Runaway Balloon Ride Ends With Passenger Illness and Deaths
In San Francisco a passenger balloon trip turned perilous as the craft broke free. Six or more passengers fell violently ill while the balloon drifted over the coast toward the San Mateo hills and ocean. After multiple near crashes, the wicker cage finally landed near Billside, leaving several passengers severely shaken and some dead.
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San Francisco
Eupenis
Thomson
A. L. Dodge
San Meteo
Dodge
Tory
Grove
Thanksgiving Day Issued Amid Quiet Observance
An aged fragmentary note reflects a Thanksgiving Day in which communal praise and gratitude are emphasized. It mentions honoring a president and the nation’s great men, while noting sorrow and a sense of duty and reflection among the people.
Plague Prevention Efforts at Atlantic Ports Amid United States Control
Officials exercise strict vigilance to keep the plague from entering Atlantic ports from Liverpool. Vessel checks and enhanced inspections are being conducted to minimize risk and prevent infection of ships along the coast.
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At-lanife
United States
Iman
WOUNDS TWO YERSONS Anarchist Mtersture Found Injured
Two Yersons were wounded in a clash described as involving an anarchist figure named Mtersture found with items in his pockets. The incident is reported with sparse details and aims at local law enforcement responses.
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Mtersture
Dramatic Mass Held After Public Humiliation at Cathedral
The scene at a cathedral yesterday featured Father Crowley entering with a restless crowd, a man sobbing in the pews, and a fainting parishioner. Choir and altar actions followed in a tense, interrupted service as excommunication threats loomed and Bishop Barry suspended the mass with no sermon. The event ended amid confusion and a reported death in the family prompting prayerful departure.
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Father Crowley
Cathedral
J. Crowley
Barry
Gelest
Arctis
Beocna
Cethole
Crewier
Pestsh
Edward S. Stokes Dead in New York
Edward S. Stokes died this afternoon at his sister Mrs McNutt Stokes home. The man known for a notorious past served time after a famous 19th century murder and later earned pardon in a controversial case affecting York politics.
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New York
Edward
Stokes
McNutt Stokes
M Fiske
York
A& Quarrel
Josie Matress
Boy Wizard’s Methods Sequel to Adolph Sayre’s Wall Street Fall
A garbled OCR tale presents a seedy figure in New York who funded a lavish life, rented prime addresses at Wall Street and Fifth Avenue, and boasted millions. It notes family ties, a Harvard path, servants, carriages, and a pattern of speculation, fraud, and real estate losses connected to Miss Kirtland and others.
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Adolph M. Sayre
Wall Street
Oriands Actes
Nes
Sfaud Ani Bh
Washington
Womel
New York
House of Representatives
Harvard
Fifth Avenue
Levit Morten
Henry Mi Flagler
Gre
Kirtland
Tarre
Promis
Recall of Wu Deed and Education Background Noted
Fragmentary memo notes a recall of a Wu deed and mentions a Sao 5S adopter linked to Washington. It references a person around 30 years old and educated in England, but details are unclear due to damaged text. Further readable context would help clarify entities and event.
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Washington
England
Boers Led by General Botha Fight British Column
Reports detail the October clash near Brakenlaagte Western Transvaal where General Botha with a large force attacked Colonel Benson’s rear guard. Benson was mortally wounded, Major Woolf-Sampson took command, repelled two Boer guns while British reinforcements attempted to recover the convoy.
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Benson
Master Woolf-Sampson
Pretoria
Louis Botha
Brakenlaagte
Western Transvaal
Botha
Woolf-Sampson
Everst
Benson Se
Nthe & N
London
South Africa
Mejor E. Woels-Sampson
Johannesburg
Bui
Edger Wallace
Mat
Egeain
Agazinst Nism
Anott Ee
Abie
Durin
Warsaw
Victoria
Postal Reform Excludes Mere Publications From Mail Rates
The regulation moves second class mail away from publications deemed mere almanacs and similar papers issued by mining or work associations. These excluded publications must pay higher rates going forward.
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N. É
Apers
America
Tariff War Uncertain as Washington Seeks Broad Accord
Fragmentary report indicates Deputy Council and Brenton discuss tariff conflict with Germany and Russia. References to Balkan grain and potential opposition suggest heightened trade tensions and cross nation proceedings amid uncertain rates and responses.
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Washington
Couat Brenton
Germany
Russia
Rus
Illinois Tax Case Grants Mandamus Against Bond
In Sangamon County this morning Judge Owegg granted mandamus to compel the board to assess the twenty one twenty one bond issue. If the council convenes in regular session Wednesday next the writ will be served by the sheriff of Sangamon County.
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Jucae
Sangamon Rt
Owegg T
Sanugemon County
Pan-Am congress on press admission at Mexico City
At the Pan-Am Congress in Mexico City a vote on admitting press representatives was held. Peru and allies opposed Chile's alternative proposal, while Chile pressed for media access. a clash over remarks by Peru's Alzamora led to a disciplinary intervention and the measure passing with limits set by the president.
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Mexico City
Colonix Bouenos Aire
Spain
Rafael Reyes
Colombia
Peru
Chie
Uruguez
Mexico
Brazil
Haiti
Gusiemaiz
Honduras
Salvador
Nitarazus
Costa Rica
Chile
Whic
Senor
Alzamora
Senor Carbo
Ecuador
Feared Madness Ends in Tragic Self Destruction at Manson
Miss Cooper, a popular postmistress at Manson, after being brought to the Moore farm near town for care, shot herself with a 27 caliber pistol. Despite improvements in appearance, guardianship laxity allowed the fatal act. She drew a few coins from companions and fired the second shot before help arrived. Her untimely death shocked Fort Dodge and the surrounding community.
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Fort Dodge
Cooper
Manson, Sr
Moore Farm
Manson
Miss Cooper
Thdrew
Kiss Cooper
Fodze
Wes
Battle in a Canyon Ends with Wounded Troops
A cavalry clash in a canyon left several Yaquis wounded and many soldiers injured. Commands led by Lieutenant Colonel Quintro pursued the mounted Indians into the mountains as more fighting followed.
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Ean
Quintro Wi
Callahan Collapses In Court Over Kidnapping Trial
Omaha, Nov 4 James Callahan on trial for perjury in the Cudahy kidnapping collapsed from nerve strain in the courtroom. He appeared greatly reduced in flesh as he continued his narrative under cross examination. The witnesses described the kidnapping, but Callahan could not provide a clear version amid cigarette smoking and mounting strain.
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Omaha
Neb
James Callahan
Cudahy
Semi Annual Dividend Announcement From Tellcoat Directors
The Philadept board of directors announces a semiannual dividend on a 2 6 percent basis. Details indicate an extra payout tied to the dividend schedule, with reference to a two-year or two-tier distribution plan under the current corporate framework.
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Philadept Board of ‘Directors
The Story of Clare
A disillusioned woman named Clare, divorced and destitute, recounts her failed marriage and the impact on her children. A tale of shame, neglect, and longing unfolds as she reveals her struggle to support and connect with her brood while trapped in a cycle of failed relationships and societal judgment.
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Jerome
Clare
Helso
Hanses
Myusband
Europe
St. Jephate
Pate
Reed
Sheer
Two Skeletons and a Giant in a 18th Century Curio Display
A curio exhibit in Lincoln's Inn's museum features the giant from St. Louis at eight feet four inches and a much smaller Sicilian dwarf. The incident recounts a 1722 death of the giant’s keeper, a dissection scare, rough body handling, and reel of old-time medical curiosities including a famed remedy habit among men.
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Lincoln's Inn
St. Louis
Ryne
Beyere
Crachani
Europe
Martian Weather Less Complex Than Earth Says North American Review
A discussion of Martian meteorology notes that weather on Mars is generally fine with rare clouds. It cites observations from 1594 including periods of clear skies, occasional fogs, and rare snow streaks, and contrasts Martian atmospheric currents with Earth’s trade winds.
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Earth
North American Review
Mars
Tospe
Schiaparelli
Obstructed Entry Noted By London Papers
Two London newspapers report a conductor faced a challenge as a passenger on an omnibus needed the driver to press down a door side to allow her entry. The incident highlighted a cart wheel obstruction hindering access and reflected a polite, subdued mood surrounding the event.
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London Paper
Giant 16 Foot Shark Captured in Sydney Harbor
A 16 foot shark was reported captured in Sydney Harbor near 5 W. The shark’s stomach reportedly held a large box’s collar, a man’s coat, a briarwood pipe, some small items, and numerous safety possessions, suggesting a dramatic find in maritime waters.
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Sydney
Briarwood
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