Kearsarge Triumphs In Trials Northbound Run At Sea
The Kearsarge set a fast northbound rate of 17.12 knots between the Scorpion and Mayflower, 17.82 knots over a 33 mile leg, and 16.37 knots on the return against heavy seas. Captains Emery Schroeder Folger wear casual dress aboard. only Mason in army transport uniform and a head waiter in evening dress. Souvenirs of grease stained hats abound as the ship maneuvers and aims for possible speed gains.
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Deeds Over Words Explain Hood’s Sar Sapparilla Merit
A faded ad copy extols deeds over words in battles of peace. It claims Hood’s Sar saparilla defeats the arch enemy of mankind blood and cites remarkable victories, though the fragment ends with unclear wording.
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Kearsarge Completes Speed Trial With 17 Knot Hopes
Newport News shipyard officials report the battleship Kearsarge exceeded the 16 knot contract goal during a recent trial. President Calvin B. Orcutt of the builders praises its steadiness and predicts commission within two months after finishing touches.
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Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company
Kearsarge
Kearsarge Speed Compared With Other First Class Battleships
Captain William Mayhew Folger to command the Kearsarge. The vessel’s speed is highlighted as a maneuvering asset for combat reach and hull protection. Comparisons list Seven, Oregon, Massachusetts, Indiana, and Town battleships with tonnage, length, cost, and knots. Folger’s career spans Asiatic squadron service, European station duty, and command of Yorktown and New Orleans.
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Oregon
Massachusetts
Indiana
Town
William Mayhew Folger
Kearsarge
Ohio
Pehring Sea
China
New Orleans
North Atlantic
Battleship Race Under Stormy Seas Captured In Aerial Echo
Admiral Rodgers boards the battleship amid heavy seas as the vessel tugs toward a starting line. The ship endures roaring winds and towering waves while observers note reduced speed and crews straining to maintain course in a tense test of maneuvering and endurance.
Description of shipboard routine amid smoke and figures
The excerpt describes a naval voyage with waiters serving in the ward room while Captain Evans notes the black plume from the funnels. Below, Lieutenant-Commander Schroeder records the vessel's speed as sailors rest in hammocks on the berth deck. A red scene appears above.
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Evans
Schroeder
Perils of the Double Turrets on Battleships
Lieutenant Joseph Stravan defends superimposed turrets for the Kearsarge and Kentucky. He cites tests showing lower turrets incur no concussion hardship and notes space and weight saved, cheaper ship construction, and the ability to train all four guns together. The official firing test is pending.
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Cnat
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed For Kidney Trouble Relief
A Boston customer Mr John Reed reports back pain linked to kidney strain eased after taking Dean's Kidney Pills. The ad claims kidneys are blood filters and promises cure for kidney disease with these pills sold at 50 cents by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents.
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Board of inspection to meet at Touraine for tidal observations
The board of inspection will meet at the Touraine at 8 this morning to review tidal observations from six smaller steamers and adjust the Kearsarge running time for current effects. The handicap of the vessel will be considered accordingly.
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Board of Inspection
Touraine
Kearsarge Prepares for Newport News Test Off Boston
The Kearsarge lay anchored five miles from Boston Light awaiting an early start to Newport News. It had not left deep water all day as a trial began on the most extreme outside course ever used for such a test.
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Prince Albert
Boston Light
Newport News
Bates Campaign Closes With Rallies Across Ward 10
Speaker Bates speaks at Knights of Honor Hall and Sammet Hall outlining campaign strain on party unity. He defends his stump work for the Republican state ticket, urges independence in Ward 10 votes, and predicts party strength at the caucuses.
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Boston
Guild Defends Position At Roslindale Rally
Fletcher president of the Ward 22 Guild Club presided the Roslindale gathering as cheers greeted the candidate. He denounced a Globe interview misrepresenting his stance on Cleveland versus Blaine and his opposition to free trade while praising Blaine’s reciprocity policy and noting local political ties.
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Craven Torpedo Boat Launched At Bath
The United States torpedo boat T. A. M. Craven was launched at 3 23 p m in Bath Maine The christening was conducted with American champagne by Miss Amy Craven of Philadelphia granddaughter of the late commander after whom the boat was named The hulls and machinery cost 194 009 dollars exclusive of ordnance and outfit
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United States Torpedo Boat
T. A. M. Craven
Craven
Amy Craven
Philadelphia
Omega Oil Endorsement by James J. Jeffries
James J. Jeffries endorses Omega Oil as a daily rub-down liniment praised for powerful enduring strength and soothing effect, aligned with his trainer’s view that it provides notable relief and support.
Lexington Republicans vie for town committee control in Caucus
In Lexington spirited canvassing centers on a bid for second spot on the Republican State ticket but is eclipsed by the push to select a town committee for the coming year. The 9-member panel rose from five last year after the Sherman Sampson faction lost influence. A Sherman Sampson ticket will seek to regain control at Wednesday’s caucus, a move tied to Sampson's political aims, though strong turnout may propel the current committee’s reelection.
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