Dawson Klondike News Review of Idleness and Loss
Over 20,000 idle men content in Dawson as mining slows and weather stalls operations. Seventeen prospectors drowned, several boats sunk, and outfits damaged. Ships Monarch Sovereign and Tesahe bring few passengers, with Alaska routes disrupted by ice and storms. Post arrives from Unalaska detailing lost Columbia Exploring Company members and Rev Weber party. Mining in Klondike halts until colder weather, while Dawson crowds grow. Ontario and San Francisco reports touch finance, taxation, and political notes amid Yukon crisis.
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Townsend Wash
Alaska
Dawson City
Dawson
Joseph Barrett
Seattle
Owimdust Barrett
Sporting House
Div
Monarch
Sovereign
St Michael
Ier
Etsy
Joseph Gloschl
Portland
Danson
Jakes
White Horse
Onay
Condion Itas
Mbler
Thera Suth
Miller
Boata
Shannon
Willis Thorpe
Staite
Klondike
Mer
San Francisco
Alaska Commercial Comany
Unalaska
Columbia Exploring Coropany
R Weber
Vorassin
Kuskhomn
Weber
Amen Lalerie
Ur Tixer
Natyves
Bismarck Death Sparks Mixed Public Reaction Across Germany
Reports from Hamburg to Dresden detail royal and public responses to Prince Bismarck’s death. Emperor William II praises the chancellor while opponents note silent mourning and tensions within the Bismarck family. Public ceremonies outline memorials planned in Stuttgart Hamburg and other cities as Germany contemplates the lasting impact of Bismarck’s leadership.
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Assocated Press
Beriin
Pemce Bumuck
Irmee
Bismearel
Germany
Img Tu
Primece
Hohenlohe
Begas
Stulplo
Leise
Herbert
Usmmehs
Saxe Wemnar
Hesse
Okiubu
Herbert Wied
Slohenlohe
Terens
Tierbert
Eyuntermandin
Inchart
Princ
Associated
Tres Hal
Fireren
Lismaichs
Mederwald
Stuttgart
Hambur
Prince Bismarck
Sachsenwald
Breslau
Dresden
Leipsig
Leignite
Clergy Protection Under American Commanders Cited in Manila
A report notes that the Archbishop of Wimla has been ordered to place clergy and church personnel under American protection in Manila and the Philippines. Insurgents reportedly target Catholic clergy, spurred by ties to Spanish authorities, while noncombatants may receive safeguards on similar terms.
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Mania Washt Glon
T In
Wimla
Hemeh
Manila
Philippines
Immune Troops Receive Terms for Peace and Disbandment
An Associated Press style summary notes negotiations with Spain, terms for a peace treaty, and a forthcoming formal peace and ratification process. It describes demobilization plans, reorganization of U S forces, discharge of seriously wounded, retention of temporarily disabled, and care provisions for troops awaiting shipment home. It reports on controlling the island, repatriation of garrisons, and anticipated troop distributions after armistice.
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Washington
Spain
Peter
Uns
United States
Cenral
Sintige
Bacsy Agiant
Comes
Protat
Carcic
Neef
Red Court
Suicide at lodging house on M Street in Sacramento
A young man from Portland named J Thomas, who arrived two weeks ago, committed suicide by turning on gas in his room at a lodging house on 005 M Street. He planned to start a grocery business, left a note citing financial distress and ill health, provided for funeral expenses, and left $19 to cover landlady’s use of the gas.
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Sacramento
J Thomas
Portland
Oregon
M Street
Oakland Defeats Stockton in Exhibition Game
Oakland defeats Stockton in an exhibition 8 to 1. Poor management and fielding marred the contest with occasional good plays by both teams.
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Oakland
Stockton
San Francisco
Trade Review Indicates Slow Recovery Amid War Delays
A dull market summary notes war delays, large contracts, and cautious demand across industries. Farmers hold wheat for higher prices while exports, iron and steel, and textiles show mixed activity, with steady to rising prices offset by drought and fluctuating supply chains.
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Vileys
Pri
Ming
Pillsburs Steel
Concen
Chicago
Prince Edward Island
Mexico
Arn
United States
Canada
Unclear text fragment about eight hours leave for ANSAF party
A garbled report notes eight hours leave for a group including Cervera and son departing from Baltimore for Annapolis by Norfolk steamer. They were accompanied by a Boston Catholic priest and others. Leave granted appears limited to 48 hours.
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Ansaf Otis
Cervera
Tonnapolis
Baltimore
Stermey
Boston
Sar
Paroled Cervera Visits Old Comrades in New York Hospital
The former Spanish admiral Cervera, paroled after the battle of Santis harbor, visited fellow prisoners and former comrades at the New York Naval Hospital. Captains and officers, including Lieutenant Commander Brower, greeted him as rain fell, marking their first reunion since the clash and injuries. The visit unfolded amid emotion as families and sailors shared quiet moments, with Admiral Glehorne seen nearby and expected to stay several days.
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New York Naval Hospital
New York
Dyenin
Norfolk
Vic
Adonril
Jieutenant Célyara
Annapolis Vere
Hey
Vester
Aviv
Broweret
Hopital
Santis Harbor
Vizcaya
Volunteers depart for Honolulu from Camp Voller at Presidio
August 5, volunteers marching from Camp Voller at the Presidio, along with engineers and battalion units, depart toward vessels awaiting at the harbor. The contingent includes enlisted men and women, with units from Denocr Sut Lil Portland and San Prancixe, and companies 1F ML, under Mayor Chase, preparing to sail tomorrow.
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Honolulu
SN Prancisco
Chase
Tomerroy
Spun Ansiaus for Perce LARS Wisu t s-the Veadnd
The telegraph correspondent reports there is no danger of uprisings in Spun. He notes individuals unwilling to act, though deeply deploring the necessity of such actions.
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Lars
Slemps
Russian Ambition and Persian Gulf Port Claim
London dispatch reports the Czar seeks a port on the Persian Gulf as a major power objective. Curzon and others note Britain’s two thirds shi be trade in the Gulf underlines strategic stakes. The government press indicates strong interest and caution about Russian expansion.
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Persian Gulf
London
Agust
House of Commons
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Vo Carson
Calaveras Republicans Name Delegates to Conventions
Calaveras County Republican rules select delegates at a San Andreas meeting. Delegates named include Gellenwics Peek Mokelwune Hill D Beker Valley Springs Peter Johnson Angels Camp Wf McLeod Murphys C W Getchell San Andrew Inige Vor Solinsky San Antes C D Tontina Coppeiopolis George Stielde Angels Camp for state congressional and district conventions.
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San Andreas U.ust
Mit
Peek Mokelwune
Beker Valley Springs
Peter Johnson Angels Camp
McLeod Murphys
Getchell San Andrew
Inige
Solinsky San Antes
Tontiina Coppeiopolis
George /Stielde Angels
Divvy Up the Offices SACKAVMELN Meeting Remains Confused
The central committee met to select delegates for the coming convention on the lth. The aim was to gain advantage for the royalists and avers to prevent Conservative gains. Delegates were urged to consolidate positions ahead of the vote.
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Sackavmeln
Dem
Wy Covention
Arly West
Adolph Sutro Dead in San Francisco Home
Adolph Sutro died this morning at his home in San Francisco. He was born in An Ta Chuelle and came to this country in 18. He gained world wide fame as the promoter of the Comstrekch Tunnel, which made him a millionaire. His cattle were valued at about 4 million dollars. Presidential appointments listed include TM Pegistyt CE the land ofder at San Lumenes and Sain F Runt, with various official posts noted.
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Adolph Sutro
San Trancisco
van Migsenue
Coinert
Comstrekch
Washington
Todas
San Lumenes
Robus Woness
San Trands
Honolulu
San Eparcisco
Orls Takme
Charles Nelson
New South Reguments
Engineer Corps
Vey
Alg Oelock
Gus
Tacoma
Manile
Nelson
Wales Plans Visit to United States and Canada This Summer
A foreign delegation from Wales will visit the United States and Canada later this summer to discuss bilateral ties and cultural exchanges. The officials emphasize responsible quarters and potential joint ventures to strengthen cooperation between nations.
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Wales
United States
Illinois Infantry Sent to Santiago de Cuba
Governor Tinner released a war department telegram stating the Eighth Illinois Infantry Colored has been ordered to Santiago de Cuba to relieve the First Illinois Infantry, which will be moved to Long Island.
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Santiago
Sppingii
Wis
Tinner
War Department
Eighth Illinois Infantry
Santiago de Cuba
Illnois
Long Island
Lineman Fatally Electrocuted by Live Wire
A lineman employed by a local Electric Company was killed after being shocked by a live wire. The incident occurred in the afternoon as he was handling a charged line, leaving no immediate cause determined pending investigation.
Nomination of Hon RoC Dale for Assemblyman
A report notes the nomination of Hon RoC Dale for Assemblyman amid a 1599 legislative session list. The fragment mentions ballots and assembly roster details, reflecting a nomination process within the assembly context.
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Dale
Balerseilidust
Nttun
Roc Dale
Theatrical notes on American success and London shows
The report reviews American stage triumphs and British productions, noting Jed actors like Holmes and Doyle, and London theaters adapting melodrama and music hall acts. It highlights audience reception, cross Atlantic influence, and upcoming seasons with details on key performers and venues.
Cousin of Gladstone Dies in Marshall Missouri Home
A cousin of the late Gladstone of England, Mr Steele, is dying at his home in Marshall Missouri where he has lived twelve years. He leaves two daughters, and another daughter, Mrs Predmue G Jours of Stini county, plus a wife. Stele was born in Scotland July 70 181% and came to America as a youth. A list of other brief items follows from Vancouver and Washington territory, including a note on codlin moth damage and a separate obituary notice for General Poland.
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Shevket Holmes
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Leslie Cirfers
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George 1 Sims
Julie Neilson
Fred Levy
Mrexanda
Crigle
John Olive Stobbs
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mMiterrenott Americins
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Marshall Mo
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Predmue G Jours
Stini County
Themainn
Fulard
Homerit
Vo Steele Wis
Scotland
Mceriia
Troops for Manila and new expedition to Sask
A fragmentary report recalls military movements toward Manila and a forthcoming expedition to Saskatoon within ten days. Mentions ships, a large fleet, and potential landings as tensions rise over Philippine and Pacific theater actions.
Murder Mystery In Village Home Trail Of Knife
A reported murder in South River village unfolds with Mrs Johnsen found dead and husband Lord Phere missing, a knife and evidence pointing to Mrs Johnsen’s possible motive and alleged suicide attempt. Neighbors discover a stairway scene as an upstairs body is found and police begin evidence gathering. The case centers on a claimed motive involving marital strife and a cut knife handle found near the scene. The account also notes a broader World War context with Shafter camp preparations near New York. However the fragmentary text limits full clarity on dates and names.
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Mies
Charles Kohansen Vindman
Caristint Ines Ycirs
Phere
Yohnsen
GOLD STOLEN PROMPTS LARGE STRANDING CRISIS
August 6 Leucanan steamer arrived from St Michaels with twelve passengers reporting no gold aboard. Passengers describe dire conditions and extreme distress as thousands are stranded awaiting government relief. Companies allegedly control landing spaces at SS Michaels causing further delays. Yukon navigation worsens, signaling urgent government action.
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St Michaels Skelion
Ilel
Exlios Witc Wiehers
SS Michaels
Yukon
Territorial Expansion at Missouri Convention In August
The upcoming Democratic state convention in Missouri on August 10 at Springfield will decide on territorial expansion. Governor Stone is seen as a leading expansionist, while the state administration and majority of Missouri’s congressmen oppose the policy.
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Sprimfield
New York
Paticular
East
Stone
Missouri
Stockton woman fined for immoral medical advertisements
Mrs A Clement of Stockton was sentenced by U S district Judge DeHaven to pay a 200 fine or be starved in Alameda county jail until paid. She has no money or property and will be released after thirty days. Her offense was the distribution of immoral medical advertisements.
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San Francisco
A Clement
Stockton
United States
DeHaven
Alameda Counry
Clements
Complaints and Regret From War News Dispatches
A fragmented wartime report recounts criticism and gratitude toward medical relief efforts. It notes mismanagement, the Red Cross, surgeon work, and calls for better supply, with references to Sampson, Teva, and hospital arrangements amid ongoing battles and public donations.
Inauguration Touches Utah Political Debate
A letter from Litt Senator M Jen, chair of the national committee, to United States Marshal G Alitier discusses a plan to unite Democratic and Republican factions in Utah. The note urges Republicans to align with the national platform, highlighting potential implications for party unity and campaigning. The writer promises further word next week.
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SAT Pta Seugust
M Jen
United States
Varshat
Indore
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