President seeks $50,000 for Cuban relief in 1847 message
In a May 17 1847 message to Congress President William McKinley requests an appropriation of not less than $50,000 to aid six to eight hundred Americans in Cuba. The relief funds would be available immediately under the Secretary of State for food, medicines, and transport home if needed.
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Cuba in Senate draws crowds as Cuba war debate spans relief and belligerency
In Washington on May 17 the Cuba question dominated the Senate galleries with diplomats Pauncefote and Hateh among observers. The day featured a $50,000 relief appropriation for destitute Americans in Cuba and debates over the Morgan resolution declaring a state of war, with strong speeches by Senators Wellington and Daniel and a near-quorum vote before adjournment.
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D. C
Cuba
Senate
Julian Pauncefote
Hateh
Hanwahi
Dan Sickles
United States
Spain
Cubna
Davis
Committee On Foreign Relations
Galliger
Gallinger
Morgan
Mr. Morgan
Hale
Late
Daniel
Virginia
Maryland
Wellington
Jieso Machly
Ife
Air Daniel
Sarcastle Jones
Christopher Columbus
Columbus
America
Congress
Cuban question stalls as House adjourns without action
Washington May 17. The House confronted the Cuban question and made it a party issue then adjourned without action. President McKinley’s message urging aid for suffering Americans in Cuba drew no demonstration. Mr Hitt asked unanimous consent to consider a $50 000 appropriation and Mr Palley sought consent to consider the Morgan plan recognizing Cuban belligerency.
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Mie House
Mck Kinley
Cuba
Hitt
Foreign Affairs Committee
Palley
Texas
Morgan
Gree ces Defeated as Ottoman Forces Press Attack
London reports from Athens quote Crown Prince Constantine describing a Turkish assault that forced the Greek right wing under Col. Minastrapas to retreat from Vossi toward Phourka Tass. He says reserves were brought up to repulse the furious attacks and that wounded were sent to Lami. The Greeks praise the enemy’s conduct.
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Times
Athens
Constantine
Minastrapas
Phourka Tass
Lami
Greek Left Wing Holds Against Turkish Attack at Domokos
Dispatches from Domokos report the Creek left wing advancing toward the centre as Turks assault the Greek lines from multiple points. The fight continued after sunset with Turkish repulse despite left wing yielding. General Mavitomichalis wounded. News notes a noon report of 35 000 Turkish troops and artillery pressing Greek positions near Donwries and Smolenski.
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Athens
Domokos
Mavitomichalis
Lamia
Penetratny Soorthward
Donwries
Smolenski
Conflict Report From The Turkish Advance Near Smolenski
A fragmentary dispatch notes Turkish forces advancing through Turkish lines near Smolenski in contact with Greek units. It claims Turkish aims include severing the Greek armies, seizing the road to the Orthry Mountains, and trapping the Crown Prince's retreat.
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Purkisis
Athiokon Tien
Smolenski
Almyras
Orthry Mountains
Greece ends call for more volunteers in Athens
Athens on May 17 reports the Greek government issued a proclamation saying it does not desire any further volunteers. It cites a surplus of volunteers in Athens and an inability to provide employment for all.
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Hit
Turks Show Greek Maps and Plans in Thessaly
A Daily News correspondent reports Turks in Thessaly displayed Greek state maps marking positions they intended to seize and lists of Greek regiments and contemplated moves. A printed map allegedly shifts the frontier ten kilometres north in anticipation of Greek victory.
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Greek defeat reported as hostilities near Athens ease
London dispatches describe a renewed clash near Athens with a Greek defeat likely and a threatened Turkish push. Reports note Greek left wing potential collapse and Edhem Pasha's aim to cut off retreats while European powers weigh actions to restrain Turkey. The Athens populace reacts with shock at the fighting.
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Athens
Pasha
Sephanate Gener Smolevski
Sourpi
Wadhem Pasha
Manos
Dpirus
Tf Chreece
Woanes
Turkey
Thestaly
Greece
Europe
London Debates Over Porte Terms to Greece
London discussions in Parliament today mock the Porte plan for indemnity and Thessaly retrocession as impracticable. Viewers say a $25,000,000 to $70,000,000 indemnity and frontier rectification may be the likely final terms.
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Porte
Greece
Thessaly
Virginia Republicans Hold 28th Annual Banquet in Richmond
The 28th annual Virginia Republican banquet drew over 500 attendees at Cap tain Crowley’s venue. Speaker notes praised farmer supporters and urged the Congressional Committee on Mivetions to back true wartime policy. Youns defeated Silver Deanverst and Wise, with Crowley presenting a commemorative poem to Mrs. Nancy Allison McKinsey and Th. Co. Tandy receiving a gold medal for nominating Cincinnati’s Naval Academy at Annapolis. Letters from lawmakers were read, and the evening closed with refreshments.
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Virginia Republican
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Virginia
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Richart A. Wise
Repube Wean
Politiwe
Os Speeth
Dediete
Nancy Allison Mckinsey
My. Th. Co. Tandy
Cinccinnat
Pep ‘Nimt
Wns
Palmer
Turks Attack Athens Front as Reinforcements Enjoined
Athens dispatch describes a heavy Turkish assault with over a thousand Turks pressing the line. Greek artillery and infantry resisted despite wavering units, finally driving the attackers back. Left flank faltered while right endured a stronger second assault before retreat to Troast. Turkish force listed as 50 000 regulars and 30 000 reserves.
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London
The
Daily Chronicle
Athens
Troast
Edhem Pasha Advances as Demokos Falls to Turkish Forces
London dispatch reports Edhem Pasha moving through lines in Thessaly and finally occupying Demokos after a Turkish offensives. Greek forces suffer a crushing defeat as the telegraph confirms the progress late last night.
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Lex Lily
Thessay
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Postmaster General details railroad mail service penalties
Washington May 17 In response to a resolution of inquiry the Postmaster General released a statement on railroad mail transportation costs. The report shows six hundred ninety eight dollars for transportation and twenty one dollars for postal cars and facilities. Officials were instructed to report any irregular mail handling.
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Athens Cabinet Ministers Gather at Marine Ministry
The city is in intense excitement as all cabinet ministers assemble at the Ministry of Marine since noon. Dispatches from the front are being received and the gravity of the situation is described as unestimable.
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Athens
Iabinet
Ministry of Marine
International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Meet in Toronto
The Elenaiat Convention of the International Brotherhood of Railway Workers opens in Toronto May 7 with delegates from nearly every state and Canadian province. The local committee provides entertainment and a Ladies Auxiliary under Miss A A Downing aids in organization as cities like Indianapolis and New Orleans compete to host the next gathering. The convention is expected to continue until Wednesday.
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Turkish attack on Greek forces reported near Crete center
Dispatches describe a Turkish assault on the Greek lines around Doumolkos with Mig 17 aircraft noted. Crown Prince Constantine is said to command Greek defenses as two Greek cannon reportedly achieved substantial damage.
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Memorial urges end to Cuban war to protect American commerce
A New York dated May 17 1897 memorial from 11 banks merchants and business interests urges swift measures to terminate the Cuban war. It warns prolonged conflict harms U S trade with Cuba and endangers ownership mortgages and invoices, calling for peaceful reconciliation and restoration of trade for about one and a half million residents on the island.
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Clive
Fire Threatens Key Warehouses in Warren City
A dangerous blaze grips Warren Bros. large paint and oil warehouse in Sudhville with flames spreading toward Western Tinton offices and Dickles whiskey warehouse, endangering the city’s business district. Bulletin No. 2-Warren Er os paint.
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Enn
Warren Bros
Western Tinton
Dickles
Warren
Fire devastates tun oil warehouse and nearby structures
A blaze destroyed the tun oil warehouse and adjoining buildings while Western Union offices elsewhere were reported safe. The fire spread toward Diekel & Con whiskey warehouses with adjacent structures also burned. Western Union Telegraph signals the area is at risk, with damage estimated at least 60,000 pounds.
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Recalcitrant Surar Trust Witness Surrenders to Marshal
Washington D C May W Silverton reports Surar Trust witness refused to answer Senate consultee questions on broker activity for Senators. He surrendered to U S Marshal Wilson, escorted in private carriage, met by Deputy Sheriff Cook. Chapman, cheerful, held in district jail with two cells, bedstead tables and chairs.
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D. C
W.silverton Re. Chapmain
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Sugssar
Marshal Wilson
Warshal Cook
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Dillenhocter
McCartney
Unie
Chapman
Leonard
Impeachment Resolutions Against Florida Treasurer
The Florida House unanimously approves impeachment resolutions against Clarence B. Collins state treasurer charging high crimes gross incompetence and conduct detrimental to the public. A seven member manager panel is appointed to present articles to the Senate with four likely charges including illegal loans private fund use false reports and defalcation.
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Virginia Guards Prepare for June Encampment at National Defense
Virginia National Guard units move toward the June encampment on the military field. Adjutant General Anderson Calmel Hodges and Captain Grimes arrived to finalize plans. Fifteen companies will attend as the administration building nears completion and display exhibits draw crowds.
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Penn
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Grimes
Memorial service for Dua Aquamite in Paris church
A memorial service for the soul of Dua Aquamite was held at the church of the Madeleine. Queen Victoria and the Prince of Wales were represented by Major General Arthur Edward A. Ellis. The queen sent a wreath of laurels and hoies with a satin ribbon inscribed with respect and friendship. The Prince of Wales sent a similar wreath.
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Dua Aquamite
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Victorian
Prince of Wiles
Arthur Edward A. Ellis
Victoria
Prince of Wales
Trial date set for American Tobacco directors case
District Attorney Olcott announced the trial of the American Tobacco Company directors and officials charged with conspiracy will begin on the first Monday in June. He has requested a copy of Judge Gibbons's opinion from Chicago. The presiding judge will not be announced until the calendar is printed.
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Chicago
Sullivan Defeats Downey At Broadway Athletic Club
New York May Tiz Spike Sullivan won over Jack Downey by decision at the Broadway Athletic Club in the nineteenth round on a foul. Downey led until the fifteenth round but tired after that and fought for a draw.
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Spike" Sullivan
Jack Downey
Broadway Athletic Club
Downey
Richmond Strongly Favored Norfolk In State Convention Contest
A Virginia dispatch reports the State Democratic committee will meet at Murphy's Hotel to decide where the August convention will be held and how representation is set. Norfolk is favored for the site due to hotel space and travel, with Richmond pushing claims through the Young Men's Business Association. Major Tyler and Ellyson prepare to mobilize, while supporters of a constitutional convention grow hopeful amid organized county backing and anticipated statewide votes.
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Richmond
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Murphy's Hotel
Young Men's Bisiness Association
Norfolk
Wedmond
Major Tyler
Mr. Ellyson
Roanoke
Friends
Louisa
Charlotte
Halifax
Pittsylvania
Virginia
Capture of William Thomas Brings Crowds to Police Court
William Thomas, accused of shooting Officer Percy G. Minor, appeared in Police Court this morning after being brought up from jail. The case was postponed to the 26th to await the officer’s condition. Minor’s injuries are serious with the loss of an eye and possible loss of sight in the other eye, though recovery is expected.
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Percy G. Minor
Mrs Glass Plans Return to Raleigh to Vindicate Herself
Mrs. Glass wife of Tania Raleigh alleges cruel treatment by her husband and vows to prove it. She hints at alleged infidelity by Mr. Glass with other women and says she intends to clear her name upon returning to Raleigh.
Attacking Dispensary Law Case Began in Charleston Court
A federal case in Charleston challenges South Carolina dispensary law. Vandercock & Co. of California seek to enjoin state officers from seizing their liquor shipments and interfering with business. Attorney General Berbervarie argued for the state. J P K Bryan represented Vandercook. Case to be continued tomorrow.
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S. C
South Carolina
Simonton
United States Circuit Court
Messrs
Berbervarie
Vandercook & Co
J. P. K. Bryan
Colored cyclist arrest after collision injuring woman
A colored bicyclist, Frank Peace, struck a negro woman last night and fled his wheel. An officer arrested him as he attempted to escape. The injured woman resisted, and Peace will be arraigned at the police court today.
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Frank Peace
Fire destroys Greaham area home. three children perish
Martin Wicks and his wife left home to tend stools and during the absence a fire spread over the farm and destroyed the house. Three small children who had been left alone perished in Sharon Mich on May 7.
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Martin Wicks
Greaham
Newest Discor tion of teeth' Selves
Fragmentary OCR note mentions numbers 244 and references to dental related terms. No clear event or persons identified. summary limited to partial fragment.
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