Death of Richard Malcolm Johnston Echoes Southern Literary Era
Baltimore obituary recalls Johnston as a key Southern writer and humorist who helped shape American letters after the Civil War. Born March 8, 1822 in Georgia, he practiced law, ran a plantation school, and penned Dukesborough Tales and studies on Georgia life. His works and a biography of Alexander H. Stephens established him as a landmark figure in American literature.
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Andrew J White Dies in London at 70
Andrew Judson White of New York died of paralysis today at the Savoy Hotel in London. He led the wholesale drug business and helped found the Yost Typewriter Company. He was a director and major stockholder in the Union Typewriter Company. In 1894 Yale University endowed a dormitory named for him.
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Savoy Hotel
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Yale University
Madame Paulmier shoots at M Millerand in Paris
Madame Paulmier wife of Calvados deputy Charles Ernest Paulmier enters La Lanterne in Paris and fires twice at M Ollivier after claiming slander against her husband. She says she aimed to kill Millerand as a response to Dreyfus affair attacks, while Picquart faces court martial secrecy and legal hurdles.
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la Lanterne
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M. Ollivier
Chaneine
Picquart
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M. Labori
la Liberte
Council
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Foolhardy act shocks city fire scene at Chauncy Street blaze
Amid a five story Chauncy Street fire, a ladderman severed a power trolley wire causing a burst of flame. Chief Webber suffered a severe shock as flames jumped to the street and near reporters coats. Damage at N Busch cap manufactory on the fourth floor tops $800.
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Catharine Quinlan Arrested in Fugitive Case
Catharine Quinlan, once found intoxicated with 517.40 in Hay ward, was seized by Inspector McCausland on a Troy N Y fugitive charge. Police say she stole 670 dollars from Thomas Wansbury of Troy on September 1 and Troy police will forward her.
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Thomas Wansbury
Barnaby Leads at Baltimore in 18 Hour Bicycle Race
The Baltimore Coliseum event neared its finish after 12 hours as rain and wind halted last night’s riding. Riders resume for three hours tomorrow and complete the race tomorrow night. Final standings list Barnaby first on 252 miles and several others close behind with 251 miles plus laps.
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Herbert Smith Dies After Being Struck by Electric Car
Herbert Smith a Buffalo New York businessman died from injuries after being run down by an electric car at the Bromfield and Washington streets corner Thursday night. He was brought to City Hospital where he died early this morning. The body will be taken to Buffalo today.
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A Contractor Recovers Health With Pink Pills for Pale People
Herman H Eveler of Jefferson City Missouri describes his seven year battle with lagrippe and after effects. After trying doctors and remedies he found relief with Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He reports renewed energy and ability to work and endorses the medicine for breath, heart palpitations and debility.
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Lagrippe
Herman H. Eveler
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Barrows and Atwood Clash Over Records at Club Meeting
Ex-Senator Atwood fired up as he challenged Congressman Barrows over a contested public record and a missed vote. Chairman Conness restricted debate while Atwood pressed for accountability. Other candidates for the Massachusetts Senate pitched party loyalty and reform as the meeting continued.
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Four New Arrests in Bridgeport Murder Case
Four arrests follow discovery that two youths sent a $30 money order to Dr Nancy Guilford in Bridgeport linked to the Emma Gill case. Remains exhumed in Bridgeport, examined in Southington, and funeral held with burial at Oak Hill Cemetery after a brief service.
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Two Women Arrested in Guilford Case in Bridgeport
In Bridgeport Conn two women Rose Drayton and her daughter Clara were jailed after arrest. Suspects Harry Oxley and Howard Guernsey were brought from Southington and questioned by Chief Birmingham for hours. Oxley allegedly paid Guilford money totaling 150 dollars. Foster is not believed connected.
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Miss Jessie Schley Calls for Peace Mission Across Nations
New York Sept 2 Miss Jessie Schley peace advocate and cousin of a US rear admiral traveled from Paris to Madrid to press Spain to sue for peace. She met with leaders in Madrid and Havana and plans to urge President McKinley, asserting American women helped end the war.
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Trial findings fix those implicated in Emma Gill case
Guernsey spoke to officers settling who was involved and Oxley confessed partially. No guilt suspicion towards Guernsey but Oxley borrowed money from him and kept silent as the crime was uncovered. Pinkerton detective Hockendorf aided arrest. Plumb released. Guilford’s movements discussed. habeas corpus sought for Harry Guilford. Emma Gill’s body was exhumed for the second time and returned to Southington after the head was moved to the potters field.
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Oxley
Emma Gill
Charles A. Plumb
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J B. L. Klein
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Guilfords
Birmingham
Harry Guilford
Potters’ Field
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Roosevelt confirms New York residency amid governor talk
The article reports Roosevelt’s stance on his New York residency for election eligibility. Odell asserts Roosevelt will be nominated and elected governor, while Roosevelt defers comment, noting his continuous Oyster Bay home and possible future statement.
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