11 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Middletown Daily Argus
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1895
Page
1
In a chaotic scene the St Louis contingent secured the Democratic nominating victory amid cheers and crowd surges. Pittsburgh and California delegates clashed as the final ballot confirmed St Louis as the chosen convention lead, with key figures including DeYoung and Sampson prominent in proceedings.
In Wheeling West Virginia a major legal dispute unfolds as Nathan Goff and Emily O Connor Leogaieu sue to restrain a sale. Decrees and proceedings hinge on a petition before the court with a dramatic confrontation over property and authority.
Report from New York discusses a 60 million dollar bid at a public sale of United States property, with Edward King Wowdow and others present. The article also notes a violent incident in Port Bomerun where a German family and others were slain, amid broader unrest and military movements.
Mayor Bemis said he would receive contributions to aid insurgents and ensure their delivery, while Judge Bundy warned such shipments could trigger seizure by the United States. In New York, stonemasons walked out on New Year claiming contract breaches entitling daily wages of 33 dollars and a 12 hour workday.
In Edinburgh Scotland Mr Bayard denounced protection of socialism and condemned class legislation, ethics in politics, and foreign relations. Massachusetts Representative Barrett backed impeachment moves, sparking a three hour debate as lawmakers split on propriety and the case for impeachment before a Judiciary committee. The Long Island Times editorial noted the diplomat’s remarks as imprudent but not impeachable.
In Gebesville near Far a Post, a boiler explosion at a sawmill killed engineer Frank Perkins and Solomon Wastings instantly. Stephen White and Curtis Johnson escaped. Two others were near the scene.
An unclear report mentions Martie Garber WHT and Marie Barbee in a convoluted note about faith and a derailed plan. Morton is cited as a figure involved in an electrical traveler topic, with a late mention of a speculative committee.
Fragmentary report describes upheaval within the sultanate over guarding and policies. Mentions Armenian villa distress at Van and general disorder, with references to high officials and attempts to depart the count.
A chaotic strike wave grips New York City tailors and contractors, threatening widespread labor action across Brooklyn and nearby firms. Reports describe clashes with bosses, stalled shops, and potential citywide walkouts, while unrelated dispatches note political unrest and court cases in other regions.
Robin son announces he plans to challenge in the district race while Conmeron, declared yesterday, intends to run again for the end of his current term in the year. The political clash centers on reelection and local district influence amid tensions over succession and policy.
Governor fings is respited for sixty Paris Midian who wiy have been haved in Wittsbuece tomorrow Bachar in his fweby attire ah Carey stole $10 Win euey and sawart of jewelry and escaped Near Pestligs Wis Migest Nibben a Ss-year old Swedes fatty shatkyveu old Annie Bundy and now killed himself be cuise she diseased Tenses Riap Waterbury Conn 2 has in ted Finn by the death of ae anele in New Orleans when he had not heard Crain by twenty three years the treaty between Chile and Bolivia Wits approved by the Chilean senate at Sanritys de Chile yesterday and by the Bolivia legislature at Spere on Monda Deputy Sheriff ML Brookin was as sassinated at his home near Montievilo Hl a Brookkin stepped on the veranda to wet a drink of waiter as the assassin fled two charges of buckshot into his body ccusing Mowist fasta death No clow
Dec. 1 dawn Carter Hartward hanged for Catherine Ging murder at city jail after long vigil. He joked about his fate while planning feasts and exchanges with attendants. On Dec. 2 investigators tied his actions to a larger scheme involving insurance payouts and Miss Ging’s Ozark business ties.
A garbled confession ties a planned assault to long ago threats against Mrs. Blixt. The suspect claimed involvement with another man and described luring the victim into a trap before a fatal act. He faces a possible life sentence or state prison after sentencing is considered.
In a city interview Dr Biggs and Dr Briges advocate anti-toxine for diphtheria treatment showing reduced mortality since its introduction in 1904. Hospital data at Willard Parker indicate only a small share of diphtheria cases treated there. Separate note reports Republicans planning Senate reorganization with Democrats offering limited opposition.
A passenger engine on Norfolk and Western No. 12 derailed after striking rock on a curve near Wheeling. Several crew members, including the fireman, were injured with four broken ribs and doubtful recovery. General Tyner and other officials declined to comment on rumors connecting the incident to Mrs Dimmick.
A large party on a coasting sled on Barbour's hill collided with a telephone pole after a bobbing run. Six riders were badly hurt. injuries included amputation of two fingers, a broken leg, multiple internal injuries, and bruising. The incident followed a separate note on New York Republican primaries and county committee races with factional tensions and high turnout.
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