By-Elections Across Canada Stir Government
Ottawa reports mixed results from by-elections with Conservative gains in Sherbrooke and Lotbiniere, and Independ ent Liberal wins in Winnipeg and Lotbiniere. Libe rals faced strong competition and expenditure, while other towns record local political shifts and cabinet actions.
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Patterson
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Lebaron
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New York Ports and Canals Face Rushed Reform Push
Albany reports lawmakers received a detailed study on New York port commerce decline and canal prospects. Governor urges a large new canal costing about 60 million dollars to lower transportation costs below rail rates, arguing canals rival Canadian gains and could restore state competitiveness.
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Spion's Kop Seized by Warren Forces Amid Looting Reports
War updates describe Spion's Kop now in Warren hands with enemy troops pillaging wounded officers and gear. Medical care was orderly, nurses provided comfort, while Boer officials and Dr. Leyds dispute foreign involvement rumors and frame the capture as part of broader unfolding events.
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Freight Train Runaway Sparks Deadly Explosion in Wilkesbarre
A freight train on the Central Railway of New Jersey ran away while descending the Wilkesbarre Mountains. Cars derailed and piled at the foot of the range. One car held dynamite and exploded with force, shattering windows in Ashley and possibly burying several men in the ruins.
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Emperor Congratulated by Royal Dragoons Birthday Greeting
The North German Gazette reports a telegram from Spearman s Camp where the commander of the British First Dragoons sends greetings to the Emperor on the Colonel in chief's birthday. The Emperor replies that the Colonel in chief thanks the Royal Dragoons for their wishes.
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Royal) Dragoons
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American Forces Break Rebel Positions Near San Diego Sandiy
General Sipwan's column engaged 50 insurgents at San Diego Sandiy driving them from entrenched positions. Reported enemy losses were 67 killed with many wounded. American casualties were 1 killed and 14 wounded. A second encounter routed about 100 rebels with 15 killed. General Wheeler and his daughter were wounded and aboard the Warren en route to Francisco.
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Emperor and Empress Cancel Dresden Court Reception
The Emperor and Empress arrived at the castle but today’s court reception was abandoned due to the death of Dowager Duchess Frederick of Schleswig Holstein, mother of the German Empress. The event was tied to the Emperor’s birthday.
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Senate bill empowering railway property acquisition in Ontario
A Senate bill introduced by Senator Ellsworth would empower the Buffalo and Niagara Falls Electric Railway Co. to acquire the property of any railway operated in Ontario when authorized by the Province of Ontario or the Dominion of Canada.
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Chinese emperor dead rumor in Shanghai dispatch
A Shanghai dispatch reports Emperor Kuang Su has died by his own hand. The note cites a special line sent from the Chinese capital, with confirmation awaiting further details.
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Creditors Meet Over Earl of Yarmouth Estate
The creditors of the Earl of Yarmouth met in London on June 5 and resolved to place his estate into bank ropitey.
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Osman Digna Arrives at Suez After Capture
Osman Digna, key general of the Khalifa Abdullah, recently defeated by the British, has been brought to Suez. The capture follows the fall of his coalition forces and signals a shift in the campaign in the region.
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Argentine Budget Deficit Report Sparks Market Reactions
London dispatch from Buenos Aires reports the Argentine budget shows a large deficit of 810000000. The Financial News notes uncertainty over repayment plans and potential impact on bonds and currency. Authorities in Buenos Aires reportedly seek funds to cover the shortfall amid inflation concerns.
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Buenos Ayres
Mining and Timber Dispute Flags Provincial Interest
The Boundary mining scene reports 2000 tons of ore on dump and 20000 tons blocked, with shipping to start after a railroad spur to Winnipeg. A Rossland court case rules mineral claim holders may use timber on their claims for mining while trespassers are liable. judgment for $45 and costs.
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Hertel Armstrong
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The Iron Tooth Premier in Berlin Amid Royal Preparations
Tomorrow night Emperor William will see the first performance of The Iron Tooth at the Royal Theatre in Berlin. The Emperor has guided soldiers from the Alexander Regiment in rehearsals. Herr Vorhalsen, his favored stage manager from Wiesbaden, assists, and His Majesty hopes Berliners will support the production.
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Hawks and Flaherty Battle to 20 Round Draw
In Hartford California’s Lal Hawkins and Lowell’s Martin Flaherty fought a 20 round draw at the Coliseum. Tolstoi, in Moscow, denounces the South Africa war as ruled by sordid commercialism per Russki Listok.
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