Bold Mail Robbery A Mysterious Post Office Theft
A major and puzzling mail robbery occurred Tuesday night between New York and Hoboken. Seven pouches of letters were taken from mail carts en route to Hoboken, with no signs of tampering on doors or wheels. Inspectors reportedly seek clues as to how the theft occurred while questioning drivers and guards. The incident highlights the distance between the New York office and the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western station in Hoboken.
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New York
New York Post
Duffalo
Hoboken
Bery
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
Porter Gey Uke-VODSG Porter Gey Uke
February 4 verdicts discuss a family tragedy involving a Porter's fury and a shooting. The case centers on Dayhl Porter, a port collector, and a 10 year old boy who died during a domestic confrontation. Testimonies from the Potter family are cited as supportive of an accidental shooting verdict.
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Savantad
Tie Potter
Alster
Porter
Howes
MLA heiress drops dead amid family tragedy and trial
The mother of actress Margaret Mather dies suddenly during a grocery trip after years of hardship and scandal connected to her late husband. Authorities, including Special Agent Barrett, testified Yard received funds from a bank theft, with bail set and the trial ongoing as witnesses described the scenes surrounding the case.
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Margaret Mather
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Devonre
Mick
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Ann Fintsyson
Mur Mather
Mather
Ehacland
Yemral
Uvet
Peihryn
Yard
Gildan Marah
CW. Lawrence
Salen Cation
Keystone Thessay Tefore
Fragmentary report on suppressions of rebels in a 19th century foreign conflict
A garbled account references imperial orders against rebels, inspections, and arrests around Sam Shep and Milne Presbyter Pree. It notes church and estalishments under various authorities, a Ward exhibition, and a push to restrict liquor traffic on a Lord's Day, with mentions of Gategerik and other entities.
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San Francisco
Milne Presbyter
Avebure
Sepeenenee
Fue
Ube
House Foreign Affairs panel to act soon on President’s policy
A fragmentary report indicates the House Committee on Foreign Affairs is expected to take up the President's policy soon. The item remains unclear in the readable text, but action is anticipated and could shape the administration’s approach abroad.
Four Mex Killyd Hat Factory Disaster Reveals Greater Loss
At the J Rommel hat factory in New Jersey on February 4 a fatal explosion killed at least three workers, with a fourth body later found. Police recovered identifications but could not confirm names. A search followed the mysterious disappearance of a worker who had been employed at the bat shop for years. The wreckage drew a large crowd as investigators described a machine used to collect dye gases during drying. Officials say the factory owners bore responsibility for the blast citing risky handling of the condenser and flammable materials.
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Nuwane
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J. Rommel
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Wiuht Be
Mimrace
Ea Pleniel
Norwood Man Seeks Arrest of Mrs Butuan Over Cowhiding
Boston February 4. Henry Balcock of Norwood swore out a warrant for the arrest of Mrs Butuan after she cowhided him during an arrest. Balcock, a prominent figure, says he did nothing to provoke the chastisement. Mrs Butuan claims he provoked and endured all the blows, asserting she acted in self defense. The couple's dispute involves past ties and marital tensions.
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Boston
Hennan Falcock
Norwood
Mra
Butuan
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Marrial
Dutra
Babcock
Mr. Butnam
Marital misfortune and a bitter toll in gas tragedy
A couple from Pittston and Duryea met a fatal end after attempting marriage on Feb 4. They reportedly died from inhaling illuminating gas as a result of turning it on. the incident occurred at a hotel where they sought a license. In other items, the Commercial Travelers Association gains incorporation with funds for an indigent travelers home, and a murder case unfolds as prosecutors seek proof of premeditation.
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Anthony Brown
Piwton
Amd
Harriet Rutlege
Duryea
Bel
Brown
Afernoon
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Aliant
America
Howsey
Udwim
Ettallinh
New
Oea Eries
W. H. Booth
Hornellsville
Fatal Farm Accident in Stanton Falls Tree Trunk
Walter Risinger, a wealthy young farmer near Stanton, was supervising a cacting down of a tree when the trunk fell without warning. He was struck by branches, sustaining fatal injuries, with a severe head wound causing his death after multiple injuries. A dispatch from To ro notes war minister designs.
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Dion Bunge
N. J
Walter Risinger
Stanton
Sae
Death of British Chief Engineer Storer at Sea
Mr Storer age 43 chief engineer of the British copper company died January 18 from diarebuta while the vessel sailed from Liverpool to the port. A native of Zanzibar he was buried at sea.
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Mr. Storer
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Zanaibar
Diarebuta
Liverpool
Atom He Wat
Jury in New York Case Draws Attention
In New York on February 4 the jury in the murder trial was drawn in a county courthouse, with proceedings noted as underway and no verdict reported at press time.
Bold reexamination in Carlyle Harris murder trial
In New York, Carlyle Harris faces a new trial for the murder of Helen Potts after morphine poisoning. Harris remains uncommunicative in Tombs custody as authorities pursue a fresh legal path, with the verdict and sentencing scheduled for next Monday.
Abandoned Bunie Ship Report Near Rea New York
Feb 4 report from Rea New York describes the White Star Bunie from Liverpool reporting the loss of the abandoned Norwegian ship Florida. Florida’s rudder lashed, masts rigged, and crew evacuated amid a hazardous sea state while remains of the vessel drifted. No clear cause for abandonment given. danger noted.
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White Star
Bunie
Thompson
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Florida
Star Board
jAmace
Reciprocity Talks Open As Canadian Leaders Plan Washington Visit
Sir John Thompson and Finance Minister Fortier travel to Washington next week to renew discussion with Blaine seeking a framework for reciprocity between the United States and Canada. The report notes continued deliberations amid regional tensions and cross border trade questions.
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Orawa
Ont
Sir John Thompson
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Washington
Blaine
United States
Canada
Questionable Landing of Gold Cargo Sparks Debate
Reports dispute Capt Helpecke's delay in landing a gold and silver consignment from the Rider. Some say he could have landed once lifeboats reached the steamer, while others cite orders to wait for company guidance. Experts and authorities weigh safety and salvage plans amid tariff and trade disruption notes.
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Reediy
Hetnicke
Extradition Talks With France Move Forward
Feb 4 report from Reston Pau notes a commission of a French Foreign Office rep and a representative of the American Legation has drafted a new extradition treaty proposal. Minister Hiboti ve Meid is expected to oversee further steps as negotiations proceed.
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Reston Pau
United States
France
Foreign Office
Sperman Legation
Hibot
Condemned Figure Mystery In Fragmentary Record
Unclear OCR text from a historical page mentions Dessh Sf Ont Corr or Mexico and a figure named Poh and Oul Herme de. The fragment asks who was condemned, but the garbled source provides no definite person or verdict details. Further readable context is required to identify the condemned individual.
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Hermede
Boy Return Reported Kidnapped Then Freed Near Long Ridge
Ward Waterbury, a high year old boy from near Long Ridge, was abducted while near a school. He claims two men took him to a sparsely furnished house where he stayed overnight guarded and fed. He was eventually released after his father sent money, with suspicion resting on Charles who allegedly orchestrated the plot.
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Long Ridge
Job Clone
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Joe Clowe
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Tal Tesm
Bey
Dynamite on the Track Damages Allegheny Car
A Pittsburg Allegheny streetcar No 10 struck a dynamite cartridge on Beaver Avenue at 4 50 pm damaging the car and shattering most windows in it. Nearby houses also had windows broken. The incident adds to safety concerns for streetcar operations in Allegheny.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Manchester
Beaver Avenue
Strange Crime Report and Weather Notes From Feb 4
A scrambled OCR page reports on a bloodstained sheet found near a Milburn area inn, a man named Beam identifying a stranger, and a medical examiner's remarks. Separate items include a Washington House vote recalling funds, a Capitol fire at Benefe’s toilet complex, Bishop Fitzgerald’s anniversary, a Belfast Protestant attack context, a derelict American ship near Broadhaven Bay, and a forecast with cold fronts and light snow in various regions.
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Moscow
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