War maneuvers near New England coast under fog threat
Fortified fleet under Admiral Higginson in Cape Ann harbor watches Commander Pillsbury as fog obscures vision and stirs talk of landing via disguised steamships. Reports from Rockport and Salem note fuel shortages and ongoing patrols as the fleet tests defenses between Portland and Provincetown.
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Kearrarg
Pillsbury
Pilsbury
Higginson
Saigon Harbor
Rockport
Mass
John E. Pillsbury
New England
Portland
Provincetown
Seaboard
Naval
Cape Ann
Signal
Iookout
Navy
Porthind
Kearsarge
Admiral Higginson
Brooklyn
Cape Cod
Plymouth
Alabama
Massachusetts
Straitsmouth Point
Sankaty Head
Nantucket
Fretty
Salem
Miass
Bagley
Biddle
Figginson
Barney
Death by starvation shocks Wattimore community
Mrs. Sarah Schumaker aged seventy was found dead in her room and her daughter Martha, in a half crazed state, wandered about the lower door. Coroner Tones ruled starvation the cause as mother and daughter endured weeks without meals due to poverty. Martha, the sole supporter, had been unable to work because of poor health and relatives in Philadelphia and Virginia are mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presa Wattimore
Sarah Schumaker
Martha
Philadelphian
Virginia
Georgia fruit shipment to England profits from peaches
Reports from Fort Valley indicate a recent experimental shipment of two carloads of Georgia peaches to England was highly successful. The fruit arrived in Noahape and yielded handsome profits, fueling optimism that European markets may open to Georgia fruit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Macon
Fort Valley
Georgia
England
Nnoahape
Immigrant Family Detained at Ellis Island Amid Wealth Tale
Elias Ivanovich and his wife plus eight children were held overnight by immigration officers at Ellis Island after arriving with substantial wealth including gold, jewelry, and Spanish doubloons. The Serbians claimed good intent and were checked for fraud as officials noted their opulent attire and family display.
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Associated Press
New York
Elias J. Ivanovich
Ellis Inland
Iain
Byron
Unis
Elias
Diedrichs resigns as German navy chief of staff
Berlin August 22 Associated Press reports Admiral von Diedrichs has resigned his post as chief of staff of the navy. He is succeeded by Vice Admiral Bulchsel. Diedrichs had commanded the German squadron of five cruisers at Manila Bay when Commodore Dewey was attacking the Spaniards.
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Associated Press
Berlin
von Diedrichs
Staf
Navy
Bulchsel
Manilla Bay
Dewey
Remains of Mrs Fair to Cherbourg if possible
Paris reports the remains of Mrs Charles L Fair in the church of the Madeleine with removal countermanded for formalities. A duplicate will allegedly in Mrs Hannah Sleep’s possession is disputed by Mrs William Smith who cites jewels worth 109000 to be divided among children. The St Paul will carry the remains to New York via Cherbourg.
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Associated Press
Paris
New York
San Francisco Dispatch
Charlee L. Fair
William Smith
New Market
Hannah Eleep
West
American Line
St. Paul
Cherbourg
Charlea L. Fair
Trail of Outlaws Stirs Kentucky and Virginia
An organized posse leaves Freeling Virginia tonight to chase George Potter and his band accused of several murders robberies and an assault on Cora Wailes. Potter is wounded while accomplices fled toward the Kentucky border as a manhunt begins. In Queselsville Kentucky the search for Miss Zada Vick’s killer continues with near unanimous local participation and ongoing tension.
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Associated Press
Middlesboro
Freeling
George Potter
Cora Wailes
Kentucky
Miss Vick
Queselsville
Zada Vick
Samuel Pryor founder of Pryor's band dies at eighty eight
St Joseph Missouri Aug 22 Samuel Pryor founder of Pryor's band died early this morning of a Reatric disease He was eighty eight years old and had never worked at anything but music In response to his dying bandmaster's request his musicians played five airs for him as he passed away several pieces being his own composition
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Associated Press
St. Joseph, Co
Samuel Pryor
Pryor
Professor Pryor
Coal Prices Jump As Stocks Run Low In Chicago
In Chicago on August 24 coal jumped to 9 dollars per ton marking a 14 dollar rise since Wednesday. Severe coal shortages threaten to meet rising demand and may delay any early resolution of the strike worries.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Alexandra Gives Medal to New York Doctor
London August 22. Miller Reen Hutchil aon of New York City sailed for New York on the steamer Garlie W. He was summoned to Cowen yesterday and received from Queen Alexandra a special coronation medal. Hutchikon had treated the queen for dentness. the gift acknowledged his advice to feat mut es in Tonlon.
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Associated Preas
London
Miller Reen Hutchi Laon
New York City
New York
Garlie
Cowen
Queen Alexandra
Hutchikon
Hutchion
Eho
Newfoundland Premier Seeks Bond Blaine Reapproval
Sir Robert Bond, Newfoundland premier, sails from Liverpool to Montreal en route to Washington with imperial authority to reopen ratification talks on the Bond Blaine convention. He supports free trade with the United States, aiming to resume reciprocity negotiations after years of effort. The accord once granted privileges to U S fishermen and reduced duties on certain imports while allowing bond transport of fresh fish.
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Associated Press
London
Aud
Sir Iubert Lord
Newfoundland
Liverpool
Montreal
Washington
United States
Dominion of
Canada
Ammericar Visic
Spike a Switch Derails Frisco Train near Fort Scott
A heavy passenger train on the Frisco system derailed at Edwards Junction Kansas after someone forced a switch open by driving a spike between rails. The engineer and fireman were injured. no passengers hurt. Detectives investigate the case.
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Associated Press
Fort Scott
Kan
Frisco
Southern
Edwards Junction
Axes and Grindstones Plan Forming a Big Trust
Charles D. Gates of Turner Day and Woolworth Company has returned from New York where capital backers promote a $25,000,000 trust to acquire all axe handle and grindstone manufacturers in the United States and Canada. Plans are in place to operate plants under one management, with major wealth holders funding through a New York trust.
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Associated Stress
Lowavine
Charles D. Gates
Turner, Day and Woolworth
New York
Capital Data
Canada
Trust
Brewers Licenses Shaped by Wisconsin Sale Rules
Wisconsin requires local licenses for brewing beer in another state to be sold in the state. An agent who takes orders and ships to a common carrier, or to the customer, avoids local licensing. Attorney General Hicks issued the opinion to District Attorney Riordan of Hayward clarifying the rule.
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Hicks
Riordan
Hayward
Von Holleben Remains German Ambassador to United States
Berlin reports a United States published claim that Dr. von Holleben intends to retire and Dr. Numm von Schwarzenstein would succeed him. Von Holleben told the Associated Press the report is unfounded and that Schwarzenstein, now on leave, will likely return to Pekin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Berlin
United States
von Holleben
Numm von Schwarzenstein
Pekin
Germany
Nose Fractured in Stage Accident at Local Theatre
In San Francisco on August 22 an accidental blow to Henry Miller's nose during Camilla caused bleeding. An exam revealed the nose fractured in three places, requiring hollow plugs in each nostril. William Court Leigh struck Miller during Wednesday's performance at a local theatre.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
Cal
Henry Mitler
William Court Leigh
Millera
Washington Home under World's Fair plan sparks concern
The Associated Press reports New York that World’s fair managers in St Louis consider buying the Washington ancestral home near Banbury and moving it to the fairgrounds. London observers express dismay noting the house’s absence will not hinder English pilgrimage though the desire for ancestral homes remains contagious.
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Associated Press
New York
St. Louia
Washington
Banbury
London
the Tribune
Tornado and Storm Hit Hemingford Area
A tornado accompanied by rain and hail swept eight miles north along the Niobrara river, passing through a densely settled county last night. Several residences and buildings in its path were demolished. details are scarce due to communication outages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hemingford
Neb
Niobrara
Here
Trounce the Trust at Trans-Mississippi Congress
The TransMississippi commercial congress near St Paul debates trust limits and passes resolutions urging the president to curb growing combinations. Key figures include Bryson of Iowa and Gardner of St Louis. The vote, 20 to 19, endorses restricting monopolies and expanding anti-trust powers.
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Associated Prows
St. Paul
Minn
Aug. S.A
Absolutions Committee
Kuch
Pee Ldent Bryson
Iowa
A. Gardner
St. Louie
Wetmore
Congress
Tse
United States
National Congress
American boat Ttowanna wins at Cowes rivalry
The American yacht Ttowanna owned by A. V. Armour of New York wins the sailing race for auxiliary yachts and the coronation cup, passing the mark at 10 53 p m. Other items report tennis results, Knickerbocker Club actions, trainer fortunes, Corbett ground news, and auto speed updates.
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Associated Press
Cowes
Isle of Wight
A. V. Armour
New York
Ausillary Yirchts
Earl of Crawford
Ennis
Newport
Boston
Malcolm D. Whitman
Besis C. Wright
Whitman
Swaller
D. F.davis
H. L. Doherty
E. D. Stevens
R. FP. Huntington
S. Waller
R. DB. Little
H. FL Avery
Knickerbocker Athletic Club
G. 8
Whitson
Adrian Iselin
John H. Ballantine
John D. Adams
Ballantine
Veterans parade marshalship discussed by El Tor
The report states Judge El Tor Ance, commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, confirms no friction regarding the parade marshal for the national encampment in Washington next October. He notes Cal A Novt Blakeman was appointed chief of staff a year ago and may not serve as marshal due to duties. General Miles plans to adjust to attend.
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Associated Press
Mittivarius Mint
Crictian
el Toraunce
Grand Army of the Republic
Washington
Cal A. Novt Blakeman
Staf Armury
Blakeman
Roosevelt
Ailes
Miles
Postmaster Robbed in Stuttgart Arkansas Heist
Deputy Postmaster Lockland was held up and gagged by unknown robbers at 7:30 pm as he opened the office. The bandits took 500 dollars in cash and stamps worth about 800 dollars before escaping. Guards nearby heard groans about an hour later and rescued him.
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Associated Press
Stuttgart
Arkanens
Lockland
Roosevelt Arrives in New Haven on New England Tour
President Roosevelt landed at Belle dock this afternoon aboard the yacht Sylph and began a city tour of New Haven. Mayor Studley welcomed him as state troops and police escorted the party through a heavily crowded, decorated city. The visit included a special landing and a brief carriage ride before departing by train at 2:30.
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New Haven
Conn
Roosevelt
New England
New Haven Harbor
Belle Dock
John J. Studley
Board of Aldermen
Boxmakers Meet Opens in Milwaukee With New Members
The National Box Manufacturers held its third summer meeting in Milwaukee, adding twenty new members for a 200 total. The agenda covered fire insurance costs with a committee to seek solutions, and lumber supply issues discussed by William F. Powell. Pittsburg was chosen for the 1895 annual meeting in February.
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Associated Presa
Milwaukee
Wis
National
B. F. Manters
Chicago
William F. Powell
Menominee
Mich
F. J. Kress
Pittsburg
Ims
Coal Is Contraband Seized for War Aid
Port au Prince August 22 Cuban steamer Lauenberg from New York August 15 arrived with 0 tons of coal intended for the gunboat Crete-A-Pierrot. Government seized the coal declaring it contraband of war destined for revolutionists and ordered sale in favor of the sender.
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Associated Press
Port Au Prince, Hayt
Lauenberg
Cameron Steamship Company
New York
Crete-A-Pierrot
Curious Persian Letter Postmark Reveals Quirky Addresses
An Indian paper translated a Persian postal note from Catcut ta describing merchants Sha’ jooriean and Halidad and a journey to Jannpoor. The item reads as a playful instruction about reading the envelope and fasting before traveling, ending with a reflection on wealth.
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Catcutta
Catentta
Ca- Watolah
Halidad
Ramzan
Jannpoor
Money for Countess and Rhodes Land Bequest
The Essex County Chronicle reports Cecil Rhodes left land in South Africa to the Countess of Warwick, valued around $1,000,000. A prior article appealed to Andrew Carnegie for aid in a missionary work linked to Rhodes. Doubts arose when a close associate questioned the report on Rhodes gifts to Warwick’s heirs.
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Ds Associated Press
Londor
The
Essex County Chronicle
Cecil Rhodes
Countess of Warwick
South Africa
Andrew Carnegie
Rhodes
Earl
Warwick
Britta Iin
Gunilar
Manual training proposals shape new school site
Officials and citizens reviewed site options for a proposed manual training school at the Westale Inj grounds near the high school. They favored a northwest location close to the current building with a connecting bridge and debated building size and departments as data are gathered. Also noted were Berlin’s 14 to 7 victory over Omre, Frank Smith visiting Milwaukee, and L. Lake overseeing the Little Wolf River Telephone Exchange with sewer work planned on Exchange Street to drain wetlands near the high school.
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Chovstuc
Ogira Stout
Supt
Hyft
Menomonie
Westale
Wis
Stout
Hoyt
Omre
Berlin
Frank Smith
Milwaukee
L. Lake
Little Wolf River
George Randall
Oulhoait
Exchange Street
Wisconsin Tobacco Canvas Tour Reported by Cooper and Whitnes
Congressman Cooper and Prof Wilton Whitnes chief of the US Bureau of Soil began a field tour in Juneauville to study canvas tobacco growing. They will map the district and estimate crop gains. Cooper avoided stating views on the platform issue while noting Roosevelt watches Wisconsin closely and Spooner’s likely re election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Journal
Juneaville
Cooper
Wilton Whitnes
Bureau of Soil of the United States
Roosevelt
Wisconsin
Spooner
Fears He Has Drowned In Wisconsin City
Mrs. Kane of Dubuque Iowa searches for her husband George Kane of Chicago carpet firm missing since August 3. She cites a letter dated August 3 from this city and says he predicted not to be in the land of the living by August 10. Kane was not found at Russell House or hotel registers. divorce action is in court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neenah. Wis
George Ww. Kane
Malleable Iron Combine Reported With Large Capital
A New York report says malleable iron foundries plan a consolidation with capital of 15 to 20 million dollars. A Chicago conference among parties to the deal was held recently and the proposal met with favorable reception from several major concerns. Specific details remain unavailable.
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Associated Press
New York
Journal of Commerce
Chicago
Two Women Drown in Canadian River Incident
In Sault Ste. Marie Michigan on August 32 Associated Press reports Mrs. John Cameron and Mrs. Theo ilure McDonald drowned on John Island near the Spanish River. A gunwale misstep capsized their boat in seventy five feet of water. Both women were lumbermen or workers in the Spanish River country, formerly from Bay City.
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Associated Press
Sault Ste. Marie
Mich
John Cameron
Theoilure McDonald
John Island
Spanish River
Wiyoa
Bay City
Coal and Iron Police Guard Idle Collieries Across Four Counties
In the anthracite region about 6,000 coal and iron police guard idle collieries in four counties. Companies have spent about 1.5 million dollars on wages food lodging and gear for these special guards. Commissions cost 4 dollars each split with $2 to the state and $2 to the county.
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Br Associates Press
Wihhkeshorre
Stone
Harrisburg
Tamaqua
Gobin
Twelfth Regiment
Shenandoah
Gobin Hae
Panther Creek
Stane
Wilkesparre
Buteler Wachery
Dodge
Delaware, Lackawanna and Wevern Company
Chicago
Ill
John M. Roache
Union and Consolidated Traction Companies
Benevolent Association
Union No. 2
Met
Venezuela Warships Return as American Interests Stir
Washington reports a cablegram from Minister Bowen saying two of the three American warships remaining in Venezuelan waters can be spared. The Topeka will head north, followed by the Machias, while the Cincinnati stays in Venezuela and the Mariette moves to Panama to protect American interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feas
Washington, D
State Department
Bowen
Cant. Cas
Venezuelan
Venezuela
Tary Department
Marlette
Colon
Gulf
Machias
McCrea
Cape Haytien
Haz
Hayti
Cincinnati
Mariette
Panama
Police hunt Bartholin with new missing man posters
Chicago police pursue fugitive William Bartholin for his mother Anne Bartholin and Minnie Mitchell murders. They prepare fresh circulars with a newer photo to broadcast nationwide. Edward Counsleman, linked to the case, is jailed for questioning but offers no confession. A letter thought from Bartholin to “Friend George” is found at 119th Street and Michigan Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Wilam Bartholin
Anne Barthorn
Minnie Mitchell
Edward Counselman
Bertholin
Inspector Hunt
Counselman
Bartholin
119Th Street
Michigan Avenue
George
Barzholm
Smart Early Autumn Gowns From Fashion Editors
The article advises lightweight woollen walking gowns for travel and morning use, noting short lengths to clear the ground and conceal the feet. It criticizes lace trimmed dresses as impractical and references French dressmakers’ findings on trimming in long up and down lines for skirts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sfarper
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Diedrichs
Nanitia
Slater
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Monter Pannes
Alexandra
Blaine and Bond
New Foundland
Hogue
Brewers and Licenses
Wickn Kenders
Jermas Ambsanador
Judlah Mansion
Bre
Kemoor
Jarek Jomer
Saratoga Disputch
Sodney Paget
Duckstaff-Edwards Company
Alls-Chalmers Corlisa
Torrance
Grand Army Marsnal
Han Deon
Caderat
Dishrman
Manditn
Cordinaly
Comacetiurg City
Ansociated Press
Sylpht
Persin
Mra &. D
eCnglitiah
Toosevelt
George Kane
Dubuque
Malleable Iron Combine
Steike
Ra Fale
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