Little Sister Seeks Christmas Stamp to Santa
A New York World excerpt describes a postal clerk’s patient handling of a fragile brown paper package addressed to a child’s brother. A girl in line asks for a stamp for a delivery to a loved one, and the clerk is moved by the moment, showing human warmth amid routine holiday work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seoul
New York World
Winder
Pian
Santa Claus
Lainy
Angela
Abe
Anki
Oleck
Fara
Christmas Wish Turns To Cold Reality For Girl
A Hebron child pleads for a penny parcel to her late brother at a shop counter. The clerk returns the package as she cries, tears and heartbreak filling the moment, while others in line react to the hardship and the broken Christmas dream.
Empress of Austria Assassinated in Berne Hotel
The Empress of Austria was assassinated today at a Berne hotel by an anarchist. The suspect was arrested. The Empress, born in 1847 as Elisabeth of Tuscany, was married to Emperor Francis Joseph and had three children. News notes an enthusiastic crowd at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eed
Vone
Berne
Switzerland
Geers
Maximilian of
Tavario
Francis Joseph, Draperar
Austria
Ateh Puehees
Gisela
Pennsylvania Tube Works to Power Plant by Electricity
Pittsburg Sept 10 Immovements are under way for a complete 12 tic plant on Secon avenue to cost SECU and to run entire operations by electricity Henry Rhodes general manager leads the arrangements for the revolutionary change This will be the first large frontil in the United States to autopa electricity for power
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penbeylyoita Tube Works
Camipkote
Hicetle
Pittsburg
Ie Pennsylvania Tube Works
Secon Avenue
SECU
Aml Uie
United States
WB. Rhodes
Ben Af
Hospital Mismanagement Reported Amid Staffing Shortages
A garbled text from CHATTANUGGA recounts alleged hospital mismanagement and volunteer efforts. The piece notes Sept 12 dates and mentions patients and staff in unclear terms, with references to remedies and investigations into conditions and care quality.
Chicago greeting marks arrival of relief ship
A dispatch describes the arrival of aid from a relief effort in Chicago. The report notes several ships and individuals involved, detailing landing observations and the assistance provided to the sick as gratitude and recovery efforts commence.
Turks Prepare Ultimatum as Dawn Ties Combat Ends
Dispatches report an ultimatum issued to Turkey as forces in Candia and Crete prepare for potential renewed bombardment if terms are not met. Front communications note unity among allied troops and readiness to resume hostilities if demands are not promptly complied with.
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Candia
Bas Felke
Retina
Falcon Island Destroyed in Yokiunda Actlan Crisis
Lerlah Victoria reports Sept 22 that the steamship Micwéra carried news of Falcon island disappearing amid a conflict between Tonga Tage and the Haniai groups as hostile forces move through the area. The isolation, possible casualties, and regional disruption raise alarm for nearby settlements and shipping routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falcon
Lerlah
Victoria
B. C
Micwéra
Falcon Island
Tonga
Tage
Emperor Fray Joseph mourns after dramatic crime
Swiss and Austrian authorities react to the assassination of an empress. The Germanic and Austrian governments announce proclamations of horror and mourning. Doctors report a fatal incised wound and the assassin is identified as Lui fini, with investigations into anarchist links continuing as crowds mourn and flowers rise at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lerne
Switzerland
Federal Council
Fray Joseph
Federal
Gervera Cantaunk
Geneva
Deerening
Reverdil
Meyeraus
Ss Camsek Hs
Chardeter
Witeh
Jieva
Elizabeth
Bels Doseph
Austria
Alpes
Luiinis
Luifini
Tie
Vienon
Ivat
Wehees
Marie Valerie
Mei
Schoenlaraun
Pringe
Stephanie
Thimastel
Isana
Tula
Burgplatz
Amie
Mvsssages
McKinles
Aperey
Filipina Commission Arrives in San Francisco for Parish Aid
The Filipina commission of three appointed by the insurgent government travels from Manila to San Francisco to advocate for Philippine independence at the American conference. The mission, led by Garli? and supported by the insurgent government, seeks recognition and autonomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eir Arrivn
BPAY
San Francista
Leen
Aguinaldo
Paria
Hone Rang Mt
San Prinesseo
Atemmior
Manila
Theos
Philippines
Esterhazy Mystery Deepens Over Forgery Case
Reports from Paris unfold as Esterhazy remains missing amid rumors of self harm and forgery. The German ambassador warns Paris to avoid claims tying William II to the Dreyfus affair while police raid presses and seize editions amid public uproar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paria
Count Munster
M. Delcase
Dunster
Breyfus
Iclris
Stuperor
William
Paris
Ehera
Mme. du Pays
Wich
Esterhazy
Lim
Apapey
Belte Jie Tennr
Te Triapa
Exterhazy Dia
Forps
Ester
Celal
Eros
Dover
Olen
Dreyfus
Asterbazy
Nore
German-US tariff reciprocity talks denied
Washington Sept 12 The German ambassador Dr von Hellen stated Germany has not demanded equal duty reductions for German products under a reciprocity plan. The German envoy said the claim is unsound and no formal arrangement exists.
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Euler
Rakbige
Pune
von Helleben
Atale
Germany
Nimk
Rtaley
Gud Lie Gineman
Wade
Dingley
Shark tooth saga shocks Missouri town with strange claim
In Columbia Missouri September 12 a boy died after handling a shark tooth said to come from a captured shark during a battle near Santiago. A young attorney Navida Rhuon received the tooth from Vir Tebert with a letter describing a ferocious fight and sailors escaping, then the tooth changed hands and allegedly caused a wound.
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Missouri
Sophie Bey
Columbia
Rewng Dolisan
Navida Rhuon
Vir
Tebert
Triachey
van Hie Kewark
Santiago
Morrecastle
Emilara
Newark
Mc Ilanton
Remus Johnson
Renna
Prosecutor Vows to Halt Proposed Fight in Buffalo
District Attorney Becefick says he intends to stop the planned boxing bout between Frank Erna and Eid Larigne booked at the Hapilocens Athletic Club in Cheek. The action targets the event amid local efforts to proceed with the fight.
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Tiuffalo
Becefick
Frank Erna
Eid Larigne
Hapilocens
Cheek
Lester's Grain Debts Paid and Wheat Deal Settled
Chicago Sept 12 Joseph Lester clears debts tied to a vast cash wheat scheme. About 14 million bushels were sold abroad and domestically, profits distributed, with the remaining obligations to be reimbursed to his father. Levi & Lester placed liens on downtown properties including Grand Pacific hotel and Carson Pirie Scott to cover the debts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Joseph Lester
Sir
Acmour
Joseph
Artainur
Mmi
Penvey
France
Levi & Lester
Mort Gates
Amon
Grand Pacific Hotel
Jackson Loutevard
Washington Street
Joseph Leiter
Adams Street
Avnone & Co
Peavey
Fragmentary report of Khartoum area clashes near White Nile
A partial and garbled dispatch describes a nighttime clash near a White Nile town on the western bank with forces described as white troops. It reports heavy fire and casualties, with unclear names and locations due to damaged text.
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Omancinand
Khalifa Abdalla
Lashola
White Nile
Taullay Khartown
Bhality
Kilelie
Fontain
Gymnoabrang
Whiter
Attempted assassination near Wilhemina enthronement
fragmentary report describes an attempted killing during royal enthronement events near Wilhemina, involving a revolver fired from a balcony. no clear outcome or suspect details are provided, and the text remains obscured by garbled OCR.
Arbitration blocked amid border dispute talks between Argentina and Chile
Negotiations on the Argentina Chile boundary clash stall as the Chilean commission refuses to approve presented treaty texts and demands strict adherence to existing accords. The plan to press treaties by September 10 falters as officials seek clearer terms while authorities from Detroit and Algiers are noted in transit with Governor Pingree nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tienes Ayvea
Argentina
Gal. Xj
Chile
Pensions And Postmaster Appointments Listed
Postmaster appointments granted yesterday include Sah netan, Lealle Cambirlend, David Fo Tidenour, Marion C. Lob del Lalera, John Meper, Nemiou, and Beth Grai Hedekiee-Jacem O Hotd. The proclamations reveal extended authority for departmental officers and a roster of new pension designations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murther
Washington
Bent
Etal Ie Sahnetan
Amen VW
Lealle
Cambirlend
David Fo
Tidenour
Bad Ito
Marion C. Lobdel
Lalera
John Meper
Nemiou
Beth Grai
Cigarette Tax Injunction Battle Faces Polk County
In Des Moines, September 12, the American Tobacco Company sought a temporary injunction to halt the 500 cigarette tax. Judge Dison deferred ruling as counties contested interstate commerce limits and origin labeling for shipments from St. Louis to Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Amerpany
Dishep
Sam
Fam
Jittle Us
OW. Moore
Fourth Street
Janeview
Polk
St. Louis
American Tobacco
Tobnero Company
Hidden Persion: Civil War Era Letters and Remedies
Fragmentary OCR text recounts Civil War era scenes of women and soldiers, including a memorial tone and references to Mrs Houseweart, Pink Pills for Pale People, and home remedies. It mentions literature and Christmas customs with a note on the prince of Wales and royal nursery insights.
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Brian
James
Weir
Teewen
Houseweart Faken
East Dr
Navy
Jogee Belk
Dr Pia Medicine Co
Boda Tady
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Slamaeh
Iver Amd Biced Ieee
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Hobson
New York
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Walla
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Aith Holgen
Nmrs
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Colo. Mo
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New York City
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Gilwer H. Payne
Homer
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Tinitata
Senouk Fn
Lester
Wilhelmina
Strecht
Ian
Winnie Tn
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Hare
Tetroit
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American Tobacco Company
Fort Dulge
Jamen
Enitentiurs
Ane
Yaving Gorge
Nce
Pranklin
Ktuwe
Wainbahlt
Wage Apako
Wan Spayde
Wehaler
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Iaenosin
Kady
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Vealy
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Webster County
Tes Moines
Tawa Cagin Keller
Thes Moines
Lawa Cuban Relief Committee
Govenor Shaw
Cua
Tuntien Seellack
Ame Campton
Prince of Wales
England
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Wolvels
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Belis
Maes St. Deepele
Erltun
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