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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1891

Page

18

Mystery of the Grotto Death Of Lindemann Librarian

London dispatch reports the murder of Dr. Lindemann, Manchester university assistant librarian, strangled in a Genoa area grotto after traveling with two German companions. Italian police traced the body to Lindemann through a Liverpool consular lead, while the suspects vanished after departing Nice with the corpse.

San Remo Lindemann Vienna Potsdam Monte Carlo Maison de Sante Woeder Nl Corniche Nice Genoa Liverpool Durando Manchester Hotel Nationale

Nihilists Plot Anniversary Coup in Warsaw Circles

Rumors in Polish circles claim Russian Nihilists plan a new coup on March 13, the anniversary of Czar Alexander II's assassination. Authorities report heightened tension as conspirators considered bold acts.

Warsaw Jan Alexander

World-wide hunt for Padlewski linked to Selverskoff assassination

The text warns that Nihilists plan another assassination akin to General Selverskoff's murder. Padlewski is charged with the earlier crime and is now the target of a global police hunt. Russian refugees in Bulgaria are suspected aiding the plot and authorities across Europe are ordered to stay vigilant.

Selverskoff Padlewski Bulgaria Europe Russian Empire

Slander Suit Linked to Prince of Wales Baccarat Incident

The West End braces for a likely slander suit tied to a Doncaster baccarat night at Mrs. Arthur Wilson’s Grosvenor Square home. Sir William Gordon Cumming plans to sue, naming friends Owen Williams and Lord Coventry as co defendants amid turf club gossip and royal associations.

Dispatch Lorpon West End Doncaster Arthur Wilson Grosvenor Square Prince of Wales Sir William Gordon Cumming William Gardner New York Prince Lord Randolph Churchill Mrs Lord Coventry Owen Williams Hocearst Mrs. Wilson Turf Club Gordon Cumming

Bartholdi Endorses Chandler Mond Plan for Paris Studies

In Paris Bartholdi backs John Armstrong Chandler's Art Students Mond charity to fund five years of study abroad for American students. He suggests Paris as the ideal destination, notes the Chicago World’s Fair delays, and mentions a bronze group of Washington and Lafayette for Paris by Joseph Pulitzer.

Paris M. Bartholdi John Armstrong Chandler Amelie Rives Virginia United States Europe Italy Chicago Joseph Pulitzer Washington Lafayette General Lafayette France

Par dons Reject Commutation for Murderer Evraud

Jan 31 report The Committee of Pardons denied commuting the death sentence of Michael Evraud who killed M Gouffe. The ruling upholds the execution penalty.

Pants Committee of Pardons Michael Evraud M. Gouffe

Remains Identified in Chartiers and Panhandle Wrecks

The body of Timothy Buckley 70 of New Castle identified by daughter Mrs Ellen Hart after a Chartiers accident where he was struck by a shifting engine. Frank Gray 23 of Dennison Ohio died at West Penn Hospital from Panhandle wreck injuries. William Braithwaite 18 of Hulton died at West Penn after skull fracture from an Edgewater freight incident. An inquest is set for tomorrow.

Chartiers Timothy Buckley New Castle Ellen Hart Woods’ Run Frank Gray Panhandle Sheridan Station West Penn Hospital Hulton

Scotch-Irish to Meet in Louisville Congress Dates Set

Nashville dispatch reports an invitation from Louisville business groups for the Scotch-Irish Congress to convene in Louisville on May 14 15 and 16. The Board of Trade Commercial Club and local citizens extend the invitation.

Louisville Nashville

Embroideries on Sale at Cash Store Trone Toys Pres

Hundreds of new embroideries and as needed hemeuiteried flouncings in white or black priced from 35 cents. Hems and trims offered. embroideries from 20 cents per yard. Located at 198 Federal Street in Pres at the Cash Store and Trone Toys.

Trone Toys Pres Federal Street

Gas Flood Investigators Probe Mine Disaster

Inspector Jenkins and a committee examine the Greenburg mine after an explosion. They map a charred third flat, uncover blood, prove gas existed before the blast, and urge use of safety lamps to prevent repeats. The inquiry plans continued hearings in Greensburg with local clergy reporting widows and orphans.

Greensburg Inspector Jenkins Peter Wise James McBride Father Lambing Father Smiziel Old Country F. J. Keony

Blizzard Hits Minnesota and Dakotas As Cold Wave Spreads

A North American cold wave moves into Minnesota North Dakota and Montana with temperatures from zero to 20 below and strong winds. Snow blankets parts of Montana South Dakota and North Dakota while high barometer conditions drive the chill inland.

Minnesota The Dakotas St. Paul Mixx British America North Dakota Montana South Dakota

New Black Stock Bargains Highlight Henrietta and Silk Warp

See what you think of them. Ladies, we will add to our black stock two new bargains in Jack Coods one 46 inch all wool Henrietta at 79c the other a heavy black silk warp at 125 125 and 200 are the identical prices on them elsewhere. Henriettas from 2 cents one the THORNTON Buos Allegheny Pa.

Jack Coods Thornton Buos Allegheny

Fight for Speaker Nascent in Senate and House Battle

Washington era reports that Crisp leads for Speaker with two thirds support from Democrats and Republicans, while Mills' conduct and a Southern candidate threat loom. Extra session talks resurface as party strategists push to settle the Speakership by summer, with northern lawmakers wary of southern control.

Washington Carlisle Springer Byoom Judge Crisp Georgia Mills Crisp Reed Barrett Atlanta Constitution Congress House Congressman Crain Texas Joseph E. Washington Tennessee McMillen Thomas Brackett Reed Democratic Party George Frisble Hoar Roswell P. Flower Levi P. Marsh Roger Q. Mills Judge Chipman Michigan

Cable 10 Honolulu Soundings Test Feasibility

Senator Delph reported favorably from the Naval Committee an amendment to test the practicability of Cable 10 Honolulu. The note appears in Washisotory dated January 31.

Washisotory Delph Naval

Naval appropriation seeks funds for Pacific cable survey

The bill provides 50000 dollars to the President to sound San Francisco to Honolulu for cable feasibility. Edmunds notes an amendment to the diplomatic appropriation bill to authorize telegraphic links with the Hawaiian Islands for at least 14 years, with 3000000 dollars total and no more than 250000 dollars per year.

San Francisco Honolulu Mr. Edmunds United States Hawaiian Islands

Taubeneck Case In Illinois Prison Inquiry

Illinois Legislature special committee arrived in CostumaBus and examined prison records to compare Taubeneck with convicted forger W H Rogers. Officials noted close resemblance in features and height but some officials refused to confirm identity. Report due next Wednesday with ongoing questions about parole violation.

Rogers Illinois Taubeneck Hovers Ohio Aeoe

Protestant University at National Capital Advances Toward Site

A $50,000 fund for the Wesley Heights site near the Georgetown and Tenleytown Electric Railroad grows closer to completion as the Methodist University project gains broad support. Bishop Hurst directs fundraising toward site payment and future construction and endowment. Wealthy church-connected figures plan homes and a $60,000 riding club clubhouse nearby as investor interest increases.

Wasuhiscton Methodit Church Catholic University Hurst Wesley Heights Methodist University National Capital Georgetown Tenleytown C. C. Glover The Danblane

Denials Echo Across Silver Inquiry as Hedenberg Testifies

WashingtonJanuary31 John W Hedenberg a Chicago real estate man denied knowledge of any congressman or government officer engaged in silver speculation He said he discussed silver with many congressmen only in general terms Gonarens P I of Illinois Payson O Doen testified of long acquaintance Perkins of Kansas denied involvement in the silver pool and any influence over the Speaker on Peels committee appointment The committee also reported Owenbys custody set for Monday by a special deputy.

Washington John W.hedenberg Chicago Gonarens P Illinois Payson Doen Mr. Hedenberg Congressman Perkins Kansas Peel Owenby

Elections bill abandoned to focus on public business

Washington January 31 reports that election legislation managers will drop the measure to pursue other pressing public business. Eulogies were delivered for Lewis Watson of Pennsylvania as public business was suspended. The Senate today filed credentials for Cameron whose term begins March 4.

Washington Hixctes Lewis Watson Pennsylvania Washindon Senate Cameron Gexy

Can Prove An Alibi Telegram From Dispatched

Youngstown January 31 J B Shrier clothing dealer longtime Marshall Illinois says he knows H F Taubeneck Alliance Rep in Illinois Legislature he is certain Taubeneck did not serve prison term as Rogers since Rogers was paroled in 1886 and Shrier saw Taubeneck daily 1880 1890 Laughlin says Rogers mother lives in Ohio but would not identify her

Youngstown J. B. Shrier Marshall H. F. Taubeneck Alliance Illinois Shrier Taubeneck Rogers P. P. Laughlin Ohio

Quay Seeks Action on Federal Elections Bill

In the Senate today Mr. Quay presented resolutions of the Pennsylvania legislature in favor of the Federal elections bill, which were read and laid on the table. Army Appropriation Bill Passed in Senate after discussion.

Washington Senate Quay

Clash of Authority in Mississippi United States Case

Deputy U S Marshal Clem Lee, arrested in Corinth December 20 for carrying a pistol, fights fines from local authorities who say state law applies. He appeals via habeas corpus to the Northern District of Mississippi, Oxford hearing Monday. Federal officials warn state ruling threatens federal criminal process in the state.

Memphtis Mississippi United States of America United States Clem Lee Corinth Miss Lee Sze Lee Circuit Court United States District Court District of Oxford

Round trip tickets debated by Russian rail and river interests

In St. Petersburg a meeting of railroad and steamship officials discussed introducing interior round trip tickets for the Volga region. The plan would aid business travel and excursions but police oppose it, fearing loss of passport control at ticket offices and the ability to resell return tickets to others.

St. Petersburg Russia Volga

Incendiary charge shakes Wickles job departure

Wickles tells Ticks he was fired by Beaton Courier boss Bouncer for alleged arson. He asserts proof exists while Ticks questions the severity of the accusation.

Question of Time in New York Sun Brides Tale

Blushing bride seeks gift for husband and considers a silk muffler. Clerk suggests a silk muffler for evenings. The exchange hints at gift ideas and a forthcoming purchase.

New York Sun

Frightened North Western Settlers Fear Indian Attack

Several families fled their homes as fear of an Indian attack spread among settlers in the Russian country near Ageris. Reports from travelers on January 31 indicate widespread panic and displacement among local villagers seeking safety.

Ageris Mivm

Fearful refugees face threat as settlers flee

Citizens fear a looming danger from Indian actions and urge steps to calm settlers. Refugees abandon stock and homes while a fierce storm rages, risking loss of life among poorly clothed evacuees in the area.

Diamonds of the Dead in Quincy Gossip Tale

Rumors swirl in Quincy about diamonds tied to a Old Colony Railroad disaster as the daughter of a prominent citizen is seen wearing jewels. A private detective reportedly befriends the young woman and investigates, claiming a ring with the letter F proves theft. The District Attorney denies bonds against the girl's father.

Boster Quincy Old Colony Bgtmnsaheans Boston Feeley Louisville Tga

Confidence Man Pranks Colonel in New York Hotel Tale

At the Fifth Avenue Hotel a Montana millionaire recounted a farcical confidence game experience. A stranger claimed to be Jim Breslin, then revealed himself as Broadwater, identifying a faulty case of mistaken identity with Jim Mabbitt, an associate from Montana days who later died.

Fifth Avenue C. A. Broadwater Montana New York Press James G. Breslin Gilsey House Breslin Colonel Broadwater Jim Broad Water Jim Breslin Broad Jim Mabbitt

daylight jewelry theft at Homestead store

Robbery occurred in daylight on a busy Homestead street. Thieves entered John F. Schmitt’s jewelry shop through a back porch cellar door, drilling and sawing a floor hole to steal over 100 watches and diamonds valued at about $4,000. Some gems were recovered at Pemnickey depot. diamonds remained safe in the safe.

Homestead John F. Schmitt Schmitt Pemnickey

Gone to Florida Patrick Foley Leaves for the South

Patrick Foley with his wife two daughters Miss Farrell a cousin and a grandchild left for Jacksonville Florida last evening citing weather as the reason for moving south The Democratic leader said he would stay abroad while the weather lasted and he regretted that the most influential Irishman in Jacksonville was a Republican state senator He would not object to the man personally but opposed his politics Jury Commissioner Jiles asked if Foley would return for St Patrick's Day but he believed he could observe the day with countrymen in Florida

Patrick Foley Florida

Alderman Bell ruling reversed in local case

Agreement of attorneys in Sunday employment cases against Gillespie Broa led to reversal of Alderman Bell's judgement, following Judge Stowe's test case opinion. Samuel Harper and Henry C. Bankerd seek re election as School Directors in the Thirty sixth ward with no opposition yet.

Gillespie Broa Bell Stowe Samuel Harper Henry C. Bankerd Pfaask Lemosx Bunko Sma Pittsburg Secular Society Charles Bradlaugh Britten Marie Goslin Maud Rosenbaum Grant School James Kerr Bellevue

River Rises Rapidly to Near 18 Feet in Rising Waters

The river climbed quickly yesterday reaching 15 feet above low water, with a brief fall in the morning. By 3 PM it stood at 18 feet and may peak around 20. The Congo carried a full load to Cincinnati and back, about 1,000 barrels of molasses aboard. The Scotia is due from Cincinnati today and will depart tomorrow.

Congo Cincinnati Scotia

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