Senate resumes New Hampshire senatorial case amid cross-party votes
The Senate debated the Bell seat dispute with both parties signaling possible crossovers. Local duties included confirmations for city boards and trustees, a $500 Lynn murder reward, and a Newport memorial for William Ellery Channing as centennial plans begin. International notes mention England labor unrest and Turkey rejecting Russian terms. The War Department seeks $50,000 for surveys west of the 100th meridian. The Gloucester benefit drew a record crowd. Vanderbilt paid Greeley heirs. Hayes nominator chatter and Garibaldi’s Rome return noted.
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Hayes and Grant factional moves stir early 1880 renomination talk
In Washington April reports hint at moves by Hayes supporters and Grant opponents. Charles Foster and Stanley Matthews shift influence in Ohio politics as Taft backs Grant, Foster backs Hayes for the gubernatorial bid. Reuters notes Springer's plan to split appropriation bills among committees sparks concern over rising costs and less centralized control.
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Charles Foster
Ohio
Stanley Matthews
Grant
Taft
Philadelphia
California
Army Bills, Elections Queries Mark Senate Session
The Army Appropriation bill was sent from the House to the Senate Appropriations Committee. Senators debated New Hampshire senatorial seating, resolutions on Davenport disbursements, and a select committee on the Freedman’s Savings and Trust Company. The session ended with an executive session and adjournment to tomorrow.
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Beiley
Rollins
Hil
Bruce
Freedman’s Savings and Trust Company
Vanderbilt Settles Greeley Claims in Cash at Coleman House
Cornelius Vanderbilt announced full settlement of his father's will and the Horace Greeley claims. He paid 61 000 to Greeley daughters at the Coleman House, with 10 000 paid earlier in 1878, totaling 71 000. Receipts were taken. Col. Nicholas Smith opposed the settlement as an outside party. A stay of proceedings was granted in a Brooklyn election case, and Mayor Cooper submitted charges against the Police Commissioners to the Governor for review. A church in Brooklyn reopened under Rev. Anna Oliver after sale to satisfy a mortgage. Other items include a Newark heir to 80 000, a Brooklyn suicide, and Field elected president of the Wabash Railway.
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Dover
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Daniel Sanders
Lawrence
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Lowell
Mass
Johnson
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Pier Disaster Injures Several and Destroys Property
A major incident injures several people and damages valuable pier property. Fire and emergency crews respond as investigators assess cause and scope of the blaze and structural damage. Local officials urge safety and remind the public to avoid the area while repairs proceed.
Wholesale strike in coal and iron workers cripples industry
London reports a broad labor action where Durham pitmen strike against wage cuts risking ninety pits and twenty five thousand jobs. Preston weavers end their stoppage while Blackburn power looms halt and five thousand weavers remain idle. Durhams Miners Association pledges support as funds wane amid widespread unemployment.
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Garibaldi Arrives in Rome in Mourning Scene
The Times correspondent reports Garibaldi’s arrival in Rome amid rumors of a political motive, now believed to be for seeking rest and possible death. He traveled in a litter, treated as a dying figure, with a mournful crowd escorting him to his son Menotti Garibaldi’s house. Doctors say he slept well and may leave bed soon.
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Negotiations on Roumelian Occupation Continue
London dispatch reports that Constantinople negotiators push for adherence to the Berlin Treaty terms. A council of ministers will discuss a mixed occupation plan with Russia and Turkey at odds over Bourgas Ichuman and Eastern Roumelia routes. The Porte demands Berlin stipulations while Russia considers troop movements and costs.
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Hanlan Training Woes Spell Trouble for May Race
John Davis reports Hanlan’s English trainers forced him to overwork risking his health. If stopped, Hanlan warned he would return home and jeopardize his chance to beat Hawdon in May. London dispatch notes Hanlan’s recent hardening of hands and improving pace improving spectator opinion.
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Reports on Zulu leader Oham and Cetywayo movements
Cape Town advices estimate Oham's followers surrender at about 600 with 2000 to 3000 more ready to follow if troops are sent. Cetywayo's movements are unclear with reports of planned attack on Ekowe or invasion on low river levels. No confirmation of Transvaal insurrection.
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Crisis Passes in Burma Rumors Quiet War Fears
A Calcutta despatch says warlike rumors about the King of Burmah persist yet the general view is that the crisis will pass without hostilities. Two hundred thirty more French Communists have been pardoned. Riga navigation reopens for steamers. In Paris supplementary elections moderates defeat radicals. The Silloth dock wall collapsed blocking docks for months. A Cardinal Vicar letter laments Protestant schools in Rome and notes a Vatican Vigilance Committee to bolster Catholic schooling with noble and clerical subscriptions.
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Funeral of Mme. Patterson Bonaparte Held Privately in Baltimore
The private funeral for Mme. Patterson Bonaparte was held in Baltimore. The service occurred at the boarding house of Miss Gwynn and moved to Jerome Bonaparte's residence before burial at Greenmount Cemetery. Notables present included Gov. John Lee Carroll and Judge George William Brown, with Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte and Charles Joseph Bonaparte as grandsons.
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Hugh S
Centennial plans for Channing birthday in Newport Unitarian church
In Newport Rhode Island on April 7 a commemorative meeting marks the ninety ninth birthday of William Ellery Channing. Led by Rev M K Scher merborn the event includes Hymns by Unitarian authors and readings from notable figures such as Emerson and Eliot. Gov Van Zandt presided with a crowded church and floral displays.
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Boston
Rev Duryea to Leave Brooklyn for Boston Call
The Brooklyn Presbytery formally dissolved relations with Rev Dr Duryea as he considers joining Central Church of Boston. Boston leaders praised his work and urged prompt acceptance, while Duryea noted strong pressure from New England ministers and his wish to obey God’s word.
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Gloucester Benefit Cantata Draws Largest City Hall Audience
The April 7 benefit for widows and fatherless fishermen drew a packed City Hall crowd in Gloucester. The program featured the cantata The flower festival on the banks of the Rhine directed by George H. Peabody with 250 Gloucester children, including six year old cornet soloist Bessie Gilbert. Mayor Williams praised the event as a complete success and related plans for repeats in Salem and Lynn.
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Tammany Society Adopts Committee Nomination Plan At Wigwam
About 500 Tammany Society members gathered at the Wigwam in New York with Schell presiding. A seven member committee was authorized to name candidates for Sachems at the next meeting. Opponents to John Kelly met at Teutonia Assembly rooms where Wheeler H. Peckham led a separate address urging democratic cooperation against secret and despotic rule and advocating public ticket nominations.
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William H. Wickham
George W. Morton
1916 Grand Prize and Mixed Rations Note
Fragmentary auction-like listing shows prizes and percentages with references to Hale Norcross Julia Consolidated Mexican Ophir and Northern Belle. The consolidated of 50 cents appears, but full context and items are unclear in the OCR snippet.
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Miners Return to Work After Regional Strikes
In Pittsburg on April 7 strikes among Monongahela river Pan Handle road and Southwestern Pennsylvania coke regions ended with most work resuming. Some local questions keep a few works idle. A new strike is expected along the Pennsylvania Railroad in Westmoreland County.
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Clergy Meet in Edgecomb and Local Elections Report
Rev George W Colby and Rev William J Gorman hold religious meetings at Edgecomb. Justice Chamberlain of Lisbon fines two youths for disturbing a religious meeting. Rev Henry Crocker resigns from Damariscotta Baptist Church, to wrap up next Sunday. Calais mayor William H Boardman re-elected by 150, Republicans win six Aldermen, Democrats one. City Marshal Smith discovers Livermore Falls girl missing a week after abortion attempt in Portland. Bristol fishermen report scarce lobsters and 1000 traps in Johns Bay. Auburn shoe industry review shows 1658 cases shipped, up from last year, leather receipts triple. Factories run full or extra time with strong demand.
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Local death reports include two Franklin and Felbyville men
Willie Welch of Franklin died after being kicked by a horse several evenings earlier. John L. Dumphrey, Felbyville Reading hotel keeper, rose to prepare for burial, then died the same day, after arranging his affairs and reading his Bible.
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Plymouth uses old gravestones for flagging and drains
Multiple items recount distressing incidents across Massachusetts. Plymouth crews repurpose gravestones from Burying Hill for flagging and drain work. a six year old girl died from burns after playing with matches in East Bridgewater. Franklin Dickinson of Belchertown faces forgery charges with $1000 bonds. emigration fever in Newburyport persists with daily departures.
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Charles S. Varnum
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Charles Walker
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Hartford Municipal Election Results Highlight GOP Win
In Hartford on April 7 Republicans win City Auditor and Marshal by about 300 votes on average. Democrats secure City Clerk and Treasurer by about 170 votes. Republicans retain City Council majority and, on a joint ballot, elect City Attorney Prosecuting Attorney and City Surveyor.
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