Relief of Americans in Cuba Stirs Cabinet Talks in Washington
Washington May 14 1897 President McKinley weighs sending a message to Congress on the Cuban question after Cabinet discussions and consular reports from Cuba. He aims to relief starving Americans while avoiding warlike language. State Department and Treasury officials briefed, with a possible address to Congress planned soon.
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Washington
McKinsey
Cuba
Messia
Miemrine
Congress
Cenerad
Spain
Sherman
Jurlog
Staty
Gulba
Sec Erary
Messuyro
New Orleans Cotton Statement Shows Decline In Weekly Movements
Secretary Iles ter reports a weekly cotton statement with falls in movement and receipts across U S ports. Total movement since September reaches 8,227,121 against 9,005,111 last year and 9,786,? from prior year, while foreign exports and mill takings show shifts. Increases and declines are noted across regions and ports as the season advances.
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New Orleans
Ilester
United States
Makinea
Bank Earnings Report Sees Mixed Weekly Totals
New York May 14 bank earnings show a weekly total of dubious numbers with exclusive figures totaling 447,806,208 dollars and unclear percentages. The report cites ongoing depreciation and fragmentation in the market, highlighting earnings as volatile and hard to interpret.
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New York
Ilecradgsee
Local court hears assault case and fines levied in Petersburg
In Petersburg May 14 a well known denier David Alles and William Lis faced the mayor’s court for assaulting Cape Wo Met Canee, a Monon Coup member. Valley and Elis were fined seven dollars each and appealed to the circuit court as testimony crowded the courtroom. The Parks vs Peephontas company case proceeded to jury but was postponed to the next term. Attorney Carke, of Prince George county, collapsed on the court porch and required medical care. A separate suit by Teowid Pavey for personal damages is set for the next term.
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Metersburg
Mase
Peelan
David Alles
William Lis
Cape Wo
Canee
Seceand Street
Nowing
Sieneh
Valley
Elis
Pustines Court
Parks
Peephontas
Otten Malis Company
Taflwell Geree
Mir Delin
Carke
George County
Homie Tela
Potershuren
Woot Meitennen
Hustines
Teowid Pavey
Fmlocu
Asponttive
Bentive
Jady
Spain Reports No Change in U S Attitude Says Madrid
A dispatch from Madrid to the Standard notes Spain has received no official indication of a change in the U S position regarding the Cuban debt dispute. It adds Spanish Minister Weeks in Washington reports President Meineler and Secretary Sherman continuing to exchange views, with Friday’s press echoing unease as talks proceed.
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London
Standard
Minedrid
United States
Cubs
Serge Loni
Weekingtop
Desperate Battle Near Nicapolis and Weeks Area
A May 14 dispatch reports desperate fighting near Girtborea on the road two s pada. Greek forces attack Turkish positions with brigades, cavalry, and artillery. Greeks briefly breach the first line, suffer heavy losses, and the fight continues as the dispatch is filed.
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Arta
Girtborea
Spada
Mies
The Purks Retire Domokos May 1 7 P M
The Turks have retired in the direction of Phare los.
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Domokos
Pharelos
Ageerciian Victory at Ambracsia Sought
A damaged report from Arta dated May 4 describes naval and land actions near Nikeopolis and Nicodpolis. Turkish forces attack inside the walls while combatants on the Gribora front face heavy shelling and nightfall ends engagements, with moves aimed at nearby targets Ambracsia and Nrevesea as darkness falls.
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Arta
Gribora
Lilla
Nicodpolis
Ambracsia
Flirmey
Altick
Nikeopolis
Nrevesea
Dente Lighada
Resumption of Offensive War Hampers Peace Talks
London telegraph reports Greek commanders aim to seize Turkish positions in Thessaly to show they remain undefeated. Premier Tall says humanitarian aims justify Pystrus advance but supports armistice only after negotiations. Greece wishes to confine actions to a limited area and seeks to avoid prolonging the war while Turkey may respond with renewed offensives in Thessaly. The unrest risks delaying any peace settlement as both sides maneuver for advantage.
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London
Sot Allens
al. Tall
Cyne
Thessaly
Turkey
Landon May 15: Peace basis decided by decree
Fragmentary text reports a formal declaration by a French official on May 15 in Landon. It describes a decision on peace terms presented by M. Chimben and a Welsh or British governor, citing adherence to a peaceful basis. The wording is garbled but centers on a declared settlement.
Turco Greek Front Still Static as Turkish Forces Readjust
London May 11 reports show the Turco Greek front at Epirus remains largely unchanged since yesterday. Turkish units have withdrawn toward Temia to stay in closer touch with General Sinalenski while Greek forces press attempts toward Janina but face regular Turkish replies. The Greek advance has stalled again, suggesting disruptions within Turkish forces at Epirus.
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London
lMscent
Mpicns
Cervicin
Chon
Conmstantine
Temia
Tto
Sinalenski
Turk’eh
Mdhem Pasha
Tek Kala
Volo
Alam
Epirus
Teepolis
Epira
Janina
No clear headline from fragmented report on Turkey tensions
Fragmented text mentions officers, Janina, Constantinople, and Turkey related tension. It hints fear of a nine month period and forces in the region, but lacks coherent details or a definite event to confirm.
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Janina
Turkey
Bulesartia
Perplexed Sultan Hears Telegraphic Peace Proposals
London dispatch reports Constantinople sources saying the Sultan faces pressure from telegraphic and military ideological influence urging leniency to Greece as a mock victory. French envoy and minister predict an early restoration of normal conditions with peace talks near.
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London
Times
Constantinople
Greece
Adee
M An. Bon
Addres
Valeny
Rehay
Greek protest to powers over Turkish seizure of merchantmen
A Athens dispatch to the Daily Telegraph says the Greek government has learned Turkey will resume dealing against Turkish merchant ships, and Foreign Minister M Skouloudis will protest to the powers.
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London
Mary
Pelegraph
Athens
Turkey
Thert M. Skouloudis
Smolenski Dismisses Army Punishment Threats
London May 1h report from the Vienna correspondent of the Daly News states General Smolensk has dismissed certain senior officers and holds death threats over mutinous troops, aiming to punish those among his forces.
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London
Vienna
Daly News
Smolensk
Military railway disaster strikes St. Petersburg region
A May 1 to 4 ordeal near St. Petersburg involved a railway accident in a military area. At least two soldiers died and sixty were seriously injured as crews and authorities battled amid chaos.
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St. Petersburg
Westbound Wells Fargo robbery near San Antonio
The West bound Souther Preeth Passenger train was boarded by masked men about 20 miles west of San Antonio, as it pulled from a town. Three robbers forced the express car doors, opened safes, and took around 7000 dollars while the train was damaged by explosions. Investigators believe the band fled north, with possible ties to a recent incident from New Mexico.
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San Antonio
Tex
Tihe
Wlhgaler
Wry
Wells Rars
Theers
Geadige
New Mexico
Ex Senator Rech Ald Cohe Dead in Texas
Former U S Senator Richard Coke died at Presque in Texas as a veteran from Williasburg. He was born in Virginia and studied law at Alamance College before entering the Confederacy. Coke later moved to Waco where he served in state and national offices, including the U S Senate from 1871 to 1877. The state funeral is planned with comment from Mills and Houry.
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Waco
Tex
Pfarmer
United States
Hichard Coke
Pitasom
Wetmied Genet
Ninshey
Oa. A
Mills Anchift
Coke
Willaisbuye
Tage
Nivel
Waea
Connedierate
Sim
Cleneral Sheridan
Senate
Mirela
Dsva
Nonsensical OCR Summary of Early Aerial Maneuver Report
An unreadable OCR fragment describes a team and airship activity near Madison, referencing wind, ships, and machinery. It mentions observers Hayane Belline and Tom Wyrdat and hints at experimental efforts involving wind and propulsion, with several unclear measurements and possible adjustments.
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Nasuville
Bar
Madison
Elgy
Rosebud Event Reported in Failing Text
Fragmentary OCR note from Rosebud Texas describes a violent incident with named individuals, including Stewart and others, tied to a failed theft scheme. The readable portions mention an attack on officers and a hangin style outcome, with a daughter of William Contes referenced as the intended victim.
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Rosebud
Tex
Psiye Cathor
Kenry Wit
Toms
Sade Stewart
Viethn
William Contes
White
Fastest of Her Class Ravemed de Rew por Wews Stat
Report from May 14 at Bridgeport-Coum on the speed trial of a vessel named Nashvilles. The fastest pace reached 15.07 knots with an elapsed thirty mile run of one hour thirty five minutes and thirty six seconds. The helm adjustments and excellent construction praised. Commander Washburn Alaviid to assume command after acceptance trials.
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Bridgeport, Coum
Uriak
Nashvills
Newert
Conmander Washburn
Iens Baer
Washington President McKinley arrives in city for monument ceremonies
President McKinley and Cabinet officers arrive in Philadelphia for Washington monument events. They are greeted at the Union League and Walton Hotel by university and church officials. A banquet followed by a reception attracted hundreds despite rain. The Stars and Stripes Forever played at the Academy of Music as festivities continued into evening.
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Philadelphia
McKinley
Photart
Leos
Washington Monument
Padley
Poxas
Walton
CL Stuart Pisttersen
Uniden League
Atei Sinioeyi
Pollownes
LucSsts
Etty
Bease
Captain Remeyn faces dismissal from the army after trial
The Port McPherson court martial of Captain Hievey Remeyn Fifth Infantry concluded that he was guilty of a serious offense against Lieutenant Oliver in his company. General Morrie Townd reportedly sent the case papers to Washington, indicating a likely dismissal from the service under military regulations.
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Washtorton
Hievey Remevn
Fifth Infantry
Port McPherson
Tin
MM. Oflivien
Remeyn
Ibly
Department
Conchet
Aone Henman
Moonay
Miss Pria testant Pipiscopal Bishop of Mississippi Given Canterbury Sermon
Amecvicum Bishop Bonored, duckson, Miss May 144 rhe Itreht was invited to preach at St. Pauls Cathedral London on June 2. The sermon by Bishop Thompson highlighted the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts as the oldest missionary group, which helped establish Trinity Church in New York about two centuries ago.
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Duluth
Si Tul
Minneapolis
Kansas City
New York
Hincanelas
Liverpool
Canada
Duckson
Miss
Tineh Aber Thompson
Mississippi
Canterbury
Society
St. Paul's Cathedral
London
Trinity Church
Thompson
Lambeth Conference Ending Nears With Likely Proposals
Fragmentary notes indicate the Lambeth Conference is near completion with expected proposals shaping relations between bishops and the Anglican Communion. The document hints at adjustments within the church’s structure as June closes and daily sessions proceed.
Unclear quotes from May Chalverton on Senate inquiry
A distorted account cites May Chalverton stating intent to serve a thirty day sentence and seeking a pardon. He says he has no blame and will not appeal, while acknowledging friends may seek clemency. Wires report interview details remain garbled and uncertain.
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New York
Chalverton i
Whros
Senate
Suse Trust
Dnvestisathon
THY
Wraa
Dave Dai Petsoumvedg
Dave
Supreme Council of ASPA Adjourns in Washington
The Supreme Council of the American Protective Association met in Washington on May 11 and announced no changes to the constitution. President's salary raised to 2300, Secretary to 2000, and decisions to organize a major feature of the order were left to the executive board. The body adjourned to meet again next year with resolutions on Senator Morgan's Cuban policy and criticism of statements by Shera about Catholics in the U S service.
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Washington
American Protective Association
Enilar
Senator Morgan
Shera
Tambert's Mont Tresbyteriin ehbureh Services for Sunday May
Divine services and Sunday school announced at Second Presbyterian Church. Rev. Ch Bo Diana will preach at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Wl OW. Moore of Union Theological Seminary will speak at 4 a.m. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Young People's meeting at 7:15 p.m. All are invited.
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Tambert
Dl Alm
Bo Diana
Union
Three Young Sons of Northhampton Man Die in Dog Attack
In Pitten Foy Daye Prederteksdorpes Virginia on May 33 relatives report George Tankard of North Amherst with three sons mauled by a dog. All three boys developed androphobia with the eldest beyond recovery and the two younger severely affected. Mrs. Washington Hunt of Capeville is the boys grandfather and known in Norfolk where he has many friends.
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Prederteksdorpes
Tatel- Iienes
George Tankard
North Ampton County
Washington Hunt
Capeville
Norfolk
Wreeld Reports Sunk Sloop Off Cove Point
Captain Vivian Tillins of the tug May Russell reports the mast of a Sloop protruding above water in the track of steamers near Cove Point. The wreck lies about one mile northeast of Cove Point in about nine fathoms of water and appears attached to no vessel.
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Vivian Tillins
May Russell
Cove Point
Baltimore Sun
Eminent Minister to Preach at First Presbyterian
The many friends of Rev. W W Moore DD CL LE of Union Theological Seminary will be glad to learn he is to preach tomorrow morning and evening at the First Presbyterian church. It is not often we hear such a distinguished and delightful speaker as Dr Moore.
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W. WW. Moore
DD. C
Union Theologiea
Semingey
First Presbyterian Church
Moore
Fire causes small blaze at 71 Tume Street
A slight fire at a two story brick dwelling No 71 Tume Street caused an alarm this morning. The downtown fire department responded with only the chemical engine in service and stated the damage to be nominal.
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T'ume
de Parte
Governor issues requisition for Jon L Yeates
In Richmond Ohio May 14 Governor O Peryall issued a requisition to Ohio for the rendition of Jon L Yeates who is charged with malicious wounding with intent to murder and killing. Yeates is wanted in Franklin County where he shot Constable W T Buckner in December 1895 while Buckner attempted to arrest him for a misdemeanor. Yeates is reported in custody at Woodfield Ohio.
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Richmond
O'Peryall
Ohio
Jon L. Yeates
Yates
Franklin County
W. Tf. Buckner
Woodstfield
Mallory Elected U S Senator After 20 Ballots
Stephen Mallory of Pensacola won the United States Senate seat on the 20th ballot amid a long contest that began April 20. Mallory secured 63 votes with W. 10 Chipley at 44 and Call at 1, marking his second term in Congress.
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Tallahinassea
Mia
Stephen TH. Mallory
Pensacola
United States
Mallory
Chipley
Call
Congress
Concert and cigar sale for Norfolk truckers at Ocean View
A Sunday event at Ocean View features the Naval Post band with twenty musicians. Proceeds benefit Norfolk county truckers and nearby communities. The notice promotes Beecham's pills as a remedy for the blues and mentions a popular honeysuckle six cent cigar.
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Ocean View
Naval Post
Norfolk County
J. S
Church Street
Political outlook and party clashes in Virginia race
Richmond May 14 1897 The State Democratic Committee plans a May meeting with many prominent Democrats to discuss platform and primaries The Republican convention likely to be held in Sutton with Col Lamb pushing a convention and possible split with Geld Democrats shaping a third ticket The rival Lamb and anti Lamb factions wage bitter war as gubernatorial canvass stirs factions and nominating fight looms
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Richmond
State
Democratic Committee
Lib
Sutton
Ely
Coronel Lamb
Stolonel Lamb
Mysterious Death At Seven Pines Farm
George Lalty of Richmond found dead on his Seven Pines farm this morning. Initial foul play suspected but later ruled out as apoplexy. The event involved a late evening walk to the field and his setter dog left by his cart. Boalta reportedly spent three times weekly at the farm. he resided in the city with a wife and two children.
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Mix George Lalty
Richmond
Seven Pines
Roltz
Tel
WCTU gratitude for newspaper support of fund drive
At the weekly WCTU meeting a vote of thanks extended to the daily papers for generous space devoted to the arrival of home meres and for aiding fund raising for drinking fountains. Merchants applauded for ads though some declined. donations welcomed via Mrs. A. C. Miley at Bank Street Norfolk Va.
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Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Komemeres
Manny
Norfolk
A. C
Miley
Bank Street
Revival Meetings At Freemason Street Church Growing
Services at Freemason Street Church of Christ nightly draw growing interest and power. Hoy delivers a strong discourse. last night’s theme was Procrastination. All who can should attend to hear him. Services tonight at 8 o'clock.
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Freemason Street
Church of Christ
Clarrlson
Exports of Coal Cleared by William Lamb & Co for Castner & Curran
Week ending May 1th reports by William Lamb & Co as agents for Castner and Curran show total exports of coal reaching 32,40714 tons with daily clearances noted. Delays and unexplained figures appear in the reflected totals, indicating administrative adjustments or transcription errors in the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lamb & Co
Castner & Curran
Free Pills Trial Sample Offered by Dr. Kings New Health Pill
Address your request to HMTH Buelley and Co Chicago for a free sample box of Dr. Kings New Health Pills. The ad claims the pills ease constipation headaches malaria and liver troubles and are pure vegetable with no deleterious substances. They are said to be non weakening and to stimulate the stomach and bowels. Sold in regular size 250 per box by Burrow Martin and Co druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HMTH
Buelley & Co
Chicago
Dr. King
Burrow,Martin, & Co
New Tooth Extraction Ad Promotes Inventive Gar Patent
An old advertisement touts a painless tooth extraction method labeled Newest Discovery with claims by inventors Hy Buvar and others. The fragment emphasizes the technique as a patented solution and highlights its purported ease and safety for users seeking dental relief.
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