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Philadelphia Times

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1883

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Ugly scene at Harrisburg over Philadelphia building commission bill

In Harrisburg February 22 a heated committee on municipal corporations debated abolishing the Philadelphia Public Building Commission. Crawford and Donahue opposed repeal amid accusations of bias and confrontations with Times reporters, prompting threats and lobbyist-style rhetoric as the bill faced uncertain prospects in the House.

Committee On Municipal Corporations Building Commission Harrisoune Capitol Farth Philadelphia Philadelphia Public Building Commission Furth O'Neill Gentner Crawford Hanson Donahue Upton H. White Bollitt Franklin Hall Dearden Gavitt Boyer Vogdes E.G. Snyder Jenkins Parcells Weegtly Emsley Eleventh Ward Dunbar Lockwood Committee of One Hundred Building Administration Fourth Ward McClure Times Harrisburg Bullitt Eighth Ward Perkins Ifecs House State Department Ballitt Aleck Dimicrat

Caucusing on the Apportionment in Philadelphia

Philadelphia Republicans met to consider city legislative apportionment. They adopt the published plan with wards Twenty second and Twenty third combined for three members, Twenty fifth and Thirty first combined for three, and Nineteenth made a two member peremic district. Democrats also caucused and form three sub committees to study population and representative apportionment for Philadelphia.

Harrisburg Philadelphia Apee Cancun

Delaney Supplies Expenditure Resolution Defeated

Special dispatch reports that the House refused to concur in a Senate resolution to allow John C. Delaney to spend 5500 on supplies without a contract through June 1. Debate included claims the money funded overdue needs and a public scandal. The vote defeated the resolution, with investigation plans for Delaney and testimony scheduled next week.

Tae Tiwes Stannisnor House Senate John C. Delaney Hassan Stenger Spensler Perry Emery Delaney Thte ‘Times and Press Henderson Carlisle Cochran

Vive-Cent Railway and other measures pass Senate

The Senate passes George Handy Smiths bill increasing railways capital stock to 1 009 000 and approves selling the Marietta hatchery by the State Fishery Commission. A livery stable protection bill is rejected. Booth traffic near a camp meeting is restricted. House debates memorials for a deceased member. Hines and Landis bills advance. A joint noon session hears Washingtons Farewell Address with Lt Governor presiding.

Senate Tom Tims Harrisnoune George Handy Smith Gordon State Fishery Commission Marietta Lantz Grady Philadelphia Board of Trade Law Association Jake Niles Eckels Chadwick Delaware Buttermore Fayette Crawford Philadelphia Hoyt House Vearson Washington Black

Convicts Strike At State Prison Ends After Ringleader’s Telegram

Paddy Wynn, the strike’s proclaimed leader, sent word of a possible pardon from Ulster county to stop the revolt. Without him the four hundred inmates returned to their store-work, while Hoong Doyle Ryan and Smith face punishment. Officials caution the episode will hinder prison discipline and note long-term financial swings affecting state gains and losses.

Ernc Sono Paddy Wynn Hoong Doyle Ryan Smith

Carver Beats Bogardus by One Bird in Louisville Contest

In Louisville on February 22 the Carver Bogardus pigeon match was held at the Jockey Club grounds before 700 to 800 spectators. Bets averaged 100 on Bogardus and 60 on Carver, with later parity. The 100 bird event ended with Carver 83 to Bogardus 82 after a two hour forty minute run. Carver’s stakes and gate money exceed 1500 dollars and no protests were raised.

Carver Bogardus Louisville Jockey Club

Lieutenant Governor Locked Up in St. Louis

Special Dispatch to Tie Traves reports G. N. Dale who calls himself Lieutenant Governor of Vermont appeared in a St. Louis police court after a disturbance at De Bar's Opera House during The Black Flag. A revolver was found on his person and the charge of carrying concealed weapons was set. Bail was set at two hundred dollars for a continuance.

Traves St. Louis G. N. Dale Vermont

Bills Acted On in Committee in Harrisburg

The appropriation committee of the House rejected seven bills including a $270,000 debt repayment for State Normal Schools and a $10,000 fisheries appropriation under the State Board of Agriculture. The House committee on fishtars local will report favorably a bill requiring dentists to register in the Prothonotary's office to curb bogus diploma imposition.

Harrisburg House State Board of Agriculture House Committee On Fishtars Prothonotary Bogus Iploma

Montgomery County Historical Society Holds Centennial Planning Session

Norristown February 22 The second annual meeting of the Historical Society of Montgomery County was held at the Court House at 2 o'clock with Colonel Theodore W Bean in the chair. A joint committee reported plans to form a countywide programme for a proper celebration of the county's centennial on September 10 1884.

Montgomery Historical Society Times Norrristown Historical Society of Montgomery County Court House Theodore W. Bean

Opposition to the Insanity Bill Faces Hearing

Special Dispatch from Hakkispura reports that on February 22 a joint committee heard strong opposition to Governor Hoyt's insanity bill. Key critics included Philip C. Garrett and Dr. Jones of Kirkbride's, Dr. Curwen of Warren Hospital, Francis Wells of the Evening Bulletin, Dr. Scattergood and Dr. Hall of Frankford Asylum, and Dr. Diller Luther of the State Board of Charities.

Hakkispura Hoyt Philip C. Garrett Jones Kirkbride’s Curwen Warren Hospital Francis Wells Evening Bulletin Scattergood Hall Frankford Asylum Diller Luther State Board of Charities

Investigation into Dixmont Insane Asylum Management

Pittsburg February 22 The state legislature committee investigating Dixmont Insane Asylum arrived and will begin witness examinations tomorrow. The probe follows charges by Dr Levin of Erie Pa a former patient alleging cruel treatment and criticized management.

Levin PittsBurg Dixmont Insane Asylum Erie

Fate of the tariff bill in House and Senate progress

Washington reports the House non-concurred in the Senate tariff bill after a three hour session while the Senate passed it. Congressional divisions persist among regions with New England backing the bill and Western lumber and other interests wary. Republican caucuses urge a conference committee to reconcile schedules, with discussions of rule changes and delays to keep the tariff issue alive for the next campaign. Pennsylvania and Ohio lawmakers warn against hasty passage and favor a revised schedule from the commission.

Senate Washington Congress House New England Dawes Weat Ohio Iron Men South Pennsylvania Ohio Kelley Mr. Kasson Mr. Kelley Dunnell Committee On Rules Keystone State Commission Gilderoy

Gorringe resigns amid clash with Secretary Chandler

Reports quote Commander Gorringe admitting resignation from the U S Navy after a dispute with Secretary Chandler. He denounces the secretary’s actions as insulting and says he will publish correspondence once free from official restraint. He denies English capital ties and asserts his move serves the navy’s interests.

Gorringe United States Navy Chandler Philadelphia Reading Yard New York City Buffalo and West Shore Washington Department

Naval Bill Battle Over Monitors and Puritan Loss

The Senate moved to the naval appropriation bill after discarding the Utah measure. Debates centered on repairing old ships, with a fight over funding for the Puritan monitor. McPherson pressed to exclude the Puritan and cut machinery funding, but his amendment failed. The chamber favored completing the old ironclads to clear the slate for a newer navy.

The Times Washington Senate Utah Rollins Frye Secretary of the Navy Naval Committee Robeson McPherson House John Roach Hale Bayard Plumb

House Debates Indian and Land Policy Hours

Special dispatch from Washington notes the House spent most of the day on Indian and land matters and the rest on the sundry civil bill. The Indian appropriation bill passed with 5 362 655 dollars, 13 600 less than the Senate but 155 700 more than the House’s original. Repeal of pre emption laws and changes to homestead rules were key, including entry in person for timber culture and scrutiny of relinquishments for speculation. Consular and diplomatic bill passed with 38 500 more than the House allowed. Minor sparring between Blackburn and Dunn marked the day’s routine work.

Washington House Senate Committee On Public Lands Committee On Appropriations General Land Office Blackburn Dunn Arkansas

Frelinghuysen Hosts Notable Lent Reception at Home

Washington February 22 Secretary and Mrs Frelinghuysen held a large lent reception at their residence with Mrs Frelinghuysen and two daughters assisting. Attendees included President Arthur, Secretary Chandler, and ministers from Chillan Brazil Austria and Japan plus numerous lawmakers and military officers.

Frelinghuysen Tik Tisces Washington Miss Frelinghuysen Lucy Frelinghuysen Arthur McElroy Chandler Chillan McPherson Walker Belmont Humphrey Robinson Moore Harris Foster Osborn Francis Walker Bridgeland McClellan Wickham Hoffman Almy Story

The Briggs Murder in Shickshinny

Williamsport reports that John Briggs was killed by a drunken mob after a quarrel involving miner McDaniels. A drug store escape led to the killing as the crowd pursued him thinking he stepped in to fight McDaniels. Eight men are jailed awaiting trial.

Times Williamsport John Briggs Shickshinny McDaniels Briggs

Richmond Murder Suspect Nabbed After Flight

George Bolling, wanted for the murder of Richard Walker superintendent of the Richmond Chemical Works, was arrested in New Kent county by Officer Colgin and brought to Richmond. He denied the act at first but was identified by identifying marks and will face examination tomorrow. He admits Walker discharged him but offers no clear reason for fleeing.

Richmond George Bolling Richard Walker Richmond Chemical Works New Kent County Colgin Walker

Belligerent Yale Freshmen Clash With Sophomores

Yale freshmen armed with canes clashed with sophomores as they passed a double line in the campus procession. Authorities described the uproar as ungentlemanly and the confrontation ended when a faculty member appeared, ending the contest.

New Haven Yale Porter

Ocean Steamship Arrivals from Various Ports

Ocean steamship arrivals listed for New York and Liverpool routes. Vessels include City of Paris, Donau, City of Alexandria, Nederland, Bohemia, Nessmore, Cyn thia, Stella, and others arriving from Liverpool Bremen Vera Cruz Antwerp Hamburg Boston Baltimore New York Ha v a n a Newport Glasgow Amsterdam Hull Otranto with multiple origin ports.

New York England Paris Liverpool Donau Bremen City of Alexandria Vera Cruz Nederland Antwerp Bohemia Hamburg Palestine Boston Nessmore Baltimore Havana Newport Glasgow Cynthia Amsterdam Stella Hull Otranto

Suit to annul Perth Miss Chaffey marriage to bogus lord Cantyre

In Montreal a Superior Court suit seeks to annul the marriage of Miss Chaffey of Perth to Henry Allan the so called Lord Cantyre. The minister and licenser who conducted the ceremony are named defendants. Chaffey an heiress worth about 1 000 000 married without her guardian's consent. The case arouses wide interest.

Montreal Miss Chaffey Perth Henry Allan Cantyre Anne Imell Chaffey Anchor Agepr

Deaths in St Paul and England Prompt Mourning Echoes

State Senator James McLaughlin died in St Paul Minnesota yesterday morning of pneumonia. Lord Eqertee of Tatton died in England yesterday. His son serves as a member of Parliament for Cheshire. Mother Baptista Superior of the Catholic Orphan Asylum for Boys in Brooklyn died early this morning. She helped introduce the Sisters of St Joseph to the Diocese of Brooklyn and led the male orphan asylum since its founding.

James McLaughlin St. Paul Minn Lord Eqertee Tatton England Cheshire Mother Baptista Catholic Orphan Asylum For Brooklyn Europe Sisters of St. Joseph

A Philadelphian's Phenomenal Run of Luck at New York Faro

A Philadelphia fare dealer known as Dink Davis cashed in a massive run at New York’s faro banks. He reportedly won about 60,000 dollars, starting with roughly 1,900 and turning it into a large stake through a betting system on case cards. He sent 5,000 to his father and planted 25,000 in government bonds while continuing to gamble with the remaining 30,000. The tale sparked wide talk among politicians and Town men at the Americas Club, with mixed views on his method and his chances to last. Davis’s win is described as the greatest fare bank beating in a decade, and observers warn luck may not endure.

Americas Club Dink ' Davis New York Faro Bank Davis Lovell Barclay Street Iis Philadelphia Sansom Street Turf Exchange Dink Sonny

James Boys Game Ends in Shooting by 12 Year Old

A Jersey City youth twelve year old Little Dick Miller bought revolvers with stolen money and shot his playmate Joseph Eckhoff in the calf while acting as Jesse James. Miller was arrested on charges of carrying concealed weapons and discharging a pistol in the street.

Jersey City Tar Times New York Dick Miller Jesse James Joseph Eckhoff Eckhoff James Boys Miller Frank Ford Richard

Senatorial Ballots in Detroit Joint Convention

Six senatorial ballots were cast in the Detroit joint convention this afternoon. O. M. Barnes, Fu sionists’ new candidate, ranged from 44 to 46 votes, Palmer 24 to 27, Willits 12 to 16, Ferry 26 to 29, and Er on last ballot fell to 25. Burrows’ name has been withdrawn. remaining votes were scattered.

Detroit O. M. Barnes Palmer Willits Ferry Burrows

Widow Struck Down by Her Lover in BurraLa

George Bork a plasterer asked widow Mrs Finster for a nights lodging at BurraLa. When refused he struck her on the head with a hammer fracturing her skull. She will probably die. Bork escaped.

BurraLa George Bork

Ferry Policy Outlined by Prime Minister in Chamber

In Paris on February 22, Prime Minister Ferry laid out the ministry’s program to the Chamber, calling for applying the 1644 law to strip princes of military posts, pursuing reforms in the magistracy, and introducing bills on habitual criminals and the military. He promised a peaceful foreign policy with strength to defend France, and announced a budget for 1881 to fund public works and Tunis occupation costs. A motion to adjourn the debate failed, with discussion set for Saturday.

Pann Chamber of Deputies Ferry M. Ferry Tunis France Europe Jolibois Bonapartist M. Prax-Paris Barocet-Andrieux

Slade Backer Proposes Heavy Stakes Fight With Sullivan

Henry J. Rice, Slade’s business manager, writes from Baltimore offering to deposit 2 500 for a 5 000 a side prize fight with Sullivan to be held within six months and at a mutually agreed venue, despite Sullivan’s demand for a quicker bout and talks of 10 000 to 20 000 stakes.

Mace Fox Slade New York Sullivan Jersey

Marble and sandstone-cutters meet over wages and strikes

At Memorial Hall last evening William Boyle presided over a well attended gathering of city marble and sandstone cutters. Speakers explained southern city workers in a union league earn 5.50 per day for nine hours while uptown shops pay 2.50 for ten hours with no union. The union urged uptown workers to join and demand equal pay and offered league support if strikes occur.

Memorial Hall Ninth Street Girard Avenue William Boyle Market Street

Freight Discrimination Bill Faces Senate Judiciary Fight

John Scott senior solicitor for the Pennsylvania Railroad will oppose Pattison administration bill restricting railroads from discriminating in freight rates before the Senate general judiciary committee. Ex Judge Black may back Gordon bill. committee and Chairman J Davies oppose strongly.

Traths Harrinsburg John Scott Pennsylvania Railroad Senate General Judiciary Committee Pattison Gordon Black Gowen J. Davies

Two Actresses Report Trunk Robbery At Haverly's Theatre

Mary and Lizzie Harrison, sisters who star in Siberia, found their trunks broken open and robbed of jewelry and dresses on returning to their boarding house at 59 Fayette street last night after the play. They accused Minnie Wilson, another actress who had departed for New York yesterday afternoon, of the theft.

Mary and Lizzie Harrison Siberia Haverly’s Fayette Street Minnie Wilson New York

Holiday Meet at West Chester Fox Hunt Ends With Dinner

The West Chester Fox-hunting Club held its holiday meet with about twenty hunters and thirty-five hounds in the field from 10 AM until late afternoon. The large gray fox Old Tron sides, long a puzzle to the pack, was chased for two miles before being captured and released. The day concluded with a dinner in West Chester.

West Chester

Philadelphia Gun Club Prize At Four Regular Meetings

The Philadelphia Gun Club offers a prize to the member with the highest score across four meetings at Andalusia on January 1 February 22 July 4 and Christmas Day. Mr. Rogers of Wilmington Del won with nine of ten birds, Mr. Clarence Lewis had eight. Several sweeps were shot after luncheon. The party returned on the 5 o'clock train.

Philadelphia

Farmer Assault Leads to Court Action in Connellsville

Special Dispatch reports Lawson Mc Daniel filed felonious assault and battery charges against Thomas Cunningham before Magistrate Page in Connellsville. Cunningham was arrested and bound over for court after an early morning confrontation at the complainant's farm about a mile from town.

Tax Times Connellsville

Italians Sentenced to Jail in Hatchet Murder Case

Six Italian laborers working on a railroad were sent to jail in default of $500 bail to prevent their absconding. They acted as witnesses for the Commonwealth in the murder case against Sabato Alexander who killed his brother in law with a hatchet.

Tue Totes Eoston Commonwealth Sabato Alexander

New Trial Granted in Malloy Libel Suit

In New York on February 22 Judge Wallace in the United States Court granted a motion for a new trial in the libel case brought by James Francis Malloy of Edgefield D C against James Gordon Bennett. Malloy had previously won a $20,000 verdict against Bennett.

New York James Francis Malloy Edgefield D. C James Gordon Bennett Wallace United States

Ear in Sling After Street Fight

John Dobbs aged forty three of 403 Callowhill street fought a stranger at Newmarket and Callowhill yesterday afternoon. His right ear was partially bitten by the assailant. He was taken to Pennsylvania Hospital for treatment.

Dobbs John Dobbs Callowhill Street Newmarket Callowhill Streets Pennsylvania Hospital

Street Cleaners End Strike Restores Old Pay Terms

New York February 22 The street cleaners strike ended today and the workers returned to duty at about the old rate of $1.50 per day. They failed to secure the contractor's promised 50 cent daily raise.

New York

Ross Again Defeats Bauer in World Wrestling Match

JACKSONVILLE February 22. Duncan C. Ross defeated Thieband Bauer at the Rink Theatre in the second Graeco Roman world championship match. Ross also won the first match here last Saturday.

Jacksonville Duncan C. Ross Thieband Bauer Rink Theatre Ross

Attacks Upon Parnell in Irish Debates Stir Dublin Controversy

The Dublin murder contoversy dominated a House debate as Mr Parnell faced charges of connivance in the Phoenix Park outrages. Mr Forster urged harsh policy toward Ireland, while suspensions and parliamentary maneuvering highlighted deep division. The session included calls for a Channel tunnel inquiry and revelations about witnesses at Dublin Castle. The entry ends with a Parnell silence noted and a formal denial from General McAdams via Coudert Bros.

Lowpox Gorst James Lowther Ireland William Forster Phanix Park Parnell The Land League O'Kelly Forster Mr. Parnell Phoenix Park Trevelyan William O’brien Mallow Dublin Castle Richard Assheton Cross Edmund Fitzmaurice Spain Gibraltar Parnells Marquis of Hartington House Stafford Northcote Coudert Bros Paris McAdams

Land League funds clues and Phoenix Park murder notes

February report states government holds documents linking Land League funds. Surge of donations planned for defense of Phoenix Park murder prisoners. Thomas Fitzpatrick released after arrest for related killings. Authorities gain leads on Number One. Mrs. Carey faces boycotts after becoming informer. Cork reports arrests of John O'Brien and ex suspects Hodnett and Gilhooly for intimidation sentences.

Dus Land League League Phoenix Park Thomas Fitzpatrick Poplar Frederick Cavendish Burke

Superintendent Parrish’s Farewell Dinner in Wilkesbarre

George H. Parrish, longtime superintendent of the Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company, recently retired, hosts a farewell supper attended by notable citizens including Ex-Attorney General Palmer, Mayor Brodrick, Mine Inspector Williams and other local figures in Wilkesbarre on February 22.

Tax Times Wilkesbarre George H. Parrish Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company Maddy Palmer Brodrick Williams

Murder and Lynching Rumor Near Lumber Camp

A rumor from East Tawas Michigan reports trouble at a lumber camp twenty five miles away. It claims a man chopped another's head off and the murderer was lynched. The body is guarded by sixty men and a riot is said to be threatened.

Cnicasco East Tawas Mich

Change of Ministry in Australia Defeat of Premier

Melbourne February 22. At today’s general election Sir Bryan O Loghlin Premier and Mr O Shanassey were defeated. Final results not yet received but ministry defeat is certain.

Melbourne Bryan O'Loghlin O’shanassey

Weather Outlook for Middle Atlantic States Intensifies

Indications for To Day show increasing cloudiness with rain or snow across the Middle Atlantic States. Winds shift to the north and east, barometer rises slightly, and temperatures are expected to fall a little.

Middle Atlantic States

Charity Society Meeting and Local Civic Events

A society meeting was held last evening at Chestnut Street rooms. Veterans of the Twelfth Regiment of New Jersey paraded and visited Woodbury for their annual gathering. Camden Democrats held primaries for mayor and city offices. results due Monday. Silk Culture Association awarded 500 dollars in prizes from Strawbridge & Clottier. Michael Comber identified as the man who assaulted and robbed a mail agent. held for trial in U S Court. Ohio river relief received eight dollars and seventy five cents from Hilltown Lutheran congregation. total to date sixty three dollars and twenty five cents. James Telford, injured by a freight accident, died at St Mary’s Hospital. Textile Manufacturers Association meets and votes to oppose tariff bill unless amended. Delta Tau Delta banquet at Hotel Lafayette with attendees from Columbia College, Lehigh University, Franklin and Marshall, Stevens Institute.

Camden Democrats Silk Culture Association Strawbridge & Clottier Michael Comber David H.grove United States Ohio River Hilltown St. Mary's Hospital Philadelphia Association of Textile Fabric Manufacturers Washington Delta Tau Delta Hotel Lafayette Columbia College Lehigh University Franklin and Marshall Stevens Institute of Poccieny Bekistes Santa A Hes

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