Origin and Progress of the Fire in New York Streets
Eyewitness accounts recount how a massive blaze swept through crowded streets, devouring buildings and trapping hundreds of people. The narrative details the fire’s spread, survivors’ escapes, and the chaos around the courthouse where seventy convicts perished or were burned. Chicago observers describe the arrival, reactions, and the attempts to flee the inferno, painting a stark scene of destruction and mass panic.
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Butler Grant interview signals party rift and patronage plans
The White House reports Gen Butler’s lengthy talk with Gen Grant about Butler’s Massachusetts political canvass and which Federal officers backed him. Butler says he led a strong Massachusetts Republican coalition and blames state officials for blocking his governor bid. Grant’s view of Butler remains hostile, and potential patronage use is uncertain. The piece also notes a looming martial law move in South Carolina and details a warehouse fire in Sagetown amid Internal Revenue matters and a postmaster general resignation.
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Address to the business men of the country fires and relief
Curled account from Curiaco on Oct 12 recounts Chicago fires and chaos after the disaster. Sheridan controls the city and relief bodies coordinate aid and loans to sustain business. The Chicago Tribune and Post survive with limited presses, and the Telegraph lines are restored.
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Arrivals at New York from Chicago fire relief effort
About twenty people arrived from Chicago with scorched clothing and shoes. They were fed free by dining saloons while railroads ran. Messages from Erie Railroad cite Mayor and Committee urging money and blankets as chief needs, with drafts payable to Chicago City Treasurer David A. Gage.
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Generous Offer From the English Government
A Dublin telegram asks Quebec to forward five hundred pounds to Chicago. Citizens form a collection via church subscriptions. A cable from the English Government offers Chicago military tents and blankets from the Dominion. over half a million tents and blankets are available.
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Public sympathy meeting aids Chicago sufferers
Hartford Oct 12 a public sympathy meeting for Chicago sufferers raised subscriptions totaling 24 253 96. Leaders present included Mayor Chapman and speakers Deming Hawiey and Hyde. Contributions from F B Wooly Phoenix Life Insurance and others reached 700 by Freemasons, with expectations to rise. Albany bread firm donated 2500 loaves, while cities from Washington to Jersey City contributed varied sums.
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French Interior Minister Report on M. Ponyer Quertier Mission
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Case of Victor Place in Paris Fraud Trial
Paris reports show Victor Place former New York Consul denying fraud in arms purchases during the war while claiming no personal stake, acting as an agent in good faith. Testimony by Casimir Periere and shifts about ministry posts and German evacuation talks fill the political backdrop.
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Sympathy For Chicago In London And Birmingham Fund Drives
The London and Birmingham relief efforts for Chicago disaster victims gathered strong support. At Langham Hotel a 400-strong gathering chaired by Minister Schenck raised ten thousand pounds sterling quickly. Notables including A G Curtin and Gen Burnside attended, pledging sympathy and more aid. contributions from merchants and Confederate supporters were noted. The report ends with a brief, abrupt transition to a separate murder item.
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The Calamity. Frankfort hosts relief meeting for Chicago fire
The German American Economist issue and a city meeting in Frankfort mobilize funds for Chicago fire victims. Leading banking houses attend and a relief committee is formed to collect and distribute contributions. Frankfort pledges a liberal donation.
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Italian Government Seeks Ground From Convent in Rome Stables Plan
Rowe Oct 11 The Italian Government wants land at the Convent of Saint Andre near the Quirinal for enlarging the King's stables. The Jesuits have an American Volleze there, causing hesitancy to seize the site. Republican papers attack the move, while the Pope orders the convent yield only to force, a stance extending to all religious houses.
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Concert of Action in Spain Renews Party Coordination
The Progressists plan to organize across Spain with concerted action and discipline. Serrano and Sagosta reportedly unite, with visible understanding between Sagosta and Esparterov. Financial and commercial notes follow.
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Brooklyn Republicans Spark Disorder at General Committee
New York October reports rising quarreling among Brooklyn Republicans at General Committee meetings. A recent adjourned session erupted into personal clashes and expulsions after accusations against the District Attorney and remarks about Theodore Allen. The 3 am turmoil followed prolonged clashes and order disputes.
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