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President McKinley lauded the Tenth Pennsylvania volunteers at Pillsboro on their return from the Philippines. He praised their devotion and sacrifice, noted the nation’s gratitude, saluted the regiments that stayed on duty, and honored the fallen colonel while stressing the victory and duty of American arms amid the postwar arrangements with Spain. The speech highlighted the volunteers’ role in Dewey’s victory and the extended reach of American liberty.
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Pillsboro
Tenth Pensylvania Regiment of Volunteers
McKinley
Gov. Stone
Pennsylvania
Golden Gate
Pacific
Dewey
United States
Cuba
Porto Kuco
Philippines
Eighth Army Corps
Spain
Senate
Tech
Louisiana Purchase
Texas
Alaska
American Senate
Porto Rico
Tropics
Fuer
Terenty
Diversity of Opinion on Preystmoeter-Mercier Incident
A Rennes dispatch to the Times notes wide divergence in French papers about the Preystmoeter-Mercier case. An Paris cabinet meeting reportedly discussed yesterday’s incident, but no government action is expected to precipitate affairs. Demange says he has no plan to summon five other 1894 court martial members.
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New York
the Times
Rennes
Paris
Court Martiai
Mercier
Freystmeter
M. Demange
Ambushes Reported in Cebu Four Soldiers Killed
Dispatch from Otis dated Aug 28 reports four soldiers ambushed and killed south of Cebu city. Robber bands of Negros are scattered and many return to sugar plantations. Armed Tagals on the island were punished, aiding potential civil government under military supervision. Panay and Cebu show little change. Withdrawals of volunteers and regulars under last year's order 40 hinder active campaigning, with reinforcements anticipated.
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Washington
Otis
Hughes
Hailo
Cebu
Panay
Miner Killed in Rock Fall at Chestnut Mine
Special to the Inter Mountain reports a rock fall at the Johnson and McCarthy vent mine in Chestnut ten miles west of Livingston. John Flyvin, about 25 and unmarried, died instantly. He led a Kalirhta of Pythias lodge in Livingston. burial will follow under the lodge’s guidance. Flynt formerly lived in Minnesota where relatives reside. This marks the fifth accidental death in Park County in the past week.
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Inter Mountain
Livingston
Johnson & McCarthy
Chestnut
John Flyvin
Flynt
Pythias
Minne
Payk County
Revolutionists Win in Cuba Cable Resignations
New York dated Aug 28 reports Andrian Grulton, Santo Dominican revolutionists’ envoy in the U S, resigns. The cablegram from Santiago de Cuba dated Aug 27 notes revolutionary capital government changes and mentions representatives at Santo Domingo and Santo Domingo area.
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New York
Andrian Grulton
Santiago de Cuba
Aury Lamarche
Sesto Denisa
Proclaims Independence in New World Commonwealth
Aug 28 diary notes from New York describe the proclamation of independence of the new commonwealth. Luis Arina, a Spaniard, is organizing the administration as the proclaimed government sets up its early structure and leadership.
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New York
New Commonwealth
Luis Arina
Inferno At Sparkhill Orphanage Kills Several Children
Fire at the Sparkhill orphanage near Nyack and Orangeburg destroys a three story frame building housing about 1000 children. Dozens injured and at least six killed as sisters and staff evacuate and heroic efforts save many while kerosene lamps and an interior blaze fuel the flames. Rushed aid and hospital work follow as authorities assess the chaos and losses.
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New York
Nyack
S J. Anne's
Sparkhill
Orange County
George A. Martine
Mazeppa Engine Company
Piedmont
Empire Engine Company
Sisters of Mercy
New Jersey Northern Road
Sparks JH
Orangeburg
St. Ignatiua
Bourkhil
Rockland County
Nears Eet
Jane
Theresa Murphy
Berthul
Wis
Marly
Cathepride
Rescus
Sing Wonderful
Siater
Enong
Fire destroys home. 25 children injured at Blauvelt convent
Most children were sent to the Gerry society and police magistrates. All children and sisters, as well as the wounded, are being cared for at Blauvelt convent two miles from the scene. About 25 children sustained injuries, none fatal per doctors. The fire is believed incendiary. property loss estimated at $100,000.
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Gerry Society
Siaters
Blauvelt Convent
The Pope Seeks Peace Talks Over Philippine War
The Pope desires peace between the United States and the Philippines and plans to open negotiations via Catholic regulation of the Philippines. He expressed horror at the recent events, asked about Admiral Dewey and his health, and sent a benediction through Rev. Father Reamy on the Olympia.
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New York
Rome
Hila
Philippines
Father Reamy
Olympia
United States
Dewey
Phippines
Admiral Dewey
Father Rosing
Capetown Reply to British Offer on Transvaal Deal
Capetown Ang 28 The reply to the latest proposal from the British secretary of state for the colonies Chamberlain states that the government of Transvaal has notified him it adheres to the latest offer and will not make further changes.
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Capetown
Ang
Tary
Chamberlain
Transvaal
Eian
Seizure attempt over Korea palace by exiled royal figure
Victoria reports the Tacoma carried news of a failed bid by Wang Pulsuo to reclaim the Korean throne. He returned to Seoul on May 2 and proclaimed himself rightful king but was arrested and judged insane by court physicians. He was freed then rearrested by Liuly Mo and condemned to be passed between authorities.
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Victoria
B.C
Tacoma
Korea
Mene
Wang Pulsuo
Seoul
Royal Palace
Ade
Lauly Mo
Tethrom
Robbers Accounted For In Alameda Treasure Case
San Francisco police declare two men linked to the Alameda treasure room raid are identified. One, Jack Casey, is in custody and says Jimmie Welly died. Casey traveled from El Paso, Texas, and was arrested Saturday night after meeting Friday. He claims no knowledge of further crimes connected to the Alameda incident.
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San Francisco
Alameda
Jack Casey
Jimmie Welly
Casey
EL Paso
Texas
Town Burned in Michigan. Twenty-One Buildings Lost
A Reading Michigan dispatch reports a town fire that destroyed twenty one buildings on Saturday. No loss of life occurred but several residents were injured while fighting the flames. Estimated damage runs to about $60,000.
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Chiia
Reading
Mich
Jose
Troop Return Arrives With State Delegations
Aug 28 report says volunteers from Wyoming Idaho and North Dakota are returning from the Philippines aboard a transport. They will be met by large delegations outside the Golden Gate by the tug Governor Markham and the steamship General McDowell.
Judges and leaders meet in Buffalo briefing session
Prominent figures from American and international circles gathered in Buffalo in the aldermanic chamber, welcomed by local and state bar association leaders. Rex Mandeyson of Nebraska spoke in the absence of President Choate, delivering the keynote address as acting president.
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Buffalo
Amazonai
Ccopnell
Shemuan
Rogers
Bar Associaion
Walter 5. Logan
State Bar Association
Choate
Court of St. James
Rex Mandeyson
Nebraska
P Dent
Deadwood
Gulden Reward Company
Saint Etienne
Couchard
Hautecroix
Tailoring Department Introduces New Stock Rooms and Spaces
Nine months after moving into a new building the Tailoring Department announces expansion with a second floor addition. The company highlights improvements for Tailoring and Stenery departments, inviting visitors to view the back section and new stock suitable for emergencies and growth.
Tailor Shop Ad Promises Fine Garments and Satisfaction
Our Imported Suitings West of England Cloths Bliss Chipping Norton Tweeds French and English Trouserings Boatch Tweeds and Cheviots Melions Montenacs and other high grade fabrics are shown in great variety We will make and finish all garments in the finest tailoring We guarantee a perfect fit and satisfaction If you believe a new broom sweeps clean place your order and we will do the rest Try us and see what we can do for you.
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West of England
Norton
The Seasons Newest Styles in Carpets and Rugs
A colorful ad touts Montana showrooms with the largest varied assortment of floor coverings. It highlights Indian, Turkish, and Persian rugs and draperies, names many styles and regions, and promotes comfortable room displays and exotic pieces alongside Navajo blankets and teakwood furniture.
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Baku
Daghestan
Tiflis
Sultanabad
Bilky K
Dabistan
Moussoull
Bokhara
Iran
Karabaugh
Hammdun
Gorgian
Cachemir
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Waltham Movement
J. H. Leyson
Modern Jewelry House
N. Main Street
Vive Adlake and
Wizzard
Finlen-Medin Drug CO
Rapa A
Babcock & CO
Chi
Cago
Harrington
the Hatters
California
Colorado
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Minnesota
Montana
North Dakota
Nevada
Oregon
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Wyoming
Eighth Corps
Manila Bay
New York Orphan Asylum
Kruger
Hennessy’s
Tailoring
Heauvais Axminster
Bagdad Wilton
Selkirk Wilton
Royal Smyrna
Bundhaar Wilton
Jacquard Axminster
Mheville
Arlington Axminster
Bigelow's
Imperial
Baxony Axminster
Hennessy's
Butte, Montana
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