Washington senator Squire a New York native and pioneer
The county auditors report fall tax collections improved as they settle with state officials in Indianapolis. Senator Squire, Washington territory governor designate by President Arthur, is described as a New York native and son-in-law of gun maker Philo Remington. The Indians atate chess tournament plans a December meeting in Indianapolis to pick a representative for the St. Louis US tournament with $500 in prizes.
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Indianapolis
Squire
United States
Washington
New York
Philo Remington
Arther
Washington Territory
James B. Mulky
Emanuel Marquis
St. Louis
High license value, King’s Daughters progress, and Red Top memory
The Baltimore Sun argues high license yields less revenue but more saloons, while the King’s Daughters grow rapidly with 119 819 members aiding the needy. Potawatomi leader Simon Pokagon will receive $200,000 from the government, and British Columbia will not alter Chinese immigration laws this session. A proposal to buy Red Top property from ex president Cleveland was rejected as he plans to use it as a country residence.
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Baltimore Sun
Simon Poxacon
Pottawatomie
Indiana
Pokagon
Gen
Cass
Dominion
British Columbia
United States
Washington Territory
Cleveland
Red Top
Washington, D. C
Fifty first Congress rivals and mint coin shortages noted
The fifty first Congress would have 45 Republicans and 37 Democrats in the Senate with 330 House members at 169 Republicans and 161 Democrats. A quorum requires 166 votes, giving Republicans a three vote cushion. The Philadelphia Mint struggles to meet holiday demand for pennies three cent pieces and nickels, with a deficit of about 27000 pennies and 30000 three cent pieces, though nickels are issued. The mint expects full work to resume by February.
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Senate
House
Montana
Philadelphia
Leech
Chicago
Spectral Scene as Ladies Glow and Men Falter at Gala
Narrator recalls a night of revelry where women radiated joy while men faltered as wine flowed. Some guests refused the cup while others overindulged. A staggering suitor approached and confessed love, prompting a fear driven plea for help.
Col Sam B Sweet Favored for Pension Agent Post
Fort Wayne Republicans push Col Sam B Sweet for pension agent to replace Col Zollinger. Sweet, Lake Erie and Western railroad official and longtime Fort Wayne resident, enjoys broad Republican backing but faces district patronage competition and prior district appointments.
Trades Council forms lectures and endorses Chicago fair
Friday session of the Trades Council in Carpenters hall appoints three members to secure winter lectures including Rev. Dr. McGlynn and endorses Chicago as the 1892 world’s fair site. Also notes weekly undertaker reports listing several deaths and a public health letter offering a remedy for consumption.
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Trades Council
Carpenters Hall
G. R. Hench
Lewis Griffith
Frank Jaerns
Dr. McGlynn
Chicago
United States
Major fires threaten Lynn and Boston with heavy losses
A sweeping blaze in Lynn Massachusetts raged from noon until late evening, injuring 8,000 workers and destroying 296 buildings as Chief Engineer Webber redirected engines. Boston’s fire wiped out 20 leading blocks on Chauncey and Bradfield streets, with losses around 4 million and many firemen hurt. In Keyport New Jersey a bakery fire killed one, and Hartford’s carpet works suffered a mill destruction estimated at 350,000 fully insured.
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Lynn
Mass
Webber
Boston
Newhall Street
Associated Charities
Keyroom
N. J
Svelock
Alonzo Youcker
Front Street
E. B. Stout
Wm. Conover
Youcker
Jacob Pyser
Burbank
Manhattan
J. Anoty
Alex Black
American Union Tea Company
W. H. Collard
T. H. Roberts & Co
Keyport
Brown, Durrell & Co
Bradfid Street
Brown, Durrell &Co
Chauncey Street
Prudential
Kingston Street
Hantrorp
Conn
Hartford Carpet Works
Thompsonville
Citizens of Fairland Ban Saloons After Drinking Incident
In Fairland Indiana Mr and Mrs Gebhart reported their son’s intoxication and after a confrontation with saloonkeepers they agreed to quit selling alcohol and close by December 1. Citizens raised funds and vowed no saloon would reopen.
Will Be Left in the Lurch by Treas urer Ingraham Defalcation
Jeffersonville Indiana November 26 county commissioners order suit against Col John Ingraham and his surety for funds in his possession He was city school board treasurer for fifteen years and retired three weeks ago He borrowed money four years ago to build the high school claiming he had $20000 but may have lacked nearly that amount The school fund may bear the loss as his sureties are not thought solvent Also in Berrato Illinois November 26 George Rochevel brewer reports a new natural gas find At 965 feet a flow will yield at least a half million cubic feet per day He plans to pipe the gas for domestic and manufacturing use throughout the city.
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Jeffersonville
Ind
John Ingraham
Ingraham
Berrato
George Rochdvel
Mr. Rochevel
Thanksgiving Day Observed Broadly in Fort Wayne
The Seytinets Washington telegram notes a light snow on Thanksgiving morn and a pleasant day. Many businesses closed part of the day while people observed Thanksgiving as conscience or desire dictated. Religious services were held citywide with union sermons at First church. Numerous fairs, festivals, church entertainments, dances, and Masonic Theater attractions filled the evening. The turkey featured in homes and hotels, and Thanksgiving observance was widespread in Fort Wayne.
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Washington Telegram
Anyother
Tor Senxtinun
J. M. Boggs
Sims
Christian Church
C. B. Stemen
St. Paul
A. Northrop
The
Baptist
J. L. Lutteral
United Brethers
Prof
Crull
St. Paul Lutheran
Gross
Emanuel
Sentinel
Masonic Theater
Fort Wayne
Drunken farmer struck by freight train at Clinton crossing
Charles Sturm, a young farmer from four miles east of town, died after walking into a moving Nickel Plate freight train at Clinton street crossing while intoxicated. The death occurred about 11 the following Sunday, after an initial rescue and attempted amputation of a severed leg.
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Charles Sturm
Maysville
Clinton Street
Young Sturm
Lovine
Sturm
New County Board Organized with Jasper W. Jones
Monday the board of county commissioners was newly organized with Jasper W. Jones of Jackson township replacing Henry Hartman who retired Saturday. Hartman received an engraved gold headed cane from county officials. donors included auditors, treasurers, sheriffs clerks and surveyors. Prosecuting Attorney J M Robinson spoke for donors. Hartman retires with a clean record and democratic stance. Jones previously served as Jackson township trustee and is described as careful and honorable. Brannan becomes chairman as Bullerman and Jones position next, and the board retains Bell Morris as county attorneys for another year.
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Jasper W. Jones
Jackson Township
Henry Hartman
Hartman
J. M. Robinson
Jones
Brannan
Bullerman
Bell & Morris
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Andover
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Allen
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Sten
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Lion of the Allegator
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