Fenians Face Arrests and Defection Across Regions
Telegraph reports arrest of prominent Fenian leaders and growing despair among the movement. General Sweeney delivers farewell speech as Canadians seek protection across the border. Royal Volunteers placed on marching orders while inhabitants flee to the United States. Portland, June 8. State Central Railroad requests transport for Fenian movement as a mass exodus begins this morning with cars in use.
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Arraignment of Generals Sweene y and Mahan Held Privately
In St. Albans Gen Sweeney and Col Mahan faced arraignment before a civil tribunal this morning in private proceedings with reporters barred from the hearing.
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Mail Train Wreck at Valley Forge Kills Two
A Reading Railroad mail train from Pottsville derailed at Valley Forge after a switch left open. The fireman was killed instantly and Seman the mail contractor died later from injuries. A young girl suffered both legs broken while others received bruises. first fatal Reading Railroad accident in twelve years.
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Fenians Advance Into Canada Amid Mixed Readiness
The group under Gen Specht moved toward Canada with limited arms, encamped after foraging for whisky and meals, and faced uncertainty about Canadian opposition within twenty miles. Spear’s force occupied a distant position as supplies ran low.
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Probst Executed Amid Empty Philadelphia Audience
In Philadelphia this morning on June 8 Probst was executed with few spectators present including reporters from city papers. The quiet scene contrasted with past public executions and reflected the limited attendance for the event.
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Fenians Arrests Lead to Bail in St Louis Court
From St Louis on June 8 several prominent Fenians were arrested and admitted to bail. Named figures include John Mc Grath State Centre O Mahony wing P J Harmon Treasurer Roberts Wing Dr P O Reilly Coroner J C Gant A Doyle M O Conner Gen Gurley Dr John Finn and Samuel Erskine. Dan O Madi Roberts Wing and Smiley also posted bonds after bail refusals. Examination of Dr He was continued before the United States District Court today.
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Fe nian privateer rumor sails from New York port
The Herald reports a Fenian privateer departed earlier with arms and crew packed on a Long Island Sound transfer. The blockade runner, once an ex U S steamer, was said to have six broadside guns and one pivot gun and to have been purchased for about 30000 dollars. It can reportedly make fourteen knots.
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Fenian disruptions and arrests ripple across borders
Reports describe Fenian activity and clashes along the Canada United States border. Arrests include generals Murphy and Heffernan, with heavy military presence in New York and Kingston. Canadas mobilize, while U S authorities push emigration and foreign affairs debates.
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