Ingersoll Praises Roscoe Conkling at Memorable Tribute
Col. Rabt G Ingersoll delivered a flowing eulogy in New York at the Academy of Music for Roscoe Conkling. He extols Conkling as a fearless, uncompromising American statesman and lawyer who stood for independence, integrity, and equal rights, bowing only to death. The crowd swelled outside as doors were barred to admit thousands.
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G. Ingersoll
Roscoe Conkling
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Republic
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Niel of Ware
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Jong
Vna Jawa Sud
Angelio
Senate Passes Railroad Land Forfeiture Bill In May Proceedings
The Senate resumes debate on the railroad land forfeiture measure with amendments by Mr. Hoar and Mr. George ensuring pre emption and homestead rights are preserved in certain lands. The bill declares all lands granted for railroads forfeited to the United States and part of the public domain. The House discussion centers on the Millis tariff bill and the Ohio Valley exposition appropriation. Appointments include Frank A. Branigan as disbursing clerk, and nominations of Rob B. Roosevelt to the Netherlands post and A. N. Moore to Lyons consul. The Appropriations Committee plans a 3.5 million dollar deficit remedy for army pensions. The Democratic Caucus, led by Randall in Carlisle absence, considers free list and tariff amendments on hemp, coal, sugar, and manufactured goods.
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Robi. B. Roosevelt
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Pangion
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Randall
Glass
Tennessee
Caruth
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McAdoo
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Holman
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Springer
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Cincinnati
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Washington Territory
Sherman
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Oregon Railway and Navigation Company
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Canadian Pacific Buys Controlling Sault Ste Marie Rail Line
A private dispatch from Minneapolis reports Governor Pillsbury stating that officials of the Canadian Pacific have purchased one thousand more than the controlling interest in the Sault Ste Marie railroad.
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Bound for Bismarck visit by Illinois Central officials
General Manager Jeffreys and President Fish head a Dakota tour this month with delegations from Aberdeen and Brookings visiting to press expansion. Bismarck is named as the objective point while heavy rains delay passenger service on the Cherokee and Dakota line until after June. The report also covers crop conditions, a Buffalo church explosion, baseball results, floods near Dubuque, a slavery-era inheritance ruling, a plucky woman repelling burglars, and Chester racing results.
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Railroad seeks Dayton tract amid Aberdeen sale claim
A twenty acre Dayton area parcel linked to a large car storage project moves through the US land office after a year long contest. The railroad expects the land may be sold to Aberdeen city, which could affect their interests. The tract totals 10 acres valued at 200000 dollars.
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Wisconsin Republicans Adopt Strong Platform At State Convention
The Wisconsin Republican state convention opened with Had Taylor presiding. Delegates were chosen for Chicago. Spooner Payne Fairchild and Adams named. Payne elected state chairman. The platform reiterates protection aims, favors tariff revision, and opposes Cleveland’s policy. Blaine and Gresham support noted. Beem will inquiry fuels mystery. Several brutal accidents and political notes follow, including Chicago news and Indiana Miller meeting.
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Lurge
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Payne
H. C. Fairchild
H.C. Adams
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Spooner
Blaine
Gresham
Washington Senate Debates Fisheries Treaty and Land Laws
Senate and House actions cover land forfeiture and pre emption protection measures, pensions, and a centennial exposition fund. Discussion of fisheries treaty ratification includes stenographic reporting, closed doors, and a committee report criticizing president for withholding negotiation details. Multiple confirmations announced and a governor candidacy declined.
Visit and rights questions in American fishing bays
A fragment from Yankton and Minnesota reports discusses British territorial bays, U S fishing rights, and the implications of a treaty. It notes American vessels may visit grey areas and warns of safeguards and penalties, with political notes from Dakota, Minnesota and nearby conventions amid a May 10 gathering of Democrats and Republicans.
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Joadhue
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Yankton, Dak
Yankton County
Tedlay
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Governor Church
Greshams Strength and Other May Reports
A compilation of short items: Congressman Adams comments on Gresham’s strength in the southwest. Boston signs pitcher Radbourne for 35000. A. J. Blethen sells Minneapolis Journal stake to Mr. Haskell. Firemen’s Tournament posters and prize totals exceed 8000. Commodore Kitson reported dead on an Omaha train. Red River Valley loan of 1500000 announced. Illinois supreme court upholds county hoodlers sentences. Walking race scores listed. Georgia and Illinois political notes and obituaries feature Billings dies after long illness.
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