Gen. Harrison Dies at Home in Indianapolis
General Benjamin Harrison dies at 2 30 PM at his Indianapolis home after a pneumonia battle that began March 1. Doctors and family keep vigil as the ex-president and wife Mrs. Harrison receive condolences from national figures and Indiana leaders.
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Dr. Jameson
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Rudyard Kipling
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Indiana
Richard Thompson
Thomas A. Hendricks
Daniel W. W. Thomas English
Oliver P. Morton
Timeline of Indiana political and legal figure life
Born 1833 North Bend Ohio began law practice 1832. Married Cartie Scott elected Supreme Court reporter of Indiana 1300. Commissioned colonel of volunteers 1862 and breveted brigadier general. Nominated for Indiana governor 1875. President candidate 1880. Elected U S Senator 1891. Became president 1885. First wife died 1892 defeated for re election 1896 married Mrs Mary Dimmick 1900 international arbitration board member died 1901 aged 67.
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Cartie, Scott
Supreme Court
Indiana
United States
Mary Dimmick
International Arbitration Board
Nation Mourns Former President Narron With Proclamation
President McKinley issues a proclamation announcing thirty days of national mourning for former chief magistrate Benjamin Hearrizon. Flags to fly at half mast on public buildings, military posts, ships, and at all government sites worldwide during the period.
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Bryan Praises Ex President Fiackson After Death
William Jennings Bryan lauds the late General Fiackson as a respected, conscientious statesman. He notes that opponents may have differed on policies but not motives, and calls Fiackson’s conduct in retirement a lasting strength to the nation. The death marks a distinct loss for the country.
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W. J. Bryan
Gen. Fiackson
Cleveland's Tribute to Benjamin Harrison Ex President
The former President extols Harrison's patriotism and duty in high office, noting willingness to sacrifice popularity. In private life his influence and example promoted decency and good citizenship, meant to leave a lasting impression on national life.
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Cleveland
Benjamin Harrison
Notable Harrison sayings collection of his utterances
A compilation of Gen. Harrison quotes reflecting his views on patriotism, foreign policy, education, and state governance. The remarks touch on war, morality, Anglo Saxon concepts, and the roles of soldiers, politicians, and citizens.
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Wealth Estimates of Gen Harrison and Ex President Roe
The article cites varying estimates of General Harrison's wealth from 250000 to 500000 dollars. It notes former President Roe’s fortune at about 125000 from law practice, later doubled, with gains from Indianapolis real estate and about 100000 in personal property. A dramatic note mentions a map bit by a mad March hare causing blood poisoning.
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Roe
Indianapolis
Sketch of Benjamin Harrison Career as Lawyer and Statesman
Benjamin Harrison rose from a prominent Virginia family to study law in Cincinnati and Oxford. He served as colonel of the Seventieth Indiana Volunteers, earned acclaim for battlefield leadership, and entered politics as Indiana reporter and later U S Senator. He rose to the presidency in 1888, helped settle the Behring Sea dispute, backed the Pan American Congress, and pursued naval expansion before returning to law. He was married twice, to Caroline Scott and Mary Dimmick, with children including Russell B. and Elizabeth.
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Elizabeth
Minor Notes From Around the World
Wheat yields in Australia reach 14 million bushels as farmers reel from war. No Black legislators in North Carolina for the first time since the war. New York City social service group backs public model tenements in city. Salvation Army last year in England raised £71 000 for meals. An electromobile in Boston helps pull a horse from a street hole. Florida citrus shipments surge with 1 250 000 boxes forecast. A Barton Church window honors Chief Justice Marshall. King Edward's empire spans vast continents with many features.
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Funeral of Gen Harrison at Crown Hill in Indianapolis
Benjamin Harrison was interred in Crown Hill cemetery Indianapolis after a large public funeral. The service at the First Presbyterian Church included tributes from President McKinley and other dignitaries and featured prayers and a choral hymn before the burial in a granite tomb guarded by police and crowds.
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Illinois
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Niccols
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Four pairs of twins in Covington mother of twelve years
Mrs. Daniel Muldoon of Covington Kentucky is mother to four sets of twins born in twelve years. Ex Governor Lee of South Dakota notified state authorities he returned the office chair recently given by the Legislature. He opposes giving state property away and warns gifts of large value risk abuse and corruption.
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Lee
South Dakota
Dindée
Powers Warn Russia Over Manchurian Convention
Washington diplomats say the Manchurian convention risks provoking disfavor from Britain Germany and Japan. They warn that signings could trigger protests and potential aggressive measures while officials seek to prevent a broader China crisis. Antipathy between British and Russian troops near Tientsin is deemed the only local danger.
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Boni Wounds His Foe In Paris Duel With Editor Figaro
Near Paris on Saturday afternoon a duel between Count de Castellane and M. de Rodays editor of Figaro left de Rodays wounded in the thigh while the count was unhurt. Pistols were used after twenty five paces separated them. The dispute arose over Figaro publishing debts of the count and a report that the count and countess sought funds from the Gould family in New York to cover losses. The count had initially refused a duel but agreed after a face slapping occurred as scheduled.
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Bank Wrecker Johnson Nabbed in Columbus After Niles Heist
Charles A. Johnson, cashier of the First National Bank of Niles Michigan, was arrested in Columbus Ohio by a U S Secret Service agent. Authorities say he forged notes exceeding a hundred thousand dollars and may have caused wider losses as locals face bank withdrawals and panic. Johnson’s past included gambling on Windsor race track with notable losses and kept fast horses.
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Lighting Niagara Falls with Michigan Central searchlight
Michigan Central Railroad officials report a successful Niagara Falls searchlight trial from Falls View on the Canadian side. The display highlights Horseshoe and American Falls and may lead to a permanent night light for trains near Falls View.
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Illinois Senate and House Hear Debates on Apportionment
The Illinois legislature debated congressional and senatorial apportionment with party lines dividing Republicans and Democrats. Amendments altered Cook County districts. several bills advanced and failed, including Lorimer opposition and a state architect abolition. Also approved were trustees for the Charitable Eye and Ear Infirmary and various inspectorate and adjournment motions.
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Bundy
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Sangamon County
Lambert
Knox County
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Humphrey
Hall
Dennis B. Sullivan
Andrew J. Ryan
Juul
Lorimer
Gardner
Perduno
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Chester Penitentiary
J. Mack Tanner
Tanner
House
Representative Reiss
Randolph County
Andrew Russell
Jacksonville
Board of Pardons
Maurice Emmerson
Crafts
Judiciary Committee
Allen
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Bowles
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Jones
Cook
Saloon keeper loses $1000 in Chicago
Bror Onelius rescues a six year old child from a blaze at 6850 Wentworth avenue. Wellington Great Northern and Sherman House proprietors fined $1 each for Sunday liquor sales. Chief Sweffie and Inspector Hornsby note fire tugs use electricity as incendiary aid. National Anti Cigarette League formed by youth and adult leaders in eighteen states at the Palmer House.
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