Tornado Devastates Eddy and Kay County Oklahoma
A major tornado crossing roughly fifty miles in width struck eastern Kay County and Eddy Oklahoma, leveling the town of Eddy and destroying most buildings. Reports say several people were killed and others injured as debris and smoke spread for miles, with further destruction noted near Tonkawa and Blackwell. Wheat fields west of Blackwell were ruined, though farmers remain financially stable.
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Ferry
Okla
Kansas
Oklahoma
Kansas State Line
Hall
Kay
Grant
Kay County
Eddy
Tonkawa
Hlavkwetl
Crawford
Wichita
Kan
Blackwell
Old Soldier Packs Refuse Duty and Cats on Ocean Liners
A rambling tale recalls cunning pack mules in distant campaigns as weary soldiers joke about packing limits. It then notes cats aboard ocean ships kept for rations and pest control, plus a bear cub sighting and a farmer’s poultry guidance.
Sowing Heardbass Barley Profits in Varying Soils
A Rural New Yorker note argues heardbass barley yields more bushels per sore and weighs heavier per bushel, making good dairy and hog fattening feed and suitable for laying hens. It pays on good ground but not on poor soil, ripening three to four weeks before oats and before wheat.
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Bonanega
Oregon
Chapman
New York
Harley
New Yorker
Census figures show 16 602 incorporated places nationwide
The census bulletin reports 16 602 incorporated places, 38 cities with over 100 000 residents, and three cities above a million in 1900. It notes 47 percent of the population lives in towns and cities, with New York leading in urban share and several states above two thirds. Mississippi has the smallest urban percentage.
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Washington
New York
Chicagou
Philadelphia
State of
Massachusetts
Iliois
Rhode Island
Pennsylvania
Colorado
Connecticut
Sissippi
Bank Comptroller Reports Unusual Bank Growth in 1900s
Comptroller of the Currency reports a record expansion in national banks as of April 26 1900 with 464 banks and total resources vastly higher than prior years. Deposits and loans show large year to year increases while reserves edge upward. the period marks historic growth in the banking system.
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Washington
Dune
Wisiness
Bel Ly Treasury
New Maximite Shell and Fast Torpedo to Test at Sandy Hook
The navy plans trials of a Maximite filled explosive shell costing 25 000 per shot that could sink a 5 million battleship and a lightning speed torpedo reaching 45 miles per hour. A steel target with heavy armor will simulate battleship conditions to measure effects. Boston conductors noted for multilingual skill and diplomas are highlighted along with eggs and dust baths as unrelated topics.
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United States Navy
Sandy Hook
Hudson Maxim
Children in Spain in Seville Basket Babies and Donkey Roads
In Seville, Spain, mothers lack kindergartens and child care facilities. A baby is placed in a wicker basket like a small cradle in the street, feet touching ground, unable to move, and left to roam as donkeys and traffic navigate narrow lanes. A street elevator anecdote shows workers facing curious questions about idle labor and employer expectations.
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Seville
Thrueh the tilatoriogged scent: Zac's EAE Tobiete
The garbled text presents no clear events or identities. No verifiable facts or names to summarize into a coherent newspaper card.
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Zac
Trains Leave Alma South For Detroit and Muskegon
Rail notice shows trains from Alma South with departure times 6 04 p m for Detroit and 12 10 p m for Muskegon. Connections via DG Detroit H M Ry and W Lord listed as agents. Details include Toledo Saginaw Muskegon Ry and Ashley stops and connections for Muskegon.
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Alma South
Ashley
Ly Ashley
Detroit
Muskegon
Life
W. Lord
Jade
Owoomo
Jugtek
H&m. Ry
Ben Fiavenen
Mick
Mishgwon
Groen Etiie
Barean
Barend
Detroit Ar
Westrol Detroit
Dorand
Caron Ui Asie
Sheridan Greenville
Greenville
Cedar Springs
Miiceos
Grand Trunk Route to Buffalo Through Eastbound Line
Grand Trunk Railway System showcases an Eastbound route offering a picturesque Pan American link to Buffalo. The feature highlights the line’s scenic travel and strategic eastward expansion.
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Buffalo
Trains Leave Alma Schedule Reported
Train times list departures from Alma for Grind Rapids West Big Rapids and North Ost services. Agents Moonee Gin Pibs r and SWINCHERL cover Grind Rapids and North Ost routes with morning and evening blocks.
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Grind Rapide
West
Bignaw
Bay City
Big Rapids
Moonee
Gin
Micb Ho
J. Swincherl
Alma
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Here
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Kentucky Federation of Women's Clubs
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Dan
Chicago Daily News
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Ofice
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Boston
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Cleveland
Spain
Louisviue & Nashville
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Memphis
L. Stone
PLA
Tagen K
Chicago
Pere Marquette Ry
Graham & Morton Line
Holland
City OF Chicago
Soo City
Ottawa Beach
Michigan
Pete Marquette Ry
ST. Joseph
Chicago Dock
Wabash Ave
Mowron
Sec'y
Toledo, Saginaw & Muskegon R'Y
Toledo
ANN Arboraiden Railway
la Metable
Eastround
Pere Marquette
Southern Resorts
Via
Southern Railway
Florida
Georgia
Alabama
Carolinas
Oher Louisville
Cincinnati
Chattanooga
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Great Trunk Line
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Rita Jt
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