Vast Civil War Official Records Complete at Washington
The War Department finished the 128 volume official records of the Union and Confederate Armies after 26 years of work. A grand atlas accompanies the set, now available to promote public access with two free sets for every senator and representative for distribution to constituents. The project, led by Brigadier General C Ainsworth, advances despite earlier distribution gaps and library losses.
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Government Printing Office
Washington
C. Ainsworth
Record and Pension Office
War Department
Astor stirred by Milne uninvited concert claim
May Gaboo Astor reports in Pall Mall Gazette that Sir Berkeley Milne of the Naval and Military Club attended a London concert at Mr. Astor's home without an invitation. Milne was confronted by Astor and asked to leave, then apologized. Astor later published Milne’s uninvited presence, prompting backlash from Milne's influential circles.
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May Gaboo Astor
William Waldorf Astor
The
Pall Mall Gazette
Sir Berkeley Milne
Naval and Military Club
Piccadilly
Osborne
London
Mr. Astor
Captain Milne
Milne
Sir Berkeley
New York
Astor
Duke of York
Nailing Campaign Lies and Voter Skepticism
The piece discusses how campaigns rely on lies as a long standing tactic. It notes political operatives and candidates rarely deny every false claim and urges readers to doubt campaign statements. It references historical figures Mark Hanna and a hypothetical Senator Jones as examples.
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Mark Hanna
Senator Jones
Porter’s Good Work Promotes Franco American Ties
The French government and press have acted to ease anti American sentiment after the Spanish war. Efforts over the past year show improved Franco American relations and a cordial tone at Washington and Fourth of July events. Ambassador Horace Porter is credited with contributing to this favorable shift.
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France
America
United States
Spain
Washington
Horace Porter
Old Viceroy Li Hung Chang Probed by Views
The article weighs Li Hung Chang as a statesman versus an arch humbug. It notes he is the best known Chinese figure to Americans, enjoys public sympathy, and remains a friend to the United States. It cites his vow to preserve friendly ties regardless of war outcomes and mentions Admiral Kempff’s refusal at Taku as understanding the situation.
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Li Hung Chang
Henry Norman
United States
Ul Hung Chang
Miral Kempff
Taku
What the Kaiser Said to the Marines at Wilhelmshaven
Ear witness accounts reveal the emperor’s remarks before departure for China were harsher than official reports. He vows to establish peace by force and to avenge dishonor to the fatherland, aiming to drive the German colors from the Pekin wall.
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Ilhelmshaven
China
Wilhelmshaven
Pékin
Kissin Bug Attacks Three in New York City
Three cases of kissing bug bites were reported in New York City with victims attacked near Marsh Lands Richmond Hill and Rockaway. Lip swelling followed the bites and doctors treated patients at Long Island Hospital Belle vue Hospital and other facilities.
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New York City
Emile Zeigler
Long Island Hospital
Mary Tassard
Richmond Hill
Bellevue Hospital
Rockaway
Long Island
Making British Flags Imported to England from the United States
A London dealer quoted in the Morning Leader says most British flags sold in Britain are now imported from the United States. He cites that American flag production runs into the millions and dominates global sales. He notes nearly all British flags used in Canada originate from the U S.
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United States
England
America
London
Canada
The
Republic
Kempff Relieved by Remey as American Fleet Commander
Rear Admiral Kempff has been relieved of command of the American fleet in Chinese waters. He advised against assault fearing massacre of missionaries in China. When colleagues chose to attack, he withdrew his squadron and observed, with Admiral Remey succeeding him.
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Kempff
Europe
Taku
United States
China
Remey
Biograph Fiend Threatens Notables With At Home Movies
A London studio offers on site moving pictures with self portraiture during weddings and other events. A cheap biograph machine allows capturing hundreds of snapshots of chosen individuals for reproduction, raising concerns about public figures' privacy.
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London
Nash, a Farmer Near Ashland Badly Cut Up by a Reaper
News item reports Nash, a Nebraska farmer near Ashland, sustained serious injuries after being struck by a mowing reaper drawn by five frightened horses. Rescue crews transported him for urgent medical care.
Fall from bicycle injures Miss Lawrence in Tecumseh Neb
Miss Amy Lawrence and Miss Juandh Hughes were riding when Lawrence hit an old can, flew over the handlebars, and struck her head and back. Ribs were severed from the spine and her head lacerated. she remained semi conscious for hours and will be bedbound for weeks. Lawrence lives in Elk Creek and the accident happened there.
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Tecumseh
Neb
Amy Lawrence
Juandh Hughes
Elk Creek
Prohibition party ticket named at Lincoln convention
At Lincoln on July 18 the prohibitionist convention announced the state ticket with L. C. Jones for governor and Charles P. Lawson for lieutenant governor. N. L. Whitney would be secretary of state, C. C. Crowell treasurer, Erastus Hickman land commissioner, Wilson Brody auditor, D. M. Strong attorney general, Bartley Blair superintendent, plus electors at large D. A. Shaffer and Joel Warner and district electors for five districts headed by Charles E. Smith John Dale C. L. Carpenter Frank A. Burt William Trimmim George H. Hornby.
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Lincoln
L. C. Jones
Charles P. Lawson
Santee Agency
N. L. Whitney
Beatrice
C. C. Crowell
Blair
Erastus Hickman
St. Edward
Joel Warner
Creston
Charles E. Smith
Falls City
John Dale
Omaha
C. L. Carpenter
Creighton
Frank A. Burt
Aurora
Wiliam Trimmim
Orleans
George H. Hornby
Valentine
Frightful Farm Accident Claims 9 Year Old Life
A June farm accident near Ashland Nebraska left Willie Frederick, son of Melville Frederick of Memphis, dead after being thrown beneath a reaper by five frightened horses. His left leg was severed and his arm mutilated before surgeons could help. he died within hours.
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Ashland
Neb
C. L. Nash
Willie
Melville Frederick
Memphis
Frederick
Awas
Grasshoppers Cause Grain Damage in Nebraska County
CREIGHTON Neb July 17 Farmers in the county report grasshoppers causing notable damage to wheat and oats and warn that lack of rain could further reduce yields. Some fields also suffered from a recent hail storm leaving a two mile by several mile strip damaged north of Creighton. Corn thought destroyed may still yield one-quarter to one-third of a crop.
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Creighton
Neb
Cambridge Bay Citizens Acquire Bloodhounds
Cambridge Neb July 13 The pair of bloodhounds purchased by Cambridge residents arrived from Tennessee today. Citizens hope the dogs will curb burglaries and reduce petty thefts after months of midnight depredations.
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Cambridge Bay
Cambridge
Neb
Tennessee
Span of Bridge Drops Near Fullerton
A thirty foot span of the bridge over the Loup river near Fullerton Nebraska collapsed while a traction engine and tender crossed. Russell Hadley was thrown into the water with the machine, suffering minor facial and neck cuts and a sprained ankle. Injuries are not serious.
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Fullerton
Neb
Loup River
Russel Hadley
Hadley
Lightning Strikes Kill Cattle In Pierce Neb
A July 17 report from Pierce Nebraska states lightning during a thunderstorm killed two cows belonging to Joseph Forsyth, knocked down his herder a boy named Albright who was unhurt, and injured none. William Fuest lost two horses and C W Mingus one horse to the same storm.
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Pierce
Neb
Joseph Forsyth
Albright
William Fuest
C. W. Mingus
York Seeks New Ward School on East Hill
At a York Nebraska school meeting a resolution called for more classrooms and a new ward school on East Hill. The plan would add a fourth ward school and a new high school building, expanding the campus alongside existing facilities.
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York
York, Neb
Helf
East Hill
Hold Up by Masked Men In Plattsmouth Depot
Two masked men in Plattsmouth Nebraska entered the Missouri Pacific depot and forced Night Operator Becker to surrender money after threatening him with a revolver. They escorted him along the track, took his knife and pocketbook, and returned it with contents missing and his watch.
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Plattsmouth
Neb
Missouri Pacific
Becker
Figg Case Closes Insanity Board Run In Papillion
Mrs Figg testified with visible strain as the insanity board in Papillion nears verdict. Her answers were selective and her demeanor showed tension while her husband defended her and questioned the legality of questioning. Lt Armstrong reported the accused were found physically and mentally fit.
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Papillion
Neb
Figg
Lt. Armstrong
Thunderstorm Strikes Harvard Nebraska Market Area
A severe thunderstorm moved through Harvard Nebraska on July 17 with torrential rain and sharp thunder and lightning. A bolt near Delaney's elevator shocked a team on scales, staggering the driver briefly, though the exact strike point was not confirmed.
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Harvard
Neb
Delaney
Bank of Vesta goes into voluntary liquidation
Tecumseh Neb July 17 Cashier L R Bailey of the Exchange bank of Vesta says there is not enough banking business in the town to pay him and the management has decided to quit. The bank has closed up its business and depositors have been paid in full. Bailey will devote his energies to farming.
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Tecumseh, Neb
L. R. Bailey
Exchange Bank of Vesta
Bailey
Exchange Bank of
Vesta
Will Lyons Hurt in Cattle Crossing Accident
In Trenton Nebraska on July 17 Willam Lyons son of J M Lyons stock man suffered a serious fall while moving cattle. His horse bolted near a bridge causing the animal to overturn from about thirty feet. He was taken home by wagon. doctors diagnosed a broken wrist several bruises and possible lung injury.
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Bey
Trenton
Neb
Willam Lyons
J. M. Lyons
Will
Bank to Liquidate and Close After Depositors Paid
Tecumseh Nebraska July 13 Cashier L R Bailey of the Exchange bank of Vesta says there is not enough cash to continue business The bank has entered voluntary liquidation and will close paying depositors Bailey plans to devote his energies to farming
Firemen's Tournament Preparations In York Nebraska
York Nebraska readies for a firemen's tournament to be held July 24 25 26. Organizers completed an outstanding track and are constructing amphitheaters with seating for 5000 and a bandstand. The track lies one block from the public square.
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York
Neb
Grain Stacks Burned Near Geneva in Windy Fire
Fire destroyed wheat stacks from fourteen acres and oats from seventeen acres on Will Cameron's farm in Madigan precinct Geneva Nebraska. A Fre mont Elkhorn and Missouri Valley engine sparked the blaze and high winds spread the flames despite neighbor efforts to halt it.
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Geneva
Neb
Will Cameron
Madigan Precinct
Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley
Meck Mroken by Fall
ALBION Neb July 17 A sad accident occurred here whereby D K Pittenger a prominent young farmer living east of the city lost his life He with some others were moving away hay when in some manner he fell from the mow a distance of about eight feet breaking his neck The deceased had only been married about a year.
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Meck Mroken
Albion
Neb
D. K. Pittenger
Robbers At Large After Missouri Pacific Office Hold Up
Plattsmouth Nebraska July 13 Sheriff Wheeler and Special Detective Delong have learned little on the two men who robbed the night operator and ticket office of the Missouri Pacific. With the safe not opened they only secured about ten dollars in cash, half of which belonged to the operator.
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Plattsmouth, Neb
Sherif W. D. Wheeler
Delong
Missouri Pacific
Parmer Killed by Fall in Albion Neb
Albion Nebraska July 13 At 10 o'clock D R Pittenger fell from the upper floor of his way barn striking his head and breaking his neck He lived only a few moments.
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Parmer
Albion
Neb
D. R. Pittenger
State Board Awards Contracts for State Fair Supplies
Lincoln July 13 State Board of Agriculture awarded contracts for fair supplies. Secretary Furnass predicted the largest livestock exhibit in fair history with strong support from Omaha implement dealers. An unnamed worker was injured by a fork of hay near a barn door. He leaves a young wife and belonged to the Modern Woodmen of America lodge.
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Lincoln
State Board of Agriculture
Furnass
Omaha
Modern
Woodmen of America
Chinese rulers divide lines as Pekin siege nears
London dispatch notes foreign nationals in Pekin under civil war risk while Prince Ching commands 10 000 mounted troops and guards ammunition. Sheng hints Lung Yu opposes Prince Tuan, foreigners urged to stay cautious as southern and central provinces tilt neutral. Couriers in Tianjin report MacDonald letter corroborates Hart and Ketteler death, Boxers feared if delay persists.
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London
Pekin
Prince Ching
China
Taotai Shang
Shanghai
Sheng
Lung Yu
Prince Tuan
Pekin News
Daily Mail
Tien Tsin
Claude MacDonald
Robert Hart
Baron von Ketteler
British Troops Take Bethlehem After Hard Fighting
Lord Roberts reports Clements and Paget forces entered Bethlehem on July 7 and captured the town by noon the next day with light casualties. Royal Irish and Seventy-seventh battery units supported the assault while Baden-Powell’s force moved to Rustenburg. Hunter’s cavalry reached Bethlehem on June 8 as the siege unfolded.
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London
Lord Roberts
War Office
Pretoria
Munsters
McPherson
Weakes
Conway
Boyd Crochefort
Scotish Rifles
Yorkshires
Imperial Yeomanry
Paget
Thirty-eighth
Royal Artillery
Baden-Powell
Rustenburg
Hanbury Tracy
Bethlehem
Clements
Royal Irish
Stormberg
Hunter
Broadwood
Search for Idler wreck bodies delayed by gale at Cleveland
No rescue efforts occurred as a strong gale kept tugs from reaching the Idler wreck off Cleveland where Mrs. Corrigan her three daughters, a niece and granddaughter drowned last Saturday. A party plans to deploy divers at the wreck tomorrow once conditions allow.
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Cleveland
James Corrigan
Diaz Secures Reelection as Mexico City Returns Vote
In a nationwide vote, electoral colleges in major cities cast ballots for General Diaz. Returns from distant states will arrive slowly, but preliminary tallies indicate Diaz will win a four year term beginning January 1. The conservative party did not nominate a candidate this year.
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City OF
Mexico
Republic
Diaz
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