PENSIONS Debate Split on Union Veterans Payments
Mr Livingstone of Georgs argues for amendments to pension law as Southern men favor funding for Union veterans. Transfer of the bureau to the War Department is cited to remove politics. The Senate and House agree on a substitute for last session’s coupler bill, and Hawsen commissioners present to the President as provisional government is recognized.
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Mr. Livingstone
Georg
Bureau
War Department
Senate Passes Rail Safety Bill With Automatic Couplers
The Senate disposed of the railroad safety bill by adopting the house substitute and passing the measure 39 to 10. The afternoon featured heated debate over a California land commission and Sequoia Yosemite reserve cases, while other items remained unfinished. The railway car coupler bill returns to the house for final action.
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Washington
Senate
House
Yeas
Felton
California
Secretary of the Interior
United States
Sequoia
Yosemite
Dolph
Messrs
Blodgett
Brice
Daniel
George
Gorman
Harris
Morgan
Sawyer
Stewart
Vance
House Adjourns Without Pension Debate Result
The House session ended without action as Democrats failed to shorten debate on the pension appropriation bill. Republicans resisted limits, and the minority prevailed. Livingstone supported the pension amendments as a southern Union veteran and urged transferring the pension bureau to the War Department. The body paused for memorials to Edward F. McDonald before adjourning.
Harrison Receives Hawaiian Commissioners at White House
President Harrison informal reception of Hawaiian provisional government commissioners at the White House included an informal discussion on Hawaiian matters. Secretary Foster presented each commissioner and filed their credentials among state records, marking formal recognition from the U.S. government.
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Washineron
Harrison
Provisional Government
White House
Foster
State Department
Hawaiian commissioners meet with Foster on status and costs
Washington February 11 The Hawaiian commissioners moved into formal diplomatic status and met Secretary Foster at the state department for about ninety minutes The talks aimed to present their formal proposition while seeking a united view on expenses and avoiding annexation The conference adjourned until Monday with ongoing detailed discussions and directions against annexation.
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Washinecton
Foster
State Departments
State Department
Government backs Hawaii annexation push
Washington reports the government is practically committed to annexing Hawaii and will send a message to Congress next week. Commissioners are confident in the current negotiations and expect tangible results soon.
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Washington
the Star
Hawaii
Congress
Panama investigation session yields unclear ledger figures
Wasu HineTon Feb 11 Secretary Colne testified in the Panama canal inquiry. He could not explain ambiguous figures opposite accounts, said he had not seen the books for years, and noted there was no ledger. The committee heads to New York on Monday to continue.
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Panama
Wasu HineTon
Colne
Panama Canal
Coline
New York
Sherman amendment to aid specie resumption act
Senator Sherman gave notice of an amendment to a general appropriation bill to empower the secretary of the treasury to carry out the specie resumption act of January 14 1875. The amendment aims to facilitate the return to specie payments by enabling treasury actions under the act.
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Washington
Sherman
Secretary of the Treasury
Authorized Bond Issuance Under Resumption Act Provisions
The act permits issuing and disposing bonds at par in coin or US bonds up to 3 percent interest. They are payable semiannually, redeemable any time after five years, with the same privileges and exemptions as bonds authorized by the act. Proceeds fund the purposes specified in the resumption act to ensure full effect.
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United
United States
Treasury Boosts Gold Reserves Amid Heavy Shipments
Washington Feb 11 The treasury reports a $3,750,000 increase in gold in the vaults over the last ten days bringing total gold to $111,927,679 with $11,927,679 free. Customs receipts at New York since Feb 1 amount to $4,525,391 versus $482,445 last February. Senate privileges and elections committee Democrats hold frequent talks on possible contests next session. Martin of Kansas plans credentials after March 4. Secretary of State orders consuls in Canada to seal cars entering the U S with official seals only.
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Washington
Iis Cellany
Washgton
Treasury Department
New York
Senate Committee On Privileges
Senate
Martin
Kan
Ball
Marsh
Secretary of State
Secretary of the Traesury
United States
Canada
United Sides
Caeda
Reprieve Case Spurs New Confession Link to Robertsons
Mexico Missouri February 11 News of J T Cumberland s reprieve from a Mason City Iowa hanging for the murder of James Robertson Jr and his wife uncovers a new confession tying William Davidson and a man named Christman to the killings Cumberland s wife s sister in law Mrs George Boomer says Davidson wrote a confession and Cumberland found the pair in a barn while Cumberland was away they allegedly told Cumberland they would kill him if he did not help bury the bodies Davidson fled the country and Cumberland confessed to save his relative Davidson is said to have left after informing his wife of his plan to reveal the facts while Mrs Boomer says Davidson acted under pressure from his own weak mind
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Mexico
J. T. Cumberland
Mason City
James Robertson
Gon
Cumberland
Iown
William Davidson
Christman
Robertsons
Davidson
Davwidson
Fultop
Boomer
Gresham
Judge Gresham
Washington
the Treasury
Arthur
Post Office
Lumley Plans Suit Over Coney Island Club Contract
Arthur T Lumley claims a contract with the Coney Island Athletic Club as agent at 3000 dollars per year and will sue for damages. He says the club is the best money making investment in the country. Net profits are about 175000, with John Y McKane taking 85000 and the remainder shared among sporting dignitaries and associates.
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Lumiley
New York
Arthur T. Lumley
Coney Island Athletic Club
Lumley
Roun
Jonn Y. McKane
Miraculous Escape on Santa Fe Train Wreck at Baring
The second section of Santa Fe passenger No. 3 from Chicago to Kansas City wrecked at Baring Missouri. The train passed through a trestle and toppled two coaches to the ground while the sleeper remained wedged. No deaths and no serious injuries reported among passengers.
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Kansas City
Santa Fe
Chicago
Baring
Flood Expected to Reach Fifty-One Feet in Cincinnati
Cincinnati reports indicate a flood crest around 50 to 51 feet with the stage at 46 feet inches by 10 PM and rising about one inch per hour. Water already 20 inches above the danger line. Tributaries above the stems show fair reports and preparations at exposed locations are underway to limit damage.
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Cincinnati
Coast board opens inquiry into Stamboul trotting record
The Pacific coast board of appeals of the National Trotting Association began an investigation into alleged fraud in Stamboul's 1907 trotting record. Official timers testified the time was correct, signaling no fraud. A witness suggested charges may have arisen from attempted blackmail.
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Stoceton
Cal
Fed
Pacific Coast Board of Appeals
Stamboul
Bank Run Alarms Economite Society in Pirrspuren
Depositors feared state proceedings against the Economite society sparked a run on the Economite bank in Pirrspuren Pa this morning. All depositors were paid in full and confidence was restored as officials said there is enough money to meet all demands.
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Ben. Pirrspuren
Economite Society
Economite Bank
Noted Horseman Geo W Ingraham Dead at Dixon Iowa
Geo W Ingraham died at his Dixon Iowa home early this morning from paralysis. A famed horseman, he had been afflicted for about four years and unable to race. He was 50, born in Ohio.
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Curiaco
Geo. W. Ingraham
Dixon, I
Ohio
Montana Senatorship Ballot Tally Reveals Clark Lead
Helena Montana February 11 The senatorial ballot results show Clark with 27 votes Mantle 2 Dixon 9 Sanders 12 Clark received four Republican votes The tally outlines the distribution among named candidates and party lines in the Montana election contest.
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Montana
Helena
Mont
Clark
Mantle
Dixon
Sanders
Senatorial Ballot Counts in Cheyenne Wyoming
In Cheyenne Wyoming on February 11 the senatorial ballot shows John P. Robinson as Republican with 22 votes. John O Thompson Democrat has 13 votes, John E Osborne Democrat 7, G W Baxter Democrat 5, with others scattering.
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Wyoming
Cheyenne
Wyo
John P. Robinson
John O. Thompson
John E Osborne
G. W. Baxter
Outlaw Bush Morgan Murdered in Hussaro Springs
Hussaro Springs Virginia February 11. Bush Morgan a notorious mountain outlaw was killed last night by an unknown assailant Morgan had murdered seventeen men in his career leaving a void in the region's lawless history.
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Hussaro Springs
Bush Morgan
Morgan
Gresham Widely Rumored for Cleveland Cabinet Post
Washington reports Clinton era figures discuss Judge Gresham as a possible secretary of state under President-elect Cleveland. Democratic and some Ohio Iowa voices praise his integrity and experience, while others fear party rebuke or prefer other candidates.
Cleveland plans cabinet timber at Lakewood
President elect Cleveland, who has made a wise selection, and Don M. Dickinson arrived at Lakewood New Jersey on February 11. They expect a quiet Sunday to discuss cabinet timber silver legislation and other important matters with visiting New York politicians.
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Lakewood
N.J
Cleveland
New York
Don M. Dickinson
Lakewood Hotel
Dickinson
Grand Jury Bias Tilts Iowa Case Discharges Indictments
In Decora on Feb 11 the district court with Judge W A Hoyt presiding dismissed indictments for several 1892 cases after criminal lawyer E R Acers showed the grand jury had not been properly empanelled or drawn. The Craig nuisance case and many related indictments were thrown out, leaving the county attorney with little to pursue.
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Llegal
Dubuque
Decora
W. A. Hoyt
E. R. Acers
State of
Iowa
Charlies Craig
Nuisane
Acers
E. P. Johnson
Craig Cage
Gresham Named Secretary of State by Cleveland
Drs Moines reports vigorous discussion over President Cleveland’s choice of Gresham for secretary of state. Democratic leaders from the governor to others express satisfaction, predicting civil service reform and aiding Gov. Boies in the Senate fight as populists likely rally to support the administration.
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Drs Moines
Gresham
Eleot Cleveland
Gov
Boies
Senate
Zuey
Gressam
Cleveland
W. W. Witmer
Fight Over the Property in Expora
Mrs. Fanny W. Wisner, widow of Geo H Wisner, sought letters of administration for James L Williams with a $50,000 bond and $25,000 inventory. Clerk refused, citing higher property value. Mrs Julia A Wisner then obtained admin rights for J D Newcomer with a $600,000 bond and $300,600 inventory. Newcomer acts as administrator. litigation expected. George H Wisner was among Iowa’s wealthiest men. his mother and daughter are named in the filing.
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Expora
Fanny W. Wisner
Geo. H. Wisner
James L. Williams
Marshalltown
Julia A. Wisner
J D. Newcomer
Julia Wisner
J. H. Newcomer
William
George H. Wisner
Iowa
Fanny Wisner
C. C. Gilman
Married a Blind Man in Sioux City
In Sioux City on February 11 a blind musician Robert Blois wed Helena Franks. Her mother and stepfather opposed the marriage and sought a guardian for the underage bride. A guardian was appointed and the ceremony occurred without her family’s knowledge.
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Sioux City
Robert Blois
Helena Franks
Winona and Southwestern Railroad Funds Raised in Parkersburg
Parkersburg residents report raising funds to cover the preliminary survey and right of way for the Winona and Southwestern Railroad project. The railroad is planned to pass north and south through the county, extending from its current terminus at Osage Iowa.
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Parkersburg
Winona and Southwestern Railroad Company
Osage
Iowa
Disappeared Mason City Rail Agent William Myers
William Myers of Swaledale, agent for the Mason City and Fort Dodge railroad, vanished mysteriously in Mason City on February 11. His railroad accounts are intact and correct. he was to be married yesterday.
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Mason City
William Myers
Swaledale
Jury Finds Bauer and Nold Guilty in Frick Case
In Dover New Hampshire on February 11 the jury convicted Henry Bauer and Carl Nold as accessories in the attempted assassination of H C Frick, chairman of the Carnegie steel company. In the same report debris removal at the burned insane asylum resumed finding one more body and charred bones, bringing total recovered to thirty six as the inquest began.
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Prrrsparch
Henry Bauer
Carl Nold
H. C. Frick
Carnegie Steel Company
Dover
N. H
Banker Rockafellow assigns assets to merchant Stoddart
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania on February 11 banker F W Rockafellow assigned his interests to William Stoddart a notable merchant and large depositor.
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Wilkesbarre
F. W. Rockafellow
William Stoddart
Queen's Speech Wins Commons Backing After Reassembly
The Allen Line steamer Pomeranian sailing from Glasgow to New York is struck by a massive wave mid ocean. Eleven people drown and the captain is fatally injured. the ship later returns to Greenock, Scotland.
Gladstone Opposes Aliens Restriction in Queen's Speech Debate
In the commons Gladstone rejected Lowther's amendment to curb destitute alien immigration. He argued Britain exports workers and that limits would invite retaliation against British immigrants. A commission of inquiry was offered, a U.S. study to apply American methods to England was planned, and Lowther's amendment failed 234 to 119 as the queen's speech was approved amid cheers.
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London
Commons
Gldstone
Lowther
Gladstone
Great Britain
Board of Trade
United States
England
Louis J. Jennings
Stockport
Terrible Mystery of Pomeranian Ocean Disaster
The Allan Line steamer Pomeranian, en route Glasgow to New York, was struck by a colossal wave in a ferocious storm. Many crew and passengers were lost or fatally injured, including Capt. Dalziel. The ship returned to Greenock under dead reckoning.
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Greenock
Allan Line
Glasgow
New York
John Cook
John Hamilton
James Pritchard
Fred Westbury
Peter McLean
Wm Urquhert
James
Lillian Gibson
Jane Caffery
John Stewart
Peter Forbes
Dalziel
Vessé
Mysterious Murders Near Stony Creek Railroad
In New Haven on February 11 a report says four hundred Italians are employed on the railroad near Stony Creek where two men were found murdered recently. Police have no clue to the killers and there is said to be evidence.
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New Haven
Conn
Stony Creek
Italian Colony Murders Spark Official Inquiry
Report notes half a dozen murders in an Italian colony with officials claiming Italians show ignorance about the deaths. The fragment hints at a growing mystery prompting investigation and possible diplomatic attention.
Seven Men Killed In Vermont Marble Quarry Disaster
West Rutland Vermont Marble Company quarry caved in forenoon Feb 11 killing seven workers and injuring others. Rescue crews worked amid rock piles with fear the buried count could rise. cause not yet determined, possibly roof loosened by freezing.
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Ruriano
West Rutland
Vermont Marble Company
Routlanp
Seastor Proctor
Mills and Works
Rutland
E.B Morse
GASES SET FOX TRIAL AND DUBUQUE RAILWAY VERDICT
The Keatly administrator case against the Dubuque and Sioux City Railroad yielded a sealed verdict with damages of 34,000 and 10,000 claimed. A new trial may be sought, followed by possible supreme court appeal. Court schedules list numerous Iowa criminal cases and continuances.
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Keatly
Dubuque
Minor Telegrams of International and Domestic News
Exports show gold total of 15.65 million for the year with 3.25 million shipped today. Silver exports reach 2,162,000 ounces and 800,000 Mexican dollars. Bank statement records reserve and deposit declines totaling over 1.4 million and excess over legal requirements stands at 17.24 million. Cholera deaths in Louisville total six with improving conditions and safe vessel clearances. Eiffel Fontane and Cottu appeal indictments in Paris. Norvin Green of Western Union is critically ill at 76. A American minister seeks inquiry into the Marso van incident. Lynching reported near Memphian town of Forest Hill. Fields, alleged assailant of Mrs White, identified. pursuit to prevent further mob action. Frank Cronin sues the Seven Avenue Hotel for 8000 dollars over missed call causing loss of his Pullman job. first such suit recorded.
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Manseriues
Paris
M. Eiffel
M. Marius Fontane
M. Henri Cottu
Chamber
Lovursvillle
Norvin Green
Western Union Telegraph Company
Constantinople
St Seevas
Turkey
Asis
American Girls’ College
Marsovan
Memrnuis
Tenn
Fields
Jack White
Forest Hill
Westchester
Frank Cronin
Seventh Avenue
Pittsburg
English Coaches and Horses For London World’s Fair Transport
London arrangements plan seven English coaches and sixty horses to carry eligible and elect passengers to the World's Fair grounds and back. The modest fare is 15 dollars with box seats five dollars extra. Mr Tailor and other gilded amateurs challenged by real imported English coaches.
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London
Ena
T. Suffern
Eclipse of the Sun The Obscene Paper Agent Arrest
T J Winers, agent of the Chicago Sunday Sun, was arrested at Eighth and Main for selling obscene literature under Section 4022. He was held in bonds of 250 dollars and set for trial Wednesday before Squire Gratz. His release was secured by a bond signed by his father.
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Chicago Sunday Sun
Dubuque
San
Peaslee
Rice
T. J. Winers
Eighth
Main Streets
Winers
Squire Gratz
J. C. Jongueville
McCarthy
Marshal Rice
Chicago
Loyal A O U W Grand Lodge Session Arrives in City
About 200 delegates from Iowa lodges gather for the annual Loyal A O U W Grand Lodge meeting in the city. Local lodges host events at Hotel Julien with a welcome by Mayor Pro Tem Peaslee, Grand Master Graham presiding, and a reception planned for visiting brothers.
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Grand Lodge of Iowa
Loyal
Iodges
East Dubuque
Hotel Julien
Cornet Band
Turner Ball
Fortify nerves with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters claims
The ad describes trembling nerves and nervous instability as markedly shaky health. It promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters to strengthen digestion, bile secretion, and sleep, claiming renewed vigor and nerve calm, with use three times daily for kidney, rheumatic, neuralgia, and malaria prevention.
Saloon Keeper Displays Prize Dog and Wolf Pictures
Henry Hoffman of Sixteenth Street shows two framed pictures in his saloon. One is Peoria Illinois New Year greeting "Sonne" and the other "Klocke" a German daily featuring the editor L. Ph. Nolf with a lifelike portrait of an English mastiff. The editor jokes readers may prefer the dog to the wolf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hoffman
Sixteenth Street
Peoria
Sonne
Klocke
L. Ph. Nolf
Man Found Frozen Dead Near Guttenberg Railroad
An emaciated old man, frozen to death, was found beside the railroad track above Guttenberg yesterday afternoon. No identifying marks were found on the body. He had recently applied for shelter at a nearby farmhouse but was refused.
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Guttenberg
Maguire's Benne Plant Promoted as Cholera Cure
An 19th century реклам touts Diarrhea Dysentery Cholera flux Maguire's Benne Plant as an infallible remedy with thousands of testimonials. Endorsed by the Western Sanitary Commission and US army officers, hospital physicians, and steamboat crews. Promised as a preventive against Asiatic cholera when taken in time.
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Maguire
Benne
Western Sanitary Commission
United States Army
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