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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1900

Page

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Boers Threaten Efficacy After Wepener Action

Telegraph reports from Capetown and Ladysmith claim Gen Brabant defeated Boer forces at Wepener and captured their army. Dispatches say Boer withdrawal near Elandslaagte and alleged destruction of collieries near Wessels Nek. Reports note British and Boer movements, with Kruger accused of attending conferences as siege events unfold.

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Chicago shooting shocker leaves woman dead and man gravely hurt

A Chicago incident ends with a woman killed and a man wounded after a shooting spree tied to a local firm and its treasurer. Authorities report the two victims, both residents of Chicago, with the woman dying in hospital and the man hospitalized in critical condition.

Brutal Crime Report Sparks Panic in City

A chaotic account describes two tramps attacking and killing a woman and wounding another sister, with the assailants bound and the crime prompting police action. Reports include stray phrases about a strike, a court name change, and a distant military engagement, though the narrative is fragmented and unclear.

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Opening of the Paris Exhibition draws vast crowds

Public admission began Saturday amid glorious weather and grand ceremony. The grounds were vast with few crushes, visitors mostly immigrants and foreigners, amid unfinished pavilions and lavish decor. President Loubet presided at the inauguration with military and diplomatic entourages as the United States pavilion and other national displays drew attention.

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Novel suit for damages in St Louis notes grand jury members

In St Louis, Avril W6 sues for 50 000 dollars against the February grand jury members individually for alleged defamatory statements published March 26. The petition claims the statements damaged Meier by accusing him of disregarding city supply ordinances and overpaying a few favored firms, denying bids from competitors. The document lists prominent local figures and officials connected to the case while mixing other news items from the era.

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Mine wages dispute foes to printing of Dickerson name on ballot

Charles Dickerson, Democratic candidate for Knox County Circuit Clerk, filed in Supreme Court to force printing of his name on the November ballot after County Clerk M C Williamson refused. The suit questions whether the forthcoming election is general or district and party ballot access.

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Supreme Court Sets Hearing Date on Kentucky Governor Case

The U S supreme court today docketed the Kentucky governor cases and advanced hearings. Counsel for both sides joined in requesting an early hearing with arguments set to proceed soon.

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