San Francisco Recovery Hope From Quake Fire Promise
May 16 San Francisco relief plans detail a April 18 quake and four day fire that devastates vast areas yet leaves many manufacturing plants and some neighborhoods intact. Citizens and city officials coordinate with federal authorities to rebuild while real estate activity and optimism surge, with Nevada mining prospects projected to fund recovery and future growth.
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San Francisco
California
Naest
Maxy Manufacturing
Planta Kids
Ail Sty
Ndime
Lineghlemfe
Hiseas
Aluch
Hugiveye
Amiko Weathernd
San Franeiico
Oui
Sears
Magni Fav
Cartern
Prigreyges
Jerome secures entire records from insurance firm
New York report says District Attorney Jerome after adjournment of the insurance grand jury announced he gained the complete record of the supply department of the Martugl Life Insurance company. He refused whether the records came by court order as a truck was driven to the criminal court and large packages were moved to the district attorney's office.
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New York
San Francisco meeting on belbling fase and rail widths
A joint committee discussed widening and rebuilding measures. They proposed a 109 feet wide avenue alignment and related upgrades, with a plan to record amendments and details for public records. The decision awaited final approval and concrete measurements before proceeding.
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San Francisco
Belbling
Nuddinga
Wiltlings
Fragmentary OCR Notes About Nevada Praise
Fragmented text recounts praise for Nevada with scattered phrases about New York Mexico and a parade of names. The legible items mention a 4 million something and reference to a "Wal fort Antoria" and "Noor Sealy" amid garbled context.
Gorky Granted a Rousing Welcome in New York
Crowds cheered Maxim Gorky as he appeared at a public event in New York on May 15. The disturbed reception included sounds of drums and banners, with police deterring some disorder while Gorky, escorted by bodyguards, faced questions and crowd frenzy before and after his address.
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New York
Maxim Gorky
Leccim
Orks
Hia
Gorky
Uli
Schurz and Stahel Letters Reveal 1863 Major General Nomination
New York May 5 1863 letter from Carl Schurz to President Lincoln recounts his refusal of a major general nomination to Stahel and the president’s later commutations. General Stahel reportedly declined a similar offer and both men received recognition in different ceremonies. The missive outlines Schurz’s stance on command over the Eleventh Corps and cavalry reserve and preserves the enduring friendship with Lincoln amid the wartime promotions.
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New York
Carl Schurs
Lincoln
Dullué
Stahel
Tila Elty
Gédural Beburz
Lineald
Beaurs
Sahel
Preaigent Lincoln
Blahel
Sens
Sit
Eleventh Corps
Yan
Villadelphia
Dutchrabate
Sieht Ir
Nike Ramer
Selesens
Danoarys
Arverh
Preebiens
Bamme
Mic
J Rave
Gamers Schurz
Nest
Heraune
Lincairn
Water canal plan tied to federal control urged by officials
In a Monday near-session push, lawmakers weigh funding for a drainage canal project and water control under federal authority. Engineers led by a Roosevelt-era panel urged 10 000 feet of water containment beyond the canal, while President Roosevelt backs joint action with England to preserve water resources. A New York incident reports General William D Clark’s grandson robbed of 800 in cash and a pocketbook on a 42nd Street streetcar. the thief fled, the elder Clark notified police.
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Couxtess Ja
Ian Hunter
Naples
Roorevels
Niagara Falls
Urgor
England
New York
Wiliam D. Clark
San Crancisco
Bast W. Clark
Thain Roseers Capture and Exhumation Hints
Fragmentary report from Zion City mentions a THAIN ROSEERS capture and possible exhumation of Ruth Amitel wife of Overseer JF Cantel. It notes no inquest, and cites Marry Stevens of California as a brother or relative. Also mentions Vancouver Kamloops train robbery with a captured suspect and a mounted-pole confrontation.
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Chicago
Ruth Amitel
Cantel
Zion City
Stevens
Pato Hoblez
Cal
Miariem
Boelcher
Zion's
Nano
Nurlal
Mia
Lost Gospel Found in Oxford College Elephant Trunk
A fragment of a lost gospel, found during ruins research in London and now in Guven's College Oxford, is a vellum strip with Greek characters and scarlet initials. It claims to be part of an ancient gospel, dating to early Christian times, with mentions of temple offerings and Pharisee rituals.
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New York
London
Grenfel
Hart
Logia of Christ
Guven’s College Oxford
Centurion
Nerlectis Leattle
Totas
Phacisen
Rhein
Pacinea Ney
Anorness Lusn Mexanere Howls Today BTS Amuwes Iphe
Unclear OCR fragment mentions a federal court proceeding and references a person or agency. Fragment contains garbled names and illegible terms, making a precise report difficult.
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Chiener Mae
Anorness
BTS Amuwes Iphe Federal Court
Wrestling Riot At Contest Ends With Mixed Cheers
A major wrestling match between Frank Guteh the American champion and Pietro the Bredehman last night sparked riotous enthusiasm and factional cheers. Police intervened as the hall split between British and Panchmen factions. match ended after half an hour with many fouls noted. Oakland postmaster nomination announced for Thomas Dargie in Westington by President Roosevelt.
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Pirtea
Ktows
Oakland
Westington
Roosevelt
Thomas Dargie
Oaklani
Cal
How Father Gapon Has Killed In Potersburg May 13
The body of Father Gapon was found May 12 near Ozerki Finland and identified by M Mhreolin the former private's lawyer. A police report notes he was killed by a blow to the head and points to suspected ties to government figures and the Petrograd security leadership.
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Potersburg
Father Gappsy
Kunper
Ozerki
Finland
M Mhreolin
Privet
Melinrads Unckor of Raval Proclaims Policy in Derby Day Speech
New York May 1 A distorted account notes Highness the Melinrads Unckor of Raval arriving on Sunday and proclaiming a broad program on modern affairs. The prince asserts his authority over life and death, outlines cabinet duties, and hints at tensions with Britain as he seeks to reshape governance and religious policy.
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New York
Raval
Mile
Hensel
Mritiah
Bert
Amesty Demand Amid Turbulent British Turmoil
Amid parliamentary strife in an early 20th century scene, calls rise for amnesty to be granted to Russians while Turkey eyes British diplomacy. A cabinet report outlines proposals on civil liberty, pressuring reforms and the role of the throne in shaping policy.
Mayor Rose Faces Contempt Charge in Court Hearing
Mayoral candidate Mayor Rose, facing possible contempt of court, prepared for an appearance before the manreme court amid doubts over punishment validity. The order allows him to remain in office while contesting the case, with a possible revocation if he fails to persuade the court. He was earlier removed from office under premissition laws and quickly campaigned for reelection on a reform platform, winning.
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Toyoka
Kun
A. Tatmintan
D. A. Roke
Rittvad
Manreme
Cane
Bowe
Hoss
Jape and Russians Tekin May 35 Report on Manchuria
An official report from Tekin May 35 discusses Manchuria patrols by Japanese and Russians. It notes a brotherly stance between Japanese and Russians in the region and mentions expectations about evacuation and military movements. The text is garbled but centers on Sino-Japanese and Russian positions in Manchuria and potential action.
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Tekin
Miners Torn and Tragedy in Shenamlaah Strike
The report details a deadly accident injuring and killing miners in Shenamlaah as the ore and cotton industries face turmoil. It notes casualties among workers, reports on local responses, and hints at broader economic tensions affecting labor and safety measures.
Presidential Nominations From Washington on May 15
The President transmitted a batch of nominations to the Senate on May 15 from Washington. Names appear jumbled and some spellings unclear but include several district judges and land office officials. Additional entries reference offices in Alaska and Olympia, with several surnames like Mallen Dudley and Brocking amid the tentative list.
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Foray
Sopato
Diatriet Judes
Diatrick Eq
Bernard
Bodey
Now
Mexico
Aes
Tinsteg & State Alstrley Cra Eee
Hheelyar
Ce Public ‘Rigseys
Pateres H. Mallen
Jumsau
Atasha
Hogister
John
Denversmiths Mystery Death of California Girl Found
A Denver news item reports a young woman known as the wife of George Compretl alias George Walse was found dead in a hovel at 2897 Temple Court. She had been beaten to death with a hatchet and her head nearly severed. The investigation links her to San Francisco and San Jose, with ties to a Cali case involving Compest.
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Denver
Mag
George Compretl
George Walse
Hovel
Temple Court
Anna Harlee
Camspead
Pice
Ban Prancisco
San Jose
California
New York
Mareiaxe
Anil Phir
Califormia Gince
New By-Laws Adopted Amid Board Changes
The New York board adopted new by laws at a special meeting appointing Jamey McKenn as general anticitor and Henry Veta and William Mestilan as regional officers. Henry Monean and Frederick Verlecull joined as officials, with James Thapso as treasurer and Charles B. Werton as actuary. The meeting also named other officers and noted congratulations from the American Newspaper Publishers Association.
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New York
Jiuluay Lite Lolerance
Oy Special Ager
Board
Lifraktoes
Jamey McKenn
Klenry Veta
Priahaug
William Mestilan
Tietrale
Nip Action
Gilleve
George Texter
Jin Dames
Timpran
James Thapso Trrasuicer
Charles B. Werton
Noory McClintork
Willannia
Damesar Agenetet
Crore Petter
Hi. Monean
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