Spain and Germany clash over a European customs issue
Gossip from Berlin notes Germany France and Austria pursuing reciprocal tariffs with Spain while Spain grants American differential duties to Cuba and Puerto Rico blocking new treaties. reports say the Madrid cabinet plans general tariff revisions as France sets a tariff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Associated Press
Beerli
Spain
John W. Foster
United States
Madrid
Duke of Tetrian
Germany
France
America
England's New Rifle Expert Declares Best in Work
In Loxpox on May 16 HY Dunlap's Cable Company reports an expert verdict praising England's new rifle as the best in the field. The piece notes credible assessment from a noted authority, highlighting its design, accuracy, and build quality. The report frames the rifle as a leading innovation in military arms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HY Dunlap
United Service
Evelyn-Hurlburt Case Heads to New York for Missing Wilfred Murray
The Evelyn-Hurlburt case continues to unfold with a new lead as the late defendant plans to travel to New York early next week in search of Wilfred Murray. The development follows a relative’s illness and death, affecting the timeline and public prosecutor’s actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dunlap
Loxpox
Evelyn-Hurlburt
Wilfred Murray
Reconstruction of a Cabinet in Lisbon Report
Lisbon on May 16 reports the King will summon Senor A de Serpax Pimentel a Councilor of State for a conference on forming a new Cabinet. Rumors also speak of a coalition ministry by Senor Carvalho exFinance Minister and Senor Ferreiera ex Minister of Public Works Commerce and Industry in the resigned Cabinet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisbon
Senor A. de Serpax Pimentel
Rumnors
Senor Carvalho
Finance
Senor Ferreiera
Czarewitch Blame Questioned Over Attack Scene
May 16 report suggests Czarewitch and companions provoked resentment at a public amusement venue with unruly behavior, leading officials to withhold exact scene details. The reticence by authorities fuels circulating speculation about responsibility and location of the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sr. Peterspung
Czarewitch
No Arbitration Offered in Italian American Dispute
Rome reports that neither Italy nor the United States has proposed referring the New Orleans prison lynching of Italians to arbitration. The semi official announcement states no advance toward arbitration by either side.
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Italy
United States
Rome
New Orleans
Queal Found at Last Amid Kansas City Mystery Death
Arthur Dean Queal, 27, financier with O. H. Queal & Co., vanished December 7, 1889. A Safe Deposit key tied to his vault led to a coroner in London confirming the body recovered from the River Trent in 1896 was Queal, ending a two year disappearance case.
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Kansas City
Arthur Dean Queal
O. H. Queal & Co
E. C. Sattley
Safe Deposit Bank
Central
Middlesex
London
Quent
Zoe
River Trent
Queal
Arthur Queal
Delegation of 500 Kansas Third Party Delegates
Kansas City May 16. A 500 strong Kansas delegation to the Cincinnati Third Party Convention begins gathering preparatory to departure. About 300 delegates from Farmers Alliance People’s Party Union Labor Knights of Labor and other industrial groups have arrived with more joining tonight and tomorrow morning. Leaders include W F Wrightmeyer Levi Dumbold P F Mae and Prof. Vincent. editors form Reform Press Association. The group favors a third party on a Farmers Alliance platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Kansas
Cincinnati
Third Party
Bavarsas
Ohio
Farmers’ Alliance
People’s Party
Union Labor
Knights of Labor
Citizen's Alliance
Industrial Organization
W. F. Wrightmeyer
National Citizens’ Industrial Alliance
Dr. C. & McAllen
Prof. Vincent
Winfield
Citizens’ Alliance
Country Alliance
Reform Press Association
Levi Dumbold
People's Party
P. F. Mae
Kansas House
Union Labor Party
Simpson
Baker
Otis
Clover
French farmer attacks wife and children in poverty crisis
Louis Layer, a French farmer near Lee Center, attempted to kill his wife and three children then hanged himself. The wife lies unconscious with severe head wounds. a 12 year old girl and siblings escaped to a neighbor. Layer had taken a rope from the barn and tried to strangle them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urica
Louis Layer
Lee Center
Layer
Man Thought To Hang Himself Sparks Neighborhood Search
A man appeared determined to hang himself prompting a neighborhood to rouse and scour surrounding hills and woods in a search for him. Authorities and volunteers coordinated efforts as residents followed leads and checked likely hiding spots. The incident drew widespread concern across the community.
End Near for Big Coke Strike Says K of L Convention May Decide
Special Telegram to the Dispatch reports the coke strike near end with 5860 ovens burning and production at 192 per week. A K of L convention is called for May 19 to seek rank and file input on continuing the strike. Sheriff sale looms for West Overton works and connected pits, while tensions rise over representation and potential factional conflict among workers.
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Rainey
Pinkerton
Redstone
Uniontown
Eagle
United Workers
Knights of Labor
K. of L
Monsey
Itf
Cambria Iron Company
Wheeler
West Overton
James McBride
McKelty
Squire Eicher
McBride
Bank scandals at Keystone National Bank and City Treasurer trouble
Philadelphia reports detail hearings into falsified bank returns at Keystone National Bank led by President Marsh and ex-Assistant Cashier Lawrence. Witnesses describe ledger page cuts and loans hidden from exams, plus questions over City Treasurer Bardsley’sLicense revenues and a looming June deadline to replace over $200,000 in state funds.
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Philadelphia
Guideon W. Marsh
Charles W. Lawrence
Broken Keystone National Bank
United States
Drew
Okie
John Cae Hcart
Hayes
Marsh
Lucas
Spring Garden National Bank
Spring Garden Bank
Natio Bank
J. Frank Lawrence
Charles Lawrence
Henry van Beil
J. T. Jackson
Charles C. Torr
Charles Shellenberger
Granville B. Haines
Samuel Lucas
Louis Breka
Bardsley
Harrisb
Aioe
McCamant
Henzel
Cit
Keystone Bank
Unclear financial trouble arrest reported
A fragment describes financial trouble and an offer to surrender himself but provides no clear names, places, or outcomes. The text mentions Mercer in relation to taking someone to a location that night, but details are incomplete and unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dati
Haga
Tobin Mystery Deepens in Mary Tobin Letter Claim
District Attorney Fitzgerald probes a sensational boast amid Tobin mystery rumors. A supposed Mary Tobin letter calling Dr. Robinson "my husband" surfaced through a Franklin, Pa, interview and a Bryan visit, with details kept private by an unnamed island resident. Investigators seek verified evidence and cross islands to confirm the extraordinary accusation.
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New York
Tobin
Robinson
Franklin
Dr. Bryan
New Brighton
Seren
Ryan
Bryan
Dr. Robinson
Mary Robinson
Styles
Seers
Develo
DAY LABORERS DEMAND WAGE RISE AT EASTERN MINNESOTA DOCKS
West Sourester Wis May 16 Day laborers at the Eastern Minnesota Rail road docks struck at noon seeking a higher wage. They had been paid 1 75 daily plus a 20 cent season-end bonus to deter tramps. About 100 quit, foremen siding with workers. 1,200 men expected to walk out Monday from trenches and grades as street laborers may join next week. Weather favored contractors. strike may be resolved with a raise.
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West Sourester
Wis
Eastern Minnesota Railroad Company
Two Officers Shot in Nassau County Firefight
Deputy Sheriff Joe Robinson was fatally shot by Harmon Lang during a May 16 capture attempt in Ferealdino Florida. Lang, a fugitive from Alachua County, escaped into the woods after exchanging gunfire with Sheriff O Neil and deputies. Robinson died within minutes and Lang sustained minor wounds. Residents threaten swift lynching if Lang is captured.
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Ferealdino
Fla
Joe Robinson
Nassau County
Harmon Lang
O'Neil
Tenth Street
Lang
Alachua County
Robinson
Posse
Chester
Ingalls Denies Platform Rumors on Lectures
Ex Senator Ingalls returns from New York and states that rumors of his engagement in lectures or literary work are unfounded. He says no such employment is planned or under consideration.
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Bismarck
Adames von Caprivi
Germany
Miner Sigl
Ag Chena
Viiners
Sigl
Westphalia
von Rvi
Carlsbad
Henry Villard
William Walter Phelps
United States
Diplomatic Corps
Horas White
New York
Constantinople
Schrader
Deutsch Bank
E. 8. Davis
Boston
Lily Lehmann
Kroll's
Agness McMurdo
Delagoa
London
Mr. Silver
Baltimore
Atchison
Ingalls
Train wreck devastates ten cars near Hyndman
Special Telegram reports a heavy freight train on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad broke near Hyndman last night. The middle of the train telescoped and the ends came together, demolishing ten cars. No further details available on injuries or cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKersport
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Hyndman
Mayor vows to wipe out Provenzano gang in New Orleans
May 16 report from New Orleans states Henry Peters a stevedore filed an affidavit against the Provenzano brothers for intimidation on the levee. Mayor Shakespeare summoned Joe and Peter Provenzano, pledging to end gang terror and ordering police to stop any harm to workers. The brothers offered little reply as churchman Rev Father Manoritta identified them as heads of Mafia activity.
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New Orleans
Henry Peters
Shakespeare
Provenzanos
Provenzano Brothers
Joe
Peter
Provenzano
Matranga
Denver
Florida and the Fair Faces Legislative Opposition
Florida faces dim prospects for World’s Fair representation due to tight state finances and legislative hurdles. Governor Fleming proposed a two mill levy with revenue routed to the World’s Fair fund and the Bureau of Immigration, but economists oppose the plan and broad opposition to the bureau complicates efforts.
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Jacksonville
Fun
Florida
Fleming
State Bureau of Immigration
Toto
Bureau of
Imre
Catholic Knights Council in Philadelphia Debates Dues Change
The Catholic Knights of America in Philadelphia adjourned a stormy session after proposing a five member committee to set a new assessment rate, adopting by law amendments, and increasing the Supreme Secretary’s salary to 3600 with extra rent. discussions also covered a suspended member’s death benefits and potential court action.
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Philadelphia
Supreme Council
Catholic Knights of America
Ceetins
Ono
Moster- Francis Janssens
Coleman
Kelly
Committee On Law
Garrison murder trial closes State rests as defense presents witnesses
In Wheeling on May 16 the State closed its case in the Garrison murder trial after W C Beans testified and Dr Reen Baird challenged the anonymous letter as not matching his father's handwriting. The defense then offered witnesses including W B Curtis to challenge the defendant's reputation, while eye witness J E Baker described the shooting on Main Street. He testified he saw Dr Garrison fire after approaching Eleventh Street corner.
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Wheeling
Garrison
W. C. Beans
Reen Baird
W. B. Curtis
West Liberty
J. E. Baker
Baker
Eleventh Street
Main
Dr. Garrison
Dr. Baird
Baird
Traveling salesman missing in Parkerburg mystery
May 11 dispatch reports W F Dillon a traveling salesman for Vance & Co Wheeling disappeared after staying at a prominent hotel. Rumors he was fleeced by sharpers circulated but remain unconfirmed as officials and friends search the state for him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
W. F. Dillon
Vance & Co
Shoe Company
Wheeling
Ths Place
Dillon
Dilbons
State Sanitary Convention met in Altoona Library Hall
Public health brief notes the State Sanitary Convention in Altoona on May 16 with talks by City Engineer Harry Linton on sewer districts and area estimates, and Dr Dudley on mountain town water supply. A resolution urged state funds for health, and others condemned the Fourth District sewer as a menace to children and riverbank residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altoona
Harry Linton
B. Dudley
Man dies after revolver mishap in boarding house
May 16 at 10 o clock night Michael Carter 22 was in Mia Connelly s boarding house a mile above town when Pat Gordon offered a revolver to examine in handling the weapon the ball entered Carter s stomach Dr Hunter of Turtle entered for the ball but in vain Carter is dying tonight investigators find no suggestion of intentional harm by anyone involved
Charities Conference Selects Denver for Next Meeting
Indianapolis May 16 The National Charities Conference plans its next gathering in Denver between June 10 and July 10, 1892. Dr W B Fish urged colonization of the intellectually disabled and described a profitable farm-based school model. Clara Barton chaired a report on charitable and correctional work as Mrs W T Smith led a discussion. Delegates will occupy area pulpits tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
National Charities Conference
Denver
W. B. Fish
Illinois School For
Wright
Clara Barton
Red Cross Association Fame
W. T. Smith
Connecticut
Struck Dead at Copeland Station
An unknown man about 30 years old was struck by a Pennsylvania Railway train at Copeland station yesterday afternoon and died while being taken away. He was five feet two inches tall, well dressed with dark hair and moustache, wearing a blue suit with removable buttons. No identifying marks were found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railway
Copeland Station
Enti
Switchmen Lose Bid in Federal Railway Conflict
The Supreme Council of the Federation of Railway Employes rejected the Chicago and Northwestern switchmen stance. It urged reinstatement of as many former workers as possible, after a long, contentious session. The council found the demand to discharge Yardmaster McInerny unjustified, and many out of town switchmen could likely be reinstated on request. The dispute remains unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Supreme Council of the Federation of Railway Employes
Chicago and Northwestern
Or —Ce
McInerny
FRUIT TOO FAR ADVANCED
The agriculturist feared a hard freeze as the cold wave swept in from the north. Forecasters warned fruit and plants are at risk though some growers expect only partial damage. Frost may be followed by rain, but dryness could still endanger crops once fruit is ripe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Vincent
Chicago
Too Strong a Grip Causes 40 Minute Traction Blockade
Gripman Peter Bodman on car No. 2 failed to release his grip at the Washington street power house vault causing a blockage on the Fifth avenue line last evening. Travel halted for about 40 minutes while workers freed the grip and cleared the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
Peter Bodman
Washington Street
The Kentucky Democratic Ticket Nominees Named
Louisville May 16 The Democratic State Convention completed the ticket by nominating L. C. Norman for State Auditor and Major Hale for State Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
L. C. Norman
Major Hale
Marvin's Royal Fruit Biscuit Delights at Luncheon Tables
For a Dainty Luncheon or daily use, Marvin's royal fruit biscuit stands unmatched in taste and quality. Buy one pound to keep on hand and never be without them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin
Findlay Township Tax Collector Arrested for Embezzlement
YounGstown May 16 W C Boyer tax collector of Findlay township Mercer county Pa arrested on a charge of embezzling 200 while in office. The arrest came on a telegram from Sheriff Burnett at the instance of the bondsmen of the accused. Boyer says he notified his bondsmen who are relatives.
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YounGstown
W. C. Boyer
Findlay Township
Mercer County
Burnett
Boyer
Grand Army Suits And Caps On Sale This Week
Veterans urged to visit GUSEY's for a limited sale featuring Grand Army suits priced at ten dollars, matching caps, and a full line of white vests starting at 49 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army
Gusey
Boy Burkhart, 10, Detained After Running Away
Allegheny police picked up Joseph Burkhart who gave his age as 10 but appears younger. He said he ran away from home two weeks ago after his mother refused to give him a penny she had promised. He does not know his home address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Burkhart
Allegheny Police
Glanders in Ohio alarms Dayton area horses
Dayton May 16 Dr W R Howe Assistant State Veterinarian returned from Darrtown Butler county where glanders fears grow Three horses condemned and to be killed Several others quarantined Dr Howe reports two cases near Dayton Washington D H Rev Mr Hawker's horse died from glanders recently
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Dayton
W. R. Howe
Darrtown
Butler County
Gas Explosion At Saloon Burns McGlade And Bartender
A natural gas explosion rocked the saloon of B. McGlade on South Twelfth street as the owner and bartender Mc Gill descended to the cellar with a lighted candle. Both suffered facial burns from the blast and ensuing flames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. McGlade
South Twelfth Street
McGlade
McGill
Fires Destroy Multiple Buildings Across Two Cities
A two story frame stable owned by Charles Ortman on Marquis near Fremont Street Allegheny burned. A fire at Linesville near Meadville yesterday morning devastated several stores and buildings, including McLane Schanck hardware and others, with total losses around 33000. In Parkersburg a Friday night blaze destroyed Isaac Carr’s blacksmith shop and nearby structures, with extensive damage to a warehouse and dye house and power failures plunging the city into darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Ortman
Marquis
Fremont Street
Allegheny
Linesville
Meadville
McLane & Schanck
Melane & Schanck
Hughes
Taeber & Grocers
Bowman & Rankin
Ee Sen Sonera
Parkersburg
Isaac Carr
Dave Tregolos
W. i
Ocean Steamship Arrivals Fula From Blamarck Hamburg
The steamer Fula arrives after voyage from Blamarck stopping at Hamburg. Crew and cargo details are sparse but indicate a routine port entry with arrival records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fula
Asenekaee
Blamarck
Hamburg
High School Fire Attempt Averted By Burn Fuse
A group of precocious high school boys who earlier burglarized desks attempted to burn the building. A fuse of rope with burning oil ran along a rope under Prof Smyth’s desk to a waste paper basket and blackened the floor but did not ignite the structure. Investigations found oil drops on the platform and box, suggesting deliberate intent to cause damage and force closure for exams. No fire reported to the local fire marshal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christine
A. H. Smyth
Ping
Thompson
Fighting Senate Bill 63 Drives Kountz Protest to Harrisburg
W J Kountz attorney for minority stockholders of the Pittsburg Allegheny and Manchester settee the Railway leads a protest against Senate bill No 6. The protest argues the measure would allow leasing passenger railways to motor power firms without owner consent and claims the bill is a general act aimed at three named railway companies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Kountz
W. H. Adams
William Eberhardt
R. J. Stoney, Jr
R. E. Murdoch
W. J. Kountz, Jr
George Hook, Jr
Bro
John P. Ober
John G. Walther
Charles Sterker
Pittsburg, Allegheny and
Manchester
Heve
Seahorse
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Union
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von Boetticher
Imperial Home Office
Dr. von Boetticher
Guelph Fund
Schleswig — Holstein
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Herr Miguel
Eee
Sierr Miguel
Foshery
Europe
Fourmier
England
Hurlburt
Canada
Keystone National Bank
State
Faith
Mary
Fitzgerald
Wisconsin
Will
Manoritta
Florida and the Fair
Catholic Knights IN Council
the Managers OF Charities
Dr. Fish
Railroad Federation
Kentucky
Glanders
Senate
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Pierce
Pimeva
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