Lawyer Punished for Libel in Corlett Case at Sheriff Trial
In Belmont NY an attorney A W White was fined 100 dollars and jailed one day per dollar for criminal libel of Judge Corlett and Sheriff Bradley after a sale dispute in Wellsville. The sentence prompted discussion of disbarment and potential libel actions, with officials noting the judiciary must be protected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.B. Bradley
Wellsville
Binghamton
Bradley
Supreme Court
Corlett
Broome County
Quinby
Titus
Erie County
A White
Nes
White
John J Bannister Begins Railway Mail Route Between Wellsville and Bradfford
John J Bannister of Wellsville started his regular rows on the BoE C railway mail service between Wellsville and Bradfford replacing Harry Gordon who held the post for two years. Bannister earned the commission days ago through active Republican service and is lauded as a worthy citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Bannister
Boe & C
Avellsville
Bradfford
Harry Gordon
Bannister
Wellsville
Jdispancie
Appointment churn and Lake Shore railroad earnings contrasted
The text notes that since March 4, seventy five percent of appointments to the mail system are reappointments of Republican clerks removed by the Cleveland administration. It also reports Lake Shore railroad earnings for 1888 at $15,629,827 versus $18,710,963 in 1887, with net earnings of $6,719,256 against $7,631,164 the prior year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Lake Shore Railroad
Avere
Third Terms in Allegany County Politics
The Belmont Dispatch and Cuba Patriot discuss potential third terms for county officers, noting it's early to campaign and no side has taken a stance. They describe examining candidates who have served two terms and those aiming to replace them, urging a calm, informed field study before campaign opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belmont Dispatch
Dispatcis
Allegany
Cuba
Dispatcit
Poker Fame Rumors Surround Rice and Russia Crown Jewels
Allen Thorndike Rice of the North American Review and minister-elect to Russia is described by the Bradford Star as a top poker player. The Warren Wirror notes he may return to the United States with crown jewels and a Siberian mortgage. The Wellsville Reporter questions who the top poker players are, while admitting unfamiliarity with the game and its hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen Thorndike Rice
North American Review
Russia
Bradford Star
Warren Wirror
Siberia
Wellsville
Cross made from Washington pew at St Pauls Church NY
Dr. Irvine presented a tiny two inch cross crafted from a pew once used by President Washington in St. Pauls Church New York It was plated with gold and bears an inscription. Two church members who knew Irvine’s boyhood visits had the memento made during a church restoration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Irvine
Washington
St. Paul's Church
New York
Dr Irvine
Angelica
Cotton mill boom spurs new Southern plants
The Manufacturers' Record notes about fifteen new cotton mill ventures forming in the South last week. Florence Alabama adds three mills costing 800000, two moved from Philadelphia for 600000. Dennison Texas to see a 5000 spindle mill. Fort Fine Mississippi to host a 250000 mill. Galveston planned 8500 000 mail and a 100000 twine factory. Spartanburg South Carolina a 500000 mill with 30000 Les, Texarkana Arkansas two 120000 null and Greenwood South Carolina a 8100 00 mill. Many more mill companies expected soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
Ala
Philadelphia
New England
Dennison
Texas
Fort Fine
Mla
Galveston
Spartanburg
S.C
Texarkana
Ark
Null and
Greenwood
8. C
Prohibition Question Divides Boston Liquor Interests
A claim states that a small group of Boston liquor men backed the prohibitory amendment in the recent election believing they could profit more with prohibition than under high license. The assertion highlights business motives behind the vote and regional sentiment on liquor control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Postmasters With Four Years Service Must Go Says Clarkson
General Clarkson first assistant Postmaster General declares that postmasters who have served four years are to depart. The statement outlines a turnover policy affecting senior staff and emphasizes administrative reform within the postal service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Clarkson
Belmont Plans a 15000 Hotel With Willets Support
Belmont businessmen form a Board of Trade committee to raise 15000 for a three story hotel on the old American site. Willets family pledges major shares with Elinore and Lana Willets holding 39,000 and 391,812,000? in subscription. The project aims for immediate construction and a strong streetfront with a bank and large store, signaling a boost to Belmont's commerce.
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Behndont
Board of ‘Trade
Engine House
Pres’t Whitney
Elinore Willets
Lana Willets
Leondra FF
Willets
Belmont
Willets House
C.S. Whitney
K. I. Chamberlain
W. J. Richardson
W. P. Clark
Crank Invades War Office Claims Civil War Era Role
A man entered the secretary of war's office and seated himself opposite acting secretary Gen Benet claiming to be secretary of war appointed by Mr Cleveland. Police later detained him. He was identified as Tinker who had earlier taken charge of police headquarters in a similar incident.
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Secretary of War
Gen. Benet
Cleveland
Tinker
L. H. Brown
The
Herald
Hammondsport
Democrat
Enos W. Barnes
Wellsville
Corning
Brown's Crossing
Magee
O. A. Fuller
Andover
M. Norton
Belfast
C. Rogers
Laidlaw
Angelica
Hamilton Ward
Belmont
George A. Stitt
GA. Scroggs
Buffalo
St. ‘Paul’ ‘S
Glennon
Cuba
Post Office
the Patriot
Obituary of Jon William W. Barnnin of Connecticut
Jon William W. Barnnin died last week at his Connecticut home after a long career as a carriage wheel manufacturer. Born in 1818, he was a state legislator elected in 1852 and served ten years in Congress starting in 1866 as a Democrat. He became a U.S. senator in 1876.
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Jon
Wiliam
Barnnin
Connecticut
Washington dispatches puzzle Star Wannamaker remark
Several days pass after the New York Star quoted Postmaster General Wannamaker urging action with a bold exclamation point. Washington reports do not confirm his departure creating uncertainty about President Harrison's reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Star
Wannamaker
Washington
Harrison
Star
Fast trotter aA Chicago dispatch horse dies at Washington Park
aA Chicago dispatch reports aA handsome day mare named gue died at Washington Park track Monday night from pneumonia. Owned by ALCL McDowell of Lexington Kentucky the eight year old mare had a trotting record of 2104 and was valued at 15000. She had shown speed since a yearling and was a top show ring horse at three. Secretary of State Cook caught cold in New York during the centennial day and is very ill with pneumonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Dispatch
Gue
Washington Ark
Alcl McDowell
Lexington
State
Cook
Lessons From Hard Work by Wanamaker and Edison
The piece urges perseverance for the poor and cites John Wanamaker and Thomas Edison as examples. Wanamaker started by bricklaying and delivering goods before building a vast Philadelphia empire, while Edison sold papers and peanuts and learned from failure to fix a telegraph outage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John ‘Wanamaker
Merchant Prince
Philadelphia
Edison
State Legislature Hurries Toward Final Adjournment
The State legislature nears adjournment with business accelerating at the capitol. A London dispatch notes President Grant’s minister to Austria and family presented to the Queen. Mrs Harrison hosts a Brooklyn dinner. Gen Tracey and Commodore Ramsey attend. Canada allegedly fitted 150 vessels to seal-hunt Alaska, prompting timely presidential proclamation. Nickel Plate 1888 net earnings reach 722,978.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iit
London
D. Grant
U.S
Austria
Queen
Harrison
Brooklyn
J.J. van Nostrand
Gen. Tracey
Commodore Ramsey
Home chapel fund drive gains Senate support
Gen W Rogers urged Lieut Gov Jones to fund an organ chapel at the Home as annual contributions fell short. Jones launched a Senate subscription and each Senator gave generously with plans to canvass the Assembly. He hopes to raise the full amount and cover freight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath Plain Dealer
W. Rogers
Gov. Jones
Senate
Jones
Amey D. Prescho
Erwin Beebe
Hobby's Livery At Friendship Still Operating At West Water
Livery stable named Hobby's Livery at Friendship continues business at the West Water site. Offers best rigs and good horses with reasonable charges. Superior service and full patronage sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobby
Friendship
West Water
Cuba's Water Works Contract Era Pay Rates
A historical notice notes wage scales for Cuba water works contracts with daily rates of 1.25 and 1.50 dollars. The brief outlines pay terms for workers in the municipal utility project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Era
Navigation of the Welland canal. Sunday trains cut
Telegraphic notes report resumed navigation of the Welland canal with Sunday trains removed from the entire Dakota division of the Chicago and Northwestern railroad, totaling about 800 miles of trackage. Secretary Proctor and General Dram travel with Generals Schofield Crook and Williams to inspect western military posts. Eckstein White Lead Co denies joining the White Lead trust, saying it opposes the arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welland’ Canal
Dakota
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad
Proctor
Dram
Chicago
Schofield
Crook
Williams
Eckstein White Lead Company of
Cincinnati
White Lead Trust
Eckstein Company
Private Sale of Rich Stock and Farm Equipment in Belmont
A private sale offers two carriage horses, three yearling colts, several Jersey and Durham cows with calves, two two year old Durham heifers, a light top-buggy, a family carriage, and a large double sleigh. Stock may be viewed at the Belmont barn and unsold items will go to auction after May 15. payments are flexible for responsible buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leffer
Eli
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Whitney
Wideawake Board of Trade
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Sligtat
Tupols
J. W. Burgess
Dansville
Tusted
Kings Counties
Fred VanGorder
Fremont
James Gray
Beane
May
F.W. Cole
Fillmore
Wellville
Wellsville Excise ‘Board
Zimmerhackle
Zim
Susan B. Anthony
Telegraphic News
WILL
Graham & Robinson's
Friendship, N. Y
J. Parish
Wilkes Angel
Durham and
Jersey
Mrs. G. A. Palmer & Co
S. W. Crittenden
Belmont, N. Y
ChEssi
Mrs
Holmes
May Agnes Flemiing
Fuller
Starness Shop
N. B. Fuller
N. v
E. V. Sortore
Belmont, N.Y
Janos
Waverly
Waverly Tool
Rogers
Central Ve. Rochester
Noy
Clark
Bros
Belmont, Allegany County, N. Y
Dispatch
Sherifios Sale
Ezekel. Peterson
Ezekel Peterson
Wirt
County of Allegany
State of
County of
Holland Land
Companys Survey
WMI
Garwood
D. H. Norton
Allegany Stock Farm
Haoker
Wauston
St. Leon
Tomoka
Tes
Sweetness
Genesee
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