Revolt in Catalonia Reported Near Lerida Spain
Dispatches from Madrid and Washington describe a rising by Carlists near Lerida in Catalonia. The president in Washington says he has unofficial notice Spain accepts peace terms and expects a written agreement to be signed soon. Immediate evacuation of Cuba and Puerto Rico is promised if terms are accepted.
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Lordon
Barcelona
Lerida
Catalonia
Washington
Spain
Madrid
London
United States
Secretary Day
M. Cambon
France
Cuba
Puerto
Riog
War Department
Santiago
Lafayette
Col
Thompson
Denver
Northern Coal Co
Mitchell
State Board of Arbitration
Cavalry Ordered to Montauk Point for Encampment
All cavalry with Shafter's army and Roosevelt's Rough Riders are ordered to Montauk Point Long Island for encampment. Shafter is to use all transports and move north quickly. Wade's provisional division to Puerto Rico includes many state and national regiments.
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Washington
Shafter
Roosevelt
Montauk Point
L.I
Gem. Wade
Gen. Wade
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
North Carolina
New Hampshire
New Jersey
Texas
Maine
Missouri
Alabama
Vermont
West Virginia
Kentucky
Tennessee
New York
Arkansas
Iowa
Virginia
Delaware
Maryland
Terrific Philadelphia Thunderstorm Drops Record Rainfall
Philadelphia experienced a historic storm with 1.75 inches of rain in 1 hour 45 minutes causing widespread damage. Lightning struck numerous structures as telegraph and telephone service nearly halted. Cellars flooded across the city and boiler fires were put out in city hall and post office basements.
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Philadelphia
Weather Bureau
Gimbel Brothers
Map and diplomacy tension in Puerto Rico war reports
The dispatch outlines American terms to Spain, uncertain Madrid response, and possible three month window before a Senate submission. It notes ongoing evacuation planning, US troop replacement, and stability goals for Cuba amid a broader US Puerto Rico context.
Doughty Reelected Unionist After Lib Halting Move
London reports former Liberal MP George Doughty for Grimsby who offered Chiltern Hundreds due to policy change, was reelected as a unionist with 40,040 votes against 8,189 for Liberal J. Wintringham. The text contains a stray ad note about aHenry Republic ad request.
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London
George Doughty
Grimsby
Doughty
J. Wintringham
Sanitary report shows fever toll among troops
Gen Shatter releases August 1 sanitary report. Total sick 4,239. fever cases 3,179. new fever 680. fever returns to duty 670. deaths 15 on August 1.
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Shafter
Shatter
Washington
Puerto Rico Troops Enter Ponce Amid Wide Welcome
Puerto Ricans line streets of Ponce to greet Gen Garretson s brigade from Yauco as part of American forces near Ponce totaling about 9 000 men. Front line officers report Spaniards likely to defend rather than attack while picket clashes occur and transports await arrival of reinforcements.
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Puerto Rico
Ponce
St. Thomas
Garretson
Yauco
St. Louis
Wisconsin
Ausby
Limbere
Hulings’ Pennaillanians
Austin
Wheelock
Burns
Hall
Dixie
Morro Castle
San Juan de Puerto
Rico
200 Soldiers On Staten Island Feared Safe Despite Illness
Reports from Staten Island hospitals show none of the 200 wounded soldiers are in immediate danger, though some remain in peril. Most convalescents aboard the Seneca have shown the greatest improvement after three weeks of care, with malaria among others. Swinburne and Hoffman Island cases also trend favorable as Admiral Dewey’s activities in Cavite and San Francisco dispatches underscore swift naval progress and gratitude from the city’s Chamber of Commerce.
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New York
Staten Island
Swinburne Island
Hoffman Island
San Francisco
Chamber of Commerce
Admiral Dewey
Far East
United States
United States Seeks Expanded Reciprocity With France
The Temps reports the United States has notified France that it seeks to enlarge the reciprocity treaty by adding new products. France has accepted the suggestion and negotiations on the subject will be opened.
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Paris
The
Temps
United States
M. Delcasse
France
Henry Schools and Township Listings in Henry Illinois
A historical Henry Illinois record lists Henry Schools with staff including Superintendent Calhoun Principal Emma J Stone Assistant Principal Louella J Worley Grammar Carrie Carpenter and several teachers in Henry Township Whitefield Saratoga and Putnam areas. Also notes Putnam County Sunday School convention details and Henry council proceedings with licensing of hackmen and city finances.
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Marshall County
Henry Schools
Why’ Calhoun
Emm_a J. Stone
Louella J Worley
Carrie Carpenter
Grace Baker
Putnam Co
M. EB
Magnolia
D. Reeves Shinn
Clear Creek
J. N. Fawcett
Mra Nettie McNabb
Abdication rumors and social warnings on flirting
The piece notes rumors of a Queen Regent abdication in Spain and Victoria in England, citing rare historical cases. It then argues that flirting by young women degrades modesty, urging caution and restraint for those aiming to be respected and worthy.
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Spain
Queen Victoria
Harper's Magazine
Victoria
England
B. D. Salla
Rome
Distressing Stomach Disease Promises Permanent Cure
Promises a universal cure for stomach weakness and indigestion through South American Nervine Tonic. Claims first dose brings relief, no failure or disappointment, and a guaranteed cure for invalids with use. Sold by J. B. and F. A. Powell.
Harness maker W. 8. Jester dies after accidental poisoning
W. 8. Jester of Princeton, a harness maker and respected citizen, died Sunday evening from a dose of morphine or similar poison taken accidentally. He died ten minutes after ingestion despite medical aid.
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Jester
Ciitizen
Princeton
Boy Recovers After Diarrhea Remedy Use
About fifteen month old boy suffered diarrhea and vomiting for ten days with nine to twelve bowel movements daily. After trying usual remedies and a physician’s care, a course of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy led to a noticeable improvement and full recovery. Sold by Dr Powell.
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O. L. Boggs
Stamptown
Gilmore Co
W.va
Powell
Ely's Cream Balm Patent Remedy Promise
The text describes Ely's Cream Balm as a gentle easy applying ointment designed to reach inflamed and diseased surfaces without irritation. It emphasizes non irritating effects and self acting relief for skin conditions.
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Putnam County
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Millie Granburg
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Roy J.T. Bliss
Lostant
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