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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1897
Page
1
London May 1 A turbulent Greek political scene unfolds as King George faces anti royal sentiment amid a struggling army. Prime Ministerial figures push for continued fighting while rumors of intervention fade. Crown Princess Sophia endures jeers after visiting an ambulance hospital as troops guard the palace. Military actions include Turkish counterattacks near Janina and Epirus with Greek retreats and troop redeployments.
The president has received three residence offers for vacation times at mountains and seashore but has not decided where to spend the heated term. The White House is still a possibility, with an outside option of using Amibia Adar Hay's summer home in the Adirondacks. It is not clear if Mrs. McKinney will depart Washington before the president.
Gordy Lette, a Georgetown resident, declares innocence of a murder charge as his execution date nears. He recounts his birth near Gumbero and a life linked to the Methodist church, asking for a specific sermon by Rev. A Green and details on pallbearers and burial.
Atlanta on May 1 Herry A Cassin cashier of the Georgia Loan Savings and Banking Company was indicted by the grand jury for embezzlement. He refused to comment on his shortage and was taken to the home of Judge Hiliver, his father in law. Bank president Georgy Gress left the city after being excused from the grand jury.
May 1 report shows customs receipts totaling about 2, with March payments and bond withdrawals. Notable figures include 1,131,222 in straight import entries and 599.60 pounds tied to sugar and tobacco duties drawn from bond. Total monthly payments reflect the second largest year on record.
Vienna May 1 German Nationalists move to impeach Count I premier Dr Bilinski finance minister Count Grath justice minister Baron Gianz Eicha commerce minister Count Ledebur-Witin agriculture minister over bill enabling Czech in Bohemia and Moravia. Georgia leader A B Buck mentioned. Japan and Atlanta church pastorate noted with arch details.
Des Moines May 1 Both houses pass a law by James Wilson secretary of agriculture authorizing the governor to act for the department to stamp out hog cholera. We shall inspect hogs in worst counties and keep diseased animals out with federal aid. If successful the plan spreads nationally.
A mob killed six Black people and set a house ablaze after accusing seven youths of theft in a brutal public massacre. Lawmen and citizens pursued the accused, who were captured and later executed in the Brezos bottom amid gunfire and mob control failures.
The text notes a pattern of gold export from the country to Europe starting in spring and continuing to midsummer, with a measurable outward flow and a corresponding inward movement by year end. It cites figures around $24,069,000 for February and anticipates activity through May 1894.
The German papers note Prussian circulars press German born residents to American birth rules. In Chicago dispatch details arise about a private secretary Miss Sarah Louise Ervin testifying to a senate panel that Spalding gave her about 75000 dollars and aimed to arrange a divorce and marriage later.
Guthrie faces flood aftermath with debris cleanup and emergency care. Mayor Berkey and Guthrie club leaders coordinate with citizens relief committee to aid destitute and relocate families. Over thousand people provided shelter as bodies are recovered and daily burials continue.
Letter to the ford mayor urges inclusion of the London slums tenants in Victoria Jubilee celebrations. The author calls for dinners or substantial meals for the poorest during the jubilee week and notes a subscription goal of 100 pounds. Charm With Robbins Caele Sam. St. Louis May 1. David H. Hays, longtime cashier of the St. Louis postal service, was arrested for embezzlement and held to the federal grand jury with a $3,000 bond. He has heart disease and may not stand trial.
Philip Meche hone, once with the congressional library, was found guilty yesterday of stealing historic library documents. A new trial notice was filed. He was released on $5,000 bond. The conviction carries a penalty up to ten years in prison or a $5,000 fine or both.
An aged woman in Sistersville West Virginia recounts being violently attacked by a negro and a white man who forced entry to her home on Thursday night They burned her with a candied brand one ear was roasted and her hair singed The woman was near death from the assault and robbery. An earthquake is reported in the Leeward Islands causing casualties and damage and officials at Guad has been suspended amid violence. In New York Dr Leoncis Res died after a jar explosion at a hospital ward fatally burning his face arms and body.
In Boston on March I Joseph A Tasigt faces talks aiming at a settlement that would halt the prosecution if carried out.
The Maher Deut will be held in New York in June. Buck Saabon and others declined to name the club that had secured deut, citing unspecified reasons.
News notes report two men injured by the collapse of a structure in Albany. The Michigan House advances a bill to ban photographic reproductions of prize fights. Ex Governor Altgeld denies responsibility for mismanagement of Chicago Globe Savings Bank. Opponents in the Senate plan no delay to the tariff bill.
Report describes McKinley pressing the opening button as crowds gather for the Tennessee centennial ceremonies. Government buildings, state pavilions, and outdoor exhibits prepare for a grand day with speeches by Taylor and others. Nighttime displays include electric lights, fireworks, and a large parade with 300 Ancient Order of Hibernians members.
Frederick city is slated to host the Maryland Division meet after bids from two other Maryland cities were withdrawn by Consul Sams. Officers will meet next week to decide in Frederick, with events set for July 3, 4 and 5. A music recital by advanced pupils of the music department of the Woman's College will be held this evening in College Hall.
R G Dun and Company notes modest improvement in major industries but overall disappointing activity. War hopes influence markets yet Austria China demand boosts exports and imports. imports jump 60 percent weekly, 30 percent year to four weeks. Textile mills shift to full production. cotton goods output restriction ends. US business failures total 244 this week with varied yearly comparisons.
Yesterday's baseball results across leagues show scattered games with multiple cities and teams. Notable scores include Philadelphia 3 over St Louis City York Baltimore Kingston 0 and Boston 2, Chicago 2, St Louis 4, plus Toronto 7 over Sminton 5 and Syracuse 8 over kesturre Rochester 9, among others.
Bear sentiment pervaded trading as railway stocks fell an average around fifty percent amid gold shipment concerns to Europe. New York reports show varied losses driven by professional traders with small, uneven activity and a few notable closing bids across major issues such as Lehigh Valley, Reading, and N Y Central.
Markets show firm wheat and pork with steady to active live cattle and lambs. Prices: wheat futures mixed. pork and lard steady. butter and cheese mixed in dairy notes. At East Liberty live stock prices list prime cattle to hog ranges and lamb values with regional variations. A street piano noise and Bregerick nightlife wrap the scene.
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