Coal Production and Railroad Directors Report
A heavy increase in coal production is reported across states and regions with detailed tonnage figures and shares. the report notes higher outputs in several territories and lists key areas. In New York March 14, directors of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad adopt a fiscal year to June 3 and declare a 2 percent dividend on preferred stock payable April 24 to record holders of April 10, complicating relations with common stock and clarifying preferred rights ahead of common earnings.
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Goth
Isss
Inergas
Pepiog
Tadhana
Georgia
Michigan
Company Announces Small Dividend and Fiscal Year Change
The report notes a modest 7 percent dividend for the year ending June 1800 amid a previously unlikely payout. It cites extending the fiscal year due to regulatory reporting needs from the Interstate Commerce Commission, state railroad commissions, and the Wisconsin legislature. Outside actions include expected resignations of western directors and a small surplus allocated to dividends.
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Wisconsin
Railway managers define territory for Trans Missouri association
The managers of the roads and members of the United States railway discussed yesterday the territory to be joined under the Trans Missouri association. It was decided to include all lands between the Pacific Ocean and the Missouri River with southwestern and northwestern divisions remaining as they are.
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Lute-State Railway
Trans Missouri Association
Ocean
Missouri River
Parnell and Irish Question Stir at Commission Hearing
London march 14 The Parnell Commission heard earnest appeal rhetoric as James Hall described the crowd at a reception for Mr Parnell and supporters. The Times charges were defended and the government was urged to respect constitutional means for Ireland. The case adjourned to April 2 with O’Brien and Harrington released on bonds.
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Times
James Hall
Varnell
John Magley
Crhudgrenne
Hwba
Ireland
Meclesy
Asperte
Australa
Atadien
Barland
Criusor
Westmingter
Paracel
Buclishais
Gladstone
Charles Russall
Parnell
London
Parnell Commission
Hibernian Bank
Dub- Nid
O'Brien
Harrington
Hannen
A Father's Deep Infamy
Patrick Doyle was sentenced to four years in prison after being charged with felonious assault on his half year old daughter Lizae. Detained after his arrest, the case drew testimony from his wife and the child, who said the father had badly treated her for four years. Kate Doyle, his wife, professed piety and urged her spouse to attend early mass.
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Pri Vpkienis
Patrick Doyle
Dhaughter Lizae
Doyle
Han
Kate Doyle
Colored barber shot by deputy in Kansas City quarrel
Samuel Patterson, a colored barber, was shot and fatally wounded Tuesday morning by Hiram Adams, a colored deputy constable. The shooting followed a quarrel over a dice game as hundreds visited Adams in his cell. several women claimed to be his wives.
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Kansas City
Samuel Patterson
Hiram Adams
Adonis
Prohibition Vote Returns in New Hampshire Cities
Returns from 205 cities and towns show the prohibition amendment with 2 782 yeas and 9 182 nays while 28 towns remain. the amendment trails by a 5 400 majority. The sectarian amendment also wins but fails to reach the two thirds required.
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New Hampshire
Coscord
Nhs
White region spotted on Saturn's ring by Professor Terby
A calteogram from Saturn, Boston reports Professor Franciscis Terby of Louvain observed a white region on Saturns ring visible against the planet's dark portion.
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Saturn
Boston
Mary May sues railroad for rent of property
Mary May sues the New Orleans and Carrollton Railroad for forty four dollars for rent of property where the company's stables stood. Charles L Gratiot, famed milling inventor, died at Plattsville Wisconsin. Chinese leaving Milwaukee show small community presence. Two Chinese men accused of abducting girls were held to answer in jail. Theodore Timby claims to see in New York.
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New Oraveass
Mary May
New
Charles L. Gratiot
Plattsville
Wis
Elihu B. Washburne
Milwaukee
MriLwather
Ericsson
New York
Theodore Timby
Editor Dawson Slain and Lynching Spirit Rises in Charleston
Capt. F W Dawson of The News and Courier is found dead in his Charleston office after a confrontation with Dr. McDow, who surrendered later claiming self defense. The event triggers a citywide frenzy and threats of lynching, with details of Dawson's alleged moral concerns about a nurse employed in his house.
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Dawson
Domecitle
Chanceaton
F W Dawson
News and Courier
F B McBow
McDo
Dawany
Rutledge Avenue
Mi Dow
Davysuy
Pomio
MM. Pow
Cty
Mc Dow
Jal
Mr Dow
MeDow
Nein
Tab
Fred
C D Ahrens
Alao
MacDow
McDow
Capt
England
Richmond Whig
Ricmond
B. W. Riemian
Chamogton News
Sithansieently
South Carolina
Democratic National Committee
WUT Build on the American Plan Controversy
In St Petersnure on March 14 Phe czar halts the Iberian railway routing and opts for the American plan emphasizing quicker and cheaper construction with post opening improvements. Churchill Will Oppose the Naval Scheme. Loxton reports Randolph Churchill endorses Sir Edward Reed against the naval proposal and pledges indirect cooperation.
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WUT
St. Petersnure
Phe Czar
Iiberian Railway
Churchill
Loxton
Loni Randolph Churchill
Edward J. Reed
Cardiff
All America Beats Chicago 7 6 At Lord's Grounds
A large crowd saw All America defeat Chicago 7 to 6 in a spirited baseball game played yesterday at Lord's grounds. The report notes strong attendance and competitive play amid a busy sports day.
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Loxvox
Lord's Grounds
All America
Chicago
Terrible Cultery Eee Lox March 14 at Coffey
Turbulent event details are unclear due to damaged OCR. Readable items mention a March date, Coffey, and a person or group involved. No further verifiable names or actions are extractable from the fragment.
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Perce
Wresbam Coffey
Mick
Nominations Lag as Senate Cleanses Lag Time
Washington dispatch reports slow Senate action on nominations with only three major appointments sent in and confirmations for Walker Blaine and Cyrus Hussy amid a busy White House. Farwell warns against office seeker pressure and urges state-based nominations to speed confirmations. In land cases, petitions seek rehearings as new evidence or missteps by prior secretaries prompt renewed appeals.
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Senate
Washington City
Eugene Schuyler
New York
Walker Blaine
Maine
Department of State
Cyrus Hussy
New York City
Interior
Walker Blgine
White House
Farwell
Harrison
Zachary Taylor
Hobe
Hino
Ihenos
Ryrbt Wien
Ihneis
Asa Matthews
Qlineas
Internal Revenue
Ingtos City
R-Lwarings
Lamar
Vilas
Noble
Cleveland
Laur
Intenor Department
Comminssionuer
Sparks
Lamar and
Vilna
Washington City Journalists Honor Late W F O'Brien
A meeting of Washington City journalists and correspondents convened to mourn the death of United Press reporter W F O'Brien. Attendees adopted resolutions expressing sorrow for his passing, noting he contracted pneumonia after covering the inauguration ball and died at age 30, leaving a promise-filled career behind.
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Wasahisuron City
Washington City
W F O'Brien
United Press
O'Brien
Charleston trial delayed by board vacancy
Secretary Tracy cites a vacancy on the Charleston trial board as the cause of delay in the ship's readiness for trial. Captain Belknap, formerly head of the board, was detached and ordered to Clima, prompting a telegraph to builders to determine the required appointment timing.
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Wastistoy City
Tracy
Charleston
Belknap
Clima
Senate acts on recess seating and foreign relations committees
Washington March 14. The Senate agreed to a resolution allowing the privileges and election committee to sit during recess. It laid on the table resolutions for buying 4 million dollars in silver bullion monthly. It provided for special committees on relations with Mexico, Cuba, and the West Indies, and adjourned after an executive session.
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Senate
Washington City
Privileges and Election Committee
Mexico
Cuba
West Indies
National banks authorized to begin business
Washington City March 14 The comptroller of the currency has authorized three banks to begin business with capital 100000 for City National bank Sulphur Springs Texas 50000 for People's National bank Paola Kansas and 100000 for National bank Coatesville Pennsylvania.
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Washington City
Comptroller of the Currency
City National Bank of
Chicago Gift to the United States Cruiser Chicago
Secretary Tracy accepted the silver service presented by Chicago citizens to the United States cruiser Chicago. The ceremony occurred in Washington on March 14.
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Chicago
Washington City
Tracy
United States
Dickens Manuscript of Our Mutual Friend in Philadelphia
The Star reports the original manuscript of Our Mutual Friend is in the possession of Mr. G. W. Childs of Philadelphia who allegedly refused £1 200 for it. The manuscript's history is notable with early reviews by the late Mr. Dallas praising Dickens and his engagement with the work.
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the Star
Dickens
G. W. Childs
Philadelphia
Dallas
Indiana G A R Encampment Reports Finances and Growth
The Indiana department of the Grand Army of the Republic reports 480 posts with 20 772 members and 2 651 new recruits in 1888. Relief expenses totaled 6 089 40 with 742 beneficiaries, and 5 291 00 remains in the relief fund. National Commander Gen William Warner addressed the encampment and spoke to 6 000 at a camp fire.
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Inpranapolis
Inil
Indiana Department of the
Adjutant General
William Warner
Order
Deragort Michigan Man Leads Greenback Ad Campaign
Deragort, Michigan, Moses W. Field emerges as the original greenback advocate promoting monetary reform. This brief notes Field’s role in early currency debates and his influence on local political discourse.
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Deragort, Mich
Moses W. Field
Greenback
Turbulent Legislative Scene Spurs Bipartisan Tension
In Springfield Illinois lawmakers clash over bills on pensions and education as the house and senate maneuver through late sessions. Key moments include debates on penal laws, child labor, and tax changes with multiple measures advancing and adjournments planned.
Carpets at New York State Store Campaign
An advertising notice urges carpet buyers to purchase from a New York State seller claiming low prices and fresh stock. It touts brand variety including Brussels and wool yarn carpets, cash payments, and plain pricing across stock from local yards.
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