Numerous 19th century items from Havana to Philadelphia
A collage of brief notices reports movements of ships and people from Havana to Bermuda, a murder trial in Brookville Indiana, an Ale sale poll in Connecticut, and a call for extra legislative sessions. It notes hospital fires in San Francisco, war reimbursements in Connecticut, railroad stock votes in Atlanta, a London or Philadelphia robbery, forger conviction in New York, and a series of civic and criminal updates across Ohio New York Illinois and Washington with census notes and militia orders.
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San Francisco
Connecticut
Atlanta
Georgia
Atlanta and
Savannah
Akron
Ohio
Racer
American Medical
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Sandusky City
T. B. Alice
Bob
Philadelphia
Charles Brockway
Pleasanton
Citizens
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Tyndale
Springfield
Ill
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Union
United States
Ireland
Germany
Thealir Gotation of
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Race Hall
Marlborough
New Haven
English
Gene Wor Nese
German residents in London celebrate peace festival
The text notes a GermanLondon celebration of peace with some factional anger over Cluseret, who was threatened with expulsion within forty eight hours though still alive by latest accounts. The Italian Senate continues debate, with a decree on Consuls to foreign powers rejected.
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Pol
London
Cele i
Cluseret
Lo St
Tennessee inspection praises San Domingo carrier Tennessee
A special dispatch notes a naval board inspecting the Tennessee which carried the San Domingo Commissioners. They declare it a sea going vessel, noting its sailing qualities would function without machinery. The piece also mentions the president’s Boston trip and ongoing loan subscription progress.
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Tennessee
San Domingo
Gen. Banks
Boston
Society of the Army of the Potomac
Senate
Treasury
Democratic State Convention in Kentucky prompts large crowd
Frankfort on May 3 reports the Democratic State Convention at the State House drawing about 5,000 attendees and full lodging. W B Machen elected temporary chair with J A Pettit secretary as delegates prepare permanent rules and a platform tied to the party’s postwar positions. Knott and Leslie emerge as leading gubernatorial contenders, with McCreery, Beck, and Buell in play and Attorney General, Land Office, and other races shaping the field.
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Times and Chronicle
Frankfort
Democratec
State House
State Central Committee
Ge W. Pettit
W. B. Machen
Lyon County
J. A. Pettit
Owensboro
House of Representatives
Congfean
Seld
Leslie
Brown
King
Knott
McCreery
Beck
U. S
Grand Encampment I O C F Compliments to Two Officers
The Pioneer Association of this county plans for a grand picnic on June 3. Most legislators have returned home. City residents report large fishing activity at the Licking Reservoir. Alexis Keeler is noted for service as Sergeant at Arms and now serves as Assistant Superintendent for Ohio and Indiana agencies of Continental Life Insurance. Fred Flenkner is praised for his long service and role in guarding the State House grounds under the new regime.
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Times and Chronicle
CoLoumbus
Pioneer Association
Licking Reservoir
Alexis Keeler
House of Representatives
Ohio
Indiana
Continental Life Insurance Company of New York
Fred Flenkner
State House
Chio
Hamilton County
Athlon Eriday
Abe
Pendieton
Pape
Treen Todmekte
Itamitton
Towashi
Wade
Hamilton Common Pleas
Ann
John Brit
Piolaulf
Etinnett
Fe Pritis
Defense Seeks Delayed Trial Amid Public Outrage
An unnamed defendant's counsel will move to postpone the trial to a later date due to the current agitated state of public sentiment and its potential prejudice against the prisoner. Officials fear continuing disorder could prevent a fair proceeding in this county.
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Hid
Serenade to Senator Schurz Draws Large St Louis Crowd
May 2 in St Louis a serenade at the Southern Hotel for Senator Schurz drew a massive crowd from across the city. Samuel Glover praised Schurz for his stance on the San Domingo policy and the Ku Klux bill, while Schurz thanked supporters and noted Democrats and Republicans alike. A new bank project with $2 million capital and cotton sheds was outlined as a potential boost for St Louis, signaling a planned, soon to be executed effort.
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St. Louis
Senator Schurz
Southern Hotel
Welch
Copeaely
Samuel
Glover
San Domingo
Hig Adva
Missouri
Schurz
Senate
Piciooh
Soba
Sailor Killed in Collision on Katy Brainard Barge
Toledo May 3 A sailor from Milwaukee died last night when the barge Katy Brainard was struck by two rivalling ships causing a fatal crash. The victim, named eek Pomeroy, resided in Milwaukee and was aboard the barge during the incident.
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Toledo
Eek Pomeroy
Katy Brainard
Milwaukee
Putnam Murder Reevaluation and Clemency Report
Presidential clemency exercised in the Perdue case limits a sailor’s sentence to twelve years at Albany Penitentiary after a careful review. The article also notes enforcement of Ku Klux Law and discusses tensions between ship owners and monopolists, with a focus on a Putnam murder case stirring public interest.
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Charles Purdue
A J
Petal Nan
Perdue
Albany
Frankfort Convention Report Delays. Resolutions Denounce Amendments
May 5 Frankfort report from the Committee on Resolutions states the convention did not reassemble until three o'clock. They deny the constitutionality of the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments while upholding the Thirteenth. The administration policy is denounced and strong opposition to the Ku Klux Bill is voiced. By 3:15 no action, and the governor vote unlikely before 5. The convention’s conclusion appears doubtful and Knote’s governor chances are weighed.
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Times and Chronicle
Frankfort
Knote
Austria Moves to Abolish Concordat After Elections
Vienna May 3 The Minister of Instruction announced in session of the Reichsrat that the government supports abolishing the Concordat with the Church of Rome and will study practical consequences of papal infallibility for the empire and people.
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Vienna
Minister of Instruction
Semmion
Reichsrath
Rome
Roumania Election Declared For Government
BrowaRest May 3 Government wins the Roumania elections but a reported plot to plunder and kill Jews has been exposed. Ringleaders, alleged officers in the Roumanian army, have been implicated in the conspiracy, which unfolded over a week.
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BrowaRest
Ena
State Senator Jenks Attempted Suicide Amid Deficit Scandal
The Evening Thayne reports State Senator Jenks attempted suicide by shooting himself through the head with a Derringer. Jenks, longtime State Collector for a district, is a known defaulter to the State for about 14 000 to 15 000 dollars with an embezzlement affidavit pending. He was reported in critical condition with doubtful recovery prospects.
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New OnLmans
Thayune
Jenks
Fire Threatens Valley House in Wilkes-Barre Night Blaze
An alarming fire swept Wilkes-Barre last night in a stable behind the Valley House hotel at about 10 45. The blaze destroyed a dozen stables and outbuildings while the hotel roof and offices caught fire several times before containment by hard work.
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Wink Ranaaiee
Valley House
Market Report From St Louis Chicago and Toledo
May 3 market notes show flour steady at 5 dollars and 35 cents per fail siperfine, wheat higher with mixed and red milling at 150 to 165, corn around 62 to 64 cents, oats weak, and barley and lard varying. Whisky steady near 38 dollars, bacon prices range from 7 to 10 cents for different cuts, freight rates to Buffalo and Oswego noted.
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Lccar
Wester
Torino
Michigan
Dullie
Buffalo
Oswego
Local Matters Afternoon Court Proceedings
In this afternoon’s court session Ex-Chief of Police Hatin was called as a witness for the defense. Defense counsel Mr Bullin sought to show a railroad ticket to St Louis in his client’s possession, implying plans to depart. The District Attorney conceded the point without calling Mr Ruffin, closing testimony. Arguments began with Mr Hooper Kinding off, followed by Mr McDougal. The final argument will be made by District Attorney Ratemaui.
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McDougal
Ratemaui
Livingstone Reported Alive but Destitute in Zanzibar
Dispatches from Zanzibar on May 3 state that Dr. David Livingstone is alive and well, though in a destitute condition. The report confirms his continued existence but notes hardship.
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Bombay
Zanzibari
Dr. Livingstone
Weather and River Updates Across Rivers
Special Dispatch notes Monongahela at 5 feet 4 inches and rising slowly after heavy rain. Juniata heads to Cincinnati tomorrow, wharf activity moderate. Oil City river 20 inches and stationary with rain. Louisville river rose 1 foot to 7 feet 8 inches in canal, partly clear after rain, freight scarce. Port List mentions Blue Wing and America vessels. P. W. Strader ascended falls to Cincinnati.
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Times and Chronicle
Monongahela
Juniata
Cincinnati
Oil City
Louisvile
Mercury
New Orients
Blue Wing
Kentucky
America
Nashville
P. W. Strader
Italian Senate backs Papal Guarantee Bill vote 105 to 20
Fiorency May 3 The Italian Senate adopted the Papal Guarantee Bill by a 105 to 20 vote. The bill was slightly amended and sent back to the Chamber of Deputies for further action.
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Fiorency
Chamber of Deputies
Fire Department connects ward with city telegraph
Fire Commissioners report April saw twenty fire alarms. Work to link Columbia ward with the city Fire Department by telegraph has begun and should finish next week. Four alarm boxes to be installed in the ward. An extension telegraph to Walnut Hills will add three or four more boxes.
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Columbia
City Fire Department
Walnut Hills
Insurgents Defeated Near Issy as Versailles Weighs Frontline Risk
A Versailles dispatch reports insurgents hoisted and lowered a white flag at Issy before defeat, with Rommel praised by Versailles commanders. Spies warn 30,000 Nationals awaiting Paris entry while troops show no mercy. Megy faces court martial for abandoning Fort Jay as batteries shell Issy and surrounding forts.
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Versailles
Issy
Montrouge
Vauvres
Rommel
Cluseret
Point du Jour
Valerien
Paris
Parin
Megy
Fort Jay
Chatillon
Meudon
Breteuil
Belgian Catholics Push for Papal Power Support
Versailles dispatch reports General De Me rode, once Papal Minister of War and Belgian by birth, presented Thiers with a petition signed by many Belgian Catholics urging French intervention to safeguard the Pope's temporal authority.
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Lonpox
Versailles
General de Merode
Thiers
Oil market update reports dull futures and steady crude prices
Special Dispatch to the Times and Chronicle notes oil trading conditions on May 3 with a dull spot market. Crude prices show modest firmness in spots and options through May and June. The Cleveland market is described as nominal with crude around 4.70 and refined up by 20 cents amid a quiet overall scene.
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Times
Chronicle
Washinotor
Belknap
Elael
Slaughter at Clamart as Versaillists Repulsed
Paris dispatches describe a brutal clash at Clamart with hand to hand fighting and about three hundred insurgents killed by bayonet. Reports claim McMahon resigned and fort walls breached, but Versailles notes calm with ongoing minor engagements near Neuilly and a silent Commune.
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Times
Parissaye
Eforts
Clamart
Fort Imy
Lonpox
Versailles
McMahon
Fort Tnly
Neuilly
Assembly
Wood Famine Threatens Timber and Industry Conditions
A late 19th century report warns of a wood famine as vast areas were cleared between 1850 and 1860. The piece notes timber’s vital role for fuel and industry, including gun stocks and railroad sleepers, urging restraint and legislative action to prevent further waste.
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United States
Resume First Arbitrate After New Youx
A terse note references events on May 3 involving arbitration after a dispatch. It mentions military personnel stationed at a convenient distance and suggests a procedural step following earlier communications. The fragment highlights a pending dispute resolution amid military readiness.
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Youx
Sys
Fragmented 19th century English politics ramble on travel and royalty
An inconsistent OCR passage discusses Republicanism in England, public discourse, and a Prince of Wales infant death note. It weaves statements about Parliament, Westminster Hall, and a satirical remark about an elephant as a traveler, yielding a fragmented historical fragment with unclear context.
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Westminster Hall
Prince of Wales
Irving Coterie Meeting Plans Closing Entertainment
The Irving Coterie gathered at George W. Cormany’s home with many invited guests. They discussed new matters and resolved to stage the season’s closing entertainment in two weeks at Dr. E. J. Steves’s residence, ending with a reading of A Serious Family performed by talented amateurs.
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George W. Cormany
Baymitiler Street
Prent
E. J. Steves
Ehm Street
Building Permits Issued for Local Structures
Bulk building permits were issued to D C King to erect a one story brick building on the west side of Evans Street near Eighth J. W N Thompson received a permit to construct a stone wall along the north side of East Frone Street between Torrence Road and Kelley's Alley. Taste Co secured a permit for a three story brick house on the east side of Piearant Street between Fifteenth and Liberty Streets.
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Evans Street
J . W.N. Thompson
East Frone Street
Torrence Road
Kelley's'alley
Taste & Co
Budk
Fifoenth
Liberty Streets
Notices from City Improvements Board Suggested Obstructions Cleared
The Board of Improvements issues general notices naming Pat McKeon H Bowers and others to remove obstructions and repair streets Ninth and Richmond streets W street Central avenue Guicu White alleys Maiden Lane and a ven ue within specified days. The Young Men's Christian Association of Indianapolis plans an excursion with colleagues from Cincinnati receiving a warm welcome.
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Pat. McKeon
Ninth
Richmond
H. Bowers
Oval
Stach
Burvet
Central Avenue
Goodall
Guicu
Stickney & Fammar
Bre. Smith
Maiden
Young, Men's Christian Association
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
New Secret Political Organization Emerges in Jay Gould Case
In New York on May 3 the argument on why an attachment should not issue was heard as part of Jay Gould’s case. The court reached a decision at the conclusion. Meanwhile, news indicates a secret society has formed in the city with branches in most large U.S. cities, its existence leaking out among certain classes.
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William Schallenberg
Cleveland
Killee
H. G
Robt. Herring
New Jersey
Albert Pa
New York
United
Accs
Schuylkill Coal Region Workers Likely to Accept Wage Offer
Conflict reports suggest Schuylkill miners will accept operators' offer made last Saturday. Wages proposed drop from the three dollar basis to ten cents per cent plus one dollar weekly for laborers and thirteen dollars per week for miners, with uniform rates for the year. If accepted, the agreement binds those who accept to resume work immediately, possibly by Monday.
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Lancane
Sehuy
Philadelphia Bulletin
Washington. Iron Hercules damaged and towed for repairs
A damaged vessel named Hercules, part of the Reading Coal line, was towed to Wharf after sustaining a serious breach. The vessel lies partly submerged with the stern under water while pumps are being arranged to drain and stabilize the ship.
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Tee Philadel
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