Dover Governor Signs Botkin Murder Requisition
Dover Delaware August 26 Governor Ebie W Tunnell signed the requisition papers to Mrs Adelaide C Botkin charged with the murders of Mrs Deane and Mrs Dunning. Attorney General White reports Dunning identified Botkin handwriting on the poison box and letters, linking her to the crime while awaiting more letters from Porto Rico. He notes San Francisco letters aided the case and expects more evidence.
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Dover
Del
Ebie W. Tunnell
Lewes
Ate
Adelaide C. Botkin
Delaware
Deane
Dunning
San Francisco
White
Budd
California
Senate
John P. Dunning
Botkin guarded in San Francisco prison cell
Mrs Botkin is confined in the female department of the city jail in San Francisco under constant guard to prevent self harm. Visitors are banned except at her request. She was in Stockton July 28 to 31 and was attended by Dr. E W Stone who reports a demented condition from drug use.
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San Francisco
Cal
Wakefield Politician Sullivan Pleads Not Guilty on Fraud Charge
John J. Sullivan, a Wakefield politician, arrested by Wakefield police on a charge of obtaining money under false pretences, pleaded not guilty in court. The case was continued to Sept. 9. Allegations say he promised protection to liquor dealers in Woburn in return for £100 annually to sell in Wakefield.
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Malden
John J. Sullivan
Wakefield
Sullivan
Woburn
Czar and President Mark Anniversary Telegram Exchange
Paris reports President Faure and Emperor Nicholas exchanged messages on the first anniversary of Faure’s Russia visit. Faure affirmed continued fidelity to the French people and wished happiness and grandeur for Russia. Nicholas and the Empress were deeply touched by the sentiments.
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Faure
Emperor Nicholas
M. Faure
Russia
I &m
Frehch
Nicholas
Commissioner Marshall Falls Ill at Deer Island Hospital
Commissioner Marshall of the penal institutions department grew ill at Deer Island after arriving Wednesday and meeting the aldermanic committee. Dr Roche ordered bed rest. Mrs Marshall is with him. The illness is blamed on overwork and insomnia, with hope for a few days’ recovery and departure soon.
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Commissioner Marshall
Penal Institutions Department
Deer Island
Gerrish
Cephalonia Arrives Early at East Boston Berth
The Cunard steamer Cephalonia docked at 7 am in East Boston with 32 saloon 63 second cabin and 206 steerage passengers from Liverpool and Queenstown. Boarding Officer J Wright and Immigration Commissioner Billings greeted the arrival amid surprise over the early debut. Officials noted the passengers as a healthy intelligent and desirable group unseen in years.
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Boston
Cunard
Cephalonia
Liverpool
Queenstown
J. Wright
Billings
New Book Panevent for Diseases
A local panevent announces a book on diseases with a focus on current research. Organizers invite medical professionals and readers to learn about diagnostics, treatment options, and public health implications. The event seeks community participation and expert speakers.
Great Ovation for Rear Admiral Schley in Washington
Rear Admiral Schley arrived in Washington at 4 10 pm greeted by cheering crowds at stations en route to the capital. At the White House he met President McKinley who thanked him for the Santiago victory and discussed the Porto Rican commission before Schley planned to depart for New York.
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Schley
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsylvania Avenue
Shoreham Hotel
Navy Department
Allen
White House
Santiago
Porto Rican Commission
New York
Sherman Criticizes War Campaign in Interview
The Times publishes John Sherman accusing the Cuban campaign mismanagement of causing American deaths and torture of defenders. He urges rigid investigations, blames the War Department, and says Congress could impeach the Secretary of War if the President does not order an inquiry. General Miles supports accountability and an official probe.
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the Times
John Sherman
Santiago
Hasize
Congress
Rotary
McKinley
Miles
War Department
Andrews Relieved to Report as Adjutant General at Santiago
Assistant adjutant-general Andrews is relieved from duty at the Department of the East and ordered to report at Santiago as adjutant-general of that department.
Versicherung Bank Failure Report Circulates
Berlin reports circulate claims that the Versicherungs Bank has failed with liabilities in the millions and no assets. Bankers are said to have disappeared, causing market alarm and questions about creditor recoveries.
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Berlin
Versicherungs Bank
Debs, Berger and Steengman Incorporate Social Democratic Group
The Secretary of State licensed a new political body in Springfield Illinois today the Social Democratic Association is incorporated with Eugene V Debs Victor L Berger and Seymour Steengman named as incorporators.
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Springfield
Ill
Secretary of State
Social Democratic Association
Eugene V. Debs
Victor L. Berger
Seymour Steengman
Delightful Boston Salem Willows Steamboat Trip Announcement
The Winthrop Steamboat Company launches a Boston to Salem Willows line on a new steamer Er Lewis. The Salem Cadet Band performs as the attraction and a famous shore dinner enhances the excursion. Departures from 478 Atlantic Avenue at 9 45 weekdays and 10 30 Sundays. Round trip tickets cost 60 cents, single fare 35 cents.
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Winthrop Steamboat Company
Boston
Salem Willows
New England
The
Willows
Lewis
Salem Cadet Band
Atlantic Avenue
Wilc
American Wringer Co Ad Promises Cheap Prompt Service
An advertisement from the American Wringer Co touts telephone ordering and delivery for wringers at 77 and 73 Franklin Street Boston MA with the phone number B 2690. The copy emphasizes prompt, inexpensive service and better quality than competitors.
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The
American Wringer Co
Franklin Street
Bostom
Mass
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