Democrats Oppose Olmstead for District Commissionership
In Washington on December 21, Democrats in the Senate oppose Olmstead's confirmation to the district commissionership. The board has long included one Democrat, one Republican, and an engineers' officer, a balance senators say must be kept despite West being a Republican and suspected of corruption. Olmstead is linked to a notorious capital gang, strengthening the opposition.
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Ingersoll Opens Defense for Dorseys in Star Route Trial
Robert G. Ingersoll began his opening address for Stephen W. and John W. Dorsey in the star route trial. He praised Stephen W. Dorsey as intelligent, honest, and trusted, while arguing the case must be tried on facts not suspicions. The court cautioned about testimony, and the jurors remained attentive as the address continued before adjournment.
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Senators Vote Not to Take Holiday Recess and Work
Washington December 21 Senate members voted 25 to 0 against a holiday recess. Bayard announced plans to call up a tobacco tax rebate measure while Hale led a house recess resolution debate. Garland proposed adjournment January 2 if business permitted, but Senate kept working and moved on to the agricultural appropriation bill.
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Tariff Commission Supports Reductions Amid Industry Worries
At a meeting of iron manufacturers in the eastern states the group endorsed submitting a congress statement praising the tariff commission’s appointment. They cautioned against prolonged inaction and urged immediate duties reduction to restore business confidence and prosperity for leading industries, workers, and the nation.
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Jealous brother murders in Brooklyn family tragedy
In Brooklyn at 177 Buffalo Avenue Alexander Jefferson a jealous brother shot through a window killing Henry Hecks and Celestial Jefferson and fatally slashing Mrs Emma Jackson before wounding Annie Jackson. A manhunt is under way for Jefferson's arrest.
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Shareholders dispute at New York Pennsylvania and Ohio railway meeting
At the Cannon Street hotel 1260 seats filled for the NY P & O railway meeting. Voting trustees and Lord Bury face off over control and bond valuations while resolutions approve applying net earnings to coupon payments and deferment of warrants.
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Trustees Reform School Policy on Religious Instruction for Placed Children
The Westboro reform school trustees specify that when children are placed out at service a letter must be given to the guardians urging parental care and urging that Catholic and Protestant children above 14, and younger when possible, may attend religious services and instruction if feasible without grave inconvenience. No child of either faith should be compelled to attend the other’s services.
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Rioters Endangered Lincolnton As Troops Quell Violence
In Lincolnton a paymaster attack sparked days of unrest with about 100 rioters, 30 jailed by local militia. threats to burn the town led to patrols and guard duty. Governor receives word of renewed trouble as troops are dispatched to restore order.
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Ranger engine breakdown ends Pacific surveying season
The United States steamship Ranger, engaged in Pacific surveying, broke down off the Mexican coast and had to sail to San Francisco for repairs. The incident will halt work for the remainder of the season.
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Pacific National Bank shareholders seek legal remedy after comptroller's 100 percent assessment
At the Shoe and Leather Exchange in this city on Thursday a large meeting urged action against the comptroller of the currency for an assessment of 100 percent on stock and collateral. Directors' liability and collateral questions loom as the group forms an executive committee to pursue court action and possible prosecutions.
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Fire claim and state Grange meeting in Maine
A Mrs. Boler died after her clothing caught fire when a kerosene lamp burst in Oldtown on Tuesday. At Lewiston on Thursday the state Grange elected F B Hunter and Lyory Lord to the executive committee. The Mutual Aid society reported prosperity and two mutual fire insurance companies in good condition. Officers salaries were kept the same as last year. Prof C L Whitney spoke on Grange advancement and David Flint of California addressed the gathering. The meetings drew larger attendance than any previous day.
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Catholic Population and Local Bribery Allegations Stir Great Falls
The Catholic population of Great Falls totals 5809 with 3000 French Canadians. William H. Dodge of Dover, once disbarred a year ago, charges City Marshal Libbey with misconduct including letting many drunks go untried and misdirected fees owed to the city. The matter will be reviewed by the board of aldermen. In Rye Beach a burglars raid on the store and post office left the property intact. small items were stolen and Emery UC. Jenness’s store was briefly entered before alarms deterred intruders.
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Waterbury Residents Vote for Charter and Officials
Josiah Sturtevant was found in his woodshed near East Fairfield shot in the head and died. The village of Waterbury approved a charter of incorporation at a Wednesday meeting and elected C. F. Clough president George W. Randall Joseph Summerville John Seabury Wagene Moody as trustees and George Waslbain as clerk.
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Worcester Benefactor Plans Scholarship For Native Students
Worcester residents read of a proposed Aaron and Lucretia Handler Baverett scholarship by historian George Bancroft, funded from his gift for a perpetual college education fund for a needy local student. City council accepted the bequest with thanks.
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Suspicious trio seen at town banks before departure
Three men of suspicious appearance inspected banks in town yesterday. One entered on a frivolous errand while two waited outside. When attention grew, they headed for the depot and likely left town.
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Multiple Local Notices and Business Deals From 1882 Era
East Windsor resident Mrs A B Clark dies from exposure Sunday while Voluntown resident Pardon Saunders crushed by a falling tree. Meekertown mills Goshen sold to Mr Potter MA for 55000. Rev M Marshall of Grosvenrodale Catholic church dies after sleigh accident. Since Jan 1 1882 New Haven records 170 deaths aged 70 to 98, nine over 90. James Townsend plans brick block in New Haven. leaseholders refuse move before May unless paid. Troup libel suit against New Haven Register Publishing Co ends with verdict for defendant. Hartford Theological Institute library gains 8000 volumes from Stewart Sunderland sales in London.
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Public Hearing on Fulton Street Extension to North Market
The Streets Committee held a hearing at City Hall on Thursday afternoon on extending Fulton Street to North Market Street. Proponents argued the city demand and higher property values. opponents feared devaluing North Market Street and crowding, with some merchants moving away. Speakers favoring the project included C. Atherton Brown Arioch Wentworth Austin Bigelow John P. Merrow and William F. Brooks. opponents were P. B. Shelton Charles A. Rand W. M. Snow and J. M. Upham. The session adjourned to 10 o'clock this morning.
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Grand new skating rink opens with electric lights and grand design
The building features nearly state arms on display, nine electric lights from the American Electric and Illuminating company, six gas chandeliers, and Chinese lanterns. It hosts brief exercises led by Dr. Russ and Homer B Sprague, then cadet band performances and skater Winston's son act. The rink measures 180 by 70 feet, with a 225 by 100 foot building costing $30,000. A promenade, galleries, and multiple rooms support operations. 1200 pairs of Winslow’s Vineyard Roller skates are provided. The public opening occurs tonight attracting a large crowd.
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Institution in Which Every New Englander Should Be Interested
A concise notice highlights a New England institution appealing to residents and readers. It outlines the mission and benefits for the community, urging support and engagement from individuals connected to the region.
Financial embarrassment hits Greenfield tool company creditors
A list of creditors and debtors surrounds the Greenfield tool company turmoil. Local shops report $15,000 in finished goods and $20,000 in production awaiting action as insolvency looms. New York agents resist compromise while attachments mount locally, with claims totaling $58,700-plus from J W Wilson Kate H Parker Fitchburg railroad and others.
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Aldermen Recount Leaves Cald well and Leighton Seat Question Open
The board completed an initial vote tally and faced conflicting results from partially covering names. Corporation Counsel advised recounting as found, delaying a final determination of which candidate earns the seat. A second recount began after 4 PM Thursday and continued until 9:30 PM with 15 wards counted.
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New Light Weight Fire Ladder System For City Fire Dept Aim
Six Pompier ladders bought for the fire department. Trucks of hook and ladder companies 1 3 and Swill to carry two each. Ladders are light and aid access through windows using an iron hook and teeth to grip. Firemen to carry life-lines small axes and belts with a snap-hook for securing ascent.
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Springfield clerk charged with stealing letters in post office
Frederick H. Earle a clerk at the Springfield post office was arrested after about 30 mutilated letters were found on him. Investigations by postal officer Field followed complaints from Masonic and Odd Fellows relief societies about missing dues letters. Earle allegedly confessed to stealing letters for three months and is bound over in 32,000 for examination next Tuesday.
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Extra Session Delivers Key Aldermen Actions and Chapman Place Extension
An adjourned Aldermen meeting approved revised ordinances and long‑standing measures. The Columbus Avenue armory rent was reduced from 81,800 to 3,600 yearly. Grants included 20,000 to Patrick Holly for Kneeland street damages and 1,500 to keep harbors clear of ice. The Chapman Place extension to Montgomery Place was approved at about 40,500 after accounting for Richardson estate. Electric light costs for South Boston were reviewed with two proposals compared.
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