Fragments from a late 19th century city page fire tale
Disjointed anecdotes relay a suburban fire at an orphan asylum and a reporter prank about a $20 donation to the brigade. Other items mock sensational telegraph dispatches, Brass monkey cigarette tales, and scattered notes on public figures, hotels, and moral scenes from urban life.
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Rome
Maynell Ambog
Lincoln
Derlewn Glentie Fim
Fire Brigade
Abe
Hdglahimen
Seavenger
Fake mining swindle eyed in Washington capital
A sensational report from Washington describes a slick mining scheme by a nameless corporation. A flashy young man pitches rich ore, promises regular dividends, and appeals to investors at a high profile hotel, while authorities vow a thorough investigation and possible prosecution if fraud is found.
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Peaiwood
D.D
Thin City
Washington, D. C
Black Fils
Siulh
Fald Mountain
Unrney Park
Black Hills
Bald Mountain
Harney Peak
Sage
Wellman Expedition Backed by Geographers and Officials
Walter Wellman prepares to sail to Franz Josef Land aboard the Pridtjof, the fastest Norwegian ice steamer, secured to replace the Satire. The expedition is supported by the National Geographic Society, experts like Prof. A Graham Bell, and a committee including General Greely and Simon Newcomb. The voyage plans gravity pendulum observations with Prof. Gore of Columbian University aboard.
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Walter Wel
Norah Land
Washington
Christinuin
Norivag
Pridtjor
Wellman
Franz Joseflund
Pridtjof m
Tromao
National Geographie. Society
A. Graham Bell
Tun
General Greely
Commodore Melville
Prote
Simon Newcomb
Hart Merriam
K. Gilbert
Coviety
United States Coast Anct Geological Survey
United States Weather Bureau
Salentine
James Il. Gore
Columbian University
Fefiteberting
The
Philosophical Society of Washington
Franz Joneflund
Mixed and Heavy Receipts From Omaha to Chicago Markets
Grain and live cattle prices and receipts across Omaha and Chicago markets showing heavy hog and cattle receipts, strong market tones, and wide cash quotations. Includes figures for hogs, cattle, sheep, grains, and provisions with dates in early April.
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Omaha
Yeaterday
Yenter
Wendy
Chicago
Chicaka
Timothy Sheel
TMNT
Tutter
Darry
Wyte
Heer
Vessels Purchases Cost Millions as War Prep Surges
New York officials report spending six million dollars on ten vessels bought yesterday. A Washington correspondent notes the total around five million, while Captain Charlon O’Neill, head of ordnance, prepares batteries for ships. Telegraph orders convert vessels into warships aboard Git Alay yachts and tugs, completed Sunday.
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Washington
Herald
Charlon O'Nell
Bureau of Ordnance
Bats Terien
Uyeke Ahips
Mystery Graveyard Murder in Hollywood Cemetery
In Atlanta near Hollywood cemetery a gravely strange act occurred at a grave, ending with an explosion that destroyed the coffin and hid the body of a fallen young soldier named Hagan. Authorities order an investigation into the alleged crime and concealment. A separate item from Norwich notes eleven hundred mill workers striking for a wage cut reversal.
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Jids
Spain Shows No Signs of Yielding Amid War Strain
Madrid reports the cabinet remains firm and the queen regent approves the stance as Spain braces for worst case. The fleet, led by the armored cruisers Charles III and Tiranta Marty, moves toward Cape Verde with escort ships and a cruiser contingent prepared for potential engagements.
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Alfonso XII
Tiranta Marty Evesa
Te Aempead Cruiker Crietatul
Fragmented political speech on independence and war aims
A chaotic wartime statement discusses freedom as priority, Latin American resistance, and potential recognition of independence. It references Spains army, belligerency, and preparations for upcoming months while asserting decisive action against forces remaining in the field.
Infenta Paria Teresa Spain's War Fleet
Spain's fleet from Cartagena includes armored cruisers Infanta Maria Teresa and Cristobal Colon and torpedo gunboat Destructor. Cristobal Colon, built 1896 in Italy, features 11 inch and 6 inch guns, torpedo tubes, and 500 crew. Infanta Maria Teresa, completed 1890, has heavier 11 inch and 6 inch batteries and 494 officers and men. Destructor, an 1886 torpedo gunboat with new boilers, reaches about 880 tons and 10 knots, armed with torpedoes.
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Bpaniah Qent
Cartagena
Infanta Maria ‘Jerom
Criatobal Colon
Destructor
Italy
Shelmao
Vizcaya
Ne Colon
England
England and France Press Spain on Cuba Independence
Washington reports that Britain and France, with their governments and ambassadors, are applying pressure to force Madrid to concede Cuban independence. Spanish authorities in Madrid are described as too passive, with diplomats pursuing immediate action toward Cuba's independence.
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France
Great Britain
Auanda
Spain
Madrid
Cuba
War clouds rise as Spain plans fleet measures and U.S. tensions grow
Reports from Washington and Madrid indicate Spain readying armored cruisers and merchant armament while war seems likely. Cabinet meetings discuss naval funding, privateers, and possible mobilization as Bishop opposition and public support swirl amid growing crisis. Conflicting dispatches hint at imminent action against Cuba and steps toward strengthening the fleet before any declaration.
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Hue
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Meir
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Havana Coal Seized Amid Naval Orders to Return
A Havana dispatch reports the naval authorities have seized coal supplies for the fleet and ordered American officers to return. The note says another flotilla under Captain Julio Veraz is preparing to sail to Cuba and that Lieutenant-Commander Wainwright and all American personnel here will be recalled to Washington. The city is expected to be evacuated today.
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Cuba
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Wainwright
Maine
Navy Department
Washington
Siamese arbitration awards Cheek estate $200000
The New York World reports Sir Nicholas Murmen as arbitrator for the estate of the late Sr We Ay Cheek, awarding the Cheek estate $200,000 in a case involving Siam and U S government filings. The narrative cites elephants seized by Siamese authorities for unpaid interest and questions a War Department order.
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Bangkok En Ile
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America
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Cheele
United States
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Cheek
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Jelephants
Fort Missoula Post Abandoned Orders Reach Atlantic Invasion Rumor
Fort Missoula in Montana to be discontinued under army orders directing transfer to Atlantic ports. Reported port of departure and dates vary, with broader notes on the department of the gulf and potential rearrangements of posts. Mention of 1829 accordion era and a rumor about a Spanish torpedo threat near Porto Rico adds to the dated wireless narrative.
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Mediation Prospects in Cuban Crisis Questioned
The article notes Spain declining to resume general Cuban negotiations and rejects foreign mediation. It cites rumors Spain may seek a third power’s terms, likely avoiding war with the United States. It mentions Germany, France, and papal mediation as unlikely without U.S. consent, with White House officials saying no calls from Cardinal Gibbons or Archbishop Ireland have occurred.
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France
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McKinJey
White Home
Jor
Church of Rome
Pope Urges Keane to Influence Ireland for Cuban Peace
Vatican circles report Archbishop Keane acted per the papal request to press Archbishop Ireland against aiding McKinley in a peace push on Cuba. The note warns that Ireland must reverse his stance or face consequences from Rome.
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Rome
Vatican
Keane
Pensions and postmasters revised and extended
Washington April 4 Pensiona granted Saturday include Iowa names William Thompson Grand View 8 John H Kannicot May tion Charles J Payne Dows Curtin Teers Manchester Stfo an increase Mamusl B Moss Hubbard Bite me NL a Bae Anker atiate ets mover Wie Tiilsm Wateon us ea Biers Alena 3 Peers Manchas FB SMarsh Indianola
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Teers
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McKinley to press Cuba independence and mediation
Washington dispatch reports President McKinley and his cabinet intend to vigorously address the Cuban question. They favor recognizing Cuba’s independence and, if needed, forcible intervention to stop hostilities, while rejecting European or papal mediation. Spain’s response is deemed unsatisfactory and diplomacy is unlikely to yield a settlement.
Gomez Opposes Intervention in Cuba Crisis Amid Debate
Washington dispatch reports General Gomez urges independence with indemnity as the path to settle Cuba without U.S. force. He argues Spain cannot subdue the revolt, while expressing hope the United States may aid a settlement. The letter, dated March 1898 from Las Villas, supports negotiating Cuban autonomy under indemnity and condemns further violence.
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Mobilizing the Fleet for Potential Hostilities
Reports from the war department show general movement to concentrate warships at Key West and along the coast for possible hostilities. The monitor Terror and other vessels arrived at Key West. Minneapolis arrived at Newport News for the flying squadron. Bancroft reaches Boston area for overhaul. Mayflower and others sail toward active duty. Norfolk and Mare Island yards process arrivals, while a revenue cutter moves to Norfolk for provisioning.
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Arbo the Bapa and the Windfoxeed Bringer
A cryptic historic voice recalls Arbo the Bapa journeying from a distant clointar to the world of wear and toil. It frames a shrine and distant promises, naming Virgina Woodward as a guiding presence during a troubled dawn.
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Care
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