Census Finds Fifteen Children In Fifth Avenue Census
A reporter's survey of a mile of Fifth Avenue residences shows fifteen children under twelve, averaging one child per three houses. On the East Side a tenement houses sixty three children. Three US Geological Survey experts are conducting a mineral and geological reconnaissance of Cuba and hope residents welcome scientific study of the island's resources.
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Fifth Avenue
New York
United States Geological Survey
Cuba
Island
Nine American Locomotives Headed to Calcutta Docks
Nine US built locomotives for hauling heavy freight will be deployed at the Calcutta docks. They were bought for low cost and rapid delivery, as US manufacturers and craftsmen build a strong reputation.
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Calcutta
Uncle Sam
Marconi Rumored Victim of Cupid in Witty Gossip
The passage notes rumors that Sig. Marconi has fallen for Cupid, contrasting popular belief that he is devoted to Mars. It warns that until the personal relations are clarified it would be unfortunate if other entanglements emerged.
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Sig. Marconi
Cupid
Mars
Colorado Displays at St Louis Fair With State Exhibit
Colorado allocates 50000 dollars for a state exhibit at the St Louis World's Fair and will open a Denver office immediately to prepare the display. The state plans to showcase agricultural and horticultural products along with its minerals to create a strong impression.
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Colorado
Denver
Last Pine Grove in Allegany County Sold for 7500
The last pine grove in Allegany County New York, comprising 490 trees, was sold to a lumberman for 7500 dollars. Some trees reach five feet in diameter and about 300 years old, a sale that critics say deprives the county of a notable natural feature for a small sum.
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Allegany County
N. Y
Illinois to be represented at Louisiana Purchase Exposition
Illinois Appropriation of 250,000 for a state exhibit passes one legislature branch and likely to pass the other. Governor Yates supports the measure, calling it a strong advertisement for Illinois at the 1903 exposition.
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Tllinois
Gov
Yates
Illinois
Morgan selling steel stocks in London boosts American prestige
J Pierpont Morgan is selling millions of dollars worth of steel stocks in London. The shares are viewed as a stronger investment than British bonds or government securities. Europe favors American railroad and corporate stock, highlighting American prestige abroad.
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Pierpont Morgan
London
Europe
Globe
Cuban commissioners find broad American warmth abroad
Cuban commissioners enjoy a pleasant stay in the United States and learn Americans show strong friendship for Cuba. They may return to Cuba with reduced prejudice toward the United States.
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United States
Cuba
Cuban commissioners pleased with reception in United States
Cuban commissioners expressed pleasure with their reception in the United States. Everyone they met showed interest and sympathy for Cuba in improving its condition. They also learned that the Platt Amendment terms must stand and Cuba must recognize the obligations and grant the outlined concessions.
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United States
Cuba
President McKinney's Southern Pacific State Tour
The President plans a nationwide trip touching many states, with emphasis on the south and Pacific coast, aiming to meet a broad cross section of American citizens. He is greeted warmly by locals, reflecting the esteem held for the office and the president.
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McKinney
Union
South
Pacific Slope
United States
Cuba and Spain in American viewpoint voiced
The text argues Cubans missee Americans as tricksters like Spain and seeks to free Cuba while protecting U.S. rights. It asserts gratitude from Cuba is not typical of Latin temperament and urges a steady, benevolent approach to Cuban independence without infringing on Cuban sovereignty.
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Spain
Illinois notables dead in Obituary Roundup
A Chicago area news brief lists multiple Illinois figures passing away, detailing ages and former roles. Notables include Hon Clifton H Moore of Clinton, Dr William Wallace Welch of Quincy, Capt Edward Roessler of Shelbyville, Mrs Mary J Shirly of Staunton, Col Thomas W Harris of Paris, and Rudolph Kagy of Marion County among others.
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Philip Carbaugh
Murphysboro
Clifton H. Moore
Clinton
de Witt County
David Davis
United States
Douglas
Lincoln
Ilinois
Iowa
Illinois
Missouri
Texas
Nebraska
Warner
William Wallace Welch
Quincey
LaSalle
Ottawa
Fifty
Photographer closes Chicago dog show in chaos
A photographer used a flashlight to photograph 2000 chained dogs at a Chicago show. The flash and fumes caused wild outbursts as dogs pulled at their chains. Sightseers jammed aisles, several women fainted, and crowd rush prompted closing the venue for the night.
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Chicago
Saloon Fatal Shooting in Danville Arrests John Pritchard
Joseph Somers a young coal miner was shot and killed by John Pritchard in a Danville saloon. Two shots were fired. It is claimed Somers drew a knife to stab Pritchard, a bystander disarmed him, and while Somers was helpless he was killed. Pritchard was arrested.
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Joseph Somers
John Pritchard
Danville
Somers
Pritchard
Corner Stone laid for Bloomington Courthouse Plan
Mc Lean county board fixes Wednesday May 22 for laying the cornerstone of Bloomington’s half million dollar courthouse replacing the 1900 structure. The stone will be laid by the Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Illinois.
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Board of Supervisors
McLean County
Bloomington
Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Illinois
Tragic Revolver Self-Destruction at Havana Store
Jack Fitzgerald, a Bloomington cigarmaker, entered O. H. Harpham & Co. in Havana asking to view a revolver and cartridges. After being handed the items he loaded a cartridge, placed the pistol to his temple, and killed himself.
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Jack Fitzgerald
Bloomington
O. H. Harpham & Co
Havana
Grain elevator fire destroys Carbondale mill
The Carbondale Mill and Elevator Co suffered a blaze that destroyed its elevator holding 40,000 bushels of grain. The building and machinery, valued at 10,300 dollars, were insured for 5,000. The associated train was insured for 23,500.
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Carbondale Mill and Elevator Co
Chicago Teachers Win Mandamus Suit Over State Board
Chicago teachers secured a favorable ruling after suing the state board of equalization to compel assessment of specified corporations. The decision orders the board to proceed with the requested tax assessments and enforces the petition for mandamus.
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Chicago
State Board of Equalization
Chicago Building Trades League Forms New Central Body
Chicago Building Trades League outlines arbitration of disputes and opposition to sympathetic strikes as core principles for a new central labor body to be known as the Chicago Building Trades league.
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Chicago Building Trades League
Tazewell County’s Leading Landowner Dies in Pontiac Visit
A. D. Ingercoll, the largest landowner in Tazewell county, died at Pontiac while visiting his daughter. He was 75 years old.
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Tazewell
A. D. Ingercoll
Tazewell County
Pontiac
Illinois Senate and House Pass Broad Range of Bills
The Illinois legislature reports multiple measures advancing. In Springfield April 27 the senate did not meet. the house killed the women's franchise measure and passed various appropriations and reforms. April 29 the senate swiftly approved roughly ten and a half million dollars in penal, reform, and charitable funding, plus bills on lodging-house inspection and tax refunds. April 30 to May 1 saw further passages including road, school, local government, and public works bills, plus numerous appropriations to state institutions, universities, and military units.
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Senate
House
Appellate Court
Mount Vernon
Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Til
Chicago
Illinois
Vicksburg
Board of Health Law
State Teachers’ Association
Board of Election Commissioners
County Board of Supervisors
Chicago Inage Board
Lawrence County Court
Tanaie J. Seay
Supreme Court
Onty. P
Free
State Board of Agriculture
Tlinois National Guard
Ilinois and
Michigan Canal
College of Agriculture and Extent Association
State Poultry Association
Tlnoise National Guard
Naval Militia
Jacob Kubler
Camp Lincoln
Garrison Hill
Randolph County
Old Kaskaskia
Charles Balsiley
Battery A
Light Artillery
Jesse Rupert
Swindy National Guard
Tilmots National Guard
Lo- Zan Range
Douglas Monument
Cape Colony Premier Reports Western Rifles Attack
Sir Gordon Spriggs reports 11 Western Province Rifles were attacked by 90 Boers near Brandvlei. Two killed, three wounded, the remainder captured.
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London
Gordon Spriggs
Cape Colony
Western Province Rifles
Brandviei
Capital punishment revived in Colorado by bill
Capital punishment by hanging for murder in Colorado becomes law without the governor signature as the veto window expired Tuesday night. The measure, passed by the legislature, takes effect despite the governor's inaction.
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Denver
Col
Colorado
Gates Open Pan-American Exposition Dedication Day
Buffalo May 1 opening of Pan American Exposition with rain delaying ceremonies merged into dedication events. Crowds gathered at gates as 9:30 two-pound turnstiles opened millions will visit over six months. Carrier pigeons carried messages from Director General William I Buchanan announcing opening to Americas.
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Buffalo
Prk
N. Y
Oil City
Cleveland
Toledo
Pittsburgh
Americas
Monster Coffee Roast Fire Destroys Roth Homeyer Plant
A Tuesday evening blaze in the Roth-Homeyer Coffee Co. building at 200 South Eighth Street, St. Louis, destroyed stock worth about 125000. Henry Ledde of Eggers Milling Co. spotted smoke, alerted authorities, and firefighters confined the fire to the coffee house, saving surrounding G. H. property.
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St. Louis
Roth-Homeyer Coffee Co
South Eighth Street
Henry Ledde
Eggers Milling Co
G, H
Presidential Train Reaches New Orleans in Historic Visit
President McKinley travels from Memphis through the Yazoo valley to Vicksburg Jackson and into New Orleans. Crowds line the route with strong demonstrations at Vicksburg and Jackson as the presidential train nears Lake Pontchartrain and the city’s Mississippi mouth. The reception marks the first visit by a chief executive to New Orleans in history.
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New Orleans
Cotton Belt
Memphis
Gulf of Mexico
Yazoo Valley
Nile
Vicksburg
Aro
Jackson
Mississippi
Magnolia
Orange
Lake Pontchartrain
Old City
McKinley
Opening Day Ceremonies Amid Delays At Buffalo Exposition
Opening day ceremonies and dedication events were adjusted for May 20 while crews pressed to ready the Buffalo exposition. Despite storms and delays, grounds and buildings showed progress as officials aim for a grand opening without state or federal aid. A first ticket sold for 3000 dollars. noon admissions totaled about 1000 with many visitors on passes. The government building showcased Smithsonian and federal exhibits amid a fire on the fourth floor causing estimated losses of 160000 in stock and 25000 in structure, with insurance expected to cover damages.
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Buffalo
Wm. Hamlin
Government
Gen. Brigham
Government Board
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum
Interior Department
Navy Department
Treasury Department
Post Office Department
Fish Commission
Philippines
United States Navy
Iowa
Oliver Wall Paper Co
William Koenig & Co
Swingley
Kettle of Gold Found on Osborne Farm Near Akron
Akron Ohio May 2 Joseph Myers of Akron reports digging up a kettle containing 3600 in gold near the barn on the old Oscar Osborne farm. This is the second gold discovery on the place totaling over 5000. Osborne relatives claim 20000 more may be hidden. Edgar Johnson serves life for Osborne murder believed linked to hiding efforts.
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Akron
Joseph Myers
Oscar Osborne
Osborne
Edgar Johnson
Ohio
Center of Population Shift Detected in Indiana
The census Bureau bulletin says the center of population for the United States excluding Alaska and new territories on June 1 last was six miles southeast of Columbus in Bartholomew County Indiana. It marks a notable shift southward and eastward in the continental profile of the nation.
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Washington
Census Bureau
United States
Alaska
Columbus
Bartholomew County
Indiana
Historic Visit as President Chooses Crescent City
The president visits New Orleans with his cabinet amid bands cannons and whistles. Gov Heard Mayor Caprevielle Senators McEnerny and Foster greet him along with the Louisiana congressional delegation. A mass of militiamen and Jesuit cadets escort the party to the St Charles hotel amid grand parade and national colors. The crowds are vast and the city adorns itself in celebration.
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McKinley
Cleveland
Crescent City
Gov. Heard
Caprevielle
McEnerny and
Foster
Louisiana
Congress
New Orleans
Jesuit Military College
Louisiana Cavalry Troop
Washington Artillery
Camp and Canal Streets
St. Charles
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