The Dreyfus Mystery Explains Traitors Behind Frame
A historic memorandum reveals Esterhazy and Henry forged the bordereau to frame Captain Dreyfus, the sole Jewish officer on the general staff. Confessions trace the scheme to German attachés and military figures, suggesting motive in political conspiracy against a vulnerable, isolated officer.
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Dreyfus
Horderenu
Pordereau
Esterhazy
Henry
London Times
Times Volidies
General Staff
Bureau of Military Information
Watter
Esterhagzy
Vincennes
Msterhagy
London
Carriere
Unus
Hotal
Tealtops
Esterhugy
Oncv
Royalizia
Trigues Aimed at Overthrow of French Republic
The text cites plots and schemes by ambitious men to overthrow the republic of France. It argues that such deviltries are best carried out openly, amid public pressure for liberty for a man whose persecutions have stirred strong support in his favor.
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Republic of France
The Philippine War and American Resolve in the Philippines
The piece argues that after Dewey’s victory in Manila harbor the United States has fought well against insurgents amid heavy odds. It emphasizes the true danger and heroism found in malaria and hardship, not in battle, and asserts the war’s purpose is to educate and civilize, not seek bloodshed, aiming for a peaceful, progressive governance.
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Manila
Dewey
Philippines
Otis
Eabhleudk Caesar
War Department of Washington
Boys In Blue
Aguinaldo
Assanzins
America
Pension Roll Shows Decline in 1898 99 Pensions and Payments
A report from the bensux bureau details 1898 99 pension figures. On June 30 last year 93 714 names were on the rolls, 43 000 dropped by death and 8 841 by remarriage, while 2 001 new claims were allowed leaving 91 519 pensions. Expenditures fell from 141 651 000 in 1897 OS to 145 253 000 in 1895 99, with expectations of further reductions as dependent act reforms take effect and prior pension levels shrink toward lower annual totals.
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Bensux Bureau
Dancing Masters Convene In Massachusetts City
A convention of dancing masters will soon be led in a Massachusetts city. The report notes varied dance styles and critiques, while a broader column mentions Dreyfus trial developments and weather across states. Includes brief items on Miss Ellen Terry, Sara Bernhardt study, and Samuel Morse Patton as a railroad executive candidate.
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Massachusetts
Napoleons of Finance Expose Petty Bible Swindle Tale
A famed detective recalls petty swindlers who would outshine large schemes in small details. In Chicago a book agent sold Bibles on installments, using fake names to pocket eight dollars per book. A repentant con artist sought to reform by promising to return the balance under threat of jail.
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Chicago
Illinois
Dolar
Youngeiow
Bible Salesman Scams End in City Tragedy
A Cincinnati youth posing as a Bible seller exploited buyers for cash and cigars. He swindled a widow by selling a blank book for $11 and reselling the Bible, while a mother’s chicken theft scheme exposed a boy’s fraudulent schemes and hinted at a likely penitentiary fate or failed future.
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Napoleon
Finance
Cincinnati
Elas
Freddy
Freddy Ed
Woman Patents Fan and Umbrella Combined
A woman has patented a combined fan and umbrella with a hollow handle and screw knob. The fan attaches to the screw knob and can be closed and slipped into the handle when not in use.
Excursion to Salt Lake for $15 from Butte
The Short Line offers a $15 round trip from Butte and Anaconda to Salt Lake for August 19th 1399. Tickets valid on the 3:45 am or 4:45 pm trains, returnable within ten days. Sleeping accommodations reserved via No. 19 East Broadway, Butte. General Agent H. O. Wilson promotes the Salt Palace opening and Midway Plaisance attractions.
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Utah
Salt Palace
Midway Plaisance
Butte
Anaconda
Salt Lake
Ezat Broadway
H. O. Wilson
Yellowstone Park Excursions Promote Tickets By Bozeman Firm
W. T. Boardman of Bozeman sells Yellowstone park excursions and camping trips. Visit Room 12 at 25 West Granite Street for tickets and information from Thresher and Lucan's excursions, veteran camping specialists.
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Yellowstone Park
Thresher & Lucan
Bozeman
W. T. Boardman
West
Granite Street
Dillon welcomes farewell to Rev Cattermole after three years
In Dillon on August 18 1899 a large Methodist Episcopal gathering held a farewell for Rev B Cattermole and family at the church lecture room. Music recitations and refreshments marked the evening as residents wish him well for his new assignment in Anaconda. Rev Robert Smith will lead the Dillon charge and is praised as an able conference member.
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Methodial Episcopal Church
B. Cattermole
Cattermole
Methodist Episcopal Church
Dillon
Methodist Church
Anaconda
Robert Smith
CIA
Dillon Charge
Hey. Smith
Evening Vaudeville by Butte Talent at Opera House
A continuous vaudeville and specialty performance by Butte theatrical talent with curtain at 8 30 p m. An augmented orchestra will accompany the show. Tickets are one dollar each and exchangeable at the opera house for reserved seats and may be purchased at Newbro s drug store.
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Butte
Opera House
Newbro
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Inter Mountain Publishing CO
M. A. Berger
Butte City, Mont
Silver Bow County
Dreyfus Mystery
Rennes
Dreyfus Wit
Middle
Northwest
Montana
New Jersey
China
Ellen ‘Terry
Hanuet
Sara Bernhardt
Normandy
England
Hainler
Alsaces Lorraine
Alsace-Lorraine
Samuel Morse Patton
Chicago & Alton Railroad
Chester Creek
Panhandle
New York & New England
Nynano
Erie
Cincinnati, New Orleans
Texas Pacific
Petty Swindlers
Dillon News
Mildred Sanders
Mildred
the Edinger
Owen Carrigan
Alaska
Dawson City
Dillon Fair and Racing Association
T. W. Poindexter
Helena
City
Charles Perry
Ar‘genta
T. J. Mulaney
Milwaukee
Wis
Diljon
Elza Smith
Phil Lovell
G.T. Paul
Holbrook's
Grand Opera House
Associated Charities
Ceretana
Western Wagon & Grain. Incorporated Co. Incorporated
Arizona
the Evening Paper
Binghamton
N. Y
Herald
Rinehart
San Francisco
West Park St
Schatzlein Paint CO
W. Broadway
Lee Mantle
Chas. Schatglein
Fayette Harrington
Charles R. Leonard
A. B. Clements
F. Aug, Heinze
Henry Mueller
Frank W. Haskins
James H. Monteith
Raab
State Savings Bank
John A. Creighton
G. W. Stapleton
T. M. Hodgeins
Cashier
Bells Exchange
United States
Europe
General Banking
J. A. Creighton
Omaha
GW. Stapleton
A. H. Barret
E.D. Leavitt
8. V. Kemper
T. M. Hodgens
Main and
Park Sts., Butte
AAA
W. A. Clark
J. Ross Clark
W. A. Clark & Bro
Clark & Larabie
Alex J, Johnson
Peete
First National Bank
DRA
Marcus Daly
Sara
M. Donahoe
Marcus Daly & CO
Bell Exchange
Joseph ¥. Long
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