Back Again to Blaine to Force Nomination at Minneapolis
Washington dispatch reports anti Harrison leaders rallying to Blaine with hopes of a first ballot burst in Minneapolis. Clarkson Quay Cameron Pratt signal Blaine enthusiasm grows as health and public appearances bolster Blaine as the party idol while Harrison seems unlikely to win on the first ballot.
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Blaine groundswell expected to sweep convention
The piece notes anti-Harrison factions shift focus to Blaine as the likely rallying force at Minneapolis. Reed remains a candidate in observers’ eyes, while others like McKinley Sherman Rusk Alger Lincoln Allison are seen as possible first ballot choices. Blaine supporters believe a unanimous demand would prompt his acceptance if nominated.
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Blaine Indicated Willingness to Head Republican Ticket
Three U S Senators questioned Secretary Blaine about nominating him at Minneapolis. Blaine said he does not wish to be president and hopes to retire, but avoided a direct refusal, implying he might accept if party unanimity and leadership were demanded. The exchange was discussed on the Senate floor with mixed views on Harrison’s renomination.
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Not A New Yorker Democrats Prefer Outsider in 1892 Race
Washington observers debate presidential delegates from Georgia South Carolina and Virginia with Cleveland supporters claiming strength while others warn his New York weakness could cost the ticket. Bourke Cochran cautions that neither Hill nor Cleveland seems likely to secure the nomination and highlights risky regional splits across the South.
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General Clarkson Seeks View of Harrison renomination
Special dispatch from New York May 19 reports General James Clarkson chairman of the Republican National Committee arriving in New York. He aims to learn why many Republicans oppose Harrison and to consult with Paris on renomination while fearing the plan to reelect him. Secretary Elkins sees a possible renomination but worries about broader party support.
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Alger Says Blaine Likely to Accept Nomination
General Alger refused to reveal conference outcomes but said Republicans favor James G. Blaine for president and will urge his acceptance. He denied conspiracies against President Harrison and noted that Clinton Clarkson J Sloat Fassett Thurston were at the meeting, while Platt and Quay were not. Captain W Cavitt asserted Blaine would accept if the convention bids.
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Ruinous floods sweep vast regions and devastate cities
Across Iowa Illinois Missouri Nebraska Kansas and Minnesota historic floods kill dozens, wreck railways and mail service, flood Des Moines and Sioux City, burst dams at Ironton Glendale Elery and Wonewoc, close waterways and halt movement, with Chicago facing severe business losses and relief drives under way as New Orleans reports rising water.
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Levee Repairs Progress Amid River Crevasse Threats
The Gipsy crevasse now spans 275 feet with work advancing to secure levee ends by sinking mattresses per Engineer Mills. Mississippi Valley line repairs could finish by Monday restoring through traffic. Hard Scrabble levee between Lake St John and Lake Bruin faces a possible breach as the new levee softens and the old one caved.
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Small Boat Voyage Plans From Boston to Queens Town
Boston May 19 Special The intrepid Captain Josiah W Lawlor who has crossed the ocean twice in a small boat plans another lone voyage from Boston to Queens town starting June 4. He will stop at ports between Boston and St Johns Newfoundland to replenish supplies. The folding canyon boat measures 12 feet over all 1044 amidships with a flat bottom and is built to be unsinkable and uncapsizable. Most metal parts are aluminum and the craft is designed for safety and possible World’s Fair use if successful.
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Garza Rumored Hidden on Key West Island
May 19. Authorities believe Mexican outlaw Garza is on Key West. Guards cordon all escape routes as officials press for reward details while secrecy shields informer identities and keeps patrols on the coast tight.
Miner law test argued before Michigan Supreme Court
Arguments on the constitutionality of the Miner electoral law opened before a full bench in Lansing with four hour limits per side and an anticipated evening session. Secretary of State Blacker argued the federal act shields him from the court order, while Attorney General Ellis defended the notice method as not invalid, citing prior rulings on election procedures.
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The Grave No Relief
John Bonker, a Missouri fireman, suffered phantom pain after a leg amputation from a train accident. In Booneville the coffin lid was opened to confirm the missing limb, toes straightened, and pain relief followed with the toes on the amputated limb appearing straightened thereafter.
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A Town in Texas Terrorized
May 19 Denison Texas reports a city in fear after four women were murdered Tuesday night. Stanley Rangers and Denison Guards patrol streets while 50 deputies guard neighborhoods. A chase by the Rangers and Major Waugh’s shots failed to halt the attacker. a fifth woman was lightly wounded at Madam Williams’ home. The funerals drew crowds. motive and perpetrator remain unknown.
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New Orleans Street Car Strike Escalates On May Day Riot
On May 10 New Orleans car drivers struck after the President refused to discharge non union workers. About 5 000 strikers and sympathizers gathered at Poland street station and obstructed cars. 12 men were arrested. Strikes expanded to four company lines as police guarded non union operators and crews faced continued obstruction along the Levee and Barracks area.
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Charged With Buying Flooence in York County
George J. Barry, York Garsits business manager, sues County Commissioner George Wise alleging a written pledge to appoint John W. Heller to the board if friend William E. Patterson could help. The charge was sworn before Alderman Stenger. Wise bailed after denying the promise. Heller is dead, Barry says he has proof.
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Explosion at Sea Destroys Ship St Charles
Three lifeboats brought 18 men to Yaquina on May 14 including the captain and crew of the St Charles after an explosion on March 17. The coal cargo ship en route from Nanaimo to San Francisco was sinking as the crew abandoned ship. The captain, second mate, and two sailors were injured. Captain Chapman's injuries are described as fatal.
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Bar dsley Scandal Returns in State Suit Against Philadelphia Press
Harrisburg May 19 Special The State files further claims against the Philadelphia Press Company in a bid to recover 24 070 76 with interest from 1889 and 4 665 60 with interest from 1891. Accuses the paper of conspiring with John Bardsley and Thomas McCamant to inflate advertising bills for Mercantile Appraisers lists and charging 40 percent over actual costs. Also contends the paper’s stated 10 176 90 was false, having agreed to higher charges, and that 10 176 90 exceeded what was charged to others for similar insertions. Filing indicates the case will advance.
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Powers and Booth Tie in Rochesternuptials at Sister’s Home
Rochester May 19 Special Rachel Booth the noted soubrette and James T Powers star of A Straight Tip were wed today at the bride’s sister’s residence. They plan to sail for Europe this weekend. Booth is daughter of late Captain Ansel L Booth, veteran fireman and former opera house doorkeeper. Powers, born 1863 in New York, has starred in A Straight Tip since 1888 after earlier hits in Dreams and Evangeline. This is Powers first marriage.
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Burned at Monmouth The Ewers bank theft case unfolds
Ferdinand N. Ewers, clerk at Corbin Banking Co, fled April 25 with 11350 of funds. He was arrested in Old Chatham at the Cottage Hotel after Pinkerton Supt Bangs tracked him. A pipe beneath his pillow held 1000 dollar bills and he had 215 in small notes and a revolver. He claimed the money went to poolrooms and referenced Monmouth Park. He was taken to New York for commitment.
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Allegheny Reform Rift Over Nesbit Bomb and Mayor Kennedy Towers
A Northside clash erupts as Councilman Nesbit introduces a resolution to quash indictments against ex mayor Wyman Nesbit’s move triggers charges and a riot. Mayor Kennedy presses to remove Allegheny smoke towers, improve garbage collection and street paving while calls mount to reform the city’s aging infrastructure and curb pollution.
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Rochester Robber Perry Pleads Guilty in Five Indictments
Lyons train robber J Oliver Curtis Perry pleaded guilty to five counts across four indictments. Judge William Rumsey sentenced him to 49 years and three months at Auburn State Prison. He was brought in shackled and guarded. Indictments covered third degree robbery, burglary, assault, and locomotive theft in Lyons and nearby Herkimer county.
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New Jersey Storm Drags Ship Ashore Off Asbury Park
A violent coastal storm with high seas hits the New Jersey shore. A ship is driven ashore opposite Beach House. crew reportedly leaped to safety. The vessel name is unconfirmed, thought to be the E Simmons, with rescue by the Old Dominion earlier. Telegraph lines are down between Here and Sea Girl. A bluff at Long Branch has a new cut, while the bulkhead holds.
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