Storm passes. passengers evacuated by boat
After a Gulf coast storm, trains were diverted, passengers on the Montgomery to Mobile route were transferred to boats overnight. Communications, water surges, and widespread damage along Mobile Bay disrupted lines. Verification of casualties or losses was incomplete as officials tracked flooding and closures.
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Montgomery
Raymiste
Vile & Nashville
Stonne
Aneves
Mer
Mobile
Weilers Union
Moeneines Agubgut
Port Morgen
Pharm
Telderuh
Fort Mur- Bag
Ay Uiroukh
Advicss
Tanta
Louthville
Leilayi
Ars
Vila
Eaost
Adikalte
Bled
Loulavile
Astville
Ana
Vessel Fletcher Arrives Amid Quarantine After Fulton Loss
The steamer Fletcher reached New Orleans today amid heavy weather and quarantine concerns. Reports say one vessel much damaged with several lives lost, and Captain Stevenson described salvage efforts and survivors, including passengers from Belin.
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New
Orin
Ang
United Prult Coupety
Fletcher
Fulton
Stevenson
Ern Guptath
Sian
J. Denham
Heen
Jesus
Esther
Twrive
Versace
Belin
TIDAL WAVE Ravages Gulf Coast Ports and New Orleans
A massive tidal surge driven by a gulf coast storm inundates Port Bade and New Orleans area. Telegraph lines down, rail and coastal facilities washed out, ships ashore, and 2000 lives feared lost on the Mississippi river while Cheniers, Grindale, and nearby communities face severe damage and isolation.
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New Orleans
Gulf Coast
Pensacola
Mississippi River
Port
Gimiy
Pine Childrat
Cee Susuredt
Gry
Port Bade
Burns
Cheniers Cam Inada
Grindale
Loulchine
Misnikatopdl
Lowinville & Nashville
Pontehertrain
Ife Amine
Ind
New Orieses
Miaburts
Millvare
Neptune
West End
Lakeview Wais
Bucktaen
Dan Canal
Tollhouse Street
Motongabely Coal Co
Crt
Beary Mike
Loticna
Gretaa
American market control alleged by London importer clash
Report notes a resurgence of maitre by Trishu and Rhitiah farmers and a probe promised by Bas into American and London conduct. The Asitators accuse the American cattle importer of restraining domestic traders and allege London control over markets and prices through market exclusion.
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Lewion
Aug
Trishu
Rhitiah
Boar of Agriculture
London
Stacey
Wealthiest Iowa Man Dies at Home in Keosauqua
An aged resident of Keosauqua in Des Moines state, Edwin Man Jine, died at his home at an early hour. The obituary notes he was the wealthiest man in Iowa, with an estate valued around three million dollars.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Edwin Man- Jine
Dens of vice in Topeka near outskirts draw protests
Neighbors report Stone's Folly a converted Bible school becoming a road house district. Sheriff cites lack of action to curb spread as several nearby residences rent or prepare to open while rumors link property deals to Dr Roby and Embassy grounds. Police outside city limits plan to keep operations away from policing jurisdiction.
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Topeka
Pualies
Harry Croft
Chariew H. Parham
American Bible Society
Croft
The
Bible Company
America Bible Society
Bille Society
Kumdae Avenue
Mrady
T St. Marys
Thors
Lew Arnold
Lower Hanan Avenue
Sixth Street
Sir George
Topekas
Jordan
Apie Tee Hoan
Sirth
Tae Gid
Jennie Cline
Vera Knowles
Y Stanton
Nowies
Cline
Hoet
Teix Dr. 21
Roby
South
Kansas Avenue
Broverty
Redden
Jota Muhsana
Fourth Street
Ranger Ordered Northward From San Diego
The Ranger cruiser, over a thousand tons, speeds six knots and heads north from San Diego to Punine pending orders. Philadelphia arrives at Gar Francisco en route to Mare Island dry dock for overhaul to be ready for potential southern deployment if required. State Department reports Venezuelan authorities note Colombian minister’s voluntary departure from Caracas and Russell assumes control of archives and interests only if requested.
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Washington
Ranger
San Diego
Cal
Jodas
Pungine
Hes
Philadelphia
Gar Francisco
Mare Island
Navy Department
State Department
Department of State
Afr
Russell
Venezuela
Caracks
Russell Bre
Legation
World Expo Invitations Touched By Carter and Prancio
Former Senator Thomas H. Carter of Montana and Governor David Prancio of Missouri met with Secretary Hay at the State Department to press for formal invitations to governments worldwide to exhibit at the upcoming fair. Hay said the department would prepare and transmit letters promptly.
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Washington
Thomas H. Carter
Montama
National Remiittee
David Prancio
Missouri
May
Wu Department
Hay
Bay
Temperatures of Large Cities and Chinese Palace Transfer
Temperatures from Aug 17 morning show New York 74, Boston 74, Philadelphia 74, Washington 76, Chicago 72, Minneapolis 60, Cincinnati 68, St Louis unspecified. In Pekin, Aug 16 the Palace of Ancestors, once guarded by French troops, was transferred to Chinese authorities intact and the Chinese expressed gratitude after other palaces were looted yet restored.
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Chicago
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Washington
Minneapolis
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Chinee
Four dollar weekly strike pay begins September first
Joliet and McKeesport reports show Amalgamated workers poised to join the strike. Tighe appeals to western lodges to unite, while fears grow over plant closures and relief funds for out workers across Pittsburgh and Wheeling.
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Shaffer
Chicago
Amalgamated Association
Pittsburg
McKeesport
Monongahela
Carnegie
Homestead
Dussauene
Wheeling
Steel Corporation
Williams
National Tubs Company
Nrrkers
MciCeesport
Joliet
Joliet, al
Ade
Dimals Steel Company
By & Gnahimous Vale
Tighe
Strikers Hold High Hope as Joliet Move Spurs Prolonged Fight
The Joliet action, echoing across steel towns, signals a widening conflict as 3,000 workers face layoff and non union plants prepare refits. Union leaders warn of a long, costly struggle while Milwaukee, Bayview, and Carnegie facilities brace for further activity and possible charter revocations.
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Pilsburg
Joliet
Milwaukee
Crem
Chivary
Unio
Toas
Mtecl Corporation
Avant
Jle
Pemerivante
Omo
West Virginia
McKeesport
Wheeling
Pittsburg
Corporation
Ng Sea
Bionday
American Tin Plate Company
Thrower Union Carnegie Mill
Lindsay & McCutcheon Mills
Shafer
Trustes Pierce
Pierce
Duncansville
Amalgamated Association
Tighe
Cresceus Race Interview Reveals Star Horse's 7,000 Payout
In New York on August 16 interviewed about Cresceus and The Abbot race, Cresceus' owner George J. Retubum of Toledo says Cresceus did as expected and is the greatest horse, though he netted only 7,000 in prize money. He explains motives and the plan to beat The Abbot, noting pacing and strategy on turf.
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New York
Cresceus
George J. Retubum
Toledo
Mull
Crenceus
Ketchum
Geera
National Conference Invites Fusion Populists in Reform Effort
A national conference of fusion Populists was invited by J. H. Cook, chair of the allied party and the fusion Populist state committee, to meet in Kanelle City on September 17. The aim is to align reform forces across the United States to create a new third party.
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Carthage
United States
J. H. Cook
Kanelle
Hailstorm Hits Arizona Area with Gales and Tree Damage
A wild hail event struck near Leis City, 18 miles east of here, with heavy gusts ripping through the region. Trees were toppled as strong winds damaged property and caused power interruptions. Residual rainfall and slick roads hindered travel.
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Arizona Arts
Aus
Baska
Leis City
Here
What of Ceres Perpetuated on Capitol Dome Plan
The Executive Council discusses placing a statue or figure on the Capitol dome to symbolize Ceres and state progress. Architect Stanton favors the idea, while officials weigh whether an inanimate emblem or a living representation best honors Kansas women and statehood. The State Journal invites further executive input and public guidance on the design choice.
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Romne
Kaur Son
Helal
Cme
State House
State Journal
Burton Calls On Attorney General After Night Attack
Washington diary notes J R Burton of Katees calling on Attorney General Knos after a clash at Sareiberton United States district court. A patient at Wisconsin State hospital questioned witness statements. Officials expect university reform steps to come from the department in the near future.
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Washington, D. C
Augus
Tiymator
J. R. Burton
Katees Calle
Knos Iniy
Hit Tree
Sareiberton United Stats Distniet
Holst
What They Missed in Labor Accord and Paris Race
Fragmented OCR notes show a labor union dispute over a capital accord and a proposed purchase plan for United States Steel Corp. Also mentions a Paris to Brest automobile race with start times and weather. The text is garbled but preserves references to labor, corporate plans, a cross‑continent race, and a Chicago weather forecast.
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Perens Ane
J. Pierpont Morgen Bos
Gremiert Labor Union
O «Alee
Iabor
Wew
State Sweet Corporation
Mma
United States
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Uunots Steel Company
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