Pledges and Pressure in Furlong Secret Service Fight
Washington dispatch details the push to appoint Detective Thomas Furlong as Chief of the Bureau of Secret Service amid labor protests led by Knights of Labor. Russell Harrison is described as wielding influence over the administration and pressuring Windom to back Furlong, while supporters attack current chief Bell and note Furlong's campaign work and Crosby scandal defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Forte
Russell Harrison
Wanamaker
Distatch
Thomas Furlong
Gould Railroad System
Bureau of Secret Service
DrisPrates
Furlong
Missouri Pacific
Martin Irons
Knights of Labor
Secret Service
Treasury Department
Workman
Powderly
Windom
Disratcn
Harrison
Eussell Harrison
Pennong
Indiana
Harrisons
Russell
Schuyler Crosby
William L. Scott
Helena
Mont
New York
Emma Jones
Washington
Crosby
Secretary of the Treasury
Secret Service Corps
Bell
Dayton
Tyson
Dewhurst
Baltimore
Knights of Labor Assembly
Furlong Fight Overknight Court Nomination S Position
A battle centers on appointing Furlong to a local office amid strong opposition from the Knights of Labor. His vow to down labor groups and his prior role as a police chief fuel remonstrances from oil country leaders. Confirmation hinges on Senate support and presented evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ship of Furlong
Knights
All Labor Organizations
Pittaburger
Franklin
Oil Country
Knights of Labor
Washington
Furlong
Senate
City
Langston Attacks Mahone In Virginia Republican Split
Special Telegram reports Prof John M Langston arrives in the city hostile to Mahone citing color line disputes in Virginia politics. Langston says Mahone opposes colored progress and faces revolt if he strays from national party lines as Quay and others hold sway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Langston
Virginia Colored Republican Kickers
Mahone
Langston
Chicago
Congress
Quay
Charges Against General Morgan for Indian Service Scandals
Report from Washington notes ongoing examination of General Morgan's trial evidence for false muster of six company units and other serious charges. Senate confirmation appears unlikely as findings were dismissed rather than punishment imposed, prompting review by Secretary Noble.
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Wasuindtoy
General Morgan
Indian Affairs
Noble
Senate
Ana
Indian Service
Monsen Noble
Ortheaudier
No More Consulates to Fill in Bitter Appointments Hunt
A dispatch from Washington states all consular posts are filled though the process was contested. Pennsylvania leads in applications with fierce internal contests delaying final decisions. Only two Pennsylvania appointees are confirmed with others still unsettled amid political maneuvering and local influence.
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Washinceton
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Brazil
Jarrett
Hemmick
Pittsburg
Birmingham
Geneva
Quay
Wanamaker Appeals 33 Percent Duty on Wicker Baskets
John Wanamaker challenged a Philadelphia Collector of Customs ruling taxing wicker baskets at 33 percent ad valorem. Treasury officials affirmed the Appraisers and Collector, stating the articles are properly classified as fancy boxes at the higher rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wanamaker
Treasury Department
Philadelphia
New York
Palmer in prison escape attempt with fake head and hammer
David R. Palmer serving life for wife murder devised a jailbreak by filling a cask with a false head and concealed hammer and chisel. He and a fellow convict hid inside the cask while guards loaded it onto a car but the plan failed and Palmer did not escape. He endured intense torture while inside the barrel before being removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson, Micn
David R. Palmer
Palmer
Will
Murder of Cronin suspects arraigned in court
Dan Coughlin P O Sullivan J F Beggs John Kunge and Frank Woodruff under indictment for the murder of Dr Cronin were arraigned before Judge Horton. All prisoners except Coughlin said they were ready for trial Coughlin requested to speak with his attorney and the matter was continued until tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curcaco
Dan Coughlin
P. O'Sullivan
J. F. Beggs
John Kunge
Frank Woodruff
Dr. Cronin
Horton
Coughlin
Graceful and Daring Elvira Madigan in Circus Lineage
New York reports Elvira Madigan the Copenhagen shooting victim belonged to a famed circus family long known in America. The Madigans, active in Europe for 30 years, included Hank, James, Rose, and Elvira’s parents, with a history of double somersaults and riding acts and ties to Howe and Cushing’s show.
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Pepeclal
Disfator
New York
Elvira Madigan
Copenhagen
Count Sparre
Madigans
Europe
Hank
James
Rose
Howe & Cushing
James Myers
John Wal A
Elvira
Misrepresentation Clouds Commissioner Tanner's Support
Washington dispatch reports growing backlash against critics of Commissioner Tanner. Readers note his personal integrity and liberal veteran policies, while observers expect a reform of bureau methods rather than a targeted attack. The piece highlights stronger public protests against unfair opposition and a push for fair treatment within the Pension Bureau.
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Tanner
Pacial
Wasninday
Special Commission
Medical Board
Dee
Noe Wal
Ae Pensions
Frank Panera
Counterfeiters Run Down in New York Traps
Special dispatch reports Anthony Comstock trapping a counterfeit gang at 17 Moore Street. Two men were captured with bricks and 4644 dollars in cash. fugitive “Brocky” Martin sought. investigators traced letters between a South Street saloon and John Cox in New Jersey. Williams Byrnes and Samuel Marks were arrested after Marks resisted with a revolver.
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Comstock
Dispatch
New York
Green Goods
Moore Street
Anthony Comstock
Brocky
Martin
South Street
John Cox
Oxford Furnace
N. J
Isaac P. Donaldson
Fayetteville
Sabon
McLaughlin
Williams
Byrnes
Samuel Marks
Marks
Mrs Irwin and Child Die in B and O Crossing Crash
A Baltimore and Ohio train struck a wagon at Elwood crossing near Washington. Mrs. Wm Irwin and her three year old son were killed, and a sister-in-law and others were injured. A year-old boy also died from injuries. bystanders escaped unharmed.
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Pepecial
Wasuixeron
Elwoods’ Crossing
Baltimore and Ohio
Washington
Wm. Irwin
Mrs Hogan in mourning for missing husband
Mrs E D Hogan wife of the missing aeronaut expresses sorrow and doubt he survived. She writes of a possible sighting as he came east while inventor Peter Camspoell clings to a slim hope he headed toward the coast and could still be alive.
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New York
E. D. Hogan
Seronaut
Peter Camspoell
Horan
Royal Grants Debate Splits Parliament Over Royal Finances
In the House of Commons the royal grants were debated with Mr. Smith defending the committee report and Mr. Labouchere urging retrenchment. Gladstone and Morley backed the government while Labouchere pressed to curb royal expenses and abolish certain offices. The exchange highlighted tensions between economy and royal dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Smith
Labouchere
Gladstone
Prince of Wales
Mr. Labouchere
Benedict Smith
Univ States
Lancaster
Lord Randolph Churchill
Anne
Morley
Bradlengh
Parnell Commission Adjourns to October First
The Parnell Commission in Loxpor recessed until October first after a morning session in which accountant Mr. Hardcastle testified. He stated the Land League books covered the period of existence and had been misrepresented in Times reports, noting payments to witnesses.
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Parnell
Loxpor
Parnell Commission
Hardcastle
the Times
Sexton
Parnell Commission Proceedings Extend
The court postponed further evidence in the Parnell Commission case and adjourned to October 24. Presiding Justice Hannen ordered Thomas Condon and John O Connor, serving sentences in Ireland under the crimes act, to complete their terms in a London prison after testifying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bieury James
Hoonen
Sexton
Hannen
Thomas Condon
John O’connor
House of Commons
Ireland
London
Parnell Commission
Gladstone Golden Wedding Observed by Liberal Leaders
On July 25 in Loxpox the Gladstones celebrated their golden wedding with a morning service and large calls. Prominent attendees included the Speaker of the House of Commons Lord Hartington John Morley Sir William Vernon Harcourt and the Earl of Aberdeen. The King of the Belgians and royal family sent congratulations and gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
R. Gladstone
James Street
Mr. Gladstone
House of Commons
Lord Hartington
John Morley
William Vernon Harcourt
Earl of Aberdeen
Meey Sen
Prince and Princess of Wales
Prince of Wales
Hawarden
Stuart Rendel
M. P
the Times
WANTED TO SEE THE CARS JUMP
A 16 year old boy Charles Palmer was jailed in Norwich New York for placing obstructions on the Ontario and Western Railroad tracks to wreck trains. He confessed to four incidents and said his motive was fun to see the cars jump. Trainmen and guards prevented disasters. He awaits grand jury action.
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Norwich
Charles Palmer
Ontario and Western Railroad
New Berlin
Anybony
Hayti clash as Hippolyte feuds with Legitime warders
News from Hayti reports Hippolyte forces attacking a fort at La Coupe on the 18th. Legitime troops hid behind earthworks and opened fire, one dead in the clash. Hippolyte withdrew as authorities released a fresh emission of paper money.
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Wippolyte
Legitime
New York
Prinz Frederick Hendrick
Kunhardt
Hayti
Port-au-Prince
Hippolyte
la Coupe
Intro
Prinz Frederick
Cenines
Mrs Heron Case Disputed by Minister to Coren
Our minister says there is no foundation for the late report that Mrs Heron faces a death sentence. A cable from Dinsmore in Congo relays Washington to Wharton and others noting a report about Mrs Heron and a possible pronouncement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coren
Wasnisoron
Heron
Pryce
W. F. Wharton
Min- Dinsmore
Divorce in Record Speed Shocks Chicago
Mrs Mat tie E Cowles filed for divorce yesterday then received a decree at 2 AM after her husband John T Cowles answered at 9 AM Judge Altgeld presided in chambers The Cowles firm producer of fire est has assets valued around 150000 alimony to protect the two children aged 13 and 11 with custody and support terms kept strict concealed details sought to sustain reputation and civility in public record
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Chicago
Feprcial
Dispatch
Catcaco
Mattie E. Cowles
John T. Cowles
Altgeld
Cowles
A City on a Hill Plans Cambria Company Tract Use
July 25 report notes Treasurer Thompson disbursed 28000 dollars. Cambria Company owns 500 acres on a hill intended for residence construction and related development. The article sketches plans and potential claims tied to the property and proceeds.
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Cambria Company
Johnstows
Thompson
Mexican Veteran Captain Grobb Passes at 75
A telegram from San Francisco to the Dispatch reports Captain Andrew Grobb's death at his residence this evening. He was 75 and served as First Lieutenant in Company A, Cavalry, in the Mexican War.
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SF Rcial
Andrew Grobb
Company & Capigin Ae
Millions at stake as Lewis Brothers & Co fails
The Philadelphia dry goods commission house Lewis Bros. & Co. assigned under heavy liabilities and assets. Estimated liabilities run around 4.2 million with 5.5 million in assets, affecting New York and New England banks and mills including Woodvale and Cambrian works. Owner Cornelius N. Bliss named assignee with creditors to meet in ten days.
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Lewis Bros. & Co
Dry Goods Commission House
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
Johnstown
Puriapetrara
Lewis Brothers & Co
Cornelius N. Bliss
Henry Lewis
Conshohocken Mills
George Bullock
Conemaugh
Woodvale Mills
Henry
Joseph
Walter H. Lewis
George W. Wharton
John L. Boardman
John Williamson
George A. Duren
Grinnell Willis
Baltimore
Chicago
Ims
Wamsutta Mills
Wan Berm Grinnell Mills
Pies * Aanater Com
Slaters @ 5
Otional Mill
Forestdale Manufacturing Company
Windham City Manufacturing Company
Hamlet Conshohookeny
Dexter
Richanie Ae
Ben Woodvale Mills
United States
H. Edes
Wharton
Associated Press
Bliss
Pittsburg Firm Lewis Bros. & Co. Fails Surprise News
The Pittsburg firm Lewis Bros. & Co. collapsed after widespread dealings with dry goods houses. Creditors from many firms faced unsettled payments as the agency collected 24 percent commissions plus guaranteed sale premiums, while manufacturers waited on drafts. The firm held agencies in Lyons Paris and Vienna handling silks ribbons and laces with no mills of its own.
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Lewis Bros. & Co
Charles Arbuthnot
Arbuthnot, Not & Co
Lyons
Paris
Vienna
Thunderbolt reaction to Lewis Bros. & Co. failure
Boston reports show multiple commission houses stunned by the Lewis Bros. & Co. collapse. Fabian Bliss & Co. predicts the red firm will rally, pay creditors, and resume business after dry rot is addressed, though critics blame clumsy management and excessive credits.
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Boston
Lewis Bros. & Co
Meaney
Mills and Banks Eye Lewis Bros Failure in Providence
Providence July 25 Mills and banks there face the failure of Lewis Bros Co with about $600 000 in liabilities. Local banks hold roughly $150 000 of their paper spread among six to eight institutions, the rest distributed to bondholders. Analysts doubt full payment unless a sizable tap on assets yields sufficient funds.
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New England
Providence
Hartford
New Haven
New Bedford
New Yorks
Fourth National
Ninth National
Central National
Central Trust Convent
Chemical Bank
Hiladelphia
Henry Lewi
A Peece
Philadelphia
Worth Street
New York
Johnston
Henry Lewis
Cambrian Works
Johnstown
Cambria Iron Company
Walter H. Lewis
New York Life Insurance Company
Lewis Bros. & Co
Prominent Dry Goods Firm Reports Large Baltimore Assets
Baltimore July 25 prominent dry goods men estimate Lewis Bros Co have more than 500000 dollars assets and no liabilities in Baltimore.
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Baltmore
Lewis Bros. & Co
Baltimore
Visit to Iowa Ice Cave At Decorah Draws Party
A Decorah party explored Iowa's famed ice cave near Winnesheik House. They entered about 200 feet, noting a 400 foot bluff, a gypsum outcrop, and a 10 by 20 foot entrance with a cold air draft. Ice lined the walls beyond, temp remained freezing, but safety halted deeper progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ifty
Editor Deposed at Chicago Times Over Extravagance
J. J. West resigns as editor after stockholders probe reveals an estimated $200,000 debt and improper handling of Times property. Captain H. J. Hinskamp becomes President with C. W. Boucher as Treasurer. managing editor position undecided.
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Chicago
Carcano
J. J. West
Chicago Times
West
Times
H. J. Hinskamp
The
Times and It Combination
Mr. West
C. W. Boucher
Scotch Irish Society to Hold next Congress in Pittsburg
The Scotch Irish Society of America accepted an invitation to hold its next annual congress in Pittsburg Pennsylvania next May. The Executive Committee cited Pittsburg as the most distinctively Scotch Irish in the United States and the center of the strongest Scotch Irish population on the continent.
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Costumbia
Tony
Scotch- Irish Society of America
Pittsburg
New York
Philadelphia
Nashville
Tenn
Pitts- Bury
de Cat
United States
Graselli Chemical Company Chartered in Titusville
Graselli Chemical Company of Titusville is chartered with a capital of 300000 dollars. Founders listed include Albert Duffill John Johns Daub Custos Gi Gray J H D Rodisr G Graselli and Daniel Bailey of Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrissvree
Graselli Chemical Company
Titusville
Albert Duffill
Een Johns Daub
Ant Custos Gi Gray
Ere J
H. D. Rodisr
G. Graselli
Daniel Bailey
Cleveland
Johnstown Relief Funds Loom Large as Disbursement Plans Form
Pittsburg officials report about 2 million dollars in relief funds poised for rapid distribution to Johnstown flood victims. A 400000 balance from Pittsburg will be held until commission action, with rest allocated after next week's meeting. Thompson notes funds have aided many, while others saved in banks, and asserts timely distribution will revive the town's economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson
Pittsburg
Johnstown
Relief Commission
Commission
W. R. Thompson
Mr. Thompson
Greas
Polish National League to Convene in Buffalo for Poland Liberation
The Polish National League will hold a convention in Buffalo starting September 10 with about 300 delegates. The organization, numbering around 5000 members, aims to advance the liberation of Poland and asserts members are prepared to fight if the opportunity arises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Poland
Infant eight weeks old in Warren township never wakes
A Galena Wisconsin special reports physicians puzzled by an eight week old infant in Warren township who has slept since birth yet is perfectly formed and nourished regularly. Doctors search for a cause and possible treatment as the case draws interest statewide.
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Caicasco
Galena
Wis
Warren Township
Witts
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