British and Boer Reports Disagree On Defensive Contact
London dispatches detail Boer and British claims as Botha’s force resists Roberts in Pretoria region. Reports note Bul ler and Buller progress, Natal in touch with Roberts, and raids around Ficksburg, Laing’s Nek, and Wakkerstroom with mixed casualties and precautions as the war widens.
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London
Louis Botha
Lord Roberts
Transvaal
Machacodero
Pretoria
Machadodoro
Buller
Almond’s. Nek
Ruade
Ficksburg
Ficksburg- Senekal
Rundle
Steyn
Witkop
Natal
Clery
Ingogu
Laing
Nek
Dartnell
Charlestown
Volksrust
Orange River Colony
War Office
Methuen
Honingspruit
Kroonstad
Rhenesier River
Botha
Ian Hamilton
Pole-Carew
Ven. Buller
Léing’s Nek
Lyttleton
Wakkerstroom
Kruger Issuing Notes From Executive Car Report
A dispatch from Lorenzo Marques says President Kruger is issuing paper notes from a press in his executive car as the Boer coin stock is exhausted. Officials are paying out plain gold disks unstamped and some who refuse notes receive salaries in gold bars. The government continues to pay out substantial gold.
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London
Lorenzo Marques
Kruger
Boers' Supplies Arrive as War Continues
Two steamers reached Lorenzo, Marines with thousands of tons of supplies sent to Portuguese merchants but bound for the Boers. About 100 foreigners and Americans are aboard See steamers bound for the Transvaal. British Consul General Crowe holds clothing for prisoners until Boers guarantee they will not seize them.
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London
Lorenzo
Transvaal
Crowe
Peace talks surface among Boer agents in London
A Times correspondent reports Boer agents in London discussing renewed negotiations to end hostilities. The talks are not public, and Wolmarans arrives vowing to withdraw from fighting.
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London
Lorenzo Marques
The
Times
Wolmarans
Transvaal
Milner summons Sprigge to form Cape Cabinet
Cape Town June 14 Sir Alfred Milner Governor of the Cape Colony has sent for Sir John Gordon Sprige the former Premier who is attempting to assemble a new cabinet for the colony.
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Cape Town
Sir Alfred Milner
Cape Colony
John Gordon Sprige
Schreiner Holds Line on Resignation Amid Pressure
London reports Mr. Schreiner remains determined to quit as Premier despite pressure from Sir Alfred Milner. Cape Town dispatch says he will state he resigned because he cannot lead supported by the Opposition and prefers influencing Moderates as a private member. Afrikander Extremists label him traitor.
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London
Schreiner
Alfred Milner
Cape Town
Chreiner
Prepaid Freight Charges Note and Pledged Miles
A fragment notes prepaid freight charges to GO sce SS See ak for one hundred miles on paid terms.
Kentucky Democrats Choose Delegates for National Convention
Kentucky Democrats at a Louisville convention elected senators and leaders as delegates to the Democratic National Convention. They reaffirmed the Chicago platform, pledged to vote for Bryan and as a unit, denounced Republican policy, and supported Goebel law modification to ensure fair elections with equal representation on boards. Senator Blackburn spoke on reform and urged conference consideration before the July 19 Lexington governor’s race.
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Louisville
Kentucky
J. C. S. Blackburn
James B. McCreary
Louis McQuown
Charles B. Poyntz
James P. Gregory
William S. Pryor
N. W. Utley
C. S. Bransford
Chicago
Bryan
Philippines
Goebel
Blackburn
Resolutions Committee
Lexington
William J. Bryan
Georgia Democrats nominate State ticket at Atlanta convention
The June 14 Democratic State Convention in Atlanta named its slate: Governor Allen D. Candler, Secretary of State Phil Cook, Attorney General Joseph M. Terrell, Controller General William A. Wright, Treasurer R. K. Park, Agriculture Commissioner O. B. Stevens, Education Commissioner G. K. Glenn, Justices William A. Little and H. L. Lewis. Delegates at large to Kansas City were chosen and instructed for Bryan. The platform denounces the gold standard, calls for repeal of the War Revenue Tax, condemns Porto Rican Tariff policy, and favors expansion while limiting foreign acquisition, plus repeal of the 10 percent tax on state banks of issue. an invitation to all voters to join the Democratic Party is extended.
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Allen D. Candler
Phil Cook
Joseph M. Terrell
William A. Wright
R. KE. Park
O. B. Stevens
G. KR. Glenn
Supreme Court
Wilialam A. Little
H. L. Lewis
Augustus Dupont
Fulton Coville
Democratic Party
Vermont Democrats Nominate Full State Ticket At Convention
The Democratic State Convention in Montpelier nominated Governor John H. Senter for governor and E 58 Harris for lieutenant governor along with H C Cummings Elisha May and C A Fitzpatrick for state offices. Delegates at large include Maloney McGettrick Childs and Atkins with alternates Powers Luce Brady and Royce.
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Bryan
Chicago
John H. Senter
Harris
Bennington
H. C. Cummings
Richmond
Elisha May
St. Johnsbury
C. A. Fitzpatrick
White River Junction
Thomas W. Maloney
Rutland
F. W. McGettrick
St. Albans
Rollin S. Childs
Brattleborough
George Atkins
Clternates
D. C. Powers
Proctorville
O. E. Luce
Stowe
California Democrats Endorse National Reform Planks
The California Democratic State Convention adopted resolutions backing the Chicago platform. They favor direct election of U S Senators, an constitutional income tax, and US control of the Nicaraguan Canal. They condemn imperialism and Porto Rican tariffs, support Asiatic labor exclusion, and congratulate Hearst and Bryans nomination prospects. Delegates were instructed to back Bryan at Kansas City.
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Sacramento
Cal
Chicago
United States
W. R. Hearst
National Association of Democratic Ubs
Bryan
Kansas City
Democratic County Conventions Endorse Chicago Platform
In towns statewide, delegates to the State Convention were chosen and resolutions backed the Chicago platform. Bryan and Gov. Lind were endorsed, with congratulations to Charles A. Towne on his Vice Presidential nomination. Militarism imperialism and plutocracy faced denouncement.
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New York Times
Paul
Minn
Kansas City
Chicago
Bryan
Lind
Charles A. Towne
Democratic State Convention Chooses Kansas City Delegates
In St. Louis on June 14 the Democratic State Convention elected ex Gov William J Stone William J Phelps Gov L V Stephens and David A Ball as delegates to the Kansas City Convention They were instructed for Bryan.
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ST. Louis
Kansas City
William J. Stone
William J. Phelps
L. V. Stephens
David A. Ball
Bryan
Fraternal Order Quarrel Splits Heptasophs Over Forgeries
Chicago June 14. An effort to expel members splits the Independent Order of Heptasophs into rival camps. Baltimore Chief Archon M. G. Cohen aids with court action as objectors, former Foresters, seek injunctions and accuse an organizer of forgery. About 5,000 Foresters recruited by BE. H. Norris faced ouster notices for members over age forty-nine.
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New York Times
Chicago
Independent Order of Heptasophs
Baltimore
Archon
M. G. Cohen
Independent Order of Foresters of Illinois
Heptasophs
BE. H. Norris
Hanna Discusses Vice Presidency in Republican Talks
Senator Odell appears set to be Mr. McKinley’s running mate, while Adlai Stevenson quips about a gallery seat. The exchange shows Republican sentiment aligning Odell with the vice presidential spot despite pushback from Adlai Stevenson.
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Adlai Stevenson
Odell
Platt
Mr. Odell
Mr. McKinley
Odell Mentioned as Possible Vice Presidential Scheme
Philadelphia reporters describe how Odell of New York is viewed by some delegates as a unifying candidate to prevent a split on the vice presidential question. The uninstructed delegation currently has no official candidate though Woodruff supporters lead a minority, with Platt rumored to hold a reserve like Gen. Francis V. Greene for a future pivot.
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New York Times
Philadelphia
Odell
New York
Cady
Woodruff
Frederick Gibbs
Platt
Francis V. Greene
Quigg Discusses New York Delegates at Walton Meeting
Lemuel E. Quigg arrived in Philadelphia and met party leaders at the Walton to discuss the New York delegation’s stance on the National ticket. He notes delegates have not crystallized views and expects further talks after Senator Platt’s Saturday arrival. Quigg stresses Woodruff as a strong factor and suggests most NY delegates would back him for second place.
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New York Times
Philadelphia
Lemuel
E. Quigg
Walton
Mr. Quigg
New York
Platt
Woodruff
Payne rejects vice presidential bid as Wisconsin backs Schofield
Henry C Payne, Wisconsin National Committee member, says he is not a candidate for vice president or any office and asks the Wisconsin delegation to support Gov Schofield. A letter suggested Payne’s name could be presented if he consented. The Philadelphia dispatch notes renewed Hanna Platt tensions risking a New York candidate selection.
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Philadelphia
Henry ¢. Payne
National Committee
Wisconsin
Schofield
Captain Goddard Likely Absent from Philadelphia Convention
Capt. F. Norton Goddard may miss the Philadelphia convention to supervise his contest against Charles A. Hess as a delegate from the Twelfth Congress District. He underwent an operation in a private East Twelfth Street hospital after a recent measles illness.
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F. Norton Goddard
Philadelphia
Charles A. Hess
Twelfth Congress
Chicago Electric Combine aims to force Chicago Edison sale
A Wall Street connected plan claims to launch a coercive campaign to force a sale of Chicago Edison. The group, tied to Whitney Elkins Brady Billings interests, seeks to consolidate electric and gas lighting in Chicago and later control surface traction and power distribution. The Ogden People's deal nearing settlement may allow Brady Billings to own Cosmopolitan Electric and its franchise.
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New York Times
Chicago
Wall Street
Chicago Edison Company
People’s Gaslight and Coke Company
Whitney-Elkins-Brady-Billings
Ogden People’s
Brady-Billings
People’s Gas and Union Traction
Cosmopolitan Electric Company
Richard Pond Shot in New Rochelle Mystery Case
Richard Pond of Pelham Manor was found in his brother Charles Pond’s home in New Rochelle with a pistol wound to the left lung. He is unconscious at the hospital with unclear circumstances and discredited self harm claims from friends. Charles Pond is linked to J P Morgan Co. None of the family details reveal a clear motive.
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New Rochelle
N. Y
Richard Pond
Pelham Manor
Pond
New York
Charles
J. P. Morgan & Co
Prominent California Resident John Lynch Dies by Suicide
John Lynch aged seventy five a well known California resident shot himself in Berkeley at his son John Lynch’s home where the son is Internal Revenue Collector for the Northern District. He left a letter saying he suffered from an incurable malady and during Reconstruction he served under President Grant in Louisiana and sat on the returning board during the Hayes Tilden contest.
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San Francisco
John Lynch
Berkely
California
Miner financier Samuel P. Ely dies in Paris at 75
Cable dispatch from Marquette, Michigan reports the death in Paris of Samuel P. Ely aged seventy five. Ely was a prominent figure from 1840s to 1880s in upper peninsula mines and railroads representing Boston interests in Marquette County. He organized the Minnesota Iron Company and the town of Ely in Minnesota bears his name. At his death he was involved with the Spanish American Iron Company owning mines near Santiago, Cuba.
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Marquette, Mich
Paris
Samuel P. Ely
Upper Peninsula
Colorful Kids Dresses At Low Prices In Variety
A catalog of children's wash dresses offers lawn designs from 87c to 5.21 with sizes 4 to 14 years. Madras and gingham options feature white pique yokes, and striped percale and polka dot blouses appear with sailor collars. White pique coats and sailor blouses shown as affordable outfits, with prices far below typical values.
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Madras
Boys Shoes From Ainex School Line For Boys
Ainex offers boys and little men school shoes in multiple styles and sizes. Prices range from 1.24 to 2.49 with options in satin calf black vici kid Russia calf box calf and patent leather. Sizes span 8 to 3 and beyond with English and bulldog lasts and different sole plans.
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Russia
Men’s Summer Footwear Sale Across Annex Styles
A footwear sale advertises men’s shoes from $2.99, with a range matching the usual $3.50 value. Featured items include Tan Russia Calf Oxfords, Tan Vici Kid and Black Vici Kid Oxfords, Leather Oxfords, Patent Leather Shoes, and Lace Shoes, all described with hand-sewn welts and various lasts and styles.
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Russia
Vici
Tan Russia
Money saved at our store proves value for decades
A promotional pitch urges shoppers to visit early to catch money-saving opportunities, claiming the store’s half century record of thrift. The copy emphasizes abundant bargains and urges forenoon shopping to maximize savings.
Baltimore Gas Combine Sparks Baltimore Control Move
A reported sale of a controlling interest in the Consolidated Gas Company of Baltimore to the United Electric Light and Power syndicate is described. Alexander Brown & Sons and Gen. F C Latrobe decline comment while Charles H Dickey Jr mobilizes stockholders in a management change. If confirmed the sale would put the electric company in charge of gas and electric lighting and street railways.
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New York Times
Baltimore
Consolidated Gas Company
United Electri¢ Light and Power Company
Alexander Brown
Brown & Sons
Gen. F. C. Latrobe
Charles H. Dickey, Jr
New York
Mr. Dickey
Emerson McMillan & Co
Chicago
Cleveland
Milwaukee
Boston
Electric Light Company
Electric Company
Mrs Juana McDonald Weds Wilbert E Andrews in Union Square
Miss Juana McDonald and Wilbert E Andrews of Mexico were married last night at the Everett House Union Square. Rev B C Warren officiated with bridesmaid Miss Josephine Ray Colvin of Brooklyn and best man Samuel Coulter of New York. They will reside in Mexico where Andrews works for the Mexican Central Railroad.
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Juana McDonald
Wilbert E. Andrews
Mexico
Everett House
Union Square
B. C. Warren
Union Methodist Episcopal Church
Josephine Ray Colvin
Brooklyn
Samuel Coulter
New York
Yesterdays Fires Chronicle Citywide Damages
A timeline of fires from midnight to midnight detailing locations across Manhattan and surrounding streets. Notable damages include the West Seventieth Street rail line area and Pier 55 East River with totals up to $1,000, while several addresses report minor damages and some instances show no damage.
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West Seventieth Street
New York Central and
Hudson River Railroad
Scannel Street
Myer & Weil
Chrystie
Peter Settigep Shiahem
City Hall Place
J. T. Gilmartin
East One Hundred and Ninth Street
H. L. Blair
Ninety-first Street
Cherry Street
S. Goldberg
Eighth Avenue
Lewis Wach
East Fifty-sixth Street
M. Dusket
Elizabeth Street
Manhattan Ac Company
IP. M
Madison Avenue
S. Schiff
Local Forecast and Temperature Readings for New York area
Fair, brisk northwest erly winds with local rains yesterday in the Middle and New England States. Unsettled weather expected for Middle and South Atlantic and East Gulf States while the lake regions to New England will be fair today. Maximum 81 degrees, minimum 63, barometer around 30.04 to 29.99 with humidity near 93 to 82.
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Middle
New England
Ohio Valley
Tennessee
Eastern States
Upper
Missouri Valley
Rocky Mountain Districts
North Pacific Coast
South Atlantic
East Gulf States
Mississippi Valley
Rocky Mountain
Middle Atlantic
NEW York Times
Weather Bureau
Times
Printing House Square
TAY Weather Bureau
Bears the Signature of TORIr 4. The Kind You Have Always Sought
A fragment reads like a vintage advertisement praising a product or brand, with emphasis on a familiar signature line and a promise of lasting quality. The incomplete text hints at a classic marketing tone aimed at trusted familiarity.
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Torir
Endeavorers cancel Sunday train for Boston convention
Chicago June 14 Endeavorers compel Nickel Plate West Shore and Boston and Albany lines to rework time cards to avoid a Sunday start for a 150 passenger special to the Society of Christian Endeavor convention in Boston. The train from Chicago was moved to depart at 12 01 Monday morning.
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New York Times
Chicago
Society of Christian Endeavor
Nickel Plate
West Shore
Boston
Albany
Here
Chile
Denison University earns large endowment boost and co education
Denison University graduated 21 boys at Granville as Gov Nash spoke. A note from Endowment Chairman Doane announced about 300 000 dollars added to the endowment with John D Rockefeller contributing 100 000 dollars on the condition that 150 000 dollars be raised elsewhere. The funding enables a new observatory gymnasium athletic park and chair of history. Shepardson College for Women merged with the university to form a co educational institution.
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New York Times
Newark
Ohio
Denison University
Granville
Denison
Shipping and Mails Schedule for June 15 16
Shipping and foreign mails details listed by date and route. Tables show sunrises and sunsets plus vessel departures to Catania Pernambuco Rio, Iroquois Charleston, Adirondack Inagua Haiti, Campania Liverpool and more. Transpacific routes to Hawaii China Japan and Australia are timed with close dates and the supplement mails policy.
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Pernambuco
Rio Janeiro
Hilarius
la Flata Coun
Iroquois
Charleston
Ctassade
Ydun
Progreso
Yu- Catan
Adirondack
Inagua
Haiti
Fortune Island
la Plata
British Empire
Antwerp
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Buffalo
Hull
Soeaee aGkhae
Campania
Liverpool
Turk’s Island
Hee
Hee Ldsgid Eivacadeseime Boge
Comas
Galveston
Werte Reaisome
Comus
New Orleans
Curityba
Matanzas
Cid
Ems
Naples
Ethiopia
Glasgow
Manitou
London
Eess
Marengo
Newcastle
Icaek
Mexico
Havana
McPherson
Manzanillo
Newton
Palatin
Hamburg
Peiwinesn
Spaarndam
Rotterdam
Trave
Cherbourg
Southampton
Advance
Colon
Algonquin
Peaceens
Joe DE
Kaiserin Maria Theresia
Bremen
Hawaii
China
Japan
Philippine Islands
San Francisco
Australia
West Australia
Europe
New Zealand
Fiji Islands
Vancouver
New York
Straw Hats in Annex Offerings at Reduced Prices
Men and boys straw hats advertised with multiple styles including rough-and-ready jumbo Mackinaw and shinker braid. Prices range from 99 cents to 1.99 dollars, undercutting competitors by substantial margins.
Negligee Shirts at Low Prices in Various Madras Styles
Wide selection of negligee shirts in fine madras cloth with laundered neckbands and cuffs. Sizes 14 to 17 offered at prices 89c to 1.99, plus imported madras variations and boys youths options. Men's night shirts in cambric priced at 69c to 1.19.
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Anderson
New York Times 100 Best Books Reviewed This Year
A roundup of notable books across history biography travel literature poetry art and fiction. Highlights include Dying Words on famous speech moments and Marvels of the Century on steam metallurgy electricity and photography with reviews of The Transvaal siege accounts and a sale of rare books noting a Second Folio fetched $620.
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George Iles
Ernest Ingersoll
Special notice urges advance paper orders to secure copies
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