Kansas City Trains Stalled by Floods Across State
Severe rains caused widespread flooding in Kansas, stranding passengers on rail lines north of Kansas City. Many travelers waited through the night as bridges and roads faced closures, with officials assessing river levels and bridge safety while outlining expected reopenings.
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Kansas City
Ramnsporta
Enat
Pont
Taberty
Grand Island
Milwaukee Bridge
Avanane City
Rendolph
Roosevelt Commemorates Lincoln Douglas Debate at Freeport
President Roosevelt visits Freeport and Rockford to dedicate memorials and speak on Lincoln’s legacy. He praises the women of Freeport for the monument and notes the enduring power of Lincoln’s words and deeds. A large crowd attends a gala dedication in Rockford’s Memorial Hall with a public parade and civic and military groups.
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Roosevelt
Freeport
Minois
Tincoln-Douglas
Delle i Absa
Jett
Rockford
Laday
Natons Ig
Abrahan Lincoln
Morenvar
Shawn
Fame
Memorial Hall
Thie City
Cate
Frensan Wood
American people have become diamond mad
New York reports Americans seek diamond goods driving strong demand in May. Imports reach high values as people invest in stones, with prices rising and traders noting robust business. Production and sales trends show a booming market, amid rising consumer interest and import activity.
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New York
Commissioner of Pensions Faces Flood Loss Probable
Fragmented report outlines possible loss of pension funds in flood zones. Mentions individuals Ware and Washington, with discussion of pension relief and potential delays. References to a meeting and statements about not returning to Washington amid ongoing disruption.
Tragedy On River Bridge In Hannibal Rescue Of Children
A report details a river disaster near Hannibal Missouri where a passenger barge filled with about 250 Sunday school children from the First Methodist church sank after striking a bridge. Lifesaving efforts saved many as boats ferried children to safety. several youths perished, including Lonnie Curtis Laura Coppage Barry Hichenberger.
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Lonnie Curtis
Laura Coppage
Barry Hichenberger
Fronce Pack Methodiat Church
Hanritual
Hannibal
Rim
Quincy
Mischesippi
Disgraceful vandalism report crosses Manila and islands
A scrambled dispatch from Orient sources describes widespread vandalism and civil unrest in Manila and nearby islands. It notes volcanic activity at Hulkaide near Maye and references foreign influence worries. The piece blends conflicted reports about safety, government reaction, and potential external meddling in regional stability.
Caring for Those Who Are Flood Sufferers
Des Moines reports the effort to aid 5000 destitute flood survivors continues with relief committees seeking donations and clothing. Tens of thousands of dollars have been pledged, and a large stock of food and garments is being gathered as rescue teams survey marooned towns and await water recedes.
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Kanes City
Kansas
Shoth Kaneng
Chantels
Joral
Man
St- Joseph
Leavenworth
Missoni
Ohio Republicans Attack Third-Termers
Ohio Republicans press the attack on third-term candidates during a Columbus convention. Delegates meet by congressional district to choose committees while posters and letters signal opposition to a slate for minor offices. Senator Hanna and Senator Foraker headline a convention marked by anti third-term rhetoric and intra party debate over candidates.
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Columbus
Dia
Douglas
Foraker
Tanno
Mw Laird Dle
Wpor
Jantes T. Campbell
Hanna
George ‘B. Cox
Rick
Balel
Heri
Senatar Hannane
Chaiman
Benatar Foraker
Aasuaing Wie
Venezuelan revolutionists seek U S recognition amid turmoil
The Venezuelan revolutionists petition the United States for recognition as belligerents. Dr Pedro Eriquiel Ruiz, the diplomatic agent of their provincial government, says the insurgents seek protection of rights. Washington weighs the request while trying to preserve relations with both sides in the conflict.
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York
United States
Relligerente
Vetuzuelan
Pedro Eriquiel Rujaes
Secur
Ibelligerents
Rojace
Foraian
Cuespa Sail
Andrade
Czar of Russia Seen as Most Friendly in This Country
York June 3 To say the United States ambassador to Germany Robert B. McCormick and Mr. Chintles Sower arrive by steamer Kronprinz Wilhelm from Southampton. McCormick discusses potential protests over Jewish killings and cites government non-responsibility for the act. He notes Russia’s intentions and comments on courtly dress and the pomp of diplomatic attendance.
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Trinidad
Iin
Steete Department
Washington
United States
Grate
Derans Siaiva Ie
The
United
York
Tosayh
Ambagantoy
Robert B. AfeCormick
Sin
Chintles Sower
Germany
Kron Ving Wilhelm
Southampton
Chinta
Air Mer Cormick
Lia Lanperini
Serl- Newale
Chu
Britain
Rantlor
Toxeple Chon Ter
Maui
McCormick
Rusafi
McClormick
Soni Giltry
Flood Claims WIORE Lives Near Topeka Kansas
The Coughling family reports the loss of leader Tal Coughling of the Congh fin Thordyrte company as floodwaters overrun Perry fifteen miles from Here. Mr Comghlin at New Maton, Cont. Three deaths are confirmed with approximately 100 people displaced as the river rose through the night.
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Wiore
Topeka
Kansas
Tal
Coughling
Conghfin Thordyrte Company
Loxty
Perry
Wong
Comghlin
Deathyrom
Pd Aistriel
Mississippi flood report from St Louis and Kansas City
The Mississippi River rose across the region with Kansas City reporting a widening flood plain and St Louis monitoring water levels. Officials forecast the river to crest higher then stabilize as relief efforts mobilize with food and shelter for affected communities.
Massachusetts Senate Condemns Member for Impudent Conduct
An investigation by the Massachusetts Senate committee found that Senator Boalou and several others engaged in conduct described as impudent and unbecoming. The report notes attempts to influence legislation and corruption allegations, though the final verdict condemns the senator for unbecoming behavior and calls for censure.
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Boalou
Dune Benaist
Harry
Continent Freight Association Convention Opens
Edward Chamera of Los Angeles attends a wartime convention in June with Mibrnikee Wie and others. The meeting includes discussion on transcontinental routes and freight rates from the Tachi east to the Ore Sent.
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Mibrnikee
Wie
Edward Chamera
Los Angeles
Astrond
Denver Republican Candidates Defeated In Landmark City Contest
A chaotic OCR draft reports Republicans losing in Denver amid a heated campaign. Names are garbled, but the piece notes wide losses across multiple wards and a shift toward Democratic control in the local government race.
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Denver
Plot on Roosevelt assassination uncovered in probe
In Blawinington a police inquiry reveals a hidden plan to assassinate President Roosevelt. Investigators say a breakthrough points to a concealed motive and ongoing line of inquiry.
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Roosevelt
Rich man’s baggage seized by customs officials
A San Francisco Chronicle item reports that Harry Potter and Wiley, wealthy residents of Be Tatts, arrived in the city aboard the Amotion Mara. Customs officials seized their baggage after inspecting the presumed valuables, but the confiscation was not immediately resolved.
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Cal
Hanty
Potter
Wiley
Amotion Mara
John Wilkes Booth Buried in Baltimore Report
Reading notes claim John Wilkes Booth is buried in Baltimore at Green Mount Cemetery under the name George. The report cites familiar persons and mentions a Lincoln assassination link, with confusion over identity and burial details continuing to circulate.
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John Wilkes. Boothis
Baltimore
Gréen Mount Cellétery
Amu Ie
George
Lincoln
Booth
Reno consolidation affects Truckee Wadsworth shops
San Francisco reports the proposed consolidation of Southern Pacific machine slips under Superintendent Small. The article notes closures and relocation plans toward Reno, with Wadsworth and Reno shops involved and unspecified timing amid unclear details. The piece references Nevada and dates in June.
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Souther
Motive Power Small
Ota
Beinhorn
Wakersfield
No eight hour day for the college graduates
A fragment notes strong labor stance at a university event. It claims graduates will not obtain an eight hour day, stating work at night and long hours as the expected norm. The piece mentions student reactions and employer responsibilities, urging workers to value effort.
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Bloomington
Pho: Press
Roosevelt
Hig Party
Mae Han
Steamer With Eighty People Sinks Off Valparaiso
An steamer named Arquipa left Valparaiso amid a gale and disappeared after a collision or explosion. Reports say eighty persons were aboard. bodies have been washed ashore and seventeen survivors were rescued. The ship carried families and crew, with distress calls reaching agents in Chile. The wreck location and precise cause remain unclear as searches continue.
Men More Emotional And Stronger Than Women
A Chicago study led by Misse Thompson, a psychologist at the University of Chicago, reports that 25 young men and 28 young women showed men as more emotional and physically robust and more inventive. Thompson, now director at a women’s college, completed experimental psychology work at Chicago two years ago. The results, announced in advance sheets, claim male superiority in certain cognitive and behavioral traits.
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Chicago
Bradford
Mies Thompson
University of Cihteaea
Sears
University of Chicago Prosa
Mina Phearpson
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