Arctic explorers rescued after peril in Greenland
The Thetis Bear and Lockwood reached St Johns from West Greenland with Lieut Greely and six others alive. Seventeen of twenty five perished by starvation, frost bite and exposure. one Eskimo buried, others rescued aboard the Thetis and Bear. Hazen reports Greely’s safe return and honors the dead.
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Arctic Explorer
BIS
BEAR
Thetis
Smith's Sound
A. W. Greeley
Brainard
Fredercks
Long
Beiderbeck
Connell
Serant Ellison
Ellison
Godhaven
Disco
Greenland
Greeley
Hazen
St. Joan’s
N. F
England
Lockwood
Lockwood Island
Cape Robert Lincoln
Sergeant Brainard
Grinnell Land
Beauteaux Bay
Greely
Signal Service
Lieut
W. Greely
St. John’s
San Picars
W. B.| Hazen
Russellville Horse Route Change Noted
A brief notice records horses moving from one farm to Russellville, with details truncated but indicating a relocation or transfer action involving a named location.
Unknown Man Found Dead at Lake Harbor Murder Verdict
The Lake Chicago Journal reports a body found at Lake Harbor near Muskegon. Coroner's inquest returns a verdict of murder by unknown parties. Witnesses describe a man seeking wild roses, paying a boy 50 cents, then walking alone down the beach. two men were seen in footprints nearby. The deceased carried a well filled book and appeared wealthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Journal
Lake Harbor
Muskegon
Lhds
Maki Alt 'Ana
Harvest prospects report from Winona to the Missouri
Winona Republican J E Blunt reports crop conditions across Minnesota and Dakota. Wheat varies by region with rain aiding growth in the east and faster ripening in the west while soft wheat acreage expands. Barley harvest advances as corn looks strong nationwide and farmers anticipate a big corn crop.
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J. E. Blunt
Missouri
Winona
Waseca
Tracy
Volga
Althugh
Jim River
Sioux Valley
Wessington
Dolan
Altamont
Mississippi
Minnesota
Dakota
Ruling suspends traction in land cases pending further directive
Delegate Raymond prompts Interior Secretary halt on taking testimony by sea magistrates who are attorneys in land cases. The General Land Office is directed to suspend action until guidance is issued. The ruling could cancel proofs for thousands of Dakota tenants if applied, contrasting with other territories where attorneys act as notaries.
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Raymond
Secretary of the Interior
General Land Office
Iosei Arene
Heictiog
Dads
Geago Land Office
Dakota
Slipped through their Fingers
Martin L. Williamson formerly of Turner county and under indictment for selling mortgaged property was arrested in Nebraska by Sheriff Newby with Governor aid. He was held briefly by City Marshal John Smith before fleeing again after asking for a moment to go around a corner. Williamson is about 28, light complexion with a light mustache and faces multiple other charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin L. Williamson
Turner County
Nebraska
Newby
Williamson
Parker
John Smith
Governor Pierce and the Dakota capital dispute
Reported telegrams claim Governor Ordway secured Pierce’s backing for Bismarck as capital. officials doubt the pledge since Pierce has not arrived to receive instruments and will consult authorities before deciding. The matter may pivot to the controller of the currency via the Territory Secretary’s disbursement inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Ordway
Washington
Pierce
Dakota
Bismarck
Capital Building Costs Clarified by North Dakota Commission
The Bismarck Journal reports on Capitol building finances arguing there was no debt for the commission and that proceeds from lot sales cover costs. It notes Wheelock’s fee status and emphasizes the treasury will not require Territory payment beyond the sale funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Ordway
Capitol
Wheelock
Sion
Bismarck
Alph Wheelock
Commission
Unpunished Murder Abandoned Conviction Efforts
In Dakota a Chicago murder case related to the Ward boys collapses as prosecutors move to dismiss indictments against Cal Uline and eleven others. The court grants the motion after a recent acquittal and a confession regarding Charles Ward’s death, with Dr Ward of Chicago observing. Lawyer Van Arman appears for Chicago.
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Ward Hoys
Chicago
Dakota
Grand Eorxs
Dax
Uline
Chary
Lair
Charles Ward
Dr. Ward
Chi ‘O
van Arman Dees
Lightning Bug Causes Child's Fatal Flood
A Concord child dies after swallowing a lightning bug while playing in the yard near Odell's factory. The ingested insect caused sudden illness and death within hours, with doctors unable to relieve the distress. It is reported as the first fatality from this cause in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
Odell
Madison teachers hold open air education gathering
Thousands of teachers gathered in Madison Wisconsin for an open air meeting at State House Park. Governor Rusk Mayor Stevens General Fairchild Superintendent Chandler and President Bascom gave welcoming speeches. President Bicknell delivered the annual address and discussed U S education in the past year.
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Madison
Wis
State House Park
Rusk
Stevens
Fairchild
Chandler
Bascom
Bicknell
National Association
United States
National Church
England
Nce
Germany
International Council of Education
Dakota Governor Pierce Arrives and Meets President
Gov. Pierce of Dakota arrived recently and paid his respects to the President and to the Secretary of the Interior. The visit included oath of office formalities and discussions about territorial matters. The outcome may ease Pierce’s position and permit further actions in Yankton by early next month.
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Washington Telegram
Gov. Pierce
Dakota
Interior
Illiterate tale of a man pulled from the Mississippi
A fragmentary Inter Ocean report recounts a river incident where a steamboat crew member aided a strapping villager after he was pulled from the Mississippi River. Witnesses mention clothing and baggage and a certificate of substitution, with voices recalling the event in vague terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks
Issippi
Inter Ocean
Attempted train wrecking near River Test injures line
An attempted wreck on the River Test near E. Laird City involved a fractured rail with nine spikes filed out and a four inch gap. The train passed at high speed, damaging the sleeping car and hindmost truck, causing minutes of delay before repairs. Superintendent Prior and Road Master Wright investigated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E . Laird City
Oeer
Prior
Toad Master Wright
Courtroom proposal ends in private wedding vow
A woman pleads for guidance as Justice Smith jokes about marriage in court. A bashful young man agrees to marry in private after a terse exchange near the Tombs. The pair leave for a minister, promising a discreet ceremony away from public view.
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New York World
Darteig
Claire
Charlie
Center
Walker Streets
Grirt
Mara
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Nares
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Vol. Conger
Alowstone Park
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Ons Exin
Pioneer Blggksmith Shop
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Hoxpo
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Cavour
Sala
Dakota Ave
Third ‘Street
Charles Osborn
4Th Street
Pikira
South ‘Dakota
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Minn
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Tutt’s
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Tutt
Soid Druggista
Murray Street
New York
Mor Imery Ward & CO
Hed Dingee
Conard
Sena
Harness, L
Pioneer Jewelry Store
Huron, D.T
Ebtin Watch Factory
J. E. Baker
Prop
Dakota Hide and Fur Company
Dakola
C &N
Depot
T. M. Jeffris & CO
Huron, Dakota
S. C! White
Pratt Bros
St. Paul
Rfed Bloch
CTROW
Toota
Wright House
M. Kx’. Wright
JW. Campbellu
J. H. Mitlleh
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United States Depository
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