Friedland and Napoleon Decisive in a Political Sense
George Kilmer analyzes the 1807 Friedland battle in Poland near the Baltic, comparing its military drama to future campaigns. He argues the political effects surpassed battlefield outcomes, noting Napoleon’s communications with Joseph and the later reversals at Leipzig, with Russians led by Barclay de Tolly and Kondratiev maneuvers around Königsberg and the Neman front.
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Friedland and the turning point in Napoleons career
The article analyzes Friedland as a pivotal yet not world altering moment in Napoleon Bonaparte’s era. It notes Friedland marked the culmination of his career as a military adventurer and that even if Napoleon had won, broader European history might still have shifted, with potential effects on Spain, Austria, and Britain. It recounts the 1807 Tilsit interviews with Alexander I, Napoleon’s reserved reception, and the lasting impact on European power balances.
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Tilsit and Napoleon in the Eyes of Contemporaries
A chronicler recalls the 1807 Tilsit meeting and its aftermath. Napoleon and Queen Louisa of Prussia formed a wary accord while fears and ambitions shaped the uneasy bond among Napoleon, Alexander I, and Frederick William III. The piece notes later reversals as foes turned conquerors, with Prussia’s fate tied to Napoleon’s fortunes.
Morgan of Alabama Profiles a Legendary Senate Orator
The piece chronicles John T Morgan of Alabama noted for long speeches in the U.S. Senate. It recounts his endurance during late night sessions, his rise from feeble childhood, his memory and command of public issues, and a famed anecdote with General McArthur. It mentions his Lincoln assassination era rumors, Codfish quip with Hoar, and his street naming at John Marshall Place.
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Lumber Prospects In Peru For Amazon Trade
A Daily Consuant report notes Peru could profit from Amazon lumber. It cites Tait lumber supply providing thousands of feet yearly and suggests a modern sawmill run by lumbermen could succeed with local timber, despite indor and export challenges. Siberian Railway expansion also mentioned as a broader connectivity note.
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Metcalf's Washington Return After James River Trip
Secretary of the Navy Metcalf and party returned to Washington after a voyage down the Potomac Chesapeake Bay and up the James River. Heavy fog and rain hindered navigation and delayed their return to the Dolphin until late Wednesday, prompting inquiries about their whereabouts but no concern in the Navy Department.
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Baseball scores from yesterday across leagues
American League games Cleveland U Athletics 3 Chicago 1 New York 3 Washington Detroit rain Boston St Louis not scheduled National League Philadelphia 2 Judkiya 2 Boston 1 Pittsburgh New York rain Tri State Lancaster 5 Garrisburg 1 Williamsport 2 Johnstown Trenton rain Altoona Wilmington rain Atlantic Chester 3 Newark 0 Pottsville 3 Brooklyn 0 Reading Easton 5 Allentown 7 Elizabeth 4 first game Allentown 4 Elizabeth 4 second game 11 innings darkness Cincinnati Chicago
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Burglar Shot at Home As Hat Is Found Marred
Newark reports a burglar possibly shot in the head after breaking into Ernest Driscoll's home. Driscoll fired when confronted. the burglar fled, hat riddled with shot found atop a plate. Hospitals warned to watch for the injured man. In Winsted a red car ban is tested as a bullish chase continues. Hor nung arrested in New York for forgery worth $8,000 with total forgeries $11,600. Austin grants pardon to John J. Aiken for murder 35 years past. Henry Smith pleads guilty to embezzlement at Lancaster Bank and receives seven years.
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Bees Toss Drones From Hives Amid Long Cold Spell
Beaver Falls correspondent reports bees in Bix Leaver township are busy dragging out drones from hives due to ongoing cold weather. The act, usually a fall practice, signals pessimism about a summer by the insect colony.
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