October MLSars Actions Reported in Local Brief
In October a series of actions were noted by authorities and organizations. The report highlights financial moves and scheduled activities affecting local groups.
12 Jul 1887
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1887
Page
1
In October a series of actions were noted by authorities and organizations. The report highlights financial moves and scheduled activities affecting local groups.
Fragment reads from a dated April ledger fragment mentioning names like Rick and Dex. Details are incomplete but suggest an archival record entry or notice about persons or events tied to a ledger listing. Further context unavailable.
A heavily garbled report portrays Queen Kapiolani visiting New York with blame directed at missionaries. The piece mentions a greeting by consular and colonial officials, a gun salute, revenue cutters, and varied commentary on Hawaiian affairs, though details are obscured by OCR errors.
A New York report details the Fuelt Mystery disaster off Bayonne Island. At least forty eight lives lost, likely twenty seven, with many from Brooklyn’s Crescent Yacht Club. Names and ages of missing guests are listed alongside survivors and rescuers as crews search for boats and the cause.
A chaotic account emerges of a swift steamer collision and catastrophic sinking described by several survivors. Passengers recall rapid shocks, chaos, and panic as the ship struck rocks, with women and children forced into lifeboats and many others lost or injured. Estimates place the total loss around 450000, with insurers around 100000.
Coroner Ashbesudge opened an inquest into the deaths of Louis Thebel and George Palmer children after eating buns allegedly colored with chromate of lead by baker Palmer. The special jury heard testimony on use of chromate in food, with verdict linking deaths to lead poisoning and urging severe censure of bakers using the substitute.
A Sacramento area mob seized an alleged Chinese killer involved in the murder of Mrs Dillon. Despite sheriff restraint, the crowd dragged the suspect from jail and hanged him from a bridge parapet after a chaotic day of fear and threats. The event followed a volatile day with warnings against bloodshed.
Engineers and firemen on the Brooklyn elevated railroad quit work at four pm causing total traffic suspension. A discharged engineer prompted the union to demand reinstatement while management refused. The Brotherhood telegraphed aid as the strike continued with heightened tensions and rumors of economy-driven dismissals.
Regional coke workers report continued resolve after 48 hours of walkouts. Knights of Labor district assembly denounces armed force, calls governor to remove Pinkerton guards, offers to aid local authorities to maintain order. Newark leather men halve operations after 13th deadline. Jersey manufacturers cite labor clashes with Knights of Labor. New York unions see mixed results as women workers strike at Knickerbocker, Consumers, and New York Tea, ending by noon after demands met. Brickmasons demand outpace supply as warmen flood back to work. Alabama Knights of Labor meet for general sessions with wide attendance and delegations expected.
Reports from July 11 detail dispute over Dr McGlynn case with Monsignor Preston refusing comment and followers wavering while excommunicated priests seek restoration. Nearby, a fatal assault and other local incidents are noted, including a tavern dispute and a prohibition-law case in Jackson Court.
A Special from LONDON July 11 notes British papers react to Mr Gladstone's speech to an American deputation as costly for Tory prestige. Coventry elects Gladstonian to replace a peerage enhanced Conservative losses. Reports claim home rule gains spread among the Danish populace and a Cabinet shakeup weakens ministers. Police corruption and pay issues are raised with Bloomsbury misconduct alleged. Blaine's British visit draws praise, while Boulangist demonstrations provoke German derision and press criticism.
In Parliament Sir James Ferguson outlined treaties with Turkey and cost for missions, while Mr Balfour defended the land bill as an amendatory step. He argued no fixed settlement, only corrections to 1841 1870 acts and proposed notices replacing writs. Markets flagged by foreign securities, especially Russian stocks, amid Berlin and Paris reports. Separate crime notes report Cass case inquiry with multiple inspectors testifying and a railroad robbery trial progressing in Guerrenville.
A heated cabinet debate features Prime Minister Reivier defending a republican majority line as General Bordanger faces removal amid party struggles. In Columbia County Georgia, Mormon baptisms draw concern over racial and religious lines while a conductor is stabbed on a transport excursion. A separate incident reports a white woman shot in Grovetown during a pistol clash.
The probate court records a detailed inventory of General John A Logan’s estate. It lists personal property including furniture at the state, a farm in Jackson county, and realty across Cook, Franklin and Jackson counties. Widow’s award fixed at 670 dollars. payments and royalties noted from publications.
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