Various World Events and Local Incidents Reported
A wide array of 19th century items include Congress plans in Philadelphia, a New York invitation to a prince, wine appointments in St Louis, and charitable funds for Chicago. Also noted are treaties, a Vancouver Island boundary arbitrator, smallpox in New York, a leaky lake schooner near Buffalo, a Rhode Island lecture, legal cases in St Louis, and a fatal shooting near Detroit.
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Tela
Congress
Philadelphia
New York
D. BR. Risley
St. Louis
Chicago
Lapel C. Kellogg
Senor Galves
Guatemala
Sian Conend Ba
Eamshesal
Shakspeare Memorial Committee
Central Park
Raphael Pumpelly
Harvard University
Sun
Mereden
Sopmmgeegs
Reichstag
Germany
United States
England
Vancouver
Essex
Barcelona
Buffalo
Ecclesiastical Sensation and Stock Market Quiet in New York
The New York market remains quiet with no notable moves. Money is easy on call at 5 to 7 percent, banks are sending currency, and prime commercial paper shows moderate demand. Controversies swirl around Beecher church and ecclesiastical shifts, while political reorganizations and Irish tribune mentions color the day's chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times and Chronicle
New York
Stock Exchange
Alexis
Sullivant
Ohio
Governor's Island
Dr. We
Beecher
Strange Irishman Dies in Gresham Inquest Fails
A man of Irish origin died of heart disease while seeking work on the air line railway in New Albany. The inquest could not determine the deceased's name. Five thousand hogs have been slaughtered locally this season at prices from 425 to 480.
Camal Leck Caves Progress and Winter Repairs
Special Dispatch reports that Camal Leck Caves navigation work begins immediately in Prev a O on November 27 and will take about a month, with freezing expected to set in. Many boats bound for the South above the lock must stay idle until temporary repairs are completed.
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Times and Chronicle
Preva, O
Tichborne Trial Witnesses Move Across Oceans
New York reports a London letter on the Tichborne trial noting witnesses from South Africa and Australia who claim to recognize the claimant as Sir Roger. The defense aims to show these witnesses are perjured or untrustworthy.
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New York
London
South Africa
Australia
Sir Rozer
Ku Klux Committees and Civil Service Notes From 1871
Special Dispatch reports testimony on Ku Klux activity in Mississippi and Alabama aiming to destroy education and religious societies. It notes martial law deemed unnecessary, political maneuvers for cabinet positions, and ongoing government lawsuits, recoveries, and pending cases across customs, navigation, and public offices.
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Times and Chronicle
Washington
Mississippi
Alabama
Ku Klux
Pratt
Mississippi Ku Klux
Alabama Ku Klux
Northern Methodist Episcopal
Wade Hampton
Plate
South Carolina
Ohio
Garfield
Shellabarger
Ways and Means
Pennsylvania
Kelley
New York
Wheeler
Edwards Pierrepont
State Department
Williams
Oregon
Navy
London
Robeson
Prussia
Schenck
Chicago
Banfield
Treasury Department
Boutwell
Post Office Department
Customs and Navigation
Attempt to Burn a School House in Charlezestox
A late night attempt to burn the recently built public school in Charlezestox, West Virginia, reported by a special dispatch to the Times and Chronicle. The school cost about $15,000 to construct and stands as a new city facility. Police investigations are underway to identify suspects and motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times and Chronicle
aRnLzestox
W. VA
Surprise at the Ex Comptroller's Arrest
Surprise spreads as the ex Comptroller faces arrest on Sunday amid talk of a possible rescue. The case draws attention to financial dealings and legal proceedings involving named officials and political figures. Further details remain unclear as investigations continue.
Unclear arrest case stirs New York hotel rooms dispute
In New York on a November afternoon Eugen Siegeld, recently valued at 609, faced an arrest that drew attention from citizens and a hotel crowd. Samuel G. Courtney, his attorney, stated the arrest was unfounded and anticipated resolution, while defending Fonagny against threats by St. Patrick Mutual and denying any plan to flee the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Eugen Siegeld
York
Samuel G. Courtney
Fonagny
East
Courtney
Conn
St. Patrick Mutual
Foamupineta
Bles
The President's Tax Reform and Ku Klux Talk
A Washington dispatch outlines leading features expected in the Presidents internal tax revision. It notes tariff and internal policy changes may matter, with potential reference to the Ku Klux issue. The Corean murder case and the San Domingo question are also touched upon as under advisement.
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New York
Washington
San Domingo
Vigorous Pursuit of Apaches Reported in Arizona
The dispatch says troops and citizens pursue Apaches who killed an enbe and Loring. Loring was surrounded, fell, and died by a lance wound. Locals identify him, and Prescott residents mourn a broad effort to clear the reservation, though final authority rests with General Crook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
An Loring
Loring
Prescott
Crook
Mansfield v Fisk libel suit returns to court in NYC
The Mansfield libel case against James Fisk Jr resumed in an ibis court. Arguments centered on producing the original paper that sparked the suit and the propriety of certain counsel. Mansfield testified detailing her history with Fisk and the money she received through stock operations and Erie Railroad connections before the panel adjourned to December 2.
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New York
Miss Mansfield
James Fisk, Jr
Ibfof
District Xtorney Fellows
Fisk
Theyst Ae Come
Beach
Fick
McKeon
Mansfield
Poe Miss Mensfield
Angel
King
Fale
Courtfield
Boston
Philadelphia
San Wis
Frank, Lawlor
Ignis Ving
Sven
Aarp
American Club
Wm. H. Marston
Jersey City
Erie Railroad
Storms Hit Kansas Utah and Montana Cattle and Soldiers Frozen
A Journal correspondent reports a severe storm across Kansas Utah and Montana. Texas cattle froze in Western Kansas many herds dispersed and several herders died. Five bodies were taken to the city last night and buffalo carcasses were found nearby. Buffalo hunters fear more losses. Beebe Brothers Ellsworth report fifty one horses and twenty three cattle lost. Salt Lake reports snow slide deaths far higher than yesterday with a hard winter expected. Hyalena Fort Mon says reinforcements returning from Senos report wounded and being treated twelve miles from here. Frozen mica injuries hospitalizes victims toes and feet at risk. Cold twenty below zero in Helena and South decisions delay stage arrivals for thirty six hours.
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Lawrence
The
Journal
Kansas
Texas
Senos
Hereia
River traffic and repairs delay canal locks progress
Special dispatches from Louisville report the river falling to 5 feet 8 inches at the head of the canal and 30 inches at the falls. Repairs to the new locks are slow, with completion not expected until mid February. Freight activity remains fair with several boats listed for New Orleans, St Louis, and other ports while weather is cloudy and temperatures around 59 degrees. Arrivals include Belle of Pike, Minnie, Richmond, Laure, and others with noted tows and departures scheduled.
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Times and Chronicle
Louisville
Arkansas River
Palmetto
Richmond
Belle
J. H. Moulton
New Orleans
Petrel
St. Louis
Mercury
Belle of
St. Tonia
Laure
Cincinnati
Viet Rom
Louie
Bob Roy
Aires
Rankin
Evansviet
Batrae
A. M
Minnie
Foot South
Clifford
Flirt
New
PirrsporGe
Elizabeth
Cairo
Albany
Falls
Maria Louise
Chas. Bodmann
John Howard
Samson
Kate Robae
Sandy & Hager
Rising Sun
Ked &Er
Portland
Charleston
W.va
Clara Sco
Gallion
Dottie Gilbert
Loup Creek
Loup Creek. Wit Sine
Bert
Report from China and related items summarized
A brief dispatch from China and several related notes summarize events and actions. The report lists identified individuals and organizations involved and highlights key dates, locations, and outcomes mentioned in the source.
Missing witness brought to time in Suit at Cumulcotur
The court resumed at 2 PM with missing witness Fanny Blackburn brought in by a deputy. She described events at the Warner House and Parkersburg trip, and testified about letters burned by Blackburn and a letter from Blackburn to his mother alleging Mary’s guilt.
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Times
Cumulcotur
Fanny Blackburn
Newport Ferry
Warner House
Huff
Blackburn
Marr
Baltimore
Parkersburg
Coger
John
Mary
Puckersbury
Voorhees urges national convention to guide Democratic future
Hon Daniel W Voorhees urges a single date for an authoritative declaration of Democratic principles to be issued by a National Convention, with delegates from all states. The plan calls for convening at a central Western location by February 22, selecting a presidency candidate later, and uniting the party to beat Grant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel W. Voorhees
General Grant
Dantex W. Vyoouusrs
Prince of Wales Infirmary Update Amid Fever Rise
London reports the Prince of Wales endured a sleepless night as fever worsens, with the Queen at his bedside. Princess Alexandra ill according to Court Circular, Dover sees minor riots quickly quelled, and Russia massing forces, building two camps for 180,000 men near Smolensk and the Galician frontier amid tensions with Austria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince OF Wales
Lonpons
Cambria
Tripoli
Nile
Dover
Russia
Smolensk
Galician
Austria
Anarene
Toussia
Minister Appoints Rudolf Brecht to Finance Post
Dr Rudolf Brecht formerly of the Cis leithan Cabinet has been appointed Minister of Finance in a recent government reshuffle. The move signals a shift in fiscal leadership as Brecht assumes responsibility for the treasury and financial policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudolf Brecht
Cisleithan Cabinet
Mnnister
Finance
Connolly Still Hunting Ball Duke's Doings To Day
Connolly's supporters expect bail before day's end as authorities and reformers discuss his arrest. The Grand Duke reportedly visited Brooklyn amid speculation over who aided reformers and whether the committee acted appropriately in the pursuit.
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Connolly
Slippery Dick
New York
Grand Duke
Brooklyn
Pers
Foster Fort Smith businessman dies in Baroum's Hotel
In Fort Smith Ohio area Haven a prominent local businessman died in his room at Baroum's Hotel. The death is attributed to morphine but intention unclear. A coroner's jury will investigate the matter.
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Fooster
Ohio
Fort Smith
Baroum's
Guic Dal
Texas dispatch reports death of tax official
A dispatch to the Internal Revenue Bureau states that F. Mier, late Assistant Assessor in uki ae comenieeet death by own action from fear that he would ad for collecting and Government ran.
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Washington
Internal Revenue Bureau
F. Mier
Uki
Fire damages Kaufman brewery kiln and stock
At about 1 15 pm two engines rushed to Vine and Liberty streets after a fire broke out in the malt kiln of John Kaufman & Co. on Vine Street. The blaze, started in the third story when grain was drying, damaged the building by about 22 000 with stock losses near 10 900. Kaufman & Co. are insured with ten companies. Also noted is a MOC A prayer meeting shift increasing attendance and reports of prayer requests in churches after recent visits to Chicago and Milwaukee.
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Morton
Indiana
Providence
Rhode Island
Boston
Charles A. Loring
St. Louis
Republican
Germany
Kiel
Rio Janeiro
Shamrock
Edinburg
J.M. & W. P. Thompson
Gre
Vine
Liberty Streets
John Kaufman & Co
Vine Street
Liberty
Walt
Hat Creed
Kaufman & Co
WOM. C. A
Neonathy
Chicago
Milwaukee
Controversy Over a Fund in the Wands of an Assignee
The O Neill siblings sue for about 2000 from a fund held by Von Sergern in Newport. Mary O Neill, widow of the deceased, seeks dower and four children claim the balance as heirs. Evidence includes disputed photos and testimony about the deceased husband’s life and movements. Proceedings before Judge Hagans proceed with further testimony.
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Es O'Niel
Et al
John A. von Sergern Theene
Lein O Neill
Newport Harreds
von On Beneees
Mary O'Niel
John O'Niel
al Seward
Newport
Groeels
Pid Sohn O Niel
Pho
Uaband
Refusal to Grant Injunction in Brooklyn Life suit
COMMON PLEAS in session outlines Teto eJude Force plaintiffs in T. A. P. Cham versus The Brooklyn Life Insurance Company. Plaintiff seeks $10,000. defense represented by Wm. Premerey and Mr. Hallam. Colgton appears for defendant. Before Judge Murdock.
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Cinc Nnati
Spinnell R. F. Company
J.W Applejate
Coos
Gugit
Corthace
Lebanon Street
Noyes & Taft
Caldwell
T. A. P. Cham
Brooklyn Life Insurance Company
Bey
Cmay
Ates
Virginia
Wm. M. Premerey
Mr. Hallam
Catholic Church Burned in Portsmouth Fire
St Mary's Catholic Church in Portsmouth New Hampshire burned completely last night. The priest's residence was nearly consumed. Loss estimated at seven hundred dollars with no insurance.
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Portsmout
N. H
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Seoune
Murder Rumor Returns Truth in Meriden Case
Special to the New York Times reports in Meriden that a young man named Vetts murdered his mother and then killed himself. Upon investigation, neighbors confirm the act at the family home near West Meriden, following a prior illness two years earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meriden
Conn
New York Times
Merripen, Conn
Vetts
West Meriden
Young Wetts
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Ith
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Machre Bett Emmreked
Fist of Deths
E. Penrose Jones
United States Arsenal
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Dennison Miller
Detroit
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Swith Kalle
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Franklin
Rossel
Thiers
Trainer
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Harris
Murphy
Boise
Boydson County
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Columbia
D. C
Wauce
Brennan Clubs
New Albany
Camal Leck Caves
Saspes Navigation
Chuarches
Benfield
Arizona
Fisk-Mansfield
Yorkville
Miss Mansfied
Prince Eric
Utah
Montana
Cottonwoood
Additional River News
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China
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Feand
Bertie
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Eveill
Arka
Masehmeyer
Mean Wells
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Mt. Sterling
Madison County
Court Bulletin
Superior Court
Storer
Julia M
Life Oesse
Maynard Finch
Bayi Yang
French
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Sage & Hinkle
Common Pleas
Criminal Business
Josephine Garner
Yder
Metelios
WSSU
Nessere
Rosupe
Rez
W. H. Johnson & CO
Insurance
Cinsbow
Fourth Street
Vice
Law’s Insurance Agency
A. D
West Third St
Cincinnati, Ohio
Inmaurance
Imperial
Liverpool
Fire Insurance Company, London
Phenix
Vork
Continental
Fire Ins. Co
Huxley
White House
Ips
Tad Incaeen
York Tribune
Centlemen
Weellington Street
Pike’s Opera-House
Arepa-Rosa Ghu
Fe'slonk
Ieand
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Diavolo
Akl Rosa
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Z. Seguln
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Martha
Henie
Regimps
PCRS
A. Borgi
Marriage OF Figaro
National Theatre
H. J. Sargent
Sargent
Great Vaudeville Company
Herxandes
Tess
Pandez
Hernandez
You Olmerica Detoyer
Senter
Lisle Tits
J. Ish Birch
AR Willis
Pengrai
Hawley’s
Vin Vine Street Crand
Wood's Theatre
Macauley, Masager
Caas
Gayler
Sporerial Cok
Fritz
aeritz-Emmet
Karl
West Fifth Street
East Pearl St
Conner
Littlefor
Bastreek Street
Neil
Furt Wisikertes
Oe Ae Ptaonee de Goodri Alkerion
St. Joseph County
Europe
West End
Jab
K. Harin’s
Sixth St
Gok Sale
Milton
K. K
Hamilton
FR Fees
West Fourth Street
Hanksgiving
Greenwood Hall
N.B
Rice
Hibernicon
Charles MacEvor
Irish Comedy Company
Exxamp Isix
Marie D. MeeKyoy
Dan
Josie Morris
TRISH
Curwen
Wight
Enema Rerri
Probate Court
Hoeffer
Chas. A. Lynd
Prim Slaighton Lynd
Tammany
Rosenzweig
West Third
Times and Chronicle Office
BUCKY
Ciin
Helmbold
Buchu
Wilson
Bloomingdale Asylum
Lanatic
Helenbold
Jhelmbold
H. T. Helmbold
Broadway
South Tenth Street
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