Famine Stricken Rebels Brace for Battle in Mexico City
Juarez reports no confirmation on Diaz resignation as General Madero gathers forces to march on Mexico City for what could be the fiercest battle yet. Troops prepared with tents provisions and ammunition while delays in communications hinder confirmation from Senor Delabarra. If Diaz resigns Madero says he will disband and withdraw. Nugget Office.
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Juarez
Mex
Diaz
Madero
Mexico City
Senor Delabarra
Delabarra
Leaps From Train Ends Life of Chicago Jewelry Traveling Man
Seattle May 27 a traveling salesman for a Chicago jewelry firm leaped from the Northern Pacific flyer as it neared King Street station and was killed instantly. The body was mangled under the moving coach wheels, rendering identification nearly impossible. The deceased was well known in Seattle’s jewelry trade, having visited regularly for six years. Remains held awaiting instructions from Chicago.
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Seattle
Northern Pacific Flyer
Harry Osborn
Chicago
King Street F Station
Chas D Lane Passes Away in California
Char es D Lane noted Alaskan mine promoter died in Palo Alto California after months of illness. A famed western mining figure he helped build the Copper industry in Southwestern Alaska and founded the Wild Goose Mining and Trading Company. Lane left many friends in Nome where he was widely known for fighting for rightful purchase and industry causes.
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Palo Alto
Cal
Chas. D. Lane
West
Washington
Alaska
Nome
Noyes
Nis
Wild Goose Mining and Trading Company
Seward Peninsula
Lane
Discharge of Frisco Police Chief Sparks Widespread Criticism
May 28 report states Frisco police chief was dismissed by the army with mayoral action and no trial. Officials allege graft for police protection from underworld figures, with rumors of further officials implicated and community reaction mounting.
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Frisco
San Francis
McCarthy
Mrs Pierce Wounded by Grandson In Accident
Mrs Pierce, aged and frail, was seriously wounded last Thursday when a grandson named Ru Pierce fired a rifle while cleaning it. The bullet lodged in her left breast. surgery was avoided due to high risk. She worsened and is under care at Holy Cross hospital as doctors fear she may not recover.
Bryan presses court as tool of big interests
In The Commoner edited by William J. Bryan, the U S Supreme Court is harshly censured for corruption and bias. The May 27 piece cites the Standard Oil case to claim the court dissolved and reformed the trust, arguing bold actions by big interests exceed the integrity of the justices.
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Lincoln, Neb
Commoner
William J. Bryan
Supreme Court of the United States
Bryan
Standard Oil Company
Annual Corwin Rumors Afloat Card
Unclear fragment hints at rumors surrounding Corwin and a person named Hiei Misa Unie aboard a vessel near Nome. Mentions possible employment of an individual, secrecy about location, and mentions of Anchorage or Dutely Harbor. Details are inconsistent and incomplete.
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Stanel
Corwin
Nome
Denmark Hosts Atlantic Fleet Officers in Copenhagen
The Danish king welcomed the United States Atlantic Fleet officers in Copenhagen on May 27. An informal reception followed by a breakfast with the king, and a dance and hall entertainment were held in their honor. The fleet will stay only a few days before continuing its voyage.
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Copenhagen
Denmark
United States
Royal Court
Famine Fights Rage as Starvation Sundered Town
In a town of about one thousand, famine sparks clashes over food. Reports say Chinese residents and poor locals flee violence as guards are dispatched amid widespread hunger and deteriorating living conditions. Authorities struggle to quell unrest and provide aid while accusations of denial of food surface.
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Perkin
Hina Mity
Merie
Armiy Nee Wi Wien
Wappenstein On Trial Opens On Pacific Coast
Seattle reports Chief Wappenstein goes on trial this afternoon with the courthouse crowded as spectators await evidence. Rumors circulate of disclosures that could implicate several local figures associated with the former police chief.
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Nugget
Seattle
Pri
Pacific Coast
Nome Building Boom Incentive Offers Lumber at Same Price
Nome residents are offered a limited time incentive by the Northwest to spur new construction. All grades of building lumber in lots of at least 1000 feet are priced the same as common rough lumber, a deal expected to draw interest during the peak building season.
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Nome
Northwest
Ofa
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