Grand jury to indict Machen and others in Post Office scandal
Washington reports the federal grand jury will return indictments against August W. Machen and several others in a Post Office affairs probe. Indictments likely involve conspiracy to defraud the government and forged signatures connected to money order form contracts. Additional indictments may follow before week’s end.
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Washington
Federal Grand Jury
Post
August W. Machen
Miter
Sammet Grvit
George
Tuivena
Mrs. Lovenk
Irregularities in Post Office Seen by Bristow Report
Washington June 18 The Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow report on Tulloch's charges of irregularities in the Post Office Department has been made public. Inspectors' reports largely confirm the charges and reveal numerous improper actions including dual salaries and disbursement of funds for services not rendered.
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Washington
T. Metcalf
Post Office Department
Metcalf
Paul Herman
Rutherford
N.d
Wynkoop- Mallenbeck-Crawford Company
New York
Jaws
Bristow
Tulloch
Diristow
Tuliveh
Suburban stakes at Keban handicap on a sloppy track
New York reports twenty one horses entered for the Keban handicap at the Suburban meet with W. C. Whitney’s Goldsmith among the entrants. The track is described as sloppy and sticky. A separate postmaster general summary cites political charges against President McKinley and Postmaster General Smith. Investigations into bills, accounts, and expenditures note an exception of $100.
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New York
W. C. Whitney
Et Goldsmith
Faye
Horne
Scratcher
Wateels Golibanith
Trib Last
Lie
Tulloch
President McKinley
Smith
McKinley
McKinle
Comptroller of the Treasury
Bristow and Washington Post Office Investigation Report
The record details Inspector Cochran and Inspector-in-Charge Smith pressing for silence while reports reveal irregularities at the Washington post office. It notes Beavers suggesting agents avoid referencing certain appointments and a July 6 special report to the postmaster general. Bristow cites multiple irregularities turned over for review and confirms inquiries into questioning by Inspector Litthe were not improper.
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Bristow
Washington Postonce
Tulloch
Cochran
Smith
Post
Relsten
George W. Beavers
W. Smirth
Lim
Litthe
Washington Post Office
Irregularities Highlighted in Military Pay Exhibit
A confidential inspector report notes irregularities in military postal pay such as double salaries for 22 men across 34 paid roles and several employees who drew pay without evident service. It cites improper payments to W S Larner and disputed travel costs by Perry Heath, Beaver, and O H Smith. The cashier refused to pay Smith, prompting questions about reporting to Heath.
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Smith
Larner
STIS
Department
Washington
Perry Heath
Beaver
O. H. Smith
Towers
Meath
Heath
Peter Proclaims Jew Hater Stabbed in Belgrade and Stabbed
Geneva dispatch reports King Peter of Servia telegraphing his acceptance of the throne amid calls for unity. Belgrade confirms the proclamation and expresses hope for stability, while in St Petersburg a Jewish editor linked to antisemitic propaganda is stabbed but survives.
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Peter
Thanikh
Servia
Belgrade
Peter Finhes
Servi
Baxer
Senate
Sorvid
Aine
Saute
St. Petersburg
Ikrousheyan
Kischenetf
Pho Bessara
Bolyteehule School
Kiet
Assassination Scene Described at Belgrade Palace
Belgrade dispatch details the murder of King Melander and Queen Dra. The bed chamber remains as when the assassins approached. Bullet holes scar love seat tables and bed coverings. A secret stair leads to other palace rooms. guards mockingly show evidence of the slaughter. Witness notes disrupted order and improvised handling of the bodies. Augustana Synod adjourns Bloomington meeting with devotional close and next location to be chosen by committee.
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Belgrade
Melander
Dra
Iwata
Draga
Xurie
Associated Press
Augustanu Synod
Bloomington
Augustans Synod
Swedish Luthera Church
United States
Chicago Strike Nears End Amid Union Arbitration Talk
Chicago labor conflict shows progress as the Hotel and Restaurant Workers' union votes to yield the former position and accept arbitration. The move, seen as favorable to employers, suggests the restaurant strike may conclude soon. President Gompers warns the strike should not extend despite offers from owners.
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Chicago
Hotel and Restaurant Help
Gompers
Ife
Wes
Uniohs
Four Companies Ordered to Keep Order in Dubuque
Governor Cummins of Des Moines ordered the Waterloo Latepetifenes and Maquoketa units of the National Guard to hold themselves in readiness for service in Dubuque to quell street car strike unrest. A proclamation urged residents to refrain from violence as rail workers and authorities prepared for potential disturbances.
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Dubuque
Ernie
Wiewtrie
Street Cape
Roveruee
Sher- Uf
Adj. Hien
Tigers
Ett Mayer Berg
Governsnr
Wight
Jace
Uepower- Tove Amt
Des Moines
Jane
Cummins
National Guard
Waterloo
Latepetifenes
Maquoketa Fir
East St Louis boy recalls ordeal with circus wild act
Six year old John I. told police he was held for over a week in a series of caves with monkeys or other animals. His face arms and clothing were altered to appear older as part of a supposed circus training. He fled to town and showed wind scratches and scars while Rylvester Maker, a carnival employee, was arrested.
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East St. Louis
Ted
John 1
Rylvester Maker
Senator Quarles Tales to His Old College
Senator Quarles addressed the University of Michigan commencement in Ann Arbor today delivering a speech to Michigan alumni. He spoke on campus history and national service, praising the school and urging graduates to pursue public duty with honor.
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Senator Quarles
Ann Arbor
Ohio Oil Company Seeks Bankruptcy After Liquidation
Cleveland based Ohio Oil Company, active in oil wells across Ohio and West Virginia, files for bankruptcy. Asset values are listed around 1.170 million with approximately 580 thousand in positive assets. Proceedings begin today as creditors and courts review the case.
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Cleveland
Ante
Heppner flood death toll and missing list shock town
June 18 Heppner Oregon reports nearly 200 dead after a flood. Seven bodies recovered from debris while about 120 more bodies are prepared for recovery. Fear and destitution grip residents as families seek shelter in churches and public buildings. Names of the dead and those missing are listed, including many women and children.
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Heppner
Ore
Qu Vourt
Harri Handley
Percy Dawson
Jas. Lons
Va Baird
Clarenee Andrews
Hertha
Hida Hamilton
Elsie Jones
Daniel Meltride
Clyde Abe Wells
Robert McKewen
George Thornton
Jamex Hackett
John Astes
Carben
Edward Aste Daugh
W. T. Sailing
W. W. Lipnett
George Kintsley
Guy Moyd
Heart Haines
W. W. Carr
William Estes
Chiliehard Hidd
Bianche Estes
Frank Marrinin
Daighter
W. TL. Bigus
W. AL Fisher Tot Hhiyatier
John Woodward
Nora Adkins
Stalter
William Charett
Miss
Wunsen
Condition of Pope Reported Satisfactory
Reports from Rome indicate the Pope remains in satisfactory condition despite earlier alarming rumors. Vatican officials say the front of treatment should proceed with cautious optimism, and the best outcome now depends on continued stability and absence of complications.
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Rome
Ilan
Parade and Walksfest of Singers and Militants Features
A parade in Trans Saltivore showcases singing societies, German organizations, artillery detachments, and troops from Horton, Mellenry, and forward. After marching, the group holds a grand Walksfest at River View park with afternoon and evening festivities. The story also notes a June hail storm near Fort Wayne killing cows and a fatal Wabash track accident in Bridgeport. The Kenosha plan to run a city grocery and butcher shop under municipal control is described, plus a textile workers demonstration in Philadelphia marching from Independence Hall to City Hall for a mass meeting.
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Hort
Mellenry
Foward
Cruleer Pretrie
Topek
River View Park
Fort Wayne
Ind
Allen County
Hert Whitney
Bridgeport
Kenosha
Wis
Kengeha
Philadelphia
Independence Hall
City Hall
Conditions in flood areas worse than reported
Ona Nevada June 18 Pastor W Layton of the Content Methodist church in Kansas City Kan was in Omaha seeking funds for people in Omaha and Armourdale who lost homes in the flood. He said conditions in the flood areas are infinitely worse than world reports, citing many cases of desperate hunger and danger amid ruined neighborhoods.
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Ona
Nev
Stey
W. Layton
Content Method
Kansas City
Kan
Omaha
Armourdale
Layton
Polley
Injunction Stops Street Fair in Streator
A court injunction in LaSalle County halts a planned street fair for the week of July 2, affecting urban events in Streator. Prominent residents and city leadership dispute the mayor’s authority to close streets, with legal battles anticipated in coming courts.
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Etreuit
Lasalle County
Heelare
Strort
New Jersey postmaster shortage shocks Camden readers
A chaotic clipping from a New Jersey page details a $2,000 postmaster shortage amid scattered notes on local crime, postal issues, and unrelated historical items. The jumble mentions Battle One the Verse, Columbia University questions, and various civic tidbits alongside a brief crime report about a jealous husband and a grand jury indictments in Logan County.
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Camden
A. m
Deronese
Explosion Kills Workers at Lillie Factory in New York
Reported blast at the Lillie Ratcieny plant near Won with scaffolding collapse and several fatalities. Rescue teams comb debris while investigators search for causes. Police note the explosion caused extensive damage and disrupted local operations.
Stretches Flood District Engage Rail Service Disrupted
Flooded district areas caused severe disruption to rail lines and services. Passengers faced prolonged delays as crews attempted to clear washouts and restore tracks. Officials warned of continued impacts through the week as weather and river levels hinder repairs and timetables.
Knights to Honor Dead Next Sunday Afternoon
Knights to honor deceased members in a Sunday ceremony at the cemetery. Memorial rites begin with a 2 PM gathering at the lodge, then transportation to the cemetery for interment duties. A list of names from Rock Island area lodges and affiliated groups is read during the service.
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Knights TO Honor
Pinlodge
Ay Follone
Charles 1
Albrecht
Carl Byretiz
George Reed
Dix AV. Malley
Cardeva
J. P. Dixent
S. Silvia
Adexander
W. Dotter
Hock Teland
M. J. Miggins
Rock Intamis Morrie Rosenfield
Rock Islands
Ty Long
Rock Island
Ed Bergin
Keke Leland
C Cleaveland
Rock Ifa
August Henning
Hoek Teland
Wiliam Stewart
Mook Island
W. Negus
J. PL Rosenfeld
Rock Toland
Robinson
Rooke Batands
J.B. Reiter
Kuck
Charles AW Stoddard
Beek
JETT WHITE MURDER CASE GOES TO JURY IN JACKSON
Jackson Ky lime 18 The murder case of Jett and White for the death of Atteetey Marcum proceeded to the jury this morning in Jackson. The trial began with testimony and closing arguments expected today.
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Jett-White
Jackson
Jett
Tom White
Unis
Wilkes-Barre Board Set to Meet June 25 on Differences
The board of the mine workers and civil operators will meet in Wilkes-Barre on June 25 to adjust differences. The notice states the joint meeting aims to resolve ongoing disputes between the two groups.
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Wilkesbarre Y
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