Navy orders three warships to Hayti to press for release
Navy department directs Commodore Goerardi in Brooklyn to prepare Richmond Galena and Yantic for immediate voyage to Hayti. Secretary Whitney confirms the step while noting Haytian seizure of the steamship Haytien Republic and plans to ensure its return to the United States.
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Wasuixoron City
Dee
Navy Department
Comodore Goerardi
Brooklyn
United Sates
Richmond
Galena
Yanticreaty
Department
Zere
Haytien Republic
Haytien
Whitney
New York
Hayti
Boston
Port-au-Prince
Northwestern states face large direct tax balance in Wisconsin
Washington reports proposed direct tax totals for Northwestern states with Illinois Iowa Minnesota Wisconsin and others. Adjustments from land and war claims plus commissions affect amounts due. Wisconsin faces a remaining balance of 510 988 whether the tax passes or not.
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Washinoton City
Northwestern States
Iowa
Minnesota
Dakota
Illinois
Commisson
Wisconsin
River and harbor bill cut by half plan discussed
The river and harbor committee met Thursday and proposed reducing the forthcoming river and harbor bill by about one half of the previous amount. If adopted, Illinois allocations would include Chicago harbor 100000, Waukegan harbor 5000, Wabash river Indiana and Illinois 82500, Calumet river Indiana and Illinois 25000, Illinois river 100000, Mississippi river between Minneapolis and Des Moines 0, between Des Moines and Illinois river mouth 100000, and between Illinois river mouth and Ohio river mouth 150000.
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Wasuweros Ciry
River and Harbor Committee
Cicago Harbor
Waukegan Harbor
Wabash River
Indiana
Ilinois
Calumet River
Linoi
Llinois River
Missaippi River
Miagespolis
de Moines
Dee Vines
Lilinois River
Onio River
South Carolina House Debates Pension Bill and Canal Company
The South Carolina House adjournment plans were set for Monday. The pension bill moved to committee of the whole. The contested election case Smallson Elliott versus Smalls sees a majority report in Elliott’s favor with a minority Smalls report also on the calendar. The body then moved to the private calendar and took up the Nicaragua Canal Company bill.
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Wasutreton City
Dec
House
South Carolina
Smallson Elliott
Caendar
Elliott
Smalls
Senate
Nicaragua Canal Company
Funeral for Gen Romeyn B Ayres at Trinity Church
Funeral services for Gen Romeyn B Ayres were held at Trinity P E Church with Rev Thomas G Addison officiating. A large crowd of soldiers and War Department officials attended before the remains were moved to Arlington Cemetery for interment with military honors.
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Wasutwotos City
Dec
Romeyn B. Ayres
Trinity P. E. Churen
Thomas G. Addison
War Department
Arlington Cemetery
Centennial of Georgetown College Celebrations Planned
Preparations for Georgetown College centennial are underway. Clergy from across America will attend and more than 50 Catholic prelates are expected. The event will run through February with participation by President Cleveland and Cardinal Gibbons.
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Georgetown College
Wasermsorow City
America
Ceveland
Cardinal Gibbons
Turbulent Days at the Treasury Department
Confused talk surrounds the Treasury as offices shift, pension plans under scrutiny, and unclear figures spark concern. Officials offer few answers as ministers weigh policy options amid mounting speculation.
Union Pacific Bill Moves Toward House Passage
In Washington on December day, leaders expect a favorable vote as the bill advances through the Union Pacific measure. Observers anticipate approval by a clear House majority, with final action set after Monday sessions.
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Union Pacific -Ettiement
Wasninorom Crry
Dec
Gatowsiie
Te Union Pactlc
Night of Terror in Bevier Swedes and Miners Clash
A Bevier Missouri battle between Chicago Swedes imported workers and striking miners lasted from Wednesday night to Thursday morning. About 2 000 shots fired. houses and depot area damaged. Charles Thomwid an imported Swede was killed. Several wounded, militia ordered to Bevier. local leaders condemn the violence.
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Mevier
St. Loum
Bev'er
Chicago
Hannibal & St. Joseph Pewenger
Ony
Charles Thomwid
Morehouse
Kings City
Adj
Jamison
Bevier
Crane
Prominent Tilinolsan Mayor Takes Own Life
Aurora Indiana reports the death by suicide of G. A. Pirangie a longtime city figure and former postmaster for twelve years predeceasing President Cleveland era. Letters to wife and children indicate premeditation. Pirangie served as treasurer of the Aurora Home Building and Loan and had recent insurance business ties.
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Aurora
Dee
G. A. Pirangie
Pirangie
Clevelant
Aurora Home Building and Loan Association
Rate War Hits Chicago In Twin City Lines
A fare dispute erupts as Chicago and St Paul routes post a $7 rate to Chicago. Wisconsin Central and Kansas City roads previously offered limited tickets at a different price, prompting a price match among competing lines. Rumors say further cuts may follow, with a cut limited to one way on two class tickets for now.
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St. Paul
Minow
Dec
Chicago
Milwaukee & St Paul
Northern
8 Paul
Minneapolis
Omaha
Wisconsin Central
Kansas City
Tax Dodgers Targeted in McLean County Tax Plan
McLean county supervisors adopted a resolution to prepare a schedule of all mortgages on record held by non resident lenders. The plan directs that these mortgages be entered on annexers books for taxation, potentially adding hundreds of thousands to taxable property in the county.
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Ricomineros
McLean County
Fidelity Hopkins Dying Man Seeks Visit by Officials
United States District Attorney Burnet and assistant Harlan Cleveland visit Ben Hopkins at the penitentiary Tiurnsey in Cincinnati. They verify Hopkins’s critical health and note he has only a few months to live due to liver disease.
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Fidelity
Hopkins
Coromets
D. den
United States
Burnet
Harlan Cleveland
Cincinnati
Ben Hopkins
Fidelity Bank
Ti Urnsey
Hopkin
Defaulter Lucas Lies Hid in Canada Dying of Consumption
Ex-treasurer of Auglaize County Lucas fled to Canada two years ago with 3000 of the county funds and is now dying from consumption in Toronto. George Orr met him there and reports a long conversation in which Lucas hinted at a full history of the defalcation but suggested not all had been told.
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Canada
Waratorera
Ono
I Terae Lucas
Auglaize County
George Orr
Toronto
Lucas
Ohio
Greenville
Darke County
Bimon
Union Pacific October earnings rise amid higher costs
Boston and Washington report Union Pacific Railroad earnings for October at 2 951.2, up 1 678 from last year while expenses reach 664 444. Surplus stands at 1 206.51 with a decrease of 254.29. Ten months ending October show earnings up 2 85, expenses up 1 114 315 and a surplus of 9 414 804, down 550 407 from the prior period.
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Boston
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Wrestling Match on Horseback At Warne Academy
A Thursday night exhibition at the Academy of Music featured Greek George versus D Thurston of Cincinnati in a wrestling match on horseback. Greek George dominated the bout winning three falls to one and received a portion of the gate receipts as prize money.
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Four Warne
Ind
Academy of Music
Greek George
D. Thurston
Cincinnati
Drgenhart
Ridge Si
The Racker Blackborn Controversey Ends
Judge Racker declares the dispute with Blackbern at an end after receiving letters nationwide and deeming Blackburns last jester an apology, closing the affair.
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Racker-Blackborn
Lewver
Colo
Racker
Blackbern
Blackburn
Obituary notes Rev. W. L. Parker presumed drowned
Oswree New York December 8 a local newspaper reports the Rev W L Parker is believed to have drowned by his own action after his clothing was found in the river several days earlier authorities say he jumped into the river and disappeared indicating a possible suicide
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Oswree
N. Y
W. L. Parker
Earthquake Shakes Canada But Details Remain Vague
A small earthquake rattled Canada causing brief alarms in several towns. Reports describe tremors near Quesre and nearby farms with unclear impacts. Officials warn residents to stay alert as assessments continue for damage and aftershocks.
Westbound Freight Rates to Be Restored
New York December 4 Mr Depew said freight rates moving west would soon be restored and a weekly notice of the change would be issued. The report notes possible price adjustments and ties to existing precedents, with broad industry impact anticipated.
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New York
Depew
Wight
Death of a Wei Keowe Jeralist in Avon Mass
An early 20th century notice reports the death of a local newspaper man, founder of a regional paper, described as active in journalism and local affairs in Avon and neighboring towns. The fragmentary wording notes a sudden death within his southern home and references his role in the community press.
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Avon
Maw
Dee
Juan Prescot
Pia
Howe
Toe Forde Tine- Unies
Richardson Inaugural Speaks On South Carolina Relations
South Carolina Governor John Peter Richardson begins his second term with an inaugural address focused on the state's relation to the incoming federal administration. He pledges vigilance to defend state rights within the constitutional framework and opposes coercive federal action while affirming loyalty to the Union and the democratic government led by the Anglo-Saxon race.
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South Carolina
Boetelie
Adan B. Hing
Comomera
John Peter Richardson
Oor
Carolina
Beoutelie Suggests Point for the Future Historian
The Republican friends of Gen. Adam KE King hosted a Thursday evening banquet for about 500 guests. Notables included Congressman Boutelle of Maine, Charles Emory Smith of Philadelphia, and Hon. L Snowden of Philadelphia. Gen. Felix Agnus presided and King spoke praising the Republican party and Gen. Harrison. Letters of regret came from Blaine Morton Phelps Pratt Harrison Reed and Allison.
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Batrmans
Adam KE
King
Congressman Boutelle
Maine
Charles Emory Smith
Philadelphia
L. Snowden
Felix Agnus
Gen. Harrison
Charles A. Boutelle
James G. Blaine
Levi FP. Morton
Wm Walter Phelps
TC. Pratt
New York
Frank Hiscock
Warner Miller
John Sherman
RK. B. Harrison
Preedest Harrison
Whitelaw Ried
KR. Allison
Rumors on Blaine’s Ambitions and Speakership Race
A Boston dispatch notes Maine Republicans fear Blaine may be appointed to the state department but no formal word from Gen Harrison. Blaine faces pressure from supporters while others push for him to decline. Meanwhile Michigan’s Stockbridge announced Burrows as a formal candidate for House Speakership, forming a four-way field.
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Boston
Augusta
Herald
Blaine
Maine
State Department
Harrison
Gen
McKinley
Reel
Cannes
Stocbridge
Michigan
Meemierso
Burrows
Stockbridge
Barrows
Welsh Choir to Perform at Inauguration in Washington
The Welsh choral society from the anthracite coal regions has decided to form a single choir of 500 voices and will travel to Washington to sing at the inauguration of President Harrison.
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Witnesaane
Anc
Washington
Harreeu
Morton to Visit Harrison in New York for Talks
Morton plans to visit President elect Harrison in New York on December 4 to present Mr. Platt's claims for a cabinet position, as reported by The Times. The visit signals potential discussions on a White House appointment.
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New York
Levi
Morton
Adiamapolis
Harrison
The
Times
Platt
Reward Offered for Incendiary in Calumet Shaft Fire
A $10,000 reward has been offered for the apprehension of the incendiary blamed for a large shaft fire at Calumet last Friday. Smoke and flames poured from the shaft as efforts to extinguish the blaze continued. The incident involved several individuals referenced as Rep Jacker Mick Der Toe Gre in a menaced area.
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Jacker
Mick
Trial of John Bauereisen in Geneva Dynamite Conspiracy
In Geneva Illinois the trial of Jo H Bevereisen, chief of alleged Burlington dynamite conspirators, began with twelve jurors seated. Attorney FP Thatcher of Aurora opened for the state detailing the Burlington strike, related explosions, and Bauereisen's alleged guilt by his letters and witnesses. Bowles testified as a key conspirator, recounting connections to the Brotherhood and plans to place dangerous substances in water tanks and on tracks.
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John Bauereiseen
Geneva
Ill
Jewles
Lille
Jo H. Bevereisen
Burlington
FP. H. Thatcher
Aurora
Thatcher
Bauereisen
John Alexander Bowles
Bowles
Buriington
Molloy Refuses to Testify Before Parnell Commission
The Parnell commission hears Phillip Molloy in Dublin refusing to answer questions. Attorney General Webster leads the lengthy examination with blank denials. Molloy admits a solicitor’s clerk offered money to testify and frame Michael Davitt. In Ohio, Greenville fraud case reveals ex Treasurer Bimon involved in a vault robbery and escape further details.
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Mr. Davitt
Molloy
Dublin
Michael Davitt
Four Prisoners Charged With Assault on Phil Daly Gambler
In New York as of December, four prisoners named Mrs Stanton Mr Hammond Edward Meredith and Henry Hammon faced arraignment in Jefferson Market police court on assault with intent to rob Phil Daly the gambler. The Hammond woman caused a disturbance and was remanded with the case in the hands of District Attorney Hartmann. The husband was held until Sunday and the others were bound over for the grand jury.
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New York
Mra Stanton
Mr. Hammond
Edward Meredith
Henry Hammon
Phil Daly
Jefferson Market
Hammond
Hartmann
Montana Union road strike ends as engineers return to work
The Helena dispute settled Thursday with Master Mechanic Ross discharged and engineers resuming duties. The Anaconda works manager ordered the great smelter and mines closed until next May, leaving about eighteen hundred workers unemployed as the Anaconda copper mine faces shutdown.
Railroad federation rumor in Pittsburg meeting denied
CleveLane Ohio December 4 A report circulating in Cleveland and other cities claimed a January meeting in Pittsburg to form a nationwide railroad unions federation. Chief Arthur unavailable Thursday, Secretary Everett said the report could be dismissed as untrue. He noted the Brotherhood of Engineers showed no interest in such a movement.
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CleveLane
Ohio
Pitsburg
Arthur
Everett
Beax
Brotherhood of Engineers
Doremus and Eider Death Sentences Upheld by Court
Taewrow New Jersey December court rejects pleas to commute sentences for John M Doremus senior to be hanged December 19 for the murder of his son and for Robert Eider of Atlantic county awaiting hanging January 1 for patricide after a full morning session.
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Taewrow
N. J
Court of Pardons
John M. Doremus
Hackensack
Robert Eider
Atlantic County
Doremus
Eider
Canada Liberals Press for Invitation to Washington Congress
Ottawa reports Liberal papers advocate Canada sending representatives to the Washington congress of American nations next year. Senator John Sherman writes that Canada should be invited only through Great Britain, reflecting lingering dependence on the mother country.
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Canada
Ottawa
Ont
Washington
John Sherman
Free Press
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