Prince of Wales Amid Baccarat Scandal Faces Pay Freeze
Lospex June 2 Field Marshal Prince of Wales regrets his role in the baccarat scandal to keep Sir William Gordon-Cumming's misconduct from authorities. Parliament debates army estimates as calls arise to cut pay and reduce regimental allowances while the Prince pursues public engagements.
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Lospex
Field Marshal
Prince of Wales
William Gordon-Cumming
Labouchere
Tuerwrat
Northampton
Debated Berlin Child Labor Clause Roils House
In Parliament the Berlin conference issue sparked a dramatic scene. Sir John Gorst denounced the government’s stance on child labor while Thomas Burke and Sir William Houldsworth led a tellers’ vote that failed the clause by 189 to support the government. Public sympathy favored restricting child work, while Home Secretary Matthews faced sharp criticism and potential resignation amid accusations of cruelty to factory children.
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Berlin
Mene
Sir John Gorst
Lord Salisbury
Lancashire
Europe
Lord Cranborne
John Gorst
Thomas Burke
Radics
William Houldsworth
Manchester
England
India
Matthews
Home Secretary
Reserve fund grows as Bank of England stabilizes market
Lospex June 20 The Bank of England reserve rises to its highest since 1879 after the City of Glasgow Bank liquidation. Discounts for short and three months bills open at 1% and close near 1%. Money demand steady at 0.75% then scarce at 0.5% as banks close. Gold inflows expected from Australia India and Cape shipments, while Austrian gold buildup continues and Germany eyeing gold point. Market activity remains muted with London Stock Exchange volume among the smallest in years. French rentes firm but not indicative of broader trend as foreign bond markets weaken.
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Australia
Oape of Good Hope
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Dispatch
Lospex
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City of Glasgow Bank
Wosk
Austria
Russias
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India
Cape
Paris
Beoneon Howard Banqueted Before Leaving London
Mr and Mrs Bronson Howard sail for New York on the Ems tomorrow with four dogs a cat and a parrot. They rented their villa Sandy Hook in St John’s Wood and plan a long American stay. The Savage Club gave a farewell for Mr Howard presided by Charles Wyndham with many London literary and dramatic figures in attendance. Marion Manola sails for New York today aboard the Normannia accompanied by Lowell Mason. John Mason returns to America in August after The Idler ends at the St James Theater.
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CABLE
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New York
Sandy Hook
St. John's Wood
America
Savage Club
Howard
Charles Wyndham
John Mason
Lowell
Mason
St. James Thester
Down the Blue Danube American Canoeists to Traverse Danube
Poultney Bigelow of the New York Canoe Club with Alfred Parsons and Frank D. Miller depart London for Donaueschingen to descend the Danube from the Black Forest to the Black Sea in canoes. They will shoot the first 100 miles rapids then push heavy gear ahead to Ulm.
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Dispatch
Loxpon
Poultney Bigelow
New York Canoe Club
Alfred Parsons
Frank D. Miller
London
Danube
Baden
Donaueschingen
Black Forest
Black Sea
Parsons
Miller
Bigelow
North America
West Indies
Europe
Ulm
New York Canoe Club Adopts Danube Burgee First
In a notable voyage, the Daribee becomes the initial boat to fly the burgee of the New York Canoe Club on the Danube as Millet and ISISons illustrate Ratsibon in search of Turks.
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Harper's Manhly
New York Canoe Club
Danube
Europe’s Big Zollverein Forms Among Five Nations
Bern June 20 The formation of a great central European customs league by Germany Austria Hungary Italy and Switzerland is an accomplished fact. A Berne conference set for July 20 will draft the treaty terms and bind the five powers to mutual trade decisions before negotiating with any outside state. The move could reshape relations with France England the United States and global trade depending on Berne decisions.
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Austria
Hungary
Italy
Switzerland
New York Associated Press
Bern
Berne
Frankfort
France
League
England
United States
Emperor closes German Landtag with charmed speech
The Emperor ended the Landtag with a self congratulations, claiming Ministers obtained demands from both houses. He noted progress on clerical stipends post kulturkampf and urged religious peace. He expressed hope that the session would yield fruitful results for the people.
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Landtag
Italy Faces Possible Triple Alliance Drift Due to Cabinet Rift
From Loxpow June 20, Italy appears to edge toward joining the Triple Alliance while a ministerial crisis looms in Rome. The Finance Minister presses 30 proposals this month for new revenue, with only two approved, sparking resignations that are repeatedly rejected by King Umberto to avoid a government collapse before the alliance is sealed.
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Rome
Bignor Szzati
Humbert
Holy Coat Exhibit Draws Pilgrims To Treves Cathedral
Worshippers prepare for a major religious event in Treves as the Holy Coat, believed to be the seamless garment of Christ, is displayed at the Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Helen. The relic, once found by Empress Helena, is said to possess miraculous healing powers and attracts vast crowds each time it is shown.
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St. Peter and St. Helen
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Palestine
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Grosvenor
Europe
Ohio
Anfe
Salisbury on Protection Says Lord Salisbury Ineffectual
The United Empire Trade League met Lord Salisbury who hinted he shared their colonial trade views but warned he could act only after they accomplish the perceived impossible task of converting the country to protection.
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Loxnon
United Empire Trade League
Lord Salisbury
Lord Palmerston
Salisbury
Proon
A Cure for Leprosy Promised by New Report
The Leprosy Commission report from Lexpor, dated June 20, nears completion after a year of inquiry into India. It promises the most exhaustive study yet, detailing widespread local conditions, extensive case examinations, and microscopic research into the disease.
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Lexpor
Leprosy Commission
India
Searight Defeated as Young Democrats Take Control in Fayette County
In Unstoptown on June 20 the Fayette County Democratic meeting saw Col. T. B. Searight, standing in for a Third ward committeeman, lose decisively to anti-Searight factions. D. W. McDonald was re elected county chairman and William Graham secretary. The anti-Searight bloc filled all vacancies, leaving Searight with about ten of one hundred committeemen.
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T. B. Searight
D. W. McDonald
William Graham
Squire Cotton
Dunbar
Colonel Searight
J.E. Stillwagon
Connellsville
Searight
William Searight
Squire
John Boyle
Republican State Convention Call for Harrisburg August 19
Chairman William H. Andrews issues the call for the Republican State Convention to meet in Harrisburg on August 19. The note invites Republican electors to nominate candidates for State Treasurer Auditor General delegates to the Constitutional Convention and other business per the 1881 act. The letter emphasizes representation by senatorial district and adherence to primary participation principles.
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Harrisburg
Philadelphia
William H. Andrews
Republican State Committee
Para
Peninsylvania
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Srceen
Thority Rparey
Candt
WilLliam Andrews
Frank Write Leaon
Secreta
The McDowell Phillips Fight Roils County GOP Meeting
A heated June gathering of Lawrence County Republican leaders debated leadership amid the McDowell Phillips split. John Sword backed by Phillips supporters narrowly led as County Chairman, with John W Steen elected Secretary amid tense exchanges and procedural disputes.
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Lawrence County Republican Committee
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John Sword
Phillips
McDowellites
H. W. Oy
Dewell
Mr. Sword
Ensil
John W. Steen
Wires
G. Miller
Phihencney
Morrison Announces Self for Treasurer Post in Philadelphia
Captain John Morrison, Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives and former member from Allegheny county, declared his candidacy for treasurer yesterday in Philadelphia. He outlined his qualifications and urged party support for the upcoming campaign.
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John Morrison
Iast House of Representatives
Jnly
Allegheny County
Campbell's Friends Let Primaries Go By Default
A Cincinnati report notes Governor Campbell’s friends allowed the primaries to pass with little contest. The piece mentions McLean backing Campbell Foraker and Sherman, plus internal GOP maneuvers, with references to Foraker and Grosvenor affecting Ohio politics.
Shumaker Likely Nominated Sheriff in Cambria Primaries
In Johnstown on June 20 the Cambria Republican primaries produced James M. Shumaker of this city as the likely Sheriff nominee despite a late challenge from Samuel Re, Ebenaburg. The process also awards Barker the judge nomination without opposition, amid shifting machine influence and a promised Davis bid.
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Jouxst Townn
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Ebenaburg
Davis
Shumaker
Barker
Maine Man Ill But Will Recover in Time for Nomination
Ex Senator John J. Ingalls comments on Secretary Blaine's health in Antrim Kansas June report. He says newspapers misinformed about Blaine illness and predicts recovery in time for the presidential nomination. He declines to name Blaine as his choice.
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Atcnisoux
Kay
John J. Ingalls
Blaine
Prohibitionists Call Convention in McKeesport
Allegheny County Prohibitionists issue call for a convention to organize the campaign. Chairman Yoder announces Lafayette Hall in McKeesport will host the meeting on June 20 to mobilize the party for the campaign efforts.
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Yoder
Lafayette Hall
Aia
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Pickaway JP Jacob Longenbaugh Arrested for Pension Fraud
Jacob Longenbaugh a Pickaway county Justice of the Peace was arrested and held on heavy bonds for fraudulently securing a pension. He married a soldier's widow who drew a pension for herself and children and signed affidavits declaring she remained a widow. The fraud involved about $36,000 from the government.
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Jacob Longenbaugh
Pickaway County
Gyles
Longenbaugh
Bullets in the Dark Deathly attack on U S Marshal near Jersey coast
Deputy U S Marshal Max Freeman hunting fugitive Gideon W Marsh near Como Jersey Shore was ambushed by two unknown men. He was struck on the spine with a heavy instrument, rendered unable to move, and later conveyed to town with a severe spinal concussion. Driver Tim Hurly and constable Michael Sexton aided in the escape and pursuit. Dr. Trout and Kirkbride assessed Freeman as likely confined at home for some time.
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Jersey
United States
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Gideon W. Marsh
Keystone Bank
Freeman
H. H. Yard
Johnstown
Dr. Gage
Tim Hurry
Michael Sexton
Hurly
Sexton
Tim Hurly
Ace
Drut
Dr. Trout
Fight on Roof Ends With Jail Term
A brutal midair clash on the 125 foot tower of the new County House pitted John Young against Fred Whyell over a hammer dispute. The two men fought fiercely, teetering at the edge, until bystanders intervened and both were lowered to safety. Whyell was jailed for six days after his arrest.
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New County House
John Young
Fred Whyell
Young
Armenia
Whyell
Why
A Spanish Society Plans Columbus Pageant in New York
The Oriento Colon Cervantes group proposes a Columbus centennial pageant in New York to honor the navigator. The plan envisions a grand historical procession with stops at five city points, featuring scenes of notable events, aiming to rival famed imperial celebrations and Cologne cathedral festivities.
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Oriento Colon-Cervantes
America
Austria
Hans Makart
Cologne
Pittsburg Man Forges Plan for Immense San Diego Iron Works
Charles J. Eames of Pittsburg fronts a syndicate moving to build a huge iron works on San Diego Bay with a $200,000 subsidy pledged by the local Chamber of Commerce. He claims access to California iron mines, with crude petroleum to be used as the reducing agent, and envisions the plant expanding into ship building and regional supply across the Pacific.
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Charles J. Eames
Pittsburg
San Diego
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Eames
California
Wa Aa
San Bernardino County
Pacific Coast
Banks Yet Harper Faces Dozens of Lawsuits
Column from June reports that banker Harper, despite numerous suits and debt claims, continues business at the old stand and remains unconcerned. A deputy marshal served papers listing eight defendants in a notable suit, with unspecified amount, while Harper shows no sign of distress and keeps his routine.
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Harper
United States
Ingen
Peties EL. Siemennen
Setenatien
Phog Europe
Harrison in Good Health During Stay at May Prol
Care May New Jersey June 20 Todmy reports that President Harrison is enjoying good health. He spent a sunny afternoon with family on the strand at the cape and walked with his two grandchildren. He plans to return to Washington Monday or Tuesday.
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Dispatch
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Washington
Gotham's New Amusement Circuits in New York
New York City plans a permanent winter circus modeled on Paris Cirque d Ete and Nouveau Cirque. Manager Antony travels to Paris in two weeks to hire a full circus. Patrons include W K Vanderbilt August Belmont and other backers. The project seeks $250000 funding with top European riders to feature. Paris trained many of the popular riders for U S audiences.
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Bees
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August Belmont
Europe
Mary Hurd Entered Catholic Church by Bishop Watterson
Special telegram from Columbus reports Mrs. Mary Hurd of Mt. Vernon aged mother of ex convict Hurd was called and taken into the Catholic church this week by Bishop Watterson.
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Mt. Vernon
Conon Hurd
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The Dispatch Directory Contents of the Issue
Classified for readers with two part issue. First part covers cable tele graphic local news and editorials. Second part includes special features class news want columns and markets with notes on real estate banking and local briefs.
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Sherman
Senate
Europe
Albert
McKee
Tn Europe
Enormous Pittsburg Hotel Project Under Way
A proposed $1.0 to $1.5 million hotel to rise on the Speer & Sons plow works site in Fourth Ward Pittsburgh. David Shaw & Co. and Thomas H. Dickson secured an option, with $300,000 already subscribed and $500,000 expected, aiming to open by 1903 as a premier city hostelry rivaling major hotels. The site on Penn Avenue and Duquesne Way offers prime light, river views, and plans for a roof garden and internal court for conventions.
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Speer & Sons
Auditorium
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Windsor
Montreas
Palace
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Speer
Messrs. David Shaw & Co
Thomas H. Dickson
Pattison
John E. Shaw
David Shaw & Co
Dre Batch
Pitts
A. Speer & Son
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Duquesne Way
Fth Street
Duquesne Vo Os
Harrisburg
Tt Ia
Possing En Court Wit Hall
Windsor Hotel
Montreal
Is Slavin an Artist in Prosecution Under Labor Law
The Treasury Department weighs whether Slavin the Australian pugilist is an artist or not to determine if he violated the contract labor law. Chief Inspector Mulhollland sought affidavits from Slavin and Mitchell after a Philadelphia inquiry, aiming to forward evidence to Washington for possible prosecution.
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Treasury Department
Mulholland
J. A.waugherty
Philadelphia
Mr. Mitchell
U States
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Inspector Mulholland
Worrell
Frank Slavin
Charles Mitchell
J. A. Dougherty
Europe
Mr. Mulholland
F. F. Lee
Mitchell
Washington
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