Queen Victoria Dies Surrounded by Family at Windsor
Victoria dies peacefully at 6 30 pm in Windsor Castle surrounded by her children and grandchildren after four days of silent suffering. The scene includes the prince consort's portrait, the bishop of Winchester praying, and hushed royal casualties as the German emperor and future king witness the end.
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Irish Privy Council to Proclaim New King
An unnamed lieutenant was absent from Dublin on Tuesday but is expected to return promptly to preside over a Privy Council meeting. The purpose is to proclaim the accession of the new king.
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Royal condolences flood in after Queen Victoria's death
News of Queen Victoria's death prompts swift telegrams of condolence from King Victor Emmanuel Queen Helena the pope and government officials expressing sympathy and unity across nations.
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Edward VII Takes Title and Reigns in Britain
Edward VII becomes king after Queen Victoria's death delivering a brief extempore address in London. He vows to be a constitutional sovereign and to walk in his mother's footsteps as he assumes the throne. The proclamation includes a formal accession speech signed by royal and civic figures.
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Death of Queen Victoria Shocks US Leaders
Washington reports Queen Victoria's death as a profound loss to Britain and the world. President McKinley sends condolence to King Edward VI. Senate and House adopt resolutions deploring the monarch's passing and expressing sympathy to Britain.
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Queen Victoria Dies as World Bows in Mourning
A telegraph from Osborne confirms Queen Victoria has passed away at 6:45 p m London time. Cardinals and monarchs worldwide announce condolences as London tolls bells and governments declare days of mourning.
Rule of Victoria and the British Empire in Her Reign
A detailed historical overview recounts Queen Victoria born May 24 1819 at Kensington Palace and coronation June 28 1838. It covers her marriage to Prince Albert, nine offspring, key reforms, and the expansion of the empire including the title Empress of India. It notes political tensions and major events shaping 19th century Britain.
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Senate Ratifies Spanish Treaty
The Senate ratified the Spanish treaty by a vote of 8 to 19 in Washington on January 23.
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General Lee says Creek uprising exaggerated in telegraph
In Omaha on January 26 Gen Lee cites Lieut Dixon's report from Henrietta noting no Indians seen and no civilian violence. Dixon commanded cavalry sent to the Creek trouble scene and has not yet completed full inquiry. He indicates reports of an uprising are greatly exaggerated.
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Carrie Nation leads saloon fight in Kansas encounter
A street brawl in Enterprise between women led by Carrie Nation and WCTU members against Mrs. John Schilling and allies ended with Nation badly bruised after a horsewhip struck by an unknown woman.
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Emperor William May Become Field Marshal
The Daily Chronicle editorial on Russian policy in China notes a report that Emperor William may be appointed field marshal of the British army. It says a German alliance's prestige and cooperation could be crucial, and we hope the report is accurate.
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Demand for settlement at United Mine Workers convention
Indianapolis reports outline of wage and price demands to be presented at the joint conference of United Mine Workers delegates and Interstate Operators' association in Columbus Ohio. The proposal calls for a single run of mine basis across Indiana Illinois Ohio and Pennsylvania plus a ten cent per ton rise in mine run prices and a unified day labor wage scale.
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Revenue Office Robbed in Peoria Stamp Heist
The Peoria internal revenue office vault was drilled and stamps valued at about thirty one thousand nine hundred seventy six dollars and forty five cents were stolen. Investigators say negotiable revenue stamps were taken while non negotiable papers and cigars beer and whisky stamps were left intact. The loss may fall to Mr Daugherty through bondsmen though the government is expected to reimburse.
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Boers Capture Train Near Fourteen Streams
Boers waylaid and captured a troop train near Fourteen Streams north of Kimberley, blew a culvert, then withdrew as an armored train pursued. London dispatches note multiple engagements with Boer forces, including Cunningham at Middlefontein Kopperfontein and Smith-Dorrien near Wonderfontein to Carolina.
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Government Philippines bill may pass this session
Washington reports the Spooner bill for Philippine self government will be pushed this session. If it fails the president will not call an extra session.
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Aguinaldo Says He Will Not Accept Amnesty
A New York publication prints an interview with Aguinaldo and a Manili merchant's agent. Aguinaldo states he will refuse amnesty and persist in the fight for independence.
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Aguinaldo
Missing banker Barnard tied to Zion City bank case
A Western article reports Arthur R. Barnard, teller at Dowie’s Zion City bank in Chicago, missing since January 28. Friends suspect kidnapping for ransom and police fear he may have been harmed by unknown assailants. bank accounts show no irregularities.
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Gubbins Elected President of Bricklayers Union
George P. Gubbins of Chicago won the Bricklayers and Masons International Union of America presidency at the Milwaukee session, defeating William Klein of New York by 33 votes. The election was held on Saturday with Gubbins securing the leadership post.
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Josiah Morris Bank Closes in Montgomery Alabama
The Josiah Morris bank in Montgomery Alabama, one of the oldest private banks in the state, closed its doors Saturday morning. The bank reported capital stock of 100000 dollars though assets and liabilities were not disclosed.
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Revenue Reduction Bill Cuts War Taxes Near $40,000
Washington reports a Senate finance committee agreement lowering war revenue by about 40 000. Repealed taxes cover promissory notes mortgages export bills of lading powers of attorney protest leases warehouse receipts telegraphic and telephone traffic tickets under 30 express freight and bonds except certain religious charitable and educational institutions and brokers. Some taxes remain like custom house brokers theater operators bank checks drafts inland and foreign money orders brokers contracts and manifests. Senate keeps steamship tickets above 30 taxed while house repealed them all and removes proprietary medicines cosmetics fumigants and chewing gum from taxable list with medicines adjusted by the Senate.
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Trade review notes sharp early 1900s demand and gains
R G Dun and Co reports peak activity in staples and manufactured goods since November 1 with firm prices. Strong pig iron and dry goods demand, boots and shoes in prompt delivery, robust interior jobbing and excellent collections. Bank clearings soar. railroad earnings rise. wheat and corn exports up while U S failures rise versus last year.
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Missionaries Report Chinese Assurance on Missions Attitudes
Peking dispatch says foreign ministers note to Chinese plenipotentiaries was followed by adjournment of ministers meeting. Prince Ching told a missionary committee there are no plans to restrict missions and no past objections to missionaries or their methods. Transfers of the Forbidden City for emperor’s return were not conceded without proof of compliance with joint note demands.
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Destructive Montreal Fire Sweeps The City
A major blaze in Montreal on a Wednesday night destroyed property valued between 2.5 million and 38 million dollars. The fire began at eight and burned until one this morning hampered by cold weather, destroying the board of trade building worth over 500 thousand with many tenants and firms affected.
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Fire destroys crockery firm in Chicago blaze
A large fire in Chicago’s State and Lake streets early today nearly destroyed Pitkin & Brooks crockery stock and gutted their building. Stock losses about 300000 dollars, building about 150000 dollars, with both insured.
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Kitchener Dispatch Reports Boer Captures and Cape Colony Opinion
A War Office dispatch from Gen. Kitchener dated Pretoria January 24 notes minor contacts with Belarey’s and Haasbroek’s commands, reports a score of Boers captured, and says Gen. Methuen has cleared Griqualand and Kuruman. Invaders harmed little and are increasingly unpopular with Cape Colony inhabitants.
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Shipping bill may hold key to river and harbor work
Special Washington correspondence notes the river and harbor bill faces tight scrutiny in the Senate Commerce Committee as lawmakers weigh a $60 million expenditure. The process could affect timing for related measures and reflect pressure from powerful constituencies. Exports indicate rising gold outflows, with potential further declines if a German loan is approved, but markets remain stable amid U.S. financial solidity.
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River and Harbor Bill Jam Through Senate in Six Weeks
Critics warn against rushing the river and harbor improvement bill through Congress in six weeks, noting it carries 60 million dollars and follows two years of Senate and House consideration. Supporters urge timely action amid 1896 political crossfires, with references to Bryan Cleveland and party disagreements.
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