Lippincott Burned Out in Philadelphia Fire
A major blaze in Philadelphia destroyed Lippincott publishing plants and machinery, with losses near two million dollars. Partridge and Richersons department store and several other buildings suffered heavy damage as flames swept Filbert and Market streets. Insurance covered the losses, and the fire department battled the blaze for hours, keeping it from spreading to nearby properties.
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Philadelphia
Partrides & Witchardson
Linpintrott & Ch. Bok
Rmen- Humes
Homintore
Millinghy
Elenth Street
Aasesee
1Dt Brothers
Market Strert
Burhtn
Seeeneh
Dammaett
Lipnibeott Publishing House
Filbert Striet
Partuiise
Hiehardsivh
Lippincott
Hames
Chess
Fiewween Lits
Apl
Mithotanns
Hatley
Hosehbure
Pyrtisiizee & Richardes
Elie
Trolley
Wan
Marris
Market Street
AOS
Thole
October Weather Report From University of Kansas
Chancellor F Snow reports October weather with above average temperatures and a record high for the month. The warm spell included four days reaching the 90s, no killing frost, and generally cloudier skies than normal. Ottawa smallpox case noted with exposure at a hotel and surrounding concern in the Fourth neighborhood.
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F. Snow
University of Kansas
Averace
Court Comedy Over Bonded Stipulation Rumors
In a heated Supreme Court session a disputed stipulation about collusion sparks jokes. Justice Brew questions the document while Judge Horton and others face interruptions as trials drift through procedural squabbles and statements from Tracy and Attorney General Royle.
New York man swindles government by washing stamps
A New York man defrauded the government by washing revenue stamps at a rate of 26,000 stamps per day, with about five thousand stamps seized from Hadeau's store. The scheme involved errand boys and junior clerks frequenting brokers and dealers as officials investigated the matter.
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New York
Dar
Wait
Errand Boys
Alters Veh
Ebaedu
Stine
Alred
el Rubalelen
Hadeau
Syndicate collapse and bankruptcy fears amid stock lot
Confused OCR recounts a failed syndicate action in Beeckien with 10 shares of Krogkion Rapid Transit and scraps of papers. No cash found, a receiver appointed, and creditors pursue legal protections while questions linger about liabilities and the involved parties.
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Setiaen
Beeckien
Miller
Krogkion Rapid Transit Stoc
Eirduahen
Moins Indore
Ubert
G. Taylor
Uo Benelleva
Raimie
Miter
United States
Pelicy
Jinler Thomas
Attormrs
Teifent
Cases Not Be Dropped Telegraph Suit to Be Prosected
The article outlines ongoing legal actions despite a court decision. It notes a large deposition volume and references multiple parties, including a company linked to the case. The text mentions federal court proceedings and continued pursuit by prosecution in the matter citation remains pending in Western Territory jurisdiction.
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T4berand
Shiavenee Magete
Jisdae
Heuer & Pu
Coupe-Earmiicy
Pevanbrod
Slavery on the Bench Unclear Gloucester Telegram Note
Fragmentary report discusses a Seer telegram and mine workers jailed at Kort Scott under federal authority. Mentions November 29, 1838, and Port Gauss Jail. Event tone suggests a protest or legal action regarding slavery, but the text is damaged and names/locations are uncertain.
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Seer
Tos Mlegram
Eleese
Kort Scott
Ander
Federal
Gaus
Trealim
State House Officers To Spend Thanksgiving At Home
In accord with the coverall prictamasion the state heaven will be cloved tomorrow and officials and staff will mark the day without state worries. Governor Stanley planned to leave for Thanksgiving. Devire departed to White Monday night and will return to the executive Thursday morning.
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Stanley
Devire
Alice Fytdas Mornime
Political Fluster Hints at Indian Territory Post
Fragmented report notes Findlay Befl declining an Indian Territory post after dubious statements. Confusing garbled text mentions new assignments and a Metropole Hotel proprietors Henry Purdy and Geirse H H Weatt in New York. Weather line recalls Kansas forecast with Thursday wind changes.
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New York
Henry W. Purdy
Geirse H H. Weatt
Hotel Metropole
Broadwey
McKinley outlines expansion and governance plans for islands
President McKinley’s third annual message to Congress emphasizes sovereignty over the Philippine Islands, a civil government for Cuba under military sway, and plans to extend administration to Hawaii. He urges immediate reforms, appointing officials, and preparing for future territorial changes, while noting trade assurances and boundary resolutions.
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New York
Herald
Washington
McWinley
Congress
Mearney
Philippine Islands
Negros
Phiippist Commission
Cuba
Unier Mill
McKinney
Hawaii
Jelena
Sarom
Ching
Fort Scott judge sentences miner’s strike case in state jail
A Dalal Stine Workers of Aneta member, tied to a federal case, was sentenced for aiding striking miners. The defendant remains at Bourton County jail as prosecutors note there were no additional indications of a broader conspiracy. The case raises questions about prison placement and impartiality in the justice system.
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Fort Scott
X—Sonn
Bb. Howes
Rational
Dalal Stine Workers
Aneta
Hemet
Erbe
Bourton
Bini
Bis
County Boards and Courts Duel Over County Powers
Attorneys claim Judge HoaeCould derail county commissioners in Kansas and Missouri in a dispute over board authority. The piece compares county boards to courts of visitation and outlines three roles: legislative, judicial, and administrative. It mentions Calvin Bricker’s fatal accident and a $10,000 claim, plus a social note about Myrtle Dances Scand with invitations.
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Hoae
Board of County Commissioners
Klenans
Missouri
Lourdes of Commissioners
Omiitty Couris
Kansas
Bissouri
Namie
Board of Comnts Commissioners
Court of Wisltutios
Court of Visitation
Berauke
Old Grandfather Woods Seeks Coal Aid Amid Red Tape
A centenarian named Grandpa Woods, living alone at 301 Madison Street, pleads for coal assistance as official rules restrict aid to families. He, frail with rheumatism, visited the police station and was referred to Mr Hale then back to the distributing Team at East Eighth Street. Police Matron Thorpe is coordinating donations for those in need.
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Woods
Hale
L East Eighth Stroet
Thorpe
Madison Street
Gridley Cadet Appointment Controversy Spurs White House Debate
A garbled 1899 draft recounts Captain Charles Gridley’s son J F Gridley being nominated for a naval cadet appointment. President McKinley reportedly questions the boy’s education and finances while Admiral Dewey advocates for paying expenses to allow him to study. The scene shifts to the White House where Dewey pushes the grant as a test of patronage and duty. Gridley’s mother, widow of a celebrated commander, faces pressure amid public scrutiny.
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Wachinston
Oridies
Charles W. Gritty
Dewey
Muntian
McKinley
Wien
Pavels
Maine Corpe
Anson
Admiral Dewey
Gigantie Gelley
Thee
Howe
Ravaniat Dewey
Bs Fur
Hpst
Tari Corps
Prpore Arenes
Gridley
Eallane Cimmanler
Ester Pu
Evo
Tennesseeans Honored After Manila Return Parade
The Tennessee regiment arrived home from the Philippines in three sections and was greeted by a statewide crowd. A large parade including Governor Metcalf and staff marked the welcome, with Confederate veterans and civic leaders in attendance. A reception and ball followed, with swords presented to officers of the regiment.
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Nashville
Dean
Tennessee
Tron
San
Francisco
Philippines
Metin
Carvinnes
Veturana
Browns Arrive for Thursday Battle with Chicago Eleven
The Brown University football team, boasting Ute Mottatl and coach Heardt Cech Rebuoen, arrived in Chicago ahead of Thursday’s clash with the University of Chicago. Players walked from the train weary but confident, after a quiet team dinner and a brief signal practice despite slick field conditions.
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Brown University
Chicago
Ute Mottatl
Smeeta
University of Chicago
Marshall Pigid
Eheardt Cech Rebuoen
Hmugeins
Browns
Ehina Miet
Wisconsin Michigan Chicago football title talks near end
Reports from Madison and Chicago indicate negotiations among Wisconsin Michigan and Chicago universities for a three team arrangement discussing a 7 on 7 football game to decide a western championship. A known site may host the event in Chicago Detroit or Madison with an eye toward formal settlement next year.
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Michigan
Chicasy
Chicago
University of Chica
Mantella
Detroit
Ray Amhough
Krtown
Iblesie
Kansacs In a Contest Wash. wt Not Te-Thr Katess
The fragmentary text mentions a president wishing to name Mr Ailiven of Wiek Va and references speeches and laws. Names and places appear garbled, with unclear actions or outcomes. The readable items hint at a political contest and possible selections but lack coherent facts.
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Paris
Pres Dent
Ailiven
Wiek- Va
Alison Ke
Refused Dockage Case in New York Health Directive
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a refused dockage case in New York related to health permits, referencing a person named Iaden Minter and a date of Tacen 8. The text is garbled and provides minimal recoverable facts about the event or its outcome.
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New York No. 2
Based of Health Today
Full of Fight and War Talks as Insurgents Press On
Territorial updates from Namacpacan and Vigan describe Gen Young moving toward Namacpacan with Third Cavalry and Navy support. Rebels under Generals Alejandring and Sas Sighet are reported defeated on mountain summits near Mangaluren, with captured arms, supplies, and prisoners. Washington dispatches praise naval and army advances toward Luzon, signaling a turning point in the northern campaign.
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Mantiin
Associated Press
Namacpacan
Cru
Oregon
Samara
Callas
Vigan
South Tepes
Here
Callao
Ore- Kon
Natmacpacan Aart
Wigan
Young
Micabebex
Hadi
Quinlan
Blount
Namachnacan
San Fernando de Union
Uney
Aguinalda
Nimacuacin
Gener
Pangasanan
Cal Rel
Acaivs
Levite
Tx ‘Niles
Col
Husear
Arcanal
Bell
Trence
Perelwis
Enea
Washington
Luson
San Fernando
Mureh
Thiru
Namuepadgy
Embrat
Samar
Sathleehin Orgon
Smitteport
Bayonne Nueva Viscaya
Ons
Uye Mring
Youns
Per Hane
Bagued
Forca
Ingthalr
John Dillon
Charles A. Morrissey
FB Mcboald
TL. Tryniters
W. Woodbury
D.G. Venvill
AL J. Nigard
Alterether
Luzon
Cavite
Tryas
Panay
A Fight for Life on the Manautense Starboard Run
Details of the Manautense voyage, November to December, recounts 400 exhausted soldiers crowded in a waterlogged hold after a 33 day sea passage from San Francisco to Honolulu. Crew desertions, pumps failing, and improvised buckets describe a perilous emergency as engineers and officers struggle to keep the ship afloat amid a typhoon and near darkness.
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Anile
Marisuense
Manica Bay
San Francisco
Dunleavy
Hayes
Renati Perkins
Francisco le
Honolulu
Navern
Mayen
Anviek
Ehip
Benyy
Darnese
Terrific ten hour battle at Modder River reported
Nov 29 dispatches describe a fierce ten hour engagement at Modder River. British forces, lacking water and foot relief, with naval brigade support, repelled Boer positions under Methuen and Buller in an exchange that left both sides claiming advantage and highlighted the stubborn defense by the Free State and Boer forces along the river.
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London
War Office
Baw
Buller
Cape Town
Methuen
Modiier River
Enerpy
River Studer
Gomud
Boeuird
Dlebt
Pett
Lyjieh
Tlf
Ger Methuen
Methuven
Ger. Methuen
Tae
Aise
Free State
Posnathiy
Lelyiki
Buder
Huard
Kimberley
Cronje
Partilly
Poe
Pretoria
Nev
Dutort
Wekhin Levy
Iitanisy
Markie
Britten
Minerafo
Boner
Corwe Wean
Etatlenil
Atte Boer
Ceneral Dutore
Abe Enniomaire
Mboerntet
Frien
Faberine
Nelda Prizaiy
Leas
Lubin
Mermont
Enel
Tras Sans Lonnon
Horse Guards
Rhs
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Great Publishing House
Ottawa
Yan Sokovick
Petria
Evernday
Ida Henderwun
Pasteur
Supreme Court
Horton
Hupreme Court
Judes Marton
Borton
Tracy
Torney
Ha Laitee Seton
Clemens
Williams
Lesens
DAK
Findlay
Poston
Ate Tonlgne
Topaka
Esneas
Eres Court
Maser
Stephen FL Bricker
Caletn
Fyricker
Toulon
Estern
Wisconsin-Michigan
Chicago University
Aguinaldo
Gen. Young
Gilmori
Imrom
Navy Department
Watui Cavite
Wilde
Vigen
McCracken
McCormick
Boatwick
Johnston
Bermeleye
Marine Corps
Tappan
Mistin
McCrac'sen
Gilmore
Vigna
Meyer Code
Gimore
Albert Sosiehin
Ar- Ant
Urdaneta
Fairey
Green
Powers
Marke Nunes
Glimore
Walton
Watson
Modder River
the Army
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