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Newspaper

Cranbury Press

Location

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1888

Page

4

Terrible Broadway Elevated Car Disaster Kills Three

A massive failure of hoisting apparatus on the Talon Elevated Railroad in Brooklyn caused a wreck on Broadway at 9 15 am. Three men died and about fifteen were seriously hurt as an entire car and horses were crushed under debris. Ambulances and police flooded the scene. many injured were treated at St Catherine's hospital.

Talon Brooklyn Broadway New Road Reid Avenue Thirteenth Precinct Edr Chard, Kirschner Patrick Clark Elevated Railroad Company Thomas Thompson Michael McAnier Thomas Meuton John Schacter Fast Ninth Street New York Thirteenth Precinpt Eaven Marbush Avenue Tomcreiss St. Catherine's Hospital

Multiple violent incidents reported in Mount Pleasant and beyond

A sequence of tragic and violent events is described, including a fatal affray among Hungarians at Mount Pleasant Ponn and injuries to Constable Staefler. Additional items mention a fire destroying Tus-Tow Hospital at St Albans Vermont with two suffocations, a cattle tram accident in Stroudsburg killing 400 cattle, and various other crimes, accidents, and political notes across states and at national level.

Mount Pleasant Ponn Staefler Tus-Tow St Albans Ver-_ mont Charles Chandier Susan Gates Stroudsburg Penn D. C Grant_pirish Tor Grace Nelson Jean Barriste Lanrsy Catholic Church Santa Fe New Mexico

America’s Republican hopes in 1884 national canvas

Florence Italy. Hon James G. Blaine urges Republicans to unite for the National Convention in Chicago to nominate a President and Vice President. He praises gains since 1880, cites party revival and Northern state prospects, and urges loyalty to restore governance under the GOP. The letter blends party history with forward campaign outlook.

Brornier Italy Tan BR. Vs Jones, Esq Clemennas Salonnad Republican Party Chieagze United Diefedin Garffold Arthur Alamin Vols Union Sey Iss Eli Ita Poste Bubong Thay Press National Demintration Harn Lenlins Repubhicans Vonesalmont Ameran Penile Haswafermly Wade Hess Dirk Wits America Jin Crowis Shiek Republe

Millionaire Snell Murdered in Chicago Home Burglary

Amos J. Snell a wealthy Chicago real estate owner was found shot in his bed at 425 Washington Boulevard Claragy after burglars entered through a kitchen and basement stairs. They rifled the house stole papers and left, Snell firing at them as they fled. The three story residence housed offices and safes but yielded no obvious valuables. Snell leaves a wife, daughter and son and was linked to prominent Chicago property interests.

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Dramatic and Musical Scenes Feature in New York Tour Wrap

The piece reports on Miss Senta Mara touring with Alvtstarrim and performances by Joan Brown in a new play by WT Prive. It notes plans for a grave tribute to Dr. Leopold Dimtosch and posthumous works by his son PaGasini. Also mentions Opera and theatre personalities around New York City, including references to Wallack's Theatre and Kansas City revival activity.

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Lamp Blast Kills Six in Silver Brook Mine Hall Disaster

A lamp explosion sparked a blaze at a two-hall frame building near Silver Brook eight miles south of Hazelton Penn. About fifty workers and visitors, returning drunk from Hazelton, were trapped. Seven killed or mortally burned including five men and a girl. many others burned or injured. Survivors, scattered, were taken to Silver Brook for care.

Silver Brook Havelton Penn Lawrence Manel John Daicher Holl Hazelton John Suido Sternlly Romtad John [Lins Johm Seddo John Kobinko Mary Bhehnely Yankovitich Mary Mantick Paul Sisskowaté Mantick Paul Siskowity Mia Minlick Peter Manski Jay Paul Srakowitz Mancick Wade

Farm Animals Fade in Agriculture Department Report

The February statistical report from the Department of Agriculture shows nationwide gains in livestock totals with cattle and hogs rising while mules and horses fluctuate. Overall the agricultural stock reaches over forty-four million swine and cattle totals, with prices and per cent declines noted across several classes.

Department of Agriculture Department of Agricultary Ge Conteml &T Ati Ivanen Psse Raese Fay

Operation Performed in the German Crown Pripes

A surgical operation described as a tracheostomy was carried out in a large hospital room converted into a bedroom. Surgeons Professor Ba ave and Dr Braman performed the procedure with collaborators present. the patient’s condition included bronchitis and critical risk but no crown during the operation. The medical team expressed confidence in the patient’s speedy recovery and praised the courage of the Crown Prine.

Bernann Wott Baave Braman Othe Vilke Zinta Maelaneie Haat Sehramler Dad Krause Peper Coghey Mackenzie San Remo

Labor unrest and industry notes across the U S steel and rail sectors

The piece reports on wage disputes and labor actions in the steel and railroad industries, including wage cuts in 1 per cent proposals, strikes, and countermeasures. It notes plant reopenings, capital increases, and workforce tensions across major producers and regions, with mentions of unions and company responses. It also sketches export activity and livestock movements tied to broader economic conditions.

Mexican cavalry executes pursuit and captures outlaw bandit

Captain Samdrid leading four cavalrymen penetrates into Camago area and captures Wouwez, a noted bandit, after a brutal engagement. Fernandes betrays the unit directing them astray. Sanadend orders execution by troops for the deceiver. Bandits flee toward Texas, leaving at least twenty riders believed to be in hiding around the Geilo ranch in Star county.

Samdrid Camago Mexico Wouwez Vasquez Adolfo and Antone Valiiag Uaplan Bamadeul Fernandes Sanadend Fernandes II Thio Texas Geilo Star County Vesa

Queen Victoria Speech Outlines UK Reform Bills and Affairs

The Queen's Speech at a London ministerial banquet announces bills to regulate public spaces and transport, address land transfer and employers liability, and improve local government and education. It notes Ireland's declining crime and sacmi conditions, and Afghan boundary talks with sugar conference. Parliament will review expenses for Australian aquaculture.

London Ireland

New Lehigh Territory Politics and Vatican Reconciliation

The snippet notes shifting politics in Lehigh Indian Territory with protectionists forming a new cabinet. It reports American bishops seeking to reconcile Father McGlynn with the Vatican amid broader church intrigues. A Boston State House crack discovery is also mentioned.

Lehigh Indian Territory Srish Parser Bigtanck Berin Reichstag Father McGlynn Vatican Boston State House

Consumption Surely Cured by Dr Pierce's Remedy

An advertisement claims Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cures consumption with testimonials from a Mr Smith. It promises thousands cured and offers two free bottles to readers who send their address and express details. The note is signed by T A Slocum M C from New York.

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