Moraytus trial opens with tense testimony and denial
Emily Crawford reports from New York that the Moraytus trial began with a dramatic scene as the defendant Crawford denies all charges while eminent witnesses prepare to testify. The ancient capital Whittany appears unmoved, contrasting with the charged atmosphere of the courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford
Sime
New York
Emily Crawford
Associated Press
Mennes
Moraytus
Whittany
Dreyfus
Mathieu Dreyfus
Dreyfus Trial Opens Amid Army Estrangement
Colonel Picquart faces a hostile reception from many officers as Dreyfus appears in a stiff new uniform. The courtroom scene shows tense exchanges, with Dreyfus denying all charges as the court convenes and votes to meet behind closed doors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casimir Perier
Picquart
Army
Opening of the Great Trial Dreyfus Faces Charges
Report describes the trial room with vaulted roof and tablets, Colonel Jouaust presiding as court opens at 7. Judge, defense counsel, and the accused Dreyfus appear in uniformed ceremony. Dreyfus, nervous yet composed, answers questions as the indictment from 1894 is read. the proceedings test his restraint and dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jouaust
Engineer Corps
Brongniart
School of Artilery
de Breon
Merle
Parfait
Beauvais
Seventh Artillery
Dreyfus
Coonel Jouaust
Ronan
Ain
Dreyus
Wall
Fle
M.s Quesnay
de Beaurepaire
Corrected List of Those Killed at Bridgeport Mt Desert Horror
Bridgeport Aug 8 Twenty nine people died in the trolley wreck at Oronoque Sunday and three of the dozen injured remain in serious condition. The coroner’s jury found the structure sound but guard rails too low. Motorman George Hamilton was arrested for manslaughter and a corrected victim list names many Bridgeport Stratford Milford Ansonia and other towns including two unidentified bodies and Bar Harbor Mount Desert ferry victims Miss Lewis Hampden Mo and Mrs Marjorie Mower California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Conn
Oronoque
George Hamilton
John Carroll
Arthur Holmes
Joseph Rugells
Stratford
Joseph Hotchkiss
O. B. Wells
Frank Ballou
William
Bar Harbor
Mount Desert Ferry
Miss Lewis
Hampden
Marjorie Mower
California
Secret Marriage Sparks Divorce Battle in Illinois
Warren Illinois August 8 details emerge in the Stanton Carlton romance. A counter suit and spousal divorce plea gain momentum. Carlton once hid the union, then his feelings shifted toward a Colorado Springs woman. Carlton’s wife reveals her real name and hires a leading Illinois divorce attorney planning a cross bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
Carlton
Colorado Springs
Colo
Illinois
Mormon calls on Candler over Jasper mobbing
Benjamin E. Rich, president of the Southern States Mormon mission based in Chattanooga, met Governor Candler in Atlanta to discuss the Jasper county elders mob incident. Rich did not seek protection or state investigation, but explained the church’s mission and doctrine, noting local unrest stems from misunderstandings about the elders’ work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Benjamin E. Rich
Southern States
The
Mormon Church
Chattanooga
Candler
Jasper County
Rich
Georgia
Rebels Retake Cape Melville Light Housed By Rebels
Admiral Watson at Manila reports the navy rebuilt the Cape Melville light house on Balabac Island on July 11 after rebels held it. A landing party drove them off, killed two, captured seven. One killed was the chief. No own casualties.
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Washington
Admiral Watson
Manila
Cape Melville
Balabac Island
Discharged conductors for union joining in Chattanooga
Fifteen conductors and moremen of the Chattanooga Electric Street Railway were discharged for refusing to withdraw from the union. A general union meeting was called and an effort planned to urge a boycott of the road. In Barbourville Kentucky a jury found James Baker not guilty of Wilson Howard's murder amid general handshaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga, Tenn
Chattanooga Electric Street Railway Company
Baker
Barbourville
James Baker
Wilson Howard
Goebel Leads Kentucky Democrats Campaign Launch
Louisville Ky Aug 8 The Democratic ticket headed by William Goebel for governor opened its campaign yesterday with meetings in a dozen or more principal towns across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Louisville
William Goebel
Great Canal Project on Deep Waterways Feasibility
Detroit Aug 8 Chairman George S Wisner and Colonel Charles W Raymond of the Deep Waterways commission arrived from Sault Ste Marie where they studied costs for a larger lock and deepening St Marys River. They will include estimates in a report for the War Department and Congress. Wisner said practicability is clear and the report is due by January, but cost guesses are avoided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
George S. Wisner
Charles W. Raymond
Deep Waterways Commission
Sault Ste. Marie
St. Mary’s River
War Department
Congress
Raymond
Philadelphia
Lakes
Atlantic Ocean
Wisner
Associated Press
Northwest
Atlantic
Oswego-Mohawk
St. Lawrence-Champlain
Commission
Labor Party Organizing In New York Unionists Meet
In New York on August 8 211 delegates from 105 labor organizations gathered at Clarendon hall to consider forming a permanent labor political party. William J. O'Brien was elected chairman with T. M. Daly as vice chairman Ernest Bohm secretary Patrick McCarthy treasurer and Richard Coaney sergeant at arms as Joseph Barondess urged immediate organization and action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Central Federated Union
Clarendon Hall
Samuel Prince
John 8
Henry
Joseph Barondess
Tailors
Tammany Hall
Eugene V. Debs
William J. O'Brien
Board of Walking Delegates
The
Granite Cutters’ Union
T. M. Daly
Ernest Bohm
Patrick McCarthy
Richard Coaney
Hud son Receives 16 Percent Assessment for Bank Creditors
Detroit Third National Bank receiver J I Hudson reports the comptroller of the currency ordered a further 16 percent assessment on capital stock. The total assessments reach 100 percent or $300,000 and total dividends to creditors amount to 60 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Third National Bank
Mich
J. I. Hudson
Times reporter cites Transvaal reply on Chamberlain inquiry
London dispatch notes the Transvaal is expected to reply that accepting Mr. Chamberlain's proposed inquiry would conflict with the London convention on non interference in internal affairs. It adds that any friendly suggestion will be considered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pretoria
the Times
Jessie Bartlett Davis Quits the BosTonian stage
Jessie Bartlett Davis, famed contralto of the Bostonian chorus, will quit the organization and is believed to retire from the stage. Governor Tanner's stenographer Julia O Connell wed Otto Koenig in New York on July 30 at Grace Episcopal Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessie Bartlett Davis
Chicago
Bostonians
Tanner
Springfield
Ills
Grace Episcopal Church
New York City
JuHa O'Connell
Otto Koenig
New York
Not Very Pathetic A Boston visit to Gopp's Hill burying ground
An Ohio woman touring Boston recalls a moment at Gopp's Hill cemetery. She steps on a grave with an iron cover and reads three initials, wondering if a sad omen or simply BB. W. W. stands for Boston Water Works, prompting a pause in the historic experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Boston
Gopp’s Hill
BB. W. W
Boston Water Works
Boston Transcript
Four hourglasses in London church relics
In London Tit-Bits, the British and Foreign Sailors' church on Ratcliff Highway preserves four hourglasses. These pulpit relics are kept in perfect condition and fixed together in a solid brass framework, a unique arrangement among ecclesiastical offices.
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London
Ratcliff Highway
Bethesda Pure Water Claim and Endorsements
Bethesda Mineral Spring Water is described as pure sparkling and refreshing with medicinal powers. It is said to cure Bright's Disease and various kidney diseases, endorsed by physicians and trusted by thousands. Sold in sealed half gallon bottles by Write-A. M. Jones, President, Bethesda Mineral Spring Co., Waukesha Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethesda
Bright
A. M. Jones
Bethesda Mineral Spring Co
Waukesha
Wis
British Navy Docks Kept With Stone Structures
The British navy controls at least 62 docks for ships, 61 stone and one wooden. All wooden US docks require extensive repairs, and replacement with stone is only a matter of time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Foley Kidney Cure Endorsed With Satisfaction Guarantee
An advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Cure is a safe remedy for kidney trouble with money back guarantee. The text notes an expert linking stage fright to a disordered stomach and suggests a controlled diet and regular habits for those facing public appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YooUsuz
Foley
H. J. Moogk
W. F.jungkunz
When You Ride Your Wheel Allen's Foot-Ease Pitch
An advert touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder for cyclists. It claims feet stay cool, sweat reduced, and endurance increases tenfold. It cites over one million users and a cure for ingrowing nails, with 26 cents at druggists and shoe stores and sample offers by mail from Allen S. Olmstead in Le Roy New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Allen S. Olm
Sted
le Roy
N. Y
Race Meeting at Nutwood Driving Park in Dubuque
The Nutwood Driving Park Club in Dubuque Iowa hosts a race meeting from August 28 to September 2 with Chicago Great Western Railway offering a round trip fare from all lines. Purses and famed horses promise a memorable event with tickets on sale August 27 and return valid September 4. Inquiries via Chicago Great Western agents or F H Lord at 113 Adams St Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nutwood Driving Park Club
Dubuque
Iowa
Chicago
Chicago Great Western Ry
Chicago Great Western
F. H. Lord
Adams St
Florida
Southern Railway
Miami
East Coast
Tampa
West Coast
Key West
Havana
Nassau
Santiago
San Juan
West India
Cincinnati
New Orleans
W. A. Becklear
N. P.A
Adams Street
W. C. Rinearson
More Trouble With Canada Over Seized Vessels
Port Townsend Aug 8 Revenue officers seized several Canadian fishing vessels near Point Roberts and Blaine for landing nets in American waters and not complying with customs laws. The British embassy demanded their release, while U S Counsel Smith at Victoria heads to Point Roberts and Blaine for a full investigation and report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Revenue Omcers
Port ‘Townsend
Wash
Revenue Launch Guard
Point Roberts
Blaine
American
Washington
United States
Smith
Victoria
Department
Lynch Riot at Poe Mills Greenville SC Aug 8
A race riot at Poe cotton mills near Greenville South Carolina left one white and five negroes wounded. Tension rose as armed whites pursued rioters after a supposed lynching. Separately in Eau Claire Wisconsin the street railway strike reduced cars. operations to resume with wage agreement of 15 cents hourly for ten hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville
9. C
Poe Cotton Mills
Greenberg
Ben Odom
Eau Claire
Wis
Chippewa Falls
Prohibitionists nominate ticket in Indianapolis election
In Indianapolis on August 8 the Prohibitionists convened to nominate a ticket for the October election. They condemned Mayor Taggart for allowing saloons to violate Sunday law, permitting baseball on Sunday, and not enforcing gambling laws. Ward and citywide council candidates were chosen, with mayoral candidate Felix C. McWhirter, city clerk A. J. Shiel, and police judge Benjamin F. Watson among those nominated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Taggart
Felix C. McWhirter
A. J. Shiel
Benjamin Ff, Watson
Illinois Editor Married in Springfield Ceremony
Lewis H. Miner editor of the Missouri State Journal wed Miss Georgia May Watson at 9 30 this morning in Springfield at the bride’s mother’s home Rev D F Howe pastor of the First M E Church officiated The groom is editor of the Missouri State Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Springfield
Lewis H. Miner
Georgia May Watson
Charles G. Watson
D. F. Howe
M. E
Miner
Mllipois State Journal
Body Torn by Wolves Near New Laredo
The badly mutilated body of Rev. Viccinto J. Rubin said to be the son of a New York millionaire was found four miles south of New Laredo, Texas. He had married Miss Dunlap of a prominent Atlanta family. The body had been torn by wolves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Tex
Viccinto J. Rubin
New York
New Laredo
Mex
Fle
Dunlap
Atlanta, Ga
Chicago Markets Report Grain and Live Stock Prices Today
Quotations on wheat corn oats pork lard short ribs and live stock traded across Chicago board of trade and Milwaukee. Wheat and corn moved with narrow ranges while oats held around nineteen percent. Hog and cattle prices showed broad ranges with receipts noted for the day and multiple grade distinctions. Prices for butter eggs and produce listed with regional variation and per unit figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Board of Trade
Springs
Chicago
Texas
Milwaukee Grain
L A W Excursion to Boston from Chicago on Nickel Plate
Nickel Plate Road offers round trip excursion tickets Chicago to Boston and return for trains August 11 and 12 at 19 dollars. Tickets valid for return by August 31 if deposited with Fitchburg R R agent in Boston. Sleeping car accommodations should be secured early. General Agent contact 111 Adams St Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Nickel Plate Road
Chicago
Fitchburg R. R
Adams St
Cheap Rates to the South for Homeseekers and Settlers
On the first and third Tuesdays of each month through October, Southern Railway offers cheap one way and round trip tickets to Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Homeseekers pay one fare plus $2 for the round trip, tickets valid twenty one days from sale. Rates aim to attract prospectors to the Southeastern territory. for details contact Wx HH Taynog, A. G. P. A., Louisville, Ky, J. C. Beau, Jr, N. W. P. A., 80 Adams St., Chicago, Ills. 6-8dwtf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Railway
Tennessee
Mississippi
Alabama
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Florida
Southeastern
United States
Taynog
Louisville
J. C. Beau, Jr
N. W
Adams St
Chicago, Ils
Cheap house offer in Lichtenberger's addition
Real estate ad urging buyers to purchase a lot in Lichtenberger's addition with easy payments low interest and long terms. Contact Liehtenser Ger Bros for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lichtenberger
Liehtenser- Ger Bros
Wheelmen Excursion to Boston by Nickel Plate Route
Wheelmen’s excursion to Boston and return via Nickel Plate Road priced at 19 dollars for the round trip. Sale dates August 11th and 12th with return by August 31st at the initial point. Tickets deposited with Boston Agent Fitchburg Railroad. Two through vestibuled trains daily to Boston from Chicago depot Van Buren Street and Pacific Avenue on the Loop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Nickel Plate Road
Fitchburg R. R
Chicago
van Buren Street
Pacific
War Album and Reduced Western Travel Fares Promoted
The notice advertises Spanish American War Panorams and Greater America as a sought after war book, detailing scenes from Cuba to Havana with prominent officers and Red Cross heroines. Also promoted are limited edition travel tickets via C M & St P railways with reduced round trip rates to western points, valid August to September with agent J B Swern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater
America
Red Cross
Havana
Santiago
Uncle Sam
United States
Canada
Mexico
Warren J. Lynon
Cincinnati
Ohio
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Thim
Zola
Lycee
Sohmme
Labor Party Organizing
Guarnia
Chicago Grain and Produce
Milwaukee
Pullman
Jacksonville
Queen & Crescent
F.C. & P. Railway
Tavass
W. O. Rinearson
National Mioonlé Company
Oregon
Union Pacific and
North-Western Line
Chicago & North-Western Railway
Great Northern
Northern Pacific Railways
J.B. Swern
Septemober
C. M. & St Pony
J. B. Sweart
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