Watches for sale at bargain prices from Elgin and others
The ad lists a range of second hand and new watches with prices from $2.25 to $50. It highlights Elgin models in 14k and 15 20 year cases, Rockford and Waltham watches, and jewelry detailing like jewel counts 11, 15, 23. It urges buyers to examine the selections as bargains and notes Elgin has discontinued a grade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HH. Taylor
Eleios
Elgin Company
Pall Jowel
Elgin
Eralee
Rockford
Meade
Hampden
Columbus
Springfeld
By.t. i
Secretary of the Interior Rules on Pension for Children Under Sixteen
The secretary of the interior issues a pension ruling affecting claims filed after age sixteen for children of soldiers who died from service related causes. It clarifies that the 1870 act limitation excludes claims by or for insane persons and children under ten, and that such claims are not forfeited by late filing. Additionally, the report covers beef price trends and U.S. efforts to secure the release of ex Consul Waller in Madagascar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasnixetos
Itm
Morton
Salmon
Bureau of Animal Industry
Chicago
Gisthalf
Waller
State Department
Madagascar
Northeast Kansas Teachers Convene in Kansas City
The Northeast Kansas Teachers association opens a three day meeting in Kansas City with over 500 visiting teachers expected and representatives from northeastern districts in attendance. The event runs through Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northeast Kansas Teachers
Kansas City
Kap
Northeast Kansas Teachers’ Association
Fatally Crushed by Elevator Accident in Arrott Block
In Philadelphia on April 17 William Dean was killed instantly when the elevator car crushed him as he worked in a shaft. John Rees and Barry Goshen were severely injured while nearby workers escaped with injuries. The elevator boy Reef leapt from the car and sustained head injuries. Goshen, in the basement, was struck by falling timbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prrissones
William Dean
John Rees
Barry Goshen
Arrott Block
Dean
Reef
Goshen
Wasuixeton
Secret Service
National Bank
Blackstone Canal
National Bank of Providence
R. I
A. A. Wyman
B. EK. Brace
Treasury
Garfield
Covington
Logan E. Wood
Stewart
Wood
Stewart Wood
New York
Church Settlement Society
Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
France Banned Ads for Government Lottery in US Malls
The French government failed to stop American malls from excluding many France based newspapers that promote a government lottery scheme via bonds and premiums drawn. The State Department cited a US Supreme Court ruling on Austrian bonds and upheld the restriction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Wasuisetos
State Department
Supreme Court of the United States
Cleveland May Speak At Sound Money Convention Memphis
President Cleveland may attend the Sound Money Convention in Memphis on May 23. Representative Josiah Patterson of Memphis is in Washington pushing the event. Secretary Carlisle plans to attend and deliver the principal address, though no firm commitments from the president are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Washisgton
Josiah Patterson
Tenn
Washington
Carlisle
Will Fight for Hawaii An Appointed Commander in Hawaii
An American named R. H. Mc Lean, an ex naval officer, is appointed to command the Hawaiian Army with colonel rank, pay, and allowances. He graduated from the Naval Academy in 1872, resigned in 1888 to partner in Paris, and now leads the Hawaii forces. President Greenhut Deposed in Pronta. Distillery and Cattle Feeding Co. stockholders elect a new board after removing ex President Greenhut. Mortgage taxation debate in Utah constitutional convention ends with mortgage exemptions struck down. Eighteen tramps shot near Valley Center after railroad crew fires on the train. Earthquake shock in Vermont causes minor damage. Begg's Cherry Cough Syrup advertised with price and guarantee. The State Journal promotes its Want and Miscellaneous columns as reaching many Topeka residents.
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Wasmixerox
R. H. McLean
Hawaii
United States Army
Naval Academy
Paris
Chickasaw Nation in Turmoil as Gov Moseley Fights Insurgents
Couriers report a battle in Tishomingo with Gov Moseley and 200 insurgents. Six killed eight wounded as factions over sheriff elections collide. Moseley orders sheriffs and deputies to arms and calls a special legislative session amid ongoing violence. The U.S. president is urged to intervene to protect life and property.
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Gurmie
Tishomingo
Moseley
Chickasaw
Willis Brown
Charles Brown
Noah Mctill
Gov. Moseley
McGill
Brown Brothers
Wasninorox
Brown
Excitement in Japan over China peace terms
A Kobe dispatch says Japan will not reveal peace terms until ratified within three weeks. Armistice extended to May 8. Viceroy Li Hung Chang and his party left Shimonoseki for China. Rumor of eased plenipotentiaries sparked excitement. Seven Tokio newspapers suppressed. imperial ordinance planned against disaffection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Loxspan
the Times
Kobe
Li Hung Chang
Shimonosekim
Tokio
National Academy of Science Elects Officers For Year
The National Academy of Science spent the day in executive session electing officers. Prof. Oliver W Gibbs of Newport Rhode Island was chosen president for six years. Prof. Asaph Hall was re elected secretary for a like term. A council for the ensuing year was chosen including Prof. B Russ Yale Prof Gould Harvard Prof Newcomb naval observatory Prof Remsen Johns Hopkins Prof Goodale Harvard and Prof Marsh Yale.
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National Accademy of Science
Washineron
National Academy of Science
Oliver W. Gibbs
Newport
BR. L
Asaph Hall
B Russ
Yale
Gould
Harvard
Newcomb
The
Naval Observatory
Remsen
Johns Hopkins
Goodale
Marsh
Lady Somerset Replies to Hicks Libel Claim
Lady Somerset denies unfounded accusations by Mr Hicks about her London property and reform work. She says American press fairness favors publication and notes she sails soon, urging Americans to verify her position via London's housing committee.
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Hward
Gicks
Wasernotes
Associated Press Today
Lady Somerset
Hicks
Tome
Reform
London
London County Council
Boglieh
America
Wig
England
Willie Dunn Set to Defend American Golf Title
British pros arrive in America signaling the season start. Willie Dunn, born in Scotland with family golf heritage, recently landed from Biarritz near Pau France. He will likely coach a club and defend his American champion title amid anticipated contests. Newton water fight nears settlement with offer to sell plant. city plans bonds and water supply upgrades. Parsons hosts a major wrestling match with J J Williams vs H B Baker for late receipts and Kansas heavyweight title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie• Dunn
America
Willie* Dunn
Willie” Dunspionship
Biarritz
Pau
France
Newton Water Works
Newtos
Kan
Newton
Water Works Company
Parsons
J. J. Williams
Kansas
HB. E. Baker
Council Bluffs
Williams
R. D. Burke
Indianapolis
Blunders Delayed Tax Replies and Boxing Talks
Internal revenue officials refuse to discuss income tax returns amid reports of numerous errors by collectors over the past two days. Parson Davies signs to stage a twenty five round bout between Smith and Egan at Coney Island on May twenty seventh. Salina building bids likely to be rejected due to low offers, delaying a new call. Miss Lida Kelly is named to represent Kansas at the Confederate reunion in Houston May thirty. Sedalia civic federation to probe city finances and combat nickel in the slot machines. All repairs offered free at Lorgka Srgau Lauxpar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Internal Revenue
Smith
Ryan
Chicago
Parson” Davies
Billy Smith
Tommy Egan
Coney Island
Salina
WasninoTex
The
Treasury
Salina, Kan
Lida Kelly
Kansas City
Joseph O. Shelby
United Confederate Veteran’s Association of Missouri
Windsor
Henry County
Houston
Tex
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Mowlet Steciiig Company
Atlantis
Watch Salé No
Cc. H. Morrison
Jewaler and Optician
BOS
Kansas Avenue
SEARS
Kans
Times
Poe
Union Avenue
Missouri
Pesriess Steam
Secretary of the Interior
San Francisco
Joseph E. McClinchy
Locust Avenue
Emanuel
Church
Dexver
Col
Cixclyyatt
W. Kennady
Midnight
Hear Box
W. W. Thomas
Hamilton Ball
Itc
Cleveland
Will
Greenhut
Pronta
Whisky Trust Reorganization Committee
Distillery and Cattle Feeding Co
Satur Laxe
Utah
Wreurra
Eau
Valley Center
Santa Fe
Farthquake
Vermont
Buenxeros
Begg
W. R. Kennedy
the State Journal
Japan
Germany
Advisory Customs Board
Pry Bivrr
J. W. Hicks
Pine Ring
Missouri City
Lisenty
Ozarks
Crea
Howell County
E Locewoon
Kunsse City
Treat
Thomas
Sedalia
Sepada
Lorgka Srgau Lauxpar
Santa
Kansasity
Topeka
Baneee
Jon
Nigut Exp
Atchison
ST. Joseph
Leeve
Atehis
Atchisen &T Jun
Ewan Dex
Iiusas Avenue
Copan
Union Facific
CS Gee
Westhound
Denver & Pact
Denver
Eastern Westbuled Expres Limited
Sriven
Fopeka City
Eel Het
Trauke
Lys Topeka
Vinewood
Highbanh Park & & Tras
Quincy Stress
Jarboo & Grant
Kansas Ava
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