Spurgeon Died Poor After Giving Much To Charity
Lospos reports Rev Dr Charles J Spurgeon left only 2000 pounds at death yet famed preacher gave freely to the poor. His supporters had raised funds to buy houses and distribute riches among London’s needy, while some say his widow faced talk of a fund.
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Brooke luck and will error alters legacies
April 4. Lady Brooke has just had a stroke of luck in the will of the late Sir Victor Brook. A clerical error in probate changes the bequest. a word misprint in the will reduces or redirects legacies of about 12,000 pounds. She thus now receives both legacies.
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Famous Philanthropist Purchases Bath House In London
April 4 London reports Baron Hirsch world renowned philanthropist has bought the Bath House palace and plans to reside there during the season. He may seek to purchase an English estate to become a noted English resident. In Paris discontent grows over immigration policy. a Tory bill to bar destitute Russians from Britain is proposed, insisting consular certificates for new arrivals. Meanwhile the Penobscot River ice breaks up and Bangor watchers foresee a flood of boats. also hydrophobia and dog bite cases rise in New York area with three deaths and several others treated.
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Rhode Island Campaign Fever Grips State in Reform Speeches
Rhode Island political heat rises as both parties claim strong support for tariffs and reform. Democrats hail Cleveland's speech with Wardwell introducing him at a Bristol rally. Republican events feature Reed and Ladd, with McKinley praised for tariff views. Attendees fill Opera House and Music Hall amid cheering crowds and receptions.
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Brooklyn's Wynamite Scare Spurs Police Probe
Police in Brooklyn investigate an early Saturday Willow street explosion. Officials deem it likely a fake April fool stunt, with gunpowder suspected as the ignition. Few injuries, window damage minor, and a lone masked witness remains under scrutiny.
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Fresident Diss Kafers to Gursa and War Timeline
Fragmented OCR reports mention April remarks about raids by a band of outlaws abroad and responses by soldiers. A separate item notes a port shipment totaling 724,240 with gold and silver figures and losses. A third brief reports builder Willard Cho's death after a locomotive accident.
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India
Poachers at Work Across Fleet Shelters Behring Sealing Grounds
Reports from Washington on April 4 describe a fleet of sealing vessels off Cape Flattery moving toward breeding grounds in Behring Sea. Fourteen ships have caught about 9.25% seals between March 14 and 24, with British vessels at Victoria supplying and refitting crews. The Mystery steamer met them at Cloquot Sound to offload skins and stock up, while other ships plan later movements to Nak Inland.
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Buffalo Bill Wild West Show Rumor Reported Abroad
A fragment from an 19th century paper claims a Wild West Show in Kensington featured Buffalo Bill Cody and others. Major Burke denies the tale as false and seeks to identify the source of the rumor after reports of Kicking Bear and other Sioux figures traveling to America are cited as possible inspiration.
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Kicking Bear
America
Major Burke
Mexican Patriot Protest Letter Sparks Anti Yankee Sentiment
El Tiempo in Mexico opens a register to note patriots opposed to American occupation during the Seeseen era. An unsigned letter signed by Louie Alfoeso Manos decries the return of flags and looting, calling for death to the Yankees and denouncing the stars and stripes. Also mentions unrelated events with Martiala and a fire at Mandala Sete Sn.
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Grave Unearths Skeleton in St Peter's Cemetery
Police uncover a grave in St Peter's Catholic Cemetery where a man’s skeleton lies beneath infant remains. Custodian notes no prior disturbance. body found with white clothing and red eye cloth. Coroner Frost takes charge of the case as officials inspect the tomb.
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Murderers Sought in Laurel Hill Mountains Case
Telegram from Internal Revenue Commissioner directs cooperation with State officials to capture William Miller and William Pritts, wanted for the Hochstetter murder in Laurel Hill Mountains, Somerset County. Residents anticipate a battle before fugitives surrender. Also notes political resolutions and legal actions ongoing in Boston and New York related to fraternal orders and press coverage.
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Somerset County
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Somerset
Tornado Toll Topples Kansas City Building and Wrecks Towns
A seven story building at 14 God and 10 Pearce street collapsed Friday night killing eight and injuring many as a tornado swept across the Beate region. Rescue teams report losses may reach near 100 dead and 200 to 400 injured with Kansas, Texas and Nebraska hit, while damages extend from Sedgwick to Beaver City.
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