Lincoln Day Rally Tracks Ohio Republicans Banquet
Ohio Republicans mark Lincoln Day with the seventh annual League of Republican Clubs convention drawing over 600 delegates. McKinley and Foraker address the gathering as Harrison administration is indorsed though no presidential candidate is chosen.
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Democrats denounce Hill convention in mass meeting
In a February 12 gathering at Criterion Theater, indignant Democrats challenged the so called Freeze Out Convention of the Tiathecratic Lime Committee. Augustus Healy floor-led the critique praising Grover Cleveland and Edward M. Shepard condemned Hill's early convention as harmful to tariff reform and party integrity. John Dewitt Warner followed, denouncing Hill's Elmira plan to delay reform and coinage, urging rejection of the state organization and pledge to discipline supporters of the convention.
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Lincoln Birthday Banquet Highlights Senator Cullom Seeks Presidency
The Marquette Club in Chicago honored Abraham Lincoln at a banquet. Senator Shelby M. Cullom delivered the main address and announced his presidential candidacy. The event featured lively political banter as observers noted factional tensions in Congress and party dynamics.
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United States
Abraham Lincoln
Remembering a statesman’s legacy and policy ties
The speaker reflects on a historic leader’s influence and doctrines urging protection for American industry reciprocity honest money and silver reestablishment while stressing equality before the law and GOP duties to advance these principles despite criticism. The tribute imagines how the deceased figures would respond to current progressive opposition.
Dalzell on Waterways and National Canal Vision
Lincoln Birthday meeting in Lancaster highlights Dalzell and others arguing for a nationwide waterway system. He cites Pennsylvanian pig iron output, ore from lake regions, and a proposed ship canal between the Ohio River at Pittsburg and Lake Erie to cut freight costs and spur national commerce.
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Lincoln Birthday Dinner in Philadelphia Sparks Annual Plan
The Pennsylvania Club in Philadelphia hosted a Lincoln birthday dinner with guests Attorney General Miller Solicitor General Taft and Senator Gallinger. Miller lauded the president and administration while praising Harrison and national leadership, signaling the event's aim to become an annual observance.
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Woman on trial in Bow Street over theft libel case
Mrs Florence Osborne faced larceny and perjury charges in Bow Street as witnesses including Mrs Hargraves testified about jewelry stolen from Torquay and traced to Spink & Sons. The court adjourned her case after noting her distraught conduct and her husband Captain Osborne's support amid public sympathy.
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Hill Getting The Delegates
Albany dispatch reports about 69 delegates chosen from 128 assembly districts for the Washington Birthday Democratic Convention. Delegates from counties across New York are largely Hill supporters with a few anti-Hill, and leaders like Edward Murphy and Lt. Gov. Sheehan prefer district or at large seats. Senator Hill aims to secure McLaughlin and Croker as delegates at large while he works from the Delevan House on his statewide correspondence.
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Major Greenland Considered for Adjutant General Post
Harrisburg Feb 12 Special Governor Pattison said he has not decided on a successor to Adjutant General McClelland. He has received letters from aspirants and will weigh them. a decision may come in several days. Major Greenland of Clarion, Quartermaster General on the Governor's staff, is thought to be a leading candidate.
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Democrats Open Pennsylvania HQ at Sherman House
Marshall Wricht, chairman of the Democratic State Central Committee of Pennsylvania, arranged for the Pennsylvania headquarters at the Sherman House in Cxrcaco during the National Convention. He announced the setup today and will oversee activities from the hotel during the event.
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Indiana machinists strike over piecework pay in Panhandle shops
In Indianapolis on February 12 machinists at the Panhandle Railfowl shops began a strike over piecework pay. Workers say the pay method is unfair and demand regular wages.
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Indianapolis
Panhandle
Berlin Anarchists Divided Into Groups
Berlin authorities report anarchists in the city are organized into two groups totaling 24 members. The inquiry notes these factions operate secretly, meeting without police knowledge as investigators assess their status and activities.
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Secret gatherings spread across Germany
A network of relatives and associates operates in secrecy with links throughout Germany. Meetings in garrets and cellars have drawn as many as 200 attendees unknown to authorities. Finances are sparse with no more than 0 marks received. They have agreed to hire legal counsel to defend recently arrested artists.
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Anarchist Scare Spreads Through Xeres After Executions
A Xeres dispatch reports continued anarchist agitation after Wednesday executions. Gendarmes pursue bands near Xeres as residents flee homes, cafes close, and streets empty by night. Cadiz police arrest three anarchists found with daggers and incendiary papers calling for vengeance.
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The Electric Consolidation Negotiations Progress
Vice President Herrick states rapid progress toward merging Thomson-Houston and Edison companies, estimating at least two months needed. A letter from Mr. Villard to the Edison General Electric Board notes his reluctance to fully retire, seeking liberty to step down when a suitable successor is found, but no later than April 1.
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Water Works suit seeks account of bonds from Denver president
Dennis Sullivan as receiver files in federal court to force C H Venner to settle $205000 in Denver Water Company bonds he allegedly diverted. Sullivan counters with charges Venner embezzled $75000 and alleges $505000 vanished into Vote’s hands, not recovered.
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McCall Named President of New York Life Insurance
At an adjourned board meeting in New York City Hon John A McCall was unanimously elected President succeeding William H Beers who resigned. Board members Weeks Collins and Hart resigned their posts. Weeks elected Secretary with Fairchild Langdon Randolph and Whitney nominated to fill vacancies, nominations to lie over until next meeting.
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Board of Trustees
Ontario Speech Notes Mining Slump Abroad
The Ontario Legislature opened with Lieutenant Governor Campbell ill to attend. The throne speech cites the death of the Duke of Clarence and Avondale and notes a depressed mining mood in Britain and the United States hurting Ontario projects and enterprises.
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Evidence of corruption rumors fail to bear indictments
Sacramento February 12 The grand jury submitted a report stating it investigated rumors of corruption in the election of the US Senator to succeed Senator Hearst. Some damaging testimony was heard but the overall evidence was insufficient to return indictments.
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Queer Wedding Near Indianapolis Draws Notice
In Brightwood a 73 year old groom Rev David Candell wed 69 year old Elisa Willis, ceremony by his son who also married his father 20 years ago. Also noted Philadelphia firm Love & Love assigns to attorney Rufus E Shapley amid Jersey cloth concerns. Charles G Ley arrested in Allentown for embezzling funds from the Patriotic Order Sons of America. bail posted for trial.
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Trappers of Men Encounter in New York Scam
New York reports detail John W. Ecklar of Montgomery County Ky soliciting $5000 from a New Yorker for $300 of his own and fleeing to Philadelphia with a false Cronin connection. Detectives nab Ecklar who claims he invented a tiny gun for bear hunting and faces habeas corpus efforts alongside other duped victims like J. D. Delardh from Gee Georgia who paid $300 for $3200 in bogus funds.
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Arbitration treaty eyed by Britain and United States leaders
The article notes expected action by Lord Salisbury on the arbitration treaty next week and prompt Senate submission. It mentions renewing last year’s modus vivendi to precede the sealing fleet, with arbitrators named after ratification. E J Phelps, former minister to England, named lead U S counsel with two or three assistants.
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Monument for Sherman statue appeal by Tennessee Society
A Washington report dated February 12 notes the Grand Army of the Republic is urged to fund a statue to General W T Sherman. A committee formed at the Society of the Army of the Tennessee meetings on October 6 and 9 asks each state commander and post to solicit contributions, even as small as ten cents, stressing collective soldierly effort. Members listed: General G M Dodge, President. Colonel J F Howe, Treasurer. General J W Noble. Colonel D B Henderson. Major G H Heatford. Colonel W McCrors. Colonel Cornelius Cadle, Secretary.
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Government Way Ahead in Hast Elgin Elections in Ottawa
The Ottawa dispatch reports Ingram, Conservative, winning Hast Elgin to represent the Dominion Parliament. It notes this is the 19th election since prorogation, with Liberals losing ground while Conservatives gain. Liberal woes are linked to Laurier Mercier ties and calls for a coalition with Blake and Thompson as leaders.
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Typhus Fever Outbreak in New York and Federal Role
News reports from Washington detail Dr. Walter Wyman stating the Marine Hospital service only acts upon state or local requests. Eleven new typhus cases raise New York totals to 68 as authorities monitor immigrant health and quarantine measures at seaports and inland destinations. Bessie Beamble previews Washington coverage in THE DISPATCH.
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Daugherty Inquiry Opens As House Panel Hears First Testimony
The House committee on investigation began work on the Daugherty charges with Henry Apthorpe testifying as the first witness. Apthorpe, editor and director of Columbus Peat, said he had read the papers alleging a $5,000 payoff for a vote but did not know of or authorize their publication. He offered no proof of Daugherty’s guilt and said Tiernan’s signature on articles did not prove employment at the paper. Adjournment was set to next Tuesday as attorney D K Watson could not attend.
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Braddock Brakeman Dies After Midday Accident
Thomas Ryan, brakeman on the Pennsymkey Railroad, was fatally injured in a coupling accident at Bessemer when his hand was mashed and he fell under wheels. He died within minutes and his body was brought to Pittsburg. Also noted is the Braddock Electric Railway Company installing two 100 horsepower dynamos and a 200 horsepower engine, plus the upcoming Knights of Pythias lodge initiation led by J. J. Kerr.
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Captain Jacobs Indicted In Morgantown Assault Case
Captain Adam Jacobs faces an indictment in Morgantown West Virginia for an assault on a young passenger aboard the Morgantown packet James G Blaine. A local resident rescued the woman who is from New York State on a visit to relatives. Jacobs is a well known Monongahela river captain whose friends say he is innocent and will prove it.
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Prohibition Debate Roils Iowa Senate
In Des Moines on February 12 the Iowa State Senate wrestled with prohibition policy. Senator Swhgnitt urged his license bill while Senator Finn claimed enforcing the law carried a three month sentence for killing a man and five months for killing a dog. Senator Shields condemned the governor’s pardon of Haddock’s slayer as a plea to legislators.
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Conference Reports in Bering Sea Commission Matter
The Bering Sea joint commission adjourned with reports prepared by representatives due tomorrow. Washington insiders report ongoing discussions on the commissions’ findings and potential actions.
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