Investigation into First National Bank favors sparks reforms
Washington notes report Secretary Sherman will face an inquiry into Treasury ties with the First National Bank of New York. Bank balances from February to December total nearly 886 million dollars, with the First National holding about 239 million in nine months. Other regional banks share hundreds of millions, highlighting New England and Middle States reliance. Also noted: Acklin, Dudley open letter, Jones and Sharon headed to Congress, and English interests push foreign-ship registry legislation, with Democrats backing the plan and tax subsidies debated. Ways and Means weighs the issue.
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Washmeton
D. C
Sherman
Treasury of
First National
New York City
New York State
City
Boston
Massachusetts
Maine
Vermont
New Hampshire
Connecticut
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
New England
Middle States
Luther
Acklin
Hewitt
First National Bank
New York
Bontwell
N. A. M. Dudley
Fort Stanton
New Mexico
Wallace
Messrs
Jones
Sharon
Washington
Congress
Blaine's Fiasco and the Fraud Committee Plan
Blaine's fraud committee will start investigations tomorrow using a $20,000 Senate appropriation. The panel will subpoena witnesses named in Blaine's letter, including figures from South Carolina and Louisiana, and others like Reuben Davis and the Memphis Avalanche editor. The letter presents broad accusations without specific cases, seen as a weak justification for action.
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Blaine
Edmunds
Treasury
Senate
Suboena
Reuben Davis
Mississippi
J. Cole Davis
Arkansas
Memphis Avalanche
Lotner
Exports and Imports Excess for November 1878 Report
From the monthly statement of the Chief of the Bureau of Acoustics to the Secretary of the Treasury, November 1878 data show excess exports over imports for merchandise, including a total for the twelve months ended November 30, 1878 of 800,409,741 and 1877 figure of 140,728,624. A comparison for coin and bullion shows excess imports of 681,968 for November 30, 1878 and 70,122 for November 30, 1877, with twelve months ended November 30, 1878 at 1,017,674. A full detail summary will be released in two or three days.
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Hanah Ral
Wacarveron
D.C
Bureau of Acoustics
Secretary of the Treasury
Silver Advocates Propose Measures in Congress
December 29 dispatch reports silver advocates plan to push measures after session including a bill to exchange standard silver for trade dollars and recoin trade dollars into standard dollars. Fort’s bill to repeal charters of ore banks discriminating against silver dollars will be pressed, with possible attachment to an appropriation bill.
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Washington
Congress
Theodore B. Allen
New York
Senate Finance Committee
The Andre Monument Sparks Protests and Reflections
A New York Sun report notes Cyrus Field's offer to place a monument for Major Andre has provoked protests. It recalls Captain Nathan Hale’s unknown grave and Congress' failure to honor him, while 1821 British efforts to move Andrei’s remains to Westminster Abbey are mentioned. James Fish of Marine National Bank contributes $100 toward a Hale monument in the city.
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New York
The
Sun Today
Cyrus Field
Andre
Nathan Hale
Congress
Lunfish
America
Westminster Abbey
James Fish
Marine National Bank
Hale
Bogardus
Gilmore
KE. L. Mills
Washington, D. C
E. J. En
Iice
N. Y
Abe Kleinman
Chicago
Socialists Welcome Exiled Germans in Brooklyn
Large crowds in Brooklyn greet Henry Elsman and Florian, two Socialists expelled from Germany. Elsman denounces Bismarck and Emperor William and urges socialist papers to grow the movement. Paul claims Hoedel and Nobeling are Bismarck agents used to frighten the Emperor into backing the Chancellor's policy.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
Henry Elsman
Florian
Germany
Elsman
Bismarck
William
Paul
Hoedel
Nobeling
Phonograph Advances and Shipping News From December Reports
Toronto notes claim of improved phonograph using a mica plate and sharper needle with requires sound. The Globe criticizes Great Western Railway for an accident at Winona Ontario and the decision to drop night watchman for economy. A Toronto ring company negotiates with the British arms for supply for the coming year. New York reports the steamer Canima from Bermuda with heavy NW winds delaying arrival by a day. No survivors or wrecked Souder reported in Bermuda. Canima captain says no news of Emily Souder.
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Toronto
Ont
James Leaslie
Edison
Globe
Great Western Railway
Winona
Butish Atment
Artry
Gibraltar
Cyprus
New York
Bermuda
Souder
Liddicost
Gas explosion injures woman in Cubaco Illinois basement vault
In Cubaco last night Mrs J P Smith of 384 Wabash avenue smelled gas in a basement vault under the sidewalk metering apparatus. Opening the door triggered a fierce blast that threw her several feet and left her severely injured. Sidewalk lights shattered and bystanders, a horse, and nearby windows were damaged as buildings rattled for miles.
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Cubaco
Ill
J. P. Smith
Wabash Avenue
War ren Miller Dies in Sled Accident near Wellsver
War ren Miller, 22, of Wells River Vermont, died in a sled team accident outside Woopsvill. While attempting to control a runaway with a bridled sled, four large logs rolled onto him, crushing his head. He was unmarried and left a groceryman brother in the village.
Vanderbilt Aims at European Freights Through New Departures
New York December 30 Vanderbilt plans a fresh departure with foreign steamers likely prompting trunk lines to link with steamship firms. Erie Railroad upgrades terminals including elevators warehouses and freight cars to handle a vast freight business. The moves could intensify competition for European freight, with Vanderbilt and peers pursuing connections with White Star or comparable lines.
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New York
Vanderbilt
Erie Railroad
White Star
Erie
Talmage Sets Sights on Washington Sermon Series
Brooklen New York December 29 The Tabernacle pulpit hosted Professor Doolittle of New Brunswick today while Rev Talmage travels to Washington to gather material for the National Series of Sermons. He will begin next Sunday morning with high church authorities expected to accompany him in the Capital.
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Brooklen
N. Y
Tabernacle
Doolittle
New Brunswick
Talmage
Washington
Telescope donated for State University observatory
Madison Wis December 29 The State University will receive a fine telescope costing 10400 dollars funded by ex Governor Washburn who has also paid for erection of all necessary observatory buildings.
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Washburn
Forger Delivers Himself Up at Montrar Canada
D P Dedrick of the United States Customs Department New York who presented forged checks for 125000 and obtained a proportion of the money was discovered here Saturday and induced to return to Platts Blake where he turned himself in to authorities.
Protectionist Resolution Divides Bristol Chamber of Commerce
A Bristol Chamber of Commerce meeting debated a protectionist resolution amid sharp votes. The text urged duties on foreign manufactures to protect British exports while allowing free food and raw produce. Reports cover Afghan affairs, labor in England, and unrest in Europe with multiple dispatch summaries.
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London
Bristol Chamber of Commerce
Fire at Bella Flats Hints U S Grant Jr Tenants Absent
Fire on the third floor of Bella Flats at East Twenty sixth street damaged the home of U S Grant Jr and Jesse Grant who were away. A bay resident caused the blaze. Alexander Vibert, 29, died from tubercular mercury inhalation after years in a plate glass shop. Officer Furniss died from wounds at Bellevue Hospital after a shooting at the Metropolitan Hotel. The city awaits Hull’s whereabouts after an $80,000 bond theft. Ice on river caused by flood tide disrupted travel. Part of Passanate’s examination reveals details of the would be assassin of the King of Italy.
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New York
Furniss
William Palmer
Metropolitan
Stewart
Palmer
Bellevue Hospital
J. W. Hull
United States
Field & James
Broad Street
Hull
Fragmented interrogation excerpt on Napoleon III plot
A text captures a detainee answering questions about attempts on Napoleon III, faith, family wealth, and sources of ideas. He asserts his manifestos came from his own reading and corrections by an unnamed helper, pledging not to reveal the helper’s identity, and claims trust in God, the people, and a universal republic.
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Napoleon III
Pedestrian contest closes as OLeary sets daily marks
In Brooklyn readers watched Mme Anderson complete a long walking stunt while Ena OLeary and Campana competed in New York. OLeary reached 400 miles in 12 minutes 6 seconds. Campana labored through 357 miles and 2 laps. Spectators total receipts topped over 26 thousand dollars for the week.
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Brooklyy
Mme. Anderson
Ena
New York
O'Leary
Campana
Echh
y'Leary
Metropolitan Hotel
Y' Leary
Walnut Hill Amateur and Target Matches Capture Rifle Skill
A large crowd attended the Walnut Hill rifle event on a clear winter day. James Wemyss Jr led the Bulls Eye with 44, closely followed by Frye and Parker at 43. William Guerrier claimed top honors in the Ring Target Match with the day’s highest aggregate, while Willian Goerrier and others posted notable scores.
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James Wemyss, Jr
Messrs. Frye
Parker
William E. Guerrier
Willian
Goerrier
W.H. Williams
Rue Ae Oe
James Wemyss,Jr
Jin
N. Frye
J.N. Frye
J. B. Matkof
Caseee
J. B. Parker
N.d. Stephens
J. Stephens
N. J. Stephens
Ain
Keema Nanetenes
League Nines for the Next Season
The seven clubs admitted to the League and the Troy club yet to be admitted are listed with player positions and substitutes for Boston Providence Chicago Cincinnati Buffalo Stars Cleveland. The selection depends on a committee decision for Troy.
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Troy Club
Boston
Bond
Snyder
Morrill
Burdock
Sutton
Houck
Jones
O’ Rourke
Hawes
Foley
Providence
Ward
Brown
Start
McGeary
Hague
George Wright
York
I. F
Hines
O'Rourke
R.t
Higham
Matthews
Chicago
Larkin
Flint
Peters
Dalrymines
Gore
Schaffer
R. F
Harbidge
Mihamsen
Cincinnati
W. White
J. White
McVey
Barnes
Gerhardt
Burke
Dickerson
J. F
Horating
Kelly
Allen
Richmond
Mandell
Purcell
C. F
Corer
R. J
Cleveland
McCormick
The Smith Will Case and a Feathery Romance
A Boston 1864 will contest reveals a tale of deceit and family feuds. Ebenezer Smith left a nearly 500000 estate to Isaac T Smith and Sarah W Thorndike, while Burton heirs claim fraud. Testimony highlights a married daughter Eliza W Smith’s Washington schemes and romantic intrigues with President Buchanan, suggesting powerful motives and hidden pressures behind the contested will. The case, with witnesses including nurse Anna Giles and servant Margaret Patterson, unfolds as a high profile probate battle likely to span weeks.
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Ebenezer Smith
Allston Street
Boston
Mr. Smith
Isaac T. Smith
Sarah W. Thorndike
Eliza Smith
Kiga W. Smith
Burton
Burton Hei
Eliza W. Smith
Isaac T
Sarah W. Thornike
Anna G. Giles
Margaret G. Patterson
Smith
Margaret Patterson
Thomas P. Smith
Theodore Gen
Gen
HE Sunday Globe
Noted Man Gone Ex-Governor Onslow Stearns Dead
Concord, N H December 29 Ex Governor Onslow Stearns died of Brights disease at his residence in Concord after a two week illness He was born in 1811 in Massachusetts and rose to prominence in railroad development He served as New Hampshire State Senate President in 1863 Governor in 1869 and 1870 and was a longtime Republican leader He leaves a wife one son and four daughters and was highly regarded in business and public life across New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
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Concord
N. H
Onslow Stearns
Bright
Aillerica
Mass
John Stearns
Tanac Stearns
Massachusetts
Messrs. Howe & Holebrook
Boston
Georgetown
D. C
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Northern
Germantown
Penn
Andover
Haverhill
Brooklyn
Jamaica
L. I
Philadelphia
Trenton
Delaware
Atlantic
N. J
John O. Stearns
Granite State
United States
New Hampasnre
The Laws Pardoned Case and Boston Letter Thefts
The pardon application for Marshall JH Laws, a ten year sentence for mail theft, faces likely denial after US District Attorney Sanger declined to sign. Laws was caught February 5 1872 concealing letters in a baggy coat while employed at the Boston Post Office. He manipulated mail between Chicago and Portland, hid spoils, and professed poverty while a subgroup funded a new coat. He was accosted, confessed, and transferred property in trust to Burt the then Postmaster. Claims against the trust exceed $21 000 from several firms and individuals. The master Sherburne has not yet reported findings. The trust remains with Burt. Laws’ family pursues enforcement of the trust to recover any balance.
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Buchanan
Marshall JH. P. Laws
Hayes
United States
Sanger
Laws
Boston
Lls
Chicago
Portland
Lews
Mas
General Burt
Burt
Equity
Supreme Court
John H. Sherburne
Sherburne
Obey
A Tragedy in Connecticut A Wealthy Citizen Murdered
A wealthy resident of South Norwalk, Mr. Schulte, was murdered on Eaton Hill near Norwalk around 7 30 last evening. Tramps are suspected after learning he carried large sums, including about 50 000 in the house, and his servant William Svekho was also attacked. The victim’s head was severed and a small knife wound found beneath the left ear. Great excitement prevails.
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Norwalk
Conn
Eaton Hill
William Svekho
End of a Gambler's Career in Breathitt County Murderer Richards
KEARNEY Neb December 29 Stephen Richards, murderer of nine, was jailed here after a dramatic transfer from Grand Island. A crowd of over 200 gathered east of Kearney Junction as Richards, calm and affable, was moved to safety. He claims several murders were planned, promises revelations, and plans to astonish the West.
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Kearney
Neb
Stephen
Richards
Anderson
Martin
Columbus
Grand Island
Kearney Junction
Lew Johnson
Buda Station
Here
Kelly
Tria S& A
Jahnson
Mosby
Omaha
Central City
Silver City
Militia Arrests In Breathitt County Kentucky Riot
Captain E H Taylor leading State Guards reports arrests in Jackson after Jerry Little and Jack Little fired pistols at a rioters incident. Four arrested, with Alfred Gamble and Al Little later jailed. Judge Randall and Sheriff guarded by troops. court to convene next Tuesday. aim to quell lawlessness.
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Lexinton
E. H. Taylor
McCreery
Breathitt County
Jackson
Jerry Little
Jerryittle
al. Little
Jack
Alfred Gamble
Randall
Judge Kan
Stro
Disbarment Case Highlights Shyster Lawyer’s Grief
Cleveland dispatch reports the first successful disbarment case in the city. Judge Caldwell holds attorney Sager used blackmail and extortion to target saloon patrons, collecting 500 to 1000 dollars to stop prosecutions while claiming funds funded pacification. The ruling marks a dramatic professional discipline. The item also notes a separate Bismarck report of Lt Harry Tiffany’s desertion tied to forged pay accounts and a Chicago marriage, plus a Michigan stabbing near Cardillac as a disturbing incident at Stone Ledge Lake.
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Oho
Caldwell
Court of Common Pleas
Sager
Muan
Kennard
Weddell
Eager
Bismarck
D.T
Harry Tiffany
Eleventh Infantry
Fort Custer
Fort Keogh
Tiffany
Joe Johinston
Miss Barrett
Baltimore
Palmer House
Chicago
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