Busy White House tempo in appointment scramble
President Harrison to day worked in shirtsleeves over a crowd of office seekers with Cabinet officers in session. A large batch of appointments was expected to be announced soon as Sen or Anderson and Paddock pressed Judge Groff for the Interstate Commerce Commission post, while Tracy argued Behring Sea policy with the President and others.
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Deer Park
Tracy Thisks
Behring Sea
Greifs
Harrison
Washington
Judge Groff
Senator Paddock
Nebraska
White House
Omaha
Washton
Anderson
Paddock
Commerce
Groff
State Circuit Court
Secretary Tichenor Stricken by Acute Rheumatism
Assistant Secretary Tichenor fell ill in the Treasury Office this morning and was sent home for treatment. He has long been in frail health and, after returning from New York, pushed to resolve tariff issues, but collapsed at about 8:15 AM. Doctors described the fever as acute rheumatism complicated by other ailments. condition improving by night, no serious result anticipated.
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Halford
Proctor
Bush
Tracy
Histock
New York
Hiscock
Wasnixetox
Tichenor
Treasury Department
Chef
Tiechenor
Reachi Renor
Hamilton
Who May Carry Letters August Order Elevates Carriers
Waslington August 2 An order issued today raises the age limit for letter carriers to 40 years in non Civil Service posts, with an exception for war veterans. Thanks to Colonel Bayne. Unipacial Telegram to the Dispatch. Waslington August 2 Colonel xn today secured the appointment of E P Thomas as postmaster at Etna.
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Wasimcton
Elias
Bayne
Wasimncton
Day
E. P. Thomas
Etna
Soldiers to Show Em The Militia Camp Experiment
The War Department directs a large scale joining of regular Army troops with Pennsylvania National Guard at Mt Gretna. About 12 000 Pennsylvania militiamen will train with three artillery batteries and two cavalry troops from federal posts to study integration and operations with regular forces. The plan spans across state forces and divisions, with extensive scheduling and varied conditions for the coming season.
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HiInGetrox
Beam
Fourth Artillery
War Department
National Guard of Pennsylvania
Mt. Gretna
Reading
Harrisburg
Washington Barracks
Ft. Adams
Ft. Hamilton
New York Harbor
Ft. Myer
Pennsylvania
Michigan
Lake Gonzac
G. A. BR
Nebraska
Fever Raging in Germany Epidemic of Incorporation
United States Consul General Jacob Mueller reports from Frankfurt on the Main dated May 27 that a fever for incorporation grips some German classes seeking high dividend investments. He notes social strain from mass unemployment, miners earning 125 to 185 marks while capital seeks investments that may harm workers and the public. He warns that stock companies and trusts replace private ventures, worsening conditions.
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Germany
Rioting Italians vacate Beaver company houses
Braver Falls August 2 300 Italian workers rioted when roadmaster Corcoran tried to resume operations. Detective Cook fired to defend workmen, wounding a striker. Sheriff Welsh ordered peace and the mob dispersed. one ringleader jailed in Beaver.
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Beaver
Braver Falls
Cook
Geary
Pittsburg
Rcoran
Corcoran
Ws Welsh
Lead Miners Demand Justice Move to Protest Free Ore
A Lake County public meeting was held to oppose free importation of lead ores from Mexico and British Columbia. Citizens aim to form a branch state association to represent lead mining interests and influence upcoming policies. Denver and Salt Lake mining centers will join Leadville in a united demand for lawful protection.
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Mexico
Leadville
Con
Lake County
British Columbia
Res
Picion Ant Se Uieture
Indu
Denver
Salt Lake
Mrs Maybrick Trial Hears Arsenic Poisoning Claim
In Liverroot on August 2 experts testified Mrs Maybrick’s husband died from poison. Doctors said death was from an irritant poison, not conclusively arsenic. An analyst found arsenic traces on Mrs Maybrick’s clothing handkerchief and apron.
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Liverroot
From Pittsburg to New York Afoot Aged Couple Tramp In
A penniless aged Danish couple Hermano and Christine Petersen reached Castle Garden New York after a 27 day walk from Pittsburg. They came to the US three years ago from Demark to visit a married daughter in Nebraska but lost their farm and savings after the son-in-law's business failure. Authorities plan to return them to Denmark after attempts to travel by rail failed.
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New York
Castle Garden
Pittsburg
Hermano
Christine Petersen
Demark
Okallala Neb
Explosion at Republic Mine Claims Five Lives
A terrible blast at the Republic Mine in Marquette Michigan occurred at 5 o clock this afternoon. Two cases of powder loaded in an elevator exploded, killing five and injuring others. Victims were torn to pieces, names not yet ascertained.
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Marquette
Mich
Republic
Jerusalem Actor Seized in Century Letter Confusion
A fragmented OCR item references a person named Zico and a figure tied to Jerusalem in a celebrated moment, noting a celebrated letter and a tomorrow date. The readable text is garbled, but suggests a historic exhibit or claim about a figure described in stage or ceremonial context.
Lightning Delaware divorce tainted by rushed legality
A London revealed lightning divorce obtained through the Delaware Legislature in April, tied to Mrs Catherine Van Auken who married New York Judge George P. Andrews. The method involved secrecy, a sham residence, a $15,000 trust, and fast passage by a Delaware committee, leaving the validity of the decree doubtful under residency and citizenship requirements.
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London
Delaware
Wiimrsorox
Den
Catherine van Auken
Commodore Garrison
van Buren Street
John H. Judge
New York
Wilsington
Barrett H. van Auken
van Auken
Thas
Ee Ygray
Ersour
van Jaben
Wilmi Mn
Cooper
Biggs
van Auren
Sleighter Death by Own Action at Dover
A. L. Sleighter died by his own hand yesterday in Dover after wading into Jones Creek and shooting himself in the forehead. His body was found by bathing boys. He had run the Read ing Exchange, exposed as a fraud, and left a letter listing disappointments including a failed marriage, illness, and business troubles tied to fraud and defamation.
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Wilmington
Del
A. L
Dover
Jones Creek
Reading
Strasburg
Brooklyn
Buffalo Bill’s Visitors to Wild West Show in Paris
Paris August 2. Among those who attended the Wild West Show yesterday with the Shah and his suite were Madame Carnot wife of the President Re See and Mr Whitelaw Reid the Minister General Rathbone the American Consul General Mr Buseell Harrison Mr E P Studebaker Sibyl Sanderson the American prima donna and many American colony in Paris.
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Paris
Shah
Madame Carnot
Re See
Whitelaw Reid
General Rathbone
Buseell Harrison
E. P. Studebaker
Jason Miss Sibyl Sanderson
Reporter Arrested Over Abetting Prize Fight Writeup
Baltimore August 2 H L Clark a newspaper reporter was arrested on a charge of abetting a prize fight between Pete Horan and Jerry Sedtler on July 26. The article notes Clark prepared material for publication and faced legal action as authorities pursue details.
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Baltimore
H. L. Clark
Pete Horan
Jerry Sedtler
Clark
Whipped by White Caps in Unconscious State
Uncana Ohio August 2 Arthur Middleton ex City Solicitor and brother of Champaign County Prosecutor was whipped by 12 to 15 masked men at his home last night. He was bound with a 14 foot rope stripped and beaten until unconscious then released. No arrests. Domestic troubles cited and Middleton allegedly abused his family. Sheriff and prosecutor arrived as actions concluded.
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Uncana
Arthur N
Middleton
Perry N. Middleton
Champaign County
Saxbee
Allegheny County
Watson
Brennen
Richard Johnston
Harry Beltzhoover
Beltzhoover
Brenn
Sequain
Johnston
Rowand
Belizhoever
Defimeen
Jo Collier
H.T. Watson
War on the club drives liquor law crusade in Maryland
Maryland grand jury prompts state to seek annulment of social club charters. Governor directs State's Attorney to file circuit court bills against Merchants Exchange Club and Ivanhoe Club for alleged liquor and gambling law violations. Anti saloon campaign aims at influential clubs, with broader action expected.
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Maryland
Batimore
Circuit Court
Merchants Exchange Club
Ivanhoe Club
Eee Ury
A Corpse Wants Dinner In Frightful Dispatch Tale
Special dispatch from Syracuse reports Mrs. Mary Calihan an aged resident died after a long illness. Neighbors gathered as the body lay to rest. A stranger woman fled from the house amid the scene of distress leaving fear and confusion in the wake of the death.
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Denar
Syracuse
N. Y
Mary Calihan
Epidemic of bloody foxes shocks Warsaw Illinois
A terrible epidemic in Warsaw spreads fear and illness with fifteen deaths so far. One hundred eighty cases reported as funerals rise daily. The scourge threatens Hawilton Canton and Kahoka, with children most affected and residents terrified by the outbreak.
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Warsaw
Senle Hawilton
Canton
Kahoka
A Band of Red Marauders in Utah Territory
Desver reports that Utes have again left their reservation in western Utah, moving in small bands to threaten ranchers and seize revisions and ammunition. They are said to be slaughtering game, with 400 deer killed in a week for hides. Settlers threaten a war to drive them back to the reservation.
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Desver
Gunnison
A Marvelous Recovery for Herman Carman in Chicago
Chicago reports Herman Carman the would be suicide victim is rapidly improving after two self inflicted gunshot wounds. Doctors say one bullet was removed and his condition has stabilized though the exact outcome remains uncertain.
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Herman Carman
Chicago
A Magnetic Man and the Two-morrow’s DisPatox
A cryptic notice centers on Bon Bias with a magnetic persona and an upcoming event titled DisPatox. The piece hints at psychological themes and a mysterious performance in a continental venue, detailing little beyond the theatrical intrigue and character description.
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Bon
Two-Morrow
Sullivan Arrest Sparks Big New Orleans Reception Plan
New Orleans dispatch reports John L. Sullivan's arrest by Mississippi authorities. friends arrange up to 50 000 bond to secure his release and travel to New Orleans for a reception. Governor Lowry withdraws Kilrain reward amid grief for Sullivan's mother, who is reported prostrate.
No Reward for Kilrain as Governor Withdraws Reward
Jackson Mississippi August 2 Deputy Sheriff Chiles telegraphed Governor Lowry with news of John L Sullivan's arrival by Illinois Central at 1 30 a m Sunday The governor may advance Sullivan to Purvis Monday or permit a bond There is talk that Norris failed to trap Kilrain and that Rich aided Kilrain to evade capture The governor withdraws reward coverage while Sullivan’s visit draws local congratulations for Chiles and the swift detection plan.
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Sullivan
Marsh Redon
Circuit Court
Lowry
Jake
Miss
Chiles
Pittsburg
John L. Sullivan
Purvis
Bond
Tyler
Fitzpatrick
Norris
Kilrain
Charley Rich
Sera
Worris
New Tres
Sullivan's Mother Shocked by Boxer's Arrest
Mrs. Sullivan, mother of John L Sullivan, is prostrated by news of his arrest in New York. She has been ill and heard the report against her wishes amid anxious inquiries at the Sullivan home. Brother Mike Sullivan returned from New York with no information on potential punishment in Mississippi.
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Endy
Bostor
Mike Sullivan
Pugilist
New York
Towill
John
Mississippi
Lookes Like War Serving Troops Called Out and the Sultan Preparing for Trouble
Belgrade August 2 The War Ministry orders all three military classes of Servia to muster Monday to facing Bulgarian massing on the frontier The dispatch from Constantinople reports eighty thousand Turkish reserves called out The Porte buys uniforms and stores and works at the yards with feverish activity The Sultan aims to suppress Crete insurgents even by force
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Belgrade
War Ministry
Servia
Constantinople
Porte
Crete
Sanguinary Hungarian clash in Bethlehem area
In Bethlehem Pennsylvania on August 2 a brutal fracas near Katellen involved Hungarians armed with pistols clubs and axes. Two men named Bansmitz and Bolander were shot and clubbed, another named Gresh lost his right arm to an axe. Several arrests have been made.
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Bethlevem
Katellen
Bansmitz
Bolander
Gresh
Queen Victoria Receives Emperor William at Osborne
Emperor William arrived at Osborne House where Queen Victoria kissed him on both cheeks amid illumination at Cowes and Osborne. The Prince of Wales on the royal yacht met the Emperor. both fleets displayed flags as they moved toward Osborne. A Berlin cable lauds Britain’s peace policy and notes the Spithead review showing mutual strength and shared civilizational aims.
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Loxpox
William
Osborne House
Cowes
Prince of Wales
Osborne
Hohenzollern
Trinity Pier
Emperor
Suite
Berlin
England
Great Britain
Europe
English Actor Seeks Chorus Girl After Disappearance
A missing chorus girl from the Bri gands at the Casino, Marie Arnold, 25, eloped with English actor C. E. Lynn. Her mother accuses singing master Prof Giorgy of involvement as the pair fled New York after last week’s leave. The Casino manager notes the case as a hunt continues, Arnold’s address remains incomplete.
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America
the Dispatch
New York
Marie Arnold
C. E. Lynn
London
Miss Arnold
Paola Giergy
Sesstone
England
Prof. Giorgy
Barton
Gil
Ninth Avenue
Arnold
Remains of Count Carnot Sent to Pantheon
The French government ordered the interment of Count Carnot in the Pantheon. His coffin draped in the tricolor was escorted from Macpesvrs to Paris by the son and brother of President Carnot, Magdeburg officials, and garrison officers as authorities arranged the burial location.
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Macpesvrs
Count Carnot
Paris
Pantheon
Carnot
Magdeburg
French Editor in Trouble Over Senate Case Documents
The manager of H Rochefort's Intransigeant was arraigned after being arrested for stealing and publishing documents and depositions from the Senate case of General Boulanger. He testified the materials came from parties in Belgium.
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Pants
H. Rochefort
High Court of the Senate
General Boulanger
Belgium
Eloped With a Circus Man in Hillsboro
Miss Jennie Johnson sister of Emmet Johnson editor of the Hillsboro News eloped with a circus performer from the Van Amburg show. The educated 17 year old attended the show on Thursday and was last seen at the depot in the evening with her partner.
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Hilllssoro
San
Jennie Johnson
Emmet Johnson
Hillsboro
Johnson
van Amburg
Depot
Not a Bad Snake Story From Telegraph Dispatch
A rattlesnake over ten feet long fatally bit a dog after injuring a girl named Nellie Kingman near Volga City. The snake was captured and cut into pieces. the dog died six hours later.
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Dusvoun
Nellie Kingman
Volga City
Twin Children Die from Starvation in Illinois Mining Area
In String Valley Illinois on August 2, twin children of the wife of a locked-out miner died from starvation. Neighbors and attending kin reported the mother had very little food and could not provide adequate nourishment for the youngsters amid the labor dispute.
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String Vallley
Ill
Kcians
Sandever
Starvaton
American Workmen Welcomed by Liver Pool Mayor
A party of representative workingmen who left New York July 24 for the Paris Exposition and points of interest in Europe arrived on the steamer City of Rome and paid a visit to the Mayor of Liverpool who extended them a hearty welcome.
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Liverpool
New York
Europe
Rome
United Glass expands with two new plants addition
Syracuse August 2 The United Glass Company, already owning all window glass works in New York and several others, today purchased the Keystone Glass Works at Meadville Pennsylvania and the Diamond Glass Company's Works at Ravenna Ohio, expanding its production network.
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The
United Glass Company
Ite
Syracuse
N. Y
Keystone Glass Works
Meadville
Diamond Glass Company
Ravenna
Psychological Study Note in Fons Armor and Rowe Gree
A readable fragment references a psychological study involving individuals named Fons Armor, I Rowe, and Gree. Details are sparse but indicate inquiry into mental processes or behaviors. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.
Quay visits Pittsburgh as factions push for deal
Reynolds quotes show Republican factions split over Senator Quay and Flinn with Quay arriving at Seventh Avenue Hotel and meeting leaders, while Magee backers push limits on postmaster and Ford nomination. Allegheny operatives discuss convention dates, liquor policy, and potential candidates including Johnston, Beltzhoover, and Colier.
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Magee
Flinn
Senator Quay
Ford
Senate
Quay
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