The People Vote to Accept Woburn Charter
In Woburn on June 12 a town meeting voted to accept the charter granted by the Legislature. Moderator Colonel William F. Grammer oversaw the 7 am to 7:20 pm polls, with 998 ballots cast: 966 in favor and 52 against. The city was formally proclaimed incorporated as Woburn. A volley of 25 guns and a bell alarm marked the city’s designation as the twenty-fifth in Massachusetts.
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Woburn
William F. Grammer
Massachube
Weather Outlook for New England and Eastern New York
For twenty four hours beginning 7 am Wednesday June 13 winds will be light to fresh variable turning easterly. Expect warmer and fair weather across New England and eastern New York with improved conditions as the day progresses.
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Washington
New England
New York
Observations From Game Moment Across Stations
Notes record observations at the game moment across all named stations. Data describe environmental conditions, positions, and events as seen by multiple observers. The entry emphasizes simultaneity and cross station timing without narrative speculation.
Condition of Emperor Frederick Worsens Spreads Hopeless Tone
London reports Emperor Frederick in grave condition after telegram from Potsdam. He is fed by artificial means as doctors warn of a rapid decline. By June 13 the epiglottis and throat areas show deterioration, with potential regency considerations rising.
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London
Prince of Wales
Potsdam
Frederick
Ascot Heath
Bern
Bardeleben
Mackenzie
Dr. Mackenzie
Favorable Reports From General Sheridan’s Bedside
The La est Bulletin from Washington dated June 12 reports no change in General Sheridan's condition. Pulse 104 to 106, fair volume and tension, coughs little, irregular respiration, and good nourishment. A further bulletin promised for tomorrow morning. A later note on June 18 states steadiness, quiet rest, and that he has not been told of his mother’s death and may remain unaware for days.
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Washineton
General Sheridan
Kings Have Slept At Historic Peterborough Inn Visit
June 12 report from GrantTHAM notes Mr. Carnegie and Mr. Blaine touring Peterborough and its famed Angel Inn. They admired the cathedral and dined with Wagenerian music, then retired to rooms once occupied by Richard II and King John Lackland. Blaine remains lively and in good health, avoiding political topics older than a century.
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Granttham
Carnegie
Blaine
Peterborough
United Kingdom
John
Damroseh
Blame
Richard II
Duke of Buckingham
King John “Lackland
Gladstone manifesto to Ayr electors on Liberal Unionist pledges
In a letter to Lord Hartington, The Grand Old Man condemns Ayr boroughs electors by recalling Liberal Unionist pledges and arguing they have been violated. The Ayr by election follows the death of Richard Frederick Fothringham Campbell and will be held on Friday.
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London
Mr. Gladstone
Lord Hartington
Ayr
Richard Frederick Fothringham Campbell
Gladstone
Conservatives Defeated on a Resolution at Ascot Heath Meeting
London June 12. In the House of Commons Mr Louis J Jennings introduced a resolution against costly reorganization of Admiralty departments and extravagant pensions. It passed 115 to 84 amid cross-party support. Also at Ascot Heath the races saw Dan Dancer win the Ascot stakes, Ossory take the Prince of Wales stakes, Exmoor win the Gold Vase, Dante the Triennial stakes, with several minor placings. Berlin reports Unrest as General von Schellendorf may resign over army reform. W Smith announced licensing clauses in the local government bill would be dropped. Brussels elections favor Catholics. Antwerp returns show Catholic still dominant. In Madrid General Campos resigns. Sagasta to form crisis.
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House of Commons
Louis J. Jennings
Stockport
Admiralty
Charles Beresford
Bradlaugh
Gladstonians
Ascot Heath
Dan Dancer
Hippeway
Banter
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Galore
Nether Avon
W. H. Smith
Treasury
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Campos
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Walt Whitman Illness Reports Offer Fragile Hope
Philadelphia June 12 Walt Whitman shows slight improvement after a week of serious illness marked by vertigo and progressive paralysis. Dr R M Bucke and Professor Osler have attended him as his condition fluctuates with weakness and nervous prostration.
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Philadelphia
Penn
Walt Whitman
Camden
R. M. Bucke
London
Whitman
Bueke
William Osler
University of Pennsylvania
Atlantic Regatta Sails In Light Breezes At New York
The Atlantic Yacht Club spring regatta saw 36 yachts start in light winds. Winners included Grayling in class 1 and Pappoose in class 6, with races over a 37 mile course.
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Atlantic Yacht Club
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Palmer
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C. F. Adams
Boston
Genalia
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Sderan
Hypatia
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Marjorie
Woman Confesses Poisoning Her Children in Poverty Case
In Philadelphia on June 12 coroner reports Mrs. Sarah Jane Whiteling confessed to poisoning her two children a girl age nine and a boy age two after poisoning her husband. She described doses given April 21 and April 24 and said insurance policies on each child totaled 369 dollars.
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Philadelphia
Sarah Jane Whiteling
Cadwalader Street
Willie
Bertie
Tariff reform rally news from New York and Washington
In Wasnincrox June 12 a tariff reform rally aims to mobilize Democratic lawmakers at the Metropolitan Opera House New York Saturday night. Ivins of New York seeks speakers from Ways and Means and invites Carlisle Morrison Beck and Russell. Hale constellates civil service testimony into a potential document. Mrs Cleveland and Miss Willard visited the White House and Mrs Long plans Massachusetts trip. Atkins resigns as Indian Commissioner to campaign for Senate.
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Morrison
Beck
Russell
Massachusetts
Reform Club
Cleveland
Thurman
Blaine
New York City
Mrs. Cleveland
Miss Willard
Oak View
White House
Boston Traveler Henry Spaulding Injured in Buggy Accident
In Wotresoro New Hampshire on June 12, George F. Spaulding of Boston Travel Agent was thrown from a buggy when the horse started to run. He sustained facial and bodily bruises but no broken bones. Doctors report injuries not dangerous.
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Wotresoro
N. H
Specian
George F. Spaulding
Boston Traveller
Spauding
Bridge accident claims George T. Fish at River View station
At about 10 o clock tonight George T. Fish died after falling through a bridge at River View station. A prominent Grand Army man, he served in Company B Eighth Connecticut Volunteers during the Civil War. He leaves a widow and two children.
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Wartham
SrEciau
George T. Fish
River View Station
Gomany B
Connecticut Volunteers
Tammany Ratification Meeting in Academy of Music
The Tammany Hall ratification rally in the Academy of Music drew a large crowd with red bandannas and the national flag. Speakers included General Cochran, Governor Hill, and ex Governor Abbott of New Jersey as resolutions backing the St Louis nominations were adopted. Governor Hill argued Republicans push reform late while Democrats favor fair tariff revision and labor protection.
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Academy of Music
General Cochrane
Hill
Abbott
New Jersey
St. Louis
Ingalls
Cleveland
Seward
Sumner
Wilson
Mapa Plindne
Congress
Democratic Party
Sellon Held For Manslaughter In Municipal Court
Bangor Maine June 12 Albert G Sellon was arraigned for manslaughter in Municipal Court. He waived examination and posted 5000 bond for the August term. Postal Clerk Hayes posted 600 bond to appear as witness. Officials and counsel report no interview with Sellon since arrest and no public confession. The jail marshal and officers state Sellon asked no one be admitted to see him.
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Sellon
Bangor
Albert G. Sellon
Hayes
Selion
Our Sporting Suit From Jordan Marsa Co Offers Season Price
A sporting suit offered this season at 462 percent price mentions Jordan Marsa Co as the provider. Interested buyers are urged to examine the deal, noting the unusual percentage figure and the season context for sports enthusiasts.
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Jordan, Marsa & Co
Wall Street Traders React To Dividend Shake Up
New York June 12. Wall Street prices swung as Gould influenced activity in Manhattan stock after a board cut to a 4 percent dividend. Missouri Pacific and Western Union moves added to volatility with revised earnings and rumored bond issues shaping the market tone.
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New York
Sprovar
Jay Gould
Manhattan
Mr. Gould
Russell Sage
Shorts
Missouri Pacific
Norvin Green
Western Union Company
Wall Street
St Louis Bell Company Conducts War Over Telephone Rates
St Louis Bell Telephone Co contends ordinance to cut rental to 50 dollars per line while Mayor Francis refuses to seek court action to force service. Company has installed 151 phones since ordinance passed. mayor vows to remove poles and wires and end public occupancy of space.
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St. Louis
Bell Telephone Company
Francis
Turner
Bell Company
City of
Supreme Court of Missouri
Fire in Manchester causes heavy loss and alarm
A large laboratory at Manchester Print Works burned, spreading to a lumber shed and cotton storehouse with 400 cords of hardwood nearby. Loss estimated around 35000 dollars, with no insurance. Fire contained overnight, rebuild planned within a day. Separate fires in Oakland and New York caused additional property damage and injuries.
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Benjamin F. Dean
Dean
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Erie
Broadway
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Eaeuaesem
New York
Second Street
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Koenig
John T. Traverse
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Franklin
Miller's Cranberry Meadow
E. D. Miller
Dorchester
Manley Wins Day in Maine GOP Convention
Maine Republicans convened in Portiano with 1442 of 1448 delegates present as James G Blaine backed by the Manley faction dominated. Burleigh won the nomination on a 755 vote majority, while Judge Symonds attacked Burleigh’s legality and the Mills bill. The platform pledges opposition to free trade and calls for a balanced revenue and protection of American labor.
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Sorctan
Joe Manley
Maine
Burleigh
Jon Manley
A. K. P. Small
D.D
Wiswell
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Paris
Maine Statesman
Republican Party
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Chicago
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Presque Isle
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British Cobden Club
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United States
Friends of American Labor
Military officers granted leave and duty changes in Washington
In Washington on June 12 a list shows Captain Carle A. Woodruff second artillery granted one month’s leave and First Lieutenant James Parker fourth cavalry granted one month’s extension of leave. A board of survey led by Lt Cols Beckwith and Moore with Captain Morgan will meet in St. Louis to examine property Captain F H Hathaway is accountable for. Major Thomas Wilson is ordered from Chicago to Monticello Iowa on temporary duty.
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Carle A. Woodruff
Second Artillery
James Parker
Fourth Cavalry
Arnost Beckwith
James M. Moore
James N. Morgan
St. Louis
F. H. Hathaway
Thomas Wilson
Chicago
Monticello
Warrr Miller and Thurston to lead Republican convention
Curicano June 12 report suggests Warner Miller of New York and John M. Thurston of Nebraska are likely to be temporary chairman and permanent president of the Republican convention or swapped roles. Senator George F. Hoar of Massachusetts is mentioned as a potential candidate but uncertainty remains.
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Curicano
Warner Miller
New York
John M. Thurston
Nebraska
George F. Hoar
Massachusetts
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