Horrific Greeley Expedition Cannibalism Rumor Stirs Officials
Washington and New Hampshire officials react to a New York Times report claiming survivors of the Greeley expedition fed on dead comrades. General Hazen disputes it. Chandler declines comment. The Times story spurs talk of possible congressional inquiry while nothing is confirmed. Major reunion of the Army of the Tennessee unfolds at Lake Minnetonka with Sherman and Grant absent due to health and finances.
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Tragedy in Platte County Ends in Double Murder Suicide
Early Aug 12 at Wrenrta Kansas a man J Daniels, living with his separated wife and daughters, shot his wife in bed then wounded his eldest daughter upstairs before killing himself. The act occurred as dawn broke in the family home, leaving two young girls as witnesses.
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Henry Shot for Stealing Food in Eskimo Party Case
Army officer Lt Greely testifies Henry was executed on June 6 to preserve discipline after repeated thefts of rations and a pair of sealskin boots. Cannibalism claims denied by Greely and Sgt Brainard. Jamestown lawmakers ordered a convention site and date set for Oct 15 1884.
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Greeleys Report On Expulsion Of Private Henry Portamouth
In a detailed official report from August the acting commander of the Lady Franklin Bay Expedition describes ordering the execution of Private Charles Hervy for repeated thefts and starvation conditions among the party. He cites prior thefts and suffering, and asks for a court inquiry. Bankers meeting in Saskatoon reports new officers and policy changes plus banking papers and bankruptcy notes. A Blaine libel suit advances in Indiana after a Sentinel editorial, with libel actions filed and witnesses summoned. A railroad wreck in Steele, South Dakota, injures no one.
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Union Pacific Shops Closed At Kansas City
Kansas City August 15. In accordance with orders from Omaha the Union Pacific shops were closed today. No explanation given. About 300 employees have wages due from a pay day.
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