Prince of Wales hunts rabbits in single day ride
Abit Tur pr'ince of Wales is said to have killed 1500 rabbits in a single hunt. He may not know that rabbit foot is a curio market drug here. Four states surpassed the million vote mark in the late election led by New York with 1,334,330, followed by Pennsylvania 1,194,462 Illinois 1,080,825 and Ohio 1,015,023. A Spanish paper mislabels Americans calling the country’s troops bloody tigers, likely hyenas instead. A New York natural history museum shows fossils tracing the horse’s two million year history, while bicycles, trolleys, and motor wagons pose no pedigree threat to horses.
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Illinois
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Navy cruiser Dolphin makes 10,201 miles without leak
Secretary of the Navy reports the cruiser Dolphin logged 10,201 miles last year without a single leak, despite earlier claims of structural weaknesses rendering the vessel nearly useless. The record highlights a surprising turn in the ship's assessed durability and performance.
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Secretary of the Navy
Dolphin
Weyler guards U S consulate as Maceo death reported
On the day Weyler announced Maceo's death he stationed a military guard around the United States consulate in Havana for protection. Consequently, news of what happened to Maceo did not reach the consulate.
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Maceo
United States
Mavana
Opera Salaries Sink Local News Economy
Henry E. Anpry has died leaving an estate of only 200 dollars and Col. Mapleson is financially wrecked. The sober truth is that opera cannot pay in this country while leading singers demand salaries that absorb all receipts.
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Henry E. Anpry
Nomw
Mapleson
New Bottle Prevents Refilling by Bottom Fill Design
A novel bottle features a solid neck and a bottom opening that allows filling but bars emptying. To access contents, the neck must be broken, preventing reuse after initial fill. This device aims to curb refilling of empties.
Physician Claims Onions Prevent Diphtheria And Fevers
A prominent physician is quoted predicting that children who eat onions every day will have no diphtheria scarlet fever or worms. Onions may be served in any form. A girl with a steady bean might prefer the vermiform alternative to onion any form.
New York reform pawnshop to pay six percent on 200000
A proposed reform pawnshop in New York City plans to pay six percent on two hundred thousand dollars invested and establish several branches. It charges one percent per month interest, contrasting with standard pawnshops at twenty one and a half percent.
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New York City
Civil service expansion impacts engineer department staffing
Comptroller Eckels notes banks handled 92.5 percent of transactions and 7.5 percent as currency last year. In country districts and cities the check system dominates, while currency remains limited. On January 12 first examinations will form eligible lists to fill future vacancies, a change affecting many people.
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Eckels
Silver dollar coinage mystery at treasury
Treasury report reveals private minting of silver dollars containing the same silver content as U S coins. Large quantities are entering the treasury, raising a strange constitutional and financial concern about government and private mints.
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Treasury Department
Mint
Preston
United States
Treasury
Chilean, Argentine, and U S posts seek trade convention
Reports indicate efforts to secure a three nation postal convention between the United States Chile and the Argentine Republic. The Chilean postal branch has formally requested a convention to allow merchandise transmission by mail up to a limited quantity, replacing the current restriction on goods in transit without such a treaty.
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Chili
Argentine Republic
United States
Mruger of Transvaal Rebij e shapes public affairs
The article lauds Mruger for foresight and energy in handling Transvaal affairs during a turbulent year. It notes his public attention and suggests he has earned honor through steadfast service, while acknowledging widespread admiration from civilized nations.
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Transvaal
Rebije
Hénor
Congress in Cuba debate and other 1897 world events
In brief, Senate debate on Cuba policy included Mr Morgan of Alabama urging immediate intervention, with a resolution to inform papers on Cuba's condition approved. House action covered a pension veto, postal law debate, and railway consolidation. Across reports, Weyler’s Cuba command faces criticism, and other items note cabinet changes and disasters in Switzerland, Spain, and the U S., plus notable deaths and crimes.
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Ala
Cuba
Nancy G. Allabach
House
Atlantic & Pacific Railroad
Hot Springs
Ark
District of Columbia
Mixed War and Warship News from 19th Century Reports
Reports on shipyard condemnations in Newport News as battleship steel tests proceed. Nine ships overdue in New York from Europe, while Newark and Raleigh reach Key West after chasing the filibuster Three Friends. Cuban insurgent support grows with Kansas medical students ready to serve as surgeons. Minneapolis nurses volunteer to go to Cuba at their own expense. French premier Mecline cautions sugar bounty bill prospects. England endures two major earthquakes affecting 200 towns and Hereford Cathedral sustains damage with a death from fright.
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New York
United States
Newark
Raleich
Key West
Fla
Aportn
Kansas Medical College
England
Wales
Hereford
Telegram items from the senate and world events
The feed covers private pension bills passed in the House on private bill day, a war claim bill passage, and a joint report extension pending until after the next session. An Italian deputies’ chamber scene over a prince’s allowance ends in a massacre-like scuffle, with a 1,000,000 franc grant amid chaos. A mine shaft disaster near Ouray, Colorado, kills five, leaving families. Chilean reports warn of revolution if liberal reforms fail. Washington sensationally marks Cameron resolution on Cuban independence. U.S. and Canada fail figures show declines. Virginia election canvass orders J. Yost certifi ed as congressman.
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Washington
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Illinois Odd Fellows Home location bids opened
Members of the locating board of the proposed Old Folks home met at Decatur Lodge hall to select a permanent chairman and secretary for bids. The home requires at least 140 acres and $75,000 for permanent buildings. Cities like Decatur Alton Quincy and Peoria will be visited. Illinois university trustees election results listed with party breakdowns.
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Lodge of Odd Fellows
Daughters of Rebekah
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Charles F. Mansfield
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W. R. Jewell
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Senator Camerons Resolution Recognizes Cuban Independence
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee, nearly unanimously, favors reporting the Cameron resolution recognizing Cuba's independence. Olney testified on policy and information from Consul-General Lee, though specifics remain confidential. The report is strong and ready for the Senate, with action unlikely before holidays and veto anticipated from the President.
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