Mystery Solved In Police Confession Turmoil Ends
New York events report Major Joseph Stewart admits causing a man’s death after an umbrella blow during an October 28 incident with his wife nearby Thirty seventh Street. Siegfried H. May surrenders, claiming he stabbed Martin Flynn in the eye with an umbrella in self defense. Cronin case alibis advance in Curenco. Indian Territory train robbery attempt near Marietta involves masked men. ex-train robber FE F Bunch suspected.
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New York
Martin Flinn
Joseph Stewart
Austin
Tex
Broadway
Flinn
Stewart
H. Miny
Siegfried H. May
Martin Flynn
Upper Broadway
Flynn
Texas
Traio
Indian Territory
Gainesville
Trex
Marietta
Kansas City
FE. F. Bunch
Strike Threatens on New York Central Rail Lines
Albany Nov 20 Trainmen of all grades on the New York Central and West Shore roads are dissatisfied with their treatment and believe they will turn to other lines within a few years.
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Albaany
New York Central
Westshore
Jurisdiction decided in No Man's Land murder case
Judge Foster rules the eastern district of Texas has jurisdiction over No Man's Land where the Stevens county murderers were indicted for crimes committed near Paris Texas. The grand jury in Paris handed up the indictment.
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No Man's Land
ToreKa
Kaa
Foster
Stevens County
District Court For
Eastern District of Texas
Paris
Texas
Knights of Labor Debate Eight-Hour Movement In Atlanta
The Knights of Labor committee of the whole rejected a general strike. Samuel Gompers of the AFL advised opposition to a general strike, unless manufacturers agree to shorter hours. The group urged aligning with AFL president’s view and selecting trades ready to start on May 1, 1890 with Knights moral support.
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Atlanta
Knights of Labor
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Tragedy in Mosnerville as mother and daughter die after poison act
Mrs. Nathan Strong severely mentally troubled for years forced her 18-year-old daughter to drink poison then took a dose herself. When the husband returned she confessed the act. Doctors could not save either woman.
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Mosnerville
Mich
Nathan Strong
Wen
Denver
Nellie Benn
B.C. Benn
Mormon Investigation Contempt Hits Penrose
In Salt Lake City on November 20 Charles Penrose refused to reveal his number of wives. His counsel argued amnesty from President Cleveland barred questioning. The court held him in contempt and ordered commitment to the penitentiary until he purges himself. He was taken to jail this afternoon and plans a written statement for tomorrow.
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Salt Lake
Charles Penrose
Cleveland
Penrose
Union Pacific to Los Angeles and California terminal plans
Boston reports Union Pacific officials declare a through line will reach Southern California with Los Angeles as the terminal city and Redondo the Pacific seaport. Part of the contract has already been let and completion is expected within two years. In Washington, Brazilian minister Dr Valente says no request for U S recognition of Brazil has been sent and that recognition will await stability before formal steps.
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Boston
Union Pacific
California
Los Angeles
Redondo
Brazil
Wasningtox
Valente
United States
St Louis and Boston tie in Denver series finale
In Muse Hallive Heaver Denver on Nov 20 the St Louis and Boston clubs finished a nine inning game tied at g to g when darkness halted play. Both teams proceed to Colorado Springs and Pueblo with St Louis heading south and Boston to the coast. A ball in their honor is underway at the city’s largest hall.
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Muse Hallive Heaver
Denver
St. Louis
Boston
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
St Louis
Utah Southern extension to Ploche Nevada contract let
A Boston special notes the contract for extending the Utah Southern to Ploche Nevada has been let. The remaining contracts are to be ready soon with completion expected in two years. Redondo will be the seaboard terminus and large shipping preparations are planned.
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Ciexso
Boston
Ploche
Nevada
Redondo
Seaboard
Cherokee Stockholders Plan Gradual Market Move
The Cherokee Livestock association intends to ease Noble's planned removal by selling their cattle gradually next spring to avoid a glut from a large single market release. The move follows Noble's hint of displacement and reflects concern over market mood.
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Manch
Kansas City
Cherokee Livestock Association
Noble
Iron Works Failure Rocks Allentown Ship Yard
The Parson Iron Works company in Allentown collapsed causing about 300000 dollars in liabilities. The firm operated a large ship yard and shops at Owen Sound with iron vessel contracts. liquidators were appointed to continue the business.
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Allentown
Parson Iron Works Company
Owen Sound
Merce Elected U S Senator by Republican Vote
In Kisma new North Dakota the house and senate awarded the full Republican vote to Gilbert A. Merce for United States senator. The joint session will elect him tomorrow. Johnson remains the leading candidate for the second seat as discussions consider a legislature ballot. J R Casey of Jamestown enters the field as a new candidate.
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Pierce
KismAnew
N. D
House
Senate
Gilbert A. Merce
United States
Johnson
J. R. Casey
Jamestown
Sullivan vs Jackson boxing match sets world title purse
San Francisco November 20 reports a bout at the California Athletic Club where Billy McCarthy of Australia knocked out Denny Kellerher of Boston in 21 rounds. The club also approved plans to match Sullivan against Jackson for the world championship with a $10 000 purse.
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Sullivan
Jackson
San Francisco
Billy McCarthy
Australia
Denny Kellerher
Boston
California Athletic Club Tonight
McCarthy
Kellerher
Slavin Accepts Sullivan's Boxing Challenge for American Rounds
Arthur Lumley reports Slavin the Australian champion will accept Sullivan's challenge to box in America. Jem Smith's managers refuse to permit him leaving England.
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Slavin
Sullivan
New York
Arthur Lumley
Sinclair
London
America
Jem Smith
England
Colorado Governor Cooper Heads East in Sudden Trip
Governor Cooper of Colorado left for Chicago and New York last evening amid talk that western governors would meet secretly in Chicago to discuss the world’s fair location. The sudden travel fuels speculation of a coordinated eastward conference among western leaders.
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Colorado
Denter
Cooper
Chicago
New York
Knights of Labor proceedings in Atlanta session
The Knights of Labor convention in Atlanta on November 20 heard reports from finance law and corporations committees. The finance panel proposed paying only car fares for conventions plus a 10 cent per quarter per capita tax, with a possible 20 cent assessment tax next year. A printer’s assistants pay rise and legal holiday election day penalties were approved. Powderly offered a salary cut which was rejected.
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Atlanta
Knights of Labor
General Assembly
General Executive Board
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Washington
Powderly
Finance Committee
Assembly
Flood notes across multiple towns warn of rising rivers
Reports from Lancaster Columbia Williamsport and nearby areas as the Susquehanna and other rivers rise rapidly. Observers warn of high waters tonight with cellars sewer holes and railroads already affected. In Olean a similar flood threatens low lands as rain continues and rivers rise sharply.
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Laancaster
Columbia
Williamsport
E_aira
N.Y
Olea N. N. Y
Henry James Linked Egan and Phoenix Park Murders
Sir Henry James testifies before the Parnell commission linking Patrick Egan to criminal conduct and alleging a Phoenix Park murder connection. He cites Byrnes’ alleged complicity while secretary for the Parnellite party and questions lost league books and potential financial ties to the Invincibles. The defense faces grave suspicion over these implications.
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Henry James
Parnel! Commission
Henry Janes
Patrick Egan
Phanix Park
Byrnes
Parnellite Party
League
Lewis
Parnellite
Invincibles
The Bender Women Examinations Conclude in Oswatoo
In Osawatomie Kansas on November 20 the examination of Mrs Monroe Mrs Ella Davis and two women identified as old Mrs Bender and Kate Bender concluded late last night. Three justices ruled the evidence strong enough to hold the prisoners to bail awaiting grand jury action. Public sympathy and surprise followed the decision.
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Bender
Oswaoo
Kan
Monroe
Ella Davis
Knights of Labor Leaders Tied to Conspiracy Charge
Ex Representative Callaghen accuses John OBrien of conspiracy with General Powderly and Peter Wise of labor leadership. OBrien arrested in Scottdale on the charged alleged from letters published in the Journal of United Labor. Powderly to be arrested on return from Atlanta and Wise upon location.
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Nox
John O'Brien
Knights of Labor
Scottdale
Callaghen
Powderly
Peter Wise
Atlanta
Wise
Journal of
United Labor
Ireland's National League urged not to aid Mrs Parnell
Lincoln Neb Nov 20 President James Eames denies any public move by the Irish National League of America to relieve Mrs Parnell. He calls such a step indelicate and insulting to the Parnell family and hopes Irish Americans will refrain from publicity seeking subscriptions. He notes Parnell arranged to support his mother and that the family can meet her needs privately.
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Liscoln
Neb
Irish National League of America
Parnell
John Eamets
Electric Flashes News Briefs From November Morn
In New York Brooklyn streetcars run as usual. In Monapa Captain Wissman reports Henry M. Stanley arrived there. In Comumnus Marquis, former Democratic lieutenant governor candidate, will contest the Republican victory. In Archata California a hotel burned yesterday killing two men and injuring several others who jumped to escape the flames.
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New York
Brooklyn
Loxposx
Wissman
Henry M. Stanley
Monapa
Comumnus
Marquis
Eureka
Cal
Archata
Stanley Discoveries Reach New Extent of Victoria Nyanza
London reports Stanley arrived at Mywapwa on day 55 after leaving Victoria Nyanza and 188 days after Albert Nyanza. He departed Mywapwa on the 12th toward the coast via Kemba and Meveni. He extended Victoria Nyanza toward the southeast to within 155 miles of Lake Tanganyika, an area of 26 660 miles. He travels with 750 men including 200 Emin followers and lost eighteen in the march from Victoria Nanza with four days of fighting near Usukama.
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London
Zanzibar
Foreign Office
Stanley
Mywapwa
Victoria Nyanza
Albert Nyanza
Kemba
Meveni
Lake Tanganyika
Emin
Victoria Nanza
Usukama
Not a White Horse Leads Cronin Case Defense
Curiaco reports defense to reveal evidence that Cronin was transported by a horse not white, challenging the assertion that Dinen's horse was used and connected to Coughlin. The claim suggests a sensational development in the Cronin case set to unfold tomorrow.
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Curiaco
Cronin
Dinen
Coughlin
Fast Mail Train Sets Record for Omaha Portland Run
The through fast mail train from Omaha reached Portland at 9 o'clock this morning. The trip time was 1 hour 25 minutes faster than before, delivering mail at least one day earlier than the old schedule.
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Portland
PortLann
Ore
Omaha
Gyo
Bluffed On a Sure Thing by Pennsylvania Oil Blasters
A Pennsylvania oil camp recounts two workers who played risky nitro games endangering others. After a bet on safe tossing, a blast collapsed the derrick and shanty, with no remaining canisters found, leaving the foreman to curse his caution.
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Pennsylvania
Endowment House Oath Testimony Shapes Mormon Inquiry
Witnesses in a Utah investigation describe oaths of vengeance linked to the Endowment House. George Q Cannon testifies about a 1885 circular urging defense funds for those accused under Edmunds law. Excommunication and priesthood covenants are detailed as Brigham Young era control fades. The court suspends Penrose contempt pending purge.
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Savy
Gilmore
Joseph
Hiram Smith
Henry W. Lawrence
Chamber of Commerce
Ile
Utah
Endowment House
Endowment
Brigham Young
Young
Church
Witness
Council of the Priests
George Q Cannon
Christ
Lawrence
Penrose
Brazil in the Americas conference sparks seating dispute
Secretary Blaine opened the conference and ceded to Dr Guzman of Nicaragua. Brazilian minister Valente claimed Brazil was barred from prior sessions but now sought credentials. Henderson urged recognizing Brazil as a republic. the motion was tabled amid debate with Colombia and others opposing without gov instructions. The session adjourned before rules were completed.
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Brazil
WasamixeTox
Blaine
Guzman
Nicaragua
Valente
Henderson
United States
Congress
Startade
Colombia
Spain
England
Travil
Chillian
Chendersonsides
Verecueli
Urigay
Hatter With Hravil and Valento Delegation Notes
Dr Valento, minister Iren Brasil, spoke with the state department and advised that Wilviees from Neal reflect the government’s support. Valento says the provisional government authorized Brasil to instruct representatives to the International American Congress and possibly the International Marine Conference to advocate for Brazil.
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Hravil
Wasiuxaron
Valento
Iren Brasil
State Department
Wilviees Fran Neal
Brasil
International American Congress
New York Central Railroad Dispute Settled
The troubles between the New York Central and train men have been settled, announced in New York.
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New York Central
New York
Universal Suffrage Decree In Miaxil Republic
The provisional government issues a decree establishing universal suffrage across the republic in Miaxil Rio Jannino during November. The move marks a major step toward broader political participation and electoral reform.
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Miaxil
Rio Jannino
Republic
Cronin Trial Testimony Conflicts Over White Horse Ownership
Witnesses challenge the horse linked to Cronin's death alleging the white horse was a ringer. Dinan testifies the white horse is in a dime museum, while Budenbender says a Gerry animal pulled the buggy. An expert claims no scientific method distinguishes hair sources, casting doubt on forensic accuracy. A man named Martin claims he saw Coughlin at the police station between 6 and 7 on May 4, sparking conscience-driven disclosure.
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Marshall
Elwell
Moyer
Curtis
Martin
McConnell
Coughlin
Chicago Avenue
New Rock Island Santa Fe Through Traffic Pact Reported
Chicago officials announce a new through traffic agreement between the Rock Island and Santa Fe railroads for Chicago to Pacific coast points. Dodge City Kansas serves as the junction, creating a shorter route to California points south of Los Angeles though San Francisco is 222 miles farther than via the Union Pacific. Winter operations should avoid snow blocks with through trains expected to run faster than northern routes.
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Chicago
Pacific Coast
Dodge City
Kansas
California
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Union Pacific
Governor General denies aiding Key West cigarmakers
Havanna dispatch reports the governor general denies any involvement with the Key West strike. Western Union building fire causes $5,000 damage and $1,000 stock loss. Cineao notes heavy clouds and deserted streets as citizens move about nervously.
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Havanna
Key West
New York
Western Union
Cineao
Charitable hotel owner swindled out of 50000
Charles Montgomery owner of the American Exchange hotel and noted for his charity reports being victimized by a confidence man named E Glenn Grant. Grant gained Montgomery's trust and partnership in an agricultural venture with stores in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Grant vanished leaving debts and misappropriated funds estimated at 50000. Montgomery has filed for assignment with liabilities around 220000 and assets about 315000. Grant is described as an expert swindler who fled London for similar crimes.
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San Feancisco
Charles Montgomery
American Exchange Hotel
E. Glenn
Cross Grant
Yo M.C. A
Montgomery
Los Angeles
Grant
London
Erb Defeats Budd In Pigeon Championship Clash
In Davenport on Nov. 21 C W Budd of Des Moines faced Fred Erb of Lafayette Ind for the American field champion cup. Erb won with forty three kills to Budd forty two of fifty birds, securing the title.
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Erb
Budd
Davenport
C. W. Budd
Des Moines
Fred Erb
Lafayette
Ind
Rock Springs Yew Postmaster Appointed
Washington November 21. The president appoints postmasters including Halon F. Menough for Rock Springs Wyoming and others for Hutte City Montana Boulder Valley Montana and Von ing A Cook for Boulder Valley Montana
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Rock Springs
Washngton
John G. Evans
Hutte City
Mont
Voning A Cook
Boulder Valley
Halon F. Menough
Wyo
Idaho Names New Chief Justice and Revenue Appointee
The president appointed Janis H. Heatty of Idaho as Idaho chief justice and Thomas Clay McDowell as collector of internal revenue for the Seventh District. A correction notes Groodloe was recently killed, and the appointee is connected to that case.
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Idaho
Wasimaras
Janis H. Heatty
Thomas Clay McDowell
Kentucks View WO
Groodloe
Coodloe
How Not to Have Your Watch Stolen on Broadway
An advice sketch warns pedestrians to guard valuables amid pickpocket attempts. It suggests practical steps like concealing a watch with a buttonhole device and threading a chain to deter theft, urging vigilance in crowded areas.
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Broadway
Pithany & Cons
Wittel
Dust and decorum in a misty olde inn talk
A fragmentary quirk fills a bygone column with eccentric phrases about dust, decorum, and Wilde era imagery. The piece muses on keeping dust settled lightly on mantels and drapes while warning of tarnish from overzealous cleaning.
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Union Pacifis
Los Ángeles
Sullivan VS. Jackson
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