Daring Mexican Central Holdup Near El Paso
A July train holdup on the Mexican Central near El Paso resulted in $50,000 and other money seized from the safe and consignments to a Chihuahua bin. Two masked robbers rode in on the blind baggage and entered the express car, ejecting a passenger who later matched with the bandits. The robbers fled into darkness as the train slowed.
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Tracy Tracy the outlaw visits Miller's camp near Wansaskat
Tacoma July 24 Tracy the outlaw appeared at Miller's logwing camp four miles from Wansaskat and ate dinner He says he did not escape Green River valley to avoid pursuit He plans to settle with a Merril brother and doubts he is wanted Tracy seems fresh and rested wearing a derby though carrying a slouch hat He still has a Winchester two revolvers and ammunition A brakeman who knew Tracy years ago sent this report to Sheriff Hartman
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Sultan Arrest Sparks Mindanao Hostage Case in Philippines
Manila reports Captain J. Pershing of the Fifteenth Cavalry has arrested the ringleaders in the Lamao expedition dispute. A sultan ordered followers to produce guilty Moros after attackers killed two Americans. One assailant was brought in horribly mutilated, confessing. Bodies of four missing Cebu school teachers found in the mountains. police captured the band’s leader and others. The date and full details remain unclear.
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Trial of Lieut Hickman for Ducking Pilipinas
Manila July 24 The court martial of Lieutenant Edwin A Hickman of the Wirt cavalry on charges related to guiding natives to Caballer’s stronghold concludes. Defence pleads justifications under general order 100 asserting wartime necessity. Witnesses and telegrams cited shift responsibility amid a claim of acquittal.
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Race report fragment from Hesperne Waubum clash
Descriptive excerpt notes a close finish between Hesperne and Waubum with Waubum victorious. Betting odds favored Hott horses and Direct Mal led pace in early heat. A Break faltered, while the favorite Crescens stood out on the track.
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Odeon
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2156 Fights in Philippine Insurrection Shown by Major Parker
Washington July 24 James Parker of the adjutant general's department compiled statistics on the insurrection in the Philippines. From February 4, 1899 to April 3, 1902 there were 2156 engagements with the enemy. The data show most clashes were arbunl attacks on U S troops or small detachment skirmishes. Major Parker notes few surrenders or retreats, with high casualty percentages in many cases. Total deaths and wounds totaled 4,470, with 2,897 killed or wounded by action or in operations, and the rest by disease or other causes.
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Washington
James Parker
Adjutant General's Department
Manila
Arbunl
Parker
Slate Went Through South Dakota Republicans Squabble Over Prohibition
South Dakota Republicans faced a split over a prohibition plank as Editor Streeter of Emmons county sought to revive the question via a resolutions report. The ticket was approved largely intact, with a platform denouncing anti imperialist attacks and denying corporate domination of the state GOP.
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H. F. Porter
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Death by criminal neglect in Spokane children
Spokane July 24 coroner's jury convicts Mr and Mrs George Graham of criminal negligence in the death of three children from diphtheria. Jury urges state law with penalties. parents, members of Church of God, refused medical aid, elder supervised illness, doctor used throat lancing but no antitoxin. One child survived. prosecution unclear.
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Warner Miller Forecasts Population Boom From Canal Link
Portland July 24 ex United States Senator Warner Miller of New York said Panama route favored over Nicaragua for a canal and that completing a Pacific link would boost the country’s population and improve the coast’s commercial and financial condition. He spoke after returning with a party including ex Assistant Secretary of State Frederick W Seward and S A fend of Minneapolis.
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New York
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Governor Commutes Death Penalty for Juvenile Bruner
Governor Fergusson commuted the death sentence of Cephan Bruner to life imprisonment in the territorial penitentiary. Bruner, aged 14, was slated to be hanged at Tecumseh for the December murder of Martin West near Vie Wt Springs, Oklahoma. Bruner has been moved from Tecumseh amid secrecy over mob interference fears. Meanwhile, a separate Detroit item reports Alexander Smith attempting a high dive from the ceiling.
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Cephan Bruner
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Tecumseh
Martin West
Vie Wt Springs
Okla
Sovernor
Et. Bruner
Unjust Freight Rates Hit Topeka in State Journal Sketch
The State Journal exposes topeka freight injustice with first class rates from St Louis to Kansas and Nebraska towns. Topeka pays far higher rates than Lincoln Beatrice Horton Elmont and others despite closer distance. Fourth class rates show similar discrepancies as critics demand Missouri river bias be halted. The piece argues railroads favor Missouri City routes and penalize Topeka despite proximity to St Louis and Atchison.
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Withdrawn lands eyed for national reservoir plan
Sterling Colorado July 2 telegraphic orders from the Interior Department at Washington withdraw 900000 acres from public entry across Weld and Logan counties Colorado Cheyenne county Nebraska and Sedgwick county Kansas for a possible first great national reservoir under irrigation law. Preliminary survey to begin at once with government construction if finally approved.
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Ask Pastor to Resign in Emporia Episco church
The vestry of the Emporia Episcopal church decided to ask Rev. Mr. Purcell to resign after recent St Louis arrest reports for drunkenness. A committee was appointed to draft the resignation letter. Purcell, installed four months ago, previously served in Parsons and was praised for sermons and conduct. He left for a summer vacation after delivering his last sermon.
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St Louis Police Court For the Misdemeanor, Rev. Mr. Purcell
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Murdock Marriage Noted in Quiet Ceremony
In Wleletta on July 4 Marcellus Murdock and a bride from the ML Aturgock unit witnessed a small wedding attended by a few relatives and friends of the contracting parties.
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Bailey Says Democrats Must Unite on Fundamental Principles
Texan Senator Bailey sends regret for missing New England Democratic League banquet. He urges harmony among Democrats, urges adherence to majority will at the next national convention, and stresses unity on core principles over disputed issues.
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Democratic Party
Steamship Merger Reported Amid Market Uncertainty
A fragmented report notes MERGER discussions between J P & Co and Mi & Co with partial statements suggesting completion of a deal. Payment timelines appear unsettled with references to December 21 and July 24. The text is unclear on final actions or parties.
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Ali Right Ngeeton
Jey
Market Report Passages From A Turbulent Trading Day
A chaotic market summary notes mixed commodity activity with wheat and corn under pressure while oats held firm. Wheat and barley prices fluctuate as cash and futures move, with provisions dull but supported by hogs and pork futures. livestock receipts and cattle trends show varied demand across major markets.
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