Cannes Murder Trial Opens as Deacon Faces Manslaughter Charge
Edward Parker Deacon stands before the Assize Court of Alpes Maritimes in Nice charged with manslaughter for killing M. Abeille. The sensational Cannes tragedy draws aristocratic and international attention, with Deacon testifying in French and English and Mrs. Deacon’s deposition revealing strained marriage and alleged jealousy. The crowd fills the courtroom as witnesses recount scenes at Cannes and hotel stays with Abeille, ending with a one year prison sentence for Deacon.
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Nice
Assize Court
Amt Palais de Justice
Mr. Harris
Mr. Vial
Major Brevoort
Deacon
Mn Darrel
Monaco
Middleton
Lroee
Count du Moiron
Procureur of
The
Republic
Maitre Tounsage
Paris
M. Goirand
Frank Pilotte
Mice
Dret
Abeille
tSong
Maitre Labelle
Me. Descon
Cendarmes
Heach
Bio
Ores
Appalior
Mr. Deacon
M. Demange
Absille
Escarra
Vansdremer
Cannes
M. Iron
Monsoulmin
Valet de Pied
Madame Descon
Descon
Madame
Rue Penthievre
Windsor
de Valcourt
Blaine Seeks Removal of Bancroft from Librarian to Consul
Secretary Blaine writes to the President requesting withdrawal of Frederick A Bancroft from consideration for the Brunswick Germany consulship. He accuses Bancroft of unfitness, quarrels, poor reading of laws, and lack of leadership, while praising department stability and past conduct.
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Washington
Blaine
Mr. Bancroft
Frederick A. Bancroft
New York
Department of State
Brunswick
Germany
Bancroft
Conkiiship
Lights illuminate debate on fair opening date
After a long session the committee adjourned without awarding a contract as Westinghouse and Edison disputes lingered over patents and appliances. It was agreed Congress would set the opening date for the fair and 93,000 lights were discussed in the session.
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Westinghouse Company
Edison Company
Congress
General Assembly Opens Second Day With Committee Assignments
The General Assembly in Portland on May 20 reports extensive committee announcements. Moderator Young exceeds expectations in committee selection while Dr. Brown presents a gavel crafted from Oregon materials and Jobh E. Midlas backs Westminster College endowment.
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Young
Dr. Brown
Salt Lake
Portland
Ore
General Assembly
Brown
Detroit
Theacksonville
Fis
Church Unity
Blaine in the Spotlight as Nominating Outlook Grows
Washington reports Blaine's pivot toward accepting a possible nomination. Pressure from Cameron, Quay, and Platt, plus praise from New England Republicans, push Blaine toward a yes while Mrs. Blaine’s stance softens and Clarkson steers talks.
Relic of St Anne Leaves New York for Canada
Cardinal Marquis escorted the relic of St Anne from the Church of St Jean Baptiste to Ste Anne de Beaupre in Quebec after thousands kissed the relic in New York. About 200 000 to 250 000 people kissed the case. donations near 7000 dollars were raised to finish a school and pay church debts. Services planned at Ste Anne de Beaupre and St Jean Baptiste to thank for cures.
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Mgr
Margulis
New York
Canada
Magr
Maranis
St. Anne
Church of
St. Jean Baptiste
Rome
Ste. Anne de Beaupre
St. Lawrence
Quebec
Father Tetrau
Lexington Avenue
Father Tetraun
St. Anna
Father Tetran
Mgr. Marquis
Farquhar Reorganizes Pennsylvania World's Fair Board
Harrisburg reports Farquhar, returning from Chicago, has dismissed four secretaries of the boards and reassigned duties. The State Exhibit Committee now includes Live Stock and Agriculture, with Colonel John A. Woodward as secretary. The Pennsylvania display will detail school locations, education costs, teachers, pupils, library facilities, and education laws. The petroleum exhibit plans are approved, with location pending. State building work progresses well, ahead of most states except Illinois.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Farquhar
Chicago
John A. Woodward
Ilinois
Clarkson Is Cautious Ahead of National Convention
National chairman General James S. Clarkson travels from the West to New York and Washington meeting Eastern and Western members amid doubts about President renomination. Ex Senator Fassett travels with him. Chauncey L. Filley heads East. Clarkson signals no firm policy yet while noting support for the candidate who can beat the Democrats.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Neral Clarkson
Blaine
Warner Miller
Senator Hiscock
Chauncey M. Depew
Miller
Oregon
Herkimer Statesman
Hackett
James S. Clarkson
Republican National Committee
Plaza Hotel
J. Sloat Fassett
Rochester
Elmira
Mr. Fassett
National Committee
General Clarkson
Washington
Senator Quay
Cameron
Missouri
Chauncey L Filley
Minneapolis
Thomas C. Platt
Henry G. Burleigh
Weaitehall
Chicago
Harrison
Sherman
Union
Blaine Favored For 1892 GOP Nomination Says State Leader
Judge King, Ohio Republican State Committee chairman, says Blaine is the strongest choice for the national ticket and that the convention will nominate him on the first ballot unless Blaine explicitly declines. He notes McKinley as a possible second option if Blaine refuses.
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Thas
Clarkson
Alger
Detroit
Washington
Blaine
New England
Yousastown
King
Republican State Committee
Minne
Barrison
James G. Blaine
Harrison
McKinley
Jaine
Blaine Likely Accepts If Harrison Fails Nomination
Boston politics figure Jesse M. Gould reports Blaine will seek the presidency if Harrison fails to secure the nomination on first ballot. Gould says Blaine and Harrison are on friendly terms and Blaine would run only if Harrison cannot win early. Anti Harrison forces doubt a first or second ballot nominee, while Harrison backers predict a shortfall of about 75 votes.
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Hongore
Mass
James G. Blaine
Harrison
Jesse M. Gould
Boston
Blaine
Gould
Washington
Blaina
Successful neck dislocation reset in Mass by Mahoney team
Mrs. Mary A. Williams, 70, suffered a third cervical vertebra dislocation from a fall last Saturday. In a five-doctor effort led by Dr. S. A. Mahoney assisted by Carpenter Tut tle Donaghue and Witherell, the neck was successfully reduced yesterday despite grim prognosis. She now moves her head in all directions and may gain years of life.
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Mass
Sireial
A. Mahoney
Carpenter
Tuttle
Donaghue
Witherell
Mary A. Williams
Eancees
Buffalo rustler threat prompts call for military aid
Cheyenne reporter describes Marshal Rankin and Deputy Carr in Buffalo as they deliver injunctions to stop rustler roundups. White Caps are feared to be on the way as Buffalo patrols tighten, with locals claiming thousands could mass in two hours. Rankin sees no restoration of order without military help. stockman Bob Gibson has returned after a narrow escape.
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Abeille
Mrs Deacon
M. Demange
Mrs. Deacon
Mr. Deacon
M. Greffier
Cheyenne
Wyo
Joe Rankin
United States
District of Wyoming
Buffalo
Jeff Carr
Angus
Jack Flagg
Hankin
Bob Gibson
Wellman
Rankin
Judge Blodgett to Lead Bering Sea Arbitration Prep
Judge Blodgett departs for New York to consult with government counsel Phelps and Carter on the Bering Sea dispute. He plans to resign as U S District Judge after appointment confirmation and will return to Washington next month to outline the arbitration program.
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Judge Blodgett
Bering Sea
CubicaGco
Blodgett
New York
Messrs
Phelps and
Carter
Miller
United States
Washington
Mob of 1000 men attacks Nashville jail in chase of prisoner
At midnight a general alarm reports a mob of about 1000 determined men assaulting Nashville jail. Police armed with Winchester rifles guard the building as fears rise over the arrest of a black prisoner brought from Chattanooga for safe keeping.
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Nashville
Chattanooga
One Lone Little Subscription to Nicaragua Canal Bonds
Warner Miller received the first subscription in the United States to the Nicaragua Canal Construction Company 6 per cent collateral trust bonds for 22000 dollars. Ex-Senator Fair already subscribed 25000 dollars in stock. Bonds offer 20 per cent stock bonus and come in 100 1000 and 2500 denominations. Interest is six per cent for five years. Manhattan Company handles the six per cent, and the Bank of California acts as fiscal agent in San Francisco.
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San Francisco
Sperial
Warner Miller
Nicaragua Canal Construction Company
Fair
Manhattan Company
New York
Bank of California
Canal Company
World's Fair Electric Lighting Contract Still Hung Fire
The Grounds and Building Committee of the World's Fair met in Curoaco on May 20 to review the incandescent lighting contract, but no decision was reached as the talks continue.
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Curoaco
Following Her Husband's Example Woman Starves to Death
Mrs. Clara H. Palmer of Glenville died in Minneapolis from starvation after her husband Rev. Frank W. Palmer began a voluntary fast and died. She imitated his example and lived several weeks without eating. The report appears in Paul Minnesota from a Special file.
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Paul
Clara H. Palmer
Glenville
Frank W. Palmer
Deacon Will Serve a Year in Jail
In local court actions a Deacon faces a year in jail after sentencing. The report notes pushback from supporters while officials emphasize accountability. Other items include stockholders asked to contribute, ongoing forger hunt, and regional labor and economic updates.
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Deacon
Blaine
Aes
Planger Pardridge Media
Rank
Allegheny
Coseee
Wakeman
Congress
Blackburn
Gorman and
Boles
Methodists
Cambria
Europe
Crank Threat Targeted Plunger Pardridge
A South Dakota crank, calling himself an emissary from God, attempted to confront Plunger Edward Pardridge at his home in Chicago. He threatened violence and fled after police arrived, carrying a pistol and a heavy packet of explosives. Pardridge had led the Board of Trade in gains over the past three months.
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Cuicaco
Edward Pardridge
Board of Trade
South Dakota
God
Vngio
Pardridge
Pep Street
Carrow, S. D
Iron company in trouble with large judgment against Texas firms
Judgment for 536,845 dollars entered against the New Birmingham Iron and Land Company and the New Birmingham Iron and Improvement Company of Texas. The suit stems from 126 promissory notes made to James A. Mahony, who indorsed them and later assigned them to the plaintiffs. The companies, led by Richard L. Coleman, held 21,000 acres of land and had major capital and bond figures. Deputy Sheriff McGinols filed an additional claim for 43 dollars against the Improvement Company with the New York Bank Note Company.
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New York
New Birmingham Iron and Land Company
New Birmingham Iron and Improvement Company
Texas
James A. Mahony
William BR. Utley
Leopold Willach
Aeran Ae
Neeve
Minerty
New Birmingham
Mahony
Iron and Improvement Company
McGinols
The
New York Bank Note Company
Richard L. Coleman
Ex Priest Slattery Lectures Spark City Turmoil
In Danville Illinois on May 20 ex priest Slattery and his wife Mia delivered a women’s lecture at Short’s Block, drawing about 50 Protestant ladies. Catholic attendees disrupted the talk and were challenged by umbrella blows. police intervened as grand jurors convene to consider indicting those who interrupted.
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Danville
Inn
Slattery
Mia Slattery
Sister Mary Elizabeth
Short
Mat Wiseman
Leprosy Case Reported in Oakland Woman from Sandwich Islands
A genuine leprosy case was found last night in Oakland. Augusta Frates, 17, from the Sandwich Islands, recently gave birth to a frail infant. Her skin shows brown spots and wasting is evident. Destitute, with a unemployed husband, she cannot stay in lodgings and no lazaretto exists locally.
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San Francisco
Oakland
Augusta Frates
Sandwich Islands
Lazaretia
Global pork admits wide markets after cabinet meeting
The Washington cabinet meeting announced Spanish government pork approval. Our pork is now admitted worldwide. John Hae discusses on children and Chinamen of Mott r New York in the dispatch.
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Washington
John Hae
Mott @r
New York
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Newport
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Hotel Splendide
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M. Abeille
Bi Abeille
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M.abbeille
M. Demage
John Ben Moore
Columbia University
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A. J. Brown
Radcliffe
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Bartlett
McPherson
Alexander Alison
Scen Ue
D. R. Legett
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Albany
Theological
Mutchmore
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Tblaine
Cameron and
Quay
Platt
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West
Mr. Clarkson
Hing
MR. Blaine
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Henry Clews
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Jerome K. Jerome
Frank Palmer
Frank G. Carpenter
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Leprosy
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