Sphinx and Sheik A Very Decided Novelty in Egypt
The Spalding baseball team and Chicago players staged a first ever game on the sands near the Sphynx in Cairo with Bedouin spectators and a Bedouin Sheik observing. Healy of the Americans struck by a pitched ball drew a tear from the Sphynx while Tener and Anson pitched. The match ended with the All-Americans scoring 3 and the Chicago team 8. The trip to Jerusalem Holy Land was canceled, and the party planned to sail to Brindisi next.
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Christian Advocate
New York
Dr. Bancroft
Phillips Academy
David Dudley Field
Syndicate forms to adapt French plays for English stage
A group of artists forms a syndicate to purchase French plays and adapt them for English production in Loxpox. The venture aims to bring fresh French plays to local audiences with new English adaptations.
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Loxpox
Forecasts of War and Change From Boulanger Prophecy
A Paris writer shifts meaning of Boulanger name to messenger of the will of the people while Dr. Schleicher predicts German emperors' deaths and a sanguinary war. He foresees April and May danger to the emperor, then a volcanic cycle, an earth cycle, and storms. Boulanger seeks influence in Paris as political talk grows.
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Baker
General Boulanger
Schleicher
Berlin
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Frederick
Schleider
France
United States
Germany
Sootha
Jan
Treason in the Air in London The Dispatch
The report cites disloyal sentiments in Christmas pantomimes and a Cornwall town incident. Padstow residents moved a jubilee obelisk stone and stole its jubilee coins. A New South Wales writer condemns British rule, arguing distant rulers have no right to govern.
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Lospos
London
Padstow
Cornwall
New South Wales
England
Andy
Vic’s Vigorous Economy and Royal Money Troubles
London February 9. Young Prince Albert Victor lacks pocket money prompting a royal council meeting to discuss options to increase the Duchy of Cornwall rents. Queen Victoria is said to be economizing by reducing the number of women in the bed chamber, eight ladies currently serving with high status and pay for 48 days a year.
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Loxpon
Price Albert Victor
Prince of Wales
Duchy of Cornwall
Albert Victor
England
A Good Time While Mourning
The German Emperor remains in mourning while hosting the Sultan of Morocco envoy. Gifts include Arab horses gold and velvet cloths rich carpets and rifles for the envoy and milk dresses silk girdles embroidered shoes for the Empress. The Crown Prince receives ponies a gold inlaid saber and a belt.
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Morocco
Wissman
East Africa
Kaiser
A Martyr to Charity, Leprosy Claims Damien
February 9 report from Lowspox notes Father Damien, the priest aiding Molokai Lepers, is slowly dying of leprosy. Private London letters say he shows brief improvement from new treatments, but the end may come at any moment.
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Molokai Island
Dispatch
Father Damien
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Lord Ashton Emerges as Top Matrimonial Prize
February 9 report from Lospex notes Lord Ashton has just come of age and is considered the season’s greatest matrimonial prize. He is described as good-looking with an income near £40,000 a year.
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Lospex
Lord Ashton
Decollete Dress Edict Proclaimed By Queen Victoria
London February 9 The London papers mock a supposed royal edict allowing low dress at drawing rooms while clarifying high necked gowns remain mandatory. Officials deny changes, saying exemptions only on age or infirmity and that court etiquette will stay strict under Queen Victoria.
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Dispatch
London
Joseph Chamberlain
Queen Victoria
War-Maker at Work in Franco-German Tensions
The piece notes renewed Franco-German frontier friction after a German ban on a French army surgeon visiting his dying mother. French colonels issue manifestos while German press cautions Paris. No imminent crisis implied, but warlike editorials and prophets shape public mood.
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Lexpos
Original Beauty Show Opens at Nice March Evening
Lexpos reports a beauty show opening in Nice at the Municipal Casino on March 16. It will run each evening with beauties parading and dancing with all comers until early morning. Dress is required. ladies not in a domino will be considered competitors.
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Lexpos
Nice
Vistors
Disappearance of Signor Mazzacato in London plans
London February 9. The artistic world is troubled by the disappearance of Signor Mazzacato who was to oversee the Italian version of Wagner’s Meister singers for a London production next season. Efforts to locate him have failed and some fear he may have retired to a secluded spot to finish the work in peace.
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Signor Mazzacato
Wagner
London
Sega
A Crash Bound to Come
A joint stock company boom flourishes with ventures of all kinds. The aggregate capital registered averages £5,000,000 to £6,000,000 weekly and promoters grow rich. Observers warn that a crash is imminent and not far off.
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Lowpox
Monarchy’s Doom Sealed by Lunacy Surge in Europe
A financial journal reports royal dynasties facing collapse as more than 20 princes and princesses are under medical treatment for mental illness. The rise is linked to close intermarriage within royal families, spreading concern across Europe.
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Lowpox
Europe
Kenna Hopes Dented by Ballot Switch in West Virginia
Charleston dispatch reports two ballots for a United States Senator with no election result. Delegate Ford switched from Kenna to George E. Price, delighting Kenna opponents while Kenna supporters stay optimistic. A Democratic senator pledged a vote by Monday or Tuesday. Union Labor figures continue backing George W. Hayes, while Carr Harr and Kirk stay loyal to their ranks.
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Ford
Raleigh County
Kenna
George E. Price
Carr
Harr
Kirk
George W. Hayes
Suppressed Report Alleged Abuses at Soldiers Orphans Schools
General Wagner, former inspector, says his final 1887 report on the McAllisterville Soldiers Orphans School was suppressed by officials. He sent copies to state legislators, detailing poor feeding, clothing, overcrowding, unheated dorms, unsanitary facilities, and suspected hysteria among boys. Doctors debate the cause, with some attributing it to hysteria and nerves rather than malnutrition.
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Milton captain's brig meets disaster in November gale
A historical report notes the cargo vessel Rahe sank during a gale on November 29. The brig was under Captain Atkine of Milton Delaware, carrying a crew of eight men.
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Mrs. Church’s Divorce Trial Opens Cruelty Claims Surface
In Colton, February 9, testimony in the Columbus divorce case centers on Colonel Church’s alleged cruelty and financial deceit. Witnesses including Mrs. Joyce and Annie Mooney describe debts, secret affairs, and mistreatment, with details of a public wedding and a disputed medical aid incident.
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THAT SAMOAN BATTLE IN SAMOA REPORTED BY NATIVE WITNESS
A Hawaiian paper from Apia recounts the Samoa conflict between Germans and Samoans. The siege began at dawn with shots from a Savoy chief, Mataafa’s side suffered 7 dead and 31 wounded, Germans 21 killed and 43 wounded, with heads severed and buried. The letter notes German warships may shell Tutuila and Savoy, while Mataafa seeks peace and Tutuila fortifications rise.
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Hiram Kaumiali
Apia
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Savoy
Sua Washii
Tamesese
Tutuili
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Edgerton Fired Over Civil Service Reform Clash
Civil Service Commissioner Edgerton is removed by President Cleveland for cursing civil service reform and opposing a Democrat successor. Hugh S. Thompson of South Carolina is nominated to fill the post, prompting Edgerton to vow to fight the President and criticize him as the Mugwumps’ prince.
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Minister Phelps Prefers Leave of Absence Over Resignation
Minister Phelps spoke at the Buckingham Hotel saying he will take a leave of absence and resign only with the new administration. He denied returning to England officially and avoided comments on the Sackville-West affair, the emcee imbroglio, Parnell-Times commission, and the Columbia Mollare presidency. He suggested no arrangements to serve again in Washington beyond a possible future appointment.
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Sackville-West
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New Religious Sect Promotes Three Heavens and Three Hells
Charleston reports excitement in middle counties over a crusade by Apostle Jenkins promoting a creed called The True Lights. He claims three heavens and three hells with earth as both heaven and hell, a future soul state between death and judgment, and Jesus and God as only creators of nothing. Jenkins, from North Carolina, cites St John I as support and estimates about 200 adherents in the state and a few in neighboring states.
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Florence Sunk with Eight Men Missing at Sea
New York reports the Ocean Brig Florence laden with iron sank after leaving port November 15 bound for Galveston. Agents confirm eight men lost with the vessel and no trace remains. Rescue efforts were stemmed due to the harsh weather and distance from shore.
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Repeal Drive Aims at 1887 Pennsylvania Insurance Law
Philadelphia February 9 A meeting at Mayor Fitler's office urged repealing or amending the 1887 act barring manufacturers from insuring in mutual companies. Local manufacturers and legislators heard that the law discriminates against Pennsylvania firms by forcing higher rates and limited options. Advocates argued mutuals offer lower costs and better protection, and officials pledged to seek relief in Harrisburg.
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John H. Converse
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Elkhorn Strike Declared Off After Miner Meeting
A special telegram from Bramwell, West Virginia reports the Elkhorn mining strike in Mercer and McDowell counties ending. Bluestone miners voted to resume work at the prior price and car basis, with over 1,000 men returning to duties and former agitators losing preferred roles.
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Mercer
McDowell
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Bluestone
Sullivan and Moore Indicted in Indianapolis Case
The county grand jury returned 12 indictments with two withheld from the public. One indictment charges John E. Sullivan with forgery and embezzlement, a case debated amid sheriff and detective conversations. The report hints at substantial grounds for the charges and related suspicions surrounding the proceedings.
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John E. Sullivan
Sheriff King
Tective R. O. Hobbs
Beaire
Knights of Labor in Philadelphia Rebuild Members
General Secretary John W. Hayes said January reports show a nationwide gain of 9,000 members with potential total gains near 25,000. He expects Philadelphia to gain about 20 assemblies within six weeks, including reorganized and new assemblies.
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Philadelphia
Knights of Labor
John W. Hayes
Buried Alive Near Jenkins Bridge After Coffin Was Sealed
J T Fletcher of Jenkins Bridge Missouri was found alive in a nearly bricked coffin after funeral rites and was returned home where he improved briefly but never regained consciousness. He died on Tuesday the 5th instant and was buried again, with the cause of his illness unclear.
Stolen Goods Ring Tied to East Chicago Station
Times reports janitor James Cunningham under Captain Schaack led a fencing operation for stolen items. Partner John Payne of the Pullman Palace Car Company helped move goods, many belonging to Pullman including costly carpets and hangings.
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Times Today
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East Chicago Avenue
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John Payne
Pullman Palace Car Company
Pullman Company
Harlem Memorial Banquet Honors Samuel J. Tilden
On the anniversary of Samuel J. Tilden's birth the Harlem Democratic Club held a memorial banquet in New York. Henry Watterson delivered an address of commemoration praising Tilden and referencing the events of the 1876 section.
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Samuel J. Tilden
Harlem Democratic Club
Henry Watterson
Governor Beaver on Prohibition Amendment and Poll Tax Debate
A staff interview with Governor Beaver discusses the proposed prohibition amendment, its uncertain fate, and enforcement prospects. Senator Cooper says he will take no part in the campaign, while party machinery is not to be used. The piece notes mixed sentiment, York County views, and possible gubernatorial contenders including Mayor Witler.
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Friends of Temperance and Prohibition
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Philadelphia
McClure
York
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Thomas V. Cooper
Delaware
George von Bornhorst
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Allegheny
House
Rumor of Dieckman Death Tied to Windsor Canada
Rumor claims Henry Dieckman, once a Board of Trade member, died by his own hand in Windsor, Canada, rather than live in exile in Canada. Details remain unconfirmed as of tonight and involve St Louis connections.
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Henry Dieckman
Board of Trade
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