Admiral Dewey Receives Nation's Sword in Washington
Washington October 4 Admiral George Dewey receives a congressional sword in a ceremony at the White House attended by the president, cabinet, judiciary, and a vast crowd. Dewey's triumphal reception includes testimonials of gratitude, a lift through cheering crowds, and a grand parade in New York before his return to Washington for further events.
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Filipino reinforcement orders spark Philippine action
Washington reports Admiral Dewey urged immediate dispatch of Brooklys and other vessels to reinforce the Asiatic squadron amid sharp engagements with insurgents in Manila and northern Luzon. Otis cables several skirmishes with insurgents, heavy losses and advancing rebel moves toward Mexico, with U.S. casualties noted. The message ends by noting Porue reoccupied by insurgents and movements behind American lines.
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Peace mediation plea in South Africa crisis gains broad support
A petition urging President McKinley to mediate between Britain and the South African Republics Pra vaal and Orange Free State gathers hundreds of signatures from judges governors legislators clergy and college presidents. Bryan declines signing over Philippine policy while arbitration appeals continue amid troop mobilizations and dispatches from New York London and Bloemfontein.
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Nile at historic low as floods threaten Cairo area
Reports show the Nile River at a new low affecting Cairo and surrounding districts. The stagnation worsens conditions as residents observe rapid changes in water levels and related impacts along the river corridor.
Navy orders rush to Manila as Dewey favors limited blockade
Washington reports rapid dispatch to reinforce the Philippines with ships including Marietta Machias and Brooklyn, while New Orleans and Nashville receive orders for urgent changes and Manila passage. Dewey’s guidance prompts a strict local blockade and support for a civil governance approach in Philippine islands. insurgents attack American trains near Bacoor as Gen Grant’s forces counter on the river bend.
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Salt trust takes control of Michigan salt industry
The National Salt Company of New Jersey, with capital of 12 million, has gained control of Michigan salt production and 70 percent of Michigan manufacturers belong to the Michigan Salt Association. Outlier plants are being closed for up to five years, while some plants will continue to make patent medicine salt. The trust may skip local management and use agents. Prices paid for Michigan plants are not disclosed. A separate report mentions a scheme exploiting the poor for profit, with arrests, and timber land deals in Oregon and Minnesota. Foreign diplomacy talks are to meet in St Louis next year.
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Death of ex Senator James Harlan in Mount Pleasant
Des Moines reports the death of ex US Senator James Harlan at his Mount Pleasant home at 9 35 am following a collapse and lung liver complications. His daughter, wife of Robert T Lincoln, was summoned from New York and present at bedside. Funeral plans likely at Town Wesleyan university choir in Mount Pleasant.
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Presidential Train Through Canton and Alliance Meets Friendly Crowds
President McKinley greeted by warm crowds as his special train paused at Alliance and Canton stations. Large gatherings at Fort Wayne Peru and Logansport saw handshakes instead of speeches amid rail line transfers. The 5000 mile itinerary across 16 railroads carried through Defiance and Quincy with no casualties reported.
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Gold seized in Transvaal touching war fears
London reports confirm Transvaal authorities seized £500,000 in gold en route to Cape Town from Johannesburg. Boers reportedly moved from Volksrust Laager toward the frontier as magistrates prepare defense in town hall and civilians evacuate to Natal interior amid a tense situation.
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Compromise verdict on Anglo-Venezuelan boundary ruling
Paris reports the boundary arbitral tribunal divided on claims. The award limits Venezuela to about 1000 square miles of the 60,000 square miles claimed, mostly marsh near the River Jari, with no interior territory, while Britain retains forested areas. The decision is described as a promise rather than favoring Venezuela, read at 12 05 p.m.
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Veiled Prophets Parade Ends in Grand St Louis Ball
The Veiled Prophet parade in St Louis culminated in a grand ball after a night of festivities featuring 23 floats themed Visions of Childhood and Mother Goose Melodies. Thousands watched from TV blocks as the procession traveled from Men to the chamber of commerce.
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Fire destroys Harris Emery department store in Des Moines
The five story Harris Emery company department store and several neighboring buildings were destroyed in a major blaze in Des Moines on October 4. Total loss estimated at 400000, with Harris Emery alone valued at 350000. All structures insured. origin of the fire remains unknown.
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Admiral Dewey Plans Early Engagements With Secretary Long
Dewey left Washington to visit Secretary Long on Wednesday morning and was detached from the Olympia at his request. He telegraphed to Yampkinsville to have his flag hauled down, signaling a formal change in command.
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Zola Amnesty Trial Delay Aimed at Calming PublicOpinion
Paris reports the present cabinet plans to calm public sentiment before a new obix decision. Emile Zola's trial next November, tied to amnesty, will not occur as scheduled. In Washington Admiral Dewey plans a Western tour including Chicago and a Pacific extension, likely starting in November.
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Cambridge Masses Deb Dr. Galvin ENig Class Member Died 1883
An obituary fragment notes a Cambridge Massachusetts debater or doctor named Galvin, who died in 1883 and has been probated. It mentions a bequest to Harvard University of around S140,000 for education of descendants and for maintaining medical school performers. Also references national bank notes in circulation and a September amount, with comparisons to previous year.
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