05 Jun 1881
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1881
Page
1
Washington reports deny Blaine aided the Star Route prosecution and note efforts to remove Assistant Lecy French. Officials detail examinations at the post office, Bureau of Engraving quality concerns, and claims of strong cooperation with investigators.
The Tribune argues Fred Conkling’s charge of a $100000 payment to a congressman implies a Democrat. the Panama railroad sale shifts American interests from the isthmus to French control prompting a possible Nicaragua or Tehuantepec route. In New York a collapse at East Broadway kills three boys aged 8 to 10 as work continues on a house foundation. a coroner will review safety and responsibility. In Canton Ohio a vault in a cemetery was broken after 25 years, bones scattered, provoking strong indignation.
John H. Hartwell an 11 year old son of Rev. J. B. Hartwell missionary to China arrived at Mrs Ellen C Edwards home in Society Hill South Carolina. He reports being kidnapped May 22 in San Francisco while en route to Eddy Street Baptist church and transported to Oakland New York and Greenville South Carolina with brief detention and ransom like conditions. The boy described his abductor as a stranger and provided facts about the journey.
Governor Pitkin reacts to Conejos county telegram reporting armed desperadoes. A thousand dollar reward is posted for Allison and two hundred dollars for each gang member. Arms are ordered shipped to Antonito to aid in pursuit.
The joint convention casts initial votes for Roscoe Conkling’s successor with counts: Jacobs 1, Conkling 20, Wheeler 13, Cornell 18, Rogers 13, Bradley 1, Crowley 2, Lapham 4. Paired senators and assembled members create shifts. trust in Cornel l remains strong as the Tribunes Albany special notes last day predictions shift toward stalwarts and Cornell.
In Toledo The Blade prints Gen. R P Buckland's six column account of the Shiloh opening. He asserts his brigade led the action, behaved heroically, and disputes claims of surprise shooting and bayoneting fugitives, presenting a different view of events.
Asa T. Lawton of Newport New Bedford roots and California pioneer status died after a weeks long illness. Once a noted businessman who mined in California he built a fortune, retiring years ago with an estimated worth around 900000 dollars. Known for numerous charitable gifts.
A fire at Jones and W T Pearson company saw gill near Great Works, eleven miles north of Bangor, consumes store, blacksmith shop, 200000 feet cedar logs and 42000 feet lumber. Loss over 80000 insured 90000. One hundred men out of work. In Vicksburg on June 4 Spengler's steam planning mill on China street burned with machinery and lumber. several houses damaged. Spengler's loss about 50000 insured 10000.
Telegraph from Kilmainham prison addressed to President Garfeld via Hoyton quotes a defiant vow to resist British interference and protect the republic. It denies rumors of discord among Cov, Cornell, and ex-Senator Platt.
From Dublin authorities report a serious riot in Cork with houses wrecked and clashes as troops and constabulary confront crowds. O Mahony and Manix and son are arrested under the coercion act for incitement while mobs attempt to intercept escorts at Skibbereen and Killarney arrests follow attacks on a tenant house.
A Limerick dispatch describes eviction scenes with troops aiding police as families, including six children, are left homeless. The Times voices strong views on the Land League and Archbishop Croke, condemning resistance to rent terms and defending government authority amid widespread rural misery.
In a brisk late game, Delman Bucs clinched a key win after smoke challenges in the Ibi Ope event. Players rallied, anchors led by a standout guard, boosting team momentum toward regional standings.
Reports from Golden Colorado to St Petersburg detail suicides, domestic trouble and whisky motives, a brutal assault in Galway, elopement and flight from Andes New York, and a Bulgarian political shift. Names include Her King suieided, Gabriel Gaoage, Mrs Gladstone, and Prince Alexander drawing mixed responses.
Reports from Athens Paris London and Mexico detail Turkish forces in sight of Salonica head-taking. Emil Littrebe buried with rites and christened on death bed. Rowell aims to cover six hundred miles in six days and plans retirement. Cornell crew admission to Henley regatta debated. Vinz resigns public works post and possible Oaxaca future. succession changes in war ministry if Diaz leaves. Fronandez to become war minister.
Pere Hyacinthe sails to the United States in September with Mme Loyson and two other Gallican church clergymen. The American trip aims to fund and extend a rapidly growing Rue d Avriais parish, aided by a young American priest. Also notes weather and unrelated local advertisements.
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