Emperor China Mourns General Tso Fang Death in Ping Yang Fight
Shanghai dispatch reports imperial edict Sept 24 honoring General Tso Fang killed at Ping Yang. He led troops after being wounded, his remains to receive military honors, and his sons to be treated with special favor. Dispatch notes Chinese claim Chih Yuen sank Japanese ironclad. Japanese deny. Anti foreign sentiment grows in Pelein as locals insult foreigners. Two Japanese cruisers passed Che-Foo. German cruiser Alexandrine arrives.
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Whitney Aims for New York Governorship Amid Democratic Turf War
Specter of Whitney nomination stirs attention at the New York state convention as George M. Gunn and others escort Hill to the platform. In New Haven delegates gather as Clinton W. Davis presides and McKinley campaign momentum dominates Indianapolis events. John K. Hannaham wins the Democratic nomination for Congress in Chicago.
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Meyers in Jail on Murder Charge as Others Released
Atlanta Sept 25 Will Meyers has been ordered jailed on a murder charge. Charlea Jones Ben Allen BI Drake and J J W Conley, all of whom were implicated, have been released. The inquiry noted Meyers alone remains held while others were cleared. The case centers on the Crowley murder.
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The Storm in Cabs Onset Reported In Vana
A fragmented weather note from Vana records a noon barometer reading of 60 and a worsening storm through the day and night, with unclear local impact and survivors implied.
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Mythical Millions Trial Opens in London
Four Americans sailed from New York to testify in Bow Street against Colonel J F Jaquess, accused of defrauding hundreds in an elaborate scheme around the mythical Townley estates. Witnesses include Evansville businessmen William E Finch Charles E Scoville Samuel G Evans and Herman Engle. Jaquess and partner Thomas allegedly issued bonds and levied assessments to raise funds for the supposed fortune, with a London court case now underway.
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Pera Under Martial Law and Trade Turmoil report
Lrra reports General Borgona marching to impose martial law as the government seeks funds. Fore and natives face requisitions for ammunition and supplies amid a strained economy. Florida customs district notes rising business since last year with unclear details.
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Czar Reported Poor Health Amid Royal Family Strife
Vienna dispatch says the Czar is depressed by family troubles with Alix of Hesse and the Czarevitch summoned to Saint Petersburg. A Cracow report notes a possible bout of sobering illness and fainting spells, sparking concerns among supporters for stability in Europe.
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Alabama nomination clash and federal appointments noted
Washington dispatches report a contested nomination in North Carolina resolved in favor of Chealtham, plus moves in customs and treasury appointments. Other items include Duffield named superintendent of the survey, Port Royal dock extension requests, and a Corsicana murder of Taylor at the county poor farm with surveillance on a suspect.
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