Pope's Offer to Arbitrate Venezuela Crisis
London reporters say Pope Leo XIII, via Cardinal Satolli, proposed arbitration to President Cleveland over the Venezuela boundary dispute. Vaughan urged Britain to accept, while Dicey argues arbitration could prevent dishonor or war. Stanley warns war if Britain refuses. The Standard notes mystery over the flying squadron's fate and possible Queen review, as Vaughan and Vaughan's coverage cites Munroe doctrine as a treaty pathway.
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London
Rome
The
Chronicle
Satolli
Cleveland
Venezuela
England
Gardinal Vaughan
America
Admirality Office
the Graphic
Seizure and Burning of Bible Stock in San Miguel
In Lia Peru on January 17 the mayor of San Miguel seized and burned all Bibles and stock belonging to the local agent of the American Bible Society in the public square, following orders issued under sealed conditions.
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Ireland
Bermudas
Lia
Peru
San Miguel
American Bible Society
Bancroft Library Offered for Sale to New York Public Library
The Bancroft Library in San Francisco has been offered for sale to the New York Public Library corporation. Valued at about half a million dollars, the asking price is $800,000. The collection comprises roughly 60,000 volumes and manuscripts focused on the Pacific coast from Alaska to Panama.
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New York
Bancroft Library
San Francisco
New York Public Library Corporation
Pacific Coast
Alaska
Panama
Two Women Die as Engine Strikes Track Crowd
New York reports a light engine hit a group of car cleaners on the New Haven Hartford line, killing Lizzie Becker and Delia Mahan and injuring three others including Marc Drurr, Maceige Tracy, and Louris Yender. An express train followed, dashing them from the track.
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New York
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
Lizzie Becker
Delia Mahan
Marc Drurr
Maceige Tracy
Louris Yender
Fares Reduction Debate in City Councils Across States
The article reports rumors of a universal 3 cent fare ordinance to be proposed in Chicago and other cities like Fort Wayne. It discusses whether city councils can regulate streetcar fares, the role of contracts, and the push by citizens groups and aldermen to implement lower fares, better service, and limits on dividends. It cites company earnings, capitalization effects on dividends, and potential impacts on daily commuters.
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Cucano
Chicago
Springfield
Chicago City
Kane's Baby Carriages Lead With New Styles
Kane's advertises styles one year ahead of rivals with 200 baby carriages, claiming no two are alike and prices lower than bargain stores. It emphasizes honesty, no baiting, and features on cabs and sleeping coaches with no rubber tire charges.
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Kane's
Detectives Charged as Saloon Clash Roils Shelbyville
In Shelbyville Indiana clashes erupt after Detectives Simpson and Werrick investigated saloon violations under the Nicholson law. Mob threats follow arrests of 12 saloonkeepers and later accusations against the detectives for procuring liquor-law violations while the mayor detains them as witnesses. The city divides over temperance enforcement as crowds threaten hanging and shooting.
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Shelbyville
Ind
State Good Citizenship League
League
Simpson and Werrick
Indianapolis
State Liquor League
Old Man Tricks Widow to Quick Michigan Wedding
Hinipsane Mich January 17 E D Parmelee a 70 year old wealthy widower married Chicago widow L K Pennell after relatives planned an insanity injunction to halt the union. Parmelee learned of the effort and wed the widow within minutes, defying the pending court action. The sheriff arrived to serve papers and was met by the triumphant groom.
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Hinispane
Mich
E. D. Parmelee
L. K. Pennell
Chicago
Parpielee
Parmelee
Republican Revolt Against Reed in the House
About forty Republicans in the House, discontent with Speaker Reed’s inactivity, vow to push matters like tariff, finance, Nicaragua canal, and Pacific railroad. They deny McKinley backing and aim to force votes on major issues, including reciprocity.
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Washington
House
Reed
McKinley
Ohio
Committee On
Convicts Join Churches In Northern Indiana Prison Revival
Laporte Ind Jan 17 The northern prison experiences a remarkable religious revival led by Chaplain Currie as convicts convert in large numbers. A unique Lord s Supper was held with the chaplain passing bread through bars. Christian Endeavor now has 300 members and 150 convicts have joined Baptist Methodist Presbyterian or Lutheran churches in the last 10 days.
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Laporte
Ind
Currie
Christian Endeavor Society
Many Mishaps on Icy Streets Highlight Thaws
A series of injuries from slips and falls occurred as thawing and freezing continued. David Dick of 293 Webster Street broke his right arm. Edward Jump of Charles Street lost part of his right index finger in a planer accident. Nicholas Madden of the Pennsylvania company suffered a severe head injury from a hammer blow while workmen reduced a boiler. Clara Nagle, 10, of 309 Thomas Street, fractured her left lower leg after an ice fall. Henry Janzen of Johns Street severely hurt his right knee after slipping on the icy sidewalk, his prior knee injury noted. Dr. Miller treated the fractures and injuries.
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David Dick
Webster Street
J. E. Miller
Edward Jump
Charles Street
John McMullen
Dr. Miller
Nicholas Madden
Pennsylvania Company
Madden
Clara
William Nagle
Thomas Street
Miller
Henry Janzen
Johns Street
Mr. Janzen
Family Affray Ends Tragedy in Tennessee Farm
A divorce partition at a 300 acre Jonesboro area farm descends into a deadly family clash as son Will strikes John, John fires back wounding Will, another son Isaac fatally wounds a daughter, and the father fires amid chaos. John and Will jailed, the father under guard. Dove dying. others in custody. The piece also notes Miss McCay’s voice recital at Library Hall next Monday.
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Will
John
Isaac
Dove
Inventory Sale At Lehman’s Off Calhoun Street
Storewide markdowns on overcoats suits underwear and caps with substantial savings. Prices drop from six to eighteen dollars on coats and related apparel for men boys and children. Annual sale reports strong turnout at Lehman’s 34 and 36 Calhoun Street.
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Lehman’s
Calhoun Street
Identity of Boyle Still Unclear in Cleveland Arrest
A telegram from John D. Carrol says a William Boyle is jailed in Cleveland and asks for identity confirmation. Local Catholic Benevolent Legion officials A A Goecke and Hugh Gordon traveled to Cleveland. no word yet if the arrestee is Boyle, though a telegram is expected this afternoon.
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John D. Carrol
Catholic Benevolent Legion
William Boyle
Cleveland
A. A. Goecke
Hugh Gordon
J. J. Ryan
Order
Werstein
Ialsehood
Boyle
Frank Lawler Dies at Dinner from Heart Disease
Chicago January 17 ex congressman and noted politician Frank Lawler died of heart disease while seated for dinner at his home at 10 o'clock this afternoon families and colleagues mourn his passing in a sudden death that removes a familiar public figure from local political life
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Chicago
Frank Lawler
Prices at Rich's meat court with varied pork cuts
Pork by the quarter five cents and six cents Pork chops seven cents Pork roast six cents Country sausage seven cents Lard seven cents Bacon eight cents Hams nine cents Butterine fourteen cents Beef roast or steak sixty cents Boiling meat four cents
Peddler in Geoglein Falls Under Suspicion
Sheriff Clausmeier dispatched to Geoglein Ind after reports an unknown man peddling revolvers knives and cutlery near thefts. A Mayville hardware burglary is linked, and police suspect the Geoglein dealer. In Marion township a church assault case unfolds as Milton Barto shakes William Coleman prompting fines. Oswego Tribe treasurer James Bolyard accused of absconding with 93.35.
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Clausmeier
Geoglein
Ind
Maysville
John W. Dills
Charles Friece
Squire France
Marion Township
William Coleman
Milton Barto
Coleman
Barto
Squire Snyder
Marion
Justice France
Ita
James Bolyard
Oswego Tribe of Red Men
Baldwin
Treasury
Fort Wayne
Jewell
Boylard
Columbus
Matthews
Bushnell
Dinners at White Elephant Saloon Promoted
The White Elephant saloon announces Saturday evening service with cold slaw roast veal and potatoes on the bill. The public is cordially invited. Charles Muhlfeith 10 West Main Street.
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White Elephant
Charles Muhlfeith
West Main Street
Blind McCays Delight At Library Hall Show
The Logansport audience enjoyed a fine night of music by the blind siblings John and Mary McCay. Mary's voice and the brother’s piano playing drew praise for sweetness and skill. They perform Monday evening January 20 at Library Hall with admission 25 and 35 cents. Also noted is Sergt Jewell pursuing James Ballard for embezzlement, and local prices for eggs butter and hams.
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Logansport
McCays
John
Mary
Mary McCay
Library Hall
Foulks Suspended By Board Of Public Safety
At a board of public safety meeting Policeman Albert Foulks was suspended until after his trial for assaulting Gus Jackson. Officer John Aiken was moved to the day force to patrol the vacated boat. Secretary R B Rossington returning from Grand Rapids with plans for improved fire and police gear. Drawings of a new patrol wagon sent to local wagon makers for figures.
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Board of Public Safety
Albert Foulks
Gus Jackson
John Aiken
Foulks
R. B. Rossington
Grand Rapids
Exclusive Cloak and Fur House Sale Ad
The Exclusive Cloak and Fur House announces a great cut price sale in Fort Wayne with ads to follow. Sale begins Thursday January 2nd, 1896, cash only and no misrepresentation or charges during closing out.
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Fort Wayne
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Creighton
William Wilson
Theodore Haberkorn
New Water Works
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C. S. Rash
G. W. Pixley
Raed CA
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Jacquel
Kane’s
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Maprio
Havana
General Campos
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Tennessee
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Tenn
Joe P. Dove
Jonesboro
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Rich’s
Googline
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Jewel
James Ballard
Mt. Vernon
Lodge of
Red Men
Exclusive
Cloak and Fur House
V. Gutermuth
D. Monahan
Hatter
Cleary
Harrison Near
Washington St
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