Pneumatic Caissons for Ship Lifting Debated
A flooded wartime style discussion outlines a plan using pneumatic caissons to raise a sunken ship to allow inspection and repair. It describes cradles, cables, and hoisting power, proposing a system to lift 7000 ton hulls from Habana harbor mud for naval review and potential dry docking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Embroston
John F
Petro
Poughkeepsie
Pennsylvania Railroad
Rivar
Oliver
Maine
Habana Harbor
Bet
Hudson
Ile
O'Rouke
Hoban Harbor
Naval Board
Mnnel
Wickersham
Beef cattle results from Taylor farm near Columbia
Mr. BF Taylor spoke at Wrightsville Beach about South Carolina beef cattle trials on his Taylor farm near Columbia. He described purchasing 2, those grading, fattening 363 head at a total cost of 11,280.68 and selling for 14,? noting a net profit and manure value from Clemson analysis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor
Columbia
BF. Taylor
South Carolina
Carrie
Clemson
Boundary Dispute Over North Augusta Shooting Split
Discussion at Aiken centers on whether the Wednesday shooting of Arthur Grubs occurred on the Georgia or South Carolina side of the North Augusta bridge. If on the Georgia side it could complicate arrests, given jurisdictional limits between the states. The boundary dispute hinges on river center versus water levels. Also noted are local notices about a tragedy involving Mrs Emmie Lillian Dennis, a Clemson College accident, and the Clemson College widow, plus a Kights Templar commandery planned attendance at Chicago in August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken
Arthur Grubs
North Augusta
Georgia
South Carolina
Carolina
Inland Waterways and Atlantic Coast Trade Gains
Discussion on Inland Waterways and Atlantic coast commerce highlights potential savings and development. Congressmen from Pennsytean Wh Stall of Novi Caeulina push for open waterways from Mamé to Florida, arguing nation would gain millions in commerce and reduce ocean risks. Chester fire destroys Caroling and Northwestern Railway shops, two engines, a passenger coach, and contents. losses exceed 100000 dollars with insurance expected to cover some costs.
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Torore
Cleesetown
Congresnion
Novi Caeulina
Florida
Atlantic
Cote Merce
Passauwe
Chester
Caroling & Northwestern Railway
Governor Candidate Sued Over Servicer Fees in State News
A suit filed against gubernatorial candidate John T. Duncan claims a contractor owed $105.20 for services and alleges fraudulent contracting. The plaintiff S J Pedder seeks a quick trial, fearing asset disposal before suit resolution, while Duncan contemplates delaying proceedings. Separately Southern railway unveils motor car service on the Greenville to Anderson line, drawing large crowds and local curiosity as power and schedule details draw interest across the Upcountry region.
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T. Thmman
Tie Reporter
Columbia
S. J. Kedter
Felder
Joby T. Duncany
Juin Duncan
Epon
S. J. Pedder
John T. Duncan
Tie
Southern
Southern Railway
Ice Ridge
Greenville
Andera
Hth
Piedmont
Pelzer
Willamston
Belton
Fire destroys farmer Henry Adams barn and stables
A large fire swept Henry Adams's premises near Lexington Avenue, burying farm buildings and a quantity of oats, corn, cotton seed, and hay. Fire crews expected to erect a new drainage system in the coming minutes as investigators, including ALG, the U.S. official on farm management, assess the scene.
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Henry Adams
Lexington Way
Samy Saturdas
Colored men seek county fair in Aiken to fund housing
Aiken Colored Men want a county fair to aid housing by forming an association and raising capital. A meeting is called for August 8 to organize and secure funds. The white fair association has refused use of their grounds for the event.
Postal savings banks seek wide post office adoption
Washington reads long requests from postmasters urging branch postal savings banks in their communities. More than 200 letters pour in as rural and urban patrons press for access, with postmasters citing circulation, thrift, and aid to workers and foreigners. A mix of towns from Beallingham to Everett seek the scheme, while many entries note local economic need and youth savings efforts.
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Srand
Washington
postoMcex
Slushrork
MacVeagh
Wickersham
Naud
Annie
Ian
Ethiee
Asia
Ted Wott
Jay Born
Vetaliek Sy Bneie
Haven
Fe Biushoy
Dirk
Pelin
Jodtmakier
Bealingham
Wash
Ceneral
Everett
Madieau
Rees
Corey Abel
Noamaster
al Hrookenridge
Me Saya
Amal
Comparizon
Superior
Neb
Hunn Savings Bank
Great Falls
Mant
Onarga I
Peyney
Texan
Oklahoma
Aubiert
Ff Texan
Oklahomue
Toalelyna
Missiseaipnt
Aihania
Ceorety
Sorth
Carolina
Perth
Aimoda Liane
Municipal health chief urges poultry yards in city
Pittsburg director of public health, BR Walters, shifts focus from smoke nuisance to public healthcare. He says the black Will district needs a public poultry yard to house hundreds of families keeping chickens in cellars. He deems a municipal poultry stock yard and slaughterhouse the only solution.
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Pivesboeg
Frmetnt
Pittsburg
BR. Walters
Department of Public Health
Han
Walters
Illinois waterway link opens between Chicago and St Louis ports
A long continuous water course from Chicago to the Mississippi river ports and to St Louis was opened. The drainage canal and the old Illinois and Michigan canal at Lockport were joined, creating a channel deep enough for vessels of light draft. Officials estimate the new link will provide at least five feet of water for navigation.
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Chiesa
Chinapo
Chicago
St. Louis
Missiapeli
Delegates cheer as Bryan veto outcome stirs tension
In Grand Island Nebraska a tense convention unfolds after a vote on amendments. Delegates silent during a roll call on the Bryan amendment, then erupt in cheers as the result signals Bryan’s defeat while supporters rally. The scene features figures tied to Bryan’s camp and lingering political maneuvering within the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand
Ervin
Ie Laticaster
Evanly Elpeauuny
Sith
Race Riot at Ashland West Virginia
A race riot erupted Monday afternoon in Ashland West Virginia. Soldiers from the National Guard were called as clashes involved men of six ages. The riot led to injuries and property damage while authorities prepared for arbitration to protect workers from molestation.
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Ashland
W. Va
Olin
W.va
Nortel
Wester
Aniaelor
Owermal Capenet
Fragmented Town Meeting Hints at Theft and Loss
At a local meeting with tense atmosphere communities discuss a $400 offer related to a theft case involving ex Mayor Mewsrr and a missing chifl from the Wren Star ledger. Wren Star remains referenced amid names like Ridgeway Shel and Mrs Anderson as details blur in the damaged report.
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Acsassin
Ridgeway
Frente Beer
Mollie Ajiborsny
Lansia
Pepinnin
Wien
Womack
Anderson
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Louisiana
Sare
Laura Porter
Jixachita
Bihia
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Sperial
Kawart & Man
Charles
Wresilant
Mutual Insurance Company
Mra Toreman
Hnstant
Terence. Wuld
Old
Commonwealth
Emmie Lillian Dennis
Meniliniss
Spartar
Eeilin
Jennings
Sage
Aloe
Thomings
Mins
Barrow
Barr
Clemson College
Mims
Fort Worth
Texas
Knights
Sour Cawuia
Kijelits Templar
Ue Butte
Order
Ourrest
State Farmers’ Union
Andaben Si
Thie State
Uncle Sam
W. A. Rogers
South and West
Cood
Bryan
Nebraska
Mon
Woeran
Moric
Cleveland
Sporial
Kreeder
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