New Year's Day Reception At White House Noted Guests
New Year’s Day reception at the White House drew a notable crowd of New Englanders and officers. Mrs Cogswell and Mrs Andrew led the receiving party with General Banks and Justice Gray among attendees. Poor weather and few fashionable callers marked a quieter scene than past years. officials may continue briefings but general public observance appears unlikely to endure.
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White House Reception Glitters With Flowers and Diplomats
Historic White House reception showcases lavish patriotic decorations, marine band music, and a long line of guests led by the President and Mrs Harrison. Diplomats and dignitaries in full court attire fill the rooms, with detailed notes on gowns of Mrs Harrison and others, and orderly conduct of official receptions and subsequent luncheons.
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Priests and Parnellites clash over Cork mayoral install
Corr Jan 1 report shows Cork Mayor Horgan installed amid Parnellite enthusiasm while opponents stay away. Rumors of priesthood opposition grow as Bishop O Callahan refuses to receive the mayor. Dublin scenes mirror tension with Sexton and Healy hissed as Parnell is cheered.
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Irish Leaders Split Rumor and Boulogne Conference
Dates from Paris and Boulogne report William O'Brien urging Parnell to retire if O'Brien becomes Irish party leader. Dillon consulting allies in the United States, Boulogne adjourns awaiting reply. O'Brien warns against false agency statements as United Ireland promises unity, while O'Shea divorce and will cases face new developments in London and Dublin.
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Peru’s Pierola revolt at Fort Santa Catalina defeated
Lawger of Peru worked to spark a lower class uprising to crown him dictator. On December 8 Pierola’s followers seized Fort Santa Catalina with about eighty men, triggering seven hours of fierce fighting before government troops prevailed. The Peruvian consul reports no further outbreak and notes public loyalty to President Bermudez after the clash.
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New Year Observed Across Europe Including Royal Receptions
Reports from Brew and Romp show Emperor William attending a New Year service and a court reception with foreign ambassadors, followed by a garrison password ceremony. In Paris President Carnot hosts a brilliant New Year reception with Monsignor Rotelli and a cordial diplomatic exchange. London notes a Wortley fete disaster where fifteen girls were burned, some severely, as lanterns ignited their dresses.
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Indian trouble in United States blamed on American policy
The Times of London asserts Americans cannot quarrel with Indian unrest, suggesting injudicious handling and the arrest order for Sitting Bull created the crisis. It warns the struggle could have been avoided with wiser policy, noting the Indians were shaped by U.S. actions.
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Dangerous Winter Grips Hungary and Trieste
Continental Weather reports intense cold across Hungary with the Danube frozen from Pressburg to Vienna and ground ice threatening water supply. A hurricane at Trieste inhibits port exits while a shipwreck confirm four crew drowned. Icebound Balaton Lake halts transport as several deaths occur amid ongoing frost.
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Cuban Interests Maprio Cuba delegates press tobacco talks
Negotiations continue between Spain and Cuban delegates who urge a reciprocity treaty with the United States and favored tobacco terms. When discussions end, General Ki Burd Grubb, the American minister, will start talks with Spain.
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Capital Is All Subscribed for New Irish Party Paper
Announcement states the capital for the new paper of the M'Carthyite section of the Irish party has been subscribed. Dupuy notes the organization and timing as January 1. The report signals funding and support for the publication within the faction.
Chamberlain Sees Liberal-Unionists Hope Liberal Rise Again
Joseph Chamberlain spoke in Birmingham asserting that after the Parnell scandal Liberal-Unionists expect Liberals to admit error and reunite. He said Liberals now see Parnell deceiving Gladstone and mentioned possible compromise at Boalerale conference as Healy grieves and O Brien strikes at Parnell.
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Portuguese Volunteers Threaten British Fight in Maxivaland
Carr Town reports 400 Portuguese volunteers landed at Pongive River mouth and signed to serve in Maxivaland to oppose Britain if needed. Chief Gunchuahuana allegedly lowered the Portuguese flag and raised the British flag. Lysuon notes Senor Ennes welcomed 40 officers enlisting for an East African expedition, saying Portugal’s cordial ties with Britain remain, despite a British company entering Portuguese territory.
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The Boulang er of Peru Insurrection Suppressed
Advices from Peru recount the December uprising in Lima led by Pierola the Boulang er faction. After hard fighting the insurrection was pressed and suppressed, with authorities reporting decisive action against the movement.
New Cambridge City Hall Hosts New Year Reception
Cambridge city officials held a New Year's reception at the new City Hall last evening. The hall glowed with electric lights while Thomas's Orchestra provided music. City Messenger Pratt's office was festooned with evergreens and plants. Inscribed messages read A Happy New Year and Come Again. Many citizens attended to inspect the new building.
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New York Mont Real Watch Night Services
New York on New Year’s Day saw business nearly halted as banks exchanges and houses closed. A Scotch mist spread through the morning and persisted, reducing the number of New Year’s visitors and calls. The day featured religious services and observances in the Protestant and celebrant communities.
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