Dreyfus Case Recurs With Forged Letter Allegations
Sensational Dreyfus affair debate resumes amid claims Colonel Henry forged or aided the forged letter, then killed himself. Ministers, generals, and deputies clash over proof, with calls for a full inquiry and potential consequences for those implicated.
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Dreyfus
Henry
Drey
le Moufre
W Dreyfns
Cavignec
It & G
Miliacarbe
M. Tr
Afcad
Nevcuss
M. Brison
Pemir
M. Mannejoala
M. Troublet
M. Cavignac
M. Faure
Attempt to Salvage Warships From Spanish Wrecks
Kingston August 31 The Navy Department orders Commodore to Santiago to supervise salvage of the fleet wrecks. Victor Blue had supervised earlier with limited success. officials report about 11.0% armament and other material saved. Hobson experiments may be resumed to balance salvage prospects as wrecking crews work.
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Santiago
Kington
O Santiago
Victor Blue
Infanta M
Hobson
Spanish cruisers left as trophy for American Navy
A fragment notes the plan to leave at least one of the Spanish cruisers as a trophy for the American Navy. The reference implies a wartime context and intent to capture or preserve a ship as a symbol of victory.
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Eave
Avy
Cattle ship Allegheny brings sick Massachusetts relief voyage
From Cuba New York Aug 31 transports Allegheny and Panther arrive at Montauk from Santiago. Allegheny carried 625 men of the Ninth Massachusetts. 145 sick, 14 died at sea, buried en route. Surgeons say ship unsuitable for sick troops. General Wheeler orders Rough Riders mustered out at Camp Wikoff. Michigan regiments scheduled to depart, hospital system shifting, Red Cross yacht aids evacuations.
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Cuba
New York
Allegheny
Panther
Montauk
Santiago
Alle
Massachusetts
Sullivan
Massachusetts Regiment
Magruder
Wheeler
Corbin
Rough Riders
Camp Wikoff
Michigan
General Hospital
Shinnecock
Major Borden
Red Cross
New London
Conn
Methodist Pastors Appointments for Colorado Districts
Greeley Colo Aug 31 The Methodist conference lists a full slate of appointments for the coming year across Denver and Wheat Ridge Waheb and Slate districts with presiding elders and numerous church assignments including Asbury Berkeley Christ and St James in Denver and First Church Colorado Springs First in Pueblo and Canon City among many others. Strong named congregations and district boundaries are specified with supply pastors noted for several charges.
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Greeley
Colo
Methodist Conference
Denver
R. H. Carnine
Akron
C. Rarick
Argo
Greenwood
C. C. P. Hiller
Brush
H. W. Moore
Burlington—Supply
W. N. Mitchell
Cheyenne Wells
Hugo
G. A. Spencer
Asbury Church
W. D. Phifer
Berkeley
J. H. Merritt
Cameron Memorial
J. ©. Guilette
Christ M. E
Horace E. Warner
M. Cobern
John Collins
Denver University
W. F. McDowell
University
A. B. Hyde
Iliff School of Theology
W. F. Steele
J. H. van Pelt
Albert Knudson
NJ School
A. H. Briggs
D. L. Rader
Rocky Mountain Christian Advocate
B. Spencer
North
Montana
N. A. Chamberlain
Utah
J. C. Jm
Havana Situation Quieted by Blanco After US Visit
Havana reports say General Blanco aims to ease tensions with the American commission during a visit. Police suppress gatherings, guard Americans, and ensure Spanish volunteers, told they will be stripped of arms and face civil authorities under American supervision. Yellow fever deaths rise, kitchens run, and city awaits orderly governance. Spanish residents favor annexation over Cuban rule.
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General Bienes
Washington, D. C
Havana
Cuban Junta
Blanco
Four Yellow Fever Deaths Reported in Vera Cruz
Yellow fever deaths have occurred in Vera Cruz within the past week, while Tampico doctors report the disease strikes only those not taking care of themselves. Officials warn there is no danger of an outbreak along the Mexican border due to climate and elevation, with efforts to prevent spread ongoing.
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Mexico
Laredo
Texas
Vera Cruz
Tampico
Cervera's Men Going Home From War
Washington announces the release of all Spanish naval prisoners captured at the July 3 battle. Officers stay at the academy in Annapolis, sailors at Seavey’s Island Portsmouth Harbor. Prisoners to be returned to Spain at Spain’s expense. Physical condition reported as excellent.
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Cervera
Washington
Allen
Annapolis
Seavey's Island
Portsmouth Harbor
Academy
Spain
Court martial deemed illegal for Colorado troops aboard China
Washington reports that a 1898 general court martial aboard the steamer China was declared illegal by the War Department on Judge Advocate General Leiber’s recommendation. Privates Lambert, Briggs, Judge, Shakespeare, Dick faced mixed detachment charges with sentences set aside. other cases involved confinement, hard labor, and pay forfeitures for drunkenness, absence, and disorder.
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Atences
Colorado
Washington
Leiber
Greene
China
H. J. Lambert
Colorado Infantry
H. B. Briggs
L. O. Judge
Eighteenth Infantry
William G. Shakespeare
First
Robert Dick
Army
Judge Advocate General
Judge
Shakespeare
Briggs
Lock
Camp
Merritt
Lambert
Deaths of Soldiers in War With Spain Statistics Split by Camp
The Times reports future Tribune statistics show 350 killed in battle or died from wounds, and 1200 to 2000 died of disease in camps. It lists 1284 confirmed deaths in camp, on transports, or at home from malaria and other causes, with camp tallies and state comparisons.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Spain
The
Tribune
Camp Thomas
Santiago
Francisco
Camp Alger
Camp Wikoff
Jacksonville
Tampa
Fernandina
Lakeland
Camp Meade
Massachusetts
Illinois
Michigan
New York
Watermelon Day Draws Big Crowds to Rocky Ford
Ten thousand watermelons and cantaloupes were cut open, sliced and eaten as Rocky Ford hosted Watermelon Day. Country folks arrived by wagon and train from Colorado Springs, Trinidad, Pueblo, La Junta, Raton and other towns, with a large Denver delegation joining the celebration.
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Rocky Ford
Colo
Colorado Springs
Trinidad
Pueblo
la Junta
Raton
Denver
Fire at Bertram yards devastates Toronto ship works
Fire at Bertram's ship yards in Toronto Ont at 1 50 am destroys docks a large carpenter shop several small buildings a barge and lumber. The steamer Toronto being built for Richelieu and Toronto Navigation Co may be lost with a contract price of 250000 dollars and total losses around 200000 dollars not including the steamer.
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Toronto
Ont
Bertram
Richelieu and Toronto Navigation Company
Bertrams
Yellow Fever Reported In Orwood Mississippi
Ten new yellow fever cases are reported in Orwood Mississippi since yesterday's first infection. Officials confirm the first Orwood case as yellow fever and note the new cases are mild in type according to the Mississippi board inspectors and a Louisiana Health Board inspector.
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Jackson
Miss
Orwood
Grant, Dunn and Tiaralson
Mississippi Board
Gill
Louisiana Board of Health
Butterflies Accused of Drinking Habits In Alpine Tale
A South London Entomological Society note reports butterflies, especially blues like polyommatus and the small copper, drinking water and even alcohol from damp patches and sugar lures. Males dominate the tippling, females lay eggs, and some species appear stupefied, raising questions about the insects drinking behavior and entomologists sugaring tricks.
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South London Entomological Society
J. W. Tutt
London Standard
Dr. Johnson
Tutt
Mr. Tutt
Alps
England
Bonney
Alpine
To Be Sure. A Cornfed Philosopher on Bald Heads Respect
A witty Indianapolis Journal quip notes that while respect for gray hairs is good, reverence for bald heads should be in order as well. The remark frames age and appearance with humorous social commentary.
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Indianapolis Journal
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H. J
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J. A. Long
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W. E. Perry
Boulder
M. D. Hornbeck
Fort Morgan
Seckner
Littleton
James Whittaker
Wray
Glendale
G. R. Graff
Central City
J. F. Kauffman
Eldora
John Whistler
Evans
F. D. Cook
Fort Collins
C. IP
Avery
Fort Lupton
C. A. Brooks
Georgetown
G. B. F. Huene
Golden
H. B. Cook
Greel
T. Vincent
Kent White
Idaho Springs
W. L. Bailey
Julesburg
F. W. Stabler
Tfayette
EB. E. Briggs
Longmont
A. A. Johnson
Louisville
P. J. Hooper
Loveland
C. BR. Mills
Morrison
J. N. Tomlin
Matteville
A. B. Glockner Sterling
G. A. W. Cage
Wahlen
John Oliver
Wheat Ridge
S. A. Webber
Windsor
J. PP Krueger
Waeblo
Ekler
J. F. Harris
Altman and
Grassey
Samuel Kerr
Breckenridge
G. M. Cooper
Castle Rock
C. W. Simmons
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L. C. Powell
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W. A. Allen
St. Paul's
C. E. de la Mater
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C. W. Bridwell
Elkton
A. B. Holden
Florence
A. L. Chase
Fowler
H. L. Beardsley
Granada
A. T. Rice
Kokomo
H. B. Collins
M. E. Stewart
Lamar
J. T. Knuckey
B. E. Jacobs
Las Animas
B. S. Baker
Manzanola
C. W. Mills
Ordway
I. J. Post
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Aspen
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Canon City
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L. J. Nole
Delta
J. R. Wood
Durango
W. BE. Collett
Frusta
H. N. Law
Glenwood Springs
R. L. Adams
R. L. McNabb
Grand Junction
T. BK. Sisson
Gunnison
John Hobson
Hillside
N. Mobley
Hotchkiss
Pasonia
J. C. Veeder
Leadville
M. A. Rader
Meeker
William John
Monte Vista
E. EB. Bean
Montrose
O. S. Merrill
Mosca
L. J. Hall
Connecticut
Benjamin Young
C. D. Day
C. Thompson
Wyoming
W. Downs
Arizona
W. Albone
Nevada
A. A. Hye
New Mexico
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