Veterans to form new grand lodge order in state unions
Adj Gen. Koontz heads the Soldiers and Sailors veterans association as letters flood in about a new organization. Old G A R members may join the new group seeking a union of local state and national lodges with a 15 member executive committee. Printing of the constitution by-laws and charter is underway as organizers prepare mass meetings and statewide organizing dodges.
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Koontz
Soldiers and Sailors’ Veteran Association
Adsgen
Aline
Woman Involved In Double Life Tragedy In Haven
In Haven Conn on December 1 the body of George Donavan the saloonist was found in a reservoir after he shot John D. King then killed himself. King had led a double life and was involved with a woman Donavan loved. Letters from multiple women were found in King’s room indicating broad social ties and compromising entanglements.
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Haven
Conn
George Donavan
John D. King
King
Donavan
Dorsyan
Victor
Annexation of Canada creates new U S map outlook
New York December 1 The World presents a map showing Canada admitted as states would yield twenty eight states and territories with fourteen new senators and fifty two representatives. Prominent Canadians endorse the inevitable result and Sherman is tipped as future secretary of state.
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New
York, Dez
United States
Canada
Sherman
Europe on Nettles War Feared as Russian Moves Grow
A Berlin dispatch reports rising unease across Europe with war seen as inevitable. Daily Russian frontier preparations trigger fear. despite assurances that no war is planned, the public remains doubtful. Financial centers tremble as any alarm spreads across the continent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Europe
Bad Pupils and Saloon Visit Shock Columbus
Columbus reports a scandal at a local high school where both boys and girls frequented a saloon and restaurant, with girls entering through a rear door. The affair has caused a sensational stir among families and the community. Judge Ritter delivered an oral decision in the Labor Signal contempt case, ruling in favor of the defendant and signaling possible continuations of the public debate. The case involved Proctor & ra and a manufacturer over alleged faults in production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bish
Columbus
Ritter
Sbyidb
Laintiffs
Anitifor
Strikers Face Turbulence as Indianapolis Rift Deepens
The city reels Friday night as Chief Sargent and firemen’s brotherhood leaders discuss the switchmen strike. Flo from Cleveland and Chief Arthur deny meddling, while Wilkinson complains of lack of unity among rail unions. Reports of possible broad walkouts and a Belt Line yard gathering fade after police dispersal amid rumors of a major wreck remain unconfirmed.
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Sargent
Firemen’s Brotherhood
Sweeney
Wilkinson
Flo
New Orleans
Indianapolis
Arthur
Cleveland
Brakemen’s Brotherhood
Sun
Amore Railroad
Tnen
Belt Road
Vessel in cyclone near Delaware capes sinks with crew
The French steamer Panama reports the loss of one man after a cyclone struck off Delaware capes on November 26. A dark, nearly level hulk with distress signals was seen. rescuers could not reach the crew, who were clinging to the afterhouse and waving lights before all signals went out. No further word on any vessel matching the description.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weasek
Yclone
PerLapeSpama
Panama
Spain
Ora
Chabot
Delaware Capes
Hoe
Hatchling Cradle Success in New York Incubator
New York reports the successful use of a patent incubator cradle at Ward Island Hospital. Baby Edith, born 13 weeks early at the Emigrant Hospital, grew from 14 inches and about two pounds to 20 inches and six pounds after six days in the incubator. The mother’s custody request faced court action, with attorneys seeking records and a custody ruling by Judge Hadley.
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New Worx
New York
Eleanor McLean
Ward Island Hospital
Edith
Irmingham
Peatiow
Reinhold
Peaneng
Hadley
Asis
Itheorde
Murphy in town a temperance worker draws crowd
A stout clerical looking man named Francia Murphy visits Denison House amid fanfare as the great temperance crusader. He claims to have converted millions in years past and plans a Sunday 4 PM event at Y M C A, while praising Col. Ingersoll and discussing death with reporters.
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Temperance Worker
Denison House
la’ Auditor
Prohibitionista
Francia Murphy
Temperance 6
Y. M.C. Acta
Murphy
Col
Robert Ingersoll
Forest Cityhouse
Cleveland
Ohio
Col. Ingersoll
Senator Morton
San Francisco
Meust
Eesland
Arteman Ward
Awhille
Thad
Brown
Warde
Depore the Split Democratic Ex-Salaters and G A R Defection
In Baltimore Det 1 notes Grand Army of the Republic posts split over Indiana troubles. Gen John W Horne, ex-department commander, stresses a strict rule against politics in grand army matters. Veterans unite to condemn political interference while upholding the charity and beneficence of the organization.
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Baltimore
Spl
Grand Army
Maryland
Prand Army
John W. Horne
Indiana
Masonic Order
Protestant Episcopal Church
Army of the Republic
Horne
Denial By Mary Doran After Acquittal in Columbus
Mary Doran, recently acquitted of murdering her husband by carbbolic acid in Columbus on a plea of emotional insanity, returns to the city and denies a published report of attorney trouble. She says she accepted the attorney’s advice and speaks rationally about the death, trial, and public kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Doran
Columbuea
Tai Sun
Columbus
Fire destroyed store saved by quick fire department work
Firemen battled a blaze at a Rockport Indiana grocery store where the entire shop burned but the structure was saved by firefighters. Names of local helpers Kemen Gillett and Nobsey are noted as assisting while glass debris caused minor injuries and property loss reached about 2,800 dollars.
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Rockbort
Ind
Johnson
Terrills' Fort and Grocery
Kemen- Gillett
Nobsey
The Skulls Must Pay in Harper County Bonds Case
A United States court case from Fanno Dakota details Indiana men using Harper Kansas county skulls to win bond approvals in 1873. The skulls’ voters backed large internal improvement bonds, later sold east. now the county faces repaying the fraudulently issued bonds. Legal authority suggests counties may have to pay, unable to challenge the auditor’s signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fanno, Dak
Auli
United States
Indiana
Harper County
Kansas
Hoosisthom
Cincinnati
Buffalo Skulls
Robbery and assorted town news in scattered items
The report details a burglary where a window was broken and a stash of money and prizes stolen, with a janitor attempting to thwart the thief as 84 policemen heard nothing. Separate items note a farmer from Mer vin disappearing with his daughter and a Chicago bound escape with up to $10,000. December reflections cover Saxon month lore, Henry I, and a note on eel eating. The trial of Theodore F. Gearing ends with a $25 fine and 30 days workhouse, while Augusta reports White Cap notices warning locals.
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Sreken
Alock
Blake
Bacon
Sun
Courag
Henc
Henry I
Hoglan
William
Robart
Holy Land
Robert
Normandy
Henry
Henry West Betty
London
Deany
Theodore F. Gearing
Gearsing
O. M.allen
Riverave
Haughville
German Pioneers Honor Deceased Member at Delaware Street
A Friday afternoon procession led by the Union band and the German pioneers association honored John Weiss, a noted contractor. Over 100 marched from 323 N Delaware to Crown Hill cemetery after services by Rev. Christian Peters. Weiss, who had resided there since 1850, leaves a widow and two children.
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Union
Delawarest
Wwen
German Pioneers’ Association
F. Sennadér
Wm. €. Weiland
Chas
Renner
John Weiss
N. Delaware St
Builders’ Union
J.C. Adama
Weiss
Christian Peters
Zion Lutheran Church
Crown Hill Cemetery
Burglary At Tana Knightsown Dry Goods Store
Knightstown area report states MB Haris dry goods store burglarized Friday night with $26 in oak and goods stolen. Separate item notes Peter Artin died of heart disease in his buggy at Muncie Friday.
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Tana
Knightstown
MB. Haris’ Dry Goods
Peter Artin
Muncie
WIRE WHELPERS AND POLITICAL DRIFT IN LATE REPORTS
A scattered OCR snippet mentions T A Willams appointed gunger at Swi gan and Littlewood in New York, with distant notes on maritime defense, a Chicago cashier indicted for embezzlement, and Margery Dean of Paris. Gov. Lee of Virginia, a Sutton arrest reward, and Oates of Alabama discussing suffrage and party strategy. Substantial garble and unclear dates follow, referencing theater protests, bribery allegations, and presidential powers.
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T. A. Willams
Swigan
Itd
Frid Littlewood
New York
Herty
Wilwin
Germany
Zanzibar
Tallman
Chicago
J.5 Pittman
Margery ‘Dean
Paris
U. S
Ripley
New
Ieee
Hela Saturda
Ruin
Grink
Bishop P Cos
Weston Oleee Gay
Donouneed
Andr Cay
Elegilons
Cleveland
Round trip rate to Chicago raised to nine thirty
The article notes fare increases from seven thirty to nine thirty for trips to Chicago. It also covers multiple court cases and corporate filings including the Tribune company of New Albany filing articles of association with capital stock six thousand dollars to publish a paper and printing. It mentions Lee F Wilson candidate for speaker, a mayoral theft case, Elks rehearsals for a December benefit, and Ira Rush suing Marshal Hawkins for damages.
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Chicago
Gussia Warner
Mont Case Fame
Margaret Hughea
Anthony Hauser
Tribune Company of New Albany
Capital Stock
John J. Moore
United States
Union Grove
Maple Grove Natural
Union ‘Township
Delaware County
Lee
F. Wilson
Shelby
George Williamson
John Kerr
W. Washington St
Decatur
The
Elks
Erneatinoff
Olse
Ira
Rush
United
Marshals
Marshal Hawnes
Eon Etty the Puit
Bush
Federal grand jury to take up election case scrutiny
The federal grand jury will convene Tuesday December 4 to hear election law violations and counterfeit cases. About 400 election matters are in play with subpoenas issued and witnesses ready. Prosecutions hinge on evidence, with Leyton Dudley’s campaign letter drawing particular attention as potentially strongest proof.
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Federal
Grand J Jury
Witnerses
Tims
Taeva
Mora
Little Ja Boog
Sea Ee
Dudley
Foir
Discontent Seethes Over Power in Knights of Labor
The Times reports growing discontent within the Knights of Labor as disintegration spreads through local and district assemblies. Delegates fear autocracy under Powderly and warn the leadership’s influence may trigger broader fracture and crisis across states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siri
New York
Times
Barz
Duriazx
Harrison Genl Harrison Society Debut In Indianapolis
Literary culture gains traction in Indianapolis at a Blackford Atchan M B church meeting. W A Sweeny led the session and read a long constitution while officers and lists of members were organized. The society plans weekly meetings with debates and a roster process to enroll participants.
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Indianapolis
Blackford Atchan M
Gen. Harrison
W. A. Sweeny
Sweeney
Bera
Lewis
Indigo Franklin
Complex suit over Brace heirs property title in superior court
John W and John A Brace sue George P Bigse and others in superior court Friday to quiet title to the Brace heirs addition. They claim the property, inherited by Davie Bruce after his death, passed without other heirs. Nancy Reagan Bruce sold it to George Bruce who platted it into lots and added to a theory in 1872. Since then the lots have been purchased and dwellings erected, with current value estimated around $200000. The case involves technical complications and fifty years of related transactions.
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John W
John.a.'brace
George P. Bigse
Brace
Davie Bruce
Bet
George Bruce
Unfallbericht über Cob Schmidt und Hospitalaufenthalt
Cob Schmidt, ein Bustriebler, wohnt nahe dem Krankenhaus. Er zeigte einen Mittelfinger am Eingang des Hospitals.
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Dakota
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Rhea
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Unite. States Grand Jury
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