Morristown Hangs Black Man for Wife Murder in 1896
David Wilson, a black resident, was hanged in Morristown New Jersey after confessing to killing his wife with an axe in their Folly tenement on June 6, 1896. The execution followed hymns and a brief prayer service with clergy and guards.
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David Wilson
Wilson
Sheriff Darling
Hanghan van Hise
van Hise
Norfolk
Sayre
Antonio le Blanc
Sudden Death of NY Stock Exchange Broker Samuel L. Post Jr
Samuel L. Post Jr a NY Stock Exchange member collapsed on the floor soon after 11 this morning and died within minutes. physicians doubted whether apoplexy or heart disease caused the fatal attack. Exchange closed briefly after the death, and his son William B. Post was on the floor when it occurred. Post born in New York about 65 years ago.
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New York
Samuel Ll. Post, Jr
The
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Mr. Post
Wiliam B. Post
Knickerbocker
Post
Racquet
Manhattan
New York Athletic
Down Town
St. Nicholas Society
Supreme Court affirms murder conviction and tax rulings
The New Jersey Supreme Court upholds Clifford's first degree murder conviction, ruling no errors in the judge's charge. It also voids a Monmouth Park Association tax assessment, finding the track not a taxable railroad under state law. Additionally, Newark coal yard property of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad remains taxable by local authorities.
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Trenton
Supreme Court
Clifford
Hudson County
Pensylvania
Monmouth Park Association
State Board of Assessors
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
Newark
Summer Tours by the B and C A Beautiful Illustrated Guide
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company offers a new summer tours guide book covering routes and rates through September 30. It lists alphabetically arranged points of interest with history, population, accommodations, sights, and travel costs. Maps and 236 pages detail transportation and how to reach each destination.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Man Killed Crossing Electric Rail Line in Blissville
Herman Seiffers 30 of 239 Lee Avenue Brooklyn was killed when his wagon collided with a speeding trolley at Pearsal Street and Bradley Avenue Blissville. The trolley did not stop for 150 feet after impact. motorman and conductor were arrested.
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Herman Seiffers
Lee Avenue
Brooklyn
New York and Queens County Electric Railroad
Pearsal Street
Bradley Avenue
Blissville
Seiffers
Meixell's Wrongdoings and Ship Collision Dispute
Absconder J B Meixell faced an attachment for 7700 issued under fraudulent debtor law by Lehigh Valley Cold Storage of South Bethlehem. Judge Dallas affirmed lower court damages in the Alice B Phillips and Sirius collision suit with Sirius injury listed at 20000 and cargo damage at Rae, while Phillips incurred 8000.
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South Bethlehem
Easton
J. B. Meixell
Fenicle
Meixell
Dallas
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Alice B. Phillips
Sirius
Delaware
Rae
Phillips
Weather Sketch for PhiCa DeL Puia June 4 1897
Friday forecast notes likely showers with unsettled conditions. The brief weather note alerts readers to possible rain and cooler air throughout the day.
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Phica del
Women's Tailored Suits at Half Price in Chestnut Street Sale
Three hundred fifty new suits arrive at bargain prices from a famed tailor. Silk lined full suits $9.75, plain coats and skirts offered as part of a half price sale. Fabrics include serges, broadcloths, and cheviots with navy, black, green, or helm tones. Selling begins today in the white and gold room on the second floor.
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Chestnut Street
Market Street
Great Underwear Sale and Kitchen Ranges Advertised
The notice markets muslin and cambric garments with cheap gowns chemises and corset covers in abundant supply though some sizes are missing. It also promotes Serge suits and gas ranges offering bargains to balance cooler weather with hot summer demand.
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Felecie
The Standard American Encyclopedia Club Offer
The eight volume encyclopedia cost 240000 to prepare and 48 dollars list price. Advertisements aided by the outlet were arranged without aiming for immediate returns. Future profits are expected as the work gains buyers at full price, inviting ongoing club participation today and tomorrow.
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