New Torpedo Boats Ordered by Congress Under Way
The navy appropriation act funds a swift torpedo cruiser about 750 tons with speed not less than 28 knots and a torpedo boat at up to 125000. The department outlines design, compares with Vesuvius and other navies, notes triple screw engines, and expects fast craft to bolster U S torpedo capability amid debates on substitutes and defenses.
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Congress
Sun
Washington
Navy Department
Willst
Destructor
England
France
Italy
Russia
Anacrea
Kozavsky
Adler
Germany
Herresholty
Cushing
Tracy
Melfford-Zalinski
Holland
Ericsson
Amies
New Silver Bill Proposed by Senator Teller
Telegraph dispatch from Washington dated the 13th reports Senator Teller has introduced a silver bill as an amendment to the tariff bill. The measure mandates monthly silver coinage of 2,000,000 ounces into standard dollars, removes time limits, abolishes treasury note redemption discretion, and allows free coinage when the market price reaches a specified point. The tariff bill was again under discussion on the 18th with Senator Vest’s amendment to tin plates and Gray’s continued opposition.
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Gorman
Senate
Secretary of the Interior
Pelican
Oneida County
Wis
D. F. Roger
Pine Ridge
South Dakota
Blair
Committee On Education
Wd Lador
United States
Telegraph
Washington
Teller
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
Est
Gray
Blood-Catdling Train Ride The Garrett Yard Escapade
A wild 1798 era railroad tale describes a masked rush aboard a boxcar toward Garrett Indiana. An engine spark and steam filled the air as crew and six passengers clung to the tender while the track flashed past. Telegraph operators warned dispatchers, and the crew battled to avert disaster as the train sped through yard limits toward Garrett.
Domestic straw bonnet fashion sparks mixed reception
The text notes early 19th century debate over straw bonnets, critics calling them foolish or immoral while supporters praised usefulness. It mentions Mixes Metcalf policing the trade, domestic production, and a memorial note for Miss Benney, urging a public remembrance by ladies.
Straw Bonnets in America and the New England Gin
The article contrasts early straw bonnets origins with Leghorn hats from Italy, tracing export routes to France and England. It notes Miss Betsey Metcalf of Providence and a 1798 founding of the first home-made bonnet, then describes a railway accident scene with an engine and oiling the coal chute, detailing a nerve racking ascent and swift miles followed by slowing steam.
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Missouri Pacific
Garrett
Ind
Earl
Chicago
Baltiover& Ohio Railroad
Bibly O' Halan
Walwal
New York
Aubinn Junction
Ardnen
Gent Potter
Hinself
Gent
Warde
Nile
Dunstable Shaw
Providence
Betsey
New England
Congress
America
Betsey Metcalf
Providee
I. 1
Leghorn Sints
Italy
France
England
Sara Ratna Wardrobe Sets Fashion Drama in Transit
Sara Bernarat plans a fall visit to the United States with a vast trunk collection for her wardrobe. Gotham customs officers will witness forty eight trunks from Paris suppliers, including forty eight large trunks with multiple compartments for stage and private attire. A dedicated underwear trunk and a petticoat room highlight the extensive preparations discussed in New York theatre circles.
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Ib Sara Bernarat
United States
New York
Custom House
Gotham
Paris
Jenease Miller
Theatrical trunk shipment causes Paris to ship vast baggage
A passenger named Camille plans to move a vast wardrobe to Paris and then by rail to the docks, with fourteen wicker trunks and seven tons of luggage bound for the ocean voyage. The trunks hold makeup and wigs along with countless theatrical accessories. A delay aboard followed by polite protests marked the journey.
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frirSara
Camille
Amerie Frailcourt
Sarah
Railway progress on Calgary Edmonton line near Bow River
An interview outlines the Calgary and Edmonton Railway advancing toward Winnepes with track laying and bridge work under way. Culverts and timber for a major bridge are prepared, with 1500 workers expected as trains and crews arrive daily, targeting completion of key segments this September.
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Morge Streve
Winnepes
Calgary
Calgary & Edmonton Railway
Trans
Strevel
Bow River
Tibet
Paltmein
Dr Pierce Medical Discovery Promises Health Cure
Confidence begot of success cites Dr Pierce’s Medical Discovery as curing diseases of the lungs and bowels. The ad claims the remedy purges toxins, relieves constipation, and aids headaches. It promises refunds for those not cured and endorses the product as a wonder medicine.
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Dr. Pierce
Tiere
Constitutional Convention Expenses Amid Deficiency Bill Debate
House appropriation committee refuses to include four dentist expenses in the deficiency bill for constitutional convention costs above 20000 per state. Senate committee adds aid, with South Dakota at 14859 and North Dakota already covered. Washington to ensure reimbursement. Montana lacks certified statements, making claims unclear as senators seek action from Cannon.
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House
Senate
South Dakota
North Dakota
Washington
Montupa
Cannon
House Appropriations Committee
Bombardment Review Targeting Halifax Forts
A large scale bombardment is planned at Halifax N S before the foot leaves for Quebec. Warships will participate and the military is preparing to repel the attack. Prince George will command two ships as forts from the harbor mouth to the citadel are tested. Admiral White is mapping attacks and a major military naval demonstration is likely on the common late in the month.
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Halifax
N.8
Quebec
Prince George
Ie Nan
Admiral White
Stix
Lord Dunraven Offers to Act as Arbitrator in Welsh Strike
Lord Dunraven writes to Benjamin Tillett offering to serve as arbitrator if both sides consent. Masters are angry over the turn of events as men gain public sympathy and are likely to refuse any arbitration or any outsider mediation and proceed to fight the strike.
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Lord Dunraven
Benjamin Tillett
A Pleasing Sense of Health and Strength Restored
An old advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as renewing strength and ease by cleansing the system in harmony with nature. It claims relief from constipation or bilious symptoms and notes the product is sold by druggists in 6c and 1.00 dollar bottles.
Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters Promoted as Remedy
An advertisement-like passage urges readers to seek Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters for stomach complaints liver issues and general malaise. It claims purgatives and rhetoric about anti bilicum benefits and wide uses including malaria rheumatism dyspepsia nervousness and kidney issues.
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Rhodesand Sovie
Benney
Sara Ratna
Ry & Edmonton Railway
Chicago & Northwweatern Railway
Wicketa
Wyn
Thrall
Ernl Posinanger
Mekett
Chieagothwestern Railway
Chico
8. M. Supply Co
JSS
Robert St. St. Paul
Minn
Addrewy
Enterehing
OluWa
J.T
Trostens
Enson Barrington
Elaltas
Atty Alba
Lyon
Baldwin
St. Paul, Minn
Moauniva Asnay
Fen
Guats
Oye
Mpi
Eileen
Geile Uaton
Wellesley
Pall Yori
Backon
Ala
Minnel al
Hood
Carter
Adag Ae Ie CO
Rasy Vale
D.x.u
Castoria
Ceatoria
Woodwaind & Co
Gowan
ION Griers
Porran Dave Anp
Conroration
Proprietors
Boston
U. S
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