Tongue of Calumny on Bribery Claims in Congress History
A Washington letter traces repeated bribery accusations in U S history. It recounts Dutch Heinrichs and a Broadway gem theft, then cites a 1795 bribery case involving Randall and Whitney and a land grab scheme. Senate investigations into sugar stock later surfaced, with quotes and procedural fighting.
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Jonathan Wild
Schinderhannes
Dutch Heinrichs
New York
Broadway
Heinrichs
Jim Matthews
House of Representatives
Lemuel E. Quigg
Congress
Senate
Quay
Pennsylvania
Robert Randall
Charles Whitney
Lakes Erie
Michigan
Huron
Randall and Whitney
Credit Mobilier
Giles
Virginia
Randall and
Whitney
United States
Honest Establishment Crowns U S Governance Says Fry
Smith D Fry argues that Congress faced bribery attempts and corruption charges with restraint and transparency. He recalls Anderson's arrest and release in 1836 debates, praises McKinley era discipline, and cites wartime spending oversight and fiscal probity under McKinley and the Dingley bills. The piece defends public integrity and criticizes sensational accusations.
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Williams
Henry Clay
House of Representatives
House
Anderson
Mr. Clay
Col. Anderson
Michigan
William Henry Harrison
Meigs
Congress
William McKinley
Committee On Ways and Means
Maj. McKenley
Dingley
Spain
McKinley
Smith D. Fry
Foes of the Octopus a Ocean Creature’s Hidden Tactics
A descriptive piece exploring the octopus as a wary inhabitant of the sea. It notes its two eye adaptations for dim waters, its eight arms with 120 suckers each, and its powerful grip. The article highlights color changing blushes to blend with rocks and multiple locomotion methods including tail first jets of water.
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The
Trust
Bidders in Calcutta Harbor Locomotive Auction
Calcutta harbor authorities received bids for locomotives with the lowest English offer at 7349 dollars delivering in nine months and the lowest American bid at 5998 dollars delivering in six months.
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Calecutta
Writers demand end to press censorship in Russia
A large number of writers in Russia call for abolition of the press censor. The Chicago Record-Herald hopes their furs are ready for the trip to Siberia.
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Russia
Chicago Record-Herald
Siberia
Largest Deliberative Body in the World
The Iungarian House of Representatives is the largest deliberative body globally, boasting 751 members. This distinction highlights its expansive legislative reach and diverse representation across regions and interests.
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Iungarian House of Representatives
Bryan Warns Democrats to Rally Against Party Split
William J. Bryan denounces factional splits within the Democratic Party and urges organizing precinct clubs nationwide to oppose Cleveland-Hill-Olney-Gorman factions. He defends 1896 Chicago and 1900 Kansas City platforms as true principles and vows to fight all who oppose them. The speech, at Columbus Lincoln birthday banquet, frames Bryan as declaring war on party dissenters.
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Charleston
William J. Bryan
Cleveland
Columbus
Lincoln
Bryan
Chicago
Kansas City
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Elkins Bill Advances Trust Control in Rail Freight
The Elkins bill tightens penalties on corporations granting secret rail rebates, not on individual agents. It aims to curb illicit business benefits and boost published interstate corporate operations. The Nelson amendment creates a new department of commerce and labor to oversee disclosure and prosecutions gainst offending firms.
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House of the Elkins
Chicago Inter Ocean
Elkins
Nelson
Department of Commerce and Labor
Department of Justice
Congress
Mr. Bryan
Bryan's Appeal Splits the Democratic Party and Roosevelts Rise
The piece argues Bryan dominates Democratic sentiment rivaling Douglas, predicts a 1904 split or bolt if a Bryanite is nominated, and praises Roosevelt era Republican confidence. It outlines party divisions, the Charleston 1860 echo, and asserts Roosevelt-led Republicans have overcome opposition and kept faith with reform measures.
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Congress
Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
Democratic Dinner Etiquette Draws Press Opinions
A compilation of brief press opinions on William Jennings Bryan and his diplomatic dining choices amid Democratic tensions. Pieces from Cincinnati Enquirer Indianapolis News Philadelphia Inquirer and St. Louis Globe-Democrat note Bryan's choosy company and the party rifts affecting his prospects.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Dem
Indianapolis News
Ind
Cleveland
Philadelphia Inquirer
Columbus
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Bryan attacks Lincoln allies in party breach on Lincoln Day
The Indianapolis Journal reports that William J. Bryan harshly criticized Democratic leaders aligned with Lincoln anniversary events in Columbus. He accused gold Democrats of disloyalty and warned he will not back a platform or leader that does not suit his convictions. He signaled future participation depends on party direction.
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Tom L. Johnson
Gov
Budd
William J. Bryan
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Columbus
Indianapolis Journal
California
Hearst
Bryan
Wall Street
Cleveland Democrats
William Jennings Bryan and party leadership divide noted
The Indianapolis Journal reports Bryan maintains leadership in the Democratic Party with a sizable following while the Lord may favor the Republican side.
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William Jennings Bryan
Inndianapolis Journal
Political talk stirs crowds in Lincoln as Bryan mulls run
In Lincoln Nebraska the Cleveland Leader notes that Mr. Cleveland’s political remarks cause commotion while whispers grow that Mr. Bryan may yield the Democratic candidate spot. The Washington Star adds Bryan hints at stepping aside and letting another run. The St. Louis Globe Democrat says Republicans aim to curb trusts and Congress acts on the pledge.
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Cleveland
Lincoln, Neb
Bryan
Washington Star
Republican Party
Congress
St. Louis Globe Democrat
Tremendous Shelton Reservoir Break Floods Derby
The Feb. 23 report details three Shelton reservoirs breaking after a hole formed in the largest, triggering a torrent that ravaged Howe avenue. Water engulfed homes including Walter Nichols’s, trapping a family on an upper floor, while others like Warren Wilber suffered injuries from ice and debris. Estimated losses run to about 100000 with mills idle until gravel is cleared.
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Derby
Conn
Shelton
Howe Avenue
Walter Nichols
Nichols
Filipino Bandits Seize Scouts and Constabulary in Rizal
A force of ladrones under Gen. San Miguel moved through Rizal province capturing 30 scouts and 10 constabulary, then released them after negotiations. Inspector Mellvaine was captured near Montalban but escaped with his men. Reinforcements arrived as Gen. Allen and Col. Scott pursued, while San Miguel’s force is described as 300 strong.
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Manila
Ladrones
San Miguel
Rizal Province
Cainta
Taytay
Mellvaine
Montalban
Melilvaine
Washington Birthday Observances Across New York
Washington's Birthday was marked in New York with numerous services by patriotic societies and clergy. The Sons of the Revolution held its thirteenth annual service at Brick Presbyterian church, while Carnegie Hall hosted a patriotic mass meeting by the West Side branch of the YMCA.
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Washington
New York
Society of the Sons of the Revolution
Fulton elected US senator from Oregon
Salem Oregon February 23 C W Fulton elected United States senator early Saturday morning. Charles W Fulton born in Ohio in 1853 came to Oregon in 1875 taught school a time later locating at Astoria where he has enjoyed a lucrative law practice.
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Salem
Ore
C. W. Fulton
United States
Charles W. Fulton
Ohio
Oregon
Astoria
Strike at Mountain Copper Mines Reignites Union Dispute
Redding California February 23 The eight hour strike at Mountain Copper Co Keswick mines and smelters flares anew. Western Federation of Miners says the company discriminates against union men in hiring and not re engaging some workers. The company manager denies the accusations.
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Redding
Cal
Mountain Copper Co
Keswick
Western Federation of Miners
Pope Leo Jubilee Dinner for Rome's Poor
In Rome on February 23 the pope hosted about a thousand poor at a dinner in the Belvedere court of the Vatican to mark his jubilee. Nuns served and Swiss guards kept order as the band played. The menu featured wine and dessert amid a festive rally of gratitude and cries of long live Pope Leo.
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Rome
Belvidere
Vatican
Pope Leo
Memorial Session Honors Three Departed Representatives
In Washington on Sunday February 23 the House held a memorial session for the late Representatives Tongue of Oregon Rumple of Iowa and Moody of North Carolina, paying tribute to their memories.
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Washington
House
Representative Tongue
Oregon
Rumple
Iowa
Moody
North Carolina
Fire damages Hussey copper works in Pittsburg
Fire at C. G. Hussey & Co. copper works on Second Avenue in Pittsburg caused by a gas producer explosion burned about 200000 dollars of property early Sunday morning.
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Pittsburg
C. G. Hussey & Co
Second Avenue
Germany Seeks Immediate Payment From Mrs Bowen
The German government through Baron Speck Von Sternberg demanded £5,500 payment within 30 days to lift the blockade against Venezuelan ports. Mrs Bowen refused immediate payment, stating funds would be sent to Caracas 30 days from February 13. The issue ties to claims involving other European nations and ongoing protocol preparations for settlement of their citizens’ claims.
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Mrr. Bowen
Washington
Baron Speck von Sternberg
Mrs Bowen
Hague
Mr. Bowen
Baron Sternberg
Caracas
Bowen
Venezuela
London
Standard
Brussels
Belgium
Trainmen win wage increase on Chicago St Paul Minneapolis Omaha
The Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha railroad reaches a 20 percent wage hike with conductors and trainmen after a detailed schedule of run by run regulations is signed by the committee and the railroad’s general superintendent. The deal awaits final sign off by grand officers and the road’s president. The Great Western and Santa Fe negotiations influence further actions.
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St. Paul, Minn
Chicago, St. Paul
Minneapolis & Omaha Railroad
Twin Cities
Trenholm
Naval Officers to Test New Submarine Torpedo Boat Protector
The Protector, a 60 foot long 200 ton steel submarine torpedo craft built by Capt Simon Lake in Bridgeport Conn, is undergoing overhaul at City Island for upcoming trials. Powered by electricity underwater and gasoline when afloat, it carries two torpedo tubes and a bow opening for divers to cut cables or mine connections.
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New York
Protector
United States Navy
City Island
Bridgeert
Conn
Wner
Simon Lake
Stones and Clubs Assault at Indiana Railway Power House
In South Bend on February 23 a mob of about 150 attacked the Indiana Railway Co power house injuring watchman Deitrich and bruising J. A. Oviatt and M. L. Lester with bricks stones and clubs. Police intervened, several arrests followed including two ex-employees charged with conspiracy riot and assault with intent to kill. Property damage was reported.
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South Bend
Ind
Indiana Railway Co
Deitrich
J. A. Oviatt
M. L. Lester
Loss of historic gunboat Boyaca near Port Bethsade
The gunboat Boyaca sank at the entrance to Port Bethsade after entering the marrow channel about 40 miles north of Agua Dulce. All crew were saved. The vessel had recently sailed with the bishop of Junguite aboard for a diocesan visit. The mainmast had broken during coaling, and salvage is deemed impossible.
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Panama
Chucuito
Boyaca
Marrow Channel
Port Bethsade
Agua Dulce
Junguite
Government Circular Urges Press to Withhold Criticism of Turkey
A St. Petersburg circular to editors repeats the February 15 Official Messenger declaration urging newspapers to refrain from hostile articles on Turkey amid the Macedonian situation. It notes the czar’s constant reform aims and advises restraint toward the sultan and Turkish government.
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St. Petersburg
Turkey
Poison deaths shock Davy WV as mother hunted
Mrs Walter Dykes is sought by authorities in Davy West Virginia after her two children died yesterday from poisoning. Rumors say she administered the drug to keep the children from her estranged husband who had recently separated from them.
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Davy, W. Va
Walter Dykes
Fire destroys Poultovitsi village with twelve dead
A Moscow dispatch reports Poultovitsi village in London area destroyed by fire, twelve persons perished.
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London
Moscow
Poultovitsi
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