One Man Fatally Injured In Train Collision Near Torrey
Colonel Torrey and staff escaped a wreck that killed and injured multiple soldiers from Troop O and other units aboard the Kansas City Memphis and Birmingham line near Torre, Miss. The second section struck the first at a curve, telescoping the Saville sleeper and trapping troops. Rescue efforts saved many, with several officers and men sustaining serious injuries and Torrey himself recovering from head wounds.
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Onpoh
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Vesuvius Proves Santiago Harbor Entry Possible
June 27. Report from Admiral Sampson’s flagship notes the Vesuvius entered Santiago harbor past the Merrimac wreck and observed ample inner harbor room. Two battleships can pass the wreck abreast, aiding the forthcoming assault. Hobson and his men remain in contact with the fleet.
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Janne Des Bennett Orr
Santiago
Port Antonio
Jamaica
Bantiago Harbor
Admiral Sampson
Admiral Sam
Captain Chadwick
Chadwick
Sampson
Hobson
Santago
Mother's Friend Promises Easier Childbirth and Faster Recovery
An early 20th century testimonial promotes Mother's Friend as essential for expectant mothers. The patent remedy allegedly eases nervousness, nausea, headaches, and pain, shortening recovery and ensuring both mother and baby stay safe. A Macon Georgia testimonial cites multiple successful confinements and offers bottles for sale.
Judge Thomas Ineligible Sparks Perkins Renomination Bid
In Des Moines June 20 the eleventh district race braces for upheaval as Judge Lot M. Thomas, recently nominated by Republicans, is deemed ineligible to hold another office during his term. Perkins supporters anticipate another convention and a renewed bid, signaling further conflict in the renomination fight. Washington June 21 marks a pivotal war week as Santiago’s fall nears and Cervera’s fleet faces decisive action. Admirals Sampson and General Shafter push toward a conclusive outcome with broad implications for the war’s duration and strategy. San Francisco June 27 the Red Cross plans to fund a hospital ship for Manila, aiming to raise 800,000 via nationwide subscriptions west of the Rockies for delivery to the U S government. Oskaloosa June 25 closes the Iowa Sunday School convention, with Rev John Henry Barrows delivering the keynote and next year’s meeting set for Oskaloosa. Rev O J Thompson of Oberlin presides.
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Dea Moines
Lot M. Thomas
Laws
Congress
G. M. Perkins
Ben McCoy
Railroad Commission of Laws
Friends of Perkins
Spain
Washington
Santiago
Cervera
Sampson
General Shafter
Manila
San Francisco
Oskaloosa
Ospan Raving
Iowa Sunday School Association
John Henry Barrows
Chicago
O. 3. Thompson
Oberokes
Spanish Squadron Bombards Port Said Fleet In Poor Condition
A Spanish squadron enters Port Said at the head of the Suez canal led by Pelayo and Carlos V. The fleet includes Patriots Audaz and Perserpina, with most vessels in dilapidated shape, soldiers poorly clad aboard, and coal duties handled by Cory Brothers agents Savin and Bazin.
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Suez Canal
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Audez
Tela de Panay
Rapido
Columbia
Colon
Perserpina
Osada
Covadongs
San Francisco
Patriota
Audaz
Cory Brothers
Savin & Bazin
Ships and troops sail as tensions rise in Cuba and Philippines
June 27 dispatches report Admiral Camara aligning with the Philippines as Spanish forces defend the coast amid American threats. Newport News hosts the Harvard with Ninth Massachusetts and Thirty-fourth Michigan units, while transports Ohio Indiana City of Para and Morgan City carry second expedition troops toward the Philippines. Also noted are a refuting of a sensational death claim about Captain Bob Evans, nurses headed for Santiago, banker Ezekial Clark's death, and $110,000 war bond subscriptions.
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Thirty-fourth
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Fred B. Bogan
Thirty-fourth Michigan
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ABA
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Ohio
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Valencia
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Merritt
HANNA CONTROLS CONVENTION ON PLANK AND THIRD TERM TALK
Governor Bushnell sits in the background as the Republican state convention shows little factional strife. Hanna allied delegates dominate credentials, with Cyrus Kuling and Harry M. Daugherty named to key posts. Groseynar’s keynote praised, while debates over state administration and bolting Republicans loom.
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State Administration
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Cyrus Kuling
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Hanna
Congreemen Groseynar
West Indies
Philippines
Troubles of Pastor's Wife and Health Restored
The story describes Mrs Adams wife of Rev A R Adams pastor at Blandinsville Illinois who suffered years of severe stomach pain swelling dizziness numbness and sexual trouble. After doctors failed her husband sought Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People and eleven boxes restored her appetite energy and well being enabling normal meals and sleep.
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Christian Church
Blandinsville
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Circus Tent Wrecked In Bronx Stampede Toll Rises
A severe storm toppled the Sells Forepaugh tent in Bronx City causing a panic during a performance. Dozens injured and Adolph Halverson of Sioux City died. Frank Reynolds reportedly critically hurt. The tent collapse caused $10,000 in damage. many animals were moved before the wind strike.
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Sioux City
Frank Reynolds
Halverson
Reynold
Avolfh Harvinson
Peter Branch
Ise
Peter Wison
Detective Bresnel
Omaha
Polo
Maud Hauchman
Henry Newmyer
Charles Armstrong
Carney
Anthony
As Faral
Miss May Beck
Leeds
A. W. Erwin
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Free Cure Offer Promoted by New York Chemist T A Slocum
Ambitious ad from T A Slocum of 8 Pine Street New York claims his science cures pulmonary tuberculosis and other chest and lung ailments with bottles of differing contents. Readers are urged to send address for a prompt sample and to mention the ad when writing.
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