Posses comitatus clash over Homestead siege looms
The Governor and Sheriff butt heads as the Homestead stand‑off nears a police showdown. Citizens urged as a new armed posse face legal limits, while the state controls the power to quell violence and restore Carnegie property rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homestead
Commonwealth
Pinkertons
Carnegie
Carnegie Company
Posse Comitatus
McCleary
National Guard
Pinkerton
The Party of Inconsistency in Democratic Platform
The piece criticizes the Democratic Party for professing fixed principles in its platform while acting inconsistently in support of those doctrines, arguing the party preaches one set of beliefs yet pursues conflicting policies in practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Democratic Party Attitude Blocked by Free Silver Stance
The article accuses the Democratic Party of unreliability for opposing its creed and seeking alliance with the People's party to oppose the platform. It argues that Senators push free silver and Representatives may follow, urging voters to reject deception and preserve protection to cripple free trade for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
People’s Party
Democratic Party
Free
Gladstone’s Election Prospects Dim as Home Rule Hangs in Balance
From expected Liberal gains to a doubtful Home Rule path, the piece notes reduced support for Gladstone, Salis bury’s incendiary rhetoric, Irish leadership fractures, and a fragile majority that could imperil a long awaited Home Rule measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Gladstone
Daily News
Lord Salisbury
Ireland
Professor Garner to study simian tongue in Africa cage project
Professor R L Garner sails to Europe en route to Africa with phonographs telephones and electrical gear to study simian speech from a prepared cage among monkeys. He foresees translating monkey swearing and hopes simian language studies become standard university coursework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Garner
Europe
Africa
Zoological Gardens
Garner
Unionist view on Home Rule misreads Ireland Britain ties
The article argues Unionists err to fear Irish home rule would sever the two islands. It claims fair home rule would strengthen sincere union with Great Britain as English support grows. It notes Irish sentiment shifts and cites Washington on national union to aid Liberal opponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unionist Party
Ireland
Islands
Great Britain
Isle
England
George Washington
International Convention of Young People's Societies Opens
The eleventh International Convention of Christian Endeavor opened in New York with about thirty thousand delegates. The movement’s unsectarian character impresses by engaging youths from various churches and emphasizing social activities.
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International Convention of Young People's Societies of Christian Endeavor
New York
Movement to Promote Moral Associations Gains Global Attention
The convention aims to shape the rising generation and widen its influence for good. Weather is milder with fewer gusts this week, and travel roads show dusty summer conditions. The Democratic party faces scrutiny for platform violations affecting its reputation amid four presidential candidates and varied platforms.
FRet silver’s fate in the House under scrutiny
The text hints at political tension in the House over a pivotal decision involving FRet silver and Abeantecism, underscoring a high stakes moment with no room for excuses.
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Silver
Ourball Team Hangs Midtable Amid Safe-Play Uncertainty
Ourball remains stuck near the middle of the standings. The team trails toward safety but is not yet out of reach of relegation worries.
A Witty Chinaman Tries Opium Smuggling In Pigs Heads
Chinese burglar Fong Ah Chung attempted to end his life in jail after opium deprivation. A Ling Yung Company inspector visited and left. Later a second Chinese man brought three pigs heads stuffed with opium to the jail, but officials confiscated the contraband before it reached Chung.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Fong Ah Chung
Chung
Ling Yung Company
Hadeler
Stair
Music and Literature Courting Time for Chautauquans
Cuartauqua New York July 7 Special Mr L Flagler gave an entertaining musical lecture on Haydn with organ selections. The choir performed choruses from The Creation. Prof J Gilmore discussed Lowell readings and American poetry. Wickes spoke on self dates of teachers and marriage. Lizzie Gleeson read, and the Arion and glee clubs delivered new and favorite songs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuartauqua
N. Y
L. Flagler
Haydn
J. of. Gilmore
Lowell
W. BR. Wickes
Lizzie Gleeson
Arion
Uniform Wages for All Railroads Urged
The Northwestern Railroader urges a universal wage scale for all railroad employees across roads. It argues that uniform pay would reduce inter-class competition and discontent, ending constant outbreaks of guerrilla warfare and financial losses for workers and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curcaco
Northwestern Railroader
Pennsylvania's Soldiery Adjutant General Reports Strong Guard
The Adjutant General's Department will issue General Order No. 17 detailing spring inspections of the National Guard. Inspector General McKibben recommends disbanding Company B of the Third Regiment and Companies G of the Sixth Regiment and F and E of the Eighteenth Regiment. Reports show the guard in excellent condition and the general average very high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adjutant General
Adjutant General's Department
National Guard
McKibben
Mad Priest Of New Jersey Sent To Asylum
Rev Patrick A Treacy of St Pauls Church Burlington New Jersey has been moved to the Trenton Asylum for the Insane. Though not suffering from disease presently his condition may require long confinement and possible transfer to a private institution. He previously chased a parishioner from the church during a Sunday service at gunpoint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trerxton
N. J
Patrick A. Treacy
3. Paul's Catholic Church
Burlington
Trenton Asylum
Father
Ther Treacy
Foreboding forecasts on Irish tariff and fishing politics
The Boston Globe evokes Joseph Chamberlain warning of Irish tariff trouble for Gladstone, while noting the confident stance of the grand old man. Chicago Mall recalls Grover Cleveland fishing on Independence Day and Memorial Day, and hints at a similar luck on election day, asking what he will catch.
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Boston Globe
Joseph Chamberlain
Mr. Gladstone
Chicago Mall
Grover Cleveland
Strike at Monongahela City Delays Street Work
F C Hahn arrived with laborers to work on street improvements. Today men are recruited and prepared to begin, with the schedule awaiting confirmations and postings for a start date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monongahela City
Monoweaneta City
F. C. Hahn
Seale Nod
Enochis Te Anposten
Backnell University Receives $100000 Gift
A college in Luck, Pennsylvania reports Backnell University has secured another $100,000 from friends. The donation increases the institution's endowment and supports its ongoing programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawmopons
Backnell University
Responsibility for tragedy in wage dispute sparks riot
The Philadelphia Public Ledger warns shared blame in a deadly incident tied to Carnegie Steel and its workers. It argues haste over wages led to violent outcomes, with Pinkerton detectives acting as an armed force, complicating accountability for the riot and bloodshed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Carnegie Steel Company
Pinkerton
Philadephia
Allegheny County
Pinkertons
Public Highway Law Upheld In River Shooting Debate
The River a Public Highway argues that officers, not private individuals, enforce law. Civilians may defend premises but cannot kill to force passage on a public river bank. if assaulted, they must appeal to lawful authorities rather than violent action.
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New York Press
Monongahela
The
Buffalo Courier
Carnegie Company
Pinkerton Hessians
A Most Deplorable Event
Opinion pieces condemn Carnegie Steel's Pinkerton call and the Homestead clash. Editors urge state oversight, question private force, and stress workers and employers both have rights requiring lawful action.
Attempt to Crush the Union in Antipodean Labor Clash
Multiple editorials react to the Homestead conflict with Pennsylvania labor and Pinkerton detectives. They condemn private force used against workers, urge state action to restore order, and defend a company right to hire guards while critiquing the methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Pinkerton
Union
St. Louis Post Dispatch
Pennsylvania
Pinkertons
Coeron
Cleveland
Carnegie Steal Company
Homestead
Strikers clash with guards amid Homestead steel works dispute
The report notes that strikers acted improperly by interfering with company property and workmen, resisting deputies, and trying to block the law at the Homestead steel plant. It argues the strikers sought violence and that authorities should have limited their opportunities to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thea
Homestead Labor Clash Draws Broad Newspaper Debate
The Homestead dispute pits Carnegie Steel against locked out workers backed by a union. Editors warn Pinkerton guards were a misstep and call for state troops to restore order, while urging lawful peace and civic responsibility after bloodshed and threats fade.
Shootings by Pinkerton Detectives Stir Labor Strife
The Harrisburg Patriot criticizes Pinkerton detectives used during mill strikes. It argues their presence provokes violence and tensions between workers and managers, calling for peaceful resolution and sparing the detectives from further bloodshed. It warns against repeating yesterday’s bloody acts.
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Harrisburg
Pinkerton
Jinkerton
Pinkertons
Cosmopolitan Cullings
Alfred de Rothschild named trustee of the British National Gallery. Ex Empress Carlotta of Mexico in poor health with fits. Arkansas Governor suffering malarial fever and risk of recovery seen as doubtful. Bronze bust of Daniel Lothrop by Samuel Kitson on exhibit in Boston. Bre Bre Bre Croup, Red Cloud’s son, sent home from Hampton Institute due to consumption. Mrs P B Coatr climbs Mount Vesuvius top. Senate chums like Beck and Allison, Reed and Cochran noted. Rev Henry A Adams enjoys theatre. United States Minister at Lisbon Georg George & Bato thanks for return of Long Tom gun via General Batchellor.
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Alfred DE Rothschup
British National Gallery
Carlotta
Mexico
Lste
Daniel Lothrop
Boston
Samual Kitson
Hub
Bre Croup
Red Cloud
Hampton Institute
Virginia
P. B. Coatr
Memphis
Tenn
Mount Vesuvius
Senate
Chums Beck
Allison
Don Cameron
Butler
West
Plumb
Edmunds
Thurman
Damon and
Pythias
Tom Reed
Bourke Cochran
Henry A. Adams
Church of the Redeemer
New York
Georgal Geordze & Bato
United States
Lisbon
Batchellor
Portugal
London
Petersburg
Cape Hatteras
Australia
Aberdeen
Yale
Georgia
Salt Lake City
New York City
Heaven
Badeo
Berean
Cape Horn
England
Chicago
Terra del Fuero
Samuel Woodworth
Scituate
Sixty Suits to Be Brought in Chicago Over Smoke Nuisance
In Chicago, the Society for the Prevention of Smoke plans sixty prosecutions next week against violators of the city smoke ordinance. Secretary Phelps notes the nuisance worsened since the opening of major buildings, despite efforts to urge chimney devices and improved ventilation. The center of the nuisance is mapped between Polk street and the river, with smoke obscuring visibility across blocks on clear days.
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Caroaco
Phelps
Society For the Prevention of
Masonic Temple
Great Northern
Ashland
Polk Street
Inka
Trinity Church
Charlies C. Mellor
Iss Rowand
Jessie
Genevieve Emerson
Atlantic City
Kenka Lake
Georgie
Jennie McKown
Coraopolis
Ladies’ Association
Southaide Hospital
Knox House
Knoxville
Groner A. Laserit, Esq
Indian River
Argonaut Club
Fashion Decrees Against Funeral Flowers Spark Debate
The piece notes new social customs restricting funeral decorations to small sprays. It details epitaph fashions, mentions Mr. William Jonmnstox's return to New York, and reports on various social events and local residents, including hotel concerts and garden parties.
Starting for Africa Mr Garner Leaves to Study Monkeys in Africa
Robert D. Garner, veteran in studying monkey languages, plans a voyage from London to Cape Lopez in the French Kongo district to observe apes and learn a possible link between ape speech and local languages. He aims to converse with a distant ape species that reportedly builds shelters from dead wood and coasts inland.
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Europe
Africa
Robert D. Garner
Garner
London
Cape Lopez
Eins
Teupes
Remarkable 98-Year-Old Receives Full Dental Set
In Cotomars a 98 year old woman, Mary Ann Phister, had a full upper and lower denture fitted at Robin son & Lentz. She immigrated from Canton Berne Switzerland in 1839 with her husband John A. Phister, now widowed, and lives near Etna. Her health remains strong as she visits her grandson Samuel Phister on Galloway avenue.
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Cotomars
Robinson & Lentz
Mary Ann Phister
Canton
Berne
Switzerland
Etna
Curious Condensations of Global Juxtapositions
A compendium of oblique facts across nations notes demographics in the United States and Britain, energy and industry in Cairo and New York, science, transportation, and culture. It mentions snake deaths in Punjab, a Russian chamberlain ordering a costly piano, and the British postal telegraph system as a vast, modern network.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exoe
England
Countriey
New York
M. Rechayett-Mattzoff
Paris
Cairo
Egypt
Fragmented jokes and quips from a bustling early paper
A collage of misread bits and cartoons. Snatches include political jabs about Smythers and the Waterbury plan, comic quips on prices and unfair bills, a garbled dialogue about milkmaids and pumps, a ghost remark about hair, and a playful misnaming of couples. Also short lines about shirts worn as wristbands, a poker pun, a door boy and strawberry exchange, and a playful batting exchange.
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Bumpkin
Smythers
Teazel
Waterbury
Jonson
Thomson
New Fork Merald
Sam Gong
Star
Miss Elder
Misa Filypp
Detroit Pre Press
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Amt
Ph Opera
Faerie
France
Newee
Teems
Darter
Therates
Desraton
Party OF
Christian Endeavor
Tx Democratic Party
Trafic
Chinaman
Isto
HEW
Jersey
Mad
Clinchonat! Commercial Gazette
Haymarket
Carnegie Ple
Washington
New York Tribune
Beckicas
New York Herald
Pattison
Philadelphia Press
Blair
New York Times
Carnergie
Philadelphia Inquirer
Carnegis
Sheri
Philadelphia Times
Allegheny
Evrery
EaGuLe
Arkansas
Weaver
Défore
William Jonmnstox
Main Street
Charles B. Seaman
Forty-third Street
Paul Zimmerman
Kenmawr
Sincccess
J. Harvey Warries
Any Muna
D. Sarva
Stepa
Tonicut
Shadyside Presbyterian Church
New Brighton
Newsboys
de L. Magee
Building Commission
Afr
E. B. Smith
Keenan
Kerr
Taz Hammond
Bellevue
Negley Avenue
Charles Donnelly
Fifth Avenue
Wylie
Schenley Park
Ellwood
Mr. Garner
Baltimore
Captain Horne
Japan
Montana
California
Monte Carlo
Maine
Dunkirk
Turkey
New England
Grant
Hiram Lukens
Doylesborow Intelligencer
Aix-]s-Chapelle
Aichen
Germany
Carlo Magno
Great Britain and Ireland
Miss
Mister
Besa
Abe
Choily
New Fort
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