Great Event at Fleetwood Park Crowds Watch Robert J Victory
Spectators estimated twelve to eighteen thousand witnessed the clash of pacing champions at Fleetwood Park. Robert J led most of the way, with Gentry and Mascot close behind, Patchen faltering in the final stretch while Geers steered Robert J to victory in a fast mile heat pace.
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Li Hung Chang Promoted to Grand Secretary in Pekin
Li Hung Chang had an audience with the emperor yesterday and will remain in Pekin as grand secretary. He has also been appointed imperial chancellor in place of viceroy of the provinces, a position he formerly held.
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Suavetan Ang
Li Hung Chang
Pekin
imperial adeerer
Romero's lawyers seek bail release in Mexico case
In Mexico City on August 3 Colonel Romero awaits appeal in superior court. His attorneys move for bail until verdict, while the court may grant a new trial. The report also notes diplomatic visit plans and political appointments in the region.
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Chiapas
Jose Mora
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Pacific
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Kurins
Japan
Diaz
Kuriso
Mexico
Murder of a U S Deputy Marshal Sparks Lynch Mob
In Moorehead Kentucky on August 80 a mob forms after United States Deputy Marshal Boyle Arnett is shot and killed by Freeman a mill owner. Freeman is jailed under heavy guard as authorities seek to prevent lynching. Nearby reports from Laima, Pou Aug 30 note General Alfaro leading a revolutionary party as Peru grapples with its provisional government and Quito forces.
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May Succend Mgr Sato Lexpos Aug 3
The Ronis correspondent of The Standard telegraphed that Mer Zalewski, apes de delegata te India, if destined tia sisters or Satu t at Washington.
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Washington
President compliments AP on direct US Mexico news link
Bezzaro's Bay Mass August 30 The dispatch announcing a daily news service between the United States and Mexico by the Associated Press was shown to President Cleveland. He expressed pleasure at the assurance of a vital connection between the two countries and called it a cause for great congratulation.
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Yesterday's Baseball Games Across Leagues
National League results from Philadelphia Chicago 5 2 New York Louisville 14 1 Brooklyn 12 Cincinnati 6 Boston Cleveland 4 Washington 6 innings darkness St Louis 9 Eastern League Rochester 9 Wilkes Barre 8 Syracuse Providence 8 Syracuse 1 Buffalo 15 Scranton Schenectady Springfield 44 Toronto 10 Pennsylvania State League Hazleton 11 Carbondale
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Indicted Holmes Murder Case Sinks to Key Discovery
Indianapolis reports the killer of Howard Pitezel had his body burned in an Irvington cottage stove. A potassium crape bottle fragment and two feet of the victim were found buried in a barn, with a five quart can and coal oil nearby. The grand jury indicted Holmes for murder. Other items note no prize fight in Mexico, a counterfeiting case in Altoona, and Minister Ransom planning a Mexico return with extradition focus.
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Irvington
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Holmes
Counterfeit Two Dollar Bills Flood Savannah Area
Savannah reports a flood of counterfeit two dollar notes from the 1880s. Some mimic Hancock design. others imitate Windom currency, but the Windom series is easier to spot. Relief efforts focus on stopping large scale south regional distribution.
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Luly
Hancock
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Trial of Anarchists Collapses at Magdeburg
Berlin reports the Magdeburg anarchist trial collapsed with eight recused acquitted and one jailed two months for inciting to bomb throwings. The court president said no treasonable intent evidence appeared despite secret actions. Public view held government erred in prosecuting. Miss Amelia F Haswell Arrested for Aiding Perry Escape in Troy New York.
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Yhe
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Troy
N. Y
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Union depot
T. J. Farrlong
New York Central and
Hudson River railroad
Miss Hassell
Oliver Curtis Perry
Matteawan asylum
Red Flag Rally Promised as Keir Hardie Arrives in Chicago
Rumors swirl of a socialist outdoor demonstration in Chicago on Sunday to unfold the red flag as Keir Hardie and John Swinton speak. Mayor Swift orders against flag carrying through city streets.
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Chicago
Keir Hardie
Hardie
John Swinton
Swift
Governor’s rebuke to corporations echoes in Altoona
Governor Albion of Illinois told an Associated Press reporter in Altoona that Senator Quay’s victory in Pennsylvania stands as a sharp rebuke to corporations. He described the result as a strong message from the people to the business interests influencing politics.
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Callatta
ALTOONA
Albgold
Illinois
Associated Press
Senator Quay
Pennsylvania
Defender and Valkyrie Race Teeters in New York Test
The second Defender Vigilant race on eight miles saw Defender gain early, Valkyrie chase then collapse in shifting winds. A squall near the second mark favored Defender as Vigilant failed to match headway, Defender widening the final margin despite light air and a breezy finish.
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Defender Beats Vigilant In Regatta Display
The Defender outsailed and beat the Vigilant by a large margin in a trial race, despite calls for another test by the Americas Cup committee. The race table shows Defender winning by a significant margin, underscoring its superiority in wind and sea conditions.
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Swelm Viele Tragedy Ends With Fatal Shot
Jod Augst Toha Wrennock, 25, shot and killed by an assailant after a night of drinking with Miss Eva Nelson at the Vorvarmeel House. The shooter claimed the gun was loaded and said the quarrel began when Eva Nelson fled with Mrs. Weennock nearby as the shot rang out.
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Twelve Prigoneery Break Jail Tris
Twelve prisoners broke jail during the night. most are captured, several remain at large. Names include Prairie O'Brien Aric Clark Bi Wood Lewis Chaney Fred Pung Danmiella Negre Johar Smith and two others Kelly and Flvuary. Roving pursuit followed as inmates tore through bars. Attorney General Theodore Hancock prepares to sue American Tube Company over alleged violating statutes.
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Cape
Sailing Party Drowned at Cape Bauld Incident
A Charlottetown dispatch reports the probable loss of seven lives after a small boat party from Cape Bauld to Fifteen Points failed to return. Five men and two women spent the night with friends and disappeared the next day. the boat is believed to have foundered with all aboard presumed dead.
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Burglars Fire Shots in Night Break-In at Cable & Co
Burglars broke through a store window at Cable & Co during the night and fired several shots before escaping. Clerk James Knight was fatally shot in the back, while watchmen confronted the burglars. Authorities pursue suspects.
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Many Miners Drowned In Colorado Mine Flood
Central City Colorado August 30 The accidental flooding of the American and Sleepy Hollow mines yesterday afternoon caused the believed death of thirteen miners Rescue efforts continue but little hope remains A flood from Fisk mine lower workings breached old passages and sent water eastward through the Americas and Sleepy Hollow shafts Several escaped while many remained trapped with rising gas and water hindering rescue Work crews and officials crowded the shaft head as rescuers descended to 330 feet finding one man near insensible surface conditions and another rescuer blocked by the rising flood The owners were on site aiding in relief efforts with the grim assessment that most in the Americas and Sleepy Hollow are dead The flooding is linked to mine shutdowns and ownership disputes between Fisk Sleepy Hollow and Gregory Mining companies
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Smalley Not a Criminal, Mrs Smalley Says
A telegram from J. C. Anderson of Brinton and testimony from Brighton residents argue that Julia Smalley, killed while resisting arrest, was not the Chicago and West Michigan train robber nor the detective Powers’ murderer. An affidavit supported by fifty conspirators is being prepared to back the claim.
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Captain Baldwin Not Killed In Indian Agent Report
War department officers dismiss a telegraphed claim that Captain Baldwin of the Fifll Infantry acting Indian agent at the Comanche and Apache agency was killed. They say no notification would wait for months if true. Durrant jury at last secured in Las France with Samuel I. Ditton as wholesale grocer chosen to complete the panel and an adjournment requested until Monday.
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Emers Speer Chosen Orator for Cotton States Exposition
The United States judge for the Southern District of Georgia has been selected as the opening exercises orator for the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta. He has signified acceptance of the invitation.
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