Conspiracy to Burn Schools Targets Macon County People
Five men and a woman face warrants in a Macon County arson and insurance fraud plot. The gang allegedly planned coordinated fires to defraud insurers, with Ardmore and nearby farms at risk, including school buildings. Authorities identify Joseph Heifner of Lowe District Insurance as an associate.
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St. Louis
Macon
Turner
John
Eos
Leroy Bamaress
Sumiers
W. Donostan
Leroy Summers
Paul Bentiory
Tye Donovan
Fois
Ie Coma P
Teuat
Erideice Wien Dei
Ty Maury
Joseph Heifner
Lowe Biste Incuranuen Company
Ronolferdro
Ardmore
Qhar
Echool
Peasants in Revolt Across Italian Provinces
Dispatches from Palermo Naples and other cities report widespread peasant unrest in Messina Catania and Syracuse. Sulphur mines are disrupted as misery and garden ties rise. authorities consult with senior officials amid daily violence and repression.
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Paris
Patel Today
Palermo
Naples
Fogeia
Siety
Skeith Tuly
Messinur
Cantaola
Syracuse
Greler Sirtees
Bank Glose Up Cleveland Savings Bank Doors Closed
The Cuyahoga Savings Banking company on Woodland avenue suspended payments due to financial strain. Treasurer Ron Pollock and officials halted payents while an exam of assets is arranged. Depositors feared loss as crowds gathered and the bank faced distrust amid the crisis.
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Cleveland
Cuyahoga Savings Banking Company
Woodland Avenue
Ron
Pollock
Sonia
Sings in Traveling Gown by Mme Schumann-Heink in Cleveland
Mme Schumann-Heink, the Met opera contralto, sang at Pittavurgare theatre concert in town on May 6 wearing a travel gown. A local society woman, Mrs. Stewart, alleged she damaged a coat and two years of dispute over a city attachment. Schumann-Heink plans to contest the matter, then proceed to Chicago.
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Mme, Schumann-Heink
Cleveland
Mire Schmann- Heink
Metropoltan Opera Company of
New York
Pittavurgare Theatre
Baturtty
Sherit
Eee
N. Coe Stewart
Neo
Stewart
Mise Prentiss
Schumann
Mix Prentiss
Schumann-Helnk
Chicago
North China turmoil in foreign rule debated in dispatches
Extracts from a diplomatic communication from Pe kin describe theＧ Chinese situation under foreign administration in North China. They warn that reducing tax collection costs may invite concessions and loss of independence, while noting widespread violence and famine amid standoffs between Chinese authorities and foreign troops.
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Pethars
China
Washington
Pekin
Tien Tein
Pekinmek
Chivas
Laricera
Sdu
Cmre
Soreen
Christian
Hoxar
North China News
Enereatelon
Eessiterpl
Iin Bens
Socom
Deney
Palim
Boers Concentrating Force Under Delarey At Hartebeestefontein
New York May 6 The Tribune reports that a force of Boers under General Delarey is concentrating at Hartebeestefontein. London reaction notes satisfaction and predicts another surrender. The Standard expects a push toward Prinsloo and notes British operations may deprive the Boers of favorable leverage as Delarey’s position tightens.
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New York
Delarey
Hartebtrestefontein
London
Tribune
Prinsioo
Melbourne Welcomes Royal Visit Parade Draws 80 000
The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York arrived by ship at Williamstown at 2 pm and toured Melbourne streets. Lord Hopetoun greeted them as ministers and officials presented. A long march past featured troops recently returned from South Africa, with streets lined by crowds and royal arches reflecting jubilation.
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Melbourne
May
Cornwall
York
Aberrutmert
Queen's Arch
Tarratmited
Will Build Bleachers by Waanburn’s Class of 1903
The Class of 1903 plans athletic park bleachers to seat about 1600, with a test capacity around 400, funded by sophomore clubs. Last year they built stonework around the athletic park at considerable expense and now commit to providing the new bleachers.
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Waanburn
Athletic Park
Germas Cabinet Berlin Amid Turbulent Reshuffle
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Berlin cabinet shake up with mentions of ministers for agriculture commerce and interior. Names appear garbled but reflect a district president and ministerial figures including an interior portfolio, signaling a significant governmental reorganization.
Governor Nash Visits Topeka on Westbound Battle Ship Tour
Governor Nash and party paused at Santa Fe depot in Topeka during a cross country rail trip toward San Francisco for the battleship Ohio launch. The entourage, led by J D Ellison, included state officials, reporters, and Mrs Sinks. Deshler and Helen Deshler prepared to christen the ship. a luncheon and brief platform remarks followed.
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United States
San Francisco
Topeka
Gov. Nash
Ubeme West
Uncle Sam
Santa Fe
Nash
Thpeku
Warner
Con
Louise Deshler
Helen Destier
Thea
Fred . Sinks
Mra
Helen Deshler
Daushter
Migs Deshler
Vmbus
Cincinnati
Watson
Mra. Nation
State Journal
Ghioun
Tom Anderson
HC. Ellson
J. D. Elliwon
J.D. Ellison Ovens
Ohio State Journal
Kaseas
Henry
Kansas
Kamas City
Lawrence
Geer
Beeweratia
Ohio
Somesey
Banna
Indiete
Ohie
Cot J. D. Ellison
G. Denelson
W. Soe
Einer
Mre_c
M. Spitzer
Mire
He. c
J. Bird
George B. Donavin
Columbus
Ewing Janes
Fisher
Common Pleie Court
Guthrie Mead Sima
Austin Sell
E Evans
J. Bi. Aten
HB. Apnold
W. F. Burdett
F . ©. Werner
Halph Lazires
Simon Duxhrue
Marvin
Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern
Las Vegas
San Frano
Meden
Salt Denver
Omahignis
Tistora
Orutock
Mes
Raton
Pretty
Trinidad
Mra Randolph
Chicago
Will Kutheron
Painesville
Du-Law
Mia Warner
Las Verna
Gloomy for Lipton. Shamrock races beat rivals in seven mile spin
Dispatch to the Exchange Telegraph reports Shamrock I defeated Shamrock J by a little over a minute in a seven mile race. Lonton Mey 6 A d.
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Lonton. Mey
Exchange Telegraph Company
Tax on British coal debated in House of Commons
London report says a tax on coal profits is expected to pass tonight amid government tensions over closures and miner pay. Miners’ delegates plan to meet tomorrow to decide next steps as coal volumes, notably from Cardiff, are reported to have fallen due to the chancellor’s scheme.
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New York
London
Ipeibtine
House of Commons
Sovernamnt
Michel Hitks
Jacksons New Uniforms Benefit Concert at Grand Opera House
A Thursday evening benefit concert at the Grand Opera House funds Jacksons twenty third Regiment band uniforms. The event aids purchase of outfits for band members for the Topeka trip and future concerts with Marshall's band and other talent joining. Musicians from the band in Cuba and elsewhere will return to Topeka to perform.
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Jackson
Twenty-Third Regiment Bend
Grand Opera House
Dooney
Topeka
Marshall
Cube
Mill Denies Plan to Consolidate Railway Systems
New York May 1 James J Hi prest mat oe Gupte Srirtheen railroad. ae Bien the nyport that it was formed thtwe roape ame by it thy Goulds Se amt it a isnt Bee eee er a system about to he eared ont aes a who is Sh hated here. malk: "The story is ridiculous aod entiney np Sxethy 00 any, "sertene atterition som bit.
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Mill
New York
James J. Hi
Srirtheen Railroad
Nyport
Goulds
Weather forecast brief for major cities May six
Temperatures listed for New York and Philadelphia and Cincinnati around 64. Washington shows 5 and 46 for Boston and Chicago and Minneapolis 63. Weather indications expect generally fair to tonight and Tuesday with westerly winds across Kansas and surrounding areas.
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Washington
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Chicago
Kansas
Appointment of Manhattan Post Master Was Unexpected
A sudden decision appointing the Manhattan post master surprised local officials and residents. The appointment, approved by postal authorities, follows a period of transition and staffing uncertainty at the Manhattan office.
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Manhattan
Calderhead push for more rural routes and Kansas notes
Fifth District Congressman W A Calderhead visits Washington and reports securing two appointments for his district, including a regular army post and a Manhattan postmastership. He advocates more rural route inspectors in Kansas, discusses Topeka politics, railroad prosperity, and local contract disputes involving George W. Savage at Haskell Indian School and related government penalties.
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Washington
A Calderhead
Earth District
Manhattan
Calder
Winne
D. E
Wreckago
Riley County
Calderhead
Office of Indian Affairs
Interior
Post Office Department
Kansas
New Wen
Kansna
George W. Savage
Lawrence
Haskell Indian School
Savage
haseoMciate
Indian Office
Secretary of the Interior
Department
Sarnae
Sumage
Kansas Soldier and Missing Pay Case Shrouded in Mystery
Fragmentary report details a missing pay case involving a Kansas regiment veteran whose name is linked to Heignemans. Police have not cleared all discrepancies as investigators note military appointments and internal staff discussions. A separate item notes Major A. O. Dic ent OP Ritneas suffering a stroke with his prognosis uncertain.
Body of a man found in river linked to 1900 strike
Chicago police believe the man Bert Shaw of Greene New York was murdered during the Gatgers mill strike era. A union card and a letter of recommendation were found on the body. Investigators tie the death to the same gang that killed Parresa in November 1900 and say the body floated all winter. The case will be pursued with emphasis on connections to the wood workers strike.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Morgan Rget
South Branch
Pollor
Sien Bus & Scribe
Bert Shaw
Wormerly
Greene
Shaw
Gatger
Binning Raill
ofGreene
Parresa
Mats
Gatgers Mnl
Missionary Looting Denial by Dr Ament Report
Boston May 6 The executive officers of the American board received from Rev Dr Arthur Smith now in Pekin a statement defending the alleged looting charge surrounding the siege of Pekin. It states that after the siege Dr Ament with several hundred Chinese Christians toward the headquarters used the contents of a house for the benefit of Christians with permission of Russian authorities and US aid the shipment was recorded and sold for the Christians needs.
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Boston
American Board
Arthur Smith
Pekin
Ament
Himseel
United States
Gution
W. Lhowee
Kennedy's Third Trial in Murder Case Nears Start
New York May 6 Dr Samuel Kennedy will faces another murder charge as his third trial approaches. New evidence from the son is expected and witnesses not used in prior proceedings may testify about Kennedy’s actions the night of the murder. Defense counsel claim an entirely new defense is being prepared with friends and associates aiding the effort.
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New York
Samuel 4
Kennedy
Funy
Eancdre
Dodge the Law Anti Fusion Act Sparks Dispute
A terse note signals a clash over the Anti Fusion Act, stirring debate and legal tension as figures weigh constitutional implications and potential enforcement challenges.
Fusion party planned in Harris bid to split ticket
Senator Harris leads a push to form a fusion ticket at the National Hotel, combining Republicans and Democrats under a People’s party banner. The plan calls for printing the ticket on official papers and for voters to mark both columns, aiming to disrupt party lines and widen third party influence.
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Munso
National
Choethas
Rome
Gemicn
Shenoh
Muslon Party
Therr iWitiat
Estrone
Envneh
Watt Bette
Teltuwe tUbdt Bayer
W. J. Babb
Aelewlol
Wien
People's Party
Yen Ehoren
Grant Harrington
Hiawatha
Yune Hider
Cae Charlaten
Urey
Lyndon
Fentan
Fentwria Oka
Henry Oy
Mankato
Eure Takuet
Laoned
Wis Babb
Wichite
John Curran
Anpretare
Toprka
Jamieson & Co Faces Pressures Over New York Stock Exchange
The article reports Jamieson & Co pledging to meet obligations while facing dramatic market strain on the New York stock exchange. Officials suggest the firm can cover its commitments, but there is doubt about timely clearance and potential penalties for delays.
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York
Jamieson
New York
Jamieson & Co
Jamiseou
Gormley Leads Topeka Man Named Bandmaster in Ottawa
In Topeka a man named Gormley was chosen as bandmaster for the First Regiment Band and served prior to war. He directed at Topeka’s school and continental events, then mustered with the Kanes as the Thirty-seventh volunteer band.
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Gormley
Ottawa
Topeka
Bastimaster
First Regiment
Erates Rersaiee
Mand
Kunass
Nettornal
Wilder Metrutt
Be Tgert
Peat
Sefort
Miterward
Unclear OCR fragment on legal dispute and lands at San Verigu
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a dispute over hours and a docket filed May 6 related to San Verigu lands and a movable measure. Names and context are badly garbled, hindering precise attribution or event specifics.
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Gesok
Mey
San Verigu
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