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Pittsburgh Dispatch

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1891

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Howl of Horror Troops Sent for Indian School Clash

A dispatch reports Commissioner Morgan asks troops to enforce Indian children attending the government run school at Kean's Canon. Catholic Missions defend contract schools and oppose Morgan’s stance. Mequi Indians favored schooling but oppose the current policy, with broader concerns over costs and federal management of Native education.

Steciat Difpatch Wasniseros Commissioner of Indian Affairs Morgan Kean‘s Canon Ariz Catholic Board of Indian Missions Kean Indian Bureau

Silver coinage plan to mint standard dollars from trade bars

After a Cabinet meeting Secretary Foster announced that Congress requires the trade dollar bars be coin into standard silver dollars. About 5,148,281 standard dollars will result, yielding a net profit over cost of about 600,000. Demand for small coins, especially dimes, remains high and most recoinage will be dimes, with some 25 cent pieces possible at San Francisco.

Washington Foster Secretary of the Treasury Philadelphia New Orleans San Francisco

Commissioner Morgan clash over contract schools in Indian policy

Officials from the Board of Catholic Indian Missions defend the contract school plan and blame Commissioner Morgan for instability. They argue his push for government control, aided by political appointees, jeopardizes Indian welfare and attendance, while critics cite his delays and request for military protection as mismanagement of education for the Moqui and other tribes.

Mission Bareatt Mequis Whiers Morgan Amie Indian Bureau Board of Catholic Indian Missions Harrison

Brennan to Face Preliminary Examination in Houston

Tuesday bids fail as old bitterness resurges over the Wood assassination. It is conceded James Brennan cannot be convicted in Houston. if acquitted, he is expected to flee and risk more fatalities. A preliminary examination is planned for next week with a large showing from Woodedale as Colonel Wood’s faction prepares to pressure Hogston.

James Brennan Wood Houston Brennan Woodedale Hogston Prowries

After Quay's Scalp Help Dalzell in the League Campaign

Philadelphia dispatch reports that the Citizens' Republican Association denies aiming to challenge Senator Quay yet signals Quay's supremacy is attacked. Magee and eastern western politicians are seen in outlines of a plan, with Dalzell backing for State League of Clubs presidency, and Lindsay of Pittsburgh urging Dalzell as president to rally the ticket.

Dalzell Magee Philadelphia Citizens’ Republican Association Senator Quay Republican Party of Pennsylvania Quay C. L. Magee William B. Ahern Republican Campaign Committee Republican State League of Clubs Tdalzell Pennsylvania Youn Republicans A Association Jack Robinson John Dalzell State League Robert H. Lindsay Pittsburg Pittsburgers Robinson

Displeased With Plumb at Clay Center Address

Republican leaders in Topeka unhappy with Senator Plumb after his June speech to the Northwestern Editorial Association. He urged editors to keep cool on the Alliance and warned against a bitter open fight, while urging farmers to pursue a different plan. Party leaders disputed his privately conveyed advice and rejected the softer stance.

the Dispatch Topeka Kann Plumb Clay Center Northwestern Editorial Association Republican Central Committee

Rathbone's Commission Signed in Washington

The President signed the commission appointing Fetes E Rathbone, recently Chief of the Post Office Department and Fourth Assistant Postmaster General, on June 26.

Washington Fetes E. Rathbone Post Office Department

United States Treasurer Reports Surplus Over Foreign Fractions

The United States Treasurer announces a surplus of 3,027,307 dollars, exceeding fractions, silver, and deposits in national banks.

Washington United States

Chester Clubs Indorse J B Robinson for State League

Chester June 26 The Chester Republican Club elected Thomas B Shaw president and endorsed John B Robinson for the Presidency of the Republican State League in a special telegram dispatch. The Young Men's Republican Club chose Robert S Parker over Edward Farmer 40 to 32. A five member committee was named to canvass the state for Robinson.

Chester Chester Republican Club Thomas B. Shaw John B. Robinson Republican State League Young Men's Republican Club Robert Parker Edward Farmer League

Company A First Regiment Blue and Gray organized

A new military unit called Company A, First Regiment United States Blue and Gray is forming in Kansas City Kansas for the World’s Fair. It will consist of ex Union and ex Confederate veterans, with officers elected: W F Wilkins captain, John T Ebbs first lieutenant, John Pigeon second lieutenant, and M Sergeant.

Kansas City United States W. F. Wilkins One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Illinois John T. Ebbs Old Joe John Pigeon Michigan

Remarkable Tale of a Stowaway in the Indian Ocean

Lieutenant Shofeldt recounts a remarkable incident aboard a ship when a stowaway was found adrift in the Indian Ocean. The account previews another of his remarkable experiences to be featured in THE DIS PATCH tomorrow.

Shofeldt Indian Ocean

Ex County Treasurer Monroe Indicted in Embezzlement Case

In Faulk County South Dakota ex county treasurer W B Monroe and 25 bondsmen face embezzlement charges after a grand jury returned indictments. Judge Fuller set Monroe’s bond at 1000 dollars. Cashier Fred A Seamon of the defunct Faulk County Bank is also charged with receiving money after insolvency with bail at 1500 dollars. several others tied to the affair are said to be indicted.

Fauleton W. B. Monroe Fuller Monroe Fred A. Seamon Faulk County Bank

Bank sues ex-president for 1.5 million in Wisconsin

The Keosha County Bank of Wisconsin filed suit in federal court against George F. Harding of this city for 1,500,000 alleging he unjustly diverted bank assets for his own use during his presidency. A receiver took over, and Harding secured an injunction blocking action until March 16 last.

Chicagco Keosha County Bank Wisconsin United States District Court George F. Harding Harding

4 Mad Steer Roams Cincinnati Streets

A mad Texas steer escaped in Cincinnati, traveling from West End hills to Third and Locke streets, a 21g mile wild chase. Buggies and wagons were jostled as the beast intruded crowds. a policeman named Ps 2 Knocked Sore was knocked and wounded in the shoulder and chest, then rescued as another officer shot and killed the steer.

Texas West End Third and Locke Streets Third

New Defalcations of an Agent at New York Life

An officer of the New York Life Insurance Company states a new short age of 125 000 has been found in the accounts of the Spanish American Department. The deficit, linked to Agent Merzbacker, plus a prior shortage of 572 000, brings his total defalcation to nearly 000.

New York New York Life Insurance Company Merzbacker

Parnell in Politics and a Visit to America

Report outlines Charles Stewart Parnell's political prospects after his marriage to Mrs. O'Shea. It notes his plan to join the Carlow election campaign, possible London ceremony, and aims to visit the United States in autumn. It cites Liberal supporters praising his moral rehabilitation and discusses potential shifts in strategy with his ally Mrs. Parnell and the McCarthyites faction.

Parnell Brighton Today O'Shea Steyning Brighton Carlow O'Gorman Mahon London America United States Atlantic Baltimore Walsingham Terrace House of Commons Lithal Asa

Colonel Sam Wood's Slayer Battle Looms at Trial

Special telegram from Liberal Kansas reports Stevens County war reignited after the murder of Colonel Samuel Wood, leader of the Woodsdale faction, at Hugston setting the stage for a preliminary trial slated for June 4. The case touches rival factions and regional tensions as authorities prepare for proceedings.

Kax Stevens County Samuel Wood Woodsdale Hugston

Russian language exam requirement for German teachers

In St Peterssuna on June 96 the Russian Government announced that German school teachers must pass a Russian language exam in September to continue teaching. The notice specifies mandatory language screening as a condition of employment.

St. Peterssuna

The Spanish Treaty Signed in Mavonip June

The commercial treaty with America was signed a day and will publish on August 1 and go into operation September 1. British Mutineers Sentenced in Loxspox June 20 as court martial proceedings conclude.

America

Three Leaders Sentenced to Labour by Subordinate Court

In a recent proceedings the three leaders received seven weeks of hard labor while several others were sentenced to two weeks hard labor.

Sir William Gordon-Cumming to Run for Parliament

Sir William Gordon-Cumming plans to stand as a Conservative candidate for Elgin county in the next election amid a quiet canvass. He suppresses public discussion of the baccarat trial's details, writing instead on sporting and military reminiscences. publishers in America and Britain have shown interest.

Loaxnox Sir William Gordon- Cumming Sir William Elgin County Sir Illiam South Africa Egypt Coleridge Prince of Wales Doncaster Rotherham Hussars Aldershot

Conversion of Hebrews to Christians Sparks Church Conflict

Odessa June 26 The Holy Synod refused to proselytize Hebrews for material ends deeming it immoral. A government decree granting full rights to converted Hebrews clashed with the Synod which then issued a second circular banning priests from refusing baptism. Hebrews are left distrusting authorities.

Odessa Russia Holy Synod

Germany's Industrial Crisis Deepens in East Prussia

Berlin reports the last Crown Council under the Emperor discussing destitution in East Prussia with ministers to visit the province. The Tagelbatt notes bread and other provisions including potatoes rising as riots grow and corn duties face repeal agitation. The London dateline also notes Rev Charles Spurgeon in fragile health after a restless night.

Berlin East Prussia Tagelbatt

Bishop of Grenoble Accepts Republic as Best Form in France

Paris reports the Bishop of Grenoble, once unreconciled, has written to his clergy accepting the republic as the best form of government for France. The move marks a notable shift in church-state relations during the period.

Paris Grenoble Republic Frante

Crooked Banker in Germany Sentenced for Forgery

VIEs tNA June 26 Herr Mayer director of the Messe branch of the German State Bank has been sentenced to ten years imprisonment for systematic forgery and fraud. Shirley Dare explains beauty tips for readers of THE DISPATCH tomorrow.

Germany Vieswna Herr Mayer Messe

Boy Husband Abducted In Baltimore Suit For 810,000

A 30 year old wife, Minnie Parker, seeks 810,000 against Frank Ehlen and Benjamin F. Newcomer for alienating her husband Malcolm Parker and abducting him. Parker, under 19, married in Washington after meeting three months earlier. The wife says two men, Ehlen and Newcomer, took her husband from their Philadelphia home after she had earned money to support them. The case notes the husband’s guardianship and a family dispute over recognition and support.

the Dispatch Baltimore Minnie Parker Birch L. L. Parker Frank Ehlen Benjamin F. Newcomer Washington Parker Anne Philadelphia B. F. Newcomer

Frenchy No 1 Greets Jury With Arabic Salutation

Ameer Ben Ali known as Frenchy No 1 returned to the General Sessions bar for his murder trial of Shakespeare. He stood, saluted in Arabic and sat, then remained calm. The prosecution outlines strong circumstantial evidence and heroin custody while the jury plans a visit to the East River Hotel murder scene.

New York Ameer Ben Ali Frenchy No. 1 Shakespeare Saraamed Smyth Mussulman Mursalman Conoe Tee Currie Brown East River

Tornado destroys Natal ie breaker killing six in Moret Carmen

Six men died when the Patterson Coal Company's Natalie breaker near Moret Carmen, two miles north of the city, was crushed by a tornado. Slaters Lodge Roberts and two unknowns perished, carpenters died inside the structure. The storm caused widespread damage, flooding, and train washouts as rescuers, police, and firemen aided survivors.

Moret Carmen Patterson Coal Company Natalie J. N. Blossom Hawley J. Bentley Dodson Shickshing Richard Roberts Luzerneborough William Lodge Big Mountain Lodge Roberts Wilkesharre Pittsburg Philadelphia

Lightning wrecks powder mills near Galveston

A June thunderstorm lightning struck the American Powder Company powder house containing 2 000 kegs, triggering explosions at Hazard Dupont and Laflin Rand houses. The blast wrecked the area, shattered glass, toppled buildings, killed cattle, injured residents, and caused total losses around 20 000 dollars.

Galveston American Powder Company Hazard & Dupont Laflin & Rand Victor Cortinas Wder Eagle Grove Aed

Eye witness recalls Cherokees flood wrecking homes

An eyewitness from Cherokee reports a sudden cloudburst floods Cherokee, transforming houses into bubbles on the crest of water. Trees bend and break as torrents sweep through, leaving 300 to 400 families homeless. The flood struck before residents realized what happened. The speaker emphasizes the need to see the devastation to grasp its scale.

Fort Dope Cherokee

A Deluge of Hail Over Hudson Suburbs

Huge hail descended from brick clouds over the Hudson and suburbs beyond the Jersey Palisades. The storm halted cable cars above One Hundred and Sixty-eighth Street as visibility vanished. A strong wind caused damage to temporary stands and tents used by summer crowds.

Dispatch New Yours Hudson Jersey Palisades City Harlem One Hundred and Fifth Street One Hundred and Sixty-eighth Street

Flood Devastates Correctionville Iowas Town and Dams

A Correctionville to Kingsley messenger reports a severe flood sweeping the valley washing away a new dam above Correctionville. Lower town houses were carried off with narrow escapes for residents. Five bridges were destroyed and business districts heavily damaged. The total houses destroyed remain unknown.

Sioux City Correctionville Kingsley

Omaha Under Water Storm floods Omaha and floods north areas

Omaha reports severe storm damage with prolonged rain. East Omaha suffers heavy flooding as water covers Clark Street to Twenty fourth Street, reaching depths of two to six feet in developed northern districts. Local residents and services faced disruption as the deluge persisted through the day.

Omaha Clark Street Twenty-fourth Street

Francis Murphy Hurt in Western Rail Accident

In a Montana wreck near Rosenup a washout on the Northern Pacific line sent a west bound train into embankment. Francis Murphy the Pittsburg temperance lecturer broke his nose while Mrs Murphy had a slight facial abrasion. Thirteen others were injured, many with scratches. several passengers feared drowned but all were rescued. Murphy planned to rest at Helena Sanitarium before proceeding to Spokane Falls.

Montana Portland Ore Illiam, Toole and Son Hamilton Ont Francia Murphy Helena Sanitarium Spokane Falls

Palestine Sinks Near San Francisco With All Hands Safe

The Palestine, a 1400 ton coal ship from Tacoma, struck the San Francisco bar and sank quickly while the crew of 71 was saved. The vessel, 209 feet long and built in 1877 at Bath Maine, had 2500 tons of coal for Southern Pacific when she went down after striking 13 fathoms of water. The Wizard towed the sailors to harbor as calm seas prevailed and Captain McCartney ordered lifeboats used.

San Francisco Palestine Tacoma Southern Pacific Company McCartney Boa Bath Samuel Blair

Flood Devastates Moville Iowa Trio and Rail Line

At Chicago and Northwestern HQ Boone Iowa a dispatch from Moville reports Moville wiped out with water up to ceilings. Homes swept away rail turntable displaced three miles of track lost between Mogille and Kingsley bridges damaged Sioux river. Storms intensify eastward.

Boone Chicago and Northwestern Maple River Moville Mogille Kingsley Sioux River

Train Collision Kills Crew and Cattle in Jefferson

A freight train wreck in Jefferson Texas on the Texas Pacific Railway killed rear brakeman S. M. Dean and another crew member L. St. Grutger, with about 25 head of beef cattle, and demolished engines and eight cars. Both engineers and firemen survived by jumping. The crash was caused by the eastbound train leaving two minutes early, delaying all trains by about 12 hours. A similar collision occurred nearby last Monday on the same line.

Jefferson Tex Texas Pacific Railway S. M. Dean L. St. Grutger

Jealous Barber shoots railroad fireman at Wilcox tragedy

A jealous barber Charles Sprague shot Louis Van Vliet, a railroad fireman, at Wilcox after threats of vengeance. Van Vliet was struck in the heart and lung and died or soon to die. Sprague, from Ridgway, was disarmed, surrendered, and awaiting outcome with legal proceedings. Wilcox, near the Bush murder site, is described. a future Dispatch sports note mentions a baseball review in tomorrow's edition.

St. Mary's Louis van Vliet Charles Sprague Wilcox van Vliet Sprague Ridgway Wimmer Hartman Oe Jo Squire Healy Hull van Viliet

Signs of a Squall Right to Indorse a Deal in Selecting Judges

A county political clash over judicial appointments under Governor Pattison centers on whether the Republican County Committee should indorse a slate or call a convention. Figures like C. S. Fetterman, A. J. McQuilty, and Alderman P. B. Reilly weigh in, with Democratic views noting past influences shaping the judge slate. A social Tariff Club event featuring Congressman John Robinson is described as nonpolitical in tone despite political undercurrents.

Republican County Committee Pattison John R. Harbison Tsting C. S. Fetterman Foley MeGules K. Bilips Eecahera County Committee W. B. Kirker Bellevue Mr. Phillips P. B. Reilly Ublican Party Mr. Fetterman Judge Porter Kennedy Reilly Tariff Club Thirtieth Ward Republican Club Philadelphia Jack Robinson Cincinnati H. P. Ford Ford John Robinson John Izell Dalzell Washington Robinson Beame Alee John Dalzell Pre Be Mr. Dalzell

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Fester Andeouines Treasury Synthus Genert Inhue Arions Board of Catholic Missions Father Chappelle Otfee Erecr Morin Inoothe Interior Department Artivan Ierguin Hunters Luyers Ata Kansas Rathbone Company Blue and Gray Crooked South Dakota Banking Mr. Parnell E. Dwyer Gray McCarthy Bournemouth Eee Dillon Brien Sam Wood Gordon-Cumming Crown Council Mr. Spurgeon Loxnox Charles Spurgeoin Indorses Shirley Dare Murray Sulaamed Mt. Carmel Francis Murphy Med District Burlington and Elkhorn Traine Corrrectionville Jules Verne Dispatch Tomorrow Sporting Republican County Committee For Organization Indorse Fetterman THE T. C Brennen Sipe
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