Washington’s gambling palace built by Chamberlain
In Washington a notorious figure Jack McCarty is linked to a gambling empire centered in Farragut Square. John Chamberlain, the famed New York gambler, buys the former British Minister’s residence to convert it into a lavish club house with octagonal gaming rooms, a grand kitchen, and extensive wine cellars. The establishment targets government circles, excluding disreputable patrons, and Chamberlain plans profits from official connections.
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Chamberlain
Charles Knapp
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Treel
George
Elisha Riggs
Joan Hoer Knapp
District of Columbia
Usique
Boston
Long Branch
Prince Arthur
Mr.Chamberlain
Natal
Iwafers
Proprie
Detroit Resident Seeks Correct Spelling of House
An elderly Detroit resident nailing a To Rent sign debates spelling with a pedestrian. The old man insists on proper spelling and replies he has lived in the city longer, challenging the other’s grasp of language.
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Wily Partridge Deception Aids Her Young
A G Government Survey officer recounts partridges feigning injury to lead their week old brood to safety. While a mule nearly trampled the group, the mother bird rose and fell, feigning helplessness, drawing hunters away as eight to ten chicks hid in the underbrush and slipped away unseen.
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Henshaw
G Government
One Hundredth
Fashion Trends in Plain Suitings and Accessories
The era reveals shifting taste with plain suitings and broad sole shoes in fashion. Lightweight pieces like Sark coats and marceilles vests are revived while white vests and large plaids cycle in and out.
Lynching of John Simms shocks Annapolis area
A mob of 32 to 60 masked men abducted John Simms from Annapolis jail after a drive from Odenton and hanged him in a woods beyond the city. The crowd, armed and evading authorities, also tried to seize Norris during the raid. The event followed heated local meetings calling for extra-legal action amid fears of delaying justice.
Best Lightning Rods and Insulation Practices Discussed
A French commission and a U S government panel weigh rod size insulation and grounding for lightning protection. They favor multiple rods with a common conductor, heights 9.8 to 16.4 feet above roofs, and grounding in moist soil or water pipes to reach the subterranean sheet of water for effective discharge.
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United States
Ceenek
Hanning
Atlantic
Left His Every Day Out at Home on Providence Train
An elderly man traveling from Providence last Wednesday boarded an outward bound train, settled to read, and proved hard of hearing. A traveling musician performed nearby with songs from Zip Coon to Casta Diva, while the man mistook a boy’s hat for his own and declined it, saying he had left his everyday hat at home.
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Anpapolis
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Audapolis
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Tramps Use Chalk Marks Like English Beggars in Bagland
A reader reports that beggars in Bagland, and traveling tramps elsewhere, employ chalk marks on doors and gateposts to signal locals. The system ranks roads for aid, and indicates whether residents will help, refuse, or fear police. Question raised if American hobos adopt the English method.
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Bagland
London
Evolution of dress sparks ecstasy in modern woman
In a lively gown debate, a speaker celebrates the pull-back style, claiming women are evolving beyond original sin. She envisions a future Eden where garments reveal natural form, arms, legs, and movement, arguing health laws will forge a new woman’s constitution.
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Adam
Andy-Johnson
Foreign notes recount European politics and Irish welcome
Reported reopening of the Count von Arnim case and a tense debate in the Italian Chamber on public safety. Circulars about firm failures in London with large liabilities, and Prince Bismarck’s assurances of peace. Wiesinger acquitted in Dublin court. he claimed anti Jesuit motives. American riflemen arrive in Dublin to a rousing welcome with cheers, banners, and a banquet at the Shelbourne Hotel led by Major Leech.
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Leflechiowski
Chamber of Deputies
Awas
London
Berlin
London Daily Telegraph
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Ermany
Kiernan
House of Alexander
Alexander, Collie
Manchester
England
Wiessinger
Beck
Bismarck
Dr. Schweinitz
Major Leech
Alderman Manning
Dublin
Cork
Corporation of the City of
Giada
Leech
Ireland
Gildersleeve
Multiple court and crime notes from regional papers
Wm. Taylor of Philadelphia burial grounds held on $1000 bail for trafficking in dead bodies. Express robbers case in Memphis adjourned for verdict. Jaques Cartier bank of Montreal suspended payment, seeking line of credit. Excursion bathers at Arkwright Island near Savannah endangered. Frank C. O. Driscoll and Charles R. Johnson drowned. Coroner’s jury in Boston Lagrange street explosion finds damages due to powerful explosive by third party. James A. Chastaine, Ely Harvey & Richardson clerk, arrested Hot Springs then released. defalcation rumored above $100,000. Brooklyn police arrest Wm. N. Mooney for Cumberland Street burglary. identified as Tompkins Avenue burglar by Mrs. Shute.
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Philadelphia
Chergea
Memphis
Jaques Cartier’s Bank
Montreal
James A.chastaine
Ely
Harvey & Richardson
Hot Springs
Ark
Chastaine
Georgia
Brooklyn
Wm. N. Mooney
Cumberland Streets
Tompkins ‘Avenue
Mr. Shute
Weather and legal notes from Utah and beyond
Warm weather and good crepe conditions reported in Utah Territory. James B. McKean, former Chief Justice, admitted to practice before the Territorial Supreme Court. New Orleans Lottery withdraws opposition to city bond plan and injunction may be dissolved. Boston lawyer Avonan Jackson’s assets and liabilities listed, postmaster general Jewell in Chicago for inspections. Agriculture expects June forecast with no major area reductions. state by state comparisons show generally favorable conditions over five seasons aside from 1572.
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Utah
Supreme Court of the
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New Orleans
Aivonan Jackson
Boston
General Jewell
Chicago
Agere
Mobwaakes
St. Louis
Baseball Scorecard St Louis Red Stockings Edge Phillies
St Louis Red Stockings defeated the Philadelphia team with a 4 to 0 score on June 15 in St Louis. The matchup showcased strong pitching and timely hitting, highlighting the Red Stockings' home-field advantage and solid defense.
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Philadelphias
St. Louis Red Stockings
Maritime News From Queenstown and Atlantic Ports
Marine reports from Queenstown and Boston arrivals list steamers Atlas and Cornwall among others arriving June 15. Vessels Othello Nevada Sarmatian and Havre France reach port while Pacific Mail steamers Colima and Colorado depart for Asia. London outbound Elysia and Moses from New York have arrived at sea, with other ships listed as sailing or arriving.
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Local Matters Case of Ex cashier Turner
A detailed report on the discharge of Charles A. Turner, former cashier at Cincinnati Post Office, amid libel suit by William Wahle. The article recaps affidavits accusing Turner of voucher fraud, notes Turner's deficits covered by relatives, and records show additional unentered receipts. Col. Thornton, Postmaster Wahle, and witnesses discuss settlement, book examinations, and Turner's conduct.
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Cincinnati
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Wable
Levee Completed and Bridge Project Up for Court Action
Levee completion to curb Little Miami floods spurs a new bridge project. Cincinnati Bridge Company bid about $80,000. County plans liens per a General Assembly grant. Some officials sought an injunction, while the old bridge remained in use during proceedings. A mysterious disruption left part of the new structure damaged as tensions rose.
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Board of Control
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Ciiicasne
Bridgetess
Union Bridge
McGehan Tragedy Inquest Opens As Guardi an Debate Rages
Probate Court hears yesterday of a guardianship petition for Suevisvel fet i Hay filed by Mr Babcock on grounds of habitual drunkenness. The McGehan homicide case and funeral at Canal Street and Greenwood Cemetery are recounted. An inquest heard testimony suggesting Tom McGeehan may implicate others in the assassination, with remarks about a note found near a saloon door and statements about Tub McGeehan’s saloon habit and Sunday presence. The court witnesses describe saloon routines on Bosin Street and the brothers’ involvement with customers and books.
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