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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1900

Page

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Bryan Breaks Record in New York Democratic Tour Speech

The report details Bryan and his party leaving New York after a rally day. It notes his record speech length, the preent cnnamlen, and mentions reactions from Asa ete and others. The piece references various places and figures, highlighting the campaign's momentum and the reaction to his remarks.

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Roosevelt party leaves Elwira amid stumbles and rumors

A Roosevelt party departs Elwira amid unclear steps and rumored tensions. Reports note cuts at Rochester and protests over governance. The account mentions ex-Senator Passetr and discussions on bonds while detailing political friction and investigative scrutiny.

Elmira welcome draws near thousand in crowd for governor speech

The governor’s Elmira stop drew nearly 1000 Nough Stiders as crowds packed Lycrum and New Tivoli theatres. At Ithaca, the Roosevelt train sparked great enthusiasm with Cor dell college students lining streets and singing campaign songs while a private gathering formed after arrival.

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Findlay Anderson Admits Perjury He Does Not Appear

An affidavit from Findly Anderson, telegram operator, claims testimony given by Caleb Powers in Goebel murder conspiracy cases was perjury induced by attorney Campbell and by Arthur Goebel. The document, dated October 30, is printed by The Evening Post from Loulhville Kentucky.

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Fatal collision on Alton Road near Tehhell Illinois

In a collision between a Chicago and Alton passenger and freight train near Tehell, Illinois, today George W Cor son of Bloomington was killed. Engineer Webster was fatally injured, others including Fireman George Veritage Majt Clerks Durham Murphy and William Stewart were seriously hurt.

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Queen Victoria Not Sick Despite Rumors

London reports deny rumors of Queen Victoria's illness following the death of her grandson Prince Christing. Officials urge caution, stating no truth to the claims and affirming the queen's health remains sound.

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Tragic Fire at Tarrant Co Building in New York

A massive explosion at the Tarrant & Co building on Greenwich and Warren streets caused a seven story collapse and widespread fires. Rescue teams worked through the night as about 127 injured were treated and a list of missing names grew, with fears of up to 30 dead and many women said to be in the building when the blast occurred.

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Landslide for Bryan, predicts Grover Cleveland interview

The Philadelphia Times prints a Princeton interview with Grover Cleveland predicting a landslide for William Jennings Bryan. He cites labor, traveling men, and western sympathy as factors favoring Bryan, and notes McKinley’s managers misread the current mood. Cleveland says he is out of active politics and declined further discussion.

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Fire Rips City Leaves Dozens Injured And Damaged Buildings

Rescue crews battle a devastating blaze and successive explosions at a hotel or theater district. Over thirty people are reported dead or missing as debris hampers search efforts. Officials warn losses could rise with continued tremors from ongoing fires.

Ruby and His Story Ends in Murder and Mayhem

A Chicago saloonkeeper, Ruby, was found murdered in a saloon after a robbery tale tied to his missing money and paychecks. Police suspect a fake crime story hid real fraud against creditors as Ruby vanished leaving debts behind. A separate note reports a new farmers union in Carbondale and a Chicago meeting announcing a new order.

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Census Shows Big Gain in Population Across Illinois

The census indicates a 21 percent rise in the number of residents, with Illinois overall showing substantial growth since 16 years ago. The report highlights a nationwide trend of expanding populations and notes the current totals reach 76,295,220.

Number of Untaxed Indians Washington Article

Official population figures for 100 indicate 76,295,000 total population with 74,627,907 in 45 states used for apportionment. There are 124,158 untaxed Indians. The 1900 total was 13,009,766, up 18,225,460 from ten years prior, a 21 percent rise. Illinois shows 1,821,550 in 1900 and 1,911,896 in 1890 in related state figures.

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Deadly explosion shocks Kingston mine in Wilkes-Barre area

A gas explosion at the Kingston mine of the Kingston Coal Co in Kingston near Wilkes-Barre Pa occurred this afternoon. One man was recovered dead and 12 other workers remain trapped inside the mine authorities said.

Kingston Wilkesbarre Kingston Coal Company

Luck in odd numbers and voyage to Seattle rail

Seattle on October 30 reports the steamers Robert Dollar and hip arriving from Nome with 777 passengers and a large amount of gold aboard.

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