Soldier's Escape and a Ringing Return at Appomattox
A veteran named Robinson recounts his return to Mt Sterling after four years of war and four years of illness. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with curing his disabling rheumatism and restoring strength, noting a dramatic recovery after starting the treatment and three bottles. The piece includes his signed testimony and a local justice of the peace certificate.
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Tiehmend
Appomattox
Kirk Pennsylvania
Grand Review
Mife
Mt. Sterling
Arma
Lincoln
Woldierly Ag
Fr. Robinson
Brown
Dr. Wiliams
Willian Mink Ville
Ronixson
A. D
Jons
Justice of the Peace
Mi Ion
Funeral news from Havana Maine disaster
Captain Sigsbee reports to officials at the capital about the burial of nineteen Maine dead in Havana. Cuban officials and Spanish authorities coordinate ceremonies at the Sa m utmost cemetery as the relief and embalming process continues.
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Sigsbee
Waunsotox
Navy Department
Havana
Sigshee
Blanco
Parrdo
Manterola
Trente
Lee
Marine
Cowles
Fern
Peanceat
Sam
Robin
United States
Ition
Ime
Department
Maine
Havana Harbor
Halfmart
Mangrove
Key West
Clendenning
Speare
Ivera
Sicarl
Olivette
Premier Sagasta Pained over Maine Disaster
Madrid's prime minister Sagasta voiced grief and surprise over the Maine catastrophe. He said Spain sympathizes with the United States, notes the loss of the cruiser Regente and marine minister, and that Spain will convey condolence to Washington. He expressed confidence close ties will ease the tragedy.
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Havana
New York
Madrid
Sagasta
Maine
Anne
Regente
Woostford
Ellurts
Dager
Auer
Syrup of Figs: a Pleasant Gentle Laxative Remedy
An ad explains Syrup of Figs as a pleasant refreshing laxative that purges kidneys and liver, cleanses the system, dispels colds and headaches, and relieves constipation. It claims swift, gentle action from healthy ingredients, marketed as a popular remedy sold in 50 cent bottles by leading druggists with procurement if unavailable. The California Fig Syrup Co lists San Francisco Louisville and New York as locations.
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California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louieville
WEW
Havana Town Council Covers Funeral Expenses for 264 Men and Two Officers
Consul General and Maine commander report Havana council offers to bear all costs of funeral and burial. They express confidence in improving U S relations, noting the catastrophe appears accidental with sources calling for an internal explosion similar to past incidents involving foreign powers.
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Maine
Havana
America
Tam
Ambatius
Cincinnati
EXPERT ON EXPLOSION SAYS MAINE MASTERMIND ACCIDENTAL
Washington February 18 Professor Alger of the ordnance bureau states that modern torpedoes cannot, by themselves, cause a magazine explosion like the Maine. He cites past fires in bunkers as a common danger and notes torpedo explosions do not produce internal magazine detonations.
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Alger
Wasaixnton
United’ States
Professor Alger
Ordnance Bureau
Maine
Cincinnati
Cuban aid offered to bear Maine victims’ bodies
Havana February 18. A Cuban concentrado delegation asked to carry the Maine victims’ bodies to the grave as a sign of gratitude to the Americans, but General Leo declined saying the bodies would be treated as authorities decide. The procession drew about 400 concentrados past Albisu theater toward Colón cemetery where rites were held.
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Gemperery
Havana
Maine
Concentrados
Leo
Albisu Theater
Reina and
Eee
Co Jon
Sear Manuel Santander
J. P. Chadwick
The
Maine Raise Ship Resolution Sparks Senate Debate
Senate approves Hale resolution to raise the battleship Maine and honor dead officers, authorizing removal of remains to U S soil. Mason pursues a private investigative committee, accusing diplomacy of Cuba coverups and demanding truth on the Havana disaster amid strong misgivings about delay and secrecy. Wolcott condemns insinuations against navy officers, urging a fact finding through proper channels.
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Washington
Senate
Hale
Maine
United States
House
Bontelle
Cuba
Congress
de Lome
Maxon
Mason
Havana
Delate
Senaté
Navy Department
Pkae
le House
Ritson
Secretary Long
Havana Harbor
Wolcott
Illinois
Mr. Wolcott
Tlinois
Welcott
Lodge
Ledge
Horatio to Minister Hay in London Calamity Letter
The lord mayor of London Horatio Davies forwards a note to the United States ambassador Colonel John Hay. He asks for empathy for London citizens after a terrible calamity and notes the appointment of three new ministers including Cuscini as envoy. The message reflects distress and seeks support from the U S in the crisis.
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Horatio
Hay
Lnayor
Louion
Horatio Davin Davies
United States
John Hay
London
Berner Declares For Governor In Arvanta
A ripple of surprise spread through Arvanta Georgia when the Journal announced the candidacy of Hon. Robert L. Berner of Monroe for the gubernatorial nomination. Berner had been viewed as a possible candidate, but friends doubted he would enter now. The announcement fills four columns in the afternoon edition.
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Arvanta
Robert L. Berner
Monroe
Astor Plans Massive Colonization to Honduras
John Jacob Astor sails to Honduras with relatives and aides to launch a large colonization scheme. The effort includes lighthouses, a revenue cutter service, and railroad expansion as he seeks to recruit families for settlement with land concessions and financial aid. Details to be announced after his return in March.
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John Jacob Astor
Honduras
New York
Uirrare
Richard Peters
Mr. Hawkins
Henry L. Sprague
Washington
Valentine
Vndleaty i
Ohe Honduras
Vastomisoas
Anil
Astor
Bascigulpa
Bonilla
Reputa
Mr. Astor
Key Calls for decisive action on Maine disaster indemnity
Cuatlaxcoaa Feb 18 Judge D M Key former Postmaster General in Hayes administration defends strong stand for compensation for the Maine disaster. He warns against delay and urges a decisive government response, insisting no amount of money can appease the public until proper reparation is secured. Navy list identifies several fully named fallen sailors and officers among the Maine casualties.
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Key
Cuatlaxcoaa
D M. Key
Hayes
United States
Judy
Maine
Syain
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