14 Mar 1892
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1892
Page
1
A Senate committee debate on the Bland bill stretches into a critical moment as lawmakers consider free coinage before the President. Changes in the chamber alter the balance, with several previous supporters gone and new votes expected, potentially shifting the tally toward or against free coinage.
In Houston March 14 the Democratic race for Texas governor heats with James Stephen Hogg, George Clark of Waco, and Roger Loesing Fulton of Galveston as contenders. Hogg, who rose from attorney general in 1880 to governor in 1890, built his antirailroad platform by pressing the International and Great Northern for alleged violations, while other items note Bonaparte family legal actions and a Kentucky lottery bill advancing through legislation.
Mahlon A Swartz of Westminster an elderly man once well to do set his clothes on fire with coat act and burned to death. A leading Militiaman Dead Onasar Nod March 16 Brigadier General Tintin MN Steele commander of the Pirot Frigate of New Jersey National Guard died in East Orange aged 2.
Reports from Danuta to Irvington recount paralysis deaths of royals, a fortly tale of Ludwig and Victoria era figures, plus local court actions in Rosevalle and Mapnip. A water-bucket mishap on a cattle shipment, a teenage stabbing in March, and an armed raid thwarted near Almagro mark a day of disorder. a late probate and charitable bequests close the set in Irvington.
March 14 report from Grand Ramps notes Mary C Dutley died after grip and pneumonia, with Christian science and medicine debated, relatives hiring a doctor but she refused prescribed remedies. Sisters fight for fortune in Brown will case ends with verdict of undue influence and potential appeal to the supreme court.
In Wilmington on March 14 Officer Lucan arrested Daniel Miller, a colored man, for the murder of Noah Benson. Benson’s disap pearance led to the discovery of a headless body in the Delaware City canal the following day, a black velvet bag presumed to hold Benson’s head. Miller showed no reaction when taken into custody.
The dispatches report M. Clemenceau, the Radical French Deputy, has been granted a divorce from his American wife, Mary J. Hlummer of Greenwich, Conn., after twenty five years of marriage. In West Virginia, three people drowned near Kanawha City while rescuing a boat, Annie Meidley and J. Meidley among them, as a barge capsized. Also noted are a new Charleston commander appointment and a poisoning case in which a son was arrested for lacing his parents’ meals, William and the mother seriously ill. The Behring Sea negotiations continue with no new developments from Lord Salisbury. Professor John Catrine, noted educator and writer, has died after previously leading the United Presbyterian College at Frederick.
A Belgian mine explosion trapped workers as rescuers battled gas and flames. Thirty three bodies recovered with many missing. survivors feared, including women among the deceased. Fire finally flooded the shaft area after engineers judged all miners likely dead, ending hopes of rescue. The event prompted intense scrutiny of underground labor dangers.
An alleged murder involving Frank lather, brother of Mrs Dantem, is linked to Dr Heudder who fled from Janeaville. Autopsy on Mrs Danton’s body suggests foul play. If the suspect had remained in Raneavile last week, a trial might be underway.
The school board adopted a resolution demanding all public schools enroll or educate white students only, warning that colored children must be separated or expelled.
The Vo Conference at Walkersville on Sugary day afternoon faced a wealth of reports and appointments. Key items included a budgetary note of 150 dollars for Frederiek and a 124.6 spending line, while sabbath schools and biographies of Hens were discussed. Bishop KRephart announced appointments to various stations, and lay delegates were named for the General Conference to meet in Dayton Ohio. The Maryland branch of the Woman's Missionary Society elected officers and sent delegates to the Baltimore meeting, with Miss Ballie A. Sherrick delivering an Africa themed address. The event closed with thanks to host communities and a note on strong attendance and hospitality.
A local column lists residents and visitors to and from Hagerstown Emmitsburg and Baltimore, noting travels private car excursions to the south Cuba plans and a six week absence. It also reports a severe farmhouse fire near Cumberland destroying the Pollock residence while children escaped and no insurance covered the loss.
A garbled relay of boxing and theater notes recounts John L Sullivan planning a final bout and retirement after a post Olympia clash, with crowd scenes, personal bravado, and promises of business ventures. Other items include Mrs Fitch’s death, Cavendish insult case, and a New York apartment fire with heavy damages.
Dr Will am Pune proprietor of the Peabody hotel was arrested for employing Charles Wing a Chinese leper to prepare food for the hotel. The charge stems from the health officer's action. Bail set at 1600. Also notes of various court actions, deaths, and political moves across the country.
A rough foreign text describes congressional events in Washington and shifts in schedule. It mentions speakers Chipian Iryas Whittae Bnercawe and Walker Mast, with references to Senate actions and appropriations. A clash in Kentucky is noted where Asher and Combs were involved. a fight led to casualties. An Australian ballot bill struggle is described, focusing on English-speaking requirements and independents' ballot access amid legal debates.
Ordination by Bishop Andrews in Yous, Pa, March 14 included deacons J W Glover Wed Shet for Henry Traverton Frank W Matinger A L Miller G J Camp J W Hungworth W Vandanmark J H Morgan J H Price T BR Evan G M Prownfelter W Jadeams BK Murter with older MK Cleaver G8 Urutler A W Hantz W A Lepley J E L Weeks 2 T Whaley M Rhinner Wood 8 Deaver J HL Mangan BM Welsh A GC Forschit. Frandment Insurance, Winkura, W Va, March 14: West Virginia Fire and Marine Insurance Company chartered March 2. On March 3 organization elected Mr Garvin Wheeling president and K Elderin Tol CC secretary. March 4 financials show assets around 1,000,000. Fraud schemes uncovered. warrants issued for Garvin and Elomi. Eddera not yet found. Porjorer and a St. Path, March 14: district court incident as witness held in county jail awaiting trial for a cane case. judge Brilla admonished. Whisky magnates arrested in Boston. Crane, Root named in case. Ireland may not be cardinal. Father Hleftron of OA Stora Ireland cited not to be cardinal. attendants listed.
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