Dreyfus Trial Hearings Add to Hostile Witnesses
Rennes Aug 21 The third week of the Dreyfus court martial opened with five witnesses hostile to Dreyfus and no fresh evidence. Gribelin’s testimony was cross examined by Deminge, who exposed gaps in his claims linking Esterhazy to Demimonde intrigues. Dreyfus appeared steadier, but Col Jourist’s partial conduct sparked audience boos before the court adjourned. Some demonstrators tied to Sebastian Faure lead were reportedly bold.
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Rennes
Dreyfus
M. Labori
Lycee
M. Gribelin
Demimondaines
Gribelin
Dreyfusards
Major Louth
Col. Piequart
M. Deminge
DeClam
Henry
Esterhazy
Tunek
Gonse
Junck
Jouaust
Disturbance in Paris Linked to Faure Meeting
The Herald reports Sebastian Faure as a mild anarchist who pivoted toward revision. It suggests Faure and socialist leaders summoned followers to counter the Rue de Chabrol siege, while noting anti Semite fears and limited personal involvement in propaganda by deed. The exact causes remain unclear but imply a planned, quiet dispersion after platonic resolutions.
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New York
Paris
Sebastian Faure
Vaillant
Chamber of Deputies
Faure
Jeaders
Rue de Chabrol
Japan’s Religious Law Wins Governmental Control
Seattle dispatch reports Japan’s new law placing all faiths under local governor authority. Churches must obtain permits to build or hold meetings and reveal pastor details. Applicants must provide building plans, location data, religion, maintenance method, and preacher qualifications. If a temple is not completed on time, the permit becomes void.
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Chicago
Times-Herald
Seattle
Wash
Japan
Plot to Escape at Fort Sheridan Guard House
Chicago Aug 21 A prison escape plot at Fort Sheridan guard house surfaced after authorities found a magazine key with a prisoner and confiscated razors knives powder and cartridges. Bars in the guard house window were sawed and leaders suspect the abortive plan hinged on freeing the 42 prisoners. the guard sergeant and Sentinel Stake were arrested with suspected noninvolvement or negligence.
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Chicago
Fort Sheridan
H. D. Boughton
Fifth Artillery
Macoch
Miller
Sentinel Stake
Admiral Dewey on Cavite Fate and Philippines Gloom
London dispatch reports Admiral Dewey in Naples praising the Cavite battle as pivotal in favoring the United States while noting Spanish ships were fought well. He expresses deep concern for the Philippines, saying insurgents must submit to law after longstanding island anarchy and insurrection.
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New York
London
London Daily News
Admiral Dewey
Naples
Dewey
Cavite
Philippines
Autonomy for Filipinos Seen as Just Solution
The admiral argues the Philippines can govern themselves and urges self government as the fairest way to end insurrection and bring prosperity. He favors autonomy first, then potential annexation, noting blockade and internal unrest as reasons for change. He stresses he opposes violence toward Filipinos.
Stone Cutters Strike At Montana Building Co
Special to Inter Mountain Helena August 21 The Montana Building Company stone cutters struck after 24 refused to work and demands to reinstate three discharged men. They also called for the firing of foreman Hamilton but were refused. Other trades remained at work. The contractor plans to hire replacements and had been paying union wages. The strike is not expected to last long.
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Inter Mountain
Helena
Montana Building Company
Alate Capitol
Sons
Hamilton
Sosa
Foreign Wheat Yield Report From Europe
A London dispatch to the Herald notes dull wheat markets in the past week with limited buyer attendance and restrained purchases despite favorable crop reports. France Germany and Russia show variable yields with ongoing harvest progress, prices low, and shippers cautious awaiting western market stabilization.
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Herald
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England
France
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Thussia
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Bessarabia
Bishop Koleski Makes Will For Independent Church
Chicago August 21 The Record saga reports Bishop Anthony Koleski head of the independent church movement declares his will naming his church as sole heir. He cites threats from religious fanatics and attacks including stones chiles and a club, saying his life is in danger but he is unfazed and anticipates no legal dispute over property.
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Chicago
All Saints’ Church
Anthony Koleski
Independent Church
Americans Driven Out of Atlin Country
Claus Sehnetlein, just back from the Atlin district in Alaska, reports that American miners Henry Rogers, Petr Migert, Carl Hennein, and Thomas Maloney were forced to abandon their claims and leave within 24 hours. He says persecution has grown, with Utes and others in constant danger, and plans to present grievances to federal authorities in Washington.
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Portland
Claus Sehnetlein
Atlin
Alaska
Sehnetlein
Henry Rogers
Petr Migert
Carl Hennein
Thomas Maloney
Avin
Washiilon
Sehnestein
Goures
Quiet unrest in Paris over Guerin affair riots
Paris August reports indicate 60 plus injured including several police amid clashes around the Garde detalee and Boulevard de Magenta. Riot dispersal involved Republican guards, 26 arrests, and fears of pro-Dreyfus sentiment shaping outcomes.
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Garde Dé l'Aete
St. Joseph's Church
Boulevard de Magenta
Rue de Chambroul
Tarrge
Guerrilles
Republican Guards
Guerin
Journal du Peuple
Sebastian Faure
Nonarchists
Dreyfus
Ommil
Tesu
Anareliete
Prefecture of Police
Theor Bundred
Florpitals
Bee Des Commissaries
Situation Grows Dire as Paris Press Backs Government
Paris papers on August 21 react to the previous day’s events with a consensus that the situation is grave. Conservative and nationalist outlets condemn the government for alleged overreach while religious and liberal editors call for defense of the republic against hidden machinations.
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Paris
Elty
Fraternal Congress Opens Thirteenth Session in Chicago
The thirteenth annual Fraternal Congress opened at the Auditorium Hotel with a medical session and planned general and press meetings. Delegates from 47 fraternal insurance organizations, totaling 2,282,283 members, aim to unify methods, establish statistics, set insurance rates, and push a reserve fund across all fraternal bodies.
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Auditorium Hotel
General Sabe
Lwadiie Minds ii
Fratherniy Society Insurance
United States
Fraternal Insurance Organizatins
Chicago
Baltimore
Bnnessy Silk Special Sale Offers Deep Yard Discounts
There is such a thing as having too much of a good thing. We have too many high grade silks and new styles to carry, so we close out quickly. Several thousand yards must go to make room for new fall stocks. Three lots offered with prices at $1.00 and $1.50 per yard, featuring striped and corded taffetas, black silks, brocades, and Bengalines.
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New York
Big Cut in Fine Cut Glass Basement Bazaar Sale
A basement sale offers clearance on Fancy China Lamps Glassware and House Furnishings with price cuts one fourth to one half. Six bargain tables feature French china cups saucers plates trays and lamps at notably reduced prices. Sale ends Wednesday night prompting early purchases by housekeepers seeking savings.
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