Goebel Takes Oath of Office on Bed of Death
William Goebel, gravely ill, is sworn in as Kentucky governor as militia lock down Frankfort. Lieutenant Governor nominee Beckham also takes oath. Justice Hazelrigg administers both oaths amid a tense political clash with Governor Taylor’s adjournment and militia patrols.
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First Step Toward Smoothing Philadelphia Convention Turmoil
After a city hall conference led by Mayor Ashbridge, efforts to settle friction in Republican National Convention affairs proceed with a proposed reorganization. The Citizens' Association and sub executive committees debate funds and leadership, with a conference planned to merge interests and raise the remaining $100,000 pledge.
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Venango Auditor Samuel G Robbins Dies Saving Wife
Samuel G Robbins Venango countys auditor and Civil War veteran lost his life while rescuing his wife on a railroad bridge in Oil City. He placed his wife on a girder then attempted to reach shore but was swept into the river and drowned as rescuers sought him. His body remained unrecovered.
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Commission's Power Wanes in City Hall Committee
Practically all city management rests with a seven member committee appointed by Chairman McCeach. The panel will supervise changes in hall rooms hire workers and purchasing of supplies. Members are MoN 1 Clemmer Shoch Nolan Trainer Lryth Lang.
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Freight wreck crashes locomotive into embankment at Tiadagh ton
A fast New York Central freight on the Fall Brook division derailed at Tiadagh ton while crew were replacing rails. Fifteen loaded cars slid down a twenty foot incline into Pine creek. fireman William Steiber was trapped beneath the engine with serious injuries.
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Another Fire at Laurel Incendiaries Threaten Town
Laurel Del January 31 another incendiary fire struck Laurel last night burning the large stables of Theodore Hastings the brandy warehouse of Ira Melvin and several outbuildings Two horses perished in the blaze as authorities investigated the suspected arsonists.
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Robbers Hold Crowd At Bay In Edwardsville
Three robbers surprised the scene in Edwardsville Illinois as they divided spoils. Chief Barnsboeck was felled by a revolver but all escaped, holding a crowd at gunpoint. One robber was later captured. Bloodhounds tracked two suspects to Madison Mines where shots were fired without effect. two fugitives remain at large.
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Zola Acquitted In Libel Suit Cheers In Court
Paris January 31 The court acquitted novelist Emile Zola in the libel case brought by Ernest Judet of the Petit Journal. Judet claimed Zola’s statements about his father forged or garbled letters from the War Office archives. Zola attended with counsel M. Labor. audience greeted the ruling with cheers.
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Nations embroiled over a harem girl
Constantinople January 31 The Italian ambassador warned the Porte that diplomatic relations would end if the fifteen year old Silvia Gemelli were not surrendered from a Turkish officer's harem Abdurrahman Pasha refused to hand her over and the dispute escalated.
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Soudanese Troops Rebel Rumor Surfaces in Khartoum
In Khartoum rumors reach Paris of a Sudanese troop rebellion. About 1,500 Sudanese soldiers are said to be under two battalions, opposed by 150 white British troops commanded by a major. No authoritative confirmation yet.
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Weather forecast fragment for Thursday presented with garbled text
Forecast notes a Thursday outlook with temperature range from a high to a low. The readable elements include a garbled line about a high near 25 and a low near 15. No clear location or timeframe beyond Thursday. The text is incomplete and lacks verifiable details.
Kitchener Deployments Spark Ladysmith Relief Hopes
London dispatches relay rumors that General Kitchener left Cape Colony for Natal signaling a Buller Roberts joint effort to relieve Ladysmith. War Office denies confirmations while reports keep hinting at renewed fighting and a possible new Buller crossing attempts. Public mood remains low amid Cabinet meetings and calls for a home defense force.
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England Disheartened by Appalling Losses
London reports show 1300 casualties so far in General Buller’s Tugela operations with Daily Chronicle estimates over 2000. At Spion Kop, 40 percent loss ranks among Britain's worst since Albuera. The Admiralty warns half pay naval officers to remain ready for service.
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Slaughter on Spion Kop Terrible Fierce Clash on Summit
Special cablegram recounts a brutal night assault on Spion Kop where British troops under Thorneycroft seized trenches with bayonets at dawn. General Woodgate was wounded, reinforcements arrived, and heavy Boer shelling followed as the hill endured a fierce struggle. Continued on Seventh Page.
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Perry's Incomparable N E T Suite and Overcoats Sale
The ad claims Perry's incomparable NET suite and overcoats outclass rivals while offering deep discounts. Prices range from 12.00 to 88.00 for coats and from 2.00 for trousers, with a limited-time sale on a $22.08 Fall Dress swallowtail item.
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