Royal couple completes globe tour aboard Ophir
After touring Canada from coast to Alberta and the Northwest Territories the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York sail home on the royal yacht Ophir. They will return to England having completed a full round the world voyage from Liverpool this March 16.
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Canada
Alberta
Northwest Territories
Duke and Duchess of Cornwall
York
Ophir
England
Liverpool
Efforts to Pardon Porter in Delaware Action
Wilmington Del Oct 25 L Irving Handy will apply to the board of pardons on November 5 for a pardon for James Porter alias Pottsville Red who is serving a three year sentence in New Castle jail after conviction for involvement in a robbery at the Bavarian Brewery on May 8 1899. Chicago Oct 25 A jury in Judge Bishops court awarded Albert C Whitney 30000 damages in his suit against Sigmund A Schmidt wholesale dry goods dealer of New York for alleged alienation of his wife's affections.
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Porter
Wilmington
Del
L. Irving Handy
Board of Pardone
James Porter
Pottsville Red
New Castle
Chicago
Bishop
Albert C. Whitney
Sigmund A. Schmidt
New York
Czolgosz Execution Date Set for Tuesday Morning
Albany Oct 25 Warden Mead fixed Tuesday for the execution of Czolgosz to align with state practice on electrocution. The court had ordered execution in the week starting Oct 28 with the warden empowered to choose the day. Witnesses must gather at 6 39 AM. Invitations issued number 26 and are non transferable.
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Albany
Mead
Czolgosz
Auburn Penitentiary
Carlisle's Celebration Ends With Firemen Parade
Carlisle Pa Oct 25 1930s residents witnessed the second sesquicentennial celebration with 33 000 visitors and 40 bands including the large firemen parade. More than 3 000 men marched as the town lit up and five band concerts ran simultaneously marking Carlisle's greatest demonstration.
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Harrisburg
Hagerstown
Winchester
Chambersburg
Gettysburg
York
Steelton
Middletown
Hummelstown
Wrightsville
Hanover
Mechanicsburg
Shippensburg
Greencastle
Newville
Mt. Holly
Schley Testimony Details Santiago Campaign Defense
Rear Admiral Schley testified in the court of inquiry on the Santiago battle and Cervera's fleet’s destruction. He described May 21 to May 23 movements, orders from Sampson, and discussions with Lieutenants Hood and Wood, asserting discipline and doubt over others’ recollections, while noting signals, torpedo boat commands, and coordination with insurgents.
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Santiago
Cienfuegos
Brooklyn
Cienfuewug
James J Hill Plans Big Rail Merger Bid
James J Hill, St Paul railroad magnate, reportedly plans a major deal to control securities of Northern Pacific and Great Northern railroads through a Blagle corporation. The move aims to extend influence across key lines and expand holdings amid ongoing industry consolidation.
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James J. EL
St. Paul
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Otter
Uo Blagle Corporation
Vivid Navy Infield Dispatches From Spanish American War
The testimony recounts harsh seas off Cienfuegos and damaged guns aboard a collier. Admiral Schley discusses signals, code secrecy, and the voyage to Santiago while debating orders and dispatch correctness. He confirms no disobedience in his conduct and notes debates with McCalla and Cotton. The court adjourned after review.
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Havana
Minneapolis
Yale
St. Paul
Sigsbee
Eabiber
Harvard
Cotton
Schley
Santiago
Admiral Schley
McCalla
Navy Department
Ringo
Hosiery Mill Burned in Pottstown Fire
Pottstown Pennsylvania October 25 a fire destroyed the Park hosiery mills and two dwelling houses. The mill employed 159 hands and the loss is estimated around 2900 dollars. Fire origin undetermined.
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Pottstown
Park Hosiery
Barrel ride down Nine Mile Falls survivor vows no return
Mrs Taylor rode a barrel through Canadian rapids for a mile ending at Maid of the Mist. Though crushed neck feared, doctors report her condition not serious. she slept or prayed during the descent and may recover in days. The 4.5 by 3 foot barrel escaped severe rocks and was recovered ashore at 4 49. She thanked helpers and said she would not do it again unless to help financially.
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Adula
Jamaica
Santiago
Cienfuegos
McCain
Ani Ialann
Nineara Falls
Canandia
Sultte
Sue
Taylor
Wedding Guests Poisoned at Cass Corners
Ninety guests fell ill after a wedding at Cass Corners near Bath New York with doctors summoned to Cass Corners Campbell Creek Buck Settlement and South Howard. Over fifty attendees including the officiating clergyman Rev George Scherer were prostrated after the event at the home of James M Thomas.
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Bath
Cass Corners
Campbell Creek
Buck Settlement
South Howard
Clarence Carr
Nellie Thomas
James M. Thomas
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