Aliens' Land Ownership Sparks House Debate in 19th Century
The House judiciary committee reports against Mr. Oates's bill barring noncitizens from owning land in the United States. Minority voices warn of foreign landlords amassing millions of acres and urging tighter naturalization rules. The piece cites English and American examples and notes tenant farming and wage pressures among natives and foreigners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
POST
Washington
House Committee On the Judiciary
Mr. Oates
United States
United States of America
Atea
Hepburn
Europe
United
England
Ines
Congress
Scully
Illinois
Schenley Estate
Pittsburg
Alleghany
America
Investigation Draws Focus On Hazen and Whiting in Envelope Contracts
Washington April 27. Representative Stahlnecker calls for a probe into irregularities in government envelope contracts from 1875 to 1885. The fight centers on General Hazen and Congressman William Whiting of Massachusetts amid a history of contested contracts and political maneuvering involving Gresham and Hatton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Stahlnecker
Hazen
William Whiting
Massachusetts
Stabinecker
Congress
Whiting
Bay State
P. P
Kellogg & Co
Gresham
Pocey
Favorable Report on Pay for Past Services by Colonel Deahna
Washington April 27 The House committee on claims submitted a favorable report on paying Colonel Henry C Deahna 1000 for valuable information and important services rendered the government about Alaska. He was active in Alaska and sent a detailed report on territorial conditions to the treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House Committee On Claims
Henry C. Deahna
Alaska
Deahna
Hayes
Sherman
Cleveland
General Land Office
Sparks
Deahnn
District of
Congress
Senate
Treasury
Bill Reported to Protect Patented Designs
In Washington April 27 Representative Mitchell reported favorably from the patents committee a bill to bar others from applying or selling a patented design or colorable imitation during the patent term. Violations carry 250 dollars plus higher sums if profits exceed that amount, aiming to restore effective remedies after the Supreme Court interpretation reduced design patent recoveries and cut office receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasui Mnaton
Mitchell
Committee On Patents
Supreme Court
Patent Office
Breckenridge Bills Cuts Internal Revenue Officers
Kentucky congressman Breckenridge today filed a House Ways and Means report explaining a bill to reduce the number of internal revenue officers. The plan taxes small distilleries mashing five bushels and allows centralized regulation of those mashing twenty five bushels or less, lowering staff by 500 and saving about 300000 dollars annually in salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breckenridge
Washington
Kentucky
Ways and Means Committee
House
Internal Revenue Officers
Internal Revenue Laws
Internal Revenue Law
Secretary of the Treasury
Minority Report Objects to Educational Bill and Funding
Washington April 27 Representatives Buchanan Bound James and Haynes of the labor committee join in an adverse minority report on the educational bill. They argue funds for schools should come from a designated treasury source and warn the substitute delays proper restrictions on appropriation expenditure and accounting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor Committee
House
Washington
Buchanan
James
Haynes
National Treasury
Senate Appropriates 300000 to Extend Executive Mansion
In Washington the Senate passed a bill on motion of Mr. Morrill to extend the executive mansion. It appropriates 300000 for the work. A Dawes motion then passed to allot lands in severally to Round Valley Indians in California. The interstate commerce bill was debated with no action on Camden’s amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Washington
Morrill
Dawes
Round Valley
California
Camden
Washington notes on Hazen Rosecrans and Senate actions
Special to the Post from Washington reports General Hazen’s signal office inquiry may show spending without full lawful authority and possible extravagance. Rosecrans faces subornation of perjury charges delaying his Treasury register confirmation. Senate confirmed several nominees and rejected Dement for Utah surveyor general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hazen
Committee of the House
Rosecrans
General Rosecrans
Register of the Treasury
James W. Rand
Weymouth
Mass
Augustus F. Cummings
Dedham
J. C. Dearborn
Manchester
N. H
Sanford H. Potter
White River Junction
Renied
Dement
Senate Committee On Public Lands
Utah
Barnes Ad Promotes Baby Wagons and Ice Chests
Charles H. Barnes offers reliable goods and reasonable prices in a store advertisement. The notice highlights baby wagons and ice chests and invites readers who have dealt with him before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Barnes
Brilliant Inauguration of Thackeray Carnival in Boston
The Thackeray carnival at Mechanics' Building drew about 3000 spectators, featuring tableaux from Henry Esmond Vanity Fair The Virginians and more. Military displays by the Second Corps of Cadets and First Regiment units enhanced the event, which closed with a late night dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thackeray
Mechanics
Beneficent Society
Boston
Huntington Avenue
Becky Sharp
Reeves
Baldwin
First Cavalry
Henry H. Woun
First Regiment
Second Corps
Henry Esmond
The
Virginians
Vanity Fair
Newcombes
Pendennis
Lady Washington
General Washington
Muss Pinkerton
Historical Society celebrates third anniversary in Bancroft
The American Historical Society marked its third anniversary in Bancroft Washington with notable attendance. George Bancroft delivered a welcome speech praising the society's grand aim of advancing science. Evening papers included topics on early Virginia history Patrick Henry religious liberty New England aristocracy and Massachusetts municipal government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
American Historical Society
George Bancroft
America
Virginia
Alex, Brown
Nelson County
Patrick Henry
William Wirt Henry
Richmond
New England
Edward Channing
Harvard College
Massachusetts
T. Jefferson Coolidge, Jr
Harvard University
Plans for the Texas and Pacific Philadelphia Plan Revealed
The Texas and Pacific Railway reorganization committee chaired by General I J Wistar approved a plan to form a new corporation, buy the property under foreclosure, and fix stock and bond values. The plan preserves interests, imposes 115000 yearly interest, and provides 3 million dollars in cash for running expenses and alliances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Texas and Pacific Railway Company
I. J. Wistar
Expe
Testimony in Donohoe inquest details fatal alcohol influence
Gilman Clough described girls drinking whiskey as if water while city officials and the night watch chief testified. Doctors Hoyt and Sullivan concluded death resulted from alcoholism after examining the remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
N. H
Gilman Clough
Donohoe
Jenkins
Lafayette Tibvets
Night Watch
F. A. Hoyt
James Sullivan
CATCHING A SPIRIT EXPOSES MEDIUM IN Manchester
In Manchester New Hampshire Mrs Bessie Slouston of Boston a materializing medium is exposed at a seance held before prominent citizens She pretends to be a spirit form but the party seizes the figure and exposes the trick Lights are lit and the supposed spirit falls to the floor Houston appears in disguise as the spirit The audience prevents a counterattack and the billy is taken from him The couple depart on the midnight freight destination unknown
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
N. H
Bessie Slouston
Boston
Houston
Billy
Executors Seek Decree Against Reading Railroad in Vail Estate Case
Counsel for the Vail estate asked the chancery court to decree against Reading Railroad to compel receivers to account for funds from the Central road since its lease, alleging lack of warrant. Chancellor Runyon reserved decision after objections from Chancellor Williamson and George B. Keareéner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N.J
Vail
Reading Railroad Company
Central Road
Reading Road
W. B. Gower
Williamson
George B. Keareéner
Runyon
Sykes Sues Manchester over 3500 Injury Verdict
In Manchester today Eliza Sykes won a $3500 verdict against the city for personal injuries. Western Union Telegraph Company named as defendant since fallen company wires caused the accident. City to seek payment if verdict affirmed. company likely to move to set aside as excessive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
N. H
Supreme Court
Eliza Sykes
City of
Western Union Telegraph Company
Northwest harvest outlook boosts wheat and barley crops
A Portland dispatch reports favorable spring conditions across the northwest coast allowing seeding operations to finish. Expected yields indicate wheat will exceed last year by 50 000 tons and barley surplus by more than 200 000 tons, signaling a strong harvest season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Portland
Die
Northwest
Montreal Embezzlers Case Delayed For Possible Compromise
The case of D. R. Smart his wife and G. A. Smart was not brought before the court as lawyers spent most of the day negotiating a compromise. It is hoped Smart will surrender $35,000 in bonds and retain $5,000 in cash. The matter resumes tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
D. R. Smart
G. A. Smart
Itis
Smart
Tne
Assignment of C McCulloch Beecher & Co Set Aside
In May 1884 C McCulloch Beecher & Co., commission merchants, assigned to H P Bartlett with preference of 75 606 to Drexel Morgan & Co. Liabilities reached 275 000 with 40 000 assets. The assignment was set aside today as other creditors pursue further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Reading railroad securities sale denied postponement
In Trenton on April 27 the Reading railroad receivers sought a court order to delay the sale of $3,000,000 in securities pledged to support Central railroad debt. The chancellor denied the motion and approved the sale to proceed in New York the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
Reading Railroad
New York
Yankee Doodle H. F. Sawtelle Recovered From Illness
H F Sawtelle known as Yankee Doodle was taken to City Hospital with paralysis of the brain several days ago. He is much better and was taken to his home yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Sawtelle
Yankee Doodle
Trouble Ahead for Workers as May Day Strikes Loom
Indications point to a looming labor conflict on May 1 as piano and furniture manufacturers plan to strike for eight hours. The Piano Makers Union in New York City numbers about 2500 with most favoring action. Potential broader impact could affect Boston factories and 100000 workers if the strike spreads. Cigar, granite, and leather trades discuss price lists and wage actions, while Knights of Labor organizers in Reading move to form assemblies and expand membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Boston
Knights of Labor of Reading
James W. Richardson
Richardson
New York Chamber of Commerce Speaks on Labor Strikes
The New York Chamber of Commerce convened to address labor questions amid strikes. Resolutions favor arbitration for major issues affecting the public, condemn violence, uphold workers rights to organize, and denounce intimidation. Gustave Schwab urged citizens to back law and order. the board adopted the full list with enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chamber of Commerce
Gustave Schwab
America
Chaflin
Third Avenue Cars Begin Service Amid Strike Tensions
The Third Avenue surface cars started at 7 30 this morning with 58 cars from Sixty Fifth Street 10 from One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street and 6 on the cable road as rain dampened strikers. The company will not rehire strikers after a set date and will run night cars starting tomorrow. Police will keep peace at night and leaders may face warrants as the grand jury probes the strike and Empire Protective Association plot. A Boston bound driver lured by promised work sent a telegram to head off other recruits. Executive board members offered bonds for 100000 each with no warrants yet issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Avenue Company
New York
Third Avenue
Sixty-fifth
Tenty-fifth Street
Cable Road
Steers
Grand Jury
Empire Protective Association
Boston
Haverhill
Mass
Knights of Labor
Albany
N. Y
Wiliam A. Carsey
John W. Keogh
George Lennon
New York Anti- Monopoly League
Third Avenue Railroad Company
Messrs. Cavanagh
Sugar refiners Stil Maintain Their Struggle for Better Pay
New York April 27 The Brooklyn store housemen stake was thought adjusted as Bartlett & Co promised signers would bring J P Robinson aboard. Strikers secured Robinson's signature but Bartlett & Co refused to sign. William Simpson of Jersey City, a non union worker, was badly beaten by strikers. Situation at Williamsburg and Greenpoint remains unchanged and quiet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yorks
Brooklyn
Bartlett & Co
J. P. Robinson
Robinson
William Simpson
Jersey City
Williamsburg
Greenpoint
Wages for Ice Workers Discussed by Kennebec Commitee
A committee of ice company representatives and the Knights of Labor met in Gardiner to set wage rates for ice workers along the Kennebec river. The proposed schedule lists pay from 1.75 to 2 dollars for various roles, awaiting final agreement in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardiner
Kennebec River
D. C. Shepherd
Knickerbocker Ice Company
George N. Lawrence
Augusta
David Dennis
Knights of Labor
Johnson House
Bribery Conspiracy Alleged in New York Alderman Case
Reports describe a money fueled plot to thwart bribery convictions of indicted aldermen led by Jaehne. Politicians rail against justice with big funds and jury manipulation feared as the Jaehne trial nears mid next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tweed
Jaehne
Nicoll
Byrnes
Jacline
Jacob Sharp
Broadway Road
Cours
Crusade Against Justice
Mysterious Malady Strikes Ship Officers aboard Seryngia
The brig Seryngia from Brunswick to New York reports Captain James Wright and officers fell ill two months out. Tea aboard blamed for poisoning, with officers losing weight and sight. Dr. Edson found poor quality flour beef pork and tea mixed with unknown leaves. Captain Wright recovering in Maine. others slower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Seryngia
Brunswick
S. C
James Wright
Maine
Steward
Hamburg
National Storage Company
Wright
Cyrus Edson
Health Board
General Grant Birthday Observed by Grant Memorial Unit
In Washington General Grant’s sixty fourth birthday was marked by services at the Metropolitan Church under Grant Memorial University of Athens Tenn. Chief Justice Waite presided. Notable speakers included Senator Brown Georgia Senator Sherman Rep Long Massachusetts and Dr Spence university president. Letters from Generals Logan Burdette Negley and telegram from Colonel Fred Grant were read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
General Grant
Grant Memorial University of Athens
Tenn
Waite
Senator Brown
Georgia
Grant
Sherman
New South
Long
Massachusetts
Spence
Grant Memorial University
Senator Evarts
Newman
Logan
Burdette
Negley
Fred Grant
Revolutionary Relics Near Race Point Wreck Revealed
In Provincetown on April 27 a winter storm washed away a 50 foot high hill three miles east of Race Point uncovering an ancient wreck about 34 feet wide. The hull’s forward section shows sixty feet eroded while upper works are burned or removed. A 20 foot draught mark remains on the stern and bow planks are curved. Believed to be a Revolutionary War ship, carpentry indicates an age beyond local memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Provincetown
Cape Cod
Race Point
Greece faces crisis as powers press ultimatum
In Athens on April 27 foreign representatives led by Count de Morey met at the German legation with warship commanders to plan response if Greece ignores the powers grip. Greece prepares to answer the ultimatum as cabinet meetings continue and disarmament is denounced by war party. A cavalry force is ready and more foreign ships appear offshore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Count de Morey
Pirwus
Greece
War Party
Constitution Square
Clumsy Work in Hamilton County Vote Fraud Report
The Columbus report by Democratic Senate non partisans accuses Republican precincts of falsifying returns affecting 654 votes. It repudiates the fourth ward forgery and criticizes both parties methods. The study disqualifies certificates as prima facie evidence and suggests a larger Democratic majority than county estimates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
The
Times- Star
Columbus
Senate
Hamilton County
Election Board
Fourth Ward
Dan Dalton
The Quiver May Issue Preview With Serial Novels
The May Quiver opens with a ferry cry illustration and presents a serial on Three Famous Abbeys focusing on St Albans. It includes Salome's Prayer by E H Plumptre, progress in The Heir of Sanford Towers, and installments of Sly Poverty in Town Motherless Across the Ferry Oliver Langton's Ward Sylvia Moreton's Probation. The Resurrection Miracle by Horatius Bouar appears with Bible reading guidance. A T F Thisellon Dyer essay on Confucius closes the general literature section. Cassell & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferry
St. Albans
E. H. Plumptre
Sanford Towers
Oliver Langton
Sylvia Moreton
Horatius Bouar
T. F. Thisellon Dyer
Gladstone Responds to Montreal Home Rule Resolution
Mayor Beaugrand reports a reply from Mr Gladstone on the Montreal home rule resolutions. He thanks the mayor for the telegram and says he will read the important resolutions with interest. Signed Gladstone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Beaugrand
Gladstone
Dr Everett L Nelson Improves in Hospital After Indictment
Dr Everett L Nelson, indicted in the United States Circuit Court for complicity in the Lancaster bank swindle, has been gravely ill at Massachusetts General Hospital but is gradually improving and strong hopes are held for his recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett L. Nelson
United States Circuit Court
Lancaster Bank
Massachusetts General Hospital
Lavigue Wins $4218 Jury Award in Lewiston Mills Case
In Lewiston Maine on April 27 the jury found for Napoleon Lavigue against Lewiston Mills for 4218 dollars 18 cents after an elevator gear broke injuring his leg requiring amputation while employed at the mill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston, Me
Napoleon Lavigue
Lewiston Mills
Lavigue
S Mills
Police briefs on theft arrests and resignations
Louis Zerlamwey was arrested for stealing a $15 overcoat from Hymen Robinson at 34 Hanover Street. Joseph Amin entered at Clifton Street by a window and took clothing valued at $53. Patrolman McDonald retired with a pension. Patrolman Packard resigned from Division 15 yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Zerlamwey
Hymen Robinson
Hanover Street
Hickey
Charles T. McDonald
Joseph Amin
Clifton Street
Herman A. Packard
Division 15
Colonel Hall Denies Suspension Over Kent Appointment
Dover, April 27 Colonel Daniel Hall, ex naval officer at Boston, denies he was legally suspended by President Cleveland when Henry O Kent took office last January. He says he did not intend to draw salary from his vacated post from the time until the President re nominated Kent on the 15th inst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dover
N. H
Daniel Hall
Boston
Cleveland
Henry O. Kent
Hall
Kent
Military Court of
Fred F. Dougherty
Ninth Regiment
Dougherty
William B. Strachan
Bancroft
Merrill
Kemp
Eugene H. Moore
William M. Strachan
Lawrence J. Ford
Ottawa Vessel Seized For Infraction Released
Ottawa officials report the American vessel seized last week for a shelly regulations infraction was released since it was the first offence. Authorities warn that future cases will be strictly enforced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Ont
Rescue Brings Cargo From Canard Oregon Wreck
The Merritt coast wrecking steamer Rescue arrived with a full cargo from the Canard steamer Oregon wreck off Fire Island. If seas stay calm more of the Oregon’s cargo may be saved or recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stapleton
Merritt Coast
Oregon
Fire Island
Second barratry trial opens in Massachusetts court
The United States Circuit Court in Boston opened the second known barratry trial in Massachusetts before Judge Carpenter. The case concerns Captain Jeffrey Gerrier of the Gloucester schooner Racer, accused of sinking the vessel to steal cargo and gear, with death as the potential penalty for barratry and a two-to-ten year term for attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
United States
Carpenter
Racer
Gloucester
Jeffrey Gerrier
Cape Sable
Allan M. Fall
Cape Breton
Halifax
Arichat
Ida Williams
Petit Manan
Portland
Cape Elizabeth
Galloupe
Roper
Boston
Burdette
Watson A. Hayes
George Steele
Gloucester Mutual Fishing Insurance Company
Gerrier
Howard E. Gaffney
Armstrong Company Offers Cheap Luggage Transfer Service
The Armstrong company assumes responsibility for removing baggage from any part of a dwelling and delivering it to a railroad station or steamboat landing without injury. Prices are very low and available at its numerous offices. Those leaving the city for a season may be advantaged upon application and order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstrong Company
Financial schedules reveal broker and cigar maker liabilities
Schedules filed for T. L. Scovll and J. H. Briggs, surviving partners of G. S. Bennett & Co., list liabilities of 256 397 81 with assets 35 820 13. Joseph and Samuel Seldenberg, cigar manufacturers at 69 Cortland street, show liabilities 253 602 18 and assets 158 690 33.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
T. L. Scovll
J. H. Briggs
G. 5. Bennett & Co
Broan Street
Joseph and
Samuel Seldenberg
Cortland Street
Roxbury Home for Aged Women Officers Hold Annual Meeting
The Roxbury Home for Aged Women officers and board of managers met yesterday afternoon. The treasurer reported a cash balance of 280 dollars and assets valued at 47 339 44 as of March 31. Elections filled vacancies on the board with six new members joining. The session included reorganization of the new board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roxbury
Solomon Bond
S. J. Homer
George H. Wyman
A.M. Haines
R. B. Fairbairn
Mary B. Curtis
Board of Managers
W. A. Couthey
Edward Kilham
Marshall Livermore
Solomon Bolster
George W. Gregory
Danforth C. Hodges
Milford Adopts New Town Appropriations In April Meeting
In Milford Massachusetts on April 27 an adjourned town meeting rescinded March appropriations and set new allocations across highways 7000 town incidentals 5000 street lights 2800 library 300 schools 20000 poor department 9000 interest 5500 water for fires 3000 Decoration day 100 military aid 600 fire department 4000 sidewalks 300 town park 75 town debt 5010 special streets 2150 totaling 64825. H C Scott elected selectman to fill a vacancy. Auditing rejected and one steamer company disbanded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
Mass
H. C. Scott
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Aliens’ Rights
Hazen Avaina
Gretham
Stahlwecker
Mr. Whiting
Postoffice Department
Whiting Paper Company
Stahmecker
Morgan Envelope Company
Plimpton Manufacturing Company
Joseph C. Parsons
Mr. Gresham
Arthur
Ward
United States Judicial Bench
Hatton
Deahna’'S Breward
Uncle Sam
AID For Education
White House
Hazen Happy
Gems OF Beauty
Mechanics’ Hall
Hector
Andromache
Viscountess Castlewood
Madam Tusker
A. A. Andrews
C. H. Ferguson
Castlewood
Rachel Esmond
C. W. Albright
Lord Castlewood
McCartney
Lord Maboun
Westbury
Warrick
Holland
Esmond
Walcote
Beatrix
Edith Coburn
Harlech
Knights of the Sword
George Warrington
H.C. Sears
Forest Dells
Martha
George
Lady Castlewood
Castlewoods
Cern
Raleigh
Windsor Castle
George Sr
Miles
Miss Pinkerton
Eton
Cambridge
Oxford
Texas Pacific
Reading Securities
Orror, Lian
Sunview
Taylor
Chamber of Com
Merce
Wells Memorial Hal
Richard Sewell
Messrs
D. H. Biggs
David Taylor
Baltimore
John G. Coville
Peck Bros. & Co
New Haven
Conn
London
Lord Dufferin
India
Mandalay
Irrawaddy
Yenangyang
Suakim Safe
Germany
Spain
Caroline Islands
O'Donoghue
O’donoghue
Bocie H
Paris
M. Roche
Decazeuille
Chamber of Deputies
Eugene Louis Gabriel Isabey
B. A. Atkinson & CO
Nassau Hall
Washington Street
Langent
Cloget Reservoir
New Hub
Hub Junior
New Tarif
Old Colony
New Oakwood
Rockers
Nottingham
Turcoman
New England States
B.A. Atkinson & Co
Boston, Mass
Pearl and
Middle Streets
Portland, Me
DR. Nelson
Canada
Washday
Pyle
Jeffrey Gerber
Armstrong Transfer Company
Home For Aged Women
Boston Theatre
Eugene
Arthur Tompkins
Orlando Tompkins
Noble H. Hill
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