Rum and a Hot Temper Triggered Providence Shooting
In Providence R I on Feb 7 James Hekey a young mechanic was shot outside Jack Drury saloon on Valley Street by Harry Sweeney an old friend The altercation began with a quarrel inside the saloon and resumed on the sidewalk after Hekey left with his sisters A struggle followed and Sweeney fled to the police station escaping death or serious injury The incident drew a large crowd and witnesses describe rapid gunfire and a dangerous confrontation with potential murder charges likely.
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Providence
R. L
James Hekey
Jack Drury
Valley Stret
Harry Sweeney
Drury
Hickey
Sweeney
Appeas
Debved
Helen
Valley Street
4Th Precinct
Horton
Embiricos Sinkings Off Scilly Islands Tragedy
The Greek steamer Embiricos, en route from Cardiff to Malta, foundered after grounding on St Martin islet in the Scilly group during fog. Fifteen crew saved. ten, including the captain, mate, and engineers, are missing as the vessel sank. Scilly islands lie off Cornwall's southwest coast.
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Loxpon
Embiricos
Cardiff
Malta
Scilly Islands
St. Martin
Seilly
Cornwall
Land’s End
Request for Boston gambling resorts list and proprietors
The note asks to locate any gambling resorts in Boston and provide complete addresses with proprietors and managers if possible, to be sent to the POST immediately. It also advertises Salvation Oil liniment priced at 25 cents, noting the earth moves.
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Boston
Salvation Oil
Lot of ladies night gowns from Stearns firm
Fresh goods from a top manufacturer in a miscellaneous lot. Each gown is valued at least 1.25 dollars, with prices listed at 95 cents to 2 dollars and 50 cents. The collection includes nine night gowns and reflects strong retail value across the range.
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Ra.stearns
Hotel Royal Fire Kills and Sparks Surviving Escape
A devastating blaze at the Hotel Royal on Fortieth street and Sixth avenue in New York city early today left many dead injured and missing. About 120 guests and 55 employees were present with at least fifty five reported dead and hundreds endangered by smoke and flames. Fire spread rapidly through an elevator shaft and upper floors as guests leapt from windows seeking escape. Rescue crews and officers aided occupants including a guest saved by sergeant ward and patrolman phillips while others fled down ladders amid chaos and destruction.
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New York
Park Place
Hotel Royal
Fortieth Street
Sixth Avenue
Loo
James T. Powers
Straight Tip
Gedney House
Broadway
Powers
Ward
Phillips
Walter H. Phelps
Officer Phillips
Samuel Knopp
Chicago
Frederick Uhlmann
Simeon
Uhlmann
Lakewool
N. J
Keuper
Julia
Flemington
N.J
Mr. Meares
Sale event to be shown Monday with saleswomen in attendance
A lot will be shown Monday on a special counter and numerous saleswomen will be present to ensure attentive service and no delays for customers.
A Slick Scoundrel Durand Forgery Warrants Issued
Ezra D. Durand, president of the Durand Organ & Piano Company in PorrianoD Ore, is the subject of a warrant for forgery. He left town Friday. his whereabouts are unknown. The firm, started two years ago with 200000 capital, issued notes to obtain stock and raise funds for real estate speculation, later mortgaging assets and issuing forced notes. Attachments recently began against holders of the notes, risking heavy losses to stockholders.
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Porrianod
Ore
Ezra D. Durand
Durand Organ & Piano Company
Durand
da Nmsis
Theiis
Weather Indications Forecast for New England and East Coast
Washington reports for Monday expect cloudy weather and rain in New England with brisk south winds. Colder by Monday night, clearing Tuesday. Eastern New York also sees cold, clouded skies with rain or snow, clearing by Monday night and a cold wave in the north portion. Signals are displayed on the Atlantic coast from Hatteras to Eastport.
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Washington
New England
New York
Atlantic
Hatteras
Eastport
Steamers Arrived in Major Ports on Feb 6 7
A list of ships arriving in Baltimore Philadelphia New York Hull Glasgow Liverpool Boston and other ports on Feb 6 and 7 from Boston Liverpool and Matanzas. The note claims widespread use of Dr Buli’s Cough Syrup on nearly every sailing.
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Baltimore
Rialto
Boston
Philadelphia
Ohio
New York
Lake Nepigon
Liverpool
Hull
Eng
Francisco
Glasgow
Assyria
Etruria
Bostonian
Colorado
Hall
Caribbee
Matanzas
Bothal
United States
Dr. Buli
Yokohama Trading Company Stock Auction Plano
The entire stock of the Yokohama Trading Company at 131 Tremont Street will be sold at auction on Monday February 8 with sale starts at 10 40 a m and 2 30 p m The stock includes Japanese bric a brac vases porcelains screens ivory earrings and other items Goods must be sold and store vacated
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Yokohama Trading Company
Tremont Street
Cutting Samson's Hair and Insurance Worries Mentioned
Fragment discusses Samson's strength loss attributed to hair cutting and parver tilk weakness, then shifts to life insurance debates. Mentions RAT'S LIFE INS CQ, J. T. PHELPS, State Agt. with address 159 Dev., Boston, as a reference for insurance matters.
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Samson
J. T. Phelps
Dev
Boston
Hill alarms over anti midwinter convention revolt
New York reports David B. Hill traveled from Albany to New York City for a brief visit. He learned of growing anti midwinter convention sentiment and returned to Albany furious, cursing Democrats on the committee of twenty five and vowing political disgrace for them.
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New York
David B. Hill
Albany
Hill
Thayer Invites Boyd to Assume Lincoln Office Tomorrow
Governor Thayer writes to Governor Boyd asking him to come to Lincoln to take charge of the office at 2 o'clock tomorrow. The note sets expectations for a swift transition in state governance.
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Boyd
Omaha, Neb
Thayer
Lincoln
Wreck on Chicago & Alton near Centralia
A bad wreck on the Chicago & Alton line near Centralia delayed a Kansas City bound passenger train after it dashed through an open siding switch into a stock train. Two engines wedged together, mail and baggage cars derailed, two stock cars demolished and many cattle killed. Fatalities included Ollie Williston, Thomas Hindman, and John W Keller. Injuries listed: Charles A Delman and John O Day. No passengers hurt.
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Kansas City
Chicago & Alton Road
Chicago
Centralia
Larabee
Ollie Williston
Thomas Hindman
John W. Keller
Charles A. del
John O'Day
Fire Engulfed Hotel Royal Sparks Terrifying Flight From Windows
Frantic scenes as guests leaped to sidewalks while firemen fought a consuming blaze at the Hotel Royal. The middle city district glowed brilliantly as crowds watched Captain Reilly and Thirtieth Street Station reserves attempt to restrain panic. People in night attire cried for help from burning rooms.
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Hotel Royal
Captain Reilly
Thirtieth Street
A Mellin's Food Baby Grows Quietly A Balancing Tale
A reader quotes a witty line about a baby’s temperament and notes Mellin's Food as a calming example. The passage contrasts the easygoing infant with those that cry or fuss, hinting at parenting choices and product promises without specifics.
Blaine Declines Presidential Run in 1892 Letter
Washington February 7 1892 Premier Blaine announces he will not seek the presidency and his name will not be presented at the Republican convention He thanks supporters and says his decision is in season James G Blaine signs the missive and calls issues of industrial and financial policy decisive for the nation
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Wasuincton
J. S. Clarkson
Republican National Committee
Great Combine Thomson-Houston Edison Unite
Edison General Electric and Thomson-Houston plan a Boston controlled merger creating a vast electric trust. Consolidation plans outline a new 30 million share company with stock and cash exchanges, aiming to control US and Canada electric light and power sectors.
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Edison General Electric Company
New York
Thomson-Houston Electric Company
Boston
Edison General Company
Toronto
Can
Chicago
Lal
San Francisco
Denver
Portland
Ore
London
Eng
Mexico
Thomson- Houston Company
United States
Canada
Edison Company
Idison
Edison
Thomson-Houston
R Thomson-Houston
Plac
Thomsom
A Clear Track for Ben
Washington reports the secretary disclosed withdrawing from the field, signaling Harrison’s renomination. Elkins and others say Blaine’s exit leaves a clear field for Harrison, with supporters weighing whether Cullom will enter the race for Illinois’ delegation.
New York Herald and Tribune Debate Blaine Withdrawal
The New York Herald and Tribune discuss Blaine's statement that he will not seek the presidency. The Herald notes that regarding Republicans the declaration may be read in a certain way, reflecting the party's stance and potential implications for the race.
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The
New York Herald and Tribune
Blaine
New York
the Herald
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Mary A. Garrett
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Stearns Gull
Chicago & Alton
Premier Blaine
Clarkson
Republican Party
Jesse M. Gove
James G. Blaine
R. & J. Gilchrist
Thomson-Houston and Edison Unite
Ben
Senator Cullom
Foster
United Press
Harrison
Elkins
Tracy
Noble
Miller
Rusk
Cullom
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Illinois
Congress
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New York Plaza Glass
Kilby Street
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