Homestead Truce Possible as Lawfulness Reigns
The editorial argues that order at Homestead has been restored with minimal damage and credits the Governor's measured troop deployment and the Advisory Committee's powers. It warns against violent resistance and urges a peaceful, lawful settlement between Amalgamated Association and Carnegie Company, stressing law, public opinion, and economic interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homestead
Amalgamated Association
Carnegie Company
Labor
Oates
Congressional Committee
Pittsburg
Naval battleships face criticism over reliability
European observers condemn the giant warships as costly and unwieldy. Problems cited include boiler explosions on the French Dupuy de Loume and frequent leaks on English ships, plus delicate hydraulic systems driving the big guns. The overall effectiveness in actual combat remains uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Dupuy de Loume
England
Navy strategy urged against battleship buildup debate
A British naval writer argues the safest U S policy is to wage naval war by targeting merchant ships and avoiding major battleships, warning that more battleships may provoke famine and fail to deter foreign aggression. The piece notes Congress debates fleet expansion and favors cruisers and coastal defense as a quicker warning to enemies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
England
Liberal gains in English elections hint at Home Rule fate
Early returns show Liberal gains sufficient for a possible majority of four to ten or more, creating a narrow path for Home Rule. A sweep of thirty could secure passage with a carefully framed measure, but party splits and Lords resistance threaten progress and may trigger another general election around the time of the U.S. presidential inauguration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Gladstone
Sevila
Charybdis
House of Lords
Salisbury
England
United States
Stricken St Johns Fire Prompt Calls for Aid
A report says St Johns Newfoundland suffered a devastating fire larger in proportion to its size than Chicago's blaze. Churches, blocks, and homes were destroyed leaving many homeless. The piece urges U S relief and notes shared ties with New England and Nova Scotia.
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St. Johns
Newfoundland
Chicago
United States
Upper Canada
Nova Scotia
Great Britain
New England
The Silver Dilemma and the Silver Basis Debate
A column discusses the silver question pointing to 1890 act as the crisis trigger. It cites Robert Giffen and Henry Raphael arguing gold premium risks and greenbacks’ role, while noting Treasury limits in sustaining silver and the possibility of a gold or silver standard shift.
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United States
Robert Giffen
England
Henry Raphael
Giffen
Foster
Treasury
New York
Raphael
Mr. Giffen
Ton du- Patou
Silver Policy Dilemma Pushes for International Agreement
The discussion centers on silver and gold parity as described by leaders like Sherman. The piece frames the choice between a gradual shift to silver and a rapid move via free coinage, warning of dire consequences and urging an international silver agreement to avoid a disastrous path.
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Sherman
Plague of Disorder Flares Across United States
Telegraph dispatches describe widespread unrest from Pittsburg to Cour d’Alene and Kentucky. Reports note miner clashes, race tensions, and violence prompting calls for sober legislation and calm government action.
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Pittsburg
Cour d’Alene
Homestead
United States
Paducah
Kentucky
Montana
Wyoming
Various 19th Century Figures Mentioned in Briefs
A compilation of short notices names M Pastecor ill with cholera in Paris, Wolseley scarred from Sebastopol, Dr. Depew declined Secretary of State, Lincoln resumes London at homes, Sherman praising the new secretary, Sarasate godfather to Pablo Stern, Leo Stern linked to Nettie Carpenter, Nicolmi and Lamperts, Hotel Nicholas at Dinard, Grorce P Inete as Washington World's Fair agent, Jony Joserx Nouri claims Noah’s ark finds, Nouri decorated by Czar and Shah, Arthur Sullivan recovering and set for Leeds festival and new Savoy score.
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Depew
Lincoln
London
Sherman
Sarasate
Pablo Stern
Mia
Leo Stern
Nettie Carpenter
Biexor Nicolmi
Patti
Lamperts
Nicholas
Nicolini
Dinard
Brittany
Grorce P. Inete
State of Washington
Grant
United States
Alaska
Jony Joserx Nouri
D. D
Mount Arrarat
New York
Nouri
Russia
Persia
Tammany's Stirring Showing at Monmouth Park
Baltimore American notes Tammany delivered a splendid race at Monmouth Park on Saturday. It warns that in the great fixture for November those colors will be far behind when the wire is reached.
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Baltimore
National Guard Called to Homestead by Pennsylvania Governor Pattison
Governor Pattison ordered the entire Pennsylvania National Guard to Homestead to aid the Sheriff in preserving peace after a request from the local law officer. Critics say he acted swiftly, while supporters expect the move to restore public order and public sympathy for the workers’ stance.
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New York
Pattison
Pennsylvania
Homestead
New York Tribune
National Guard
Allegheny County
Fifth Appeal Moves Governor Pattison to Act at Homestead
The Cincinnati Times-Star reports Governor Pattison uses the Pennsylvania National Guard to restore order at Homestead after the fifth sheriff’s appeal. Supporters hail timely action restoring law, ending strike defiance, and protecting owners’ rights. Public sentiment favors decisive force to quell unrest.
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Cincinnati
Governor Pattison Orders National Guard to Homestead
The governor finalizes action after civil authority is exhausted and orders the Pennsylvania National Guard, over 8,000 troops, to Homestead to restore order. Editorials urge restraint, arbitration, and preservation of law, praising timely use of militia to protect civilization and labor rights.
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New York
Pattison
Pennsylvania National Guard
Homestead
National Guard
Pennsyl
Union
Pennsylvania
Keystone State
Harrisburg
Homestead Struggle Viewed as Government Order Upholding Law
The Homestead conflict shifts from employer versus worker to a citizens versus public authority clash. Authorities stress only one outcome restoring order through law. The New York Times notes the order’s great weight and calls for calm, prudent actions to avoid military intervention.
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New York Herald
Homestead
New York Times
Pattison Becomes Decisive Governor to Restore Order
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle argues Pattison has moved from half measures to using full authority as Chief Executive. It notes public relief at firm action, warns against delays, and calls for restoring law and order with force if required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pattison
Commonwealth
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Crespo's Defeat a Sham in Caracas Battle
Reports from Caracas describe a bloody June battle near La Guayra where Crespo's advance column and Guerra fought on multiple fronts. Government forces claimed victory though heavy casualties occurred with Generals Monteverde Diaz Zamora killed, and rebels allegedly feigning retreat to trap the troops.
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Caracas
Venezuela
la Guayra
Guerra
Vega
Crespo
Mendoza
Monteverde
Diaz
Zamora
Acarigua
Arause
Guerras
Liangeros
Advan
Uayebe
Francis Joseph and Bismarck in Vienna Clash
Reports from Vienna indicate Emperor Francis Joseph refused Prince Bismarck an audience. The Vossische Zeitung notes the emperor favored Bismarck but needed government approval, while the Reinische Kurier cites the visit during Budapest fetes and a note declining the meeting.
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Bismarck
Francis Joseph
Vienna
Budah Pesth
Hungary
Ema
Caint Andrassy
Austria-Hungary
Herbert Bismarck
Omaha Convention Names Field as Vice Presidential Candidate
In a terse party skirmish, the Omaha Convention selected a fierce, unrepentant rebel named Field for the Vice Presidency. He is described as stubborn and solitary, likely to feel isolated once returns arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Omaha
Reformer Weaver Contrasts Amateur Label in Chicago
A Chicago Mail note argues Candidate Weaver is not an amateur reformer, framing him as a seasoned reformer in contrast to critics. The remark hints at political tensions around Weaver and his reform agenda.
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Chicago Mail
Weaver
Deaths: Kate Castleton Actress and former stage star
Kate Castleton, renowned actress and star of The Cdaizzler farce company, died in Providence after a career marked by stage notoriety and a series of high profile marriages. Her life included marriages to Fred Elliott, a famed forger, and later to Harry Phillips, manager of Crazy Patch, with turbulent marital events shaping her public image.
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Kate Castleton
Providence
Yesterday Morning
Dispatch
Cdaizzler
Fred Elliott
Joe Elliott
Joe Reiily
Hate Castleton
New York
San Francisco
Elliott
Prncr
Kate
Tage
Broadway
Sixth Avenue
Harry Phillips
English-born organist George Morgan dies on Tacoma tour
George Washburne Morgan an organist and composer died in Tacoma Washington Sunday after a painful illness. He was born in Gloucester England in 1823 and began public organ playing at age 12. Morgan toured the Pacific States with his harpist daughter Miss Maud Morgan leaving New York about April 2. He wrote over 80 compositions and was famed nationwide in recital circuits. A friend of President Arthur he also served briefly as a Union soldier.
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George Washburne Morgan
Tacoma
Waahi
Maud Morgan
Pacific States
New York
Mr. Morgan
Gloucester
England
Cathedral
Soren
London
Mor
Seco Isyer
Arthur
Thenion
Obituary notices and deaths from scattered reports
George W Bungay poet dies in Bloomfield New York at age 76, long associated with the Tribune and noted for Creed of the … Also notices Isaac Luisy, brewery head, Eben heart disease causes death, and Scottish actor Fruiprrien H Doveass dies in Newcastle upon Tyne. London vaudeville partner Tom Purcell dead in London. Maggie Oliver dies in Australia aged 44. Samuel A Bioca, Little Rock Hebrew writer, dies after 50 years of activity in the United States and Europe.
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Isaac Luisy
Cleveland
Eben
Fruiprrien H. Doveass
Charles Wryndham
Newcastle-on-Tyne
Tom Purcell
London
Hall
Maggie Oliver
Australia
Sydney
Re Jan
Inamon
Paddy Mies
Samuel A. Bioca
Little Rock
Ark
Europe
Scuethias
Open Day at Maple Shade Lawn Fete Draws Large Crowd
The Maple Shade home for aged United Presbyterians hosted a successful lawn fete with Chinese lanterns and incandescent lights. Guests enjoyed Russian tea, cool drinks, flowers, and music while children were entertained. The event showcased the church’s social reach and the new acquisition’s debut, despite weather and scheduling hiccups.
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Maple Shade
United Presbyterians
William Waldorf Astor Alive After Big Hoax
From London July 12 the reports say William Waldorf Astor caught a cold and recovered quickly. He remained convalescent but uninjured, taking meals with family and planning a drive. Cable inquiries and rumors had circulated about his death, later revealed as a cruel hoax likely funded by a mysterious cipher or extortion scheme.
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Dispatch
London
William Waldorf Astor
Lansdowne House
Astor
Berkeley Square
New York
Bavarian Immigrant Held at Norris Asylum
Henry Metz a Bavarian by birth and longtime farmer near Camp Hill moved to the United States after the Franco Prussian war. He was jailed in Bavaria for derogatory remarks about the Imperial Government, returned home with his wife and daughter, later became alternately violent and depressed, and was declared temporarily insane by a Jenkintown physician. He is to be treated at Norris State Hospital.
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Bavaria
Henry Motz
Camp Hill Station
Metz
Uhlan Cavalry
Jenkintown
Norrison
Famine Relief Efforts Reported From St Petersburg Dispatch
A July dispatch from St Petersburg summarizes a Czarevitch committee report on famine relief. It notes about 13 million pounds of provisions planned for distribution this month and a large cereal stock, with transportation difficulties delaying grain delivery and planting supplies for peasants.
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Wasuixotom
Secretary of State
United States
St. Petersburg
Czarevitch
Atone
Chautauqua Benefit Chorus Grows in Numbers and Skill
At Chautauqua on July 19 the CHarratqrva chorus showed rapid growth in numbers and quality. Prof O Qamin spoke on Ancient Greek Art and Society, with engaging sculpture history and Athens as art center. Syracuse Glee Club joined with light and classic songs.
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Charratqrva
O. Qamin
Athens
Starr
Finger
Chantengen
Amphi Theater
Merrill
Syracuse Glee Club
Republican Campaign Record Emphasized in New York Advert
The article argues the Republican party stands on a record of usefulness to the country with no extraneous issues between parties in the campaign. It presents a blunt defense of party integrity and policy focus in a New York Commercial Advertiser context.
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New York
Republian Party
Curious Condensations of Unusual Facts
A montage of oddities and trivia from science, history, and geography. Notable items include eight eyed spiders, silkworm cocoons, economic values of gold, perils of London fires, and curious notes on pyramids, passports, and the Chicago Fair.
fragmentary comic, ads, and quotes in a newspaper page
A collage of dialogue snippets and humorous lines from various papers. Highlights include a writer asking for note paper, a preacher sermon note on vanity, and quips about Columbus articles and the July Fourth.
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Diamond Streets
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York
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Feria
France
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Berm
Afc Aotel Ames
Portage Pree
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Damy Drsraton
Wilhelm
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Forr
Cyrus W. Field
Frenz Silver
M. Pastecor
Paris
Lorp Wolseley
Sebastopol
Arthur Sullivan
Leeds
Savoy Opera
the National Guard
New York Post
Philadelphia Times
Washington Post
Militia
Foros
Francis Joseph and
Wayback
George W. Morgan
George W. Bungay
Post
John G. Bungay
Bloomfield
N. Y
Mr. Bungay
the Tribune
Sewickley
Fulton
United Presbyterian
United Presbyterian Women's Association
Wae Shade
Chautauqua
Old
Egypt
Chicaroee House
New World
Isabell
Fort Riley
Kan
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Dead Sea
House of Commons
Indore
Tsuda
Erro Mawr College
Japan
Carnot
French Republic
Il P. We
Nodawnay
India
Youssoupoff
Bus
Ece
Philip IV
Salem
Ore
Switzerland
Basie
Conrad II
Henry III
Rudolph
Burgundy
Oxford
Cambridge
University of
Gazzam
Maddox
Washington Star
Christopher Columbua
Indianapolis
Cupid
Bilix
Jack
Jim
York Press
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