Democratic Convention endorses Robinson rival in split NY race
New York Democrats name state committee and adopt platform rejecting Republican aims. Lucius Robinson is backed by regulars, while Tammany rallies behind John Kelly for governor after a contentious convention split with reformers and calls for party unity.
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Archie Hand
Albany
Lucius Robinson
Hand
Robinson
Tammany Phalanx
Democratic Party
Revinson
Pledge West
Lammany
Robinsonians
Moodis
Brooklyn
Hund
Baldy” Smith
New York
Cowen
Saratoga
John C. Jacobs
Jacobs
Robinson People
Grady
Tammany Hai
Dorsneimer
Democracy of
Twenty
Slocum
Clarkson N. Potter
Horatio Seymour
Allen C. Beach
Seesee
Augustus Schoonmaker
Democrats of
Tammany Hell
Schell
Hardy
Sith
Orsheimer
Spinola
Samuel J. Courtney
Democrata
New York City
Lucius Robingon
Cueers
Welling Opera House
Ravkin
Essex
David Dudley Field
Field
Jobots
Haskins
Oe Church
Henry W. Slocum
Sphinx
Beck
Rufus W. Peckham
Polace
Sauguter
Kelly
Chears
C. B. Freeman
Montgomery County
Immigrant Group Arrives and Pays Cash for Texas Farms
Ninety four Dur ham immigrants arrive aboard the Helvetia then transfer to the State of Texas at Pier 20 East River to sail to Harricon Texas. They hold large sums of money, with one man bringing £1500 and another £6000 in cash, preferring to avoid landing in New York. They travel with through tickets and plan rail trips to final destinations, while additional groups follow from Liverpool and Stockton.
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New York Graphic
Durham
England
Helvetia
State of Texas
Pier 20
East River
Harricon
Tex
New York
Texas
Ocean
Liverpool
Stockton
Lim
Water damages verdict in Sudbury river diversion case
The commissioners valued the Sudbury river diversion damages at Abial Lewis 33250 George B. Brown 3250 and E Gordon 1700. The Boston Water Board appealed and the superior court at Lowell heard the case with a verdict for Lewis 8900 Brown 1400 and Goran 260.
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Sudbury River
Abial
Lewis
George B. Brown
Gordon
Boston Water Board
Lowell
Brown
Goran
No, I Won't Give It Away Race Talk With Frenchy Johnson
A Globe reporter chats with Frenhy Johnson who arrived from Ensenore about the Hanlan Courtney race and the Morris Smith clash. Frenchy stresses Courtney will win if he can, denies fixed trades, and dodges giving specifics on bribes or pool details. He predicts Hanlan will face a tougher contest, praises Courtney, and avoids exposing any confidential plans. He also mentions Jim Riley, Mike Davis, and Harry Meeker in remarks about other crews, while noting his own confidence in beating all rivals.
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Globe
Frenhhy Johnson
Ensenore
Frenchy
Hanlan
Courtney
Charlie
Seuilers
Hanan
Hanian
Lachine
Freneh
Hania
Mako
Sewlers
Riley
Barrie
Jim
Jonn Kennedy
Jobn Kennedy
Mike Davis
Harry Meeker
Jim Riley
New England
Delano
Gookin
Hooper
Shea
Hannap
England
America
Morris-Smith
Bedford Basin
Morris
Smith
Plympton
Pittsburg
Bob Morris
George Clark
Pitwburg
Plymp-ton
Morrie
George Hosmer
Toronto
Will Hanlan
Hosmer
Connecticut River
Moonshiners Clash with Revenue Officers in Kentucky
Washington September 9 The internal revenue commissioner reports a melee in Barren county Kentucky on the 2nd. Deputy Collector J A Ray and Assistant John Brannum, entering a still site peaceably, are ambushed. Ray shoots two men and Brannum is killed. the attackers flee as Ray is wounded.
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Washington, D. C
Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Barren County
J. A. Ray
John Brannum
Glasgow
Brannum
Ray
Bronyan
Rannum
Kay
Desperate duel in the rain ends with James Ashford dead
In a close hand to hand clash about ten paces apart, Ray faced off with Brannum while Brannum’s pistol misfired due to rain. Ray fired four shots and brought down three men, sustaining only a boot leg bullet hole and a scabbard hit. James Ashford was killed.
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Ray
Brannum
James Ashford
Old feud flares as Holrooks and Underwoods gear up for fight
Reports from Carter County Kentucky recount renewed hostilities between Holbrook and Underwood factions. Squire Holbrook and his son Miller were ambushed. Squire Holbrook died, Miller survived. In retaliation Billy Underwood was later killed by Holbrook followers. Both sides rally armed units, vowing to drive the other from the country. Two Holbrook brothers returned to marshal forces. Alf Underwood also returned to lead his faction. Further clashes expected.
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Holbrook
Squire Holbrook
Alf Underwood
Black Hills
Co operation meeting features English reformer Holyoake speech
The second annual meeting of the Homestead Co operative Saving Fund and Loan Association was held at Stacy Hall. George Jacob Holyoake of London spoke on co operative origins and English practice, noting Rochdale’s early struggles and the movement’s impact on social and political life. Officers were elected, with a dividend report showing 8 percent for the year and 267 members holding 1258 shares.
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The
Homestead Association
G. J. Holyoake
London
Homestead Co-operative Saving Fund and Loan Association
Stacy Hall
Washington Street
A. J. Mercer
Josiah Quincy
George Jacob Holyoake
England
Holyoake
Quincy
Society
Savings Bank
Joseph Ropes
Charles H. Sweeney
D. Eldredge
Thomas Swadkins, Jr
Petanell
George L Vierve
John H. Putnam
B. Flecher
Dan G. Drew
Abel’ Heid
B.C. Habberley
William F. Brenenstuth
L Harbert Odell
W. C. Raymond
Joel F. Brown
J. Sedgwick
John S. Verity
Thomas Marshall
Joseph M. Ford
Ian H. Woodbury
Charles A. Keyes
Arthur T. Jader
Electric Mystery in Vermont Telegraph Line Rivalry
In Vergennes Vermont talk swirls around a new telegraph line said to run from Montreal to New York City. Supposedly 10,000 workers are building it with cedar posts, amid secrecy about the company and leadership. The American Union line may oppose Western Union backed by Vanderbilt, with October completion and lower rates rumored.
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Vergennes
Vermont
Montreal
Day Gould
New York
New York City
Wyatecy
American Union Telegraph Line
Western Union Telegraph
William Vanderbilt
Western Union
J. 5. Hitchcock
American Union
Stevens House
Main Street
Prosected pork packers suit targets Figge Brothers
Mrs Eliza Greifelt widow of Max Greifelt who died of trichinosis sues Charles and Frederick Figge pork packers in city court for 30000 totals 25000 for health injury and 5000 as administratrix. Her mother’s death and others made ill are noted as context for further suits forthcoming against Figge Brothers.
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New Yorks
Eliza Greifelt
Max Greifelt
Charles
Frederick Figge
Greitelt
Figge Brothers
Coal presidents plan no production cut as talks stall
New York September 10 reports that no steps have been taken by coal presidents to restrict output. Judge Lothrop does not expect a conference this week because President Gowan cannot leave Philadelphia. Leading company officers say combining is not planned and only a temporary working agreement may be considered.
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New York
Lothrop
Gowan
Philadelphia
Say & Combination
Water Spout Off Sing Sing Draws Attention
A water spout formed yesterday on the Hudson near Sing Sing opposite the prison. The column rose with a rotating motion toward the Rockland shore, extended to a cloud, rested atop the water, and then dissipated into the cloud after a few seconds.
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New York
Hudson
Sing Sing
Rockland
Russian Mennonites Bound for Nebraska on Weser
Among steerage passengers on the Weser, now in, are ten Russian Mennonite families bound for Nebraska, marking a notable migration movement from New York on September 10.
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Nebraska
New York
Weser
Rag Baby Roused At Faneuil Hall In Labor Rally
A large audience at Faneuil Hall heard Nathaniel E. Chase and speakers including Jesse Harper, Zach Chandler, and Uncle Solon Chase condemn hard money and rail monopolies, defend greenbacks, and pledge to mobilize workingmen. The event, framed as a cradle of liberty rally, featured fiery calls to vote against vote buying and to support labor rights.
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Faneuil Hall
Labor
Greenbacks
Nathaniel E. Chase
Jesse Harper
Ilinoi
Harper
Maine
Congress
Republician Party
Solon Chase
Cradle of Liberty
Republican Party
Spotted Fever Alarm Spreads Across Georgia and Jersey City
In Atlanta on September 11th, over fifty men have died in Polk Paulding and Harelson counties from a disease suspected as spotted typhus fever, with fifty nine cases under treatment and widespread alarm. A Jersey City case reports Mrs Griffin contracting the illness after her son died two weeks earlier.
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Georgia
Jersey City
Atlanta
Polk, Paulding
Harelason
N. J
Board of Health
Griffin
Dominion Doings and Crop Reports Across Canada
Toronto dispatch reports Grand Trunk pressure on Great Western, outlining two paths for shareholders. Montreal notes Grand Trunk crop report describing record yields in hay and root crops, while Ontario spring wheat falters. Also coverage of a cave discovery near Toronto, Cushing & Clark failure in Salisbury, and Macdonald’s Ireland visit plans.
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Grand Trunk
Great Western
Canada
Montreal
Ontario
Quebec
Cushing & Clark
Salisbury
N. B
Europe
Thetr Nngliat
John Macdonald
Earl Dutterin
Lord Moock
Ireland
Yazoo County Sheriff Candidate Killings and Fallout
In Yazoo County a violent political clash centered on Henry M. Dixon and James Barksdale. Dixon, backed by black voters, used smear tactics to weaken Barksdale who faced accusations and a fatal shooting in the street. Dixon’s past killings and trouble with local elites fueled a tense campaign as independents gain momentum.
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New York Sun
New York
Yazoo
Henry M. Dixon
Yazoo County
James H. Barksdale
Chancery
Henry Dixon
Virginia
Dixon
Mitchell
Barksdale
Darkedile
Henry
Barkeaale
Samuel Harrison
Harrison
Pixon
Flanigan
Sherif
Parisott
Yaxco
Vickaburg
Triket
Mysterious death of a Trojan aboard the Belle
Nelson Prudhomme, 25, of Troy, was found dead on the Belle’s upper deck at West Fourteenth. A navy revolver with one round fired was in his grasp. Captain John Oliver woke to a noise and fired at supposed river thieves. One shot may have hit Prudhomme. possibilities include robbery, own action, or river thieves.
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New York
Nelson Prudhomme
Troy
West Fourteenth Street
John Oliver
Prudhomme
Hhis
Maine Election Returns and Silent Ballot Forecast
Official returns from 805 towns show Davis 55 907, Smith 40 277, Garcelon 16 987 with 238 scattering. remaining 185 towns needed, but Davis unlikely to win. House and Senate expected Republican majorities on front ballot. Also reports of a death in East Haven and Treasury denial of bank silver dollar policy claims.
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Augusta
Secretary of State
Davis
Smith
Garcelon
Scattering
House
Senate
District Commissioner Removed and Replacement Named
The president will replace Captain Phelps as district commissioner with Mr. French former senate sergeant at arms. The move stirs widespread dissatisfaction among property holders who seek a local representative resident of the district.
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Washington
Captain Phelps
French
Senate
Kearney's Threat Rattles San Francisco Arrival
San Francisco reports a volatile reception as rumors spread that Captain general Kearney may hang or burn General Grant in effigy upon arrival. Police prepare for possible clashes as crowds rally around the controversial figure amid heightened security.
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Kearney
San Francisco
Bucholz Schulte Murder Trial Sees Unfavorable Testimony
New Haven September 10 The Bucholz murder trial in Bridgeport resumes with testimony focusing on night of the crime Schulte's habits and object identifications. Witnesses describe the accused appearing distressed near Waring's house and a bloody footprint found in the sink room. A $20 bill linked to rent payments and a silver watch found by a neighbor are presented as key pieces of testimony.
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New Haven
Conn
Bucholz
Schulte
Norwalk
Bridgeport
Sebulte
Buchols
Annie Waring
Samuel Waring
Buchalz
Schuste
Dudley P. Ely
Paul Ehercher
Ruchols
Delasov Allen
Buchels
Waring
Kawin Hoyt
High-Toned Double Wedding in Chicago and Brussels Ties
A large fashionable gathering witnessed the marriage of Miss Clara Sebneider to Mr. Robert Berger of Jhnisery and Miss Alaris Sebneider to Mr. George Dieu of Brussels Belgium. The double ceremony, conducted by Rev. Robert Collyer and F A Hartman, drew notable attendees including Mr. Henrotin Belgian consul and the brides' father George Schneider, president of the National Bank of.
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Chicago
Orreaco
Clara Sebneider
Robert Berger
Jhnisery
Alaris Sebneider
George Dieu
Brussels
Belgium
Robert Collyer
F. A. Hartman
Henrotin
George Schneider
National Bank of
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Samuel O. Glesson
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Charles K. Gaunts
Leslie B. Maulkner
FE. K. Apgar
William Purcell
Rkobert A. Maxwell
Democratic Party of
Jefferson
Republic
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Fea
New York State
Uct
Jotn Kelley
Syracuse
N. Y
Tammany
Bali
Dorsheimer
Dorsbeimer
Joan
Mr. Kelly
Orlando B. Potter
City of
Committees of
Cooper
Keily
Frenchy Johnson
Morris and
Conshiners” and Revenue Officers
Con
Carter County
Kentucky
Holbrooks
Underwoods
Rochdale Co-operative Society
Rochdale
Coal Companies
Earnest Creenback
Zach Chandler
Gil
Chandler
Qouander
Blaine
National House
Jr. Sharper
Cause of Labor
Richard Trevellick
Michigan
General Butler
Wendell Phillips
Beacon Street
Bush
Daniel McKay
Abraham
Benjamin F. Butler
William D. Kelsey
Pennsylvania
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Indiana
Jones
Nevada
Greenback Party
Republican
Greenback
Butler
Greenbackers
Massachusetts
Mr. Chase
Music Hall
Jfon
E. Moody Boynton
Tuk Globe
Rendall
Ohio
J. W. Taylor
Rochester
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South
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Ont
Henry Tyler
Grand Trunk Railway
Great Western Board
Amercan
Winchester Street Bridge
Jaffrey
Cneir
Udon
Lixon
Mississippi
J. T. Barksdale
Barksdale & Smith
Snerit
Yazoo Con
Flo
James Barksdale
Jimmy
Ena
William M. Lancroft
East Haven
James Connors
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
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