Express Struck by Wreckers Near Redding
June 5 the south express on the South road leaving Redding dock wrecked near Clear miles from the city. The switch was opened by unknown persons in an apparent attempt to rob the car. Two engines and all coaches left the track, engineers J. M. Fireman Leffel perished, and passengers suffered injuries though none killed. Recovery work ongoing.
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South Express
Redding ‘Dock
J. M
Leffel
Iig
Reich
Mad disease outbreak reported in Ellsworth area town
June 5 report from a town near Olson Iowa describes multiple residents sick with hydro disease after a mad pet outbreak. First victim, taken to Chicago for treatment, while others including Severn Logan and Pearson are also sick. Local fear spreads as more cases are noted.
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City
Elieworth
Olson
Chicago
Severn
al Logan
Pearson
Lit
Ellsworth
Mare Island Navy Yard Debate on Abandonment and Relocation
A Senate committee member introduced an amendment to an appropriation bill proposing a commission to study the viability of abandoning Mare Island Navy Yard and locating a water navy yard elsewhere. The debate centers on strategic and budgetary implications for naval facilities.
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Mare Island Navy Yard
Hale
Naval Affairs
Murder accusation and trial testimony described
A fragment describes a court scene with James Sharp and James Hay, mentioning Mortensen as a murderer and a bloody trail found, with testimony unfolding in a courtroom setting. The readable text hints at a trial or legal proceedings and next-day remarks.
Prohibitionists Meet in Kansas Gather and Plan
Prohibitionists from Kansas assembled today to adopt resolutions and discuss actions. Chairman Mont Wil, state committee, led the meeting and outlined the path toward gubernatorial and legislative focus.
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Ps Prohibitionists
Kan
Prohibl- Kansas
Mont Wil
Volcano eruption disrupts travel and power supply
A volcanic eruption affects multiple regions causing flight delays and power outages. Officials report ash clouds visible from neighboring areas, with emergency services coordinating shelter and medical aid as the situation evolves. No further details on casualties or precise locations are available.
Grant for Kitchener Fifty Thousand Pounds
London June 5. In the Commons the government leader A J Balfour presented a royal message from King Edward proposing to grant Lord Kitchener £50,000 in recognition of eminent services. Irish nationalists John Dillon William Redmond and Swift MacNeill vow to oppose the grant at every stage. A resolution responding to the royal message will be discussed tomorrow.
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London
House of Commons
A. J. Balfour
Edward
Lord Kitchener
John Dylan
William Redmond
Swift MacNeill
His
Paris Deputies to duel after lobby altercation
In Paris on June 5 Deputies Millevoye and Rochimont have drawn seconds and will duel following an afternoon altercation in the parliamentary lobby. The incident prompted immediate arrangements for combat as tensions flared among lawmakers.
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Paris
Millevoye
Rochimont
Taft Commission Brings Gift to Pope in Rome Jubilee Visit
In Rome on June 5 the Taft commission met with Pope after a cordial audience. Taft presented Roosevelt's letter and a case of books, congratulating the pontiff on his jubilee and expressing hopes for benefit to both the church and the Filipino people. The Pope thanked them warmly and the party later met Cardinal.
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Rome
Taft
Philippines
Roosevelt
United States
Military Surgeons Open Eleventh Annual Meeting
President opened the eleventh annual meeting of the Association of Military Surgeons in Washington at the national theater. He praised doctors who serve as soldiers and physicians and urged close study of the scientific side of their work. Attending were the secretaries of the Navy Army and the Treasury and Army Surgeon General Sternburg.
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Washington
Association of Military Surgeons
National Theater
Navy War
the Treasury
Army
Sternburg
Traveling Freight Agents Convene in Indianapolis
The National Association of Traveling Freight Agents holds its annual convention in Indianapolis with attendees from major U.S. and Canadian railroads. The meeting spans several days, featuring business sessions and entertainment arranged by the Indianapolis Commercial Club.
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Indianapolis
Ind
National Association of Traveling Freight Agents
United States
Canada
Indianapolis Commercial Club
Ruth and the Senator Tale of a Deaf Mute Baby
Report recalls how rumors that Ruth Cleveland was deaf and mute arose after her birth. General Wade Hampton recounts a scene at the White House where the toddler, two years old, gestured and said “Go, now” as the elevator arrived, refuting the charge.
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Ruth Cleveland
White House
Wade Hampton
Onliy
Ruth
General Hampton
New York
Chamberlain Wins Governor Race After Shifting Returns
Late returns favored Furnish briefly but by afternoon Chamberlain led, with The Oregonian conceding 300 to 400 and The Journal confirming about 404 votes statewide. Multnomah County gave Chamberlain a 762 margin as locals watched tense updates and corrections from Umatilla and Union counties swung totals.
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Portland
Chamberlain
Oregonian
The
Journal
Multnomah County
Umatilla
Union County
Furnish
Scott
Betting Frenzy as Final Count Looms in Chamberlain Match
Heavy wagering marked the day with scores of bets on the Chamberlain game. Reporters note immense sums changing hands, and optimism grows that the final tally will favor Chamberlain, a sentiment shared by many observers.
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Chamberlain
Chamberlain Leads In Close Portland Race
Election returns from back country districts heightened the suspense in Portland as Furnish briefly led by 142 votes due to faulty reports. In the latest tallies Chamberlain still remains in the race, keeping the contest undecided.
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Portland
Chamberlain
Unreported Lake and Curry Returns Could Decide Governor Race
The outcome hinges on Lake and Curry counties not yet counted. In 1898 Geer led by 149 with Curry at 58 and Lake at 119. If these counties favor Furnish less than Geer did, Chamberlain wins. if Pendleton gains, he defeats Chamberlain by a narrow margin.
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Lake
Curry
Geer
Furnish
Chamberlain
Pendleton Man
Chamberlain Leads As Returns Narrow Statewide Lead
Portland dispatch shows Chamberlain's majority reduced to 240 with partial returns from all counties. Republicans appear ready to concede defeat but have not issued an official statement.
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Portland
Chamberlain
New York Wheat Market Report June 6
Market dull with futures near yesterday close. Liver pool up 6 10 percent. New York open 78.5, touched 78, closed 78. Chicago opens 72, closes 71.5. Stocks lower. Wheat quotes also listed for San Francisco and Chicago with December prices noted.
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I. L. Ray & Co
Pendleton
Chicago Board of Trade
New York Stock Exchange
New York
Liverpool
Chicago
Tis
St. Paul
Union Pacific
San Francisco
Volcanos on Canal Route Spark Senate Map Debate
Senator Hanna displayed a map in Washington showing 39 active or extinct volcanoes within 100 miles of the proposed Nicaraguan route, contrasting with the Panama route which has no craters. The fear of volcanos was used to argue against the Nicaraguan path and in favor of the Panama route.
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Panama
Washington
Morgan
Htanna
Senate
Balliet case goes to jury after stock sale details
Des Moines June 6 jury instructions note Balliet received 220000 from White Swan stock with 2000 unexplained. Balliet’s counsel says enemies have used the government as a tool for revenge and hounded him.
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Des Moines
Balliet
White Swan
Balllet
Non-Union Boiler Makers at Santa Fe Shops
In Los Angeles on June 5 the Santa Fe shops began with an imported east force of boiler makers under guard. Strikers foresee no violence but anticipate a system wide general strike. San Bernardino sees much excitement as hundreds of idle men roam streets.
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Los Angeles
Santa Fe
San Barnardino
Cervera Near Escape Reveals Dual Engine System
In a June Engineering Magazine article, W. M. McFarland discusses a two shaft engine design used on the New York Brooklyn Blake and Blenheim. The system powers half engines at cruising, switching to full upon demand. It offered economy but required time to couple shafts, influencing decisions during the Santiago battle.
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U. S
New York
Brooklyn
H. M
Blake and Blenheim
Santiago
Cerevera
W. M. McFarland
Ae¢ Engineering Magazine
Chamberlain Gains Lead in Oregon Governorship Race
The Oregonian reports Chamberlain leads by at least 200 votes after county tallies update this morning. Corrections show Chamberlain running ahead in numerous counties, disproving earlier claims of a 10 vote edge. Officials recount is underway and both parties seek discrepancies while focusing on the top ticket.
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Chamberlain
Oregonian
Scare in Oregon as late returns tighten governor race
Portland reports corrected returns show Chamberlain ahead by ten votes for governor with Curry Grant Malheur and Lake counties still outstanding. Legislature leans Republican with 24 Senate and 48 House Republicans. Multnomah County shows narrow wins for Mc Dowell and Werlien, while Chamberlain trails by 496 in Multnomah and Williamson leads by 4760.
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Portland
Oregonian
Chamberlain
Furnley
Curry
Grant
Malheur
Lake
Geer
Senate
House
Multnomah County
Citizens
Charles E. McDowell
J. E. Werlien
Multnomah
Williamson
Congress
Strike settlement ends yard strife with wage gains
Chicago June 6 report says strike settlement practically a victory for the men. Cart drivers paid 18 cents an hour, single wagons 20 cents, two-horse teams 22 1/2, four-horse 27 1/2, six-horse 30. Strikers reinstated without prejudice. Labor Day work halted. Packers refuse to hire only union men but end discriminatory practice. Rejoicing follows end to riot boycotts and unrest.
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Chicago
Packers
Treamsters
Grand Pacific Hotel
Chery
Joe
Haw Bee
Miners Strike in Anthracite Region Expands
Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania June 5 more women engineers and pump men have joined the strike of the anthracite miners and the leaders claim victories over the operators. Operators import nonunion workers but many are persuaded to return home. Isolated attacks on nonunion men are reported regionwide. At Lykens miners halted the workers and deputies were dispatched to maintain order.
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Wilkesbarre
Lykens
Coal Dealers of Ohio Begin Mackinac Trip to Duluth
Members of the Coal Dealers Association of Ohio met in Toledo and embarked on the Mackinac chartered for a round trip to Duluth. The annual convention will occur during the voyage with business sessions aboard the ship rather than in a hotel. Many members travel with wives and families aboard.
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Toledo
Coal Dealers” Association of Ohio
Mackinac
Duluth
A Bloody Board Bill Ends in Triple Tragedy
In Philadelphia on June 4 Oscar Webb shot and killed his wife her elderly mother and Julia Waller after she demanded $5 owed for board. He then killed himself. All victims and the killer were Black.
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Philadelphia
Oscar Webb
Julia Waller
Flowers Die When Women Wear Them, Claims Florist
A Philadelphia Record item reports a florist claiming some women’s contact with flowers kills them. He recounts customers noting violets dying after being worn by wives and cites clerks and personal anecdotes of roses harmed by contact with certain women.
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Gonian
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Hanna
Nicaragua
Cervera
Ohio Coal Dealers
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