Progress in Naval Shipbuilding and Armament Standards
Discussion outlines a three year push to build first class ships from home materials. It notes Britain and France proposing sixty five cruiser vessels and cites U S naval power data, Whitneys reports, and bids to raise ship machinery efficiency to a standard per ton. The piece surveys departmental goals and wartime production context.
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England
France
Confederacy
United States
Whitneysys
Yousela
Competi
Werek Epther
Eee
Kean
Naval policy notes and budget figures in early 16th century record
The document discusses naval budgetary plans totaling 628,787,077 with allocations for pay raises, yard improvements, and a new navy observatory. It notes the rise of cruisers and high explosive artillery, calls for stronger armor and coast defense, and cites international interest from England, France, Italy, Germany, and Russia in expanding arsenal and tactics.
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Sbcoad
England
France
Italy
Germany
Russia
Navy
Marke’ Corps
Hronek Trial Continues Amid Denials in Judge Collins Court
In Cucaco on December 1 Hronek, accused anarchist, again took the stand denying claims and insisting on innocence. Catherine Capek testified denying earlier meetings with Hronek, as the courtroom filled with interest and spectators. A shipwright and others testified about pipe fragments found near Halsted street bridge and a Riverside trip, with no admission of intent to harm officials.
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Cucaco
Hronek
Cleveland
Law
Collins
Cass
Waa
Catherine Capek
Ifs
Rudolph
Capa
Banfield
Schneider Mail
John Nelson
Halsted Street
Richard Kirby
Mikajanda
Capek
Riverside
Ben Geld
Gary
Grinnell
Taliing
Frank Capek
Interstate Commerce Commission Report Details Rail Mileage and Complaints
The annual report of the Interstate Commerce Commission notes rail mileage totals for 1884 and 1885 with 9,312 miles in service and 6,471 miles in 1886 and 12,068 in 1887, counting corporators and leased lines. It lists 107 total cases, with 50 decided and 6 undecided, plus 9 hearings suspended and 25 withdrawn. The commission warns against railroad consolidation and endorses limited public supervision and uniform classification while urging immigration reception capacity improvements and legal protections for routing commissions. It closes with recommendations for federal action and notices on rates and property owner involvement.
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Asarraton
Tan County
Sune
Commission
Cama
Susex Onelgvindi
Tme
Congress
Perce
Yaeke
Castle Garden
New York Harbor
Robbery Attempt After Meeting Near Canada Southern Depot
Rice received a letter promising attendance at a meeting. He was grabbed from behind near the depot, his coat opened, and a man stole a $175 watch, $147 in cash, and a letter from Hahaan. He was tossed into the river but reached the wharf for help.
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Hahaan
Rice
Copper Mine Fire Kills Eight Miners and Taints Industry
A Calumet and Hoida mine fire near Chicago began at 11 p.m. with 200 to 300 workers present. Water pipes and signal lines were sabotaged, trapping eight men who perished while others escaped. Authorities suspect arson by an incendiary in a scheme linked to copper-industry disruption. Five thousand miners elsewhere face shutdowns as coal mines near Mobongattala river close indefinitely, affecting shipbuilding and river work.
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Chicago
the Herald
Hancock
Mick
Calumet and Hoeda
Scon
Ieaders
Antony Langin
Andrew Hansin
Joe Roe
Antony Kalskie
Gustav Pave
Jobo Flick
Joe Mossoglie
John Vanderbilt
Prrrasona
Smobongattala River
Onlo
Inactivity in Many Zines of Business but Prospects Rise
Weekly review notes widespread inactivity in many trade lines but improved money activity. Five weeks of failures do not imply large liabilities. Dry goods expect declines, breadstuff prices firm, wheat and corn down, cotton weak, beef and pork prices mixed. Treasury actions cited as cautious amid uncertain demand.
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G. Dun & Compays Weekly
Wenel
Han
Texas
Thomas Iron, ‘Company
Novesbert
Treasury
Thanksgiving Observances Across Cities Amid Quiet Celebrations
Thanksgiving was broadly observed in Harrison and nearby towns with quiet church attendances and family gatherings. Notables including General Harrison and Private Secretary Halford joined local residents for meals and reflection, while public life slowed and theater activity remained normal in the evening.
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Harrison
Halford
Ae Library
Kerens
Toute
Capt. Anderson
Ted Indians Regiment
Mes
Barrigon
Pennsylvania
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Baye’ Industrial School
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Peniten
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Heif
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Bala
Berry Smith
Edward Graham
Morris Green
Dicking On
Michigan
Academy of the Vieltation
Georgetown
Tfiernann
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