Jeffries Retains Title After Knockout of Fitzsimmons
In a dramatic bout at Coney Island, James Jeffries defeats Bob Fitzsimmons by knockout to claim the world heavyweight title. The Californian weighed 204 pounds, dominated the late rounds, and stunned the crowd as Fitzsimmons fell. The scene turned chaotic as fans surged, but both fighters shook hands after the finish.
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Caucus on Finance Sees Republican Members Convene
New York June Senate Finance Committee met with Aldrich Jones of Nevada Allison Platt of Connecticut and Barrows present all Republicans no Democrats. Currency legislation from the House was discussed and subcommittees will be formed to study currency internal revenues and customs changes. Adjournment for lunch took place and fall sessions expected. The note ends with a mention of summer goods at reduced prices at M. Buti.
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General Otis to Lead Volunteer Officers Selection Plan
Washington June 4 cabinet discussed enlisting skeleton regiments in Manila from volunteers who wish to stay in service and then fill them with recruits. General Otis would select officers from volunteer corps to be mustered out. Plan aims for a veteran core, but no action taken. Also noted Nicaragua Canal commission names and army strength debate.
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Bland Illness Deepens in Lebanon State
Janet Bland reports that R. P. Bland remains in a stupor with no speech or response since yesterday morning. Doctors decline to specify the ailment, but relatives fear paralysis or brain congestion as the cause, and there is little hope for recovery.
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Affairs in Havana City Report on Forgery Probe
Havana June 9. Authorities pursue forged service certificates in the Cabina way. One wagon was arrested yesterday on this charge. About 125 examined yesterday. only 25 named on the roll. Paymaster likely to stay several more days. Cab strike continues with some newly hired drivers operating a few vehicles.
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Doctors Hold Final Session at American Medical Assoc
In Columbus on June 9 the final session of the American Medical Association concluded as delegates departed for home. Business from prior sessions was completed, and a resolution requested US government funding for delegates to the Brussels International Medical Congress. An executive committee was announced with Herdwan as vice chair and Mayo on the council, with numerous appointment details for delegates to the British Medical Association and the Lascaela Congress.
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Newark Missing Sailor Ship News From Montevideo to Valparaiso
The U S S Newark sailing May 17 from Montevideo bound for Valparaiso is overdue by several days. Secretary Long believes the ship is safe but dampened by possible delays from bad Southern Hemisphere weather and winter fogs near Punta Arenas with no cable connection. The voyage’s destination may have shifted with potential orders to turn toward Apia, making her Apia arrival unnecessary.
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County clerks recount amid ballot challenges in Eemeralda
Testimony by J M Miller and J T Dunn describes ballot safekeeping and recounts in Eemeralda and Humboldt counties. Five precincts were recounted with McMillan objecting to twenty one ballots and Sadler to six. Objections admitted for future decision as counts resume this afternoon.
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Agreement Reached in Boardman Estate Dispute
Marshalltown Iowa June 1 The agreement ends a contest over the will of Tatewillionaire Boardman. Temporary receiver is annulled and O J Conover, who married Boardman's daughter, is to adjust the estate. Mrs Boardman to receive about 800000 and relinquish dower rights to all real estate.
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Shooting Resumes At State Tournament In Buffalo
Buffalo reports a cloudy day as the State tournament resumes with major events including the Buffalo Audubon Club at fifty targets with a 3 entrance fee and the New York State Dean Richard Trophy event for live birds with a 25 entry. Top teams compete while the prize pool awaits final calculation. The Silver State wire notes L A Hankey appointed receiver for Howard Larkwood & Company amid dissolution actions. The Kansas floods report 190 feet of Santa Fe track washed out north of Wichita, five thousand acres underwater, and the Arkansas River at its highest since 1877 with rapid rising water and a spill expected within twenty four hours.
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Strike Settled or Nears Settlement at Smelters
Denver June 9 The Union organized by smelter workers has been recognized by American Smelting and Refining. A conference with Jaret J Grant, chairman of the advisory board, yielded a demand for an eight hour day with wages for eight hours at ten to twelve hour rates. Grant offered 1891 wage scale plus 10 percent, with hourly pay and option to work beyond eight hours. The union will submit the company proposal. if no agreement a Board of Arbitration may hear the case. Samuel Gompers says the strike danger is reduced and terms for eight hours should match ten to twelve hours.
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Doubt Over Police Interference Reassures Boxing Fans
New York on June 9 reports police threats to stop the Simmons Jeffries world heavyweight title fight have eased. Brooklyn politicians allegedly pressured authorities, but betting odds now swing toward Fitzsimmons as fans arrive from across the U.S. to see the bout proceed to a decision.
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Iron Men Strike Sparks Labor Action Across Tasks
Across multiple plants in St. Louis and Chicago, iron workers and shopmen demand eight-hour days amid 10 to 13 hour shifts. Backed by the Federation of Labor, the union action targets Northwestern Iron Works and Ex welder Wire Rope Works with potential night shifts leading to a broad strike.
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