Murder trial ends with escape to Wyoming and murder suspect at large
Waltermer Harboit dies from wounds after a melee with traveling companion Evans over a small sum. Evans, the fugitive murderer, remains at large as authorities pursue him. Harboit’s mother and two brothers reside in the city. a second son recently returned home with his mother seeking work in Wyoming.
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Nea
Altermer Harbojt
St. Frantal
Evans
Syracuse
Wye
Gueninog
Mra Marboit
Wyoming
Seo Ee Issa
Ha Ork
Lly
Campbell Ie
G M Lambertson Dead in Chicago After Banquet
Prominent in state and national affairs and a jurist, G M Lambertson died suddenly in Chicago. He retired at a banquet at the University of Chicago on Saturday night and was found unconscious Sunday morning. His law partner F M Hall and Mrs Lambertson traveled to Lincoln with the body.
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Chicago
Lambertson
Poudan
En ‘Lambertson
University of Chic
F. M. Hall of Lincoln
Giant Mastodon Tooth Exhibited in Dubois Saloon
David W. Lasher unearthed a massive eleven pound mastodon tooth at twenty one feet while sinking a weir near Dubois Nebraska. The tooth shows preservation though surrounding ribs crumbled to dust when exposed. Lasher, a local farmer, displayed the find at Hiram Quackenbush’s saloon.
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Hiram Quackenbush
Dubois
Neb
David W. Lasher
Horses Perish in Livery Barn Fire at 913 R
A fire swept P. J. Smith's livery barn at 913 R last night, resulting in the death of several horses. Firefighters battled flames for hours before bringing the blaze under control. No human injuries reported. Police investigate cause and origin of the fire.
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Pire
P. J. Smith
Wuliged Te Kili Elegy
A fragmented OCR line references a title or poem style item with unclear details. The readable parts do not specify people places or events. The item appears literary rather than a news event and lacks concrete names or dates.
Electrical motive power firm backs expansion and new factory
A Boston based firm led by Mr Whitney plans to extend works with a Ganz partnership to establish a U S branch factory. Electrical propulsion could replace steam gradually with increased supply for street railways in Pittsfield Philadelphia northern New Jersey and Connecticut. A large number of locomotive builders may join the enterprise as congestion rises. In a separate disaster Alexander Conylla a town of 1308 inhabitants was destroyed by a fire causing at least 750000 in losses. the town had no water works.
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Whiteey
Ee Ip Aggelec Sebbasath
Clap
Lear
New Y City &A
Pittsfield
Philadelphia
New Jersey
Connecticut
Ganz 18
Whitney
United States
Alexander Conylla
Freene
Builida
General De Wet Receives Enthusiastic Welcome at Winburg Camp
Dispatches from London via South Africa describe a joyous reception for General De Wet at the Winburg camp. Thousands of Boer supporters—men women and children—surged to shake his hand as he spoke praising loyal wives and urging continued allegiance. He urged submission to divine will and loyalty to the new government.
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London
South Africa
de Wet
Winburg
Baey
Genera Wet
Reas
Pecs
Danish newspaper history exposition opened in Copenhagen
The four hundred year development of Danish journalism is showcased in an exposition opened in Copenhagen by Crown Prince Frederick as regent. Royal family members, cabinet ministers, U S ministers J S Swenson and other diplomats attended. The display ties to the upcoming congress of Scandinavian authors and journalists and includes Danish areas of America.
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Copenhagen
Mae
Frederick
United States
J. S. Swenson
Amer
Mayor Reverses Sunday Baseball Prohibition in Nebraska City
Mayor Bartling rescinded his Sunday baseball ban after discussions with law and order league members. They refused to prosecute violations and asked the mayor to bear responsibility, leading to the suspension of all orders enforcing the Sunday law.
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Bartling
Nebraska City
Law and Order League
Siegel Jury Fails to Agree in Kansas Livestock Case
A Siegel jury fails to reach a verdict in a live stock company dispute in Kansas, ending without a sentenced outcome. Details of parties and claims remain unresolved as the panel remains undecided.
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Siegel
Sigelders
Kansas
Woman Shot by Husband in Nebraska Town
Mrs. B. J. Kundy of Taylor Nebraska died after a shooting by her husband on February 2. The tragedy occurred at their home with authorities stating a fatal domestic incident and a heart medical event expected to follow.
Nebraska class battleship to be launched at Seattle
The battleship Nebraska, a Virginia class flagship, will be launched soon in Seattle. Authorized in 1908, it will be the largest armored ship built to date with 435 foot length and 23 foot draft, carrying four 12-inch and eight 8-inch rifles plus a dozen smaller guns, crew of 705.
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Nebraska
Seattle
Wash
United States
Naval Board
Gret
Oregon
Eebt
Cuban minister greeted by the president in historic recognition
Sestor Gonzales del Quesada, Cuba's first minister, met with the U S president amid formal exchanges and warm handshakes. Secretary Hay recalled thirty two years of effort, dating to Madrid, linking to the Cuba purchase proposal.
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Sestor Gonzales del Quesada
United States
Republic of
Cuba
Hay
Canoe
Legation
Madrid
Daniel Sickles
Republic of the South
Married Women Win Board Retreats Prem Ite Stand
Omaha Board of Education retreats amid tension as married women influence policy shifts. Local officials and residents debate governance, allegations surface about influence and procedure.
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Board of Education
Board of Education of
Omaha
Governor Savage Wins Increase in Prison Labor Pay
After a Monday meeting with Governor Savage and Warden Davis the state board of public lands and buildings altered the Lee Broom and Duster contract. Convict labor pay rose from 45 to 145 cents daily, minimum workers dropped from 175 to 160, and the company agreed to employ 160 men at the higher rate. The governor initially resisted signing, citing a legal duty as a party to prison contracts, but the issue was resolved and the contractor now staffs 160 men.
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State Board of Public Lands and Buildings
Savage
Davis
Lee Broom and Duster Company
Irrigation plan revived for Mina district in Scotts County
James Baxter of the Mina Scotts irrigation district filed with Secretary Adna Dobson for water rights to a seventy five mile ditch on the North Platte. The project would irrigate 60 acres, require two years, and cost about 310000. The district previously voted 400000 in bonds but none issued. An older seventeen mile ditch exists from a prior farmers company, and attempts to buy it failed for 106000. The new application aims to revive the old district and build a new system.
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Ereat
James ‘Baxter
Mina
Scotts
Adna Dobon
State Board of Irrigation
Wyoming
North Platte
Farmers’ Irrigation Company
Mitch
Violent Sunday Clash Ends With Medical Aid
A brutal midday brawl erupted in Neb where two men clashed over wages and security. One man suffered facial cuts while the other took blows to the head. Dr. Hellman from Sterning was summoned by phone to treat injuries.
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Hellman of
Sterning
Therm
Oie
Senator Hanna Denies DP Presidential Bid and Other Briefs
Dispatches report Senator Hanna denying any bid for the DP presidency. Other items note Boer surrenders in South Africa, Proffit named consul to Pretoria, Roosevelt to visit Wisconsin state fair, and a Vatican stance on Philippines. Also mentions a train wreck in Vermont and Wisconsin university leadership selection.
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Pretoria
West Virginia
South “Africa
Roosevelt
la Crosse
Wis
Kansas Editorial Association
Eureka Springs Ark
Triday
Edward
Annie Scott
Omaha
Wood
Gomez
Central Vermont
Middlesex
University of Wisconsin
J. W. Sbashford
Ohio -Weslapéee University
Wisconsin University
Vatican
Philippines
Spanajah
Warrem City
Withdrawal of a Safety Measure Amid King Edward Illness
Reported illness of King Edward at Aldershot sparks debate over whether it was a real ailment or a pretext to withdraw him from public duties. Scotland Yard reportedly uncovered a plot against his life. No arrests announced yet. Sir Francis Laking rushed to Aldershot. King's Windsor journey and car drive appeared to lessen fears of another attack.
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Edward
Aldershot
Scotland Yard of
Windsor Castle
Francis Laking
King Edward
Windsor
Strike tensions rise as anthracite miners threaten action
Reported statements from George Hartleip and John Mitchell detail mounting pressure in the ninth anthracite district. Leaders warn operators of unified action and potential nationwide sympathy strikes if miners are forced to capitulate.
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Jane
Dispatch
John Mitchell
George Hartleip
Timbbleneé
Sontaknae Betten
Haan
Reia
Sikan Workers” Organization
Hinshaw Wins Fourth District Republican Nomination in Beatrice
E H Hinshaw of Jefferson county won the Fourth district Republican convention in Beatrice after a long deadlock on the 3434 ballot. Saline county urged unanimous support as Hinshaw was named for Congress and thanked by Jenkins of Fairbury in a festive scene. Defeated rivals were paraded, signaling strong expected show at the polls.
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H. Hinshaw
Jefferson
Beatrice
Saline County
Hinshaw
Jenkins of
Fairbury
Hawaii Volcanoes Grow More Active in Series of Eruptions
Honolulu dispatch reports Mauna Loa activity increasing with Makauweowea crater showing ash and cinder emissions. Summit lava began erupting after ten years of dormancy, signaling an uptick in volcanic activity in the Hawaii islands.
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Honolulu
Hawaii
Makauweowea
Mauna Loa
Lemiy Retires After Naval Service Briefing
Lemiy retires from active duty as the Navy Department issues a summary briefing on his career and pending post service arrangements. The notice indicates a formal confirmation of retirement and recognition of his years of service.
Nebraska Crop Outlook Shows Wheat Promising After Rainy Week
The Nebraska weekly crop bulletin reports plentiful rain across the state and a warm week, boosting vegetation. Winter wheat ripening with a large crop expected in most areas, though southern counties may yield below average. oats and hay prospects also improved though some local damage from heavy showers occurred.
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University Weath Bureau
Senate split over bill to grant statehood in omnibus
A senate dispute over an omnibus statehood bill stalled action on Arizona New Mexico and Oklahoma admission. Senator Qty proposed discharging the territories committee to push the measure but a committee majority blocked reporting the bill for session consideration.
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Senate
Qty
Arizona
New Mexico
Oklaho
Will Send Cruisers To Venezuela War Vessels Quoted
In a cabinet meeting President Roosevelt expressed concern over no reply to messages sent to Minister Bowen in Caracas. Venezuelan authorities have enforced censorship around dispatches as talks frame the delivery of two United States warships to Venezuela to protect South American interests amid ongoing regulation.
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Venezuela
SAmerian _ Inter
Roosevelt
Bowen
Caracas
Cabies
Bude
Mitter
Ueian
Cine Innatt
Reservation Run to Land Office Sparks Tarket Rush
Two thousand land seekers and homeseekers gathered around Pocatello with more at outer reservation points. The race to the Blackfoot land office, about twenty to forty miles distant, drew excitement as the hillside settlement moved toward noon Wednesday.
Local lumber manager found dead in office
W H Cone, local manager for Searle and Chapin Lumber at Gresham Nebraska, was found dead in his office about 6 a m Tuesday. The position suggested he had fallen asleep in his chair with hat drawn, hands clasped over his chest, feet on the desk.
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W.H. Cone
Searle & Chapin Lumber Company
Gresham
A Budden Death of Dr Charles Riggs
Dr Charles B Riggs of 1200 S street Lincoln died Tuesday morning of heart failure after a sudden attack. He had been unwell for some time and planned to attend a Seward picnic but canceled the trip. He was helping his son prepare to catch the train when the fatal attack occurred.
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Charles. B.riggs
S. Street
Lincoln
Seward
Bland Statue Unveiled in Lebanon Missouri
A bronze life size statue honoring Richard Parks Bland, long-serving congressman since 1872, was unveiled in Lebanon Missouri on Tuesday. The statue, seated on a stone pedestal six feet high, features impressive bronze craftsmanship and commemorates Bland’s service.
Actress Julie Opp Granted Divorce in Desertion Case
American actress Julie Opp wins divorce from Robert Lorraine on grounds of desertion and misconduct. Court documents reveal Palma era statements and foreign flashes refer to public call upon president.
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Julie Opp
Robert Lorraine
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