Storm floods hit Kansas and cyclones strike Oklahoma Texas
Storms and floods sweep the Kansas river system with rising Kaw inflows. Newton reports hundreds homeless as Sand Creek floods one quarter of the town. Em a floods business districts with three inches of rain. Dallas cyclone causes damage across the city and the Western Union building is struck.
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the Western Union
Fatal Mine Fire Falls At Hackberry Mine
A fire at Hackberry mine in the Rix Bug district near Prescott Arizona June 3 destroyed the hoist house and cut off escape. Three miners are believed dead after one man fell 200 feet trying to reach the shaft and two others are cut off by deadly fumes with no communication. Firefighters from McCabe and Tulaver extinguished the blaze but access to the mine remains blocked.
Editor J. W. Canada Tours Roswell and Artesia
Ex Porvenir editor J. W. Canada visited Roswell and Artesia last night before heading on to Ardmore and South McAllister Indian Territory. He plans to study the region for future articles and notes the April issue was well illustrated and written.
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Pecos Valley
el Porvenir
Denver
Artesia
Canada
Ardmore
South McAllister
Indian Territory
Deneen Wins Illinois Governor Nomination on 79th Ballot
The 79th ballot produced Charles S. Deneen as the Illinois Republican nominee for governor after a deadlock since May 13. The backroom pact included Yates, Hamilin, Sherman and Deneen with others likely to join. Springfield dispatch notes early expectations of Deneen securing the nomination this afternoon. The Liberty Belt tour continues its seventh journey away from Independence Hall with historical exhibitory trips since 1777.
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Independence Hall
Firing There’s Fighting Near Port Arthur
Reports describe active shooting near Port Arthur with conflicting accounts of clashes and artillery exchanges. No confirmation of casualties or exact location yet from authorities.
Japanese Cavalry Beats Russians Near Lichaton
A mixed Russian force including cavalry infantry and artillery was defeated by Japanese cavalry near Lichaton on Monday. Japanese casualties totaled 26 killed and 37 wounded, while Russian losses were not given. Reports say Russians aim to relieve Port Arthur and tensions rise around Nan Shan and Liao Tung Peninsula.
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Divorce Granted in Wassenich Case After Vitriol Attack
In Denver on June 3 a jury awarded Mrs. Alfred A. Wassenich a divorce from her prominent real estate husband. The suit drew attention after Wassenich was attacked with vitriol, which he claimed was instigated by his wife.
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Alfred A. Wassenich
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Summer Mining School to be Held in Georgetown
Georgetown Colorado June 2 It is announced here that a summer school of mining will be held this summer by a number of prominent eastern universities and the Colorado state school of mining.
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Georgetown
Colo
Colorado State School of Mining
Bowling News High Scores Set at Coliseum Alleys
Miss Lola Bangs won a chocolate prize for last week’s ladies high score with 186 at the Coliseum Alleys. The previous mark 170 belonged to Mrs. F. A. Whiffen of El Paso. A G Sechlauer won the sterling silver match safe for the top five games with a 215 average.
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A. G. Sechlauder
Roswell Citizens Plan Evening Band Meeting
A group of Roswell residents announces a meeting at the courthouse at 8 p m Friday to organize a city band. All musicians are invited to attend, with signatories PD N Croft J C Webb E Gross.
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Brooks Family Heads to Dexter for Weeklong Visit
Mrs. Frank M. Brooks and five children left last evening for Dexter to visit Mrs. Brooks's parents Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Carier. The family plans a general good time including fishing and other activities during the stay. Carlton & Roach are cited as delivering “the goods” for any kind of service.
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Frank M. Brooks
Dexter
Western Federation Begins Talks on Cripple Creek Mines
Denver delegates discuss mining conditions in Colorado with emphasis on Cripple Creek and Telluride. A committee of R. E. Allen Malcolm Gillis and H. B. Seaman will visit Cripple Creek to report findings to the convention. A similar Telluride visit is planned and AFofL affiliation report may be read later today.
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Malcolm Gillis
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H. B. Seaman
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Liberty Bell Heads to St Louis Amid Public Plea
The Liberty Bell will depart Philadelphia tonight for St Louis to be shown at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in the Pennsylvania building. A special car will carry the relic under guard by Quaker City police, with stops planned in Elmira Rochester Buffalo Erie and Ashtabula to let regional crowds view the historic emblem.
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Honors for Wu's Son at Atlantic City High School
Wu Chao Chow son of Wu Ting Fang former Chinese minister at Washington won first honors in the Atlantic City high school class and was chosen to deliver the valedictory address at graduation exercises in Atlantic City New Jersey on June 3.
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Wu Chao Chow
Wu Ting Fang
Washington
Atlantic City High School
Jefferson Davis Birthday Observed as Memorial Day Across South
The anniversary of Jefferson Davis birth was observed as memorial day today in Georgia Florida Alabama and Louisiana. Tennessee and Mississippi marked the day as a public holiday for the first time under recent laws.
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Jefferson Davis
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Naval academy lays cornerstone for new chapel
In Annapolis on June 3 the closing week at the naval academy ended with a cornerstone laying for the new chapel. Admiral Dewey presided as visitors from League Island Norfolk and other points and Navy Department officials observed. Midshipmen depart for summer camps tomorrow.
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Time changes shorten West to Chicago by Rock Island plan
Chicago announcers report California time will be eight hours nearer Chicago with new Rock Island time cards effective tomorrow. Improved connections from Kansas City and faster times on most Rock Island divisions and on the Southern Pacific make the schedule faster.
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Darden Bond United In Marriage In Colorado Springs
A notice from the city reports the marriage last evening of J. G. Darden of Jericho Texas to Mrs. McNeal Bond of Memphis Tennessee. The couple will stay at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs. Darden is a well known Jericho resident and has visited Roswell. the bride spent the winter here and left recently for Colorado Springs.
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Jericho
Texas
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Memphis
Tennesse
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Darden
Roswell
Opening of Roswell Opera House Grand Ball Tonight
Roswell hosts the opening event at the Opera House on Ist and Main with a Grand Ball tonight. Waddell at the El Capitan hotel seeks live salesmen to promote Blaze Killer fire protection, offering temporary positions across the Southwest for a few days.
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Istand
Main St
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Cobden Centenary Celebrations Spark National Interest
London notes widespread support and opposition to the Chamberlain tariff as Cobden’s centenary is marked across Britain. Tomorrow’s Alexandra Palace rally features John Morley and Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, with a Birmingham gathering on the same day and events planned in Edinburgh.
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Richard Cobden
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John Morley
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
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Denver Appointments by Mayor Speer
Denver June 2 Mayor Speer announced city board appointments including George E Randolph as president of the board of public works William T Davoren as highway commissioner John B Hunter as engineer fire and police Frank Adams as excise commissioner and president Earl Hewitt as police commissioner and D A Barton as fire commissioner.
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John B. Hunter
Frank Adams
Earl Hewitt
D. A. Barton
Old Man Eskridge Dies in Southwest City
An elderly man named Eskridge died this morning in the southwest part of the city. His body was taken to Allery Mortuary where officials will determine if any relatives or friends can claim him. He had been a familiar figure, often seen begging with a cane as he wandered the streets for several months.
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Allery Mortuary
Remains Sent to Marlin for Judge Easley Burial
The body of Judge B S Easley was shipped to Marlin Texas at the widow’s request. Undertaker Clarence Allery transported the remains this morning. The widow and daughter will meet the casket Sunday morning and burial is planned for Sunday afternoon in Marlin.
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Texas
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Chautauqua Industrial Art Desk Sold in Roswell
The desk with pencils and crayons is praised by Roswell’s leading families and recommended for kindergarten work and home teaching of children. Sole agent James Warren, 302 N Richardson, handles all orders promptly.
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James Warren
N. Richardson
Trade offer for Southern California property
A notice invites exchange proposals for property in Southern California. Prospective traders should send full description, price, location, and other terms. Indicate willingness to add cash difference. Address to E. L. Wildy at 206 Grant Ridge, Los Angeles.
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L. Wildy
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Los Angeles
World’s Fair round trip fares listed for Roswell
From Roswell the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis runs April 30 through November 330 1904. Season tickets are 47.85 dollars sixty day tickets 39.90 and ten day tickets 31.90. Tickets go on sale April 27 and full information is available at the ticket office.
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