Crop conditions report shows drought reducing corn yields
Government August crop condition report estimates corn production at 1.1 billion bushels, down from July losses and below last year’s level. States list mixed results with New York and Pennsylvania near healthy marks while Indiana Illinois and Iowa show declines. Overall quality compared favorably to last year despite reduced yields.
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New York Herald Canvass Updates Corn Condition Figures
The August 1 crop report confirms continuing injury to corn and shows deteriorating conditions for spring wheat and oats. The government bulletin, issued July 2, revises estimates and notes lower prospects across grain crops.
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Comparative Corn Figures and Crop Conditions
The report outlines corn and potato crop conditions across states, noting heavy losses in July for Kensze and Necraske and declines in several regions. It details mean condition scores, regional deficits, and shifts from last year, with tables summarizing acreage, yields, and disease impacts.
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Baseball in Porto Rico and the American game fad
San Juan reports the rise of baseball as a popular pastime in Porto Rico with clubs formed among government clerks and private workers. Many uniforms were shipped from the United States and tariff changes led to job losses among customs staff. In Patillas and the eastern coast, dire hunger and starvation conditions are reported, with high death rates and inadequate municipal relief.
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Associated Press
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State Hospitals for Consumption Springfield Republican
The state expands tuberculosis care with open air policy and private support. Construction begins on a Hart area consumptives hospital with $25 state appropriation and substantial subscription funds. The Connecticut hospital totals 267 feet with separate male and female wings as directors show strong interest.
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Woormgen
Steel strike claimed a victory as unions resist
Pittsburg reports iron masters claim success in the great steel strike. Amalgamated men at South Chicago Joliet and Bay View refuse to obey President Shafer’s order while other plants stay running. South Whee and Bellaire plants face scuttled production as union roles grow.
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Mine Workers Back Strike Support Resolution
In Indianapolis an AFL board in session today endorsed the steel strike, pledging mine workers support and urging President Gompers to convene AFL bodies to plan aid for the strikers. Copies were sent to Shaffer and Gompers.
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Pickering on Encke's Comet Timing Irregularities
In Boston a professor notes Encke's comet arrival times are not fixed. He says the comet has shortened its period by about two hours since discovery, suggesting resistance in space may accelerate rather than slow it. The naked eye view is vague and photography is unclear.
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Lord Kitchener Recalled as Lytleton May Succeed
London reports say rumor of Lord Kitchener's recall grows stronger as Lord Lytleton departs for South Africa. The chatter suggests Lytleton could replace Kitchener as commander in chief, with a move to India afterward, as Boers resist.
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Grain markets drift amid optimistic government report
A badly garbled dispatch from Chicaso says grain traders reacted to a government report. Markets were under pressure as pessimism dominated trading lens and expectations for the session were muted.
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Printers in Session Held at Annual Convention
Bermingham Ata opened the seventh annual convention of printers with remarks on standards and practice. Attendees from several presses gathered to discuss technology, cooperation, and future events at the session.
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Markets Report Mixed and Steady Across Regions
Sioux City live stock shows mixed feed prices and steady hogs with heavy demand. Omaha and Kansas City reports note steady hog markets and higher sheep with lambs up to 3.45. Grain and provisions prices edge higher on wheat and oil seeds with butter and eggs steady. regional quotes include corn, flax seed, timothy, and dairy items amid broad market stability.
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MacArthur Report on Philippines Urges Continuation of Policies
Washington reports Major General MacArthur’s 1901 review covers Philippine insurgent strength, the capture of Aguinaldo, and Army Navy cooperation. He condemns fragments of rebel leadership, praises supply and naval support, and proposes a peso based currency system with US parity and Filipino banks to stabilize money.
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MacArthur speech on Philippines status and US influence
General MacArthur discusses legal and military status of the Philippines, noting no independence yet and outlining procedures for currency and foreign relations. He warns of gradual changes and asserts US presence will affect Asia, while the islands resist fully governing themselves.
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Penitent Robber Confesses to Pastor in Chicago Case
A man involved in a jewelry store heist reportedly confessed to a Chicago priest and a detective in Indiana. The confession, made to Mr. Washburn, allegedly described a theft of jewelry valued at around 1.5 million dollars. The pastor said the penitent would not disclose his name, asserting a vow of reform.
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Exhibition Race at Poughkeepsie Slow Time Noted
In an exhibition at Poughkeepsie the horse Cresceus driven by owner G Cham clocked 2 06 1 4 in a slow trial amid gusty air and damp track. The Abbott at Brighton Thursday noted the horse’s condition, with comments on the unfriendly conditions affecting pace and time.
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Pettigrew Comments on Sampson Schley Controversy
In Tacoma Hod. and ex-Senator Pettigrew discusses the Sampson Schley controversy. He argues Sampson manipulated records, defends Schley, and says public sentiment has vindicated Schley despite Navy influence and pressure in Washington.
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Oceanic Collides With Kincora Defining Crew Drowned
The Oceanic and the Kincora sank after a collision off Waterford Ireland. Seven crew members drowned from the Kincora while Oceanic survivors number seven. The Oceanic continued toward New York after the incident.
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Corn Fortune Faces September Selloff Hint
St Louis August 10 Corner a leading trader has profited 4600 from a large corn hold and eyes 1,000,000 bushels he plans to sell in September as prices lean toward 60 cents. Market chatter notes a nationwide corn shortage could push prices to 75 cents after September 1 amid expectations for a brisk sale of the stock.
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