Dudley predicts Gorman and Blaine vie for 1892 nomination
Colonel W W Dudley of Indiana tells Boston that Blaine and Gorman are leading Republican prospects for the next presidential race. He doubts Quay will resign from the National Committee and predicts the Farmers Alliance fades. He says Democrats will nominate Gorman, backed by the South, with Blaine as backup if alive.
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Dudley
Bostox
W. W. Dudley
Indiana
Blaine
Gorman
Poliieim
Uer
Quay
National Committee
Farmers’ Alliance Movement
Detroit
Tribine
William A Gavett
Westerday
J. H. Manney
Ata
Gavett
James G. Blaine
Regiena Party
Maniey
Cau
Disti
Ley
Wington
Elaine and Blaine deny Bright's disease claim in dispatch
Bar HaAEpon reports Mr Elaine sees fewer visitors while Secretary Blaine refutes a sensational illness allegation. Blaine calls the claim fake and notes the dispute traces back to earlier times, with private secretary Dent and historical references cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bar Haaepon
Elaine
Epen
Siste Department
Dent
Blaine
Bright
C. of Medicine
Beck
Night and Day Sessions Break My Nervous System
The speaker laments ongoing exhaustion from long filibuster sessions and overwork. Since 1876 the mental strain has persisted, and after years of sleep and food deprivation the person must endure further hardship. He notes a vow to persevere until 1900 despite illness and fatigue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fae Lam
Kerr Indorsed as Pennsylvania Clerkship Favored by Democrats
A Philadelphia conference of Fifty-second Congress Democrats from Pennsylvania settled on State Chairman Kerr as the preferred candidate for the next Clerk of the House. Marsh sought the post but acknowledged Kerr's claim and pledged no opposition, while colleagues affirmed Kerr’s entitlement and pledged support.
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Marsh
Philadelphia
Dooner
House of Representatives
William Mutchler
Easton
J. B. Reilly
Pottaville
Edwin Hallowell
Willow Grove
D. B. Brauner
Reading
G. F. Krebs
Clarion
E. E. Beltzhoever
Carlisle
William McAleer
Kerr
Levi B.ich
Pennsylvania
Everett
J. Kerr
Caricature Sparks Backlash in Scranton Politics
In Scranton on July 23 a caustic caricature in Congressman Scranton’s paper attacked Major Everett Warren’s candidacy for President of the State League of Republican clubs. Warren’s friends denounce the piece and threaten retaliation amid calls for neutrality.
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Dispatch
Scranton
Major Everett Warren
State League of Republican Clubs
Major Warren
League
Kinson
Darrell
Con
Gereseman Scranton
Cleveland To Take The Stump In Campaign
The Democratic State Executive Committee extends an invitation to ex President Cleveland to deliver at least six speeches for Governor Campbell during the coming campaign. Officials including Governor Hill and Senators Voorhees Vance Vilas are to assist. James E Neal named campaign chairman as the state effort opens around early September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic State Executive Committee
Cleveland
Campbell
Sach
Hill
Palmer
Peck
Boies
Voorhees
Vance
Vilas
James E. Neal
Dauphin County Farmers Endorse Ocala Platform at Meeting
Dauphin County Farmers Alliance held a Harrisburg gathering adopting resolutions backing the Ocala platform and urging state recognition for agricultural and industrial classes. They call for free textbooks, strict liquor laws, and oppose Judge Simonton's re election by the bar while stressing judge independence and county office rotation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erecta
Harrisavre
Dauphin County Farmers’ Alliance
Ocala
Simonton
Skeleton Giants Found Near Chantanggua Farm
Laborers uncover enormous bones while grading an electric railroad linking Lakewood and Jamestown. Local historians claim prehistoric origin, while others suggest white settler remains from French and Indian wars. A curious note is the man's intact lower jaw and the missing woman's jaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chantanggua
Crawravgua
Lakewood
Jamestown
Chattaugula
Jury Bribery Case Disposed by Acquittal in New Orleans
The last jury bribery case before Judge is disposed of by verdict of acquittal in New Orleans on July 25. The proceedings concluded with the jurors delivering a verdict clearing the defendants of bribery charges.
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New Orleans
New Orleana
Not Guilty Verdict in Bribery Attempt Case
Emile Bagnetto faced a jury this morning accused of attempting to bribe Tales Juror Dave Bondage. After an hour of deliberation, the jury returned a not guilty verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Emile Bagnetto
Tales
Dave Bondage
Railroad Lease Talks Tie Ohio and Mississippi to B and O
A New York report says negotiations exist for leasing the Ohio and Mississippi to the Baltimore and Ohio system. The O and M runs 341 miles Cincinnati to St Louis, with Springfield and Louisville divisions pushing total length above 600 miles. The B and O has eyed the line before, and a lease could reshape traffic and rate practices.
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New York
Baltimore and Ohio
Mississippi
St. Louis
Southwestern
Ohio and
Cincinnati
Springfield
Louisville
Taking Care of the Hebrews Plan From Philadelphia
The Hebrew Alliance of America issues an appeal for united Hebrew aid to Russian Jewish immigrants. It calls for districted operations led by local branch officers to assign settlements for families, and urges community members to devote time to guide newcomers to housing and livelihoods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Hebrew Alliance of America
Excursion Steamer Collision Avoids Calamity at Sea
An excursion steamer Drew of the People's Line struck the barge Merchant eight miles below Albany. The barge carried women and children and sank in shallow water but all on board were rescued with no drownings reported.
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Albany
Knights of Pythiss
Greenbush
Drew
People's Line
Mimic Naval War Demonstrates White Squadron Drills
In New York the White Squadron, anchored in the bay, staged naval drill maneuvers with Minne sota boats manned by naval militia. The display included a 6 40 signal to arm, boat formations, and a night searchlight exhibition showing the squadron’s vigilance against stealth assaults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
P. A. Cutter
Minnesota
Bound for Liverpool Christie Warden Murderer Said to Leave
Hanover reports Christie Warden killer Almy is believed aboard the Mongolian, a cattle steamer that sailed from Montreal to Liverpool. Police will pause the search until Liverpool authorities confirm the suspect’s location.
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Almy
Hanover
Christie Warden
Montreal
Liverpool
Pseudo Marshals Granted Bail in Charleston Assault Case
In a preliminary examination of pseudo deputy marshals charged with assault on sailors from the steamship Charleston bail was set at 12 000 pounds for Breedlove 4000 dollars for Wilson and small sums for two others. Webb and Gillespie remained at large. The District Attorney will ask Governor Markham to offer a reward for Webb.
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Sax Creco
United States
Charleston
Breedlove
Wilson
Webb
Elopement of Constable Brays with Heiress Eckel
In Burzasets New Jersey on July 23 a sensational elopement was disclosed. Constable William W. Bray married Miss Bena Eckel, heiress and adopted daughter of the late P. S. Haines, who left his wealth to Miss Eckel. The couple wed in Trenton this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burzasets
N. J
William W. Bray
Bena. Eckel
Miss Eckel
P. S Haines
Masonic Order
Mr. Haines
Mises Eckel
Eling
Trenton
World’s Fair Appointments Named at Chicago
Herbert B. Adams of Johns Hopkins University was nominated and confirmed as chief of the liberal arts department. W. K. Carlisle of Wichita was elected Assistant Solicitor General of the Exposition.
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Chcaco
Herbert B. Adams
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore
Davis
Skilled Laborers in Vicksburg Endure Eight-Week Strike
Skilled laborers in Vicksburg are compelled to resume work after eight weeks of strike action. With slender resources, workers face return on terms set by bosses as the dispute appears near closure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vicksburg
Vicesburg
Miners Demand Law Obedience as Governor Holds Line
In Knoxville a 17-man miner delegation met Governor Buchanan to demand noncompliant terms with coal field authorities. The governor refused to discuss, insisting the law be obeyed, while miners later reconvened with a pledge to avoid violence if the legislature repeals the convict lease system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxville
Palace Hotel
Buchanan
Coal Creek
Meade
Briceville
Gen. Williams
General Williams
Oliver Springs
Resolutions of Sympathy in Atlanta Trades
The Atlanta Federation of Trades tonight passed resolutions of sympathy. Citywide gathering honored fallen members and extended condolences to families, noting shared labor ties and community support during the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Atlanta Federation of Trades
Possible Federal Aid In Doubt as Army Powers Questioned
Washington July 23 Officers of the War Department question whether the President can legally respond to a demand for troops from Governor Buchanan of Tennessee. They cite Article Four Section 4 and Revised Statutes Section 5 as unclear on this case, noting the Tennessee legislature is not in session and concerns about protecting constitutional rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rons Oeed
Washington
Buchanan
Tennessee
War Department
United States
Claflins Seek English Share of Edwards Estate
Dr. Claflin, brother of Victoria Woodhull, summoned to London by Herbert Gladstone to press English claims on the Edwards estate. The NY land, about 65 acres, held on a 99 year lease, may pass to Claflin interests as English heirs prove claims before the deadline. Husbands of the sisters join to bolster claims, aiming for more than half of the vast estate valued at years past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria Woodhull
London
Herbert Gladstone
Curiaco
Claflin
Tennie
New York City
New York
England
T. M. Charlton
Edwards
de Claflin
Chicago
Baby Found Alive in Gripping Gripsack on Philadelphia Cable Car
A well formed infant, clothed only in a rag, was discovered inside a heavy gripsack left on a Columbia avenue cable car. Conductor Summers and bystanders arranged immediate aid and clothing. Picnickers nearby provided blankets as authorities investigate the shocking neglect.
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Philadelphia
Mam
Columbia Avenue
The
Traction Railroad
Elmer Summers
Market Street Ferry
Summers
East Norwegian township school directors arrested for district theft
Six school directors Ed ward Sterner John Tobin Michael Dormer Thomas Cullen Patrick Downing and Michael Battersby were arrested in Porrsville on charges of stealing district funds. They allegedly issued fraudulent orders totaling 400 to 500 pounds and exacted 5 to 15 dollars from teachers for appointments plus monthly salary deductions. One teacher Lizzie Higgins faced a similar demand from a director to keep her position. Each director posted 500 dollars bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porrsville
East Norwegian Township
Edward N. Sterner
John Tobin
Michael B. Dormer
Thomas Cullen
Patrick Downing
Michael Battersby
Lizzie Higgins
Elliott Case Jury Deliberations Under Heavy Public Interest
The jury in the Elliott case retired at noon and Judge Pugh delivered a brief charge. Crowds gathered at the Court House with sensational rumors circulating. By 9 pm the jury planned to reconvene and small talk centered on a likely verdict aligned with the indictment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fepecia
LEGP
Catuaraus
Elliott
Pugh
Court House
Victim Selected The New York News Prosecuted For Sing Sing Story
District Attorney Nicoll named the Daily News to be prosecuted for publishing further details on Sing Sing judicial killings. Hennessy was indicted and posted bail. The case likely goes to a jury but will be argued on demurrer with facts conceded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York News
Sing Sing
Dispatch
New York
Nicoll
Daily New
C. C. C. Hennessy
Riots in China Target Catholic Mission and Missionary Killings
Dispatches from China describe six weeks of riots around the Yangtze region, with burning and property destruction and the massacre of two English subjects at Wu Hu. A missionary Argent and customs officer Green are reported killed amid mob attacks on churches and missionaries following alleged witchcraft rumors and government dissatisfaction.
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New York
China
Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions
China Mission
D. N. Lyon
Soochow Mission
Wu Hau
Viang Tse
Nanking
Wu Hu
Besi
Yiang Tse
Yin Chow
Tau Yiang
Wuseib
Kinkiang
Presbyterian Foreign Mission Board
Jce Morehouse
American Baptist Home Mission Society
Marthon
Sancisco
Portland
A. B. Leonard
Methodist Foreign Mission Board
Arthur Mitchell
Board of Foreign Missions
Presbyterian Ch
Matthen
Canton
San Francisco
United States
Palos
Kingkiang
Wusich
Panlot
Pan
Missionary Argent
Green
Ant
Haakow
Ki Argent
Reen
Pales
Inconstant
Brooklyn Ended: Fire Destroys Historic Warship at Hough's Neck
In Boston on July 23 the old Civil War era warship Brooklyn was set ablaze at Nutt Island, ending a history that began in 1858 at Weathervelt & Co. New York. The vessel saw action in New Orleans, Forts Philip and Fisher, and in events against the Alabama, then sailed to Asia before being condemned at Portsmouth in 1889 and sold to Thomas Butler & Co. of Boston.
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Boston
Nutt Island
Hough's Neck
Brooklyn
Weatervelt & Co
New York
Hartford
Pansacol Richmond
Lancaster
China
Portsmouth
United States Commisoners
Thomas Butler & Co
Tornado Destroys Wires and Roofs in Salina
A brief tornado struck Salina last evening causing damage to telegraph and telephone lines. Several small houses lost their roofs as the storm passed swiftly through the town.
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Satta
Kas
Salina
United States and British Officials Discuss Columbian Fair
United States and British representatives meet at the Foreign Office and Hatfield House to review preparations for the Chicago Columbian Exposition. Lord Salisbury confirms a Royal Commission and expects gazetting of British commissioners while Butterworth and colleagues express gratitude for the arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texaex
United States
Aster Lincoln
Foreign Office
Butterworth
F. W. Peck
Moses P. Handy
A. F. Bullock
Lord Salisbury
Chicago
Ionera
Mrn
Uei
Society of Arts
Hatfield House
Lord Salisbner
Germany
George Chubb
United States Commission
Pope's France Policy Spur in Vatican policy shift
Rome reports that Mgr Ferrata, newly named Papal Nuncio to Paris, met with the Pope and Rome officials to map a line for church relations with France. The Vatican intends to maintain adherence to the Republic to reestablish religious and political ties, even amid external pressures.
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Rome
Mgr
Ferrata
Paris
Carnot
Vatican
France
Rampolla
Rotelli
Paria
Cardinal Lavigerie
Vaticanos
Seoarchighebee
Holy See
Ure
Secret fate of naval captain Schmidt in Cronstadt affair
Reported in April a naval captain was condemned and executed for selling defense plans. Official word now says Captain Schmidt is banished to Siberia. Government says leniency came after proof he was duped by usurers and betrayed by a Hebrew who kept the bribe and supplied plans to the foreign power.
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Schmidt
Parnell Heads Irish League Convention Debates Reform
The League Convention opened in Dvsuim with large attendance as Mr Parnell led with promises of a comprehensive local Government bill for Ireland. The program includes manhood suffrage land law reform and reinstatement of evicted tenants. Healy and Healyites face scrutiny over office pledges as Ireland seeks broad self rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dvsuim
League
Parnell
Balfour
Ireland
Timothy Healy
Healyites
Jack the Ripper in France
Two Marseilles murders within a week resemble Jack the Ripper cases. A man with an Italian name took rooms with a woman who was later strangled and mutilated. A letter to police claims these crimes start a series.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pants
Jack the Ripper
Marseilles
Prof Koch Resigns Public Offices amid Tuberculin Disappointment
Bern July 24 Prof Koch resigns all public offices amid perceived failure in tuberculin discovery. The Academy will grant an honorary lecturing post. Paris July 23 M Roche to urge clear directions on insurance and transportation for World's Fair mission exhibits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bern
Koch
Academy
Paris
M. Roche
Commerce, Industries and Colonies
Emperor of Germany Fails To Boat Whaling Run
The Emperor of Germany tried whale hunting but did not succeed. He arrived in Hammerfest the northernmost Norwegian town and then proceeded to the island of Skoro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crenstranta
Germany
Hammerfest
Norway
Skoro
Portuguese authorities watch for Chilean cruiser
Lisson on July 23 reports Portuguese authorities monitor the Chilean cruiser Errazuriz as it approaches and will not permit recruitment of Portuguese sailors aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisson
Errazuriz
Ohio River Improvements Reported by Merrill
Lieut Colonel W. E. Merrill submits to the Chief of Engineers a report on Ohio river work, noting high water slowed progress. Dams at Davis Island and Blennerhassett Island see repairs and rework. dikes at Meredith Island and Rising Sun advance to stabilize channels. Commerce mostly favorable with extended navigable periods. several dikes and riprap projects proceed though high water hindered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasnixcox
W. E. Merrill
Corps of Engineers
Army
Ohio River
Ohio
Davis Island
Pittsburg
Meredith Island
Blennerhassett Island
Blennerhassett’s Island
Cincinnati
Cullumis
Rising Sun
Ville Bar
Caseyville
Tradewater
Weston
Lower
Grand Chain
Iles
John F. King
Licking River
Davis Island Dam
Dave
Evansville
Pees
Colonel Merrill
Poetes
Dani
Ann Sa
Mall Snagboat
E. A. Woodcatt
the Bees
Cairo
Merrill
Beaver Bleee
Monongahela River
United States
Condion
Cheat River
W. V
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Augusta
Democrats
Tennerlvania Democrats
Conprese Indoree
Ivader
Mace
Gorman and
James v. Blaine
Harrison
Grant
Keystone
Warren Haed
Ohio Democratic Committee
Dauphin County Farmers
rsPr
La&i
Alliance of America
Mimic Naval War
New York Waters
New Jersey
Will
Anderson Harris
Knoxville Iron Company
J. A. Duncap
Harris
George Torbett
Duncan
Hi Law
Gma
Kansas
Ited Salisbury
Pope
the Republic
Parnell's League
Prof. Koch
Portugal
Ater
Allegheny
Aiaeteny
Corm Innter Islands
Pithole
Redbank
Hickory
Allegheny River
Herr’s Island
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