First Real Battle of the Cuban Revolution
The first major clash at San Luis ended in insurgent victory. Government forces suffered casualties with fifty rural guards captured and reports of 15 dead and 30 wounded pending confirmation. Rebels advanced toward Havana amid alarms and reports Catalina near Guines captured with Palma awaiting updates.
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The
Star
Havana
San Luis
Catalina
Guines
Pinar del Rio
Palma
Rebels Score Victory Near Pinar del Rio Front
Havana dispatch says forces under Pina Guerra struck rural outposts at Pinar del Rio before dawn, driving them back toward the city. Insurgents did not pursue. government aid rushes to Havana to bolster defenses.
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Havana
Pina Guerra
Pinar del Rio
Cuba Insurrection Seen Of Little Official Interest
Oyster Bay August 22 The Cuban insurrection is regarded as minor by state department officials in Washington who have not sent the president any message on the subject. The president’s information comes solely through newspapers and officials deny plans to intervene unless American interests are jeopardized.
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Oyster Bay
State Department
Washington
United States
David Lloyd Joins Selma Soda Point as Drinker Dispenser
David Lloyd of Selma, cousin of W E Lloyd, has accepted a position at the soda fountain of the late ter establishment and will dispense cold drinks in that popular spot.
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David Lloyd
Selma
W. E. Es
Soda Foint
Captain Eichelberger Leaves to Manage Cotton Firm
Captain Paul M. Eichelberger will depart about Sept. 1 for Decatur to manage the cotton firm George H. McFadden & Bro. He has resigned as captain of Company I A N G. If accepted, First Lieutenant Huey Bullard is expected to be promoted to captain. The county lauds Capt. Eichelberger for raising the company’s standing.
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Oxford
Paul M. Eichelberger
Decatur
George H. McFadden & Bro
Eichelberger
Huey Bullard
Biehelberger
South Dakota Pharmacists Mark 21st Birthday Convention
The South Dakota Pharmaceutical association marks its twenty first anniversary with a large convention in Sioux Falls. Leading druggists from across the state attend the event which began in the city today as part of the celebration.
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South Dakota Pharmaceutical Association
McCord Family Mourns as Mother Dies in Minneapolis
H A McCord general manager of the Western Steel Car and Foundry local plant travels to Minneapolis to attend his mother's funeral. He will be away about two weeks, and his family receives sympathy from Anniston friends after a brief illness.
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H. A. McCord
Western Steel Car & Foundry Company
Minneapolis
Minn
McCord
Model City
Anniston
Negro Chase Underway After Attack Attempt in Mobile
Mobile authorities and numerous citizens search for a black man accused of attempting to assault Edna Fowler a 38 year old white woman. Fowler was choked into unconsciousness before the assailant fled.
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Mobile
Edna Fowler
Cunningham Addresses Calhoun County Voters In Alabama Governor Bid
Dr. R. M. Cunningham, candidate for governor of Alabama, spoke in the circuit court room at 2 30 this afternoon to Calhoun county voters after a Jacksonville stop. Captain A P Agee introduced him and echoed a prior remark by Comer that drew applause. Cunningham praised growing support across the state and anticipated success as his campaign continued. His Oxford speech last night covered usual issues of his platform.
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R. M. Cunningham
Alabama
Calhoun County
Jacksonville
A. P. Agee
Dr. Cunningham
Agee
Mr. Comer
Comer
Capt
Cunningham
Oxford
Arrest Report Says Stennland Captured in Mexico
A private message from El Paso, Texas, reports the arrest of Paul C. Stennland, former president of the Milwaukee Avenue Bank, at Aguas Calientes Mexico. Chicago police deny any information about the arrest.
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The
Star
Chicago
el Paso
Tex
Paul C. Stennland
Milwaukee Avenue
Aguas Calientes Mexico
Farmers Convention Opens In Bessemer With 300 Expected
Led by I A Worley of Pell City the Farmers Cooperative and Educational Union of Alabama meets in Bessemer. The program includes welcome by Mayor Sullivan and talks by O I Pyle R F Duckworth and S Barrett. Over 40 delegates arrived with anticipated attendance exceeding 500 visitors.
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Bessemer
I. A. Worley
Pell City
Farmers’ Co-operative and Educational Union of Alabama
J. J. Sullivan
O. I P. Pyle
Texas
National Union
R. F. Duckworth
Georgia
S. Barrett
Georgia State Union
Nineteenth Street
Second Avenue
Birmingham
Campbell Nominated Without Opposition in Fifth Ohio
At the Republican congressional convention in Paulding Ohio W. W. Campbell of Napoleon was renominated without opposition for the Fifth Ohio district.
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Ohio
Harris Sought Ban on Wife From Visiting Store
Chattanooga Aug 22 Judge Allison refused to grant George F Harris a injunction restraining Harris wife from visiting his furniture store. Harris, a merchant, contends his wife’s visits drive trade away.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Allison
George F. Harris
Harris
Campaign Excerpt Portrays Impassioned Statesmanlike Plank
A fragment describes a speaker delivering a direct, steadfast exposition of his platform, emphasizing plainspoken rhetoric and firm conviction in public discourse. The tone suggests a mature political approach aligned with traditional governance values.
Nebraska Republicans Open State Convention in Lincoln
Eight hundred fifty seven delegates and many alternates gathered in Lincoln to name a state ticket and endorse a U S Senate candidate to replace Joseph H Millard. The race pits Edward Rosewater against Norris Brown with railroad regulation as the central issue. Governors hopefuls include George L Sheldon Charles Weston George J Rouse and John Wall as contenders for the gubernatorial nomination. Three rail board members will be chosen this fall under the new law.
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Lincoln
Neb
W. E. Andrews
Hastings
United States Senate
Joseph H. Millard
Nebraska
State Board of Railway Commissioners
Brown
Senate
George L. Sheldon
Cass County
Sheldon
Norris Brown
Towa
Edward Rosewater
Omaha Bee
Rosewater
Charles Weston
Hay Springs
Hall County
John Wall
Valley County
Valparaiso Disasters Reported Amid Ongoing Quakes
London reports private messages indicating a recurrence of large fires at Valparaiso and continuing earthquake shocks. The dispatch confirms ongoing disasters and tremors in the area.
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London
Valparaiso
Mes
Loved in Siam, Groom to Serve in Roumania
Miss Edith Lawyer, daughter of the late Dr. W. P Lawyer, wed Montgomery Schuyler Jr. in Washington. The couple met in Siam where he served as secretary of the American legation. They will travel to Bucharest, Roumania, where he becomes consul general and secretary of legation.
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Washington
Siam
Edith Lawyer
W. P Lawyer
Montgomery Schuyler
Schuyler
Legation
Alexander T. Hensey
Adams’ Mill Road
Bucharest
Silver for Warship Ceremony Attended by Officials
In Quebec on August 22, cabinet officers, members of parliament and guests witnessed a navy ceremony awarding silver to a warship. The event featured formal proceedings and attendance by prominent officials.
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Quebec
Georgia Democratic primary expected large turnout
ATLANTA August 22 Georgia white Democratic primary opens with prospects of a heavy ballot. Key contenders include Clark Howell Hoke Smith J E Estill Jim Smith and Judge Richard B Russell. A first ballot majority seems unlikely, with a live race and likely deadlock as Georgia capsulists vote the Democratic ticket in pledge to support the eventual nominee.
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Telegraph
The
Star
Atlanta
Georgia
Covernor
Clark Howell
Hoke Smith
Savannah News
Jim Smith
Richard B. Russell
Smith
Smith to Carry Cherokee in Kalopsia County Primary
United States Commissioner G B Randolph reports a Cherokee exodus toward Alabama for the primary election. Cherokee natives believe they must vote across the line, making a Smith victory plausible. His Excellency the governor presented the H M S Dawminson with a shield and plate at a luncheon aboard the vessel. Captain Kingsmill delivered the acceptance speech to distinguished guests.
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Alabama
H. M. S. Dawminson
Govers
Canada
Kingsmill
Young Alex Chisholm Talks With His Father
In Birmingham on Aug. 22 at the county jail Alex Chisholm the defaulting paying telex of the First National Bank conferred with his father for a lengthy period. No third parties were present. Authorities are seeking to post a bail of 25 000 dollars for the defendant.
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Birmigham
Alex Chisholm
First National Bank
Phone R O Watson for a Drag at No 72
A terse line directs readers to contact R O Watson at number 72 for a drag. The item is a classified style note with minimal context and no additional details.
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R O. Watson
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