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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1887
Page
1
Continent faces a war scare while Carnot’s election reshapes French politics. In Ireland coercion arrests rise as Gladstone nears 78th birthday and a penny memorial idea surfaces. Loftus faces pension life, Cairns pursues marriage to Miss Barnes as royal gossip swirls.
London dispatch notes Irish landlordism, singling Marquis Clanricarde as a prime example. It reports his London lifestyle, harsh estate policies, and secret orders to agents to apply pressure on tenants, with House of Commons scrutiny expected.
The article contrasts the guards around Salisbury with those once seen near Harcourt and notes how the Prime Minister’s security is minimal. It describes covertness in Bond Street, footmen disguises, and persistent watchers, turning Salisbury into a scarcely seen figure likened to an English Mikado.
Special Cable Telegram reports John L. Sullivan ending his London career with a crowd filled Royal Aquarium exhibition. He pummeled Jack Ashton with energy, drawing tears and cheers from glove sellers and spectators before departing for Ireland.
December 10 report from Berrie details the German military service bill preamble. It sets service terms of twelve years for active duty, contrasts with Russia and France, cites two-front risks, and notes 190,000 marks max cost for administration plus 000 marks for new papers and uniforms. Prince Bismarck’s opposition to rapid passage is mentioned, with mobilization expected to add 500,000 men if enacted.
A blaze leveled Pennypacker’s barrel factory at Twenty third street and Washington avenue destroying the building and over 70 thousand barrels. Neighbors escaped harm as fires spread to nearby shops and houses, with several residents rescued from smoke and flames. Fire officials traced the origin to a drying room fire amid kilns in the workshop.
A December essay argues Germany keeps Germany and Austria alert over Russian mobilization and frontier masses. It cites past troop movements, notes no immediate menace, and suggests alarm serves stabilizing policy while cautioning Russian war-party influence.
In County Clare seven men were indicted for manslaughter in the killing of Constable Whelehan. The jury found O Leary and four others guilty, with O Leary sentenced to ten years and the four others to seven years each. The Murphys were not convicted. The report also notes the Suez Canal Convention developments with the British ministry deciding against sending a circular note.
The seventy two hour race ends at half past ten at the Eli Rink with Adams and Williams holding first and second a couple hours earlier. Newhart wars for third but trails Horan's record by seven miles. Old man Elson withdraws at ten, then collects nickels from the audience.
Lancaster reports a fifty hour go as you please pedestrian match drawing large crowds. Contestants include Frank Bokene and William Bowers, two eager participants racing to ten o clock tonight amid lively excitement.
A Philadelphia born woman of twenty two seeks alimony after an ill suited marriage to Alfred Gillson of Lawton. Her life includes runaway youth, foster care in Boston and New York circles, a stint as a maid, and a brief privileged schooling before drifting into poverty following her husband’s descent. The court orders alimony based on his earnings.
Colonel R H Thomas secretary of the Pennsylvania State Grange traveled to Harrisburg for hotel arrangements for the upcoming annual Grange meeting. Delegates will attend Tuesday to Friday with secret sessions and lectures by Worthy Master Leonard Rhone Governor Beaver J W Lippcomb L W Overhiser and Mortimer Whitehead. Tariff and wool duty issues are expected to be debated.
A brawl at the Valley House near York last night left Alburtus Sherby shot in the face with a ball entering the left nose and exiting under the jaw injuring teeth. Charles Stough—nicknamed Pud—was arrested on Sherby’s accusation of firing the shot and is jailed as Sherby’s condition is monitored. Four to five shots shattered glass and sent patrons scrambling while the bartender and proprietor hid to avoid harm.
In a long dispute from February 1836, the Arnot Arcade fire on Lake Street ended with a decision in Corning. The Arnots are awarded 10 000 dollars in insurance plus interest and the insurers face 20 000 dollars in costs.
Americans rely on Scotland for potatoes as the U S crop declines. James Christie Jr of the Exchange notes New York state harvests were poor except Long Island, forcing imports from Scotland Ireland and Nova Scotia. Current imports reach 0,000 bags weekly with a 15 cent per bushel duty and Scot potatoes selling around 2 25 a bag.
The Rev Dr Joseph Parker of London sailed for home on the Etruria today. Several people saw him off as he carried $6,500 in profits from his lecture tour aboard the ship.
Mr Gladstone plans Naples visit in January while Dr Joseph Parker returns from New York. Canada’s net debt rose by 900000 last month. Terrebonne College Montreal sustains 20000 damage from fire. faculty and students narrowly escape. Reichstag committees report second reading of op real bill. John Kenpo trial ends in acquittal for alleged sy bushels case. City of Berlin inman line tests after major repairs. voyage deemed satisfactory. Conditional order issued in Georgia.
Paris reels after Jules Ferry is shot inside the Palais Bourbon. Aubertin alias Berckheim admits the deliberate attack, declaring he hoped Ferry would die. Ferry was moved to a private room as the assailant, a 52 year old Lorraine native and glassmaker, is seized amid a hostile crowd.
Jules Ferry was shot three times in the Chamber of Deputies lobby by Aubertin, who was arrested. Ferry’s wounds were minor, while Goblet was targeted by an accomplice who failed to shoot. The incident sparked clashes between Moderates and Radicals as officials condemned the act.
A Paris salon whisper describes a phase of life behind the Duc de Chartres house departure for the extreme east. The Comtesse D Avaray, famed beauty daughter of the Comtesse D Mercy, is central as Prince Henri d Orléans once loved her, prompting intrigue in Parisian circles.
The Duc learns of affairs and sends Prince Henri to Constantinople, while the Comtesse and Marguerite complicate plans to follow. The Duchesse de Chartres fears loss but consents to a joint expedition under tight supervision as Henri is sent to hunt tigers in India. Society wonders which Orleans members will join the chase.
Pater familias blaine and family linger in Paris amid numerous invitations. Blaine’s health improves markedly, his spirits high while meeting French hosts. They await London friends’ plans before choosing to visit Pau or Cannes and then Rome for the carnival or the pope's jubilee. They likely stay through Christmas.
A large naphtha oil tank near the Consumers' Gas Company works leaked and oozed into riverbank cellars. In the Walk residence Howard 9 and Anna 6 were badly burned after a candle sparked a blast that wrecked the house and damaged Jeremiah Kern's home. the tank itself did not explode.
The Pennsylvania Club held a reception last night at its new 142 Walnut Street clubhouse. The elegant rooms include a billiard, reading, and reception area with a cafe. Notable attendees included William R. Leeds John Wanamaker Samuel K. Smedley Edwin N. Benson and Mayors and directors from local organizations. A committee led by J Levering Jones will attend New York club meetings next week to discuss campaign outlook and future work.
Johan Wilson George Hillier and Albert A Rothermel were arrested for running a flimflam game on central city storekeepers. Police say they stole over a hundred dollars in a week. Wilson daubed his face with nitrate of silver to avoid identification. Grice of Green's restaurant testified Wilson attempted to swindle her out of ten dollars. Magistrate Smith set bond for a trial next week with many witnesses expected.
Serious division erupts at Trinity Lutheran Church Bechtelsville as Sunday School plans a Christmas festival. Trustees refuse entry over concert concerns prompting resignation of the arranging committee and rising church indignation. Booth and Barrett attract strong crowds at Chestnut Street Opera House with $43,210 total receipts over two weeks.
Sharon December 10 reports a major shift as women allied with liquor interests begin signing license petitions. The scene features a surge of female remonstrances and marks a notable moment in temperance and licensing disputes in the region.
Richard Ve of West Middlesex in this county died from a wound suffered while chopping wood last Thursday. He leaves a family.
Thirteen year old Thomas Watkins died in Wolveraity Hospital after being struck by a moving train on the Failadel pass and Reading Railroad at Con shobock. The incident occurred days after the accident at Peneneay and is under local inquiry.
December 10 report that the Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad filed for record and mortgage with the Mercantile Trust Company of New York to secure a loan of 10. The filing name is FRASELIM. The posting details the security interest on the railroad’s assets.
Chicago defeated Philadelphia 8 to 6 in a December 10 game. The Cubs surged with early offense and held on as Phillies rallied late. Bay FRAwNotaco noted as a player in the recap.
Silas S Swartley, manager for Orville Milling Company of Orville Ohio, confessed defalcations totaling about 4000 dollars. He orchestrated false orders in New York and Philadelphia, used drafts and bill of lading to assets, fled, and left behind unpaid orders. Bonds are sought from Reuben Winters and Samuel C Fried, while Samuel S Swartley cooperates with Griffin to resolve the case. Swartley is brother to another Swartley partner in the firm.
Long Branch reports a new training school for circuits and horses nearly ready for operation. Iliam Showles, famed bareback rider, owns the venture on ex Commissioner McKenna's property at Norris and Third avenues.
A joint session of York Councils appointed a committee led by the Mayor and two members from each branch to arrange for the reception and entertainment of the Philadelphia Council committee, expected at the munial body's meeting on Monday evening.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad at Fourth and Chestnut streets has enlarged its offices, extending the space used by Weeks of the company’s agent.
Stock and grain commission brokers at 35 South Fourteenth Street advertise direct wires to New York and Chicago for all wants.
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