Perils of Seamen and Wrecks Beset Early Montreal Fire
Montreal report details the Collerette family tragedy at St Michel with mother and seven children burned alive, farmer Collerette severely injured, and survivor daughter at a convent. Vessel fires also recount Lizzie D Small and Grace Choate sailors saved after five days adrift, with cargo losses and rescue efforts noted.
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Distribution policy questioned by Massachusetts official reviewed by actuary
The correspondence between New York Life President William Beers and consulting actuary David Parks Fackler examines the distribution policy. Fackler finds the premium formulas correct, premiums adequate, no assessmentism, and no violation of anti-rebate laws, noting similar European and American schemes. He urges judicial consideration if needed and cites Massachusetts concerns.
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Great Britain
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New York City
Massachusetts Insurance Deartment
John D. Long
Pillsbury
Boston
Mass
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
William M W. Beers
John Burns backs red flag in Hyde Park protest
London March 9 mass meeting in Hyde Park protests Kara horror. John Burns denounces the Czar, vows to carry the red flag from Moscow to the Caucasus, and urges British intervention in Russia. Stepniak and Prince Kropotkin influence the discussion amid snow showers and a large crowd.
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France weighs action after Dahomey clash in chamber
M Etienne told the Chamber of Deputies that the King of Dahomey refused to recognize the French protectorate and invaded the slave coast but was repulsed. If demands are not met, vigorous measures may follow not for conquest but to give a salutary lesson. Remarks met with cheers as Journal des Debats opposes conquest due to possible friction with Britain and Germany.
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Journal Des Débats
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Canal scheme a failure shocks Paris readers
Paris reports the Panama Canal commission deems the project a failure after a costly effort. The engineers cite 40,000,000 cubic metres of earth still to remove, river changes, railroad reconstructions, and costly lock gates. Financially, further work is deemed impossible, with blame aimed at contractors amid scandalous charges to be investigated.
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Sultan Moves to Cancel Hotels Gambling License
March 9 Dunlap Cable News reports that the Sultan is likely to withdraw licenses from French and American hotel keepers here who are pushing a Monte Carlo style venture. The Koran forbids gambling, and the hotels plan baccarat and roulette rooms as they prepare for spring openings. The government has filed an earnest protest.
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BISMARCK THE YOUNGER Not Equal to the Tasks Which the Man of Iron Would Impose
From friends of Bismarck it is learned that the Chancellor aimed to train his son Herbert in all government functions. He now confesses Herbert is unequal to the vast tasks and plans to gradually retire, creating a secretaryship for the empire to handle finance commerce and colonies while keeping the foreign office for his son.
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Von Boetticher Receives Black Eagle Decoration
March 9 Berur reports the Emperor honored Herr Von Boetticher with the Order of the Black Eagle on the anniversary of Emperor William I’s death. An accompanying letter credits the late emperor as pioneer of social reform and pledges continued reform efforts. The Emperor praises Von Boetticher as a main supporter and expresses full confidence and appreciation.
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Rumors Spin Kerr von Boatticher as Chancellor Candidate
Rumors circulate that Kerr von Boatticher may succeed Prince Bismarck as chancellor. The discussion centers on potential leadership changes within the German government and the implications for policy and stability.
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French Elections Open Contests for Chamber in Several Districts
Paris reports elections for the Chamber of Deputies across districts. In Toulouse first district LeGue leads with 5292 votes over Susini 3255. In second district Calvinhac leads Radical and Socialist rivals 4396 while Labat 5124 and Sirwenn 4058. Second ballots required. Loreau reelected at Gien with 7633 against Portalis 7924. Delahaye Conservative reelected for Chillon, Muller Conservative for Loches, Guillemont Republican for Fontenay-le-Comte.
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Toulouse
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Gien
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M. Muller
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M. Guillemont
Fontenay-le- Comte
A Literary Ex-Empress Writes Poems in News
Cable News Company reports ex Empress Eugenie has begun writing poetry with notable talent. Copies reach Queen Victoria and the Prince of Wales. She edits her late husband and son’s letters for publication to aid widows of soldiers from the 1870 war.
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Portugal obstinate in Mozambique railway dispute
The Standard's Lisbon correspondent reports Mr Magmac, director of the Delagoa Bay Railway, in Portugal for ten days of talks. He states the Portuguese government will risk all to keep the railway and lands and to exclude England from Mozambique. The company seeks £1,750,000 while America demands £760,000 for the McMurdo estate. England and America vow compensation for their outraged citizens.
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election in Stamford division returns Gust for Conservative
London reports the Stamford division by election result as Gust (Conservative) winning 4236 votes over Priestly (Gladstonian) who received 305. Lawrence resigned to become a judge. prior election had no opposition. Other items note Parliament seats, Vatican talks, and the Imperial mausoleum dedication.
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Formosa Rebellion Forces Chinese to Seek Peace Talks
Advices from China via the Belgie report Formosan aborigines uniting to resist Chinese troops. After ambushes that killed nearly all of a Chinese force, the commander halted the campaign and opened negotiations. Local promises of concessions prompted the natives to abandon hostility.
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Clara Barton Seeks Aid for North and South Dakota Destitution
March 9 report from Washington that Clara Barton, president of the American Red Cross, investigated distress among pioneer settlers in North and South Dakota and appeals for cash subscriptions to meet emergencies. About 600 people are dependent and many need food for stock. funds will be distributed by H. Q. Helgesen, state agriculture commissioner, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
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Naval assignments and detachments listed in force orders
Naval orders show Ensign A G Rogers detached from the Monongahela to the coast survey steamer McArthur. Ensign M L Bristol moved from McArthur to Monongahela. Assistant Surgeon M F Gates from navy yard League Stand to Kearsarge. Assistant Surgeon H N F Harris from Kearsarge ordered home.
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Fires Elsewhere New Bepford March 9
A string of fires across several towns reports major damage. Trinitarian Church in New Bepford sustains $10,000 loss with $9,300 insured. organ wrecked. Detroit factories burn for an estimated $250,000 total loss. Hazardville mills destroyed, insurance $18,000. Barrows North Attleboro meat market, Anderson Ohio factory, Leominster horn goods factory damaged. Several smaller blazes in Woonsocket and Birmingham cause substantial, insured losses.
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Lawyers warn NY Players' League club amid Giant suit
New York on March 9 saw the Metropolitan Exhibition Company begin its suit series by sending notices to President MacAlpin Vice President Talcott and Secretary Robinson and other New York limited directors warning them to refrain from acting against Giant baseball players or face damages in court.
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Mellin's Food Aids Infant Strength and Digestion
A brief product notice extols Mellin's Food for weak infants, claiming it strengthens muscles and bones and is tailored to infant digestion. The ad emphasizes the preparation form suited to babies' digestive powers and maternal care.
Dr McGlynn Speaks Again at Anti Poverty Society
New York March 9 Dr McGlynn appeared before the Anti Poverty Society after weeks away due to illness. He spoke of his near death and said he was ready to die though unfracked and excommunicated. Rev W Thackeray of Cambridge urged taxing ground rents for communal benefit.
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Yale and New York Lead In Yale Second Regiment Meet
The Yale and Second Regiment clubs held the annual athletic meeting in New Haven drawing 2500 spectators. Yale and Harvard and New York divided honors with wins in the mile, 50 yard dash, fencing, mile walk, and 440 yard events. Lloyd of Yale won the mile. Green of the Manhattan Athletic Club and Downs of Harvard placed notable in sprints.
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Weather forecast for New England and New York
Weather bulletin dated March 9 lists forecast through Monday evening. New England expects fair skies with winds turning southerly and warmer next Tuesday. Eastern New York sees warmth with fair conditions and southerly winds, while northern New York may have rain or snow with above freezing temperatures.
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Rubber factories to shut down for repairs and stock
Notices posted at Boston Rubber Shoe Company plants in Edgeworth and the Fells announce shutdowns on April 10 for three weeks to carry out general repairs and stock taking. The action affects 3000 employees.
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Elbow Furnishings and The Oceanic Table
A sales pitch extols an Ocecas ional table as versatile for many rooms with a dozen uses, places, and reasons to buy. It urges immediate action, promises personal satisfaction, and coins the term elbow furnishing to describe such adaptable pieces. The copy touts myriad possibilities within easy reach.
Biddeford Polls Questioned Over Mass Disfranchisement
Biddeford Republicans warn over 500 longtime voters to stay away from the polls amid a court ruling on naturalization. The article cites Judge Webb and cites case law on what constitutes a court of record, arguing that many local officials may technically meet the naturalization requirements yet face disenfranchisement for decades of voting.
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