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Philadelphia Times

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1889

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Kensington Tragedy Shows Murderer Killed Annie Klaus in Street

Coroner's postmortem confirms Annie Klaus was shot by Otto Kayser who then killed his wife and himself. Kayser believed to be obsessed with Klaus and pressured her to run away. she refused. Police traced his alias Tom Lynn and recovered details from acquaintances. Mrs Kayser wounded survived and described the fatal struggle and Kayser's motive. Funeral plans set for Kayser and Klaus as crowds gather.

Formad Pretty Annie Otto Kayser Annie Klaus Kayser Kensington Avenue Waterford Conn Tom Lynn Scott McKibben Barsantee Richard Louisa Fanin Emma Richter Lizzie Klaus Annie Joel Lare Episcopal Hospital Dr. van Pelt Frankford Avenue York Street Brooklyn Bill Brown Reinhardt and Stahl Hope Street Montgomery Avenue Job Printing Richard Kayser North Second Street Kensington Geyer Ashbridge Kensington Area

Winter Sets In Coldest Day of the Season in Mohawk Valley

February 4 report from Canajonarie New York notes the coldest day of the current winter with temperatures from 18 to 94 degrees below zero in the Mohawk Valley while Ottawa Ontario records similarly severe readings.

Canajonarie Mohawk Valley Zera Ottawa Ont

Double of Mrs Dieroff Mistaken for Corpse on Orkney Street

A Kensington woman who claimed to be alive caused a dramatic vent when Mrs Rosanna Dieroff, about 50, was thought dead after a neighbor’s misidentification. A body in the wagon led to a family reunion when the living woman cried out in astonishment. The case left a surprised Messenger Matthews noting the strange double.

James Waters Orkney Street Downer Matthews Somerset Street Rosanna Dieroff Mrs. Dieroff Mia Dieroff

Wind topples Meyer building. six dead in Omaha ruin

High winds toppled the east wall of the Max Meyer brick building at Farnum and Seventeenth, wrecking two more structures. Six people known dead include Edward Oleson, Mrs. Hincher, Mike Martin, Thomas Houston, Peter Boyer, and Rudolph Mitchell. Several others injured. rescue efforts ended with no more bodies found. Injured include G. H. Silver, E. A. Philip, John Jackson, Emma Oliver, Charles Blake, and Charles Caesar.

Omaha Neb Max Meyer Farnum and Seventeenth Streets P. Boyer & Co D. Dunbar & Co Edward Oleson Oleson Boyer & Co Rudolph Mitchell G. H. Silver E. A. Philip John Jackson Emma Oliver Charles Blake Charles Caesar Dunbar’s Art Department George Searls Dunbar & Co

BISMARCKS PROPOSITION FOR SAMAOAN TALKS

Count von Arco met with Secretary Bayard at the State Department to discuss Samoan affairs. He carried a letter from Prince Bismarck proposing a resumption of Berlin consultations, which followed Washington talks in 1887 among Germany Great Britain and the United States. Bayard declined further comment and anticipated sending the communication to Congress soon.

Wasa Hinatoa Count von Arco State Department Bayard Prince Bismarck Berlin Washington Germany Great Britain United States Samoa Congress

No Overtures Made to Germany, Cable Telegram

Special report notes a Norddeutsche assertion replying to a Washington telegram that Mr Pendleton did not approach the German Foreign Office nor convey official Samoa communications. The piece confirms no American overtures or visits by Pendleton in Berlin for months.

Germany the Times N. Y. Herald Samoa

Involuntary Bridge Jumper at Gwynn's Falls

Locomotive fireman D. Smith fell from the Baltimore and Potomac bridge over Gwynn's Falls near Calverton Saturday night. He broke his left leg and sustained internal injuries after slipping between the ties into 100 feet of water. Smith swam to the bank and was taken home.

Baltimore D. Smith Baltimore and Potomac Gwynn’s Falls Calverton Smith

Sophomores’ hazing calf killed by freshman at Lafayette

A Lafayette freshman killed the calf used in sophomores hazing a week earlier. The sophomore class planned a parade to feature the animal, but its death sparked anger as the freshmen mourned the campus coal box and football goal posts in the aftermath.

the Times Easton Lafayette Loas

Widow Maria A. Rosseau Pension Raised to 100

Washington February 4 The House committee on invalid pensions to lay before the Senate bill increasing the pension of Mrs Maria A Rosseau widow of the late Brigadier General Rosseau from 50 to 100 dollars per month.

Rosseau Waasaingtron House Committee On Senate Maria A. Rosseau Ote

Washington Notes and House Foreign Affairs Actions

Secretary Fairchild spent Sunday in New Sa And returned to Ington. Masters commissions at Eris Latrobe and Montrose will expire next April. The House foreign affairs committee approved a 9000 protective measure for American interests in La the Philadelphia construction a 507 dock awarded to Simos Co. of New York with a bid of 50670. Sanderadiean wine and manpower notes appear amid unclear lines.

Fairchild New Sa Ington Eris Latrobe Montrose House Committee On Foreign Affairs Philadetoniaia TES Simos & Co New York Enchener

State Fencibles Ball Honors Major Wesley Chew Battalion

Visiting officers commended Major Wesley Chew's battalion for drill and evolutions while the National Guard of Pennsylvania hosted a full dress ball at the Academy of Music. Governor Beaver and staff along with Delaware and New Jersey officers attended, as did numerous distinguished guests and decorated figures from the military community. The event featured grand march led by Chew and his daughter, lavish national decorations, and notable exhibitions by the Fencibles and guest units from New York and London.

Academy of Music National Guard of Pennsylvania Academy W. Wes Chew William A. Witherup T. T. Brazier George W. Rea M. B. Dwight B. E B. Packer G. L. Bastian J. G. Ganley Morris Condon A. L. Bellville R. L. Barry Joseph A. Ryan J. D. Bassett R. P.schellinger 8. P. Holmes Daniel Rodgers George Christy W. B. Ryner Holmes Hall Beaver Hartranft Snowden Plume New Forsyth Russell Navy Biggs B. F. Lewis Senate Www John P. Donohue George W. Gray Charles W. Maull T. F. Armstrong E. T. Cooper J. T. Layfield Benjamin Whitely W. H. Stevens Kate Friel Lizzie Mountain Jennie Corey Wentzel Katie Hickey M. Gorman Nellie Stark Emma P. Borden Laura Lynch Katie Sting L. Bind 2D Guard New York Charles E. Sloan Abraham Mead W. P. McCosker John Martin L. F. Barry I. B. Jacobs A. L. Dickinson Charles Sprague George W. Corliss Edward P. Moore James Hamel Walter Scott Charles H. Chumar Augustus ©. Foster Honorable Artillery of London W. N. Hayward John A. Mackenzie J. F. Burke Gate City Guard Atlanta Major Chew W. F. Jocher T. H. Ferguson

Trial trip planned for gunboat Yorktown arrival

Distinguished officers arrive to inspect the Yorktown cruiser. A full hull, horsepower, engines, and steering check will determine if the vessel meets contract terms. The government may accept the Yorktown without delay pending the morning decision by the Cramp yard representatives.

Yorktown Secretary of the Navy Board of Revere A, Snows Ate Shepard Naval Teele Sidney A. Staunton Neers Rol Potts Cipriano Nest B. Hine Enginee Ward Seikine Fi Bingham Enradaera Rold P. Norton Teas D. Weaver Cramp

Milla Sentenced for Assault on Bertha Howard in Willistown

The crowded courtroom heard Judge Waddell sentence James Milla, the colored man who attacked Bertha Howard near a Willistown district school, then threw her into a mill dam. Howard survived and recovered after a harrowing ordeal.

the Times Weer Custer Waddell James Milla Bertha Howard Willistown Condi Draga

Strikers Fail to Halt Second Avenue Cars as Police Guard Run

In New York on February 4 the Second Avenue Surface Railroad began service with 28 officers and two patrol wagons escorting car No. 87 from Ninety-second Street to Astor Place. Up to eleven o'clock twenty-one cars operated, despite track obstructions by strikers. Cars ran on multiple lines with precautions, but crews faced jeers and occasional damage. the return trip was uneventful and operations continued.

New York Second Avenue Surface Railroad Company Inspector Willams Ninety-second Street Astor Place Seventh Avenue Grand Street Noen Harris Rochester Byrnes Tenth Avenue Fifty-ninth Street Atrikera Ninth Avenue First Avenue

American Union Fourth Anniversary Celebration in Philadelphia

The Chinese American Union of Philadelphia marked its fourth anniversary at Association Hall with over a thousand attendees. Speakers included Rev Wilbur Paddock and Dr Robert Harper, with Mrs Lumina Chew delivering the evening’s notable remarks on traditional practices and attitudes toward Chinese women. Lincoln L Eyre and John B Garrett also spoke on immigration and labor, urging equal treatment of foreigners if exclusion is necessary.

Lumina Chew John T. Beckley John B. Garrett Ke

The Dead Baroness and Crown Prince Death Theory

A Vienna dispatch reports that a baroness killed herself and then her husband and brother killed Archduke Rudolf to shield family honor. The murder theory is bolstered by references to a doctor and a professor Hoffman analysis, while some Vienna circles dispute the suicide motive.

London New York Rudolf Vienna Sooshan Hoffman

Crowds View Rudolf Remains Amidst Royal Funeral Commotion

Enormous crowds in Vienna on February 4 line up to view Crown Prince Rudolf remains. Troops manage the crush as several people faint and are carried away. Emperor Francis Joseph receives ministers and remarks on Vienna Pesth journal coverage. Austria-Hungary in Order and Picture planned. papers left by Rudolf noted.

Vienna Crown Rudolf Francis Joseph Baron Pesth Austria-Hungary Ord Herr von Nye Inn Luxemburg Peror

Death by Own Action Duel Rumor in Brussels

sensational Brussels report claims Austrian Crown Prince and a nobleman dueled under the American plan using dice to decide death. The loser’s three month death deadline passed and Rudolf allegedly killed himself. A second dispatch notes Kalnoky’s telegram of condolence to the U S president.

Londorn Brussels Rudolf

Prosecutor Haight Exonerated by Freeholders Panel

A committee from the Board of Freeholders investigating the accounts of Prosecutor Haight exonerated him today. The panel had examined forfeited recognisances and undue charges, but found his accounts were correct.

Haight the Times Fraersorp Board of Freeholders

Cumberland's Liquor Licenses Under Court Review

Plicanta applied for licenses and remonstrances appear in many cases. The court will take action tomorrow.

Cumberland Plicanta

Fragmentary Notice Reflects Unclear Event In Purcrary

A mangled OCR fragment mentions an event with unclear actors and details. readable parts show a reminder of a location and date likely missing, with no coherent subjects or outcomes due to severe text corruption.

Lannon and Godfrey Fight in Fifteen Round Clash

Boston telegram reports a Cribb Club encounter where heavyweight Joe Lannon weighed 185 pounds and faced George Godfrey for fifteen rounds under John L Sullivan. The bout featured fierce exchanges, Lannon focusing on Godfrey’s face, a bleeding nose, and a late rally that left Lannon with a battered face. Sullivan deemed the match a draw and divided the purse.

Prolal THE Times Boston Cribb Club Joe Lannon George Godfrey John L. Sullivan Lannon Godfrey Sullivan

Explosion in a Train at Carbondale Depot

A Delaware and Hudson line train triple cars exploded at Carbondale near the depot. Frozen pipes redirected steam into the rear car causing a large blast that wrecked the end of the car and damaged the next. A brakeman survived by leaving his coal shovel in the front car when the blast occurred.

the Times Sonanton Delaware and Hudson Canal Company Carbondale

Alleged Prison Brutality Probed by Riverside Board

A secret conference of Riverside Penitentiary inspectors, led by President George Kelly, voted to thoroughly investigate charges against prison steward Mabarneke and begin hearings tomorrow. Cadwalader Biddle may appear in Philadelphia. a citizen claims evidence of a prisoner dying from flogging five years ago and asks Governor Beaver to investigate.

Prrrantine Riverside Penitentiary George Kelly Mabarneke Sharowehly State Prison Board Philadelphia Cadwalader Biddle Tequesey

Red-nose Mike to Face Trial in Wilkesbarre

In Wilkesbarre February 4 the infamous mountain murderer known as Red-nose Mike will be tried in Criminal Court next Wednesday after preparations were completed. He faces the brutal killings of Paymaster McClure and Stable Boss Flanigan, with his earlier confidence eroding as the enormity of the crime sinks in.

Wilkesbarre Mike Paymaster McClure Flanigan Criminal Court Ead Conte

Temple of the Prehistoric Ag. Petition to protect Casal Grands ruin

A petition signed by Oliver Wendell Holmes John G Whittier Francis Parkman Edward Everett Hale Mrs Hemingway and others presented by Senator Hoar asks protection for the Casal Grands ruin near Florence Arizona. The petition notes heavy depredations from visitors and urges government action to guard the ancient temple of prehistoric age.

Washington Oliver Wendell Holmes John G. Whittier Francis Parkman Edward Everett Hale Hemingway Senator Hoar Casal Grands Florence Arizona

Murder of John M Clayton Ends Outrage Political Killings

General Powell Clayton and Judge Clayton brothers of the slain John M Clayton reveal a political assassination, detailing Conway county violence surrounding the 1870s election. They describe armed groups, ballot theft, mob assaults on Republican figures, and a fatal shooting through a boarding house window on January 29. They assert the crime targeted political opponents and call for justice.

Sorre Powell Clayton Clayton John M. Clayton Morriston Conway County Miasissippi Simon P. Hughes Towers Morrilton Plummerville R. Breckinridge M. W. Benjamin Little Rock Arkansas Republican State Committee Benjamin United States Charles Wah Congress Alexander Wahl Breckinridge Henry A. Cooper Powel Clayton W. H. Claytor

Bride of coal man wed after boarding school tale

Reading dispatch reports John A. Witman a young coal tradesman, married Miss Annie A Schell of Muhlenberg in a romantic match. The couple traveled from a boarding school near Philadelphia to Camden, then back to the school. When Witman tried to take his wife away, the boarding house barred her departure until Mayor Fitter intervened and the marriage certificate was produced.

the Times Reading John A. Witman Annie A.schell Muhlenberg Philadelphia Wiemnen Camden Witman

Reading Coal Supply Restricted in Dull Season

The Philadelphia and Reading Company will operate only selected collieries during the dull season, expected to produce 8,000 tons daily. Stated plants include Bear Ridge Bear Run Ellangowan Elmwood Gilberton Hammond K Pao GU Mahanoy City Turkey Run Mammoth Ikashoeeet Laon Gap Merriam Henry Clay Phoenix Park Creek Shaft Brookside and Lincoln with many near maximum output requiring labor reductions to stay within the limit.

Reading the Times Portsville Philadelphia and Reading Company Bear Ridge Bear Run Ellangowan Elmwood Gilberton Hammond K Pao GU Mahanoy City Turkey Run Eeean Mammoth Ikashoeeet Laon Gap Merriam Henry Clay Phoenix Park Mi Creek Shaft Brookside

Found Dead in a Lime Kiln near Lampeter

Lancaster, February 4. Adam Lofever, a wealthy farmer of West Lampeter township, was found dead in a lime kiln on his premises at noon yesterday after an evening at the Lampeter hotel he owned. He was about 60 years old, served three terms as Poor Director, owned five fine farms, and was valued at around $200,000.

the Times Lancaster Adam Lofever West Lampeter Lampeter Leever Committee of Finance and Charities and Corrections Fitler House of Correction State Road Pennsylvania Railroad Thompson James W. White White Board of Charities and Corrections Mr. Anderson Anderson Isemi

Bagley Gets Five Years For Shooting Threats

Bagley of Snowshoe was sentenced by Judge Furst to seven years and six months in the Western Penitentiary. He was found guilty last week of firing at Officer A M tier of Milesburg with intent to kill and of threats against Miss Campbell of Milesburg.

Bagley the Times Breauerants John Snowshoe Furst Western A. M. Tier Milesburg Miss Campbell

West Virginia Deadlock in Joint Assembly Ballot

Charleston February 4 three ballots were taken in joint assembly to select a senator. Bassett 3, Dail 5, Boganal 1, Rowan 8. Third ballot 20 for nna 92 Bassett 88. Wasien numbers and votes cast 63 necessary for a choice. Arkansas Contest Disposed Of, February 4, Norwood withdraws petition ending dispute over Governor Eagle election bonds.

West Virginia Charleston Bagsell Enna Goff Tranell J. St Rowan Nna Bassett Wasien Arkansas Lirris Roux C. M. Norwood Eagle Norwood

No Reflection on the Pope From Rome Archbishop Corrigan Report

Osservatore Romano from Archbishop Corrigan of New York offers few reflections on the Pope's position. The dispatch discusses Vatican stance and reaction to the Parnell matter with cautious language and limited commentary.

Rome Osservatore Romano Vatican Corrigan Newes Parnell

Sturgis Le Special Telegram Report Segment

Edward Sturgis, a longtime resident of Lancaster, died recently after a brief illness. He had served twenty years in the community and was well liked by the public.

Edward Sturgis Lancaster Baward

Dice Warden Cone Gaiteras Wh A Water Old Leader

A fragment notes Cone Gaiteras Wh as a dice warden, with unclear roles and references to a water old leader and Se Brier, in a murky archival snippet. Names and details are partial, but the piece implies a governance or oversight context and a locally noted figure.

Night Collision Sinks Two Vessels Off Dungeness

Lonpox February 4 reports the steamer Nereid and the British ship Killochan colliding off Dungeness. Both sank quickly, drowning 24 people including Killochan's captain Manson. nine crew were rescued, one later died. Weather was clear at impact.

Lonpox Manson Lyttleton Dungeness

Death of Bright Young Eight O Clock Club Member

Funeral services for John A Bigley 17, a senior in James L Clagborn School, will be held this afternoon at St Edward's Church after peritonitis. A recipient of the Eight O'Clock Club Medal of Honor, he died Friday, leaving four brothers and their mother Annie Bigley, long deceased.

Eight O'Clock Club John A. Bigley Chas. J. Bigley Park Avenue St. Edward's Church John James L. Clagborn Times Annie Bigley

Fires Strike Up-Town as Shops Burn and Lose Goods

A major blaze erupted around nine last night in the rear of William Abbott’s furniture factory at 180 North Front Street. Firemen battled smoke and water damage totaling about 5,000 dollars, with insurance covering the loss. Police officer Sayre sounded the alarm after discovering flames. Nearby, a shoe store at 1015 Passyunk Avenue suffered a 25 dollar loss due to a fire caused by children with matches. A curtain in Mins Kors dry goods store on Lemple Avenue and erson Streets caught fire from a stove, damaging goods worth 25 dollars. A cracked still in W. H. Magotts oil works at Second Street and Snyder Avenue caused a fire yesterday afternoon, with 1,000 dollars in damages.

William Abbott North Front Street Sayre Tenth District Shackamaxon Girard Avenue Edward Fleming Passyunk Avenue Mins K. Kors Lempla Erson Streets W. H. Magotts Second Street Snyder Avenue

Hopelessly Insane Maria Behr Brought to Almshouse Hospital

Maria Behr, found wandering Saturday night, remains confined in the Almshouse woman's hospital as officials prepare to commit her to the Insane department. Nurses and authorities failed to uncover her history. she denies marriage to a Trenton husband and speaks German and French, growing distraught. No friends or visitors are present.

Maria Behr Miss Smith Trenton

Hornung Signs With Baltimore

Joe Hornung today accepted the terms of the Baltimore Base Ball Club for the coming season. A separate item reports an Anglo-German alliance, with Berlin sources saying England and Germany have formed a pact to protect northern seas and ports.

Hornung Baltimore Boston Joe Hornung Howe Lowell Oh Periasnung Berlin The Novae Fremya England Germany

Suspension In the Mining Regions

The mining suspension that began this morning is not viewed as serious locally. Winter suspensions are common, and this is not expected to last long. Sixteen of the Reading Coal and Iron Company's top collieries will continue operating.

Porrsvii Ixteen Reading Coal and Iron Company

White Cap notices sent. four residents rush to work

Special Telegram from Stroudsburg on February 4 reports Frank Dethl Jeremiah Daly Carry White and Charles Springer received White Cap notices within a week ordering them to return to work within fifteen days or leave town. All are frightened but have found jobs. Dethl has bought a revolver and threatens violence.

TDCES Stroupsburg Frank Dethl Jeremiah Daly White Charles Springer Deth

Fire-Barn Destroyed in York County Fire Suspected

A large barn owned by Andrew Brodneck near Jefferson York county burned to the ground on Saturday. The structure, in a neighborhood with several recent blazes, is the ninth burned in the area. Insured by the Manheim Insurance Company in York county, the fire is attributed to an incendiary act.

York County Baltimore Andrew Brodneck Jefferson Carrol County Manheim Insurance Company

Ovation to Lord Stanley Arrives in Montreal

Governor General and Lady Stanley reached Montreal at noon and were greeted by carnival exhibit committee members in St. James Street. They were driven to the Windsor Hotel where civic reception officials welcomed them informally to the city.

Lord Stanley Toronto Governor General Lady Stanley Montreal Carnival St. James Street Ndsor

No British Minister Yet Rumor Officially Denied

A special cable from London reports that rumors of Sir John Pauncefoot being appointed British Minister at Washington are officially contradicted. The Times published a cable noting the denial as of February 4. The item attributes the report to a New York Herald copyright notice from 1889.

the Times N. Y. Herald Lonpor Sir John Pauncefoot Washington

Woman Killed by Engine on Reading Railroad

Reading February 4. Mrs Lena Weinland known as Dutch Lena was picking coal on the Reading Railroad when a rogue torch and her work were ordered from the track. An accident occurred resulting in a fatality as she was struck by an engine.

the Times Reading Lena Weinland Lena Brody Torch

Bank of Knapp in Marquette Closes Its Doors

The J. N. Knapp bank in Marquette Michigan closed its doors amid liabilities estimated between 30 000 and 50 000. The bank started operations a year ago and slow collections were cited as the cause, leaving depositors expected not to recover funds.

Marquette, Mich Bank of J. N. Knapp

Death Trap in Hospital Attic Sparks City Debate

Dr White warns crowded hospital attics pose great fire risk with 300 paupers jammed above the hospital. City income from Holmesburg land cited as 1200 to 1500 per year. Officials clash over moving the Almshouse with plans to build on city land and use sinking fund funds. Debate ends with a resolution to draft two ordinances for the Councils.

Holmesburg Thompson Dr. White Iseminger

Snake Bite Doctor Dies in Reapina at 89

Michael Heller, famed as the snake bite doctor across the state, died this forenoon at age 89. He inherited a snake bite remedy from his grandfather fifty years ago and passed the secret to his son before death, having cured hundreds. In Washington, Representative Chipman of Michigan submitted a petition against the international copyright bill, while Berwin reports Pendleton might need a successor as rumors of ill health circulate about the American minister.

the Times Reapina Michael Heller Washington Representative Chipman Michigan House

Weather report fragment with temperatures and winds

Fragmentary weather item notes colder, north westerly winds with coastal gales. Mentions yesterday’s temperatures with some garbled figures and unclear highs and lows.

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