Washington News on renomination hopes and lobby gains
A long dispatch from Washington reports President Hinrreun faces renomination prospects as Porter's leaders urge delegations to line up for the coming convention. Glen Echo speculation spreads as white house influence boosts speculative investors. A Metropolitan Southern Railway right of way bill is discussed amid property deals fueling local estate boosts. A Republican caucus, led by Spooner and others, drafts a substitute for Reed Lodge bill with uncertain fate in Senate amid Democratic opposition and campaign pressures.
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Washootox
Robert P Porter
New York
Ely Tits
Marshal Hamd
Ncl
Lorter Ani
Tisane
Eal
Harden
Glen Echo
Winte Hoe Investments
Prepann
Goa
Glen Echoantal
Gen Echo
White House
Westerday
Sonite
Southern Ralway Company
Metropolitan
Condint
Poturmxe
Vira Harmison
Harnsons
Dong
Republican Caucus Committee
al Ang
Senate
Spooner
Boar
Spooner Snau
Reg Ubhen
Haar Shermai Chandler
Ingalls
Certar
Fill Rosson
Alee
Senator Pugh
Alabama
House
Week in Congress Signals Tax and Budget Debates
The Congress week centers on the tariff full debate in the Senate with the Indian appropriation bill set for discussion and a general Tamil bill speech anticipated by Senator Voorhees at 2 PM. House actions will include criminal procedure and bankruptcy bills with votes on amendments, while the District of Columbia charter and contested elections loom as the week progresses.
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Senate
Voorhees
Snanee
Tive Bean
Speal
Wil
Columbia
A Wild Man At Large In North Carolina
A wild man sighting causes fear in Timon county as residents pursue him through the countryside. Reported sightings describe a pistol-toting stranger who avoids capture after multiple gunfire attempts, with the community forming posses to scour the area near Pleasant Grove. Farmers fear further encounters and consider staying indoors.
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Carolina
Timon County
Eneh Lund
Weinua
Barratry Charge Shocks West Virginia Court
In a historic move the first common law barratry warrant issued in the state targets M Liss Mende, queen of the Mende clique, accused of intimidating witnesses and pressing trumped up charges. Prosecution alleges years of running the city with high hand and terrorizing opponents, hoping the case will curb her influence. The trial attracts wide attention.
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Yaa Tenlay
McGumy Bey Qnean
Dens Mende
M Lisa
Chyperon Agiinst
Maths Guade
Stanly
Wound a bad one Wallace Donnell shoots self in fatal accident
July 20 report details Wallace Donnell’s attempt to disassemble a rusted pistol leading to a self inflicted wound. He died or faces likely fatal injuries as his family leave him. Also related murder case in Van Wert where engineer Vandevander was killed and suspect Roadhouse arrested amid conflicting statements from witnesses.
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Wallace
Downell
Aronbla Cmatriinoors
Donnell
Chiles
Greaer
Tisskava
Wic
Prersuness
van Wert
Vandevander
Cinemat
Jackson
Mackinny Rorroad
Greman Sam
Wotheymen
Miming Ts
Blur Mock
Vandervan
Kui
Os Vandevander
Two Men Escape After Wounding Deputy in Bibbe County
July 20 report says Deputy United States Marshal Charleston pursued moonshiners in Bibbe County. After ordering two men to halt, they fired, wounding Sam in the arm. he returned fire, but the pair escaped. Also noted an amicable settlement on the Big Four rail line and a sermon against secret societies in Armagh.
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United States
Charleston
W P Charleston
Bibbe County
Sam
Cmemnari
Lomsvile and
Nashville Road
Brakemsn
Ayathmel
Dunum
Armagh
Mac Weece
Tha Somoty
Mm Amer
The Shocking Crime at Maury Station Unfolds
A grim Colleton county murder case centers on Penny Grooved and Phebe, with Grant suspected of murdering Phebe by setting her alight after an explosive lamp injury. Penny fled, later killing himself with a rifle after requesting a final moment alone. authorities piece together a motive of jealousy and adultery.
Fasting Cures Corruption Tale and Political Split News
A 45 day fast by dentist Dr Charles K Barlow reduced his weight from 245 to 201 pounds and slimmed his body. He reports low appetite and minimal food intake, relying on milk and coffee. Other items include a clash of church and politics in Tenn and a Montgomery shooting tragedy with two men wounded. A Buenos Aires note discusses a rumored plot against the government.
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Charles K Barlow
Erlacher
Buenos Arens
Battle in Central America and Barri llos resign rumors
News from Mexico and San Salvador report a battle between Guatemalans and San Salvadorans with Guatemalans suffering heavy losses. General Barrundry reportedly plans to raise the revolt standard. Barrillos may resign as Guatemala’s president. The Postal Pronograph project receives a six month extension from the Mexican government. In Georgia, drought fears grow as crops falter after seven weeks without rain, though some farmers report good conditions in parts.
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Barrundi
Barnes
Mexico
Carr
Galveston
Universal
San Salvador
Naneundy
Genem
Oaxaga
Guatemala
Pnrate
Opelika Sees Rapid Growth With New Mills Enterprise
Opelika Alabama July 20 two large ventures arrive to boost industry The cotton compress a major facility will process about 85 060 bales this season while a Trimmel touring mill plans over 125 barrels of flour daily The joint stock venture of F A Trammell Son and Opelika citizens with 25000 capital will house roller system mills and major railroad access Opelika predicts a flour output of 195 barrels daily and heralds a broader upbuilding trend. Sheriff Connell returns from Texas amid public interest in the McCullough case with mixed health and finances but no malice toward informant Carson.
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Opelika
Orrnrca
Ala
Spemal-Opelika
Tre
Tatube
United States
Opalika
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Leknyetis Ala
Opelira
Bismarck says no desire to return to office
In HinTreatment of the Socialists, Duespen dated July 20 reports Bismarck told Nachnohten he does not want to resume state duties as he is too old. He denies hostility with the emperor and supports defying socialists as military threats. He plans to travel to England in September and expects a broader war if socialism persists. Osraq reports Ozmax pages at Omdirman with followers returning to Tous.
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England
Bismarck
Fanning
Sickneas
Osraq
Kt3s
Ozmax
Omdirman
Tous
Ozman Ay Baud
Bayo
Moon Beean Axeltnegs
Resolutions At Farwolthall On Sabbath Preservation
A large Farwolthall meeting passed unanimous resolutions opposing Sabbath desecration and urging strict observance of Sunday as a rest day. It calls for state and national action, cites Philadelphia 1776 and Paris 1889 examples, and seeks copies to the U S Senate, governor, president, and World Columbian Exposition officials. The gathering was linked to Young Men's Chautauqua and Chicago Evangelical circles.
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Farwolthall
United States of America
Philadelphia
Paris
Atata and
Pation
Thas Precasus Borg
Senate
House of Representatives
United States
Board of Directors
D W White Just
London
See at Cape Max The President and His Party Spend Time
A Cape May Point special describes the president rising early to stroll the boardwalk before breakfast. He and Mrs Mokes and others attend divine service at Beadle Memorial church, greet Postmaster Wanamaker and Mr Dolan at the door, and return to the cottage. A later walk is noted and Mr G W Boyd of the Pennsylvania railways calls with his wife. The president departs Tuesday at 9 o'clock. Russell Harnson leaves for New York later that afternoon.
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Cape May Point N J
Mokes
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Diamock
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Thomas Dolan
Dimmick
G W Boyd
Pennsylvania
Boyd
Harnson Famiy
Nhanapolis
Russell Harnson
New York
Death of Me Belknap former Georgia Central manager
Death notices from Louisville and Macon report the sudden deaths of former Georgia Central manager Me Belknap in Louisville on July 20 and Macon merchant Abe Rockman of Rockman and Barnett in Macon after a malarial fever turned typhoid. Belknap, son of J T Belknap of New Orleans, had headed the Louisville division and later left railroading for banking in Mexico City. Rockman, a member of the Knights of Pythias and a progressive young merchant, leaves a wife and several children. funeral arrangements are set for Walnut Street residence with interment in Wolff cemetery tomorrow.
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Belknap
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Abd
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Ice Shortage Strains Macon Citizens as Planters Factory Hurries Fix
In Macon Georgia on July 20 residents report ongoing ice famine despite efforts by the ice factory superintendent. A construction flaw halted production and left the city suffering until two experienced workers from St Louis arrived to repair machinery and restore supply within days.
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Macon
Telee
St Louis
Struck by an engine in Macon Central yards
An elderly Black railroad worker was struck by switch engine No 123 while crossing a track with a bundle on his head. He is over seventy and long employed by the company. He suffered head wounds but his condition was not believed to be fatal after treatment at his home.
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Canada
Railway scheme in Australia aims to build 1077 miles of lines
Metnovana July 20 The premier introduces a bill for a railway system to cost £12 560 000 with £2 000 000 treasury grant. It covers 1077 miles of country and 39 miles of suburban lines to match rapid population growth. bill well received. Baseball scores and local notices follow, including Augusta Georgia where lawyer Judson Lyons declines a congress bid.
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Ameriet
The Escape of Graves in Jackson Tennessee History
In a Jackson newspaper reminiscence, the 1850s Graves defalcation is recounted with arrest, guard, and a daring escape to Canada. The tale weaves the Dickson house hub, political figures, and Graves’s long exile, ending with later appeals to return and a note on old treasury notes and a dead letter box.
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