Hill's dramatic speech lashes populism and McKinley ties
In Washington on April 17 Senator Hill delivered a sensational address opposing a bond issue investigation and defending Secretary McKinley amid charges from Senator Chandler. He attacked the motives behind the probe, accused Populists of thriving on scandal, and urged a united front against the old parties' corrupt practices while praising McKinley’s courage.
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Waansuton
Hill
New York
Uachale
Treasury Agelovt
Seontor Chandler
Friends of
McKinley
Senate
Secretary of the Treasury
Mr. Jil
Treasury
Tosio
Frog
Kanana
Sweold
I. Potter
Kansas
Itl
Sen
Tooley Street
Aolenn
England
Chandler
Hilieard
Hills
Sosmy
Mill
Chandler Shears
Dei
Emiling
Gill
Dey
McKin
Joy Wae
Hygiene Association Meeting Reported In Boston
The April 17 gathering in Boston featured Mrs Kate Gannett Cheever delivering the opening address. The event highlighted lectures on hygiene and public health with notes on membership and completed work in the associated programs.
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Boston
Kate Gannett
Cumingawvalts Avenue
Cheever
Moctitar
Rate Gannet
Weils
Coretti
Wells
de. C. FE
Marion Silo
Witicks
Epronastusn
A PLA FIGHT ON M KINLEY AT REPUBLICAN MEETING
A planned effort to defeat McKinley surfaced at a Republican convention in April. An AAABA advisory committee circular denouncing McKinley for Catholic appointments and McKinley managers was read at AA lodges. Delegates favorable to McKinley faced pressure to ignore instructions, with J Otis Humphrey reportedly joining the AA to back Linton.
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McKinley
J. Otis Humphrey
Culom
Cuslom
Makintey
Linton
Convention Rates For Round Trips To 1890s Conventions
Western roads set one fare for round trips to national and other conventions. From St Louis within 200 miles, tickets sale on April 15, June 16 and 17, usable for return by June 1. Similar rates for Chicago area convention from within 200 miles of Abrego, with return by July 1. Prohibition convention in Pittsburgh to take place May 24, 25, 29 with return by May 4. Also notes on Roentgen ray experiments and editor jailed in St Joseph Missouri.
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St Louis
St Feouls
Plituburg
Central Passenger Committee
Arkhauas
Ndian Territory
Thexrn
Southern
Missouri
East Ark
Tata
Topeka
Morton Wanted Wine He Could Not Get a Drink in New York
New York on a Sunday report says Governor Morton attempted to order wine at the Hotel Renaissance dining room but liquor service was not allowed on Sundays. The scene drew attention as staff and onlookers discussed the rule, with Morton and companions reportedly dissatisfied.
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Lextseton
Paul al. Goeiz
Baer
Phoaniz
Tie Fa
Gorts
Wits
Morton
New York
Fannie
Occupy the White Lot Plan by Christian Endeavorers
A letter from a secretary at Wat Wks rear details occupancy of the White Lot by Christian Endeavorers. The plan calls for tents with flatforms, electric lighting, and decorations in red white and blue. a central flag, a mud platform, and temporary structures to house about 1800 attendees. The committee seeks city approval and aims to beautify the lot with garden beds and suitable adornments for the convention event.
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Lameht
Christian Endeavorers
Washington
Comenition of St
Mlo
New York Avenue
Wat
Cegard
seAtines
Vola Wilipsy
Sittch
Leavenworth Meeting Organizes Fundraising for Reunion
Local Leavenworth group gathers to raise about $2,000 for an entertainment fund as they plan a reunion. A committee is appointed to organize, canvass residents, and set a date while aiming to surpass a $5,000 goal for the event.
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Larvenworth i Alowut
G. A K. Peunlin
Leavenworth
Leavenworth Stier
Ford
G. A Ft
Rewaluin
Lowenwortis Ik
Neanes Wiinatadttes
Mitel
Snes Trent
Ais Thins OQ
Taylor
Maury Ettenwen
Bommitter
Anauelal
Hinke & Canvass
Anahoald Peves Aunaoneet
Ratall
Beloir Chen
Cfuszens
Blue Defeated Franklin and Smith Victory Debated Vote
A Kansas House debate on a National Homes for Disabled Volunteers board member became tense as Franklin’s amendment to replace someone with General O. C. Howard failed. The Kansas delegation largely backed Blue as talks continued with several speakers opposing General Franklin and supporting his opponents.
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Blue
W. B Franklin
National Homes For Disabled Volunteers
Momuccessfilly
Howerd
Franklin
Smith
Leavenworth
Grosvenor
Ohio
Henderson
Hull
Town
Hepburn
Iowa
Kirkpatrick
Kansas
Calderhead
Bansan
Miners For McKinley Seek Presidential Support
A 1912 style report from Ohio outlines a United Miner Workers convention endorsing McKinley aligned actions and hints at nominating Eugene Debs by a Populist tilt. Delegates largely wore McKinley badges while critics urged wage earners to back a representative candidate. Local political shifts and election fraud accusations surface in Madrid and Randolph County scenes as Republican factions organize to back St. Louis nominees.
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Debs
McKinsey
Fikine
Etams
W. Va
Leavenworth Prison Letters Push for Federal Penitentiary
Letters from Leavenworth to lawmakers urge erection of a George Washington style federal penitentiary. Sen Pinker and Sen Lucien Haller shown backing the plan, with talks of funding from 50 000 to 101 000 and a 150 900 total with 350 000 first year. Wires note possible changes if feasible. Also reports a fatality by a Prot Mason and a note on cold remedy and a machine prices.
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Leevengirth
Olusgens
Eusuerees
Gelted Stes
Letveoworth
T M. Prenen
Pinker
Leavenworth
Kan
Lucien Haller
Washington
Hanitentiary
T. Deavenworth
Tony
Bork
Sloe
Comet Discovered by Mount Lowe Observatory Pair
Professor Swift of Mount Lowe Observatory reports a new celestial object discovered in the heavens on April 17. By Monday night the object was partially verified as a comet with a bright head and long tail. It shows slow motion and a declination of north 13 degrees west minutes. Further observations by Dr Siily are expected to confirm details.
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Partners
Cal
Professor Swift
Mount Lowe Observatory
Siily Sa
Prohibition on Sea Bearing Animals In Alaskan Waters
The president has tested the amendment prohibiting the attacking of seat bearing animals in Alaskan waters and the 864 passed to give effect to the Paris arbitration. It warns all persons solely about territory under penalty of arrest and punishment.
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Alaskan
Baker Charles Viterh Dies in Mo lasses Tragedy
Charles Viterh a baker, was found dead after suffocating from molasses poured into his mouth. He laid on his back in a barrel, intending to ingest the syrup, and was fatally drowned by the liquid. He was known locally as a glutton, though not strong mentally after a head injury from a prior accident.
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Cameato
Charles Viterh
Extreme Heat Records At Cape Ann And Nearby Areas
Gloncaster reports a record heat wave with temperatures reaching 98 at Cape Ann and 76 in the city, while other locales note milder readings. Weather observers describe a string of hot, humid conditions and discuss a late season warm spell across multiple towns.
Coming Knights of Pythians Lead Grand Lodge May Assembly
A sprawling roster announces a May gathering of The Pythians led by JW Jordi and local dignitaries. The grand lodge plans include a public display at Copeland Hotel and National Theater, with prizes for lodges bringing most members, plus marching orders from Chancellor Walter and Major General Curna.
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Herm
Studevant
Presiden
JW. Jordi
Viet
J. Sau AdMor
Epererergy J
Sulinh
Gworge
Tssetet XO Wall
Ant Gries
Thie
M. Hnihard
Po Mobany
Col Horey
Austin Caeotl
Areyert
Theae Kiso
F Wallace Rathbont
Bauerwirman
Td Horn
Secre
Affi Saihe Spellman
Trecktion
Irs
Susan West
Ales Carle Guth
Moon
Edleratr Howistering
Libvie Genton
Sadie Spelhaay
Tia Stade
Gran Oige
Gverttrs
Copeland
Tnior Feck
NatonAl
Cormental Isi
Wilner Atrenta
Hobart for Vice President at New Jersey Delegation
The New Jersey Republican convention elected William Sewell Garrett Hobart John Kean Jr and Franklin Murphy as electors at large for St Louis. A plank urged Hobart as a potential vice presidential candidate though efforts to add specific indorsements failed. Also reported an immense landslide near Traph twenty miles east with Mary forests devastated and heavy losses.
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Tuestos
Yésterdey Emi
William Sewell
Garrat A. Hobart
John Kean
Franklin Murphy
Evicentes
St Louis
Garrett A. Hobart
Mr. Hobart
McEwen
Metteley
Regina Buch
Ihn
Ax Impolitin
Farman
St Traph
Insurgent captures and a marriage reception noted
Hataya April 17 two boys aged 12 confessed insurgent ties and guerrilla activity. April 18 Gen erei and Mrs Harrison hosted their informal reception at North Delaware street residence. April 12 carpenters union reports 50 percent of building contractors favor eight hour day. April 19 a train robbery near Lebanon Missouri identified suspects. April 17 extreme heat records in Chicago with 37 degrees. Bremner varieties and butter product notes.
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Merrie
Gener
Herrisoa Rereien TaDiasaroras
Ind
Generei
Harrison
Simea
Delaware Street
Cimvatasp
Ohio
Carpenters’ Union
Think Twice Before You Put Something Into Your Stomach
The piece warns readers to beware untold stomach risks and misused “nerve tonics” claiming to cure indigestion. It asserts many remedies are ineffective and promotes a specific vegetable-based preparation from Bates Chem Laboratory Marshall as a cure, citing testimonials from individuals in various towns.
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Paige
Reyer
Aterieh
Wendy
Stes
Prenton
Charlotte Lane
Hansomvitle Ng
Biuart
Baye
Bates Chem Laboratory
Marshall
State tuition refund policy challenged by governor
The governor orders an end to distributing tuition refunds to state normal students funded by a separate fund. The program, totaling £61642 this year, paid $5 per student and was not negotiated by the legislature. The move ends a long standing practice amid questions of its support and legality.
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Morr
Tustor
Morrill
Terrys Will Return To Join a London Company
April 1 report states Pret Terry and Julie Neilson will not join John Hare's company as it reopens in New York. It notes engagements, theater plans in October, and possible appearances by Ellaworth Tagslie and Tur Treat. The item references arrests, a Missouri railroad book, and a South Missouri trip for a book review.
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New York
Pret
Terry
Julie Neilson
John Hare
Hare
Neilson
Ebeland
Teutune
Atoll
Geo. Alexander
St. Tomes
Longin
Octoberia RC
Curzon
Enony
Taster
Verre
Beloit Encampment Special Train Announcement
Partial OCR text describes a Beloit arrival event and a special train. It mentions G. A. H., a city passenger agent, and April timing, with Beloit arrival around 7 p.m. Details are garbled but indicate a ceremonial or travel notice for a Beloit encampment event and a railway puller/PULLER term.
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Bock
Wil Runa
Aerink Conske
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