Versailles Lynchings Stir Fear as Deputies Guard Town
Versailles Indiana lies in panic after a mob lynching spree with 200 participants, 28 deputies on alert, and threats of further violence. Officials report arson risk and fear of retaliation from lynchers’ allies. people flee, while authorities seek to prevent more killings and arrests.
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Cincinnati
Versailles
Timm-Siar
Winnever
Ube
Vervailles
Peter Howtetter
Suraslon
Vty
Indiana
Tawlese Jane
Railie Red Exprest Company
Anies
Thanes
Prac
Isis
Shunls
Dod
Kelly
Kernand Alseiard
Wii Black
John FE Tyter
Menne
Osgood
Howe
Thape
Kenerak
Unnamed mob linked to multiple deaths in chilling verdict
Acting coroner Siuule Laswell ruled at noon that Horden, Andrena, Levi, Sehaster, and Jenkins died by hanging or blows from a mob. The jury warned to uncover the assailants, while the slayings’ full details remained unresolved and the public inquiry urged members to perform their duty.
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Citerman
Tad
Btmr
Siuule Laswell
Horden
And
Rena
Hang
Fog
Jenkins
Levi
Sehaster
Belie
Waylese
Relatives Call For Action After Lynching Riot
Family and friends demand swift punishment for those involved in the wholesale lynching. Citizens feel bloodshed went too far and there is a sense the mob acted hastily regarding Leo and Jenkins. An inquest was renewed with witnesses unable to identify participants. Circuit Judge New vows full effort to punish rioters.
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Everyoe
Leo
Jenkins
New
Bank of England governor faces silver standard debate in France pact
At the Bank of England semi annual meeting Governor George E Sandeman outlined government proposals with France and the Celted Suites to curb bullion use and support silver exchange. He said the bank could suspend one fifth of bullion backing notes if the French mint reopens silver coinage and silver price remains satisfactory. He noted potential talks with the United States monetary commission and stressed readiness to agree under certain conditions.
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Bank of England London
Bank of Ennil
Georer E Sandeman
France
Nist
Mbelt Enatie
Pilote
Armérica
Coliaire
Jpatea
Mable Utkler
Cachenurr
Michael Mhichedeack
Les Fnlhows
United States Monetary Commission
Silver Reserve Idea Amid Silver Debate In Berlin
Berlin Sept The National Zeitung cites the Times Sept 11 hint that the Foglard battle may be used to fund one fifth of bullion against 1s Hole law. The piece notes British trade opposition leaves little doubt about commercial sentiment and future fate of the latest American attempt to secure silver for owners with European aid and McKinley tariff support.
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Berlin
National Zeitung
Times
Foglard
Ett- Ver
Europe
Assassination Attempt Against President Diag Reported
A reported assault in Mexico City claims an attempt on President Diag’s life. Police and officials investigate the incident as a security breach affecting the nation’s leadership.
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Leyla
City of Mexico
Baye
Siegel-Couper's Day marks first New York store anniversary
The Siegel-Couper company celebrated the first anniversary of its New York site with a globe theme in the building and a reception for staff and guests from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. President Henry Siegel and Gerson Siegel attended, while F. H. Cooper was absent in Chicago. About 60,000 purses with mounts were distributed as souvenirs.
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New York
Sepu
Siegel-Couper Company
Chivazi
Asa
Chicago
Fer
Stockyards Case Hearing Opens Before Judge Postar
The final hearing in the stockyards case began today before Judge Postar in the United States district court. Judge Foster indicated no time limit, suggesting a two or three day session. Judge Horton opened proceedings for the company while counsel for the stockyards case argued on exceptions to the master report and Kansas legislature’s authority over a new rates schedule.
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Postar
United States
Foster
H. Horton
George W. Clark
J. 3. Woolworth
Oral
National Har Association
Kansas
Abult to Go Take Action at Zuni Witch Murder Plot
Denver reports Indian office orders Captain Nordstrom United States agent to lead a push toward Zuni Pueblo with Sheriff Sanches to arrest chiefs accused of plotting the murder of an alleged Zuni witch. Three cavalry troops await at Zoni pre arrival. Tension rises as Pueblo harvest dances loom.
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Denver
Indian Office
Nordstrom
Zan Pueblo
Sherif Sanches
Zoni
Cuban Ladies Jailed for Appeal to Weyler
In Havana Cuba a special dispatch reports that Cuban authorities punish women who showed support for Evangelina Cisneros. Five wives of Americans are held in Santa Clara Nelson for attempting a respectful appeal to General Weyler for her release. Names include Rosa Phina Carmen Guiterres Nicolasa Guiterres Miratla.
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New York
Herald
Maven
Cuba
Liverngelina Cassio Cisneros
Santa Clara
General Werler
Evangelina
Senora Rosa Phina
Senoritas Carmen
Nicolasa Guiterres
Miratla
Noncommittal York Democratic Committee Skips Chicago Platform
New York September 16 The Democratic state committee refused to accede to the demands of the free silverites to reaffirm the Chicago platform. Alton J. Parker of Kingston was chosen to be Culaf Judge of the court of appeals. Purroy was expelled for challenging Tammany leadership. The committee heard petitions from loyal leagues urging Chicago platform reaffirmation and dismissed them.
Wheat Going Seaward From Portland in Record Rush
Wheat crop shipments from Portland surge toward sea, breaking prior records. In seven days five cargoes totaling 607 units cleared, worth about 518,812, on course to England. An Orient-bound cargo included 19. Iss Darryls valued at 75.4 million, signaling rising wheat product values overall.
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Portland
Snake River
Orv
England
Orient
Gheke Ladies Belong to Ure Hast Feunition in Santa Clare
Senora Plana, widow of the former mayor, is described as a respected longtime figure in Santa Clare. Senorita Caemen Guitertis, principal of the top private and municipal colleges for women, is highlighted alongside regional relatives and cousins of the Galterres family, including Rube and Senorita Conanelo Avila.
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Gheke
Ure
Santa Clare
Senora Plana
Mf Ie
Bho
Plana
Boga
Senorita Caemen Guitertis
Esland
Sleve Niewiasa Bheches
Mer
Senora Rute
Senorita Avila
Galterres
Rube
Senorita Conanelo Avila
Havana Struggles With Meat And Milk Shortages
Havana reports severe shortages with milk scarce to hospital needs and meat unavailable to residents. In other news, captured prisoners are exchanged in multiple locations and clashes near Puerto Padre, Victoria de las Tunas, and Pilar del Rio leave several dead or wounded amid ongoing insurgent activity.
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Puerto Padre
Col
la Coste
Castillos
Santa Cristobal
Havana
Peirce Diaz
Gallo
Pilar del Rio
Victoria de Las Tunas
Powderly Orders Deportation of Japanese Laborers
Commissioner Powderly of the training bureau directed the deportation of sixteen contract laborers recently arriving in San Francisco from Japan via Victoria. The workers reached Victoria on August 25 aboard the steamer Columbia.
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Waraningwon
Powderly
Trinerating Bureau
Hee
San Francisco
Japan
Victoria
Solumbia
Grain losses cut deep in northern Snake River districts
The week reports indicate grain districts north of the Snake River saw harvest losses totaling over half a million dollars. Crop prospects for Ravine show declines as harvests vanish across the region. Some fields report wheat yields reduced by up to one third to one half, with many tracts of fine wheat severely damaged.
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Snake River
Salmon sell at 860 amid scarce grubstakes near Dawson
In Sglem Oregon area on September a foster from American Trading and Transportation reports workers near Fort Cudahy in Dawn City cannot secure grubstakes credit for winter. The gold commissioner visits Bonanza Creek district and lists the Klondike as Tron Gyke. Despite abundant river king salmon, women in the area sell salmon in Dawson for up to 10 dollars each.
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Dawson
Frank Stugteton
Fort Cudahy
Mihanovih
Dawn City
Bonanza Creek
Witlel
Tron- Gyke
Klondike
State House Flagpole to be Replaced at 56 Feet
A new 56 foot flagpole for the state house dome will be installed this week after the previous pole was shattered by lightning. The pole is expected to be in place soon and will be part of preparations for the Stone Festival weather event.
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State House
Dole
New York
Planos
Mack Love
Badness in the Family Sparks Grand Larceny Charge
Jerome Coulter, brother of convicted killer David Coulter, was bound over in Justice McCintock's court to stand trial in district court for grand larceny. He allegedly stole a con from Griffin of Oakland and attempted to sell it to Wolf. The case mirrors his brother's violent history, with Dave Coulter serving life for Eddie Diston’s murder. Jerome attended the court session, appearing unconcerned about the disposition of the case.
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Jerome Coulter
David Coulter
Alarm In Boston Over Yellow Fever Suspicions
Boston authorities monitor Franklin Storey Conant death at Johns Hopkins linked to yellow fever fears. Reports from Ocean Springs, Jackson County and New Orleans describe fever cases, quarantines, and autopsy findings as officials seek proof of yellow fever.
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Boston
the Globe Today
City Board of Health
Mssrehwnetts General Hospital
Franklin Storey Conant
Wellby Duils
Conant
Johns Hopkins University
Jamacal
Humphreys
Belvidere
Sammon HM. Burgin
Board of Health
Jacksody
Miss
J. L. Redfield
Edwards
Associated Press
Shrer
Ocean Springs
New Orleans
Tr Ky
Picayunne
Archinard
Steelock
St. Andrews Street
Camp
Chesnut
Jackson 185 Still Free Proclamation Declares No Fever
Jackson Mississippi mayor issues proclamation stating no fever or sickness detected at 1 am September 1. He reports strengthened quarantine regulations and pledges continued vigilance as danger persists.
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Jackson
Miss
Maeror Wherton
St Louis Ends Record Heat Spell After 21 Days
A historic 21 day heat wave in St Louis ends with record high temperatures. The period saw average highs near 96 degrees and lows around 7 degrees, with daylight temperatures not dropping below freezing on several days and temperatures peaking as the hottest on record for late season.
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St. Louis
Weather Bureau
Polime
Ghade
No passes for the mayor sparks street cleanup trip
Chicago mayor Harrison and Public Works Commissioner Me Gan accompanied John Fitzsimmons traveled east to study street cleaning and garbage disposal after the Pennsylvania Company refused passes. A potential retaliation suspended police at crossings was hinted, recalling a similar move by Ex-Mayor Hopkins.
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Chicago
Harrison
MeGan
John Fitzsimmons
Pennsylvania Company
Baltimore & Obiolt T
Hopkins
Argentine Wheat Crop Expects Two Million Tons for Export
A Buenos Aires dispatch reports Argentina’s wheat crop, despite locust invasions, may reach about two million tons for export. Provinces Entre Rios Santa Fe Cordoba and Buenos Aires show strong yields though Santa Fe northward and Cordoba face locust damage. Farmers anticipate a robust wheat crop even as locusts threaten parts of the country.
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New York
Herald
Buenos Ayres
Huenos Ayres
Entre Rios
Santa Fe
Cordova
Argentine
Head on Collision Near Keytesville Kills Two
Wabash passenger train No. 15 and a freight train collided head on at Keytesville Missouri at 2 45 this morning. Postal clerk Wm Gaines and freight clerk W B Sich were killed. Two tramps named Clark Street were injured as were other crew. no passengers hurt. A wrecking crew from Moberly cleared the line later.
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St. Louis
Wabash
Keytesville
Bacon
Lawrence
Arthur Sneed
George FP. Meyer
Hong Lee Heads Home From Kansas City to Hong Kong
Hong Lee a Kansas City tea merchant, after ten years in the United States, plans to return to his native China. He bought a rail ticket from Topeka to San Francisco and a steamship ticket from San Francisco to Hong Kong, concealing earnings in his pants pocket and securing extra money with leather strings. He expects to marry and live in comfort abroad, while noting he prefers making money over living in the United States.
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Santa Fe
Hong Lee
Kansas City
Hungong
United States
China
Heng Lee
Hang Lee
Procession Grows for Floral Parade and Private Tours
The reform school plans a float head, Mrs J P Howe and Miss Dalay Ter fen entries announced. Marshals and others urged to sign up as floral procession could reach four miles with additions next week. Hotels reserve pieces for Festival Week and Topeka visitors prepare for the event.
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Mars
Reform School
J.P. Howe
Dalay Terfen
Taday Wo Chie
Marshal Robinson
Tavore
Marstal
Japan
Swift & Holday
Warring Firms Merge to Form $30 Million Consolidation
The New York company group, including the New York Hineauene Ming and American Bieul, announces a consolidation amid wartime strain. Stocks rise as about 3,000 shares trade, signaling strong capital formation and a planned capital base near $30 million. Officials note a tentative agreement on terms, with further details expected.
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Thicam
Lis Salle
New York
Bieul Compa
United Biains Bipcult Company
Aepet Uper
Wally
Penola
Chicago
Yaar Ag
Bebn
Ives
Howevw
Eliatiers
Fear Lynching Rumors Roil Town After Murder Claim
Reports from the region detail fear of mob violence following a reported murder near Columbun. Authorities state a danger of lynching exists as investigations continue and officials urge calm while the case unfolds.
Heavyweights Arrive as Servia Brings Boxers to New York
Steamer Servia lands Peter Jackson Maher and Donovan in New York. The arrival signals a busy schedule with promoters and fans eager for upcoming bouts. Confusion in the text suggests names and roles, but key figures Jackson Maher and Donovan reach the port.
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Servia
Peter Jackson
Maher
Donoven
New York
Supe
Jenny Welatite
Servie
Beter Maher
Sid Jackson
Hae
Duckson
Munriw
SANK IN THE VOLGA TRAUMATIC CARGO COLLISION
An unclear report describes a fatal incident on the Volga involving multiple ships and steamers. It mentions Mariner names and a collision near a riverbank, with casualties reported and ongoing investigations.
King Christian Falters at Copenhagen Fortress Stair
The King while inspecting a stair leading to the fortress at Copenhagen stumbled and fell. He was promptly tended by his physician and later retired to the Harries area. The incident occurred during the visit, with officials reporting no serious injuries.
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London
Copenhagen
Christian
Serland
Idina
Nis
Wichita Soldier Boys in Bronze and Gold Plaits Uniforms
Kansas unit reports new uniforms and drills for the Top-ka encampment during the festival. The regiment is described as fully equipped with bronze, pearly, gold plates and Hukler gear, showcasing a polished appearance for parade duties. In national news, a Chicago federal court sustains a superintendent’s position amid a district of Columbia case, while Madrid receives news of a diplomatic appointment as ambassador.
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We W. Minick
Mt Fay
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