Gettysburg 50th anniversary of war’s two armies reunion
Gettysburg Pa on June 29 marked the semi centennial of the Civil War battle. Veterans in blue and gray arrived by train and carriage to relive the clash and display brotherhood as crowds swarmed the town. Thousands camped in tents while veterans traveled from Shenandoah by rail and road, enduring heat and fatigue without complaint. Continued on Page 7 Column 4.
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Count Tisza New Hungarian Premier Named Leader
The text describes Count Tisza becoming Hungary's new prime minister and forming a cabinet. It notes he is expected to proceed cautiously through parliament while facing opposition from the previous minister and aims to stabilize the government amid international interest.
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Hungary
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United States
Indiana Sweltering Heat Eases as Cool Wave Nears
Washington June 28 A Weather Bureau bulletin predicts the extreme heat will break in the Plains by Tuesday with a cool front moving eastward. Forecasters say temperatures will moderate in the Plains during several days while east of the Mississippi will remain warm then cool by midweek. rain and thunderstorms are expected to move across the central states as the cold front advances.
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Heat Wave Grips IndianaCities With Prostrations And Fatalities
A scorching Indiana heat wave drives temperatures above 100 degrees in multiple cities, prompting prostrations and officials to urge rest. Edward Cobb dies on a street in Gary after heat exposure as Vincennes reports 160 degrees, Valparaiso hits 101, and ministers urge cooling measures amid the extreme conditions.
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Forty Die From Heat in Chicago
Chicago reports by June 2 that a severe five day heat wave has claimed about forty lives. Police record additional fatalities today as the city endures record temperatures with emergency measures in place.
Weather forecast for several states with variable winds
Weather summary reports warmer conditions in the north on Monday with possible thunder showers, followed by cooler risk in the south. Michigan and Indiana show continued warmth on Monday, with Tuesday bringing possible local showers and thunder, and generally south winds. Kentucky expects warm to hot days Monday and Tuesday with thunder showers and possible cooling Tuesday.
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Michigan
Vgitt South Wings
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Fort Wayne Turners Win Prize at Bundes Turnfest
The Fort Wayne Turners captured third prize at the Bundes Turnfest in the city, while George Wetheruss claimed first in the hundred yard dash amid a brief tie among competitors. Henry Meyers noted the team's long training—anticipated return to Fort Wayne tonight or early Tuesday morning.
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Fort Wayne
George Wetheruss
Henry Meyers
Fifteen Year Old Boy Breaks Jail at Mainfield Facility
Denis Deutschman a fifteen year old inmate held for transport to the boys reform school at Mainfield escapes during a door drill before dawn. He climbed to a roof then used a rope to descend, with deputies reporting little challenge in breaking from the housing tier. Authorities aim to recapture him and reinstate supervision as the boy’s guardians seek safer confinement and reform.
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Gladieux
Vets Gather at Gettysburg Fifty Year Civil War Anniversary
Thousands of veterans from the North and South gathered at Gettysburg for the fiftieth anniversary. An immense tented camp sprawled across acres as the field of Gettysburg hosted reunions. Old comrades, including generals Wagner and Beath, met again after decades, with troops nearby and Army regulars assisting.
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Gelissburg
United States
Congress seeks plan to minimize its expenditures
Washington discloses a debate over cutting federal outlays as Democratic lawmakers argue for restrained appropriations. The piece notes resistance to the Sheeley plan and discusses proposed reforms to curb waste, including committee spending limits and targeted funding. The article signals ongoing partisan contention and previews further coverage.
Senate plan to delay cotton futures and tax changes
Washington June 29 Pont ponement of the date on which the sugar schedule and income tax changes take effect were agreed by Majority members of the ad hoc group. Provisions to extend sugar tariff timing and a stamp tax on cotton futures were considered. debate touched on Payne Aldrich tariff implications and repeal plans for past acts. The article notes further continuation on page 14 column 4.
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Rear Admiral George Brown Dies After Prolonged Illness
Indianapolis obituary notes Rear Admiral George Brown retired at age seventy, a 46 year Navy veteran. He attended the United States Naval Academy from Indiana, commanded a vessel on the Mississippi River, fought near Fort Fisher, participated in Mobile Bay actions, and served as commandant of the North Naval Yard in 1885 1895.
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Miss Pankhurst Calls For Imprisoning Ministers In London
June 20 in London Miss Sylvia Pankhurst, daughter of Emmeline Pankhurst, led a protest intending to imprison cabinet members at Downing Street. The attempt failed as police clashed with marchers including dockers and women from the Women’s Boat and Political League, with injuries and arrests reported.
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Huma
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Reanahen
Boel and Politlent Union
Ea Pollu
Oreak
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Wenner
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Toth
Ten Drown In Ferry Disaster On Kish Creek River
Ten passengers perish when a Kish Creek river ferry overturned near Lerdburg Pennsylvania Saturday night. Eight bodies recovered. two more expected before Monday. Names released include Michael Iconodos and Michael Milno among six others.
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Juna
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Michael Iconodos
Michael Milno
Charles Thonto
Elmar Laratmer
William Eckman
Clarence Sytewar
Mers Weaver
Jefferson Davis
New Witness to Disclose an A of Lobbying
Washington report details a subpoena served on Martin M. Mulhall of Baltimore, identified as a longtime field agent for the National Association of Manufacturers. The disclosure comes as Overman’s committee probes lobbying efforts and alleged influence over Congress.
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New York World
Chicago’ Tribune
M. Milhall
Train wreck kills Louisville Nashville crew near Covington
Two Louisville Nashville train crew members died and another was seriously injured when southbound No. 33 collided with a cow near Covington, Kentucky. The engine derailed and dragged for yards, killing the engineer and fireman. The wreck halted the Cincinnati to Atlanta service after the collision and subsequent derailment.
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Loulevile
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Covington
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Allanta
General strike averted in New River coal fields report
Charleston dispatch says talks among Governor Hatfield coal operators and miners have speculated a general strike in the New River coal fields employing 15 000 to 25 000 workers was avoided. Official sanction exists by the United Mine Workers for a general strike on Paint Creek and Cabin Creek where rioting and bloodshed occurred in 1912 and 1913.
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Hatfield
United Mine Workers
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Cabin Creek
Crowds at Port Wayne parks and transit hubs surge
Fort Wayne with heavy crowds at parks and pleasure resorts as thousands visit driving parks and depots. Rail and traction services report record or near record ticket sales with special rates. crowds flood streets and transfer corners while heat persists with temperatures near 94 degrees and high humidity.
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Robison
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Lake Shore
Indiana
Michigan
Fort Wayne
Northern Indiana Traction Company
Fort Wayne Falke
Nickel Plate
Two Leading Physicians Managing Hygienic Congress
Dr. Rossell Park of Buffalo and Dr. Thorng A. Storey of the College of the City of New York lead arrangements for the fourth international congress of school hygiene. Surgeons who attended President McKinley in his visit to Dr. Storey help organize the event with experts from around the world and nearly every state. The congress is billed as a major yearly event attracting attention in Europe and beyond.
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