Funston plan noted as capable but risky political stunt
The item questions Funston's plan to capture Aguinaldo as a move many could dismiss as harmless if it succeeded. It also notes Russia's reply to Britain over Manchuria and compares it to U S and Cuba holdings. The column mentions Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism and other ailments, and commentary on Knox's likely appointment as Attorney General and Rodenburg's Civil Service Commission bid.
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Funston
Aguinaldo
Russia
Britain
Manchuria
Cear
Egypt
United States
Cuba
Rodenburg
Illinois
Civil Service Commission
Millinery Importer Reports Cure From Cough Remedy
Marion Rooke of T. M. Thompson, 1658 Milwaukee Avenue Chicago, credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with quick relief during a severe cold. He notes one of his milliners used it and improved rapidly, leading him to endorse the product. Sold by J. P. Spalding, druggist.
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Marion Rooke
T. M. Thompson
Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago
Chamberlain
J. P. Spalding
Mayl
Senator Frye Heads Foreign Relations Committee After Davis Death
Senator Frye accepted the promotion created by Senator Davis's death and becomes head of the Foreign Relations Committee. Senator Wikins will lead the Commerce Committee and push forward the ship subsidy bill.
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Frye
Davis
Senate
Wikins
Commerce Committee
Don’t travel without Chamberlain’s Colic Remedy
Do not leave home on a journey without a bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. It is pleasant safe and reliable and cannot be procured while aboard trains or steamships. For sale by J. P. Spalding. May 1.
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J. P. Spalding
Mayl
Republicans Attack Maryland Election Law Reaction
A political critique claims the new Maryland voting law eliminates voter literacy checks, requiring only ballot marking with no assistance. The speaker argues that illiterate voters are unable to cast proper ballots, effectively disenfranchising them.
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Maryland
Trustworthy Men and Women Wanted for Advertising
Wantep trustworthy men and women to travel and advertise for old established house of solid financial standing. Salary $780 a year and expenses. All payable in cash. No canvassing required. Give references and enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Address Manager 355 Caxton Bldg Chicago.
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Caxton Bldg
Chicago
Census arrests target corrupt head behind frauds
Director Merriam has made arrests but should pursue the ringleader believed to have directed the frauds. The evidence suggests the acts were staged to secure Representative Mudd’s election to the United States Senate, though his knowledge remains unproven at present.
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Merriam
Representative Mudd
United States Senate
Mission to Manila Sparks Fearful Question
Secretary Root travels to Manila with Corbin, prompting speculation about future policies toward Filipinos and the potential infliction awaiting the local population. The visit raises questions about U S authority and the fate of colonial governance.
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Root
Manila
Corbin
Big Steel Combine Size Exceeds U S Bonded Debt
A remark notes that the capitalization of the large steel combination surpasses the total bonded debt of the United States, underscoring the scale of the steel trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Evidence grows that Evans may be forced from Pension Office
Evidence grows that Commissioner Evans is to be forced out of the Pension Office at the demands of the pension sharks. The new Commissioner will understand this and will act accordingly.
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Evans
President Sees Congressional Lame Ducks as Exposition Props
The President appears to view congressional lame ducks as suitable features to fill an exposition. This opinion frames legislative backstage roles as functional spectacle in the latest commentary.
Prosecution Cuts Seen in Cuban Mail Fraud Case
The prosecuting force in the Cuban mail frauds has been reduced and further reductions are probable. The remark hints at Robert Ramsey Rethbone’s warning about challenging the pillars of the republican temple if prosecutions were too vigorous.
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Rethbone
Republican Temple
Prize money row over Schley victory compared to Montijo action
The remark notes Sampson will receive about $3,000 more prize money for letting Schley destroy Cervera's fleet than Dewey received for destroying Montijo's.
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Sampson
Schley
Cervera
Dewey
Montijo
Castellano Urged to Subscribe to Clipping Bureau for Edits
If Castellano would only subscribe to any clipping bureau on this side of the water, he could find editors to duel with. The remark underlines how access to curated editorials might influence his conflicts with the press.
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Castellano
Senator Platt
Teddy
Counsellor Pobiedonestreff Targeted in Shooting
A person fired at Counsellor Pobiedonestreff the other day, missing him. The incident involves an attempted assault on the official and arouses calls for punishment.
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Pobiedonestreff
Sweat box methods draw contrast with French justice
In discussing prisons, the writer contrasts our own sweat box methods with the alleged mistreatment in France, urging readers not to forget the local system while eyeing international practices.
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France
Senator Platt Critics Stir With Governor Over Policy
A brief note suggests Senator Platt faces ongoing friction with the Governor, with speculation about keeping Ted dy in place to stabilize tensions and policy direction.
United States to Grant Cuba Independence Amid Red Tape
The United States plans to grant Cuba independence, a move described as finalized after lengthy Washington negotiations. Officials indicate the process will be formal yet slow, signaling a cautious pathway to sovereignty for Cuba.
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United States
Cuba
Washington
British Captives Reach Boers Amid Rift in Command
British troops trapped by scattered Boer forces report a disorganized retreat. Calls go out for Funston to coordinate relief as prisoners are reportedly held and the situation remains fluid across the theater.
North Carolina declines to impeach Supreme Court Justices
North Carolina has shown good sense by declining to impeach the Justices of the State Supreme Court who disagreed with legislators on a point of law. It would have shown better sense had it dismissed the matter in the first case as frivolous.
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North Carolina
State Supreme Court
General Freddy Interferes With Presidential Plans
A rumor suggests General Freddy may obstruct Colonel Teddy's bid for the presidency. The claim centers on power struggles within military and political circles. No concrete timetable or endorsements are provided.
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Freddy
Teddy
General MacArthur Rejects Sampson Schley Episode
General Douglas MacArthur signals he does not want any Sampson versus Schley episode echoed in his command. He favors a straightforward account of naval history without partisan framing or sensationalized disputes.
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General MacArthur
Sampson-Schley
Clearwater County Officers Named by Governor Hunt
Governor Hunt appointed county officers for the newly created Clearwater County. Commissioners P H Bake, Wm LeBaron, John T Malloy. Sheriff Wm Cunningham. Recorder Frank Gaffney. Assessor J L Harris. Treasurer A B E Holmberg. School Superintendent Mrs Fannie Roberts. Probate Judge J S Hogue. County Attorney J A Brown. Surveyor D H Guilland. Coroner Henry Herchand. The Idaho legislature set commissioner salaries by class: First Class 700, Second 500, Third 800. Counties listed by class include Kootenai Nez Perce Shoshone Ada Bannock Blaine Bingham Boise Canyon Elmore Fremont Oneida Owyhee Washington Bear Lake Cassia Custer Lemhi Lincoln.
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Hunt
County
Clearwater
P. H. Bake
Wm. LeBaron
John T. Malloy
Wm. Cunningham
Frank Gaffney
J. L. Harris
A. B E. Holmberg
Fannie Roberts
J. 8. Hogue
J. A Brown
D. H. Guilland
Henry Herchand
Idaho
Ada
Bannock
Blaine
Bingham
Boise
Canyon
Elmore
Fremont
Oneida
Owyhee
Washington
Bear ‘Lake
Cassia
Caster
Lemhi
Lincoln
Portorico hardship fuels emigration and unrest after war
A San Juan correspondent reports dire conditions in Puerto Rico, noting starvation in districts, lack of work, and scarce credit. Banks refuse loans, municipalities fail to borrow, markets collapse, and tobacco warehouses sit unsold. Citizens crave citizenship and emigration rises to Hawaii, Cuba, San Domingo, and Ecuador as shipowners solicit labor. the Porto Rican commission's Washington trip altered property valuations and tariff disputes linger over the 15 percent Dingley tariff.
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San Juan
Porto Rico
Cincinnati Enquirer
Spain
Hawaii
Cuba
San Domingo
Ecuador
Porto Rican Commission
Washington
Nebraska Republicans elect bank presidents to Senate
In May Idaho on March 29 1901 reports note that after rejecting several men with modest credentials Nebraska Republicans chose two bank presidents for the U S Senate. The New York Sun boasted of a man shot in the Pabst seesaw, prompting questions about the Pabst’s location and meaning.
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Nebraska
United States Senate
New York Sun
Six Lessons and a Cattle Deal Across the West
A Salt Lake special reports John Sparks of Reno sold 20 000 cattle and an 800 000 acre land interest plus a 700 000 acre lease to A J Hartrell of Visalia California. Sparks receives 500 000 in cash and 12 000 acres of land valued at 50 per acre totaling 1 100 000. The sale halves Sparks Hairrell Cattle Co with Hairrell taking full ownership. Sparks keeps a famed Thoroughbred herd.
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Denver News
Salt Lake
John Sparks
Reno
Nevada
A. J. Hartrell
Visalia
Cal
Sparks
Sparks-Hairrell
The Sun Shines Selflessly Yet Shines Its Own Light
A reflective aphorism notes the sun’s unselfish nature, shining for all while enduring its own luminous prominence.
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Challim
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Gsweet
Eritor&Prop
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Mr. Knox
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Shoshone
May Literary Program
May Public School and Literary Society
Pabsamaroi Valley
America
A. Lewis
Our Debating Society
Mrs. Cleveland
Nellie
Bertha Campbell
Miller
Katie Wiggins
George Grubb
Nebuchandnezzar
Orville Wright
Myrtle Campbell
Miller's Choir
Lee Wiggins
Fred Wright
Sarah Lewis
Dora Christian
Miller's Orchestra
Robert Whitsett
Valentine Maelzer
Kate
Cleveland
St. Michael
Miss McDonald
Dick Jones
J. F. Christian
Nasby
May
N. Howe
Soes
James Gayle
W. H. Fecener
R.N. Hull &Co
Miers
Challis
Buster
John P. Spalding
Prop
Pabst Milwaukee
Idano
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