Virginia Congress and appointments to rail service
A Virginia desk note from Washington reports the long vacancy in the assistant superintendent of railway rail service is near ending with Matabaran T Myers of Edmond to be appointed. It notes political timing, prior delays, and current Senate considerations as Congress resumes work after the holidays.
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L. T. Myers
Virginian Bureau
Washington
Maatibaaran T. Myers
Sie
Air Myers
Chenernl
Aemenit Ito
Ollee
Mr. Myers
Ton
George Dr. Wise
Mr Myers
Mr. Cleveland
U S Treasury bond sale notice and violent crime item
The Treasury announces sealed bids for 200 million dollars of 30 year U S bonds to be delivered on the 6th of February with 4 percent interest, payment options outlined. Separately Calvin fatally shoots Murphy after a dispute at 198 DeLoss Street, Murphy returning fire as Calvin dies. police classify as likely temporary insanity. A schooner Lena Nelson wrecked near Vineyard Haven with crew rescued two days later.
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Washington
Carylisle
Treasury Department
Viner
United States
Unry
Ted
Eed
ISO
Atlentes
Winshington
New Yorks
Hineton
China
Chicwen
St. Louis
New Oreleans
Srey Frineleto
New York
MUSE
Cenery
Hoythine
Carlile
Prensuiry
Lena Nelson
Turks Island
Jennie Stubbs
Lore
Wilmington
SN. U
Cape Cawtion
Iamber
Cnyvens Leland
Eaphain
Turk's Istana
Aged Father as Candidate in Local Office
The speaker recalls gossip about her father’s past as a candidate. An elder woman notes he held a political office, while a young relative questions which office. The uncle and neighbors remember him, though the speaker lacks a clear memory of the exact role.
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Mars John
Coventry captain dies from Boer War wounds
The Colonial Office reports that Hon. Charles Coventry, captain in Bechuanaland, died from wounds received in action during the Boer War between Boers and followers of Dr. Jameson. He was a brother of the Earl of Coventry.
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Londo
Colonial
Omers
Charles Coventry
Bechuamiland
Earl of Coventry
Jameson
Burning the Cane Victors-Condlucting War On Women
Rebels tighten grip in Havana province as troops press toward Santa Chara. Civilians and guards reported skirmishes near Lavine and San Thelipe. authorities claim surrounding insurgents and moving prisoners to Las Villas. Reports note transports, prison holds, and ongoing efforts to halt rebel lines amid deteriorating transport routes.
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Haavana
Santa Chara
Havana
Minar Delio
Hatinbano
Dlavana
Pedyes
Pinay del Rio
Eerstre
Bow Hess
Lavine Ie
Po Quny
Chen Ben Sabu
Manuel
Momawamilia
Hoplnes
Weola
Vienna
Maggie
Cranapnes
Muide
Bousar
Peaple
Vanechets
Westie Ceneral Canelias
TanGannie
Ramon de la
Orien
Principe
Las Villas
Maxime Goan
Hana
Fred Phon
Buen
Gomes
Gomes That No Defense of the Town Wes Faerstate
Oulylenh
Doran
San Pelipe
Covenar Cette
Salvador
Julia
San Augustin
Morecetita
Santa "Porosa
Memoria
Miposa
Madrid
Stan
Moehoehh
Cube
Navarro Nas
Chen
Ely Eles
Ely Eles Marshal Compas
Erin
Marweua
Hevana
Robelon Eases
Senate in Convenes Amid Sworn-Ins and Policy Delays
Washington January 6 The Senate not in session today focuses on southern wing legislative matters amid protests and speeches. Unanimous consent requested by Senator Brooke centers on a billion dollar issue while names and appointments trigger debate.
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Washington
House
Senate
Capitol
Herve
Broilovtels
Utah
New Ly
Choverthier
Tite
William I Wolken
Weal
Virginia
Smithsonian
Senate Silver Currency Plan Debated in Finance Committee
Washington, Jain. The Senate Committee On Finance met at 8 o clock to discuss a proposed bill establishing a free and united coinage for silver with a 16 to 1 ratio and redeeming Treasury notes for greenbacks or silver. The measure faced opposition from some members and was vetoed by others, with the report sent to the Senate for further action.
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Washington
Jain
Senate Committee On
Open loud Iaoo Sonpinsken Baltiwon Dealers in New York
Unclear OCR text describes state actions on gold bonds and bond syndicate activity. Mentions Morgan syndicate ready to buy ten bonds at an agreed price and provide the bond business. References to Morena Co office and bond positions. Describes a meeting of Claying- tense Lean Conon py and applications status. Mentions miners and certificates, with widespread confusion in the report.
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York
Jan
Loipueailite
Bankere
Bom Ieee
Morgan Sypieonte
Proton
Vine Wiey
Cuerdele
Univer
Morena & Co
Syadiente
Train Wreck Injures Several as Freight Car Door Left Open
A collision on the line caused by an open freight door led to a wreck near Greenfield. Fireman J. J. Fox and postal clerk Greenfield were among those injured lightly, while express passengers were shaken but not seriously harmed. Conductor Tom Brown and freight handler Heardershot were cited in the incident report.
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Hiltleothe
Ono
Orbe Aids
J. J. Fox
OM Alieaiter
Ah Laoveysured
Estat
Oof
Greenfield
Tate
Iain Penh Pines
Condieto Tom Brown
Thierity
Condietoy Heardershot
German Finance Group Rejects U S Loan Participation
The Deutsche Mank group declined to join a portion of the new American loan after learning the proceeds would fund a U S home project. They warned German banks cannot partake and noted Germans avoid terms in their market, with a 4 percent loan offering at 10s.
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Torlin
Fam. i
Deutsche Mank Group
Seerary Carel
Los
Rave
Cernan
Germany
Democrats Seek to Expel as Senate Votes Loom
Ti for Tne Frankfort Wy Jan 6 Democrats plan to expel a member as Republicans press their claim. If the move fails a Democratic absence may block a joint assembly, risking the election of a United States Senator.
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Frankfort, Wy
Senate
Merlyes
Joint Assembly
United States
Land of the Boers Crisis Swoops Cape Town Armies Rush
A chaotic wires report from New York and London describes Boer resistance near Johannesburg and Pretoria with British troops massing in Cape Town. Joneson and Tsomen are reportedly in Boer custody as 1,200 troops leave to bolster operations while the Victoria transports more soldiers home. The British government denies orders for immediate Cape deployment amid conflicting signals from officials and press commentary.
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New York
Poredeen Ovnee Hanes
Suypreaediies
Decidathon
Maihorio
Joneson
Tsomen
Cape Town
Cathay
London
Woriarepyentes
Jamesons
Joneses
Dbps
Johannesbures
Hia
Free State
German East
Tamneson
Winkfontoln
Johannesburg
Jesultory
Jaimeeon
Taavieson
Taanesor
Pune
Jose H Chamberlain
G. J. Gosehen
An Ialy
Wne
Wellesley
Kithel
Cape Colony
Tombay
Cape
Hombaw
Victoria
Phat Ple
Cpe
Ashantee
Om Bay
Binnie
Tan
Uitlanders
Mowdey
Bonator Ory
Delo
Eva
Wesel
Lanny Spo FM
Weltiedion
Orbesh
Tae
Bani
Bnet
Amlees
Newry
the Chronicle
Sallybury
Uhanitertada
Heavwy
American opinion on British World War stress in London
An American correspondent reports London opinion on Britain’s wartime stance, noting strong support for timely harmony with the United States. Widespread favorable views appear in tribunes and editorials urging a prudent, unified approach to international concerns.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Washington
Todig
Horning
Maghead
New York Sun
Trilmine
the Tribune
Agincourt
Tasey
Trafaliar
Great Britain
Westminster
German Emperor Promises Recognition of Transvaal Independence
Berlin January 6 The Emperor granted an audience to Dr Leyds South African Republic secretary of state. He pledged protection and promised recognition of Transvaal independence by appointing a German consul in Pretoria and acknowledging the alliance with the South African Republic. The foreign minister was not present at this irregular interview.
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Berlin
Jan
Dr. Leyd
South African Republic
Transvaal
Taron Maarsehall von Bierberstein
Pprelen
Bertin
Han- Pere Avi Penn
Tes
Gerrard
Pretoria
Conciliatory English Press on Wes Crone Town Transport
The Gant News reports a decision to ship 1,200 crop items home from Osibay by transport via Vi etority, with plans tied to a convoy out of Crone Town. President Cleveland faces congressional pressure for financial prudence while The Daily News may shift to Agnes for next week’s coverage.
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Gant
Crone
Iosibay
Vietority
Ute Tawi
Sagi
Leva Y Dmvniidea
Chostone
Interview quotes ex Premier on Triunval crisis stance
The Ganlots publishes more of an interview with ex Premier Hiber. He states it would not be a dignified matter for Cor Pnghad to emerge from the Triunsvaal crisis. He says the British Government has been clear from the start and ready to cope with any eventuality.
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Panis Din
The
Ganlots
Hiber
Augusta and Savannah Road Directors Elected and Reorganization Mentioned
Officers Pinedo Bavannah Jan Augnam and Savannoih stockholders elected A H Lawton George S Owens Frank H H Miker William W Thomas Joseph D Weed Frank S Lathrop Henry H Hut and General A R Lawton as directors. Lawton was re elected president. The Augusta and Savannah road has since the reorganization of the Central been released to the Central of Georgia.
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Bavannah
Jan
Augnam and Savannoih Coilroad
A. FH. Lawton
George S. Owens
Prank HH. Miker
Wiliam W. Thomas
Joseph D. Weed
Prank
Lathrop
Henry H. Hut
General A
TR. Lawton
Augusta and Savannah Road
Central
Peorgia
Navy cites possible naval show of force against Turkey
Reported orders seal for immediate deployment of New York and possibly two other ships from Admiral Burne e s squadron to Gibraltar or the Mediterranean as a warning over Turkish demands. Amphi trighter Charlest on sails to Key West to relieve Cincinnati. Texas to be inspected and repaired at Norfolk. Treasury funds show withdrawals and planned new bond issue terms under Mourgan syndicate.
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Lire
T Wis
Buri
Pernies
Hoomajortey
Washington
Jang
New York
Admiral Burnee
Hampton Roads
Gibraltar
Perrell
Porte
Terrell
Penchys
Mediterranean
Coast Defence
Amphi
Charleston
Key West
Cincinati
Navy Department
New York Navy Yard
Texas
Atth
Norfolk Navy Yard
Board of Survey
Coldest New England Morning As Thermometer Dips Below Zero
The Weather Bureau reports a bitter start to January in Boston and northern New England with temperatures from 1 to 24 degrees below zero. Cities listed include Manchester New Hampshire Norwich Vermont Bangor Maine Hudson and Haverhill Mass Portland Maine with several readings under zero.
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New England
Boston
Mass
Weather Bureau
Nfanover
N. H
Norwich
Bangor
Hudson
Haverhill
Portland
Two Die in Wheaton Fire Near Chicago
A Wheaton Illinois blaze claimed two lives and injured one man, destroying two houses and their contents. Firefighters faced collapse danger as several men were crushed under a falling chimney. The deceased were Albert Grant, a carpenter, and Arthur Vernon, a Chicago publishing house employee.
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Chicago
Wheaton
Tia
Albert Grant
Arthur Vernon
Kilpatrick Opens Nude Life Classes for Men January 8
Painter Kilpatrick, pupil of Carolus Duran, announces day, costume, and night nude life classes for men beginning January 8 at his studio in the Talbot building on Main Street. Applications invited. equipment available.
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Kilpatrick
Carolus Duran
Talbot Building
Main Street
Coal-eyed Sale Ad Promises Deep Discounts
Local advertisement touts daily price cuts on clothing for children and adults. Wool shirt waists for boys drop from 1 to 50 cents, men’s shirts from 60 cents to lower, plus merino and wool underwear at half price. Hose prices listed with several broken sizes. Copy ends with a call to visit the seller for savings.
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Ry Acbaund
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