Pardons withholdings stun four Ku Klux cases at penitentiary
Special Dispatch reports the President will not grant pardons to four Ku Klux prisoners, citing evidence from the North Carolina cases. Attorney General seeks further review to ensure no reversion to violent activity, while other order members face different outcomes. Interior seeks authority to place lands back in market in Wisconsin tied to a stalled St. Croix and Bayfield railroad grant, with a Wisconsin judge ruling against restoration of the lands.
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Times and Chronicle
Washington
Col. Waitley
Secret Service Division
North Carolina
Secretary of the Interior
Attorney General
Wisconsin
St. Crou
Greeley Camp Repudiation Highlighted by Kell Speech
Special Dispatches report a Democratic setback as Kell, formerly Warren County Democratic Central Committeeman, voices consternation in the Greeley faction. A vast crowd gathers in Rink as Congressman-elect Williams addresses voters. An Ohio Republican speaker, Gel Reppapart, plans to speak Monday night. Jefferson County stands with the ticket for October and November.
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Times and Chronicle
Lasaron, O
W. H L. Kell
Democratic Central
Manton
Wm. Williams
Gel
Reppapart
Ohio
Jefferson County
Incomplete Convention Readings and Adjournment
A fragmented report notes figures such as B Alden and P ton reading and addressing at the convention. The text mentions Secretaries, an organist, chairmen, and wise presidents, with an adjournment following lengthy remarks.
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B. Alden
P.ton
Selpesan
Wee Wee Som
Slight Trouble in Belfast Discharge From Custody
A terse legal note reports the discharge from custody of a solicitor in Belfast, indicating the end of a brief detention or procedural hold. The item notes the involvement of counsel and specifies no further court action or dates.
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Belfast
Convention to be one of largest ever held
Dispatch from Louisville August 30 reports the Straight-Out movement gaining strength with the convention expected to be huge. Six hundred delegates have rooms booked and about five hundred from this state are anticipated to attend. Delegations from the East are instructed to vote for OConor, whose nomination is deemed almost certain.
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Tal
The
Times and Chronicle
Louisville
O’conor
Morphey Heir to Estate in New York Fraud Case Mentioned
New York report notes Francis Morphey and eight young stone-cutters in Firs Avenue tied to a supposed $300,000 estate. Dispatches discuss Kingston and Syracuse Railroad fraud alerts and a $2,000,000 appropriation. Governor Curtin update and Jersey City National Bank embezzlement arrest also recorded.
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New York
Francis Morphey
Avenue
Abe Inieutnios
Pa Ringtes
Kingston’and
Syracuse
Hierald
Curtin Insteye
George d
Arenes
Jersey City National Bank
Metis wreck reported off Watch Hill in Long Island Sound
Providence dispatches report the steamer Metis of the Providence line wrecked off Watch Hill after a collision with a sailing vessel near Stonington. More than seventy of about one hundred fifty aboard were saved, with several lives lost, as the Moccasin cutter raced to the scene and the Metis drifted ashore. Commanded by Capt. Chas. L. Burden, the 359 ton steamer carried passengers from Newark to Providence.
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New York
Metis
Providence Line
Long Island Sound
Stonington
Watch Hill
Second Dispatch
Providence
Newark
Watch Hit
Rank
Moccasin Ia
Providence and New York Steamship Company
Chas. L. Burden
Firth Dispatch
aTom Hani
Roi
Moccasin
Straight Out Democrats of Illinois Convene at Springfield
Delegates gathered at a Springfield hotel for the Straight-Out Democratic State Convention. J H M Wood of Peoria chaired, about sixty delegates attended, with plans to oppose federal power and defend states rights. Delegates at large named for Louisville include G B, Joseph Saler, J O Pullen, and W S Koole. A State Central Committee was formed from each district. The convention featured remarks by W C Morcan of Indiana and others.
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Joseph Lecher
J H. M. Wood
Peoria
Atettanak
Louisville
G. B
Joseph Saler
J. O. Pullen
W. 8. Koole
W.C. Morean
Indiana
Berlin engine-makers strike and global mishmash of news
The report lists diverse items: Berlin engine makers strike. Empress Carlotta sinking with no recovery. Hugh Manns arrest after shooting Alderman Mann of Philadelphia. Crow Block sale for U S buildings in St. Louis ordered. Peter Grant Governor-General of Samoa’s tentative departure. Spanish war schooner Coador burned at sea with all aboard saved. Executive Mansion repairs prompt President and family to resume residence. James M. Ray resigns as Third Deputy Commissioner of Internal Revenue. bronze statue of Sir Walter Scott shipped from Edinburgh. Brownsville Texas suffers oil shortage. cattle dying on the plains for water. West Virginia counties reduce Governor Jacob’s majority. lightning strikes town landmark. Andrew Williams killed near Pesaresines Indiana by an orphan. Marshall whistle gun incident.
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Cincinnati
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Chicago
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Bowie
E. L
Brooks
E.L. Jobpson
J. Brooks Johnson
Jobson
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T. S. Johnson
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Bat
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T. S&s. Johnson
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Ile
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Thatcher
Chic
Johnson
Murphy & Co
Beard
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Jason Evans
Briggs Cunningham
Ramsey
Cinchanati Chamber of Com
Stanis
Eplema
Iik
J. Brooks Johnvon
Portsmouth Foundry Incorporation in Columbus
The Portsmouth Foundry and Machine Works in Columbus filed for incorporation with a capital stock of 158000 dollars. The new rolling mill will start paddle furnaces Monday, and rails will be produced in about two weeks. The facility focuses on railroad iron with a daily capacity of 16 tons on double turn. Policeman Wickliffe has been bonded over on serious charges after abusing Ella Lott and James Norman at Ella's home, leading to imprisonment and assault in the City Jail.
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Portsmouth Foundry and Machine Works
Golumbus
Wicki‘le
Ella Lott
James Norman
W.wickliffe
Norman
Elle
Wickliffe
Congressional Nomination list incl Democrat and Republican nominees
A fragmented OCR list shows multiple candidates by district and party including Democrats in districts across Nebraska Missouri Michigan and New York with names such as Ong Musson Jesse Warner C. Mansur James Craig and T TaCrittenden. The text also mentions Liberal J. G. and a Republican Len It. Kr. Newsomer.
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Missouri
J. H. Bichardson
Michigan
Aeon
Newsomer
Len
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New Y
The Wrong Passenger Afrestca Rumor in Times and Chronicles
John Palmer of Pers in Cincinnati was arrested at Union Depot by Officer Whedon who misinformed him about a train departure. Palmer was assaulted and arrested, the officer was fined, and Palmer was discharged. Rumor cites a new paper to back Louisville Convention nominees.
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Times
John Palmer
Pers
Cincinnati
Union Depot
Whedon
Palmer
Louisville
Five Days Hard Labor for Eighteen Pence
A Liverpool employer Mr Simpson kept a workroom where women endured long hours for meager pay. Inspectors revealed deceit about numbers and harsh conditions, with some workers earning mere pence daily and others under twelve shillings weekly. A Liv Albion correspondent corroborates the dire setup in a cellar factory.
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Liverpool
Easi
Sack-Mak
Mor
Caliegs
Rand
Liv- Albion
Morton reception arrangements in New Albany
Special dispatch reports the Morton demonstration set for Southern Indiana’s largest turmoil. The organizing committee met and plans include five hundred mounted men and two thousand torches in line. Hendricks visited New Albany and talked with supporters, stirring talk of influencing Kentucky voters.
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Times and Chronicle
New Albany
Morton
Indiana
Hendricks
Kentucky
Meeting of Arbitrators in Geneva Adjoins Monday
Ban ITZESLANP GENEVA August 50. The Court of Arbitration met at noon today and adjourned to Monday. ENGLAND Lexpos August 30 to 5 PM. Tone of the markets notes recent failures flattening prices and creating insecurity.
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Itzeslanp
Geneva
Court of Arbitration
England
Lexpos
Cholera Spreads to Kodnec in Western Russia
Report from August 40 notes cholera appearing at Kodnec in western Russia, with authorities monitoring the outbreak and urging caution as the disease spreads through the region.
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Russia
Sr. Parenencrec
Kodnec
Trial of Marshal Bazaine Bazaine and German correspondence alleged
Paris reports the trial of Marshal Bazaine in progress and states that evidence indicates traitorous correspondence between Bazaine and Germany before Metz surrendered.
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Bazaine
Marshal Bazaine
Paris
Metz
Burglars Steal Silk in Jersey City Bonded Warehouse
Furious storm last night caused flooding as robberies continued by the burglar Police officer Aiken. James Fisk, Opera House proprietor, disputes Erie lease terms. Two silk cases valued at six thousand dollars were stolen after burglars cut through brick walls of a bonded warehouse on the Cunard dock Jersey City.
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New York
Aiken
James Fisk
Opera House
Erie
Sian
Cunard Dock
Jersey City
Diemeead Hunters McCllan Reeelives a Recrption View
In a historic note a hunter named Diemeead recounts a capture at Diamond Bining with McCllan. The account highlights a rare recreation view and the role of local guides in the hunt.
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McCllan
Weather Forecast: Strong North Winds Across South Atlantic
Washington report notes a rising barometer with fresh to brick northerly and northwesterly winds and clear conditions over the South Atlantic and adjacent states. Temperature outlook not stated.
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Washington
South Atlantic
Pork Contract Disputed and Chamber Debates Expulsion
A Philadelphia document shows a pork contract with multiple firms based in Cincinnati for delivery by rail at 13.75 dollars per barrel. An explanatory note to the Board accuses misrepresentation in routing and delivery orders and urges a full inquiry and possible expulsion, arguing reputations and penalties matter more than damages.
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Kought
Jr. Keck
Cincinnati
Ohio
McKewhan & Bogns
Samuel, Davis, Jr
Jos. Rawson & Sons
KB. Beresford A'Co
J. Baooxs
Jonxson & Co
J. L. Kaen
Cunaco
J. Krooks Jontsen& Co
EOLA
Jonxson
Chaimber
Shakspeare
Oaya
Contract misread sparks sale dispute and piracy claims
The narrative recounts a complex pork contract saga involving T.G. Johnson Beck and the Johnsons from Cincinnati. Key events include a disputed count and date for 2 000 barrels, shipments via Chicago and Cincinnati, alleged deceit, and a chilling sequence of shipments, seizures, settlements, and a police court inquiry. The piece also covers related legal notices, a fusel oil case, and a railroad damages suit.
Metis wreck off shore after collision in storm
The propeller Metis, Capt. Barden, struck by a schooner and sank after a night storm six miles from shore. At 11 AM about half the 149 aboard were saved, with rescuers from the Moccasin cutter and Josie yacht. The line’s captain and agent survived on wreckage remains.
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Waller
Burded
Ueo. Hall
Grand political meeting in New Lexington draws thousands
August 30 Hillsboro notes a large political demonstration at New Lexington in a grove near the village attended by several thousand, with A J Wright Greenfield Dr Beson Lexington and Judge W M Meek presiding. A large Leesburg delegation with torches and banners prompted a move to a schoolhouse. The Hillsboro Cornet Band joined the event as a neighboring Lula district and Leesburg meeting drew smaller crowds.
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Hillsnoro
New Lexington
A. J. Wright
Greenfield
Beson
Lexington
W. M. Meek
Lai Square
Leesburg
Hillsboro
Greeley
Gratz
Grant
North Carolina
West Virginia
Senator Morton Campaigning in Evansville and Rockport
Senator Morton spoke to large crowds in Evansville on August 30 with strong campaign energy. The event drew unbounded enthusiasm and revived supporters. Next, Bayless W. Hanna and John E. Cravens plan evening talks to counter Morton's influence, while Morton heads to Rockport for Tarascon events.
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Senator Morton
Evansville
Voorhees
Breakers of Ebersole Coal Co. Burned in Hyde Park Fire
Hyde Park dispatch reports one breaker of the Ebersole Coal Company burned at night with heavy losses but no lives. Insurance totals about 50000 dollars. President Grant arrived early this morning and went to Log Branch.
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New York
Hyde Park
Ebersole Coal Company
Grant
Loog Branch
Pennsylvania Delegation Seeks Audience with the President
A delegation from Pennsylvania met with the President at the Executive Mansion after travelling to Long Branch for a prior engagement. The visit aimed to discuss ongoing affairs and secure a brief audience with the nation’s leader.
River Weather and Shipping Notes From Albany Dispatches
Special dispatches report cooler weather and a near stationary river level around 29 inches at noon. Gales and rain were noted yesterday with calmer, clear conditions today. Vessels Nashville to Tell City, Ajax aground on Portland bar, Evansville and Cincinnati routes show moderate to light traffic. several boats scheduled for 3 to 9 P.M. departures in Indiana and Kentucky states.
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the Times
Chroni Ie
New Albany, Inc
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Neahville
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Teil City
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le Howell
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