Grand Naval Welcome for German Emperor at Windsor
July 4 report from Lowpor describes Kaiser Wilhelm’s arrival at Fort Victoria and Windsor, greeted by Admiral uniforms, royal salutations, and a vast royal and German entourage. The scene includes a flotilla, cannon salutes, German flags, and a Windsor crowd cheering the Emperor and Empress as they tour the castle, with plans for further state ceremonies and London appearances.
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Kaiser Wilhelm
Germany
Windsor
Greal Britain
Kaiser
Fort Victoria
Hohencollero
Prince of Wales
Port Victoria
Duke of Portland
Sheerness
Channel
Clase
Howe
Anson
Cowperdown
Rodney
Aurora
Immortalus
England
Waterloo
Knights of St. George
Victoria
Emperor
Pears for the Emperor
Berlin officials report artisans sought direct access to the German Emperor in London. Count Von Hatefeldt screened petitioners at the embassy, exposing several unaffiliated or suspected anarchists. Berlin urges London to purge all unverified individuals from such lists and threats to the Emperor’s safety are noted.
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Berlin
Count von Hatefeldt
England
Hanfelat
Alten
London
Hle
Kaiser’s Wished Treaty Adds to the Triple Alliance
Diplomatic circles expect the Emperor to announce the recently concluded treaty that maintains the Dreibund. Officials believe the Emperor has discretionary power to disclose the nature of the pact between Germany and Italy. The new Dreibund mirrors the earlier defense alliance among Germany Austria and Italy.
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Beel
Europe
Germany
Italy
Austria
Definite German Italian Treaty Aimed at Quieting France
A report notes a trio of treaties signed in 1879 involving Germany Italy and Austria Italy. The German Italian pact awaits approval by Lord Salisbury while Austria Italy stays unrevealed. The agreements are framed as defensive to ease Franco British tensions.
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Germany
Italy
Austria
Lord Salisbury
France
The Conquest of Siam
France quietly advances in Luang Prabang Siam as observers note a potential Anglo French pact. The piece contends Paris denies annexation aims while hinting at strategic gains in Southeast Asia and possible cooperation with England to divide Siam amid broader Asia power plays.
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Kaiser Wilhelm
Luang Prabang
Siam
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France
Annam
Tonquin
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Burmah
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China
Mandalay
Bir
Rangoon
Ignd
Death of W H Gladstone Eldest Son of Prime Minister
Loxpor July 4 William Henry Gladstone eldest son of William Ewart Gladstone died this morning at his residence in London. Born 1840 Hawarden he served as MP for Chester Whitby and East Worcestershire. He suffered paralysis and a brain tumor after an earlier illness. Mrs Gladstone and two brothers were with him. Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone rushed to join as news spread.
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Flintshire
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Whitby
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Renire
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Abrane Lincoln
Hamlin
Senate
Boston
Ee States Senate
Harlin
Smithsonian Institute
Waterville College of
Fifth and
Hammondtreets
Bangor
Lincoln's Fourth of July Reception At American Legation
The American minister hosted a brilliant Fourth of July reception at the legation in London. From 4:30 to 7 pm over 700 callers attended, including notable society figures. the residence was heavily decorated and described as one of the most impressive gatherings seen.
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London
Lincoln
Andy Béltchers
Gourley
Tracxion Company
Wuttaten Seon
British Goods Replaced by Those From This Country
Lonpox July 4 Colonel Howard Vincent secretary of the United Empire Trade says a revival of sagging industries will shift markets to American goods this year, forecasting Brazil as the first major transition.
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Lonpox
Howard Vincent
United Empire ‘Trade
Grose
Britain
Brazil
Soldiers Kept Under Arms Die From Sunstroke in Weimar
Great indignation rises in Weimar over cruelty of field authorities who kept a battalion in full arms under the sun. Men succumbed to heat and sunstroke leading to deaths and public outcry. The report details the strain and the authorities' actions during the deadly exposure.
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Berlin
Weimar
Fie
Eorees
Tragic Train Wreck Near Omantestor Figures in Holiday Toll
A daylight wreck of Train No. 1 on the Kanawha line near Omantestor West Virginia leaves sixteen dead or dying and many injured. The rear section collapsed under a trestle as hot cinders from a passing freight may have caused the failure. Rescue parties hurried to the scene as families and workers laid crushed beneath wreckage.
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W. Va
Kanawha
Michigan
Order of
United American Mechanics
Pooa
Trestis
Jasper Dougherty
New Martinsville
St. Albana
Charleston
Tou
John Norvale
Charleston National Bank
Brobeck
Robinson
J F. A. Guthrie
Degre Iui
Columbus
George L. Hays
Jerry Samm
German Picnic Tragedy On Kinney's Grove Ferry
Brappoce July 4. A German picnic party of eight on a ferry skiff capsized in the river as the steamer Bowles towed the Gusky excursion boat. Three men drowned including W J Mickey aged 27. five others saved or missing as authorities vow arrests for party intoxication. Bodies not recovered by nightfall.
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Kinney
W.j.mickey
Hce
Cyrus Powers
L. G. Snyder
Aughat For
William. Frank
Bowles
Mickey
Latrobe
John Powers
Pittsburg Firm Member Among Railroad Victims
Theodore N. Wilson of Wilson and Gorman, Pittsburg, a firm member and commercial traveler, died in the Charleston railroad wreck. He moved to this city last September, with wife visiting Gallipolis. Telegram from Mrs. Wilson confirms death. Wilson, 42, had his headquarters here and was on a two week trip.
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Theodore N. Wilson
Charleston
Wilson & Gorman
Pittsburg
Gallipolis
Seven Year Old Girl Killed by Signal Rocket in Youngstown
A signal rocket struck Bessie Cronin seven on July 4 in Youngstown, killing her instantly. Her sister, age 14, was burned and injured while another person suffered a bad cut. The incident occurred as fireworks caused injuries during the celebration.
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Bessie Cronin
Denia Cronin
Shehanniees
Veterin
John
Man Falls Into Oil Condenser at Lima Factory
A man described as John Shane, about 50, fell into a Standard Oil condenser at Lima after missing his footing. He was immersed in boiling water and died from his injuries, according to a dispatch telegram.
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Lima
Lota
John Shane
Standard Oil
Blaine Favored for 1892 Nomination Amid Health Concerns
In Younastown on July 4 Colonel A S Conger stated Blaine could be unanimously chosen in 1892 and would not write letters in the campaign. He cited press attention and received letters from party clubs and a Georgia Democrat praising Blaine's reciprocity stance. He noted Blaine’s health as a focus and referenced cabinet debates over his candidacy.
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A. S. Conger
National Republican Committee
Ohio
Blaine
Conger
Indianapolis
Pacific Legion
Pacific Slope
Georgia
South
United States
McKinley
Cleveland
Harrison
Washin
Sen
Washington
Blaines
Bisine
Eve Siness
Blaine In Critical Condition Rumor Sparks Telegram
Special telegram from Bar Hanson dated July 4 reports a New York dispatch claiming Mr. Blaine was in a precarious position unable to take food and nearly living on liquids, while a local note insists he remembers events from the past week.
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Bar Hanson
Neva
New York
Blaine
Blaine Noted Mental Decline Questioned by Family
A report claimed Mr. Blaine was in a dangerous mental decline and unable to recall events a month prior, but friends dispute the allegations. They say he remains mobile, aided by others, and shows no signs of mental decay, with family seeking seclusion for rest.
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Blaine
Oaanes
Hannibal Hamlin Dead After Long Public Career
Baxoon July 4 Ex Vice President Hannibal Hamlin died tonight at 8 20. He had been in usual health and walked with a firm step this afternoon to the Tarratine Club. Hamlin’s career spanned Maine politics, U S senator, governor, and ministerial posts.
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Baxoon
Hannibal Hamlin
Hamlin
Tarratine Club
Rooma
Fifth Street
Pedro
Mr. Strickland
Robin
Mason
Phillips
Contents of The Dispatch Directory
The Dispatch Directory lists a two part issue of twenty pages with news from yesterday and last night on the first nine pages. It notes sections on Fourth of July Speeches General News Outlawry in China and features on figures such as Octave Thanet and Niedringhaus with items including fashion gossip and a dinner in Japan.
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Tax Diraten
Cinal
Ae Wrest
Chins
Jom Rossky
Young
Great Pittsburgh 125000 Attend Schenley Park Birthday Celebration
The city marked its 115th birthday with a vast crowd at Schenley Park. Tens of thousands filled Forbes and Fifth avenues as Chief Bigelow's bridge opened and parade noise filled the night. The celebration drew immense crowds despite light rain and traffic chaos as spectators enjoyed elephant acts and city pomp.
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Pittsburg
Schenley Park
Oakland
Great Park
Chief Bigelow
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