Roberts Orders Botha Foes Breaks Through Near Pretoria
London dispatch reports Lord Roberts says Botha’s forces retired eastward after a day of severe fighting 15 miles east of Pretoria. Buller and his men supported operations around Laings Nek aiding easy Pretoria occupation and prompting Boer withdrawals. Buller’s advance continues with Little Town and Wakkerstroom’s submission noted.
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London
Lord Roberts
War Office
Botha
Pretoria
Buller
Laings Ne
Voluks- Rust
Littletown
Wakkerstroom
Admiral Dewey Returns From Western Trip
Admiral Dewey and Mrs. Dewey returned to Washington from an eight day western pleasure trip. The admiral said he was delighted with the outing and Mrs. Dewey has nearly recovered from tonsillitis suffered during the trip. He will leave June 25 for Newport to attend the naval board meeting.
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Journal
Washington, D. C
Postmaster Power to Restrict Mail In Lottery Cases
In St Louis on June 14 Judge Thafer of the United States court of appeals ruled the Postmaster General may restrict mail delivery where there is a question of lottery or fraudulent schemes. An injunction against Postmaster Anulty of Nevada Mo was denied. B E Weltmer of the American School of Magnetic Healing initiated the case.
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St. Louis
Thafer
United States Court of Appeals
Anulty
Nevada
B. E. Weltmer
American School of Magnetic Healing
Gordon McKnight
Lloyd
Edward Thomas Au Striker
McKnight
South St. Louis
Emperor William Plans Major Army Expansion
Berlin reports that Emperor William intends a complete enlargement of the army earlier than the naval bill timeline. Confidential communications about the expansion will be sent to the Reichstag next winter.
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William
Berlin
Reichstag
Croker Delays Return to New York Indefinitely
Richard Croker remains abroad in Wautaka England as of June 14 postponing his return to New York indefinitely. The reasons for the delay are not disclosed.
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New York
Journal
Wautaka
Eng
Richard Croker
Distress at Kumassi Sends Gloom Across Colony
British forces at Kumassi face severe hunger after a June 4 dispatch reports Captain Maguire killed and Major Morrie badly wounded with six others lightly hurt. Colonial officials say provisions are urgently needed as relief efforts proceed.
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London
British Gold Coast
Kumassi
Capain Maguire
Morrie
Influx of Immigrants Arrives at Port Townsend
Special to the Journal Port Townsend Washington June 14 During May 2441 immigrants landed in this district all but two of whom were Japanese fifteen hundred remained in this state the remainder going to California and Oregon.
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Port Townsend
Wash
California
Oregon
Goebel Democrats Lead Louisville Convention
The Goebel faction will assume control of the Louisville Democratic convention as plans for state harmony are set. Senator Blackburn may push changes in election laws while a Bryan endorsement is anticipated. Goebel’s assassination will be condemned and Governor Mount of Indiana may be chided for not honoring requisitions for Taylor and Finley.
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Louisville
Goebel
Blackburn
Bryan
Mount
Indiana
Taylor
Finley
National Committee at work as Bliss favored for VP
Philadelphia and New York dispatches report the National Republican Committee debating the Delaware Huderts-Dupont contest. Bliss appears likely for vice president though Hanna's interview hints he may stay out. Allison and Platt discuss Bliss's possible nomination with Bliss again declining to allow his name.
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Phidelphia
National Republican Committee
Delaware Addiecks-Dupont
Bliss
Hanna
McKinley
New York
Allison
Iowa
Platt
Cornelius Bliss
Mrs Gladstone Dies in London at Age
Mrs Gladstone widow of W E Gladstone died in London. The end came peacefully as had been expected hourly for several hours.
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Journal
London
Eng
Celebration marks Scandinavian Mormon arrival in Utah
Salt Lake City reports a wide state observance of the semi centennial of Mormonism in Scandinavia with a large Scandinavian gathering in the city. The program includes a grand music event and other activities.
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Salt Lake City
Scandinavia
Riots Rock Southern China Amid Missionary Attacks
Riots in Yun Nan Fu and nearby areas in Kwang Tung reported with French mission buildings destroyed. Missionaries reportedly escaped to Tong King as anti Christian unrest spreads in Southern China.
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Kwang Tung
China
Yun Nan
Tong King
Striking Tensions Ease as Guards Withdraw in St Louis
June 14 report says police guards pulled from most transit cars and officers patrol beats for first time in five weeks. Chief Campbell calls the strike back broken as light traffic returns and rumors of reconciliations spread amid ongoing arrests for murder and riot fallout.
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St. Louis
Law
Campbell
Vernon Harcourt to retire after present Parliament
The Daily Telegraph reports Sir William Vernon Harcourt former Liberal leader in the House of Commons plans to retire from political life at the end of the current Parliament due to age and health concerns.
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London
The
Daily Telegraph
William Vernon Harcourt
House of Commons
Milburn Selected as Pan-American Exposition President
John G Milburn a leading New York Bar member and eloquent speaker heads the Pan American Exposition He was born December 14 1851 in Sunderland England came to the United States at 18 and pursued law He joined notable firms and contributed to public affairs through charter revision work and civic service
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John G. Milburn
New York
Milburn
Sunderland
England
Wakeman & Watson
Batavia
N. Y
Sprague, Milburn
Rogers, Locke & Milburn
C. E. Richards Meat Market Promotes Varied Chickens
Local market advertises a wide range of chickens and other meats, inviting customers to visit for selection and pricing.
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C. E. Richard’s Meat Market
C. E. Richard's Meat Market
Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil Ad
Instructional ad copy touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for burns and cuts with a reminder to get it at druggists. The message emphasizes home remedy use and accessibility.
Rochester Otis Day Parade to Honor General Otis
Rochester plans a citywide Otis Day celebration with over 200000 expected to attend the parade. Wealthy residents pay five dollars a window along the parade route as buildings display Otis portraits flags and bunting in a historic tribute.
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Journal
Rochester
General Otis
Otis
Squadron Arrives in Boston for Bunker Hill Day
The North Atlantic squadron is signed off Hull today and will be in Boston upper harbor this afternoon for Bunker Hill day observances. The fleet's arrival marks a show of naval force as ceremonies proceed in the city. The event is anticipated with local officials and residents observing the port visit.
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the Journal
Boston
Bunker Hill
Hull
Upper Harbor
Marines Enlist In Chicago for Asia Service
Seventy two men enlisted in the Marine Corps in Chicago drawn by the promise of adventure and Asia service. They were sent to Washington as Col. Harrington opened a Chicago recruiting office noting high demand for Marine personnel, valued for combined army and infantry duties in China and the East.
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The
Journal
Chicago
Asia
Marine Corps
Washington
Col. Harrington
China
East
Army
Battle Near Pekin As Foreign Forces Advance
Shanghai reports say 30,000 anti foreign forces assemble outside Pekin gates to oppose relief troops. Railways damaged near Pekin slow progress as British and American units push toward the city. Meanwhile 2,000 foreign troops arrive at Taku and gunboats move toward Tong Ku to reinforce the legations.
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Tung Fu Sang
Pekin
Lang Fang
Shanghai
Tien Tsin
Russia
Taku
Yorktown
Castine
Tong Ku
Yang Tse Kiang River
Esk
Lang Tang
Missouri Democrats Name Delegates At Large
In Jefferson City on June 14 the Democratic State convention met at noon to elect four delegates at large to the National convention. Prominent candidates include Gov Stephens and ex Gov Stone with contenders like Wm J Phelps tobacco lobbyist Moses Wetmore Judge Chrisman Edward M Harbow and David Pall. A hot race develops between Stone and Phelps as Stephens backs Phelps.
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Journal
Jefferson City
Gov
Stephens
Stone
Wm. J. Phelps
Moses Wetmore
Tobacco Trust
Judge Chrisman
Kansas City
Edward M. Harbow
David Pall
Phelps
Klondikers Deposit $200000 In Seattle Assayer Office
The United States Assayer's Office in Seattle reports the 1990 season opened with gold deposits totaling $200,000 from returning Klondikers. The event marks the start of the season for assay and valuation operations in the region.
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Seattle
Washington
The
Journal
Wash
United States
Annual conventions and meetings across the Midwest in late spring
A list of upcoming events across multiple states includes German Catholic and Lutheran gatherings, Baptist and Adventist conferences, a Sioux Falls lodge meet, a Millers of America session, and alumni and veterans reunions. Dates span May to June with venues in Iowa Illinois Wisconsin Kansas South Dakota and New York. Travel info and ticket rates are available from Iowa Central Railway agents and G S Beatty in Marshalltown Iowa.
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Ings
Iowa Central Railway
East St. Louis
Iowa Central
N. Y
Association of Military Surgeons of the United States
Ames
Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa Holiness Ass’n
Nickel Plate Express Trains Run Chicago to New York
The Nickel Plate Railroad offers three daily express trains between Chicago New York and Boston with 27 hour service between Chicago and New York. All meals on day trains from Chicago are served in dining cars at popular prices. Information available from J Y Callahan General Agent 111 Adams St Chicago.
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Chicago
New York
Boston
J. Y. Calahan
Adams ,&T
Generally Fair Forecast for Iowa and Chicago Areas
Chicago June 14. The weather note indicates generally fair conditions tonight and Friday for Iowa. No significant events or actions noted.
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Chicago
Iowa
Japan to Send Regiment of Mixed Troops to China
Yokohama reports today Japan decided to dispatch a regiment of mixed troops to China. In Tien Tsin Russia and France are said to have agreed on a joint policy regarding the Chinese situation. Railway lines near Yangtun are cut and a Boxer raid aims to burn the Tien Tsin station as telegraph lines around Pekin are reported cut.
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Washington
Kempf
Navy Department
Pekin
Tien Tsin
Port Arthur
Japan
Yokohama
China
Lang Tang
Yang Tsun
Washington, D. C
The
Commercial Cable Company
War Department
Kansas City Market roundup cattle and hogs drift lower
Kansas City market notes show cattle receipts at 6800 with natives 4.50 to 5.50 and Texans 4.00 to 5.20, stockers 3.75 to 5.00. Hog receipts 15090 down about 5 cents, top 4.9714 with bulk 4.80 to 4.90. Sheep receipts 2700 strong with mutton 4.55 to 5.25 and lambs 4.00 to 7.25.
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Kansas
Kansas City
Chicago Cattle Hogs and Sheep Receipts Report
Chicago market notes for June 14 show cattle receipts around 11.00 with declines of 10 to 15 cents, beef steers about 468 to 515, Texans 3.80 to 5.15. hog receipts near 29,000 with mixed and heavy hog prices around 4.95 to 5.07. sheep and lambs receipts around 9,000 with lambs 4.75 to 7.50 and ewes 4.90 to 5.49.
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Chicago
Heeves
Azti
Licht
Hieher
San Francisco Gov Declares No Bubonic Plague Present
San Francisco June 14 Governor Gage answered Secretary Havs inquiry by mailing a reply stating belief that no Bubonic plague case existed in San Francisco.
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Gage
San Francisco
Hav
Woodruff Seen as Strong Vice Presidential Nominee
Senator Depew says Lieutenant Governor Woodruff has an excellent chance to be the Republican nominee for Vice President. He notes several New York delegates support Woodruff and that his path to the nomination looks best so far.
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Journal
New York
Depew
Woodruff
Frenchman Wins Paris to Lyons Auto Race
Paris June 14 Chayon, a French driver, won the Paris to Lyons automobile race in nine hours thirty three minutes. American contestant Winton finished last after an accident to his car.
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Paris
Chayon
Lyons
Winton
Fire Brand Attacks In Yun Nah Fu Demolish Missions
Mobs wrecked the China Inland Mission houses at Yun Nah Fu with partial destruction while the Roman Catholic and Christian Mission structures were leveled. A Russian transport carrying exhausted men on board passed up Yang Tsekiang yesterday.
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Shang Hai
China Inland Mission
Yun Nah Fu
Yang Tsekiang
City groups back library build with appointed committees
City organizations including the Knight Templars Knights of Pythias Odd Fellows and Daughters of Rebekah have formed committees to confer with the library committee on securing the proposed library building.
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Knight Templars
Knights of Pythbias
Odd Fellows and Daughters of Rebekah
Record of Hooch's Sarsaparilla as Health Cure
The advertisement touts Hooch's Sarsaparilla as a universal healer. It claims the patent medicine cleanses stomach and nerves, strengthens kidneys and blood, eases poor appetite and debility, and improves daily life for thousands.
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Hooch
Hood's Pills Are Non-Irritating and Priced at 25 Cents
The advertisement markets Hood's Pills as non-irritating with a five cent? price noted as 25 cents. Practical consumer note highlights affordable relief and a branded patent medicine claim.
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Hood’s
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