Jovial Club Arrestee Faces Forgery Charges in Berlin
Bertin countsman Klaus von Extioletein, ousted from the army over debts, is jailed on forging Dilts. The Der Prov Tchen Joydel club, tied to guards and Reichstag officials, allegedly had December cart forgery scandal. sightings tie to General von Hanke and police progress. emperor demands full truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertin
Jan Iz
Klaus von Extioletein
Tageblatt
Count von Kehchstein
Mulrions Garebiine
Reichstak
Berlin
Coint En Retofistein
Arkitten
Thrans
von Hanke
Havana Junta reshuffle eyed by military governor
Major General Lodkin appoints key officials for Havana including Menoen as chief of police and J C Evans former South Carolina governor as an interim supervisor of corrections. Senne Le Ceste praised as a wealthy Havana resident while Chiler McCullagh assists in implementing the police plan with Col on Muuiton. The Mouiton plan features detention of certain figures and a committee inquiry into the executive’s support for the Cuban assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Perfecto Las Rest
Atealth
Lodkin
Department of
Senne le Ceste
Chians
Havans
Menoen
J.C. Evans
South
Carolin Volorteers
South Carolina
Ludiow
Fletey
Department of Corrections
Chiler McCullagh
New York City
Muuiton
Menucal
Wipelies
Cuba
G&tler
Hav- Aon
Cube Ony Corps
Samoa Kings Fight Looms as Mariposa Leaves Island
San Francisco January 12 officers aboard the steamer Mariposa report that the Samoa crisis over royal succession remains unsettled. Competing candidates Matassa and Matistas claim the throne, sparking warnings from US Consul Osburn and British authorities. Thousands of natives converge on Apia as both sides prepare for possible conflict with ships including the Hingdove and Busaard in port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matassa
Matistas
United States
Osburn
Betsen
Ris Farn
Supreme Court
Cass
Apla
Matania
Hingdove
Busaard
Time ripe for English policy on China, Barrett says
In Vanrouter Canada Jan 1 Barrett United States minister to China advocates an active far eastern policy by England and the U S with possible German French cooperation. He argues that restricted trade will be hard to enforce and nations must guarantee equal trade rights under existing treaties with China.
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Bays
Barrett
Vanrouter
B. C
Empress of
Japes
Jao
United States
Bion
England
Jasin
Germany
Recela
France
China
Cream Balm Promises Quick Cure for Cow Ailments
A brief item notes a cream balm advertised for cows claimed to offer rapid relief. The text mentions a few names and places but is highly garbled, with unclear dates or organizers. Further readable details are unavailable.
Gold Output Tops 1898 Western Markets Total $2.58 Billion
John J. Valente, Wells Fargo & Co president, releases the annual precious metals statement for the west of the Missouri including British Columbia and Northwest Territory. Gold leads with $73,981,202, total metals value $177,022,688. South Africa adds $333,000,000, Australia $5,000,000, U S $3,000,000, exports to Japan and China total $16,000,000 for 1898 with overall rise over prior records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
John J. Valentine
Ahesident
Wells Fargo & Cac2 Express
Miesouri River
Britter Columbia
Northwest Territory
Aries
Colimbia
Southwest Territory
California
Wyoming
Errth Columbia
Noch
West Territory
Doral
United States
Ameria
Betish Columbia
South Africa
He Northwest
Australia
United Eaates
America
Japan
China
Straits Settlements
London
Ran Francisca
Sharkey Foiled McCoy Seeks Rematch Says Foul Blows Won
New York reports Kid McCoy signs a statement claiming Sharkey delivered several foul blows in their bout and that he can defeat Sharkey in a rematch. McCoy mentions DeWitt arranging a match with Corbett, while Lenox Athletic Club's Tom O'Rourke notes a purse split totaling $40,000 with Sharkey at $15,000 and McCoy at $5,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy
New York
Kid McCoy
Ins
Sharkey
M. McCoy
de Wit
Corbett
Tom O'Rourke
Lenox Athletic Club
Tunstay
Joner
Phelan Wins Support as San Francisco Mayor Seeks Senate
California Democrats back Mayor Phelan for senator amid a joint session involving senators and assemblymen. The vote split along lines, with Phelan flipping from White to Borus, reflecting intra party strife and strategic shifts ahead of the Empire district contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
San Francisco
Badamento
Phelan
Stephen White
Treat
Boru
Zante Bie
Peculiar Time for a Tariff Act to Go Into Effect
Poston Jan 12 United States court today holds that the tariff act of July 21 remains inoperative until 4 29 5 p m that day as signed by the president The decision concerns duties on woollen goods imported into the United States from various importers The ruling implies substantial duties paid under the act across the country and the case resolves a dispute over the act’s effective date
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poston
United States Court of A
Sual House
Sars
Richards Co
Fastom
Sulane
United States
Sounds
Atchison Champion to Be Sold in Foreclosure
Foreclosure proceedings against the Atchison Champion for a 1500 chattel mortgage prompt sale of the paper and plant on January 71. The paper, Kansas’ first daily founded by the late Governor John A. Marshall, faces loss while an array of medical remedies is advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Champion
Atchison
B. PF. Waggenerfess
Champion
Kansas
Joan A. Maron
Testimony on wartime supplies and medical care aboard the Seneca
Witnesses describe efforts to supply and treat soldiers aboard the ship Seneca during transport. They note scarce surgical instruments, improvised care, and the captain's attention to wounded troops while supplies from Texas arrived late. Dr Atwater criticizes canned beef and preservation methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seneva
Sthabey
Witerss
Walid
New York
Bern
Conia
Texas
Conner
Welleree Hospital
Wo AL Atwater
Agricultural Department
LAST OF W YORKERS LAST OF W YORKERS
Frisco, January 12 report on Corporal Loe Mse Gewis of New York and others from Hemaluth on the Muri Wee. All are now well or improving. Twenty attendees at the Sin Toile Teetiment Fut remain for ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Frinotana
Loe
York
Sin
Seeneray
Hondiats
Atvashin Hong
Oregon Leaves Callao for Honolulu And Manila
Captain Barker cables from Callao Peru that the battleship Oregon and the Scandia are sailing directly for Honolulu on the way to Manila. The tug Towa, with the collier Justin, accompanied by the steamer Centurion, is following toward the Pacific with about 4600 miles remaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Manila
Washington
Barker
Navy
Callao
Peru
Orexon
Scandia
Hoonlula
Hattesblby Towa
Orexira
New York
Marth Ward
Sal Brancieco
Justin Ma
Bens
Thousands Destitute in Sancti Spiritus Cuba Report
A letter to Stephen F. Barton, Cuban relief committee chairman, from War ker describes for Sancti Spiritus in Cuba a destitute population of thousands of women and children with many too weak to help themselves. The letter says conditions in the countryside are worse than in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Stephen F. Barton
Warker
Sancti Spiritus
Cuba
Fourteen Sentenced in Paris Robbery Gang Case
Paris January 12 The assize court sentenced 14 members of the thirty strong nearly band convicted of numerous robberies hold ups and outrages against women and suspected murder Several bodies were found in the Seine of late attributed to the gang Sentences ranged from two years to hard labor Seventy members remaining were acquitted or exonerated
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Assize Court
Obon
Seine
Smallpox at Hillsboro Reports twelve cases in five families
Marion January 12 There are twelve smallpox cases in Hillsboro and nearby areas across five families One child died Sunday The outbreak appears to be checked though the situation remains serious with cases centered in Hillsboro and immediate vicinity
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Hills
Wiicinity
Puiday
Out of Receiver's Hands Denver Jan 12
At midnight last night the Union Pacific Denver and Gulf and the South Platte lines passed out of the receiver's hands and became The Colorado Road renamed The Colorado and Southern Railroads. The company will operate 1537 miles across Colorado Wyoming New Mexico and Texas. President Trumbull remains receiver of the Julesburg branch until transfer to Union Pacific is completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver, Jan. IZ
Union Pacific
Denver & Gulf
South Part
Colorado Road
Colorado & Southern Raltroas
Colorado
Wyoming
New Mrexton
Texas
Trumball
Julesburg
Union Pacific Ie
Denial of Papal Nominations Report in Vatican Dispatch
A New York dispatch dated January 12 reports that Mar.keland, archbishop of St. Paul Sinn, is not nominated by the pope. The story claims no intention to establish a mission or presence in the Philippines, contradicting circulating rumors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vatican
New York
Mar.keland
St. Paul
Sinn
Philippines
Unarmed and Alone Report on Porto Rico Violence
Father Sherman’s report to the War Department describes orderly towns in Porto Rico, notes minimal disorder among locals, and urges a strong military presence to curb hidden bands. He highlights goodwill toward American authority, fragile Catholic structure, and calls for updated policing and education reforms for smoother governance.
Porto Rico Burial Customs Draw Fire From Father Sherman
The speaker condemns Porto Rico burial practices describing shallow graves and crowded cemeteries. He notes illegitimacy, alleged clerical complicity, and moral concerns while arguing integration and political aims. He emphasizes Puerto Rico’s civilization, educated class, and economic potential amid calls for governance without added burdens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto Rico
Father Sherman
California
New Mexico
Snapshot Highlights From Topeka News And Notes
Topeka items report a range of local happenings including theater, court, and civic notes. Galen Nichols cited as an expert handball player. a poultry incubator at the show. city paving, sewer remonstrances, and grain association events referenced. Court cases, hospital notes at Salvation Army, and a Kansas spiritualist address are mentioned alongside routine municipal actions and a damaged letter from San Francisco.
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Galen Nichols
Salvation Army Hospital
Justice Court
Oakland
T. F_ Dole
Sesa
Republican Flambeau Club
Oil Court House
Stek
Efp
McFadden
Barnes
North Topeka
M. S. Wims
Topeka Industrial Institute
Apares
Topeka
Mulichars
William Kleveth
Charles Sayden
Aoe
Crawford Opera House
Wrcyrus Corting
Katsan
Kansas Avenue
McIntosh
Toyo
Nitheet Ts
Kansas
SS Princisco
Gold Production in 1898 Tops 56B United States Leads
The Engineering and Mining Journal reports world gold production in 1898 at 56.216 billion dollars. The United States contributed 34.2 million, Russia 25.126 million, the Witwatersrand 73.476 million, and Australia 61.490 million.
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Africa
New York
Engineering and Mining Journal
United States
Russia
Witwatersrand
Australia
Real estate transfers list several property moves
Real estate transfers show Michael R Ackley and wife to TafT in Bers and 5 Marriaon Street. Nat Growbeter S Bird and wife to [ont Lund. Geo M Noble to Ree Company of America. properties in Berth and Crane's addition. Investment firms and several parcels on Chester and Washington avenues. J A Mulvane and wife to Joab Mulwanes. Priscilla Bruner to Lilliza Snow. J Engingdeeardian and Walter Gilley et al. et al.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael R Ackley
Taft
Bers
Marriaon Street
S. Bird and
Wits
Ont
Lund
Ce ii Toreedo
Geo
Noble Aml Vile
Company of America
Ixaniaa Avenue
Crane
Rarsbolnnsesne State Tuvestment Corporation
Chester Avennue
Liam Martha
Chester Avenue
Oakland
Princilla Bruner
Lilliza L. Snow
Township i
Walter Gilley
Burdge
J. Engingdeeardian
Artis Avenue
Tew Addition
Manila bound ships to sail by month end
Manila freight moves by river and sea as ships Senator, O io, Scandia, and Morgan City are slated to depart around month end. Two regiments and three regiments are expected to start for Manila via San Francisco, with an ocean voyage beginning about the 25th. Arrangements are under way for the Centennial to carry army freight to the Philippines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
San Francisco
O@io
Scandia
Morgan City
Philippines
Railsaw to be sent to Las Vegas
Preparations are under way to move the railsaw to Las Vegas. Several employees who have worked with the institution during its stay here will accompany it. Sidney Smith will arrive soon and serve as superintendent in charge at Las Vegas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Las Vegas
Sidney Smith
Fifty in a Well Reported near Manguita Plantation
Havana dispatch reports fifty human skeletons found in a well on a Manguita plantation. The writer claims the victims were cast in alive, some fingers severed as they struggled. Pedro Alagon is identified, alleged to be killed by guerrilla leaders Antonio Ries, Sergeant Jean Peres and Vicente Selago, all said to be in Havana. La Discussion also notes remains of 100 to 200 found in a Matanzas well near the evil guard headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Manguita
Senor Pedro Alagon
Antonio Ries
Jean Peres
Vicente Selago
la Discussion
Matanzas
Theetvil Guard
$250000 Lost By Citizens Of Gloucester In Copper Mine
A Clifton Arizona copper venture backed by Gloucester stockholders collapsed after internal dissension and selective abandonment. An axe and company formed about fifteen years ago saw assessments fail to hold claims, leading to the lapse of three remaining holdings as Arizona miners jumped them. The loss totals $250,000 with profits cited if properly worked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Mass
New York
Times
Mys
Clifton
Graham County
Arizona
Axe & Company
Pauncefote to Stay as British Ambassador in Washington
A Washington dispatch reports Sir Julian Pauncefote will remain accredited to the United States for another year. The British ambassador’s continued tenure signals strong interest from Britain in the Clayton-Bulwer abrogation talks and a new treaty ensuring neutrality in the region, reflecting close ties between the two nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herald
Washington
Julian Pauncefote
Attees
Julian
A Horse Doctor's Luck in Utah Gold Find
Vernal Utah January reports excitement over rich gold discoveries twenty five miles east of town in the Blue mountains near the Colorado Hine. Doc McDonald a veterinary surgeon of the Ninth Cavalry made the claim after a tip from a man named Johnson who had previously lived in eastern Utah. McDonald began searching for the vein when the unit returned to Ft Duchesse after fever recovery in New York.
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Vernal
Utah
Blue Mountains
Colorado
McDonald
Ninth Cavalry
New York
Johnson
Ft. Duchesse
France Population Growth Riddled by Low Births in 1597
France shows only 108,088 more people than deaths in 1597, with births at a record low and mortality well below average. The Temps notes births per 1,000 fell from 27 in 1841-50 to 24 in 1881-90, while other European nations rise modestly.
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Franer
France
Europe
Germany
Austria
England
Italy
Russia
A Change of Flags By Weasels of Cuban Coastline Line
Santiago January 12 The arenendes tee of steamers, the principal Cuban coastwise mail company, hosted a celebration from the Sta to the American fez aboard the Josefta. Heads of imperial departments attended as toasts were offered, including a salute to General Leonard Wood, military governor of Santiago. The commodore praised Wood’s leadership and expressed hope he would govern Cuba in sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago
Arenendes Tee
Cubas
St Louis selects officers for Louisiana Purchase committee
David I of St Louis chosen as chairman and James Con as secretary of the executive committee of the Louisiana Purchase to seek congressional approval for a 5,000,000 loan to assist Governor Francis. Davis of the World’s Fair in Chicago responds to Jane George BR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
David I
St. Lous
Cleveland
James Con
Thin City
Congress
Francis
Notorious Thrasher Meade Robs Enterprise Post Office
Meridian Miss Jan 12 Thrasher Meade described as a desperado robbed Enterprise post office with dynamite sacks of stamps cash and money orders. He escaped after a confrontation with officers. stamps blank money orders and cash recovered. Meade associated with railroads robberies and several jail escapes across multiple states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meridian
Miss
Enterprise
Bisa
Isow
Thrasher Meade
Meade
Smobile
Terprise
Rubs Burrows
Chicago
Ackerman
Sita
Aberdeen
Jac Fis
Kosciusko
Trustls
Wil
Fee
Ie Rt
Averdeen
Durango
Mise
A Duma
Post Office Ment
Express Companies
La Bourgogne Guilty in Collision Inquiry
The admiralty court ruled La Bourgogne of the French line solely responsible for the July 4 collision with the British steamer off Nova Scotia. The disaster caused the sinking of the other vessel and the loss of over 500 lives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonton
Admiralty
la Bourgogne
Storgehire
Tear Sable
Nova South
Severe letter threats from General Sanger over Cervantes Cuba
An undated scrambled dispatch from Havana reports General Sanger issuing stern orders to the mayor of Cervantes Cuba. A former officer Don Gonzales is asked to depart, or face arrest, amid tense military authority and broader islandwide tensions.
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Sanger
Maydall
Cervantes
Cuba
Havana
Francisco Valium
Matunmar
South8
Macaniens
Matutmas City
Wilma
Don Gonzales
Cervant
Sunger
Goresles
Matansas
Cera
Islands
Goa
Sen
Petes
Dingley Passes Crisis and Improves at Washington
Washington January 11 Rep Dingley has passed the crisis and is improving under Dr Deale care. The physician expresses confidence in his recovery as the patient sleeps naturally and shows better condition this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dingley
Deale
The President Won't Do To Washington
Incomparable public interest surrounds a request to supply the senate with instructions given to Americas commissioners. If any feAs are provided for the declination, the subject to action in Spain could be jeopardised by publication at this stage of the presidential instructions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Americas
Spain
To Grow Her Own Tobsoca Barcelona
Spain's Barcelona authorities push tobacco cultivation to reduce imports. They urge compliance on customs, seeking petroleum aid to rival Iran and promising payments to the United States for tobacco duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobsoca Barcelona
Spain
el de Barcelona
Elso Wlan Petroleum
Iran
Semler
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South Park Lines
Thomas E. Sherman
United States ‘War Department
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Molkdejohn
Inwular
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Gea Beveke
Porto Itico
Pather Sherman
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Arevipe
Bares
Ad Juntas
Coume
Inbonita
Cayey
Cagus
Agias
Buenas
Juntas
Humacao
Vieques
Fajardo
Carolina
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Miesarios
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Porto Hien
Porto Reo
Sherman
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