22 Nov 1888
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1888
Page
1
A naphtha explosion aboard a ship at Brinot causes three deaths and widespread damage to nearby buildings. Reports also note Warren P. Copp admits to writing about misused town funds, while other items cover policy shifts, a murder or accident case, a former judge’s death, a labor strike at Wamsutis Mills, and various financial market updates.
A New York World report argues Manton Marble crafted the tariff reform push used by President Cleveland. Cabinet debates reveal Secretary Whitney opposing a preelection message while Vilas and others clash over timing and political risk. New York losses and party dynamics frame the confrontation as Cleveland weighs strategy.
Delegates at the National Baseball League convention discuss discarding the roster tip, three strikes and four balls. a batter may take first when the umpire is hit. Scoring changes include blank fourth column or record a sacrifice bunt. A new rule requires a tenth player on the lineup card, with general approval. The Washington club’s bid for Ward is denied.
From Indianapolis dispatches comes a report on the Labor convention where delegates debate high salaries and extravagance in the general executive board. The committee on finance is to report, with a plan capping per diem pay, scrutinizing officer expenses, and names circulated for the next master workman and other posts. Also noted are a Bridgeport assault case, Connecticut official vote counts, a Boston diamond theft, railway station burglary, and a brutal teacher fined.
A northwest gale and blinding snow grip the region with subzero temperatures. Fishermen fear for vessels heading toward the Sangueau and Gulf mouths, some frozen in snow. Sault Ste. Marie records eight below, November conditions unmatched in years. the steamship Pomeranian caught fire and will remain ashore until spring.
A Greeley Post encampment debate on changing the present G A R uniform to avoid resemblance to conductors and porters. Some favor a dark blue blouse with light trousers, others propose various styles, with a general push for a distinctive dress to mark veterans from civilians. Last Sunday’s meeting showed broad support for a change, though opinions differ on the exact design.
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