Bank Burglary Fails to Secure Loot in Schuyler County
Burglars blasted the Schuyler County Bank last week locking in a vault door with explosions and wrecked outer safes. Railroad ties shielded the roof as experts spent hours to open the safe and recover the scene. Local resident Titus woke by a sliding door sound and kept vigil with a lamp. Police suspect the thieves fled before securing any money.
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Lankaster Republican
Schuyler County Bank
Titus
Bank Burglary Suspects Flee on Trains
A bank robbery at an unnamed city led to the theft of cash and securities. At least two suspects fled on the 4 PM northbound train toward Des Moines, one escaping at Downing. Officials withheld details, insurance covered the loss, and a new safe was ordered as the bank resumes operations.
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Treasury
Des Moines
Downing
Tbs
Relief in Fifteen Minutes via Dr Miles Pain Pills
George J Flannery was relieved of pain in his head in fifteen minutes by Dr Miles Pain Pills. He is rapidly recovering at his home in Buffalo New York.
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George J. Flannery
Miles
Buffalo
N. Y
Congressional reapportionment leaves districts unchanged
The reapportionment bill maintains the first district with Putnam in a Democratic stronghold and shifts Jackson County into its own district, giving Republicans a fighting chance there. Monroe County loss diminishes Democratic majority in the second district, while a new 16th district is created southeast of the state center. Debate at the state capital hints to possible defeat of any apportionment this year.
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Putmam
Yote
Jackson County
Kansas City
Whitecotton
Heart Cure Ad Endorsed by S D Holman
A Vermont resident S D Holman testifies that severe grip illness caused great agony until using Dr Miles Heart Cure, which allegedly made him well.
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Dr. Miles
S. D. Holman
Rasburg, Vt
Conger to Return from China Mission
Washington February 23 The minister Conger will leave Pekin for sixty days leave of absence with full power given to Rockwell to conduct negotiations in progress. Conger returns on his own initiative and favors placing Rockhill in charge. The government has received assurances from powers with troops in Pekin supporting nonoffensive action during peace talks. Anxiety remains over indemnity terms and payment details.
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Washington
D.C
Ministr Conger
Pekin
Rockwell
Mr. Conger
Iowa
Mr. Rockhill
Celery Nerve Compound Praised by A W Lane
Shattered Nerves reports a tonic claim for Lichty Celery Nerve Compound aiding nervousness and tissue enrichment. A W Lane states thousands testify to its success as a remedy.
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A W. Lane
President McKinley Calls Congress for Special Session
President McKinley issued a Saturday call for a special session of Congress to convene immediately after the current session ends. The move aims to address urgent Cuban and Philippine questions that cannot be finished during the present term.
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McKinley
Cngress
Bonfoey Loans and Insurance Promotions Amid Amended Law
Beverly H Bonfoey continues real estate loans at favorable terms after the third amendment, dealing directly with eastern financiers and attracting borrowers with low rates. He also markets insurance via United States Fidelity and Guarantee Co for officials and others, offering bonds and various coverages. Ely’s Liquid Cream Balm promoted for nasal relief, Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills advertised for health and strength.
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B. H. Bonfoey
Bonfoey
East
Barfoey
United States Fidelity and Guarantee Co
Republicans Favor Higher Foreign Insurance Tax Allocation
In Jefferson City Missouri the House considered appropriations from the foreign insurance tax fund about 270000 to be distributed to counties and St. Louis by school child count. Democrats proposed 122099.42 for 1899 1900 while Republicans urged 136188.95 for 1901 1902 and accused lawmakers of evading law to keep funds in state treasury. The minority report failed 44 to 71 votes. the majority was adopted and the bill engrossed.
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Jefferson City
House
Committee On
St. Louis
Messrs. Sickles
Lindsay
Maynard
Aydelot
Wood
Sickles
Local Notes and Updates from Pekin and Beyond
Mixed city briefs report Gen Lemon's White Swan Laundry sign new moves by Dudley Caffee in Jones and Haynes addition and a rising franchise tax debate in Missouri. Liang and Li Hung Chang expect the imperial court to return to Pekin while U S legation affairs shift to W W Rockhill and a six month vacation follows.
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Gene Lemon
Dudley Caffee
Jones & Haynes Adition
Pekin
Cin
United States
W. W Rockhill
Li Hung ‘Chang
Pekin Seppaka
Cape Gents
Bia
Resignation at Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad
President Perkins of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad resigns after more than twenty years in office. He is succeeded by Vice President Harris with planned promotions along the line. Genera l Manager Howard Elliott and General Passenger Agent L. W. Wakeley are highlighted for advancement due to long service.
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Perkins
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Harris
Gen
Howard Elliott
L. W. Wakeley
Missouri Lines
Prostrated by grip finds renewal with Dr Miles remedies
Mia Colie of Elgin Illinois writes that after severe grip and weak heart and nerves she was restored by Dr Miles Nervine and Heart Cure. The testimonial notes renewed life and health from the treatments.
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Miles
Mia
Geo. Colie
Elgin, Ls
Cheated the Gallows in Burlington Murder Case
George Anderson, jailed for the Cedar Rapids murder and wife’s wounding, killed himself in his Burlington cell with a razor just before the jury returned a guilty verdict. He had been awaiting trial after the Thanksgiving night ambush that killed Mr. Linter and wounded his wife.
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Burlington
George Anderson
H. W. Linter
Cedar Rapids
Linter
Roosters crow over eggs and a fake Rocky Mountain Tea
A satire notes that sellers hawk an imitation Rocky Mountain Tea branded by the Madison Medicine Co. for 85 cents. The piece mocks promotional claims and urges readers to seek genuine remedies.
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Madison Medicine Co
Rio Janeiro Sinks Near San Francisco Killing 128
The Pacific mail steamer Rio Janeiro foundered at the harbor entrance in dense fog after striking a rock. About 128 passengers perished with many others missing. Notable passenger Consul General Wildman and family were returning from Hong Kong. The disaster is blamed on the captain who perished.
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Pacific Mail
Rio Janeiro
San Francisco
Wildman
Hong Kong
China
Local notes and commentaries mix in Nodaway County
A collection of community items discusses election timing, Kansas court support for Carrie Nation, bond sales near four percent, Gov. Dockery franchise language, street cleanliness, and local rubbish issues. It also mentions ice harvest prospects, losses of livestock, Easter preparations, temperance concerns, smallpox scare outcomes, water mains in Monroe's addition, fire department efficiency, and a testimonial for Dr Miles remedies.
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Addy
Mar
Carrie Nation
Kansas
Mark Hanna
W. H. Townsend
Parker Davis
Halladay
Trista Nodaway County
Nam County
Carnegie
Monroe
Fair Bill Passes Senate with Sunday Closing and Charleston Exposition Aid
The U S Senate approved the World’s Fair bill last Saturday adding a Sunday closing amendment and a provision for 250000 dollars for the Charleston South Carolina exposition. The measure returns to the House for consideration of changes likely to satisfy the fair directors.
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U. S. Senate
Charleston
South Carolina
House
One Minute Cough Cure Endorsed for Lung Troubles
This advertisement proclaims One Minute Cough Cure as a prompt remedy for grippe related weakness and prostration and claims early use prevents consumption. Noah Martin, Druggist, endorses its quick healing claim.
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Grippe
Noah Martin
Trust Proposal Aims Over Billion Capital Across Nations
A plan outlines a steel trust incorporating companies in the United States and Canada with a projected capital exceeding one billion dollars. The proposal emphasizes cross border collaboration and large scale investment across the steel sector.
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Steele Trust
Canada
Kemp's Balsam Promises Grippe Relief
Remedy marketed for grippe sufferers claims rapid throat relief and lung protection. Advert explains early use prevents pneumonia and lists price at 25 cents to 50 cents, sold by druggists.
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Kemp
Cattle King Grant G Gillett Absconds From Kansas
Grant G Gillett once known as a cattle king fled Kansas. A man named Guy, reportedly penniless in Mexico, says he intends to return to Kansas after working by the day.
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Grant G Gillett
Kansas
Guy
Mexico
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