Kansas farmers clash with liquor sellers in Leavenworth
Forty armed farmers acting as Nation crusaders surrounded the Lockers saloon at Millwood. Jointists opened fire. 160 shots fired. Rosa Hudson killed. Lockner brothers and others wounded. Inquest held next day. Carrie Nation jailed after night of singing hymns. Nation tried for wrecking the Senate saloon.
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Leavenworth
Kas
Nation Crusaders
Locker Brothers
Millwood
Rosa Hudson
Lockner Brothers
Webb
Two Miners Dead and Rescuers Face Tides of Snow
Victoria dispatch reports two bodies recovered with more likely to be found as rescuers work through deep shaft water and gas after a mine disaster. Several miners and a Chinese worker are accounted for, with crews pressed by heavy snow and rising fatalities.
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Victoria
B.C
Ti Ted
H. Raymond George Bennett
Vanver
Tartar Yesv
William Walker
Legttinne Walker, Jr
John Alilson
Duncan Munro
John Whytee
Thos Duncan
McInnes
William Crep
Turnbull
James Hal Hday
William Datis
Robert Fleck
Robert Steele
Anton Maffadio
Dan Metnnes
Uaten
Opposition to Speaker Henderson Likely in Next Congress
Washington Feb 19. Speaker Henderson expected to be re elected without opposition. Minority leadership may be contested by friends of DeArmond Missouri Lanham Texas and Sulz New York.
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Washington, D. C
Henderson
Richardson
Jeader
DeArmond
Missouri
Lanham
Texas
Sujz
New York
Nuisance Bill Moves to Connect City Sewers
At the council meeting Mr Muldoon urged City Engineer Thensen to link Twenty second and Twenty third avenues sewers with the south tunnel and allocate 3000 from the general fund to push the project. He warned of possible material delays from lumber shortages but pledged to prioritize abating the nuisance for the second ward residents.
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Muldoon
Thensen
Second Ward
Senate debates repeal of female worker hours bill in stores
In Olympia the senate struck a bill limiting working hours for women in stores and laundries, and another bill on criminal propagation prevention. A monument proposal for Washington volunteers was altered from Masonic cemetery plan to city park. A reappointment bill and Pierce County demands were discussed by Republican senators.
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Olympia
Aec- Pet
Caicun
Pierce County
Gas Question in a Nut Shell
A Beattie Washington reader notes the fight for gas rate relief, saying the state quo warranto case against the Seattle Gas and Electric Co. is likely to go to trial within two weeks. A victory would curb the company's hold and push toward fairer charges, while a federal injunction case remains uncertain. If the gas firm survives Beattie, it faces a choice between steep rate cuts or competing with a municipal plant.
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Minneapolis
Burke
Beattie
Seattle Gas & Piectric Co
Kidnapper Is Caught In Omaha Case
Eddie Cudahy identifies a man arrested Saturday night as the kidnapper who asked him to enter the wagon. Police refuse to disclose the suspect’s name. Later reports name James Callahan, a former Packing Co. employee, as the Cudahy suspect who may have confessed. He has been in South Omaha for a year, with another arrest expected.
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Omaha
Eddie Cudahy
Poece
Cudahy
James Callahan
Packing Company
Callahan
South Omaha
Donahue
Three Arrests in a Week for Cecil King Robbery
Cecil King, colored, was arrested early this morning by Patrolman Freeman on a robbery charge involving Jas Watt of 870. This marks the third arrest in the past week of the King woman on robbery charges.
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Cecil King
Freeman
Jas, Watt
King
Train wreck on Southern Pacific near Winnemucca kills six
Eastbound Southern Pacific limited crashes into a seven foot washout culvert near Winnemucca Nevada. Six people die and six are injured as the speeding train plunges into a torrent. Passengers describe the wreck and victims include Mrs Adelph Senne and others. Traffic is delayed for the day.
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Ban Francigco
Southern Pacific Railway
Winnemuca
Nev
Geo. ——O
Adelph Senne
San Francisco
C. R. Coulter
Nelsco
Mail Merk Schu
Disaster in Africa Reported by War Office
An official bulletin from the War Office says British forces at Wonderfontein lost contact with Gen. Smith-Dorr during a clash in Africa. It notes four men killed and describes the situation as a probable disaster with continued uncertainty about enemy movements.
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London
War Office
Africa
Wonderfontein
Smith-Derten
Derien
No Restraint on Judges Bill Defeated in House
Washington reports the House defeated the bill to define conspiracy and regulate restraining orders by a vote of 60 to 14. The session also considered the sundry civil and army bills with varying appropriations and a heated debate over wartime spending and Reconstruction.
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Washington
BD. CC
Cow
Missouri
Local Briefs Highlight Accidental Shot, Diphtheria Fears
Auburn reports Garfield Hart a 11 year old boy shot by accidental shotgun discharge. Arlington notes two diphtheria deaths last week raising alarm over possible spread. Mount Vernon covers German murder trial with 25 witnesses, expected to last a week.
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Auburn
Garfield Hart
Arlington
Mount Vernon
Hamilton Murder Trial Deliberations End in Uncertain Result
In Minneapolis on February 19 the Hamilton murder trial arguments closed and the jury retired with no sign of agreement. A verdict seemed unlikely as the panel remained out through the afternoon. A separate dispatch notes a push to tighten the Chinese Exclusion Act by the immigration commissioner.
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Minneapola
Hamilton
Day
Minneapolis
Washington, D. C
Imumtion
Contempt case decision copy awaited in removal matter
Federal Attorney Griggs said Sam might wait until a copy of the decision in the contempt case is received before the pretrial issues Judge Noyes to cate removal. Everett report notes treasury penalties totaling 2700 dollars from fines collected in gambling and vice cases.
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Washington, D. C
Fed
Griggs
Sam
Noyes
Cate
Everett
Gam
Queen of Servia Births Heir Sparks Legitimacy Battle
The queen of Servia reportedly gave birth to a son today after marrying Kin Alexander six months ago. Radicals plan to contest the heir’s legitimacy, triggering a major scandal in the realm.
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Apelgrade
Servia
Drags
Alexander
Theone
Man Charged With Grand Larceny In Clothing Theft
Police allege E Dawson stole clothing worth about $125 from a man named Y. Patrolmen Ryan and Griffith filed the charge tonight.
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E. Dawson
Grand Arceny
Ryan
Griffith
City files formal answer in AT and Franchi se case
The city and board of public works filed an answer to the Automatic Telephone company lawsuit seeking to dismiss Judge Tallman injunctions. W E Humphrey and five lawyers signed for the city, asserting the franchise is void, to be argued February 25 with McGroarty and Piles Danworth Howe teams. Three prisoners recaptured in Spokane incident.
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Automatic Telephone Company
Tallman
Board of Public Works
W. E. Humphrey
Bauaman & Kelleher
Clie & King
William Hickman
Eas
McGroarty
Piles, Danworth & Howe
Madi Grae feast opens with bright pageant in New Orleans
News from cities reports a cloudy start in New Orleans for the Madi Grae feast day, with sun returning as the pageant proceeds through principal streets. Other items note a Cincinnati marriage at the Longworth home and political shifts in Madrid as law and cabinet changes unfold.
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New .Orleans
Truman
Man Simma Detains Sailors by Bogus Telegrams
Victoria on February 19 reports Simma, boardinghouse keeper from Port Townsend, arrested for enticing sailors from the ship Dunstreff after sending fake telegrams to the captain claiming the crew could not be taken aboard at Port Townsend.
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Victoria
B. C
Simma
Port Townsend
Dunstreff
Armored-rifle test touts ship-sinking power of giant gun
A single shot from a colossal Gatchman gun costs 115000. Tests aim to prove the weapon can pierce any armor and sink any ship. Senator Hanna predicts a revolution in warfare.
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Washington, D. C
Gatchman
Hanna
Minnesota farmer seeks $15000 claim against Lord Salisbury
Vincent Stadtherr, a Minnesota farmer, walked to Washington to press a $15,000 claim against Lord Salisbury. He was committed to jail for days and will be examined to determine his mental condition.
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Washington
D. C
Vincent Stadtherr
Minnesota
Lord Salisbury
Canadian Ice Navigator Plans North Pole Flag Expedition
Ottawa reports Capt J J Bernier plans an early spring 1900s voyage to plant the British flag at the north pole. He will sail a 90 ton specially built craft with 12 men including six neten tists and six air crew.
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Ottawa
North Pole
J. J. Bernier
Everett Improver club buys Rockefeller electric franchise
The Everett Improver club has purchased the electric company franchise from the Rockefeller syndicate. JF Plurch holds additional franchises which he will immediately transfer to the new owner.
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Everett
Everett Improver Club
The
Eiectric Company
Rockefeller Syndicate
JF. Plurch
Uncle Sam rejects help in Waldersee expedition plan
Washington reports the U S government protests against Waldersee's projected expedition to Blagan Pu or through Chi Li province. Officials fear the armed move would ruin peace talks and kill hundreds of civilians. Cabinet decisions on withdrawing Chaffee or Conger awaited. Germany pressure to avoid conflict continues as Chinese officials face punishment changes.
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Washington, BD
Waldersee
Blagan Pu
Chi Li
State Department
McKinley
Gen
Chaffee
Conger
China
Buch & Atep
Prewure
Germany
War debate roars in British House of Commons
London reports show the first division vote in the Commons as the government’s war majority narrows. John Dillon triggered adjournment amid heated exchanges over impromptu questions, Churchill addressed MPs with praise and wit while war ministers defended British foreign policy and evidence claims. A later session denied any information of an imminent expedition and noted commanders would need fresh orders if one was planned.
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London
House of Commons
John Dillon
Winston Churchilh
Melr Kh
J Briain
Tish
Scarlatina Epidemic Strikes Columbia City
The city faces a scarlatina outbreak as the mayor health officer and city council intensify efforts to stamp it out. The secretary of public works urges citizens to report any known cases, and the move receives broad public approval.
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Columbia City
Ayer Pier
Deay
Cone of Public Works
Farmer in the Klondike plans Yukon farming rise
Dr John Brown, a Dawson denier known as the farmer in the Klondike, travels from Seattle to arrange early spring seed shipments. He studies Yukon valley farming and aims to prepare 8 acres near Dawson for planting as soon as frost leaves. He notes prices for livestock and beef markets as Yukon settlement supports agriculture.
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John Brown
Dawson
Klondike
Seattle
Yukon Valley
Yukon Council Meeting Notes On Territorial Treasury Thrift
In a Yukon council session the comptroller reported on the territorial treasury status and financial posture. The discussion focused on spending controls and revenue measures affecting the territory’s finances.
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Yukon Council On the
Territorial Treasury
City Council Allows Comptroller to Overdraw Bank Account
The council authorized the comptroller to overdraw the municipal bank account due to anticipated shortfalls in revenues. The move follows a prior report showing funds were overdrawn and was approved without debate as expenditures were expected to require it.
Extreme Cold Grips Europe Amid Snow and Ice
Paris reports extreme cold with heavy snow in the south paralyzing rivers. Switzerland and Italy endure freezing conditions as Rome records a severe snowstorm and widespread exposure deaths are reported.
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Paris
France
Switzerland
Italy
Rome
Rough Weather Describes Farallon Trip South
Captain Nord of the Farallon reports the roughest voyage down from Skagway with hurricane winds and heavy snow. Snowdrifts blocked the White Pass & Yukon road before departure, leaving sections at Sugomit and White House stalled. one train was halted at each location.
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Capt
Nord
Farallon
Skagway
Hall
White Pass
Yukon Road
Sugomit
White House
Miles May Retire Soon From Army Command
Washington Feb 16 The rank of Lieutenant General Miles could trigger an early retirement from army command. President McKinley reportedly told Miles that he would retire soon unless Generals Otis and Brooke are given precedence. Legally Miles could retire at 62, though he would not be required to until 65.
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Washington, D. C
Jen. Miles
McKinley
Miles
Otis
Brooke
Roosevelt Denounces Bear Tale As Fake In Indignant Speech
Theodore Roosevelt, visiting Coltonado Springs, expresses indignation at sensational depictions of his hunting trip. He claims no war correspondent was within 40 miles and defends the bear story as false while noting his fine health and satisfaction with the expedition. He mentions having killed 12 mountain game.
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Colotnado Springs
Col
Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Gambling dispute erupts after Royal restaurant owner sues Totem club
Samuel Cohn, Royal restaurant proprietor, charges Davery Carter H J Reed and W Dormer Totem gambling house owners with gambling in Judge Cann's court. Warrants delayed. hearing set for Monday. Totem and other houses opened despite tension amid alleged threats and counterclaims.
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Samuel Cohn
Royal Restaurant
Rat Avenue
Totem Club
Cohn
Occidental Avenue
W. H. McCray & Co
Carter
Reed
Wm. Dormer
Pingree Seeks Michigan Governor Post Again
Former Michigan governor Pingree traveling to Europe said he would run for governor again unless reforms are enacted. He hinted at political conditions and urged decisive changes before returning to the state.
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New York
Pingree
Michigan
Europe
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