Weyler Dispatch Reports Cuban Front Actions and Casualties
A late 19th century dispatch from Havana dated February 1 reports new Spanish commandant details from Cuba and describes military operations near Haivana Vapore and San Antonio de Las Yexuue with hundreds of troops. The report notes rebels killed and wounded and rail line actions around La Moltpe Las Vewis and nearby towns.
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Washington
Cuba
Hiawina
Ahm
Flavina
Datntaene
Dart
Emery
Calotel Sepura
Guy Sin Antonia
San Pelle
Chiles
Colin
Wulonel Seeuiea
la Moltpe Ile Las Vewis
Chester Tee
Gerrits
Cobre
Wey
Lidia
Pavan Te San Wolly
Turbulent Spanish Cuban War Dispatches and Local Strife
Reports detail Spanish operations against Cuban rebels near Porvenir and Gibomos, with reinforcements under Generals and Governor Weyler. Celestial cites describe troop movements, fortifications around Ulm Pro and Marianne, and rising tensions as civilians react to Weyler's proclamations. The piece notes a stalled carnival due to money shortages and sugar estate outputs at Toledo.
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Linares Pi
Giomes
Wis
Porvenic
Cibomiso
Jueal de
Tte
King Bix
Qhenm
Tessoy Orneeret
Greg
Paris
Mareo
Crone
Poe
Felipe Ohroe
Leeho
At & Phee
Vaijor
Gaulivedt
Lainie
Clie
Miioeo
Cheweet Jini
Castilhe
Aguirre
Sahote
Ulm
Vihiee Ts Yow
Vandwang
Tmavann
Toledo
Tate
Voters On Pennsylvania Island Estate Guards 3000 Troops
Fragmentary estate election notes from Philadelphia area recount local results. Clark of Pennsylvania Elections notes a guarded estate near Havane with 3000 troops. City races show Republicans prevailing in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh with notable majorities.
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Island
Havane
Clark
National Benevolent Order Convenes Delegates In Philadelphia
The National Benevolent Association of the United Amelias Meeks holds its biennial convention in Philadelphia with delegates from every state and territory. The combined assets stand at about 1.0 million dollars, with $500,000 in benefits and relief over the past year. Delegates will gather Friday after travel from Pennsylvanian and New Jersey contingents. events include a Feb 2 music hall gathering and a February 3 business session.
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United
Amelia Meeks
Nmi
Bree Sealey
Mansie
Pennsybhua
Heise
Livnen
Philadelphia
New
Mavtiey
Aliens of Music
Omer
Ian
Dow
Basiness
Academy
wuMlivers
Untitled Train Wreck Report From New York to Philadelphia
The article describes a derailment near Dolowitz and a car collision causing multiple injuries and fatalities. A woman named John Lewis from Tingnanton died after the wreck, and the train toppled with twisted rails and broken equipment. Passengers reacted with shock as the train derailed and workers struggled to manage the scene.
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Miles
N.ov
Howele
John Lewis
Tingnanton
Delog
Tito
Mulled Report of a Fatal Train Accident
A foggy February day ends in tragedy as a steam bog derailment injures and kills several workers. Witnesses describe a sudden crash on a snow covered bank where men attempt escape as emergency crews respond.
Naval Programme Advances in Parliament
London reports discuss the Admiralty plan proposed by First Lord WH Anno. The government seeks funds for four battleships four armored cruisers four light cruisers and sixty smaller vessels to strengthen naval power.
Five Bodies Recovered From Die Volena Fire
Five bodies were recovered from the Die Volena fire in Newcastle on February 1. Four were identified while the fifth could not be recognized. The town remains crowded with visitors as debris and logs from the fire are estimated to exceed sixty.
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Newcastle
Col
Die Volena
Senate tackles petitions on beer sale and pensions debate
Washington February 19 Senate members discuss petitions on beer sales to immigrants and health effects, plus many bills including pensions for widows of generals and officials. The House handles patent law extension and tax provisions while committee actions and amendments unfold.
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Washington
Senate
New York Harbor
Hedon
Pepe
Varius
New York
Catuivbh
Congress
Gostemu
Bela
Mir. Wolcott
Colorado
Postoriics Committee
Tate
Carter
Hepa
Menin
Lodge
Thvines Committee
I. Kins
Ciailingwr
Friends of the Cylin
Merkan
Norrow
Nak
Mreyvet
Ipu- Hive
General Co
M. Poe
Henerw
Hunt Cheneral Clitan
Hoseph
Blige Sanford
Chery Morrow
Amm
Amman
Allen
Berry Quesnel
Committee
Walter Q. Chesham
Mr. Voorhees
Hilde Nye Paralyzed in Asheville From Illness
Feb 19 Asheville sees news that Hilde Nye a prominent local figure has suffered a serious illness at his home. Reports from Asheville list his condition as critical with doctors hoping for recovery while his daughters Miss Minnie Nye and Miss Saye travel from Washington to be at his bedside.
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Asheville
Buehshowls
Plashchin
Minnie Aid Esale Saye
Washington
Violence claims amid Homestead era unrest at Maryland hospital
Private law notes a notorious Homestead strike figure shot in the abdomen at the Maryland University Hospital. Doctors fear injuries may prove fatal as the victim, Bulbine Mak, remains hospitalized after a fall. Charles Arndt, involved in the confrontation, was knocked down and later fled the scene.
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Bulbine
Toms
Maryland University
Lewis
Charles Arndt
Arndt
Pert
Mba
Unclear Prison Deposit Report From New York Emits Jumble
A garbled OCR note from New York records deposits related to prisoners of war and related accounts. The fragmentary text mentions Hearky Sh and various bonds, deposits, and approvals without coherent details or clear identities.
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New York
Morenn & Co
Swannang Ardo Thong Asheville Court Case Details
The report notes a criminal case involving a public officer and a county or city, with references to judge Neyilie and misconduct allegations. It mentions a dismissal and ongoing proceedings, with mentions of parliamentary or council leadership figures and a tense legal atmosphere surrounding the case.
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Abbet Salt
St. Joule
Neyilie
Rockin
Presiento
Mogrd
Apgainet
Chapebty
Saddlery Firm in New York Faces Assignment
R Langer & Co importers and dealers of saddlery and hardware at 67 Mureny Street are assigned to day. The firm, among the oldest in the city, has operated eighty two years through Mr. Langer's grandfather. Liabilities are about $150 000 and dull trade plus poor collections cited as causes.
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Tc Saddiery Tires
New York
Laqner & Co
Vno Saddlery Awne Hardware
Mureny Street
Fim
Laqner
Bold Fight Hurdle Fails to Deliver at Madison Square Garden
Reporting from Paso Texas on February 1 details a chaotic boxing scene where crowd tension rose as bouts collapsed into confusion. Promoter Maher and officials faced critical scrutiny as spectators demanded clarity on outcomes and future scheduling for the heavyweight matchups.
Deaths follow gas leak and line of duty in Wilkesport
Five men identified as HEE MEN ASP, Wilkesport crew members and others were killed when a pipe escaped gas into a room where they were working. The men, all married with large families, were found dead later this afternoon. In other notes the National Republican League executive committee scheduled its national convention in Milwaukee for August 26, 27 and 28, aiming for a large demonstration. Surgeon General Castillo and Mstrada Palma depart on the Olivette from Tampa for Washington tonight.
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Wilkesperte
Ceorpe
Moswell
John Aerby
Max- Worl
Conpany
Pbs Iy
Nationnalepublican League
Chloe
Helth
National Republican League
Milwaukee
League
Rotenda Palma
Washington
Mey Wear
Fla
Castillo
Mstrada Palma
Olivette
Tampa
Secretary Carlisle Defies Interference in Kentucky Senate Row
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 10 Secretary Carlisle declines to influence the Kentucky Senate vote on Democratic members who opposed Blackburn. The letter to Senator Blackburn defends noninterference and asserts members act in concert with constituents. Carlisle condemns any external pressure while praising the senators for honoring their duties.
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Carlinie
Mhukfort
Goe- Veldust
TNC
Wwtter
Carlinle
Blackburn
Aly
Giawbel
Westeem
Ghoelel
Pionion
Benator Blackburn
Washington
Kentucky
Miasanieh
Five Genenion
Boone Methine
Pepresale
Elronmstinneos
Ton Bownd
Gil Iotis
Ageen
Olpel
Senate of the
United States
Carlisle
Ioeston
le Maretin
Uton
Fenton Simms
Ohliers
Pignkfort
Brankfort
Syppartereo Seandor
Telia
Corhishe
Domes Abelegartion
Clara Barton Charitas Cable Dispatch Reveals Aid Distribution Doubts
Fragmentary telegraph excerpt dates to February 19 1896 in New York mentioning Clara Barton President of the American National Red Cross. The dispatch suggests concerns about prompt and wise distribution of funds to Armenians and references Mr Terrell United States Minister to Peru.
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Spencer Pogk
New York
Clara Barton
Terrell
United States
Charitas
Ameren
Very Last Chance Straughter In Yo Pweg
Lot of discounted underwear items offered for quick sale marked down to low prices. Shirts, drawers, and pants advertised with dramatic discounts, plus specific reductions on linen bosoms and ladies’ wear. Store location listed at 174 Main Street and other items in the sale.
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Straughter
R.A. Saunders
Levy Broad
Main Street
Justine Jadles
Southern States Exposition delegates arrive in Chicago
The Chicago Souths States Exposition opens with Southern delegates arriving in winter weather. Officials welcome them at Palmer House and set up a joint committee to plan an exhibition to boost direct trade with Chicago. Delegates from Tennessee, Alabama, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, Kentucky, Louisiana, Texas and other states participate as Chicago leaders outline next steps.
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Chicago
Representa
Palmer House
Southland
Ahama
J. Howls
Tulladega
Myer
Montgomery
Kentucky
Walter T. Ritchie
Ludlam Thoms Davis
Maysville
WN. Wartwell
William T. Ralph
P. N. Clark
Louisvillle Board of Trade
H.T. Groom
Lexington
Daniel Heller
New Orleans
Coorehi
Howard
Stafford
Augustia
B. Woodruft
Macon
W. A. Simmons
Florida
Swift
Chicapo
Helmy
Grand Army
W. A. Giles
Patrick Walsh
C. A. Collier
HH. Stafford
W. H. Harper
Georgia
Malcom McNeil
Col. H. L. Turner
Aly O'Nlock
Deale
Augusta
Gay
Malcolm McNeil
Honard R. Stafford
Walsh
South
Wns
Thas
Pollows
Vom Cirago
W. P. Halliday
William A. Giles
Charles Fitesimmons
W. M. Lawrence
W. A. Alex>ainder
Mississippi
W. PP. Ralph
Morris Schawa
Barker
Louisiana
B. Szess
Texas
Westminster Gazette Urges Joint British and American Commission
The Westminster Gazette urges Lord Salisbury to reply promptly to a proposal for a joint British and American commission on the Venezuela dispute. It states England is free to accept America's conciliation proposal, with Venezuela possibly objecting to handling the matter jointly. A stock exchange rumor mentions Delagoa Bay purchases by Britain.
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English Journala
Salisbury
America
London
The
Westminster’ Gazette
Lord’ Salisbury
Great Britain
England
Venezuela
Stock Exchange
Delagoa, Bay
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Omecer
ouoOrs
Penn
Penneylyvania
Hirty
Lin
PHI Phin
Insey
Warwick
Amy
Pittsburg
Ennadi Wes
Varnedida
Pes
Cornell
Pour Lundernen
Ellis Island
Senator Hill
Sigmers of
Petitous
House
My. Theo. Burns
Cannan Repo
Els
Welleleney i
Hilde Nye
Homerton Shottan
ORD
J. Mori
Deg Newrty
Tie Deldoweem
Swannang Ardo Thong
Not
Shearer
Doetadi
Mibet
Stlothpan
Momoniinee
Gem
Fitzsimmons
Duttines Ie Ff
Paso
Tex
Nienay
Terry Bole
Wwe
Tigi Conmco
Downeduay
Inequuikly
Hoover Sed Weenie Ltd
Mexico
Maher
Baeler
Las Cruces
Southern
Associated Press
Pawel
Poul Bey
Vielbors
AL Gener Mabry
Marahal Hall
New Menxieu
Seharpe
Nexans Rangers
Diele
Peter Maher
Martien
Wii
Clara Tarton
Ar- Pen
Chow Dogten
Ted Cys
Dnnis
Virginia
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