Political Turmoil And International Talks Sparked By Banquets And Boundaries
A chaotic slate of political maneuvering features Senator Mills and family intrigue, Corbett’s re election bid in Boston, a Montreal mayoral invitation for two ex presidents, and a renewed bid to settle Maryland Virginia boundaries. The report notes Greek indemnity terms and Turkish peace denial, plus a Baltimore editor’s remarks on Washington politics and Senate trust conflicts.
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Montreal
Free Speech in Germany Under Tightening Controls
The text warns of severe limits on expression in Germany under Emperor Wilhelm II. It cites fear of criticizing the Emperor, mentions a pervasive spy system, and highlights the Von Tausch trial as evidence. It contrasts with American liberties where criticism is valued and penalties would overflow prisons if applied here.
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Germany
von Tausch
Berlin
William
Free America
Wood-Sawyer
What the Conch IAS Accom Pri sed
The concert of great powers crushed Greece resuscitated Turkey and made the Czar of Russia arbiter of Europe. England has lost prestige while France appears the loser. The average Englishman condemns Britain’s role in the concert and public bitterness grows across parties. Regardless of settlement, England has missed her opportunity and the people know it.
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Levant
Greece
Turkey
Czar
Russia
Europe
England
France
Turkeys Thessaly Plans Prompt Thessaly Crisis War Fears
The article outlines rising tensions between Turkey and Greece with 200000 Turkish troops in Thessaly, Germany likely backing a permanent Turkish stay, and England and Germany threatening withdrawal from the concert if Turkey evacuates or remains. Russia hints conquest, France resists, and diplomats warn a wider European war may emerge from the dispute.
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Chessaly
Germany
England
Turkey
Thessaly
Cireles
Russia
France
Greece
Economic Upswing Report From Dun and Bradstreet
The Chattanooga Times notes strong commercial and financial returns for the week ending the Sth instant. Dun's and Bradstreet report higher volumes and improving bank earnings, with lower prices but rising quotations and more industrial loans. The paper cites nationwide improvement since December 1896 and urges optimism amid detractors.
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Chattanooga Times
Dun's
Bradstreet’s
Dun
Aura
the Times
Weyler Departs Havana As Special Commission Moves
In Havana General Weyler leaves the city the same day a special commission travels onward. The timing underscores a shift in command amid ongoing colonial tensions and administrative changes affecting Cuban affairs.
Calhoun Reports on Weyler Absence in Havana Visit
Commissioner Calhoun arrived in the city during General Weyler’s absence as Cuba’s pacification tour unfolded. The Captain General delayed meeting Calhoun due to illness, prompting questions over the timing of Weyler’s Havana return and Calhoun’s forthcoming White House report on Cuba’s state and U S policy.
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Weyler
Havana
United States
The
Washington Star
Wavana
McKinley
Cuba
Notable Bits of News and Opinions Across Cities
A collection of brief items spans New York strikes and town sports gripes, Hetty Green keeping her daughter from noble marriages, Brooklyn’s growth from 1831 to a 1.14 million population, a Walcott incident where fifteen masked temperance workers flogged a saloon keeper, microbe theory on baldness and orchestra chairs, Popocatepeti linked to an American courier project, a quip about death from Primpas, and Spain’s rising distress fueling igration via French and Portuguese harbors.
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New York City
Augusta Chronicle
Atchison Globe
Hetty Green
Florida Thimes-Herald
Brooklyn
Walcott
N. D
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Popocatapeti
Mexico
Primpas
Jack
Pillsburg News
Spain
Lilian Russell Denies Divorce and London Engagement
Lilian Russell refutes divorce reports and says she has canceled her London engagement for next season. She plans to go abroad and then return. The Queen owns about forty pet dogs with collies as favorites. Princess Ilenry of Baltenbuerg reportedly loves fox-terriers.
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Lilian Russell
London
Princess Ilenry
Baltenbuerg
Simonton
United States Circuit Court
South Carolina
Irauline von Possamner
University of
Vienna
Zurich
Denmark
Haga
Nansen
Norway
Berlin
Peter Nansen
Julia
Germany
Forcing Forward With Unabated Vigor Mens Suits Sale
Phenomenal Money Sav 98 in invites quick action for men’s washable brownish full suits and coats at One Ninety-Eight. Three suits, two outfits and a vest offer stylish cuts and durable materials in multiple sizes, with prices around Two Thirty-Seven.
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Ussort
Masses
Matchless Magnetic Price List Prompts Visit
A brief note lists every price enumerated before inviting readers to visit and see the matchless magnetic offer. The item reads like a promotional line urging inspection of prices and products.
Sailor Suits and Boys' Wear at Bargain Prices
Variety of children's suits in sizes up to age 16 with sailor collars and reefers. Prices range from 68c to 97c, with details on fabrics, trims, and durable construction for year round wear. Includes brownish stripe designs and plaid wool options.
Bargain Suits Highlight Budget Men’s Wear Line
An advertisement promotes $4.97 men suits in cassimeres and cheviots including blue serges and wrack wn designs. It claims real worth in ready to wear versus inferior cuts and notes assorted patterns, nonstandard sizes, and substantial cloth value.
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