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Newspaper

Norfolk Virginian

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1896

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Holmes Is To Hang For Murder In Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court this morning affirmed the first degree murder verdict in the Benjamen Pietzel case, upholding Judge Arnot and rejecting all error claims. Justice Wilkins delivered the opinion, noting the trial showed dramatic but not irregular actions, and Holmes may not appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Samuel P. Rotan, Holmes’s counsel, reported the decision to his client as visits from Rev. Dr. Dailey and Archbishop Ryan suggested Holmes had given up hope for a new trial.

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Death ends Governor Greenhalge in Lowell

In Lowell Massachusetts on March 6 Governor Greenhalge died at 1230 a m after brief illness. The passing marks the end of a long public career including service as state executive and prominent figure in politics and public life.

Lowell Mass Greenhalge

Archbishop Kenrick Dies Suddenly in St Louis

Most Rev Peter Richard Kenrick former Archbishop of St Louis died suddenly at the Episcopal residence on Lindell Boulevard in St Louis. The aged prelate remained conscious at times as clergy and friends gathered. rites of extreme unction were given and funeral arrangements awaited Archbishop Sarsfield Denver’s anticipated arrival to conduct the service next Sunday. Kenrick, born in Dublin in 1800, was the first Archbishop of St Louis after its elevation and led the diocese for fifty years amid challenges, celebrating his golden jubilee in 1891.

Lovin St. Louis Peter Richard Kenrick Diocese of Lindell Boulevard Luveloek Gregory Main Kentick Bis Aeruchin Pathers Denver Peter Tiehnyad Kenrick Dublin Drase Roseat St Louis Lbshoyy Kenrick Steht Benlisiat Mather Brady Diocuse Pather Brady Adelmshop Vest Kendriei Lindell Bowlewart

Capers Debunked Vessel Cargo Seizures Near Cedar Keys

Washington report states Captain M Wer ring of the revenue cutter Morrill is tracking a schooner near Port Tampa amid a cargo seizure tied to Colling's expedition. The seized armament totals 200 to 400 thousand cartridges and 10 tons of supplies, with Spanish authorities expressing disappointment at the expedition’s composition.

Washington The Treasury Mwerring Morrill Selsens Vestuyday Port Tampa Mallony Lantern Tarzo United States Gis Stites Cedar Keys

Regnature Adjourammiene Wrankfort Proposal

A concurrent resolution in the Kentucky House, led by Mr. Swinefordlem, proposes adjourning the General Assembly until next Wednesday March 5. The Senate vote hints Holt is the Republican Senate nominee favorite, with the session set to expire March 1.

Wrankfort Swinefordlem General Assembly Senatoria Ballet Holt Wink

Battle Losses Reported in Abyssinian Conflict

A Paris dispatch from Aden to Mutin says Thalians lost 6,000 men in last Sunday's battle with the Abyssinians amid ongoing hostilities.

Paris Aden Mutin

Colored Republican rift in Virginia party roils Whe

A Virginian reporter probes the split in the local Colored Republican ranks led by Wardill Bowden and Leavery factions. Key figures Lamb Lowery and Waddill clash over leadership, with accusations of treachery and conspiracy, while meetings in Scott Street Lamb and Richmond papers frame the struggle and future control of the state party.

Republican Party Bus Unet Wardill-Bowden-Leavery Cot Themis Lowery Veerty Col Lum Beslow's Hall Scott Street Lamb Flonan Iame Mali Commuitttes Chiatelain Shire T Cove Ma Merler National Executive Committees Jidee Wadd Yankee Alam Gon Alkan George Ko Bowen Ron Lee Ohn Mitchell Thanet Toehmemt Mitchell Friends Lowery Mahone Bernie Habbo Nmbout Om Boll National Committee State C Judge Wineldill State Bearden Wardell National Howe Wouhdit Howden Opel Lamb Maul Madura Loval Threwater Republican Club Colonel Lamb Col Lah Madsday Abe Armary Thomias Lowery Ehevpran Vlly Thorogood Gotiagr Mhoro Rood Ims Col Lamb le Lowery Cnet Thorocool Ow Mektiles Tal Mehinkey Col. Linh Ini Major Waddy John W. Stevens Voight Col Lamb Oda Pellowa Bute Strens Night Bey

Prominent Merchant Near Blindness Amid Confederate Charity Fame

A New York based reporter notes Charles Broadway Stouss, a Hyroad wa y merchant, faces total blindness within weeks as doctors abandon hope. Bowes uses Melis therapy to try saving his sight while Stouss continues running his business amid near-certain medical despair. His wealth rose to millions in two decades, and his Southern fame rests on liberal Confederate memorials and charities.

York Sayer Charles Broadway Stouss Kim Bowes Melis Mercan Winchester Iseg Eros South

Silver Dems Back Free Coinage in 1 to 4 Policy

Washington March 4 A prominent group of the Leg Ver wad Posern live Committes of the UWmetalife deen claim the Democratic National Convention will be won by a decided minority. The committee says they are actively at work nationwide and promise a decisive trend toward free silver coinage at the 1 to 4 ratio with silver sentiment growing in strength across regions.

Uwmetalife Deen Silver Democrata Mts Democratic Party

Republican Convention Nominates G. Bo Rosa for Congress

March 4 meeting of the Seventh Congress district including part of Chicago and Lake County nominated G. Bo Rosa, current member, for Congress amid a bitter split between Voss supporters and W. D. Boyce followers. Also noting the death of prominent Republican Dewad, Chicago, a former National Committee chairman, at Riveraide. He leaves a widow and five children.

Wileage Chicago Lake County Ane den. G. Bo Rosa Congress Voss W. D. Boyce Dewad, Chiengo Marel de Mienobo Bell Nai Notive Committee Miveraide Ely National Committee Aerator Carta Campbell Brewna Dorn Philadelphia

Flood and Flanagan Senators in Fiery Senate Altercation

In Richmond Va on March 4 a melee erupted between Senators Finnigan Blood Flanagan and others amid a tense session over Maupin and gubernatorial moves. Blood was wounded by Finnigan’s cane and taken to a residence, doctors fearing brain concussion for Magee. A $2,500 bond was set. next hearing scheduled Wednesday. The day also covered pastor resignations, hotel fires, and political maneuvering around bills and appointments.

Vwiecmond Phangan Hess Blood Senate Phipatgan Om Fried Aleload Mr. Mlangigan Plood Phinigein Twilee Mer Jeter Conway Jr Swnds God Wal Little, Jr Commonwealth Edgar Allan Finnagan Balin Managan

Resolution clash stalls Senate conference on Cuba policy

Washington March 4 The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations failed to agree on resolutions. Debate focused on Spain and Cuba amid division over possible conference with the House. Sherman and others pressed for a language stance, while some members urged caution to secure a conclusive text.

Washington Senate Committee Senate Wve Mid Spain Cub Suel Choy Sherman Mornin Lode

Row in the Reichstag shows dramatic parliamentary clash

A chaotic March 4 scene in the Reichstag ends with a partial count revealing only 16 deputies present as the government fails to form a quorum amid shouting from supporters and opposition. La Lafayette House observers note pretense and protests during the tense counting.

SDM Hichter

Wreck Sighted Near Texas Coast After Fortnight at Sea

Minstus Schooner Pou reports sighting the wreck of the Wil Ve Ann, a schooner lost at sea for a month while en route to Texas and Mexican ports. Four persons aboard were rescued or missing, including Chotula Simon Wakter of Lake Charles, Taery Seaman, Willan Aimer eoak, and M Muyguet passenger of Stockford, Vex.

Ialveston Wil

Three Men Held in Custody as U S Authorities Question Them

In New York on March 4 three men described as engineers and a steward were brought before Judge Lincombie Wine. The judge released them to their counsel's custody until tomorrow morning as investigations proceed by United States authorities.

New York Mibustornus Sleamanip Bermiukt T' Ios Nubsor Hike, Howden Hesienar Cot. Taylor Ohlet West Sestonie United States Jude Lincomibe

Atlas Line dispute over sunken ship Aliea filed in court

In oo Bdver New York March 4 the Atlas Line Rhegship Company owners of the ship Aliea sunk by the German steegrker Lan Bourgevine have filed a suit in the United States District Court for the recovery of 400,000 dollars for the ship and cargo. The case will likely be forwarded by the French Line Company to report tomorrow.

New York Atlas Line Rhegship Company Oon Dhe Abouuship Aliea Vremel Tite Steegkeer

Cabinet Resigns In Prolonged Rome Meeting

March 4. The cabinet held a proracted meeting and unanimously decided to press the acceptance of their resignation. They desire to leave to the Crown complete harmony. The division of the Cabinet to resign will be communicated to the chambers tomorrow.

Rome Mherry Twiton Humbert

Deaths in Street Fight in Constantinople March 4

A quarrel between two Istab municipal council members, one Hulgarian and one Turk, sparked a street fight in which eight people were killed. Turkish troops from Usku were sent to Istub to restore order amid fears of further disturbances.

Constantinople Istab Loyway Usku Istub

Brilliant Reception for Captain Turner on 67th Birthday

Captain James BE Turner of the Virginia Pilots Association celebrated his 67th birthday at his Wood Street home with about fifty guests. Each guest wished he would live fifty seven more years, and many handsome presents were given.

James BE. Turner Virginia Pilots’ Association Wood Street

Salary fights over district attorneys bill rallied House attention

Washington March 4 The House devoted the day to the fee and salary amendment of the Legislative Executive and Judicial bill. Debates centered on district attorney salaries for federal courts ranging from 2000 to 3500 with two raises approved: Western district of Pennsylvania from 3500 to 4000 and Eastern district of Michigan from 3000 to 4000. An amendment required AG to pick district attorneys from locals. Senate disagreements and conference actions followed as the day closed.

Fee and Soleery Washington House Pennsylvania Michigan Senate Nicaragua Canal Commission Ienry A. Dupont United States Delaware Delaware Joint Assembly Dupont Watson Committee On Privileges and Elections Air Lene Mitchell Oregon Committee On Hou Sherman Morgan Lodge Allen Teller Voorhees Snees Wes Higgins Ed Isatener Flda

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