Koontz and Kreps Clash Over Bribery Inquiry Expansion
In a crowded House session Speaker Farr presided as Koontz urged four new members for the bribery investigation committee and Kreps offered an amendment to expand the panel. The fight centered on hearing witnesses and how the probe should proceed with the existing committee discharging duties and a vote adopting Koontz’s resolution to enlarge the commission.
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Farr
Koontz
Kreps
Carvisburg
Miavel
House of Representatives
House
Mr. Koontz
Somerset
Lravery
Mestre
Krops
Franklin
Koonty
Voorhees
Philadelphia
Tighe
Lugerne
Sijinner
Fulton
Solid Committee
Moses
Robert KK. Young
Randall
Chester
Republians
Dixon
Philadelphire
Democrates
Koouwis
Cayhour
Conewell
Epwiker
Kounte
Fow
Stewart
Creasy
Columbia
Wichness
Bliss
Delaware
Busspoke
Voorhern
Witchesaces
Dumbauld
Fayelle
Messrs. Koonts
Romereet
Harris
Clearfield
FVK
Brooks
Eric
Richmond
McVean
Pumbauld
Fkinner
Filton
Jin
Senator J. I. Jones Receives Rest as Health Improves
Senator J. I. Jones of Arkansas shows steady improvement after a period of severe strain. Doctors say he is resting easily and free from pain tonight. The physician notes the exertion of attending to matters remains a concern but forbids visitors for an indefinite period.
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Woshington
Tay Dash
J. Ik. Jones
Arkansis
Rescue Ship Split, Stranded Crew Rescued Near Watloon
A vessel named The Ughter Timesl ran aground on William shoal three miles east of Watloon beach near Norfolk to Weston. Lifesaving crews arrived yesterday and reported the ship had broken in two yet all aboard survive with no reported casualties.
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Lower
Del
March
The
Ughter Timesl
Norfolk
Weston
KR. Lf
William Shoal
Watloon Beach
Lution
Senor Silvela Faces Stormy Senate Start
Madrid March 1 The inaugural appearance of Senor Silvela as premier in the senate was marked by a stormy session. He read the decree of dissolution while Count Palmenas struggled to speak, drowned by cries of Conspuex. The session closed amid uproar with cheers for liberty and the republic.
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d’Almenas
Senate
Madrid
Senor Silvela
Count Palmenas
Sener Slivela
iWferty
Chamber of Deputies
Chamber
Duke of
Navy calls for larger enlistment to man ships
Washington officials welcome Congress’s relief measure raising enlisted men to 17 000 though current totals fall short. With 17 200 to be available a risk remains of lacking crews for big ships Kearsage Kentucky and Albany while some vessels must be decommissioned to free men.
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Washington
Navy Department
Congress
Kearsage
Kentucky
Newport News
Albany
Armstrong's
England
Kipling Daughter Josephine Kipling Dead At 6 20 A M
New York March 6 Josephine Kipling daughter of the author died at 6 20 in the morning at the home of Miss De Forrest 121 East Thirty fifth street after illness with pneumonia. She had been relocated from the hotel for better care and was attended by Dr Janeway.
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New York
Josephine Kipling
Miss de Forrest
East
Josephine
Grenoble
Kipling
East Murt
Sugar refiners announce price advance in refined sugar
New York March 6 The American Sugar Refining company Arbuckle Bros and Howell Son & Co increased refined sugar prices by one cent a pound. Barrel sugar rose to 30. The Mollennauer Refinery, an independent firm, resumed operations today.
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New York
American Sugar Refining Companys
Arbuckle Bros
Howell Son & Co
Mollennauer
Tallot Cruiser Arrives From Merrmanda at New York
The Talbot, commanded by Captain Gamile, arrived in New York Harbor today from Merrmanda and anchored in the upper bay near Liberty Island. It was ordered to depart the dewty of Lord Herohell to Hogi and met by the United States revenue cutter Manhattan at the archorage.
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New York
Tallot
Gamile
Merrmanda
Upper Bay
Talbot
Tord Herohell
Hogi
Wig
United States Revenue
Manhattan
Liberty Island
Wilkes-Barre Visit by New York Syndicate Agents
Richard Vak er Jr John Rodner Hd Miller and M A Mill, representing a New York syndicate, arrived in Wilkes-Barre and today inspected a tie stone quarry on the mountain. The group discussed potential purchase of the quarry assets.
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Wilkes-Barre
Richard (Vaker, Jr
John Rodner
Hd Miller
New York
Piurchise
Iron Works Will Resume in Tamaqua After War Work
Tamaqua, Pa. reports the Yadoun iron works, overseen by the Wilkes-Barre committee, will resume operations with contracts on hand. The plant aims to complete the projects within a year, signaling a return to normal production after wartime pauses.
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Tamaqua
Marend
Yadoun Iron Works
Wilkes-Barre Comitellata
Angells at Albany Court as Gould trial opens
Witnesses Mary Angell and John Angell appear in Albany for the Cady case opening. The defense cites marriage rumors to Jay Gould and Mary Brown and letters involving Mrs Cody and others seeking funds while denying a Mrs Cody deposition of a non marriage to Gould.
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Albany
Mareh
Mia
Barah Anh
John Angell
Cady
Mire
Angell
Jay Could
Cooperville
Peruin
Mores Point
Mies. Seevin
Cody
Boehe
Mire Pierre
Ansell
Jay Gould
Vidas
Min
Tom
Cords
Alger Faces Appointments Dilemma Under Reform Act
Washington March 6 Secretary Alger faced a flood of congressional callers all pressing for appointments under the reform act. An estimated many percent of officers in the present volunteer army want to remain in service, while selections for volunteer officers under the new law are not yet made and may be deferred until regiments are recruited.
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Washington
Alger
Searview
Prosperity's Fruits and Wage Increases Across Firms
In Pittsburg on March 6 the Baker Chain company raised wages by 1 to 1 1d percent affecting 200 workers while the Schoen Pressed Steel strike continues and a 10 percent raise on Saturday failed to satisfy workers leaving the car department idle. Hollidaysburg reports puddlers at Portage Tron works gaining 25 cents per ton with other workers getting a 10 percent boost, affecting 50 men.
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Pittsburg
Schoen Pressed Steel Company
Hollidayeburg
Portage Tron
Duncaneville
Rumors in Molineaux Case Stir NYC Inquest
Rumor spread that Felix J Gallagher confessed. Assistant District Attorney McIntyre says no confession heard. Gallagher allegedly gave data to Captain McCluskey aiding the prosecution for the inquest.
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New York
Felix J. Gallagher
Roland BR. Molinevaux
Knickerbocker Athletic Club
MclIntyre
Gallagher
Cap
Ptain McCluskey
Kipling in New York Shows Signs of Improvement
Mr Doubleday reports Kipling has had a splendid day and is beginning to take nourishment. The condition remains serious though his mind works slowly and he has not been told of his daughter Josephine. The outlook shows gradual recovery though he remains near death’s door in the hospital.
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New York
Doubleday
German ships at Tangier press indemnity demands
German vessels arrived at Tangier to enforce payment of an indemnity to casualties of a Moroccan outrage. An authority described as the Renoviated Press correspondent reported the action in connection with the Tangier affair and the agreements reached previously.
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Kerlin
Ghins Carlott
Stench
Vorres
Tangier
Morocco
Robbers Enter Western Maryland Home Near Cave Town
Early morning robbery at the home of Mien Milan Waltz near Cave Town seven miles from the city in Lovelock. The aged resident, identified as Waltz, escaped with a companion, while police begin investigations and search for the assailants.
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Jingerstown
Maveh
Milan Waltz
Cavetown
Maryland Mall
Thir Clty
Lovelock
Conviction of Jane K Brown for killing Policeman Gebnayl
A morning ceremony in Trenton celebrates Jane K Brown for the kiting of Policeman Gebnayl at Hoteken. The event upholds the constitutionality of the jury law and the justice system.
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Trenton
Jane K. Brown
Gebnayl
United States Passively Handles Italian Open Door Issue
The United States remains passive as Italy seeks a lease on San Mun Bay and nearby islands to secure an open door in China. Washington refuses to act to protect American commerce, noting only a change if China trade is at risk. Conger notes quiet Pekin and possible influence from foreign guards, while the Chinese minister meets Secretary Hay.
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San Mun Bay
Washington
United States
San Mun Hay
Lelands
Commer
Peking
State Department
Italy
San Mun
Deere
China
Conger
Pekin
Hay
Poisoning Attempt Fails Against Camden Family
Camden March 6 authorities investigate an alleged poisoning aimed at killing a family. Mrs Rebbea Morgan widow and her son Henry plus Mrs Carter and children Mia Mara Carter and Willow aged 4 and Charles Applebach aged 40 became ill after breakfast prepared by Mrs Morgan. Doctor says symptoms match arsenical poisoning. Applebach and Mrs Carter were engaged to marry but the engagement ended last week. Detectives keep the suspect unnamed.
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Camden
N. J
Rebbea Morgan
Angele
Wiliams Street
Henry
Mia
Mara Carter
Willow
Charles Applebach
Motermini
Applebach
van Customary
Seriis
Carter
Susquehanna Flooding Impacts Sunbury Area
Sunbury reports a rapid water rise as the Susquehanna river fell to low banks. By March 6 the river advanced three inches per hour with low lands flooded but city flood controls shield property. Northward creeks were carried smooth by muddy flows and posed no serious damage yet.
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Sunbury
Cit
Williamsport
Explosion at Toulon Kills Soldiers and Marines
Fifteen or more corpses are believed recovered after a powder magazine explosion near Laseyne between Toulon. Victims lie buried in debris. Paris dispatch hints at a sergeant’s long running persecution leading to revenge and possible sabotage.
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Toulon
Laseyne
London
Paris
Expensive Fire at Wilkes-Barre Destroys Center Clot
A large blaze broke out at noon destroying a central bulge area described as the clot. Responders from Wilker- Bure and Maret fought the flames and secured the scene as damages ran high.
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Wilkes-Barre
Nordland Arrives in New York Amid Naplew News
Fragmentary text records Nordland arriving in New York on March 4 via Antwerp to report Naplew and an unclear entity Hbraitar-Ar ved Kim in New York. The readable items name locations and people but lack full context or dates.
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New York
Antwerp
Nordland
Nw York
Hbraitar
Arved
Kim
Naplew
Enon
Weather and Politics Roil Early Morning Edition
The morning edition reports cooler weather with a warm reception for the new Spanish premier. It notes political activity in Minnesota about military service and a looming vote on national matters. Local pages include accident reports and updates from Lackawanna Lumber Company.
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Minny Tribew
Malin
Armerican
Urelo Bom
China
Quay Refuses to Withdraw as Speculation Flares
Harrisburg March 6. Rumors say Senator Quay will withdraw this week and Col George S Hott of Greensburg could be his successor. Other chatter suggests Lancaster delegates might desert over a nephew removal by Governor Stone. Quay's managers deny all defections and insist their lines are intact.
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Harrisburg
Senator Quay
George S. Hott
Greensburg
United States
Senate
Quay
Lancaster
Mytin
Stone
Capitol
Will Sleep in the Castle as Choates Dine with Queen
The United States ambassador Joseph Choate and Mrs Choate will travel to Windsor this afternoon to dine and sleep at the castle. A royal carriage will take them from Claridges to Paddington. The master of the ceremonies will escort Mr Choate to the Queen. Mrs White is invited but ill. Levee at St James palace featured guests including former diplomat Wurtz Wilbour Cable and Weller.
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London
United States
Joseph H.hoate
Mre. Choate
Windsor
Castle
Choate
Claridges Hotel
Paddington
William James Colville
Queen Victoria
Salisbury
Salisbury Will Present Mrs. Choate
Mr. White
States
Mrs. White
Provisional Record Altercation Before Delaware House
The March legislative record shows Ward R. Biles presiding as the Friday session’s remarks surfaced on desks. Rawlings removed and later restored the disputed proceedings amid Republican and Democratic contention over irregularity and official record inclusion.
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Ward KR. Biles
Delaware
Rawlings
Mgr. Rawlings
Quaye
House
Aline
Fridass
Senate
War department to ship funds for Cuban army payment
Washington reports the war department arranged for dispatch of one million dollars to Cuba for paying the Cuban army. Funds will be shipped from New York by late week. Two to three paymasters will accompany the money and deliver it to General Brooke for transfer to Cuban authorities. A vessel to carry the funds has not yet been selected.
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Gen. Brooke
Washington
War Department
Cuba
Brooke
New York
Qg Dar
Bronke
Cupie
Worthington and Maret Engage in Noted Brawl
A scramble involving Worthington, Maret, and several named residents erupts in a confrontation near Fort Lanterme. Reports cite a 10 to 2 tally in favor of one side, with multiple individuals identified and ongoing investigations by local authorities.
Bennert Beats Pte in Seven Round Bout
Bennert defeated Pte in a seven round boxing match held at the era venue. The bout lasted throughout the night with Bennert gaining the decision in a closely contested contest.
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Pittebure
Mareh Teedack Bennert
Joven Pte
Eit
Benner
Siebidion
Veit
Wage Increases Announced By Heman Company Foley
A company named Heman announces a wage raise of a certain percent affecting the eminon labore. The notice mentions workers included on the payroll and outlines the impact on earnings.
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Deuteten
Bethie- Heman Company
Foley
Eminon
Shaw
Guy
Rebels Divided as Manila Tensions Rise in Philippine Conflict
Reports from Manila date March 6 describe unrest among tribes resisting Tagalog dominance as American forces plan an aggressive push before the wet season. Aguinaldo seeks seven million dollars for Spanish prisoners while U S Philippine Commission members tour the islands awaiting Colonel Denby.
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United States
Philippine Commission
Aguinaldo
Manila
Hong Kong
Baltimore
UN Malate
Charles Denby
China
Celine
Menby
Senator
Ohio
Tiey
Harrisburg Joint Assembly Deliberates on Midterm Ballot
In Harrisburg about twenty members attend a joint assembly meeting to ballot for a United States senate seat. Speaker and leaders debate timing and seating while readings and preliminaries proceed, as observers note the session engages in procedural choices and potential votes.
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Harrisburg
Mir Maan
Maghetly
Batturday
Baldwin
Porevich
Hobin
Polr
Pouldelphiia and Keeneington Dye Works Damaged in Fire
Fire at the Germante dye works of Keeneington and Allegheny wene caused estimated damages of $4.08 to structure and storage facilities. Max Soret is noted in the report as linked to the incident and the fire's origin remains under inquiry.
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Pouldelphiia, Moreh
Keeneington
Allegheny
Max Soret
Ty Fife Realisy
Washington Mace Statement on Presidential Offers
Fragmentary report indicates Washington Mace discusses a presidential offer to a candidate. The text also mentions individuals tied to Boston in a political context, though details and full names are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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