Brimfield News Summary of Diverse Late 19th Century Events
Murat Halstead died in Cincinnati while Senator Platt testified in New York perjury case. Joshua Rhodes, Pittsburg banker, died at his father in law's home in Grosse Pointe. James Gillies injured by electric shock in New York hospitalizes. Fort Sill soldier Cohen drowns attempting rescue. Trade conditions report Chicago and New York worst in downturn. Gas mine explosion in Russia kills many. troops called to restore order. Indictments in American Mexico Mining case. oil and tank losses in Texas Company fire. Norfolk Railway under receivership. Equitable Safe Assurance plans tall building in New York. Venezuelan court fines Bermudez Asphaltom pany. Dynamite damages viaduct near Buffalo. Various legal and financial notices, shipping, and industry data throughout. Potato tomato experiment in Worcester Mass. Annie Orchie dies in house fire via lamp accident.
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Murat Halstead
Cincinna
Senator Platt
New York
Mae CC
James Gillies
Public Service Power House
Jacob Cohen
Fort Sil
Oklo
Medfemme Creek
Cohen
Fort Sill
S. J. Landers
National Garment Workers of
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Chicago
Denver preps lavish welcome for Democratic visitors
Denver crowds flood the city a week before the Democratic National Convention as delegates plan their delegations and journals. Merchants and the board of trade arrange municipal entertainments and ensure ample accommodations for guests, aiming to keep attention until a nominee is chosen.
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Denver
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Innovations At Centree Auditorium For Delegates
The article describes preparations for a Democratic convention auditorium in Denver. Details include bringing in spring water for delegates, a brigade of boys in white delivering water, noise reduction measures, hemp carpeting, elevated platform seating for the band, and opera style seats. Notable figures mentioned include John I. Martin and other early birds like Tom Taggart, Roger C. Sullivan, Urey Woodson.
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Tarade Peigtk
Tom Taggart
Roger C. Sullivan
Urey Woodson
Birds
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Colorado
Denver
Bryan
John Martin
Louis
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Chicago
National Democratic Convention Prep At Large Auditorium
The Auditorium prepared for the National Democratic Convention features 15 000 seating with 11 800 permanent seats plus extras, a 550000 pound cost, and a center stage design allowing half the building to function as a theater. Telegraphed wiring and news wires are installed in the basement.
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United States
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Denver Democratic Convention Preparations and Climate Notes
Denver hosts an anticipated convention with steps to organize seating and officers led by Theodore A Bell as temporary chair. The article notes climate effects on visitors and details on venue preparations, ticketing, and security staff including John L Martin and Urey Woodson.
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Theodore A Bell
California
Commodity price snapshot from midwest and major markets
Regional price report lists cattle hogs sheep and grain values across Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee Buffalo New York Toledo and Chicago markets. Prices cover wheat corn oats rye and related commodities with ranges for best shipped or standard grades.
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Indianapolis
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Detroit
New York
Western
Toledo
Weekly review of Chicago frada from Dun & Co
The Dun & Co weekly review notes Bank loans and deposits show modest shrinkage before the July interest and dividend distribution. A easing money supply and favorable tone support enterprise while banks bid for desirable discounts. Grain and livestock movements remain strong with wheat prospects bright and livestock prices holding high despite ample arrivals.
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Weekly Review of
Chicago
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R. G. Dun & Co
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Trade trends mark cautious optimism amid midsummer trade
The week notes cooler weather and partial retail gains boosting sales while jobbing houses report moderate orders and clearance activity. Leather, worsted wools, agricultural implements and some steel products show activity though overall industry remains below normal due to summer shutdowns. U.S. and Canada business failures for the week ending June 24 show 258 and 31 respectively, with prior weeks and years given for comparison.
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Yargast
United States
Canada
Bradstreet
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