Captain John Spillane remembered as high‑standing police veteran
Special to The Sem. San Francisco December 29. Captain of Police John Spillane who died suddenly in this city a few days ago was one of the best known western officers with long service and unblemished integrity through upheavals and exposures that tested men around him. Spillane's life of 65 years has been impaired by the loss of a respected lawman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sem
San Francisco
John Spillane
West
Spillane
Legendary City Lawman Spillane’s Hard Fought Police Career
A veteran Civil War era figure, Spillane earned fame as an Indian fighter and fearless patrolman on Second Street. He battled hoodlums, led a Southern station rescue, and briefly served as acting chief before returning to his beat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spillane
Second St
Grupt
Panda
Ini
Marketst
Record-setting call money spikes amid market strain
In New York on December 2, call money surged to 125 percent with a $400,000 loan at 11:30. Early loans ranged from 7 to 39 percent as banks drew down reserves to cover January settlements. Amalgamated Copper, United States Steel, Union Pacific and major rails fell, while the market overall remained weak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scrippa-McHar Press Association
New York
Fair Money
Oater
Aittle
Amalgamated Copper
United States Steel
Union Pacific
Amalgamated
Lette
Penfield Resigns as State Department Legal Adviser
In 1887 Penfield resigns from the role of legal adviser to the state department. Secretary Root and the president praise his excellent record and service in the position.
Benjamin Franklin in France a prophetic democratic beacon
An account discusses Franklin in Paris, detailing his influence on French thought, court attitudes, and the awakening of liberal ideas. It portrays Franklin as incarnate democracy, admired by Marie Antoinette’s circle yet feared for sowing winds that would later become whirlwinds, with reflections from John Hay in Century Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Bee
Ubera
Fres
Torx
Aklin
Marie Antoinette
Jon
Aristides
Phocion
Frankin
Joseph II
Austria
Paris
Bostoh
John Hay
Century Magazine
Forcible Argument in Judge Sanderson's Office
Gang of Southern Pacific officials recall a tale from the early 1870s in Sacramento. Tax attorney Black Ryan read a Placer county tax brief as Judge B. W. Sanderson paced, then Ryan drew a long revolver and asked for a verdict on the brief. Sanderson quipped that it was the most forcible argument he had ever heard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beveral
Old Guard
Southern Pacific
Thd Law Department
W. Sanderson
Judse Sanderson
Supreme Court
Sanderson
Ivan
Ryan
Judge Donerson
How Hats Are Made From Old Silk Hats
A hatter explains the life of a silk hat from its repair and reuse. He traces the seven past hats in one worn beaver style, details the components and steps to block, shellac, plush, and finish a hat, and notes the long lifespan of the silk hat with careful maintenance and refurbishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminste
New York
Els
Otters Bench
Ilse
Icienco Journal
Lincoln men named for canal zone posts in Magoon era
Special to the Sun reports Chas No Maxons governor general and a group including Wellman Campa and others seek key canal zone roles under Magoon. Weldman, Wil Payinin, Camper, and Dr O Connor are noted as capable, with Baker appointed deputy customs chief and O Connor re elected Panama school superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Nek
Dre
Magoon
LACE OF MANNERS AND THE AVERAGE CITIZEN
The Providence Journal cites a piece criticizing lack of manners and rush in daily life. It contrasts hurried behavior on trains and boats with long shop crowds. It notes men rushing for cars and offices, while women linger at bargain counters. It laments habitual apologies and social pretense, measuring life by time and money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Maria
Ahr
Acros
Abe
Liberty Reclaimed and Hood’s Sarsaparilla Cure Mention
A scrambled Dallas News item notes Liberty Bel and retump, with a reference to Berofula blood showed in swellings and eruptions. It mentions Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a complete cure for assumed ailments and conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty
Dallas News
Hood
Silent on Murder in Little Italy Trial of Angelo Napoli
Special to the Sun San Francisco Angelo Napoli a Graeco Roman champion wrestler and heavyweight is on trial for the murder of Joe Brogiedo a fisherman in the Italian quarter The motive is believed to be silencing Brogiedo who knew too much about the Tortorici or Little Torch murder The case is linked to the Black Hand as alleged by authorities
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Angelo Napoli
Iitter
Joe Brogeig
Bregedo
MaGa
Mystery Night Murder and Jail in a Saloon
A chaotic account describes a murder night with Bregeda in a saloon and several suspects including Napoli and Aragzi. Gunfire bursts, witnesses refuse to testify, and investigators question Napoll and others as a mysterious figure known as the Blak Haw haunts the case.
Two Visitors Use False Names in Hotel Check In
Rainsue City Times reports at Sivay intel yesterday two men approached the desk requesting rooms. Clerk Saar Campbell noted the men wrote Smith Hrathers and then pressured him to register both his and a brother's names. The case highlights confusion over identities and customary hotel records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sivay
Saar Campbell
Smith Hrathers
Campbell
Hany
Bolbee
Heathers
Gaireman
Rainsue City Times
Down in Texas dominoes clash with reform wave
St Louis visitor Earl O Tuckey notes Texas reform sweeping the country yet reports a state law banning public card games. In Fort Worth players were arrested after a late show, jailed briefly, and released on bail, with domino games closing as public amusements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Earl
Tuckey
St. Louis
Plankinton
Fort Worth
Grey
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Theatrical Critic and the White Horse Request
The story recalls Sir Henry Irving seeking a suitable white horse for a scene. A stage hand suggests contacting a distinguished actor manager with access to an excellent horse. Irving inspects the animal and secures a bargain, but fears it might be fractious. The owner jokes the horse would yawn on stage, prompting Irving to remark that a critic is a loaden glove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Irving
Sir Henry
Also Mentioned on This Page
Penfield
Benj. Franklin
France
Joke Wan
Geo. L. Campen
Deliye
Avacadon
Hira
Frovidence Journal
Little
Italy
Bregeda
Napoli
Anton Irazcitt
Uyemate
Wan
Aragzi
Fedy
Nebel Umme Halely
Ariemyuth
Gilk
Deleeti
Nayoth
Mutner
Gladimere
Ouras
Indianapolis
Dea
Wees Rene
U. S
Standard Coal & Mining Co
Holton Place
the Famous Furniture CO
Washington St
J. A. Munchhof
Marion County
Washington Street
Antwerp
Grand Rapids
Sss
Wases
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!