The Yukon River Opens for Steamers and More
News briefs report the Yukon River opening to navigation for steamers in May. Secretary Long gains favor as Republican vice presidential candidate potential, with Philadelphia nomination set for June 18. Additional items cover Manila’s funding of the Filipino junta, German arms for insurgents, Japanese laborers in Victoria and New England mills, a Yokohama fire, South African war dynamics, wool fraud cases, Harvard beating Yale in dual games, and a Montana murder suicide connected to a divorce dispute.
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New York
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Yokohama
Fukin
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South Africa
Kroonstad
Special Treasury
Rcent
Paton
Lawrence
Sretol
Boeton
Harvard
Yale
Cambridge
Mass
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Shy Felis
Charles Pankkien
Butte
Montana
Alexander Tate
Obituaries and notices from Pacific Northwest news
A batch of brief obituaries and notices from Pacific Northwest sources reports James H. Lindsay of Klamath County dies at 74 at Altamont after a respected life. Tacoma railroad accident kills Conductor T. W. Barry between coal cars. Sam Sweeney, Pacific County pioneer, dies after paralytic stroke at 74. A. T. Case, former Tagore postmaster, dies near apoplexy. Moody secures pension for Jaco J. Bina of The Dalles. Morrow County sheep move to summer range in Blue Mountains. many heading toward Wyoming. State Horticultural Inspector McPherson destroys old fruit trees in Clearwater valley and uses poison to kill Ban Jose wale. Senator McBride proposes a bill to provide Civil War veterans $100 annually for care. indigo war veterans and Philippines and Spanish-American War veterans attend crowd. Gagan & Sloan’s boat works at Sampter is burned by incendiary cause. damage estimated at 2000 to 4000 with 1000 in losses.
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Neuranen
Government Armor Plant One to Be Erected If Prices Fail
Senate reports a favorable line on a plan to build an armor plate factory under government operation if manufacturers refuse the quoted prices. The move aims to pressure armor plate makers to terms and cap costs for naval needs amid broader canal and tax debates.
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Senator Hanna to lead national campaign amid health doubt
Washington reports Senator Hanna will head the Republican national campaign as health concerns and party strife waver over leadership. Veterans and allies weigh his fitness and the convention’s choice for running mate, with Navy Secretary Long and Admiral Dewey speculation shaping the race.
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German Navy Expansion Stirs U S Debate in May
A Washington dispatch reports that Germany’s naval buildup prompts stronger urging from officials led by Secretary Theat and Senator Lodge. The administration weighs policies to deter aggression while seeking war-prepared speedy measures.
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St Louis Tensions Rise as Transit Dispute Sparks Violence
The report notes unrest in St Louis with calls for improved conduct and tensions around the colourbown system. Police presence increases after a May riot at Reeley avenue linked to transit labor actions and contractor grievances. Strikes flow from Kansas City to support union demands against Metro Street Railway Company.
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Japanese Labor on Railroads in the Northwest
The Western Federation of Miners and Western Labor combined meet in Seattle with talk on Japanese laborers in the United States and Canada. President McDonald asserts Japanese workers replace white labor on railroads in the Northwest.
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Canada
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Buller Succeeds in Natal Delivers British Confidence
Dispatches from Stonehill Farm Natal report General Buller’s forces advancing on Ladysmith from the north and pressing Diggarbergh, while British operations near Tipmaker outflank Boer positions. Casualties rise in cavalry as British moves unfold. Boer grain and flour captured as forces push toward Newberry and Heilbron.
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Fire Devastates Wahe Michigan Sawmill Yard
Telegram from Fisher Michigan reports Wiehe village under siege as flames engulf a large sawmill plant and repair yard. Rescue teams work to save the town with heavy equipment and water support as authorities warn of ongoing danger and extensive damage.
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Wheat Markets Report From Pun Francia May Day
The brief market note lists wheat figures and names in a fragmentary style for Pun Francia. It mentions coach wheat, por rontal, Chileno, and a May daily brief with dashed figures.
Frustrations in Chicago Over Heatwave Impacts
In Chicago on May 24 two prontrations are reported as a result of extreme heat. The city records show rising discomfort and disruptions tied to the high temperatures.
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Mutual Life of New York Insurance Advertisement
The Mutual Life offers policies in New York with a large stated value and claims it is the only among three companies not insuring impaired lives. It promotes requiring thorough medical exams and selective underwriting for applicants, with agents Sherwood Gilleapy and William & Pond listed.
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