Night Disaster Off Australia Claims 54 Lives On Catterthun
Dispatches from Sydney report the British steamer Catterthun struck near the New South Wales Bear Rocks at 2 45 a m and sank in twenty minutes. The ship carried 55 000 in gold and numerous passengers and crew including English officers and Chinese sailors. Only a handful survived as boats were swept away by heavy seas and lifeboats vanished.
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Sixteen mariners survive sinking of Prince Oscar after collision
The Capne from Valparaiso lands sixteen shipwrecked mariners in Philadelphia. Survivors came from the disaster south of the equator after the Prince Oscar collided with a vessel named presumably Wupknota or Easel and sank with all hands. The survivors endured a small boat with no food or water before rescue by the Chaman. Captain Henderson of the Prince Oscar recounts the sinking and lifeboat tragedy.
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Notorious Criminal Holmes and His Supposed Crimes
The article recounts the exploits of Therman Mudgett known as Holmes, confined in Philadelphia’s prison on conspiracy and murder charges. It alleges he built a house called The Castle in Chicago, disposed of victims with acids, claimed many victims, and sought wealth from graves via skeletons and gold. The piece notes the Globe’s inquiry into Tulinea’s family history.
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Traditional New Hampshire lineage questioned in Holmes Mudgett sketch
A Moynmonsing Prison sketch questions the ancestry of Holmes Mudgett born in Gilman ton Corner New Hampshire. It cites a long line of Mudgetts and Price farmers and portrays his mother recalling him as a kindhearted, well behaved child before alleged misdeeds.
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Building Collapse Kills Dozens in New York Construction
A section of an eight story building under construction at West Broadway and West Third Street collapsed. At least seven men identified dead include John Burke and Michael Flynn, with many missing. The owner is John B. Ireland. architect Charles R. Behress. contractor John H. Parker. superintendent Jefferson Beckgman was arrested. Officials will determine blame after a Building Department probe.
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Charles R. Behress
John H. Parker
Jefferson Beckgman
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Brooklyn
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Augustus Phillips
Michael Savage
John W. Schmidt
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Democratic State Convention Nominates Babb Bestow and Urges Popular Senate Vote
The Iowa Democratic State Convention met in Marshalltown with about 1000 delegates. It adopted the money plank from the national platform and rejected the minority free silver plank by 652 to 420. Nominations were W F Babb for Governor and S L Bestow for Lieutenant Governor, with a demand for United States Senators elected by the people.
Justice Jackson Dead Supreme Court Justice Howell L Jackson Dies
Longtime Tennessee native Howell L Jackson sustained illness for days then died at his Meade residence near Nashville. Born Paris Tennessee 1832 he served in the Tennessee legislature and U S Senate before a 1893 elevation to the U S Supreme Court. He was noted for pensions work and navy defense advocacy.
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Fourteen Alternates Impaneled in Durrant Trial Case
In San Francisco fourteen alternate jurors were impaneled for the Theodore Durrant murder trial at Emmanuel Church. District Attorney Haines secured Judge Murphy's approval under a new law allowing emergency jurors to be sworn in to prevent delays from illness or death, marking the first use of the provision.
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Five French bear trainers in deadly confrontation at Summitville
In Sullivan County New York at Summitville a group of five French bear trainers attacked farmer James McCombs after a night dispute. Jean Cournte died from a neck wound near the McCombs farm while Jean Lamorsux was shot in the face and another companion wounded. McCombs surrendered as coroner and district attorney opened an inquiry with both sides claiming battlefield discharge statuses.
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Bannocks Victims Reported in Fort Hall Conflict
Indian Agent Tetor reports to the Indian Bureau on Can nock trouble near Fort Hall. Captain J. Van Arsdale of the Seventh U S Cavalry says the killings were murder under treaty rights amid white hunting interests. Fort Logan endorsement backs Van Arndale and Wheaton favors favorable action.
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Henry E. Noyes
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Frank Wheaton
Department of the Colorado
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Elms at White House to be Cut Down After Beetle Infestation
Caterpillars and tree worms have damaged old elms behind the White House in Washington. Colonel Wilson orders public grounds officials to cut several trees and dig up roots. Many trees are nearly 100 years old and predate the current White House. their removal follows a beetle outbreak despite Secretary Morton’s efforts.
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Balkan Fighting and Baseball News Mix In Turbulent Dispatch
Dispatches report insurgent attacks in Macedonia with village burnings and many deaths on both sides. Bulgarian forces allegedly strike Javakli and Janabli, with hundreds killed as operations extend to the Turkish frontier. Separate notes praise National Game in Boston and league players with various trades and records across major teams.
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Atlanta Exposition Nears Opening Despite Incomplete Works
A New York Post dispatch notes the Colton States and International Exposition at Atlanta advances, with many main buildings nearly done while some nonessential structures lag. Georgia Alabama California New York Illinois Connecticut Massachusetts Pennsylvania Arkansas Colorado Florida Louisiana New Jersey and South Carolina shift to shared exhibits. A noted octagonal building for the Southern Railway Company promises a grand display, and Dr. D C Colman of Tolius Hopkins University is appointed Chief of the Department of Awards with full authority. The report emphasizes the fair’s steady progress and distinct character, aiming for an engaging holiday experience without mirroring the Chicago World's Fair.
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Census chief hopes to finish by year end report
United States Commissioner of Labor Car roll D. Wright reports on the Niicar year 1845 census expenses totaling 10 691 143 and notes that the work can be completed with current funds except for printing and binding. Only ninety workers remain, with final tasks including population schedules vital statistics and parts of the compendium and abstracts. A portion of the work was turned to the Pension Office to aid veterans claims. Reports from Victoria BC indicate the seals in Bering Sea are nearly exterminated, reinforcing calls for stricter regulations.
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The World of Transport and Gardens in Rapid Change
A discussion on the decline of horse use as bicycles and electric cars rise in urban life. Notes on livery trade declines, wheel culture in Chicago, and the shift to trolley lines. Also reviews new perpetual roses from Paris growers and a Japanese letter on paper and firecracker scripts. Mention of corn varieties rich in starch and sugar.
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Two Sacramento and Middletown Brothers Die Same Day
Sylvester Tryon a Sacramento mill owner dies at sixty nine from Brights disease after reporting heart and kidney pains. His brother Horatio of Middletown, Lake County also dies the same day from Brights disease, with both families noting identical life paths and large fortunes. Both were lifelong friends, early California pioneers linked by marriage and three sons each.
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New Seasickness Remedy Promises Instant Travel Relief
The piece touts an infallible seasickness cure tied to breathing technique as the holiday travel season nears. It notes the method is simple but impractical during long voyages and social interactions. It also reports on auction results for autograph poems by Robert Burns and letters by Sir Walter Scott in London, totaling thousands of dollars.
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