Death of Justice Stanley Matthews in Washington
Biographic sketch and report on Senatorial committees show how delays in public business follow the death of Hon. Stanley Matthews United States Supreme Court associate justice. The story covers his career from Cincinnati origins through law, politics, and service, and notes funeral plans and potential effects on the Senate special session. It discusses possible successors and cabinet reshuffling options.
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Reform measures urged after Senate investigation
The Cockrell committee report to the Senate criticizes red tape in executive departments and calls for reform. It notes pension and land bureaus delay claims for years and praises surgeon general Dr. Ainsworth’s card index which improved information retrieval to 72 percent. A commission is urged to implement changes across departments.
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Delayed minister nomination stirs Washington talk
March reports note delays in sending a minister to England as President Harrison weighs timing after Sir Julian Pauncefate's arrival. He aims to withhold the nomination until credentials are presented and pausing until the new British minister reaches Washington. Also report weather, mail load, and patent office appointment updates.
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Southern industrial boom reflected in quarterly progress report
The Manufactur ers' Record quarterly report shows a surge in new enterprises and expansions across southern states. Capital stock totals exceed prior periods, with Alabama and Georgia among leaders, while northern furnaces falter as southern mills and utilities grow. Cities attract investment, rapid transit expands, and states offer incentives to industry.
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Fourteen Years for Manslaughter Readied in Mostrean
Luther Thomas Grath, convict in the manslaughter of William Holden, has been sentenced to fourteen years in prison. The March 27 decision follows a court trial and final judgment by the judge.
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Record of agriculture statistics and gas well news
Washington reports 1.988 billion bushels of corn grown largest ever yet 60.4 percent consumed by March 1. Wheat on hand 26.9 percent of 1888 crop. Gas well near Lancaster Ohio yields over 19 million cubic feet, with potential if continued. Also major court verdict not guilty in Mud Run disaster.
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War of factions rages in Knox County with raids and arrests
Violent factional conflict across Kentucky and Tennessee regions spreads fear. Gen Sowder and Turner factions clash resulting in killings, arrests, and a march toward Stanfor d as militia calls rise. Barricades and forts appear near Salt Trace with over 1000 armed men on edge. Authorities in multiple counties spearhead campaigns as Governor Taylor considers militia deployment.
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Man Warned to Leave Stands Guard With Rifle in West Virginia
A week ago a hotel owner in Eva Grove West Virginia received a box shipped from a B&O rail area. Inside were human remains a warning to leave the town. The owner and family have faced threats, while neighbors report similar unsettling events. Evocative details ripple through the community amid ongoing distress.
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Indiana News A mix of crimes politics and disasters
A sprawling Indiana news brief notes arrests in Lafayette and Indianapolis, a forgery case in Evansville, a streetcar work dispute leading to arrests, a divorce suit in Indianapolis, a ran away wagon injury near Greenfield, and a fatal shooting in New Albany. It references national items on a bigamist freed in Crawrompsville and Connecticut tramp law arrest stories.
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Train schedules indicate daily runs except Sundays
Notice lists officials James McCrea E A Ford and TEI agent Pittsburg Pennsylvania with daily train service excluding Sundays. Gen l Pass and Gen' l Manager signatures appear in the header.
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