Navy to retain war fame ships rather than sell them
Washington NEWS says navy officials favor keeping vessels famed in the last war rather than selling them. Gloucester Olympia and others are cited for enduring glory. disposal plans remain uncertain as officers advocate preserving the ships for future service and ceremonial use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Navy Department
Appuinwe
Gloucester
Oregon
Olympia
Navy
Department
Tevedug
Mary Prestine ii
Coreall
Pierpont Morgan
New
Mediterranean
Ran
Pay Only One Way Travel Deal Drawn Up
An amid wartime transport note discusses imposition of import and export duties on hemp, hardship on dealers, and calls for War Department action. It mentions a plan to permit ports in provinces and a focus on avoiding limits. A suggestion is made that bicycles could aid travel, and a Mexico City to return trip priced at 48.65 via Santa Fe route with tickets on sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washttetom
Amartia
Oliest
War Department
Prignines
City of Mexico
Lost 300 Men The Eighth Okie Has Had a Hard Time
The Eighth Okie returns to New York from Montauk Point with about 300 men unable to walk and around 200 on the sick list. Many are being treated at relief stations and various New York hospitals. Colonel Gard, the regimental commander, is greatly cast down as he learns 200 of his men were between Santiago and home. Some are in Camp Wilcott hospitals, and with good care many may recover.
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New York
Montaule Point
Long Inland
Long Island City
Gard
Santiago
Home
Camp Wilcott
Western Union
Murry Weaver
Albert Bafford
J. C. Safford
W. P. Danvers
Charles Heartburn
Jef
Arkansas City
Alnes
Donald
E. S Riley
Baptist Church
Manhattan
Auburn
Kansas River Baptist Association
Ae Tupeke
Maggie
Katana
Mrr
Ward
Kaneas
Eodourn
Smrs. Ward
Mies Flora Smith
Shawnre County Schoola
Garfield Park
Admission decision for insane patient at Topeka asylum
Sher Cook escorted William Bittles to the Topeka asylum last evening but Superintendent Wetmore refused admission, noting Bittles is confined to bed and soon to die. After probate court adjudged him insane, Cook had Bittles taken to the Salvation Army hospital as he is described as a dangerous raving maniac.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sher Cook
Wm. Bittles
Topeka
Wetmore
Bittles
Dolmin
Sheri Cook
Salvation Army Hospital
Chicago gas consolidation approved by judge under 1897 act
The Chicago gas consolidation under the 1897 act was affirmed by Judge Dunn in the eleventh circuit. The decision involved J Jaive inesson of New York for 715,000 in bonds of the consolidated companies. The bill sought an injunction to restrain operations and the appointment of a receiver to manage assets alleged to be dissipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Jude Dunn
J. Jaive Inesson
New York
Consolidated
Commondain Net
Alec
Mayor secure paving repairs for Toneke streets
Mayor Fellows has obtained Barber Asphalt to repair Tonoke pavements under a city contract. Work is promised to begin tomorrow after prior notice that conditions were bad and required immediate repairs. The city seeks long term fixes including replacing rotten wooden sections with brick where possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fellows
Barber Asphalt Company
Ferons
Park Improvement Urged by Mayor Fellows
Mayor Fellows called for action on the city park saying the area has long warranted improvement but plans have been dropped for two decades while the city has spent years building sidewalks.
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Fellows
Camp Shipp Named in Honor of Lieutenant Shipp at Anniston
Washington, gee 7 The camp at Anniston Alabama in command of General Frank had been named Camp Shipp in honor of Lieutenant William Shipp Tenth Cavalry who was killed before Santiago Lieutenant Shipp was appointed to West Point from North Carolina
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Shipp
Washington
Gee
Anniston
Ala
Frank
William Shipp
Tenth Cavalry
Santiago
West Point
North
Carollia
Society News Highlights From Topeka Parties
Julia El Whitmer hosted a progressive high five party with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitmer Miss Nell Perkes from Springfield Ohio, Russ Jennie Funk, and others. A later informal dance at Mr Stowers studio on Jackson Street drew many young people with attendees listed. notes mention various social visits and travels of local residents across states and towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia EL Whitmer
Frank Whitmer
Nell Perkes
Springfield
Ohio
Russ Jennie Funk
Santa Waters
Otsin VanTasse
Charlie Joslyn
Tutner Nellis
Deaf Waters
Pred Glick
George Mecoy
Lillian Tefft
Wille Rogers
Horace Macferran
Everett Dallas
George Pielste- Tan
Edward Stower
J. Dt. Falls
Dick Alden
Gillett
Ralph Moore
Warren Aker
Paul Palmer
Lew Graham
Dick Rogers
John Waters
Edward Dennis
Gay Rhea Company Delivers Entertaining Comedy At Crawford
Local dramatic news reports a lively performance by the Gay Rhea company at Crawford theater with The Girl from Chicago praised for Minshaes work and strong support from J F Street er Stanley Wall and Agnes Burke. Tonight The Ironmaster debuts as the troupe continues a brief tour through the season with upcoming acts including Damon and Pythias at Grand Opera House for K of P lodges.
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Crawford Theater
Gay Rhea
Chicago
Minshea
J. F Streeter
Stanley Wall
Mies Agnes Burke
Ironmaster
Rhea
Tislt
Damon and Pythias
Grand Opera House
K. of P. Lodges
Thie City
Lawrence McCarthy
St. Louis
McCarthy
Canada to quit pelagic sealing for negotiation
Ottawa dispatch reports cabinet councils to review Quebec conference work next Tuesday. Britain and Canada weigh surrender of pelagic sealing rights under the Paris treaty, with US compensation likely. If US refuses, Canada may concede other terms, while reciprocity and trade adjustments loom amid press reports of Americans wanting all.
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New York
Ottawa
Quebec
United States
Canada
Great Britain
Ttme
Downing Street
Great Republic
Dominion
Vartoux
Salmon Shipment Arrives From Cook's Inlet to San Francisco
The Jeno Das steamer reaches San Francisco after nine days from Cook's Inlet carrying salmon for Aluka Packers. Weather delays hinder work, miners report poor but steady yields. Centennial carries salmon to the city. In Russia the Novosti foresees Alsace Lorraine neutralization or independence as a possible outcome from disarmament debates. A Great Charity Ball planned in Chicago to benefit Army and Navy relief, organized by a women’s committee. Supplies for Dewey arriving. Gonior loaded with commissary cargo for the army in the Philippines and horses. Seven big bicycle races slated for Garfield Park tomorrow evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Jeno Das
Cook
Aluka
Jennifer
Wis
Port
Fie Eniet
Centennial
Thin City
Chicago
Peace Jublien
Auditorium Theater
Army and Navy League
Sépt
Philippines
Ottawa
Lombard Street
Army and Navy Changes Two Generals and Four Admirals Will Soon Retire
Washington reports major army and navy retirement shifts this year due to age. Major Generals William H. Graham and J. J. Coppinger will leave command roles, while Rear Admirals M. Sicard, A. Matthews, Joseph N. Miller, and F. N. Bunce retire. The article notes later retirements of Dewey Schley and Sampson as key Spanish War era figures.
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ARMY
Washington
Spain
Navy
William H. Graham
Second Army Corps
Middletown
J. J. Coppinger
Fourth Army Serpe
Huntsville
Admiral M. Sicard
Naval War Board
Naval Board of Promo- Cons
Matthews
Bureau of Guide and Docks
Joseph N. Miler
Pacific
F.N. Bunce
New York Navy Yard
George Dewey
W. &. Schley
W. T. Sampson
Officers Must Account for Government Property
The war department orders that all government articles in volunteer service be accounted for. Officers or men in charge of equipment must return receipts and be held responsible for shortages. An order directs records kept and property returned, with stringent accountability across units.
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Washington
Sept. T
Trong
United States
Ordnance Bureau of Subsistence
Quartermassure Department
War Department
Kuoe
Arma
Regiments Move From Camp Thomas For Muster Out
Two Arkansas regiments the First and Second will depart Camp Thomas for Little Rock to be mustered out. The First Mississippi heads to Laurder Springs Mississippi Friday for the same purpose but may be redirected due to yellow fever. Grigsby’s Rough Riders leave Friday or Saturday. Paymasters begin work tomorrow for limited pay. General Breckenridge relocates headquarters to Lexington early next week.
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Chickamauga Park
Tenn
Camp Thomas
Arkansas
Little Rock
Mississippi
Laurder Springs
Miss
Grigsbys
Nye
Chattaoora
Huntsville
Ala
Chattanooga
Breckenridge
Lexington
First Tennessee Regiment Enlisted Men Plea for Food Aid
In San Francisco Hugh Craig, president of the Chamber of Commerce, quotes the First Tennessee Regiment expressing thanks for efforts to have them mustered out. The men say they are suffering for food and shelter and urge return home where they can eat and rest, signed by the enlisted men in the regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Hugh Craig
The
Chamber of Commerce
First Tennessee Regiment
United States Army
Amd
Newfoundland Grants Fishing Access on West Coast Waters
The Newfoundland government considers permitting Gloucester refrigerator Yapset to secure a bond for fishing access in our west coast waters. The plan would allow a French entity to obtain a portion of the area, with conditions attached and bond requirements to be posted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newfoundland
St. Johns
N. F
Gloucester
Land Rush Opens 100 Acre Parcel from Pasadena to Tehaohappase
A rush formed for land in Prancigco on September 7 as about 100 acres were opened for settlement following a recent overlappinse land grant decision. The tract runs from Pasadena to Tehaohappase and buyers waited in line since Saturday for a chance at the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prancigco
Pasadena
Tehaohappase
Janes le
National Mexican War Veterans Meet in Louisville Kentucky
Mexican War veterans plan their annual gathering in Louisville on September 1 and 22 with welcomes from Governor Bradley and Mayor Weaver. A banquet and public reception follow the events. Republican committee fixes dates for nominations and other party activities. Electric light bicycle races are noted at Garfield with nearby events listed for early September.
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Louisville
National Association of the
Bradley
Weaver
Kentucky
Topeka society notes and neighborhood items
North Topeka column lists visitors from Omaha and Colorado, local births, travels to Cincinnati and Kansas City events, and assignments at Western Union. Families including Stoker, Taggart, Brainard, Ketewender, and Ward are mentioned with addresses and travel details influencing hometown life. Garfield Park electric light show advertised for tomorrow evening.
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Gem Bakery
Birdie Stoker
Omaha
W. H. Harliss
Ron
Sidney
Mises Muggle
Jessie Myers
George Stoker
Quincy Street
Cincinnati
F. A. Association
Barrett Block
Jones
W. Ansie
Kansas City
Tom Brainard
Rufus Ketewender
HJ. Spaulding
Elmer ‘Miller
Park Street
Kansak City
L. C. Deppe
Kansas Avenue
Jackson Street
Norris and
Laurent
W. B. Kistler
Monta
Edwin
Oklahoma City
Kistler
Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church
Riordan
Jane Butler
Pussy Butler
Colorado
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Kansas Mutual Life
Manila
Orrow
Earls McClintock
Okie
Supt Wetmore
State Insane Asylum
Asphalt Company
City Park
Society News
Ki. T. Herrick
Vai Doyle
Hiafoe Air
Robert Pierce
Lake View
F. Sc. Vincent
Josephine Sheltnbarger Jett
New York City
Pred Wellhouse
Leavenworth
Edwin Lange
Denver
John R. Mulvane
S. D. Altend
Tonebrake
Palmer Lake
Colo
Goma Whitmer
Berthe
Arthur
Dick Hogers
Lawrence
Extella Martin
Valley Falls
Nelle Perkes
Springfel
Edward F. McDermott
Pastor Street
Charlotte Mann
Albany
B.A. Petts
Florence
Kesler
Stra
Mics
Cora Miller
Manitou
Colorado Byrnes
D. J. Greenwald
Agnes Lee
A. H Thompson
J. B. Hayden
Ned Henderson
Mary L. Chamberlain
Sproat
Star Grocery
It. R Whitaker
Durango
W. ©. Barnes
Sam Abrams
New Orleane
Bertha Reiser
Brookhaven
Mini
L. Diment
Fanny Diment
Kanaay City
Mini Ethel Ladd
J. B. Kirkpatrick
Alma
Kas
Mra
C. C. Benton
Ma- Tyf
Alon Fenton
Otis L. Beton
Oberlin
Kill
Abuon Benton
Gavitt
Ashell Debacker
St Mary
Minx
Helen Morse
Kanes Cir
Miss McNair
Man-hattan
Ing Scott's Colored Minstrels
al G. Fleld Colored Minstrels
Alsace-Lorraine
Petersburg
Novontt
Germany
Etace
Chickamauga
California
Stanley
Republican State Central
Nomines Streks
Howard
Nor Cereson
Garfield
Selicia
Hove
J. M. Knight
Kansas Ave
Kansas Avemna
North Topeka
Kimball Ptg. Co
Celock
Electric Light & Gard
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