Thurman Nominated Vice President On First Ballot
Allan G Thurman of Ohio wins the Democratic vice presidential nomination on the first ballot at the St Louis convention, Ohio senator praised for long service and defense of the constitution, with Grover Cleveland’s White House era framed as support. The convention adjourns sine die after unanimous nomination and platform adoption amid mass cheers.
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Life of Allen G Thurman and political career outlined
A detailed obituary of Allen G Thurman born November 14 1913 in Lynchburg Virginia. It traces his family, law studies, political rise from Ohio to the U S Senate and governorship, appointments by Garfield and others, European travels, key court cases, and his scholarly pursuits including French literature and mathematics.
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Washington Republicans to consolidate in July
The Washington Republican and Bern frey Creic agreed to consolidate about July 1. Senate confirms Lawson V. Moore of Iowa for Consul at Lyons France. A public dispute roils horse racing in Hancock County. Miss Maury Foster, daughter of John W. Foster, ex minister to Russia, died in Evansville Indiana. The Senate debates Bay City Michigan public building report. Mrs. Duvinney of Columbia South Carolina died after a thunder storm.
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Cyclone Kills Four in Canadian Wind Storm
A June Ottawa cyclone tore through the city and surrounding areas, lasting fifteen minutes and causing widespread destruction. A Protestant Hospital fire followed lightning strikes, with losses estimated at £5,000. In Gloucester township three men died sheltering in a barn. a Catholic church at Lillings Bridge collapsed during services, killing one girl and injuring three children. Wires are down, limiting details from outlying districts.
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Blair Educational Bill Passes Amid Legislative Prayer
Baton Royce Lu June and the Legislature adopt a concurrent resolution urging Congress to pass the Blair Educational bill. Six persons killed by an explosion in St. Pav Mino. The boiler of a portable engine at the Union depot exploded yesterday morning, wiling sx persons.
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General Sheridan in frail health amid grim hope
Washington June 8. General Sheridan rests fitfully and shows limited improvement. Bulletin notes a restless night with nauseated tongue and heavy coat, pulse 114, respiration 32. Family remains hopeful but doctors warn heart failure remains a danger, requiring strict diet and calm to endure for years.
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Mrs Cleveland Denies Unkind President Rumor
Boston June The Globe prints a Worcester letter from a widow confirming Mrs Cleveland’s denial of a clergyman’s remarks about President Cleveland. The letter quotes a reply from Frances Cleveland calling the statements basely false and praising domestic happiness. The clergyman claims misquote. alleged interview asserts Mrs Cleveland’s unhappy marriage and the President’s abusive demeanor.
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Bishops Appointed for Fond du Lac and Delaware Dioceses
At the Episcopal Diocesan convention Fond du Lac elected Rev. George M. Fiske of Providence Rhode Island to succeed the late Bishop Brown. the other candidate was Rev. H I Gratton of Boston. Fiske, age 40, reportedly leans liberal. In Delaware Dr Leighton Coleman of Sayre Pennsylvania was elected bishop by the Protestant Episcopal convention to succeed Rev. Alfred H. Lee.
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Diocese of
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Alfred H. Lee
Senate Passes Pension Increases For Widows and Veterans
The Senate sent through pension bills including increases for widows of General Thomas Kilby Smith to 75 a month, General Hentzelman to 100, and General Schimmelpfennz to 250 a month, plus a $04 monthly pension for Commodore Truxton widow.
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Republican Majority In Oregon State Vote Grows
Portland June reports show the Republican majority increasing as returns come in. Hermann leads by nearly 7000 votes and is expected to rise further. Republicans will hold seventy seats in the state legislature with Democrats around twenty, a potential further reduction in Democratic ranks.
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Memorial window to President Arthur for Trinity Church
A memorial window for President Arthur, to be installed at Trinity Church in Venosx Massachusetts, has been completed. The window stands nine feet high and five feet wide, consisting of several thousand glass pieces assembled without painting to achieve the intended effect.
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Death of Major General W L Stoughton
Major General W L Stoughton died Wednesday in Sturgis Michigan at the age of 4 ies after a long career. He served Michigan as attorney general for two terms and represented his district in the Fortieth and Forty second Congresses. The veteran officer fought at Stone River and continued public service after the war.
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Joplin Jury Awards Fulks 712,824 in Train Injury Suit
Jurors awarded David Fulks 712,824 for injuries after being struck by a train on the St. Louis and San Francisco line. He lost a heel in the accident, and the civil suit against the railroad had been pending four years.
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Connecticut Delegates Likely to Compliment Hawley
Hartford June report says no definite arrangement among Connecticut delegates for the Chicago first ballot but probabilities favor a complimentary vote for General Hawley from the delegation.
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Sheriff Closes Newberry Furniture Store on Wabash
The Chicago sheriff closed the Newberry Furniture and Carpet Co. at 284 Wabash avenue after the firm confessed judgment for about £10,001. The action follows a financial dispute and the store is now shut.
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Bankers to Hold Annual Convention in Cincinnati
The American Bankers Association executive council chooses Cincinnati Ohio as the site for the annual convention this year. The gathering will occur on Wednesday October 3 with bankers from New York and other cities attending.
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Tragedy at Fairchild Husband Shoots Wife
George C. Hersimer, a knit manufacturer in Fairchild, shot his wife on Wednesday afternoon. He died instantly, while Mrs. Hersimer survived. Domestic troubles were cited as the motive.
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President vetoes pension bill for widow over war service link
President Neron vetoes a pension bill granting a widow a pension, stating the husband’s death was from self-inflicted action and not related to military service, thereby denying the pension. The June veto clarifies the military service connection cited by lawmakers.
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Failure in the Lumber Trade in Montreal
Montreal report notes Cun, June and W. Little facing financial trouble from a lumber business in Montreal via Three Rivers. A demand for an assignment has been filed against them, with liabilities listed at about 100,000. Obscure details suggest unsettled assets and uncertain prospects.
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Cuban Bandits Dispersed After Pursuit in Santa Clara
Havana reports that troops twice overtook fleeing bandits in Santa Clara province and killed six. Officials believe all organized bands on the island have been dispersed.
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Barge Annie Lost With Crew On Kingston Lake
Kingston Canada June 8 A barge named Annie is feared to have sunk during Wednesday's storm on the lake with the captain and four crew members aboard, all belongings lost to the sea or water.
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