Join Hands France and Russia Move Toward World War
A London telegraph reports France and Russia coordinating to mobilize an immense force for an imminent global war. Cables to colonial governors are said to list troops ready for immediate service, with plans to deploy about 200 000 men and related officer staff. The rumor notes ciphered messages, global reach, and potential demonstrations as European powers respond to rising tensions.
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Merch
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Chasybretain
Deera
Africa
Madagascar
Aste
Frith War Office
France
Turia
Balistury
Hubala
Constantinopla
Standart Oil Declares 20 Million Dollar Dividend
New York March today Standart Oil announces a quarterly dividend of 3 percent totaling 20,000,000 dollars. The payout is described as the largest quarterly dividend ever made at one time in the United States, amid market reactions. The curb quote for Standard Oil stock was 124. The note attributes the high payment to cap structure and government debt servicing obligations.
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New York
Standart Oi
Teday
United States
Tountist Convicted Sentences Stated
A local court convicted a person identified as Tountist and sentenced Byman Eleto to 30 days in City Jail. Marin Doe and Sylvian Kieth were fined 100 and 100 respectively under a prohibitory law as the city officials enforce penalties.
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Byman Eleto
Dudsy Marin Doe
Sylvian Kieth
Gall
Inter Uw City
Ardiamanr
Calderhead Again Renomlasreaier Repatlicana in March
Fragmented OCR notes report Calderhead of Macyetil being renominated today in the 7th district race. Also noted are obituaries for Mra Sq FL Stone and a telegraphy figure in New York. A telegrapher’s death and Manila aid efforts are briefly mentioned along with a Pence-style policy item for American benefit.
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Renomlasreaier Repatlicana
Sanustrae
Can- Fresanen
Macyetil
Cane Genitiog
Ube
Enlonasom
Mareh
MTA
Tax Dodger Letter Sparks Public Outcry Over Wealth Gap
A long anonymous letter published by Capital reveals a heated debate on tax policy and wealth inequality. The piece critiques tax exemptions enjoyed by the wealthy, naming various property owners and professions, and argues for permanent reforms in a landmark stance that targets personal property taxation and broader fiscal fairness.
Washington tackles antimonopoly push in new constitutional amendment
Representative Hay introduces a joint resolution proposing an amendment to the U S Constitution Article X empowering Congress to regulate monopolies and dissolve corporations when needed, asserting powers to enforce such provisions across states to prevent conflicts with federal law.
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Hay
New York
Wie
Severil Lafes
United States
Congress
Pure Food Bill Introduced in Senate by Senator Proc tor
Washington March 15 Senator Proc tor of Vermont introduced a bill to prevent adulteration of food. The measure aims to halt adulterations in various departments and places under inspection, with emphasis on protecting consumers through stronger safeguards against tainted goods.
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Senator Proctor
Vermont
Greatina
Buceho
Seraissey
Thericulari
Herrevia
Snowfall Brief and Cold Forecast
Little snow fell with a mere four hundredths of an inch. The day's high reached 47 degrees, dropping to near 10 by morning. Winds north at 18 mph. The forecast calls for generally fair but continued cold weather tonight and Friday. A high barometer lies north in Canada with temperatures as low as 20 degrees below zero in the north.
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Cox
Truz
Canada
Ena Tow
Mexico
National banks authorized and conversions approved
Washington reports approvals to organize new national banks including Hirst National of Cottage Grove Oregon with capital 25000 First National of Lawrenceville Illinois capital 25000 First National of Toledo Ohio capital 10000 Also approved conversions of Weatherford State Bank Oklahoma to First National Bank Weatherford capital 52500 and The Citizens Bank of Humphreys Nebraska to First National Bank of Humphreys capital 35000
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Lawrenceville
Til
First National Bank of Toledo
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Weatherford
Oklahoma
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Clements and Gatacre Unite at Burgersdorp Junction
Detailed dispatch reports that General Clements brigade joins General Gatacre with troops at Burgersdorp. Pretoria notes transfer of Free State seat to Kroonstad as British advance continues, with Roberts' forces occupying Bloemfontein and preparations for further operations toward Pretoria.
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Sheldon Bands to Organize Practical Christianity Abroad
Topeka March 1. Charles M Sheldon plans to organize the Sheldon bands to spread practical Christianity in England and the United States. Mrs. Eliza Bowman, wealthy widow, funds and supports the project while seusible offers from eastern papers tempt Sheldon. he declines to balance personal gain against aiding masses, aiming to establish a Christian daily newspaper in the East and expand social reform through active preaching and organization.
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Fred Nye
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the World
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Topeka
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England
United States
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Eliza Wilson Bowman
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Denmark
Sheldon Hax
Dale Llfe
Mystery of Mr Sheldon’s Prosecution Tour Explained
The article discusses Mr Sheldon’s planned prosecyting tour of England and a marked attempt to raise a famine relief fund for India. It notes Christian Endeavors efforts in the country and identifies Fred Nye as the movement’s chief encouragement among targeted classes.
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India
England
Open Door Policy in Jeopardy Amid Chinese Empress Dowager Tension
Washington and Shanghai reports warn that Empress Dowager’s stance toward reformers threatens the Open Door, with fears of rebellion and foreign interests at risk. The American association seeks British guidance. a U S warship may be dispatched to a nearby port, though China’s government is expected to restrain the Boxer movement without action.
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China Association
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Kiao-Chau
Department of State
Newspaper Dinner Honoring Topeka Correspondents
A 2019 Topeka avenue informal dinner honored newspaper correspondents sending dispatches from Topeka on the Sheldon experiment and Howe Lay Sermons. Guests included Frank P MacLennan and notable editors from New York and Chicago. regrets noted from Charles M Sheldon and Mr Howe due to illness and travel delays. Police court note: Robert Pigg convicted for driving with a $3 fine and costs after city ordinance violation. Weather: Kansas mostly rainy with cold and brisk northerly winds expected Friday.
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Topeka
Yopeka Daily State Journal
Topeka Kan
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Howe
Globe
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Tate
Leavenworth
Chas Oakesley
Kansas
Kansas City
Robert Pigg
Robert Pize
Howe Sermon Critiques Ministers and Gossips in Lay Reflections
A long critical essay by E. W. Howe argues ministers hype religion while ignoring practical life. He denounces sermon insincerity and fault finding, cites his own religious upbringing, and praises honest effort, education, and industry as true paths to reform. He recalls watching a preacher shout about Tuesday while offering little real guidance.
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