Government Quietly Plans Invasion Fleet Bound for Cuba
Washington June 11 Officials confirm cautious plan to deploy about 25 000 troops under a strong naval convoy led by Indiana. Transports await convoy readiness before sailing to Cuba, with the aim of safe passage from Florida. Navy notes the Charleston voyage to Manila may have sought coal from Pacific islands, possibly Ladrones, under neutrality constraints.
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Washington
Cuba
Indiana
North Atlantic
Cnaval
Florida
War Department
Naval Review
Guanatanamo
Navy Department
Sampson
Marblehead
San Francisco
Charleston
Ladrone Islands
Monterey
Monadnock
Pacific
Mare Island
Manila
Hawaii
Philippines
Train Held Up By Bandits Near Coleman Junction
Four bandits raided a Santa Fe through mail and express train near Coleman Junction on the Lampasas division. Fireman shot and badly wounded. Gov. Culberson told state officials no rangers are available. local authorities must handle the case. Banked on a lonely stretch, bandits reportedly took some money. passengers unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avastin
Tex
Santa Fe
Coleman Junction
Lampasas
Culberson
The
Tracza
Diamond and Revolver Tied to Collins Murder Case
Detective Dell Harbaugh recovered at a pawn shop a diamond and revolver linked to the Collins murder case. The items were said to have been given by John Henry Collins to Harper to coax Jordan into murdering his father. The weapons are considered the missing articles from the residence on the murder day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Jume
Lawrence
Kas
Dell Harbaugh
Collins
Jordan
Harper
Topeka
John Henry Collins
Uprising in Ferghana Hits Russian Post at Andijan
Report confirms an attack by about 100 natives on a Russian infantry post at Andijan in Ferghana province. About 20 soldiers were killed and many wounded in a religiously inspired revolt linked to intrigues of the Muslim priesthood and conversations with figures in Constantinople.
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Sr. Petersburg
Andijan
Ferghana
Turkestan
Turkey
Greece
Central Asia
Constantinople
Diamond Imports Surge at New York Port in 1898
A report from the New York collector of customs shows diamond imports from January 1 to April 30, 1898 totaling 2,085,435 dollars, up from 241,175 dollars in the same period in 1897. The nearly 960 percent rise is attributed mainly to duty reductions that curb smuggling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
New York
Gen Augusti Left to His Own Discretion in Manila
In Manila on June 11 Senor Romeo Giron, minister for the colonies, said that Capt. Gen. Augusti had not received instructions in case of surrender. He stated the government had abandoned guidance on whether to treat with Admiral Dewey or Aguinaldo, the insurgent leader.
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Manip
Chamber of Deputies
Senor
Romeo Giron
Gen
Augusti
Dewey
Aguinaldo
Editorial Calls for Naval Leverage in Cuba Settlement
London readers in The St James Gazette argue against invasion and urge the United States to use a show of force along Cuban coasts to compel a settlement. They claim unfortified anchorages and a strong armament would deter Spanish resistance and push Europe to witness rather than oppose the move. They mock Europe as a feared abstraction and liken Britain to Russia for the moment.
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London
St. James Gazette
Spain
Europe
England
Russia
Fort Monroe alert as suspected Spanish warships seen near Cape Henry
A Fort Monroe dispatch reports intense nightlong activity after signals indicated Spanish warships near Cape Henry. Officers and troops prepared for action. searchlights swept the bay as Minneapolis Dixie and Buffalo stood offshore. Washington noted one vessel may be a German freighter, but vigilance remained high.
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Newport News
Fort Monroe
Cape Henry
Washington
Minneapolis
Dixie
Buffalo
Old Point
Maryland
Final Cotton Reports Show Area Decline Across States
The agricultural department reports 22,160,334 acres planted, down 1,631,060 acres from last year. State declines include Virginia 8 percent, North Carolina 7, South Carolina 8, Georgia 6, Florida 11, Alabama 4, Mississippi 4, Texas 8, Arkansas 7, Tennessee 10, Missouri 18, Oklahoma 2, Indian Territory 12, Louisiana 7. Overall condition on June 1 averaged 89, above last year and the ten year average, with Texas, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee well above the ten year norm. No state reports hail or poor stand, and overall condition is favorable.
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Washington
Agricultural Department
Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Texas
Arkansas
Tennessee
Missouri
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Louisiana
Coloma
Destiny Fellow Discusses Napoleon Spending Fear
A character asserts destiny in a Chicago or Indianapolis Journal excerpt, noting Napoleon allegedly spent over 34,000 on dwellings and expressing terror at such sums while a father scolds. The dialogue hints at a theme of fate and kinship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie
Destiny
Indianapolis Journal
The Chinese Flag and a Bitters Advertisement
The Chinese Flag described as a grotesque green dragon on yellow. A remedy claim promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters to regulate the liver prevent malaria remedy dyspepsia nervousness rheumatism and kidney complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Celestial Empire
Opinions Differ Alas Those Qualities Rate Us Inferior
Quote by Puck on how self perceived superiority becomes a measure of inferiority among acquaintances, highlighting irony in personal virtues and social perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puck
Allen's Foot-Ease ad promotes cooling powder
The notice urges trying Allen's Foot-Ease to ease swollen hot tired feet and painful footwear. It claims relief from smarting feet blisters callous spots and sweating and offers a trial package free and a 25 cent price from Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Teethera and Teething Remedies in Era Headlines
A jumble of vintage notices and ads praising Teething Powders and nerve restorers. Included are testimonials for Dr Moffett’s teething powder, Dr Kline’s nerve restorer, and a claim about curing fits with a free trial bottle offer. Random quips on age and time conclude the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kline
Kline
Arch St
Phila
Grain-O Health Drink Ad Promotes Nourishment
An old ad copy touts Grain-O as a nourishing coffee substitute. It claims Grain-O aids digestion and strengthens nerves, appealing to both children and adults. The market price noted is 15 and 25 cents, with claims of taste and health benefits to attract buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
America
The Latter-Day Mystery and the Cannonading Stirring Ports
The Boston Transcript notes a sea serpent early on but ranks it lower than the ongoing phenomenon described as the mysterious cannonading off various ports, reflecting a shift in maritime intrigue. The piece contrasts antiquated awe with contemporary seafaring disturbances across multiple coastal venues.
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Boston Transcript
Feathers and Fins booklet from Frisca Line promoted
Frisco Line publishes Feathers and Fins a free booklet touting its hunting and fishing grounds. Requests for copies go to B L Winchell, General Passenger Agent, St Louis. Also contains a string of adlike quotes and a testimonial about Piso's Cure from Ralph Erieg of Williamsport in 1893.
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B. L. Winchell
St. Louis
Piso
Ralph Erieg
Williamsport, Pa
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Key West
Guantanamo Bay
August
United States
Fort Monroe Quarters
Ned
Ted
Robt. Flourney
Atchison
L. A. W. Bulletin
Washington (Ia
Democrat
RTT
Nandys
Miss Mattinay
Mr. Sparkle
Sparkle
Atchison Globe
Hall
Price
Bears
Winchester
Winchester Ammunition
Winchester Repeating Arms CO
Winchester Ave
New Haven
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