Battle Raging at Ladysmith
London dispatches report from January 6 that General White’s forces repelled a night attack on Caesar's Camp and indicate ongoing British plans near the Tugela. News notes Plumer’s Rhodesian force reaching Mochudi and possible Mafeking relief amid a widening general engagement.
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London
War Office
Buller, Frere
Tugela
Weenene
Baden-Powell
Mafeking
Plumer
Mochudi
Fort Tuli
Colesbury
Belmont
Pilcher
Cape Town
Bundesrath
Transvaal
French
Colesburg
New York Tenement Fire Claims Three Lives
A January fire in East Ninety-second Street killed three residents and severely injured seven. Firemen arrived late after the blaze began in the cellar, aiding women and children trapped on the front fire-escape. Raphael Picizzo saved his three children before dying from injuries after shielding others. Mrs. Sutherly and her baby were found dead inside the apartment with her son nearby.
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New York
East Ninety-second Street
Raphael Picizzo
Prank
To Cure La Grippe in Two Days
An old advertisement claims Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets cure la grippe in two days and refund money if it fails. It lists E. W. Grave’s 8 on each box and includes a price note of 25 cents.
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E. W. Grave
Shoes Sale Ad at Robins & Co
Ladies and misses shoes offered at fixed prices with many pairs already corrected. Boys youths and men’s styles to follow. Cash always accepted at F C Robins & Co.
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F.C. Robins & CO
Roberts Partisan Debate on Utah Polygamy Case Continues
The Roberts committee resumed hearings as Roberts argued that Congress had no explicit requirement to suspend plural marriages for Utah statehood. He praised Mormon patriotism while denouncing critics and warned of broader dangers to the American home. The committee planned further consideration and adjourned to next Wednesday without a final vote.
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Washington
Roberts Committee
Roberts
Utah
Congress
Schroeder
Taylor
District of Columbia
Carlisle
Fenians Plan Spring Raid on Canada
The Evening Post quotes a Clan Na Gael officer in New York who says an immediate invasion of Canada would be folly due to snow and cold. He predicts preparations along the line to exploit winter end and notes the South Africa war may not be finished by then.
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New York
Evening Post Today
Clan-Na-Gael
United States Army
Canada
South Africa
Germany and the Monroe Doctrine debated by Spectator
The Spectator argues Germany seeks global power with America as the rival and cites Germany counting on support from German voters in the United States to back a South American strategy. It warns the United States must ready a navy and army to uphold Monroeism or face humiliation and a stronger German influence.
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London
The
Spectator Today
Germany
America
England
Spectator
South Africa
William
United States
Brazil
Release of American prisoners reportedly confirmed
Washington reports confirm from General Otis and Admiral Watson the first releases of American prisoners held by Filipinos for months. Lieutenant Gilmore of the Yorktown is said to be among them, raising hopes that missing army officers like Major Charles M Rockefeller may also be listed. Released men are said to be transported by boat across Lingayen Gulf to Dagupan, near the railroad’s northern end from Manila.
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Washington
General Otis
Admiral Watson
Gilmore
Yorktown
Charles M. Rockefeller
Ninth Infantry
Otis
Lingayen Gulf
Dagupan
Manila
Clark allegedly bought speaker's vote in Montana inquiry
Henry C. Stiff, speaker of the Montana House, testified before the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee. Campbell pressed questions about McLaughlin's finances and possible improper solicitation of Stiff's vote by Senator Clark.
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Washington, Jan
Henry C. Stiff
Montana
House of Representatives
Clark
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Campbell
Stiff
McLaughlin
Actress Morrison Faces Murder Trial in Chattanooga
In Chattanooga on January 25, actress Julia Morrison stood trial for murder supported by her husband and court officers. The defense plans an insanity plea if self defense evidence fails. Twenty five physicians may testify to her mental state as details emerge from a dictation-heavy letter to Mr Harris.
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Chattanooga
Jan
Julia Morrison
Miss Morrison
Harris
Mr. Plaster of Paris
Leiden
Contempt Charges Filed Over Bribery Attempt in Kentucky
Senators Thomas and Crenshaw file information charging John H Whallen and Charles Ryan with contempt for attempting to bribe Senator Harrell. Conviction could bring a $15000 fine jail during the session and loss of suffrage. A House charge and joint investigation are planned.
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Frankfort iKy
Thomas and
Crenshaw
John H. Whallen
Charles Ryan
Senate
Harrell
House
Karl's Clover Root Tea advertised for indigestion
An old advertisement claims the remedy cures constipation indigestion and sick headache for women. It promotes Karl's Clover Root Tea with a 26 or 50 cent price and a money back guarantee at Eagle Drug Store.
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Karl
C. Wells & CO
Leroy, N
Eagle Drug Store
Universal praise for Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy cures croup
M V Fisher of Liberty West Virginia lauds Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a universal cure for croup and a trusted family treatment after years of use. Product advertised by Brown Bros Druggists and Flannelets with a special sale by F C Robins & Co.
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Union
Chamberlain
M. V. Fisher
Liberty
W. Va
Brown Bros
Advert: Clover Root Tea and Health Claims Item
A historical ad promotes Karl's Clover Root Tea claiming to improve complexion via purer blood and improved digestion. It lists prices at 25 and 50 cents and references Eagle Drug Store. Also advertised are wool blankets, speck prices, straw mattings, and mentions F. C. Robins & Co.
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Eagle Drug Store
Does This Strike You Muddy Complexions Cure Claim
An ad touts Karl's Clover Rot Tea as an absolute cure for chronic constipation and claims fifty years of sale with an absolute guarantee. The price is 24 to 34 cents and appears at Eagle Drug Store.
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Karl
Cts
Eagle Drug Store
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Silver
Scott & Bowne
London Paper
Merine‘Hose
Kentucky
Hood
Eagle Drug
STO
W. J. Bell
F. C. Robins & CO
PF. C. Robins & CO
F. C. Robins & CN
Winnemucca
Ord
G. W. Summerfie
Fead and
Sale Stahl
Castle Gate Coal
N. Owen, Třes
Pres
Chase
A. Ruckteschi
Winnemucca, Nevada
Railre
International Wu Saloon
Ouzy Club
KOO
B. D. Santina
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