Illinois State Fair Preparations Boost Expected Record
The Illinois State Fair will be held at Pu Quoin in September with grounds fitting underway for what is reported to be the largest fair in the state. Tad Lincoln, youngest son of Abraham Lincoln, died in Chicago last Saturday after weeks of illness.
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Chicago
Speck of War Hovering Over Cuba In 19th Century discourse
The piece notes renewed Spanish resolve to crush insurrection in Cuba and questions if the New York Sun will publish editorials denouncing General Grant. It also discusses Chicago’s controversial river manipulation, claiming the Illinois canal could link the Great Lakes to the Mississippi and transform Chicago into a healthier, more delightful city.
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Zeigenmeyer Convicted in Gumbleton Murder Case
Alfred Zeigenmeyer found guilty in Chicago of murdering W. M. Gumbleton to seize his money. Gumbleton drowned in the lake. defense argued death by his own hand. Trial relied on circumstantial evidence. Zeigenmeyer confessed to forgery and obtaining the dead man’s funds, but denies the homicide.
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General Schenck Attends London Tailors Banquet
General Schenck attended the annual banquet of the merchant tailors of London on Friday evening and responded to a toast in his honor. He noted criticism of the Treaty of Washington in both countries but said both sides accepted it as a wise end to likely endless trouble. He spoke of his friendly reception in England and voiced hope for lasting good will and an irresistible U S England alliance.
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Baltimore widow indicted in General Ketchum murder case
Mrs. Wharton of Baltimore widow of Maj. Harry Wharton is indicted and jailed for alleged poisoning of General Ketchum U S A. It is believed she may have earlier poisoned her husband’s brother and his daughter and her own son for life insurance. General Ketchum, who died at her home, had held a $2,600 note of Mrs Wharton’s. He bought a house on Franklin Square for $11,000 and intended to marry soon. the note cannot be found and evidence of payment is unclear. Authorities argue the death was connected to the note and missing funds.
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Boyne Battle and William of Orange in Ireland
A historical sketch recounts William Prince of Orange landing at Brixham on November 4 1688, dethroning James II, and his victory at the Boyne on July 12 1689. It notes religious tensions with Irish Catholics and Protestants affecting New York celebrations of the anniversary.
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Between Orangemen and Catholics in New York
A July confrontation in New York between Protestant Orangemen and Irish Catholic groups is described with strong regional bias. The piece argues for religious equality, condemns mob violence, and urges protection of all parades while asserting the free practice of any faith under U.S. law. It condemns Catholic bigotry and calls for equal rights, noting future parades and the need for lawful protection.
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Sabbath School Convention Held in Rock Run Town
The Rock Run Sabbath School Convention met July 2 in Rock City Evangelical Church with John Swanzey as chair. R. M. Milliken was elected president and Jonathan Stewart secretary. reports from Davis M. E. and Evangelical S. S. were favorable. The morning session featured children’s speeches. afternoon resumed with L. E. Preston as president pro tem and Snyder Wolf Barr to organize Sabbath Schools in districts.
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The New York Riot and Catholic Irish unrest
A vivid account of a Wednesday riot in New York sparked by Irish Catholic and Orange Order tensions. Protests escalated into street clashes, gunfire, and numerous casualties as police, militia, and federal troops prepared and deployed across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Authorities condemned Catholic intolerance while calling for equal liberty for all faiths amid a volatile political climate.
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