Desperate Queens Fate Amid Peace Delegates Start
In Tokyo and London dispatches dated June 13 reports record officials urging restraint on inflammatory material. Japanese ambassador Komura defended actions, saying negotiations with Washington and Tokio proceed normally with no justification for alarm. Queen Alexandra opened a charity fete in Guild Hall, London, expected to raise over $100,000 with royal attendance and duties. The Hague peace conference delegates departed for the talks to begin sessions the following day.
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London
Komura
Preas
San Francisco
Washington
Tokio
Guild Hall
England
Rooglds
Ata
John Jacob ‘Astor
Whitelaw Reid
Mra
Charles Dana
Gibson
Marshall Field
Alexandra
Od 2
Princess of Wales
Princess Victoria
Princess Christian
Immigration restraints and Japanese laborers decline
A San Francisco report notes Congress restricts Japanese immigration and the country effectively limits Asiatic entry. It cites arrivals of ninety-four Japanese men and twenty-one women, with broader impact on labor movement. Also reported is the death of Major William P. Butler, a well known Illinois National Guard officer from the Spanish-American War era.
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San Francisco
Congress
Bloomington
William P. Butler
Ilinois
Editor Taken to Asylum in Kentucky and Other Dispatches
A report from Jamestown exposition notes the body of a Minnesota launch casualty found in Hampton Roads and identified as Coxswain Robert H. Dodson. William Thompson of Port Huron Michigan, sister of Judge Pratt, travels to Chicago for a short visit before returning home.
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Norfolk
Minnesota
Hampton Roads
Robert H. Dodson
Federation of M R Grows Reports Growth and Legal Battles
Denver June 13 The Western Federation of Miners reports fifty one focal wave bees organized and over fifteen thousand new members admitted by initiation for the year ending March 31. James Kirwas acting secretary treasurer says the federation replies to mine owners’ actions attempting to disrupt the union by kidnapping officers and charging crimes. Membership runs to forty thousand with Moyer Haywood defense fund at 87 787 disbursements 79 516 salaries for Moyer and Haywood $150 monthly each while imprisoned in Idaho.
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Denver
Anld Jamea Kirwas
Tressurer
Western Federation of Miners
Colorado
Idaho
M ‘Aundow
Cy. Atone
Moyer-Haywood
Zion City Overseer Voliva Defends Church Against Receiver
Wilbur G Voliva, self styled general over seer of Zion City church, answers Receiver Hatelys petition to sell Zion City property. He claims John Alexander Dowle was insane when the church will named an overseer and says Lewis knew Dowle was insane and is aiding the receivers effort to disrupt the church.
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Chicago
Wilbur G. ‘Voliva
Zion City Church
Zion City
Voliva
Johng A. Lewis
John Alexander Dowle
Lewis
Stock broker Appleyard declares insolvency on exchange
Philadelphia June 13 announces insolvency of a member of the Appleyard syndicate. Appleyard caused a sharp drop by selling thousands of shares of United Gas Improvement, vanished after the act. He headed a group that once aimed to control a chain of banks, including City Trust of Philadelphia, which failed and remains under receivership.
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Philadelphia
Stock Exchange
Appleyard
United Gas Improvement Company
Appleyard Syndicate
Buffalo
Washington
City Trust Company
Doctor Costly Attempted Suicide Over Bills
Pittsburg June 13 An 85 year old employee of Westinghouse Air Brake company Wilmerding Joseph Springer shot himself in his room on Airbrake avenue Deathly ill he had complained about exorbitant physician fees and refused to call a doctor choosing to end his life with a revolver He is reported to be dying.
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Pittsburg
Joseph Springer
Westinghouge Air Brake Company
Wilmerding
Airbrake Avenue
Springer
Taft Visits Minnesota University Address at Graduation
June 13. Taft delivered the commencement address at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis Armory before more than four hundred graduates. He urged practical politics and commented on educated citizens' obligations. A Minneapolis banquet followed with speakers including Archbishop Ireland and Governor Johnson. He planned further visits to St Paul and Fort Snelling.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Taft
Minneagolia
University of Minnesota
Northup
T the University
Tattpasa
W. Beloudburnt
National Editorial Association Concludes Annual Convention in Jamestown
Norfolk Va June 12 The National Editorial Association wrapped up its annual convention with a morning session highlighting remarks from prominent editors including John Temple Graven Crosby G Noyes Will F Parrott and Ewing Herbert A midday trip to Jamestown Island followed as reporters discussed Roosevelt and the press The conference plans to elect officers and set next year s meeting place and many editors intend to stay to visit Richmond Virginia battlefields and regional coasts.
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Norfolk
National Editorial Association
Seanson Ainte
Sdd
John Temple Graven
Atlanta
Crosby G. Noyes
Washington
Will F. Parrott
Waterloo
Iowa
Ewing Herbert
Hiawatha
Kansas
Jamestown Island
America
Middle
Richmond
Virginia Battlefield
Baltimore
Journaliem
Jamestown
Jamestown Exposition
Crosby, Noyes
Washington Star
Noyes
John” Smith
Gustan
Roosevelt
Tien
Pawnee Bill Show Performer Injured in Train Depot Accident
Dutch Myers, a performer with Pawnee Bill's show, fell under a train at the Burlington depot this morning. He suffered the loss of both feet according to reports from Dubmyns.
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Jane
Dutch Myers
Pawnee Bill
Burlington Depot
Josing
Myera
Biennial convention of Catholic Order adjourns at Cedar Rapids
The biennial convention of the Catholic Order adjourned after electing officers and naming Cedar Rapids as the 1900 convention host. Officers reelected include Chief Ranger F O Connor New Hampton Vice Chief Eugene Walsh Dubuque Secretary Joseph A Palen Dubuque Trustees Joseph Forkenbrock New Hampton Walter McClure Greene B J Donohue Sioux City Delegates and alternates chosen for the 1900 St Paul convention list names from Dubuque Clinton Cedar Rapids Davenport Bronx City and other towns.
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Chiliton
Court of Catholic Order
Cedar Rapids
Ranger
F. Oe O'Connor
New
Hampton
Vica
Reagée
Eugene ‘Walsh
Sciinton
Leu
Jooech A. Palen
Dubus Ortetasbdic
Aes H. Meurer
Dubuque
Joseph Forkenbrock
New ‘Hampton
Walter McClure
Greene
J. Donohue
Sieur City
Bt. Paul
J.J
Ott
J. W. O’neill
Clinton
M. J.healy
F. B
O'Connor
Naw Haupton
J. F. Brown
Delmar
Alterpates
OL. Bendlage
Marshalltown
Cumsaluis
Rock, Valley
J.D. Callahan
Bronx City
Dod. Murphy
Hikader
Ajto Mayer
Bancroft
John Ryder
Dubugee
A. W. Conway
Anamosa
J. Denkbom
Dyersville
Dog Carries Dead Man Head Mystery In Michigan
Residents of Emmet County report a dog dragging the head of a well dressed man about 45 into Carp Lake village. The owner traced the dog to woods where deputies found a headless corpse. Coroner and sheriff excavated the site, body unearthed and buried at Levering. no missing person listed. Murder and robbery suspected.
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Potoskey
Mich
Emmet
County
Carp Leke
Levering
Inside Inn Post Card Tour at Jamestown Exposition
A series of postcards from the Inside Inn visitors recounts the travel party’s early June arrival in Norfolk and Jamestown for the Jamestown exposition. Reporters note comfortable accommodations, ship visits to the Connecticut, and a busy schedule including church services and the president's escort. The accounts highlight the scenic Potomac and Chesapeake water, with about two thousand guests lodging at the Inn and preparations for further events.
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Norfolk
Exposition Grounds
Daily Reporter
Inside Inn
St. Louis
Matt Parrott
Jamestown
Washington
Potomac
Emma W. Hawkins
Willson
Ian
Snelde Inn
St. Mary's Church
Dee
Lena'schmitt
Chesapeake Bay
Potomas
Connecticut
U. S Navy
Metropolitan
Allan
Waterloo
Parrott
Florence L. Mccoy
Norfolkh
Deep Water Pier
101 Ranch Band
W. J. Hotch
Iss
Inn
Potomac River
Chesepeake Bay
Capitol probe reveals treasury books reviewed by auditors
In Harrisburg Pennsylvania the capitol investigation tied to a new scandal involved pensioner William L Mathnes, former state treasurer, seen late at night with a treasury clerk. Auditors have thoroughly examined treasury books over the past three months.
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Harrisburg
L. Mathnes
Capitol
Treasury Department
Treasury
Capitol Investigation Commission
Secretary Metcalf boat Dolphin reaches navy yard
Washington reports the boat Dolphin with Secretary Metcalf and party arriving at the navy yard at 110 Yelock after a James River trip was delayed by heavy rain. Poor telegraphic communication prevented advance notice to friends about the late return.
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Washington
Dolphin
Metcalf
Navy Yard
Yelock
James River
Gas Drum Explosion Destroys Man's Leg at Street Fair
At a Ladd, Illinois street fair a gas drum exploded near a fish fry tent injuring Jordan, an engineer with the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul road. He was blown ten feet away and badly injured, with leg amputation likely. The blast damaged nearby state building fronts and toppled tents. the fish fry proprietor escaped with minor injuries.
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Vaellay
Ladd
Jobin
Jordan
Chicago
Milwaukee
St. Paulz
Jordan ‘Wan
Steamer Ohio of White Star Line Grounds Near Cape Nome
Reports from Cape Nome state that the steamer Ohio of the White Star Line ran aground there yesterday and four persons were drowned. The disaster adds to maritime losses reported along northern routes.
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Victoria
B. C
Cape Nome
Ohio
White Star Line
Yeaterday
Wheat prices slide as heavy selling hits Chicago board
In Chicago on June 12 heavy selling of wheat by long and short accounts on the board of trade pushed the September contract down over three cents from the day’s high. Large blocks of wheat were traded, with traders reacting to market pressure.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Shipbuilding Plant in Chicago to Close Permanently
The Chicago Ship Building Company plant in South Chicago will be permanently closed with machinery and materials moved to Lorain Ohio. O C Miller has returned from a business trip to Chicago.
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Chicago
Chicago Shipbuilding Company
Lorain
Ohio
O. C Miller
Law Enforces False Jewelry Stamp Prohibition Nationwide
Washington June 38 The federal law banning false clamps on gold and silver articles entering interstate or foreign commerce takes effect. Manufacturers urge state action to mirror the statute and stamp laws to curb widespread fake jewelry and silverware bearing counterfeit marks and protect domestic trade.
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Washington, D. C
Association of Manufacturers
Quiet Day for President Roosevelt Vacation Opens Quietly
Oyster Bay on June 13 reports the first day of President Roosevelt’s vacation began with no visitors and a calm schedule as announced, reflecting an expected peaceful pause.
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Oyster Bay
Roosevelt
Vegun
Journey to Jamestown Exposition and Navy Review
Travel notes from June 9 recount a Potomac to Chesapeake Bay trip aboard the Jamestown with visits to Norfolk St Marys Church and the Olympia ship. The writers describe the hospitality of editors party, Roosevelt’s anticipated arrival, naval displays, and a mass experience with a large choir.
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Washington
Faricott
Medary
Iowa
Yaan
Parrott
Potomac River
Chesapeake Bay
Old Polat Comfort
Hampton Roads
Roosevelt
Maget
Norfolk
Patti
Mr6. A. M-Downe
Urick Re-Elected President Of Iowa Labor Federation
Keokuk June 13 The Iowa Federation of Labor elected A L Urick Des Moines president A J Cromkhite Cedar Rapids vice president and J H Striet Sioux City secretary treasurer The next convention will be at Clinton Judge Platt granted temporary injunction in the divorce case of Emma Storm vs Charles H Storm The court notes the couple have taken their daughter to other cities than Cedar Falls and Waterloo
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Keokuk
Iowa
Iowa Federation of Labor Today
A. L. Urick
Des Moines
A. J. Cromkhite
Cedar Rapids
J. H.striet
Sioux City
Clinton
Platt
Emma Storm
Charles H. Storm
Htave
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Orchard Tells of Confession and Conversion in Haywood Trial
In Boise on June 13, Orchard testified under cross examination about his confession and conversion after the Steunenberg murder. He described making the bomb with Jack Simpkins, the plan to use it in the governor’s vicinity, and his emotional breakdown during questioning. The courtroom grew hushed as he recounted McParland interviews and his spiritual turn, including his Boonville past as a Mason and a tense reunion with former Governor Peabody where Orchard expressed remorse for not killing him.
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Boise
Willen
Haywood
Orchard
Richardson
Steunenberg
Caldwell
Jack Simpkins
Steinsaberg
Stoumenberg
Orchard War
Atemanberg
Witer
Avelage Beapenere
Overnor
Richard
McParland
McFarland
King David
Smurderer
Defenge
Detective McParland
Bob Wetter
David
Uriah
Canada
Colubra Lodge
Boise City
Idaho
Peabody
Fies
Hawley
Tas
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St Mary's Church
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Strest Farro
Frente
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Janestows Exposition
Mr. Parrott
MULL
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Admiral Dewey
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