Mrs. J. J. Duffack of Yankton accidentally shot by her son, condition not dangerous. Huron to Cleveland delegates to National Republican League meeting with about 30 South Dakota politicians. Elk Point church spire burned by lightning. ex-Gov. Mellette leaves law firm to practice in Pittsburg Ark. Jerry Simpson to speak at Sioux Falls Farmers Alliance meeting. creditors form firm to finish unfinished Pierce enterprises.
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Arkansas
Mellette & Case of
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Pittsburg
Ark
Simpson
Sioux Falls
State Farmers’ Alliance
Jerry Simpson
Pierce Firm Eyes Finish of Yankton and Norfolk Rail Line
Reports detail ongoing negotiations between Pierce interests and two railroad companies to complete the Yankton and Norfolk Railroad. Pierce invested 150,000 in grading and right of way. creditors expect to recover about 200,000 upon completion. Most Pierce property is attached, but much was transferred beyond creditors. The Yankton electric plant, valued at 50,000, is tied up in attachments, though Pierce held no direct cash stake in it. The case has been referred to courts for settlement.
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London
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Yankton
Northwest
New Light Company
Taylor Surrenders in Pierre After Three Months At Large
W W Taylor arrives in Pierre under escort to begin serving his sentence after a three month fugitive period. He explains he traveled openly, avoided detectives, and placed property in trust to cover the state deficit, with no plea deal or family pressure. special court action may occur once Judge Gaffey returns.
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