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Durarce
Rumor of German American Vessel Collision at Samoa
A startling rumor from Kiel claims a collision occurred between German and American ships at Samoa. The report is uncorroborated and viewed skeptically, though national pride and past tensions make it seem significant and it could affect today’s inaugural ceremonies.
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Germany
Samoa
Samosa
Bismarck
Pennsylvania Railroad annual report shows strong earnings
The annual report reveals high gross earnings for the Pennsylvania Railroad and indicates closer margins due to railway wars and lower rates. It serves as a key barometer of trade and manufacturing in Pennsylvania via the central transportation agency. Shareholders are assured by the report's detail and its robust railway statistics.
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Pennsylvania
Central Transportation Agency
Inauguration crowds prompt annex plan and national travel fix
The article argues that Washington’s inauguration crowds overwhelm the capital and proposes two remedies. Annex capital to ease congestion or bring inauguration performances nationwide via chartered trains to reach spectators across the country.
Mrs. Cleveland’s Conquest Returns Tarnished Fame
A fragment describes irregular members of the Cleveland Administration leaving office with mixed praise and lingering questions about diplomatic and political missteps. Private Secretary Lamont receives commendations from political allies and opponents, while the report hints at further developments.
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Lamont
Great-grandfather of Gen Harrison Resting in Ligonier Graveyard
The article traces Major James Ramsey, Glasgow native and West of the mountains pioneer, grandfather of President Harrison. It details his career in flour milling and country store keeping, family lineage through Mercersburg and Pittsburgh, and notes his pious habits and notable descendants including connections to General William Henry Harrison and the presidency.
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Ligonier
Westmoreland County
James Ramsey
Glasgow
Scotland
Mercersburg
Pennsylvania
Mary
Archibald
Jane Dley
General Findley
Wm. H. Harrison
Elizabeth
Cincinnati
John Scott Harrison
Major
Nancy
John Sutherland
Hamilton
Carter
Sarah
Mercersbore
Wm. Speer
Falling Spring
Chambersburg
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Reensburg
Remarkable Fiftieth Congress Vetoes and Legislation Review
Washington notes assess the Fiftieth Congress with Cleveland’s veto record and laws passed or defeated. It highlights 12,600 House bills introduced, 1,791 laws enacted, 99 vetoed bills, and key measures like the Chinese exclusion bill, a Department of Agriculture, and territorial admissions for North and South Dakota.
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Cleveland
Seasion
Deseaden
Coneae
Department of Agriculture
North
South Dakota
Washin
Shmire
Frank A. Blair
Taree
House
Senate
Utah
Idaho
New Mexico
Wyoming
Canada
Dominion
Internal Revenue
Frances Cleveland and Lamont Proposed for 1892 Ticket
The article praises Frances F. Cleveland and Daniel S. Lamont as a potential ticket for 1892. It notes Mrs. Cleveland's political ascent and Mrs. Harrison's affection for her White House predecessor, framing a woman suffrage stance as advantageous for the Democrats.
Cleveland Administration Draws Mixed Review as Harrison Succeeds
The piece assesses President Cleveland's tenure, noting early promise as a reformer and later weakness from capitulating to party machines. It argues criticism stems from rivals and party insiders, while praising initial honesty and condemning patronage driven shifts that undermined reformist goals.
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Harrison
Congress
White House
Englishman Defends Rights On Chicago Cable Car
An English passenger sues a cable car company for five cents after the ride ends at his home, winning a verdict that affirms individual rights against corporate petty impositions. The incident signals a larger call for Americans to study the English method of asserting rights. Montreal beef prices and Stuyvesant Fish’s centennial ball at the Met add to the chatty national mood.
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Chicago
Politician feuds and society shocks in national notes
A column surveys New York Cabinet exclusions and Lily gifts to General Harrison by Colonel Shephard, with satire on political strife. It notes Duke of Sutherland and Mrs Blair sightings, Washington social scenes, and a senator’s resignation amid temperance concerns. It also touches on Canada’s commercial union and Standard Oil oil refining rumors.
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Elliot F. Shephard
Harrison
Nelly
New York
Duke of Sutherland
Standard Oil Company
Lima
Pennsylvania
Prominence Notes From Washington Gossip Sheet
Mrs Harrison in her 57th year and Mrs Expiroer remaining in Washington until April. Ex Governor Craver of New Hampshire stays at the Riggs House and aims for a foreign mission. Sir Julian Pauncefote poised as British Minister. England cabinet reportedly dislikes him. Lady Sirspar, 45, famed song writer, tall and costumed. she paints and writes. Duke of Newcastle funds a new church at Clumber and memorial window given by tenants. Russe B Harris on Harrison’s son edited a paper at age ten in Honesdale 1865. Dr Mary Walker seeks a fat clerkship and Calon work. Washington reporter claims Elliott Shepard cut Bible verses for Mail and Express. Mrs Harrison impressed by Mrs Cleveland and praises her. President-elect Harrison’s typewriter Miss Sawyer excites correspondents and keeps her political intel to herself.
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Expiroer
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England
Govrnor Craver
New Hampshire
Riggs House
Julian Pauncefote
Aes Bam
Sirpsar
Duke of Newcastle
Clumber
Russe
B. Haneisox
Honesdale
Young Harrison
Mary Walker
Calon
Elliott F. Shepard
Arlington Hotel
Mail
Express
New York
Cleveland
White House
Miss Sawyer
Elijah Halford
Halford
Senate
Waita
Maggie Mitchell
H. T. Paddock
H. G. Onderdonk
Poughkeepsie
Attica
N. Y
Pigott
Prince of Wales
Monte Carlo
Bismarck
Lord Salisbury
Herr Steubel
Germany
Samoa
Cuban planter kidnapped and ransomed then freed
Modesto Ruiz, a wealthy Cuban planter and former mayor, was intercepted on his estate ride by two robbers who forced him to dismount, blindfolded him, and led him away. After a night’s travel the gang demanded ransom, Ruiz promised to pay if possible, and he was later released near his home in Esperanza after return travel via Santa Fe.
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Cienfuezos
Modesto Ruiz
Andinka
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Oean
Santa Fe
Esperanza
Bear encounter on road prompts rescue near Williamsport
In Williamsport on March 2 Calen Janis traveling from Canton to Grover encounters a large bear in the road. A crowd, including Miller and others, assists as they attempt to drive off the animal. The incident ends with the bear still present and bystanders reacting to the danger.
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Williamsport
Calen Janis
Canton
Grover
Germay
Ao Eolace
Miller
Bedford Avenue incident at Albertaon's brickyard
A fragmented report notes an early morning event at Albertaon's brickyard on Bedford Avenue. Details are unclear but indicate an assault occurred and the assailant fled before authorities could identify them.
Ingalls to Step Down as Presiding Officer in Senate
Washington dispatch notes Senator John James Ingalls will resign the chair of the presiding officer of the Senate the fiftieth Congress dissolves. Morton will receive the gavel. Ingalls praised for fairness and dignity, though limited on partisan speaking during his tenure. He returns to the floor March 6 and may speak more once off the chair.
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Mr. Morton
Harrison
Boulanger
Washington
John James Ingalls
Levi P. Morton
Senate
Melancholy Capitol Guide and Odd Roller Skate Tale
A skeptical observer critiques Capitol art as dispiriting yet notes a few guides display sarcasm. The piece recalls humorous anecdotes about a story attributed to Representative Frank Lawler involving Robert Fulton and a roller skate statue myth.
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Capitol
Ao ‘Ularly
Frank Lawler
Robert Fulton
Perry Heath and visitors mingle with statue tour confusion
A cor respondent recalls Perry Heath amid a guide's joke in statuary hall while another guest at the Capitol, Barry of the Detroit Journal, is teased over a marble stairway remark. The Arlington Hotel room reveals General Harrison’s lodging and cabinet-picking parallels to Boulangis’s Washington visit.
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Heath
Statuary Hall
Perry Heath
Barry
Detroit Jt
Senate Wing
Capitol
Bay of Michigans
Washington beggars test patience of visiting sports star
The author notes that in Washington the very poor are fewer than in other cities yet Stuart Robson reports an unprecedented flood of begging letters and hotel calls. He says three to four daily requests for assistance arrive during a two week stay. The piece portrays decayed manners and misplaced generosity among many who crave aid.
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Washington
Stuart Robson
Women writers in Washington beg for aid amid piano debt scam
A clipped Washington note describes professional solicitations from refined women asking for large sums, often five or ten dollars, with most claims vague. One encounter recounts a well-dressed woman pressuring for over $200 to save a grand piano, then leaving abruptly, leaving the reader skeptical of who deserves help.
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Robson
Png
Pont
Notable Effort by Childs for Wanamaker Highlighted
The Chicago Times credits George W. Childs with substantial work for his associate Wanamaker. The text then criticizes a political premise, suggesting it would provoke strong, adverse reactions from Charles A Dans in a hostile stance.
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Chicago Times
George W. Childs
Wanamaker
Charles A. Dans
Hydrophobia Suspected After Boy Bites Fingers
An Ohio boy who bit off two fingers is said to be afflicted with hydrophobia. The persistent swallowing of two or three fingers risks delirium tremens and further health complications.
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Boston Herald
Ohio
The Old Reliable Method From the Omaha Herald
A circulated piece claims a simple way to attract public attention using umbrella as a visual device. The note suggests this method as best, though details are scarce and the tone hints at a light commentary on promotional tricks.
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Omaha Herald
Thurman Leaves Home to Visit Office in Columbus Ohio
In CoLumnus Ohio on March 3 Judge Allen G Thurman after two months sick with rheumatism walked to his Rich Street office. He declined comment on President Cleveland and Cabinet prospects while noting Windom for Treasury and Blaine influence. The interview reveals his guarded stance on politics and cabinet allocations.
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Allen G. Thurman
Rich Street
Jo Thurman
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Ken
Cleveland
Dent Cleveland
Harrison
Blaine
Labor Commissioner Job Muddle Plagues Three Governors
Special telegram from Wheeling West Virginia describes the struggle over appointing a new Labor Commissioner. The West Virginia Trades and Labor Assembly backs the initiative, but Republicans Democrats and three governors complicate the selection as rival factions seek endorsements and control of the appointment. The Assembly fears its favored Wheeling candidate may be blocked if incumbents lose seats.
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Dispatch
Wheeling
W. VA
Otio Valley Trades and Labor Assembly
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Investigating Election Offenses in St Louis
The Democratic State Committee probes the November St Louis vote showing alleged voting by dead men non residents and others not listed as colored on registrations. US District Attorney Knapp reports prominent citizens implicated and predicts further arrests of Burinon Kinney Robertson Hudson and Amondson with other names expected.
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Democratic State Committee
St. Louis
Thomas M. Knapp
United States District Attorney
Pertoms
United States
James Fr. Burinon
J. Kinney
Jose Robertson
Joseph Hudson
Abemondson
A Six Years Incognito Reveals Dentist’s True Identity
Louisville report details C G Wayt a local dentist for six years who concealed his name to avoid debt. He is identified as 8 L Butler nephew of Tennessee Congressman Butler and Rev George Butler US Senate aide. He left Richmond six years ago, planned to evade creditors, and now faces exposure while en route to Washington for a vacation.
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C. G. Wayt
Wayt
L. Butler
Congressman Butler
Tennessee
George Butler
United States Senate
Richmond
Eustace Gil
West Virginia
Washington
Waste a Chestnut Tree
Martinburg report says two Potomac area farmers Emerson and Couchman found a hollow chestnut tree containing a bundle of national bank notes. The money’s owner and reason for placing it there remain unknown.
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March
Messrs. Emerson and Couchman
Potomac
Williamstown
National Bank
Woman Found Dead in Bed in Seaside Home
Caroline Maitland aged 44 was found dead in bed at her home 14 Beaver Street. An inquest was opened to examine the circumstances of the death.
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Caroline Maitland
Beaver
Two Men Detained After Open Door Found at McAteer Grocery
Officer Terry found the front door ajar at James A. McAteer’s grocery on Webster Avenue after a tip last night. He arrested two men and took them to the Eleventh Ward station house for detention.
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Webster Avenue
Terry
Eleventh Ward
Sunday Morning Special Car Leaves Southside
About 20 prominent Southside men departed aboard a cere gas special car over the tingere Railroad led by Alderman C. EB Succop.
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Succop
Law of Libel bill aims to shield newspapers in libel suits
Representative John F Near of Berport Connecticut proposes a Michigan like libel reform. The bill shifts malice burden to plaintiffs requires retraction before suit proceeds and limits damages. It also bans contingent fees for attorneys and forbids upfront advances for libel actions.
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Jubilant Leaguer John Fitzgerald Exits Home Rule Leader
John Fitzgerald of Lincoln Nebraska, president of the Irish National League, lauds the Times victory and Parnell fund gains. He notes plans for the national convention in Philadelphia next July, potential new officers, and hints at contenders including Alexander Sullivan. A census note from Baltimore American comments on Washington census timing.
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John Fitzgerald
Lincoln
Neb
Irish National League
Grand Pacific
American League
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Imnt Biess
Il Wi
League
Alexander Sullivan
The Old Home Twilight Reflections
A nostalgic poem recalls a vanished homestead and childhood voices. The speaker laments loss of family, garden surroundings, and familiar sounds as twilight deepens and the night winds answer with solitude.
Inauguration Prep and Broad News Recap
A comprehensive look at preparations for President Harrison's inauguration dominates the feature. Updates cover Cabinet speculation, Cleveland's veto and Senate override, widow's pension defeat, a divorce suit, and a wills dispute. Foreign and domestic notes, cultural sketches, and extensive reviews fill the rest of the issue.
Early Closing Movement For Allegheny Shoe Stores
A letter to the Dispaten from Allegheny urges retail shoe dealers to close at 7 PM to benefit clerks. The author, Joan D. Hughes, claims Pittsburgh stores have followed a similar system for years to everyone’s satisfaction and asks the newspaper to influence others to adopt the practice.
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Joan D. Hughes
Croquettes Defined as Fried Meat Ball
A March 2 reader asks for the definition of croquettet. Piriptura notes the term derives from French croquet meaning to crunch and describes a fried meat ball made from pounded chicken meat butter and other ingredients.
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To settle a dispute on proper form in mail pouch column
A reader asks whether the correct title is physician or doctor for J A Taylor or J I Fae from Pittssane with a date of March 2 in Vernon Fin The item also asks for the county seat of Washington county Florida and signs off with X O K Minnald on March 2.
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Florida
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Hungry Ghosts Spurs Sleuths In New Jersey Town
South Orange in New Jersey reports spooks haunting residents on Prospect Street and nearby areas. Police Officer Dunn is tasked with capturing phantoms as two girls describe a shrouded visitor melting away when approached.
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G Iyron
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Aimee
Bernard Kernan
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Americans Rule Out Great Decrease in Canadian Fish Catch
Ottawa reports a sharp drop in fish harvests in Canadian waters amid Washington treaty license rules. Thirty six licenses issued, 33 U.S. vessels active in the gulf, mackerel fishing down with about 120 Canadian workers. inshore fishing larger but overall catch around 10 000 barrels. One small seizure near Bay of Fundy, boat released after expenses. Wait and watch. note 17 year locusts may signal war or prohibition.
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Ottawa
Bay of Fundy
Curious Condensations and Oddities Across the World
A collage of curious notes reports a seven foot seven inch Colorado figure, hog counts in Cincinnati from 1888 to 1550, phantom lights near Husson London, a massive oak in Scottsburg Indiana, and a New Haven boa constrictor. It covers European moon quest, French vaccination, dental mystery, and a Bremen canal tale, plus Eiffel Tower progress, Belgium powder cannons, ghostly railway lights in Holsworthy, eel blood studies by Mosso, and Biddeford Saco girls craving blue clay and soft bricks with ash bread habits.
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England
Biddeford
Saco
Indies
Witty Fragments From Periodicals And Observations
A collection of quirky clippings and captions from comic snippets and social notes. Bits include fooling merchants, inventor jests, newsboy banter, and light vignettes from unnamed papers with playful wordplay and urban caricatures.
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