Henry George dies in New York mayoral race
Henry George author of Progress and Poverty and Jefferson Democracy mayoral nominee dies of cerebral apoplexy in Union Square hotel. Son Henry George Jr. is named as successor while voters discuss impact on the campaign and party support. Body lies in state at Grand Central Palace with funeral arrangements announced.
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Henry George death stirs party maneuvering and speeches
The World fund for a Henry George memorial drew donations from Joseph Pulitzer 31000 Mayor Strong 59 Mayor Gleason 334 and Charles Steck ter 325. Leaders claim the George vote after his death, with George party influence shaping support for Tracy and Low, while Bryan Altgeld and Gleason comment on George’s impact on labor and politics. George Jr and George’s works are noted. various public figures reflect on his legacy and bids in New York politics amid party realignments.
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Father and Son Life Sketches of Henry George
A historical sketch covers Henry George born in Philadelphia in 1839, his rise as printer and editor in San Francisco, the formation of ideas for Progress and Poverty, and his influence on labor leaders in America and beyond. It traces publishing ventures and the author’s path to prominence and political relevance.
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Trade review notes heavy iron and steel demand amid yellow fever impact
R G Dan & Co reports partly due to yellow fever and mild weather, brisk iron and steel purchases keep mills busy while retail and wholesale trade show uneven strength. Cotton prices drop to decade lows amid quarantines and ample supply, with production up over 40 percent in ten years and demand lagging. Separate items report a Jersey City shooting, miners arrested in Pittsburgh, and other assorted crime and public notices.
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Common Law Wife Wins Widow of Millionaire Gregory
Chicago October reports Probate Judge Kohisaat ruled Martha Clybourne the legal widow of Allen S Gregory in the $1.6 million estate case. The decision ends a sensational contest backed by Gregory's heirs and hinged on a 40 year common law marriage testified by Gregory's niece Mrs. Lillie Gregory.
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Disorderly session in Vienna Echoes 70 000 Word Oration
Vienna reports recount a tumultuous lower house session as Herr Lecher delivers a 70 000 word government address. Leftists disrupt proceedings, vice president suspends, wreath given, and attendees indulge in heavy drinking. The speech is praised for its Austrian stance, with reporters noting humor and pathos. Separately, Mora and De Fequeseng are jailed in New York for false Costa Rica bank notes.
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Stock and Produce Markets Nuggets of News
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