Riots Erupt as Philadelphia Streetcars Are Destroyed
Street violence halts traction as cars are wrecked and windows shattered from Chestnut to Sixth and Vine. Police disperse mob after hours of fighting. dozens injured, property damage runs high, with workers and strikers blamed in shifting accounts. Mayor and officials vow to restore order while unions defend strike rights amid broader labor tensions.
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Suspect Owen Freed By Postal Inspector
Owen, held on suspicion of sending fern machines to Messrs Pullmans and Armour, was released yesterday afternoon by Postal Inspector Stuart who said there is no proof that Gwen was the sender of the machines.
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President Cleveland presses inquiry on Venezuela dispute
The president informs Congress that the United States cannot accept British control of the disputed Venezuelan territory and urges an independent commission to examine the matter. Secretary Olney backs the Monroe Doctrine while Lord Salisbury resists arbitration, deeming the issue British and longstanding.
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Debate on Monroe Doctrine and European interference
The article captures heated Senate and House reactions to the president's address on American foreign policy. It highlights support and opposition from lawmakers across parties regarding Britain Venezuela, the Monroe doctrine, and balancing power in Europe. Many speeches urge firmness to defend territorial rights and prevent European interference.
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Harrison's Presidential Boom Forecast By Other State
Indiana delegates will not present President Harrison's name at the St. Louis convention. Rumors say another state will nominate him with support from Resublieza leaders. Harrison reportedly wishes the nomination go through a reliable channel and may accept under pressure. In Toledo, a man named Lynehers Frightens commented on politics but avoided key topics. A violent incident followed with deputies assaulted while pursuing a black suspect, and jail inmates linked to sexual assault charges were mentioned.
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Worthless Ausbann’s Double Crime
Mrs May Robinson aged 24 was shot at Third and Chestnut by her husband John Robinson. She is in critical condition after multiple wounds. he shot himself fatally, dying instantly. She had separated from him over his alleged worthlessness and lives with her parents in Burlington New Jersey.
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Fragmented historical text about festivals and political notes
A garbled OCR passage mentions festivals, political figures, and events across various places and dates. It references names like Walker and Sedaka, mentions a festival week, and hints at government actions, protests, and travel notes. The text lacks coherent structure and precise details.
Looting and Mass Loss in Beituun Mission Crisis
Report details a sectarian uprising affecting American missionaries in Beituun and Zitoun. Armaments surrendered but violence escalated with widespread arson, killings, and property destruction. Estimates place Christian deaths from 503 to 1,000 and American property losses between 25,000 and 49,000 dollars, while some Moslems suffered limited casualties.
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Conspirators Arrested After Jail Break and Confession
Dozens of details emerge about a group linked to an asylum crime plot. Pub Metfaire and Oliver Curtis Perry are named among five escapees with a keeper acting as a go between in New York. Brown faced arraignment, waived examination, and was held for the grand jury as revolver supplies surfaced among the prisoners.
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