Sherman Very Ill and Hill Sways NY Senate Fight
The dispatch reports Gen. Sherman gravely ill with erysipelas while his daughter seeks updates as doctors monitor his condition. It also covers Gov Hill of New York weighing a move toward the national convention amid Henry Watterson’s letter urging Cleveland’s nomination and Hill’s potential impact on the party’s future.
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New York
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Watterson
Cleveland
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Clevelod
Pevyer
Republicans face uncertain senatorial prospects in Iowa and Dakota
A five hour caucus ends without unity on backing a Farmers' Mutual Benefit Association candidate. A circulating scheme to trade reciprocity with the South Dakota legislature threatens to align Democrats with Alliance candidates, potentially defeating two Republicans. Independent sources in Pierre deny the plan, while Alliance Congressman Jerry Simpson works with FMBA delegates to support Palmer.
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Lil
Farmers’ Mutual Benefit Association
South Dakota
FM. B.A
Ioois
Palmer
Shapstch
Pierre
Ilinois
Jerry Simpson
Kansas
Springfield
Silver coinage debate shifts as silver Republicans confer
The Washington dispatch notes a heated exchange in the House over silver and free coinage. A conference among silver Republicans discussed a plan to favor free coinage with a seigniorage tax while Democrats demand unlimited free coinage. The path forward remains uncertain as factions assess chances and debate strategy.
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Capitol
Local paper cites $9,000 deficiency in adjutant general office
A Feb 10 report claims a $9,000 shortfall in the adjutant general's office with an investigation planned by the waveroor. Adj. Gen. McClelland denies responsibility for such reports and notes unpaid bills cannot yet be determined. Ex-adjutant general Gro. N. says no hostage exists and a forthcoming statement will address incumbency affairs. Tickets must be blamed for rail issues in a separate note.
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Nomination of James H. Beatty as U S judge in Idaho
Washington notes report Beatty of Idaho nominated for United States judge for the district of Idaho. The article also surveys judiciary committee actions, a circuit division bill, cattle export safety, sugar duties, pensions practices, and an international monetary conference with March discussions.
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James H. Beatty
Idaho
United States
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Chicago
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Bussey
Commissioner of Pensions
Congress
Wharton
Susan Clay
Richard Clay
Canada
Amendment authorizes survey for San Francisco Honolulu cable
The appropriations committee refrained from binding the government to lay a telegraph cable, authorizing the president to employ any U S vessel to sound between San Francisco and Honolulu for a feasibility survey with 20000 dollars. The session also debated militia equipment wording and a dry dock site on the Columbia, and paid tributes to the late Representative Walker before adjournment.
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Hale
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Columbia River
Poet Sound
Allen
Port Orchard
Paget
Jones
Reiter
Committee On Naval Affairs
Dallas
Tex
House
Representaive Walker
Missouri
Hollow Horn Bear Objects to Soldiers on Reservations
Hollow Horn Bear accuses soldiers of causing immorality among Indian women as they controlled reservations during the trouble. He questions whether the U.S. will allow soldiers to leave wives and children dependent on the tribes, urging action to remove military presence.
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River and Jobocon Rail Cheyenne Coal Yard Trade
River and Jobocon operate extensive daily coal shipments via the Cheyenne and Northern line. They handle about eight cars daily and have adopted a new system to ensure uniform coal quality. The text notes a shift from hand methods to a plan that guarantees fine coal quality for consumers.
Jews in Russia face harsh persecution and czar’s policies
A St Petersburg correspondent details intensified antisemitic measures, stricter military recruitment examinations, and social contempt against Jews, while other reports cover Henry Shearer’s arrest for the Bowe & O'Brien cafe robbery in Peoria with bloodied evidence and Confederate money.
Disappearance Of Victor Mace Shocks Pari Bankers
A private banker Victor Mace vanishes after debts reach millions of francs. Bankpromoters promise inside tips as panic spreads among depositors. Police report a letter claiming creditors will recover all money and Mace may commit suicide.
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Pari
Victor Mace
America
Asdieg Eense
Ersas Ises
M. Mace
Bridge Ticket Misunderstanding At Station
In a New York City scene a ticket chopper asks a woman about a bridge ticket in a joking mood. She misinterprets the quip as a public official’s regret and replies, leaving the chopper to realize his civility backfired amid the crowd awaiting transport. Local ad note follows.
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New York
Tinea
Wisdom's Robertine: The Fashionable Woman's Secret
A column notes Robertine as the only item now used by fashionable women. It discusses its appeal, prominence in society, and hints at its influence on style trends and consumer interest.
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Wisdom
Shocking depravity near Garenwoon exposes abuse
A grim case near Garenwoon reveals a mother and her daughter living in a shanty while three young girls starved and suffered abuse. An opium habit and nightly drunken gatherings with white and black men preceded severe injuries to the youngest child, who may die. Frank Stout of the Society to Prevent Cruelty to Children reported the situation as authorities gathered.
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Frank Stout
Secret Mobs Threaten Williams. Gunfire Flare Near Raven Res
In Raven Res Pa on Wednesday night J S Williams a tea agent faced a masked attack inspired by reports of a Mollie Maguires like secret order The assailants halted his carriage fired and fled leaving Williams unharmed The incident followed a mailed warning echoing crossbones skull and a tree motif The event coincides with local fear of clandestine groups and the broader era of vigilantism The same day New York saw a National Builders Association meeting discussing convict labor and arbitration principles.
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Omaha
Committee On Arbitration
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Fought for a Calf Two Men and Three Horses Dead
A Brewster county tragedy near Alpine on January 28 29 ends with H H Powe slain by Gilleland who is later shot and killed by Rangers. Deputy Sheriff Cook and Ranger Putnam wounded as the pair battled over a maverick yearling. A wild gunfight with a cavalry of officers leaves three horses dead and ends when Gilleland is killed. Also reports stock market and cattle yard notes from New York and Denver with prices and receipts.
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Captain recounts three years in Siberian coal mine
Capt W Morris, former commander of the schooner Helena, describes a three year Siberian prison ordeal after capture for walrus fishing. He details confinement chained to a pole, starvation rice soup, one fellow prisoner, and the death of his mate. He finally escaped via a 150 mile trek to Vladivostok and rescue by American vessels and consular relief.
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T. C. Crocker
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Crocker
Consolidation schemes eyed in Northwest rail network
A New York based source reports a plan for a single control of 25,000 miles of Northwest rails including the Northern Pacific and Great Northern. The scheme, dubbed Consolidation, is being developed by leaders in the Western Traffic Association and has drawn preliminary road approvals. A separate court decision today may close ten or more clubs formed to evade the law.
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Canadian Pacific
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Geonemien
Court of Appeals
Wool and drug ad notes from 19th century Boston column
Boston reports wool prices steady with fine and medium tiers listed for California and Oregon. A Montana territorial quote appears. An ad promotes Camphor and Carbolic free skin cream for the remedy, while warning against irritating products. recommends Arnicated Kareks Cream as perfumed and skin softening, large bottle 25 cents.
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