France Denies Haitian Treaty. Blaine Moves to Watch
A Washington dispatch reports Blaine warned the French minister that a Franco Haitian treaty would provoke US action. Paris denies any such agreement, while Blaine plans to send two warships to Haiti. The story adds France may be engaging in secret negotiations.
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French minister Roustan and Roland dock at Pensacola
Observers link the arrival of Roustan the French minister in Washington and the frigate Roland to a reported treaty between France and the Legitime Haitian government. The 52 hour conference ended with the Roland set to coal and sail likely toward Haiti.
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Nomination of Haitian commissioner recalled by President
Washington reports indicate the president recalled the Haitian commissioner nomination after release to the press. Beverly Tucker told friends the president withheld the nominations due to his civil war record and postwar government probes. Administration aides say Tucker was selected by the state department, but final action remains uncertain.
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Haitian War Ends As Hyppolite Victorious In Revolt
Reports from New York and London detail Hyppolite and his rebels winning the Hayti conflict. Legitime generals flee, Port au Prince threatened, and commerce expected to rebound. Separately, the Parnell commission adjourns to June 18 with testimony from Nationalist MPs expected.
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Not to Renew the Treaties Among Italy Austria Germany
The Berlin correspondent reports a decision to drop renewing treaties among Italy Austria and Germany. A joint letter from King Humbert and Emperor William to Emperor Francis Joseph received cordial approval in reply.
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Annual Naval Review at Spithead Sets August Date
The Spithead naval review is fixed for August with three European monarchs expected to attend. Nelsons famous battleship Victory will lead the line with survivors from Trafalgar era on board.
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Servia Arrives at Liverpool Fire Engulfs Forehold Cargo
The Cunard steamship Servia from New York reached Liverpool after a fire in the forehold where cotton bales were stored. Passengers were evacuated with no loss of life, though the cargo and much water damaged the hold. The crew and local help battled the blaze as news praises their bravery.
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Police Drop Apparent Murder Mystery After False Lead
In Washington on May 29, a reported sighting of a dead brother by Mary, a colored woman, led police on a three day chase. They arrested Moss who guided her, but she could not identify him. It was revealed the man was not her brother and remained in Philadelphia. The case was dropped.
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Sioux leaders say Sioux bill will be ratified
John Grass of Standing Rock and White Swan of Cheyenne visited Pierre on Monday to discuss the Sioux bill. They stated the measure would be ratified, with only objection over not granting the south bank of the Cheyenne River. They prefer cash payment to land.
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JURY DISAGREEMENT IN FAULKNER TRIAL AND OTHER BRIEFS
Rochester May 20 jury in Faulkner trial reports no verdict and is discharged after 11 to 1 ballots for conviction. Ex-Supervisor Goetzman identified as holdout. Faulkner bail reduced to 15000. Also: Velte in Grand Rapids kills mother then himself. suspected insanity. Wreck report near Lancaster as freight collides with Parkesburg work train. no injuries. President to attend Brooklyn memorial services, stay with Gen. Knapp. Mind Reader in New York inquest. coroner cites autopsy timing details on death of Scientist Bishop.
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Stonebraker's Liniment Advertises Night Bird Rhyme
An ad featuring a rhymed call to the Ow and Night Bird voice promotes Stonebraker's Liniment as the sole remedy for neuralgia and rheumatism. The copy claims the product cures these ailments and sells for twenty five cents per bottle.
Presbyterian assembly debates temperance and minister figures
At New York May 29 the General Assembly debated a temperance resolution with Dr Crosby leading to strike his protest. A joint committee was formed to study increasing ministers and early entry to the ministry. Financial plans for disabled ministers were outlined with $616,000 raised by June. A proposal on the African slave trade was adopted and a New Jersey synod issue was referred to a five member committee.
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Westchester
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Chicago
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Africa
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Judiciary Committee
Bishop's Queer Death and a Boston Benefit Case
New York May 29 Dr Robertson physician to a mind reader was called to the Bishop death case and said he treated the deceased and knew he was subject to catalepsy. He would not autopsy soon after death noting heart revival during attack. Boston May 29 Supreme court Judge Charles Allen enjoined Standard Benefit Insurance from further business and appointed a receiver for noncompliance with insurance laws and officer salaries.
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Bishop
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Supreme Court
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Standard Benefit Insurance Association
Heavy Storm Strikes Lake Ontario Shipping Threat
A heavy gale on Lake Ontario feared to wreck three lumber barges ashore at Point Peter. Lifesaving crews assist as Wellington station provides aid. crews reportedly may be lost.
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Car thieves raid Pennsylvania company fleet at Entreat
News summary notes 21 cars robbed from a Pennsylvania company train service after arriving at Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad. A large quantity of valuables was stolen. Also reported is Henry George Single Tax club purchase of 1700 acres in Sullivan county New York intended to resemble Tuxedo Park named Merrywood.
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Baseball injuries and rising roots in Australian clubs reach Melbourne and Adelaide
Tom Burns of the Brooklyns suffers a severe leg injury sliding into second at Columbus keeping him out for weeks. The Adelaide correspondent notes baseball taking root in Australia with many clubs forming in Melbourne and Adelaide, and suggests summer play could boost cricket. Additional notes mention Ward praising Forest City prospects, Keenan's strong hitting, Fogarty's rare error, Clements leading Philadelphia, Milwaukee pursuing Louisville, Stovey and Holmes cut, Ray's release talks, Baltimore's losses, a yacht race in the Essex coast with Irex leading, and Grand Central Trotting dates across major cities.
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Tragic Rail Collision in Stepney Causes Multiple Deaths
Engineer William B Look of Great Barrington Mass died after a collision on an up train. Brakeman Charles Olds died at the scene and John La Monte and James McDermott were injured. Cause cited as disobedience of orders and miscommunication involving Stepney dispatch. Superintendent Lyon to investigate. wrecking train dispatched.
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Insurance Case Sensation Claims Hillman Alive and Arrested
Topeka Kansas May 29 a sensation grows from the report that John W Hillman of Lawrence is alive and under arrest He had taken out life insurance totaling 35000 in 1878 and was later said to have been shot in Wichita with John Brown The body was brought to Lawrence under the claim it was not Hillmans and the widow pressed the suit for years FRANKLIN Mass May 20 Comey Foxboro found dead near Pondville with five bullet holes domestic troubles cited as possible cause His widow and child noted in the report
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Gas Company in Trouble in Mount Joy Case
The Mount Joy Gas company has executions filed against it for 8 527 dollars. The principal creditors are Lowe Manufacturing company. Liabilities are not yet known.
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Tschigorin and Weiss Tie In New York Chess Finish
In New York on May 20 the chess masters Tschigorin and Weiss again drew as they attempted to break a tournament tie. They will divide the first prize of 1750 dollars and share the title of champion.
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Governor signs multiple bills except sectarian aid
The Pennsylvania governor approved orphan schools and revenue commission bills and soldiers' orphans' appropriations while vetoing acts funding sectarian institutions. Scranton papers say the city bank's liabilities exceed 300000 and directors face potential criminal action after deposits were withdrawn as solvency became known. The Knights Templar conclave in Easton opened with Lu Lu temple conferring the order of ability and Hugh De Payens commandery welcoming visiting knights and ladies at their asylum.
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