First Chinatown wedding in San Francisco shocks crowds
Reports describe the nuptials of Fong You and Soon Fong in Chinatown as a fashionable ceremony with Oriental touches. Guests wore varied attire, and the event sparked talk of cross cultural fashion, while other distant items note Paris color photography prizes, New Orleans street plans, and a mix of social curiosities across the era.
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Celestiais
Chinatown
San Francisco
Fong You
Fong
oWan
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Jamely
Atlin
Confederaty Memorial
Eugenie Murger
Henry Murger
Luxemburg
Marin
Ods
New York
Cafoa
Wtreety
Uw New Erie Fn
British Parliament Opens as Queen Approves New Commons Leader
London Aug 1 The House of Commons met with Speaker Gully announcing Queen Victoria’s approval of the new government leader William Court Gully reappointed as Speaker of the House. Parnellites and other members signed the roll, while discussions touched on parliamentary rights and the formation of committees for the new session.
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Londin
Hnvine
Annembrot
Guyal Axaent
House of Turds
London
House of Commons
Gully
Elaine
House O Commons
Arceaat
Iujesty
Mount Miet
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Hoty Wan
House of Enn
Wilton Court
Speier
House of Lords
John Mowbray
Willi Court Gully
Guily
Mr. Cally
Jilin
Gulfobr
Lord Salisbury
Uelof Chancellar
Coventry
Limerick
Cross
Halfour
Harleigh
Chetne
Chicellor Ballabury
Chann Feller
Menpeuker
Romans le pqueTt
Anthracite Market Turmoil Signals Coal Industry Pressure
Amid volatile coal trade, independent operators push to release 1,000,000 tons of anthracite to steer prices, while producers warn of a price drop and potential bankruptcies. The unions seek to limit supply through existing agreements, with monthly output around 5.4 million tons and monthly consumption near 3 million tons, leaving buyers hopeful for cheaper coal but wary of price volatility.
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New York
Lis
BNL Taw
Aire Indi
Atthrarite
Htix Mite
Orien
Sirrlora Gs Placn
Fontelotons
wxeneLye
Colltrtes AE
Nebraska Prison Scandal Claims Warden and Warrant
Confusion at the state penitentiary centers on charges of misused funds and forged warrants. Land officials note proceedings to stabilize operations as creditors pursue debts connected to a Capital National advance.
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Contra DorKin
Ted Ho Ince
Pelvon
Tokhyr
Stauw
Aula Moore Dorgan
Rank Weacker Moser
Sioux Falls Penitentiary
Capital National
Tate
Ruswell
Leidizh
Poisoning at Horsaford Park shocks crowd in Indiana
Twenty injured at a water prank during a dance at Horsaford Park Indiana with many drinking from a pail with strychnine. Victims mostly recover. Charles Wily Huma, Mas Rolstg and several others seriously ill. The incident prompts a state investigation while other notes report newspaper plant moves and advertising questions.
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Marty Drlaka
Iry
Crown Point
Ind
Horsaford Park
Charles Wily Huma
Mas Rolstg
Lye
Plankinton
Rtor
Andrewa Ik
Eines
Omaha
Goday
Pacific Cable Subsidy Talks Between Britain New Zealand
Pacific trade tensions emerge as New Zealand seeks continued subsidy from Britain for a Canada Australia to New Zealand cable. British Postmaster General Marley indicates no extra aid, citing strategic and economic concerns. Ottawa, London and Dominion interests argue over funding, routes, and tariffs affecting lumber, wool, fish, machinery, and iron imports.
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Very Cartain
Vancouver
J. C
Gunerdt Ward
New Zealand
Great Britain
Apnerid Marley
India
Helne
Paramount
New Zeand
Naiuea
Canada
Whisky Trust Affairs Deny injunction to stop distillery sale
In New York on August 6 1897 Supreme Court Justice Osteen denied an injunction sought by Frederick W Annex and George M Pynchon to halt the sale of seventeen distilleries of the Whisky Trust. The sale is set for tomorrow at auction in Chicago under a turbe decree. The court ruled the right of the committee to purchase under court permission should not be jeopardized and any reorganization would not be prematurely blocked.
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Dustien O'Nrvnn
Benton
Keateath
Sovente Hoebens
New York
George M. Pynchon
Garde Foon Hing Company
Whisky Truat
Noventean Diatierow
Lobe Ko
Chieme
O'teen
United States Elroult Court
Bern
United Stree Court
Atic
Ae Grand Trust
Charles Rivera Wisin
Gram Trunk
Montreal
A Negro's Revenge Aboard Steamboat City of St Louis
In St Louis Aug 1900 an unknown assailant aboard the Steamer City of St Louis attacked crew and passengers after boarding. He fired four shots wounding four men, including Louis Davies, captain of the roustabouts. The would be murderer fled up the levee brandishing a pistol. fight with Louis Davies at Cairo last Sunday is noted as related.
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Louis
St. Louis
Levine
Louix Davie
Phe
Brandiahe Fig
Louis Davia
Cairo
Kweriu
American engineer killed near Champeton on highway
News from Champeton, Mexico reports Thomas White, an American civil engineer, was assassinated yesterday while traveling a highway. A shot from an unknown weapon ended his life as citizens react to the crime and investigators seek leads. The item also includes diverse notes on exhibitions, lectures, and local happenings across the region.
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White
Louie
Champeton
Mexico
Thomas White
Umbnelt
Parliament in Session Reveals Tory Stir in Commons
A lengthy report describes the opening of the new session with vivid scenes at Westminster. Members, led by leaders including Sir William Vernon Harcourt and John Morley, crowd the Commons as the government faces renewed debate and shifts in power. The hall fills as Conservatives honor St George's Day, with notable figures arriving amid a ceremonial atmosphere and the prospect of parliamentary divisions in the coming weeks.
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New York
England
Vietarli
Tive
Aix
Willinut
Eliys
Ier Pany
MD Hhomon
Loti Sallelury
Nolay
Derby
William Vernon Harcourt
Hoxebery
Alderivan Hamond
Newcastloune Tyne
John Morley
Rosebery
Commnena
Faye Foe Meight
Te Miner
Honey Brandhart
the Mason
Tony Waens
Carpenter
Haydle
Olandes
Pepette
de Bent
Marks
Henry M
Aedy
Tiafoun
Linconsuhih
Ehl
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Apenkiera
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Wikewite
Howey
Susson
Admiral Sip
Fox
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Ater
Lord Salle Bury
Comine
Gilven
Eciniastey
Important gatherings in Denver draw library and pharmaceutical delegates
Delegates from the American Library Association and a pharmaceutical association convene in Denver for joint events next week. The 17th general conference of the American Library Association gathers district directors and public library officials, while the Amielle pharmaceutical conference includes leaders from the East and West coasts and western states. UNAM visitors are expected at the Clolariuto esi Atal.
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Erveun Libary
AsKuohlen
Amwelen Pharqueeyttentoolety
Denver
Aue
Une Americate
Carnie
Antithetical Epidemic News From New Jersey to Iowa
A fragmented report describes an anthrax epidemic spreading across northern regions, with infected animals dropping daily and veterinary efforts hampered. Separately, large assemblies in Iowa draw 000 attendees for religious and parade events, as the Knights of Pythias encampment grows and new tribal expansions are planned, including departures to Sioux City and Dubuque as crowds converge.
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Hob
Chroma
Mason City
Robert
Ingeroll
Abraham Lincoln
Clear Lake Park
Ringling
Cleus
Keynewson Wank
Memphis
Tenn
Shelly
Orsey
Trentin
Nid
Bad
Beara
Belbas
Alerdine
Pythias
Towa
Tun Blunt
Ares
Tenta
Grand Lodge
Library Association Opens General Conference in Denver
The Library Association holds its annual conference in Denver with delegates from major universities and libraries. Prominent figures including Dewey and university librarians attend sessions on library reform, administration, and expanding access, as the event features speeches, exhibits, and planned committees.
Protecting the Seals and Seafaring Notices in a Damaged Dispatch
A chaotic August 1 dispatch from San Francisco reports the schooner Uranus near the Burii sea facing imminent seizure by revenue officials amid sealing regulations. The text lists officials and multiple names, with scattered references to Washington and other jurisdictions, reflecting ongoing enforcement and a jumble of unrelated notices and commentary.
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Cal
Uranus Kings
Buri Sea
United Braton
Corwin
Mnnzull Island
Death of Justice Jackson at West Meade home
obituary reports the death of United States Supreme Court Justice Jackson at his West Meade residence near Memphis after a long illness of consumption. The article notes his age, marriages, children, and career, including education at East Tennessee College, University of Virginia, and service on the Supreme Court bench. It also recalls public reactions and possible succession considerations.
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Aupreme Court
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West Meade
Ax Tiles
Ulm City
Jockson Hax
Talllieth
Thomasville
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Washington
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Judge Jackson
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Misa Boplin Malloy
David J. Malloy
Memphix
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Mary Harding
Wa, Harding
Elizabeth Jackwon
Wi Hy Jackson
Esurope
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A. W. Gratten
Mittun
Tabanon Iayachoal
Gackson
Nai
Venton
Indarkaon
Wate Credit
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Fideo Hive
Cleveland
Marriaat
Buzzards Bay
Mass
Tuskee Jackson
Clevelyid
Congress
Mehigan
Ohto
Kentucky
Poinessen
Akemgeenkorvil
Justice Blatchford
State of
York
ILI
Duckson
Vecknum
Hornblower
Secrntiry Cartinly
Wilson
Don M. Tokinnon
Socialist Platform Demands Radical Shift in Policy
A dispatch from New York reports the Socialist Congress in Breslau endorses a far more radical platform than previous congresses. It calls for compulsory attendance at higher schools, municipal control of industry assets, national insurance systems, and compulsory labor arbitration with legally binding decisions. The program aims to place forests and key resources under municipal trustees for the people.
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Antenna- Honal Soctory
New York
Socialist Congress
Inspector Byrnes Forms Private Detective Agency in New York
Aug 1 report outlines ex-chief Byrnes launching a private detective firm with McBaughlin, promising an international operation rivaling city police. He reportedly retires from public service, relocates to the country, and eyes offices in London Berlin Paris and other major capitals.
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New York
Chiek Byrnes
Tnarwetys
Maly
International Sonm Rehieh
Dhe Kini
Myrnex
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van Grnerik
von Wim
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York
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Cone
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Farrier
Assali
Cleveland
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Xeerot
Byres Pefasendt
Aira
Wslanlal Wranchex
Londin
Berlin
Paris
Separate Receiver Bid in Atlantic and Pacific Dispute
In Albuquerque on August 12 a bond owners bid for a separate receiver of the Atlantic and Pacific railroad is before Judge Collier in the U S Court. Protests from the Santa Fe line and Grand Trunk loom as counsel argue division risks, while Grand Trunk seeks unified operations to protect trusteeship and rates. The case hinges on trusteeship, traffic flow, and the fate of master rates as executives weigh next steps.
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Albuquerque
No M
Atlatic
Vaeltical
Collior
United States
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Trnet
Morta
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Burke Fe
Justice Jackson Buried in Family Cemetery
Funeral services for Justice Hhvwell J dauksen were held at Belle Meaestock family cemetery. The grave ceremony featured Chief Justice Muleyn and Justice Brewer among the Supreme Court attendees, with many prominent men from the city and states in attendance. The mortise took place at 10:80 o clock after the body was moved from Weatmeid to the deceased’s home.
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Juste
Hhvwell
Dauksen
Belle Meaestock
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Lmple
Juation Muleyn
Justice Brewer
Supreme Court
Bity
Lumber Yard Fire Hits Ogienm Bier NS Vie Morning
Nine million feet of lumber burned as a large yard operated by Whitney and Barak Lumber Company in Unik vty caught fire at about o clock this morning. The blaze consumed around 1,000,000 feet of lumber and caused an estimated loss of $125,000.
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Mrg
Whitney & Barak Lume Ber Company
Unik Vty
Canoe Association Meet Opens At Point Blum On Lake Champlain
Commodore Walter B Witherbor announces the thirteenth annual American Canoe Association meet at Point Blum on Lake Champlain. Some 10 Wisontino in the United States participate with four divisions Atlantic central major and northern. Innovations include handicaps and a ladies paddling race. The Monon GA Line reports a special train from Chicago to Louisville for the encampment and city posts Columbia and New blue feed the national headquarters route.
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Champtain
Pintisbuns
N.Y
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Point Blum
Lake Chanpleite
Axyocin
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Rockford
G. A. FR
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New Albany
Chicago
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Queata
Wine tainted with dangerous additives shocks Paris officials
Reports from France expose extended wine production schemes using water and unsafe additives like alcohol, glycerine, and dyes. Authorities recently destroyed about 15,000 cans and warned of widespread adulteration, while notes of larger quantities and health risks accompany the investigation across several regions.
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Faleing
Te Wlhe Press
Wie Cove
Education of Citizens speech at Blythe assembly grounds
Ex-Democrat Ful J. Ingalle of Kansas spoke at Blythe assembly grounds in St Louis on August 8, arguing government is carried by public opinion, not only constitutions or laws. He urged universal political participation, supported direct election of officers, and questioned women’s suffrage while noting male enthusiasm would follow when women seek the vote.
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Kansas
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Tiv
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Ure Atate
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Byringuont
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Tilo
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Alana
Catholic University Gains Holy Cross Ties in Washington
In Washington on August 9, Father Corby head of the Holy Cross order in the United States and Dr. Seaman director general of studies met to pursue a link with the Catholic University of Washington. Candidates for Holy Cross would become future professors and receive training in divinity and science across Notre Dame and local colleges. The order plans to settle around the university, with Paulists and Maristas nearby, confirming Notre Dame’s influence on Washington’s Catholic scholastic system.
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Washington
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Pather Corby
Order of the Holy Cross
Notre Dame
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Seaman
Catholic University
United States
Canada
Dnd
iWa
Pauliste
Marista
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Washingston
Axnures
Grand Vizier Resigns Amid Turkish Turmoil
Reports from Constantinople on August 9 indicate the grand vizier has resigned amid sultan opposition to government proposals. Advices from Moos suggest Turkish authorities hinder Armenian relief efforts and funds for suffering Armenians may be controlled by the American Missionary at the Washington post. Pension announcements list several names with transitions and corrections across Iowa and South Dakota, while a Port Dodge post office correction and grain trading notes appear.
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Turkey
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Rofaria
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