Explosion at Mouse Mills Kills Two, Injures Ten
In KoUntze Texas Carroll & Co tested a new train engine boiler at Mouse mills when it exploded. Henry Carroll a six year old child. Kirby a white laborer died. J Carroll Mr Crow Mr Gregory and 12 colored workers were injured. Four of the colored men likely to die. Mill wrecked. Cause unknown.
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Newfoundland negotiates with U S on fisheries treaty
A Halifax despatch reports the English government has given Newfoundland direct authority to negotiate with the United States for renewal of the fisheries clauses of the Washington treaty. Sir Ambrose Shea will travel to Washington as Newfoundland’s representative, arriving in Montreal by the next steamer.
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United States
Fraudulent Mortgages Spark County Inquiry In Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie New York February 25 six or seven forged mortgages uncovered in the county clerk by Wade Hughes a former city lawyer who obtained thirteen thousand six hundred dollars from parties in Sharon Connecticut claiming the notes were farm mortgages in Dutchess County all names forged and authorities expect more such cases while Hughes awaits arrest.
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Wade Hughes
Sharon
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Hughes
Tiey
Dutchess Courty
Trial verdict favors railroad in Seavey suit
Doven Feb 25 report says Samuel J Seavey of Farmington failed to win $1000 against Eastern Railroad for his daughter Emma J Foye’s death. The Hubbard versus Somersworth damages suit for injuries from a defective highway settled for $750.
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N. H
Samuel J. Seavey
Farmington
Eastern Railroad Company
Emma J. Foye
Elizabeth P. Hubbard
Somersworth
Pennsylvania Railroad January 1885 Earnings Decline
Philadelphia Feb 25 The monthly business statement for all lines east of Pittsburg and Erie shows a net earnings decrease of 175 562 for January 1885 versus January 1884. West of Pittsburg and Erie shows a deficiency in meeting all liabilities of 473 420, down 37 165 from January 1884.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Pittsburg
Erie
Woonsocket voters approve water works purchase plan
The taxpayers voted to buy the water works property for 200612 62 dollars and authorized 300000 dollars in bonds to cover payment. The meeting also authorized installing 12 electric street lights.
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Woonsocket
Water Works Corporation
Irish National League council urges immediate parliamentary fund action
At the New York municipal council meeting on February 25 a communication from Mr. Varnell urged immediate action to establish the parliamentary fund. A committee was appointed to take action regarding the fund.
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Irish National League
Varnell
Connecticut Central stockholders vote in foreclosure contest
Hartford Feb. 25 A number of town holders of large blocks of stock of the Connecticut Central railroad have voted their stock 20 Henry L. Goodwin of East Hartford who will contest the pending foreclosure suit brought by the New York and New England road.
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Wns
Connecticut Central Railroad
Henry L. Goodwin
East Hartford
New York and
New England Road
House Fights Over River and Harbor Bill Turmoil
Washington chaos as the House debates the river and harbor bill with a close 137 to 139 vote on a key committee amendment striking out Mississippi river improvements. Filibuster tactics, calls for adjournment, and floor insults mark hours of noisy proceedings amid calls for censure and political sniping.
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House
James B. Kads
Mississippi River Commission
Yeas
Hunt
Louisiana
Willis
White
Kentucky
Mr. Weaver
Nebraska
Mr. White
Brackenbury Reports Soudan Movement and Aftermath
Gen Brackenbury reports crossing to the Nile right bank toward Abu Hamed with 700 animals and guns. He notes pursuit of Col Stewart's killers, destruction of Farkir Etman property, and steady troop health though some wounded. Reports of Kassala victory by friendly Arabs and ongoing Khartoum reoccupation aims follow.
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Hebbeh
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Suakim
Agig
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Taka
Kassala
Moosa
London
Wolseley
Gordon
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Iicci
Calcutta
Hyderabad
India
Zebebr Pasha
el Mahdi
Gen. Gordon
el Wahdi
Z Dehr Pasha
el Mahd
CLC
Pope links worker woes to loss of religion and agitator sway
The pope responded to the workers' address by tracing their troubles to abandoning religious principles and being swayed by agitators who promise rights but ignore duties. He urged unity through associations and cooperation, mutual aid in illness and old age, and Catholic concerted action for a better future. The speech impressed the audience.
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Rome
Discontent grows over Portland rail bill clause in Maine
Augusta Me Feb 25 Citizens party grows dissatisfied with a amendment to the Portland and Oydensburg railroad bill that ties lease or sale validity to a two thirds Portland voters vote An effort may seek a simple majority The Blaney commutation petition referred to the governor and council likely to be acted on soon Judiciary committee also votes inexpedient on civil rights bill and refers medical registration bill to next legislature
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Judiciary Committee
Citizens Party
Portland and Oydensburg
Portland
Oscar E. Blaney
Committee On Judiciary
Ice breakup forecast as weather warms near Island Sound
City ISLAND reports ice in the sound loosening along the north shore and a general breakup possible within a day or two if mild temperatures persist. Tenders pass with ease. sailing vessels not frozen in can be towed. Steam tugs America and Gertrude in New York passages tow barges toward Boston and New London respectively.
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City Island
America
New York
Boston
Benefacto
Gertrude
New London
Bell Telephone patent case moved to common pleas division
In Toronto on February 25 Judge Galt granted an order to review Ottawa minister of justice proceedings in the Bell Telephone patent case. The writ of certiorari seeks to bring up all prior actions with aim to move the matter here for review. The questions raised were deemed sufficiently important to warrant argument before the common pleas divisional court in May.
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Toronto
Ont
Galt
Ottawa
Bell Telephone Company
Common Pleas Divisional Court
Electric lighting firms form group to advance interests
About 100 representatives from U S and Canada met in Chicago to organize a national association. J F Morrison of Baltimore was named president and W A Hovey of Boston secretary. The group discussed the feasibility of putting all types of electric wires underground.
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Chicago
United States
Canada
J. F. Morrison
Baltimore
W. A. Hovey
Boston
Funeral of Wm C Kingsley in Brooklyn Attended by City Officials
The funeral was held at the late residence in Brooklyn this afternoon for the late Wm C Kingsley. Mayor Low of Brooklyn, all city judges and officials attended. Rev. Dr Cuyler delivered a eulogistic address and Rev. Henry Ward Beecher also spoke.
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Wm. C. Kingsley
Brooklyn
Mayor Low
Cuyler
Henry Ward Beecher
Wolcott Installed as Pastor of Lawrence Street Church
Lawrence Massachusetts February 25 Rev William F E Wolcott was installed pastor of Lawrence street Congregational church this evening before a large audience. The installation sermon was by Rev Judson Smith D D with charge to pastor by Prof W J Tucker D D of Andover
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Lawrence
Mass
William FE. Wolcott
Lawrence Street Congregational Church
Judson Smith
W. J. Tucker
Andover
Washington memorial praise and Senate debate on military courts
The Washington monument dedication receives congressional thanks to Col. Thomas Lincoln Casey and his engineers. Senate debate covers court martial practices in peace, West Point envy claims, and the Swain case as criticism mounts over justice and punishment in military trials.
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Springer Investigating Committee Report On Wright’s Deputies
Washington February 25 Representative Springer and Van Alstyne on a sub committee report that deputy marshals under Lot Wright were excess to needs, partisan, armed, and many were criminals or non residents. They recommend removing Wright and pursuing illegal payments, with Stewart dissenting and backing deputy marshals.
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van Alstyne
Marshal Lot Wright
Ohio
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Department of Justice
Marshal Wright
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United States
Oho
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Muse
Diplomatic Notes on New Guinea and Samoa Crisis
Blue book details Sir Edward Mayer’s Berlin interview with Prince Bismarck. It covers German aims in New Guinea, the failed persuasion to Britain, and Herbert Bismarck’s mission. Also included is Granville’s rebuttal of jealousy claims and Samoa’s protectorate petitions amid German pressure.
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Berlin
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Tonga
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Jervois
New Zealand
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Cabinet picks hint at Endicott or Collins for war post
Albany dispatch reports President-elect Cleveland has settled on five cabinet members Bayard Manning Lamar Garland Vilas with Endicott favored for the war portfolio and Whitney likely for the navy. The plan includes New England appointments and a tariff stance aligned with the Chicago platform while opposing silver coinage.
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Patrick A. Collins
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Pertinent Suggestions on Women Suffrage Voices
A letter to the Boston Post questions why middle aged and older Massachusetts women show little public involvement in suffrage groups. It argues for full state suffrage, urges submission to the people, and contends that only a state bill should be considered.
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National Woman Suffrage Association
Massachusetts
National Association For Suffrage
Committee On
Woman Suffrage
Military levee of the National Lancers at armory ball
The National Lancers held their annual military levee at the armory on Wednesday night with festive decor, chandeliers, and a banquet. Capt. Henry D. Andrews led off the line with Edmonds's Orchestra playing as guests in formal uniforms attended by city officials, state militia officers, and veterans, all hosted by Capt. Andrews and officers Allard and Wadsworth.
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Edmonds
Brackett
First Light Infantry Regiment
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W.h.thornton
A.W. Tisfford
Hiram Kendall
Waite
Young
Harry B. Rose
Dalton
Holt
Boynton
Col
Gilbert
Gov. Robinson
Roving raids net gambling gear on two city fronts
During the 9 30 to 10 P M period on Wednesday Sergt Lyons led a second division squad to No 42 Howard street capturing gaming implements valued at 150 including a table 2000 chips and paraphernalia There was no game and no arrests. A second squad under Sergt Lee raided No 25 Bosworth street seizing 25 in property no game was in progress and no arrests were made The proprietor reportedly moved a costly layout after alarm Tuesday
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Sergt. Lee
Bosworth Street
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E. H. Ricker
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Thomas Buffum
Arthur Chesley
Edward Vance
D. F. Wyzauski
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Mass
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Maidens
M. Ks. Wallace & Co
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Doin
Globe Rink
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Springfield
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Malpen
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Utopias
Frank Bailey
New Haven
Conn
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Rockvilles
15 Mile Walk Planned Between Ed Holske and D A Driscoll
A 15 mile walk for $400 and gate money is set for Wednesday evening March 4 at Concert hall Green street between Ed Holske of Boston and D A Driscoll of Lynn. Driscoll has trained at Lynn, plus 10 to 20 miles daily. Holske also runs 10 miles daily at the association gymnasium. Large sporting delegations are expected from suburban towns. The article also notes baseball signings for Boston and umpire appointments by President Young.
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Hotske
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Carroll Democracy
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Charlestown
Catholic Diocee
Denis F. Bradley
Alpheus Gay
Funeral for Gen Horace Capron Held in Washington
Washington February 25 The funeral of Gen Horace Capron was held this afternoon. The remains were placed in a vault at Oak Hill cemetery. Honorary pallbearers included Japanese minister Jushi Kuki Rinichi Maj Gen W C Meigs Maj Gen J M Schofield and several high ranking naval officers along with medical director J M Brown and Prof J E Hilgard.
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Horace Capron
Oak Hill Cemetery
Jushi Kuki Rinichi
W. C. Meigs
J. M. Schofield
W. Wu. Temple
W. R. Taylor
J. J. Almy
J. A. Jenkins
Queen plans Ireland visit for Prince Albert Victor
London February 26 The idea for a trip to Ireland originated with the queen who wants Prince Albert Victor, never in Ireland, to tour with his brother Earl Spencer opposed fearing reception. It is reported the queen has instructed the cabinet to consider a permanent Ireland residence for Prince Albert.
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Prince Albert
Sharon Divorce Case Appeal Filed in San Francisco
Counsel for the defendant filed a notice of appeal from the superior court ruling granting the plaintiff divorce, judgment, alimony, and counsel fees in the Sharon case.
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San Francisco
Sharon
Superior Court
Redman Renominated for Mayor in Ellsworth Democratic Caucus
In Ellsworth Maine at a Wednesday Democratic caucus John B. Redman was renominated for mayor. Other items note Rev Samuel Bell of Great Falls New Hampshire taking a church post in South Abington Massachusetts and diverse local political and legal developments.
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John B. Redman
Samuel Bell
Great Falls
N. H
South Abington
Mass
Kelley
U.S. A
Ft. Popham
Democrats
Durham
Worcester
People’s Savings Bank
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Dover
National Bank
Isaac Abbott
Fail River
Concord
Chicago
Martin Garrity
Portsmouth
Kent
Ozro Hobbs
Lobbs
Garrity
Blair Chandler and Rollins Vie for New Hampshire Senate Seat
Special correspondence reports Blair and Chandler as leading contenders for the New Hampshire United States senate seat to be chosen by the legislature next June. Cheney seeks backing, Rollins opposes Chandler, and Currier’s connection to Hale colors shifting loyalties. Revelations on Mayor roles, a possible Rolfe appointment, and plans for a Democratic daily paper unfold amid party maneuvering and public events across Manchester and Carroll counties.
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Chandler
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Notable residents and visitors reported in brief notes
Mr J Armory Knox editor of the Texas Sift ings remains at Youngs hotel. Rev Robert G Seymour pastor of the Rug gies street Baptist church is seriously ill from pneumonia. Dyer Townsend of Wallingford VT is 97, still logs rides a frisky colt and works farms. George R Lancaster a prominent Jaagor ME citizen traveled with his bride en route south. Two Boston Appalachian club members W B Clarke and R A Badcock toured the White mountains. Maj Charles E Stevens sent a crayon portrait of his father Benjamin Stevens to the state house for display in Capt Mitchells office. F B Knowles of Worcester goes to Florida to oversee Heather Island orange grove holdings. Seth Vortress will leave $10,000 to Luther Hatch to fund a Vanirass Memorial bell and town library in Marshfield.
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George R. Lancaster
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Marshfield
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