Grand Army Elects Johnston Commander Amid Rivalries
The Grand Army of the Republic national encampment opened at the Grand Opera House in Philadelphia with a vote to choose the next commander in chief. Colonel William Johnston of Cincinnati is poised to be elected to the unexpired term, while Colonel Albert D. Shaw of New York and Judge Leo Beastour of Missouri remain rivals for the full term. Reports included deaths and pensions details, and a move to change how the executive committee is chosen.
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Albert D. Shaw
New York
Leo Bessieur
Missouri
Philadelphia
Grand Army
Grand Opera House
Willian ©. Johnston
Ineinnatl
Theief
Council of Administention
Netias
Quartermaster Tronral
Commanitier-In-Chief
Navel
Women's Relief Corps
Ladies of the Gale
Minion
Ladies Auxiliary Naval v
National Army
Daughters of Veterans
National En- Comen
Tinelock
WO Department
Woedohnsten
Albert S. Pierce
Wen Thane
Ommander
Somxioy
Johnston
Brexton
HB. Brown
Zuancaville
Daniel Ross
Wilmington
Pennsylvania
Shaw
Blao
Fate of Dreyfus Hinges on William
Rennes The salvation of Captain Dreyfus hinges on a ward from Emperor William. Deposition by Colonel Schwarzkoppen could save him if allowed. If the Kaiser withholds intervention, Dreyfus faces condemnation. Paris eyes Stuttgart for his decision. Labor clashes with Jouaust over questions to General Billot as spectators watch.
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Rennes
Dreyfus
William
Kanner
Schwarzekoppen
Paris
Martini
Dreyfur
Germany
Schwartzkoppen
Dreyfur Cisels
France
Stuttgart
Kaiser
Rome
M. Labor
Jouaust
Billot
M. Laberi
Jouauat
Clave
Stevens Strike Talks Face Deadlock Over Mine Stock Issue
Special report on ongoing Stevens miners strike at the Stevens collieries. Foremen and English speaking appetite committee clash over stock grants and concessions. Leaders warn no settlement without stock terms, while both sides hold meetings to push talks and plan further conferences.
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Stevens’ Culliers
Willie
Yrobuge
Ives
Halle
Be Hospital Patient Dies After Fall From Fire Escape
A patient at Be Joseph's hospital died after lying at the ground beneath a fire escape this morning. The man, identified as Lancaster Bot David Strickler, apparently attempted to climb back into the hospital and fell, dying shortly after. No further details were provided.
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Lancaster
Bot
David Strickler
Yoursel
Be, Joseph's Hospital
Fis
Weir
York County Centennial Parade Ends Celebration
Citizens witnessed a full day of festivities as York County marked the centennial with a large parade. Crowds lined the streets, bands performed, and the event concluded successfully with participants and onlookers celebrating the historic occasion.
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York, Boot
York County
Endowment Fund Drive Hailed by Providenne University
A local university announces a 220 000 endowment fund contribution from the Rockefeller corporation amid a corporate meeting. The figures and names reflect a historic fundraising milestone for the institution.
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Providenne
Japa W
Rockefeller Jie
D Et
Pene
Transvaal Defies British Demands and Agrees to Talks
Pretoria reports the Transvaal republic rebuts British demands calling them untenable while acknowledging Britain's rights to protect subjects under international law. A further conference on franchise and representation is proposed. London dispatches note cabinet timing and Times urging Parliament for immediate supplies if needed.
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Pretoria
Transvaal
Great Britain
London
Colonial Office
Mr. Chamberlain
Cabinet Council
Lord Salisbury
Times
Navy's Fast New Ship Sets Speed Record at Sea
Newport News Va Sept 6 The Worlders trial run exceeded contract speed with a maximum 174 knots in water eight to ten fathoms deep. Captain Faireloth aboard as navigator and Captain Hand aiding with compasses oversaw the test aboard the Kearsarge, first battleship built by Newport News Shipbuilding.
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Newport News
Virginian
Capes
Eebt
Faireloth
Ward Line
Hand
Philadelphia
Newport News Shipbuilding Company
Kearsarge
Naval
M. Cheeter
Kentucky
Robbed in the Jersey Pines
New Egypt New Jersey report of Geore Archer attacked by two assailants while returning from Carsville in an open wagon. Archer knocked from the wagon, left unconscious, companion Southard fled. Robbers took all money and valuables. wounds not deemed serious by Dr. Woolward.
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New Egypt
N. J
Geore Archer
Oleh
Carsville
Archer
Southard
Cassville
Archter
Auanietanes
Tle
C. BE. Woolward
Trimps
Carter Not The Only Guilty Party In Savannah Harbor Case
Washington reports Captain C. M. Carter the U S Army officer sentenced for embezzling state funds linked to Savannah harbor work will begin serving his sentence. Attorney General Griggs plans full review and possible prosecutions of other involved parties as the administration faces criticism over the case. News notes follow-up on contractor ties and related harbor contracts across New York, Delaware and other sites.
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Washington
C. M. Carter
United States Army
Savannah
McKinley
Griges
MccKinkey
MacVeough
Grigas
Cattersell
Cantain Warter
Megel
Thorousa Reviston
Partizan
Carter
Blair
Thines-Herald
Aly
Blaly
New York
John F. Gaynor
Greene
Delaware
Point Judith
Bondusky
New York Harbor
St. John's River
Delenare Enatish
Kansas City
English
Quinn
Patchen Is King Defeats Star Pointer In Great Race
In New York at the Ent re City trotting track Joe Patchen defeated Star Pointer and John R. Gentry in a marquee pacing event. Patchen won heat one by a neck in 2 44, heat two by a length with 2 00 4 and finished the finale strong as Star Pointer broke badly. Star Pointer was later declared out of racing, with Gentry unable to contend.
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New York
Star Pacers
Star Pointer
Joe Patchen
John R. Gentry
Searchment
McCleary
John St. Gentry
Roy
Searchlight
Dark Night
Joe Fatehen
John Rh. Gentry
Patchen
Tainter
Conigy
John KH
Gentry
Rochester
Goshen
Shipping Arrivals and Departures Dominate New York
The report lists several steamship movements including Biupi O Arrivad from Servia to Liverpool, Teutonic bound for Liverpool, Pring Regent Lupo from New York, Baile from New York to Bremen, St. Lou and Queenstown arrivals, and Houlogne sailing from Amsterdam to Rotterdam.
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New York
Biupi O—Arrivad
fServia
Liverpool
Bouthampton
Boutdwark
Antwerp
Teutonic
Hremet
Pring Regent
Lupo
Southampton
Baile
Bremen
St. Lou
Queenstown
Autom
Houlogne
Amsterdam
Rotterdam
Luzon Troops Withdrawn as Imus Unrest Persists
The Iowa segment of volunteers on Luzon is withdrawn to prepare for return home. About 504 sail, 406 on sick list, 75 re-enlisted while 39 wounded and nine died. Fighting around Malolos and San Fernando noted. Insurgents attack Datos village, later repulsed by Dato Mund forces. Zamboanga reports a largely deserted town. Philippine paper money totals 3 million dollars with compulsory acceptance and three year redeemability. insurgents call for supplies to arms from interior property owners.
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Manila
Iowa
Luzon
Berricks
Calucan
Feventy
Zamboanga
Dato Mund
Datos
Diato
Interiar
Convention of Postmen Gathers in Wilkes-Barre Amid Turbulent Debate
National letter carriers wrapped their annual convention with speeches opposing political meddling. A resolution endorsing the Philippine policy failed by a wide margin while a pension fund plan was sent to the Legislation committee. A lobbyist directive for Washington was approved as delegates enjoy excursions and a special train to Bellevue Park.
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St. Thomas
Committee On
Vanother
Nay Ang Park
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Bellevue
Green
Ma Netian
Anlary Hill
Deweys
Slantia Bay
United States
Philipine Islands
National Association of Letter Garriers
Aateme Bled
Legggue
Session of National Association of Letter Carriers Ends in Debate
The convention in session yesterday discussed pay reforms and probation rules for new carriers. Resolutions favored a lightweight uniform, urged legislative action on postal staffing, and backed equal pay proposals while opposing expansionist policy in the Philippines.
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National Association of Letter Carriere
Tomi
Ils
Richard Quinn
Bail- Adelphia
Cannibtoee
Promotion List of Fourteenth Regiment National Guard
The article notes promotions and appointments in the Fourteenth Regiment National Guard of Pennsylvania. War colonel W. J. Thompson lieutenant colonel Harry Corbett major Captain Mary D. Fowler and Major BR. M. Ewing are named among the tenured officers.
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Phttehures
Hleotion of
Offeora
Fourteenth Regiment
National Guard of Pennsylvania
W. J. Thompson
Harry Corbett
Marry DD. Fowler
BR. M. Ewing
Washington Weather Forecast For Thursday And Friday
Eastern Maryland region expects generally fair conditions on Thursday and Friday with brisk north to east winds. Temperatures remain mild with no significant precipitation anticipated.
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Washington
Bept
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