Plot to Fix Cronin Jury Triggers Special Grand Jury
A special grand jury is convened in Circaro to probe jury fixing in the Cronin trial. Ex mayor Roche is named foreman as bailiffs Hanks and Solomon face arrest for alleged attempts to pack the jury. States Attorney Longnecker describes a wide conspiracy with a $5000 bribe offer to secure acquittal and vows convictions.
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Circaco
Horton
Cronin
Roche
Hanks
Mark Solomon
Criminal Court
Longnecker
North Side
J Uly Bard
Matson
States
S. Techappet
E. V. Page & Co
Longpecker
Mills
George S. Tachappatt
Chicago
Venireman
States Attorney's Office
Jury bribery bid in Chicago court case shocks city
The article recounts a venireman pressured by a man from the court to accept bribery money to influence a jury. A bystander offered $1,000 then $5,000, with conditions tied to the juror’s wife. The man was detained and excused for cause. Thomas E. Sennott, clerk of the pro bate court, was arrested amid a secret grand jury session and claims connected bailiffs were political protegés.
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uCoriainte
Maney
Venireman
Tie
Court House
Thomas E. Sennett
German Hanks
Sennott
Matson
Chicago
Graham Bonds $10,000 in Grand Jury Case
In Citicace the grand jury returns a joint bill against John Graham Mark Solomon Alexander J Hanks and Fred W Smith. Graham posted a $10 000 bond and was released as the prosecutor hints at a wider conspiracy. The case could yield more indictments soon.
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Solomon
Hanks
Tom Havanaugh
Graham
Longnecker
England’s stance on Sandwich Islands and U.S. potential
The Times argues England would view any transfer of the Sandwich Islands to a foreign power with concern but would accept U S control more than European ownership. The piece hints the United States might be urged to seize the islands, though experts doubt America would abandon its policy of non interference.
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Lonpos
the Times
Sandwich Islands
England
United States
Uncle Sam
The
Times
America
Mayor orders removal of unsafe electric wires in city
The New York board of electrical control adopted a resolution ordering immediate removal of all uninsulated electric light wires. A temporary injunction blocked the mayor from interfering with United States Illuminating and Brush Electric Light wires. Edison says insulation cannot ensure safety and advocates pressure regulation like steam boilers.
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New York
Grant
Board of Electrical Control
United States Iluminating Company
Brush Electric Light Company
Edison
Ile
Fatal affray in Nicholson linked to Osika tragedy
A fatal shooting occurred after Dr. Tett, cleared of complicity in Yamada’s Osika case, returned with a shotgun at the courthouse and fatally wounded J C Collins who had spoken to witnesses. ByStander Pelr ton was seriously wounded as Collins’ brother in law J W Turner opened fire.
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Mississippi
Nicholson
Miss
Yamada
Dr. Tett
J. C. Collins
Tett
Collins
Court House
Pelrton
J. W. Turner
Atchison Plans $150 Million Bond Issue and Reorganization
The Atchison directors announce a plan to issue 100 year four percent general mortgage bonds for 150 million dollars secured by a mortgage on all properties and related securities. An income bond of 56 million is proposed, with fixed charges and a 5 percent earnings limit. Subscriptions for 125 million in new bonds are invited, with cash payments held in trust by Kidder, Peabody & Co. until plan acceptance.
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Bostos
Atchison
Kidder,Peabody & Co
Halfway Brakemen Convention Opens In Public Night
The first meeting of the annual convention of the Brotherhood of railway brakemen was held last night. No business will be transacted until tomorrow when the credentials committee reports. Tonight’s session was public as a reception to the delegation.
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Brotherhood of the Railway Brakemen
Committee On Credentials
Delegates Arrive for National Locomotive Engineers Convention
Fifty delegates to the national convention of locomotive engineers arrive in Denver for the meeting. Chief Arthur and First Grand Engineer Ingraham, along with other officers, are expected to arrive tomorrow morning.
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Denver
National Convention of Locomotive Engineers
Arthur
Ingraham
Locomotive Brotherhood Headbacks Federation Debate
Chief Arthur, en route to Denver for the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers convention, predicts a pivotal meeting on federation with other laborers. He warns that if the order does not remain separate the engineers must seek new leadership to preserve distinct identity.
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Kansas City
Arthur
Denver
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Brotherhood
Strand Improvement Plans Draw Mixed Civic Reaction
Londoners and visitors cheer the widening of the Strand while property owners fear business disruption and rent losses as street improvements proceed, signaling potential lawsuits against the council.
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London
Strand
Indians as political factor in future voting trends
The Indian voting landscape shifts as acts of Congress grant many Sioux and other tribes voting rights. An allotment recipient over 21 becomes a voter, with 4,937 expected to be enfranchised after negotiations with the Sioux conclude. Interior Department estimates exceed 20,000 potential voters for the next presidential election.
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Wasamoros
Congress
Interior Department
Lowell Couple Marries After Breach of Promise Suit
In Lowell Massachusetts twenty five years ago John H Buttrick son of a wealthy resident and Catharine Terese McEvoy daughter of early Irish settler Hugh McEvoy faced religious disputes and illness delaying their union. Miss McEvoy sued for 10000 for breach of promise and the matter was settled by their marriage at Rev OBrien s residence witnessed by Edward Faulkner and Harriet Cassels. The groom gave 10000 in cash and a handsome residence as a wedding gift.
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Lowell
Mass
John H. Buttrick
Catharine Terese McEvoy
Hugh McEvoy
Buttrick
Socialists Rejoice Over Army Suppression of Strikes
Lonxpon October 14 The Socialists express grim satisfaction as continental armies restrain worker unrest. Reports say dock laborers at Flensburg were crushed when soldiers were made to load ships, and Berlin bakers replaced by soldiers ended the strike. The memory of such action fuels further discontent among oppressed workers.
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Lonxpon
Flensburg
Berlin
Bueyens
John Howard
Frank Razor
Edward Heinton
Heintah
Newark
N.J
Tittes Cracker Bakery
Earl Galloway Arraigned In Indecent Assault Case
London reports Earl Galloway arraigned at Dumfries on charges of indecent assault against a child. The crowded court heard the girl’s testimony, corroborated by other witnesses. A statement from the defendant claimed the contact was accidental while helping the child off a wall. verdict pending.
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London
Earl Galloway
Dumfries
Electric wires plague New York as city gropes in darkness
A citywide blackout hits New York with above ground electric wires ordered removed. The board of health, mayoral action, and eight day notice shape the proceedings. Madison Squire and Union Squire parks darken as rain falls and patrols double.
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New York
Cct. Tv
Board of Health
Permanent Board of Health
Fifty-ninth Street
Madison Squire
Union Squire
Republicans Gain As Silver Bow County Count Proceeds
A Butte dispatch reports Silver Bow county canvassers completed vote counting but plan to announce Monday. Contests loom as Republicans challenge irregularities in several Democratic precincts with court risk. Deer Lodge and Beaverhead counts confirm Bennett and Blair as GOP reps, narrowing the Democratic majority in the house to five.
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Savr Lane
Utah
Butte
Mont
The
Tribune
Silver Bow County
Deer Lodge
Beaverhead
Bennett
Blair
Canvassers Discount Silver Bow Votes Threaten Montana Seat
In Sil ver Bow county the canvassers threw out ballots in the railroad recount, potentially giving the eleven member Republican delegation control of the legislature and overturning the Democratic majority. Democratic managers seek a writ of mandamus to force counting of rejected precincts amid a dispute over governor Toole’s still intact majority. The Democratic committee believes a judge will order counting, citing precedent on lawful ballots despite fewer judges presiding.
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Herena
Independent
Silver Bow
Recrnet
Toole
Democratic State Committee
Supreme
Typhoid Cases Surge in Johnstown Pa Amid Health Alert
In Johnstown Pennsylvania there are 300 reported typhoid fever cases prompting health warnings. Meanwhile distant global news notes Italy’s protectorate over Abyssinia and U S Supreme Court actions in Washington. American delegates held an informal maritime conference with a full assembly planned for tomorrow.
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Johnstown
Abyssinia
United States Supreme Court
Washington
Maritime Congress
Labor Congress Discusses Eight Hour Movement
A major labor congress opens at Puispecpina with knights of labor officers and the general executive board present. Powderly's attendance is anticipated. debate centers on a general push for an eight hour day and a May 1st mobilization. The federation seeks union with the knights. Powderly may favor delaying action until after next month’s assembly.
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Puispecpina
Knights of Abor
Powderly
Federation
Knights
General Assembly
Grand jury indicts multiple defendants in conspiracy case
The grand jury was impanelled to hear evidence in the grand jury bribery case. Chailiffs Hanks and Solomon Gauger O Donnell and Tom Kavanaugh testified. It is believed Kavan augh and Lawyer Beggs confessed. Indictments returned against John Graham and six others indicted Saturday. Graham arrested last night.
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Cutcaco
Oct
Chailiffs Hanks
Solomon
Gauger O'Donnell
Tom Kavanaugh
Kavanaugh
Lawyer Beggs
Cronin
John Graham
Graham
Gladstone Victory at Buckinghamshire by Election
The Buckinghamshire by election filled a commons vacancy created by Egerton Hubbard’s peerage. Captain Verney, a Gladstonian, won with 4 5 votes against 4 47 for Evelyn Hubbard liberal unionist. The previous Edgerton Hubbard Conservative tally was 4 460 with Verney at 4 389.
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Gladstone
Buckinghamshire
Commons
Egerton Hubbard
Verney
Evelyn Hubbard
Edgerton Hubbard
Gladstonans
Emersons Grave Desecrated in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
Two gentlemen at a burial in Sleepy Hollow cemetery, Concord, found Ralph Waldo Emersons grave disturbed. Authorities reported the grave had been opened on Saturday night exposing the casket, though the undertaker could not confirm an opening. Vandals likely frightened away before finishing.
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Concord
Mass
Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Czar Ends German Visit After Hunting Trip
The czar and his party wrapped up a day of hunting at Luburg's Last and left for Russia tonight via Berlin and Dantch. He voiced pleasure with the warm reception in Germany during their stay.
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Bern
Luburg
Czar
Russia
Berlin
Dantch
Germany
Mataafa Elected King in Samoa Public Meeting
Despatches from Samoa report a public meeting electing Mataafa as king. Attended by all foreign representatives, Matitoa praised Mataafa and urged the people to elect him king while he reserved his own status. Germany is understood to refuse to recognize Mataafa.
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Mataafa
Auckland
Samoa
Matitoa
Germany
Deek Kicks Oppose City Street Widening Plans
London estate owners led by the duke of Westminster oppose drastic plans to widen central streets and create new thoroughfares. The Strand to Holborn outlet would require demolition of a belting line and substantial rental losses, triggering furious protests and claims of open robbery.
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London
Duke of Westminster
Strand
Holborn
Helena Republicans see canvassing board ruling favor
From Helena to Butte the canvassing board’s dismissal of the Homestake precinct is welcomed by Republicans who expect court support to guarantee GOP control. Final returns show Senate five Republicans four Democrats and House 16 Republicans to 25 Democrats.
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Helena
Happy
Pam
Mionweer
Butte
Senate
House
Defaulter in New Haven Accounts Shocks G A R Circle
A deficiency of 4000 dollars was found in the accounts of William H. L. Stowe quartermaster of Admiral Footepost G A R. Stowe, long a prominent member of New Haven social life, has faced the blow after seven years of service.
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New Haver
Conn
William HL. Stowe
Czar and Bismarck Hold Amicable Ruslan Embassy Interview
An extensive friendly discussion occurred yesterday afternoon as Bismarck met with the czar at the Ruslan embassy. Emperor William, eager for the outcome, accompanied Bismarck on the return drive to the chancellor’s residence.
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Bismarck
Dentin
Ruslan
Emperor William
Not on the Programme at Burrap Niagara Falls Dinner
William KE Curtis, manager of the Pan American excursion, reports on Erastus Willan dinner to delegates at Niagara Falls. Curtis notes Willan helped with New York entertainment and sought permission for a delegates dinner. Blaine’s instruction limited formalities on Sunday during the trip. The arrangement was then made that Willan ...
Informal Dinner Follows Niagara Arrival in City Hall Visit
An informal dinner plan was noted with no speeches and copies of a proposed speech left with New York newspapers. The party, arriving from Niagara Valley, was met in Maine and driven by carriage to the city hall where they were greeted by the mayor and others before touring the city.
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Willan
New York
Maine
Niagara Valle
Maier
Convention Welcomes 300 Delegates to Labor Meeting
Chief Arthur and staff arrive as 300 delegates arrive by Union Pacific trains. Heads include federation talks, Arthur’s strike report, and electing a ten year headquarters. Delegation largely split with Union Pacific lines backing Arthur and radicals opposing. About 900 delegates from 430 divisions and 26,500 members attend.
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Denver
Arthur
Pullan
Union Pacific
Union Pacifc
Central and Northern Pacific
Goo Delegtes
Crispi Backs Strong State Stand Against Church Authority
At a Palermo banquet, Prime Minister Crispi argued to combat elites seeking to undermine Italy's political order. He dismissed papal temporal power as a mere transition and asserted Rome would endure without it. He praised King Humbert’s vision of a united Italy and urged the church to abandon fear and defend reason.
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Rome
Crispi
Palermo
Italy
Humbert
Promethem
Matterson Wins Putney to Moret Lake Rowing Championship
London reports Neil Matterson defeated George Bubar by eight lengths in the championship race from Putney to Moret Lake. The event drew attention as the decisive victory in a premier rowing contest.
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London
Neil Matterson
George Bubar
Putney
Moret Lake
Horrible Accident at Leadville Smelter injures worker
James McHaskey, a laborer at the American smelter in Leadville, fell into a pot of burning slag while attempting to steady it. He suffered severe burns to his arms, hands, head, and legs and was hospitalized at St. Vincent hospital where his prognosis is poor.
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Leadville
James McHaskey
St. Vincent Hospital
Cleveland Blows His Trumpet In Pennsylvania Assembly
The first general assembly of the democratic societies of Pennsylvania opens at Pintaperenta with a letter from ex President Cleveland praising the societies aims and urging adherence to distinctive principles. Randall also sends a letter stressing organization and concerted Democratic support.
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Cleveland
Frst
General Assembly
Democratic Societies of
Pennsylvania
Randall
Natives Attack Damara Island Party in New Guinea
Advices from Brin tane Queensland report Sir William McGregor administrator of New Guinea with twenty two men landing on Damara island. Natives attacked but the party repulsed them after hard fighting. Eleven natives were killed or wounded and several whites were wounded. The party burned the native village.
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Lonwos
Brintane
Queensland
Wiliam McGregor
New Guinea
Damara
Pan American Excursion Heads to Cleveland from Erie
The Pan American group Borvato and colleagues began their trip this morning traveling by carriage to Cleveland after stopping in Erie Pennsylvania and nearby Kae Penna for a brief period before departure.
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Borvato
Erie
Kae
Penna
Cleveland
Pattie Market Cattle Receipts Steady in Cuicoaa
Cattle receipts at Cuicooo on October 15 show steady market with choice to extra heifers and steers priced around 4.80 for 450 weight, stockers and feeders around 1.90 to 2.80, Texas cattle at 1.40 to 2.85, and western ranges from 1.75 to 1.70.
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Cuicaoo
Texas
Western Rangers
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AU. A
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Amrit i
Nerte Mg
Faly
Pattie Market
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