Death of William N. Riddle in New York
William N. Riddle of Pittsburg died in St Vincent's Hospital New York after years of illness and a milk diet. Former Penn Bank president, he rose from a boy sweeping floors to banking, faced the Penn Bank wreck, left a near million-dollar charitable will, and was famed for his honesty and benevolence. General Postson recalls his life and the Penn Bank collapse.
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Remembering the Penn Bank Crash of 1684 in Pittsburg
A fragmented reminiscence recalls May 21 1684 when the Penn Bank closed. Citizens gathered outside the bank amid turmoil as figures like Billy Riddle and local firms such as Stewart Bros figure in a tale of finance and local figures, with mentions of officials and a dramatic public scene.
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Robbery Plot Ends With Son Arrest In St Louis Home
A wealthy St Louis man awoke to four burglars in his kitchen at 1 am. The leader, his son Andrew Canton, held a revolver and warned him to stay quiet. Police chased the gang after 20 shots were fired. one burglar was shot and another captured, identified as Canton’s son.
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Owner Of That Bloody Trunk In Chicago Police Office
The trunk owner, a Chicago hotel porter who traveled to Milwaukee to seek work, proved ownership to Chief Hubbard and Police Captain Schuettler. He explained he left Milwaukee hurriedly to avoid a lawsuit, described the trunk's contents, and denied involvement beyond a board bill.
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Milwaukee
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Poison in the flour barrel shocks Tacoma family
The Foyle family of Tacoma Washington were dangerously poisoned after bread made from flour contaminated with poison. A brother, three children and a hired girl fell ill with vomiting. a doctor arrived after five hours and several remain in bed.
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Carnegie Lands Coke Lands Buy Near Uniontown
Andrew Carnegie completed a purchase today from a Baltimore syndicate including Charles F. Meyer Henry G. Davis William Keyser and Osman Latrobe of 1500 acres of coke lands near Uniontown in Coswellsville region. The deal involved around 500000 dollars in value.
Man Fatally Crushed At Hunter’s Undertaking
December report from McKuestorT notes James Fisonigan, an elderly employee at Hunters undertaking, died after a head injury caused by a crushing blow. The incident details are unclear but point to a fatal accident at the display of a local undertaking firm.
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Deadly Shock Kills Lineman Clausen in New York
Peter Clausen a young Dane and lineman for Northern New York Electric Lighting Company died after contact with live wires on a pole at Third Avenue and One Hundred Fifty-sixth Street near an elevated station. Warnings about wire insulation and a failed rope rescue preceded the final release when a hatchet severed the line.
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New York
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Northern
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Wanamaker’s Refuge for Southern Republicans in Washington
Washington dispatch reports Postmaster General Wanamaker plans refuge for disappointed Southern Republicans. He appointed laborer Charles W. Whittmire of South Carolina and watchman William T. Finley, also from South Carolina, amid mobbing fears and boycott threats in their native towns. Finley’s case involved claims of mobbing and lifelong injuries.
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South Carolina
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Foraker Defends Immunities and Offers Testimony
Governor Foraker denies shielding himself behind official privileges in response to J Campbell notes. He says he waived immunities by placing information under prosecution counsel and is ready to testify publicly with all letters and information available. He invites disclosure of any privileges he may hold and offers to appear before any court or committee.
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Cleveland for Ballot Reform and New York Politics
Brooklyn nonpartisan statesmen organized a ballot reform club meeting in the Single Tax Club rooms. Ex President Cleveland sent a letter supporting the Provisional Committee in the city and the forthcoming Baxtee bill as a key to next year’s Legislature.
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Lured Across the Border Miss Jennie Edgel Arrested
Miss Jennie Edgel, from East Liverroot, was arrested and moved to Tyler county West Virginia on December 9 charged with complicity in the May 1888 murder of James Morgan at Brush Creek Tyler county. She was allegedly induced to cross the border by a man posing as an attorney for her deposition and denies knowledge of the crime.
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Jennie Edgel
Tyler County
W. Va
James Morgan
Brush Creek
West Virginia
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Influenza Ravages Extravedinary Epidemics Area
December 9 dispatches report severe influenza in Espandau with 100 cases at the Arms factory. Hungary sees alarm in two districts while four hundred Paris cablaya workers fall ill. December 10 notes a great sensation in Frankfort.
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Spreckels Sugar Refinery Starts Operation in Philadelphia
Claus Spreckels inaugurates his Reed Street refinery on the Delaware with daily output of 1,000 tons, plans to double capacity to 2,000 tons and later four million pounds annually. The plant sits on nine acres with 20,000,000 bricks, extensive wharves, rail lines, and a 15,000 barrel daily capacity barrel factory.
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Grangers Gather for Harrisburg State Convention
Prominent members of the State Grange Patrons of Husbandry arrive in Harrisburg for the annual convention. The event will convene in the Hall of Representatives tomorrow.
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Death of Jefferson Davis Looms Over New Canzans Funeral
Jefferson Davis lies in state at City Hall as guards from police veterans and Washington Artillery protect the bier. Crowds swell with strangers as black and white draperies appear on homes and the Lee Monument base is draped. Officials praise Secretary Poctor’s graceful reply and Southern editors plan a monument fund while Governor Nichols forms a committee to manage gifts for Mrs Davis and daughter.
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Passengers Survive Wild Run of Pavonia Car
On December 9 the Pavonia Horse Railroad car 13 with 16 aboard including 4 men on back platform derailed after frightened horses bolted at a curve near the hillside. The car jumped the track dragging bystanders and injuring Mrs Neene, Martin, and others who were carried home for treatment.
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Colored murderer lynched near Greensstore Ky
Jack Turner who killed Monley Williams son of Hon. D. M. Williams was taken from the jail by a mob and hanged at Pitman Creek Bridge four miles from Greensstore after threats of vengeance. A coroner's inquest returned findings in line with the mob action.
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Boycott of the Butchers Probe Extends to Dressed Beef Trade
Senator West's special committee resumed hearings on the dressed beef business in the Senate Commerce Room. Witnesses corroborated W. H. Hoover of a Wash slaughterhouse who said Chicago dressed dealers charged him 3 cents a pound more than other butchers. The panel plans a possible New York visit during the holiday recess to probe dressed beef exports.
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Murder in a Law Office Ends in Fatal Shot
In Munteresanono Terx on December 9 Frank B. Selph, a young attorney, shot Edwin F. Fletcher dead in his law office after an alleged demand for an apology following a Free Press article. Fletcher and his step brother Morgan Perkins confronted Selph, and a confrontation escalated to a fatal shot to the left temple.
Boulangists Raise a Row in Chamber Debate
In Pants on December 9 the Chamber of Deputies debated M. De Boulede’s motion to declare General Boulanger’s election valid. Deputies Brisson Pelleten and others spoke as Laissant was repeatedly called to order. Boulanger supporters grew more violent and opponents jeered. The proposition was rejected 370 to 123.
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Opening of Chicago Auditorium by President Harrison
President Harrison and Mme Patti headlined a formal opening at Chicago's great hall amid a large honored audience. Patti's singing drew frequent calls for more as the Apollo Club test completed the hall's acoustics and Mayor Creiger presided over the dedicatory address. The social page noted lavish attire and the festive mood while a staged incident near entry prevented an accident as the President arrived.
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Penal enactments against trusts argued in Senate
December 9 in the Senate a large slate of papers was read. Mr Turpie offered a resolution to provide for seizure of trust goods on lawful warrant and for forfeiture and sale. He moved to lay the resolution on the table and would call it up tomorrow to hear remarks. Payne presented Oberlin citizens petitioning civil service reform and universal competitive appointments. Quay presented Pittsburg Chamber petitioning for trade and commerce legislation.
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Bishop Tuigg Lays in State as Public Viewings Begin
Crowds gather at the parsonage to view Bishop Tuigg's body after it is placed in the casket in Altoona. The casket will be carried to the church tomorrow for lying in state prior to the funeral.
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New York Dry Goods Firm Whitney & Co Suspends Payments
Whitney & Co, dry goods commission merchants at 73 Worth Street, suspend payment and assign to banker David A. Boody. The firm composed of James W. Whitney, Joseph B. Whitney, and James A. Knapp cites overextension and tight money markets as causes. Liabilities around 500000 with most due to banks. assets about 500000.
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Joseph B. Whitney
James A. Knapp
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Old Eeeteamship Company
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Whitney & Matthews
J. B. Whitney
Presidential Nominations Under Senate Review in Executive Session
Washington reports a brief Senate executive session addressing numerous White House nominations. Four received favorable reports. final action awaits a mandated delay. Brewer faces scrutiny from Judiciary Chair Edmunds over Supreme Court eligibility amid ongoing deliberations.
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Ohio Society election ends with surprise trustee defeats
The Ohio Society's officer election, seen as peaceful, yielded an unexpected result as two regulars, Benjamin F. Peixotto and Carson, were defeated for trustees signaling an unforeseen challenge to the slate and stirring memories of prior internal club battles.
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Kaiser William Seeks Power and Global Respect in Banquet Address
At a Frankfurt banquet Kaiser William, thanked the city for its warm reception. He said his aim is to strengthen Germany’s power and standing abroad, noting his loyalty to the crown and to the people. The speech focused on unity and national greatness.
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Hippolyte's Subjects Awed by Dissatisfaction in Haiti
The Alene arrived from Haytian ports with reports of no clear second uprising but growing discontent with Hippolyte's rule. Citizens fear a stronger central authority as accusations of unfair taxation intensify tensions.
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Hippolyte
Rene Heytian
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Alee
Family tragedy ends in gunfire near Castvins
December 9. Richard Clark aged 13 attempted to kill his son in law Richard Mo by shooting. One ball hit, leaving Mo in critical condition. Police investigate motive amid family troubles.
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Richard Moby
Dom Pedro Questions New Government's Prosperity Aim
In conversation with Brazilian adherents Dom Pedro doubts whether the new government will improve the nation's prosperity. He had previously told several people that about a...
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Dom Pedro
Radical Revision to Westminster Confession Proposed by New York Presbytery
A New York Presbytery committee reports recommendations to revise the Westminster Confession of Faith. The proposed changes include eliminating infant damnation and adjusting the tenth chapter to avoid hostile language toward non elect heathen, aiming to summarize and supplement rather than replace the standard confession. Action set for the third Monday in January at the church lecture room and continued sessions until disposition.
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Hesthen
New York
West Fourteenth Street
Hastings
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Found With A Hole In His Head
A New York insurance agent, Ralph Kellar, was found in room 137 of the Stewart Building with a revolver in his hand and a bullet wound. Ambulance Surgeon Hancock found him insensible but breathing, and doctors fear he will die. His wife is named in connection with the incident.
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Bridge Failure in Prescott After Strong Storm
A violent five day downpour in Prescott Arizona triggers the Verde river bridge collapse on the Prescott and Arizona Central Railroad. A passenger train crossed the bridge when it gave way, with the engine and one car reported damaged. Damages include the Mining Company dam and ditch washed away and milling operation losses estimated around 3000 dollars along with stock losses.
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England Watching Our Navy in European Waters
English readers follow the appearance of the United States squadron of new ships in European waters with interest. Cholera revival at Bagdad causes panic and hampers trade. dispatches from Alexandria note unsettled conditions. Further brief items from Lowpon report a medical update.
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