Murder in Whitechapel Near Swallow Gardens Cites Jack the Ripper Fears
In Losson February 13 a young woman named Frances Coleman was found dead in Swallow Gardens after a throat wound. Constable Thompson alerted police. Dr. Phillips and officers rushed to the scene as investigators documented the body and the archway crime site, noting similarities to the Jack the Ripper murders and a possible escape route.
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Carl
Losson
Whitechapel
Jack the Ripper
Frances Coleman
Constable Thompson
Swallow Gardens
East End
Thompson
Phillips
Leman Street
Scotland Yard
Arnold
Wricht
Reid
London
Great Eastern Railway
Chambers Street
Royal Mint Street
Mason
Swallows Gardens
Marquis De Leuville Versus Newspaper Choice Costs Ruling
The Marquis De Leuville sued a newspaper for alleging he introduced the claque in England. The jury returned a nominal verdict with the only witness the Marquis. The judge refused to divide costs, declaring he would assign all costs to the loser if the verdict were not nominal, and the Marquis finally paid about $150 out of pocket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorpon
Marquis de Leuville
England
Pisiotffs
Funeral Reform Movement in England Sparks Debates
In London news reports a new funeral reform movement gaining traction in England. The push targets extravagant wreaths and costly funeral customs seen as wasteful, following a Parisian trend that has drawn attention and sparked discussion.
Death notices and grave tributes raise health concerns
The passage argues that death notices and tributes like two flowers may spread germs from the deceased. It warns that funerary practices could pose infection risks, especially for those who die of contagious diseases, making such rituals potentially dangerous.
Irish Leaders Return to Ireland Amid Political Tensions
Dillon and O'Brien travel with police escort to Ireland after a Scotland Yard stay resolving to surrender. Amid mixed reactions, William J. Lane receives welcome back in Cork and a new national committee for Irish organization is formed by Deasy Thomas Condon Kenny and O Connor.
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Sorpes
Dillon
O’brien
England
America
Parnell
National League
Cecil John Rhodes
Cape Colony
Euston
Scotland Yard
Messrs
Harrison
Gill
Ireland
Kingston
Dublin Bay
Chet
William John Lane
Cork
New York
Boulogne
United States
John N. Deasy
William A . Thomas J. Condon
Matthew J. Kenny
Arthur O’connor
General Sherman’s Vitality Improves Amid Hopeful Bulletin
A New York dispatch reports General Sherman showing renewed strength as doctors note mucus clearance and easier breathing. Family anxiety eases slightly but risk remains from pneumonia. doctors warn of potential relapse yet express cautious optimism.
Leading Man in London Gambling Scandal Arouses Curiosity
Sir William Gordon, captured in the London society drama The Double Stake, or Did He Do It, becomes a central figure as the public follows his new stage role. The 43 year old, fair haired leading man resides at 2 Harriet Street, Lowndes Square, entertaining royalty and high society with stories of big game hunts in America and Africa.
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London
Harriet Street
Lowndes Square
Wiliam
America
Africa
Prince of Wales
Mrs Ward Denies Reconcilement With John Montgomery
Miss Helen Dauvray states she and her husband John M Ward will not discuss their matrimonial affairs. She rejects reports of a planned reconciliation voyage to London and says Ward will travel to New York then proceed abroad for health reasons. She adds Ward will not be involved in her professional ventures in London.
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John Montgomery
Fey Dunlaf
LoxCox
Helen Dauvray
New York
John M. Ward
England
Miss Daugray
Ward
London
Beneft
A Strange Pyre At Woburn Abbey Burns Duke of Bedford Belongings
Lorpon Feb 13 The great holocaust or pyre burned at Woburn Abbey to consume the late Duke of Bedford personal effects. Two loads of fagots were arranged and a pile of wrapped boxes and packages were tossed on the fire. The incineration followed a codicil to the Duke’s will ordering belongings burned as if in Dahomey.
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Lorpon
Woburn Abbey
Duke of Bedford
Dahomey
American sympathy follows French-Smith scandal victim
Lospex reports great sympathy in the community for Miss Smith who has been prostrated by the news of the French-Smith scandal. Messrs. Smith and Merrill plan to go to New York next week. Smith notes Miss Smith has received many sympathetic messages from Dr Parker's church members. Merrill will resign his post as man.
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Lospex
Miss Smith
Messrs. Smith and
Merrill
New York
Mr. Smith
Dr. Parker
Final Moments Report From Civil War Officer
The officer grew weaker as Elis glands swelled and mucus clogged his throat. Barrett told a reporter the patient had little nourishment during the evening while doctors Alexander and Greene stood by. Midnight orders directed policemen to receive telegrams and deny callers until morning as General Sherman rested vigil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Thackara
Drs. Greene
Alexander
Mr. Fitch
Barrett
Dr. Greene
Sherman
Controversy Over General Sherman’s Catholic Rite
A letter from John Sherman defends his family’s right to spiritual comfort as General William Tecumseh Sherman receives extreme unction. The Times report on a Catholic priest at the bedside prompts religious and family objections amid public scrutiny.
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New York
Times
Sherman
General Sherman
Serman
Mr. Sherman
Matthew A. Taylor
Senator Sherman
Father Byrnes
John Sherman
the Times
Aly
Two Ship Railways Could Cut Chicago-Liverpool Freight Costs
Engineer E L Cortell proposes artificial waterways linking Lake Michigan to Lake Erie and Georgian Bay to Lake Ontario. His plan includes a Benton Harbor to Monroe rail link and a Huron Ontario route costing about 12 million dollars, potentially saving Chicago to Liverpool freight costs to 366 dollars per shipment and delivering an annual regional benefit of 200 million dollars.
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Michigan
Canada
Mont Treach
Liverpool
Lakes
E. L. Cortell
Canadian Society of Civil Engineers
Benton Harbor
Lake Michigan
Monroe
Lake Erie
Huron
Georgian Bay
Lake Ontario
Michigan Peninsula
Cortell
Chicago
Liv
New York
Death by her own act suspected in Ill. physician's wife
St. Louis Feb 13 It is believed Mrs Millie Gaffoer wife of Dr Gaffoer a prominent physician of Trenton Ill who was last seen Sunday from St John's Hospital where she had been sent for medical treatment has committed death by her own action. A letter found in her room today supports this conclusion.
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ST. Louis
Millie Gaffoer
Gaffoer
Trenton
Ill
John’s Hospital
WasHixeters
Cleveland
South
West
Wall Street
Bombarded and Burning A Chilean Port Dispatch
A sensational dispatch from a blockaded Chilean port reports bombardments and fires. The cablegram received in New York on February 13 describes intense action as the blockade ends and relief or passage is discussed.
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New York
Flint & Co
Paraiso
Free Coinage Dominates Dems as 92 Battle Looms
Washington correspondent reports Democratic lawmakers from the South and West rally against Cleveland over free coinage. They seek a candidate to unite the South and West, with General Palmer and Blaine among names discussed. Sen. Faulkner voices two main issues tariff and silver, predicting broad support for free coinage amid party divisions.
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Jerry Simpson
Iowa
Illinois
Michigan
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Cleveland
General Palmar
Democratic Party
Lightner
Encouragement Letter to Grover Cleveland Circulated in Burlington
Democratic officials and supporters in Burlington Iowa circulate an address praising Grover Cleveland New York. The unsigned message urges him as a true and courageous candidate and offers backing from local Democrats.
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Burlington
Grover Cleveland
New York
Newfoundland Resolutions Urge Britain to Ratify Reciprocity Pact
In Newfoundland on February 13 the Legislature opened with Governor's speech. Colonial Secretary Bond introduced resolutions condemning Canada and urging Britain to redeem its pledge on reciprocal trade with the United States. The motion, backed by both sides, passed unanimously and goes to the Legislative Council.
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Great Britain
St. Jonws
N. F
Bond
Canada
United States
England
Legislative Council
Newfoundland
Julian Pauncefote
Washington
Wasson
Blaine
House
Legislative Committee Reopens Bank Inquiry in Philadelphia
The joint Senate and House committee on banking resumed its inquiry at Lafayettes Hotel Philadelphia with named experts from the Merchants Exchange and several national banks. Witnesses urged close supervision and thorough examinations of private banks to protect depositors as sessions continue tomorrow at 11 o clock.
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Philadelphia
Senate
House of Representatives
Lafayettes Hotel
Robinson
Charlemagne Tower, Jr
Finance
Frank Phillips
Merchants’ Exchange
Andrew C. Zinn
Andrew O Quin
Merchants’ National Bank
Governor Fifer Receives Interior Warning on Land Company
Springfield reports the Secretary of the Interior exposes the Cherokee Land Company of Paris Illinois for offering to locate claims at the Caerokes outlet. Secretary Noble cites a scheme that misleads the public and unopens settlement days, questioning the company’s ability to perform as promised.
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Springfield
Illn
Fifer
Secretary of the Interior
Cherokee Land Company
Paris
Ill
Noble
Appeals Against the Tariff Test McKinley Bill in Court
Fifteen Chicago importers filed appeals in the United States Circuit Court in Curiaco New York and Chicago claims contesting duties under the McKinley bill. They challenge Board of General Appraisers decisions on merchandise classifications and rates. A further large batch of appeals was expected the next day.
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Curiaco
United States Circuit Court
Chicago
Board of General Appraisers
New York
Mayer Declines Comment on Gould Deal at Pittsburgh Depot
Baltimore and Ohio inspection party led by President Mayer and directors arrived in Pittsburgh at nine. Mayer avoided reporters, dashing between baggage, ticket offices, and depot exits, while Thomas M. King offered few answers, repeatedly stating he did not know and must catch his train.
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Baltimore and Ohio
Mayer
Smithfield Street
Mr. King
Porter
Census Bureau
Toledo
Mr. Inman
Pittsburn Glancine
Pittsburg
Anne
Baltimore
Barry
Richmond
Garretts
Baltimore and Ohio Road
Gould
Pittsburg and
Oliver
Western
Ees
Mryer
Jay Gould Perfectly Well Report From His Physician
From Richmond February 13 the magnate’s car passed at 1 AM. Dr Munn says Mr Gould is not sick and is perfectly well now. He has been walking the streets all day and has gone to bed sleeping well.
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Richmond
Richmpnyn
Jay Gould
Papers signed on sale of railroad to Lake Erie and Western
A Louisville report states Calvin Brice supporters at Middlesborough say the papers for selling the Louisville New Albany and Chicago Railroad to the Lake Erie and Western were signed at Toledo on Tuesday. The Dispatch tomorrow features Bessie Bramble’s letter on Napoleon and women.
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Lovuisville
Calvin Brice
Middlesborough
Louisville, New Albany and Chicago
Lake Erie and Western
Toledo
Napoleon
Talleyrand
Bessiee Bramble
Judge Lynch in Missouri Pursues Expanded Jurisdiction
MissourI: Judge Lynch seeks to extend his authority over two men, Marderera and PorLaAr Buurr, as Marion Long is brought in custody following a confession by Mrs. DISPATCH. Gardner returned from Vienna with the arrest, and the case unfolds amid local legal maneuvers.
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Marderera
PorLaAr Buurr
Sharif Gardner
Vienna
Ill
Marion Long
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