Roosevelt Chosen by Acclaim at Republican Convention
At Philadelphia on June 21 the Republican National Convention opened and rapidly moved to nominate William McKinley for president after Foraker’s speech. Theodore Roosevelt was nominated for vice president, with a rousing crowd reaction and a dramatic approval wave as delegates cheered, waved banners, and sang. National committee members Hanna and Dick were elected to lead the party after the nomination.
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Foraker
McKinley
Roosevelt
Philadelphia
Republian
Lodge
Ryan
Quay
Committee On Rules
United States
Alabama
Ohio
William McKinley
Kansas
Hanna
Depew
Payne
Chairman Lodge
Grand Army Band
Canton
Colorado
Massachusetts
Indiana
Presi
China
Spain
Cuba
Puerto Rico
Lincoln
Grant
Blaine
Thurston
Yerkes
Kentucky
Knight
California
Mount
Nebraska
Liev Ter
Hantfa
Iowa
Colonel Young
Dolliver
Theodore Roosevelt
New York
Murray
Long
Ashton
National Committee
Charles Dick
George N. Wiswell
Amnesty Proclamation by MacArthur in the Philippines
The war department released MacArthur’s amnesty proclamation from Manila offering immunity for past acts and freedom of future action to those not in rebellion since February 4, 1899 who renounce ties within ninety days and accept U S sovereignty. Officials expect the move to help end the Philippine rebellion.
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MacArthur
Philippines
Washington
Manila
War Department
United States
China reformer accuses Russia of political treble tale
Kang Yuwei says Russia is responsible for Chinese trouble and claims the Russian government won support from the Dowager Empress via Manchu conservatives in its schemes. The interview was conducted in Singapore on June 21 by a correspondent of the association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sinapore
Kang Yu Wei
Kang
Russia
Dowager Empress
Wheat Rush at Chicago Pit Pushes July Option Higher
Chicago June 21 The wheat pit drew a crowd of brokers who sent July option up two cents at the open and sent prices to a high of 84 percent before settling at 82.5 percent after the opening bell. Bullish reports fueled a quick surge and pandemonium ruled briefly in the trading floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
the Journal
Saloon Keeper Fined for Refusing Shelter in St Louis
Herman Schumacher, a saloon keeper in St Louis, was fined one dollar by a jury after fourteen hours of deliberation for refusing shelter to Pauline Hesser who had been nearly stripped in the street by strike sympathizers while riding a Transit car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Schumacher
Journal
St. Louis
Pauline Hesser
Benham Found Not Guilty in Wife Murder Case
Casandaigue New York June 21 Howard Benham is acquitted of murdering his wife after earlier sentencing to electrocution. The verdict ends the high profile case with Benham avoiding the death penalty.
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Howard Benham
Casandaigue
N. Y
Battle Rumor Quietly Circulates on Delago Railroad
London dispatches report a large engagement between British forces and Botha’s troops at Machadorp on the Delago railway, though not confirmed. British cavalry may operate east of Pretoria with skirmishes suggesting a broader clash while Kruger reportedly aims for the sea. Buller advances to Landspruch north of the line.
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London
Lorenzo, Marques
Botha
Machadorp
Delago
Roberts
Pretoria
Cape
Kruger
Volksrust
Transvaal
Buller
Landspruch
Colonel Picquart Awarded 100000 Francs Damages
Paris reports Colonel Picquart receives 100000 francs in damages for a defamatory article printed during the Dreyfus affair by Echo de Paris. The case highlights justice restored after the officer sacrificed his career.
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Paris
Picquart
Dreyfus
Echo de Paris
No Violence Overnight as Dyna mite Found in Smith Home
St Louis reports a quiet night with well patronized car lines. Police found ten pounds of dyna mite in the home of striker Luther R. Smith and issued warrants for him and Forest Reaves, his companion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
St. Louis
Luther R. Smith
Forest Reaves
Fire Devastates Bloomington Business District
A Bloomington Illinois fire Monday morning destroyed four and a half blocks of business district. Estimated losses range from two and a half to three million dollars with one death attributed to heart disease during the blaze. State militia guard the rubble to prevent danger as walls reach to the sky and the McLean county courthouse lies wrecked though records survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
His
Robert Schmidt
McLean County
Supreme Court Upholds Michigan Tax Commission Act
The Michigan Supreme Court affirms the constitutionality of the state tax commission act. It authorizes review of local assessments, allows increases, and enables omission corrections. The ruling rejects challenges to local self government and allows commissioners to act for the full commission. A mandamus requires Grand Rapids assessors to submit rolls for amendment.
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Lansing
Mich
Supreme Court
Grand Rapids
Commission
McKinley Sister Proves Identity At Post Office
Cleveland June 11 Miss Helen McKinley sister of the president failed to cash a money order because she was not recognized by the clerk. She called on Internal Revenue Collector McCord to verify her relation before the payment was made. She resides with Mrs. A J Duncan at 190 Oakdale street.
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Cleveland
Helen McKinley
Sam
Post Office
Miss McKinley
Internal Revenue
McCord
A. J. Duncan
Oakdale Street
Lion Escapes at Coney Island Menagerie
Milwaukee reports a lion escaped its cage after taunting by staff. The beast toppled the cage, knocked over a kangaroo, chased by cowboys who coaxed it back. Parkgoers fled drinkers fainted and others climbed trees as attendants pursued the animal.
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Milwaukee
Coney Island Menagerie
Iowa Central Railway Homeseekers Excursion Tickets
On various Tuesdays from May to December the Iowa Central Railway will sell Homeseekers excursion tickets to many western and midwestern states and territories plus regions in the southeast. Tickets may also be sold to Denver Pueblo and Colorado Springs, Col. For full information contact ticket agents or Geo. S. Batty G. P. and T. A. Marshalltown Iowa.
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Iowa Central Railway
Arkansas
Arizona
British Columbia
Colorado
Idaho
Indian Territory
Kansas
Montana
Manitoba
Nebraska
New Mexico
Oregon
Oklahoma
Louisiana
Missouri
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
Texas
Iowa
Minnesota
North Dakota
Michigan
Wisconsin
South Dakota
Southeast
Denver
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
Col
Geo. S. Batty
G.P
T.A
Marshalltown
Pugilistic bout lined up for McGovern Erne title clash
In New York on June 21 a ten round fight is set for July 16 at the Twentieth Century Athletic Club between featherweight champion Terry McGovern and lightweight champion Frank Erne. Erne must KO McGovern in ten rounds or forfeit the decision. the winner takes all the purse.
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New York
Terry McGovern
Frank Erne
Twentieth Century Athletic Club
Erne
McGovern
Grain-O praised as coffee substitute in letter from Illinois
A.C. Jackson of Goshen Illinois writes to Pure Food Co LeRoy New York praising Grain-O as a substitute for coffee. He says the product pleases him and equals the best Java and Mocha in taste and quality.
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Goshen
Ill
Genesse
Pure Food Co
LeRoy
N. Y
A.C. Jackson
Iowa Central Railway Advertises Home Seekers Excursions
The Iowa Central Railway promotes direct lines for home seekers with tickets on the first and third Tuesdays each month to western northern western southern southeastern and southwestern points at one fare plus two dollars for round trip. Includes Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Inquiries to coupon ticket agents or Geo. Batty G. P. T. A. for sale dates and territories.
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Iowa Central Railway
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Honolulu Sends A Physician To Investigate Plague
Honolulu has sent Dr. Hoffman an expert to investigate and report on the plague in San Francisco as the two cities exchange preventive measures during the health scare.
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San Francisco
Honolulu
Hoffman
Chicago Girl Becomes a Wife
The wedding of Mabelle Florence Swift daughter of E C Swift of Chicago and Clarence Moore of Washington occurred at St Peter's church Beverley Farms Massachusetts at noon yesterday The bride was given away by her father Frank Moore of Washington brother of the groom served as best man
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Beverley Farms
Mass
Mabelle Florence Swift
E. C. Swift
Chicago
Clarence Moore
Washington
St. Peter's Church
Frank Moore
Death claims Mrs Helen Ashby and her daughter Isabel
In Pittsboro Indiana on June 21 Mrs Helen Ashby died suddenly. The following day her daughter Isabel was stung on the temple by an insect. She developed tetanus and died one week after her mother’s death.
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Pittsboro
Ind
Helen Ashby
Isabel
Thunderstorm kills two youths near Red Fern
A severe thunderstorm struck the Red Fern area on June 21 killing two boys, 16 year olds George McNickie and John Thompson, who were struck by lightning in the countryside nearby.
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Red Fern
S. D
Here
Moye
George McNickie
John Thompson
Special clearing sale on silk petticoats
A local store promotes a special clearing sale on silk petticoats in all colors with a smart elegant air and low prices across the varied line, inviting shoppers to choose from many styles at easy prices.
Glove Sale Offers Silk and Fabric Styles in Low Prices
An advertisement lists silk gloves, fabric gloves, taffeta and jersey options in assorted colors and styles. Prices are described as exceptionally low with 2 or 3 clasp and button closures for many pairs.
Economy is Woven In All Our Goods
An advertisement touts the store as offering modern seasonal goods at affordable prices. It emphasizes quality over price, regular trading as the backbone of business, and a wide variety for all ages with budget friendly options.
Summer wash goods sale fills shelves with color
Many women praise this shop for low prices on fresh summer fabrics. New varieties arrive constantly including percales, lawns, lawns and batiste plus India linen and shallies. Immense lace and embroidery selections accompany summer novelties and edgings for stylish outfits.
Noteworthy All Overs Display Unveils New Styles
Vince and Nottingham showcase a range of fabrics and designs including valenciennes torchens and several fresh styles. The display highlights diverse textures and patterns appealing to fashion enthusiasts.
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Vince
Nottingham
Valenciennes
Torchens
Hosiery and Underwear Sale for Ladies and Children
Unmatched values in hosiery and underwear for ladies misses children and gents advertised at a local department store.
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Republican National Ticket
Senator Foraker
Wm. McKinley
Charles A. Gray
M'Kinley
Vancing British
Tts
Er Foreign News
Lion
Teasers
Ansious
St. Thomas
PD. W. L
Demarara
Trinidad
Chamberlain
Island of
St. Kitts
Ashanti
Dres
Homeseekers
Batty, G. P
T. A
Daughters of the American Revolution
Royal Oak
Bob
The
Globe
the Globe Restaurant
James O Toole
O'toole’s
Iowa Av
C. H. Armstrong
Sid Thect
Barre
West Front St
Gruber Marble Works
P. Olson
McCorm Dry Goods Company
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