Terms of Consolidation and Rates Restored
The Times reports the consolidation terms between Western Union and Atlantic and Pacific Committees. Keene and Sage will transfer 7,000 Atlantic and Pacific shares at 25 to William H. Vanderbilt as Western Union trustee. Vanderbilt and Western Union pools the stock. Atlantic and Pacific gets one eighth of gross, Western Union seven eighths. The arrangement redistricts the country, consolidates offices, and restores rates to the old standard. The contract follows pooling methods used by Direct and Anglo-American Cable Companies. The dispute over Atlantic and Pacific’s share is settled at one eighth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
the Times
Western Union
Atlantic and Pacific Committees
Keene & Sage
Atlantic and Pacific
William H. Vanderbilt
Western Union Company
Vanderbilt
Forces redeploy as Russian reverses deepen in Balkans
Sorpos on August 21 reports sparse troops at Drenova and Gabrova with a brigade of the Four teenth Division at Tirsors. Reinforcements head south to bolster passes while cavalry engages at Osman Bazar. Gourko’s setback is blamed on force dispersion similar to other Russian reverses.
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Sorpos
Drenova
Gabrova
Tirsors
Osman Bazar
Gourko
Lowpor
Bank OF England
Times’ Vienna
Kossuth
Austro-Hungary
Railroad Workmen Force Payment on Gallipolis Line
Labor dispute on the Gallipolis and Columbus line ends ten miles south of the town as a force of workmen takes possession of the project. They claim dues owed to former employees and expect to arrange payment today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McArtuos
Gallipolis
Columbus
President declines Portland visit due to prior engagement
The article notes the President will not visit Portland on August 20 because of a prior engagement. He expresses esteem for the city and mentions a prepared programme in the White Mountains area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Washington
Portland
August Deys
White Mountains
Interdiction of Opium Use and Ottoman Winter Campaign
Fragmentary report notes China banning opium use. The Porte plans for a winter campaign against a murderer from Mt. Been sentenced to hang. Fort Worth area possibly employing 800 men.
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China
McBride
Fragmentary Crime and War Sketch from a Damaged Page
Partial OCR reveals references to self defense verdicts, a Memphis prisoner, and an escape attempt. It mentions a warfront on the Ehipka Pass, Turkish cavalry, and scattered scenes of victims including two women, one killed, found near water, with other fragments about families and a distant army movement.
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Alan
Philadel
Austin
Col
oSames
United States
Edward P.mi
Memphis
Jean
Hermann Beex- Burton
At Nash
Dee
Gaselae
Ehipka Pass
Aew
Pos
Yenitele
Laneli
Pass
Goria Pee
Tim
Hayes as Two Speech Maker
Hayes shows capacity as a speaker with lively delivery and clear control. The report notes his confident oration and suggests his remarks could be refined, praising the honor of addressing a notable event.
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Hayes
Bennington
Chicago Inter-Ocean
Moter Nonsense From Nashville Banner Item
A garbled Nashville Banner fragment notes someone named Keely achieving a pressure related action with 11 400 pounds and a quart of water. The text mentions Geumnel notions Godte tenecs and Cincinnati busthead in unclear context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville Banner
Keely
Cincinnati
Court of Appeals calendar and county court actions listed
A list of cases and court dates appears, including mandamus matters in the Covington area and County Court terms. Notable items mention W. G. Stans and D. Hearne against the City Council of Covington, with petitions dismissed and other civil proceedings noted. Parole and divorce mentions are referenced among municipal and legal actions.
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Ogi
Pbell Ie
Court of Appeals
Ee van Beoteetom
Covi
Sehoal
W. G. Stans
Savinas
Tenia
Crattens
C. Read
Bg Ee
Bettie
Theca
Govines
J Menzies
D. Hearne
Ageinst City Council of
Covington
Pmotiie
Pete el
Agrinest
Woolson
Nery Bonner
Ictioer
Grantcoor
Stacey
Selan
Clark
Prave
Arent
Bilas Moore
Ewan Heerist
Olla
Hawkles
Timate
Fenial
Oling
Kaward B
Newport News Notice and Local Events
Fragmented text describes church events at St Pauls Church and Columbia Street Church with social gatherings. Mentions Rev and Jan in Kentucky, a court proceeding, and a street address 125 Tay Street. Details are garbled. core items include religious services and local notices.
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Tims
4Ietsze
Dayton
Medeeg
St. Paul’s Church
Mig
Aate
Notion
Cas
Destructive fire hits mills in Montreal area
August 21 reports describe James McDougal's grain elevator, Ira Gould & Louis flour mill, and W M Mooney & Co horse nail factory burning with large grain losses. Fire began atop the elevator. insufficient pressure prevented full suppression. damages around $60,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
James McDougal
Ira Gould & Louis
W.M. Mooney & Co
Horse Nail
Tex
River Traffic and Delays Amid Rising Waters In Evansville
August 21 reports show the Ohio River rising with boats and barges slowed or grounded. Vessels including the Home, Belle, Madison, Henderson and others are delayed. crews note water levels and canal depths, while packet ships and lading adjust schedules.
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Louisvila
Portland
Belle
Madison
Henderson
J. W. Gaif
Virgie Lee
Evaxaville
Dora Lee
Parisot
Evansville
State government receipts and expenditures 1877 totals
The state fiscal year ending June 30, 1877 shows receipts of $269,000,000. Expenditures include Civil $56,250,000 War $37,000,000 Navy $15,000,000 Indians and pensions $33,250,000. Interest on the public debt totals $97,000,000.
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Cnt
Statesmen Return to Ohio for Campaign Push
Special Dispatch reports General Garfield departs Washington for Ohio to join the campaign. He predicts a united front and a swift resolution of differences for victory. George K. Nash is in town on legal business and will stay several days.
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Ohie
Ate
Cincinnati Washindton
D.C
Garficld
Ohio
George K. Nash
Coal Shipments from Monongahela Pools in July
Special Dispatch reports Monongahela coal output for July with four pools. Slack water shipments totaled 3,180,000 bushels and coke shipments reached 718,700 bushels.
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Monongahbela
Cal
Cincinnati
Monongahela
The Presidents Trip Reception in New Hampshire
A brief account describes a warm reception for the president in Cuawtorp Hovsar New Hampshire with a courteous handshake crowd and a short parlor gathering aboard the train. Attendees included party members and local officials as the president left for Plymouth.
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Cuawtorp Hovsar
N. H
Gong Bea
Pany
Plymouth
City Adopts Vaccination Order for Adults and Children
An official order mandates vaccination for all adults who have not been vaccinated within ten years and for children aged ten to fifteen. The decree cites the spread of a disease in the city and sets June 1 as a key date for implementation.
Killed By His Own Fire Escape
A New York man died in August 1921 after an alleged mishap with a fire escape. Police report a fall from a balcony led to fatal injuries, with investigators noting accidental causes and unclear circumstances surrounding the death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
E. Hardman
Conference decision sets new terms for Western Ps and partners
President Orton and executives announce a morning effect for the agreement after a conference decision. The Western Ps and allied companies are to receive cent and other terms, signaling a key shift in the deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orton
Cent
Grie and Roe UK
St Lovm Steamship Alex Sinking Hopes For Recovery
A battered report from St Lovm notes the steamer Alex is partially submerged after a collision with the Northern Line vessel Onsavka Uiver. Efforts continue to raise the wreck and determine the extent of damage and crew fate.
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St. Lovm
Alex. Mens
Ace Kuk Northern Line
Aeeaee
Onsavka Uiver
Ace Ie
River Decline Report From Prirepune Dispatch
Special dispatches from Prirepune Pennsylvania note river levels falling with a reported 17 unit decline as of August 21. Authorities monitor flood risks and downstream impacts while weather agencies issue advisories.
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The
Cincinnati Times
Prirepune
Mo ‘River Falling
Cattle market report with fluctuating prices and receipts
The week saw receipts of about 72 head of cattle with prices largely steady and dull trading. Beefs sold around 4.75 to 5.00 for common to good weights, cows and bulls steady to firm, better lots scarce. best butchers' grades brought higher prices amid drought conditions. Receipts totaled seven head, with light trade and unchanged overall market tone.
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Ieee
A. WM
Reatines Ieee Fe
Market and commodity report with mixed grain and meat prices
The notes cover wheat and flour markets, pork and bacon prices, beef and lard trends, and cereal deliveries. It lists arrivals, futures quotes, and regional price variation with references to October volumes and cash bids.
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Snienar Ledde
Wauker
Eciyan
Temler
Bees
Sete
Estera
Cincinnati Com seizes on capital for massive press project
The article describes a bold newspaper undertaking in Cincinnati with plans for a ten cylinder press and substantial capital investment. It highlights the scale of the project and its potential impact on the city’s publishing scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville Banner
Cincinnati
Pittsburg Merchants Negotiate Post Strike Losses
August 21 Philadelphia reports a board dispute over liability after a strike causing merchant losses. The agreement assigns settlement duties to county authorities and the railroad to aid the business sector in suits. Statements outline the merchants' claimed damages from destruction and delays.
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Pittsburg
Priladelphaia
Hs Peete
Direct Rs of Company
Maritime Exe Ae
Sliusteset
Lowes
Virginius Wins Open at Saratoga in Close Finish
At Saratoga August 21 Virginius won the first race for a purse of a dollars a mile and cepth with 57 Adamante second. Zoo Zoo won the second race for Vienrceneles a mile and a half Vermont second Booth third. The last race for 3300 three quarters of a mile was taken by Rhadarhan with Virginius second and Dan K third. Time 1 16 4.
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Baratoga
Virginius
Adamante
Zoo-Zoo
Vermont
Booth
Lies
Rhadarhanthus
Dan K
Merchants Celebrate Canal Opening at Tower Rapids
About one hundred and fifty merchants from the Exchange and Board of Trade attended the event. They departed Keokuk at dawn aboard the steamer Golden Eagle provided by Commodore Davidson, president of the Keokuk Northern Packet Company, to mark the opening of the canal around Tower Rapids on the Mississippi River.
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Erchants’ Exchange and Board of Trade
Keokuk
Tower Rapids
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle
Commodore Davidson
Keokuk Northern Packet Company
German Held as Principal in Elm Station Murder Case
Accused of murder in Elm Station last October, a young German, held as a witness against Whalen, was committed as principal. He possessed Hoehne’s watch when arrested and authorities seek evidence placing the crime around 4 PM on October 17, naming others now in custody as murderers.
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Norristons
Whalen
Sons Hoehne
Elm Station
Hoehne
Telephone sound carried by a single wire across distance
The article discusses how current telephones carry sound through a single wire in either direction and suggests ordinary conversation can be done over greater distances with increasing telegraph technology.
Unclear Morning Accident Involving Local Mages
Report describes a group of mages travelling together when a wagon struck one, killing it instantly while another creature attempted to help before dying. The incident occurred on a road as the injured partner lay beside its companion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lis
Costs of the Tichborne Trial Revealed in Commons
London correspondence notes Mr Whalley secured a government statement on the Tichborne Claimant case costs. Total trial expenses exceeded government and juror payments, with about 118000 dollars to government counsel and roughly 19000 dollars paid to the jury, illustrating the price of British justice for taxpayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Chicago Journal
House of Commons
Whalley
Hartford's Alleged Duty
The item argues Western policy holders expect Governor Jewell and the new Directors to prosecute the chutes Oak villains, restore treasury money, and send them to the penitentiary. It notes Hartford already has two bankers in state prison and urges enforcing Connecticut law to maintain public confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
The
Chicago Tribune
Jewell
Connecticut
The Bangor Toddler Trapped Between Buildings
A small child became wedged between two close buildings in Bangor after running between them. Neighbors and rescuers cut a three foot square opening through one wall to free the boy and his twelve year old sister who were confined briefly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Bangor
Suburban Item Sparks Debate on Carthage Club Conduct
A Madisonville suburb item questions the Carthage club conduct and reports rowdy behavior linked to a local event. The note mentions a Thursday session and concerns over safety and decorum.
Local Notes and Briefs From Oakley Community
A collection of lively fragmentary items mentions Daxter and Jonxs Mounis, Chastey Devise, Mist Topp from New Orleans visiting Oakley, and Carrais CovERDaLe appearing with a sister in town. Muss Laps Ward returns to Pleasant Cincinnati while references hint at civic talks and local chatter.
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Canon Pd
Bob
Mist Topp
New Orleans
Oakley
Carrais Coverdale
Binsei
New
Hany
Health Letter Promises Cures for Tumors
An old letter describes hope for cures of tumors and mentions health, a Mr Ki reeee, and a supposed medical remedy. It presents a polite signoff but lacks verifiable detail or attribution.
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Vivania
General Preight Agen
Pu Aducruia
Baring
Penneyivania
Ioc
Aulorhay
Somant
Ghomia Wien
Vania
Eg Y.s
Aingston
Pennsylvania R
Radway
R. R. R. Radway
Sean
Lee Radway
Furst Edition
Uloce P
Avovusta
Pee Ee
Queree Carer Sromat Ashington
Serg’t Signal Service
Covington News
Newport News
Frederick Cavill
Cape Grizenez
English Channel
Dover
St. Perenspore
Plevna
Golos
Sistova
Simnitza
Turno Megurili
Red Cross
Fromtow
Pene Non Auakhe
Chicago
New Yor
lAve Stock Markets
Saratoga
St. Louis
New York Tribune
Des Moines Register
Madisonville
Berhead
Carthage Club
Carthage
Daxter
Jonxs Mounis
Chastey Devise
Jan
Kidne
Hannah P. Kmapp
DR. Radway
Ninth Ward
Dee Arn Seas
Benjamin H. Cox
First Precinct
Geo. J. Leininger
Herman Rotert
John
Wolff
Tuavecdin
Cocosses
M. F. Thompson
Cnly Cal Aesieas
Goldsmith
Cynthiana Fair Grounds
Kentucky Central Railroad
Fair Grounds
Cynthiana
H. P. Ransom
Cynthiana Fair
Trevis
Burnet House
Grand Hotel
Theo, Thomas
Highland House Belvidere
Ps Interminsia Leidenstieker
Bellevue House
Cincinmnati Orchestra
G. Wisp Juvenile Orchestra
ENADE
Xoux Ars
Cincinnati Southers
Wenete
Franklin Type Foundry
POR Sale
Carriag
Cho. C.iller
Type Foundry
Cincineati
Tres
Eh Sais
Ohio State Fair
Blabbitt
Babbitt
Michel Babbitt
LS Maton
Reamer Gee Babbitt’s
Aleratus
Sane
Sia Babbitt
T. C. C. Bradford
Coger Oat Roett
Merckholders
Nib
Prin . Company
R. Murdoch
Ieee Capcivati
Ary P. Davis
F. Batowis
Uburn
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