Walter Q Gresham Dies A Lifetime Of Service Honored
Walter Quintin Gresham, noted soldier jurist and statesman, dies after weeks of illness. He rose from modest schooling to major general, then served as United States circuit judge in Illinois and held cabinet posts including postmaster general and secretary of the treasury under Cleveland and secretary of state under Arthur. His career spanned war, law, and diplomacy.
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Walter Gresham
Walter Quintin Gresham
Jndge Ams
Volunteers
Ife
United States
Ilinois
St. Patricks
Gresham
Walter QQ
Walter
Corydon
Ind
Bloomington University
W. A. Porter
Indiana
Thomas C. Slaughter
Morton
Grant
Donaldson
Sherman
Natchez
Seventeenth Corps
Tennessee
Atlanta
Leggett’s Hill
New Albany
Congress
M. C. Kerr
Howe
Evansville
Gresham’s Career and Civil Service Roles Highlighted
A biographical sketch outlines James Gresham’s political shift from the Republican fold to supporting Cleveland in 1892, his cabinet posts as secretary of state and treasury, and his judicial return under Arthur. It notes his tariff views, postal reforms, Hawaii annexation stance, and efforts to enforce the Bering Sea fisheries arbitration amid global diplomacy.
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Cleveland
Gresham
Lakewood
N. J
Arthur
Folger
Treasury
Drummond
Chicago
Canada
Mexico
Thawaai
Senate
Foster
Blount
Island
Republic
Tomake
Unitedd States
Bering Sea
Harmonuy
Ilo
United States
Gresham’s Diplomacy and the Reciproc ity Crisis
The article credits Secretary Gresham with handling the fallout from the Wilson tariff act’s end of reciprocity treaties. It details his efforts to placate European powers, avert tariff wars, and secure peaceful resolutions in China-Japan, Guatemala-Mexico, and Venezuela disputes, noting his long, studious labor contributed to his fatal illness.
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Congress
United States
Gresham
Samoan
Cleveland
Guatemala
Mexico
Venezuela
Great Britain
Lost and amiable in familiar conversation
DUT was described as kind generous and frank with a pleasing voice and modest demeanor. In 1358 he married Metilda McGrain, daughter of Thomas Mc Grain. Cabinet officers consider funeral plans this afternoon for a likely military ceremony tomorrow with the remains to be moved to Chicago escorted by cabinet members.
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MetiJda
Thomas McGrain
Chicago
Death of Secretary Gresham Shocks London
Intelligence of Secretary Gresham’s death sends a profound shock in London. Receptions planned by Minister Bayard and Secretary Roosevelt are canceled and flags at the embassy and Bayard’s residences fly at half mast.
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London
Gresham
Bayard
Roosevelt
Debs Comments After Supreme Court Tax Ruling
Peane Tacre Ind May 28 President Mavene Vo Debs of the American Railway Union says the Supreme Court decision affirms the circuit court acted within final jurisdiction and denies the writ. He calls the rulings a boon to corporations and rails against federal authority, predicting public ownership of utilities.
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Peane Tacre
Ind
Mavene Vo Debs
American Railway Union
United States
Supreme Court
Tribune
Supreme
Jefferson
Aezar
Supreme Court of the United States
Otto
Stoprenge
Justice Harkin
Tshatb
Gas companies face injunction ruling in Dudiana case
Judge Coons of the Delaware circuit court grants a perpetual injunction in a dispute between Louis Reid Jeremiah Smith and the Heat Light and Power Company. The decision bars gas and oil pipes from crossing private lands or public highways, overturning prior damage claims and potentially prompting many future lawsuits.
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Muncie
End
Coons
Delaware Circuit Court
Dudiana
Louis ‘Reid
Jeremiah Tmith
James Boyce
Heat, Light and Power Company
Delaware County
Extra Session Expected to Address Revenue Needs
That an extra session of Congress will be convened seems already decided. With the Supreme Court striking down the income tax the administration faces a deficit and Congressman Updergraff of Iowa says the president plans to call an extra session in October to authorize revenue measures for government operating costs.
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Wasuinaoron
Congress
Supreme Court
Updergraff
Iowa
Jas
Funeral In Indiana For Statesman Likely In Chicago
Ollo Gresham, son of the deceased statesman, arrived in the city at 6 10 this morning. Arrangements for the funeral are not yet set but will likely be in Chicago with interment at Corydon where his father and mother lie.
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Chicago
Corydon
Wasitxaros
Ollo Gresham
Fatal balloon fall shocks St. Louis crowd
A balloon ascent near St. Louis ended in the death of Pony Theatle after a spectator, Weather, released ropes. Weather attempted to assist but Let Go caused Theatle to plunge from about seven hundred feet, with reports noting prior disputes and suspicions of intentional self harm.
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Tomy
Weathe
Tirsate
Hit
Bin
Weatle
Beatle
Cheeretiind
Dustatdt
Heatle
Owens
Raipe
Rope Craftsman Prisoner Plans Escape At Eastern Exposition
A convict Thomas Shepard hid a 25 foot rope made from small rope pieces to reach a distant wall, secretly fastening it at night and visiting a nearby woman. He was undetected until a guard later admitted access for admission. The rope’s construction drew government exhibit interest, and it was destroyed after authorities received many requests for pieces or photos.
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JPR Rsonvelge
Kiel
Patten
Tno
Gener Olney
Wasine
Conviet
Thomas Shepard
Shepard
Shephard Lad
Soong
History text dispute at state education board meeting
Feoranapolis May 28 state board of education held a special session to hear a Grand Army protest against a Civil War history textbook. The committee urged discontinuing the book for alleged bias favoring Confederates, misrepresenting Union soldiers, and distorting northern deeds. T. O. Gilson for the publishers defended the book as fair to the North.
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Feoranapolis
Fed
State Board of Education
Grand Army
Department
Marsh
Winchester
T. O. Gilson
North
Formosan republic view sparks fears of new East Asia tensions
Brerin May 28 strong belief forms that the Formosan republic is a French and Russian backed maneuver to lure Japan from victory. Observers worry the move could reopen hostilities between Japan and China, and the situation has drawn broad attention.
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Brerin
Michigan Senate Passes Anti Military Drill Bill
The Michigan Legislature approves a bill prohibiting armed groups from drilling or parading without state authorization. The Senate adds an amendment banning military companies based on creed and forbidding non citizens from joining. The measure, aimed at Catholic organizations, passes 17 to 11.
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Michigan
Mansina
Mich
House
Senate
United States
Catholic Knights of America
Washington 1st. Cl. May 28 diplomatic succession gamble
Washington dispatches discuss possible choices to replace the late Secre tary Gresham. Names floated include Cox Whitey Bayard Gray Dickinson and Tapa with Gray favored in Delaware and previous mentions noted.
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Washineton
Gresham
James Savcested
Whitey
Bee
I T
Bayard
Court of St. James
State Department
Gray
Delaware
Dickinson
Tapa
Uhis
Delinquent Indiana counties delay state settlement
Indianapolis May 28 counties in Indiana fall behind on settlements with the state. Treasurers hold funds due to muddled fee and security issues while the state auditor warns benevolent institutions may suffer if settlements are not made. The legislature expected prompt action and questions arise about the act in force.
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Indianapolis
Maere
Saas
Various May 28 meetings across states including fraternal, religious, and civic groups
On May 28 multiple organizations held or opened events across the country. The Noble county Baptist Sunday school convened in Caldwell. the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias of Ohio opened in Cleveland. diocesan convention in Brooklyn. Braddock school commencement in Pittsburgh suburb Carnegie theatre. Epworth League meeting in Denniston. Western Lines Passover association exec committee in Chicago. Queens County Medical Society annual meeting in Mineola. Dunkers annual meeting in Decatur. YMCA college students convention began in Northfield. prohibitionists met in Kankakee and West Creston. Rathbone Sisters seventh annual session opened in Cleveland with three day run. Union Veteran Legion memorial services planned in Prineville with Rev. Boswell as orator.
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Caldwele
Noble County Baptist
Garden City
Prrvspune
Braddock School
Carnegie Theatre
Denstson
Philadelphia
Epworth League
Cmeaco
Western Lines Passeover Association
Mintona
Queens County Medical Society
Decatur
German Baptist Brethren
Dunkerds
Northfield
Mass
Young Men’s Christian Association of College Students
Kankakee
Twelfth
West Creston
Cleveland
Grand Temple of Ohio
Rathbone Sisters
PrinapeLpita
Union Veteran Legion
Mercantile Library
Charles Boswell
Knights Templar Parade Draws Over 3000 Sir Knights in Reapina
The May 28 parade in Reapina, Pa drew more than 3,000 Sir Knights with 28 bands playing as about 32 commanderies participated, marking one of the state’s largest and finest events.
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Reapina
Hue
Congressmen Hitt Still Unchanged in Condition
Washington May 28 There is no change in the condition of Congressman Hitt as reported from the capital. He remains under medical care with no new developments disclosed.
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Washington, D. C
Hitt
Headless Nails Reported in Fort Wayne Streets
A Fort Wayne resident notified Mayor Oakley of headless nails driven between Williams Street bricks. Inspector Barnes found a row of nails injuring brick pavement and risking horses and bicycles. Authorities suspect mischief by youths and will act to locate and punish the culprits if possible.
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Fort Wayne
Oakley
Tno
J. 1F Barnes
Port Wayne
Urey
Pisues-Pos
Hegira of Tramps Moves Eastward
An exodus of tramps from west to east appears under way with freight trains loaded as they pass through the city. Many disembark at eastern yards while authorities find no simple solution. Tramp numbers strain city lockups and workhouses, but arrests are rare when no lawlessness occurs.
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Pennsyivania
Prosecuting Attorney Warns Police Overstep Bounds
Prosecuting attorney Colerick addressed police at roll call and outlined the limits of their duties and authority. He implied frustration with prosecuting cases when officers acted without sufficient cause or proper authority.
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Colerick
Tie
Croker to Ireland for Estate Lease Negotiations
Lonpox May 28 reports Richard Croker will travel to Ireland soon to negotiate the lease of an estate in County Limerick. He plans to spend his remaining years in retirement but will not surrender his American citizenship.
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Lonpox
Richard Croker
Ireland
Limerick
Richmond Company Leases Gas Lands in Asp Enson Area
Four thousand five hundred acres in AspEnson county gas territory have been leased to supply Richmond. The company already holds 1,000 acres and is installing pumps to force gas into the city. An injunction will restrain the new pumps from being installed.
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AspEnson
Ind
Richmond Company
Richmond
Chicago considers ban on bloomers for women
An ordinance introduced in Chicago’s city council would fine any woman seen in knickerbockers within city limits. Cited as unhealthful and unladylike, the measure drew laughter and was laid over for future action.
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Cuicago
Prisoner John Casey Attacked by Inmates in Jail Corridor
Curiaco May 28 John Casey inmate in county jail was violently assaulted by fellow prisoner William Roach and John Burke in the main building corridor. Roach and Burke were arrested for involvement in the killing of police officer Dudley with Carey Roach turning state evidence. Carey was badly injured but expected to recover.
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Curiaco
John Casey
William Roach
John Burke
Carey Roach
Burke
Dudley
Carey
Mourning Observed as City Flags at Half Mast
Wasurxeron May 28 reports citywide mourning with flags at half mast and widespread business suspension in many departments. Heads of departments discuss draping buildings but a new law bans mourning adornment and department closures after a cabinet officer's death, as President Cleveland arrives at the White House after recovering.
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Wasurxeron
Bate
Cleveland
White House
Grant Sails With New Dispatches For Seal Fisheries Patrol
The United States revenue cutter Grant departed Seattle carrying orders to the patrol fleet at seal fisheries. Officials decline details but assume guidance stems from the recent US Britain conference on seal fisheries.
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Seattle
Wash
United States Revenue Cutter
Grant
United States
Great Britain
Farmer Kelly Blacburn’s suicide attempt in county
Prec. End. May 28. Kelly Blacburn a local farmer attempted suicide with a revolver. He shot himself above the left temple and was found unconscious. Physicians in attendance think he will recover.
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Kelly Blacburn
Ufe
Fourth Annual Philadelphia Horse Show Opens at Wissahickon
The fourth annual exhibition of the Philadelphia Horse Show Association opens today at St. Martins Green Wissahickon Heights. The event features over 700 entries.
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Philadelphia Horse Show Association
St. Martin’s Green
Wissahickon Heights
Selecting Silver Men in Woodford County Convention
The Democrats of Woodford county hold a convention here today to choose delegates for the state currency convention.
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Errena
Woodford County
Times Report Sees Rise in Talk of Early Parliament Dissolution
The Times notes growing belief in political circles that Parliament could be dissolved in June or July. The article cites speculation about timing and potential political maneuvering ahead of the dissolution.
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Lonpos
the Times This Morning
Justice Court Dismissals and Liability Judgment
The case against John McMullen for obstructing a public highway was dismissed by Squire Fuser. The case against Jesse McLaren for selling liquor without license was also dismissed after it was found McLaren held a partnership license. Justice Tancey later ruled a $50 judgment for the plaintiff Fred H. Wormann against Alfred Slater for account.
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John McMullen
Squire Fuser
Squire
Jesse McLaren
McLaren
Justice Tancey
Fred H. Hwormann
Alfred Slater
Raidy Accepted Cygnet Captaincy Offer
Billy Raidy received a morning offer to captain the Cygnet Ohio baseball team and has wired his acceptance. He will likely report at once, as Cygnet has long sought Joe O Rourke who Raidy could help attract.
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Billy Raidy
Cygnet
Ohio
Joe O'Rourke
Raidy
Marriage Licenses and Lodge Meeting Tonight
Marriage licenses issued for John Budde with Justina Stier and Immet G Reed with Minnie M Stark. Home lodge FP A M will meet tonight and confer the third degree.
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John Budde
Justina Stier
Immet G. Reed
Minnie M. Stark
Home Lodge
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