Mayor Hart Questioned On Civil Service Politics Rumors
Washington reports the Civil Service Commission, after returning from illness, endorses Governor Thompson's stance on political assessments by the Old Dominion League. It warns against soliciting contributions in departments and states it will pursue violations. The commission also clarifies limits on civil service officials' political participation and potential impact on employment for contributions.
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The Case of Consul Lewis Trial at State Dept
The United States consul William Reed Lewis faced trial-like proceedings this week at the Department of State with Secretary Blaine presiding as judge. Accused of bribery and maladministation, he defended himself while Blaine heard both sides in secrecy. Lewis likely returns to Tangier to resign soon after.
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Colonial Railways Sold to American Syndicate in Jamaica
W G Allen US consul Jamaica reports to the State Department that Jamaica’s colonial government sold its railway system to a United States citizen syndicate, subject to home government approval. The line began in 1843, now runs 631 miles with 119 new miles planned for construction.
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United States
Kingston
Jamaica
State Department
Engraving Bureau reports 1889 output and costs
William Meridith reports to the Secretary of the Treasury that 1889 saw 9,201,321 sheets of currency and securities with a face value of 615,788,860, 28,952,055 stamps, 578,603,390 stamps in revenue items, and 1,053,785 drafts and related items produced. Total expenses were 932,577 with most for salaries and plate printing. unexpended appropriations of 41,872 were returned to the Treasury.
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United States
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Massachusetts Appointments Naming Horton and Cadet Picks
Acting Secretary Batcheller appoints Charles M. Horton as a secret service operative in Boston. Clarence B. Cunningham of Gloucester is named a West Point cadet from the seventh Massachusetts district with James Alfred Lyman as alternate.
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Harvard Athletic Association fall field meeting entrants list
A long list of entrants for Harvard Athletic Association events includes G L Batchelder F B Lord and others for the 100 yard dash Bord F F Page and more for the 220 yard dash and 440 yard dash G W Priest C Walcott J C Hubbard T J Stead J E Tweedy among competitors for mile run and mile walk with entries in two mile bicycle race and various running and field events_INCLUDE_ participants from multiple squads and positions as listed in the notice
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Saltonstall
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Steins
W. H. Shea
G. H. Ketlen
P. V. Kohnson
HR. Allen
Inkley
Ketlen
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H. R. Allen
E. A. Yn
J. E. Tweedy
Bank closure after cashier defalcation in Conshohocken
Tradesmen's National Bank of Conshohocken closes after cashier William Henry Cresson defalcation. Examiner Robert E. James places loss at 50 000 to 75 000 dollars. Depositors suffer no loss. Cresson disappeared. security liable. he had held high social and church standing.
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William Henry Cresson
United States Bank
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Cresson
James
Straws From State Street Market Tone Notes Mixed Signals
The New York market showed higher activity while the local market was irregular. Arbitrage brokers dominate much trading with strength in coppers and Eastern stocks and weakness in West End Land. A New York house suspects Standard Oil controls the Cotton Oil Trust, and Trusts endure a semi panicky period as Fort Worth road costs push Union Pacific shares higher.
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Market News and Railway Ventures Highlight Dated Report
Money rates held at 342 percent while New York funds traded at 5 to 10 cents discount. Banks note demand for time money remains small as merchants hold low inventories. Wheat and cotton movements expand in the Northwest and West, Tampico Harbor work progresses toward a 1890 channel that aids Mexican Central. St Paul asserts confidence in its traffic share amid the U P N W alliance, while the Interstate Commerce Commission prepares a pivotal annual report. Toledo line freight up 900 cars YoY, and Pullman Car Company palaces carried 4,242,542 persons with 25 cents per ride yielding substantial porter revenue.
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Pullman Car Company
Open secret on Dr Bull cough syrup and Salvation On
Open secret extols Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as a universal remedy praising its instant pain relief and claims Salvation On cures bodily pain. The advertisement asserts quick results and lists a price of 265 cents.
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Firemen in Politics Cleared by Revised City Opinion
The corporation counsel issues a revised opinion on fire department rules restricting on duty members from attending political meetings while off duty they may attend. The five fire commissioners will issue an order aligning with the revised view, limiting bans to duty times and respecting civil service law.
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Hart
October Atlantic Storms and North Atlantic Cooperation
International cooperation in meteorology remains vital as four gales are planned for November across the North Atlantic. The Paris International Meteorological Congress urged standardized cloud classification, vessel report sharing, Atlantic charting, and widespread use of self recording instruments. The Hydrographer’s October summary notes low pressure over transatlantic routes, multiple storms near 50th parallel, and notable cyclones east of Hatteras and near Bermuda.
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Out of a Madhouse and the Deliverance Tale
A dramatic sensational reminiscence from a high social figure describing months in an asylum and a nervous breakdown starting in July 1887. He recounts brutal nerve strain, insomnia, tremors, weighty medical use, and prayers for release as his mind unravels before a pivotal mental collapse.
Salem Republicans in Mourning as Inspectors Removed
Salem Republicans report two newly appointed custom house inspectors have lost their posts due to a Washington order reducing the working force. Inspectors J W Stocker of Beverly and T A Prime of Salem are removed, J B Osborne to handle outside work. A salary cut for the assistant boatman from 600 to 480 is recommended but not yet in effect. The Water Board plans bids for sandage pine for a new water main with work by water department staff under Superintendent Rogers and no Italian labor.
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