Crisp’s Choice for Chairmen in the House
The piece surveys Crisp’s committee allocations, noting that 23 chairmanships went to anti-Crisp votes while 31 went to Crisp allies. It profiles leaders like Colonel Charles T. O’Ferrall and William M. Springer, discusses Mills’ new Inter States and Foreign Commerce chair, and weighs leadership dynamics and past political battles.
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Bonnar
Tax Disratca
Washverox
D. C
Crisp
Carlisle
Randall
Reed
Roger Q. Mills
Charles T. O’ferrall
Hoerrisonburz
Roger A. Pryor
O'Ferrell
Shenandoah Valley
Washington College
Virginia
William M. Springer
Roger () Mills
Indiana
Illinois
Congress
Samuel J. Tilden
Committee On
Mills
Mr. Mills
Horace Greeley
Colonel Mills
United States
Reagan
Hoge
Mr. Chilton
Massachusetts
Milkman Killed by 2000 Volt Wire in Orange
Frank FE Williams, a milkman, was fatally shocked when an old unused wire from the District Messenger service broke and fell across the city lighting system. The 2000 volt line caused Williams to be struck in the face as he aided his unconscious horse, and a physician arrived too late.
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Orange
N. Y
Frank FE. Williams
Williams
Dell Milk
Fort Niagara Privates Cited in Law Violation Impress
Special dispatch from Lockport reports that Fort Niagara authorities have discovered privates violating the law. The incident details remain under investigation with officials promising further action and disciplinary measures.
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Lockport N
Fort Niagara
Smuggling Probe Hits Niagara River by Army Troops
In the Eleventh United States Infantry four companies here ran a lucrative smuggling ring over Chinsmen at Niagara river mouth. Deputy Marshals and Suspension Bridge officials nabbed Private John Braun in the act. Fort officers promised aid to prosecute the soldiers involved after surrender.
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United States Infantry
Niagara River
Unitedates
Custom House
Suspension Bridge
John Braun
Five Navy Officers Headed to San Francisco Under Sealed Orders
Washington reports five prominent officers ordered to San Francisco with sealed credentials to arrange troop transports. U S relations with Peru discussed for possible aid against Chile as Congress readiness to authorize naval actions grows. Cruiser San Francisco may join Charleston near Acapulco with plans to reach Chile.
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San Francisco
Peru
Chile
New York
Washington
Navy Department
United States
Pacific Coast
Congress
Associated Press
Pacific Squadron
George Brown
Pacific Mail Company
San Jose
Acapulco
Charleston
Honolulu
Montti Dinner To Blaine A Distinguished Gathering
The Chilean Minister and Mrs. Montt hosted a dinner in Washington to honor Secretary and Mrs. Blaine. Guests included Senators Morgan and Stewart, Representative McCreary, the Mexican Minister and Madame Romero, ex Mayor Grace of New York, the Argentine Minister, the Salvadoran Minister, Hon. J. W. Foster, the Spanish Minister, Mr. Trumbull and Mr. Delcampo of the Chilean Legation.
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Washihetox
D. C
Montt
Blaine
Morgan
Stewart
McCreary
Romero
Grace
New York
Salvador
J. W. Foster
Trumbull
Delcampo
Legation
Garza Loses Hope Amid Mexican Revolution Conflict
Telegrams from Laredo describe continued fighting with light casualties. Reports say revolutionists captured Camargo and General Sandoval advances with 2000 troops to join Garza. A Mexican army general allegedly supports the revolt and may command troops to switch sides. Edstrom killed near Yapata county as Garza crosses into Mexico seeking safety.
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Laredo
Tex
Camargo
Sandoval
Garza
Rio Grande City
Revolutionary Party
Langhorne
Rondado Ranch
Yapata County
Edstrom
Mexico
Arrieros Ranch
Mier
Camarro
Cordage Firm Seizes Rope Maker John Good Plants
National Cordage Company reportedly takes control of John Good rope and rope machinery plants in Brooklyn and Ravenswood. An officer said negotiations had been ongoing and admission suggested the deal may be finalized.
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John Good
New York
National Cordage Company
Good
Brooklyn
Ravenswood
Sturges
Mr. Good
Brakeman Herrick Missing in Hastings Disaster
The search for Albert E. Herrick the brakeman blamed for the New York Central collision continues. Superintendent Voorhees says the company seeks his report on neglect of duty. Coroner Mitchell moves toward an inquest with a warrant for Herrick’s arrest as trainmen from both expresses face examination.
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New York
Albert E. Herrick
New York Central
Voorhees
Herrick
Mitchell
St. Louis
Niagara
Exile for Sergius Two Sides of the Case
Grand Duke Sergius of Moscow faces reports of unpopularity amid anti corruption actions including halting famine relief misappropriation probes. Czar contemplates exile while opponents petition his removal citing perceived tyranny and delayed horse races as proof of misrule. Victoria’s granddaughter and Hesse lineage noted. conversion to Greek church discussed.
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Lorpox
Sergius
Moscow
Grand Duke
Orla
Red Cross Society
Czarina
Queen Victoria
Louis of Hesse
Sergius Departure Rumor Shakes Diplomatic Circles
A circulating report claims Grand Duke Sergius, Russia's Governor General, is given a year long leave and may be exiled or placed under surveillance after alleged loyalty breaches. Count von Schouwaloff is reportedly to replace him in Moscow, with plans to conference with the Czar.
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BrEsruty
Count von Schouwaloff
Germany
Moscow
Sergius
Russia
Central Asia
Grand Duke
Warsaw
Wilna
Gabhina
Field Found Insane by Court at White Plains
In a special term at White Plains Judge Dykman approved the jury inquest finding Edward M. Field insane. Field’s wife Clara L. Field was named to care for his person and estate. Field remains in Ludlow Street Jail. upcoming cases await after January 1. He fasted all day, drank whisky and water briefly, and received only a short visit from W. Field Jr.
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New York
Supreme Court
White Plains
Dykman
Edward M. Field
Field
Clara L. Field
Ludlow Street
W. Field, Jr
Chemists Prepare for Fourth General Meeting in New York
By invitation of New York chemists, the American Chemical Society will hold its fourth general meeting Tuesday and Wednesday next in the University building on Washington Square. The society counts about 300 members with representatives expected from various regions.
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New Yorks
Chemists of
New York
American Chemical Society
University
Washington Square
Chemists Attend National Meeting About International Peace
Professionals from across the country are expected as Prof. George F. Barker of the University of Pennsylvania presides and Chancellor MacCracken greets guests. The Arrangements Committee seeks chemists in the Pope movement to spark a broader professional embrace of chemistry’s role.
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George F. Barker
University of Pennsylvania
MacCracken
Graves Trial Develops Amid Denials and Mixed Memories
In Denver on December 26, the Graves trial saw prosecutorial objections to a key letter withdrawn after review. Dr Graves disputed prior testimony, sometimes recalling details when questioned again, while denying most sworn statements. He admitted fabricating a guardianship letter to Mrs Barnaby and claimed reporters misrepresented events, with cross examination paused to resume Monday.
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Denver
Graves
Stevens
Barnaby
San Francisco
Mra Barnaby
Arter Lincoln
Providence
Lincoln
Trickey
Khant
Lynching of Bob Sims and Confederates After Siege and Parade
In Shvpvra Mississippi on December 26 Bob Sims and four confederates including Tom and Don Savage and their sons were lynched by a mob. A state troops detachment escorted the prisoners and the women were released after assurances of protection. Sims had long defied law through moonshining and a religious sect. The vigilantes hanged the seven captives to a single tree one mile from Sims home as the procession moved toward Butler.
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Shvpvra
Miss
Bob Sims
Tom Savage
Don Savage
Mobile
Gavin
Bladen Springs
Sims
Thomas Savage
Young Savage
Bob
Con. Savage
Butler
Choctaw County
Savage
Bob Sims Ap
United States Revenue
United States
Stribling
Bladon Springs
Dr. Pugh
Bailey Sims
Jim Sims
Ince
K. Pugh
Death of General William R. Lee Hero of Balls Bluff
Brigadier General William Raymond Lee, organizer and first commander of the Twentieth Massachusetts Volunteers, dies in Roxbury at 85. A West Point student then civil engineer, he led his regiment from Poolesville to Yorktown, fought at Fair Oaks Glendale and Antietam, endured capture at Balls Bluff, and sustained injuries at Glendale before continuing service.
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Bostros
William Raymond Lee
Massachusetts Volunteers
Balls Bluff
Roxbury
West Point
Jefferson Davis
Boston and Providence
Andrew
Massachusetts of Volunteers
Potomac
Poolsville
Yorktown
Fair Oaks
Glendale
Antietam
Contested Will in Georgia Aims at Found Original Home Sweet Home
Clarke county courts prepare for a sensational case over a missing manuscript of Home Sweet Home and bonds once owned by Miss Mary Harden. Her will favored cousin Evie Jackson, but nephew W H Harden seeks to set it aside claiming the missing stocks and the manuscript may be recovered.
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House of Representatives
Randall
Cox
Thomas Jefferson
Georgia
Texas
Illinois
Roger Q. Mills
Amos J. Cummings
Amens
Clarke County
Fatal Cable Accident Kills Miner in Butte
A mysterious brake release on a cable car in Butte Montana caused the grip car to detach and plunge down a hill. Miner William Cunningham died and T. C. Cameron and Dan McDonald were injured with McDonald later reported fatally hurt.
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Butte, Mort
William Cunningham
Miner
T. C. Cameron
Dan McDonald
Whitman in Critical Condition No Nourishment Taken
Philadelphia dispatch reports Walt Whitman in dire condition with no nourishment today and expected to die at any time. The 19th century poet remains under close supervision as friends and colleagues await any sign of recovery.
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Whitman
Philadelphia
Walt Whitman
It Came to Aged John Minard in a City Cable Car
John Minard of Sparta Canada was aboard a cable car when an unexpected event occurred on December 24. The report notes Minard’s reaction and location details while describing the incident in brief terms.
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John Minard
Caiiaco
Sperial
Sparta
Canada
Man Dies of Heart Disease on Chicago Cable Car
A man visiting Chicago for the holidays collapsed aboard a Cottage Grove avenue cable car en route to his daughter’s home. He was found dead from heart disease after the car stopped and a woman nearby fainted. Four other passengers were revived by a doctor.
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Chicago
Cottage Grove Avenue
Minard
Harman
Scanlan Paresis Forces Stage Retirement and Plea
William J. Scanlan star of Mayourneen will likely not act again this season and possibly for a long time. Doctors and his manager report paresia affecting his mind and performances have deteriorated, yet in lucid moments he pleads with his wife not to send him to an asylum.
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New York
William J. Scanlon
Mayourneen
Parenia
Tony Hart
John MacCullough
Bartley Campbell
Charles E. Blanchette
Scanlan
Robber Demands 22500 Or Else In Shoe Factory Office
A tall stout man with a black mustache and bag entered T Cousins' shoe factory office and threatened Manager J. B. Sayre, demanding 22500. Sayre, fearing for his life, produced a check payable to G. A. Franke and dismissed the intruder.
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Norrwalk, Donn
Tcousins’ Shoe Factory
J. B. Sayre
Russell Sage
Sayre
G. A. Franke
Mexico's Religious War in Puebla Reports Killings and Persecution
Puebla reports clash as church papers claim priests are persecuted and many killed. Indians allegedly arm themselves while priests seek to restrain them, yet overall tension remains high and quietness is observed due to priestly influence.
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Crry
Mexico
Puebla
Washburne Names Blaine Supporter in Reciprocity Plan
In Bostons paper Washburne of Minnesota is quoted as naming the Republican leader who said Blaine would allow his name at the next convention if his health holds. The chief plank reportedly will be reciprocity.
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Bostos
Blaine
Senator Washburne
Minnesota
Canal boatmen threaten strike over New York wage system
New York December 26. Canal boatmen met and protested the lighterage companies wage system. They demand a day for steady work and pay for catch work. A regular strike is likely the outcome of this action.
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New York
New York Harbor
Riot erupts after Hungarian saloon Christmas celebration
In Shenandoah Pennsylvania a Christmas night riot at a Hungarian saloon left several men seriously stabbed. One man is dying from knife wounds. Six men are under arrest on charges of causing the injuries.
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Shenandoah, Pa
Mass Meeting Planned to Protest Sunday Closing of World’s Fair
In Chicago on December 26 at a meeting of the American Secular Society a mass gathering was arranged for February 28 to protest Sunday closing of the World’s Fair.
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CrrIcaco
American Secular Society
Contents of the Distarca issue outline and page breaks
The Distarca issue lists a 20 page publication with nine pages for news beginning on page 9 and diverse features. It outlines sections such as Christmas in England, progress of Japan, various notices, society notes, leisure pieces, theater and stage news, literary features, and a wide range of column items across pages 9 to 19.
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Progress of
Jatan
Corked W
Fale
the Society World
Marion C. Garther
THE
Grand Army
Secret Society News
Gossir
Guakbe
Atkinson
M. D
Harriet Prescott
Pofford
Champion J. F. Donoghue
Frederick Schwatka
A. Conan Doyle
Marshall P. Wilder
George Hodges
Burer
Kakma
Stir F. Griswold
Diphtheria Strikes Fairview Families in Tragic Outbreak
Dread diphtheria hits Fairview near Johnstown with over a dozen cases in two families the DeGraws. Five children die in rapid succession as physicians struggle to treat the deadly illness amid panic.
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Johnstown
Fairview
Frank
Cooley DeGraw
Delaware
Mrs Curtin Improves After Illness and Pneumonia
Ex-Governor Andrew G. Curtin’s wife Mrs Mary Curtin, struck by grip in late December, developed pneumonia and heart complications. Doctors report a measurable improvement as she rests at her son’s home, while Governor Curtin travels from Bellefonte to the Hotel Stratford for Christmas.
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Philadelphia
Andrew G. Curtin
Roland G. Curtin
J. William White
Edward Martin
Canada Says Here Too
The Dominion joins Pennsylvania in urging humane measures for leprosy containment and proactive steps by both governments. Ottawa reports Pennsylvania considers stricter precaution and humane provision for affected persons and pledges full cooperation with American actions.
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Ottawa
Department of Agriculture
State Board of Health of
Pennsylvania
United States
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