Depew Ousted as Morgan Pushes Spencer for New York Central
A dramatic report describes bond speculator J Pierpont Morgan nearly firing Chauncey Depew as head of the New York Central and installing Samuel Spencer, already president of the Southern Railway, in his place. The piece details Morgan’s influence, Vanderbilts, and European interests tied to the Central, with discussions of leadership shifts and stock movements.
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Chauncey Depew
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New York Central
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Ovente
Sarmdel
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Morgan
Wilbur E. Vundye
Veal Moore
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Hindeom
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Hiruugi
Leo
Amy Wiebe
Morgane
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Sadie Sperkes
Boutherin Railwney
Tee
Spencer
Hart Lane
York Centra
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Cottital
Larne Lael
Mir
Morwhrat
Bald
Bildwie
New York
J. Pivepiat Morwan
Haiti
Eatwest
Wieemrwr Eighidik
Piérat Mirgat
Lier
Dannii
Bias Markt
Vanderbilt
Ayal
Vanderbilts and the Vanderhills in a Baltimore strand
A fragmented account details a sensational affair involving Vanderbilts and associates in Baltimore. The piece references Mr Sarjiel and Mr Morgan, mentions a Willian and a gasping struggle over finances, and notes a 1995 incident tied to Ye Baltimore & Oblo. The report hints at family disputes, legal actions, and questions of inheritance amid public interest.
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Pierpodt Morgan
Patons
Poonliy- Atignea
Evita
Tollewises
PGK
New York
Sarjiel
Vanderhille
Eintian Wishart
Yandee Dale
Bae
Morgan
Myina
Willian
Init Suditeniy
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Teliere Kinsrett
Baltimore & Oblo
Wria
Cornelius
Vito bin
Phoes Cormellus
Raphuis
Strat Vanderhiin
Grace Witson
Three Men Lynched by Hankucky Mob in County Jail Scene
A Hankucky mob hanged two men and shot a third after abducting them from the county jail. Dick and Arch Proctor were among those executed as a crowd moved toward the jail yard. The incident followed a string of arrests and intertwined feuds ending in deadly force.
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Friseie
Sitres
Brusas
Arch Proctor
Anil
Jali Bere
Fragmented Rock Island Trackage and Local Utility Notices
A garbled OCR fragment references Rock Island lines and local street trackage issues, with scattered mentions of The Tooke Tyland Retroud compayee and various entangled names. Also notes sanitary atintuey Me A and references to a Topike Coal Co and weather indications. The text weaves through rail, street, and utility topics with incomplete, unreadable lines.
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Tooke Tyland
Oretuvell
Breck
Erick
Bates
United States Back Cameron Cuba Independence Resolution
The foreign relations committee unanimously agrees to report the Cameron Cuban independence resolution. Washington dispatch reports stock market volatility as Wall Street reacts to the anticipated measure.
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United Staten “Allouhl
Aloe
Unite States
Cameron
Foreign Relationa Committee
Lm Ae Colliers
Senate
United States of America
Cuba
United States
Atari
Suse Menartinen
Olney
Henettan
Nile Amntiers
Hennie Cumpion
Iin
Sherman
Wallatriet
Washington
Athar
Munbatray
Jenni
Unanimous for Cuba in Senate foreign affairs stance
Amid confusion a Senate foreign affairs panel votes to back supporting the Cuban revolution. Madrid dispatch notes General Weyler and War policy shifts dominate discussion as lawmakers weigh potential changes to Spain's Cuba stance.
Spain and United States Face Cuba Policy Debate
Fragmented text discusses Cuba policy as Spain seeks to resume work on sugar and tobacco controls while avoiding penalties. It mentions General Weyler, Premier Canovas, and Marin, with references to U S stance, Macrae influence, and potential reforms. The piece hints at delayed decisive action in January.
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Piangern
Germany
United States
Cuba
Farly Rennin
Macrae
Canovas
Biowt
Ikely
Ceneral Marine Storge -Ascnecrarn
Govrenenens
Crownlands
Secret Cuban migrants pass through Galveston to Key West
Reported movement describes a steady flow of Cuban volunteers from Galveston through Key West toward Cuba aboard vessels like the Mallory Hiera. Jos H. Mathes, head of the Galveston Cuban club, confirms the pull and notes men aged 25 to 40, many with muskets, aiming only as far as Key West. The group, seen as volunteers, may face US revenue scrutiny as they proceed to Cuba.
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Galveston
Cubs
Tex
Mallory Haera
Cuby
Fey
Jos
H. Mathes
Gulveston Cubian Club
Fes
Key West
Macros
Hidlun
New York
Jeter
Key Weill
Huweyne
Fonpeser
Bern
Crowble
United States
Valley Falls Meeting Chooses Officers and Resolutions
A city hall gathering in Valley Falls drew about 200 attendees. J P Batchpline was named president and Dr L A Burnett elected secretary. Speakers included S r Frank Seiliow and Rep. caions OF F Mirka ALP Shaffers. Resolutions urged unity among representatives in Congress and called for independence efforts and Cuban independence from Spain.
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Cali
J.P Batchplne
Predice
L. AL Burnett
Gi. W. Motarimon
Seiliow
Caions
Mirka Alp Shaffer
Dubl
General Mace
Siti
United States
Cuban Mass Meetings Rally in Columbus Kansas
A December gathering at the city hall expressed opposition to Spanish methods in Cuba. Mayors and speakers denounced oppression of Maceo and urged Congress to empower the government to aid Cuban patriots. Local activists organized a follow up meeting at GA RO hall to plan further actions.
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Columbus
Kan
Willeeta
Cota. Id
Maceo
Therusicas
Dublin
Pricetam
Wes
Miligarien
Petdin
Tejsk
Board of Charities Reports November Expenditures Across Institutions
The Board of Charities lists November expenditures for state institutions including maintenance salaries and care for deaf and dumb, orphans, reform schools, and other facilities. Notable items cover general repairs, water supply, salaries, and new building costs tied to recent construction and steam laundry services.
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Winteld
Main
Tenance
Waal
Teneka
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Cnt
Automsc
Boken New
Dvd Stesin
Ad Electric Ueht
Orawatram+ Uatibyilon
Lynn Goe Pop Big Lynn MA Voted for Kansas Craze
Reston, December 18 reports Lynn's vast majority in Massachusetts with a 1,700 margin amid McKinley victory sparks. The piece notes shoe factories, worker shifts, and a new political shift toward a Populist influenced mayoral race won by W. I. RAMMION amid campaign efforts by a local newspaper man.
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Reston
Htti Lara
Rammion
Cu-Dewun
Ramada Ie
Dad Bag
Lynn
Bika
Acerley
Lynn elects W. L. Hantsile mayor in free silver victory
Lynn, Nebraska, December 18 reports Bryan praising the new mayor elect, Walter L. Hantsile, a Populist strong supporter of free silver. The town’s sentiment favors silver coinage with a decisive majority.
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Lynn
Linnain
Neb
Willerm
Bryan
Waleter L. Hantsile
Maui
Lenn
Ty Bryan
Humsielt
Lynn Tas
Ryan
Kamkdell
Ani
Tewannd
Lynn Wes mayoral shocker and McEinley victory
In Lynn Wes a dramatic mayoral contest produced a dramatic result with McEinley securing a substantial majority over his Republican opponent. The city’s ward results favored the victor, while the defeated candidate faced a strong show of support from working groups and local organizations amid post election scenes.
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Thany
Imedet
Gavd
Riz Romsdell
Etry di Wavier
Lynn Mie
Burton
Bauare
Futmedet
Rammell
Bridgewater
Caghride
Boston
Durie
Tye Jn Bryan
Flint Companiy
Immerlincely
Insurgents Advance Westward Amid Cuban Tensions
Tiavarna December 3 insurgents concentrate forces in Uit province of Banta Ctera with intent to push west toward Matanzas and Havana. Weather outlook hints at warmer days, while cold spell predicted later may affect plans as fronts shift. McKinley heads to Evanston. Bryanston reports freee conditions disrupt travel.
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Tiavarna
Uit
Banta Ctera
Matanzas
Havana
AFL Delegates Push to Amend U S Constitutions
Cincinnati reports from the morning AFL session show Boston delegate Arhe introducing a resolution urging amendments to the U S and state constitutions. It argues courts exceed their power, threaten democratic rule, and cites Debs imprisonment amid debate on income tax rulings and labor-rights implications.
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Cincinnati
American Federation of Labor
Boston
United States
Aupreme Court
Nnil
Eugene V
Debw
Farord
Fenlon Dying Not Expected to Live Many Hours
News from Leavenworth reports that Thos Peston, stricken with paralysis during a supreme contest, has been sinking for about a day. He was born and has long endured the illness, with authorities noting the grim prognosis.
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Leavenworth
Peston
Bern
Democrats Weigh Senate Prospects in Midterm Fallout
A muddled report outlines Democratic hopes for a presidentially charged Senate race. Party strategists, including J. Mave Lave and others, weigh candidates like Atwood and Atwood allies while facing GOP resistance and local crosscurrents. The piece notes potential shifts, key endorsements, and the impact of national committees on Leavenworth and nearby districts.
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Bolt Uilewe Kho
Lake Oxy
Mack
TL UK
J. Mave Lave
Folin J. Arnson
Leavenwort
Tove
J. G John
Marti
Alt. Martin
Lcftle
Weill
Ais
Wenind
Agnes
Mike
Bagey
Atwood
Hrmeadt
Cadeas
Thas Johnson
Amanbounee
Frantic State House Walk Steal Prompted by Contractor Rush
A hurried government sidewalk project in Liveria sparked by a contractor known as Avy led to unsafe construction practices. Four segments were laid hastily amid bad weather as officials pressed to complete the project before a new administration took office, raising questions about oversight and safety.
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Liveria
Iney
Ale Welk
Hota
Oise
Waike Ca
Southers Train Halted By Masked Men
A westbound Southern railway train was stopped by masked assailants near Nashville Tyne and Fayette county. Two men reportedly forced entry, bracing a bridge and delaying the Bonuthern line for about an hour. No detailed injuries or exact motives are given in the fragmented report.
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Nashville
Tyne
Bonuthern
Ghent
Fayette County
Our Kansas Boy Lying In Spanish Prison Waiting for Help
A Kansas native remains in a Spanish prison as advocates urge the U S government to intervene. The family pleads for consular aid and coordinated action to secure release and humane treatment. The case highlights ongoing debates over prisoner rights and diplomatic channels.
Prison Interview Reveals Convict Conditions and Food
A World correspondent reports Ons Metton a competitor prisoner in a distant facility. The interview with the prison captain and officers describes confinement, diet, discipline, and mixed prisoner behavior. Food quality and rations are contrasted with expected military provisions, while staff references to humane treatment and daily routines shape the account.
Bryan Heads to Chicago for a visit Monday
The report notes Wit. Jurran plans to leave Litoots Nebraska soon and travel to Chicago for a brine visit, expected to arrive Monday morning. Kinley remains in town with Teele and others, while plans to meet Breun on arrival are noted, though a formal public notice remains unissued.
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Jurran
Chicago
Teele
Breun
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