Smallpox cases, reforms, and political shifts in Nebraska
Nebraska notes report 200 smallpox cases, church calls in Crete, and local incidents. Lincoln appoints Nellie Purcell as recording clerk, Lena Myer as governor's stenographer, plus staff additions. Elections recounts in Alma favor Johnson. Berlet plans a Senate vote shift to target Majors.
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Lincoln
Dietrich
Nellie M. Purcell
Porter
State House
Purcell
Lena Myer
Hastings
Henry Blum
Mr. Dietrich
Ross Hammond
Fremont
W. N. Huse
Norfolk
Lincoln Visit Delays Banking Appointments
Attorney General Preut visited Lincoln last week to say his appearance held no special significance. He stated the banking appointment matter would be deferred by agreement until new state officers assume duties. Officials expect no major appointments until the legislative session progresses.
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Preut
Lincoln
Omaha Kidnap Case Narrowed Amid Alibi Evidence Cudahy Suspect
Police in Omaha on December 24 cleared Ed Johnson of involvement in the Cudahy kidnapping after an alibi check. The case concentrates on Pat Crowe as a principal suspect, with detectives tracing him from Omaha to Denver and outlining a single pair of culprits behind the abduction.
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Omaha
Ed. Johnson
Cudahy
Miss Munshaw
Eddie Cudahy
Johnson
Schneiderwind ¢Ottage
Pat Crowe
Chicago
South Omaha
Crowe
Denver
Demain
Donahue
Census Figures on South Dakota Cities Revealed
Sioux Falls dominates the census figures as the largest city in South Dakota, with detailed rankings showing the state’s urban hierarchy and population changes across major municipalities.
Saeed Leads Team in Peninsula Matchup
In a tense Peninsula game, Saeed forward guided his team to a narrow win. The victory relied on Saeed's scoring and clutch defense as they edged the opponent at home.
Auditor Elect Weston Delays Action Across State Offices
Auditor elect Weston, unlike other state officers elect, has not moved quickly on implementing key financial controls and administrative changes, leaving several agencies awaiting guidance and clear timelines. Sources note frustration among state officials over the sluggish transition and questions about interim leadership.
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Weston
Malaria Alarm in Italy Revealed by Mosquito Study
A historical report notes about 11 million Italians exposed to malarial fever and around 3 million annual cases. It argues mosquitoes pose a greater health threat than snakes and tigers, highlighting regional disease concerns.
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Italy
Ohio Supreme Court Dismisses Major Company Cases
The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed on motion of Attorney General Sheeta the cases brought by AG Monnett against Solar Refining, Ohio Company, Opga Pipe Line, Standard Oil of Ohio, and Continental Tobacco. Dismissal is without record and at the cost of the state.
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Supreme Court of Ohio
Sheeta
Monnett
Solar Refining Company
Ohio Company
Op Ga Pipe Line
Standard Oil Company of
Ohio
Continental Tobacco Company
Cause for discharge investigated by post office inspectors
Postoffice inspectors probe alleged misconduct by ethias nee atkeet ieee as two sources claim involvement with covert actions at work. The inquiry seeks to determine cause for discharge amid secrecy and ongoing review.
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Ethias
Atkeet
Ieee
Aes
Fatal Outcome in Local Amateur Boxing Tournament
A youth boxer Barr died after a tournament bout at the club. He was knocked out by a disqualified opponent, then won four rounds against Kid White, and faced Kelly. Kelly floored Barr in the first round, Henderson stopped the round, and after a later stoppage Barr suffered a fractured skull and died at the hospital.
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Barr
Kid White
Kelly
Henderson
Die at the same moment in Philadelphia machine shop
Edward Clark and his son William Clark, both of Camden New Jersey, died at a Philadelphia machine shop on December 22. William climbed a ladder to escape chills and was scalded to death as steam escaped. Edward fell while aiding his son and was ground to pieces on a large wheel.
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Edward Clark
William
Camden
N. J
Philadelphia
Clark
Young Clark
Seize Woman's Baggage After Pekin Loss
Miss Mary Condit Smith's baggage was detained by New York customs after being taken from the American liner St Louis and sent to the apraiser. She argued that her clothing was bought abroad during the Pekin siege and thus should be entered. Officers said they could not interpret the law and confiscated her trunks and bags.
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New York
Mary Condit-Smith
St. Louis
Condit-Smith
Paris
Berriman
Dowling
New York Six Day Race Ends with a Fatal Injury
Oscar Aronson died in a New York hospital after a fall in a six day bicycle race. Harry Elkes and Floyd Mac Farland won the recent six day race before 5,000 spectators at Madison Square Garden. Elkes beat Jimmy Michael in a 15 mile race, lapping him at mile seven. the winner finished 1 1/2 laps ahead. Time 26 03 25.
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New York
Oscar Aronson
Harry Elkes
Floyd MacFarland
Madison Square Garden
Jimmy Michael
Elkes
Michael
Treasurer of Mitchell lodge left to die after robbery
N J Neillsen treasurer of the Workmen lodge of Mitchell South Dakota was held up by footpads on December 5 bound gagged and left in an alley to freeze. He was found by a night watchman with hands and feet badly frozen and unconscious. $250 stolen from his pockets. No suspect identified.
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Workmen Lodge
Mitchell
Neillsen
Henderson Neb detects possible smallpox case after island visit
Excitement rises in Henderson as Fost returns from Rand Island with suspected mild smallpox. He stayed at a hotel and around his brother’s billiard hall, exposing many in town. Dr Shidler of York examined him and reports the illness would be mild if confirmed. Fost moved to his father's home. a local note hints at disruption for a local schoolteacher or mother.
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Peter Berlet
Berlet
T. J. Majors
Senate
Church Howe
South Platte
Majors
Howe
Nemaha County
Henderson
Neb
Fost
Rand Island
Shidler
York
Mr. Fost
Valuable Mail Pouch Stolen Reported in Helena
A registered mail pouch due to depart Helena for the east is missing after being seen last in the morning. The incident is reported to the Chicago Record via telegraph from Helena, Montana, noting the pouch disappearance during transit.
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Chicago
Helena, Mont
East
British Naval Expenditure Over Twelve Years
An accounting shows £60,000,000 in new warships over eleven years, recently up by £9,257,603 in one Admiralty department. The twelve year total ends last March, near £173,000,000, equaling more than a quarter of the national debt.
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Admiralty
Great Britain
Stepping Stones Fall Leads A Spruced Up Diagnosis
A Marshall girl sprains her knee after a fall on a stone path. She resists the family doctor and is told by a daily passerby homeopathic student that his expertise is limited to piano tuning. He advises sending for a physician.
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Marshall
Howard
Four Doctors Failed and How It Was Won
Flushing Michigan December 22 Special Mrs P A Passmore a leading temperance activist and W C T U member describes suffering three years with kidney and bladder troubles. After four physicians failed and home remedies provided little relief she tried Dodd's Kidney Pills and reports dramatic improvement. She urges others with similar ailments to try the remedy at 60 cents a box from dealers.
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Flushing
Mich
Michigan
Mra
P. A. Passmore
Passmore
Dodd
New York
Censorship Beat in China Reported
A description of censorship in China notes harsh penalties for both authors and readers. The text mentions punishment by heavy bamboo blows and banishment for those involved, emphasizing a pervasive suppression of immoral writings.
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China
Hfe
Record of Dexter Pavilion Fat Stock Show at Chicago 1900
Exhibition of over 2 million dollars in thoroughbred stock at Dexter Pavilion Chicago on December 18 1900. Prizes totaled near 100000 with Advance the champion fat steer selling for 150 per pound live weight on Chicago Scales Co. official scales the top beef price ever recorded.
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Dexter Pavilion
Chicago
Neary
Chicago Scales Co
Beware of Vintments for Catarrh That Centais a Mercury
Warning against mercury based catarrh remedies warns they damage sight and the whole system through mucous surfaces. Notes F J Chene Toledo products contain no mercury and are safe for internal use.
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F. J. Chene Toledo
Debt Burden Hard On Men Prone To Borrowing
A historical note states that men who run into debt easily face a tough struggle to recover, detailing how financial strain impedes progress and daily life, with emphasis on personal perseverance and social consequences.
Dessert Question Sparks Family Debate
Fragments discuss dessert choices at home with Jell-O Strawberry, labeled as a healthful and religious-friendly option. Grocers reportedly offer the product for 10 cents.
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A reader note appears garbled with scattered letters and fragments lacking clear facts or names. The readable bits do not reveal a coherent event, person, or place to summarize into a proper news item.
Garfield Tea Promised Cure for Chronic Constipation
An advertisement touts Garfield Tea as a universal remedy for bowel and stomach disorders and claims it can cure even obstinate chronic constipation.
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Boone
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Stockville
Ola B. Hugg
Ohiowa
Peter Kindler
Cedar Bluffs
H. W. Klein
Callaway
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R. M. Rankin
C. E. Markel
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Scott
John Wiesner
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Morrill Geological Collection
Surprise
Nathaniel Chestnut
Bryan
Woodman
Freie Presse
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W. K. Fowler
L. C. Sarnly
Johnson County
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Bank
Burr
G. D. Follmer
Maggie Kroese
Lancaster County
F. M. Dorrington
Alliance
Thurston
John M
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Land Office
Alma
J. M. Johnson
Kearney
Phelps
Harlan
R. L. Keester
J. G. Thompson
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Possiby
Orleans
B. Hodges
H. H. Parson
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Mat Becker
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Mester Gee
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