Swill Mr Fuller Accept Chief Justice Post
Washington rumors suggest Melville W Fuller may decline the Chief Justice nomination. Critics note his seven daughters and Chicago family income as factors. a $10,600 salary would require his practice earnings. Some say Fuller will accept with sacrifices if the commission is promised.
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White House
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Local robbery attempt thwarted on Baltimore and Ohio train
At Mansfield Ohio a bold but bungling thief boarded the Limited Express No 6 at about 1 am and tried to snatch watches from three passengers. Conductor Corwin struck the thief with a lantern, a corporal of the Fifth Infantry handcuffed him, and the crowd beat him before he was released. The stolen watch was returned.
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Ile
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Fort Keough
Mont
National Asylum
Two loaders Collide in Atlantic Collision
The British steamer Benizon, captained by Aikenhead from Matarizas to Philadelphia, towed into Norroy in distress after a collision with the Eureka, commanded by Captain Quick from New York to New Orleans. The Eureka vanished after fog lifted, feared sunk. Benizon damaged but kept afloat by water light compartments. The crash occurred 168 miles southeast of Cape Henlopen. Eureka carried no passengers and had a crew of 38.
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Matarizas
Philadelphia
Eureka
Quick
New York
New Orleans
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Blood Balm Balmic Cure All Tonic Claims
An advertisement for Botanic Blood Balm promotes B. B. B. as a universal purifier and tonic. It asserts cures for serofula kidney troubles catarrh skin humors rheumatism eruptions boils and related conditions through its healing properties. The copy overstates benefits and brands the product as astonishing.
Fauper Dies with Gold in Her Pockets at Poor House
Eliza Maxwell an elderly sheltered pauper at the county poor house died recently. An attendant found her dress heavy and a pocket book with $40 in gold was recovered. Superintendent Alexander turned the money to the county treasurer for the general fund.
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Eliza Maxwell
Alexander
Charlotte Chronicle
Many Americas News Notes Go Across the Wire
A chaotic panorama of disasters and political shifts spans continents and states. Canton flood deaths, Brazilian slavery debate, ia Pacific and European intrigues weave through daily headlines as fires, murders, and court rulings punctuate a turbulent period.
Weddings in Paris Describe Double Marriage Observed at Church
A Paris correspondent recounts two wedding parties at the Church of St Martin in the new Paris style. Brides wear white satin with orange blossoms. a beadle, priest, and elaborate reception mark the ceremony. The scene includes guests, a blue collection bag, and later wedding announcements in local papers.
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Diane
North Carolina
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Dinine-Room
Presidential Poetry Autograph Episode At White House
Washington special recounts a woman seeking President Cleveland’s autograph for her album. Mr Pruden secures permission but the President declines signing a blank page. She returns with a new album, finds a printed inscription in error, and the piece closes with a pithy quotation from Cleveland and assorted social commentary.
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Washington
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White House
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Wentleman
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Mer. Mruden
Worman
Ghover
Waltzing Giants of Nevada Deserts Dance of Sand Cylinders
A New York Sun interview with Joseph Grandle Meyer of White Pine details giant desert sand columns that move like silent dancers in Nevada. He describes towering waltzing cylinders up to miles tall, their July appearances, and a tale of Joe McCann nearly carried away by one while prospecting, which exposed rich pockets in a creek bed.
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Joseph Grandlemeyer
White Pine
New York Sun
White Pine Valley
Spring Valley
Idaho
Poranegat Valley
Joe McCann
Lle
Joe
Doc
Tle Hhim
States
Pioebe
Jon
Waltzinges
English Soldier Wears Tracheotomy Tube Six Years
A Royal Engineers private who fought in Egypt and the Falklands campaign wears a tracheotomy tube after a windpipe operation six years ago. He survives with minimal discomfort, communicates by finger closure, and rejects automatic valves. The tube, silver with a neck shield, requires regular cleaning and is often worn with a high collar.
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Fall Afall Gazette
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Royal Engineers
Pebelebir
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Egypt
Royal Military Hospital
Southampton
Regent Street
Tio
Ibis Bentiabe
Fuller Named Chief Justice Candidate Biography
A biographical sketch presents Melville Weston Fuller as a lawyer by family lineage and education. It traces his Augusta birth on February 11, 183X, Bowdoin College, Bangor law study, Chicago practice, political activity from 1856 onward, and leadership in the Illinois legislature. It notes notable cases, ecclesiastical law work, US Supreme Court appearances, two marriages, five daughters and a son, and his Democratic ties and Episcopal church membership.
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Maine
Massachusetts
Supreme Court
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Phelps
Waller
Bangor
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Long John” Wentworth
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Stephen A. Douglas
State Supreme Court
Yates
Whitehouse
Cheney
Fuller
Reformed Episcopal Church
Supreme Court of the United States
Washington
Democratic Party
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Protestant Episcopal Church
Strange Phenomena and Weather Notes From A Mixed Meeting
A Soviet biology society report describes a woman shown with luminous skin tufts one centimeter long under certain conditions, with her son sharing the trait and skin noted as dry. The text ties the phenomena to hot dry climates and comments on weather in spring and female intellect, ending with a note on fragrance and male scent preferences.
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Soviety da Biologie
M. Bero
Mystery Package Substitution Ties Bank to Loss Query
The Treasury says it has no further information on why a pack of brown paper was substituted for 41,000 dollars sent for redemption by the American Exchange National Bank of New York. Treasurer Hyatt says the department will not take action, noting the bogus package was refused on presentation and responsibility lies between the bank and the express company. The report hints at investigation and accountability questions amid the error.
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Gilder's Liver Company Forms Engin es Works
A new firm operates foundry and machine shop in Way AR delivering celebrated TOAER patent agricultural and stationary engines and boiler work. They offer saw mill shafting, iron and brass foundry services, repairs, and guaranteed workmanship. Located in Charlotte, NC.
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