Grant move ment circula r to defeat Sherman for Southern delegates
Washington reports a private circular circulated among Southern Republicans not in federal office urging state conventions to abstain from voting at the Chicago Convention. The aim is to deny Sherman Southern delegate votes by explanations tied to limited electoral influence. Judge Lochrane of Georgia authored the memo.
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Exodus Committee hears Hackney on Indiana negro emigration
The Exodus Committee heard Shelbyville prosecuting attorney G A Hackney testify about forty negroes arriving December and a council committee formed to aid the destitute. He described a visit by a mob at the depot, but no violence occurred, and noted strong opposition to continued emigration and political aims among some witnesses. The hearing adjourned to Monday.
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Will contest looms over Amey Sprague estate in Providence
Miss Amey Sprague’s Rhode Island will, valued at about 200000 dollars, faces a likely contest by near relatives. The list names dozens of legacies to individuals in multiple states, with Lieut. Gov. Albert C. Howard named executor alongside Nathaniel B. Lamb. A codicil adds further bequests to Louis Lamb and local poorhouses. The witch was executed in December 1879.
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Toledo Hearing on Connecticut Mutual Life Property Bid
The first hearing in disputed Connecticut Mutual Life cases addressed possession of property after a US decree sold it to the company. The defense argued banking by loaning on real estate violated Ohio law, but the justice ruled it proper to resolve title. Verdict for the plaintiff, with appeals planned as large insured loans draw attention.
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Remains of Dolly Hartman Cremated at Gallows Hill
The 11 o clock Pittsburg train brought Dolly Hartman to Washington Pa for burial. Accompanied by family and Rev Vet terburgs, the funeral procession moved to the crematory on Gallows hill. The casket in white with lilies of the valley, ashes sprinkled after a brief service, and the remains cremated under W Harding supervision.
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Bonds Delay Cincinnati Southern Rail Road Change
Cincinnati officials seek relief from the Legislature to allow trustees to receive the road after its completion. The law’s last bond issue clauses prevent delivery until finished, prompting a push for legislative relief.
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State Senate Finance Report Leads Lawmaking Push
Augusta dates show State Treasurer White presenting his annual report to the Senate finance panel as acts move to engrossment. In the House the judiciary committee probes executor testimony and fire insurance payout rules while a state valuation bill inspires debate over commission size and adjournment set for Monday.
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Convention Likely Set for Cincinnati for Democratic Nominees
A Daily News dispatch says it is almost certain the Democratic national convention will be held in Cincinnati. Thirteen National Executive Committee members favor the Queen City. John W. Thompson backs Cincinnati and works to secure the site. The national Democratic committee’s headquarters will be in New York.
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Tragic Londonderry Killing Shocks Community
In Londonderry New Hampshire Mrs Sarah Dillingham 33 is found fatally strangled with a rope and a bullet wound after her nephew Frank Dillingham 20 confesses to the shooting He claims an accidental revolver discharge but investigators note a rope and disordered garments Brenda authorities move to prevent lynching and expect a full hearing Tuesday with county officials en route from Portsmouth and Boston
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Portsmouth
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Bank Robbers Foiled In Illinois Bank Heist
Knoxville Ir Feb 8 Friday night three burglars entered a bank and seized the president E C Kunkle who slept in the building. After gagging beating and burning his feet to force the combination they fled with 3200 dollars not locked up a time lock on the safe prevented the release. No clue to the perpetrators and great local excitement followed.
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Fire on British ship Charles with 5000 bales cotton
A New Orleans despatch reports the British ship Charles carrying 5000 bales of cotton was found afire again after breaking out near the forward hatch. Fire followed by gunpowder discovery prompts an investigation. The Jennie Anstroy fire is deemed incendiary and the mate is arrested. The Charles sails from New Orleans to Liverpool. Charles built at Tusket Nova Scotia.
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Absconding Syracuse Insurance Agents Yorkey and Waterbury
Yorkey and Waterbury, insurance agents of Syracuse, are said to have absconded leaving irregular papers possibly forged and debts totaling about 10,000 dollars. They are described as young married men with good connections whose fast living and lack of business qualifications are blamed. They represented Merchants' Fire of New York Firemen's Fund of California Newark City Fire Knickerbocker Casualty Commercial Farragut and Guardian of New York and Hamburg and Magdeburg of Germany.
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Man Described as John G F Brown Found Dead Near Belt Railroad
A despatch from Indianapolis reports John G F Brown left home near Cincinnati with a horse and buggy and $40 to $50. His buggy was found bloodstained and his body with a pistol shot was later found near Belt Railroad crossing. He had returned from a year in the penitentiary for larceny on January 1. His wife and a man living with her during the absence have been arrested.
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Reading Railroad to Continue Coal Mine Work This Month
President Gowen announced that colliery operations will persist through February due to furnace coal shortages. The decision follows a drive to maintain supply amid dwindling stock levels and ongoing production demands.
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Afghan affairs blue book reports Russian interference claims
London reports cite Gen Roberts detailing a October 1879 conversation with Yakoob Khan. Stolietoff allegedly advised against admitting the English and warned of a Persia–Russia influence that could trigger a major war if British action continued.
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Ellen Lewis arraigned as 18 year old thief with strange defense
Ellen Lewis aged 18 was arraigned on a $77 theft charge and pleaded guilty. She narrated an extraordinary tale of being raised as an adopted daughter and assaulted by a family member, then returning to work for James Large. She is committed for trial and the district attorney will review the case. The report also notes the Nichols versus Cooper dispute ending in Nichols’s reinstatement. A possible Powhatan voyage for Gen Grant is mentioned along with a $25,000 suit by Capt Brackett against National Steamship and a $77,000 county claim against ex-Treasurer McRoberts. Edward Donnelly dies from a shooting by Martin Smith. Stock Exchange rulings on ex-dividend and bankruptcy assets are reported, with detectives revisiting Charley Ross leads.
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Stearns K Abbott Preliminary Examinat ion in Town Hall
A larger crowd than Thursday gathered in Ayer to hear the preliminary examination of Stearns K Abbott. Witnesses detailed the murder of Mrs Crue as the trial moves toward possible jail time. Abbott's brother Alba J Abbott of Virginia arrived after learning of his brother via newspapers.
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Fires Hit Several U S Towns Including Brevoort House
Fire at the Brevoort House in New York caused slight damage after flames spread from jackets in the basement. Guests were awakened by smoke and police controlled any panic. The Brevoort House owner, the late Charles C. Waite, was buried yesterday. FIRYEURG Me Feb 8 M C Hill Co store Stow Corner burned last night with total loss. insured for 1300 Philadelphia Fire Association. BIDPFFORD Me Feb 7 house and barn of Paul Benson Kennebunkport destroyed. loss 1000 insured 850. Morganstown NJ Feb 7 rope walk and buildings of Morgan & Sons burned. loss 18000.
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Ice industry in Penobscot and Kennebec regions at Bangor
Bangor, February 6 report shows Penobscot and Kennebec ice firms listing in house and stack tons. Companies include Penobscot River Co and Sargent & Sons with thousands of tons. overall output plus other parties could exceed 15,000 tons. Four hundred+ workers and $2,500 weekly wages projected. ice quality viewed as better than expected after last year's anchor ice.
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