Steamer Providence Capsizes in Lake Palmyra Disaster
In a sudden squall near Lone Tangading the steamer Providence overturned while en route from Vicksburg to Lake Palmyra. Twenty one passengers and crew died, including Captain William Cassidy and chief engineer Charles Roup. Only nine survived as the vessel sank in forty feet of water after being lifted nearly out of the water by cyclonic winds.
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Vicksburg
Miss
Providence
Lake Palmyra
Lone Tanading
William Cassidy
Charles Roup
Clyde Scott
N. A. Lancaster
Palmyra
Big Strike in Boston Draws 10000 in Sympathy
Ten thousand men including teamsters freight clerks and longshoremen prepare a sympathy strike for freight handlers of the New Haven railroad who quit over scab freight. The action follows clashes with the KS Brine Transportation Company and enforcement orders by the New York Central. Officials warned of a grim outlook as the walkout gains momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salle -Union
New York Central
KR. S. Brine Company
New Haven
British and Germans at Outs in China
In Pekin Britain and Germany clash over China policy after the Yung Tao pact. Germany resists reduced garrisons at Tientsin while Britain seeks Chinese control of Men Tsin and indemnity payments to pressure German terms. Britain aims to curb German mines deals in Shantung and use American influence to back the broader protection of Chinese authority.
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Pekin
Germany
Great Britain
China
Russia
Japan
Manchuria
Menxin
Men Tsin
Orient
Wen Tsin
Warned Not to Come West Demand of Labor Circulation
The Western Labor Union based in Butte warns homeseekers and working people not to respond to invitations to move west to develop the country. The circular argues resources favor capital and unemployment exists in many regions, citing Cripple Creek, Coeur d Alenes, British Columbia, and the Pacific coast as examples where idle labor is prevalent while settlers seek opportunity.
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Western Labor Union
Butte
Tome
Cripple Creek
Coeuur d'Alenes
British Columbia
Pacific Coast
World tensions and local notes echo in a crowded year
The piece surveys global strife with lines about Europess, Russia and China against Britain and Japan, and economic costs of armaments. It notes Morgan’s reach, aerial battleships, and submarine destroyers, plus Chicago trends from funerals to a new sleeping-car berth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
China
Great Britain
Japan
Italian King Seeks Salary Cut Amid Monarchy Strife
The king of Italy requests a salary reduction, a move prompting mixed reactions as other European monarchs hesitate to engage with him, citing neighborly tensions and trust concerns. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions within continental royal circles and the economic pressures shaping crowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Wu Ting Fang Endorses Aspects Of American Civil War
Wu Tingfang contends the American Civil War was not a total failure and approves of certain early American actions. He cites unresolved issues yet highlights constructive outcomes amid the conflict.
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Wu Ting Fang
Dickens kin marries solicitor linked to Rhodes
The granddaughter of Charles Dickens wed a solicitor connected to Cecil Rhodes. The report notes she avoids her great grandfather’s Micawber traits and adds a quip about France resenting New Guinea cannibals preferring French explorers for dinner.
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Dickens
Cecil Rhodes
France
New Guinea
Kentucky judge targets gun owners with ten cent fine
A Kentucky judge declares a plan to fine all gun toters ten cents each, ambitiously aiming to build a large treasury surplus.
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Kentucky
Treasury
Equality Claim Reflected in Animal Metaphor Debate
A satirical remark notes that until a woman can contemplate the assassination of a pig without fainting she has no rightful claim to equality with man, suggesting strong gender bias and the era’s notion of appropriate female restraint.
Death of Big John Linked to Lemon Extract Cocaine?
A bottle of lemon extract caused the death of a Ute Indian in South Utah after he drank it for a cold. The extract was used for flavoring cakes and ice cream and led to a fatal outcome.
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Big John
Utah
Waterbury Editors Pay Touching Obits for Irish Rooster
Waterbury editors, shaken by the death of David Sheehy’s Irish rooster, delivered long, touching obituaries and reflections on the creature’s brief life. The tribute captures local affection and a moment of communal sentiment surrounding a poultry companion.
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Waterbury, Conn
David Sheehy
Harper Denies Donation Report and Sparks Debate
A clipped political note objects to a reported 26 million dollar donation linked to President Harper. The statement argues the claim could fuel unrest, warning that anarchic backlash could follow if the donation is seen as legitimate.
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Harper
Chicago
Gseuithereens
Wisconsin women oppose single diiasedness tax stance
A Wisconsin group of women who backed a tax on cats adopted an unusual method to express their opposition to what they viewed as biased attitudes among women.
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Wisconsin
China Map Scale Enlarge Decreases in Scope Noted
The recently issued map of China draws comment for its growing scale yet shrinking scope over the past years as cartographers increasingly focus on detail at the expense of broader coverage.
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China
Filipino Cigar Supply Tests Public Opinion
By mid March a shipment of 20 million Filipino cigars is set to arrive to test the sincerity of public feeling. The speaker notes the test is severe but many will be ready to smoke them on trust if the supply can be obtained.
Boston peddler fined for flag desecration raises questions
A Boston peddler arrested and fined for using the American flag as a rag bag seems resistant to assimilating influences from local institutions. The writer wonders whether he has voting rights or will cast a ballot.
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Boston
German Officer Jailed Six Years for Civilian Duel Killing
A German officer received a six year prison term for killing a civilian in a duel. The verdict, though seen as lenient by some, is praised as an innovative move under the German code and may set a precedent for reducing murders in the country.
Boers Predict Another Victory say Kruger Dispatch
A Utrecht dispatch signed by former President Kruger to the American and Journal predicts more Boer victories. He compares Delarey’s triumph to Daniel in the lions den and urges England to recognize Transvaal independence to spare bloodshed and expense, keeping the republics as neighbors.
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New York
Utrecht
Paul Kruger
American and Journal
Delarey
Ils
Hirotha
Daniel
England
Transvaal
Stockmen Seek Large North Middle Park Lease
A syndicate of stockmen appeared before the State Land Board to renew a lease application for 40 000 to 50 000 acres of grazing land in North Middle Park. Named applicants include William Marr Barney Mullen M Blevins and Mr Singer. The board postponed the matter awaiting statements from both sides.
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State Land Board
North Middle Park
the Park
William Marr
Barney Mullen
M. Blevins
Mr. Singer
Big Gold Strike on the Pelly near Fort Selkirk
March 12 Dawson and nearby towns in excitement over a February gold strike on a tributary of the Pelly river between the Pelly and Yukon forty miles from Fort Selkirk. Miners report dirt values up to 700 dollars per pan. News spurred a stampede from Dawson to the Melly river as Dick Butler, an old Yukon prospector, staked claims and spread word. By March 1 about 200 claims had been staked with prospecting showing rich gold near the surface.
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Yacoma
Wash
Dawson
Pelly River
Yukon
Fort Selkirk
Noyvukuk
Dume- Giately
Melly River
Dick Butler
Denver Men Win Control Of 100000 Acres Of Utah Oil Lands
In Trice Utah on March 12 C W Shores L A Ketchum representing Colonel D C L Dole and a Denver syndicate closed deals giving the group control of 100000 acres in eastern Utah fields. A 3000 foot drilling rig was ordered from Pittsburg and the first well should start within ninety days. Standard rigs will prospect the three county area with most acreage eight to twenty five miles east of Price. All deals are in the names of Grand View Co and Refiring Company, a Wyoming corporation.
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Trice
Utah
C. W. Shores
L.A. Ketchum
D. CL. Dole
Denver Rirlrond
A. M. Stevenson
Max Strauss
Pittsburgh
Price
Grand View Co and Refiring Company
Wyoming
Damages Paid in Wreck Settlement by Railroad
El Paso Texas March tM The father who lost his children in the wreck on the Southern Pacific accepted a check for 10004 from the railroad company as full damages payment. He signed a contract not to pursue further action. The Southern Pacific has paid over 75000 in settlements so far. The case drew attention for prompt settlements following the disaster.
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EL Paso
Tex
Mareh Tm
Ridelle
Redlands
Southern Pacific
Bishop Spalding's Funeral in Erie
Erie Pa March 12 Crowds filled St Pauls Episcopal Church at noon today to pay last respects to the Right Reverend John Frank Spalding bishop of Colorado. Elder residents predominated in the gathering as the body was prepared for transport to Colorado on Thursday morning.
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Erie
Sarrawlyg
Tim
Dreds
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
John Franklin Spaldhys
Colunda
Erle
Hishop Spalding
Colorado
Death of Bishop John Franklin Spalding in Erie
Right Reverend Bishop John Franklin Spalding, Episcopal bishop of the Colorado diocese, died in Erie Pennsylvania at midnight from pneumonia after a three day illness. He was seventy four, surrounded by all his family except one son William M. Spalding who travels from Denver. The ecclesiastical authority will govern the diocese until May when Charles Sanford Olmsted, rector of St Asaph's Bala, will be consecrated bishop of Colorado.
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John Franklin Spalding
Colorado
Erie
Pennsylvania
Spaulding
William M. Spalding
Denver
Bishop Spalding
Charles Sanford Olmsted
St. Asaph’s
Bala
Prince Henry Feasts in New York Social Circuit
Prince Henry of Prussia dominated the day’s social schedule in New York with a Waldorf-Astoria concert of American songs, a midday University Club luncheon, a Vanderbilt dinner, and an informal reception at the New York Yacht Club. He circulated among society leaders, concluding his visit with the yacht club gathering.
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New York
Prince Henry of Prussia
Waldorf-Astoria Hotel
University Club
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Prince
Vanderblit
New York Yacht Club
Great Lakes Open Sooner Than Usual Predicts Early Navigation
Chicago reports foresee an April 1 opening of upper lakes shipping two weeks earlier than normal as Straits of Mackinaw allow passage. Vessels note unusually low ice in the straits and Mud Lake, with the Soo passage near thawing. Sault Ste. Marie ferries are being prepared for service as channels clear.
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Chicago
Great Lakes
Straits of Mackinaw
Straits
Mud Lake
Soo Passage
Sault Ste. Marie
Etruria Safe in Port After Breakdown Off Azores
The Cunard liner Etruria anchored at Azores port March 10 and reported all aboard well. The steamer suffered a February 26 breakdown during dinner, breaking her propeller outside the tube and tearing away the rudder, after failed wireless contact with the Umbria.
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Iforia
Azores
Cunard Line
Etruria
Cunard
Umbria
Rioting Persists in Norfolk Strike Over Union Conditions
March 10 dispatch reports continued rioting in Norfolk Virginia as the strike rejects the Chamber of Commerce settlement terms. Strikers oppose working with non union men, require 85 percent reemployment, and demand no surety bonds. Military guard doubles after last night’s fiercest riot with injuries to soldiers and citizens.
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Norfolk
Chamber of Commerce
Twenty-Second Infantry Veterans Arrive at Union Depot
Three hundred and thirty fine appearing veterans of the Twenty second United States Infantry arrived at Union depot Sunday night aboard the Denver and Rio Grande line. They have returned from three years of service in the Philippines and occupy ten tourist sleepers while officers stay in two Pullmans. Colonel James Miller commands the regiment.
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Union Depot
Denver & Rio Grande Railroad
Twenty-second United States Infantry
Philippines
James Miller
Wreck Victims Improving in Maxon Train Crash
Reports from Houston authorities state that all injured in the Maxon wreck are progressing well. Named victims and exact injuries were not disclosed, but hospital updates indicate steady improvement across the group as of March 11.
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Houston
Tex
Southern Pacific
United States Company Buys Colorado Mines in Major Deals
In rapid transactions the United States Reduction and Refining Company acquired mine and smelting property in Colorado for over 1.1 million dollars. The Ameri can Zinc Lead Smelting Plant at Canon City was bought for 600,000, and the Granite mine on Battle Mountain Cripple Creek district also changed hands. The United States group will fold the Zinc Lead plant into its United States Smelting Company, a division of the parent concern, strengthening its western position against American Smelting and Refining. The Canon City smelter has operated for about ten years under D C Freeman, processing low grade zinc bearing lead ores from Utah and Leadville. The Granite mine, once controlled by D Lt Moffatt and Eben Smith, yielded about 82-100 ownership to the United States company for roughly 500,000, following bond and option arrangements. Three months earlier the outfit secured Commonwealth company for 100,000.
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United States Reduction and Refining Company
Colorado
American Zinc-Lead
Canon City
Granite
Battle Mountain
Cripple Creek
United States Company
American Zinc-Lead Smelting Company
United States Smelting Company
United States Reducation and Refining Company
American Smelting and Refining Company
American Aine-Lead Company
D. C. Freeman
Utah
Leadville
D. Lt. Moffatt
Eben Smith
Messrs. MacNeill, Nutt and Penrose
Commonwealth Company
Peru
Ind
Frank Kiley
James
Bridget Kiley
John Hayes
de Roques
Florence Maybrick
Maybrick
Copiah
Lincoln Counties
Mississippi
Montgomery
Copiah County
Henry Potter
W4o- Man’s Christian ‘Temperance Union
Newark
New Jersey
J. G. Hlesland
Bateman
Telestand
Arthur Bouchard
Matane
Quebec
Paris
Opera Comique
Rue Montmartre
Boston's Big Strike Expands as 6,000 More Join
Boston reports a surge in the labor strike against rail and steamship firms over freight handling charges by the R. S. Brine Transportation Company. By today about 16,000 have joined the walkout, with unions totaling over 6,000 pledging to strike and assemble 20,000 to 25,000 idle workers tomorrow. Governor Crane meets leaders while Mayor Collins appeals to M. A. Hanna and the National Civic Federation to aid arbitration and settlement efforts.
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Boston
R. S. Brine ‘Transportation Company
Crane
Collins
M. A. Hanna
Washington
National Civic Federation
Hanna
Fire Insurance Rates Rise in Western States
A 25 percent advance in fire insurance premiums will take effect March 17 across eighteen western states under Union jurisdiction. The increase applies to mercantile stocks in elevated dwellings, frame stores, manufacturing risks, and special hazards including cold storage warehouses, lumber yards, and grain elevators not rated under the Union schedule.
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Union
Busy Borers at Boulder Oil Field
Boulder Colorado March 10 Mr Rath von manager of the Martin well says oil has not yet been reached and will be asked again next Sunday. Owners and managers remain confident of a strike soon. Twenty three derricks along University hill are completed or nearly so with many lumber piles and new derricks started near the Mckenzie well. Derricks appear on both sides of the wagon road to the north and Valmont road with more lumber piles northwest of the Arnold.
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Boulder
Colo
Rathvon
Martin
University Hill
MckKenzie
Valmont
Arnold
Not a Probable Causus Belli
In Nien Asin on March 10 the disputed mission property between French and American consuls is under two acres and borders American mission land. The French consul halted building and placed a policeman there while the trench flag remains unraised. The American consul maintains caution, with limited likelihood of serious developments. London based Methodist missions and American missions hold properties within the French claimed extra concession. Americans have since purchased the adjoining piece which the French now claim. American flags have been hoisted on the disputed parcel.
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Nien
Asin
London
American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
American Methodist Mission
Angora Goat Farm Planned for Colorado
A letter to Denver Chamber of Commerce secretary Williams states FE W Kellett intends to move from Lake Lamping Siam to Colorado to establish an Angora goat farm. The inquiry seeks suitable Rocky Mountain sites and reasonably priced land for the venture.
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Williams
Denver Chamber of Commerce
FE. W. Kellett
Lake Lamping
Siam
Colorado
Agia
New York Drinks as Usual on a Dry Sunday
News from New York shows little effect from promised saloon closures on March 9. Patrons could still obtain drinks with minor changes such as seating at the bar or consuming “property sandwich” leftovers. Observations say closures were uneven across districts with most saloons remaining open.
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New York
Upper West Side
Immense Ice Floe Reported Off Japanese Coast
The British steamship Oceana encountered a vast ice floe about 200 miles off the Japanese coast near the Tsu gar straits entrance. The floe forced a course change and several hours of steaming to avoid collision. Ice lies in navigational routes to the Orient, with bergs visible above water and extending four to six feet deep.
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Port Townsend
Wash
Oceana
Tsugar Straits
Orient
Notable Sale of Shorthorns in Kansas City
Notable sale set for Marvel 10th in Kansas City as WR Nelson retires. The herd includes three rows bred by Queen Victoria and cattle from premier English Canadian and British herds, with many states and territories represented among the buyers and noble stock.
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Kansas City
West
WR Nelson
Queen Victoria
England
Great Britain
Canada
Luyers
Senate confirms Sloan as associate justice of Arizona Supreme Court
Short wires report the Senate confirms R. F. Sloan for the Arizona Supreme Court. Other items include the Farmers' National Congress meeting in Macon Georgia October 7 8 9 and 10 and various international and domestic notes.
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Senate
R. F. Sloan
Supreme Court of Arizona
Farmers’ National Congress
Macon
Georgia
Prince Henry of
Prussia
Germany
Tresay
Alice Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Thomas C. Platt
Havana
John Lawson
Milwaukee
Capetown
London Standard
Cecil Rhodes
David S. Stanley
Washington
William Brooks
James Roberts
Dawson Club
Cripple Creek
Sagasta
Senor Urzaiz
Finance
Ministry of Finance and the Interior
Sarah Jane Peffer
W. A. Peffer
Kansas
Washington, D. C
N. J. Melthenny
Peffer
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United States Reduction Company
George P. Murray
Murray
Alexander Sullivan
James J. Lynch
West Chicago Street Railway Company
United States Posit Jury
Francisco Archuleta
Coyote
Rio Arriba
Federal Court of
Julia Francis Mackaye
Robert S. Halt
Aspen Atining and Smelting Company
J. 2B
Wheeler
Aspen
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