Odd Things and Disasters Inspire City Tales
A stroll through a sensational collage of events from a railroad disaster at St Maude to quirky urban misadventures. A man identifies charred bodies with his wife’s dog. deserted wives surge in New York courts. a Newfoundland named Nero aids after an ambulance incident. a New York couple’s burglar alarm turns heroic. rescuers save a woman from a riverbank. Boston enacts a snoring drunk law as magistrates crack down in police court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Maude
New York City
Cleveland
Nero
St. Alexis
Theodore Bungartz
Fredericka
Twenty-fifth St
New York
Boston
Murder of champion bicyclist Dubois shocks Paris
Paris reports Dubois the French cycling champion was murdered by a work crew at Lux after he challenged their rough behavior on the road. He was beaten with a crowbar and died from skull fractures despite immediate medical aid. Also noted is a Labor Day music union dispute and editor suspensions as three Republican papers suspend operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Dubois
France
Lux
Why Robert Didn't Run and the Horse Race Tale
A quirky story centers on Robert attempting to ride a horse in a race. He makes little progress as Caleb causes trouble, and the tale notes widespread. The narrative ends with Caleb enjoying popularity and Robert fuming while others admire Caleb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
Caleb
Umbrella Service Offers Cheap Rain Gear Nationwide
A New York scheme forms the United States umbrella providing company with 150000 capital to supply umbrellas nationwide. Members pay 8 for an medal check and may borrow a silk umbrella at depots across the country. The company promises repairs and broad depot coverage in cities, theaters, stations, ferries, and hotels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
San Francisco
Parnell Repudiated as Dillon and O'Brien Split
July 30 report notes Dillon and O'Brien publish a statement disowning Parnell as leader of the nationalist party. The McCarthy faction cheers while Parnellites grow despondent over the intelligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dillon
O'Brien
Parnell Bs
Nationalist Party
McCarthy
Parnellites
Blackberries saved as fire hits Michigan Avenue. court and crimes
A small blaze on 156 Michigan Avenue caused $50 damage when a spark from a Panhandle locomotive ignited a pile of blackberries. Commission-house-terror on Sanborn and others reported. Excursions to Niagara Falls and Detroit announced. Police report two tramps wanted for grand larceny in Greenfield. Marriage licenses issued. A Chicago ticket brokers trust forms locally. some offices resist. A man named Path fined for assaulting a woman. Royal Hammer linked to Louisiana lottery schemes but cleared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C Commission-house-terror
Sanborn
Michigan-ava
Panhandle
Board of Public Works
Niagara Falls
Borbing
H. J. Rhein
Detroit
Joseph Foley
Patrick Sullivan
Greenfield
Brutus
Charles
Caroline Brooking
Peter
Maggie Speltz
Mre
Hazelrige
John
Annie Parker
C. I
Mia
Felix Gravenity
Wayne Ave
Frederica Schott
S. Ilinois St
Mra. Lock
Geo. Frey
Chicago
Maustin Path
Royal Hammer
Hammer
American Express Office
Harry Walker
Walker
Farmers' Alliance forms non conformist organ in Indiana
About 200 Farmers' Alliance members met in a criminal court room to organize a political group. J H Allen presided until Geo Force became chairman. An Indianapolis organ called the Non conformist was planned with Vincent as editor. Subscriptions pledges reached 5009 as farmers vow to fight old party leaders and confirm farmer power. Polk denounces Cleveland at King's Mountain rally amid rising third party talk in North Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoples’ Party
J. H. Allen
Terre Haute
Geo. Force
Rankin
Rational Committee
Indianapolis
Vincent
Farmers’ Alliance
Kansas
Brown County
Sim Coy
Cleveland
Polk
Farmers’ al- Hance
Hill
Charlotte
N. C
King’s Mountain
al- Hance
Grover Cleveland
Alliance
Col. Polk
Democratic Party
North Carolina
West Market Clash Between Two Mothers Ends With Fines
In a chaotic West market scene two middle aged women, Mary Pedry and Catharine Burner, clashed over a prodigy and spilled insults. A cabbage was thrown, fists and boards battled, witnesses claim both were guilty. Squire Feitleman issued fines after attempting to document the fracas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Pedry
Catharine Burner
Mars
West Market
Mrs. Burner
Prodigy
Mrs. Pedry
Mrs. P
Mrs. B
Squire Feitleman
Western Union Manager Shot in Suffolk Virginia Ambush
John Epps, manager of the Western Union office in Suffolk, Va., was killed by unknown assailants in an ambush Wednesday night. His body was found on a railroad track Thursday morning as searchers comb the countryside for the killer. Separately, a Fairview Park trolley mishap caused panic when a wire snag left cars stranded, but there were no injuries.
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Western Union
Petersbrurg
John Epps
Suffolk
Sun
Fairview Park
Crown Hill
Lizzie
Abduction Charge Involving Alexander Vance and Susie Kimber
Detective Thornton arrives from Anderson with Alexander Vance. Susie Kimber, a colored resident, swears out a warrant for abducting her daughter and taking her to Anderson, where she was kept in a house of ill repute. Vance, an old offender, previously jailed for burglary arson and rape, accused of persistent crime. Negotiations between Chicago Packers and Stockyards Company progress via cable between London and Boston as Armour Depew and Winston work in London to bring Londoners to Boston. Two packers in Boston discuss Chicago yard works if guaranteed fair treatment.
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Detectiva Thornton
Anderson
Alexander Vance
Susie Kimber
Drake St
Vance
Cabre
Bosxton
Chicaro
Stockyards
London
Boston
Messrs
Armour
Depew and
Winston
Chicago
Fey
In Toronto No Street Cars Run on Sunday
A brief note reports Sunday transit absence in Toronto Canada. The item mentions a clay clock novelty showing wind on the dial when run down. It hints at other scattered curiosities and societal observations from the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Canada
Michigan
Florida
Europe
Public wary of rail stock as dice metaphor shifts to trust
New York July 30 The Commercial Bulletin offers an editorial on the financial outlook noting investors tire of manipulated statistics in railway securities. It cites shaken confidence in official statements and stock exchange oversight, warning that private data from railroad officers misleads investors and hinders capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The
Commercial Bulletin
Sayls
Stock Exchange
Two Wrecks Injure Four Men on Cincinnati Southern
July 30 report from Louison Ohio describes two wrecks on the Cincinnati Southern line. A freight train derailed near High Bridge when a broken axle collapsed debris trapping two brakemen. A rescue construction train then collided with a freight engine killing engineer Ben Carroll and injuring fireman McKinley who died. Carroll lives were nonrecoverable.
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Louison
Cincinnati
High Bridge
Ben Carroll
McKinley
Booodlem SLE Toronto civil graft probe unfolds
In Toronto Alderman MacDonald presented affidavits to the mayor claiming seven aldermen accepted boodie from a railroad seeking city entry. Two suspects fled the city as investigators pursue the case amid civic intrigue and possible resignations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
MacDonald
Maryland
Baltmorse
Ford
Opera House
Frank Brown
Povernor
Europe
Barnes Compton
Down
Lloyd
William Hoffman
Gorman
Brown
Irish Prisoners Released Amid West Of Ireland Joy
John Dillon and William O Brien were freed Thursday morning from prison and greeted by large, diverse crowds. Bishop McCormack hosted breakfast before the two addressed admirers. The pair then left by afternoon train amid widespread rejoicing across western Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dosim
John Dillon
William O’ Brien
Bishop McCormack
Iraqland
Weather and advice on medical purchase in 1891 Indiana
Indiana weather forecast for Indianapolis area notes fair, cooler conditions for the next 24 hours ending July 3 1891. Also advice on buying necessities highlights Hood's Sarsaparilla as economical medicine, promoting “100 Doses One Dollar” as a key benefit.
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Indiana
Indianapolis
Hood
Hovey and Local Officials Show Off Timely Treasures
A long list of notable watches and timepieces owned by Gov Hovey Col W B Roberts Jim Rice and others charms readers. Descriptions highlight two dial Swiss movement and gold cases with whimsical anecdotes about wearers and punctuality. Saratoga Races notes follow with results and times.
Quay and Dudley Resign From National Republican Committee
Washington July 30. Senator Quay and W W Dudley resign from the national republican committee positions of chairman and treasurer amid firm defiance. Quay also steps down as Pennsylvania representative, prompting protests and a shift in leadership. Clarkson becomes temporary chairman and Blaine's nomination prospects stir party maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Quay
W. W. Dudley
National Republican Committee
Pennsylvania
Dudley
Clarkson
Blaine
Maine
Col. Conger
Bar Harbor
Conger
Harrison
Blaineites
Warrison
Alger
Tim Keefe Stiles Out As New York Denies Rehire
New York officials dismiss reports that Tim Keefe and the club reconciled. President Day and Walter Spalding say the release was made ten days ago and no reversal is planned. Spalding notes Keefe has not pitched at a quality level matching his salary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tim Keefe
Day
Walter Spalding
Keefe
Spalding
Ir. Day
Midnight Apring of Youth Ends in Knife Fight
In Shelbyville Indiana on Washington Street a clash among Ed Holley Ad Schroeder Joe Smith William Roberts Ottis Sandfur and others left Ottis Sandfur with eight knife wounds to the head and back. Several youths were arrested as the fight prompts police action. In Washington New York Fassett the new collector says he will accept the post despite no personal pursuit or campaign for the office.
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Shelbyville
Ind
Spl
Ed. Holley
Ad, Schroeder
Joe Smith
William Roberts
Ottis Sandfur
IE. Washington Sr
Wim. Roberts
Bliss & Swain
Washington
S. Fassett
New York
Burglars Active on Gresham Street Homes
Burglars hit two houses on Gresham Street Wednesday night. At 45 George Spratt’s residence jewelry was stolen including two valuable rings. Nearby, jewelry was also taken from W. E. Mercer editor of the Gazette.
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Greshamst
George Spratt
W. E. Mercer
the Gazette
Fresh Foreign Facts Across World Headlines
Cholera death rate in Mecca reached 140 per day as global reports highlight unrest. Russia plans remodeling similar to French methods while Diaz faces multi-front attacks and press constraints in Mexico. Dublin celebrates Dijion and O'Brien release amid festivities. Chilean insurgents claim near end of war with victory likely. Funeral crowd of 25 000 for St Maude victims. Lord Salisbury warns Europe war is nearer. Essen drift sinks seven workers. two assassination attempts target President Barrillas. Saunders dies aboard Charles Wentmore in Liverpool. Nihists clash with police in St. Petersburg. czar conspiracy uncovered.
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Mecca
Russia
Diaz
Mexico
Dijion
O’brien
Dublin
St. Maude
Lord Salisbury
London
Essen
Germany
President Barrilas
Guatemala
Saunders
Charles Wentmore
Duluth
Liverpool
St. Petersburg
Big Four Offer Round Trip To G A F Encampment
Travel deal promotes a five dollar and forty cent round trip to the G A F Encampment with a summer appeal. The notice mentions the Big Special and a dental parlor advertisement at Brown's, 30 Circle Street, inviting readers to inquire in column Travelers' Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown's Dental
Circle St
Tallentire faction wins call for Grand Opera house convention
The Tallentire and Smith factions clash over timing for the city central committee convention. By Thursday noon the Tallentire group secured a 8 pm Saturday convention at the Grand Opera house, later shifted to 1 pm Saturday afternoon. Ex-Mayor Denny remains noncommittal while Billy Herod looms as a stronger rival to Caleb.
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Mr. Truster
Fallentire
Denny
William Herod
Tallentire
Smith
City Central Committee
Tallantira
Trusler
Tallentina
Grand Opera House
Yinges
Ward
Gresham
Billy
Herod
Caleb
Sporting Lite Review Highlights Wednesday Results
Features of Sporting Lite reports Wins by Myra beau Nero Little Rock Nearus in various races. Pittsburg signs McGunnigle as manager. St Paul race winners Catalpha Polemus Minnie L Sympathetric'n Kings mat Danny Needham Billy Mahon fought in Frisco with Mahon losing in 29 rounds. Bryansville beats Fort Wayne 10 to 3 for 17th straight victory. Ted Pritchard challenges Charlie Mitchell. possible matches with Fitzsimmons or Hall in England. Billy Pool vs Jack Bane in Walla Walla canceled due to iron in Bane’s glove. Chicago Garfield Park winners Brandolette Neva C Rosemont Addie Out of Sight and Armies. Brandolette sets 70-yard record 1:45. National League: Brooklyn 6 Philadelphia 4 Lovett Kinslow Gleason Clements. Pittsburg 2 Cincinnati 8 Baldwin Mack Mullane Harrington. Cleveland: Lakewood Prince 2:21 Temple Bar 2:19 Happy Bee 2:27. Free-for-all pace Hal Pointer wins three heats, fastest ever 2:10 84. Danville winners Jayfoot Princess Echo Frank 8 Cannon Ball. Louis McPherridge noted at track. Subite Billy 0 and Clint Kiff favored to win. Bishop Coxe cautions about conduct. Odd bicycling notes close the column.
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Asco
Baltimore
Chicago
Hawthorne
Myrabeau
Nero
Little Rock
Nearus
Pittsburg
McGunnigle
St. Paul
Catalpha
Polemus
Minnie L
Sympathetric
Kingsmat
Danny Needham
Billy Mahon
Frisco
Bryansville
Ball Club
Fort Wayne
Ted Pritchard
Charlie Mitchell
Fitzsimmons Or Hall
England
Billy Pool
Jack Bane
Walla Walla
Wash
Bane
Garfield Park
Brandolette
Neva C
Rosemont
Addie
Hal Pointer
Danville
Ind
Jayfoot
Princess Echo
Frank
Cannon Ball
Louis McPherridge
Mr. McPherridge
Subite
Billy
Clint Kiff
Alow
Stackereda
Bishop Coxe
Dev
Tay OY
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Rockville
Conn
Lettie Barton
Alex Kenyon
Miss Barton
Kenyon
Central Labor Union
Houghton and Miller
Musicians’ Union
Knights of Labor
Wm. Cloud
Carpenters’ Union
Musicians’ Organization
Lea
Liston
Parnell
Mueller’s
Rider's
Hir
ERK Financial Outlook
Ewo
Cixcinnatti
Burkhardt
Gov. Hovey
Col. W. B. Roberts
Jim Rice
John Coons
Greene Smith
P. Charim
Whitcomb
Union Railway Company
Sullivan
Everbody
Hendricks
Jolbert
Clifford
A . John Horn
Uncle Sam
Springfield
Hugh Burket
Board of Trade
Constable Hutton
Jake
Jim Splann
Squire Smock
Morrow
Harry Springeteen
Harry
Sam Perrott
Bud Swift
Bud
Dr. Cook
Health Board
Henry Talbott
Dickson
Saratoga
Bolero
Princess Bowling
Madstone
Santa Anna
Vallero
Hird
Homer
Mise Dixie
Promenade
Rex
Gettysburg
Calcium
Tim Keeve Stile
Fassett
Frank Wright
Jno
Reardon
Ka-tola Wright
Wright
Buskirk
Tre Sun
Plum
Lawas
Sporting Lite
Miss Starr
Bicycle World
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