Poverty and distress rise in east London workhouses
Telegraph reports severe poverty in London’s east, with Bethnel Green and Hackney workhouses overcrowded and funds insufficient. Distress spreads to Popular and Milwall dock workers as trade slumps. Severe weather grips Britain with heavy snowfall, rail disruption, and record depths in the Vosges and Metz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Union
Shootditch
Bethnel Green
Hackney
Popular
Milwall
Lime House
North Hackney
Shadewell
Haggerstown
Great Britain
Scotland
Russia Faces New Nihilist Threat As Dec 26 Protests Loom
Berlin reports say nihilist activity resurfaces in Russia with planned demonstrations on December 26, the 1826 accession anniversary. Police chase conspirators, and arrests multiply as authorities raid students who petitioned the heir apparent. Rumors hint at possible university closures for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Russia
Nicholas
Mde
Cadets Denied Holiday Leave at Naval Academy
Washington reports the naval academy superintendent refused holiday leave for cadets. In a separate item, a treasury cash package for post office clerks was found at Postmaster Edmunds's home after being taken with a promise of silence. Judge Edmunds suspects Brown was pickpocketed and not involved in the theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Naval Academy
Treasury
Edmunds
Brown
Archbishop Purcell Seeks Relief From Pope
Cincinnati December 23 The venerable Archbishop Purcell told the cathedral congregation he had written to the pope requesting relief due to old age infirmities He spoke on finances saying investments under his care are secure and will be returned in due time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Purcell
O Leary Trails Campana In Pedestrian Match
New York December 28 details show O Leary at 39 miles and Campana at 47 miles in the long race at 11 o'clock. O Leary left the track for 2 hours 5 minutes, Campana for 9 minutes 30 seconds. O Leary remains favored in betting as his lameness drags on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
O'Leary
Camana
O’leary
Wen
Campana
Snow Storm Delays Trains Across Buffalo Region
Buffalo reports the heaviest snow storm since 1871 with three feet on the level and deep drifts. All trains on multiple roads are delayed as Water town's heavy snowfall blocks rail service amid frigid conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Watertown
Sumner Statue Unveiled in Public Garden Boston
The statue of Charles Sumner, authorized by the meeting to Farnel Hall in March 1874, was unveiled today by Governor Rice in the Public Garden Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Charles Sumner
Farnel Hall
Gov. Rice
Boiler Explosion Claims Two at Star Forge
A boiler explosion at the Star forge in Troy New York on December 23 killed water tender Alfred J Charles and a puddle named Thos Gentleman, with fatal injuries reported at the scene and investigation begun by local authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
N. Y
Star Forge
Alfred J. Charles
Thos
Santee Flour Mills Burn in Baltimore Blaze
Baltimore reports a morning fire at the Santee flour mills owned by Samuel H. Hazelhurst & Sons. The blaze caused an estimated loss of $50,000 and disrupted local production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Santee Flour Mills
Samuel H. Hazelhurst & Sons
Railroad Sale Confirmed
Judge Drum confirmed a sale related to the L B and W railroad after meeting with the man rendering decision. The document notes the sale decision will appear in the December 23 edition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drummette
Court notices and juries list for February term
The courts announce probate reports on estates and several judgments in Mason & Hamlin Organ Co. v Brockerman and others, and Watertown Fire Insurance Co. v Foellinger. A new jury panel is drawn for the February term in the Circuit and Superior Courts with names across Springfield, Milan, Marion, Madison, Lafayette, Pleasant and others. United States bankruptcy resolves the Tickton composition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason & Hamlin Organ Co
Jacob R. Brockerman
David Goratz
Alfred Shell
Watertown Fire Insurance Company
John M. Foellinger
Chas. Wittern
Monroeville
Estis Howe
Springfield
Jacob Fisher
Pleasant
Patrick Horn Perry
Fred. Hitzmann
Marion
John Sorg
Phillip Muench
City
Nicholas Christman
Alvin Hall
Milan
Wm, Miller
Lake
Christ. Krock
Danford Parker
Perry
Samuel Kinsey
Springfield Township
Stephen Heath
James Lauchlin
Monroe
William Polk
Madison
Daniel Gibson
James English
John McClare
Lafayette
Peter Bowers
James Sheridan
William Waltke
St. Joseph
Charles Gratian
Justices' Courts and Police Court Docket Brief
Before Judge Ryan Frank Simpson faces provoking Geo W Simpson. Before Judge Wilkinson Gust and Jennie Smith jailed for allegedly stealing 75 dollars from Mrs Lew Clark. examination set for this afternoon. In Police Court Wright accused of carrying a deadly weapon was acquitted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryan
Frank Simpson
Geo. W. Simpson
Wilkinson
Gust
Jennie Smith
Mra
Lew Clark
Wright
Sunday Church Services Draw Small Congregations
Worshippers were few in the city with the largest crowd at First Baptist where Mace Long spoke on his Kansas trip. Rev N S Smith of Delaware Ohio preached at Second Presbyterian, and quarterly meetings occurred at Berry and Waynestreet M E churches. Christmas ad copy follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Mace Long
Kansas
N.S. Smith
Delaware, O
Second Presbyterian
Berry
Waynestreet M. E
Fire Threatens St. John's German Reformed Church
Last evening at 6:30 a fire started from the furnace at St. John's German Reformed Church corner Webster and Washington streets. An alarm from box 7 brought a prompt response and firefighters extinguished the blaze. Floor damage was extensive but total loss did not exceed 100 dollars. church insured for 10,000 dollars with Home Insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John’s
Webster and
Washington Streets
Mayer and Graffe Jewelry Store Showcases Grand Stock
At the Mayer and Graffe establishment a large stock of diamonds fine watches cameos gold sets silver ware silver plated wares canes marbles and bronze clocks and more is displayed. The firm offers deep inducements for trade and invites all to inspect goods with evening hours extending after New Years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Mayer & Graffe
Practical Gifts Shown In Variety By Sam Pete Ax
Sam presents a practical sensible gift collection and Pete X showcases economical options. The items mix utility with affordable prices in a practical gift guide style likely from a local feature. The piece highlights accessible presents for varied recipients.
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Sam
Pete AX
Price’s Flavoring Extracts Celebrate Long Popularity
Dr Price’s Special Flavoring Extracts Nectarine Rose Lemon and others have long been before the public here, gaining extensive sales due to purity and healthful quality.
Masonic Gift Concert Featured Neckwear And Premiums
Mayer & Grafft's jewelry shop on Calhoun and Columbia streets showcases premium prizes for the Masonic Gift Concert. Gold and silver watches, chains, brooches, rings, silverware, and bronze statuary fill large cases for lucky ticket holders. Mr D C Justice secured J W Hazzard's release from Auburn Indiana after charges from several weeks ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayer & Grafft
Calhoun
Columbia Streets
Mayer & Graffe
Logansport
D. C. Justice
Auburn
Ind
J. W. Hazzard
George Hazzard
Numerous City Churches Plan Christmas Festivities for Children
Readied by Sabbath schools across the city, churches from St Pauls to Trinity and Emanuel mark Christmas with trees candy and gifts for youngsters. Services and concerts are scheduled through Wednesday and Friday with special programs at First Baptist Plymouth Congregational and several German Lutheran churches.
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St. Paul’s Church
Emanuel’s
West Jefferson Street
St. John’s German Lutheran Church
West Washington Street
St. Paul's Church
Trinity Lutheran Church
St. John’s German Reformed Church
Salem German Reformed Church
First Baptist Church
Trinity Episcopal Church
Plymouth Congregational Church
Berry Street M. E
Wayne Street
M. E
Christian Church
First Presbyterian
Second Presbyterian Church
Anderson’s Hall
Third Presbyterian Church
Universalist
The Fall Trade Opens At Fort Wayne Tailor Shop
Joseph M. Clark, a veteran Fort Wayne merchant tailor, returns from the east with a vast stock of imported and domestic piece goods now on display at 34 East Berry street. He has served the trade for twenty one years, promises fair prices, and assures high quality work with skilled staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph M. Clark
Fort Wayne
East Berry Street
Clark
Pittsburgh road dispatches and railway notices
Roadmaster Stewart of Muncie is in town. James Graham is reinstated as engineer on the Pittsburgh road. G O Hara named secretary to General Manager Hopkins of the Wabash. Forged passenger tickets in circulation. refuse all nonagent purchases. Bixler appointed assistant general freight agent of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, based in Baltimore. Train No 3 on the Pittsburgh road wrecked near Fairfield avenue due to a moved switch. three hour delay. Pennsylvanian wheat contract to move 6.5 million bushels over 33 days with 600 cars daily. 30 extra Chicago trains daily. A growing flour appeal with Marvin’s Pan Cake Flour promoted by grocers. A K Irey listed as agent at 108 Calhoun street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Graham
Pittsburgh
G. O'Hara
Hopkins
Wabash
Bixler
Springfield
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baltimore
Pittsburgh Road
South Depot
Fairfield Avenue
Pennsylvania Company
Chicago
Supt. Gorham
J Pierr Offers Bargains On Alpaca and Silk Goods
J Pierr dry goods and millinery lists deep discounts on Alpaca fabrics and Brocade Alpaca with prices below standard value. Bourette Suiting and Black Silk are heavily reduced while Brodie Shawls and cloaks show substantial savings. The ad promotes varied notions and accessories and urges holiday shoppers to select gifts from their stock.
Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup Praised in Cleveland Testimony
A parent from Cleveland reports that a few doses of Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup cured her child of a severe cough and endorses it as the best cough medicine she has ever tried. The testimonial is signed by Mrs. C. Knox.
Cotton and grain prices mixed in New York and Toledo reports
In New York trading on December 23 cotton firm at 91-16 cents for middling uplands while flour remains dull with 27 000 barrels receipts. Wheat quiet with no sales. No 2 spring bid 964 cents and asked 974. Rye heavy. corn flat with 61 000 bushels receipts and sales at 2000 bushels. Oats dull. mixed western 81 29 cents and white 31 38 cents. Pork at 7 17, lard 7 75, butter 26 30, cheese 3 9. Petroleum crude 75 4, refined 84 4. Toledo wheat bid 93 % bid 85 cents. oats quiet. hogs nothing doing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Toledo
Wae
Gold and Bond Markets Report Early December Trading
The brief market update notes gold prices and a few stock lines with limited details. It mentions New York and hints at December activity, but the fragment lacks full figures or firm conclusions.
Fort Wayne Market Prices From Local Trade Ledger
The listing shows grain and feed items with prices for wheat corn seeds flax timothy and orchard grass. Potatoes onions and hay are priced by weight or ton while hides live cattle and hogs appear with per unit costs. Several faded terms indicate product varieties and quality grades.
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Gia Prime
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Germany
Metz
Vossees
Nihilist
Specter
Archbishop Purcell
Sporting
Sumner
Circuit Court Probate
Elizabeth McMahon
Perlette Fraine
United States Courts
Superior Court
Allen G. Tyler
John T. Norton
Pete
Max
Sam, Pete & Max
Cail
East Street
Stewart
the Muncie
Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne and Chicago
Miarvin
A. K. Irey
Calhoun Street
J. Pierr
J. Prerz
99 Cent
West Berry Street
Financial and Commercial
Horsford
E. N. Horsford
Rumfo Chemical Works
Proidence
R. I
West Main Street
Sami Place
Dees
America
Nquire
Sentinel Office
Opera House
Robert McWade
Rip van Winkle
Fowler's
M. L. Jones
Court House
Boorahts
Packing House
GEO. Dewald & CO
Indiana
Cashou
Colombia
Fort Wayne, Ind
Sammuel Morris
S. PL
Arnold
Mide Arte
Oman Kratech
Ory
Wao
Firm
Lauferty & CO
One Price
Mordhurst
S. W. Corner
Calhoun and
Berry Strests
F. Fliegner
East Main Street
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