Waterworks Sale Bid Traced to Secret Meeting and City Vote
A bid of 3550,000 for the waterworks sparked a secret meeting where terms were agreed and the city council debated a bond referendum. Mr Spencer opposed the offer while others warned a failed sale could threaten the project and require a new municipal election. The discussion centered on financing, franchise length, and the role of the water system over the next decades.
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Arsit
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Camera Fran Athe Tageting
Conkell
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City officials review bids and discuss offers at meeting
The document records a city session where engineers report bid amounts totaling 9100 for Precision and 880 for other line items, while depreciation figures push a total to 11600. City Attorney Spencer weighs acceptance of the SaNLAK proposal as a June deadline looms and preparations for an edit begin.
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Fer Sa
Fete Gineer Volley
de Precision
Falun
Sailor Mission to Cuba Sparks High Level Debate
The protest notes and diplomatic tensions center on Secretary Moot Skested Core Wu and the looming Cuban withdrawal plan. Key figures include General Chat and General Jarabe Etaith, with court martial discussions and potential trials tied to the broader move as Manila hosts ongoing security concerns.
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Coben
Jarabe Etaith
Ibaa
Manila
Daly Whittier
Chies
Sania
Torture and Burnings Reported From Philippine Campaign
Testimony before a Senate committee describes water cure torture of the town president and forcible burning of Teburan and nearby areas. Soldiers under Captain Glenn and Lieutenant Conger allegedly administered water, beatings, and a planned arson, with several witnesses detailing the methods and involvement of regular troops and later the Twenty-fourth volunteers in the abuse.
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Smith
Terewith
Thaw= Une
Ghenn
Glenn
Sustody
Ruonere
Bisgh
Tia Glennie
Eirin
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Tycos
Cotter
Doyle
Tullo
Egbert
Lyons
Davis
Igtursa
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Conger
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Wade
Divris
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Holt
Col
Dickinsky
Strike Grows Serious In Pittsburg Telephone Row
In Pittsburg Apel 17s workers threaten to mobilize, aiming to extract top managers Bello and others. Reports say many are under arrest on charges of misconduct as tensions rise with Unemen and telephone firms. Central settlement remains unresolved as strike actions loom.
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Pittsburg
Tre Anh
Jeffries Corbett telegraphed about rematch plans
In New York on April 17 Jeffries and Corbett receive telegrams from brothers regarding fight details. Corbett, preparing for San Francisco, will train at Wood's gym then move to Hayside. Expected vote timing in September.
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Taeies
J. Cortetl
le Brother
Huery
San Francico
Hak Atic
Cortele
Resmelin
Lily
Siptereber
Corbett
San Franinto
Arcange
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Hayside
Bours
Corbett Mild
Burglars Hit Peoria. Four Thousand Four Hundred Stolen
Police describe a series of three daring robberies in Peoria involving multiple suspects. The thieves targeted trolley equipment and cash, with alarms triggered as they fled the vicinity. Witnesses report one man drinking water while others kept watch. shots were fired to scare residents away.
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KnGkin
Slivel Stuellett
A. Latiewood
Sewilly
Sielieson
Fred Strern
In Congress Hands Beerstary Steves Comment
Apr 17 report from Washington notes Beerstary Steves of the Cileloik Purchase Ex- Hesitian Cartany asked about world management and cognizants. He said no information is available and referenced a nonnutritional reversal. The piece hints at decisions looming at the Beard bet ot with possible early action on the Tipal tukculgetent and related matters.
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Prinehee
King at White House Controversy Sparks Prison Mention
Fragmented OCR reports L King at the White House with undefined references to James T Bing and an Interior official. It notes a prison link involving a Douglass colony member and a Sioux Falls incident with unclear details and several garbled names.
Thomas Chosen Rev. N. 8. Thomas Named Son of Late Bishop
Thomas chosen for a church post as son of the late Bishop Thomas receives blessing and recognition. The ceremony marks a family of ecclesiastical service with community attendance and formal congratulations.
Western Kansas to include Salina in bishopric rise
The March meeting outlined a new bishopric for Salina western Kansas with Missionary bishops appointed for Honnuie Ports Reo and Mexico. Nathaniel Seyiour Thomas, son of the late Rev. Thomas, was named bishop of Salina headquartered in Topeka after training at Cambridge and Kansas Theological College. Post includes biographical notes on his education and marriage to Edith Prines of Quincy.
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Morgan Talks Canal and the Nicaragua Route Debate
Senate discussions hinge on canal options between Pine River and Tennrook and the Nicaragua route. Morgan asserts the Isthmian choice hinges on feasibility and US interests, rejecting bypassing Panama and highlighting costs, politics, and the Philippines expenditure context.
Ruhlin's Forfeit Tosses Huge Stake at Fork
April 7 New Fork reports Al Smith loses a major forfeit after Madden posts a $10,000 stake. Vague remarks connect fans, a finish, and a carnival vibe with references to Sharkey and Hale. The fragmentary text mentions bets, private agreements, and possible transfers across places.
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al Smith
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Bublin
Alenthean
Veto Message on Cuban Reciprocity Debated in House
Washington April 17 The house opened at 1 o clock to consider the Cuban reciprocity bill vetoed by President Roosevelt. Speakers including Mr Jenkins and Mr Gaines urged opposition arguing diminished sovereignty and policy weaknesses while Mr De Armond attacked party rank and called the measure a remarkable departure in legislation.
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House
Roosevelt
Thomas F. Walter
Jenkins
Wik
Cuba
United States
Jenking
Gaines
W. Vad
Warner
Hin
de Armond
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Cheeliun
Rhill
Giilly
Uae
Tae i Wiende
Amram
Coburn in Demand Amid Yearly Assembly Talk
Secretary Conary faces requests as Chautauqua assembly plans and public speakers fill the season. Ottawa connections and regional discussions surface at the Bovwit meeting, reflecting ongoing interest in horticultural society affairs and community programs.
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Asd Retether
Hupnes
State Hortievichal Society
Choutsuga Assembly
Bovwit Des See
Agscrolly
Esterdar
Ottawa
Mitchell Promoted as First Lieutenant in Army List
The document reports a series of promotions including Funston's cousin promoted to first lieutenant and Captain Joseph C. with rank seven, along with various other officers named such as Galbraith, Elizabeth, and Yates. Names appear with placements in the US Army structure and associated districts.
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Washington
Apel
Joseph C
Belésuydec
Tatas
Chaea Hanbert
Jieabeth
Coronado
John P. Yates
Tr. Coon
Richard Hosnen Mohtalem
Otto F. Menger
Clayton
Elmer T. Retz
la Ramle
Havemeyer Purchase Aims Northern Colorado Beet Sugar Plant
Invades Colorado Fort Collins April 17 Representatives of the Havemeyer group plan to buy 126 acres north of town for an estimated 15000 to establish a beet sugar operation. The facility would be the region's largest and start within a year, with a second year expansion projected.
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Col
Havemeyer
Cheeed & Dent Edie
Svorks
Phint
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Neevee
Lebotong
Soutons
Our Trade With Cuba Declines in Imports in 1601 and Rises in Exports
A government summary released by the division of insular affairs shows Cuba’s calendar year trade with the United States: imports fell sharply while exports rose by about two percent. The report cites values in the 1800s figures, noting changes in shipments from the U.S. and total Cuban mercantile activity for the year.
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Edwasy
Division of Insular Affairs
Cuba
United States
Fair effort to aid Filipinos tied to World’s Fair plan
Fragmentary report describes Governor General Taft backing a joint financier plan with executive committee to support Filipino aid displays at a Louis Louis World’s Fair. Agreement to be submitted to War Secretary Root. amount from Huon Company not announced. Meteor near home. Emperor Wilhelm II aboard the steamer Scotia.
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Scotia
Pro Boer Smouation Sparks Uproar In Australian House
Victoria report notes a pro Boer smouation aboard the steamer loune and Senator Hires delivers a pro Boer speech advocating amnesty for Boers amid uproar. Washington dispatch mentions M Santos Dumont visiting the White House on April 17 seeking customs duty remission linked to his recent New York arrival.
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Avicen Had a Bad Night atmeterdam April 11
In an April dispatch from Avicen, an illness and confinement caused a tense night though fever remains non alarming. Official notes say the queen’s condition is tranquil, while the monarch’s health is monitored amid a fever that has not worsened.
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Official Dispatches Expose Bulwer Warren Rift in Natal
London April 17 Official dispatches finally released reveal a blamed Buller and condemn Warren’s competence after the January Lyton Kop defeat. Lord Roberts says Buller should have intervened when Warren failed to act, noting Warren’s slow response and poor leadership.
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Roberts
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Warnes
Leedy Is Mayor and Governor's Homestead Plan Emerges
The text mentions Leedy becoming mayor of Valdez and a claim about Leedy’s letter to Dr P F A Plicher, noting a plan for a homestead grant of 100 acres and a railroad through the mountains. It discusses climate and timing of snow melt around June 1 and implications for settlement and land access.
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Alanka
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Frost Grips Lands As Thermometer Drops sharply
Weather report notes heavy frost overnight with a minimum reading near ST degrees. Observer Jen ings warns fruit damage unlikely though ground frost forms across several areas. Forecast shows variable morning times from 1 to 2 o'clock.
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Ultimatum Issued in Transimprend Peace Talks
London reports serious difficulties between Traniprend era Free State detribetes amid peace talks in Pretoria. General Betha and Acting President Adeth Murger may appoint Myre Binie to overseen government affairs. A April deadline looms as factions discuss terms and loyalty pressures shape the fragile negotiation.
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Watt
Peice Pegiie
Henan
Ance
City approves permit for Yoong Cortett in May appearance
Police grant permit for Yoong Cortett to perform in the city this May. Officials say activity aligns with regulations and public safety rules. The streamlined approval follows standard review and notification procedures.
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Cola
Yoong Cortett
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