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Kansas City Star

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1885

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Gould and Morosini feud shakes Wall Street

In New York on December 11 The Star reports Jay Gould linked to a $750000 revenge clash with Henry N Smith Heath Co and Morosini. Gould’s schemes cut Smith’s finances and sparked embezzlement charges against Heath. Also covers society ball of the Junior Patriarchs and club misadventures at Union and Shamus O’Brien clubs with fashion rules and a red flannel controversy.

The Star New York Wall Street Jay Gould Henry N. Smith Gould Smith Heath & Co Giovanni Morosini Manhattan Heath Morosini A. B. Stockwell Pacific Mail Stockwell Union Club Fifth Avenue House Shamus O’brien Walhalla Hall Shamus O'Brien Birdie Burns

Miss Burns Admitted Amid Club Turmoil in Kansas

Miss Burns was admitted but faced a cabal against the committee as the Shamus O'Brien club grew distracted in Kansas.

Miss Burns Shamus O’brien Kans

Chillicothe Dentist Accused in Counterfeit Confidence Scheme

J T Kemp alias Kemperman appeared in the recorders court charged with living idly. He testified he was a Chillicothe dentist who answered letters about money to be exchanged for counterfeit bills in New York. Kemp described a ruse involving a $400 for $100 deal, an envelope with only paper, and a plan to meet at Lindell and Brunswick hotels. He was fined $100 plus costs. matter likely referred to federal authorities. Police suspect he knowingly engaged with counterfeiters and a leading conspirator remains at large.

Recorders Court J. T. Kemp Kemperman Boulware Kemp Union Depot Kansas City Chillicothe New York Lindell Hotel Brunswick Tam

Millionaire Vanderbilt's Will Divides Great Fortune

The will of the late Cornelius Vanderbilt is filed in New York. It leaves ten million to each of eight children, with two million in trust, plus two million to Cornelius Vanderbilt. Daughters receive homes, grandson gets one million, widow gets a life estate and annuity, rest to relatives and charities, with remainder to Cornelius and Vanderbilt heir. Chauncey Depew and Henry Anderson named administrators. Pittsburg line vows no policy changes. The Craigs hold their annual ball at Gillis Opera House on Jan 18 with open invitations and planned banquet and music.

New York Vanderbilt Wa County Court House Cornelius Vanderbilt Wm. H Cornelius Fiftyfirst Street Fifth Avenue George Vanderbilt Wink Chauncey M. Depew Henry H. Anderson Depew Shepard Europe Gillis Opera House

Supreme court decision reverses Hamilton county election ruling

The supreme court reversed the circuit court in the Hamilton county contested election case and granted certificates for senators and representatives. Mandamus actions to compel the Clerk to return the election abstract to the secretary of state proceed separately. no decision yet. Also noted: city milk standard discussion with 12 percent total solids and 3 percent fat, grand jury indictments totaling 45, and a lamp explosion fire in Frankford destroying several businesses with insured losses.

ColumsBue, O Supreme Court Hamilton County Circuit Court Dalton

First National Bank of Wamego organized with $75,000 capital

Wamego Kansas December 11 the First National Bank of Wamego organized with a full board led by President J C Rogers capital stock $75 000 held by local settlers promising success. Also Hendy Sexton found guilty of assault with a knife on Walter Billings at Centropolis hotel sentenced to five years. Births and deaths: 23 deaths 18 births this week. rate 11.39 per 1000 and 7.06 birth rate. Sidewalk contracts awarded to H B Conwell and T M Folkes for several streets. John Swain arrested for assault with intent to kill, after allegedly striking Joseph Welsh with an ax last Wednesday.

WameGo Kas First National Bank of J. C. Rogers Hendy Sexton Walter Billings Centropolis H. B. Wood Board of Health John Swain Joseph Welsh Swain

Murdered Wife Case Shocks Macle Fork Area

Keytesville Missouri December reports a wife’s death under suspected foul play. Marion Moxley, husband, fled with three children after the burial. the father-in-law arrived from Indian Territory and authorities plan an inquest as doctors cite neck injuries. In Dallas Texas, Dr W F Gordon appeals a two year abortion sentence, arguing legal errors and claims about Eliza Conger.

The Star Keytesville Marion Moxley Macle Fork Richardson Indian Territory Moxley Chariton County

Driving Out American Thugs in El Paso Border Towns

In El Paso Texas on December 12 the fight against American bunco thieves and criminals near the Rio Grande is highlighted. Municipal elections have improved local leadership, and a petition to expel the criminals by federal order is being circulated and will be presented to Congress next week. The Chihuahua senator will seek removal or shooting of the bandits as Paso Del Norte hosts its annual festa drawing spectators, amid reports of robberies and defiance of authorities.

The Star el Paso Tex Rio Grande Congress Chihuahua Paso del Norte

Woman commits suicide by stepping before Atlanta train

In Atlanta on December 12 a 50 year old Negro woman named Mattie Colburne threw herself on a train near Peach Tree creek. Workmen saw her remove a red shawl wrap it around her head and place herself on the tracks before the engine arrived. The wreckage killed her. an inquest was planned for today.

the Star Atlanta Mattie Colburne Peach Tree Creek

Peace talks stalled over Loomis and miners dispute in Macon

Settlement efforts in Macon Missouri between citizens and miners on one side and Loomis and Snavely and their workers, mostly black, on the other continue without final agreement. A five-farmer committee chaired by Judge Perry Slack met to craft a settlement method and was to report by tonight. Meantime conditions stay quiet and attention turns to Saturday night.

The Diir Macon Loomis & Snavely Perry Slack

Baggage master Maxwell arrested in $5000 Southern Express robbery

In Hope Arkansas on December 12 M Humphreys identified I A Maxwell a color man and baggage master for the St Louis Iron Mountain & Southern as the man who took $5000 from the Southern Express office on November 29. A warrant was issued by Judge Bell and Maxwell was arrested released on $1000 bond pending trial Monday. Detectors and W G Agee Southern Express manager traveled to Little Rock. Humphreys remains in sheriff custody awaiting bond.

The Star Hope Ark M. Humphreys I. A. Maxwell St. Louis, Iron Mountain W.G. Agee Southern Express Company Little Rock Humphreys

Portland man found guilty of murder in British Columbia

R E Sprout was convicted in the Victoria assize court for willful murder in June near Kootenai. The victim, James Hammett, was mining superintendent. Sprout shot him with a Winchester and fled before arrest near the boundary line. Governor General’s mercy is uncertain. Sprout is a U.S. citizen from Tacoma Washington.

Portland Ore R.E. Sprout Victoria B. C Kootenai Jas. Hammett Sprout

Dearly Earned Quarter Robbers Captured Near San Saba

Jim Seaton and Dick Oran, the duo who robbed the U S mail between Comfort and Fredericksburg, are jailed at San Saba. Oran was caught days ago by Sheriff Harkey and identified by Post Office Inspector Hollingsworth. Seaton was captured today after identification. The pair secured only twenty five cents. a $25 reward remains. Harkey and Hollingsworth depart tomorrow for San Antonio with both suspects.

The Star San Sapa Tex Jim Seaton Dick Oran United States Mail Comfort Fredericksburg Harkey Post Office Hollingsworth Oran Seaton San Antonio

The Utes Are Mad Threaten Outbreak in Wyoming

A telegram from Evans ton Wyoming reports Ute Indians anger over Union Pacific actions threatens an outbreak. No further details provided on dates or specific incidents.

the Star Oman Evanston Wyo Union Pacific

No More Trouble at the Mines in Pennsylvania

A labor clash at Pike Run and Alegrippi mines near Prittspurne Pa escalates after a failed $200 settlement offer. Strikers and locals fear a crisis as police pursue riot participants. Beatty arrested at Coal Valley for riot involvement. others tracked for arrest within 24 hours. Residents along the river remain alarmed amid tensions. A Telegraph Man Clubbed to Death in Dayton Ohio after a drunken altercation in Gillihand's saloon leaves Ward Surface dead from injuries.

Prittspurne Pike Run Alegrippi Beatty Coal Valley Dayton Dee Ward Surface Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Gillihand

Ten Thousand Warrants Found In Chicago Forgery Allegation

In Indiana township a report states warrants totaling ten thousand dollars signed by Ernest Kitz trustee have been found in Chicago. Kitz says his home signature may be forged and questions other signatures as well.

Inpianaports Ind Ernest Kitz Chicago Kitz

Robbed Watchman at Keebler's Steam Bakery

In Philadelphia three masked men overpowered a watchman at Keebler's steam bakery early today bound gagged and beat him. They entered the office forced the safe and took 500 dollars in cash plus checks before fleeing. In Toledo an accessory case involving Joseph Wilson sparked jury tampering accusations after a hung jury.

Philadelphia Keebler's

Poisoner Annie Lyons Cleared by Grand Jury in Boston

In Boston on December 12 the grand jury failed to find a true bill against Annie Lyons, alleged poisoner of the Parker family, and she was discharged. An indictment in three counts for adultery was found against Reverend W W Downs and Mrs Annie Tuailer.

Boston Annie Lyons Parker W. W. Downs Annie Tuailer

Sheridan Goes West to Reinforce Crook in Indian War

Boston Globe notes Sheridan heads out west to bolster General Crook as Indian wars rail at great expense. Taxpayers debate cost while a local opinion mocks the price of fighting Indians versus building schools. An Amateur Opera Company forms with about fifteen local vocalists rehearsing The Chimes of Normandy for January. A Wyandotte & Northwestern road meeting at Quindaro hears favorable plans from several speakers.

Boston Globe Sheridan Crook Music Hall Normandy Wyandotte & Northwestern Quindaro

East Side W C T U meets and reunion planned

The East Side W C T U locates for the winter at Dr Canfield's office corner Harrison and Twelfth. The union meets Thursdays at 2 30 p m. A reunion will be held at Dr O J Cowles 1015 East Fifteenth street Tuesday evening Dec 15. Indian Lawlessness reports from Ottawa Ontario say Frederick White summoned home from England.

Harrison and Twelfth Streets Dr. Canfield O. J. Cowles East Fifteenth Street Ottawa Ont Southwest Frederick White Mounted Police England

Plea of Guilty in Grand Larceny Case and Marital Licenses

Edward Doyle pleaded guilty to grand larceny in criminal court and received a two year penitentiary sentence. Henry Mickey was found guilty of assault with intent to kill and sentenced to two years. Licenses to marry were issued for Wim M Gillam and Miss Libbie Richardson of Buchanan county and for Een Kierkbuseh and Mrs Maria Reiss of this city.

Roscoe Slattery Geo. Roscoe Wm. Slattery Geo. Cummings Grand Avenue Depot State Penitentiary Edward Doyle Henry Mickey Wim. M. Gillam Libbie Richardson Buchanan County Een Kierkbuseh Maria Reiss

Death of a Young Man Michael Brown Lays Rest

A 19 year old Michael Brown died at his residence at Wyoming and Twenty second streets this morning. The remains will be interred in Mount St. Marys Cemetery tomorrow at 2 30 o clock.

Michael Brown Wyoming Twenty-second Streets Mount St. Mary’s

Deaths in Hausmeyer family from trichinosis in TaRantTuM

Two deaths have occurred in the Hausmeyer family from trichinosis and six other patients are sinking rapidly with no hope of recovery. The affair caused great excitement in the vicinity of TaRantTuM, Pennsylvania, on December 12.

Taranttum. Pa Hausmeyer Trichina

Carpet Stolen From Court House Hall

Deputy Sheriff D F Greenwood laments the loss of thirty eight yards of Brussels carpet he had cleaned and hung in the courthouse hall. He plans to pursue the thief and bring the matter to a swift conclusion.

D. F. Greenwood Court House

Sidewalk Damaged on Sixth Street Near Central Street

Residents complain about a torn up sidewalk on Sixth Street near Central Street with ongoing wear since last spring and calls for repair. The condition has prompted concern in the neighborhood and local attention.

Central Street

Hogan Arrested In Kansas City Robbery Case

John Hogan was arrested in Kansas City Kansas today by Officer Gilley on robbery charges. Some missing articles were recovered from his possession.

Hogan John Hogan Kansas City Kans Gilley

Special Sermon by Rev Parsons at Grand Avenue M E Church

Special sermon under the Scott rifles auspices will be preached tomorrow night at Grand Avenue M E Church. Also in court, John Wilson is on trial this afternoon for burglary, alleged break in October, aided by Officer Halligan. A motion for a new trial was filed in Alfred Lurch’s case for burglarizing Mrs Woolstein’s store.

C. W. Parsons Scott Rifles Grand Avenue M. E Wilson Cs John Wilson Hey Halligan Alfred Lurch Woolstein

TOSSED BY A TRAIN FATAL MISHAP TO A FARMER'S WIFE

Cameron Mo Dec 12 An appalling accident east of town as a freight train struck a buggy carrying Mr and Mrs Edward Kinney. Mrs Kinney died about an hour later from injuries. Kinney was badly but not dangerously hurt. Mrs Kinney, about 36 and childless, died after suffers. The Kinneys were brought to Cameron by the freight. The report itemizes other late 19th century incidents including a steamer wreck on Charity Island and various local fatalities.

The Star Cameron, Mo Edward Kinney Hannibal & St. Joe West Bound Derrort Mich Oconto Charity Island Ft Oscorda East Tawas Austin Tex Colorado Charles Ones Louis Preston Jones Williams Wright CuricaGo Dee Henry Hart Hart Bros Eeees Woodlawn Park Iiinoia Central Ohio Express Woodlawn

Burnow to a Crisp and Gored to Death

Annie Leach, 9, of Harpen O, burned after her clothing ignited at an open grate and she could not recover. In St Louis Dec 12, Herman Smith, son of a wealthy farmer near Wardsville Ill, was fatally gored by a bull, his body terribly mutilated. The bull had previously been considered peaceful.

James W. Ripley New York Harpen Annie Enoch Leach The Star St. Lovuts Wardsville Ills Herman Smith Lewistown Clarence Worrall Mamie A. Bailey Dr. Worrall Miss Bailey Clarence Philadelphia Lenora Montague Supreme Court Bn Blackburn Elegy St

Disasters to Schooners Barthons Dec 12 Report

The steamer John Hopkins records a steamer sank off Hoggisland with masts above water and wreckage drifting. The pilot house and the WAR decks are adrift. A large schooner stink off Smith Island is noted with the foremast standing.

Barthons John Hopkins Hoggisland Hopkins Smith Island

Move on Oklahoma settlement bill outlined by Couch and Clark

Lawrence Kansas December 12 Captain Couch Oklahoma leader and Hon Sidney Clark discuss a proposed bill to settle Oklahoma with a territorial government under 1866 treaties. The plan creates a five member commission to dispose surplus tribal lands under pre emption laws and directs homesteading of 4 million acres in Oklahoma and No Man’s Land while pre empting 6 million Cherokee strip, with proceeds to tribes. About 14 million acres would be opened to settlers from the 50 million in Indian territory.

Lawrence, Kas Couch Oklahoma Sidney Clark Congress Indian Territory

Atchison Liquor Dealers Ordered Closed by Judge

Five leading liquor dealers in Atchison were ordered to close up by Judge Martin yesterday. The telegraphic briefs tied to telephone suits sent to the interior department are said to fill nine large volumes.

Interior Department Atchison Martin Darmstadt Fund Queen Victoria Ireland O'Keefe Limerick Spain France John Kelly Joe Smith Phoenix Park Angus Martin Chicago Kehoe Ohio

Wall Street reacts to Vanderbilt will on Dec 12

A famed Wall Street figure said Vanderbilt's will defeats bulls hopes by tying up the property. He noted the estate will compel reliance on annuities, limiting speculative funds. With money now less available, others must provide new bull ammunition as Wall Street adjusts to the restriction on stock spending.

New York Wallstreet Vanderbilt

Senate to report presidential succession bill Monday

Washington D C December 12 The senate privileges and elections committee instructed Chairman Hoar to report on Monday the presidential succession bill The Hoar bill familiar from the last congress received verbal changes yet retains core features It is expected to prompt debate but pass within the week The house rules committee also meets to consider Voorhees rule modification with expected quick disposition

Washington, D. C Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections Hoar House Committee On Rules Mr. Voorhees

Wills He Resign Special Telegram to The Ster

A Dec 12 report claimed Senator Sherman resigned the senate presidency due to dissatisfaction. The story is denied but notes he might resign. under old treasury rulings the acting vice president drew pay and privileges when VP was dead. Comptroller Durham may deny 83000 extra pay and staff. with succession bill, the senate president ceases acting VP and loses extra pay.

Washington Sherman Senate Comptroller of the Treasury Durham

Lee named Virginia governor and 1888 VP aspirant

Washington dispatch notes General Fitzhugh Lee elected Virginia governor and a possible 1888 vice presidential contender. A playful exchange with the president follows his reception, warning of future political heads. The column also reports on Judge Coburn's removal and the House agenda with executive communications and rule revisions.

Star Washington Fitzhugh Lee Virginia Lee Grover Cleveland United States Fitz Hugh Lee Trigg Fitz Hugh. Lee

Seney to Introduce Civil Service Bill Next Week

Washington December 12 Senator Seney of Ohio plans a quick repeal of the civil service law at the first opportunity next week. In a late interview he said the measure will be very short perhaps fewer than six lines stating Be it enacted that an antihete, be and the same is hereby repeated. He noted many members share his view but whether the bill can pass remains to be seen and only a trial vote would tell.

Judge Bailey Probate Court Nolan Jackson County Bailey Washington Seney Ohio

Missouri Members Plan Holiday Homeward

Most Missouri members say they will return home for Christmas while the Senate may not leave Washington. Representatives Hatch Glover and Stone may stay in the capital. the rest plan to spend the holiday in Missouri. A separate item notes a joint commission examining the government scientific bureaus with Lt. Geassford of the signal corps among those examined.

Washington Missouri Hatch Glover Stone WashHington D. C Cat Geassford Signal Corps

Veteran Hutchinson Dies at Marine Barracks

Washington December 14 Thomas Hutchinson chief of the pay office marine corps died this afternoon at 2 o clock of apoplexy at the marine barracks He was 80 years old.

Washington Thomas Hutchinson Marine Corps Stranes Marine

Rock Island Road Plans Westward Expansion

Curcaco Dec 12 The Rock Island road plans extensive building west of the Missouri River in spring surveyors in field laying out lines One line from St Joseph to Topeka will join a southwest project led by Senator Plumb and associates Another line will push into Nebraska and reach Denver Indictments Nine indicted by grand jury Michael Burke feloniously wounded Patrick Ryan H W Frekman stealing a lock from Alice Harrison others unnamed for confidence games counterfeit coin and Sunday liquor sales

Prospect Curcaco Rock Island Missouri River St. Joseph Topeka Plumb and Associates Nebraska Denver Criminal Court Michael Burke Patrick Ryan H. W. Frekman Alice Harrison

Telegraph pole knocks hole in precinct wall near tracks

A peculiar accident today damaged the second police precinct when a telegraph pole leaning beside railroad tracks was struck by a passing Wabash freight train. The pole toppled, punching a large hole in the building wall and prompting an unusual scene amid train noise.

Modification extends deed delivery pending final decree

The supreme court alters the decree delaying deed delivery until the final decree on the account. It requires Miss Bailey to allow the plaintiff to collect all unpaid rents from tenants as a condition.

Supreme Court

Clearing totals rise year over year this period

Today’s clearings reach $779,451, up from $684,259 last year by $95,192 or 18.9 percent. This week’s clearings total $5,004,653, versus $3,969,518 in the same week last year, a gain of $1,035,135 or 26 percent.

Wheat and corn futures mixed amid weak to nominal quotes

Market reports show receipts and withdrawals for wheat and corn with No 2 red and No 2 soft futures mostly nominal or weak. January and May contracts traded on account of unknown holders, with scattered bids and asks across winter wheat, No 3 red, and No 2 white futures. Continuous activity was limited to small lots and a lack of explicit bids on many standards.

Fiour City Mills

Kansas City Live Market Steady Despite Mixed Receipts

Kansas City Missouri December 12 1885 cattle receipts 947 hogs active and higher with selective sales listed. Cattle include native butchers and shipping steers. hogs show varied weights with price ranges. sheep receipts 18 and quiet to moderate. Telegraph reports from St Louis Chicago show mixed wheat corn oats and pork prices with weekly receipts and shipments. Classified want ads and notices follow including job listings and real estate offerings.

Kansas City Texas Isis Cncsege Nesses Oeewee Pepesnesses Saseceaon Telegraph St. Louis Spippins Vsse Chicagoo Lil Board of Trade Robayie Chicago French Brothers Merchants’ Exchange S.R

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