SCHOONERS LOST IN JERSEY SHORE STORM TRAGEDY
Three vessels Empire State Ella M Johnson and Chocorua were caught in a fierce Manasquan night storm off New Jersey. All hands on Empire State 11 and Ella M Johnson 8 perished. Chocorua crew survived as the others disappeared after midnight. Captain names listed. Owners were the captains. Boats had been at sea seven days. News first reported by Chocorua crew near East River foot of Fulton Street.
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Empire State
Ella M. Johnson
Jersey
Perry
Francis
Na U Pest
Vesters
Johnson
Job Vonnors
Empi Ericau
London
Fie
Alamity
Sulton Street
East River
Four Men Lost At Asbury Park Wreck
A schooner from New York, Marr F., wrecked near Asbury Park. Four crewmen perished Chris Britton, Ef Mete Charlie Brown, and Walter, with seven saved after waves prevented rescue. The ship ran ashore at Seventh avenue, and hotel guests using ropes aided four rescues. Damage from a fierce northeast storm swept Long Branch and Perth Amboy, destroying chimneys, uprooting trees, and wrecking boats and bathhouses.
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Hotel Geests Asbely MN
Marr F
New York
Christopher Britton
Brookyn
Charlie
Long Branch
Grand View House
Seaview Avenue
Perthambot
Trinity
Pension Tiravel
Storm Crashes Across New England Leaving Destruction
A ferocious gale swept New England causing widespread damage across New Haven and coastal towns. Elms toppled, shores wrecked, and boats destroyed or sunk. No fatalities reported though farms and beaches suffered heavy losses.
Storms and wrecks claim dozens of seafarers offshore
The report details wrecked vessels off the coast near Vineyard Haven and Orient Harbor with six men from a towing steamer reaching shore and others presumed drowned. Survivors include Albert Smith of Philadelphia. The storm also damages harbors, cabins, and a yacht. several schooners and a bridge suffer losses while coastal shipping faces heavy disruption.
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Dar
Hreman
Aibert Smith
Philadelphia
Ae Sars
Phiadelphis
Panther
Streete
Ira Udall
Coronel H. An. Pust
Acho
Orient Harbor
Laura Thompson
Mis C. Racksto
Seaford Welnedur
Baltimore
Fii
Chesapeake Bar
Clergyman in Disgrace Accused of Real Purpose Misconduct
A clergyman faces charges amid a scandal described as disgraceful misconduct. Authorities allege improper aims in a misused role, triggering internal investigations and public concern.
Regimental Trophy Winner In Ohio River Tragedy
Aug. 25 report from Carrollton Kentucky notes that three colored men drowned in the Ohio River fourteen miles north of here while riding a skid. Preachers Warfield and Skelton and a man named Willis were among the victims, all residents of Carrollton.
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Here
Ohio River
Warfield
Skelton
Willis
Carrollton
Chicago's Great Fire Leaves Five Thousand Homeless
A blaze on the Chicago riverfront destroyed blocks from Ninety-first Street toward the lake. Docks and lumber yards burned as firemen fought the vast outbreak. Estimated residence district losses reach $100,000 with industrial sites adding hundreds of thousands. no deaths reported. The Yosemite steamer assisted fire lines, racing southward to combat the flames.
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Sisal
Witek
Bufato
Central Fireria Office
Tte
Yosemite
la Salle Street
South
Chicago
Superior Avenue
Lake
Sunday Creek Cosel Company
A R. Beck
Sunday Creek Company
Sunday Creek Coal Company
Jnst
Beck Lumber Company
France does not send military attaches to German maneuver
Unclear report states France will not dispatch military attaches to the German maneuver triggering surprise in Berlin. The article notes reactions from Paris and Berlin and hints at broader diplomatic strain amid shifting alliances.
A Thousand More Iron Plant to Close Indefinitely
The large iron company and its entire plant including sand mines will shut down indefinitely. About a thousand workers will be left without employment as the plant closes. Passengers detained in New York on August 25 were examined for possible public charge after arriving on the Zaandam, with all but ten held for further checks.
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Norman W. Kittson
St. Paul Trust Company
Ilpante
Inci
Pteerace
New York
Zaandam
Se. WeGreer
Albany
McGregor
GAR
New York State Department
Grand Army
Indianapolis
Widespread Cholera Toll and River News Report
Aug 2 report details cholera fatalities and new cases across Russian governments including Moscow and Orel with dozens of deaths and hundreds of cases. Also notes new postmasters in Washington and a fatal harbor wreck near Nova Scotia alongside Naples driver strikes and a Philadelphia coroner’s verdict. General Wallace novel released in a 60,000 copy first edition in New York.
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Petersern
Orel
Boorek
Vladimir
Lomza
Moscow
Voronezh
Government of
Padulia
Yareslav
Berth
Tve
General Wallace
New York
the Prince of
India
Harpers
Senate and House battle over speaking rights and silver
In Washington the Senate and House saw populists dominate discussion. Peffer of Kansas and Stewart of Nevada clashed over floor rights with Stewart recognized after a brief dispute. Peffer then spoke on silver for three hours, joined by Nebraskan Alex. In the House Pence of Colorado strengthened populist stance as Dingley offered a measured defense amid a busy day.
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Peffer
Stewart
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Exch
Kansas Senater
Nevada
Alex
Wedlneslay
Lee Mantle
Montena
Vance
N.G
Pence
Nember
Colorado
Dingley
Useful prescriptions for skin and health from a New York World guide
An 19th century reader summary lists home remedies for dandruff, chapped hands, facial hair, nails, corns, and bunions, plus cautions about depilatories and cautions on care. It notes gentle massages and routines, seasonal wear, and a tonic hair blend. Also mentions government funding for Grant cottage care and unrelated ads and testimonials for various cures.
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