Explosion at Wiedendorp Rips Johannesburg Area
Terrible dynamite blast near Wiedendorp in Johannesburg tears through trains unloading trucks of dynamite. Hundreds killed or injured, many white and non white residents among the victims as relief drives collect funds and authorities coordinate rescue efforts. President Kruger arrives to oversee aid and relief work.
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Johannesburg
Jem Duburt
Ovenins
Tohannenburg
Mtrawa
Honda
Wiedendorp
Elx Witia
Jwrwone
Plnora
Humbasla
Viewendorp
Kruger
Pretoria
Hoar
Ttin
Transvaal
Kuneral
Old Timer Frozen To Death In Montana Snow
An old timer named Bingley was found frozen about a half mile from his cabin near Old Biwektont City Anaconda Montana February 26 He had been missing for about two weeks The body was located by a searching party He was 65 years old and had prospected near Carpenters Bar since 1869 Also included is a Treasury note reporting the US gold reserve surpassing 100 million dollars and related figures from Washington available cash balance gold reserve and circulating purchases Berlin report notes a bimettalism faction and a council resolution supporting the policy.
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Anaconda
Mont
Jyrge Bingley
Old Biwektont City
Wbuwit
Washington
Treasury
Republican Caucus Nominees Seem Certain Shaw Will Be Seated
Washington February 2 reports say the Republican caucus nomination remains unsettled with much talk on bolting. Arthur J. Shaw of Spokane is noted as favored over Clayton McMichael for secretary of the Senate as Quay faces a tough scene from reformers and party factions.
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Washington, D. C
Senate
Thone
Senator Quay
Clayton McMichael
Arthur J. Shaw
Spokane
Matt Quay
Tate
North Carolina
Tor
Bliawund
Publicka Homdarer
Republicans Plan National Headquarters in New York
National figures James Clarke of Iowa and George Christ of Arizona lead a plan to build a central Republican headquarters in New York. Estimated cost ranges from 2 to 6 million dollars funded by state contributions and regional products for the building.
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New York
James
Clarkeun
Iowa
George Christ
Arizona
Republican National Committee
Fleming Found Dead in Hop House in Hubbard Oregon
In Hubbard near Portland on February 20 Fleming Mound was found dead with a throat cut in a hop house owned by Et 3mm. It is thought to be suicide but an inquest is planned. Fleming had lived with the Grimm family for years and was 10 years old, with little known about his external relations.
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Ving Fleming
Portand
Hubbard
Wuble
Fleming
Hanks
Grimm
Thy Grimm
Park Commissioner on Trial in Tacoma Voting Row
Tacoma Feb 20 Ten councilmen voted mulity and five not gully on charges against Park Commissioner J W Anderson of beibing and intimidating voters to vote for the purchase of the Light and Water Plant. On the mvond ballot for dismissal his office the vote was Y to 6 and on a two thirds vote necessary to display Anderson is still park commissioner. Porvondt spite had mush to do with the Charges bailg bought. Anderson Ways the colonels had now right to try him as a private citizen and as park commissioner he has done nothing that could give them grounds for treachs ing him. Ponsequently he ignores the charge watleely.
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Tacoma
Park
J. W. Anderson
Beibing
Alfercon
Porvondt
Anderson
Ain
Deadly Cold Grips Chicago as Workers Suffer Frostbite
Severe cold continues in Chicago with wind chills below zero. Michael Hughes frozen to death while commuting, Jabs Bradley succumbed near the river, and numerous outdoor workers suffer frostbite in the brutal weather. Reports note subzero readings and widespread exposure across the Northwest.
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Chicago
Teacher
Michael Hughes
Jabs Bradley Wes
Horthwest
Striking Chicago Cloth Cutters Threaten Bitter Walkout
In Chicago the Clothiers and Trimmers Association faces a looming strike as around four hundred to five hundred cutters threaten to walk out. They demand higher wages and oppose new work rules, warning 1000 to 1500 workers could lose jobs if talks fail.
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Chikagt
Clothe Cutters
Trimmara’ Association
Wilfihe
Ehulald
Fusion Ticket in Beattle Dems Endorse Populist Mayor Candidacy
Democratic delegates in Beattle favor a fusion ticket electing the populist mayor candidate Dr Jorden. The convention endorsed the fusion plan with broad support though a small minority opposed the strategy. The ticket includes a top corporating council and WA treasurer nominees amid party unity on the ballot.
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Beattie
Maresmiuilin
Dr Jorden
Aity Democrats
Recurring Burglary at Rossland Sees Large Stash Taken
A Rossland burglary spree ends with a bold break in at the Allen household. Thieves steal about 50 cigars and a quantity of whisky valued around $600. No clue to suspects as police search for leads. Rowland, BC, Feb 20.
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Rowland
Davor
Mrs. Steremesa Elected President in Washington
In Washington on February 20 the Daueh tore of the American Revolutionaday Mdamoiety cecld Mrs. Steremesa, wife of the vice president, as president weperal in a ceremonial result reflecting political prominence.
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Washington
Steremesa
Weperal
Milton ranch tragedy shocks county as boy charged
Alfred Halterman ordered Milton to move his horse from a barn on the Milton ranch. Milton refused and Halterman allegedly struck him with a club, killing him in the barnyard. Milton Young Milien was charged with murder in the first degree, while Halterman faced an accusatory account and possible recovery.
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Pomeroy
Milton Ranch
Pontuwest
Alfrad Fhottermann
Milton
Etookman
Thie County
Craditore
Te Mea
Unis City
Alfred Malverman
Tadieifows
Hatcheray
Alloa Dewertel
Halterman
Milien
Malterman
ALN
Kbs
Milton Fay
Halterian
AEA
Anmaut
Amiton
Rescue Efforts Continue After Vulcan Mine Disaster
Reports from the Vulcan mine explosion describe ongoing recovery of victims. Up to six bodies recovered by 6 a m, including Nick Kor and Robert Cone. Eight more victims anticipated as rescuers push through mire with equipment.
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Noweastle, GN
Pet
Vulcan
Gri
Bodiva
Nick Kor
Robert Cone
Jes Himl Funk
Wille Dare
Wii
Auth
Weng
Huan
Vntar
Whitt Brolwe
Tony ‘Taner
Juan Gambard
Charisa Merchant
Aix
Corbett Challenges Champion In Private Boxing Match
The text reports Corbett issuing a challenge to the reigning champion for a $10,000 prize with a potential meeting between March and April. The offer emphasizes a prompt in person bout, with conditions about the venue, stakes, and arrangements, including telegrams and travel notes tied to the rival’s appearance.
Fatal Snowbound Train Crash Near Frankfort
A passenger train rear ended a freight train nine miles east of Frankfort Kentucky amid heavy snow. Fireman Jerry Don Cide died, conductor Horace Fee injured, while crew member Combustor Horace Fee suffered serious burns. Seemingly disoriented signals hindered the encounter as wreckage engulfed the scene.
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Fonghtom
Mich
Duluth, Lake Shore
House Adjourns After Retrenchment Debate and Pension Bill Action
The House debated retrenchment measures and pension reform amid party clash. Amendments failed as lawmakers voted to continue the current policy, adjournment followed with private pension bills advanced by committee.
Congress weighs Graves bond sale bid in Usle inquiry
A Kentucky congressman introduced a House resolution to probe Secretary of the Treasury Usle over Graves bid handling for 4 9 million in US bonds at 120 0. The measure calls a five member committee to investigate the sale and to allow up to 10 000 for investigation expenses.
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Washington
Colson
Kentucky
Carl Usle
William Graves
John G. Carisie
Mary
Treasury
United States
Nave
William Graves Thornfor
Wiliam Grays
New York
J. P. Morgan & Co
Shortage Alleged in Port Angeles Deputy Postmaster Accounts
Deputy Postmaster John Brown of Port Angeles Washington is charged with embezzling 1200 from government funds. A formal complaint filed with U S Commissioner Harry Ludden prompts an investigation that Brown says spans two years and implicates former Postmaster Penn.
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Port Angeles
Wash
John Brown
Gordon
United States Comets
Penn
Cleveland
Major Mooker
Brown
Hanged for a Criel Murder in Charlestone Jail
A man named Gilbert was hanged in Charlestone jail for murdering Alice Stirling a child. The crime involved the child luring and brutal treatment with a body found beneath a stable. An insanity plea failed. execution carried out today.
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Haston
Angus
Gilbert
Charlensteout
Alice Strling
Gilburt
Dewkat
Waller Released From Jail In Washington
Secretary reports to Ambassador Eustis that Waller an ex convict from Madagascar was freed from jail today after a cablegram arrived in the capital.
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Washington
Hey
Eustis
Waller
Madagascar
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Cal
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Yvegy
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National Dictionary
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Webster's
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Arene
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