Population Density and Historic Claims Highlight Iowa Issue
The Express notes the District of Columbia now has the highest population density at 54 645.30 per square mile. It reports liquidation by the treasury of a Revolutionary War claim once valued at 46 09 dollars, now totaling 12 906 20 in interest and principal. It also cites a German census with 444 residents in Reutenbourg, split evenly by gender.
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United States
District of Columbia
Treasury Department
Mormon Colonies Formed in Mexican Lands
Dr. H. F. Gray of Los Angeles heads a syndicate that bought 5,000 900 acres of agricultural lands in Mexico and secured government permission to establish Mormon colonies. About 3,000 Mormons have moved from Utah in six months and 6,000 more are expected.
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H. F. Gray
Los Angeles
Mexico
Utah
Wreck Rio De Janeiro Vanishes Near San Francisco
Divers comb the harbor bottom at the Rio De Janeiro wreck site but find no trace of the Pacific Mail steamship. The February 2 incident leaves the fate of the vessel and crew undetermined as searches continue.
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Pacific Mail Line
Rio de Janeiro
San Francisco Harbor
Bible Verse Seen in Modern Streets by Nahum Theme
A Bible student cites Nahum 2 4 and compares the verse about raging chariots and torches to modern trolley cars. The correspondent finds a contemporary fulfillment in urban street traffic resembling the biblical imagery.
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New York
Letter books of Robert Morris found in Washington library
The private letter books of Robert Morris, financier of the Revolution, long lost, were unearthed in Washington and deposited in the congressional library. Also acquired is the original manuscript detailing decrees by which the pope conferred titles on Columbus for the discovery of America.
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Robert Morris
Washington
Congressional Library
Columbus
Amerca
Beet sugar factories expand but remain experimental
The census bureau reports 31 beet sugar factories operating in the United States. Nine are in Maine, eight in California, and fourteen in other states and territories. All are performing fairly well but required high upfront costs and border conditions, keeping the industry in an experimental stage.
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Census Bureau
Maine
California
Rise in Tenant Farming Shown by Census 1890
The census reveals a notable rise in tenant farming. Nationally the share of farms operated by tenants has grown significantly in the decade, outpacing overall population growth and outrunning owner-operated farm percentages.
Vast Gas Deposit Found Near Rio Grande City
An enormous underground gasous substance deposit was found near Rio Grande City Texas. Ignitable pieces burn with a strong flame for a long period. Scientists suggest it may be an unknown mineral or clay rich with natural gas. The claim states vast acreage and great depth.
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Rio Grande City
Tex
Burglars Leave Apology Note for Mrs Hobart
A Paterson New Jersey burglary at Mrs. Garret A Hobart widow of the VP ended with a courteous message. The note reads I humbly beg your pardon I do not wish to rob good dolk Burglar and praises her charitable work in Paterson.
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Paterson
N. J
Garret A. Hobart
Lydia E. Pinkham
Exua Ricz
Chelsea, Wis
Overview of the Louisiana Purchase's vast extent and value
The Louisiana Purchase covered Arkansas Colorado Iowa Kansas Louisiana Minnesota Missouri Montana Nebraska North and South Dakota Wyoming the Indian Territory and Oklahoma. It housed 14,572,189 people in 1900 across 1,087,735 square miles with 165,878,356 cultivated acres valued at 3,193,461,299. Farm stock and olive products added 1,876,184,431 in value. Mineral outputs last year reached 259,909,128. The purchase cost 15,000,000.
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Arkansas
Colorado
Iowa
Sansas
Louisiana
Minnesota
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
North Dakota
South Dakota
Wyoming
Indian Territory
Oklahoma
Cnsus
Migration from rural to urban life in modern society
The piece discusses migration from countryside to cities as a defining 20th century trend. It argues sociology and benevolence should urge country youths to leave congested industrial centers and pursue independence through farming and soil cultivation.
Hartford Farragut Returns to Brooklyn Navy Yard
After a 26 year absence the Hartford Farragut flagship arrives at the Brooklyn Navy Yard from San Francisco. Aboard 480 young recruits are to be trained, with 13 modern five inch batteries and eight six pounders signaling a strong show of firepower. The Hartford remains a lively naval symbol.
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Farragut
Brooklyn Navy Yard
San Francisco
Navy
Hartford
Sartford
A Week's History In All Parts Of The Union
A monthly national financial summary reports March receipts of 49 891 125 dollars and expenditures of 40 762 861 dollars leaving a surplus of 9 128 264 dollars. The national bank circulation stands at 350 021 811 dollars with a yearly rise of 79 068 743 dollars. Secretary Gage buys 2 million dollars of old short term bonds reducing debt. Money orders with Canada see rate reductions. Republicans push to curb large industrial combinations.
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Gage
Canada
Washington
Will Excludes Catholics and Negroes From Gift to Wellesley
David W. Hitchcock, a Boston merchant, leaves 100000 dollars to Wellesley College with a proviso excluding Roman Catholics and colored persons. In the first quarter, business failures numbered 3335 vs 2894 a year earlier. Liabilities stood at 31703486 vs 33122573 in 1900. Vanderbilts take control of Delaware and Hudson, to merge into New York Central. Severe snow sleet storm hits Pittsburgh delaying rail and telegraph services. William R. Warner, first maker of sugar coated pills, dies in Philadelphia. Jersey Central train wreck kills one and injures 40.
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David W. Hitchcock
Boston
Wellesley College
Vanderbilts
Delaware & Hudson Road
New York Central
Pittsburgh
William R. Warner
Philadelphia
Jersey Central
Worldwide Seventh Day Adventist Conference Opens in Battle Creek
A Battle Creek Michigan conference opens with delegates from Europe Asia Africa and Australia attending a world Seventh Day Adventist gathering. The report lists diverse international participation and notes the historic nature of the event.
Russians Claim Manchuria Dominance Amid Delayed Pact Call
Foreign intelligence notes Russia was told by China it cannot sign the Manchurian convention due to protests by the powers. Russians reportedly prepared to prove control in Manchuria while a Cuban constitutional convention planned secret sessions on relations with the United States.
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Russia
Manchuria
Ikegami
Japan
Aguinaldo
United States
War Department
Funston
Europe
Chicago
Minnesota
North Dakota
Detroit
Mich
American
Dun
Trade Review
Oberlin M. Carter
Wisconsin Senate
Parkersburg
W. Va
Morris
McKinley
P. C. Knox
Pittsburgh
Maria Henderson
Quincy
China
Peking
Lisbon Falls
Milwaukee
Michael Hart
India
France
Toulon
Wilson
Hawaii
Gen. Allen
Porto Rico
A. T. Patrick
W. M. Rice
New York
Philippines
Elvira Miller
Louisville, Henderson & St. Louis Railroad
Louisville
Global tensions and finance dominate world news
The Courrier de Soir calls New York the world’s top monetary market and asserts US capacity to finance Europe. Colombia’s MacArthur notes Manila frauds are minor. Kruger vows Boer fight for independence, signaling hard choices for peace. White Star’s Celtic launched as largest ship at Belfast. Japan credited with saving China through threat over Manchuria. Terrelle family nalun drowned near Tadousac after boat upset. Aguinaldo advances with MacArthur aide. Mindanao surrender expands. King Edward’s annual allowance set, Chaffee told to refrain from razing forts. Cuba to hold municipal elections June 1, with 15 days for registration. British casualties in South Africa listed for March.
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Courrier de Soir
Paris
New York
United States
Europe
Gen
MacArthur
War Department
Manila
Kruger
Utrecht
South Africa
Celtic
Belfast
Japan
China
Russia
Manchuria
Alexander Terrelen
Edward
Gen. Chaffee
Peking
Cuba
General MacArthur reports district north of Manila cleared
General MacArthur says the entire district north of Manila has been cleared of rebels and communications opened. The report highlights progress in the Philippine theater and signals improved control for U S forces.
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MacArthur
Manila
Michigan University
Chicago University
Chicago
United States
Augusta
Mont
George
James Todd
Ketterman
Japan and Russia Tensions Spark War Preparations
London and Peking dispatches detail Japan ordering shipping to ready for transport service, cruisers in reserve to active duty, and recalls of leave as tensions with Russia over China escalate. Reports note Russia may offer a free hand in Korea and ministers debate optimal troop deployment near Peking amid international friction.
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London
Yokohama
The
Daily Mail
Japan
Russia
Platts plan rejected by Cuban constitutional convention
Havana April 8 the Cuban constitutional convention voted 24 to 2 to reject the Platt amendment. Senor Quilez and Senor Gibera were the only supporters of acceptance. Santiago reports the majority of Santiago Province also rejected American demands and lamented U S supervision. A separate Havana note says Gov Gen Wood suppressed Discussion after a cartoon portraying Wood and McKinley with the Platt amendment. Editor Coronada was arrested and later released on bail.
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Havana
United States
Senor Giberga
Senor Quirez
Senors
Quilez
Giberga
Santiago
Cuba
National Party
Gen. Wood
McKinley
Platt
Mary Magdalen
Senor Coronada
Merrimac Explodes Wreck Clears Harbor Entrance
Fifteen hundred pounds of dynamite destroyed the forward superstructure of the sunken collier Merrimac in Santiago de Cuba. Divers found 40 feet of water over the wreck as Port Capt. Irvin planned explosive mines aft to fully clear the harbor within a week. Residents fled Smith's key while crowds watched the spectacle.
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Santiago de Cuba
United States
Merrimac
Irvin
Smith’s Key
Parole bill for Younger brothers finally killed in Minnesota
In Saint Paul on April 8 the house of representatives indefinitely postponed the bill to parole the Younger brothers serving life terms for the Northfield bank robbery and murders. The measure, sent to the governor, was recalled due to constitutionality concerns and defeated 53 to 50. The Younger family fight spanned 20 years without success. In other items, James D. Taylor Jr. reports aiding Aguinaldo via seven Filipinos. a Warsaw boy dies by hanging. Grand Duke Michael plans a Russian tour to study administration.
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Battle Creek
Mich
Europe
Asia
Africa
Australia
United States
New Orleans
South Africa
Indianapolis
Benjamin Harrison
Fulton, Ark
Betty Dowling
America
Jackson County
Ind
Maria Todd
Ohio
Youngstown
Marion
Victor Shultz
W. A. Eikenberry
Lehigh
Minnesota
Frederick H. Alms
University of Cincinnati
Rose P- Duffey
Parnell
William Carroll
Lincoln
Chicago
Meese
Auburn
Wisconsin Senate
Porto Rico
Ilinois
Springfield
Newkirk
Okla
Huron Webb
Mahoning Valley
Mineral Ridge
San Francisco
Philippines
Adrian
Darius Bachelder
Oklahoma
Chardon
Union Iron Works
George T. Anderson
Anniston
Ala
St. Paul
Minn
Northfield
House of Representatives
House
Missouri
Woman Hears From Mrs Pinkham About Private Illness
A patient explains how a sex specific illness baffled her doctor until she consulted Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts. The letter discusses confidentiality and the belief that Mrs Pinkham’s remedies improved many women’s health prompting publication with consent.
Then He Swore Off He Cigarette Case Conversation
A brief dialogue shows a man swearing off cigarettes while a woman objects, saying she does not mind tobacco but objects to people who smoke. The exchange appears as a concise joke line from the Chicago Daily News.
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Chicago Daily News
Grain-O replaces coffee in grocers nationwide
A new grain based beverage Grain-O is sold in all grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It suits delicate stomachs and costs less, with 15 to 25 cent packs. Children may drink it safely and benefits are claimed in contrast to coffee.
Washing sin from memory as starch for characters
A Puck quotation frames sin as starch used by some characters to reveal a moral wash. The line suggests satire on virtue and imperfection.
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Puck
Cascarets Candy Cathartic Promises Quick Bowel Relief
An advertisement extols Cascarets as a natural cure for various ailments by cleaning the bowels, claiming easy movements and health restoration for a small starter cost. It warns to beware of imitations and notes the product packaging bears C C C on each tablet.
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East
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Morning Post
Corea
Ching-Ting-Fu
Li Hung Chang
Shan-Li
Rockhill
Li Ming Chang
Legation
Ernest Mason Satow
Berlin
Cologne
St. Petersburg
East Siberian Rifles
Kobantsy
Sin-Min- Ting
New England
Vermont
Cincinnati
Edward Flynn
Charles Stabler
Hart
Kansas City
Diaz
el Paso
Vyex
Juancreel
el Paso Chamber of Commerce
McSkinley
Congress
Chapin
Providence
Chester W. Chapin
Patience Island
Bill
Punston
Lake City
Fla
J. D. Taylor
James D. Taylor
Twenty-fourth
United States Infantry
Gen. Funston
Warsaw
Samuel Ward
Larwill
Grand Duke
Michael
Empire
Fane Oe
Rae Rate Oei Reale
Nadal
Prd Rt
Ella Rice
Tme
National City Bank
Lynn
Mass
Lupia E. Pinkham
White
Los Angeles Herald
N. Samuel
Ocean Grove
Ieee
Samuel Pitcher
Seana
Rochelle Della Salis
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