Gossip of the Town and Ward’s Finance Scandals
A column of gossip touches on Wendell Phillips imagined speeches at a minister meeting, Beecher’s stance on slavery, Ward and Ives echoing New York finance scams, and the danger of quick riches. It recalls Ford Ward and a Young murder case, plus a humorous tale of getting a portrait taken. The piece ends with a Chicago note on a grand jury bribe scandal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth National Bank of
New York
Napoleon
Ives
Ferdinand Ward
Gen
Grant
Ward
Recka
Ford
Indianapolis
Young
Our flat comedy praised for modern realism on stage
A London produced comedy titled Our flat receives high praise for its naturalistic humor and strong performances by Mrs. Musgrove and Marion Russell. The review notes stage craft, costumes, and characterizations from Clara Pryout to Bella, while revealing the author’s personal link to the material and a backstage note on cast changes and production funding. John Stetson seeks Henry Dixey for a future show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan
Beersheba
Hanugaville
Stringtown
London
New York
Boucicault
Morton Selton
Arta
Whiffen
BR. F. Colton
John Stetson
Trench
Furnitura Dealer
Clara Pryout
Mrs. Musgrove
Marion Russell
Ohio Governor denounces Reed rulings in aggressive talk
Gov Campbell of Ohio criticizes Speaker Reed's rulings as outrageous and warns the Republican Party may suffer if Reed is not repudiated. He meets J B Clark and Jones of the St Louis Republic who pledge support for him and the presidential nomination, with Campbell stating he backs the nominee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
Ohio
Talika
Washington
Reed
Congress
J. B. Clark
Missouri
Jones
St. Louis Republic
Columbus bids for Virtue as Swartwood moves to Toledo
In a league shakeup move Columbus seeks Virtue the Detroit first baseman while Swartwood receives a release to join Toledo. March league meeting planned at the Weddell house in Cleveland. The piece notes Kelly ready to sign with Boston if certain players are expelled, and Arlie Latham’s alleged actions impact the Brotherhood of the association.
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Columbus
Virtue
Detroit
Swartwood
Hamilton
Toledo
Weddell House
Cleveland
Long John Healy
Kelly
Boston
Denny
Glasscock
Boyle
Arlie Latham
Louisville
Cincinnati
Duryea
St. Paul
P. J. Murphy
Mike Kelly
Indianapolis
The Supreme Court Centennial Address Delivered by Cleveland
Ex President Grover Cleveland presided at New York on February 4 celebrating the centennial of the Supreme Court. He praised the early formation of the constitution and the nation's judicial structure, urging gratitude for the tribunal's strength and the example of free institutions. He expressed honored and highlighted the court's long service to American citizenship.
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Supreme Court
New York
Cleveland
Organization of the Supreme Court of the United States
Grover Cleveland
Supreme Court of the Unitedates
Mrs Harrison Seeks End to Handshakes at Receptions
Washington dispatch outlines Mrs Harrison’s plan to abolish handshakes at receptions and to alter cabinet ladies etiquette. It traces the custom from Presidents Madison and Jackson era practices, noting past entertainments, dancing, and varied social forms, including a grand Grees ball by President Tyler.
President Brash Talks Baseball Plans for Season
President Brash arrived from New York Monday excited about baseball prospects. He praised Juggs O'Brien's decision on the reserve clause, expected no injunction before the season, and said the club aims for the flag with several first base candidates. Ticket sales will start in four to five days to gauge support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brash
New York Mionday
Juggs O’brien
New York
Washington
Wine and Women Cause One Man to Go Wrong
Cincinnati report notes suspicions of misconduct by P. L. Dudley, general manager of the Cincinnati Northern railroad, amid a cascade of other brief items including a bridge wreck near Bridge Junction with fatalities, court motions over state tax suits, and allegations that a crematory superintendent stole and sold coffins from cremated remains in Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
P. L. Dudley
Cincinnati Northern Railroad
Theodore Hyman
Indianapolis
Market Master Resigns Amid City Council Contention
Robert Martindale of the market committee says no issue before the council reflected on Market master Isgrigg’s honesty. The committee believed him incapable for the petition and requested his resignation, which was tendered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
Robert Martindale
Council Market Committee
Isgrigg
Rotten Market Affairs New Pave ments to Be Laid
City council Monday night passed and defeated measures along party lines. The board of public improvements questioned street commissioner DeRuiter expenditures, leading to a committee referral. City engineer Shawver to discharge one natural gas inspector, while market officials faced financial findings. West Market master Wels to be removed for $347 short accounting. deputy clerk Perrott to act until replacement appointed. Committees approved asphalt projects on several streets and declared gas repairs at $800 acceptable instead of $1,425. Girls institute granted free use of Tomlinson hall for sewing classes. Dispensary hospital report: 1,139 patients in 1884, cost $17,227.41.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public Improvements
DeRuiter
Shawver
Iserigg
Wels
Welle
Perrott
Pennsylvania St
First
Saventh-sts
Illinois
Washington
Jackson Place
Ffletcher-ave
Dillon
Noble-sts
South-st
Virginia-ave
Noble-st
Delaware
Merrill-sta
Alabama
Nobie-sts
Pennsylvania
Ohio
St. Clairats
Central Ave
St. Mary
Fifth-sts
Gas Trust
Girls’ Industrial Institute
Nolan
Citizens’ Bobtail Company
Oliver
Roseman
Stechhan
Trusler
Virginia Ave
Sullivan
Grief at the Capital Two Corpses at the White House
Two women died in a fatal fire at Secretary Tracy's house. Mrs. Benjamin F. Tracy and Miss Mary Tracy were identified among the dead. President Harrison and Mrs. Harrison offered support as authorities organized burials and viewings. The mansion suffered extensive damage, with the second and third floors ruined while a dining room largely escaped. Funeral arrangements followed public interest as Blaine’s daughter Mrs. Coppinger was honored.
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White House
Benjamin F. Tracy
Secretary of the Navy
Proparty
Tracy
Misa Tracy
Coppinger
Sneak Thieves Foiled by Ringing Electric Bell at Ballard Home
Two men watched Granville M. Ballard's residence at 293 N Meridian Jr. Mrs Ballard rang an electric bell as a joke and the thieves fled when the family regrouped at supper. Jewelry valued at 350 dollars plus two watches and 40 dollars in a purse were taken. two 40 bracelets missing. The crime is linked to the afternoon suspicious pair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granville M. Ballard
N. Meridian Jr
Splan
Quigley
Mre. Ballard
Board of Trade to debate repeal of interstate law
A Wednesday noon meeting of the board of trade will discuss and act on a Detroit board of trade request to repeal the interstate commerce law. The measure is said to harm grain trade in Detroit, Cleveland, and other inland cities, with many members favoring repeal, though debate is expected. Also, George Morton, brother of a longtime offender known as Guav, was arrested on charges involving a robbery of Schiefer Decker on McCarty Street. Bail was posted, and the case may go directly to a grand jury amid public chatter.
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Board of Trade
Detroit Board of Trade
Detroit
Cleveland
Morton
George Morton
Guav
Schieferdecker
McCarty Sr
Caatiera
Dozen fine carrier pigeons stolen and more court cases
Reported thefts include carrier pigeons owned by George Barcham. Oliver Cousins denied a new trial by Judge Irvin and received a five year sentence. Andy Gallagher sought for burglary in Brazil Indiana. J R Robinson of Indianapolis claimed to originate design and build the Windom silver bill. George Clare faces embezzlement charges with a $100 firm employee claim pending in Indianapolis. Frank Wakehold, German, fined $10 for assaulting his wife with a bucket. Frank Harper on trial for alleged criminal assault on 12 year old Hattie Bynum. Ken Solomon arrested for receiving stolen goods. Sergi Taffe found Mrs Geo Shafer’s watch and charged with petit larceny. Superior court affirmed damages judgments against the city for depot and viaduct, appealed to the supreme court. Wedding of Frank Atlase and Miss Sarah Barnard at Maednerchor hall. reception for 200 guests. Lovie Tambolini files suit in Kankakee saloon replevin. Indiana trotting horse breeders elect officers at Grand Hotel. School promotions change praised by Supt. Jones. Hood’s Sarsaparilla advertised as health tonic.
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George Barcham
Oliver Cousins
Irvin
Andy Gallagher
Brazil
Ind
J. R. Robinson
Indianapolis
Windom
George Clare
Eaton, O
Frank Wakehold
Sullivan
Frank Harper
Hattie Bynum
Harper
Ken Solomon
Sergi. Taffe
Geo. Shafer
Superior Court
Wo. Dell
George R. Root
Union Depot
Plane Fore
Supreme Court
Frank Atlase
Decatur, D
Misa Sarah Barnard
Pittsburg
Kankakee
E. Washington Sr
Jesse Stephen
Indiana Trotting and Pacing Horse Breeders Association
Grand Hotel
C. EK. Wright
Geo. Campbell
Rushville
Horace F. Wood
J. Robison
C. L. Clancy
Edinburgh
Darnell
A. C. Daily
Lebanon
Jones
Debut of Bud in Trousers Stirs Washington Society
Social snobbery in Washington prompts a new debut ritual as a ten year old son of Representative Harmer is slated to "come out" at a private afternoon reception. Dr Ruth serves as chaperon, famed for his wedding record and official drawing room presence, while Mrs Harrison’s public reception defied norms by not shaking hands and featuring elaborate dress and a wave of portrait sales.
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Washington
Papara
Harmer
Pennsylvania
Ruth
Dr. Ruth
Ward McAllister
Bud
Prince Albert
M. L. Rayne
Meta. Harrison
Maiden
Louis Quatorze
Harrison
New York State
White House
Freeman’s Fraternal Feeling Ends in Jail Time
Judge Irvin sentenced Frank Freeman to two years of confinement after he admitted to detaining Louis Hall a Big Four freight conductor. Hall, then intoxicated, had a $250 gold watch on him at Mattie Bell’s resort. Freeman claimed he held the watch only to keep it safe until Hall sobered, but a detective later reported Hall wanted the timepiece back. Freeman pleaded guilty and was jailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Marceau
Marceau
Freeman
Irvin
Frank Freeman
Durante Vile
Warden Murdock
Louis Hall
Louis Lay
Mattie Bell
Hall
Ward and Harris Involved in Quiet Boxing at Institute
Ward and Harris, cooks at a surgical institute, bet five dollars over an officer order. Harris had only one dollar, led to a minor scuffle when Ward demanded the stake. Harris fled, with Ward drawing a slight wound and threatening to prevent pursuit. Runnels became stakeholder as 97 sleepers locked the stable door, while Harris sought Aldridge and other escapees. police ordered silence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Ward
John Harris
Surgical Institute
John Runnels
Ward
Harris
Aldridge
Scarlet Fever Spreading Among Children Reported
Contagious diseases rise with seven new scarlet fever cases and three diphtheria cases reported at the health office on Tuesday. Officials say no epidemic is anticipated, but the increase is alarming. New York filched syndicate seizes Reading road stake.
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Wendell Phillips
Frend Ward
Terry
Union Ministers
Ben
Henry Ward Beecher
State House
Pension Bureau
Hovey
la Grippe
Chicago
Clatn
Amusenents
Granp
Park
Arizona
Joe
CrcLoRama
Atlanta
Viginia-Ave
John Martin
Henry Dixey
Gondoliers
Do. c
Louis Burgheim
Bates House
OUR Great High Court
Madison
Jackson
Jackson’s Hall
Tyler
Prorta
Bridge Junction
Wm. Neville
O’ Brien
Mr. Lewis
Neville
Peoria & Pekin Road
Frii
Taylor
Charles P. Jacobs
McCaslin
L. P. & A. Railroad Company
Council Affairs
Howland
Lowe Carey
Consumers’ Gas Trust Company
Carey
Alford
Trust Company
New Orleans
Citt
Gen. Tracy
Aar
Mary
Indiana
Dick Wells
Wells
Levk
Hood
Prouser
Tira
Philadelphia
Austin Corbin
Reading Road
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