Commercial gloom and steel trade surge in August
Immense business in iron and steel drives activity as August reports show mixed shifts. Production slips due to furnace shutdowns but demand for finished products expands with large orders and rising prices for bars beams and pig iron. Shipments of boots and shoes rise, leather costs ease, and wheat exports mix with overall mercantile optimism ahead of fall trade.
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G Dun & Co
Uearly
Virginia
ming brides Ud + canal
Chungo
Chidago
United Stites
Im Canada
York
Resent
Peiwe
West Uch
St Tams
Pacific Coast
California
Baltimore
Wheat exports and prices show mixed Dominion trade trends
The report highlights weekly grain shipments with soy totals and year comparisons, noting exports of wheat since July 1 totaling 21 900 666 bushels versus 24 439 240 last year. It mentions Canada’s trade remaining quiet, expectations of record wheat yields, and price movements with some declines in the salmon market and rail travel activity noted in Alaska.
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British Columbia
Russian Spy Arrested at Jaroslav near Prems
An alleged Russian spy, a baron and former Austrian army officer who resigned his commission, was arrested at Jaroslav near Prem s. The prisoner reportedly entered Russian service in secret, causing a national sensation.
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Arested Mpma
Jaroslav
Prem+s
Russia
Sonoma Populists Convene in Santa Rosa Nominees Tied
August 10 report from Sonoma County notes the Populist convention in Santa Rosa endorsing state convention nominees. The proceedings indicate key county nominees and alignment with the broader party slate, with shared support across local delegates.
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Sonoma
Santa Rosa
Sonoma County
Indersed Ag
Sea County
Tichel Wis
Guatemala Turmoil Spreads as Morates Forges Rebel Band
In Guatemala recent upheavals culminated with Morates assembling a sizable band near the Mexican border and seizing coffee stock to build breastworks. His raids extended to the harbor area with fires and a $1990 levy on U S officials. Morates fled to Mexico after being spotted by Prospero Wattles, while political shifts in the region promise new calm according to South American officials.
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Washington
Morates
State Department
Guatemala
Ocos
United States
Spain
United
Puitish
Morres
Mexico
Warren
Ceberra
Montes
Morales
Shafters Pay and Mission Amid Turmoil in August
Fragmentary report describes pay and deployment steps for Shafters in August. Mentions Mayer suiffen and Sid Lugo, with references to a place of payment, conversion to a remaining General Shiftersemy effort, and travel from Santiago Point as operations commence.
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Mayer Suiffen
Sid Lugo
Sammy
Santiagas
Wentiak
Last of Camp Merritt to be Removed from Richmond District
The last of Camp Merritt in the Richmond district will be razed as soldiers relocate to other quarters. Within days the site will be cleared and restored to its original condition.
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Camp Merritt
San
Richmond District
Joys of Bull Fighting near Madrid Reported Injuries
A dispatch from London reports four people were injured in a series of bullfights at Vieaivaro, a village four miles from Madrid, on Monday. The event drew spectators and prompted brief coverage in the Tymes.
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London
Waidrid
Tymes Sigs Tt
Vieaivaro
Madrid
Spinish Stlesman Dies in Cabinet Turmoil
The death announces Count Aiquina minister of culture and commerce and of public works in the cabinet of Senor Bradley. The notice records his passing on August 19 at his home, with tributes to his leadership and public service.
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Spinish Stlesman
Count Aiquina
Ubte
Senor 1
Turman Bradley
Timingson
Sim Redex
Spain and the Philippines Amid Dewey Sanction Claims
Berlin reports claim Admiral Dewey sanctioned Governor Augustin’s departure amid tensions with Germany and Spain. London dispatches note British interests favor keeping the islands Spanish. further reports detail Carlist arrests and notes on plans for a Cuban commission while U.S. troops are ordered home and regiments mustered out as war progresses.
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Berlin
Vail Sass
Admiral Dewey
Augustis
Germany
Amelia London
Daily Telegraph
Borneo
Philippine Islands
Laslands
London
Daily
Maal
Biarritz
Cala Tbe
Porto Racin
Luti
Amd
Postmaster General suspends Spain era communications
Washington August 1 Post master General Smith announced a wartime order to discontinue communications with Spain and colonies. Mail to Philippine trains Cuba and Puerto Rico remains under United States authority or domestic postage rules. other mail to these places will follow new postage rates.
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Washington
Smith
Hig
Spain
Wig Tob
Inaal
Lo Pers
Statas
Philippine
Cuba
Portolico
United States
Oslase Tates
Unreasonable claims on Cuba compensation and ports
From San Francisco August 19 the Chamber of Commerce and the Manufacturers and Producers Association report to a national conference on future US foreign policy at Saratoga. They urge the government to retain conquered territory and to back the Nicaragua canal project.
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SAN Lranciblo
San Linneisco Chamber of Commerce
Isouation
Calfortia
National Conference On
United States
Saratoga
Nicara
Ut Cmal
Private John Fallon Arrested in Mail Robbery Case
Private John Fallon of the Third Infantry Regiment USA was arrested today for robbing a United States mail letter. The alleged theft involved $18 from a letter written by Private Womm Gurton of Company D First Nebraska Volunteery and attempting to cash it at a sudon camp, Merritt.
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SN Lrangisco
John Fallon
Third Infantry Regiment
USA
United States
Wo MM Gurton
Tirst
Nebraska
Sudon Rea
Merrtt
Reciprocity With Spain in Madrid Interview Gist
The Duly Mails correspondent in Madrid reports Senor Sa gost outlines an interview similar to El Literal that the current mission will pursue treaties. Spanish goods would gain advantages in Cuba and Porto Rico in exchange for similar American advantages in Italy and elsewhere.
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Spain
Tondon
Madrid
Senor Sagost
Simlar
el Literal
Cuba
Torte Rico
Hilborn Not a Candidate For County Convention
The Republican county committee sets the county convention for September with the primary election in September. The party will hold the convention at a time and place to be announced. Metcuris nomination appears assured, Hilborn’s name will not be presented.
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Hilborn
Publian County
Temore
Metcuris
Guatemala Revolution Ends with General Morales Death
Washington reports a Cu bic dispatch from Minister Hunter in Guatemala details the death of General Morales, leader of the revolution. Moroiles retreated to Cuchumatanes, was surrounded, captured in a cave after days without food, and died en route to San Sebastian. The collapse ends the uprising and preserves order, with authorities saving coffee and property from destruction.
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Guatemala
Morales
Washington
State Department
Hunter
Ocos
Forcs
Captan Peg
Dejected Troopers Fear Not Sent to Manila
San Francisco August 1 The Seventh California regiment will move from Camp Merritt to the Presidio once suitable ground for their camp is mapped. A dejected mood spreads through the expeditionary forces as soldiers await General Ver mitt to call for more troops while mustering out proceeds. The sick list at the division field hospital shows 29 cases this morning with critical pneumonia and typhoid fever raising concern, and typhoid fever appears epidemic among regular troops. Twenty two men of the Tennessee regiment are recommended for discharge due to physical disability.
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San Francisco
Seventh California
Camp Merritt
Presidio
Sur
Vermitt
Moe
Division Field
Tennessee Regiment
No More Troops for Santiago Text Fragment
A garbled August note cites a decision after consulting General Lawton about withdrawing troops from Santiago. It mentions 5000? and a plan to redeploy forces, with unclear dates and actions due to damaged text.
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Santiago
Washington
Ceneral Lawten
Porto Rico Crisis Sparks Market, Stirs Public Fear
August unrest hits San Juan Rico as mobs deter attacks on faith and race. authorities push to resolve a contested port zoning as ships delay entering the harbor. Resignations ripple through the administration while coastal towns fear制.
No Dntangling Allinces Washington War Note
A scrambled Washington dispatch notes Ambassador Hay’s mission judged fit for state duties, with no official policy on the Chinese question. Pro, commercial interests, and anti alliance language suggest U.S. aims to continue protectionism and independent policy without formal joint undertakings.
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Washington
Hay
Mit
United States
Pis
Cuban Steamship Service Reopens to Cuba
The Hamburg American Steamship Company announces the immediate cutoff of the steamer service to Cuba from New York, affecting daily passenger and cargo routes and disrupting ongoing trade and travel plans.
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Tiresuguet 19
Asencan Steamship Company
Cuba
We of New York
New York Cheers Returning Fleet After Naval Parade
In New York a vast display greeted the victorious fleet under Admiral Sampson as ships from battleships to tugs steamed past crowds on shore and water. Spectators cheered from Staten Island and Governor’s Island while gun salutes marked the parade from launch to flagship.
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New York
Sampson
Hghlands
Nini
Ser
James Wardsworth
Fan
Fet
Wos
Ipprerchti
Sim
Captam
Layla Bysolion
Cruser
Teun
Sehler
Mort Wadsworth
Stiten Island War
Licmo
Lomplas Ville
Tevas
Pintip Te Pilote
Fexas
Fomplans Ville
Darth
St Paul
Ichor
Wadsworth
Nurows
Fompkinsville
Lexus
Governor 5
Iskind
Tompkinsyile
Vicergas
Jonas Wat
Plans Delayed for Hawaiian Annexation Ceremony
Fragmented report recounts tensions over the 1898 U S annexation of Hawaii with officials debating timing for a formal ceremony. The event, initially planned as an official showcase, faced delays, protests, and shifting arrangements as administrators, ministers, and local leaders weigh sovereignty, celebrations, and future government setup amid press scrutiny.
Protest Resolved By Hawaiians In Wartime Address
A historically garbled text fragment shows a group in Hawaii voicing solemn protest and addressing authorities. It references a large body of Hawaiians and a formal address to political leaders, with mentions of transport, San Francisco, and an official count or session.
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Litiane
Hawawat
Honora
Francisco
Sampson Anil Schley Ordered to Report to Washington
Sampson Anil Schley is ordered to report to Washington as part of a forthcoming movement involving naval commands and preparations in New York City and the Atlantic fleet. The dispatch notes timing for arrival, fleet movements, and related tribute events, with references to the U S Navy and monitors of the voyage toward the Philippines.
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Washington
Ahr
New York City
Sintago
New York
Monterey
Philippines
Important Suit Over Trust and Alimony Demands
The plaintiff, leadingpacker of San Francisco, sues Harold Courtenay in an accounting suit alleging a deed of trust held $50000 in bonds for Courtenay’s daughter Isabel and ongoing monthly income of 2500, with 17000 already paid. Courtenay separated from his wife in 1893, she later became insane and is an asylum inmate. The plaintiff seeks continued income and accounting, noting a 7.09 excess payment.
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Markop
Phoeni Rhroid Company
Allivont
Wis Courtenas
Courtenay
Bie
Patterson
New York
Quadian
Convicted Fraudster Seeks Mild Climate Prison Move
An inmate in United States district court pleaded guilty to an elaborate defraud scheme against two Losmooles residents. He received about three months in county jail but requested transfer to San Diego for a milder climate near family. Judge DeHaven ordered the transfer assignment to proceed.
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SAN Trangisco
Vurett
EL Hamilton
Losmooles
United States District Court
Doug
DeHaven Sn
Manila Cable Repair Ship En Route To Restore Line
A cable repair ship is en route to the point of cutting to restore the Manila cable line. Expected arrival Monday aims to connect the cable within a few hours after arrival, with dual Dewar hoped to have picked up the end, though not confirmed. The line is presently useless to Admiral Dewey.
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London
Ugwet
Mamir
FC Ac
Ci Lures Tay
Washington
Ctbl
Dual Dewer
Dewey
Rough Rider Disappears in 1897 Telegram Mystery
A Rough Rider named Scoville from Kansas City is reported missing after a telegram from Seville and a troop camp. The case notes mention murder rumors and the search details reference Lehmmaicher in Kin Ww City with a 1897 timeline.
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York
Kansig City
Irbate Scoville
Allest
Wass Lehmmaicher
Seville
Une
Drowned in a Cloudburst Hits Ulitsberg News
In Ulitsberg a cloudburst washed away a dozen lives including several children as floodwaters swept through a stream region. Authorities report a wave struck early morning, drowning multiple people while efforts to rescue were underway.
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Ulitsberg
Amie Ang
Homicidal Mania Narrative Fragments
Fragmentary report notes August 22 event with multiple men involved and a shooting. Names, places, and clear actions are obscured, but reference to a violent incident and subsequent tests or examinations appear, with a street address at Marmposs street and a Dr C Tulos.
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Ponti
Marmposs Street
Reluctant Statement Ties Dunnings to Dover Poison Plot
Dover August 22 1919 a long report on allegations tied to J R Dunning and J P Dunning amid a murder inquiry. Deputy police connections mention a possible suspect list including Dover women and associates of ex Congressman Pennington while authorities in San Francisco decline immediate arrests. The piece notes extenuating doubts about the evidence and mentions planned extradition and exhumation discussions.
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Witte
J R Tome
J P Dunning
Bowds
Waite
Sar Franasco
Umor
Dover
White
Vr Pentington
Stockton
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Hive
Bathin
Delaware
Doversig
John Dunning
Pennington
Ds Dunning
Josbur R
Deane
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Dunning
Bothin
Stochtor
Donbuns
Dunnin
Vrs Corbally
Mat
Trannseo
Begi
Celey
Dunnings
Madame Thompson
Boteu
Fire destroys Tin House saloon in Stockton district
August 22 Stockton reports a major blaze consuming a property owned by W W Cowell known as the Tin House. Lower floor housed a fruit market saloon and store, upper floor a longhouse. No insurance reported, no fatalities, but several women escaped in night attire. Fire cause unknown. Local figures cite significant property loss and disruption in the area.
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H U Black
W W Cowell
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