Fragmented World News Fragments From An Odd Ledger
A jumble of notes recounts political figures and comments from Paris Warsaw and London. It mentions Prince Romauld Gledroy, a Paris boulevard figure, and a court award against the Steele for a published photo. Other items include marriage feats by Rev Meese in Auburn Indiana and a note on Admiral Dewey’s New York reception. Also referenced are the Heine family, Governor Kirkwood, Senator Allison, and a drowning lifesaver Captain Davin Dalton with famed rescues and medals. The column touches on aristocrats, courts, and public notices in a stream of miscellaneous tidbits.
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Ane Fuchea de d'Uzes
Dui
Paris
Haw
Steele
Steele Hall
Ter
Rev
W. L. Meese
Auburn
Ind
Phere Yue P Brusn
Star At
Heine
New York
Frankforter
Wourke
Deadwood
Davin Dalton
F Rockaway
Dover
Calais
Boers Stand Firm As British Ultimatum Looms
Aug 30 dispatches report Boer leaders rejecting concessions from Britain and warning of a warlike mood. Johannesburg and Pretoria sources cite arms imports from the Netherlands and calls for neutrality in Cape Colony, while leaders like Schreiner insist on defending the Transvaal and Orange Free State autonomy amid rising tension.
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Cape Town
Chimberlain
Jolanes
John
Cape
Schreiner
Steyn
Orange Free State
Cape Colony
Oraige Free State
Steyn Pauled
Alfred Milner
Capé Colony
John Gordon Sprigg
Sid
Sureyuad
Trans Lonton
Daily Chronicn
Launge Neck
Mafeking
Daily Mail
Krieger
London
Chamberlain
Transvaal
Hirminghane
Krueger
Chamberkilty
Carter
Pretoria
Joseph
Provident
Kroeger
Clumaberlain
Joubert
St. James Vette
Transvdal
Arctoria
Mip
Europe
Rock Island Keokuk Express Crashes Near Eldon
The Rock Island Keokuk express derailed one mile west of Eldon at 11 am due to a broken wheel. The locomotive, mall car, and smoking cars were demolished. The engineer, fireman, a mail clerk, and a baggageman were injured but not fatally. Passengers reported not seriously hurt.
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Mock Island
Wen Mars
Eldon
Rock Island
Keokuk
Here
Butt
Deadwood Fire Devastates Golden Reward Works Tote
A massive blaze destroyed the Golden Reward chlorination works in Deadwood, likely involving upper levels and wood structures. About 230 workers may lose jobs. the plant produced around 125 tons of ore per day from Bald Mountain district. Insurance stood at $75,000 with $150,000 estimated loss. rebuilding expected though plans unclear. Governor Lee designated Labor Day as a holiday.
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Deitwood
Golden Rewari Company
Deadwood
Delaware
Morris Franklin
Ine
A. E. Lee
South Dakota
Andrew E. Lee
Willian Hy Rodale
Italian boy near death recovers in city hotel
A 16 year old Italian boy, previously reported near death from injuries after a pitchfork fight near North Riverside, is stopping at the Commercial hotel in Sioux City. His physician Dr. Guillaume says he is on the road to recovery and has been able to walk around for several days.
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Sau Asee Sy
Portrait of James Wilson of Scotlands toiled life in cabinet role
Philadelphia Evening Post profiles James Wilson, a cabinet secretary under McKinley, praising his openness and journalism background. It recounts his Scottish origins, early farm work in Connecticut, bone fertilizer anecdote, and move to Java with a history of farming and publication ties.
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Philadelphia
Perales
Iowa
Philadelphia Evening Post
James Wilson
Scotland
McKinsey
Ang
Angies
Wilson
Tron Ayeshire
Connecticut
Wagan
Jim
Hin
Payn
Jawa
Tuteoulty
Tama Tin
Ottoman Treasury Emptied Amid Crackdown Reports
The Berlin report notes the Ottoman treasury is empty as the finance minister resigns after toward overdue payments. A private residence is under police protection while the government faces financial strain and political tension. Also, John Fiske rescues a child from drowning in Nantucket, and Nikola Tesla rumored for a Pike's Peak lab venture.
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Berlin
Don Muantinople
Ted Trom
John Fiske
Nantucket
Fiske
Nikola Tesla
Pike's Peak
Cordier Testimony in Dreyfus Case Reveals Complex Allegiances
Col Cordier, deputy chief of France’s wartime intelligence, testifies amid a heated Dreyfus trial day. He shifts from doubt to belief in Dreyfus’s innocence, details how information was leaked through “ordinary channel,” and notes jealousy between Col Picquart and Henry. He recalls a mirror gag, cites leaks tied to Bourges, and defends Picquart while denouncing anti Semitism as personal bias but insists on honesty. Other generals press him on political motives, with de Freycinet reflecting on abroad support and discipline fears as the day ends.
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Hennes
Dreyfus
Cordier
Intelligence Department
Henry
Ile
Sandberr
Dreyfuk Wan
Abong
Picquarhgya
Eaah
War Office
Plequiet
Piequart
Sky Cleverapy
Kervams
Cordide
Apy
Wwombn
Tonkijres
Bourkes
Thomas
Tenten
Hint Wax
Phins
Witchell
Thomias
Bourges
Drayton
Iso
Sandherr
Cordier Ten
Thomans
Elurel Jaf Bt .Thomas
Agi Paris
Caplonage
Marige
Witnesy
Sym
Chéri
Sail
Headquarters J
Germany
Urrest
Ajetglian
Mieve
Rawle Hill
Lath
Agnilet Bini
Roget
Fleur
Geibelin
Uuner
Mercies
Ormer
M. de Freycinet
Jamont
Dreyfus Ugtation
France
de Freyenet
de Freycinet
Tovnyat
Labori
Cordier Testimony in Netall Frayclnets Appeal at Rennes
Cordier testified that in early October after returning from a two week absence Colonel Sundherr gave him a bordereuil. They discussed the matter with Sundherr deeming it ample evidence of treason. The testimony suggested suspicions of Dreyfus and the prisoner’s guilt became definite. Cordier described the banded borderous wax by Sandherr and explained what was ordinary.
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Cordier
Netall
Otto
Priagner
Sandherr
Henry
New King David Claim Tied to Totten Line
United States Army Lieutenant Totten, once Yale professor of military defense, is linked by biblical scholars to King David through the Duke of York lineage. The article notes Totten could become King David if he ascends to the throne, citing genealogical lists and claims of descent. Also mentions events in Albany with a procession and Morgan’s schooling details.
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Totten
Duke of York
New York
L. Totten
United States Army
Yale
David
Urot
Wotten
iCthia
England
Tottenwald
Edwant Alber Christian
George Andrew Patrick David
Hig
Grinaldi
Ulers
Adam
W. P. Mourigan
Olympia
Albany
N. Y
J. Pont Morgan
Heston English School
Herlin
Pawamjop
Royal and Philanthropia
Wade Ie Opent
Pope in Rome Seeks Philippine Peace Through U S Mediation
New York Times correspondent reports Pope Pius X desires peace in the Philippines through negotiations under U S protection. He believes Catholic natives could prosper under American rule and questions Dewey’s views while expressing horror at bloodshed and urging end to conflict. The pope’s interview with Father Renney focused on Admiral Dewey, Philippine affairs, and a message of benevolent governance for stability.
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Pope
Philippines
Rome
New York
Father Meaney
United States
Chaplyn
Dewey
Philpine
Admiea Dewey
Symaathete
Father Renney
California Guardian Appoints Insane Lady Yarde Yuller
A report from August notes Califurnia guardianship for Lady Yarde Yuller, with General Kirk approving a guardian for her. Her recent vow and spending show unstable finances. She talks of a vast estate despite mortgages and suspicious cash transfers in streets.
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Califurnia Meaury
Bay
Cale
California
Kirk
Livsaine Anid
Peron
Half Million Welcome Home for Pennsylvania Troops
A vast crowd, estimated at over a half million, lined the parade route in honor of the Tenth Pennsylvania volunteers returning from the Philippines. Governor Stone and General Merritt led the reviewing period at Schenley Park as President McKinley spoke of national unity and the volunteers' exemplary service.
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Wittaburg
Pay
Nay
Wells
Whietler
Pennsylvania
Philippines
Sehinley Park
Chas. P. Miller
National Guard
Courages
McKinley
Merritt
BV. Greene
Stone
Congress
Schenley
Mel Kinley
Alatinee
Willian J. Btone
Wollcome
Sit P
Philipspines
Former Iowan Kilbouene dies in New York trolley death
The funeral plans for Edward Kilbourne, a former Iowan noted as manager of a noted vendonve, will be held in this city. Details include his ties to prominent local figures and a long history linked to Marquette College and other institutions. The body will be brought here for interment.
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Edward J. Kilbouene
Trottey
New York
Edward d. Kilourne
Killa
Wamerrow
Chetaea Wood Vendonve
Ratelay Kilbourne
David Welle
Faye Polje Hiv
Aigtiie
Hy Wasike Awysraf Sven
Tawny
Kile Janteye
John AL Sehotield
Milwaukee
Marquette College
St. Francia
Ton University
Praise by Kitchener on Kawily Armerican Meotygical feat
The article credits Sirdar Kawily Armerican with a notable achievement at Athard Cuiro opening the Atinpa bridge. Lord Kitchener lauds the work and cites British and American efforts, noting foreign labor and the controversial construction context under a Philadelphia firm. The piece discusses capital and labor dynamics, the bridge project, and international involvement amid wartime rhetoric.
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Sirdar Kawily Armerican
Athard Cuiro
Atinpa Bridge
Lord Kitchener
Jumeniti
Kuga
Posiigu
Cain
Eangevatae
Ateioa
Fragmentary Oklahoma notes and names mix in August items
A garbled Washington dispatch lists names and places from several states. The text mentions Sharkey, Talal Spur brigg, and Florence L. ganth Arlington with scattered city and voter references. Another segment cites Cleveland Plain Dealer critique and a Daisy Cooke noted as a new postulator in Oklahoma.
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Persious
Porest City
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Gebu chief fights with Americans at Zamboanga
Dato Mandi and Wak tribesmen take the field against insurgents in Zamboanga. Thirty rebels killed, many wounded. General Bates to Meravlish Gareivone de Bulis Mainita reports Mandi seeks American citizenship and aid to establish American garrison. Dispatch notes insurgents attacked and defeated with casualties, Bates plans Troops to Zamboanga and Isabella to secure the area.
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General Bates
Meravlish Gareivone de Bulis
Mainita
Cebusaux
Tata Mandi
Zamboanga
Mandi
Geneval Bates
Bates
Otfe Doder
Anguatag
Eithie
Stati
Zadbochee
Cari Dati
Data Mundi
Mindmiiuoteland
Tates
Ole
Unitndi
Annth
Parminston
Litwad
Dato
Mindi
Edie Enti
Batew
Sian Phwe
Isabella
Ambush Near Cebu Kills Four American Soldiers
General Otis reports an ambush near Cebu resulting in the death of four American soldiers. The clash occurred south of the village of He vil y and involved Tagalog forces on Mindanao deployment, with subsequent efforts to restore order and withdraw volunteers amid concerns over reinforcements and security on the islands.
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Otis Hoporth
Washingtoi
Otis Leste Pollowss
Terval Migues
Holle
Hevily
Celi
Nepros Nave
Larmiasion
Ell
Uailer Mbites
Puyod
Cebi Islands
el Weler
Mio Islands
South Dakota's Quota For Volunteer Officers
The article lists appointments and ranks for South Dakota volunteers in the U S Army, naming officers by unit and rank. It notes completion of the state quota with officers including captains and lieutenants and references the First South Dakota Volunteer Infantry and related units.
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Washington
Arye
Dakota
Chak. Howard
Mator
South Dakota
Tan
McCrettan
Ci Joy
Serpent Company UI
Uwe
South da Wiens
Food Aid Looms For Nations After Widespread Destruction
The General outlines a dire food shortage in Maen Hite and nearby areas. A massive agricultural and fruit vegetable supply is required, with millions facing starvation. Thousands of families are homeless as destruction blocks access to breadlines. Aid teams warn rebuilding will hinge on securing food and basic materials.
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Davia
Slavia
Fire kills four at Délainioan Street orphanage in New York
A major blaze at a Dominican convent orphanage in Rockland County and New York City area kills four people including Helen Brown Emma Mackey and others. One orphans’ group member Roger Wotion is listed among the dead. Twenty were injured as the fire raged through a building housing children and adults. Fire officials place losses at about 100000 dollars.
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Twens
New York
Roger Wotiun
Dominican Blyivey
Spapehill
Rockland County
Emma Mackey
Tawsa Murphy
Jay
Murphy
Lins
Pire
Ananymoth
Bhavers
Ciidhen
Prosecution of Eclair and Allied Espionage Inquiries
Fragmented dispatch outlines government efforts to uncover who commissioned secret police in Canada and the United States during wartime. Mentions Captain Drestue, Coloma, and General Gone, with references to immigration and Axis invasions affecting policy.
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Canale Dé D
Amd
Drestue
Coloma
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Witter
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David DB. Henderson
Frank Wilson
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Adolphe D'Eansry
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Labor Day
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