Pendleton Seeks Court Challenge On House Quorum
In a contested election, Pendleton of West Virginia challenges Atkinson’s seat after a House quorum dispute. The case aims for quo warranto review and potential Supreme Court ruling on speaker counting and constitutional quorum, with broad implications for congressional action and rule interpretation.
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Congress
West Virginia
Pendleton
Supreme Court
Wasursorox
Virginia
House
Reed
District of Columbia
United States Supreme Court
Attimeon
House of Representatives
Daniell
Pendieton
Dalzell
Sheentees
Lightner
Cleveland Clears $100000 From Real Estate Deal
February 27 report states ex-President Cleveland sold for $140000 to a California syndicate, netting him at least $100000 after price adjustments. Real estate dealers claim boosters funded by graduates aided the rise, with an electric railway under way from Georgetown to Tennallytown boosting suburban development and street work around Washington.
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Cleveland
Georgetown
Tennallytown
Washingcon
Delegation Seeks Connellsville Postoffice for Mrs Reed
A Connellsville delegation led by Col. J. M. Reed W M Fuller and K E H Hopwood visited Washington to back Mrs Reed for the Connellsville postoffice They presented her case to Post Office Department official Mr W Anatmaker and sought influence from Congressman Ray in the Capitol for the candidate's benefit.
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Ray
Reconnaissance Plan for South American Railway Route
In the House Mr. Bockalew of Pennsylvania introduced a resolution authorizing the President to conduct a reconnaissance for a railroad line extending south through the Central American States Colombia Ecuador Peru and Bolivia to Sucre. The resolution calls for detailing officers in the public service to prosecute the project.
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Pennsylvania
Mide
Central American
Colombia
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Peru
Bolivia
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Public Service
Quiet Senate press crackdown raises secrecy questions
The Dolph Investigating Committee probes how executive-session proceedings reach public view. A new rule clears the press lobby and gallery offices during sessions, doubles doorkeeper distance, and narrows access to the document room. Reporters question the efficacy of walls and doors blocking information.
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Dolph
Senate
Associated Press
United Press
Salary Fix For Hamilton Surgeon General Approved
The Senate passed a bill setting Dr. Hamilton's salary as Surgeon General of the Marine Hospital Service at $6,000 a year. Debate touched on attempts to raise his pay to Army Surgeon General level and noted longevity pay and other perquisites. The office is a Treasury Bureau and Hamilton's pay would equal the Treasurer of the United States at $5,000, while the bill sets his at $6,000.
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Marine Hospital Service
Army
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Senator Cullom
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The
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Treasury Department
Treasury
Washington
United States
Shooting on a Train in Missouri Involves Gambler Wounding
On a Iron Mountain train near Dexter Missouri February 37 Mark A Baren a Chicago gambler was shot and wounded by Charles Hatfield of Henderson Kentucky during a poker game with George Jones and Kelvin a traveling man It began as a skin game and Baren lost about 700 pounds before being struck with a revolver Baren was carried to Poplar Bluff and survived but Hatfield escaped after the attack causing a panic among passengers on the moving train
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Mark A. Baren
Chicago
Charles Hatfield
Henderson
Dexter
Baren
George Jones
Chinn
Hetfield
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Matirid
Arew
Baron
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Sherman’s Trust Measure Delayed By Senate
The Senate considered the bill to declare unlawful trusts and combinations in restraint of trade. Sherman reported the measure from the Finance Committee and moved to strike the third section. George argued the bill unconstitutional and impractical to convict or sue under. The bill passed over without action.
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Committee On Finance
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Congress
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Ardent Suitor Arrested Over Love at Parish
George J. Whitbred a 28 year old Astor House cashier was arraigned for disorderly conduct after a pursuit at a church. He had pressed Miss Katie Jacques a 20 year old parochial teacher with declarations of undying love and demanded they marry at the priest's house. Whitbred claimed engagement but Miss Jacques and her aunt resisted and Father Ward called a policeman leading to his detention.
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New York
George J. Whitbred
Astor House
Justice Walsh
Father Ward
Whitbred
Katie Jacques
St. Charles
Miss McCabe
O'Donnell
Jacques
St. Leonard's Academy
Katie
Miss Cabe
Cirl
Attempted assassination at Dr. Alexander Neil home
A burly man rang for Dr. Alexander Neil at 11 PM and, after entering, tried to shoot him. The doctor wrested the revolver and the intruder fled, then a stone was thrown at the plate glass door. Police suspect a relative of Psyche Fallis seeking vengeance.
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Neil
Dr. Neil
Psyche Fallis
Cincinnati
Evangelical Conference Opens in Shamoetin
The Eastern Pennsylvania Evangelical Conference opened with Bishop J. J. Esher of Chicago in chair. 165 ministers attended and charges were brought against Esher by four elders. A trial was set for March 19 at Salem Church, Reading, with Esher declining to vacate the chair. Charges allege slander falsehood and creating church dissension.
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Eastern Pennsylvania Evangelical Conference
J. J. Esher
Chicago
W. A. Leopold
Esher
Salem Church
Reading
Extensive Lumber Frauds Prompt Federal Inquiry
A special Telegram from Calais Maine reports Treasury officials in Washington will start a board of agents to investigate alleged extensive lumber frauds on the St. Croix river. Lumber dealers fear exposure and plan testimony to exculpate methods as officials prepare inquiry into millions allegedly withheld from the public treasury.
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St. Croix
Treasury
Washington
SenateOKs Columbus Statue Bill At Capitol Circle Site
A Senate bill funds a bronze Christopher Columbus statue with a $75,000 appropriation and designates the western Capitol entrance circle on Pennsylvania Avenue as the site. The Navy secretary the Joint Committee on the Library chair and the Capitol architect will handle the contract.
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Senate
Christopher Columbus
Naval Monument
Tonavew
Capitol
Pennsylvania Avenue
Secretary of the Navy
Forgery Suspect William H. Furstman Arrested in New Orleans
Sheriff Wilson reports the arrest of William H. Furstman in New Orleans for forgery tied to a disappearance last November and a nearly $200,000 loss. Twenty four indictments are pending in the county and a requisition will be sought unless the prisoner waives.
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Pontiac
Inn
Wilson
New Orleans
William H. Furstman
Victory for Warmouth in Senate Commerce Committee
Washington February 27 The Senate Committee on Commerce reported favorably on the nomination of ex Governor Warmouth to be Collector of Customs at New Orleans. It is expected the nomination will win broad Democratic support when brought to the full Senate for confirmation.
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Waashington
Senate Committee On Commerce
Warmouth
New Orleans
Pendleton's body arrives at New York
The body of George H. Pendleton former minister to Germany reached New York Harbor aboard the Enterprise and will be taken ashore tomorrow. The coffin lay on the quarterdeck encircled by guards and draped with a flag as it was guarded aboard the vessel.
Pell Remains in Tombs as Grand Jury Probes Case
In New York February 27 a grand jury questioned President Classsen today. Tomorrow ends the February term and indictments are to be returned or denied. Pell is again jailed in the Tombs after bail was refused.
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New York
President Classsen
Pell
Landslide Blocks C O Railway Track Near Quinnemont
A landslide occurred near Quinnemont on the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway at 4 a m, covering 200 yards of track. An 18 car freight train struck the slide a few minutes later, wrecking nearly all the cars but causing no injuries.
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W. Va
Quinnemont
Here
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
Bribery Plot in Nanticoke Ends with Elopement
Alfred Nagle paid Michael Schwarz 1000 to leave Clara Neuburger and marry her. Clara feigned death in a coffin shipped to Philadelphia, then fled with Schwarz. Nagle sued to recover the money. Schwarz arrested in Philadelphia.
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Michael Schwarz
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Clara Neuberger
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Schwarz
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Philadelphia
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Miss Neuburcer
Miss Neuburger
Land of the Living
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Bedware
Iie
Dom Pedro on Brazil and Republic prospects
Dr Morel, editor of La Nacion, quotes Dom Pedro, noting his reluctance to discuss Brag and acceptance of a republic. He favors focusing on Brazil's own affairs, expects consolidation of the new Republic, and says he would return if urged but has no current plan to issue a manifesto. He believes Brazil will keep the Union intact.
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Morel
la Nacion
Buenos Ayres
Mendones
Washington
Dom Pedro
Brasil
The Bill in Danger
Columbus report on the second reading of the Congressional redistricting bill and a failed move to reference it to a three member committee with Sonorant as chairman. The Cincinnati public works reform passes, Campbell gains control, and a state elections board plan is introduced with four governor appointed members and Australian ballot secrecy.
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Lucas
Erie
Committee On Privileges and Elections
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Campbell
Cincinnati
State Board of Elections
Eugene
Chinese May Go Premium There
New York reports Chinese gold rush talk after discoveries in Northern China. Many Chinese laborers plan to sell shops and return home to buy mining claims. Tong An is cited as chief operator and Tong Vu links to California mining networks, with strong incentives including tax protection and government support.
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New York
China
California
Chicago
Tong ¥ ii
Mack Wing
Tong Vu
America
Ae Senna
Tempest in a Teapot over World's Fair lakefront site
Warren Leland and H V Bemis owners of the Leland House and Hotel Richlien oppose locating the World’s Fair on the lake front. They warn the park would be burdened with fair buildings blocking air and lake view and accuse railroads of land grabs for a depot. Bemis threatens Supreme Court action to defeat the plan.
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H. V. Bemis
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Supreme Court
Malarial Fever Strikes Crew A. M. Brundrit
The schooner A M Brundrit from Barcelona to New York reports a deadly malarial outbreak. Of the five crew, three died, the captain and one sailor survived, and Captain Foote tended the sick for three weeks with one remaining seaman aboard.
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St. Johns
Newfoundland
Barcelona
Foote
Nevigsleler
Editors Up in Arms Over Language Strife in Northwest
The French press rages over abolishing their language in the Northwest and Orange bills. Nationale urges closer ties with American neighbors to erase the North American boundary. La Justice calls for openly repealing the confederation if Orangeism persists.
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Northwest
Nationale
North America
la Justice
Neebe Brother Seeks Pardon From Governor Fifer
Louis Neebe brother of Oscar Neebe the anarchist met Governor Fifer in Springfield with Jacob Gross Louis Hutt and Captain McGrath to deliver a petition from Chicago brewers urging swift action on Oscar Neebe’s case. Fifer asked for more time before deciding. Also reports an attempted train wreck near Independence Ohio as three ties were wedged into a cattle guard prior to a Baltimore and Ohio express arrival.
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Springfield
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Oscar Neebe
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Louis
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Louis Hutt
Captain McGrath
Chicago
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Cleveland
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Rede
Enterprise Controversy Sailor Wounded By Sword On Deck
The American cruiser Enterprise returned to New York amid turmoil after two years at sea. Commander Bowman H. McCalla faces allegations of cruel discipline including a sailor cut down with a sword at the mast and two officers under arrest for court martial.
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Somers
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Spencer
Secretary of the Navy
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MecCalla
James Entwistle
George W. Kline
Blizzard in Kansas Kills Eleven as Cold and Hunger Strikes
A special dispatch reports a deadly Kansas blizzard with temperatures around ten below zero and strong winds. Eleven people die from cold and hunger while cattle losses mount and fruit and winter wheat are severely damaged. Rescue teams and aid efforts mobilize as Morton, Srevalle, and Hodgman counties suffer worst conditions. Fire later tears through Braddock Opera House Block, causing losses.
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Here
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Srevalle
Hodgman Nonnties
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Stevens Coun
Lincoln Still Fights Death Rumor Over Young Lincoln
A cable report from London claims Abraham Lincoln is near death after medical efforts in Paris. Eminent physicians describe his recovery as remarkable as he endures multiple exhausting operations and brief comas, while Minister Lincoln bears hopes and receives sympathy cables prompted by the false death notice.
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Abraham Lincoln
Paris
Abraham
Lincoln
Reform of the Army and Navy Report in Criticism
The Marquis of Hartingtons commission report due next week condemns the War Office system as extravagant and inefficient. It calls for abolishing the Commander in Chief post held by the Duke of Cambridge and creating a military Chief of Staff with an Advisory Board. It also recommends moving warrants power from the Secretary of State to Parliament while praising the Navy as well organized.
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Marquis of Hartington
Army
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Pauncefote in Trouble May Be Recalled from Washington
The British minister at Washington, Pauncefote, faces possible recall due to policy differences with Lord Salisbury. A temporary replacement, likely Sir Charles Tupper, may sail this week to take over, amid tensions over fisheries and Canadian affairs. Rumors say Pauncefote could be superseded as dispatches with Salisbury grow incoherent.
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Canada
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Owever
Stanley
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Paune
Berlin Labor Conference Seeks Attendance Without Bis marcks
The Berlin Labor Conference will proceed without Prince Bismarck and Count Herbert Bismarck as Austria Italy Holland Switzerland Denmark and Sweden accepted invitations. In Behring Sea, Sir James Fergusson denied any settlement. negotiations continue.
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Parliament approves 220 million for barracks upgrade
The House of Commons authorized an expenditure of 220000000 to improve and extend military barracks across the country, marking a major defense infrastructure push.
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House of Commons
Russia Prepares for Colossal Maneuvers Next Summer
St Persessvec reports the Russian army is mobilizing for summer drills on a scale described as the most colossal to date. The article notes expected maneuvers, scale, and national mobilization mood.
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Lottery scheme promised funds once law passes
Telegram from New Orleans reported by the Bismarck Tribune claims a Louisiana company will pay money into the State Treasury at once if the Sandoger bill becomes law. President M. A. Dawfurs disputes General Early, asserts the offer was made in good faith to ease the treasury, and the dispatch is in the present tense.
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Tribune
Dauphin
Anxious Man Tries Drowning in Monongahela River
Thomas Miller, 55, went into the Monongahela River at Ferry Street and lay down to drown before 1 a.m. Police Officer William Smith halted the attempt and took him to Central Station. Miller was once a tenor at Grant Street School. C L Mages was reportedly his former pupil.
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Monongahela
Ferry Street
William Smith
Central Station
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ST Natligegs Brow
Diamond Street
Grant Street
C. L. Mages
James Russell Lowell Suffering From Illness
Reports from Boston on February 27 indicate the health of James Russell Lowell, long afflicted by a cold, has deteriorated and caused concern among his acquaintances and physicians.
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James Ressell Lowell
Bostos
James Russell Lowell
Eleven street railroad ordinances pass in hurried council session
Both branches of Council met in special session and passed eleven street railroad ordinances along with the annual appropriation. The measures drew near unanimous support, with debate over park funding and street repairs, and several related ordinances to follow up at the next meeting.
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D. Warmensile
Wagzoner
Liberty Avenue
Traction Road Ordinances Move Forward Amid Budget Talks
A report from Controller Monrow notes the assessors’ triennial assessment reports are printed and ready for distribution and proposes handing them to the City Treasurer. The session then shifts to appropriation provisions, viewed as efficient with no friction anticipated.
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