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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1890

Page

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Horrific Rear Column tale of Barttelot brutality and death

William Bonney recounts brutal acts by Major Barttelot during the Yambuya Camp crisis including poisoning suspicions, severe beatings of a boy and a native man, a staged execution threat to John Henry, and the fatal stabbing of Ungunga. He claims Stanley's and Jameson’s accounts align largely with his testimony and details Barttelot’s escalating violence and eventual death.

Duslat Los Boy William Benney Yambuya Camp Major Barttelot Mr. Stanley Walter G. Barttelot Mrs. Jameson Mr. Barttelot Major Harttelot Bonney Stanley Major Barttetot Sandi Barttelot Littleadt Walter Barttelot Joe Snow John Henry Walter Barttelott Henney Zanzibar Tippoo Tit Bartaelot Henry Europe

Spoils of the Deep. Fry Dunlap's Cahle Compant

The article notes France adopting rabbit breeding under the German model and shifts focus to sea fisheries, previously neglected. It mentions Germany's vast northern capabilities and signals continuation on the sixth page.

Brxwix Germany

Dirge of Anarchy Parade Marks Third Anniversary Execution

A 2000-strong procession in Chicago honors the 3rd anniversary of the execution of Spies Parsons Engel and Fischer. The march from Market and Washington to Waldheim Cemetery featured numerous unions and a floral gibbet, with speakers praising the deceased and denouncing despotism.

Spies Parsons Engel Fissher Market Washington Streets Wisconsin Central Depot Chicago Lake State van Buren Fifth Avenue Woman's la Salle Association West Chicago Union No. 1 Arbeiter Band Workingmen’s Educational Society Modcarriers’ Protective Aid Association The Metal Workers’ Union Cornice Makers’ Union Typographical No Furniture Workers Union Turnverein “Bahn- Freit Carpenters Union Northwestern Band Stair Builders’ Union Social Union Aurora Turners Free ‘Thinkers’ Society A. E., Parsons Assembly

Norwich philanthropist William A. Slater funds public works

In Norwich, William A. Slater, son of cotton magnate John F. Slater, donates 100000 for a hospital to be built on the Bulkeley estate totaling 150000 endowment, after already pledging 200000 for a hall, 12000 for a theater, and aiding a public park. Fellow benefactor William W. Backus backs the effort with 50000, highlighting his civic gifts across the county.

Distatcr Norwich Con William A. Slater John F. Slater Free Academy William W. Backus Bulkeley Tne Weant Slater

Mystery of Snell Murder Lingers Over Tascott

Mrs. Albert J. Snell writes to the public seeking answers about Willie Tascott in the three year old murder case of a Chicago millionaire. She questions why the reward remains and implies another suspect tied to the perpetrators. She notes an unknown Italian claimed Tascott was nearby and hints the killer knew the safe’s contents.

Tascott Snell Chicago Albert J. Snell Willie Tascott Tam

Coat mix up lands Albany traveler in court

George Gibson, an Albany commercial traveler, left Delmonico’s with a coat and a check for an overcoat. John McGreevy identified the coat as Gibson’s, Gibson claimed ownership, an officer intervened, and Gibson was jailed overnight. In Jefferson Market court he said he took the coat by mistake, thinking the check paid for his goat, and he was held on petit larceny charges in $300 bail.

Albany Dmpatow New York George Gibson Delmonico’s John McGreevy McGreevy Gibson Jefferson Market

Tariff in Germany Sparks Budget Clash Over Meat Tax

The Juries of the Different States report a 300 million mark surplus from high tariffs on meat and breadstuffs, fueling Liberal attacks on constitutional over taxation as army and navy costs rise and the Reichstag faces debate on the policy and its impact on going meat diets and flour quality.

Monty

Three Thugs Capture Cashiers in Chicago Robbery

In daylight at Little Hell edge three hoodlums from the Wesson street gang beat and robbed John Robinson and Emil Alm, Swedish dancing party cashiers. Witnesses did not intervene, fearing gang vengeance. Suspects Wright, Martin Noel, and John McCarthy were later arrested at a gin mill after rashly beating several others.

Chicago John Robinson Emil Alm Wesson Street Robinson Alm

Rutherford woman dies in night fire accident

Mrs Frederick Perkins of South Rutherford died after a fire started by a lighter sparked by a match. She ran upstairs to awaken her husband but the flames consumed her clothing. The house fire was soon controlled. she left behind five children.

Rutherford N. J Frederick Perkins South Rutherford H. H. Holester

Federation Favored in Missouri Pacific Meeting

Representatives from all Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen on the Missouri Pacific and Missouri Kansas and Texas railways met in Sedalia Missouri to discuss practicability of system and national federations. George W Howard Grand Chief addressed the closed doors gathering and no definite result was reached, but the prospects were in favor of federation.

Sedalia Brotherhood of Railway Missouri Pacific Missouri Kansas and Texas Railways George W. Howard The Brotherhood of Railway Conductors Ace

Pattison Goes Slow Consult Harrity and Hensel

Governor elect Pattison rests in West Philadelphia after a hard campaign. Ex officers Harrity and Hensel plan talks on state affairs and cabinet. Kerr eyed for possible cabinet role amid party rifts. Democratic committee set for Friday meeting amid calls to purge some local leaders. Collector Martin notes national mood and brushes with Quay before Florida trip.

Philadelphia Pattison William F. Harrity William W. Hensel Messrs Harrity Hensel Bellevue Hotel Kerr Democratic Committee Messrs. McMullen Fourth Ward Monroe Third Ward

Alliance chatter shapes Speakership race in Washington

In Washington a renewed fight for the next House Speakership gathers interest as Congress returns. Rumor links a East West alliance to the Democratic presidential nomination for 1892 with leaders like Abbott Blac Barbour Gorman and prominent figures naming Whitney Hill Cleveland and Pattison as potential contenders.

WasHinvGton Congress House of Representatives New York New Jersey Connecticut Maryland West Virginia Pennsylvania Virginia Abbott Blac Barbour Gorman Whitney Hill Cleveland Pattison East

Bribery scandal alleged in Beaver election

Beaverdam rumor reports a bribery controversy over the Assembly race at the Quay canal area. Walter Braden is said to challenge the incumbent Quay with affidavits implicating prominent Republicans amid the recent congressional turmoil.

Epecial Trlegham New Brigatox Quay Walter Braden

Assembly Contest Sparks Partisan Debate and Campaigns

Allegations multiply as the Assembly race unfolds with Democrats pushing a campaign and anti-Quay Republicans urging the venture. The political clash highlights party lines and strategic messaging across the region.

Assembly

Quay Resignation Spawns Fund Disposition Debate

A Washington dispatch reports that the Republican National Committee may soon meet to discuss Chairman Quay's anticipated resignation and a dispute over funds raised for the campaign. Secretary Frank Willing Leach allegedly sent circulars seeking assessments, provoking committee objections over authority and distribution. The issue is expected to dominate the upcoming committee session.

Frank Willing Leach Washington Republican National Committee Quay Congressional Committee Leach National Committee Pennsylvania

Evans to join Harrison cabinet as Navy secretary

Chattanooga Tenn November 1 The Times reports Congressman H Clay Evans will become Secretary of the Navy in President Harrison s cabinet succeeding Secretary Tracy who will be offered a seat on the Supreme Court bench vacated by Justice Miller s death and takes effect after the election outcome and Cabinet appointment plans.

Evans Tracy Chattanooga Tenn the Times H. Clay Evans Harrison Secre Navy United States Supreme Court Miller

American Committee for Ireland Relief Withdraws Appeal

New York November 9 The American Committee for the Relief of Famine in Ireland withdraws its appeal to Americans for aid. British actions prompt relief promise, reducing need for American food and clothing shipments unless famine worsens late this year. The committee will stay active, awaiting crisis signals and Irish leadership.

Erin England New Yorks American Committee For the Relief of Famine Ireland American Committee Ita Ple America

Hideous discovery on farmer Isaac Gerhart’s land

Philadelphia reports a man about 55 found hanged in an old quarry on Lawyer Isaac Gerhart’s property near Montgomery and City avenues. The body, identified as Stokes H. Wilkins, was seen carrying a wrapped object before his death, tied to a crab tree over a dark pool. He had been employed by Huey and Keely and dismissed for drinking.

Barttelot Stanley Burgon Mohammed Yambuya Jameson Troup Ward Philadelphia Isaac Gerhart Montgomery City Avenues Black Horse Hotel Mr. Shaw Stokes H. Wilkins Huey Keely Mr. Keely Somereville McFeely Fogorn Seat of War

Murder at Fairmount Prompts Riot After Political Jollification

Don Paul was killed in Fairmount Indiana after a duel with Tom Uttley a negro. The confrontation began during a Democratic gathering and escalated into a town wide riot with gunfire in the streets. Uttley was captured and jailed as Coroner Hamilton opened an inquest into Pauls death.

Marion, Inc Fairmount Marion Don Paul Tom Uttley Jollitt W. H. Cam' Byte Paul J. J. Berry Lee Harrington Harring Urge

Hanged Under The New Law In Trinidad Prison

Noverto Griego was executed in the State penitentiary at six o'clock last night for the murder of W. Underwood in Trinidad last June. It was the first execution under the new law requiring inside prison execution and banning press reports, though the State press published details. The hanging was closely guarded by Warden Lamping and remained largely unknown until after midnight. Griego made no statement from the gallows, and the rope broke his neck, death instant.

Meat in Germany Drops 30 Percent Since 1888

Beewrs November 9 Official statistics prove that meat consumption by the working classes is 30 percent lower than in 1888. The conservative organ of high tariff supporters suggests muzzling press and public speakers by a decree making unfavourable criticism of the tariff policy a misdemeanor with imprisonment.

Scow B. H. B. Becker capsizes off Ahnapee in storm

The scow B. H. B. Becker laden with cordwood capsized at 2 am off Ahnapee while the crew stayed in rigging as heavy seas broke over them. Rescue came five hours later. cook Bernard died from cold and his body was washed ashore. Captain P. J. Bolsted is confined to bed but expected to survive.

Milwaukee B. H. B. Becker Ahnapee Bernard P. J. Bolsted Abnapee

A Queer Complaint Pullman Cars Denounced as Tempr temperance Hotels

German engineers visiting America write to the Coluene Gazette alleging Pullman cars along the Pittsburg to Chicago route offer no drinks. They call the cars temperance hotels and claim even soda waters are forbidden during long journeys.

Beeelix America Coluene Gazette Pittsburg Chicago

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