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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1887

Page

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Hurley Fire Death Toll Mounts and Purge Efforts Grow

Hurley Wisconsin reports show fourteen bodies recovered from the Alcazar theatre ruin with few identifiers left. Total losses climb to about 450000 dollars as fire insurance and scared residents reshape the town, while officials deny incendiary causation and pursue moral clean up in nearby Manquerts Michigan.

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Loss of the Yacht Mystery Toll Reaches Twenty Seven

A squall off Barren Island capsized the cabin yacht Mystery during a return trip from Ruffin Bar. At least twenty seven people, mostly Germans from Brooklyn and Long Island, perished or were lost as rescue efforts by tug J. C. Dean saved several passengers including a woman and child. The disaster occurred as frayed nerves and rain swelled aboard the party when sail decisions led to capsize and frantic attempts to cling to wreckage and shrouds.

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TIE UP ON THE ELEVATED IN BROOKLYN LABOR STRIKE

Nine engineers were discharged from the Brooklyns Elevated railroad and a strike began at 1 PM after the company refused to reinstate them pending arbitration. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers sent representatives to take charge, with threats of broader action and possible service disruption for about 40,000 commuters.

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A Boom for Black in Hoosterdaur Roaming Money

A fragile scene unfolds in Hoosterdaur with Hin Frieda Mase and supporters praising the popular reception of the Black figure amid Grand Army demonstrations. Local sentiment splits on Civil War era symbolism and Democratic prospects as Indiana figures debated who may lead next year.

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Medical charges against Dr. Mainilton in Washington case

A medical row in Washington arises as Dr Bowers accuses Dr Mainilton of violating association articles. The charge, tied to professional conduct and patient care, prompts an investigation by the standing committee and faces possible acquittal or conviction by a two thirds vote.

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Patent Office Financiers in Washington Scandal

Washington July 19 Officials at the patent office face examination over accounts showing loans and embezzlement linked to Bacon. A chief divisor’s large bill and clerks’ loans are under scrutiny as money returns after publicity. Reports say bribery and drunkenness are common, with new charges often blocked unless backed by audits.

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Civil service resignations and reforms prompt debate

The article notes numerous voluntary resignations and disputes over civil service appointments. It cites opposition to postal clerk conversions, pension appointments for colored citizens, and a constitutional question about removal powers. Reports on legislative inquiries and plans to regulate imports and naval deployments are included alongside mentions of the Adin and other vessels arriving at Honolulu.

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Debating the Land Bill in Urldah Commons

The Irish land bill faces second reading debates in the Commons with Balfour pushing for a compromise and measures to ease eviction while opponents warn of government overreach. Among arguments are provisions on bankruptcies, fees, and protections for tenants, with calls for cautious reform and avoidance of harsher measures.

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Outrage at Distillery Prompts Government Inquiry

In Kentucky a distillery faces a 60,000 penalty after an internal whisky theft scandal involving 4,400 barrels. Investigators traced alleged shortages to unguarded warehouses and questioned W. L. Nowell, a newspaper correspondent, as the case extends to multiple officials and a three-year period of night watches at the distillery. Experts say the loss could burden owners and local authorities as officials seek key witnesses and action from Washington.

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