Howison’s voyage stirs Navy over Sampson yes man plan
Washington dispatches tell of Rear Admiral Howison leaving Barbadoes aboard the Chicago for New York. Officials fear his arrival before Sampson could greet Dewey could upset plans and potentially shift command under naval regulations.
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Washington
Navy Department
Howison
New York
Dewey
Barbadoes
Chicago
Sampson
Santiago
Hero
Manila
Admiral Schley
Topkinsville
Roosevelt Intervenes in Grand Army Parade Placement
New York dispatch reports Governor Roosevelt ordered Major General Roe to allow the Grand Army of the Republic to choose any parade position. Roe consulted with Mayor Van Wyck and Guggenheimer, who criticized the move as improper. Roe refused to discuss Roosevelt's action.
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New York
Roe
National Guard
New York State
Deweyland
Roosevelt
Grand Army of the Republic
van Wyck
Guggenheimer
Exile ship returns as Puerto Rico votes amid unrest
Warship from Porto Rico brings 40 political exiles to San Domingo amid cheering crowds. Government sets Oct 6 to 8 for primary elections and an electoral college meeting in late October despite constitutional objections. Jiminez named sole candidate for the republic presidency. In Pana Illinois miners’ strike talks fail after a long meeting between President Hunter and local coal operators. no agreement reached though optimism persists.
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San Domingo
Porto Rico
Jiminez
Pana, Ills
J. M. Hunter
Ilinois
William Goforth
Chicago and Alton
Hunter
McKinley Likely to Invite Diaz to Washington Visit
Washington reports that during President Diaz's Chicago visit President McKinley is expected to meet him and invite him to Washington as a guest of the nation. Tentative plans about such a visit have been considered.
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Washington
Diaz
Chicago
McKinley
Diaz's Northward Route Expected After Official Notice
The article notes definite arrangements will follow after the official announcement of Diaz's intentions. It mentions Diaz traveling northward likely via San Antonio and St. Louis. A separate item reports Mrs. Horace Chenery of Larchmont Manor, New York, died instantly after falling or leaping from the Hotel Majestic's fourth story window.
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Diaz
San Antonio
St. Louis
New York
Horace Chenery
Larchmont Manor
N. Y
Hotel Majestic
Yellow Fever Reports and Disturbing Local Incidents
The board of health reports three new yellow fever cases and two deaths in New Orleans with additional daily totals from Key West. A Washington telegram notes plans for train inspections due to the fever. A Dallas report describes a baby’s body found at City Hall with unknown parents. Windom reports a fatal train wreck on the St. Paul and Omaha line with several fatalities and a missing conductor.
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New Orleans
Board of Health
Key West
Fla
Washington
Marine Hospital Service
Dallas
de. J. B. Florence
City Hall
J. H. Holsey
Windom
Minn
St. Paul and
Omaha
Rasmussen
Stratton
John Roberts
Williams
Multiple Reports Hit Nations Markets Crime and Local Incidents
Chicago firm Barrett Farnum & Co collapses after heavy short selling amid wheat panic. In Mineola Texas a constable seeking a criminal negro fled after a gun threat. Bellefontaine Ohio a colored evangelist warns of death before urging repentance. Beef prices soar in Chicago with steaks up to 25 cents. Denton Texas smallpox claims a child in Argyle pesthouse. two more ill. Eubank in New Boston Texas suffers arm injury from gin amputation. Hunt County treasurer holds 10000 in Dallas bonds bought at premium.
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Chicago
Barrett, Farnum & Co
Board of Trade
New York
Denton
Tex
William Lain
Argyle
Henry Foster
Grand jury indicts 18 engraving firms for conspiracy
Chicago reporters say the grand jury issued indictments against 18 engraving firms accused of forming a west coast conspiracy to control the engraving business. The alleged charge is conspiracy to defraud.
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Chicago
Post Office Bars Ex-Slave Mutual Relief Group
Washington reports the post office department barred from the mails the Ex-Slave Mutual Relief Bounty and Pension association based in Nashville. The order affects all mailings of the organization and its communications.
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Washington
Post Office Department
Ex-Slave Mutual Relief Bounty and Pension Association
Nashville
Four Die In Fire At St Vincent De Paul Hospital
Norfolk reports four lives lost in Thursday morning blaze that leveled St Vincent de Paul Hospital. Four firefighters injured. total loss estimated at 500000 with 33000 coverage.
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Norfolk
St. Vincent de Paul’s Hospital
Rooney acquittal ends murder trial in San Antonio
The jury found John Rooney not guilty of murder after one hour deliberation with a defense of insanity. In Terrell a fire destroyed five business houses causing about 75000 dollars in losses.
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San Antonio
John Rooney
Terrell
Tex
Train Specials From Palestine to Cincinnati and Austin
D. J. Price announces limited round trip fares for the Cincinnati National Convention Christian Church trip October 13 to 20 with tickets on sale October 10 and 11 and a clearance by October 23. Austin event by the United Daughters of the Confederacy runs October 18 and 19 with tickets on sale October 17 and returns by October 21. Very low rates. Agents can provide full particulars. Palestine Texas.
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Cincinnati
National Convention Christian Church
Austin
United Daughters of the Confederacy
D. J. Price
G. P
T. A
Palestine
Texas
Strayed or Stolen Mule Wanted for Recovery
One day more mule about 6 or 7 years old with a lump on the left shoulder. About 14 hands high. A reward will be paid for information leading to recovery. Contact A. D. McConnico.
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A. D. McConnico
Real Estate Bargains Around Bryan and Benchley
Several properties offered including 150 acres on the H T C railroad between Bryan and Benchley in Thompson creek area known as the Jesse Taylor place. Also a five room house near the graded school the Mrs Mary Mooring place a five room house on a lot and a half in the eastern town area with water works and fine water. A dwelling with 2 acres in the western city part offered at very low price.
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Bryan
Benchley
Thompson Creek
Jesse Taylor
Real estate sellers urged to list for fast sale
Advertisers invite property owners to place real estate in their hands for quick finding of a buyer at an attractive price. Local service promises efficient matching and sale acceleration.
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Swift
Anderson
Gebhard
Franklin Bros
John B. Mike
John Wittman
Bryan, Texas
Burtnorwood's Store
Wooten & Harder
Sanger Old Stand
Pana
Mineola
Hope
Hallville
Harrison County
Bellefontaine, O
Paul Cumberland
Sidney
Walnut Grove
New
Boston
H. B. Eubank
Dallas County
Greenville
Hunt County
Kutter
Ance
Hudson & Nall
Jno. M. Lawrence & Co
D. Mike, Jr, & CO
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