European and British News Roundup of 19th Century Events
A broad European and British brief notes Corks council denying public honor to Grant. Assassin Moncasi executed. French senatorial elections yield a near sixty seat Republican majority. Cornish Bank collapse reported in England with deposits around 3.25 million. Plague hits Astrachan. Pope plans new Ecumenical Council and encyclical urging bishops to oppose socialism. Socialists win Leipzig municipal elections. Royal marriage between King William of Holland and Princess Teresa. Yakoob Khan moves to follow Abnin fight to Runai. Gen Roberts wins a Afghan campaign battle. News agrees the Cornish Bank failure was less dramatic than feared.
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Cork
Ireland
Grant
Moncasi
Spain
France
England
St Tturo
Astrachan
Ecumenical Council
Londonderry
Leipsic
Germany
Europe
William of Holland
Princces Teresa
Prince Victor
Waldock-Pyrmont
India
London
Yakoob Khan
Khere
Fires and shocks pour from East Philadelphia to Nebraska calamities
East Philadelphia reports 789 fires this year with property loss near $1.53 million. A Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision threatens vast sums in real estate, while crime, fires, uprisings, and accidents sweep the Midwest. From Camden hangings to Chicago robberies, river towns and western cattle raids reflect a nation racked by disaster, violence, and financial strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Philadephia
Morton McMichael
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Dren Die in Cold Westward Journey and Rail Crash Near St Louis
A group of travelers en route west from Sherman Texas perished in the cold. An Iron Mountain railroad wreck near St Louis caused the baggage master and express messenger to die and left several passengers wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
Texas
Iron Mountain
St Louis
Political shifts and nominations across states
Union of Republican factions in Louisiana forms a united front. Pennsylvania Republicans meet in caucus to nominate Donald Cameron for the U S Senate seat. Colorado elects Nathold P as U S Senator, replacing Chaffee. Potter Committee to investigate cipher dispatches. Republicans abstain, opposing expanded powers. Washington telegram notes Nationals plan leverage in next Congress. Greenback Congressmen elects to meet Feb 22. discuss Eight Hour Law and Speakership. plan own caucus with potential Democratic favors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisians
Pennsylvania
Donald Cameron
United States Senate
Colorado
Nathsold P
Chaffee
Pottery Committee
Potter Committee
Washington
Chicago Tribune
Possiba
The
Nations
Fub
Washington Notes and Dull Care in Washington News
Government Directors of the Union Pacific urge strict railroad standards after noting liberal government aid and strong results. Subscriptions surpassed 11 million in one day while a Supreme Court justice reportedly suffered paralysis. President Hayes faces questions over woman suffrage and a stalled Army bill. Two Congressmen died in Washington from pneumonia amid harsh winter conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific Railroad
Secretary of the Interior
Union Pacific
Washington
Justice Hunt
United States Supreme Court
Joan C. Bridge Apprainer
Morehiandise
Baltimore
Nelson Sherman
Cleveland
Ohio
National Woman's Suffrage Association
Cady Blanton
Hayes
bin Tennage
Amny
Bracch
Con Arena
Congress
Julian Mactdge
Georgia
Honinn
Javan Selde
Vanderbilt feud persists as petitions filed in New York
The Vanderbilt dispute again surfaces in New York papers with a petition from Cornelius Vanderbilt seeking William J. Vanderbilt’s restoration after alleged mismanagement and speculation draining the estate. The filing claims millions already spent and jeopardized property. Michael Farrell was hanged in Quebec for the January murder of Francis Cotway in August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanderbilt
New York
Corneling ‘ Vanderbilt
Willian JL
Michael Farrell
Queboc
Canada
Francis Cotway
Angnat
The Blaine Investigation and Voter Intimidation Claims
Testimony before the Teller Committee details alleged bulldozing and intimidation in Natchez parish and surrounding areas during an election. Witnesses, including Republicans and colored individuals, describe attacks, forced political club participation, and votes influenced by threats. Some white respondents deny or minimize violent acts, while others corroborate widespread fear and irregular ballots. The proceedings reference 1700 white and 4000 colored voters and discuss provisional counts and party loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
Orlans
Breda
Natchitoches Parish
Diacka
Honator
Cameron
Siate
Laud
Eadern
Saveral
Meram
J.D McGill
Lucien Bland
Aml
Tensas
Ugld
Argreen
Thryaleu
E Witneses
Ticat
Teller Conmittes
New Orleans
Partien
Witness
Fairfax
Negrode Degen
Witcher
Daniel Kennedy
Viola Wallace
Hebecca Hosa
Branch
EF. C. Stoth
The
Pason
Democratic Club
Teller Committee
Election Intimidation Report Across Caddo Parish and Waterproof
Testimony from Sthinst W D Hollins and J B Losey details claim of Democratic intimidation to sway votes. Witnesses describe violence threats, dispersal of Black voters, and polling placed to deter African Americans. Other witnesses corroborate pre election threats and post voting riots with several Black fatalities.
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Sthinst
W D. Hollins
Tennas Parish
Megroca
J.B Losey
Waterproof
Frank Watson
Colorca
Culedgnis
Caddo Parish
Withoasca
Caddo
Ben, Williams
William Harper
Leonard
Witneas
J. Templeman
G. A. Simpleman
J.shepherd
Caddy
Senate Debates on Commerce and Public Works Proceedings
Forty fifth Congress proceedings show Senators debating trade regulation and executive duties, with references to the Treasury, postwar finance, and the expeditious handling of public works. The session includes remarks on debt, expediency, and committee assignments, plus reports on Navy bureau staffing and pension petitions. There are mentions of key figures such as Verhoeff, Ackland, and Hartientes in the legislative narrative.
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Torspay
Senate
Hilla
Coltrane
United States
Faloynida
Coltigrese
Executive Department
The
Clever
Calthusly
Techaparteally
Lenpethiting
Carlet
Dorie
Memory Led Defense in Sydney Prisoner Alibi
A Sydney prisoner claimed an alibi for a robbery by recounting a two and a half hour recital of The Old Baron by Lance. Attorneys General found it incredible but the defense pressed to continue as the witness recited pages detailing King Henry and Duke Humphrey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Australia
Lance
Lane
Henry
Humphrey
Holy Land
Acquittal After Compromise Ends Trial
After a compromise, Lane presented a middle chapter and conclusion of the story, leading to the accused being found not guilty. The outcome concludes the case with a cleared defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lane
Illinois Senate Convenes as 31st General Assembly Opens
At noon the Illinois Legislature began the Thirty-first General Assembly. Governor Shuman called the Senate to order and officers were elected including Hamilton as President pro tem and Paddock as Secretary. House of Representatives organized with McHinlay as temporary Speaker and officers filled, credentials examined, and committees formed. Proposals included river navigation aids, new government building funding, silver coinage, liquor regulation, and highway and park authority measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jen
McLean
Jauted H. Paddock
Gedric Terwilliger
J W Gates
J L. Wheat
Thomas Pennywell
A. A. Benjamin
C. HM. Gresnteaf
Mark E. Stevens
W If Brown
Portmistruss
Kate C. Hayen
Lizzie Harrin
Pacers
Wn. Irwin
Wo. Sullivan
HL. Wilson
Houke
Harlow
House
Nource
Rkponest
Hall
Granger
Lopuniceas
McHinlay
Meears Lattimer
Tice
Nichelle
Herrington
Wall
Awear
Maciberd
Ogeen Steamera
Florida
Kner
Commissioners of Highways and County Boards
Gterdih
State Board of Bqualization
Cetatchely Ay Board of
Fieh Comminsionens
Senate
Whiting
Cotanstites Morar
Coumantec
Wienema
Williane
Jhimen
North
Nevada
Jon
Guverur
Lauisiana
Merange
D. J. Dale
H. O. Cawthorne
Howe
Capitol
Hinmesna
Michigan
Hopkins
John
Htel
Mieton
Bente
Sanenal
Dermorrate
Legislatuire
Alonga Guretom
Osther
Minteata
C AL Calan
St Crowd
C. W Julton
Mooheapelit
Republians
Mlinbury
Senevelly
Dan
Koandelieter
Rally
Cocina
Renate Din
Chay
Atala
Tun
Sheerro
Treasury
Paka
de Tata Vale
Uae
Poe
Meera
Sean
Peead
Marthewenn Speiker
Bern
Illicit distilleries seized. year in review highlights
The report tallies illicit distilleries seized and persons involved, noting international revenue officials and fines. It cites year comparison data across states, with most incidents in the South and several states listed with counts, including North and South Carolina, Georgia, Arkansas, California, New York, Ohio, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiternal Revenue
Etl
United States
Pat Sear
Witd
Phaver
South Carolina
North Carolina
Priest van
Massoud
Geeorgia
Te Taien Wee
Arkansas
California
New York
Kentucky
Virgina
Montena
Delaware
Ohio
Mississippi
Maury Vand
Euch Ft
Massachusetts
Florida
New Hampshire
Fielscy
Nevada
Temperature of Sleeping Rooms and Winter Air Rules
The article advises keeping fires burning in cold months to avoid cold windows and recommends leaving the chamber door open to prevent drafts up the chimney. It notes a preference for sleeping in pure air with temperatures below forty when possible and warns that cold air can harm health even if not lethal.
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Fort Robinson
Nebraska
Hiah
Wolkern
Indian Territory
Canvessing
Sagaen
Third Cavalry
Main Street
Cincinnati
Toledo
Severe Cold Shocks Bloomington Farmers Report Frost Losses
Bloomington farmers describe extreme cold with rabbits frozen to death along fences and hedges and ears for most game rabbits missing or damaged by frost. Hogfly infestations and livestock smothering rise as hogs huddle for warmth across McLean and adjacent counties.
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Hueis
Bloomington
Call Parta
McLean
Avoin
Not Honest Salesmen Try Washing Paper Collars
An angry customer challenged a pions merchant about an employee who allegedly misrepresented merchandise. The salesman admitted saying the paper collars would wash, but denied describing their appearance after washing. The merchant dismissed the offended staffer and rehired him at higher wages.
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Pions
Quinn
State Legislatures and Debts Across Several States
A long survey of state legislative actions from North Carolina to Connecticut notes new speakers, party control shifts, and fiscal details. It cites Nevada and Louisiana debts, Michigan finances, Minnesota speaker elections, and Connecticut joint sessions, with comments on governor inaugurations and deficits.
Cleveland Voice Editor Analyzes Common Morning Encounters
The editor reflects on a routine urban sight, describing a crow-like man walking downtown with dusted white pant legs. The text sketches a vignette of social perception and daily street life. The piece emphasizes observation over judgment and situates the moment in a city morning rush.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Cleveland Voice
Fragmentary Character Snippet Sparks Debate
A quirky line depicts a man tangled in a humorous image with straw, a small feather, and a cheeky remark about a collar button. The fragment hints at a scene of light disguise and mischief.
Ghastly Crime Catalogue Teems With Brutal Motives
A Cincinnati Commercial statistician catalogs 1878 murders in brutal, lowlife settings. Incidents include husbands killing wives over irks, jealousies, or petty slights, with numerous poisonings and suicides tied to quarrels, drunkenness, and insult. The list portrays crime as a grim, sensational spectacle.
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Cincinnati
Aexander Siley
Forest Depot
Virginia
Alexander
Jennie Miller
Burkeville
Joseph Kutousky
Misu
Bimmons
St Louis Fair
Siat
Boston
Andrew J' Anderson
Betty Rivaldo
Ian
Lewis Tymide
Nathan Gaye
Culpepper
Wilson Houchins
Elakdwen
Amlimetherdn-Law
USA
Sam Ivelved
Erttria
Crime of the Adelphi explosion drives frantic search
A Danbury resident learns of the Adelphi disaster and races to Norwalk to find his wife. He recalls every cold act and petty selfishness he showed her as he hunted for news, finally reuniting with her alive though frightened after a narrow escape. Her satchel was lost with the boat.
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Danbury
New York
Norwach
Iain
Seayuadte
Norwalk
Danhiery News Gu
Market price quotes for common metals and ingots
The followup market prices list standard quotes for various metals and ingots. Copper, tin, zinc, lead, and tin ingots are cited with per pound and per piece rates. Prices reflect standard gauges and weights from Lake Superior and American markets.
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Ciel
Souk Edn
Standand
Dallag Orige
Ltt
Salyer
Lake Hoperick
Snow Drifts on Great Western Line Reported by Kincardine Gentleman
A Kincardine observer in Hamilton reports unprecedented snow drifts on the Southern extension of the Great Western railway. The snow piles reach heights that permitir the telegraph line from summits and exceed several feet along miles of track, creating extraordinary winter conditions.
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Kincardine
Great Western Railway
Hamilton
Canara
Distress in Sheffield as iron workers face ruin and hunger
Sheffield cor respondent details severe trade decline harming puddlers and iron workers in Hallamshire. Families fall on hard times with half time work, pawnbroker losses, and rising destitution in Brightside and Carlisle Street areas. A widow in rags, five hungry children, and a dying baby illustrate harsh conditions amid a citywide hardship and relief efforts.
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Shefield
Sheffield Cor
London Daily News
Bessemer Steel
Hallamshire
Bceu
Sheffield
Hillaborough
France
Aigny
Brightside
Carlisle Street
Hfsband
Fornsett Street
Staffordshire
Impetuosity Rebuked at Doorstep Tract Ends in Hostile Ride
A young man was gently expelled from the doorway of a girl’s home after a curt remark offended her parent. He attempted to finish his sentence with courteous, but was lifted onto a horse car track. He rose promptly and explained the incomplete word. He returned to the house, treated hospitably again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alphonse
Simon Newcomb
Naval Observatory
Washington
Han
Anid
True Greatness Rewarded Impetuosity Rebuked
A fragment notes a man who had his pants mended and salved then sent home to his mother by hack. The remark underscores rebuking rashness and praising restrained action, reflecting period tone in a satirical aside from the Boston Traveller.
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Hack
Boston
How to Manage Coal Fire for Warmth and Efficiency
Practical tips from the American Agriculturist on starting and maintaining coal fires. Focuses on partial fresh coal placement, concentrated draught, use of kindling, and managing heat in stoves, furnaces, and large boilers to prevent extinguishing and save fuel. Includes methods for mild weather and emergency heat and notes on coal size and grate usage.
Phrenology, Murder, and Odd Wedding Tales Read in Boston
A vivid collage of sensational snippets: a tired man in Laat endures a forced photograph session while fearing a gun, a Boston tragedy unfolds over a claim of intellectual superiority after phrenology, a boarding-house mix up over a wig and hair colors, and Prof Simon Newcomb’s silent wedding greeting joke.
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Barucaville
Chicago
Honore
Dearborn Arrest
Appleton, Noyes & Mantle
St Loum
Baa
Mitchelsod Ketcham
Kearnuy
Neb
Notoni Rinor Leen
Routh
Glangow Junction
Rankin House
Columbus
Atlanta
Setipalion
Washington Notes
Blaine
Waddell
Perth
EL Peelne
Qrnwer Atisan
Walhed
Beck
United Mister
Aft
Mimda
Wadtleigh Syeks
Weston
Sobek Tyan
Stes Peeeddett Wheeler
Martintve
Mapa
Atesm
Uw Navy Department
Allienn
Kirkwood
Mary E Walker
Mary College Uist
Wyte
Arkatisine
Tirana
Kenta
Dentppe
Peter Danne
Areifogoa
Tana
Hint
Douglas
Elower
Lamar
Annger
Sam
Weasley
Ola
Ralroad
Norrixtown Herald
Britain
Laat
Vonxing
Weill
Wilson
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