Disastrous Collision Off Yokohama In 1900s Telegraphic Account
Telegraph report from Bombay agent describes the January collision near Yokohama between the Bombay and the Oneida. Oneida sank with 115 crew and Marines lost. 61 escaped from two boats. Bombay unharmed. Names of drowned officers not known. Also includes passages on American labor conditions and Mesmer’s politics.
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Conspiracy of Silence Between Two Ladies and London Journals
A letter argues that major London papers suppress opposing views on social reform. Harriet Martineau and Josephine Eli accuse Pall Mall Gazette and Daily News of rejecting letters against Acts championed by Berkeley Hill, urging both sides be heard to protect free press integrity and public debate.
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Berkeley Hill, and Refused To Insert An Answer Written By Dr. ©. Bell Taylor
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Bradford Ladies Petition Repeal of Contagious Diseases Act
Bradford women have organized petitions demanding repeal of the Contagious Diseases Act. On Saturday two petitions were sent to W E Forster, each carrying 6000 signatures, one to the Lords and one to the Commons.
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Tea adulteration scandal prompts city action
Dr Letheby reports poor quality Chinese tea exports. Samples of “fine Moning cangou” show rotten leaves and foul odor. The material comes from Shanghai heaps exposed to dogs and pigs, sold at public sale for adulteration. City moves to halt further sale as seven million pounds are said to be en route from China.
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