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North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune

Location

North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1902

Page

3

Miss Million Or The Witch Of Monte Carlo Romance

Merrick intervenes as Count Leon tries to seize Constance on Lionel Villebois yacht. He defeats Leon, escorts Constance to safety, and later ferries her to her hotel. Constance expresses curiosity about Merrick, while he narrates a plan to disrupt Monte Carlo gambling. He is drawn to her despite danger and danger to his own heart.

Viti Count Leon Amile Merrick Sirocco Sahara Villebois Sir Lionel Jones Mark Merrick Misa Lionel France Russia John Lane Constance Leon Africa Mark Nice Ike Monte Carlo Eny Little Miss Millions Europe Moerrick Villebola

Monte Carlo Scene Hums With Euro Riches and Intrigue

Jones and Merrick arrive at Monte Carlo’s famed gaming rooms amid a glittering crowd. They observe famous figures, gamblers, and the alluring princess as the casino atmosphere buzzes with risk, charm, and potential plots against the famed traveler.

Jones and Merrick Plot a Bold Bank Raid at Monte Carlo

Jones and Merrick plan a daring casino operation in Monte Carlo and Monaco era settings. The narrative follows their watchful preparations amid crowds, cards, and danger as they weigh bold moves against grim odds.

Baden Baden Monaco Monte Carlo Jones Merrick Congance South Africa Bengal David Goliath Trente Et Quarante Quixote Europe

Count von Zeppelin’s Fall From Airship Fame

Count von Zeppelin who built the largest airships is ruined by failed experiments. He plans to dismantle his craft to sell aluminium. Once German embassy military attache in the U S during the Civil War and a cavalry raid leader in France in 1870, his career spans early aviation and war contributions.

Count von Zeppelin Zeppelin United States France

Airship Crosses the Sahara Feasibility Debate

In France a proposed Sahara crossing by balloon is debated as M Deburaux seeks funds to build a multi passenger airship. He claims Tunis to Niger travel is windwardly feasible and ready to test, but estimates a $160000 cost to construct and equip.

Sahara France M. Deburaux Tunis Niger

Bishop Sells Gold Enchariot For Charity In Austria

The bishop Theodore Kohn a philanthropic figure in Oimutz Austria offers his ornate gold chariot and eight horses for sale. The carriage has belonged to the bishopric for several hundred years to fund aid for the poor.

Philanthroaote Theodore Kohn Kialyop Oimutz Austria

National Bird of Guatemala Death to Captivity

A New York article discusses Guatemala's national emblem parrot known for its escape resistance and supposed ritual self death when captured. It notes the bird as a green tufted parrot with a long tail, living in forests away from towns, and describes native trapping with tree glue and the belief that parrots kill themselves rather than remain in captivity.

Republic of Guatemala Ths New York

Hat Thief Snags 60 Cent Prize at Charity Sale

A Philadelphia woman, chasing a bargain, swaps her hat for a 60 cent untrimmed hat at a charity sale. She pays with coins and slips away unnoticed while another shopper eyeing the original hat misses the switch. It ends with the thief escaping with the fashionable headpiece.

Philadelphia Hamed Ebhe

Gladstone Library near Hawarden nears completion

The Hawarden library, funded by national subscriptions to honor Mr. Gladstone, is rapidly finishing. It stands near the church on a hill overlooking the Dee estuary with nearly 26 000 books, two main halls, and an Aberdeen granite foundation stone inscribed to preserve Gladstone’s library and memory.

Gladstone Hawarden Dee Aberdeen William Ewart Gadstone Foundaon For New York Evening Post

Fool Eating In Bogs and Snails As Delicacies

A British Church meeting notes poverty drives girls to collect snails in bogs. Snails, euphemistically called wall fish, are boiled and eaten with pepper and bread. The piece cites antiquated beliefs on snails boosting wind, stamina, and lung health, citing Dr Bulleyn.

Church Pastoral and Society Snals Bulleyn Henry VII London Chronicle

Agreement Elevates Judgment in Public Discourse

A concise saying suggests that praising judgment is achieved by aligning with the speaker. It highlights how agreement signals approval and reinforces authority in discussions.

Elkhorn railroad progress signals September homestead draw

Laying steel on the Verdigris extension of the Fremont Elkhorn and Missouri Valley railroad advances. The Verdigris end reaches 416000 acres ready for 2600 free 160 acre homesteads. Bonesteel to host the drawing as plans aim for a September 22 opening and service soon after September 1. Three new Boyd county towns rise as rail line spurs growth.

Omaha Neb Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley Gregory County South Dakota Elkhorn Bonested Elkhorn Road Verdleria Buikhorn Boyd County Nebraska J. W. Forbes Bonestee Homesteader’s Guide Forbow Cials Washington Rosebud Forbes Hegory Boyd Niobrara Monowl Lynch Bristow Spencer Anoka Putte Butte Bonestool

John C. David Ends His Life in Lincoln

John C. David president of the Lincoln Paint and Color company, shot himself in the head with a .22 revolver. Officials cited mental strain from personal affairs as the motive.

Lincoln, Neb John C. David Lincoln Paint and Color Company

Lightning Strikes Church During Nevada Graduation

Lightning hit the First Methodist church in Odell during the 1902 high school graduation exercises. Several people were knocked unconscious but none seriously injured.

Odell Nev First Methodist

Elkhorn Roller Mills Destroyed by Fire

Elkhorn Nebraska June 11 a blaze totalled the Elkhorn roller mills causing about eight thousand dollars in loss with only minimal insurance. The mill belonged to Charles Cebly and dated back to 18h.

Roller Milla Elkhorn Neb Elkhorn Roller Mills Charles Ceblelp

Flood Loss Estimated at Fifty Thousand in Beatrice Area

Farm residents report grain losses around $50,000 due to a flood in Beatrice Nebraska. The river runs wide in many sections, and flood conditions disrupt local farming activities.

Beatrice Neb Farmore

Drowned while swimming near Lincoln

Hans Wolff fifth son of Emil Wolff of five miles east of Lincoln drowned in a pond formed by recent rains while swimming.

Lincoln, Neb Hans Wolff Emil Wolff Here

Lincoln Church Burned. damages eyed at six thousand

Lincoln Neb June 11 The Bible and Presbyterian church was damaged by fire with the cupola roof and fixtures burned away and repairs may exceed six thousand dollars. The loss is estimated at about six thousand dollars.

Iincoln Neb Presbyterian Church

Veteran Soldier Captain Herbert Dies in Beatrice

Captain J. W. Herbert a Civil War veteran of Beatrice Nebraska died suddenly of heart failure at age 77. Budding local leader and respected figure, he was noted for his long service and civic participation. His death came June 11 in Beatrice.

Beatrice Neb J. W. Herbert Thin City

Live Stock Market Reports From Omaha Cattle and Hogs

Cattle receipts fair with strong demand for quality beef and dry lot cattle. Beefs and street-fed calves sold quickly at higher prices, while croppers and feeders were limited with little change from yesterday. Hogs showed active bidding with record highs for the year, wholesale and packer grades selling wide. Sheep and lambs quoted with varied conditions across grades, with clipped stock bringing notable prices. Formation reflects strong overall market activity in cattle, hogs, and sheep segments.

Omaha Mt Stuf BMG Colorado

Market Report From Kankbas City Cattle and Sheep Prices

Mixed cattle values dominate the week with prime steers and dairy cows showing varied demand. Western fed steers and Texas sheep figures appear with several price ranges while stockers and feeders trade alongside mixed packers and local beef cattle markets.

Kankbas City Atranger Sim Mali Texas Calvon Jane Soo

President Roosevelt Attends West Point Review

President Roosevelt arrived at West Point at 10 o clock. A twenty one gun salute saluted him as cadets paraded before the barracks. Cadet Calvin Titus received a congress medal for scaling Pekin wall with Roosevelt pinning it on. A reception followed at Superintendent Mills quarters with many dressed guests and officials present.

West Point Roosevelt Calvin Titus Congress Pekin China Rivers Mills Milla Army Navy Odell Payne

Auctioneers Rule On Prefix Colonel In State Meet

Waterloo Ind June 12 The State Auctioneers association settled a rule on the title colonel The group adopted a motion that an auctioneer must cry 1 000 sales before earning the colonel prefix The discussion centered on loosening the use of military rank titles

Waterloo State

Death of Captain Allen in Oskaloosa

Captain L J Allen prominent in Grand Army of the Republic Pythian and Odd Fellows groups died here today from heart failure in Oskaloosa Iowa on June 12.

Allen Oskalooba L. J. Allen Grand Army of the Republic Pythian Odd

Washburn College elects Norman Mikss president

Former Lincoln pastor Norman Mikss was just elected president of Washburn College in Topeka Kansas. The announcement notes his prior service as a pastor in Lincoln.

Topeka Kan Norman Mikss Washburn College Lincoaln

Boston Banquet Set for July 24 in Honor of New England League

Henry Hollis of Concord New Hampshire secretary and treasurer of the New England Democratic league has arranged a dinner in Boston on July 24. Mayor Patrick A Collins will preside with speakers William J Bryan of Nebraska Senator Carmack of Tennessee and Tom L Johnston of Ohio confirmed.

Washington Henry Hollis Concord N. H New England Democratic League Boston Patrick A. Collins Hollie William J. Bryan Nebraska Senator Carmack Tennessee Tom L. Johton Ohio

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