CURRENT TOFICS OF A MODERN AGE AND MISCELLANY
A garbled roundup reports on topics from journalism at Cornell to a Vienna cancer cure claim, Danish bicycle usage, London underground education, electric light debates at Windsor, and various oddities. It mentions a Japanese author, a frigate, a gold nugget found in California, and a first woman clerk in Jasper County Missouri, with scattered notes on Italian university English study and a panoply of speculative science, culture, and finance.
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Cornell University
Binberg
Vienna
Denmark
E.mEecThie
Lonsdon
Qrren Vierenta
Windsor
Lane
Cal
AnNin EL U Maxren
Clork
Jasper County
Ois
Toureh Apirits Isaltuma
Sutert Faermans
Sint Torsa
General Miles to Washington for Indian trouble plan
The text reports General Miles being summoned to Washington by General Schofield to outline his strategy for dismounting and disarming Northwest Indians. It predicts a winter campaign and notes reliance on mounted men with infantry on guard duty as the plan unfolds.
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Miles
Washington
Department of IsQuri
Schofield
Generel
Sue Miles Tone
Prussia Plans Institute of Bacteriology Led by Koch Discovery
The Prussian government plans to create an Institute of Bacteriology in Berlin to study the Koch method. Prof Koch reportedly receives an adequate salary and will oversee research, with five affiliated hospitals and beds to support the work. Physicians from across Germany seek to study the Wheen method as Berlin prepares a medical bill.
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Bergemann
Koch
Trol Koch
Bergmann
Berlin
Government of
Prussia
Reehoomary
Conneroe
Keoclus Meaw
Acing
Brmv
The Burned Steamer Leathers Losses Rise
New figures show seventeen people died when the steamer Leathers burned and grounded near shore. Names include Lucy HL chamber maid Ike McNorris steward Ed Wright cabin boy five roust abouts and a white deck passenger. most perished by drowning as the boat swung from the shore and currents carried sailors into the water.
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Lucy HL
Ike McNorris
Wright
Eix Walker
Hamilton Jones
Hudson Williams
Henry Shackleford
Vincent Baker Michael Sandy Chvens
Alexander Tavey
Farmer fatally injured by enraged bull in Clay County incident
A farmer named Henry Long of Sveamora Creek in Clay County was attacked by a furious bull while attempting to drive it into a enclosure. He was thrown, gored through the shoulder and chest, and would have died without a hunter arriving on the scene. Long’s injuries were severe but not fatal.
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Henry Long
Sveamora Creek
Clay County
Vai
Leos Baviv
Long
Pensions for Confederates Distributed in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Pensions distributed seventy five thousand dollars Tuesday among ex Confederate pensioners in the state. Raised by taxation under a class Legislature act, the payments go to soldiers disabled in service and widows of soldiers killed in battle.
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North Carolina
Csass
O'Shea Grief and Parnell Divorce Stir Conservatism
Reports say Mrs. O'Shea is deeply grieving the Parnell divorce and fears for her health. Captain O'Shea becomes a leading figure at Conservative clubs, handling the matter with ready humor.
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Parnall
South Carolina Board Confirms Elliott Victory in Congressional Race
The State Board of Canvassers ruled in Elliott's favor in the Miller-Elliott contest and issued the certification. The decision secures Elliott a seat in the next Congress and contributes to a seven seat Democratic delegation for South Carolina.
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of Elliott
State Board of Canvassers .of
South Carolina
Miller-Elliott Congressions
Elliott
South’ Carolina
Bold Prison Break At West Virginia Penitentiary
Robbers believed to be ex convicts scaled the prison wall at a West Virginia state penitentiary on Saturday night. They blew open a safe, escaped with money, and left unseen as guards watched from above. The break was discovered Sunday and authorities are distressed by the security breach and mockery from locals.
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Mourdtsville
Sing
W.va
West Virginia State Penitentiars
Jlisves
Mathiesa
Prissafe Union of the
Perms
Wess
Scared Settlers Report Indians Near Grand River
A Dickinson dispatch says settlers west of Belfield flee with families after rumors of bands of Indians camping on Grand River fifty miles south. A mass meeting formed, a delegation planned to meet the governor, and authorities prepared to act as fear spreads among Belfield residents and nearby ranchers.
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Grand River
Dickinson
N. D
Belfield
Boelfields
Ehik Belfield
Cawufer
Severa
Five Men Drown After Ohio River Crossing Incident
Five men drowned when a ferry skiff capsized two thirds across the Ohio River near Evansville Indiana while crossing to Kentucky. Martin and Atkinson survived with assistance from a Kentucky and Indiana skiff crews. searches for the others continued into the evening.
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Ohio River
Exansville
Ind
Oahia
Tivansville
Martin
John Gilbert
Kentucky
Evansville
O'Eloek
Mr. Martin
Wem
Atkinson
Albert Walker
James Jamison
Stewart Carter
Wm. Barns
Fielding Clay Tcolored
Theen River
Indiana
Gladstone Seeks Unity Amid Irish Claims in Liberal Split
Mr Gladstone writes to Mr Mellor at Bassetlaw arguing Parnell's manifesto widens the gulf from recent disclosures and urges justice for Ireland beyond individual names. He suggests no severance with Nationalists, noting Parnell disfavors his colleagues and rejects their authority while ignoring the constitution.
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Gladstone
Mellor
Bassetlaw
Parnell
Liberal Party
Treland
Souris
Parnell ultimatum to Gladstone in London Telegraph
The London Daily Telegraph reports Charles Parnell sent an ultimatum to William Gladstone demanding a favorable reply within twenty four hours or risk a breakdown in relations. The piece assesses effects on the English Radical party and the positions of both leaders.
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Parnell
Gladstone
London Daily Telegraph
Assignment at Meridian Melion Hardware Company
In Meridian Mississippi the Melion Hardware Company made an assignment with liabilities around 250000 and assets not disclosed. The firm’s debt is chiefly held by merchants in New York Baltimore St Louis and Louisville.
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Meridian
Miss
Melion Hardware Company
New York
Baltimore
St. Leecis
Louisville
Child's Fall Into the Fire in Peru Ind Fatal Burns
The daughter of August Springer of Peru Indiana fell into a fire used in butchering on Saturday. She suffered severe burns to the back and the injuries are considered probably fatal.
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August Springer
Peru
Ind
Parnell Support Vote Count Shows Split
A canvass of Parliament members reveals 24 in favor of Parnell and 4 opposed, leaving two undecided or against by implication. The report notes the slender majority and ongoing political division surrounding Parnell.
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Parnail
Parnellita
Parnell
Public Debt Grows by 3 Million in November
Public debt rose in November with an estimated increase of 3,000,000 dollars. Officials attributed the jump to ongoing financing needs and seasonal expenditures affecting the debt tally.
Hessian Fly Hurting Kansas Wheat
Secretary Mohler of the Kansas State Board of Agriculture reports Hessian fly damage to wheat across the state. He asks Prof. Snow to investigate and report quickly. The fly is widespread and worst in early sown wheat. warm weather may worsen the crop while a cold snap could save it.
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Kansas
Mohler
Kansas State Board of Agriculture
Snow
The
State University
Four Drowned Hunters Toll on Blind Sodus Bay
The body of Ferguson, one of four men who drowned while hunting on Blind Sodus Bay near Fair Haven, N Y, was recovered. Mrs Riley, widow of one of the men and mother of Bennet, has faced multiple losses in the waters of Ontario.
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Ferguson
Blind Sodus Bay
N. Y
Sumiay
Free Coinage Bill Introduced by Representative Pickler
Representative Pickler of South Dakota introduces a bill for free coinage of gold and silver bullion. It provides deposit at U S Mints of bullion to be formed into standard dollars or bars for the owner's benefit without charge. Certificates may be issued under the act of 1578 and are to be full legal tender.
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Representative Pickler
South Dakota
United States
Lawmaker Proposes Two-Cent Tobacco Drawback
Representative Waddill of Virginia seeks a two cent per pound drawback on all original and unbroken tobacco and snuff held by manufacturers and dealers when the eight to six cent tax reduction takes effect, to wit October last.
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Waddill
Virginia
Child Born Without Eyes Near Bass Dubuque
A woman near Bass Dubuque Illinois gave birth to a child without eyes and with an unusual facial structure. Doctors report the infant is bright and expected to live.
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Ernst Notn
Bass Dubuque, Il
English Vessel Promises Action After Cannibal Attack
Melbourne dispatch reports an English warship sails to the New Hebrides to punish natives for cannibalism. An English rider and his son were killed and eaten on a Pacific island, prompting the punitive mission.
Representative McCreary Koy Free List Bill Introduced
Representative McCreary Koy introduced a bill to place tin and tin plate, agricultural implements, edged tools, worsted fabric for men and women, binder twine, blankets, salt and cotton ties on the free list. The measure targets tariff exemptions to boost domestic supply and labor.
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McCreary Koy
Bilitan
President Orders Removal of U S Attorney Joseph T Wilson
The President directs the removal of Joseph T. Wilson, U S District Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas, citing neglect of duty and inattention to the public interests.
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Joseph T. Wilson
U. S
Eastern District of Texas
Costa Rica Steamer Run Aground Near Race Rocks In Fog
The Costa Rica owned by the Dunsmuire ran ashore in dense fog near Race Rocks BIG. The damage is unknown and the steamer Piiot has gone to her aid.
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Costa Rica
The
Dunsmuire
Race Rocks
Big
Piiot
Parnell Expulsion Discussed by National Liberal Club
A report indicates the National Liberal Club will soon bring the question of expelling Mr Parnell from its membership before its committee, signaling a decisive move in the ongoing dispute.
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Parnell
National Liberal Club
BUFFALO BILL EXPRESSES VIEW ON INDIAN CRISIS
Buffalo Bill and others plan to secure back dues and higher rations. He traveled from Mismarck to Chicago for a Miles conference and blamed Sitting Bull for Indian trouble. He favors strict government dealings with the tribes but warns of possible spring trouble if not heeded. Public opinion splits on arresting Sitting Bull.
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Buffalo
Mismarck
N. C
Chicago
General Miles
Sitting Bull
Mr. Cody
Senate and House Swear-Ins Mark Session in Washington
Wyoming’s Carey and Warren sworn in as new Senators with terms set. House confirms several new members including Breckinridge Willis Sweet Stone and Clark. Oklahoma delegate Harvey also sworn. Presidents message read. pension bill reported. session adjourned. Senate passes elections bill debate continues. Chesapeake Female College claim sent to Court of Claims. copyright bill advanced then adjourned.
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Washington
Dec
Senate
Carey
Warren
Wyoming
House
McCook
Messrs. Breckinridge
Arkansas
Willis Sweet
Idaho
C. W. Stone
Pennsylvania
C.D. Clark
Messrs. Pinder
New York
Hayes
Iowa
Whitelaw
Missouri
Chesapeake Female College
Court of Claims
Murdered Pal by Fleeing Highwaymen in Chicago
The death of Wm. Sinnott was explained Tuesday night. Sinnott was found shot in the left breast on a Chicago sidewalk, killed by fellow thief Frank Hertnett during a quarrel over robbery proceeds. The killer and the robbed man fled, seen by a saloon keeper and a disreputable woman who delayed facts until evening.
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Wm. Sinnott
Chicago
Sinnot
Frank Hertnett
Sinnott
Hartnett
Four Killed in Nescopeck Mountain Boiler Blast
An explosion from the Nescopeck mountain boiler near Espytown Pa killed Frank Groover his brother Tsaac and two others instantly. The boiler powered a saw mill plant owned by Samuel Adams. All four men were mangled and the cause remains a mystery. The boiler seemed in good condition.
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Alboiler
Nescopeck Mountain
Espytown
Frank Groover
Tsaac
Samuel Adams
Chicago annexes five square miles of West Roseland and Washington Heights
In the recent suburban vote five square miles were added to Chicago. The formal transfer of keys and offices to Mayor Cregier occurred Tuesday morning marking the annexation.
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West Roseland
Washinton Heights
Chicago
Cregier
Cornell Bequest Rumor Fails to Prove Yet
Announcement from Ithaca New York reports the late D B Fayerweather leather merchant of New York City left 200000 pounds to Cornell University by will. Probate not yet complete and terms of the bequest remain undisclosed by university officials.
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Cornell
Ithaca
N. Y
D. B. Fayerweather
New York City
Cornell University
Milwaukee Special Election Results Report
Milwaukee voters returned a light turnout in the special election to fill the mayoral vacancy created by Peck winning the governorship. Democrat Peter J. Somers led with 13,740 votes, Republican F. D. Madyburg 6,893, and Labor candidate John Stippick lis.
Senate panel weighs trans-Pacific cable from coast to Australia
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations is instructed to investigate the advisability of a submarine telegraph cable spanning the Pacific from the Pacific Coast to the Hawaiian Islands, then via Samoa and New Zealand to Australia.
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Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Pacific
Hawaiian Islands
Samoa
New Zealand
Australia
State Intelligence Summary from Indiana and Surrounding Areas
A Bloomington fatal shooting during a hunting accident leaves Robertson dead. Rushville inmate Will Hamilton, 30, jailed for drunkenness and nakedness after burning clothes. Portland farmer John Isenhart’s murder is linked to Hindman statue remains. Indiana post offices list Art Mud Lick Potato Creek Pinkamink No Go Soon Over Don Juan Toll Gate. Various pension exams, embezzlement case, and local incidents across counties.
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Marion Robertson
Bloomington
Rushville
Will Hamilton
John Isenhart
Portland
John Hindman
Hindman
Indiana
Art
Mud Lick
Potato Creek
Pinkamink
Don Juan
Toll Gate
Commissioner of Pensions
H. H. Letsen
J. A. Hawn
Leavenworth
M. L. Hall
W. I. Hall
H. Nebeker
Newport
Tur Farmers’ Alliance
Boone County
Lebanon
Spiceland
Ft Wayne
Cambridge City
Indianapolis
New Castle
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