Quay aims to crush Flinn as Senate race plans sharpen
Harrisburg dispatch reports Sen Charles Quay intends to press the Muehlbronner ripper bill to destroy Flinn’s power and block a coalition with the insurgents. The move seeks to prevent a Republican split and defeat the Stalwart governor candidate, with Quay’s allies backing Widener for senate and a Democratic deal to gain the governorship. Deputy AG Fredow says Connell disagrees with harsh ripper legislation but may refrain from blocking Scranton’s interests. T. J. Ditty.
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Widenor
Flinn
Guffey
Widener
Penrose
Senate
Pattinen
Quay Organization
Fredow
Vleira
Washington
Congressman Connell
Connell
Scranton
T. J. Ditty
Opposition to Mines Department Bill Grows in House
In Harrisburg this morning the house debated a bill by Mr. Philbin to create a department of mines. It was reported from committee by Mr. Reynolds and referred for printing amid vigorous opposition. Reynolds says opponents may push for recommittal after broader review.
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Harrisburg
Philbin
Department of Mines and Mining
Reynolds
Frommittiee
Regulation of weights for coal mine powder kegs debated
A bill to regulate keg weights for black blasting powder used in coal mines and to impose penalties for short-weight kegs was reported from the committee. The county and township veto on a new Quay county bill was not overridden as the measure faced party opposition.
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Aba OS
New Quay County
Schuylkill
Luzerne
Ite
Mr. Haworth
T. J. Duatty
Harrisburg Award Bid Withdrawn for Printing Contract
The contract for four years of printing and binding was awarded to W. Stanley Ray of Mercer at 58.01 percent of the max price after Milton H. Plunk of Harrisburg withdrew his bid. The session opened with first readings and resolutions, including a $15,000 appropriation for the Pan American exposition and several hospital funding bills. The calendar was cleared and the house adjourned until Monday evening.
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Harrisburg
Secretary of the Commonwealth
Griest
W. Stanley Ray
Mercer
Milton H. Plunk
Mr. Griest
Ray
Launcaster
Calder
Dauphin
State Insane Hospital
Harrisbure
Counter Proposal On The Canal
Exclusive wire from The Associated Press reports Britain will reply to the U S Nicaragua canal project with a counter proposal rather than a flat refusal. The response likely entails extended negotiations and could involve Lord Pauncefote as the channel for communications.
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London
Associated Press
Great Britain
United States
Nicaragua Canal
Senate
Lord Patincefote
Amiement
Tragedy at Baku Fire Leaves Deaths and Destruction
Advices from St Petersburg report a large fire at Baku where ten factories and five depots burned, containing 35 million pails of naptha and refuse. Nine corpses recovered, 160 injured, 41 severely, six died. A relief committee is formed by Caspian and Black Sea companies to log losses and aid victims. Behibaew and Maktasehew plants spared, homeless families housed, relief funds solicited.
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St. Petersburg
Foku
Ths
Yellor
Tt Ie
Caspian and Black Sea Company
Rotheehilde
Paris
Behibaew and
Maktasehew Factoriea
Veiled Report From Pekin Yields Sparse Details
A terse dispatch from The Ampliated Prow notes limited information about a January event in Pekin. The piece mentions a Genin winter gathering and a touchpoint in New York, but few specifics are provided beyond the broad reference to a ceremony or meeting. The overall tone is concise and fragmentary.
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Pitti
Jali
New York
Late Queen Victoria Statue Reinscribed in Time
A fragmentary account notes a necu mient statue honoring the late Queen Victoria. The piece, carved decades ago, sits atop a prominent monument with a ceremonial act marking its place at a key public site.
Wilcox Case Hearing Details Loyalty and Letters
The Hawaii delegate Wilcox testifies before the House elections committee claiming loyalty to Queen Liliuokalani and denial of sympathy with the new government. He admits writing two personal letters amid confusion over U S attitudes toward Hawaiians and the Philippines.
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Wilcox
Lilioukalani
Phillippine
U. S
Washington
Hawaii
House Committee On Elections
Robinson
Indiana
Hawiii
United States
Congress
Bin
Hawaiian Islands
No Vote on Shipping Bill Stirs Senate Debate
A Senate session failed to secure a final vote on the shipping bill as opponents pressed for a delay. Support from Rep N Capone backed the measure while the naval appropriation bill was reviewed before adjournment with the naval bill still pending.
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Ty Vieluwire
Associated Proms
Washington, Feb. S
Senate
N. Capone
Sipport
Unclear Atlantic Shipping Arrivals Report
Exclusive wire reports arrival and routing notes show multiple vessels listed with origins such as Naples Liverpool Antwerp and New York. The fragmentary item names ships locations and routes in a dense telegraphic style.
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New York
Vel. S
Balwaria
Mutu Fburg
Kenington
Anwerp
Murat Ujemarek
Naples
Lamsila
Liverpool
Sianduu
Rotterdam
Bowlorne
Weetreulant
Antwerp
Oroaniv
Furrwisin
Bonthampton
Wocerland
Najlee
Moliinntl
Unclear historical report on mining scale and management changes
An exclusive wire report notes no changes in the mining scale after a year of effort. It states the joint center will audit management and references the Poport of Aequiscunminilitee with mentions of realiinms and enmn fiittee.
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Colughus
Genet Peale Enmn
Aequiscunminilitee
Centarien
Agement Vorerron
Baseball Warms Up As Leagues Seek Top Players
From the Associated Press a plan by the American League to raid Philadelphia National League talent is reported. Napoleon La Joie is claimed signed by the A L with delays over the Players' Protective association. James Collins of Boston may have accepted terms with Manager Mack yet to be confirmed. Beehles Lagote and others are named as potential targets with uncertainty over Delehanty and Thomas.
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Philadelphia
Feb
the Ledger
Napoleon la Jole
la Joie
Players’ Protective Association
Johnson
Mack
James Collins
Boston
Collins
Buffalo
Beehles Lagote
Shettieline Willl Love Fitek
Tdonabue
McFarland
Cross
Pratt
Sisgle
Retail business rising amid weather and supply constraints
The Associated Press notes stronger retail activity despite cold, with Marchantile demand in distribution and textile markets showing brisk but tight delivery. Steel and metal prices remain firm with forward supply shortages. new business is limited to small contracts as activity shifts to cautious levels.
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Poale
Faa
Qouilen
Modis
Murder of Envoys Shocks Transvaal Camp
An Associated Press report from Bloemfontein describes European envoys killed during a clash near General De Wet’s laager. Commandant Froneman shot Morgendall after a dispute over mule supply, and a second envoy, Mudley, was beaten.
Carnegie Deal and Morgan Ties in Steel Merger Talks
A controversial Carnegie deal discussed by The Associated Press outlines a potential $1,500 per share value for stockholders and signals a broad restructuring. The report notes negotiations involving Pierpont Morgan and steel interests, with hints of a new corporation formation and the Federal Steel Company’s president Thel Gary confirming ongoing consolidation plans.
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New York
Carnegie
Pierpont Morgan
Sen
Carnegies
Carenegle
Thel Gary
Federal Steel Company
Mono
Court Charges Merchant with Sale of Clean Murrarine
Exclusive AP report states on February day in Washington that Russell, a commission merchant of Cincinnati, stands charged with selling adulterated goods to the state dairy commission. Prosecutors allege evidence shows ignored standards and the case proceeds in court today.
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Wilkes-fatre
Dome
Eho
Russelh
Conmiadon Merchant
Cin
Wolley
Fragmentary wire despatch on Native American politics
An incomplete AP Topeka wire describes a Native Nation’s leadership changes and planned moves through cities. It mentions Kanee Oliv and the Stee Nation, noting warnings about death and shifts to Dew Molios and Ohiegen with assurances of continuing work under a father figure.
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Ansclated Press
Topeka
Kan
Nation
Alton
Fire gutting devastates Mary and Fourth Streets block
An exclusive wire report states the Guegenhelm building housing Mary and Fourth streets was gutted by fire today. Authorities estimate losses near $100,000 with surrounding shops damaged and injuries not yet confirmed.
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Prom. Tuehde
Ocol
Guegenhelm
Mary
Atresia
New Cuba Is Discussed at Cabinet Meeting
The cabinet debated the Cuban constitution and the possible need for an extra session of Congress. The president urged that a free Cuba be a reality, shaped by strong ties, and hinted at an inevitable extra session if Congress acts on Cuba. If this matter is settled, leaders aim to avoid an extra session.
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Wiese
Washington
Secnson
Congress
Cuba
Coli Lyn
Fallin
Fncongiiu- Mies
Mwel
Weather and local notices mix in morning issue
Weather predicts rain with general notices of Harrisburg politics, jury draws, and municipal affairs. Reports mention Representative Wilcox on a reform seat, theater gossip, and insurance laws, plus local religious news and Sunday plans.
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Pight
Harrisburg
Wilcox
Manus
Cala
Confirmations held up in Senate nominations gridlock
The Senate military affairs committee reported favorably on Major General Nelson A. Miles for lieutenant general and on three other major general nominations. Brigadier ranks were approved except for General Leonard Wood General Fred D. Grant and General J. Franklin Bell, who were held for further investigation. The panel showed no dissent to actions taken though not yet final. The sense in the committee favored advancing other confirmations first.
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Washington
Feb. S
Senate Committee On Military Affaires
Nelson A. Miles
Leonard Wood
Fred D. Grant
J. Franklin Bell
Ward
Well
Grant
Erie Wreck Victims Update on Injuries
Greenville Pa Feb 8 Injured in the Erie wreck Thursday are all rating well today Some were not injured as seriously as first reported The body of a Russville Ind man was identified as J T Dowell and sent there in the morning Major RK Jones of Governors Island NY is here to dispose of the bodies of Sergent Hart and Private Taterson and send the surviving members of the Twenty to their destination
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Greenville
Erie W
Russville, Ind
J. T. Dowell
Major & RK. Jones
Governour's Island
New York
Sergent Hart
Taterson
Twnth
Man Dies In Fire After Attack In Rural Indiana
Exclusive wire reports an elderly man, McCormick, living twelve miles north of Anderson, Indiana, was attacked yesterday and died in a fire started after being struck on the head. Neighbors found him in the burning house this morning unable to describe the assailant.
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Tiran
Anderson
Ind
Featherweight title bout ends in draw after ten rounds
In Baltimore a featured featherweight match between George Vinow of Baltimore and Henry Levine of Chicago ended in a dramatic ten round stalemate. Both fighters showed steady defense with no clear edge, leaving the verdict undecided and the crowd awaiting a rematch.
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Baltimore
Vel
George Vinow
Ehiery Lavine
Ore
Chicago
Nehor
Meleree Monte
Mohammedan Tensions Rise in Pekin Amid Foreign Demands
Foreign envoys meet to assess edict wording blaming Christians for unrest as 20,000 Mohammedans reportedly return to Pekin to provoke disturbances during the New Year celebrations. German troops tighten controls, and pressure grows on the court over Fuishing and Nan Su influence. American observers praise Chaffee’s potential promotion amid a flurry of congratulations to allied generals.
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Aletet
Sela
Chines
Nan Su
Prince Tuan
Pale Gigi
Eidhera A4
Chaffee
Insurance reports show record life company gains in 1900
The last annual statements from Equitable Mutual and New York Life show total in force at year start near 34 160 000 000 with Mutual Life of New York leading. Mutual’s reserve reaches 825 71. Its income tops sixty million and dividends near 2.5 million. all three anticipate a strong year ahead.
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New York
Peb
Equitable
The
Mutual
Hotte
Mutual Life Insurance Company of
Tts Busi- Neek
Died Suddenly Iron Manufacturer Meantime Father of Engine Works
An elderly iron founder and engine maker, longtime head of the Cooper Corlin engine works, died suddenly in Mendvilla Meadsville region. He had spent the day at health facilities and was last seen at home. His passing comes amid local tributes in Stuntingden County.
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Mr. Vernon
Clairles Cooper
Ailechooy Mountains
Cooper-Corlin Engine Works
Brown
Meadville
Kleeffley
Stuntingden County
Philadelphia and State Railroad Directors Meet Recap
A brief note from a special meeting of the Philadelphia and State railroad directors reports attendance and actions. The summary mentions a February session, a Wentievbvanta rye orm, and references to financial figures and past-year comparisons with general notes on division matters.
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Viiladelphia
Feb
Philadelphia and
Hite Railroad
Wentievbvanta Rye Orm
Spain
Carole
Caritas
Newt Priday
Pennsylvania Postmasters Named in State Labor Board List
Exclusive AP wire reports a list of Pennsylvania postmasters named to the state labor commission positions. Carroll D. weighs in as chief. George C. Worstall at Newton, Samuel C. Sober at Lirth, Henry Frindt at Lykens, Kilworth L. Riley at Ashley are listed among appointees.
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Anmsociated
Washington
Weseion
Caroll DD
Weieht
Maeuchawetla
Puninay Vania
George C. Worstall
Newton
Samuel C. Souber
Lirith
Henry Frindt
Lykens
Kileworth L. Riley
Ashley
Dividend Declared On Common Stock By Baltimore and Ohio
A two percent dividend was declared on the common stock by the Baltimore and Ohio directors. A similar two percent dividend was approved on preferred stock. The action was announced today from New York via the Associated Press.
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Associated
Preea
New York
Baltimore
Ohl
Manila Insurgent Ties Found With Carman Network
Reports allege that business leaders in Manila aided the insurgents after papers were captured from three members of General Calles’ committee. Major General Otis notes Carman’s role in market supplies and transport, while Fabella and Balbaa face scrutiny over insurgent funds and loans.
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Manila
Gaillos
Pageanian
Otis
Caree
Carman
Liamos
Fabella
Laguna de Bay
Offecrs
Balbaa
New York
Japan
Mariviles
Luzon
General Cailles
Chak
Piliping Bank
Cavite
Aguinaldo
Indung
Count Caserta Hailed by Hostile Madrid Crowd
The Count of Caserta, father of Perino Carles of Bourbon, faced a hostile reception in Madrid on arrival. Hoisted by a crowd outside the station, boos and chants followed him as he rode to the Duke of Calabria’s residence. The hostility stemmed from recent political articles and his role in Don Carlos’s uprising. Police intervened to disperse the crowd. two arrests reported.
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Madrid
Poh
Caserta
Perino Carles of Bourbon
The
Asturias
Infantas Te Hella
Palatia
Senor Campos
Duke of Calabria
Tade
Count de Coerta
Don Carlos
Wrreste
Muir
General Benjamin M Prentia Dies at Home
Exclusive AP report from Hetlany Missouri states General Benjamin M Prentia, a veteran of the Civil War era and noted Hero of Shiloh, died at his home today. He defeated Generals Holmes and Price at Het era and was the last survivor of the Fite John Morler court martial, prominent in the Grand Army of the Republic. He was 84 years old.
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Associated Press
Hetlany
Benjamin M Prentia
Valunterra
Chilsar
Tle
Holme
Price
Het
Ark
Grand Army of the Republic
Fire destroys string of Brooklyn Rapid Transit property
A large blaze tonight gutted storage and stable facilities belonging to the Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company in Brooklyn. The fire destroyed hundreds of cars and caused extensive damage to the car stable and related structures. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours with efforts hampered by dense smoke and intense heat. No injuries or specific losses beyond material damage were reported.
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Preae
New York
Fob
Plath
Brooklyn Rapid ‘Traesit Company
Brooklyn
Cine Hundred and Ten Com
Power House Burned in Omaha Street Nailway Fire
A large blaze gutted the power house at the Omaha Street Nailway Company causing total interior destruction of cars and machinery. The Associated Press reports significant losses estimated near 290,000 dollars.
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Omaha Street Nailway Company
Inc
Weather forecast for Wowkington February presented
Forecast notes uncertain as OCR text is garbled. indicates effort to predict weather including temperature and conditions for Saturday, with references to unclear places and names. No clear entities or concrete data available from the readable content.
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Philippines
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