Crown Prince of Germany improves greatly in health
The Crown Prince of Germany is in excellent spirits and much better, while News notes report T. W. Powperty, Grand Master Workman of the Knights of Labor, ill in Scranton with lung hemorrhages from overwork. Locals describe a strong natural gas vein struck at Penn Yan, New York during water well drilling amid surrounding excitement.
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Germany
T. W. Powperty
The
Knights of Labor
Scranton
Penn Yan
N. Y
San Francisco Aims For Next National Democratic Convention
San Francisco plans a determined bid to secure the next National Democratic Convention but faces slim odds as it sits too far west to win. The city bets on political clout and venue appeal while weighing competing bids from eastern and midwestern hosts.
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San Francisco
Philadelphia man upholds high license law as constitutional
JupoEe Gorpon of Philadelphia sustained the constitutionality of the high license law in a recent decision. He found the act partly weak but constitutional as a whole.
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JupoEe Gorpon
Philadelphia
First bill day yields 594 introductions in Senate
Monday marked the session start in the United States Senate with 594 bills introduced. Many are expected never to become law, though a few may progress.
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United States Senate
Democratic leaders draft new general pension law in Congress
Report from Washington states Carlisle Randall Matson and other Democratic leaders in the House are crafting a new general pension bill to be introduced in the current session.
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Washington
Carlisle
Randall
Matson
House
Irving Hall Faction Dissolves and Merges with Tammany and County Democracy
Irving Hall, a faction of the Democracy of New York City, ends its run after years of defeat. Its members join Tammany Hall and the County Democracy, the remaining two factions, consolidating ranks and power.
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Irving Hall
Democracy of
New York City
Tammany Hall
The
County Democracy
Samuel Spencer Elected President of Baltimore and Ohio
Samuel Spencer was elected president of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad on Saturday, succeeding Robert Garrett. Spencer joined B&O in 1872 as assistant supervisor and rose through the ranks by his diligence and ability to reach this high position.
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Samuel Spencer
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Robert Garrett
Spencer
Former bank VP convicted of 33 counts in fraud case
E. O. Harper of Cincinnati, once vice president of Fidelity National Bank, was found guilty on thirty three counts of misappropriation and sentenced to ten years in prison. The verdict was described as righteous and just.
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Harper
Fidelity National Bank
Cincinnati
President's message published in full on first page
The paper announces printing the President's message in full on the front page and urges voters to read it carefully as it concerns a vital question for all readers.
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Nasby Letters
Notable Retirements and Public Figures Highlight 1887 Review
The article surveys aging Supreme Court members eligible for retirement with $10,000 yearly pensions, notes the age and health of Carer Justice Waite and three associates, and praises their continued work. It lists national banks opened and closed in 1887, the year’s currency circulation drop, Virginia’s Senate pick Barbour, and mentions Blaine Sullivan Buffalo Bill’s European acclaim. It also reports on Gatling gun developments for police use and a sensational New York exhibition.
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Waite
United States Supreme Court
National Republican Convention Ballots in Chicago
The convention will meet in Chicago on June 19. First ballot tallies put Chicago 11, Omaha 10, Philadelphia 8, Cincinnati 8, Minneapolis 6, St. Louis 2, and Washington 2. On the third ballot Chicago rose to 25 votes, just short of a majority, signaling a Blaine victory. Sherman allies favored Cincinnati, while Chicago aims to dominate the Democratic Convention thereafter.
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Chicago
Omaha
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
Minneapolis
St. Louis
Washington
Blaine
Sherman
Evangelical Alliance Members Visit President at White House
The Evangelical Alliance in session at Washington went to the White House on Friday to pay respects to President and Mrs. Cleveland. Among about 2,000 members was Rev Dr Burchard of New York whose famous alliteration contributed to Blaine’s defeat. The President shook hands warmly, eliciting a hearty laugh.
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Evangelical Alliance
Washington
White House
Cleveland
Dr. Burchard
New York
Blaine
One Quarter Off Declined Plymouth Pastorate Call
Rev. Cuares A. Berry of Wolverhampton England refused Plymouth church Brooklyn’s call after a Sunday surprise. Cablegram states Berry appreciates confidence and affections but cannot accept the pastorate due to inexorable home duties and calls, with a letter mailed for guidance.
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Cuares A. Berry
Wolverhampton
England
Plymouth Church
Brooklyn
Charles Albert Berry
Plymouth
French statesman M. Jones Ferry shot by revolutionist
On Saturday M. Jones Ferry, regarded by some as a leading French statesman, was shot three times by a young revolutionist named Berckein. Two bullets hit his chest but the injuries are not serious. The youth was arrested and will be made an example of.
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M. Jones Ferry
Berckein
Cutcaco Fire Loss Highlighted as Bagatelle in Chicago
A $1,000,000 fire on Monday at Cutcaco is described as a serious loss for most cities but a mere bagatelle for Chicago, reflecting local attitudes toward large-scale blazes and insurance implications.
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Cutcaco
Chicago
Brace Up With Electric Bitters Promises Vitality
Feeling low in spirits and troubled by headache and nerves you seek brace up without stimulants or bad whiskey. An alterative to purify blood renew liver and kidney action and restore vitality is Electric Bitters at 50 cents a bottle from J. D. Magowan’s grog store.
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J. D. Magowan
Hazeltine Flannels Featured by Sole Kane Agent
O B Lay acts as sole agent for the sale of Hazeltine flannels promoted as genuine, non irritant, and highly durable. The new line claims minimal shrinkage and long wear, with James & Co. showcasing best, cheapest, and most complete underwear options in Kane.
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O. B. Lay
James
Kane
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