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Newspaper

Cranbury Press

Location

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1891

Page

4

Treasury Report Shows Annual Revenue and Debt Adjustments

The annual report to Secretary Foster details government revenues at 393,013,HT for the past fiscal year, a drop from the prior year, and non ordinary expenditures of 355,372,634. It notes reductions in public debt payments, currency changes, and assets and liabilities including treasury balances, national bank notes redemptions, and shifts in circulation.

E. H. Noboker United States Foster Tothim Wort Treasury Ent Treasury Notes Sabedd Ailyer National Bank Poten Fue

New Gunboat Machias Launched at Batu fe

The Machias, a steel gunboat first of two authorized by Congress, was launched at Batu. The vessel features twin screws, vertical expansion engines, 600 borza coal at ten knots, and an eight four inch rapid fire battery. Naval officials push ship work while avoiding overreliance on optimistic intentions.

Machias Batu Ethel Hyde Bath Iron Works New York Maine Messrs. Cratap Theo

Storm claims lives as three fall in Havestin Bay

Epitomized report from Eastern and Middle Staten details a deadly storm in Havestin Bay where three men perished among dozens. The piece also notes Navy Yard discharges at Brooklyn and various protests of violence including a murder confession in Concord New Hampshire.

Eastern Middle Staten Oxny Haverstinw Bay Maine Thedfiantonomot Brooklyn N. H.) Navy Yard Connecticut Senate Supreme Court Concord N. H Hiram Rochester N. HH M. L. Strauss Florida Palatine Bridge Tavell Moe Lehigntoo

Montgomer y launched at Baltimore steel works

A chaotic jumble reports multiple 1890s era incidents across North America and Europe. It notes a Montgomery launch at Columbia Iron Works Baltimore, a Cleveland shooting, rail accidents near Lima and Ottaw, a Sparrow Point factory explosion, a Mo crash at West Plains, and other violent events. It also lists political appointments, naval orders, and international crises including French coal disaster and Manchurian events.

Tourteo Lyerulser Montgomery Columbia Iron Works Baltimore Aid Jupor Iturua P. Ranney Ohio Bar Jan Cleveland Ottaw T Ohio William Meadrows Farry Knips Lima Provzsson W. H. McConatys Maysville Ark Sparrow’s Point Ald Weat Plains Joszpu McKay Ukiah Cal Joaquin Millar Sierras Harry Miller

Prominent Figures and Notable Names in a Vast Tale

A garbled roster of famous figures and events appears. Quen Vicronza recalls Cot Sanxey, Derry is honored with 2000 infants named after him, and the Princess of Wales marks her forty seventh birthday. Names span royalty, politics, and society across nations with scattered biographical flashes and antiquated references.

Quen Vicronza Cot Sanxey Ang Derry Princess of Wales Jorn Mares Wyoming Frank Sartoris Nellie Grant Man Ansz Mane Mazzisi Afflan Italy Gunopoff Tur Ignace Paderowski New York City Bararacepa Boulanger Tur Czar Russia Central Committee of Relief Story Mr. Hooker Rome Eternal City Joux Patuza Grand Army of the Republic Tur Lato Wurtemberg Qinner Lhortsant Goversxon Ira J. Case Alvin P. Hovey Clarkany Monroe County Move

Martin D Loppy Executed at Sing Sing III

Martin D Loppy the wife murderer was executed by electric chair at Sing Sing III. Official notice from Warden Brown confirms the 12:09 execution time and that no further details would be released. A report notes a renewed alliance between two families and details of a Canadian ties.

Martin D. Loppy Sing Sing Thorigna Brown Dune Inst Warriul Lappy Nates

Bombing of Sage Office in New York Kills Bomber and Wounds Broker

A blast at Russell Sage’s office on Broad Way near Rector Street in New York killed the bomber and severely injured Sage, a clerk who later died, and several others. The assailant, calling himself Wilson, demanded 1.2 million dollars and carried a satchel containing a bomb. Sage and witnesses described a dramatic, deadly eruption that wrecked the building and left debris, blood, and torn bodies in the aftermath. Norton, the aide, was blown through a window and later found unconscious on Rector Street.

New York City Russell Sage TL Broadway Rector Street Wilson Sage Sago Washington, E. Connor & 0 Msu Charles E. James Nassau Street Mr. Snage Mr. Sago Mr. James Mr. Sage Afr Robertson Laidlaw Colonel Slocum Ben Clarks Russall Sages Frank Robertson Charles James Norton Chicago, Burnington & Quincy Connor & Co Miesell Vores John D. Rockefeller James Cha Man Woo

Naval Armament Plans From Commodore Folger Report

Commodore Folger, Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance, estimates next year's bureau expenses at 4 780 291 dollars. Armament plans include new vessels and a gun program ranging four to thirteen inches. A 50 000 pound gun cotton order is placed with Dupont for a plant startup in five months. Submarine gun use on rams and a reporting boat are advised. Armor plate strength is noted as high.

Folger Bureau of Ordnance Bureau Burov Duponty

Dom Pedro Dies in Paris After Long Reign

Dom Pedro died in Paris of diabetes a few nights ago with Princess Isabilio at his bedside. Born December 3, 1695 in Rio de Janeiro he became Emperor in 1831 and was crowned in 1841. His reign saw a failed assassination attempt in 1889 and Brazil’s move toward a republic.

Dom Pedro Paris France Isabilio Emperor Braz Dom _Pedro Rio de Janeiro Theresa Christina Maria Francis I Naples toMs Brazil Novortibs Petropoli Viscount di Ouro Petro Alazo Banda

Global Gleanings and Early 1889 World News Report

An assorted 19th century digest notes economic and social data across nations. It cites France currency, Denmark flu, India crop fail, Argentina wheat outlook, Russia famine concerns, and regional disease outbreaks, plus a fast New York Washington train record and census funding needs.

National Banks Report Shows Bank Growth and Failures

Comptroller F. S. Lacey reports for the year ending October 31 that 193 new National banks were organized with $20.7 million in capital, while 41 associations liquidated and 25 left, yielding a net gain of 127 banks and $12.505 million in capital. Failures rose to a record high, due to crop failures and speculative pressures, with calls for stricter director duties and tighter officer lending restrictions.

Carrecy F. S. Lacey Wayblogton Leese Ty Inn Miaessappa Rives

Opening of Fifty-Second Congress Amid Rain and Ceremony

The Fifty-Second Congress opens with a rainy day in Washington as the Senate gallery fills for the swearing in of seventeen new senators. Vice President presides, credentials read, and questions arise over Mr. Brice’s Ohio residency before oath. House promptly adjourns after roll call and initial speeches.

Senate Gallerica J. G. Butler

Charles F Crisp Named Speaker After Ballot Fight

The Democratic caucus in Washington nominated Charles F Crisp of Georgia for Speaker on the thirtieth ballot, with 110 votes to 105 for Mila of Texas. Crisp's background includes Confederate Army service, law practice in Georgia, and multiple judicial and political posts.

Chisr Georgia Chamber of the House of Representatives Washington Charles F. Crisp Mila Texas Springer Ilinois Bravens Massachusetts Mc3ilurn Tennessee Afr Air Hatch Missouri Charles Frederick Crisp Sheield England Otn United States Savannah Macon Virginia Hie Re Yoase Fort Delaware Ellaville Schlay County Americus Southwestern Judicial Circuit General Assembly Oost Congress Commerce, Manufucctures Pacific Railcoats Ife

New York Armored Cruiser Launch Breaks Records at Cramp Yard

The New York, largest US warship yet, launched at Cramp's Philadelphia yard in a snow white ceremonial debut. With 25,000 spectators, the cruiser will bear 475 officers and men, reach 20 knots, and cost about 3.035 million dollars plus bonuses.

New York United States Navy Cramp's Philadelphia Penn Empire State Daughters of the Metropolis Helen Page Delaware Wessel Tony United States Cramp Phiiladelphia Baltimore Washington Borris Morton Tracy Nobie Abo

Senate 2p Day nerves as new officers take oath

In the Senate, the oath of office was administered to Jones of Arkansas re elected. Florida’s Mr all and Idaho’s Mir Dubais were sworn in. The House adjourned after a brief session and election actions including Crisp for Speaker and officers named.

Senate Jones Arkanasay All Florida Mir. Dubais Idaho House Joint Committee Messra Sherman Harris Voorhees McPherson Mg. Holman Indfangy Holman Charles F. Crisp Georgia Henderson Thomas B. Neal Maine Skunpoon Kansas Thomas C. Watson Orca Reed Watson Elent Baker Clover Davis Yavoron Kea McKechan Mr. Crisp Mills Mr. Reed Indlays Crisp Afr Kerr Pennsylvania

Five Die In Explosion At Clinton Dynamite Plant

A massive blast at the Clinton Dynamite Company plant in Haverstraw New York killed five workers and injured many others. The frame building 50 by 100 feet produced cartridges and explosives, with debris flying hundreds of feet.

Clinton Dynamite Company Haverstraw N. Y Armandables John Waisworth En- Iaver Peter Carlossa Jovan Adelly Perry Userry Josep Williams Wadaworth Carlossa Willams Adelly Wingle Perry Lounsburry Peekykill Haverstraw Bay Lounsberry Aiusk Ao Dyby Farrell Dondero Matt

Chinese Rebels Suppressed Amid Beheadings and Massacres Reported

A Pekin cablegram details Imperial forces under Brigadier General Niel routing rebels in Kinchow and nearby areas. It says the rebels were defeated with their leader killed, while mass beheadings and massacres of Christians and foreigners occurred in other towns. An association called the Temporary League is blamed for the violence.

Pekin China Niel Kinchow Jeho Itgy Temporanea League Errth Hero Niuehanz Laconte Chivess

West St Paul Building Collapse Kills Ten Men

In St Paul a west side building fell amid a heavy blaze, burying workmen under debris. Ten men died and five were injured, including a severely injured worker who later died en route to hospital. Contractor Wilcox died in the mangled wreck. Authorities blamed the weakened structure and heavy debris removal for the collapse. Wheat crop losses across Minnesota and neighboring states due to labor shortages and exposure are estimated at 3,000,000 bushels in the north and 20,000,000 in the south.

St Paul Minn Shepard Otto Indiana Wilcox Minnesota Dakota Iowa Konars Nebraska

Fire at Detroit Grocery Kills Four Children

Early morning blaze at George J Rais grocery on Orleany Street Detroit traps family members. Charly Rel aged twenty two dies and brothers Joseph eleven and Edward seven perish. older boy reportedly tried to warn others before perishing. Father and mother injured in fall from stairs. Two other children Max ten and Tony twelve and a hired girl escape through windows. Firefighters and police investigate cause and fate of missing names.

George J. Rais Detroit Mich Smotherea Charly Rel Joseph Aml Edward Heromon Oath —Cotten Oogena Ataira Max Tony Typolice Pud Firemos

Labor News Roundup Reveals Global Union Movements

A messy 19th century style summary notes unions forming or expanding across New York Italian cabinet makers, New Orleans and St Louis electrical workers. It cites an eight hour day push in New South Wales and Italy, mine workers in Houtzdale and Hungaria, Chinese boycotts in California, and orchard labor needs in Placer County.

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