Senatorial clash over gauger bill shows bitter Senate mood
The Pennsylvania Senate in Harrisburg heatedly debated a bill to abolish the Allegheny gauger office. Senator Upperman charged mishandling and trickery as Delamater defended the process, amid claims the measure surfaced without proper reporting and concern over funding amendments for elections and local refinery interests.
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Upperman
Allegheny
Senate
Senator Delamater
Allegheny County
Standard Oil Company
Senator Newmyer Sparks Senate Dispute Over Bill Passage
Report cites tense exchange between Senators Upperman Delamater and Newmyer as the bill moves through its first reading. Chairman Andrews confronts Newmyer while others suggest Upperman aimed to suppress the measure. A later public remark from SmmPsox notes the comments were not for publication.
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Newmyer
Senator Newmyer
Tors Upperman
Ross
Upperman
Delamater
Chairman Andrews
Andrews
Dacrodt
Governor Signs Municipal Lien Bill After Senate Vote
Harrisburg report says Governor Beaver signed Senator Newmyer’s municipal lien bill after debate. Pittsburg supporters urged delay arguing it would apply to Pennsvenue liens. governor noted it targets future liens only. Morrow and council members warned of tight passage deadlines with hearings and conference committee ahead.
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Morrow
Beaver
Besver
Newmyer
Pittsburg
McCallin
Morelanter
H. P. Ford
W. R. Ford
O. KE. Gardner
H. K. Ighem
Pittsby
Moreas
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Senate
Conference
Allegheny
COUNTING THE COST OF JUNE SPECIAL ELECTION
Harrisburg dispatch reports members discuss the June 18 election costs with counties bearing most expenses. Philadelphia faces over 40000, Pittsburgh about half that. Debate centers on state reimbursement bill likely in next Legislature despite session winding down. Republican leaders provide limited support for prohibition.
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Harrisburg
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Prohibition
Legislators Hustling to Clear Work Before Adjournment
Harrisburg report says both houses push to shrink calendars before adjournment. Leaders drive rapid committee work and tight time limits. a pool bill defeat cited as voters are away for conference duties and roll calls.
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Harrisburg
Tattered relic returns to senator after capture in Civil War
Harrisburg May 4 The tattered flag of the Cameron Cavalry Philadelphia long stored in the State House depository has been returned to Senator Quay by General Wade Hampton whose command captured it. Surviving Cameron cavalry members are described as safer and better cared for. the flag’s final custody remains under discussion.
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Harrisburg
Cameron Cavalry
Philadelphia
Senator Quay
Wade Hampton
Cameron
State House
Executive Department
Boulanger Labeled Gutter Dictator in Modern Debate
The article brands the figure as a gutter dictator amid heated discussion. It notes contemporary political tensions and critics labeling Boulanger in sharp terms while offering contrast from supporters.
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Boulanger
Bory Assemibol Gewalthen
Erry Boulanger
Samoan talks progress and Berlin reports on Samoa
Berlin conference updates show English and American delegates pleased with progress on land tenure issues in Samoa. German claims are challenged by Sewall and Brandeis, while Pendleton prepares to leave Berlin. The document cites Knappe defending his Samoa conduct and notes tensions over indemnity and land titles.
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Parker
Buckingham
Ameritet
Can
Kaiserhof Hotel
Apia
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Bismarck
United States
Rebela
St Apis
Vienna
Germany
Crooked Land Deals Alleged At Oklahoma Land Opening
George W. Cole of Chicago met with Attorney General Miller to accuse government officers of illegal land grabs at the Oklahoma opening. He named Marshal Jones of Kansas and deputies, plus Marshal Needles, seeking justice. Secretary Noble and Inspector Hobbs noted orderly crowds and promised investigation.
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George W. Cole
Chicago
Oklahoma
Miller
Marshal Jones
Kansas
Cole
Marshal Needles
Noble
Frank D. Hobbs
Guthrie
Jere Dunn Faces Limited Divorce Case in New York
Jere Dunn, famed horseman and owner of racing stables, is sued for limited divorce by Helen Bronson Dunn. She claims they married in October 1883 and that he abandoned her last May while they lived in New York. Dunn’s lawyer denies any marriage and says he has known nothing of her for three years.
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New York
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Helen Bronson Dunn
Cincinnati
Phiape
Mr. Dunn
Coleman House
Joan Bright
Shakespeare
Saleene
Ireland
London Academy
John Eliot
Musem
Stop
Faden
Brossens
Chuurchimll
Longman’s New Review
Becland
George Baden Powell
Bucks County Democrats Led Into Camp by Republicans
Harrisburg dispatch reports that Pennsylvania Democrats backing a Penn farm purchase were misled by Republican leaders into supporting measures in exchange for a promised payoff. The deal reportedly failed to materialize, leaving Democrats uncertain who bore responsibility or whether the land deal would proceed at a set price.
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Harrisburg
Penn Farm
Eer
Harrisburg Budget Clash Over Homeopathic Hospital Funds
In Harrisburg on May 4 Harry Paul and colleagues met the Governor to discuss the Homeopathic Hospital appropriation. They noted the House overran revenues by 2,000,000 for the next two fiscal years, and the Senate added 75,000 for dress uniforms for the National. Cuts seem likely, with charitable institutions at risk.
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Harry Paul
Messrs. Slack and
Collins
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Senate
Lmited
Duncannon
Colores McDowell
Maggie Stuck
Mrs. Jones
Wightman’s Row
George McCgibbon
Shalersville Pike
Dr. Gangiott
Smithfield Street
Otal
O'Brien to be Freed Unconditionally Reported
The Telegraph asserts authority for the statement that Mr. O'Brien will be released unconditionally. It also notes that Mr. Harri refused to go to London unless in garb and closely shaved.
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Dupire
May
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London
Amateur Society Circus Delights New York Crowd
The May 4 Pleasaunce circus in Baychester drew high society to a lavish event. Notables including E Roosevelt and P Lorillard Jr. witnessed ponies, aerial acts, and clown routines in a luxurious ring amid crimson plush and multicolored bunting. A seven Pullman train conveyed guests to and from the Long Island Sound venue, ending with a late country supper and dancing.
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New York
Pleasaunce
James M. Waterbury
Baychester
Long Island Sound
Waterbury
Duc de Morny
Paris
Mr. Waterbury
John O. Barman
Isaac Iselin
C.oliver Iselin
Harry Coster
P. Lorillard, Jr
Daisy Hearst
Miss Cary
Adolph Laden
Sallie Hargour
Frederick Beach
E. C. Potter
Conner
Woodbury Kan
William Binninger
Messrs
Lesher
Landon
Taylor
Molyneur
Prof
Goldie
Horace
Johnny
Mr. Potter
Howard N. Potter
Johnony
Uae
Potter
Molyneux
Nowadys
Budd Ap Jeton
Frederic Beach
Beach
Johnny Storesaid
Victor Sorchon
Amalgamated Picnic Set for January Rock Point Reunion
The Executive Board of the Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers met last night and decided to hold the tenth annual reunion and picnic at Rock Point on Saturday, January 8. The affair will follow established plans with little change.
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Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers
Rock Point
News of the Tahiti Hurricane Reach America
The City of Papevie reports the Tahiti hurricane that struck March 12 13 near Papeete with widespread destruction. Trees down streets impassable and plantations damaged as ships sheltered off Tahiti and no major loss of life reported locally. Captain Bernd notes calm seas before the gale and strong winds from the north.
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Papevie
Society Islands
Samoa
Bernd
Papeete
Laviere
le Vol
Tahiti
Maitei
Auckland
Mission at St Pauls Cathedral concludes with 3 30 service
The women’s mission at St Pauls Cathedral closes this afternoon with a 3 30 service. A plenary indulgence will be proclaimed during the meeting and afternoon service. The men’s mission continues tonight with a 7 30 sermon and runs through the week. Passionist Fathers hear about 1000 confessions daily.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
Two Slick Citizens In Buffalo Store Till Robbery
The Buffalo chief of police sends Detective O M era information on Martin Joyce and John Hennessy. Joyce and Joyce enters a store with Hen in a buggy and rifles the till while Hennessy talks with the proprietor. Police circle says both men are well known in the area.
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Buffalo
O'Mara
Martin Joyce
John Hennessy
Joyce
Ile
Local Items and Incidents From Two Cities
Incidents include Tr Central Traction Company building a new power house starting tomorrow in Pittsburgh area. Reports of a chimney fire on Howard street in Allegheny. Assorted legal notices, assaults, arrests, and city society remarks from Allegheny and nearby towns.
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Scottdale
Sarton
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George H. Reed
James H. Reed
Marvin
H.J. Moon
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Mare
Engine Company No. 16
James Carroll
John Beck
Joan Billees
Dixmont
Crane
L. C. Nissley
Middletown Sun
J. ©. Nissley, Esq
Harrisburg
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Salisbury Hall
W. P. Powell
W. T. McConnell
Ohio
Bronx
William McGraw
Forbes Street
William W. Hogue
W. M. Hosg
Philadelphia
Controversy over Lydecker Court Martial Sentence
Washington reports condemn the Lydecker case where Major Lydecker in charge of the water works tunnel faced a harsh contrast with Lieutenant Commander Book. The public critiques the court's lenient $100 monthly pay surrender and reprimand, while Book receives heavier discipline for a separate incident.
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Lydecker
Washington
Book
Gray
Water Works
Mine Host Seeks Revenge by Extending Hotel Arno
May 4. William E. Pratt owner of the Hotel Arno bought ex minister McLane’s Paris residence on EK street to widen the hotel. He aims to extend a wing behind the hotel to K street, planning towering flats that would overshadow Justice Gray’s residence on the corner.
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Hixcox
William E. Pratt
Arno
McLane
Paris
EK Street
Justice Gray
Supreme Court
Pratt
K Street
Postmaster Appointments Cut Back By Administration
Washington dispatch reports a slow week for postmaster appointments under the current administration. General Clark, absent from the capital, marks a notably quiet day as only about 700 new postmasters are named nationwide, with roughly 60 in Pennsylvania amid a broader pattern of personnel changes.
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Washineton
Clarkson
Indictment for Murder Drawn Against Insane Asylum Keeper
A grand jury in Onrcaco returns an indictment for murder against County Insane Asylum Superintendent Kiernan. The charge stems from the death of a patient at the institution amid reports of beatings and abuse by staff, with Pecha and Richardson noted in connection with the case.
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Onrcaco
Kiernan
Pecha
Richardson
Count Toletel Dangerously Ill in Peterssvee
May 4 report from Peterssvee notes Count Toletel, Minister of the Interior, is seriously ill in the city. Local officials and medical staff monitor his condition as observers await further updates.
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