Diplomatic tensions and colonial fears in Europe
Berlin reports Prince Bismarck hosting a dinner with the Prussian Diet while lamenting colonial troubles and consular acts. Observers note Germany may send a squadron to Samoa if pressures rise, with East Africa a possible destination, as debates over Samoa and Samoan punishment unfold.
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Ted
New York
Berlin
Prince Bismarck
Germany
Bismarck
Samoa
Fassiciche Zeitung
Zurche Or
Luxemburg
National Zeitung
Matuaia
England
America
Port Said
East Africa
France
Tirard
New French Cabinet Outlines Its Patriotism Appeal
The French cabinet reads its ministerial declaration in the Senate and Chamber of Deputies. It vows to secure the 1890 budget and promote the exhibition to showcase industry, while pursuing military laws and upholding order, liberty, and republican unity. It pledges vigilance against factionalism and strict accountability for officials.
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Pants
Senate
Chamber of Deputies
France
German Bluff Moves German Ships Toward Samoa
Bern reports that English observers see German naval movements toward Samoa as a bluff to pressure the United States. The War Office note that the United States will send two military attaches with its next minister is read as evidence of America preparing to face Bismarck in his own game.
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Bern
Samoa
America
War Office
United States
Bismarck
Italy's Military Budget Call Sparks Debate
Rome February 23 Signor Ricotti former War Minister urged a 40 million franc increase in Italy's War Budget to sustain strength. He warned if funds are unavailable it is better to maintain ten army corps in one cohort and reorganize. The remarks caused a sensation and may shift Crispi's opponents toward his position.
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Rome
Signor Ricotti
Italy
Crispi
Fears for Missionaries Captured by Insurgents
Anxiety runs high in ZanzipaR as missionaries taken by insurgents remain unseen. The British last liner Dutch arrived as tender to the German squadron, while the German fleet flag captain departs for Germany on sick leave. Authorities plan strict surveillance of Zanzibar and Pemba waters soon.
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Zanzipar
Germany
Zanzibar
Pemba
Henry George Planned Spring Visits To London Meetings
A London dispatch reports Henry George will receive a large welcome during his spring visit. He is to speak at several meetings and a committee is actively organizing his campaign successes.
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Distatch
Henry George
The Czar to Visit Berlin in March
Bern reports the Russian Emperor is believed to travel to Berlin in March and the Empress will not accompany him due to health concerns after the Borkidia disaster. In Zanzibar Mr Stevens arrives, initiating a inland African tour for the New York World.
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Berlin
Bern
Sopra
Husband
Bavarian Heir Prince Rupert Declared Insane
Berlin February 23 Prince Rupert eldest son of Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and heir to the Bavarian throne is declared insane. The news notes the succession implications and involves the royal family in a health crisis affecting the line of succession.
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Berlin
Prince Rupert
Ludwig
Bavaria
SONS OF VETERANS UNITE TO FORM CAMP SYSTEM
A consolidation of the rival Sons of Veterans post and camp systems was completed in Curcaco on February 23. Delegates from the Grand Army of the Republic and the two organizations decided the new body will be the camp system, use the title comrade, and align officer titles with the Grand Army while allowing a drill corps. Details remain to be settled by the two chiefs.
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Curcaco
Sons of Veterans
A. L. Conger
Ohio
Corporal Tanner
New York
Thomas Bennett
Indiana
John Burst
Illinois
George M. Devlin
Michigan
Grand Army of the Republic
George W. Marks
Brooklyn
G. B. Abbott
Chicago
Grand Army
Grand Army of Republic
Price of His Liberty in Anarchist Case
Curcago reports Louis W. H. Neebe returned from Joliet after meeting Judge Gary about Oscar Neebe an Anarchist seeking a pardon. Neebe discussed revelations about the Lehr and Wehr inquiry, armed march on the Board of Trade, dynamite experiments, and plans of social revolution. The judge may decide on signing a pardon petition once Oscar completes a written statement under prison authorities.
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Curcaco
Louis W. H. Neebe
Joliet
Oscar
Mr. Neebe
Gary
Board of Trade
A Zero Wedding Ceremony Performs Union
Alderman Succop of the Southside officiated a small ceremony uniting Grandle and Anna Paslove. The private event marked a simple, low key wedding with close ties to the community.
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Alderman Succop
Southside
Grandle
Anna Paslove
Faith in Harrison Sparks Baltimore Civil Service Reform Meet
In Baltimore civil service reformers gathered under the Civil Service Reform Association of Maryland. Judge Foulk presided as Richard H. Dana argued Cleveland era removals harmed reform, while W D Foulk urged Republican promises to extend reform under Harrison. He predicted steady progress and worthy appointees as president.
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Baltimore
Civil Service Reform Association of Maryland
George William Curtis
National Association
Foulk
Ee Seamer
Harrison
Richard H. Dana
Civil Service Record
Cleveland
Enid
Friends of Reform
W. D. Foulk
Clemency urged for McClure and Freyogle in gambling case
The Board of Pardons in Harrisburg recommends executive clemency for William McClure and Frank Freyvogle. It notes they were reputed to be of good character and had ceased gambling after a city notice, arguing they have already served about six months and public sentiment favors mercy.
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Harrisburg
William McClure
Frank Fréyvogle
Board of Pardons
Department of Public Safety
Pittsburg
Fortune Favors Them In Equity Case Over Gambling Losses
Henry A. Davis master in the equity suit C G Dixon v Freyrogle and McClure filed his report with the Prothonotary, overruling counsel’s exceptions for lack of timely argument. The finding stands for the defendants pending court approval. Freyrogle and McClure were under a workhouse term for gambling and were to be pardoned, but Governor Beaver’s return delayed their release order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry A. Davis
C. G. Dixon
Freyvogle and McClure
Dixon
Quinn
Freyrogle
McClure
Beaver
Washington
Harrisburg
Threatening White Caps letters scare city businessman
B Crass manager of the Singer Sewing Machine Agency on the Southside reports receiving "White Cap" letters. The latest dated February 2 1989 demands he leave the area immediately or face consequences by the order of the supreme commander. The first letter arrived on St Valentine’s Day and lacked the skull motif. the second included the skull and crossbones.
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B. Crass
Singer Sewing Machine Agency
Southside
Prrissurne Branch Warr
Mx. Crass
Cross
Blizzard Delays Western New York Trains Abandoned Line
A raging blizzard across Western New York stalls trains for hours. Train No 9 is stuck between Murray and Holley as drifts reach 10 to 15 feet. Five engines pull the stalled train out, passengers seek shelter, and the Rome Watertown and Ogdensburg line abandons its western division.
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Locxpont
N.Y
New York
Murray
Holley
Debated 3-mill tax on manufacturing stock in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg reports a heated fight over a proposed 3-mill tax on capital stock of manufacturing corporations. Governor Beaver argues the revenue is needed to avoid cuts to charitable institutions while opponents warn the measure could push firms to neighboring states and complicate court challenges. Senator Rutan noted current voting margins favor exemption but warned political pressure could shift the outcome.
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Friends of the Latter
Rutan
Ryroma
Harrisburg
Supreme Court
Pennsylvania
Graham
Ways and Means Comms
Ohio
Henry Hall
Blon
Cercer
James Fruit
Sharon
Fruit
Allegheny County
Debating State Debt and Charitable Funding
A discussion outlines options to pay the state debt through the sinking fund while questioning the impact on charitable institutions. The conversation notes that funds accumulate in state banks as bond owners resist selling, and suggests slower debt provision to free money for charities. A two thirds majority could enable a legal change, with emphasis on improving the governor’s record.
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Allegheny County
Pattison
SiMrpson
Wrecked and Burned On Maine Central Train Blazes
A Maine Central branch wreck near Boyd’s Mill injures Caleb Palmer Mudgett Campbell and others. The mail car and several cars burn within minutes after a derailment caused by a misread switch. Harry Goodwin is dead. Julius Angel is severely injured. Palmer and two clerks are rescued from a burning mail car. passengers unharmed. The stricken group is treated in Kingman.
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Palmer
Mudgett
Campbell
Chase
Harry Goodwin
Julius Angel
Kingman
Canal Company Privilege Class Payoff Stirring Panama
In Panama on February 11 the canal company announced paying off employees holding privilege classes built from long service or joining conditions. A total of 480000 dollars was allotted with 150000 directed to line workers and 20000 to Director General Jacquier, prompting criticism of the consul and officials involved.
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Panama
Canal Company
Jacquier
Secretariat
Judresl Department
M. Jacquier
Muier
Andi
Elopers in Trouble in Southside Case
John Schott and Elizabeth Ackerman appeared before Alderman Hartman on a charge by Henry Ackerman. The evidence failed to convict and the case was dismissed. Mrs. Schott and her husband left together while Mrs. Ackerman did not return with her husband. Dora Graff has charged Mrs. Schott and Minnie Moore with disorderly conduct, alleging a disturbance at Graff’s home. A hearing is set for Tuesday.
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John Schott
Elizabeth Ackerman
Alderman Hartman
Henry Ackerman
Roosevelt recounts bribery offer during New York mayoral bid
In a civil service reform conference telegramed report Roosevelt recalled O'Donovan Rossa offering his influence in the mayoral race for 250 dollars. Roosevelt declined and was told the lure was for his health, a jab he noted in the speech.
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O'Donovan Rossa Hart
Roosevelt
Baltimore
Civil Service Reformers
Theodore Roosevelt
New York City
O'Donovan Rossa
Cabinet decisions hinted in Thurston selection
Russell Harrison said in New Orleans that he would not discuss cabinet choices, but confirmed the cabinet has been decided with Southern representation. He noted the administration's Southern tilt aligns with his father's letter to Southern supporters.
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Omana
New
Russell Harrison
Thurston
Hasen
Japanese artistry on dinner sets offered by French Kexprice Co
The China Store opposite City Hall promotes a dinner set showcasing Japanese craftsmanship. Open Monday for inspection, inviting customers to judge its value and potential fit for Pittsburg households.
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Japan
Pittsburg
Kexprice & Co
City Hall
Duel questions Kentucky bravery as Senators Blackburn Chandler clash
Washington dispatch reports a heated Senate dispute between Blackburn and Chandler over ear grabbing and insults. Eyewitnesses differ if Blackburn held Chandler by the ear. Faulkner distributed the tale, while Chandler denied any slave driver remark. Observers note Blackburn’s history of avoiding duels.
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Blackburn
Chandler
Kentucky
Dispatch
Washington
Tors Blackburn
Faulkner
West Virginia
Senate
New Hampshire
Mr. Cler
Committee On Indian Affairs
Interior Department
Blair
Bladensburg
Missouri Pacific Railroad Hints of Major Reorganization
Rumors swirl around the Missouri Pacific Railroad as W. H. Newman resigns as Third Vice President effective April. A. L. Hopkins also resigns and board changes are expected. Speculation ties these moves to a broader leadership shakeup with possible presidential appointment for Str. Clark and Jay Gould retirement discussed.
College Anarchists in New Haven Dynamite Inquiry
Wesleyan faculty appointed to probe recent explosions conducted secret hearings. Two confessing students named W. H. Hall and Robert F. Smith implicated six to eight others, with plan to fire a Washington's Birthday salute using dynamite. Injured student Hubbard tied to a bomb explosion. dynamite obtained in New York and sent to Middletown for future use.
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New Haven
van Vieck
Pekles
Crawford
Conn
Wesleyan
Taculty
W. H. Hall
Robert F. Smith
H. S. Rooksby
Nelson C. Hubbard
C. H. Pierse
W. M. Douglas
R. M. Grant
F. J. Lamblyn
H. P. Queal
Washington
Scannon
Smith
No. College
Hubbard
Elmer
Hub
New York City
Middletown
Express
Pittsburg Elects Councilmen and School Directors Citywide
The Returning Board named duly elected officials from 36 wards in Pittsburg including select councilmen, school directors, assessors, and constables with Allegheny’s quota noted. Several long and short term terms listed. 24th ward results pending lots and vote counting may alter outcomes. candidates include John Murphy Sylvester Daily Jr Hugh McCullough among others.
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Allegheny
Select Council
Mesars
M. Cavani
Jas
Sive Dole
George H. Treusch
John of Ames
George Wilso Johns
Lambie
T. M. Broph
J. Hasl
Amas EF
Perry
H. Miller
G . E. KE. Warren
William C. McKinley
C._ Dwyer
D. Warmcastle
A. F. Keatting
James Fitzamme
T. A. Cepeeme
E_H. Mathews
Ae D. P. Evans
Ohn Berry
J d
A Nesbit
John Pent
John Moreno
Jean van Jones
Een Dix
John Kommer
B. H. Peabody
A. A. Gettys
Thomas D. Davia
Ee A
F. B. Langa
Charl Beady
James Berry
W. H. Craig
C. Sode
H. Stolenbach
F. Eglesdorf
C. B. Dietz
A. Wallace
C. Folaeeieer
Ww. KR Hemilton
Charles Zimmers
A. J. Locke
Sellers
Barker
Ciaries Mazill Bara
N. M. Garland
Hershman Ee m Boehmer
John Smith
P. W. Joyce
Gallagher
Janes Aroha
John Collame
John Shannessy
Ter
Agg
Tinhare
A. G. Etreib
Keefer
Albert Vonwell
Joseph Wilson
James A. McKee
Michael ©Ey
J. L. Hamilton
William Schammer
James D. Brooks
Joseph Krause
Dennis Lynch
J. P
E. Hickey
Alex. Wier
Richard Butler
H. Weeden
T. H. Martin
Jas, Sheran
Je Davis
T. M. King
Alfréd Ter Chas
Pirof
Michael Connelly
H. Busnte
John Murphy
Sylvester Daily, Sr
Martin Seheri
Hugh McCullough
H. Coleman
Thomas Pherson
Allegheny's Chosen Ones and Council Selections Listed
A report from the Re turning Board details selected councillors for Allegheny across wards and the Common Council. Names include Arthur nemmneys H Lowe E Wertheimer William M qanedy J H Lind sey R an Gilleford and many others, with multiple households and wards listed among the selections and school board representatives.
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Allegheny
Arthur Nemmneys
H. ©. Lowe
E Wertheimer
William M. Qanedy
J. H. Lindsey
R An Gilleford
Uebibronner
George Schad
M. Harman
Fred. Eurich
Jotn R. Hendricks
Morris Einstein
John P. Ober
Common Council—First
John T. Ae Charles
W. A. Ford
T. McMullen
Ceeene Lysle, Jr
H. Aleens
Kenne
G.M. Shillite
Joan Jepps
T. R. H. Cochran
Wenning Hiaasana
WilliaMiam Zoller
H. W. Minnes
Rand Dewald
Oscar Lindsey
W. W. Davis
F. McComb
L. €. Wynkoop
C. B. Nixon
BS. S. Day
Wm. A. Wagner
Theo
Carleton
P. J. Kunkle
D. W. Smith
R. Mar- Harper
Me Youngjoger
P. Wilhelm
Grit Yor
Charles Tunora
P. Newhart
W.G
P. W
Rynd, Brown
Owell
I Wilton
Hobert H Y
F. Reisman
Jacob Bupp
Warrants Issued for Ives and Stayner In Grand Larceny Case
In New York on February 23 Inspector Byrnes received a Recorder Smythe signed warrant for the arrest of eight defendants including Ives and George H Stayner on a grand larceny in the first degree indictment. Detective Von Warden of Ludlow Street is to detain them with bail rules in civil suits pending.
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New York
Byrnes
Smythe
Ives
George H. Stayner
Detai
von Warden
Ludlow Street
Jnsil
New York aids Confederate Veterans Home appeal at Austin
A New York Citizens' Committee to aid the National Confederate Soldiers' Home in Austin, Texas, held a meeting at the Fifth Avenue Hotel and urged newspapers and churches to promote contributions. The appeal notes funds needed to erect buildings and provide shelter for aged and disabled veterans, highlighting support from General Pryor and General Sherman, and calls for donations to Chauncey M. Depew and other prominent backers.
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New York
Austin
Tex
Rosser
W. T. Sherman
Baltimore
Citizens’ Committee
Fifth Avenue
Carl Schurz
Roger A. Pryor
Sherman
General Jardine
Tom Ochiltree
Joe Ginnach
Ajor
Jona B. Hood
Joby
Aroma Amend
Vanesotism
Charity
Este
Union of Hearts
Luton
Grant
Fransiegel
Chauncey M. Depew
Grand Central Depot
Ee Henry A. Barwon Rman
Oliver Do
Edward Jardine
M. T. MacMahone
John A. Cockrell
Charlies A
David T. F . Overton
Aeetch Lovell Foods
Frazer
John A. Wyeth
Committee
Uncle Sam's Little Joker in Philadelphia Record
Brief item from the Philadelphia Record referencing a humorous or satirical piece titled Uncle Sam's Little Joker. No further details available in the fragment.
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Uncle Sam
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