Burns lectures on municipal reform and workers’ power
John Burns, British labor leader, spoke to a diverse audience on city government reform. He compared London’s progress with U S municipal control by monopolies, urged organized labor to vote for civil service and anti corruption, warning corruption risks if politics and city services stay linked. He argued strikes will shift in nature, urging voters to choose between monopolies and workers’ rights to cleaner, better governed cities.
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London
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Burne Wey
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Buros
Theo Drea
England
Kjuae
America
Carnegiee
Jey Gould
Praker
Palco
Qutewnite
Kuros
Denver
Allet
Coutieweng
Tilice
Boras
Begland
England’s labor example sparks American reform talk
A reprint of a 19th century debate on labor in Parliament contrasts Britain's 8 hour day for 100,000 workers with the United States. It questions how soon U.S. policy might echo England by purging municipal corruption and expanding labor representation, noting U.S. constitutional limits and industrial monopolies. Also included is Dr Parkhurst’s controversial Heaven article critiquing biblical paradise as a spiritual, not literal, realm.
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United States Senate
England
Congress
Antil
New Yorn
New Jerusalem
Jerusales
Pullman Company Lawyer Resigns Amid Tension Over Policy
Unclear text discusses Jalin Runhetle and John Be Kunnelly amid Pullman Co. turmoil. It notes Mr. Runnells resigns as general counsel, citing desire to return to private practice and disputes with M. Pullacan’s leadership.
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Crivrace
John Be
Kunnelly
Pull Man
Whey
Rons
Pullman
Legel
Pontevez
Tad Mosowuousr
M. Pullacan
Peprona
Runnells
TILDEN HOME SOLD TO NEW YORK SYNDICATE
A syndicate led by A. E Sutiner buys the late Samuel J. Tilden estate near Yonkers Hastings on the Hudson. The 440 acre property sells for about 82,000 per acre, totaling near 2,000,000, to convert the site into a summer hotel and resort under a New York capital group.
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New York
Theyatene
Samuel J. Tiden
Youkera Kid Hiastings
Lnto
Doushs
Apnedicate
A. E Sutiner
Co Fronta
Hudson
Hard Times in Oregon The Vortinad Sires in Receiver Case
United States district court has appointed a receiver for Patho company street railways in Poathany Oregon. The action seeks to stabilize finances as the Sirest hallway passes into receivership with a claim of about two and a half million dollars.
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Poathany
Ore
Dee
United States District Court
Hes
Patho Company
Street Railways
Reed Looms Up Will Lead in 1896 Presidency Fight
Gen Clarksons remarks hint Reed of Maine as strongest candidate for the Republican nomination in two years. Other names mentioned include Harrison, Cullom, Spooner, Davia, Allison, with discussion of possible conventions. In Colorado, Utes under Ignacio resume movements, three days of travel under harsh conditions reported. Crosby store aids Christmas candy drive for 1900 plus children, with scenes of needy youngsters receiving goodies and a plea for Bobbie.
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Lan Fraxerco
John & Clarkson
Examiner
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McKinley
Reed
Maine
He Gles
General Harrison
Robert Linesln
Senator Spooner
Seastor Davia
Seastor Allison
Crosby Boos
Crosby
Russ
Associated
Christied
Sparkie
Bobbie
Living Doll Pauline Aged 18 Captivates New York Crowds
Princess Pauline described as a living doll, 17 inches tall and 50 pounds, performs in German Dutch and English, weighs so little yet shows remarkable feats, reception at Fifth Avenue hotel precedes a music hall appearance. Also notes dramatization rights for Trilby by Palmer and suffrage league efforts in New Mexico, plus a city ball plan for Gov Morrill inauguration.
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Fifth Avenue
Palmer
New York
Harper
Geurre de Maurier
Trilby
A. M. Palmer
Paul M. Power
London
Min Palmer
Gov
Morrill
Copeland Hotel
T3 Air
Santa Claus on Fire at Westminister Church Christmas
Santa Claus at Westminister Presbyterian church Christmas program caused a minor panic when Mr Douglass’s beard brushed fire from a candle. A six month old baby and others were shaken but no one was seriously hurt as parishioners rushed to extinguish flames and a blanket was used to douse the blaze.
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Westusiuiter Presbyterian Church
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Santa Claus
Liz
Wien
Santa
Westminster
Died for Mrs Kate Cross A Young Man Kills Himself
In Antohontas Pa on December 25 a young farmer killed himself over a rejected marriage to Mrs Kate Cross of Emporia Kansas. Cross, a former Kansas musical director at the World’s Fair, lived in a cottage near the Lackawanna line with a monthly stipend from banker Cristles Cross. The suitor, James Hesauer, shot himself with a weapon provided by his father after his pleas were refused, dying two hours later. The case centers on unrequited love and social disapproval in a remote community.
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Kate Cross
Emporia
Ean
Kansas
Pactoryville
Lack~awnona Road
Avan
Grogs
Tarmur
Jamin Hesauersi
Towain
Chusa
Kate Puiend
Union Paeille
Christmas Football Duel Between Chicago And Stanford Coast Clash
Chicago and Stanford meet today in San Brunueleco for a Christmas football clash billed as the coast’s hottest game. Both teams express confidence while Stanford, limited by exams, vows to heat up the field with a lineup featuring Hurretaon Nichol and Frankenheimer Ewing among others. The expected crowd and high pace add to the seasonal showdown.
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San Prancieco
Windy City
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Stan
Dewia
Cochin
Fickert Wrant
Allen
Roby
Lemaya
Spelding
Florin
Hurretaon Nichol
Bac Frankenheimer Ewing
Downing Hirseh
Kanooly
New Racket For The Cars Causes Ny Central Conductors Bond Demand
In New York Central conductors are ordered to furnish $2,000 bonds with security and references from reputable citizens. The move targets faithful performance of duties and cites a New Year order affecting passenger service.
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York Centre
World traveler boy seeks warm home after cold night
Floyd McKay a 15 year old son of Clancy McKay editor ran away to see the world and entered a police station in Cal Dec 2 lean from hunger and cold asking to go home to Council Blair Globe origin. He appeared hungry and eager to return home.
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Globe
Sugar Duties Strain US Spain Trade War Escalates
Washington reports hint at U S ports closing to Spanish products if Spain rejects Greshams protest. Cuba supplies seven eighths of raw sugar to US refineries, risking 2000 jobs as retaliation could raise sugar to six cents a pound. Canada gains with cheaper flour imports aiding Cuban trade shift.
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United States
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Cleveland
American
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Resaliate
Canada
Cavaila
Petition to Washington and London on temperance reform
The World's Woman's Christian Temperance Union plans a polyglot petition presented to U S government representatives in Washington in February and to British authorities at Queen's Bath London in June 259. President Miss Willard and vice president Ley Henry Somerset lead talks, with other prominent supporters, as delegates from American women are expected.
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Queen's Bath
London
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Ley Henry Somerset
Washington
Startling Railway Construction Figures for 1804 to 1919
The Railway Age presents annual data showing a dire 1804 to 1919 railway construction total, with 15,000 miles as the peak year. Oregon built only one mile, and New York to Boston lines affected traffic as mileage expands, while light rail and electric lines grow. Senator Walker plans an immediate post holiday Senate Interstate Commerce Committee session on the pooling bill. Olof Eibere, Merchant Tailor, 716 Huasos avenue.
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Jin Miles
Ingly
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United States
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Mexico
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Boston
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Walker
Senate Committee
Um Interstate Commerce
Corn for Nebraska A call for relief by the South
Dec 25 report from Batzimone notes severe Nebraska destitution due to a total crop failure. Richard H. Bilmsmila editor of the Manufacturers' Record urges the South to send a solid shipment of corn for distribution. The U.S. Department of Agriculture records Nebraska's average yield at six bushels per acre this year.
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Shatetate
Richard HH
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Acre
Snowfall Rains Across Northern California and Wyoming
A winter storm continues after starting last evening at six, with six inches of snow forecast and heavier totals possible in northern California and Wyoming as the system moves eastward. Desven reports snow from early evening through the night, bringing chilly conditions and travel disruptions.
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Cal- Grails
Wyoming
Christmas Eve Retail Frenzy Goes Wild in Kansas
A late edition notes shoppers rushing for last minute gifts leapt into sight with bicycles and furs. Banks and stores enforce strict exchange rules as readers seek books by Oliver Wendell Holmes and Trilby mania grows with family dynamics and unexpected gift choices amid holiday bustle.
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Christmas Juvenile Court Stirs Smiles In Frugal Trial
In police court this morning six young boys faced a Christmas related case. Judge Enemingur Alin presided over the bench as the youths, described as colorfully dressed, listened. The incident involved a stolen toy hidden near a post with a beetle ring, and the youths expressed remorse. The judge warned of Christ’s example and urged good behavior, with several names appearing among those present including Willie Pape Steven Shield Arthur Patterson Frank Weaver Fred Conley and Clarence Evarts.
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Bom
Bove
Willie Pape
Steven Shield
Arthur Patterson
Frank Weaver
Fred Conley
Clarence Evarts
Colored applicants denied entry and urged to organize separate group
A Birmingham dispatch reports Commander Huntly denies admission to colored applicants who sought veterans' charter status, advising they form a separate organization. The note hints at social tensions and urges restraint while promoting a church event and a new baking powder product.
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Enquirer
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Cal Bundy
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