Death of General Sherman Ends Long Battle for Life
New York Feb 14 General William Tecumseh Sherman died at 1:50 p.m. after a prolonged struggle. Reports describe a decline from improving signs to a fatal lung complication amid erysipelas and bronchitis. Family and doctors reported diminishing strength, with final calls noting hopeless condition. Senator John Sherman issued a clarifying letter regarding extreme unction and Catholic rites, stating the Sherman family believed in Christian consolation. The obituary reviews Sherman’s long career from West Point to major Civil War commands and his pivotal Atlanta and Savannah campaigns. Burial is planned in St. Louis with Henry W Slocum named to handle funeral arrangements.
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General Sherman Dies Quietly After Honored Career
Offer to Make Sheridan General on the retired list with full pay was issued in February 1884. After residence in St Louis and later New York he became a popular after dinner speaker. He lived on Seventy first Street near Central Park with six children, including Rev. Thomas Ewine Sherman and Tecumseh Sherman. His wife died two years earlier.
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How the Sioux Fight in Open Plains Warfare
A former army officer recalls Sioux tactics from the 1876 campaigns with Terry, Custer and Miles. He notes their excitement and wild firing when pressed without cover, deadly accuracy when secured a position, and skill at using breastworks and small raids. He argues they fight best in plains terrain and under numbers, less effectively in timber or bush.
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A London World quip on fat clubs and tea chat in Florence
The London World recaps a joke about fat clubs in Berlin and America, a hypothetical London circle, and a Florentine tea moment. The speaker mentions using saccharine to substitute sugar and prevent stout, recalled with a playful smile about his “fairy form” and the Italian hostess’ amused question.
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Spider web sensing prank and historic Sultana boiler disaster noted
The text recounts a spider with tuning fork deception by disturbing its web and recalls the Sultana disaster of April 26 1865 aboard the Union transport carrying 2200 soldiers with 1700 lives lost. It also includes assorted jokes and notices about local figures like Louis Rt Carl a blind mathematician from New Jersey.
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Steamer Thomas Sherlock Sinks on Ohio River Tragedy
The steamer Thomas Sherlock sank after striking the Chesapeake and Ohio bridge pier in Cincinnati Tuesday night. One death, two missing, and three injuries are reported among 21 cabin passengers. Mrs. G. McClain was killed, while Margery Brown and Wim. Leppert are missing. Rescue efforts by the tug Alex Martin recovered several survivors as the hull disappeared. The vessel, 400 feet long with 44 foot beam, was licensed for 1 800 tons.
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Flood Devastates Pittsburgh and Allegheny Surging Losses
A devastating flood in Pittsburgh and Allegheny Friday and Tuesday caused estimated damages between 750000 and 1000000 pounds. Thousands displaced as 100 plus industrial sites closed and rail and streetcar traffic halted. Gas explosions in Allegheny and Pittsburgh injured several as water bursts damaged connections.
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Willing Heiress Marries Astor In Philadelphia Ceremony
Ava Willing, Quaker City heiress, wed John Jacob Astor at the Willing mansion 511 South Broad Street. Rev Dr McVicker officiated as guests heard of $2,000,000 in gifts including a fully furnished Fifth Avenue house. The couple plans Europe travel after their February 25 sail.
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Fatal Explosion at Suffolk Ice Factory Kills Superintendent
An ammonia tank exploded at the J. C. Bell and M. F. Lloyd ice factory in Suffolk Virginia killing superintendent Thomas B. Baldwin and seriously injuring two colored men. Baldwin was a Baltimore native, son of the late Thomas Baldwin. The plant was described as a complete wreck.
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Illinois Prohibits Cattle Import To Prevent Texas Fever
Governor Fifer issues proclamation banning importation of cattle suspected of Texas fever into Illinois until December 1, with enforcement under the State Board of Live Stock Commissioners. Localities align with federal prohibition areas.
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Fire Hits Duquesne Traction Power House in Pittsburgh
Early Tuesday morning the new power house of the Duquesne Traction Company in Pittsburgh burned. Loss is uninsured and estimated at a clear hundred thousand dollars. State Senator Flinn and Chris Magee are prominently identified with the venture.
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Indiana Senate and House Bills Passed in Feb Sessions
Indiana legislative updates report bills advancing on governance, police, and taxation. Measures include Appellate Court creation with five judges, city councils power to abate nuisances, and salary bills for state officers. House deliberations cover toll limits for millers, ditch construction, and penalties for bucket shops.
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Congress Deliberates Navy Dry Dock on Puget Sound
Senate approves naval bill authorizing a 200 acre Puget Sound tract at Port Orchard for a dry dock not less than 600 by 70 feet with cost up to 700000, enabling entry for vessels drawing thirty feet. House and Senate discuss copyright, district appropriations, and pensions as Sherman’s death prompts memorials and funeral committee appointments.
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Notes From the Capital On Post Office and Bank Actions
The anti lottery act reduces post office money orders and postal notes at New Orleans with a 12 week drop in orders and value. A House committee favors a New York customs house substitute. The Park National Bank creditors get a second 20 percent dividend after a June 1890 failure. The Foreign Affairs committee plans to report a bill to incorporate the Pacific Cable Company.
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