Dreyfus Kept Guilty by Rennes Court Martial Verdict
In Rennes on September 9 Captain Alfred Dreyfus of the artillery was found guilty of treason by a court martial, with a 5 to 2 vote. He received a ten year confinement sentence and showed no emotion as he heard the verdict. The audience dispersed quietly as the decision was announced, and Dreyfus was to be sent to Fort Corte in Corsica.
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Rennes
Devil’s Island
Alfred Dreyfus
Artillery
Dreyfus
Lycee
L’armee
Jouaust
Court of Cassation
M. Coupois
Fort Corte
Corsica
Captain Dreyfus
M. Demange
Major Carriere
Mathieu
M Demange
Labori
London
Esterhazy
Evening News
Mercier
Dreyfus Court Martial Opens Final Session
Rennes September 9 The Dreyfus court martial opened at 7 30 am with heavy security and searches for concealed arms inside the Lycee. A large but orderly crowd watched as M Demange resumed his defense amid a solemn atmosphere and a fatigued, ill prisoner.
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Rennes
Dreyfus
Lycee
Rennes Quiet After Dreyfus Trial Activity Eases
In Rennes on September 11 calm rules as troops and gendarmes leave the town. Journalists depart after the trial period as cafes empty and the Lycee resembles a barracks no longer. Madame Dreyfus visits her husband in prison and he smokes a pipe, showing improved spirits.
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Rennes
Lycee
Sentiment Fearfully Affects Franco American Treaty
Officials warn that growing opposition may influence the Franco American treaty's fate in the Senate. The belief is that public sentiment against the injustice has grown, potentially turning the tide against the agreement which has not proven popular.
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Senate
Berlin Industry Considers Boycott of Paris Exhibition
Rumor says a committee of leading German manufacturers is being formed to prevent Germany from participating in the Paris Exposition of 1900, news from Berlin dated September 11.
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Berlin
Appeal to McKinley for Dreyfus pardon
James A Garfield lodge No 37 of the Order of the Western Star directs Secretary Herzfeld to notify grand lodges to unite in appealing President McKinley for a pardon of Captain Dreyfus. The order has 6000 members and a unanimous vote is expected.
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Chicago
James A.garfield
Order of the Western Star
Herzfeld
Order
McKinley
Dreyfus
Plead for Pacification in Dreyfus Case
Paris editors urge reopening of peace in France after the Dreyfus verdict. Temps says judges may have granted Dreyfus the benefit of the doubt through extenuating circumstances and a presidential pardon could end the current divisions.
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Paris
Dreyfus
Temps
France
The
Jones Defends Candidacy In Nonpartisan Reform Call
Toledo Ohio September 9 Mayor Jones issues address The Duty of the Hour arguing the time is ripe for a new program of reason over revenge and love over hate He critiques party machines and urges direct nomination by petition to empower voters and enable direct legislation amid a looming stand-off in Ohio campaigns.
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Toledo
Ohio
Jones
Demonstration in front of French consulate at Budapest
A crowd of several hundred gathered outside the French consulate in Budapest on September 11. Police dispersed the demonstrators and blocked access to the consulate to prevent further unrest.
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Buda-Pesth
Esterhazy Comments on Dreyfus Verdict
London report quotes Esterhazy praising the court martial verdict as just and stating Dreyfus will likely be freed after a prearranged farce. He claims government understanding shaped the sentence and notes Dreyfus could seek a half reduction. Afternoon papers condemn the verdict and system.
May defeat the treaty Dreyfus verdict discussed
Washington dispatch notes strong support for Dreyfus amid criticism yet officials seek restraint. The case draws broad attention in official quarters as sentiment appears in favor of Dreyfus, with observers predicting political repercussions and nationwide interest.
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Washington
Dreyfus
Rebels Assault Santa Rita and Nearby Towns
A force of 450 rebels with one cannon attacked Santa Rita early this morning and bands of about sixty men attacked Guagua and San Antonio. All assaults were repulsed with no American losses. Colonel Bell's unit captured a rebel captain, a lieutenant and six prisoners after engaging two minor patrols. A visitor reports Iloilo lawyer Victoriano Mapa has joined the rebels. Santa Barbara residents fled the rebel HQ fearing a bombardment by the Oregon.
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Manila
Santa Rita
Guagua
San Antonio
Bell
Visayas Islands
Victoriano Mapa
Iloilo
Santa Barbara
Panay
Oregon
Censor blocks dispatch on MacArthur division illnesses
Dispatch from Manila via Hongkong reports that censor prohibits telegraphing surgeon findings on General MacArthur's division. It states 36 percent of officers and 25 1/6 percent of enlisted men are sick, including those in quarters and sent home, with 11 percent of quarantined enlisted men largely afflicted by dysentery and malarial fevers.
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Manila
Hongkong
MacArthur
Navy to participate in campaign with army in Philippines
General Otis to frame a plan of campaign for the dry season that will permit fullest participation of the naval forces in the Philippines. Naval officers have long wished to co operate but were restrained from interfering with military plans. Ships may capture insurgent ports and hold them to open Luzon railroad. Cavite marines could relieve soldiers and free marines for other operations.
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Washington
Otis
Philippines
Luzon
Cavite
Mayo Robbed in Logansport Case
Dr W R Mayo of this city visited Logansport to attend patients regularly and stayed at the Murdoch hotel with Carl Howell. Friday Mayo learned of the acquaintance and by Saturday morning Howell left abruptly. Mayo reported a $102 robbery to the clerk and police arrested Howell who denied the theft. On his person was $1 25 and it was shown he borrowed a dollar fifty. Preliminary examination set for today.
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W. R. Mayo
Logansport
Carl Howell
Murdock
Howell
Dr Schrader Returns From Chicago After Operation
Dr Schrader has returned from Chicago where he underwent an operation at Mercy Hospital. The report notes the procedure and his condition following the visit.
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Dr. Schrader
Chicago
Schell Exonerated by Indiana Methodist Probe
Frankfort Indiana September report from a ministers committee appointed by Bishop Hurst clears General Secretary Schell of the Epworth League of charges raised by Dr Charles Parkhurst Zion Herald. The conference adopted a resolution denouncing the Zion Herald editor for further agitation after Epworth League board found no action needed.
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Schell
Epworth League
Zion Herald
Concussion of the Brain At Swinney Park
John H. Brecheisen of 62 East Williams street suffered a severe head injury in Swinney park when his bicycle struck a guard stone and he hit his head. He was taken to St Joseph hospital with brain concussion. He rallied briefly but remained unconscious and critical, with his doctor hopeful for recovery.
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John H. Brecheisen
East Williams Street
Swinney Park
Mr. Brecheisen
St. Joseph Hospital
C. B. Stemen
Fractured Skull for Local Farmer in Barn Accident
Barney Orstman, 68, farmer near Arcola, fell through a loft hole while pitching hay in his barn on Sunday. He suffered a fractured skull, dislocated shoulder, and two broken ribs. he was treated at home by Dr C B Stemen and is listed as improving, with guarded but hopeful prospects for recovery.
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Barney Orstman
Arcola
C. B. Stemen
Orstman
Statue to Be Blessed at Kendallville
Rev. Father Noll to bless a Sacred Heart Statue next Sunday morning in Kendallville in a secluded spot. The event will be religious in tone and not a picnic, with Fort Wayne friends invited. The second Grand Rapids and Indiana excursion train will wait until 8 o'clock Masses end so attendees may first attend church at home.
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Father Noll
Kendallville
Fort Wayne
Grand Rapids and Indiana
Horse Injured Crossing Rail at Calhoun Street
A fine driving horse owned by Thomas Telly was badly injured Sunday evening when it stepped into an unguarded space left by railroad workers at the crossing on Calhoun Street. The pony was thrown to the pavement in a serious accident.
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Thomas Telly
Pennsylvania Railroad
Calhoun Street
Post Office at Thurman Discontinued
The Thurman post office in Big County has been discontinued and mail formerly sent there is now delivered at Geogilein.
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Thurman
Big County
Thas
Geogilein
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Leatherman
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