Border lightning tragedy and bridge repair orders
A terse report from August 29 notes a lightning fatality near the Northern Boundary and confirms immediate Union Pacific Bridge repairs. Messages from Laramie indicate American Bridge Company teams arrived with two units to begin work. The brief mentions a representative and a company report, reflecting rapid action on infrastructure and safety concerns.
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Indien News
Black Hills Country
Safellite
Union Pacific
Omana
Nun
Genel
Laramie
Turky Reported in Possession and Russian Misstep near Phipha Pass
Fragmentary report notes Turkish possession of Phipha Pass and a Russian misstep after August. Suleiman Pasha led forces in the area with unclear timing and location details.
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Phipha Pass
Fievna
Weather Report: August 29 1905 7 A M
Weather report shows three seas forecast with conditions and timing noting August 29 at 7 AM. Observed occurrences include atmospheric readings and possible visibility notes for the area. No adverse storms indicated though coastal conditions described.
State Savings records show loan totals and real estate figures
Curcaco notes a State Savings report listing 080 loans totaling 390,184 dollars and credits of 2.72 million. Real estate stands at 108,031 dollars and building at 121,625 dollars. President D. D. Spencer is in New York seeking a loan.
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Curcaco
State Savings Eee
D. D. Spencer
New York
Turkish Troops March From Widdin Reported
A Turkish detachment moves from Widdin toward the frontier amid unclear scouting activity and shifting troop dispositions as reported in late August dispatches.
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Widdin
Lowpos
Reon
General Grant in Glasgow August 24 for Edinburgh ceremony
General Grant visits Glasgow on August 24 and will receive freedom of the city of Edinburgh. The event marks a ceremonial honor for the renowned figure in a sequence of civic recognitions.
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Glasgow
Loxton
Ger — Grant Will
Cit
Edinburgh
Telegraphic Brevities Chronicle Unclear Political Notes
Fragmented telegraph briefings mention no postponement of an extra session, a Senate convention in Toledo, and various officials including General Ford, Judge West, and Governor. Reports touch on cholera, cabinet conclusions, and emergency preparations, with Berlin correspondence noting protection measures and state welcomes in Philadelphia and Kansas.
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Toledo
Hayes
Ford
West
Nash
New Lexington
Bhaie
Sveres
Loui
Cartier
Aes
Eufferi
Sau Ben Basel
Berlin
Chrissconione
Ae Crite
Philad
Kan
Not ig the they dont shut me off question
Fragmentary OCR reads as a stray quote fragment about being cut off or interrupted. No clear person, place, or event is identified. The readable words suggest confusion or protest but lack verifiable details to form a factual item.
Janus Faced Democracy in a Fragmented Text
Fragmented OCR text mentions Ohlo Maine and Fast meet with unclear details. It references a prairie bid and a repeat to give the sum of the and unprincipled voter. The passage is garbled with stray letters and lacks coherent events or names.
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Prom
Besten
Ohlo
Maine
Fragmentary political statement hints at security and fairness
Fragmented lines reference securing votes and fairness, condemning foolish or unfair practices. Mentions rich and poor, implying a plea for balanced treatment but lacks clear events or speakers. The text is garbled, offering only thematic hints without concrete details.
Unclear fragmentary note about Taft and relations
Fragmentary text mentions Judge Taft, personal warmth, and unspecified topics. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities beyond Taft. Summary constrained by limited readable content.
Concerning Women In The Harper’s Bar And Society Notes
Mary L. Booth earns five thousand dollars yearly as editor of Harper’s Bar. Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction is Mrs E B Carr. May Johnson of Salem writes an act by act play to finish in October. Mrs Van Cott, revivalist, in New York with Mr. John. Terms two thousand dollars per week for music at the Sonn at the Magic Flute. Wilcox, born at the Presidential mansion, translates three languages for the Post. Alice J Bushoug is a successful woman dentist in Centerville Indiana. Mrs Gaines becomes proprietor of illiea and uses her life to do good. Miss Jennie Collins of Boston works at Bofin’s. Rae Field elected member of Authors’ Society. Prudence Le C ber of the London She.
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Mary L. Booth
Harper's Bar
Carr
Sonn
Transeg Wilcox
Edge
Berlin
Arene Reriy
Cetreet
Ratte
Damascus
Alice J. Bushoug
Centerville
County
Indiana
Reaper Boteer
Gaines
Illea
Jennie Collins
Boston
Bofin’s
Grant and Packard Recognition Debated in Early Administration
A Chicago Inner-Ocean report discusses why General Grant did not formally recognize Louisiana Governor Packard. It cites telegrams and political pressure from Aigre and Darrall, noting Grant’s hesitation amid potential censure and competing loyalties within the administration. The piece hints at divergent factors influencing Grant’s stance and possible later shifts.
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Chicago
Packard
Darrall
Rao
Grant
Unclear OCR Fragment Highlights Erring Brethren Reference
Fragmentary OCR text mentions individuals and sentiment about Ering Brethren and a figure in an office seeking help. Details are garbled with names and places unreadable, providing no clear event, date, or attribution to form a coherent news item.
Morton In Critical Condition At Pittsburg Gazette
Morton remains in a critical condition as his system has come under strain. The article expresses hope for his recovery, emphasizing his value to the community and his country.
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Pittsburg
Morton
Dent
Democratic gubernatorial aspirants named in journal clipping
The Indianapolis Journal notes two Democratic candidates for governor, with mention of their names Am and Kegs, highlighting the potential for a popular outcome. The brief appears fragmentary but signals early campaign naming.
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Indianapolis Journal
Remark on Democratic Party Struggles and Unity
Fragmentary note criticizes factionalism within the Democratic party and hints at internal divisions. References a small group of two and a reference to the number nine as a symbolic for support. Context suggests a call for party cohesion amid discord.
National Calamity Hits Cleveland Leader Era
Fragmentary notice notes a national calamity impact with vague references to Mr. Oon Vere and Voorhers, suggesting a broad disruption or setback reported by the Cleveland Leader with unclear specifics.
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Cleveland
Oon
Yaks Voorhers
State Savings Bank of Chicago Fails Under Reckless Manager
A Cincinnati dispatch reports the State Savings Bank of Chicago has failed. Deposits at other area banks remain steady and no runs are feared. liabilities and assets could not be accurately stated yet. Rumor says Spencer, president of the State, did not go to New York but to Europe.
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Cincinnati
Chicago
State Savings Institution
Savings Bank
Commercial Loank
Spencer
New York
Europe
Bank Run Shakes Western Bank as Depositors Withdraw
A bank run erupts with deposits draining as doors stay closed and police guard the building. July liabilities fell 1.4 million while assets rose to cash, with 900 thousand reportedly paid out since July. President Spencer left for New York to raise funds. an assignment of control was handed to Colonel Abmer Taylor.
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Chicago
Tate Ene
Spencer
New York
Abmer Taylor
D. D. Spencer
The Tenure by Which He Holds Office
A. B. Cornell the naval officer in New York is said to retain his National Republican Committee membership under an understanding with President Hayes. Cabinet members debated yesterday whether the President should compel his resignation or suspend him from naval service.
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Cincinnati Times
Hisxonor
A. B. Cornell
New York
National Republican Committee
Hayes
Cornell
No Show for an Election Declared by Sheriff Nominee
Chris Lewis, superintendent of the Columbus Rolling Mills and Republican nominee for sheriff, issues a card declining to run for sheriff and declaring support for the Workingmen's ticket. He states he had no show for election. Democrats control the county.
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Cincinnati Times
Coumerus
Chris Lewis
Columbus, Rolling Mills
Russian Front Quiet Near Plevna Amid Casualties
August 25 report from Gorny Staden says all is quiet as Russian troops hold positions while Turks shelter behind heights. Wounded total at 2 480 from August 21 27 with 95 officers. killed unknown. Correspondent notes Turkish batteries threaten Russian flanks in Shipks Pass and new batteries in Tanja Valley. Radetzky remains in position. Also noted changes in Bulgarian leadership and a Rome merchant bankruptcy filing of Luigi DeLuca for 400000 with 50000 missing.
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Gorny Staden
Plevna
Loftsche
Bulgsiaks
Shipks Pass
Tanja
Radetzky
River conditions and weather noted by General Pike
River runs with 3 feet of water in the canal and the same over the Portland Bar with 3 feet 6 inches to Evansville. Weather described as clear and warm. Logged by General Pike.
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Portland Bar
Evansville
General Pike
River traffic and freight summaries from Evansville port notices
August 29 Evansville port reports mixed ship arrivals and cargo notes. The Anderson arrived from Evansville at 10 PM. barges and iron shipments listed for Buckhorn, Verzon, and Hecla. Weather fair, river near stationary with a southwest wind, and a public notice mentions river conditions and ongoing patrols.
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Carno
Anderson
Evansville
Evans Midnight
Memphis
St. Louis
Irontor
Cincinnati
Buckhorn Iron
Carroad
Ros
Sheridan House
Portsmouth
Dora Cabler
Cairo
P. Aeidan
Waterloo
Ville
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Abd
Merrill
Caire
Pittsburgh Market Notes and Prices
Markets by Telegraph from Cleveland report mixed shifts. Wheat weak to lower. corn steady. flour steady at 81 3 cent. Cotton quiet with sales at 19 8 for futures and spot around 29 8. Pork, lard, and beef markets show light activity. hogs, 4 to 4 1 2, cattle around 13 10, lard at 8 65. Sugar unchanged. molasses and general grains posted minimal changes.
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Nfis
Oil Markets Report Quiet Across Regions
Special dispatch notes August trading in Pirrssvans with oil barrels steady and prices listed for country and city markets. Butane remains quiet around 2.66 for road use. Market activity appears subdued with limited movement in New York and Antwerp references.
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Cincinnati ‘Times
United
New York
C. Antwerp
Difr
Suburban Talks on Elm Street Improvement Debated
Addisonville city officials consider Elm Street enhancement plans amid concerns a proposed pavement and grading may overrun property lines. City Surveyor W. B. Kemper backs the project as the cleanest for the county. The board urges delaying new streets until current ones are passable.
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Earl AtLof
Pial
Madisonville
W. B. Kemper
City Saveyor
Hag Eg
Hamilies
Periz ScarBoroves
Sidney Stearns
Ee Little
Temperance Union
Inter
Peabody and Winton Place
Local Social Roundup and Civic Happenings
Visitors from Knoxville accompanied by Dr Albers call on Mr Fraser. Knights Templars Grand Lodge delegates from Cleveland attend the Triennial Conclave. Oakley seeks enterprise as Cincinnati suburb grows. Mount Lookout serenade honors local girls. A velocipede belonging to Mr W B McCooras’s son was stolen recently.
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Cupid
Dr. Albers
Knoxville
Tennessee
Fraser
Hox
Bos Fraser
Knights Templars
Cleveland
Cr. Barnes
Oakley
Cincinnati
Mount Lookout
W. BR. McCooras
Des Moines Crash on C E and P Railway Kills Many
Details from the east branch of Four mile Creek accident cite an initial death toll estimate from ten to fifty. Eleven occupants of a sleeping car perished, with sixteen killed confirmed later and twelve named, including Mrs Emma Babcock and Wm Cummings. Rescuers report seven Barnum's men among the dead as work continues.
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Des Moines
C. E
E. and P
Bernum
Lou. Hersberg
H. H. Jones
Ruthsburg
I. J
Wm. Cummings
Emma Babcock
Rock Island
Lil
Barnum
F. B. Baker
J. H. Breeze
A. Mack
G. Rockwell
C. Thompson
J. Purcell
J. K. Bolt
Mr. Bolt
Boone
Iowa
Cause of the Accident at DesMoines Bridge
DesMoines area report details a bridge washout causing an 4 am crash. Wounded include A J Patricks conductor severely burned Mary Hoff Norwalk Iowa injured, others lightly hurt. Fireman credited with miraculous escape.
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DesMouxes
W. Y. Humes
Des’Moines
A. J. Patricks
D. A. Stebbins
Panther Creek
Iowa
Ferguson
Andalusia
Illingois
J. L. Graham
Des’ Moines
L . Spencer
Lathrop
James Browning
St. Louie
Satie County
Lil
M. Harrington
Washington
Dennis Shannon
Iowa City
Mary Hoff
Norwalk
C. Follette Mouve
Ben, Frack
Monmouth Park Track Race Result Noted
The report records a Monmouth Park base race result with Rhyl finishing second and Deigaan tied for a place. particulars are partial due to OCR errors but core placements are indicated.
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Monmouth Park
Ct .Rhyl
Deigaan
Third Dispatch Reveals More Bodies From Wreck
An old man named J. B. Ferguson is recovered among several bodies in the wrecked car. Rescue teams raise the car top with ropes and pulleys as more corpses are loaded for shipment to Des Moines. Water was over 20 feet deep and survivors are treated at Altoona. No names available yet.
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J. 8. Ferguson
Dev’ Moines
Altoona
Knights Prize Drill At Cleveland Fair Delayed Decision
At Cleveland fair on August 29 a large crowd watched the Knights drill event. The Louis Battalion’s entry was debated and a decision was expected tonight. Weather remained fine as spectators gathered.
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Cleveland
Louis
Governors Visit to Philadelphia Exhibition Grounds
Visiting Governors with reception committee and guests toured the Exhibition Grounds in Philadelphia. John H. Morton, president of the Permanent Exhibition Company, and President Simon of the Exhibition Association welcomed them. Governor Axtell of New Mexico attended. After lunch the group was escorted through the buildings.
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Philadelphia
Exhibition Grounds
John 8
Morton
Permanent Exhibition Company
Simon
Axtell
New Mexico
Death of Secretary Stanton's Son in Washington
Washington mourns as E. J. Stanton, son of the late See Santee, dies this morning after ablaines. The report notes his death follows illness and marks a blow to Secretary Stanton's family.
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Stanton
WashinaTon
E. J. Stanton
See Santee
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