Fragmentary 19th Century News Snapshots From London And New York
Disjointed items mention Dr Gale of Hamilton and the McGehan trial, Welsh meeting in London with condolence to Princess Alexandra, Oceania Bank officers denying ties to an institute, Peter B Sweeny amid NY moves, a cable prayer note for the Prince, Spain elections misattributed to Cortes, Dr Gardiner of a Rome university death in Brooklyn, and a postponed Manchester educational conference due to the Prince.
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Hamilton
McGehan
London
Princess Alexandra
Oceania Bank
New York
Institute
Peter B. Sweeny
Pare Anid
America
Spain
de. Gardiner
Rome
Brooklyn
Manchester
Julien
Bell
York
Bank Failures and Political Scandals Dominate Wall Street News
The Times report covers Ocean Bank failure with estimates of 50 cents on the dollar, suspected ring involvement, and Tweed's resignation. It notes Union Square Bank fears, widespread suspicions, and pending mercantile collapses. Also referenced are Botts interviews with his mistress Mrs Wilson and Warwick Castle art losses.
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Times and Chronicle
New York
Botts
Pet Halstead
Guido
Wm. T. Allen
Thirty-fourth Street
Alexander T. Stewart
Ocean Bank
Callander
Davis
The
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Tweed
Ocean Pia
Ite Ee Fiat
Union Square Bank
Wall Street
Wm. P. Wright
Cotton Exchange
National Bask
Eighth Bank
Palmerian bid and troop issue shadow Washington politics
Washington notes recount Palmer agent hints at a Presidential bid on a hybrid ticket if troops are removed from Chicago. Illinois Justice Davis calls troop presence a national humiliation. Reports say Eighth Infantry may be moved. Gen Spin ner distressed by subordinates' defalcations. Gen Schenck seeks successor after Treaty duties. Senate caucus to revive Retrenchment Committee with limited powers amid bitterness.
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Times and Chronicle
Washington
Palmer
Chicago
Supreme Court
Davis
Illinois
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Senate
Trumbull
Prominent Republicans Question Palmer’s Re nomination Stance
Reported remarks show GOP figures pressing Gov Palmer to withdraw his refusal to be a candidate again. A Illinois governor aide advocates troop removals, while Democratic consultations during the holiday recess consider political maneuvers and messaging.
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Illinois
Irom Chic
Times
Barnt Cork Artist Faces Real Tragedy Finale Work-House
Special Dispatch to the Times reports John Nichols end man of Watson's Variety Troupe from Cincinnati. Nichols attacked Blanche Bagley at a hotel, attempted to kill her with a knife but was stopped by a companion. He received twenty days in the work-house and a $16 fine. Blanche, Nichols's traveling partner, is his wife and daughter of a St Louis jeweler. George Ites, who tried to rape Jennie Tucker, was held on $500 bail to answer next Tuesday after three months visiting her. she refused marriage and he allegedly assaulted her while riding a buggy five miles from the city.
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Times and Chronicle
Yohn Nichols
Watson
Cincinnati
Blanche Bagley
Blanche
Nichols
St. Louis
George Ites
Jennie Tucker
Prince of Wales in Deplorable Condition Amid Urgent Telegrams
Private and unofficial advices from Sandringham and Windsor report the Prince of Wales weakened with prostration and delirium. The Princess of Wales and Queen remain near him as officials note no improvement, while discussions of a possible regency begin to surface and press dispatches present a grim outlook.
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London
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Prince Remains Unquiet As Loxpox Bulletin Updates
The latest bulletin informs the prince has been very unquiet this afternoon with gravity of his symptoms unabated. Medical staff report ongoing concerns and monitor his condition closely as evening advances.
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Dember
Senate Retrenchment Committee Debate Splits Parties
Special Dispatch to the Times and Chronicle outlines a heated Senate session over a proposed seven member Senate Standing Committee of Retrenchment and Investigation. Key figures like Anthony Trumbull Wilson Thurman and Conkling clash over powers and the scope of inquiry with House actions on the Chicago Government Building Bill and a labor question committee also noted.
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Times and Chronicle
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Wilson
Thurman
House
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Schurz
New York
Rhine
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Secretary of the Treasury
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Standing Committee
Farwell
Chicago
Committee On Appropriations
Hoar
Fancy fair to raise funds for Catholic church
A Catholic society holds a fair at City Hall this week to complete their new church now under roof. Geo W Krenz suffered a severe foot injury after jumping from a moving train. amputation may be required. Gas works at City by Capt Coverdale near completion. hope to end darkness by New Year.
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Times and Chronicle
Lama
Catholic Society
Geo. W. Krenz
Capt. Coverdale
Cincinnati
Quarrel at St Petersburg involves Czar and German minister
A St Petersburg telegraph report says Czar Alexander assaulted Prince Dereuss, the German minister, in a personal quarrel yesterday. Friends separated the men, causing excitement but not straining Russia Germany ties. Also notes a successful total solar eclipse observation in the Southern Hemisphere via the Southern India and Red Sea Cable line.
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Prince Dereuss
Russia
Germany
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Red Sea
Eighth National Bank refused clearing with Butchers Drovers Bank
In New York on December 13 the Eighth National Bank lacking regular member status was denied further clearing accommodations by the Butchers and Drovers Bank. The bank’s latest statement shows assets of 155,900 and liabilities of 584,100 amid examiner notes. A rumor circulates that the Ocean Bank funds were used to build the Canal, with two other banks said to be in trouble though unconfirmed.
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Eighth National Bank
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Butchers’ and Drovers’ Bank
Eighth National
Ocean Bank
Veria
Albany State Council adopts plan to end sectarian aid
Albany December 13. Executive Committee of the State Council approved a resolution urging criminal and civil prosecution of sectarian aid and calling for a constitutional amendment by the Legislature to prohibit all sectarian grants.
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Albany
N.Y
State Council
Newark
Publican Legislature Drink Recap Mentions Haley
Bax Francisco notes a December night session where a term publican Legislati aalein waes. Salers Oana T. Haley is listed. The fragmented lines suggest an update on local political or publican involvement with unclear details and dates.
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Bax Francisco
Publican Legislati
Oana T. Haley
Unclear Dispatch Note From Monongahela River Data
Fragmentary dispatch references the Monongahela River on December 13 with a clouded cool forecast and a 35 inch measurement. Mentions towboats and a mercury reading near 89 degrees, but readable details are limited.
Sion of Alexis Ends An Illness Grief Move
Sion of Alexis, grieved by the illness of the Prince, will on a somber note reveal his sorrow and manner of response as events unfold, reflecting the period's public mourning and royal concern.
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Alexis
State Officers and Railroad Kings Meet in Conference
Special dispatch reports in Ixplanarolis that Governor Baker filed a personal remonstrance in the Kimball state suit, asserting accountability for excess house rent payments if any, while Col. T. A. Scott and other railroad leaders attend discussions on extending the Union Depot to double capacity.
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Times and Chronicle
Ixplanarolis
Kimball
Baker
Governors House
Col
T. A. Scott
Seasion
Union
Tapis
Dayton Hosts Welcome for Hamilton Music Club Guests
Harmonia of Dayton gave a grand reception to the Leiderkranz of Hamilton at the depot with torch lights and a music band, then joined in a dance and banquet. The McGehan jury list remains unchanged with five removed and five added. Court adjourned at noon until Thursday morning. Oakwood street railroad to run from Court House to cemetery and Nazareth College starts Thursday afternoon.
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Times and Chronicle
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The
Harmonia
Leiderkranz
Hamilton
McGehan
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Dunlevy dies. Callow re-elected mayor of Allegheny City
Jeremiah Dunlevy an aged citizen died early today after a lifetime in business. He was father-in-law of James P. Barr of the Pittsburg Post. Alex P. Callow, Republican, was re-elected mayor of Allegheny City by about 4,000 votes. opponents secured roughly 500. City and ward races stirred strong partisan activity with Citizens tickets present in some wards. The Republican ticket won with few exceptions.
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Times and Chronicle
Jeremiah ‘Dunlevy
Ohio River
James P. Barr
Pittsburg
Alex. P. Callow
Allegheny City
Republican
December in England and Liverpool
A brief note records December events in England and Liverpool. It notes climate and local happenings with limited readable detail from the source text.
Market report shows mixed trends across commodities
Caicaco markets opened excited but weakened by close with pork at 13.30 dollars. Lard and meats held yesterday's quotes. Whisky weak at nine cents. Corn steady around 5.25 for light and heavy offerings. Clover seed buoyant at 650.
West Indies arrivals urge duty-free cargoes for starving islanders
Arrivals from the West Indies report vessels passing Turk's Island have been boarded to request cargoes free of duty, as the inhabitants are starving.
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West Indies
Turk’s Island
Canal control plan debated by Cincinnati committee
In Louisville on December 13 the General Committee from Cincinnati conferred with canal Directors on a plan for government control to make the canal free. The Directors hold the canal in trust, bonds not yet due, and legal doubt exists about calling them in. Weitzel seeks a $350,000 extra appropriation to complete the canal.
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Times and Chronicle
Louisville
General Committee
Cincinnati
Weitzel
Prisoners Fail Jail Break in Shelby County
Special Dispatch reports prisoners in Shelby County Jail attempted an escape on the previous evening. A small boy overheard digging, raised the alarm to the Sheriff, who secured them in their cells. Authorities said the plan would have succeeded with only a few minutes more.
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Times and Chronicle
Stoney, O
Shelby County
Comcorp December 13 session discusses party prospects
A Comcorp meeting held December 13 focused on party prospects for the upcoming camp. Delegates from various state sections attended, sharing favorable views and voting on discussions led by the chair, Fr apsjsge.
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Comcorp
Frapsjsge
Seong En
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