Amur River Mass Casualties Reported in 1900s War News
A belated dispatch from Pekin describes horrific massacres along the Amur River with thousands drowned or slain by natives and soldiers. The report notes mass killings of women and children, villages burned, and a sea of bodies along the riverbanks. Additional items cover international discussions on Pekin’s open port status and punitive expeditions in China, plus British military actions near Pekin and rail project intents.
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London
Lov
Beligion
Pekin
Wader
Amur
Motto
Rahs
Ateus
Indueiri
Algun
Hortin
Jolot Uche
China
Emporia
Ching
Tien Tals
Furie
Yeng Tsun
England
Teinfonduret
Shanghai
Torsiu
Peace Terms in China outlined by foreign envoys
Foreign envoys propose terms for China including a monument to Baron von Ketteler, an Imperial apology conveyed by a German prince, and severe penalties for officials tied to anti Turkish outrages. Provisions call for executions for eleven prisoners and suspension of provincial exams for five years, with dismissals for officials failing to prevent incidents.
Fragmentary Text on Empires and Compensation Debate
A garbled passage discusses hoisting Hoos slogans and forts, mentioning sailors, guards, and a two year suppression across the empire. It references compensation for Chinese workers harmed by foreigners while criticizing Christian groups, with unclear authorship and fragmented quotes.
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Jans
Hoos
Mrs Jesse James Dead in Kansas City Widow of James dies
The widow Zerelda James of the noted outlaw Jesse James died at her home in Kansas City after a long illness. Born near Kansas City in 1844, she married Cole J. James and had one son, James. The family story recalls her late husband and frontier connections as a fading memory in the region.
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Kansas City
Baker Senate Bid Faces Fusionist Pressure in Bourbon County
A local邮件 dispatch reports capital political maneuvering as Fusionists pressure for a Baker senatorial victory. Republicans may split offices or offer concessions to secure Fusion backing, while Bourbon County Republicans express opposition to Turton based on his business record and morals. Baker appears unlikely to win Republican votes without Fusion support.
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Port Scott Tannne
Baker
Baker Republcans
Bourbon County
Turton
School Enrollment Increases Across Counties
Apparent rise in state school enrollment shows a gain of about 2,100 students from the prior year. Total school funds reach roughly 510,000 with attendance just over a fourth of the number. Wyandotte leads districts with 13,056 children enrolled, Shawnee and Cherokee counties follow, while the largest attendance drop occurs in one county with only seventy children in schools.
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Rene Sunerine
Une
Wyandotte Colut
Shawnee County
Thekarten County
Troublesome Boers Skirmishes Reported by Lord Roberts
London dispatches dated Johannesbirs November 12 quote Lord Roberts on skirmishes with small Boer parties in Harrismith Helts and Vredo districts. He notes three killed and seven wounded among British forces. Douglas arrived at Vrattersberg from Zeerust with 21 prisoners and stores. Venteredorp depot supplying Boers will be cleared out.
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London
Johannesbirs
Lord Roberts
Wire Office
Rundle
Harrismith, Helts
Vredo
Huntieh
Dougines
Vrattersberg
Zeerust
Salt Price Increase Reported by National Salt Company
Chicago reports the National Salt company raised price of table salt to 3250 per 100 pounds from 2140, controlling 95 percent of U.S. salt output with major mills in Michigan, the salt trust dominating most production.
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Chicago
the Chronicle
National Salt Company
National Salt Com— Jung
The
Salt Trust
Tt Michigua
Legislative candidates and political shifts in Kansas
Voters face campaigns for secretary of state and lieutenant positions as candidates from Nortonville Lyons Barber county and Wyandotte contend for a place in the legislature. A Sixth district Republican push backs Hi Ylils while other names surface in party filings. Weather outlook: fair tonight and Wednesday with northerly winds.
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Verr
Nortonville
Eheretar
Wena
Jordan
Lyons
Verenmieys Sy
Hi Ylils
Supreme
Byane, Hoste
Gop SfoGonieal
Gobi
MeRibatt
Mike Nenie Armarmut
Wyandotte
Tin Coneranty
Ainserstond
James Ex King
Samuel Kimble Tapped to Lead Kansas Exposition Legislation
In Topeka, Samuel Kimble of Manhattan is slated as chairman of a new legislative committee to secure state support for the Kansas Semi Centenary Exposition, slated for June 1 to November 1, 1904, with $27,000 already subscribed. Directors include W. E. Stanley Wichita and J. W. Breidenthal Topeka among many others. shares at 19 and 200 each, funds may be raised by district outreach rather than bank reliance.
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FD. Coburn
Sam Kimble
Manhattan
Kengegs
W. E. Stanley
Wichita
John W. Breidenthal
Topeke
John E. Frost
Topeka
A. L. Cox
Laveresie
HL McClure
W. P. Bowen
Cherryvale
E.G. Pipp
Burlinhame
J. A. Kennedy
Burlington
Sam Kimbie
Otis L. Atherton
Hineet
John A. Dalton
Mankato
Sam E. Cole
Harper
F. D. Coburn
Kansas City
D. Walker
Atchison
A. M. Jackson
Leavenworth
F. Gheldon
Ottawa
H. Albright
Winfield
Moore
Galena
E. W. Hoch
Marton
HB. Ward
Belteville
A. P. Collins
Salina
Ina A. Pike
Colts
Wm. Scott
Larned
Healy
Nocom
Association
Johs Frost
Montgomery County
Lewis Bhmnes
Independences
Stenda
Fire destroys jail in Lansing with prisoner perishing
A jail fire in Lansing, Michigan, destroyed the jail and city hall building costing $12,000. A prisoner perished in the flames after attempting to escape, leaving a large family in destitute circumstances.
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Lansing
Mich
Big Slump in Oil Causes Panic on Stock Exchange
On November 12 Chicago trading saw panic in American Linseed Oil preferred shares as 700 units liquidated, plunging from a high near 12% to 4% and then slipping further amid rumors of a skipped 1% dividend and alleged shorts. Common stock also fell before partial recovery, reflecting broad selling and profit taking by shorts on Wall Street.
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Chicago
Stock Exchange
Enor Peemire Tote Ee
New York
Train
Evening Post Today Prints & Story
Shorts
Wall Street
Linsted Common
McKinley Says Cabinet Seeks Four More Years in Office
Washington November 13 President McKinley told his cabinet he hopes all members will stay four more years, viewing recent election results as an endorsement of his policies and the administration. Discussion covered China generally and a forthcoming message to Congress outlines tax relief and war revenue changes while eyeing a Nicaraguan canal.
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Washington
McKinley
Mortien
London
Taku
Empire
Mortizon
Congress
Messiate
Senator Davis Suffering Worsening Ailment Reported
St Paul Minn Nov 1 The commission of Senator C K Davis has taken a turn for the worse with new complications. Dr Murphy and other surgeons in charge said the condition has grown more serious since the last bulletin. Temperature 105? and 24 piles noted as part of the symptoms, prompting telegraph to Dr Murphy for further examination.
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St Paul
Minn
C. K. Davis
Oo Arenas
Aude
A. A
Davis
Leavenworth Vetos Senate Candidate Stone Stirs Town
James C. Stone of Leavenworth concedes defeat after a Populist bid for re election to the State Senate fails. He suggests local sentiment affected party fortunes while alleging misstatements about a governor’s plans and Leavenworth officials.
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James C. Stone
Leavenworth
Senate
Mr. Stone
Brett
W. A. Harris
Hhump
United States
J. W. Guw
Otse, Lyre
Speakers Climb Poles in Hawaii Campaign Scenes
A Honolulu dispatch dated November 6 reports chaotic campaign activity as Republicans, Democrats and independents hold mass meetings and a torchlight procession. Haole speakers atop telegraph poles continued addressing crowds while a gale battered ships and coast. Governor Dole increases polling booths as a major storm affects the Pacific trade routes.
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Hawaii
Chicago
Honolulu
San Francisco
Cal
Dole
Pacific
Iast
and West
John G. North
Matukona
Walalenle
Prince David Wawanatakon
Mort
Mars
Res
Carpenters
Union
J Mack Love Returns to Ark City Office
J Mack Love lawyer and chairman of the State Democratic committee has returned to his office in Ark City. A note at the entrance reads that he has joined friends in Kansas in a battle for bread, signaling readiness for party efforts after Bryan's prospects.
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J. Mack Love
Bryan
Arkensis City
Mack Love
Mr. Love
Friends
Kansas
Irrigation congress push in Denver meeting
A Denver business group gathered to back the ninth irrigation congress set for Chicago. George Maxwell urged government built reservoirs financed at 15 million dollars yearly for ten years to store winter water and aid settlement. Labor leaders attended, voicing support for a national irrigation movement and committees were formed to prepare institutions and select delegates.
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Denver
Cal
Ninth Irrigation Congress
Chicago
Charber of Commerce
George Maxwell
James
Organized Labor
Maher
Brotherhood of Locomotive Wiremed
Quarantine Hits Pratt Homes as Diseases Rise
Pratt Kansas reports scarlet fever at the home of B Dodson and diphtheria at Morris Brigns, marking a third outbreak in the city. The summary notes broader regional issues with health and a disrupted telegraph and telephone service following strikes. A California forest fire near San Bernardino scorches large timber areas, forcing employment shifts and warnings.
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Pratt, Kan
B. ¥. Dodson
Morris Brigns
Bernardine
Cal
Brookidan
Bregaibes Park
Sun
Ban Bernardino Range
Soldiers' Home Vote Counts and Candidate Totals
A fragmented report shows the Soldiers' Home ballot with names like George A. Clark secretary of ate, McKinsey, Bryan, Stanley, Radon, Westworth, Elgit, Sedgewick, Wheatley, and Jackson. Vote tallies include McKinsey receiving votes while Bryan and others show scattered totals in the Third district.
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George A. Clark
Ate
Mckinsey
Bryan
Stanley
Arid Radon
Thal
Westworth
Hans
Elgit
Corner Stone Laying At State Normal School In Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Nov 12 corner stone of the new State normal school building was laid today in the presence of many distinguished persons. Principal address delivered by the Frey Air Kaye of Okaloosa. Historical review by Prof D S Wright. In 1876 four teachers formed the faculty board. Enrollment first year was 155 now 210. The state appropriation 35000 this year 45000 last year. Building cost 2100. President Jr Sverly has served 18 years the longest term of any state educational official.
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Cedar Falls
State Normal School
Dolly
Frey
Air
Kaye
Okaloosa
D. S Wriekt
Cncps
Sverly
Brooks sues city for ten thousand dollars
Wichita Kansas November reports suit filed by Frank A Brooks and Horton Cavellatiot against the city of Wichita seeking ten thousand dollars in U S court alleging failure by city to perform agreed payments. Proceedings reference dismissal and restitution related to a prior agreement. Other items note royal divorce reports from London and political notes from New York and Havana.
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Wichita
Kan
A. Brooks
Horton Cavellatiot
Wichitta
United States
Brooks
Wan Torfelind
Beckuee
Della Stewer Paraye
Potato crop ruin hits Michigan storms
Michigan potato crop losses from recent storms threaten farmers. Officials note the impact may reach substantial percentages, with expected heavy losses to the industry and related suppliers. In Washington, November 12 Secretary Long announces Wells of Imola appointed private secretary to fill Pinney vacancy. Wells has served as acting private secretary for six months.
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Michigan
Long
Washington
Wells
Imola
Pinney
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Patten
Tall
Ocean
Ligical Society
Tm. Ga
Sdrgreal
Baker Arrives as Senate Fight Advancing
WII Stay Until Senatorial Question Is Settled. Four Populists to Back Senator Baker amid party maneuvering. Burton allies push plan to offer the post to Labtur as talks unfold in the city. Raker’s noon arrival follows a day of regrouping among Republican and Democratic factions.
Gaynor Case Resumed With Sagging Trial Narrative
New York November 1. The Gaynor murder trial resumed with the examination of witnesses and interruptions as the court sought to pace the proceedings. The defense pressed questions about the relationships among key figures and the sequence of events surrounding the shooting, aiming to cast doubt on identification and motive.
Jealousy Triggers Murder Mystery in Small Town
An aged man, described as a friend to a young woman, is found dead amid jealousy claims. The fragment hints at a domestic motive involving a nurse and a curator, with references to a knife and a crime scene. Details remain unclear but indicate a fatal altercation sparked by romantic tensions.
Missing text from Michigan item on Hesperia man
Fragmentary record from a Michigan item mentions a Hesperia man and a November date. It references officials, a fire peril topic, and a Major Rafal gcam with unclear context. The readable bits name places and roles but lack coherent narrative or outcomes.
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Scott Fusion
Kanass
Army
A.J. Perry
Svesi
Cangl Dover, O
Wednesdley
Sriak
Kansas Exposition Committee
Samuel Kimble
Money
Stoct
Texday
Sony Tee
Leaven
Stone Sen
Tehonilike
Stan
Blanney
Stone
PRATT
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Tex
Vleettie
Telegra Telephone Company
New Normal School
Iowa
Arbert
Anhalt
Jenea
Bogle
Christian
Aribert
D Stone
Gotham
Miewensi
Democastic Nations Committee
Balen
St. Lotta
Syme Fae
Eer
Medical Congress
Washeco
Valery Faetaeds
Gergen
Rain
Rain Department of the Army
Havana
Cuba
Third Preathian
Tock Brokers
Gram Stock Brokers
F.C. Stedman
Beveteer
Simard
Vopeland
Burton
Senator Baker
Chartes
Navinea
Eee
Sakonger
Dukers Eudpulen
Oben Ata
Copeland
Raker
Mr. Juven
Te Ividalattire
Jake
Nurber
Kaneusight
Veahow Cauer
Fecal
Tan
Tekor
Huerta
Gaynor
Greene
F. Gaynor
Combis
Joly
Shenusa Keene
Johnnon
Jotason
David Baaus
Hasperia
Hteoveris
P. Vesiden
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