Tornado Slams Baltimore Killing Eleven and Wounding Many
A fierce tornado devastated Baltimore in the afternoon, killing eleven and injuring many more. Storms in New York State killed four and damaged crops and property. Mississippi and Des Moines river floods push losses above six hundred thousand dollars. A fatal collision left one dead and several injured aboard a passenger train. Mississippi inmates Ashley Cocky and Thomas Lauderdale face a potential execution next Tuesday for murder. Delegates depart Indianapolis as the patron organization gathers funds for urgent needs.
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Admiral Watson
Joseph Wheeler
London
New York State
Pasopger Irdius
Sometven
Ashley Cocky
Thomas Lauderdale
Bay Area Man John Mackay Dies in London Funeral
John W. Mackay of San Francisco dies in London on a Sunday evening. King Edward attends divine services aboard the royal yacht. The anti Ledrvons movement in the Philippines remains unfinished. Cholera declines in Massachusetts and surrounding provinces. General Hates plans return home in early September.
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John W. Mackay
San Francisco
London
King Edward
Ledrvons
Philippines
Roosevelt reprimand dispute sparks authority debate
Eminent authorities claim Roosevelt overstepped by reprimanding Lake Smith and retiring him while expanding court martial penalties. Hay and Conkling of Colombia discuss canal questions as Wisconsin Republicans balk at the president’s cabinet policy. Local teams and leagues report mixed results as Shreveport and Atlanta win, while Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, and others contest in the minor leagues.
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Roosevelt
Lake Smith
Peuieuo
Amy Ton
Terretary Hay
Ministery Conkhry
Colombia
Wisconsin
Political event notes and weather incidents cross Texas
A garbled report describes the Republican State Executive Committee meeting in Waco with security measures for a parade. It mentions a train robbery search near Sonora, a fire destroying up to 100000 dollars of property at the Dallas fairgrounds, a social gathering in San Antonio, and a waterspout near Galveston with injuries.
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Republican State Executive Committee
Waco
Sonora
Texochown
Dallas Fair Ground
Ban Antwald
Rock Inland Choetaw Site Survey Link North Of Thulin
Survey notes describe a site north of Thulin where work aims to connect Dalins to Kansas City with a near straight line upon completion. The plan references the Inland Rock location and implications for regional alignment.
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Thulin
Dalins
Kansan
Houston crime critique and civic meeting notes
A fragmented report criticizes city and county crime tolerance under local law. The text references the Houston Light Guard and a morning gathering with political and religious figures, plus various 19th century civic activities and VAUDEVILLE style entertainments at local venues.
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Houston
Atlonsy
Houston Light Guard
Austin
James B. Hussell
Iire
Halsell
Coomberland Presbyterian Church
Palma's Views on Cuba Show Fading Pessimism
The Anton Fapanola president Palma expresses greater optimism about Cuba's future. He cites indicators suggesting recovery for the economy and land status, notes sugar production and European competition, and hopes for improved reciprocity with the United States. He cautions against expecting annexation or immediate relief, stressing growth will come with stabilization hereafter.
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Anylogia
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Aldea
United O
Eilea
Masters Tournament Opens With International Field
The international chess event begins amid a strong lineup including Harry N Apter and Frank J Mar, Jame ae al a maton, King amid, and notable players from Germany and nearby nations. Officials announce a dense schedule as players from Vi. Bardgbon to Ber compete for top honors.
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Flood Devastates Missouri River Region Ranging Keokuk to Quincy
Widespread flooding hits the Missouri river border between Keokuk and Quincy. Levees hold as water rises, towns evacuate, and farms submerged while the Egyptian levee remains intact. Reports describe the river’s flood crest threatening Keokuk’s warehousing and nearby towns with rising depths and extensive property damage.
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Keokhak
Quinny
Hood
Dew Moles
Flood Strikes Upstate New York Four Dead Two Hurt
Telegraphs report heavy floods across Broome and nearby counties with multiple cloudbursts. Four people killed including James Cook and wife in Afton and a six month old child. two others seriously injured. Property losses around Peekskill total about $200,000 as Mohawk River and lowlands overflow.
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Elinax
Midita
Broome County
Will Dama
Che Lo
Wisconsin Convention Slap at La Follette Angers Democrats
Washington dispatch reports Democrats in Congress view the Wisconsin Republican State convention as a rebuke to the president. They allege La Follette forces countered Payne who sought backing for Spooner’s Senate return and reciprocity policy. Democrats say Cuban reciprocity faces little support in the coming session.
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Wisconsin
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Congress
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Ir Sue Talhe
House
Democratic Congresional Committee
Itinl
Minnesota
Congrese
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Det
Devastating Local Floods Hit County and Surroundings
Reports from July 20 describe severe weather across multiple counties with cloudbursts and washed-out roads. Damage includes flooded creeks in Gowanda and Chautauqua, destroyed bridges, ruined property, and several missing or drowned residents.
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Farner
Bettey
Gowanda
Gowan
Chatthers Brook
Fund for the Strikers Miners Organization Raises Nearly 500000
The Miners National Organization reports voluntary contributions totaling about 244000 dollars with a larger weekly income planned. President Mitchell leads the drive to fund strike expenses as relief headquarters reopen in Wilkes-Barre and distribute funds to dependent families.
Aged Man Held After Assault Charges Stir Rusk Texas
In Bronderson Texas a 70 year old man was jailed at Rusk after being charged with a criminal assault on a 17 year old girl. Captain Bonner and 40 men were mobilized to protect the aged prisoner amid talk of lynching. One company was dispatched from Mareton to assist the governor. The suspect was indicted within a day and held in bunk protected custody. The case has stirred local tensions and fears of mob violence.
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Predericke
Big Fire In Georgia Destroys Eleven Stores
A large blaze swept through Col. quitt, Georgia, destroying eleven stores on the public square. The post office and Mascale temple were among the buildings burned with other major general merchandise establishments. Estimated loss exceeds $190,000 with only partial insurance.
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Mascale Temple
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Riot at Nebraska City Ball Grounds Over Sunday Game
A riot broke out at the Nebraska City baseball grounds when Law and Order League officers attempted to halt the game. Sheriff Bower arrested four players, violence erupted, a revolver was seized, and a rock struck a clergyman. Police protection was sought for Reverend Shepherd and church property. The conflict stems from a long fight over Sunday ball and a city vote on the issue.
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Hibernians Elect Officers in Denver Convention
The national convention of the order of Hibernians completed its labors after adjournment at six. Officers elected include James T. Dolan of Syracuse as president, with a vice president, secretary Mod Mines Richmond, and treasurer FS.
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Tracey Safe from Pursuit in Washington Scope
After forty days of continual pursuit by bloodhounds, authorities fail to capture Barry Tracey, an escaped convict, with an extensive chase spanning Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis, Thurston, Pierce, Kitsap, Snohomish and King counties costing about $10,000 in efforts.
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Two Planters Ambushed in Hopkinsville Inquest Verdict
In Hopkinsville Kentucky an inquest found that Frank and Jobo White were ambushed while returning home from estate work. John Konia was named amid confusion though not charged. An unknown person was reportedly involved according to the inquest verdict.
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Greve's Black Root Liver Pills
Active principle from Black Redt used in Greve's Liver Pills claim to affect the liver. The brief notes a dubious effectiveness with unclear wording and no verifiable details.
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Greve
Fire destroys Cadiz business district in Kentucky
A large fire in Cadiz Kentucky on July 20 destroyed the main business block including Rawles saloon Cadiz hotel Columbia Graphophone company Bank of Cats Cobb's general store William Lynch's goods store and A I grocer with unknown origin.
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Iumor
Ladrones Not Pacified as Chaffee Plans Home Return
General Chaffee will start home with the last of September as Ladrones in Cavite province remain unsettled. Many are expected to be captured though leaders may escape. Buttered by reduced cholera in Manila, quarantine relaxations are proposed while American forces plan a review voyage on the transport McClellan.
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Admiral Watson at Home From London Coronation Flight
Rear Admiral John C. Wateen returned to the United States aboard the St Louis after attending King Edward VII’s coronation in London. He was joined by Weston and Chamberlaine Cowles as junior and senior aides. Mrs. Cowles accompanied the party. The admiral said he was struck by the pageantry and disappointed not to meet higher British officers. He planned to attend the Fourth of July dinner and meet Lord Gresvell when possible.
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New York
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Edward VII
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Bini
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Opoen
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Dloner
Optimism and War Footnotes Shape 1900s Europe
The text discusses hopes for improved Anglo continental relations amid the South African war, noting leaders like Chamberlain and Lloyd George and the desire for a peaceable code of conduct. It reflects a period view of diplomacy and national sentiment toward Britain’s role on the continent.
Vatican Delays American Envoy Over Diplomatic Offer
A Vatican reply stalled Governor Tart’s bid to bypass intermediaries and meet directly with President Roosevelt. The paper notes the pope’s position stalling a potential breakthrough and underscores the fragile arc of U.S. Vatican diplomacy amid broader international tensions.
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WI Haath Kevevnor
Phan Ie Delatte
Batt Viflew
Tart
United States
Roosevelt
Millionaire Mackay Dies After Heat Prostration
John W. Mackay died at Carlton House Terrace after a brief illness marked by heat prostration and pneumonia. A medical consultation followed a sudden decline, and death occurred while he was unconscious. Princess Galatro Colonna arrived from Paris shortly after his death.
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John W. Mackay
Francisce
Carlton House Terrace
Russia Sees No Fear in American Trusts Conference
London July 90 Russia’s plan for an International trust conference continues. The foreign office reports little interest here as European nations doubt all can unite to regulate protectionism. A Russian financial agent emphasizes no fear of American trusts, noting Germany’s powerful manufacturing trusts and implying U S participation.
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England
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Foreign Office
Ser Detatische
United States
Edward Attended Services on King’s Progress
Isle of Wight report notes Juli Si-Hing Ea Ward attending divine services today. Services were conducted by Commodore Lemopion as part of the king’s progress updates.
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Isle of Wight
Juli
Hing Ea
Ward
Commodore Lemopion
Grove chronic chill cure promised to cure the chills
Ad copy for a patent medicine by Paris Medicine Co. of St. Louis touts Grove chronic chill cure as superior to other tonics. It lists ingredients such as yellow bark prickly ash wood bark sarsaparilla and fruit extracts and claims to cure colds in one day.
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Paris Medicine Co
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School Ads In The Pout Promote Child Enrollment
Readers are urged to check school advertisements before sending children to class. The notice emphasizes evaluating options and deadlines in local school listings for informed enrollment decisions.
Fragmentary Royal Progress Report from Obscure Realm
The text fragment references Queen Alexindra and the Foral family with unclear events. Mentions a commando or committee, cloning, and a king's progress, but details are garbled leaving uncertain locations and outcomes. The piece reads as a ceremonial royal update with disrupted syntax and missing context.
France Closes Unauthorized Schools Amid Legal Clampdown
Paris reports a government move to close unauthorized schools as M. Combes tightens enforcement of secular education laws. Police proceed with education act measures as authorities cite contravention in several congregations and institutions.
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Paris
M. Combes
Estijay
Aire Sondoolod
Foreign Briefs Roundup FromBerlin and London Describes Police and Diplomatic Notes
A chaotic foreign brief reports police actions in Berlin including arrests and investigations of a barber alleged involvement in a muttered incident. Paris items note social and diplomatic chatter around notable figures and a maritime matter near New York with mentions of ministers, editors, and a high profile judge.
Claima Smith Accused of Fatal Order Controversy and Humiliation
The report cites claims that Claima Smith did not issue a kill order and faced public humiliation. Colonel Stephen W Gromsteck, former judge advocate, discusses authority over trials of Maj Waller and Gen Jonah H Smith with remarks on accountability and the army’s handling of the case.
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Claima Smith
Contested Quotes Reveal Military Dispatches and Policy Debate
Fragmentary remarks reflect high level critique of wartime methods and command decisions. The speaker questions civilian authority, the ethics of coercive tactics, and the path to civil order amid ongoing conflicts, citing officers and colonels in discussion of policy and retirement.
Asphalt Trust Reorganized and Monopoly Hopes Dimmed
A chaotic release outlines plans to reorganize the asphalt industry into a new company with state and federal capital rules. It details receivership and anti monopoly measures, noting about $700,000 in capital and concerns over overcapitalization and inadequate returns.
Creek Commission Case Report From Washington</T:
Muddled notes describe charges against Mes and Dwight with H C Line of the town site commission in I T. An investigator is appointed to examine the charges. Details remain unclear as telegram wording is garbled.
Herbert Improves After Typhoid Fever Attack
Washington reports Hon. Hilary A. Herbert, formerly of the savy, has been moved from the hospital as his typhoid fever improves. Authorities hope his condition will quickly become favorable for recovery.
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Washington
Hilary A. Herbert
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