Hinshfield Games Denounces Penn Founder at Anniversary Tour
Rev. J D Kurtz pastor of Biloam Methodist Church Philadelphia denounced William Penn during a commemorative tour at the two hundredth anniversary of the Pennsylvanian landing. The clergyman’s harsh attack, likened to Macaulay’s history, drew considerable comment as he delivered fifty two remarks on Penns memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Penn
Pennsylvania
J.D. Kurtz
Biloam Methodial Church
Philadelphia
Penn
Yaraeller
Macaulay
England
Kurta
Engineer wrestles rattlesnake on cliff at Wellaboro Pa
One day last week an engineer on the New Pine Creek Jersey Shore and Buffalo railroad climbed a rocky bluff near Wellaboro to observe. Holding a mull tree, fifty feet up, he was charged by a coiled rattlesnake that leaned to spring. He chose to grab the snake with his left hand and hurled it off the precipice, risking his life to avoid a fall.
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New Pine Creek
Jersey Shore and
Buffalo
Wellaboro
Mt Bluff
Wilkeson Sues Beecher Over Life of Christ Contract
In New York the case Wilkeson versus Henry Ward Beecher for breach of contract is discussed. Beecher allegedly contracted with Ford & Co in 1867 to write The Life of Christ in eighteen months and received $10,000 from Wilkeson, but has not delivered the book or funds. Wilkeson expects Beecher will deny receipt or agreement to the term, and the suit proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Wilkeson
Kite
New York Supreme Court
Wilkeson
Henry Ward Beecher
Beecher
Ford & Co
Christ
Wilkesson
Chicago beef invasion stirs New York market prices
A Chicago beef influx floods New York shops with high sales and price cuts. Porterhouse and sirloin prices drop while New York butchers plan a $1,000,000 effort to counter Chicago competition. Separately, William Coener and Abner West faced a bear encounter in Wilsonville, Pa as West narrowly avoids injury from a attacking animal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York
Ailion Tm
DOTS AND DASHES: Latest Events
A chaotic summary of 19th century notices. Mentions tax issues, sailors, and canal routes. Reports on ship certificates, a new Oregon senator M Dora, election results for Newman over Townsend, and tensions with Jewish communities in Chicago. Notes a refinery building in St Louis, a forthcoming exposition, and a resigning school superintendent. Mentions whisky producers and Mormon political meetings in Ogden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Spigwana
Mechanics
Fall River
Han
Tonephine Kidd
Owen Sound
Wiarton
Jour M. Dora
Oregon
Transcontinental Railway
Oho
Newman
Townsend
Targaruo
Morton McMichsll
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia
Chicago
Louie
Belcherangar
Lonikvinus
Bes’r
Law Ban
Union Pacific Aystem
Territories
Baltimore
Iora
Illinois
Missouri
CixcTanatt
Ogden
Geo. Q. Cannon
Turbulent Times Echo in Europe and Ireland
News briefs describe fires and destruction around St. Petersburg, with ships wrecked and 5,000,000 roubles lost as uprisings and protests ripple through Europe. London sees a statue protest to Crystle as Tyndall lauds a Walden Emer memorial. Egypt and anti government movements surface amid conspiracies and dynamite scares in France and Switzerland. In Ireland, Dublin hosts a large conference as Parnell and Davitt push land reform and a new Irish league, amid resignations and pledge of confidence.
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Neva
Petersburg
Egyptiof
London
Abedécka
Hyde Perk Barracks
Thomas Crtyle
Thames Embankment
Hia
Erve Miray
Servis
Belgrade
Danube
Rurichok
Belgrede
Sarsceron
Serrano
Geneva
Montceau Les Mines
St. Bauveur
Switzerland
Lyon
Dublin
Parnell
Dartts
Trish
Brennan
Sexton Hoven
Wagan
Paris
Bis
Fonda
The
Land League
United States
Lrieh
Davitt
Jad pncAlio
Crime roundup from late 19th century courts and incidents
A chaotic sank of cases and violent events spans multiple jurisdictions. Hunarr P Roneers, longtime clerk in Heston, killed himself with landanum. Manny Wal was fatally shot by Deputy Sheriff Payton in Oldham county. Oct 98 Maxin resisted arrest after revenue agents pursued Chinese smugglers near San Francisco, seizing 840,000 in silk and opium. Emerson G Watson, a locomotive engineer, faced homicide charges after a collision near Troy & Greenfield. pleaded not guilty. A Grand Heves road incident near Berlin Michigan left a train wreck with no serious injuries. J Tipraxy, former Indian agent, arrested in New York on conspiracy to defraud government of 24,000. five indictments returned. Blanche Douglass and Walter Malley seen at Vilas Essex court amid blackmailing case. Douglass alleged to have used alias Zimmerman and age 20. A Wisconsin murder in Hanover where Charles Stewart killed Spencer Turner with a poker then set him alight. victim died. Joan Hopgye faces trial at Towson for murder of H Frames. a license to marry the key witness was halted by the court. The overall summary notes a string of violent crimes, legal drama, and high-profile arrests across multiple states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunarr P. Roneers
United States
Cir‘uit
Heston
Arith
Landanum
Thouas
Manny Wal
Payton
Oldham Cou
Maxsin
San Francisco
Troy & Greenfield
Emerson G. Watson
Wesponse
Ya’ ‘Patts
Grand Heves Road
Berlin
Mich
Stern
Arizona
New York
Jaturday
Vilas Essex Market
Blanche Douglass
Walter Malley
Turbulent Cablegrams Report War Era Turmoil
Health of Emperor William described as good as could be desired. Saran the Scottish iffy figure sentenced to five years penal servitude. Burgersrath extends Hamburg siege for a year. An audience granted to Tark and minister Wallace leading to delayed Syria trip. Belgrade editor arrested over Ming assassination attempt. Cuoxe to Rome this winter about Ireland. Yorkshire miners threaten strike over wages. Italian war council to arrest Lieutenant Paolucci for desertion. Belgrade police uncover torpedo plot aimed at a passenger steamer carrying King Alan. Manila hit by a severe cyclone last Friday.
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William
Saran
Tre Burdesrath
Hamburg
Tae Culen
Wallace
Syria
Belgrade
Rome
Ireland
Weansy
Yorkshire
Paolucci
Arabi Pasha
Tam
Danube
Alan
Manila
Philippinesland
Explosion Kills Wis. Davis Coakley In Philadelphia Blast
A bomb explosion in Philadelphia results in the death of Wis. Davis Coakley and injuries to five others. The piece lists additional incidents including a fatality in New Hampshire and various calamities, while noting safety concerns and calls for a thorough survey of dangerous reefs near Georgian Bay.
Financial and diplomatic notes from the Capital
From the Capital comes a roundup of official actions and travel details. Mentioned are Blaine and family not yet arriving, a Northern Pacific coal shipments moving east, an assistant treasurer seeking 1.7 million in gold, Prosper Asiamn going to Washington for elections, and the new Japanese minister traveling record time from Yokohama. Health news notes Minister Hunt’s recovery and reports on the Corwin voyage, while commissions inspect 350 miles of Arizona and Indian Territory railroad work. Also noted is a decision on through tickets via Grand Trunk Railway and the bedside service bill for Dr Boynton, plus the Indian Bureau fiscal year report and land opened for cultivation.
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Blaine
Tes
Northern Pacific Railroad
Montana
United States
Baltimore
Prosper Asiamn
Washington
Tim New
Haa
Yoko Hate
Ruacha
Hunt
United Lines
Tau
Treasury Department
Eéemer Corwin
Arctic Ocean
Tax Provident
Wm. &. Smith
New York
Edward Kinsley
Masschusetts
Deight K. Tripp
Rhode Talend
Comatscrange Perce
Arrests Highlight Corruption Probe in Civil Service
Fragmentary report notes attempts to arrest Frederick H. Fall, Arthur Psyne, and Thomas K. R. Foote linked to bribery of jurors and improper approval of jurors in a transit route case. Fall and Psyne reportedly fled, Foote located in Newark, N.J., Shaw among original parties, with limited details available.
How to Make Cider Vinegar Quickly and Perpetually
Directions describe several methods to convert cider into vinegar. A rapid 48 hour method uses air contact through shavings, but is not recommended for regular use. The perpetual method adds fermented cider at a fixed ratio to a partially filled barrel and maintains ongoing fermentation.
Sheep and Improvement of Farmiles in Soil Reform
Sheep and improved breeds played a key role in soil improvement and meat production across civilized countries. Breeders shifted from wool focused to early maturing sheep, notably Southdown and Cotswold, to market at 12 to 15 months, with breeders kept 4 to 5 years. Demand grows in cities, making such farming profitable through decent prices and better husbandry.
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Countriea
Southdown
Cotswold
Rom Ex
Soi
Conductor Loomis and Grant Family Story in Flight
William A Loomis a noted conductor for the Philadelphia Wilmington and Baltimore Railroad died in Minneapolis Minnesota. An anecdote recalls Loomis politely enforcing fare rules with President Grant s family on a New York shopping trip, insisting tickets be shown or fares paid.
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William A. Loomin
Philadelphia, Wilmington & Baltimore
Minneapolis
Ming
Wis
Goodhead
Gen Grant
Nellie Grant
Mr. Sartoris
Freeideat
Fami
New York
Willian Loomis
William
Nore
Pagg
President Grant
Vicar Cleanses St Paulys Church and Blesses War Cross
The Rev S J Bt one vicar of St Pauly s Church Haggerston England recently sealed the apire of that edifice and placed in posite the war cross He was attired in clerical and academic garb The congregation including 700 children sang The Church s One Foundation as the vicar from his exalted position pronounced the benediction and descended
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S.J. Btone
St. Pauly Church
Haggerston
Eng
Plum Growing Remedies Tried by Maine Horticul tural Society
In a discussion on soil and tree care, Professor Cleveland of Maine described removing three inches of soil and covering with lime as a remedy. Bates found damp fruit responded to lime. others used mosquito netting or lime showers with some success. Critics note washing effects, labor intensity, and the efficiency of iron plug jarring previously recommended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manead
Heetts Horticultural Society
Cleveland
Maine
Bates
Pumpkins and New England Squash For Winter Use
New England farmers use pumpkins and yellow crook neck squash to endure winter. They store on dry shelves or cool cellars to survive freezing temps and stay usable through late winter and into August. Recipes include puddings sauces and especially pumpkin pie noted as highly tempting.
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New England
Oura
Soma Dart
Pennsylvania
Germantown Telegraph
Quwories Market Flourish Amid Dull Wheat and Quiet Corn
Market report notes dull flour and quiet wheat with varying bids for seller Dederbor and others. Prices show modest activity for October and November deliveries, with lower hogs and lighter butter demand. Shipments record flour and wheat volumes, signaling tentative stabilization in a sluggish market.
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Asilor
Dederbor
ThyoQuiet
Rtealy
ION
Lewer
Mow Park
Prinosteate
Lacey
Market Prices and Grain Values on October 20
The Guicage Market reports mixed grain futures and cash prices for October 20. Wheat steady, corn active and firm, rye lower, barley quiet, flax weaker, pork futures firmer, eggs weaker, butter higher, and whisky firm with unchanged prices. Freight rates for corn to Buffalo noted as standard.
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Cxteaco
Wiler
Eller
Teller
Aaller
Entioe
Aeller
Galler
Feeler
Toller
Acller
Aller
Dbo Seme
Weller Sanuary
Aeiler Pobreary
Buffalo
Tim Qeenarroys of Hastings Sanitary Aid Association
Tim Qeenarroys describes the Hastings Sanitary Aid Association as promoting persuasive gentle methods to curb infectious diseases and improve poor sanitation. It emphasizes education and kind attention to prevent disease spread and aid the poor in attending to proper precautions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Qeenarroys
Sanitary Aid Association
Hastings
England
Tat
Fouie
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Abner Weet
Wilsonville
Cosnar
Qosner
Xbos
Wrest
Geriona
Clore
Joan Hopg
Towson
Maryland
H. Frames
Therid Nob
Davis Coakley
Aga
E.W. Stean
Byain Dineler
Aralysin
Manchester
N. H
Earthouske
Boston
Trinity Church
Toy & Biotnee
New Orleana
Patrice Mecray
Troy
Ulingia Rangers
Mexico
Carrollton
Pensacola
Yell
Creever
Fry
Traiva
Norman
Finland
Mayon Etsq
Andrage
Georgian Bay
Frederick H. Fall
Arthur Psyne
Thos. KR
Foote
Atemps
Briba
Brown
Frederick C. Shaw
Patel
Doniphac
Fall
P2yhe
Newark
M. J
Shaw
Loomis
Gen. Grant
Wimington
del) Nowe
Pim’ Caine
Guicage Market
Diuctit
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