September Hurricane Devastates Caribbean Islands
Reports from Jamaica to Barbadoes describe a severe September hurricane causing immense property loss and many deaths. Barbadoes Bridgetown suffered widespread ruin with damaged homes and derelict streets. St Vincent, St Lucia, and windward islands faced heavy devastation and humanitarian needs. Telegraph disruptions hindered full casualty tallies as officials coordinate aid and shelter.
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Jamaica
St Vincent
st Vutents
Govarnor
St Luci
American weather bureau
Pio Janong
Cia
Lynnwood
tony
co maters
British West Indies
Barbadoes
Frith
West Indies
min St Vincent
Comachus Malones
Windward Islands
couner
EBubidoes
J S Hay
Turkey Quits Candia Dispute With International Trial Proposal
An aide de camp to Djavad Pasha told the British that key rebels and riot sites in Candia Crete have been cleared and that ambassadors agree prisoners may face an international commission. Britain weighs whether to link the Candia unrest to broader questions of pillage and Christian clashes as ringleaders are handed to the admiral.
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CANDIA
Crete
Djavad Pasha
Hin
Constantinople
Gerald Henry Noel
Turley
thas
Constantin Ple
dubtiul
Great Britain
Southern Pacific Earnings Report Delayed By Clerical Work
Southern Pacific earnings for the two months ended show a large increase over the previous year with net earnings after operating expenses at 1161 1 against 17124960. The annual report, now prepared in detail, requires extensive clerical work and will delay filing with the railroad commissioners until the next month.
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SANTRANCISCO
annon
Raiad
Pierson Feud Sparks Night Clash At Golden Crown
A feud between Pierson and Jones and Madson turned violent near the Golden Crown Vining Company wagon as shots were fired and Pierson sought shelter in a post office. Langies and Madson pursued him, triggering a brief melee with several gunshots, none landing. Pierson, a Stanford graduate, narrowly escaped.
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BOLINAS
JOW Pierson
Golden Crown Vining Company
Madson
Pierson
Stanford university
Cabinet ends special session with cautious notes on peace talks
Sept 10 the cabinet met in special session and adjourned at 4 pm with all members present except Secretary Iger. They said nothing beyond that the peace commissioners were instructed, and discussions covered topics to be relayed to Washington. The plan includes cable consultations and a possible stop in Paris where Merritt and Admiral Dewey will provide official context. Senator Frye and Rep. Smith discussed Philippine policy, with Frye declining to state his views. In Los Angeles Huntington of Southern Pacific announced the company bought the 14 Angles Street railway lines for future improvements.
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Iger
cable
Washington
Ttty
Pans
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Mende
Dewer
Frye
war department
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William Alden Smith
Michigim
house
Smith
Southern Pacific JOS ANGFELS
Huntngton
Southern Pacific
Mand
peice
pehuy
Philippines
Searctirs Leng
oblaysa
Manila
toda
Otis
Viscayas Islands
United States
Spain
Obs
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mekin
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fa replian
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del Castille
ula
al pews
retuim
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Senor Convales
Cuba
Senor
Gensiles
bolt
mentesto gamg
Philip rnes
Cabinet Deliberates Peace Commission Instructions
The Cabinet debated the peace commission instructions with remarks on Philippines policy and possible disclosure limits. Secretary Day has not yet submitted his designation, and ministers anticipate a joint commission stance while keeping deliberations private.
Frank Laning Named Bankruptcy Referee in Tresno County
Tulge Wellborn of the federal court appointed Frank Lanins of Tresno as a referee in bankruptcy for Tresno County, effective September 1. Lanins assumes duties in the appointed role under federal bankruptcy procedures.
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Frank Lanings
JOS ANGILLS
Tulge Wellborn
federal court
Frank Lanins
Tresno
Tresno county
Debated Philippine Revolution Sparks Mixed Reception in Madrid Speech
Reports from London and Madrid describe a tense congress in Manila with El Presidentes and delegates debating a constitution and the end of Spanish rule. General Weyler’s violent speech in Madrid provoked a strong antigovernment reaction as Sagasta’s policy faced criticism and calls for independence grew louder.
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Weyler
Sagasta
Gomez Talks Absolute Independence Sparks Cuban Fever
In Havana fever and wide Cuban agitation grow for complete independence at all costs. Manifestos call on Spanish residents and merchants to back independence or face death. General Maximo Gomez shifts from moderate harmony to firm stand for independence or nothing, urging unity with Cubans to prevent United States influence and preserve shared wealth.
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HAVANA
Spain
Maximo Gomez
United States
Fashoda Occupied by French Expedition in Sudan
London reports transmitted to Daily Mail confirm the occupation of Fashoda near Khartoum by Major War chamd led French forces aided by around 10 000 Abyssinians under Ras Waihound. The operation marks a key imperial move in the Sudan crisis. A separate obituary notes seventy eight year old Samu Steerer died while boating in San Diego, he was brother in law of Rear Admiral Dawes.
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LONDON
Constantinople
Daily Mail
Tashoda
White NHe
Kzartoum
Major Warchamd
Queen Victoria to arbitrate boundary dispute
The Argentine minister states that the boundary dispute between Chile and Argentina will be submitted to Queen Victoria for arbitration on Sept 15. The notice emphasizes the pending territorial disagreement and invokes Britain’s mediation role.
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Queen Victoria
PAPIS
Chile
Argentina
Objections Spark Court Scene in Botkin Case
In San Francisco on September 18 the Botkin case produced two vivid courtroom scenes as Mrs Botkin, escorted by her counsel, walked from custody to the dock amid taunts from two young women who claim they sold Wib Botkin stolen jewels. The hearing adjourned to allow governor’s review of extradition testimony, with tempers flaring as attempts to identify Mrs Botkin outside court were challenged, and the judge ordered the habeas corpus proceedings postponed to the next day.
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SAN FRANCISCO
Botkin
Hotking
Hosmer
Utah Populists Platform and Demands in Camp News
A chaotic fragment discusses populist and Democratic lines, mentions Wood and Williams, and notes military movements with General S MB Young taking command of the first division. It references 30 000 troops in camp within a fortnigh and lists wartime political figures and regiments.
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S MB Young
Kilisbur
second
Ile
PS Gobin
Lebanon
Pabth Lycuth
Grahams
Chicago and Duluth Wheat Market Fluctuations Report
Trading in September options and nearby wheat contracts showed alarm among traders as prices moved sharply. Chicago and Duluth saw varied activity with declines early, then volatility as markets adjusted for receipts, futures, and anticipated deliveries.
THF ASSASSINS BLUFF LACCHOM SALUTES THE COURT
A chaotic scene unfolds as Lacchom Salutes the court and asks for a French interpreter. The correctional chamber hears the case amid Italian anarchist links and political tension affecting Austria’s imperial era. Senator Kyle shows signs of recovery after a paralysis incident at Forest City hotel, with doctors optimistic about travel in two weeks. Mrs Kyle expected, while Spain’s cabinet discusses relations with Washington and wartime port concerns. New Russian political maneuvers surface as ministers maneuver for leverage in March.
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GINIVA
Kyle
James IT Kyle
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Forest City
Herrick ois
Kyl
Paris Herald Recites Terse Note on Dreyfus Case
A Paris dispatch notes a terse statement regarding the Dreyfus affair. It mentions a person who assisted in propagating reaction to the decision, with emphasis on official positions and public response. The account hints at continued debate and nationalist tensions over the verdict.
Gages Work 3 Outlined for Gubernatorial Campaign
The Republican campaign committee outlined plans for a heavy campaign in San Francisco and surrounding counties with Gen Brownlow Barnes as a featured speaker. Henry Gise and other candidates will tour the south and northern counties to build support, with two speakers assigned to each locale and meetings to finalize issues and strategy.
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tmn
tampaign
San Fransen
figuire
Republican Lampusa committee
Henry £ o
San Trincesco
congressionud
San Tranesco
Govenor
hs wil
miciin
Needham
Gege
witl
Maguire
Republican campaign committee
sayimgle
Smit Claza county
Tricity
Benes
San Jose
SONS OF VETERANS Meas Adopted At Omaha Encampment
The Sons of Veterans adopted a resolution in Omaha on September 11 selecting Detroit as the site for next year’s annual encampment. The assembly voted down a limit on membership to Civil War descendants and approved a roll of veterans who served in the late war for publication. Changes in rules were enacted to simplify enrollment and keep military tactics in schools. A petition to the Navy Secretary to name one of the new battleships Timon A was considered. New Hampshire Republicans met in Concord with W Relling nominated for Governor.
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Omaha
Detroit
ritu il
tle
Secretary of the Navy
Thurston
Spaniards and Cubans clash near Pucon in armistice period
A chaotic report describes Cuban and Spanish forces at a fort near Pucon, with skirmishes over arms believed to be used by Spaniards. An armed courier to a central location sparked pursuit, and later word of a tentative armistice surfaced. Details include a rebel force rout and a high tension scene as troops moved, with mixed messages and warnings.
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capita fiten
DU fF
tts
Lureon
San Juan
Wanderers Seek Wads Interview About Reform
An advertisement invites readers to consult on a proposed change and whether to buy or not. It promises free advice while warning other dealers may charge consultation fees. The notice targets consumers, claiming unique value and urging careful scrutiny of offers.
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