Bitter battle over select council bribery charges and loyalties
In a bitter war for control of the select council, Miles and Clay clash with the Combine. Bribery accusations surface as Ballinger Briggs By ram Dougherty Stackhouse sign both petitions while Lamond and Patton are claimed by both sides. Mayors Warwick and Stuart influence signatures as tensions mount and prospects for investigation fade.
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Miles
Clay
Ballinger
Byram
Briggs
Stackhouse
Dougherty
Patton
Liamond
Combine
Lamond
Twenty-ninth Ward
Yesteray
Sas
Nava rino stopped by Spanish gunboat in Cuban waters
The schooner Nava rino from Manzanilla Cuba, carrying sugar, arrived in Boston and its crew reported being halted and searched by a Spanish gunboat off Cuba. Officers protested the incident as an insult to the American flag while the ship’s crew said Spanish marines and a lieutenant boarded and searched the vessel for deserters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Warner
Manzanilla
Cuba
Cuban
J. H. Pritchard
Navarino
Manganilla
Cape Cruz
Remaeen
Watts Named Consul to Horgen Switzerland
Ethelbert Watts of this city was named by President Cleveland for the Consul post at Horgen Switzerland and received a notification to report for examination. He is the son of the late Henry M. Watts, former Minister to Austria, born here fifty years ago, with schooling in Paris and Germany, and a Pennsylvanian iron and finance background. He served in the Thirty-second Pennsylvania Volunteers during the Civil War and later engaged in business in Marietta and Philadelphia. Watts has been twice married and is known as a Philadelphia Club member and sportsman with broad local connections.
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Ethelbert Watts
Cleveland
Horgen
Switzerland
Rockhill
Office
The
Foreign Service
Watts
Henry M. Watts
Austria
Paris
United States
University of Pennsylvania
Germany
Mr. Watts
Thirty-second Pennsylvania Volunteers
Marietta
Lancaster County
Investment Company of
Philadelphia
Walnut Street
William Pepper
William H. Gregg
Philadelphia Club
Railway Men Strike Over Colored Motormen On Philadelphia Line
Electric railway workers stopped service for about two hours as two colored motormen were employed. The strike spread to dummy car operators in sympathy, halting travel from Newtown Square to West Chester. After President Shimer removed the colored motormen, conductors and motormen returned to work and the line resumed normal operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia and
West Chester
Newtown Square
Shimer
RIDDLED WITH BULLETS IN JEALOUSY KILLING
Thomas Cooley shot and mortally wounded Kate Flynn at Second Avenue and Seventy Ninth Street in New York. Flynn, 27, was taken to Flower Hospital in a dying condition after being riddled with bullets including three in the back and two in the head. a sixth shot struck a saloon door casing. Cooley, 28, was arrested.
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New York
Thomas Cooley
Kate Flynn
Second Avenue
Seventy-ninth Street
Flower Hospital
Flinn Attacks Lyon Prompts Bitter Political Debate
Telegram from Pittsburg reports Chairman Flinn’s sharp assault on Walter Lyon provoking a heated party rift. The clash hints at pressure on Quay and signals a fracturing line within the party as editors discuss the fallout and future strategy.
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Times
Pittssura
Flinn
Walter Lyon
Quay
Pitsburg
Yenid
Death by own action Ends in Infernal Lodger Plan
Henry Lawrence, a 55 year old English born cabinet maker and lodger at 240 South Sixth Street, rigged a gallows on closet doors with powder and matches on sand paper to trigger an explosion when the door opened. An explosion killed Lawrence and lightly burned proprietor R. 8. Green who discovered the room as police investigated a possible murder and attempted murder plot.
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Henry Lawrence
South Sixth Street
Green
R. 8. Green
Lawrence
Michael Rush
Nineteenth
Highth
Locust Streets
Chobert
Ampin
Suicide Plot Recounted in Obscure Fire Scheme
In a chilling account a man rigged a door with gunpowder and parlor matches to ignite a fatal blast when opened. He reportedly stepped onto a stool, fastened a noose, and hanged himself. Green described helping the man by paying a weekly sum for over two years, while Lawrence assisted with tools.
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Green
Lawrence
Cuban Victory Reported From Cuba Dispatch to Senator Morgan
Tampa reports three letters from Cuba detailing insurrection outrages near IneQuatao and a major Cuban victory at Palo Prieto led by Seafin Sanchez. Spanish losses are stated as seven hundred with General Palanco wounded, and a machete charge by Cuban forces described amid frantic Spanish retreat and river crossings.
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Tampa
Fla
Cuba
Morgan
Washington
Rafael Portundo
IneQuatao
Havana
Marlanda
Palo Prieto
Santa Clara
Placeta
Peralejo Coliso
Las Cacas
Seafin Sanchez
General Palanco
Meie
Palanco
O Quintin Bandera
Lawyer Isaac Gearhart's Death Casts Doubt on Suicide
Lawyer Isaac Gearhart, born 1833 in Lancaster County, disappeared after a day of illness and nervousness. His body was found in the Schuylkill near Girard Avenue with head wound and possible rope mark, prompting speculation about suicide versus foul play. Gearhart studied law with Henry M. Phillips, practiced in Philadelphia, ran for Judge in 1886, and left a wife but no children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Gearhart
Wallace Street
South Sixth Street
Fairmount Park
J. F. Newlin
Spring Garden
Lancaster County
Henry M. Phillips
Court of Common Pleas
Brutal double murder shocks East Tennessee
In Hancock County near Cool Branch a 22 year old man Hiram Price allegedly beat his wife and her mother to death with an axe after she refused to return home. A posse pursues Price with threats of lynching as authorities search mountains for him.
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the Times
Knoxville
Tenn
East Tennessee
Hancock
Hiram Price
The First Thunder Storm Baffles Weather Report
The weather department cites 21 inches of rain from the first storm of the year yesterday afternoon. Thousands soaked on their way home, streetcars crowded as walkers rode transit. The day was warm, 60 degrees at 3 PM, with cooler weather and possible rain predicted for today.
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Tod
No Fear of Strike Among Union Traction Conductors
Reports indicate no imminent outbreak among Union Traction Company conductors and motormen. The agitation is limited to a few employees with known grievances, while President Kon was away on boarding duty, leaving the company to monitor tensions.
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Union Traction Company
Emloyes
Kon
The Flag of Free Cuba
A brief description explains a Cuban flag concept with three red and two white bars, a blue triangle, and a white star, resulting in red white and blue colors resembling the United States.
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Free Cuba
United States
Senate Resolution Declares Public War Condition in Cuba Crisis
The Senate and House concur that Congress views a state of public war exists between Spain and Cuba allied forces. The United States should uphold strict neutrality in ports and territories. The President should offer friendly offices to Spain for recognizing Cuba’s independence.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
Spain
Cuba
United States of America
United States
Washington
Committee On Foreign Relations
Morgan
Alabama
Cameron
Pennsylvania
A GrEAM of Hope for the Cubans
By an overwhelming 64 to 6 Senate approves a concurrent resolution in favor of Cuban belligerency and independence. The day features fervent speeches as spectators cheer. Sherman denounces Weyler’s barbarities and advocates annexation to Mexico. Renatquhpandeny Frye and others plead for Cuban patriots. diplomatic gallery overflows. Cleveland may act. war talk surfaces.
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Senate
Sherman
General Weyler
Cuba
Mexico
Renatquhpandeny
Frye
Cleveland
Spain
Senate Votes 64 to 6 Recognizing Cuban Independence
The Senate adopted resolutions recognizing Cuba’s independence by a 64 to 6 vote. The measure, combining Senator Morgan’s and Senator Cameron’s resolutions, calls for U.S. neutrality and offers friendly mediation to Spain for recognizing Cuba’s independence. Large crowds filled the galleries while thousands were barred, and many tickets proved useless as voting concluded around 4.30 pm.
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Senate
Capitol
Lena
Moccenine
Hearing Planned for Reed Successor in Harrisburg
Governor Hastings will hear a delegation led by Thomas Hart Jr on behalf of an applicant for the late Judge Henry Reed's successor. Nineteen applicants are on file, including William W Porter Ellis Ames Ballard Robert Alexander Edward A Anderson and others. The governor has not indicated a preferred pick and aims to hear all aspirants through their supporters before deciding. Ex Mayor Stuart returned to Philadelphia after visiting Harrisburg while supporting Edward A Anderson who faces slim chances for appointment.
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THE
Times
Harrisburg
Hastings
Thomas Hart, Jr
Henry Reed
Hart
William W. Porter
Ellis Ames Ballard
Robert Alexander
Edward A. Anderson
E. Hunn
Samuel L. Gavin
She. Alexander
Robert H.inckley
Stuart
Executive Mansion
Mr. Anderson
Clara Barton Granted Travel for Relief Mission to Anatolia
An imperial trade has been issued permitting Miss Clara Barton, president of the American Red Cross Society, and her representatives, to travel in Anatolia and distribute relief to sufferers there. United States Minister Terrell accompanies Miss Barton and her party to Sela.
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Constantinople
Clara Barton
American Red Cross Society
Anatolia
United States
Terrell Accom
Miss Barton
Sela
Smallpox in Zeitoun Reported Amid Travel Hardships
Washington reports from Constantinople that Zeitoun and nearby residents suffer smallpox and other diseases and face food shortages. Relief efforts are being organized but hindered by muddy valleys, snowbound mountains, and unusually cold weather slowing progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Terrell
Constantinople
Olney
Zeitoun
Camden Public Building Bill Raised to 125000
Washington February 28 Senate committee on public buildings and grounds authorized Senator Quay to report favorably a bill to raise the Camden New Jersey public building project cost limit to 125000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Quay
Washington
Senate Committee On Public Buildings and Grounds
Camden
N. J
Dunraven Honored as Lord Lieutenant of Limerick
London February 28 news notes the Irish Earl Dunraven appointed Lord Lieutenant of County Limerick. The Gazette announced the appointment, highlighting his honor and region.
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County Limerick
London
Lord Dunraven
Gee
A Poser for Chamberlain
In London February 28 the British government indicated willingness to reopen the Indian mints if it fit a satisfactory currency reform plan. France and Brazil agreed to submit their boundary dispute to arbitration. The House discussed Australian loyalty resolutions and Canadian status as debates continued.
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Balfour
France
Brazil
Mr. MacNeill
Mr. Chamberlain
Foreign Office
George N. Curzon
W. Coddington
Blackburn
Reichstag
Baron Marschall von Bieberstein
Baron von Bieberstein
London
Count von Hatzfeldt
Great Britain
Curzon
Marquis of Salisbury
Treasury
A. J. Balfour
House of Commons
Germany
Weekend Weather Outlook for Eastern PA and New Jersey
Forecast shows rain and colder conditions for Saturday in Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. East to northeast winds develop as temperatures fall from yesterday.
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Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Lenten Services and Club Dinner Amid Burial Notices
Today features Lenten services at St Pauls Church at 12 30 PM an annual dinner of the Five O Clock Club at Hotel Bellevue in the evening and the burial of Rev Abram Birch from Summierfield M EB Church at 1 80 PM Activities also include the opening of a design exhibit for Pace Misson St Sauveur at Twenty second Street and De Lancey Place running from 10 AM to 10 PM.
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St. Paul's Church
Five O'Clock Club
Hotel Bellevue
Abram. Birch
Summierfield M
Pease Pianos Prices and Payment Options Noted
An unclear ad fragment from C. J. Heppe & Son Pianos discusses pricing for Speore ne to pee durability, with selling at 200 dollars and monthly payments offered. Mentions cheaper options by about 80 dollars, and references various piano models and grades, including Walnut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PEASE
Vance
Meade
Sima
Brazil Seeks Loan as Frontier Dispute Proceeds
Paris reports Brazil asked to float a loan in France but was refused until frontier dispute with Brazil is settled. Foreign Affairs Minister Berthelot said a joint committee of French and Brazilian officials will administer the contested region pending arbiter decision. Both nations accept an arbiter named by Spain, Switzerland, or Sweden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Brazil
France
M. Berthelot
Spain
Switzerland
Sweden
Emperor William Receives U S Military Attache in Berlin
Berlin February 28. Emperor William today received in audience United States Military Attache in London Lieutenant Colonel W Ludlow. The meeting underscores cordial military ties between Germany and the United States as tensions with Britain continue.
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Berlin
William
United States
London
W. Ludlow
Ready-to-wear suits and coats at late-season prices
A clothing store advertises genuine undressed worsted double-breasted sack suits from 30 to 50 dollars, ready-made or made to measure. Pickings include trousers from 4 dollars and overcoats from 7.50, with Mackintosh coats at 5 dollars. The shop promises stylish value and references John Wanamaker & Co. at 818-820 Chestnut St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mackintosh
Clothing Company
Chestnut St
John Wanamaker & Co
Great reduction sale on hats and suits
Last shipment just in from manufacturers who had to let them go at a big loss. Hats formerly 1.60 to 1.90 at Be Likewise 814 Vine St. Elegant suits and overcoats offered three to high dollars below regular prices. Customer benefit from this opportunity at C. D. Ferry & Co., Chestnut Street.
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Vine ST
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Selectmen
Select Council
Adams
Quay Forces
Mr. Martin
Porter
Chuck
Warwick
Black
Joseph H. Adams
Consul
Lyon
Schuylkill
United States Senate
Hitt
Ilinois
House Committee On’ Foreign Affairs
Camden’s Public Building
Dunraven
Indian Mints
C. J. Heppe & Son
Kaiser
Colonel Ludlow
Ferry & Coo
Chestnut Streee
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