Altgeld Dead After Joliet Mass Meeting
Former Illinois governor John P. Altgeld died in Joliet at Hotel Monroe at 7 03 am after fainting on stage during a pro beer rally. Darrow took charge of the body. No post mortem. embalming planned and remains to Chicago. Mrs Altgeld prostrated, proclamation urged flags at half mast and business suspensions during funeral.
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Joliet
John P. Altgeld
Hotel Monroe
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Joliet Theater
Chicago
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Springfield
Northcott
Yates
Charleston
D. C
Illinois
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Hed
Prussia
New York
Charles
Manhattan College
Catholic Church of America
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Paterson
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St. Paul
Minn
Helena
Mont
Dispatch
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Montana
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company
Montana State Baseball League
Northwest
Altgeld Dies After Cerebral Hemorrhage in Joliet
Ex Governor John Altgeld fell ill during a Joliet appearance amid a stomach ailment and overexertion. He was carried to the Hotel Monroe as physicians battled to revive him after hours of collapse. He died, with post mortem talks of brain trouble and a lengthy illness noted by friends and doctors.
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Gigbo Savings Bank
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Rory
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Altzeld
Thich Cvac
Friends of Humanity
Yates
South Africa
America
Paunceforee
Ariiah
Washington
Lord Auncefore
Pauncefote
Altecht
Lond
Europe
Coba
England
House Doorkeeper Passes in Washington
Washington March 12 Doorkeeper Glenn of the House of Representatives died at 3 10 PM from acute inflammation of the ines He was a resident of New York.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Glenn
House of Representatives
Newyork
Kruger Hopes for Boer Victory and Independence
Former President Paul Kruger dispatches from Utrecht through The American and Journal praising Delarey’s victory as a sign of eventual Boer triumph. He urges England to recognize the Transvaal republics and restore independence to avoid further bloodshed and cost, viewing it as in England’s interest to keep the Boers as friendly neighbors.
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New York
Utrecht
Paul Kruger
American and Journal
Delarecy
Botha
Daniel
Lionsmen
England
Transvaal
Waldersee Delays US Trip for a Year
Count von Waldersee has postponed his journeys to the United States for a year. A Berlin dispatch reports the postponement amid rumors that Countess von Waldersee fears for her husband’s health after recent events involving Prince Henry. The delay also follows lingering fears among pro German circles that heated reception may be risky.
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Associated Press
New York
Count von Waldersee
United States
Berlin
Countess von Waldersee
Prince Henry
Former Oshkosh Resident Died in Chicago
Mrs F P Elliotts a former Oshkosh resident died Monday evening at her Chicago home. Her remains will be brought to Oshkosh at 7 18 o clock over the Chicago North Western and taken to the home of her sister Mrs William Grady 137 Broad Street. Survived by husband mother sisters Mrs William Grady Mrs Jeanie Conroy and Mr F C Redfield two brothers from Waupaca and Royalton J H Conmy. Others accompanied the remains to Chicago.
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F. P. Elliottsa
Oshkosh
Chicago
Wiliam Grady
Conroy
Shree
William Grady
Jeanie Conroy
Aire F
Redfield
Waupacaina Brothers
Conmy
Royalton
Mire Jennie Cansay
Cfiz
Thompson Arrested After Confession of Shortage
Charles D. Thompson, former supreme finance keeper of the supreme tent Konight of the Maccabee, confessed to a shortage of $57.00 and was arraigned in Port Huron. Authorities filed a sworn complaint today as the case proceeds.
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Huron
Mich
Charles D. Thompson
Supreme Finance
Supreme Tent
Konight
The
Maccabee
Sher Maines
Robbers' Big Haul Stolen From Townville Bank
In Townville, Pennsylvania last night burglars forced open the Farmers' Bank vault and stole between 700 and 6000 dollars. About 50 dollars were in bills, 190 in gold, and the remainder in silver, with no arrests yet and no clue to the robbers.
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Associated Frees
Thissevile
Marth
Farmers’ Bank of
Townville
Ship Subsidy Bill and Senate Actions Report
A compilation from Washington reports Wisconsin industry metrics, political moves on the Isthmian canal via Nicaragua, a war department transport inquiry to the Senate, and a French invitation to Lafayette related ceremonies. Senate passes ship subsidy related measures and House debates census reform provisions and conferees’ handling of section five amid claims of deception and clarification by conferees.
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Apcoctatet Press
Washington
DE. C
Senate Committee On
Senate
Washington, D. C
Rawlins
Utah
Secretary of War
Carpenter
Maus
United States
Philippines
Cuslom
Committee On Foreign Relations
France
Count. de Rochambeau
Hoar
Massachusetts
Marquis de Lafayette
Lafayette
Funston in Chicago Enjoys Banquet and Theater
General Funston's Chicago visit continues amid rain with a banquet at Marguerite club, a tour of army HQ, a stop at stockyards, and a reception at prere club. He plans to attend Studebaker theater for George Ade's Sultan of Sulu and an event at the Chicago Yacht Club tonight.
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Marguetie Club
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Army
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Prere Club
Studebaker
George Ade
Chicago Yacht Club
Miller Is President of Heidelberg University
Rev. Charles E. Miller D D was elected president of Heidelberg University with Rev. J A Peters noted deceased as vice president. The new president previously served as a professor at the Heidelberg theological seminary and is described as being fifty five years old.
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Frexs Tiffin
Charles E. Miller
Ban Coren
Heidelberg University
J. A. Peters
Heidelberg Therlacical Seminary
Shiris
King Charles Shirt Auctioned at Covent Garden
The shirt worn by Charles I to the scaffold was auctioned for 3 guineas at Covent Garden, reported by the London correspondent of The Tribune.
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New York
Charles T
Covent Garden
London
Taft Condition Declared Entirely Favorable After Operation
Cincinnati March 12 The condition of W H Taft governor of the Philippines who underwent a serious operation yesterday was reported entirely favorable.
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Associated Press
Cincinnati
W. H. Taft
The
Philippines
Natural Gas Explosions Injure Several in Peru
Two natural gas explosions early March 12 in Peru Indiana wrecked two buildings and injured six people. Frank Kiley and several relatives including Frank Kiley Jr James Kiley Fridget Kiley Mia John Hayes and a baby survived with injuries. Mrs Hayes occupied the first building. the blast sent the family to the porch where a second explosion struck, tossing them into the yard. The elder Riley was found buried in debris.
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Peru
Ind
Mare
Frank Kiley
Frank Kiley Jr
James Kiley
Fridget Kiley
Mia
John Hayes
Baby
Hayes
Kiey
Riley
Store Robbery in Appleton Ends with Theft
Two masked men robbed a Appleton grocery run by Theresa Eckhardt last night. They demanded money under threat of violence, found little cash, and fled before police could catch them. William Schivetter was forced to surrender his money at gunpoint. Police pursue a lead as investigators search for suspects.
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Wis
Mire
Theresa Eckhardt
William Schivetter
Eckhardt
County Board to Decide Will Appoint Poor Farm Superintendent
The Winnebago County Board moves to consider the legality and salary of Charles A. Appley as superintendent of the county poor farm and poor house. The county committee reports the trustees lacked authority to set an $800 salary, urging payment of $1,000 via monthly installments, with future consideration set for Friday at ten.
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Committee On Poor and Poor Farm
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County Asylum
Poor Farm
Asylum
F. C
C. D. Jackson
Committee On Poor and Poor
Winnebago County
Charles A. Appley
J. 3. Fish
M. J. Rounds
Vile Creek
Brewery Combine Revival Hinted After Collapse
A La Crosse dispatch reports rumors that the Brewers Combine, once formed to back a Monteur brewery, may be revived. The joint venture, led by the firm believed to be C. and J. Michel Co., faltered after the man involved fell through.
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Wis
la Crosse
Saye
Moneter
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Alchdrex
Battles in China report shows scattered engagements
AP dispatch from St Peters tare notes ongoing clashes between Renesian and Tanguss forces in Mancharla Morne over the past two months. Several bands of Tanguss fighters, long entrenched, have been dispersed, with many riders killed or wounded. Russian casualties reported as light.
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Associated Press
St. Peterstare
Renesian Traps
Tanguss
Mancharla Morne
Mantha
Jala- Inc
120000 Men Idle as Boston Strike Expands to New Areas
The Boston and New York Central rail systems face a broad freight and labor disruption as 120000 workers idle. Freight handlers, longshoremen, and warehouse staff join a widening walkout, with docks and ships blocked and carriers unable to move goods. Officials seek a settlement, but talks with Governor Crane and railroad leaders yield no immediate resolution.
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Washington
Hon
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M. A. Hanna
Boston and Maine
Northern Pacific
Butte
Mont
Missoula
Law
Almbdrert
Jax
Illinois
Proria
United Mine
Millions of Eggs Flood New York Markets
News from New York states over 6,000,000 eggs were received Tuesday mostly from the west. Prices fell to seventeen cents per dozen, down from thirty-seven cents two weeks earlier. Demand remains, yet sellers do not anticipate further declines as winter surplus stock and cold storage affect supply and price.
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Wweat
Steamer City of Providence Sunk at Watts Bend
News from Vicksburg reports the steamer City of Providence sunk at Watts Bend. An engineer and a clerk drowned, with about fifteen or sixteen enslaved people reported among the casualties. No further details available as of the afternoon report. The steamer St. Joseph is due to arrive later and may bring full developments.
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Vickuburg
Mies
City of Providence
Watts Bend
St. Joseph
Kaukauna Suit Victory and Rail Talk Dominates Kaukauna News
Kaukauna Electric Light Company won a circuit court suit against the city over unpaid bills dating two years at 233 dollars monthly with interest, a decision reversed in the supreme court. The Business Men's association held a session on rail expansion to Kaukauna, urging more lines to boost traffic and connect Fox River mills. Several prominent locals attended, including railroad officials and business leaders. Mr. Thilmany and daughter depart for Los Angeles for a two month vacation. he leads Thilmany Paper and Pulp company.
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Supreme Court
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Business Men's Association
Wisconsin Central
Milwaukee
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Kau'Kauna
Fox River
Locks
Kimberly
Holcomb
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Ap- Meton
Hotel Brothers
W. H. Holcomb
W. A. Conkey
C.S. Dickens
Two Deaths Reported in Local Area
Mrs Sippl wife of John Sippl dies after stomach cancer at seven Parlee tire age form ning years. husband and five children survive. Funeral Friday nine from St Vincent church. Mrs Schindel wife of Marvin Schindel of M6 Soccerh erect dies this morning at age 33. funeral Saturday at 10 from the real p terme and 2 pm from Eighth Street Lutheran church.
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Charlotte Seniniel
Marvin Senindel
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Wisconsin German Catholic Benevolent societies Biennial May Convention
The eighth biennial Wisconsin German Catholic Benevolent societies convention will draw over 20,000 attendees to Oshkosh over four days in May. Activities include receptions, high mass at St. Vincent's, open meetings, parades, prize essays, concerts, and a Lake Winnebago outing. The Young Men's German Catholic societies join for a double event with sessions at Co. Rearmory and Badger club hall.
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Societien
Nedger Club
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Mer- Hittreet
St. Vincent's Church
Oreton Street
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St. Vincent’s Church
Ochkosh
Badger Club
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Co. B Armory
Lake Winnebago
Compromise talks on Cuban reciprocity near in House
In Washington on March 12 Republicans discuss a compromise on Cuban reciprocity with a twenty percent cut for four years. Three members from each side will meet to consider terms as debate continues amid leadership maneuvers over beet sugar and adjournment plans.
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Washington, D. C
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Hnd Means
Payne
Datzell
Cannon
Wiliam Alden Smith
Washington
Henderson
Roosevelt
Raventy-ning
Aixty-One
Littlefield
Maine
Onra
Trial of a Pinkerton detective in Menasha
Peter Jonson claiming to be a Pinkerton detective faces trial before Justice Bradley on charges of carrying concealed weapons during a strike. District Attorney Jackson prosecutes. Henry Fitzeibbon defends. The case draws striker interest as tensions rise.
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Menisha
Peter* Jonson
Pinkerton
Justee Bradley
Johnson
Jackson
Henry Fitzeibbon
Wisconsin Photographers Elect Officials in Milwaukee Meeting
The Wisconsin Photographers association re elected all existing officers. Henry S Mier of Fond du Lac is named president. Milwaukee chosen as next meeting site in 194 year. The program features a demonstration in light photography and posing.
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Milwaukee
Whs
Wisconsin Photographers’ Association
Henry S. Mier
Fond du Lac
Oshkosh High School Captain Resigns Track Lead
Jay Daric resigns as Oshkosh High School track captain. Emil Osta elected to vacancy. Berlin High School H. Kansen values a meet with Oshkosh to be arranged. Rev EH Smith to speak at First Congregational Church on The Angel of Inspiration. Baptism rite offered during midweek service. Wards’ improvement committee meets at city hall. Funeral for Mrs Ann C Lawe of Utica set for Friday evening.
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Oshkosh High School
Emil Osta
H. 3. Kansen
Berlin Hich School
Erittcea
Nitio Phillips
Athletic Association
Oshkien
EH. Smith
Mumane
FL J. Wiikle
Ann C. Lawe
Utica
Herrieter
Wherler
Eighteenth Street
Aloe
Threatening Toxicat Incident Reported in Wisconsin Town
A brief local notice describes a threatening incident involving a toxic cat in a Wisconsin town. The report notes unsettling behavior, a possible burnished weather effect, and ongoing concerns about safety and community response. Authorities urged residents to remain cautious as investigations continue.
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