Maine Republicans Roar to Historic Victory in State Election
Augusta Maine September returns show Republican Powers winning governor by over 40000 with Reed and Boutelle also securing large plura lities. Democrats hold few seats in both House and Senate as disaffected voters stayed home. Secretary Beane calls the result a 40000 plus majority and Manley predicts a similar plurality.
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Maine
Augusta
Vermont
T. B. Reed
Dingrey
Bir. Millién
Boutelle
House
Senate
Gold Standard
Beane
Democratic State Committee
Manley
Thea
Spain yields to civil trial for Competitor prisoners
Dispatches indicate the Spanish Government agrees to trial these prisoners by civil court, ending the drum head court martial. The action, awaited by the United States, may ease tensions as Gen Weyler and others had pressed for execution as a warning.
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United Stintea
Asia
State Department
Taylor
Aladrid
Inan
United
Siates
Oths Campeillar
Weyler
Oihst
Ita
Tewag
Madrid
Rail wreck kills four on Arcata line near California
Four people die and sixteen are seriously hurt when a passenger train plunges forty feet from a bridge over Mad River between Arcata and Corher California. Victims include Miss Anna Holland Riverside Miss Kirkmren Blue Lake Fannie Gregory Eureka and brakeman Sanity Cameron. Louis Everding Riverside saw mill owner survives after leaping from rear platform.
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Elringers
Louis Everding
Riverside
Gold Discovery at Grand Encampment Camp Attracts Claims
A gold discovery near Grand Encampment Creek about forty five miles southeast of Rawlins Wyoming excites miners. At twelve feet a pay streak twenty two inches wide reports suggest returns from $200 to $10 000 in gold with several miles of vein traced and forty to fifty claims located.
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Rawlings
Huston
Ven Uiall
Tabby Prison Annex and Toehupelle Tobacco Factory Fire Damage
Fragment describes Tabby Prison Annex and Eaders tobacco factory at Toehupelle Virginia damaged during the war by a blaze linked to rebel activity. It mentions oversize opposition and a nearby barricade, with no clear dates or confirmation of causes.
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Tabby
Boras
Eaders
Tobaccs
Toehupelle
Opiseiers
Bobby Patisea
Bra
SONS OF VETERANS ELECT COMMANDER IN CHIEF
The fifteenth national encampment of the Song of Veterans at Louisville Kentucky adjourned after noon with installation of elected officers. Commander-in-Chief J L Rake of Pennsylvania Senior Vice Commander L T Kennedy of Colorado Junior Vice Commander R M Buckley of Louisville. Indianapolis named as next meeting site.
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J. Bake
Pennsylvania
Song of Veterans
Louisville
GA. BR
J. L. Rake
L. TH. Kennedy
Colorado
R. M. Buckley
Loulaville
Indianapolis
Was Buried Alive Then Waked Early by Hypnotic Sleep
John Hughgill of Providence R I was buried alive as a test of hypnotic suggestion by Prof Watson of London. He awoke fourteen minutes early while in the coffin and pounded to signal release, injuring his knee in the struggle. He says he will not repeat the experiment. Fitz Challenges Corbett in New York Dinner. Robert Fitzsimmons and Martin Julian offered a challenge to James J Corbett, who laughed but said he will fight after Sharkey leaves the ring. Dave Holland holds the stake of 9000 dollars for thirty days as the bet awaits.
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John Hughgill
John Hughgil
Providence
R. 1
Prof. Watson
London
Hughgill
Fitz
Corbett
Robert Fitzsimmons
Martin Julian
New York City
James J. Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Dave Holland
Asbury Park
Sharkey
Bam
Sharkey Leayer
Authorities Seek A Dalton in New York Brewery Robbery
Police Captain Mohahan announces detectives hunt James Dalton alias Ai Datton, a western desperado believed linked to the Jeary Hildebrand brewery messenger robbery on Wednesday. Dalton, arraigned on related charges, pleaded mobility while denying the alias.
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Adina
Mohahan
New York
Ai" Datton
James Datton
Dalton
Explosion at Ohio Powder Company injures worker
An explosion at the Ohio Powder Company injures a worker named Obie. The incident and details are limited in the damaged text, with references to powder, gelatin, and a few named individuals.
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Ohio
Viceroy Li Hung Chang's Uplifting Vancouver Visit
Crowds greet Li Hung Chang as he arrives at Vancouver on the way to the steamship. A ceremonial arch greets him on the bridge and Chinamen in finery line up to honor the great viceroy. Knighthood is conferred on A. E. Lalonde of the Canadian Pacific Railway passenger department.
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Li Hung Chang
Rosebeck
Vancouver
Fred
Zi. M.S. Comus
Ier
Cate
Toad
Canadien Pacific Railway
A. E. Lalonde
Li Long Chang
Mosulaya
Board of Trade
Smoke Pipe of Peace Sealed Between Sioux and Chippewa at Ashland
In Ashland Wisconsin the Sioux and Chippewa, longtime foes, smoked the peace pipe in a ceremony attended by chiefs. Chippewa leader Cloud spoke of advancing civilization and goodwill as Sioux voices pledged a new era, with later confirmation by tribal councils in the west.
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Adghland
Wis
Ashland
Chisi Cloud
West
Cleveland Sends Letter Endorsing Indianapolis Ticket
President Cleveland writes a letter to Senator Calkery of Joenmana endorsing the Indianapolis ticket and denouncing populism. He plans to publish the letter this week and condemn those who left the Democratic party. The missive discusses the silver issue and issues a broad repudiation of populist influence. Also notes U S Minister Waylar’s report to Spain about favorable dispostion toward Spain and preventing filibuster departures to Cuba.
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Safta
Samea
Clavaland
Lianealsen Calkery
Joenmana
Indianapolis
Ilis
Fiat Ho
Clisaga
Wedding Couple Busted for Sidewalk Biereride Arrest
A bridal pair named Treman from Philadelphia were arrested in Terupstead for violating the sidewalk bierel riding ordinance. At arraignment Justice Seinan lectured them on married duties, convincing the bride to promise a happy, peaceful life together.
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Terupstead
Seinflier
Treman
Thiladelphia
Wilson
Seanan Askerd
Taney
Fustiem
General Upward Movement in Prices Anticipated
The weekly trade review notes better prospects and easing monetary anxiety but limited demand for finished goods. Heavily purchased pig iron wool leather hides and cotton indicate growing business while prices remain low and a rebound awaits replenished dealer stocks. Bank failures New Orleans reveal brief hesitation alongside some crop disappointments and wage reductions.
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HK. G. Dun & Cos Weekly Review of Trade
New Orleans
United States
Canada
No 1 Figaro Arrested in Phoenix Park Murder Case
Tynan known as No 1 was arrested at Boulogne on a Scotland Yard warrant issued in 1952. He faces charges linked to the 1882 Phoenix Park murders of Lord Cavendish and Mr. Barke and to dynamite bomb manufacture for England. Incriminating papers and money were found. He is held for extradition to England.
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Phoenix Park
Tynan
Boulogne
Scotland Yard
Lord Frederick Cavendish
Barke
Lhevies Regal Lodge
Dublin
England
Eucland
George Gordon
Gentry Ties World Record in Northern New York Race
Gentry and Star Fujipter met for a $5,000 purse at Glenn Falls New York. Gentry equalled the world record of 2 09 set years earlier by Robert J. at Terre Haute, winning the heat by a full length in a quick race.
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Star Fujipter
New York
Aszucialini
Gienn
X. YL Gentry
Robert Jat Terre Tianig
Simoatsa
Gilg
Gentry
Flegiwood
Fire destroys express mail near Golden, Illinois
A Chicago to New York express train carrying valuable mail and goods caught fire near Golden, Illinois, burning thousands of dollars of cargo. Firemen quelled the blaze but a large portion of the mail matter was destroyed before extinguishment. Origin of the flames is believed to be combustion.
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New York
Chicago
Goaden
Bed
Elin Wain
Rhawel
Cinshaw
Ealiie
Treasury Condition Report Shows Cash, Balances, Losses
The treasury reports available cash of 42,000 and notes a shortfall of 148,7 in coin and 25,890 dollars in lave, detailing the current financial position and losses.
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Lave
Weekly Bank Statement Shows Unclear Revenue Change
The weekly bank statement reports a rese rgn increase and an excess in funds beyond legal requirements. Key figures and terms are garbled, but the note indicates a net shift in reserves and potential surplus above mandated limits.
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Lepal
French Wheat Crop Estimate Rises Amid Drought Lag
A tentative national forecast puts France’s grain harvest at about 9.54 million tons, up from 7.43 million tons the previous year, reflecting weather effects and acreage changes. Officials cautioned the figure may adjust with late-season conditions.
State Fair in Iowa Faces Debt as Enduring Question
The State Fair Association remains $15,000 in debt despite this year’s exhibition. Directors plan to pay last year’s premiums while carrying this year’s unpaid costs, hindered by rain but hopeful attendance would cover part of the deficit. Talks arise about moving the fair from Des Moines if state aid wanes, with other towns offering grounds and buildings. The next Legislature’s stance on funding could determine the fair’s fate.
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State Fair Association
Des Moines
Eight Days of Festivity Mark Iowa Statehood Jubilee
The state semi centennial outlines eight days of events led by strong committees. A pioneer reunion on October 2 draws many veterans, while the Iowa State Guard plus other bands will provide music. Illuminated carnival floats promise grand spectacle and pageantry across the celebration.
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Iowa
Lowa
Gand
Siam
Mississippi Valley
Pork Wells Dies in Prison in Peculiar Incident
Port Walls reports Pork Wells, transferred from Fort Aladisun to the ANANnose penitentiary, died in custody. An earlier incident involved an outlaw couple choosing which man to dive with, endangering Wells’s marriage and prompting a court inquiry.
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Pork Wells
Port Walls
Fort Aladisun
Watt
Dais
Lome
Walla
Inspectors to Examine State Insurance Firms
Readers are told that a six-year study by four experts, including Stewart Goodrell, will scrutinize all insurance companies in the state. The reviewers find initial signs that some firms show financial strain while others appear sound. In the coming days inspectors will inspect Des Moines area insurers and report on their reliability.
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Iuihs Stata
Stewart Goodrell
Dbink
Tha
Urance Birean
Wark
Lies Moines
Wife Murder Near Davenport
George J Stickelberger a farmer killed his wife in their Davenport area home. He was drinking heavily, neglected his family, and attempted to escape as neighbors restrained him. Authorities discussed guardianship for Stickelberger until a safer arrangement could be made.
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Davenport
George J. Stickelberger
Buffalo
Unitabekelberger
Stekelberger
Manorsaga
Stickelberger Leuk
Bidtale
Drowning at Chomp son s Mill and court plea on murder attempt
William Wyverberr and his daughter drowned near Tduboaque when a flood swept a plank from a temporary bridge. Mrs Wyverberr’s body was recovered later, while her husband remains missing. James Mahoney pleaded guilty in Cherokee district court to assault with intent to murder in the killing of Mary Kane of Aurelia after she refused his marriage.
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William Wyverberr
James Mahoney
Cherokee
Br. G. Herrick
Mindhaaoee
Mary Kane
Aurelia
Miss Kane
Mahoney
Farnsworth Sues to Recover Reward in Escape Case
Farnsworth travels to Cedar Rapids to press Eston officials for a reward for the recapture of escaped convict Casey from the Anamosa penitentiary. He claims Casey once hid in his company and later confessed before Farnsworth alerted police. The prisoner was arrested and sent back to Anamosa.
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Cedar Rapids
Eston
Casey
Auernpan
Linton
Anamosa
Monster Crowd Witnesses Des Moines State Fair Locomotive Wreck
Tenants report a crowd of about 70 000 at the Des Moines state fair as two 60 ton mogul locomotives wreck on a purpose built track near the grandstand. Golubeg and Silver Bug collided at 30 miles an hour, one engine destroyed and the other damaged but operable, with women fainting in the crowd and commuters delayed at Rock Island trains.
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Des Moines
Golubeg
Silverbug
Goldbus
Rock Island
Moral Crusade Sermon Scorns City Immorality and Business Men
Rev D L Sooy of Des Moines First Baptist delivered a Sunday sermon denouncing the Whitechapel district and accusing city leadership and business men of tolerating a social evil. He warned enforcement actions will be pushed and churches rallied to curb the vice.
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D. L. Sooy
Des Moines
Sooy
Amova
Murder in Des Moines at Sixth and Walnut Street Corner
Long Des Moines report recounts a fatal stabbing in a crowded Sixth and Walnut area. Frank of New York City dies after a street fight with William Harris and associates. Harris and Sloan jailed for murder as bystanders react. Also noted are a miners strike threat, animal disease in Willen area, Danish society election in Council Bluffs, a sudden death from apoplexy, a large elevator fire with extensive loss, and a man breaking neck after a fall.
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Frank
New York City
William Batrin
Warrin
Hue
Michael
Jala Sloan
William Farris
Harris
Dharrows
Eyhnie
Mike Harris
Lin
Witte
Melanie Wan Eakan
Barrisga Wel Sloan
Griswold General Store Fails Amid Multiple Setbacks
In Griswold Wisconsin proprietor J Thompsos faces failure linked to unknown ax sales and unsettled claims. The article notes a second local business downturn within six months and mentions involves Boies’ services across Illinois Indiana and Kentucky as a Democratic national committee plan unfolds in Iowa for political speeches.
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Griswold
Wis
Fis
Al-Gaov
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Iliness
Michean
Indiana
Kentucky
Bamoeratic National
Gounmmiulee
AA Bryan Inde Lowa
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