National Callings Tariff Action In Senate Probed
In Washington the tariff bill opens in the Senate with multiple amendments from the Finance Committee as Voorhees leads a week of debate. Republicans Hale Lodge Callom Hoar Hawley Morrill and Mitchell prep hearings while Peffer may speak.
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Voorhees
Committee On Finance
Finance Committee
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Chamber
Hale
Lodge
Callom
Hoar
Hawley
Morrill
Mitchell
Oregon
Senator Peffer
Washington
Neill-Joy
O'Neill-Joy
Neill
Courts Need Money for U S Courts Costs in 1894
Acting Secretary Curtis sent to the house a communication from the attorney general urging immediate extra appropriations for fiscal year 1894 to cover fees for witnesses and jurors and support of prisoners. Marshals warn judges may adjourn without funds and jailers must advance food and guard costs, demanding prompt payment.
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Curtis
Treasury Department
House
Attorney General
United States
United States Marshals
March Treasury Receipts Show A Sharp Decline
The March monthly treasury report lists receipts totaling 24 million five hundred thousand dollars, including customs 11.36 million, internal revenue 12.81 million, and miscellaneous 0.68 million, with a deficit of 6.29 million for the month and 53.43 million for the nine months of the year. Compared with March last year, customs receipts fell by over 8.39 million. The president vetoed the Bland seigniorage bill, citing concerns about public welfare and prudent duty. Taubeneck argues the veto marks a shift by the money power, and comments on Populist rallying prospects.
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Congress
Congress in Gridlock Over Joy O’Neill Seat Contests
Washington reports show repeated House quorums failures amid Joy O’Neill election contest. Democrats struggled to form a quorum, adjourned without action, and faced ongoing parliamentary clashes between Reed and Speaker Crisp. Senate proceedings were routine as Voorhees argued tariff bill.
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Martin
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Voorhees
Patriot Kossuth Buried in Hungary Memory Parade
Huge crowds of Hungarians and visitors from Austria gathered at the national museum to bid farewell to Louis Kossuth. Maidens from Transylvania laid wreaths in white, 5000 mourners from Czegled walked to the city, and 20 funeral wagons carried nearly 3000 wreaths. The two hour cortege ended with a grave service and a quiet prayer as the coffin entered the vault.
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National Museum
Transylvania
Czegled
Foul murder shocks Pomerney county district
Elizabeth Slaughter, 70, divorced wife of Dr Richard Slaughter, was found with three bullet wounds on a neighbor’s porch in Pomerney Oapril 2. The front door was open the lamp burning and no other disturbance. Authorities report no clue to the murderer as Clayton Stahl and wife found the body. The case remains a mystery.
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Richard Slaughter
Clayton Stahl
Riots Rage in Pennsylvania Coke Region Strike
Asianyrows Pennsylvania April 3 The storm resumes 1891 style upheaval as a major coke strike expands to about fourteen thousand workers. Rioters drive workers from plants and raids occur, creating terror across the district. Strikers face destitution and vow to burn plants rather than permit operation.
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Asianyrows
Salem
Slaughtered His Family Shoemaker Kills Self
Fritz Kloetzer a shoemaker killed his wife and four children at his home last night then died by his own hand. He had been out of work long and despondency is blamed. For weeks he sold furniture to buy bread amid mounting hardship.
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Henry
Grant
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Howard Counties
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Terre Haute
Isaac Vreese
Shelby County
Terrible gas explosion wipes out Whiteside block in Alexandria
A Saturday night natural gas blast leveled the two story Whiteside block on Main street in Alexandria Indiana. The Whiteside clothing store and other offices were destroyed. Seven people were inside Pyle's barber shop. three were rescued badly burned, four died in the collapse and fire. The fire department fought flames for over an hour as families gathered in grief with bodies charred beyond recognition. Property loss about 30000 dollars. Nearby courts report Samuel Deeters convicted of murder in De Kalb and Steuben counties, sentenced to life, insanity defense.
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Alexandria
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Ancona
Samuel Deeters
Laura Lowe
Chot
William Yates
Mr. Bachtel
Dekalb County
Steuben County
Indiana
Peculiar fasting contest opens in Bourzoy with wagers
In Bourzoy Indiana on April 3 a 2000 dollar fasting contest begins between Ashley Fields of Chicago and local Joseph Kniseley. No sleep until a decision, guarded by backers, with three pints of water daily, cigars and tobacco. Henry Duffy backs Fields, local backer is Mr Snepp. Kniseley favored to win though both are confident. Winner receives 400 dollars, loser 100 dollars. Contenders expect to endure one week without tech.
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Ashley Fields
Chicago
Joseph Kniseley
Henry Duffy
Fields
Snepp
Kniseley
Covington Cronkhite case enters new phase in county
Cronkhite re election as Warren county treasurer lacking oath and bondsman swearing, he fled the county creating a loophole. Prosecutors fearconviction unlikely and county risk rises toward sixty five thousand dollars. Jack the Spitter sentenced in Indianapolis for spitting tobacco on a woman's dress.
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Warren County
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Indianapolis
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Jack the Spitter
Crisp Declines U.S. Senate Appointment
Washington March 31 Speaker Charles F Crisp notified Governor Northern by telegraph of his declination to accept the United States Senate seat for the unexpired term of Senator Alfred H Colquitt. The Democratic majority urged him to remain as speaker for the session, and, though grateful to the governor, he said duty requires him to decline.
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Alfred H. Colquitt
Washinton
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Northern
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Colquitt
Pollard Breckinridge Scandal Heads to Extended Testimony
Washington April 2 The Pollard Breckinridge case will extend another two weeks with Judge Bradley lengthening sessions. Breckinridge continues his testimony before cross examination by ex Judge Jere M Wilson. Pollard and her lawyers hold copious notes for cross questions while defense offers little testimony after Colonel's departure. Rankin Rosselle’s engagement to Pollard in 1884 is disputed as Dr Brown testifies that Rosselle visited rarely under school rules and Pollard only kissed him goodbye under teacher supervision.
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Chicago
MADE ONE CONCESSION. Chicago and Illinois Road Sticks to Ite Schedule
Chicago and Illinois Road remains firm on its wage schedule amid talks with railroad brotherhood leaders. Carpenter would tweak some rules especially overtime at month end. Union officials can only submit amended rules to members. Vote results from various departments will take several days.
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Railway Workers Refrain From Striking After Compromise
In Chi cago on March 31, transportation department employees of the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railway were forbidden to strike by their chiefs. A compromise agreement was presented in conference with a warning that rejection could bring worse consequences, stating they have done what they could and will not order a strike.
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Edwardo Gonzales
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Ohio City Races Show General Republican Gains
In yesterday's municipal elections five tickets fielded and 54 percent of 71,050 votes were cast. Rep John A Caldwell led the straight Republican ticket with a 6,752 plurality. Theodore Hertsman ran on the Citizens' ticket with broad Democratic backing, polling 19,012 to Isaac J Miller's 11,714 for the regular Democrat. Other cities similarly favored Republicans, Dayton excepted.
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Dayton
Many Global Happenings in One March Chronicle
March reports reveal a wide range of incidents across the United States and Europe. Notable items include deaths of prominent figures in arts and travel, industrial strikes in Minnesota and Pennsylvania, court actions and legal notices, political maneuvers in Missouri and Alabama, and ongoing crises from unions to hunger demonstrations.
Returns and elections sweep across states in early April
In multiple states on April 3 and surrounding days Republicans won majorities or swept cities. Des Moines Keokuk and Desport show Republican gains while Desoto and Derby see Democratic city tickets, with Stamford voting Republican and Bridgeport Democratic. A St Louis theater safe was robbed of 545 dollars and papers.
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Georgia's New Senator Appointment
AmTuanta April 3. Governor Northern has appointed Patrick Walsh editor of the Augusta Chronicle as senator to succeed Colquitt.
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Horrible Tragedy Near Hinton Slays Eight Children
A fire at John Witt's house near Hinton, West Virginia, yesterday morning killed eight of his children and the hired girl. Witt, a C and O railway watchman, found the house engulfed upon returning from work. his wife escaped but later went mad from the shock. The twins, six weeks old, perished with the others. Bodies were charred beyond recognition and will be buried together.
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C. and O. Railway
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Fatal clash at Darlington over dispensary law and spies
Reports from Darlington recount a violent clash between rival factions tied to the dispensary law. Two spies and two citizens were killed, four others wounded as authorities moved to deploy troops. By April 3, Darlington remained quiet, while Newberry Rifles resigned in protest and were discharged.
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Columbia
8. C
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Three Men Die in Monroe County Boiler Explosion
A boiler explosion near Tompkinsville Monroe county kills mill owner Alex Ritter and two Fowler brothers instantly. Several others are badly injured in the incident reported from Barbourville Kentucky on April 3.
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Fowler
Market quotations for grain and cattle on April 2 at VEE Indies
Prices show Grail and cattle quotes with no quota changes. Prime shipping steers at 395, good to choice shipping steers 3.45 to 3.80, hogs receipts 1,000 head with market active. lambs, sheep, and cows also itemized with ranges. Chicago grain futures list May to July moves for wheat corn oats pork and lard with closing cash markets noted.
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