Arrivals and Conflicts Dominate Modder River Dispatches
Archibald Macdonald takes command of Highlanders at Modder river as reports cite ongoing bombardment at Kimberley and movements by Generals Methuen and Ereneh. A revenue-repeal bill is introduced by Senator Clay amid war anxieties. Text notes embezzlement arrest in Michigan, financial disputes, and various international and domestic political developments.
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Archibald Macdonald
Modider River
Highlanders
Clay
Kimberley
General Methuen
General Ereneh
C. Hyde
Calhoun County
Mich
Har
South Africa
James I. Montgomery
Le-Dear
Portland
Hongkong
London Times
Kwang Su
Joseph K. Davidson & Sos
Wmuytucetering Jewelers
Philadelphia
Hank Examiner Grahem
Caonjoharie, MY
National Bank
Evin Upking, Jr
Ervin Flopkins
Chinago
Xine
Pat
Butler
People’s Party
Lineon Neli
Petenary Thor
Bryan
Carnegie
Armiy Post
Mainfield
Modder River
Modiler River
General Stanton Burie Interred at Arlington Amid Honor
The body of General Stanton ex paymaster of the United States Army lies in Arlington National Cemetery beside General Belknap. The article recalls his birth in Town and places him near monuments to Lieut. James Mortar Martinew and other officers like Phil Sheridan and General Crook as war veterans are honored. It also notes congressional questions over mileage and salary allowances for Mr. Roberts and references legal considerations in the ongoing inquiry.
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Arlington
Furman Asacrinton
Stanton
United States Army
Arlington Cemetery
Washington, D. C
Belknap
General Stanton
Aimple
James Mortar Martinew
General Stata
Department of the Waite
Phil Sheridan
Crook
Fragmented Economic and Political Patchwork Across Nations
A jumbled report mentions Nicaragua canal financing at 8149,000,000 and project costs rising beyond 1 111,1100 while referencing British positions in colonial affairs. It notes labor, trade, and wartime issues, with mentions of Japan, Russia, and U S figures tied to imperial policy and political campaigns.
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Don Aradt
Exclusion of Roberts and Utah seat contest in Congress
Washington report details a vote to exclude Mr. Roberts of Utah from Congress with Higham Hobe as a competing seat claimant. The majority resolution declared the seat vacant and was adopted 50 to 9, while the expulsion motion failed 41 to 54. Roberts issued a statement defending his plural marriage stance as a higher duty than statutory law. A separate dispatch covers Northern Tennessee and China political notes, including Warren’s tactical advances and the emperor's health affecting state affairs.
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Wosalil
Congress Galt
Althoujeh
Debates in Congress Highlight Mormon Polygamy Critique
Washington reports the second day of debate on the Reports case with vigorous arguments. Congressman Lagus from Indiana delivers a fiery speech criticizing Utah and Mormon leaders for polygamy, while Myer Roberts is noted for his strong presence as the session underscores the majority resolutions before a planned afternoon vote.
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Mat Alice Aduard
Dietivgredt
Congres
Washington
Firintol
Aftarnoon
Roberta
Lagits
Indiana
Johnson
Utah
Littlefieks
Charman ‘Taylor
British reinforce as warfront in South Africa stalls
Report from London says Lord Makers moves with large reinforcements toward the Cape Town front. About 12,000 troops are en route and 4,000 more have arrived, with 19,000 at sea. Critics hope new forces break the deadlock near Spolkop and Tugela as troops mass for Central Baller.
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London
Tugela
Spolnkap
Plata
Mygryatepur
Drakgnturg
Spolakop
War Office
Makers
Cape Town
Baller
Walt
Pension Roll Details On War Veterans Widows and Dependents
Senate inquiry prompts Evans to provide a Pension Bureau tally of beneficiaries. The total includes Revolutionary War survivors and widows, War of 1812 veterans and widows, Mexican War survivors and widows, and Civil War era beneficiaries. Figures show widows and dependents under various laws.
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Waloner Bywie
Washington
Gallinger
Evans Tras
Explosion and arson spree hits town with multiple blasts
A third dynamite blast within the city damaged the Hunter and Richey residences near the Carbonate theatre. Mr Hunter and guests were in the parlor and unharmed. Police arrest several suspects while authorities seek motive.
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Flaniieaine
Tinnd Ville
Jeudville
Cole
Jan
A. ¥. Hunter
C. Richey
Hunter
Richy
Roberts Case Up In House Over Mormon Rep
Washington January 26 packed galleries hear arguments by Mr Taylor of Ohio and Mr Littlefield of Maine on seating Brigham Roberts Mormon representative from Utah. Roberts defends constitutionality of his swearing in while majority argues he may be expelled only after seating. Debate centers on minority versus majority reports as observers note reactions from women in gallery and strong oratorical performances by Roberts and Titcheld. Majority may seek expulsion by twelfth hour vote with Laney proposing a compromise.
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Washington
Brigham O Roberts
Taylor
Ohio
Lana
Roberts
Hinself
United States
Titctlefield
Dingley
Laney
Lowa
Troberts
General Stanton Dead at 61 in Omaha
Brigadier General TH Stanton former paymaster general United States Army died in Omaha at age 61 from complications of liver and stomach troubles. He served in the Civil War and Indian campaigns, held paymaster posts in the Platte Department and later became paymaster general in Washington before retiring. He leaves a widow and three daughters.
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Omaha
TH. Stanton
United States Army
Stanton
Indiana
Washington
Multifold Tragic Accidents Reported Across West Regions
A sprawling compilation details deaths and disasters from Cripple Creek to Cheyenne, including a mine shaft fall that killed Richard Clarke, a man found dead near Vinton Pacific and a railroad worker crushed by a shipyard incident. It notes smallpox disinfection orders in Spokane and a Cheyenne man found dead near a train line with speculation of suicide.
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Domick Manta
Inddar
Wallerville
Montaan
Richard Clarke
Joe Hanily
Cripple Crack
Dames i. Muse
Tithenwater Anil ‘Trust Company
Portland, Or
Kansas City
Arnold Kroutwick
Vinton Pacite
Keautwicke
Sidbey
Caine
Tionen Manuel
Ehetthouse
Mawr
United States
Anmals
Spokane
Canaan
Kirnest Ames
Lingple
Cheyenne
Uelog
Plesk Moutans Infantry
Philly Pines
Peking
Hdward
Moore
Kellie
Trivate
Janven
Frew Hall
Oregon Barend of Mines
Nwen
Wartye Prise
Ansler
Phawhor
Camrmerce
Portland Board of Drade
Cmndnet
Portland
General
Bureau of Information
Oregon
Washington
Columbia
Union Pavitic
Chayenne
Meredith Wallis
Witin Buwe Dan
Sulelie
Wallis
Thamas Teynolds
Canon City
Colo
William Romney
Florence
Antone Wood
Muriber
Kid Wallace
Rail Route Through Salt Lakes City Promises Year Round Travel
The article touts the IO GRANDE WESTERN RAILWAY connecting Utah and Colorado with Salt Lake City as a year round travel option. It highlights direct links to the Bos ver 8 Granite or Colorado Mill and Fallrunds, premium Pullman Motives, and sleeping and reclining cars for a comfortable journey.
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Moa
Avcogatul
Salt Lakes City
America
Climane
Utah
Colorado
Hair Loss Cure Testimonial From Mrs A Bo
A local reader says hair loss began a year ago and a bottle of AYERs Hair Vigor stopped the shedding and promoted growth. She reports hair now reaches forty five inches in length and is very thick. July 2 1899 Atchison Kens.
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Ayer
Yydston, Atchison, Kens
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Lawrence L. Heard
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