Bismarck in Critical Condition Amid Wine Allegations
New York reports Prince Bismarck, nearing 75, persistently drinking wine despite doctors warnings as he fights cephalalgia and insomnia. His two sons are with him in Europe and Kaiser Wilhelm receives daily updates on the ex-chancellor's fragile health.
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New York
Emil Dorn
Count von Moltke
Berlin
Prince Bismarck
Fiume
Hamburg
Emperor Widliam
Liz
Dorn
Bismarck
Burano Manhunt Over Amari Can Preserves Manager Flees
Charles Tomes, Amari Can preserves company local manager, is a fugitive from Burrano. He left a letter claiming he is a defaulter. His shortage is estimated between £10,000 and $20,000. The downfall stemmed from race track gambling and heavy speculation in ticket shops.
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Burrano
Charles Tomes
Amari Can Preserves Company
Ex President Harrison under fire for spring duck shooting
The sporting press condemns former president Benjamin Harrison for hunting ducks in spring. Forest and Stream and American Field criticize his example, urging respect for nesting birds. Indiana quail numbers discussed amid cold spells, with comments on migration and local hunting. Duck season notes from Illinois river trip and varied regional game protection comparisons.
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Sporting
Harrison
Benjamin Harrison
United States
White House
Hevana
Indiana
Tae Sun
Okie River
Kentucky
Backer
Illinoia
Oregon
Washington
Florida
Maina Ia
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Kankakee
Rough Board of Works Meeting Frustrates Street Plans
At a Wednesday session the Board of Public Works failed to announce a long anticipated street railway franchise decision. Bids on sprinkling Kentucky and other streets sparked contention. several brick pavement petitions circulated while local inspectors clashed with city attorneys. A separate note from Chicago reports a major wheat corner by Cudahy Bros driving May wheat prices before a rapid reversal.
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Board of Public Works
Messie. Bailey
Munsop
Broad Ripple Company
Ellen-st
Worth St
Indiana Ave
Fuehring Cros
Olive St
Henry Wolting
Vandolpbh
Wright-st
Dougherty
Coburneste
Coburn
Sanders-sis
Dates-st
Dillon
Ladta-sis
Washington-rak
Germont-ave
W. G. Dreythaler
Eeys Christ
Wilhelm Gustav Greythaier
Maryland-st
Kentucky-ave
Pennsylvania-st
Meridian-st
Michigan-st
Missouri
Biake-sts
Beneft
Morris Defrees
Board of P. W
Bell
Fitchey
Defrees
Derraca
Henry Anderson
Ase Eden
Washington-st. Bell
Cadi
Anderson
Eden
Worthy
Morris
Board of Works
Myers Bros
Washington Bt
Pitchey
Geveral
Fricay
Chcaco
Cudahy Bros
Chicago
New York
Arguments For and Against Receiver in Iron Hall Suit
Supreme Court heard short arguments Wednesday on the Iron Hall receivership case. Appellants contended lack of sufficient stake and urged officers be approached first, while appellees said shareholders are proper parties and funds risk justified a receiver, with emphasis on transfers by Somerby and the use of a Philadelphia bank. The hearing debated whether a receiver could be appointed in vacation and if the order qualifies as a charitable body under the law.
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Iron Hall
Supreme Court
Howard
Ilness
Lphe
Ang Bony
Howe
Chas. Smith
Newvarger
Farris
Hawkins
Apnelees
Eoch
Appellees
Trom Rall
Plaintffs
Executive Council
Somerby
Philadelphia
Assesamenta Mada
Br. Harris
World’s Fair Strike Sets April 3 Demand
Chicano notes that next Monday is April 3 as the day by organizations to seek exclusive union labor in World’s Fair buildings. A strike will follow if contractors refuse the demand, impacting state and government structures mainly.
Theatres doubtful of fair year profits in Chicago crowd
The advance man for Fore psugh’s circus doubts the World’s Fair year will draw crowds in Chicago. He warned against long engagements as fairgoers will be fatigued after days of sightseeing. Janauschek and company plan layoff over holy week, recalling old theatre anecdotes and a quip about a relative named Peter.
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Forepsugh
Barnum
Hest
Janavuschek
Ian
Annis Pixley
Janauschek
Duse
Bernhardt
Poster
States
Europe
Peter
New York
Herald
Trial in McClure murder case features defense whetting revolver theory
In a crowded Indianapolis courtroom, defense evidence argues the weapon used to kill the young wife was faulty and would fire only if struck. Witnesses for the defense, including Samuel Moore and George Stevenson, testify to Bryan's intoxicated state and bad reputation. Prosecution counters with questions on McClure’s control and prior conduct as city officials announce riot indictments against Wick Vance and John Godley.
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Criminal Court Room
McClure
Phil. Bryan
Samuel Moore
Kingan
Bryan
David Mahoney
Kingan’s
Hiram Refvers
Vail
Ifa
George Stevenson
Keaper Ferm Rhodge Island St
Ciara
Chas. Hall
Charles Schomyer
George MeClure
Lua McClure
Bryan’s
Thomas Hensley
George McClure
Dr. Bell
Harve Bryan
MeClure
Chat Bryan
Wick Vance
John Godley
Indianapolis
Beach dog show draws crowds as hounds parade
The beach show features Blach the police dog enjoying treats while others, including the temperamental Berri from Philadelphia, bite incidents and wire screens separate misbehaving dogs. Dalmatian and bull terrier crowds, Saint Bernards, Russian wolfhounds, and admiring spectators populate a lively, chaotic scene with many dogs winning prizes.
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Blach
Berri
Philadelphia
Chicago
State House
Hhat
Hutchinson Case Returns to Ancient Order Lodge
Judge Gavin affirmed the Hutchinson case at the arches lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. Margretta alleged widower Ietson Bircha insured himself in the order for 2000 dollars and died soon after. Emma Hutchinson of Springfield claimed to be the widow with a child or two to support her claim, leading to a court fight in Vanderburgh circuit court.
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Margrvetta Ine Winare
Gavin
Ap 6
Ivetta Hutchinson
Ancient Order of United Workmen
Emma
Margretta
Vanderburgh
Bargrotia
Indianapolis Weekly Legal and Society Notices Blast
A mixed set of notices reports a suit by Bisry Pace against Albert Bouga for damages from a dog bite, cottage losses near West Indianapolis, and a coroner investigation into John Janeway's death. It also notes a judge ruling in the State v Shortridge and Tullis murder case, a Big Four train wedding on the Chicago to Lafayette line, Miss Priscila McDonald marrying Martin L Warren, and Laura Eurich marrying Dr J F Benham while he awaits penitentiary transfer. Cut Flowers emporium listed.
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Bisry Pace
Brown
Chas. Stafford
Indiana
Mre
Wm. Shortridge
A. Tullis
Myre
Shortridge
New Cassie
Chicago
Lafayette
Martin L. Warren
Priscila McDonald
Colfax
Squire Saylor
Thorotown
Boone County
Laura Eurich
Blind Institute
J. F. Benham
Richmond
Benham
Latimer the murderer captured near Jerome after prison escape
Jackson Michigan residents mobbed for Latimer the suspect in a guard poisoning case. He was captured in Hillsdale county and returned to Jackson amid tense scenes as crowds urged swift justice. Latimer claimed he planned no murder and regretted Haight's death.
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Jackson, Mich
Latimer
Jerems
Hillsdale County
Jaexnes
Ich
Wednessey
Jerome
Latimer Rsysha
Sis
Haight
Prison Fire Destroys New World Penitentiary at Auburn
A blaze at Auburn New York's state prison on March 25 threatens widespread destruction. By March 29 furniture, pearl button, cabinet and molding shops were ruined, with authorities reporting the fire soon brought under control and no convicts panicked.
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New World's Penitentiary
Auburn
Atsons
Ausons
Child custody clash over Hartz case moves to Hamilton county
George Hartz had won custody of his child in a divorce from his wife Judge Harper then Mrs Hartz sought to modify the order citing risk of removal to Louisville Ky The court ordered the child to stay with the mother overnight then Hartz brought the child to court again The mother failed to appear next morning and a venue move was sought The judge sent the case to Hamilton county but kept the original order in favor of the father Hartz began cross proceedings for proof of the child custody dispute
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Hartz
George Hartz
Harper
Missing Insurance Policy Sought After Died Relative
Joseph Pippie of Crawford County Illinois travels to the city seeking a $75 life insurance policy of Daniel Wagner who died at St Vincent's hospital January 4. Pippie, Wagner's brother in law, says no policy is known by hospital staff undertakers or the coroner. He asks for information. Wagner's clothing was burned by hospital authorities but they say a prior search was made.
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Joseph Pippie
Crawford County
Ilinois
Daniel Wagner
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Wagner
Pipnle
Hooda Sarsaparna Blesses Humanity This Season
Unclear fragments mention Hooda Sarsaparna and Seay parlor with Win. L. Elder's referenced. Source reads as disjoint phrases. no concrete events or dates emerge.
Confederate General E Kirby Smith Dies in Suwannee Tenn
Gen E Kirby Smith a leading Confederate figure and University of the South mathematics professor since 1874 died in Suwannee Tenn after congestion of the lungs He leaves a widow and 11 children His final hours included delirium with reminiscences of war and a scripture quotation about fear of evil.
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Suwannee
Tenn
E. Kirby Smith
University of the South
Crisis in Strike Shatters Tailors Unite
New York ad hoc crisis as cutters leaders face court to justify boycott action against former employers. Lawyers argue over a circular urging a boycott of New York manufacturers products while the strike leaders confront possible restraint and possible nonparticipation from tailors. A court appearance follows the midnight summons with Attorney Frame defending the cutters.
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New York
Frame
Lenanon Mill Accident Claims Kellogg Worker
Lenanon Indiana March 29 John Reese a young Kellogg's saw mill employee was fatally injured Wednesday when a large circular saw burst a fragment struck his head instantly killing him shortly after noon authorities reported the accident occurred at the mill where Reese had recently begun work.
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Lenanon
Ind
John Reese
Kellogg's
The World’s Champion Geoghegen Sought New Challenger
The article chronicles Geoghegen, a famed world walking champion from Emerald Isle origin, 33, weighing about 185 pounds, who defeated Willie Mann for Britain’s title and then Jersey City’s Miller for America’s. He issued sweeping challenges to walk ten miles for large purses, seeking a match against England’s claimant and any rival in the United States, while remaining undefeated as world champion.
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Geoerhegen
Alexander
Geoghegen
Wuoea
Ireland
Willie Mann
England
Great Britain
America
Whaton
Hoenalleaven
Jersey City
Miller
United States
Mr. Geogheyen
Krishmaan
Small
Gedghezen
Br. Geochezen
Aikers
Ion Beeland
New
Burglars Rob Uscutler & Clifford Law Offices
Thieves forced the door of Uscutler and Clifford on Washington Street Tuesday night and looted the office. The safe was cracked and $25 in cash and $115 in checks were taken from W. B. Crawford, who occupies the office. About $7,009 in notes remained untouched, as did a church envelope and other papers. A silver dollar was left on a dark envelope marked church debt, suggesting motive but not total theft.
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Turgiare
Uscutler & Clifford’s
Washington St
W. B. Crawford
Crawford
Revolutionaries Besieged as Rio Grande Fighting Intensifies
A Rio Grande de Sul telegraph reports heavy clashes between government troops and revolutionists led by Gen Tavarez. Casualties include Col Matta reportedly killed after surprising 100 revolutionists near Rio Negro. Saraiva’s forces counterattacked. The siege began March 21 with no clear victor.
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New York
The
Herald
Valparaiso
Chili
Saya
Rio Grande de Sul
Tavarez
Col. Matta
Rio de Janeiro
Rio Negro
Saraiva
Gertrude Shutter Case Tests Guardians Law
Judge Taylor warned the guardians act may be abused as Gertrude Shutter and her father seek habeas corpus against the board. He postponed ruling until next Wednesday, when the child must appear. A potential appeal to the supreme court could challenge the act’s constitutionality.
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Gertrude Shutter
Shad Shutter
Board of Childrens’ Guardians
Taylor
Supreme Court
Murderer Bohannon Gets Ten Years in Doane Case
Vincennes Indiana March 29 The jury in the Charles Bohannon murder of George Doane January 29 last returned a verdict of ten years in prison Bohannon was defended by James S Pritchett a prominent local criminal lawyer The verdict surprised many who expected a life term or hanging Brown s Dental Parlors formerly located at Circle-at have moved to 5147 RN Penn Rooms 14 and 14 Insurance Bill
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Bohannon
Vincennes
Ind
Charles Bohannon
George Doane
Wenesday
James 8. Pritchett
Brown
Circle-at
Penn
Choctaw faction clashes as militia attacks Locke group
In Paris Texas on March 29 Governor Jones militia led by G W Dukes attacked V A Locke and his faction. Gunfire wounded four militiamen and two Locke supporters, one militiaman mortally. Capt Thompson arrived, arresting Dukes and 18 militiamen as tensions threaten Antlers. Locke vows to quell unrest though followers mass.
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Paris
Texas
Locke
Sha Tau
Thompson
Pad
Dukes
Militi
Dakea
Kiamitta
Feader
Antlers
Hill and Murphy Denied by Secretary Carlisle in New York
In a Washington dispatch March 28 Senators Hill and Murphy pressed Secretary Carlisle for a patronage appointment for a Democratic worker. Carlisle rejected the request, saying there is no room and many applications. The meeting ended abruptly as Hill and Murphy left, surprised and angered. The president sent nominations to the Senate for immigration superintendent in Maryland and Belfast district captain, with Stump and Thompson named respectively.
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Hill
Murphy Bown
New Yor
Herald
Murphy Iméra
Carlisle
Sonator Hill
Hie
Bir. Murphy
Ne. Burphy
Mr. Tin
Mr. Murphy
Washleton
Karsh
Senate
Wedaneday
Bermont Stump
Maryland
Vica We
Owens
W. M. Thompcon
Raina
Belfast
Stump
Mary Bar
Wee
Fire on Hamburg steamer Engulfs Saloon Deck
The Veango from Hamburg escaped destruction in mid ocean as a hanging ramp exploded during a furious gale on March 21 at 10 30 p m. The captain Wilson woke as flames struck the cabin and the crew fought the blaze. The chief steward suffered facial and body burns. The interior burned out, with the after iron hull largely preventing total loss. Loss projected at several thousand dollars.
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New York
Hamburg
Wilson
Flesh Dropping Of A Newly Married Man Stricken
In Oakland March 29 Whos Allison, a town resident, is afflicted with leprosy. His flesh sloughs from his bones and his face bears leopardlike spots. He has been moved to the county poor house. Allison married only a few weeks ago and doctors order Mrs Allison quarantined to prevent spread.
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Oakland, Jr
Allison
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