Spaniards Lose 90 in Sea Storm While Fleeing Insurgents
Hong Kong Daily Press reports 90 Spaniards including 16 priests perished when the Spanish gunboat Leyte was captured by Dewey’s squadron. Spaniards sought three sailing vessels to escape coastal danger but a storm forced tow losses. An American search found no trace, with Hong Kong Press concluding the vessels foundered with all aboard.
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Tacoms
Ang Wi
Hong Kong
Leyte
Admiral Dewey
Manila Bay
Dewey
Pampangas
Manila
Hioneborg
Conditions at Camp Thomas Protest Report on Park Conditions
At Camp Thomas the War Department ordered an inquiry into conditions and General HV Boynton completed and sent a favorable report to Washington. Water, ground, hospitals, and attention were praised though some statements face dispute from army officials. Moving the first corps to Anniston and battery relocations face rail and timing challenges with regiments to depart soon, though exact destinations remain unsettled.
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Chickamaugarare
Denn
HV Boynton
Chickamauga-Chattanoora National Military Park Commission
War Department
Een
Fit Corps
Anniston
Ala
Mississippi
Tennessee
Park
At- Well
Georgia
Ohio
Columbus
Indiana
Iron and Biel Sheet Manufacturers' meeting in Pittabure
The Iron and Biel Sheet Manufacturers' Association of the United States holds its annual meeting in Pittabure Pa to set next year's prices. Secretary Jurcett notes a probable price increase of about a cent per ton for sheets due to higher raw material costs. Orders already placed require around-the-clock operation for a year and upcoming ship plate demands for domestic and export use may push prices higher later.
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Pittabure
Pa. Ave
Iron and Biel Sheet’ Manufacturers’ Association of the United States
Jurcett
Knights Adopt New Ritual and Plan Funding Changes
Induospotls Indiana August 26 A Knights of Pythias unit adopts a modified uniform rank ritual. A committee reports on alleged extravagance by supreme lodge officers and proposes a contracts committee for printing and expenses. A per capita tax of six cents and $3,000 plus $7,500 from supreme representatives are planned to fund the order, with a loan of $25,000 for supreme lodge expenses. Supreme tribunal adjourns after dismissing a case. John H. Alexander of Virginia re elected supreme tribune for five years. W B Gale succeeds Geyren D. Beay as cabenai example.
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Induospotls
Ind
Premedes
Knights of Pythias
Supreme Lodge
Mie
Spreme Lodge
Watch
Ipreme Lodge
Supreme Judae
Supreme ‘Tribunal
T. W. Donne
Pep Oate
Quarrel Turns to Shooting on Fourts and Taylor
James J. Dargitz, riding the Santa Fe, was shot in the leg and beaten by Waldo and Spence Calvin and another assailant near Fourts and Taylor after a prior dispute two weeks earlier. Dargitz filed charges of assault and attempted robbery against the Calvin trio as they fled the scene.
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James J. Dargitz
Spence
Waldo Calvin
Dargitz
Calvin
Darsita
Fourts
Taylor
Hin
Ane
Sand Binding Stations Study Explores Pacific Coast
Washington Professor Lamson Bombaer of the agricultural department completed a six week tour investigating sand binding on the Pacific coast. The study recommends extending the program to the Rocky Mountains and implementing practical demonstrations of sand binding methods to curb tree and telegraph damage from drifting sands.
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Washington
Lamson- Bombaer
Agricultural Department
Mae
Rocky Mountains
Karnival Knights Consider Honolulu Queen for Carnival
The Karnival Knights met at the Commercial club rooms to decide on a queen for the Carnival. John Waters suggested a queen from Hawaii and the idea was initially adopted, but later word from Honolulu indicated the queen would be forthcoming, causing limited objections among members. President C K Holli led the discussion, signaling further deliberation.
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Karnival Knights
Hawaii
John Waters
Case
Honolulu
C.K. Holll
Parade preparations underway for Karnivas night
The note assigns Major Shreve as parade committee chairman and calls for immediate work toward a $60 parade. Mr Holliday urges prompt action and announces the next Karnivas senighes meeting upon presidential call.
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Mr. Holliday
Major Shreve
Karnivas Senighes
Superior Goes Down Near Belle Island West Side
Cleveland, Aug. 9. A. M. Bradley reports telegraph from captain of the steamer Superior stating the vessel ran aground in four fathoms of water on the west side of Belle Island and sank after being towed by the Sandusa in heavy seas. All crew saved and at Charlevoit. Iron cargo lost.
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Cleveland
M. A. Bradley
Superior
Gay
Belle Island
Charlevoit
V Bay
Guatemalan Outrages Reported Along Border
Aug 36 Tapacuula Mexico reports widespread outrages by Guatemala army officers against Mexicans. One case involves Trinidad Vega, an honest farmer accused of selling horses and told the Guatemalans they wished to buy horses, prompting a troubling encounter.
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Tapacuula
Mexico
Guatemala
Trinidad Vega
Secretary Alger at Camp Wikoff and Topeka Carnival Knights
The report outlines experimental crops and dune stabilization efforts at Yakima and near Walla Walla under government management. It notes a planned queen’s escort from San Francisco to Topeka, labor parade preparations, and official K Kumbrellas and caps with a new monogram. It also covers the carnival ball plans, a souvenir program, and a poet laureate appointment.
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Topeka
San Francisco
Kansas
Karnival Knights
Waters
Bankfer
K. K
K. Kumbrelis
A. J. August
Me. C. BH. Trepp
Tom King
E H. W. Roby
Hawaii
Knights
Mr. Roby
Karnieal Knights
Mr. Holiday
Reichenbach
Potato Riots Hit Barbadoes Plantations at Night
Reports from Jamaica describe looting at Barbadoes plantations on the night of Aug. The unrest follows the House of Assembly shooting incident, with authorities warning more troubles may follow.
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Barbadoes
Kingston
Jamaies
Hardadoen
Great Britain
House of Assembly
Shaupele Deranged Soldier Tries to Kill Himself
Camp Merriam San Francisco Aug 20 Private Fred Sheafele company A Twentieth Kansas is in the regimental hospital suffering from apparent temporary insanity. He loaded his rifle with intent to shoot himself but was restrained and beat his brains with fists. He believes he is subject to brain attacks and cannot recall his actions. He will likely be discharged for disability. The funeral of Private Elmer McIntyre of company B was held Sunday. He died of pneumonia and lived in Neosho Falls carrying 7000 dollars.
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C. A
Shaufele
Elmer McIntyre
Company
National Cemetery
McIntyre
Neosho Falls
Boycott Legal Says St Louis Court Rules
Judge Valliant of the St Louis circuit court issues a ruling in the Marx and Huss case declaring boycotts legal provided no force or intimidation is used. A temporary injunction previously granted by Judge McKee barred the union from boycotting the tailoring firm.
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Abt Louis
St. Louis
Valliant
Marx and
Huss Leainst Watson
McKee
Vallient
Smallpox Quarantine Hits Put-in-Bay Hotel Victory
Local board of health in Put-in-Bay reports smallpox cases among hotel guests at Hotel Victory with quarantine enforced. The harbor remains closed to movement as 100K visitors reportedly flee the island amid precautionary measures.
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Hotel Victory
Columbus
State Board of Health
Put-in-Hay
Miso Sali
Galy
Motel Victory
Truse
Administration report on Santiago finances shows surplus
Adjutant General Corbin cites General Shafter dispatch noting transfer of customs duties to General Lawton. Officials salaries and expenses paid to date leave a balance of 390,000 in treasury. Customs costs have been reduced from 30,000 to 7 2008 per year with further savings expected.
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Santiago
Washington
Corbin
Shafter
Lawton
Eile
Aguinaldo’s Plans Relate to Cavite Clash and Manila
Hong Kong reports say Cavite insurgents are to evacuate and move two miles inland to avoid further trouble as Aguinaldo warns his forces near Manila. Merritt’s actions trigger protest as clashes leave several dead. American and Filipino tensions rise amid censorship and reports from Manila and Times correspondents.
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London
Hong Kong
Daily Mail
Cavite
Aguinaldo
Spain
America
Manila
Branila
Sys
Hart
General Merritt
Merritt
The
Times
Lord Salisbury
Philippines
Armerican
Greene
Washington
Miles Must Explain In Wake Of Press Dispatches
Washington Aug. When General Miles returns to Washington he will be asked for an explanation of recent interviews and dispatches the War Department has not published Secretary Alger says the department will not enter into controversy with subordinates and will not discuss Miles during his absence. General Miles publicized dispatches from the secretary and General Shafter, a breach of military regulations, but no court can compel civilian testimony. General Stiles may also be called to account for interviews. The controversy may reach Congress and could delay legislation to raise troops for overseas campaigns.
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Washington
Aug. C
Milles
War Department
Alger
Department
General Miles
Miles
Shafter
Mites
Stiles
Congress
Rabbi Rosenbloom Killed by 17 Year Old Attacker in Chicago
Chicago, Aug 20. Rabbi Louis Rosenbloom, a Hebrew teacher born in Poland and educated in Europe, was kicked to death by John Schlecka, a 17 year old boy who attacked Rosenbloom when he intervened to rescue a child. The incident occurred at 220 DeKoven street near Levi family home. Schlecka and others fled as police approached.
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Chicago
Louis Rosenbloom
John Seblecta
DeKoven Street
Ives
Levi
Rosenbloom
Youni Sehleca
Jiuisiue Levi
Schiecta
Hosenbraum
Schleca
Poland
Europe
America
McKinley to cut Canton visit. will camp at Montauk and Camp Wikoff
Cleveland report details President McKinley’s shortened Canton stop on a broader eastern trip. He aims to assess the war situation, with two or three hours in Canton before heading to New York and Camp Wilcom, Montauk Point, and return plans to Washington. The party, including Mrs. McKinley and aides, plans rest and possible longer vacation later in fall.
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Cleveland
McKinley
Canton
Montauk Point
Camp Wikoff
Iron T. Herrick
McKinsey
New York
Camp Wilcom
Washington
Pennsylvania
Cantos
George B. Cortotyon
Tosheer
McKinney
Somerset
Tertick
Carnival Queen voyage funds and telegrams sent
This morning C K Holliday Jr and John Waters sent twenty dollars to Dan B H Case via telegraph to cover the Hawaiian carnival queen’s trip from Honolulu to San Francisco. Funds go to San Francisco for boat routing to Fonelwin. A telegram was sent to San Francisco with instructions and the queen will be met there. The likely steamer is the Alameda, departing September 1 and arriving September 21. Weather notes from Chicago mention Kansas forecast and warmer winds.
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C. K. Holliday, Jr
John Waters
Dan BH
Himelnia
Honolulu
San Francisco
San Pransco
Fonelwin
Karnival Knights
Mr. Case
Topeka Water Plant Vote Favors Buying Existing Plant
Topeka council by a four to one vote endorses a measure to issue bonds not exceeding 4400 000 to acquire or build a new water works. The plan includes purchasing the current plant if needed, with a fall election to decide building versus buying. Officials cite mains size and pumping needs, outlining a 15 mile main system and 75 hydrants, with an estimated plant cost around 4400 000.
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Topeka
Fellowe
Stayer Fellows
Myer
Ander
Fellows
Te Council
Higines Darnes Contemplata
Tarneka
N- Kanaas
Auline
Shell
In & Benotal Way
Galleh
Wellman Returns From Greenland Expedition
Promacs Norway Auger Thy steam whaler Fridtjof returns with Weller Wellman and crew from a Greenland expedition at Cipe Trxabottom near Hell's refaint. They meet a French foresting party led by Dr A G Nerthowt and learn their search for balloonist Prof Andree has proved futile.
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Promacs
Norway
Fridtjof
Weller Wellman
Membre
Greendunit
Hee
Jordian
Cipe
Andree
Farle
Samoan King Dead as Typhoid Claims Ruler of Samoa
Auckland reports Malletoa Lacopepa, king of Samoa, died on Monday August 22 from typhoid fever. The ruler, known by the name Malletoa, fell victim to illness in Samoa, with news confirmed from the Lacopepa newspaper in Auckland.
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Malletoa Falls
Auckland
Malletoa Lacopepa
Samoa
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Oregon
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Barrilas
Shaupele Deranged
Cayite
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Fins
Anderson
Paris
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Subarte
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Andros
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