Gas Monopoly Threat in Greater New York
Nov 3 report alleges Russell Sage and Standard Oil originators aim to consolidate gas supply for New York. Proposed trust would dominate the market, curb competition, and set arbitrary prices, with a new company possibly formed to absorb rivals and control gas delivery in the city.
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New York
Consolidated Gay Company
Greater
Uber
Wtery Bhuse
Akup
Kesepiig
Stuffell Lake
Yieekinaeed
Gasosierk Sas
Aurrendep
Bibel
Angele
Anty
Prayers Fever Rips Through Giluboma Guthriel Families
Diphtheria devastates communities in Woods county as Christian Scientists resist conventional care. Authorities report several deaths and widespread illness in Giluboma Guthriel and surrounding areas. Officials urge families to seek medical treatment for infected relatives.
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Giluboma
Guthriel
War Armament Rush Marks New York Shipyards
Government accelerates armor and projectile production amid heightened wartime readiness. Armor plates and tests proceed in New York and other sites, with emphasis on rapid assembly and safety. Officials warn of possible conflict, urging continued manufacture and inspection of critical defense materials.
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Homssiead
New York
Mileste
Tyitet Staten Uduere
Moreton Frewen Talks on Banater Cameron Plot
Seussijogton reports Moreton Frewen speaks on alleged plots to reveal Cameron in sinister intrigues. The discourse covers provincial factions, attempts to influence state actions, and concerns about public order as the meeting ends with calls for restraint and political stability.
Football injury report from a late game incident
A violent incident at a football game left player David Wright, 17, with a neck injury after being tackled and piled on. Wright suffered ligament and brain injuries according to medical reports, while teammates and opponents assisted and officials reviewed the play.
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David Mt Wrietl
Wright
Normal School Figures Shown by the Board of Regents
The biennial report outlines expenditures and staffing for the normal school, noting 3465740 dollars in total payroll and detailing endowments, building funding, and projected appropriations. It emphasizes mileage payments for teachers, salaries, and requests for further funding to support faculty and facilities.
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Board of Regents
Boata
Ae i An Rian State Printing Company
Mt Emporia
Iegimiatune
Hier
Winnanerie
Whraries
Sabrefurien
Feh
Rane Penne
Jealee
Rent Dispute Sparks Unpleasant Scene on Upper Kan gan Avenue
An argument over rent escalated into a violent stand off as police were alerted by a tenant. Phrases depict a tense confrontation with officers and residents exchanging heated remarks in a crowded, chaotic setting on Upper Kan gan Avenue.
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Kan- Gan Avenua
Altgeld Going Abroad
Chicago November 22 The announcement comes through county beach meetings indicating Governor Altgeld will visit Europe for about one month. The report notes he will not seek candidacy or the mayoralty and plans to remain abroad for a period to consider matters of state.
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Chicago
Alliebt
Europe
Petnalss
Indians Fun Spoiled By Government Plans For Cattle
A passage describes government plans affecting Native Americans involving cattle and grazing rights. It references Judge Fister of Topeka and warnings of forced removal of cattle from exclusive lands. The text portrays a charged, chaotic account of policy action and local reaction amid controversial treatment proposals.
BABLES OFF OF BIKES IN LABELED INCIDENT
A garbled report describes a child near a bicycle incident with a temporary fatal accident claim. It mentions an alderman Windelph proposing a resolution and various railways and dates in Missouri Kansas Texas lines.
Against the Trust: Cleveland Steel Bid to Build Mills
Fragmentary item describes a Cleveland movement accusing a trust of discrimination and planning to open a new mill. It mentions a potential daily output of about 100 tons and costs around 500 thousand dollars, with J. I. Huckfelien noted as involved. The piece references Cleveland steel works using three open hearth furnaces and hints at a proposed Cleveland Steel Company.
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Cleveland
New York
Yorther
Cleveland Earwutners Alent
Ito
Cleve Land
Cleveland Steel Company
Ater
Populist split deepens as fusion foe nears victory
The Nov 23 article reports Populist governor candidate Mabie facing factional pressure from Populists and Republicans amid calls for a purge of rival factions. It notes turmoil within the Populist camp, murmurs of bolt, and warnings of future political shifts.
Satchel theft at station stuns travelers in Columbus
A man named Klippart traveling for Hipp. Dimbulsa & Co. of SF had 31,000 in jewelry in a large satchel stolen from a passenger car at the station in Columbus. He left his seat briefly to talk with a friend and returned to find the valise missing as the train filled with travelers. The incident disrupted evening passengers and investigators began checking nearby cars for the loot.
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Columbus
Nev
Tinion
Mt Kuppart
Dimbulsa & Co
Nasaen
West Yorks
Biz
Klippart
Cincinnati
Valle
Bettor Will Eat Monkey Cut Feast Sparks Controversy
Louleville reports on Wednesday’s cut feast where participants debated serving monkey meat while cat meat was praised as an acceptable option when properly cooked. Officials debated the legality and ethics before deciding to include a portion of monkey meat on Christmas Day amid public interest and competing crowd reactions.
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Louleville
Vogle
Boutsville Sivering and Heveline Company
Aaron Catte
Wien
Home for Consumptives anchored by J Pierpont Morgan gift
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Home for Consumptives with a partial mention of J Pierpont Morgan providing funds. It references an inauguration or dedication event with a location near Taner maint 35 apa and fleeting names, including Dr. Sturt and a laundry-related detail, but much of the text is garbled.
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Dedi
Palas
Taner
Tabata
Sice
Ang
Gostier
Sturt
Colines
Millions in hunger and Russia's aid plan debated
The British press reports a global hunger crisis with 72 million affected by famine. Russia proposes relief funding to aid Hindoo populations, sparking alarms in Britain and debate over motives and impact on political balance. Russian newspapers welcome relief but argue for coordinated action. Britain's St James's Gazette and Berlin papers question authenticity and consequences of Russian aid.
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Lord George Hamilton
India
Euveris
King
Unclear OCR header on McKinley inauguration saga
Fragmented text reports a McKinley inauguration with a committee presiding and absentee chair. mentions Alyren M. Parkoe, Senator Proctor, and others. Focus remains on procedural details of the unaugurated event and voting within a committee, amid garbled names and lines.
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Washington, Nox
Ulent
McKinley
Pete Todius
Joel
Xork
Esterday
M. Parkoe
Maulumibea
Proctor
Moodiard Waa
Beimiitasien
Hanne
Woodward
Sie Wasn Bigtiie Board
Eelle
Ince Des
Levi
Citcaer Otaioen
Stihor McRiniiss
Lee Vie Asicewine
Cabinet Guess. McKinly's Protkhle Canines
New York dispatch reports a cabinet guessing game over the potential secretary of state. Names named include Chauncey M. Depew for secretary of the treasury and Henry C. Payne for secretary of war, among others. The exchange centers on whether McKinny would accept a cabinet post with Tepew declining or accepting. The dialogue mentions Lyman Gage of Ti.
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New York
McKinny
mare—Chauncey MM. Depete
New Yorke
the Treasury
Alaric Hania
Nota
Nelean A. Ailes
Ohio
OFM
Clay Vans Tennesse
Henry C. Payne
Winconsit
Charles A. Bieaiteile
Maine
Steretary of the Interior
Williams
Ematings
Pennsylvania
Chautcey M. Tepew
Bieri
Tepew
Lyman Gage
Local Spring Festival in Taney County Headlines Events
A fragmented report from Springfield Missouri outlines a busy Taney County festival with multiple acts and venues. The piece mentions a Memphis lookalike group, a theater skit, and a musical performance at a hotel, with crowds gathering and various street activities before an evening departure via nearby cities. The notice references civic venues, local businesses, and a Steam Laundry at 14 West Sth Street with phone contact 333.
Mexican subsidies legal tender proposal shocks Kansas politics
A fragmentary report from The World details Populist legislation in Kansas proposing Mexican silver dollars as legal tender. The measure, backed by Senate hopeful King, aims to allow silver coins to satisfy future debts, sparking constitutional questions about federal currency limits and the reach of foreign coins in state payments.
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Kansas
Pakes
Fiiday
New York
Popeks
BS. 8
King
United States
Wanamaker's New Store Opens in Broadway
John Wanamaker opened his new department store in Broadway between Ninth and Testh streets last week. From the opening at 9 o'clock a steady crowd occupied every department, with 50 more clerks assisting. Wanamaker visited the store with Philadelphia associates and praised the metropolis reception, expressing satisfaction with the start and interest in successful departments.
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New York
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Broadway
Ninth End
Streite
Fl Caren
Cme
Elf Stewart
Auenny Ukely
Wankionker
Heavy Snow Paralyzes Tacoma Streets and Rail Lines
A heavy snowfall blanketed Taromia Washington on Saturday November 23 causing streetcar blockades and delayed railroad trains. Weather officials forecast continued melt and lingering cold. Local reports indicate drifting snow and low tides hampering travel as electric service struggles to resume.
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Tacoma
Taromia
Wash
Rock Island Route Promises Fast Reliable Service
Rock Island Route touts quickest and safest time to any point in the United States Mexico or Canada with ship tickets to European cities. For rates routes and connections call at depot corner First and Kansas Avenue or by phone Fuller City Passenger Agent.
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Pointe SoUnd
United States
Mexico
Canada
Europeas
Passover Depot
Pirst
Kansas
Fuller
Homeseekers Excursion Via Santa Fe Route Returns
Home seekers excursion announces trips on November 3 17 December 1 and 15 along the Santa Fe route. Ticket price 200 cents to several territories including Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma and Temes. Return allowed within twenty one days with weekly departures Tuesdays or Fridays. For information visit passenger depot Fifth Street or call Cromwell Jet terminal post.
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Arkansas
Arizona
India Territory
Louisiana
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Toot
Fifth Street
Cromwell
North Topelm
Burlington Route Harvest Excursion Offers Low Round Trips
Burlington Route markets a harvest excursion to Nebraska and Colorado with round trips to Chicago St Louis and the East. Advertises vestibuled and standard sleepers, chair cars and dining, urging travelers to pay for what they order. Includes travel to Kansas City St Joseph and cautions to consult local agents for rates and timetables.
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Burlington
Amit
Nebraska
Kansas
Wyonlte
Crab Black Hille
Colorado
Denver
St. Louie
Kansas City
I. W. Wakeley
St Louis
Chicago
Kansans City
St. Joseph
St. Louis
Cittaza
Eli
Circuse
St Louie
Uckets
Burington
Suffragists Puzzled in Kansas City Teems for Rights
Fragmentary speech excerpt shows Kansas City activists debating a proposed constitutional convention to secure suffrage. Speakers challenge male opposition, urge rapid action, and warn against agents of obstruction. Some call for marches and broader civil rights tactics to win votes for women.
Bootblacks Head Turned by McKinsey Letter
Michael Pipitts, a bootblack, wrote to President McKinley congratulating him on his election. He then toured saloons in Chicago with a companion, met a well dressed man who gave him a name, and the two were arrested in a district patrol. Both fined $19 each.
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Creris Carnes
Crinkers Pavey
Zallter
Snyder
Item
Canton
Seater
Hagan
Lee Rabornl
Cengunt Teluc
Ellen Hiner
Rene Thery
Lee
Snodke
Nick
Walter
Dior
York
Michael Pipitts
Moody Rips Dr Abbott and the Brook farm affair
A garbled report notes Moody attacking Dr Abbott amid church and railroad ticket notices. It references a Brookien event, a union school context, and mentions specific local agents, businesses, and Thanksgiving dinner plans. The text intermixes era advertising with sermon controversy, producing a portrait of a chaotic early 20th century scene.
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New York
Nev
Dwiett L. Moody
Seein
Brookien -Sanddy
Buick
Tad Abbott
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Thephounetts Kusine & Co
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Topelis Transfer Coal Co
Ransar Avenue
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Favorlie Wytruth
Horber Cowl Co
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