15 Feb 1889
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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1889
Page
1
Four hour hearing on the Northeastern Rapid Transit bill drew pro and anti factions. Wayne MacVeagh urged considerations while the Mayor refused his advice, insisting to base arguments on the bill before him. Supporters and property owners pressed for rapid transit, citing Kensington and Frankford needs and economic benefits.
Rev Dr McAuley led opponents at a large meeting before Mayor Fitler opposing the Northeastern Scheme. He warned the road would ruin homes and burden workers, noting property owners valued at hundreds of millions backed his view and accusing rich men of seeking personal gain. He urged righteous legislation, denied opposition to rapid transit, and claimed elevated railroads are nuisances not tolerated in Europe.
A conference at the Bingham House gathered T W Powderly and leaders from the Knights of Labor, American Federation of Labor, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, and Firemen’s and Switchmen’s unions. They approved consolidation, elected G S Bailey president and J J Leahy secretary, and planned a public address inviting unorganized workers to join a proposed national association. The meeting adjourned with pledge to pursue a single nationwide labor federation.
A lively Central Station magistrate narrator recounts Thursday proceedings with a chorus of quirky defendants. Bradley the fiddle thief, Tobin with a wooden leg, Mary Hunter and other locals face bail and punishment. Whisky, bills, and sermonized justice frame a comic legal vignette.
The Postmaster General named fourth class postmasters including D. Musser at Millheim and C KR at Franklin Wrights Pa. The President sent to the Senate nominations for Commodore George E Belknap rear admiral and Captain John G Walker commodore. Senate sessions confirmed Eugene E White Indian Inspector and Carroll D Wright Commissioner of Labor.
In Indianapolis on February 14 a conference of colored men convened at Professor J. M. Langston's invitation with delegates from seven Southern states. They drafted an address to General Harrison urging appointment of a law‑abiding Attorney General dedicated to civil rights and voting rights, and to enforce the law impartially without favoritism or corruption.
The Supreme officers of the Financial Union at Paterson New Jersey face an injunction to restrain their business. A Trenton lawyer will obtain affidavits from Adolph Grant J Henry Williams and Harry Ely about the committee's report and rush the injunction to be served. The Paterson Savings Bank has halted payments to the Union as a chancery case is prepared. The Paterson officers distributeCirculars to departments defending their actions and citing relief fund expenses. A small additional deficit in the relief fund accounts is noted, with department ledgers to be reconciled at a Wednesday meeting.
Chairman Grant threatens arrest of Supreme Officers if they hinder the efforts to wind up the order. Actions target the Fidels and Set Company of New York, trustees, and top officers amid state prosecutions. Camden Department 59 dissolves after a stormy meeting and pro rata treasury withdrawals.
Fire destroys D Henry Rieman barn in Adams county near Emmitsburg Maryland with 7000 loss and 4600 insured by Agricultural Insurance Co. The pattern mirrors other border area arsons tied to a growing group likened to White Caps or Bald Knobbers, operating across farms regardless of owner or party.
In Charleston West Virginia on February 14 the U S Senate ballot results show Goff 42 and Kenna 41 with a scattered balance requiring 45 to elect The Democrats held a caucus on the senator question and passed an order to support Keane for United States Senate.
Mrs Mary Brainard wife of the late Rev Thomas Brainard D D rector of the old Pine Street Church was buried from that church at eight o'clock yesterday afternoon. She died in Montreal and was brought here a few days ago.
An evening unionist gathering in Bristol ended with cheers for Gladstone. Parallel items note the Maine House of Assembly’s failure to pass the Australian boot bill and other varied ecclesiastical and political moves, including public officials and church leaders traveling to Atlantic City.
A large Union League reception honoring Senator Higgins drew Delaware lawmakers and Philadelphia leaders to meet Mr. Wharton. Over five hundred guests attended with judges, industrialists, and notable figures from the city, including Justices Paxson Green and Sterrett and many prominent businessmen and lawyers.
A large Delaware turnout arrived with Senator Higgins on a special train and heard a strong speech praising Delaware’s political shift. Notables from Wilmingon and beyond attended, with remarks about unifying the nation and advancing American industry.
Special telegram from Washington reports West Virginia may seat a Republican to replace Kenna. It suggests Kenna will likely remain Democratic caucus nominee, with dual governance if vacancies occur and rival credentials contested in the Senate. Lee may block Seantor Seaton.
Edward Dougherty of 1024 Vine Street struck his wife Josephine with an oyster knife last evening. She fell and struck her head on a doorstep, fracturing her skull, and was taken to Jefferson Hospital. Dougherty, reported drinking heavily, was locked up in the Sixth District station. The notice also cites a February pension veto by the President, questioning prior acts and provisions.
At Lafayette College several more sophomores are suspended for hazing from two weeks earlier. The faculty is handling suspensions in small groups rather than a mass action, amid pressure from clagsmen demanding that the initial suspensions be broadened to include all offenders.
The Female Bicyclists in New York report signs of wear as cyclists begin to slacken after intervals of activity. Details from February 14 highlight cycling events and emerging fatigue among riders.
Paris February 14 news reports Premier Floquet announces immediate resignation of his ministry after a narrow adjournment of the constitutional revision debate. The Chamber, crowded with diplomats, saw Baron Mackan push for dissolution. Boulanger claims credit for overthrowing the ministry and hints at further electoral and constitutional turmoil.
Washington dispatch portrays President Cleveland as practical and sincere, working long hours and acting on his own responsibility. It notes his firm belief in tariff reform, commitment to civil service reform, and confidence that the Democratic Party will rise with renewed unity and strength.
New York reports that President Cleveland will join the law firm Bangs Stetson Tracy MacVeagh on March 4 and that Daniel Lamont, his private secretary, is to become president of the Avenue Horse Railroad Company. The Traction Company, connected to Widener Elkina Kemble Whitney, aims to control major surface transit. Whitney aided Lamont’s appointment and Cleveland has shown defense of the transfer company while remaining formally unaffiliated with the firm.
The American baseball team travels from Egypt toward Italy with plans to land at Brindisi. Van Kirk and Spalding preceded the group, while Stamford Parry seeks a venue. Naples officials refuse to allow games in Pompeii ruins but Parry pursues Rome grounds, aiming for European crowds.
The body of James Jenkins was found on Water Valley tracks with throat cut. William Harris, a dive-keeper, is arrested for the murder. At a preliminary hearing the murdered man’s watch, chain and knife were found in Harris’s saloon. A mob twice attempted to lynch Harris, but he was saved by the sheriff and a Baptist preacher’s appeal. Harris has since been moved to Calaboose and then Freeville, with new plans for further mob action reported.
Auckland reports from Samoa say no change in the situation with Tamasese and Mataafa in their strongholds and no fighting. The British Consul urges neutrality and arms embargo guidance. Calliope replaces Royalist. German and American ships stay idle as Herr Branders is recalled to Berlin.
Shanghai dispatches report famine across Anna and Kiangsu due to two years of drought. In one province 300 families starve while millions suffer from shortages. The alert notes severe food shortages and relief needs amid the empire. Also: Tascott captured again in Deer Lodge Montana. Police await photograph verification before confirming the man’s identity.
Inter-State Commerce Commissioners A F Walker A Schoonmaker and W S Bragg opened a probe into Baltimore heavy business income. W H Joyce of the Pennsylvania Railroad testified that the Baltimore and Ohio granted concessions last fall on Nebraska to Baltimore corn shipments.
The Belgian steamer Olbers arriving from New York to Liverpool towed the Cunard liner Samaria after it broke its shaft 900 miles west of Queenstown on February 10. The Samaria departed Liverpool bound for Boston and was later towed. A rumor of Prince Bismarck's resignation unsettled markets briefly but gained little credence in official circles.
Special telegram from Ohoaco reports Ada Dow, Miss Julia Marlowe's chaperon and foster-mother, sustaining a badly fractured skull during a Chicago Opera House performance of Twelfth Night. The curtain fell as cries of agony were heard. doctors treated Dow backstage while the show briefly paused before resuming.
Chief Engineer Edwin Wells of the United States steamship Omaha shot himself on January 8 in Shanghai, ending in a fit of temporary insanity. Wells was a close friend of A Chandler, who died last week. The British ship Anglo Indian reportedly wrecked near Tamsui in a heavy gale, with the captain and several crew missing after fleeing the sinking vessel. natives looted and burned the ship.
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