Remarkable Washington county gas field study reveals limits
The Disratcn special commissioner details Washington county gas territory with high rock pressure wells and undeveloped acres. Findings show extending Hickory Canonsburg districts may yield gas with larger mains and higher pipelines. Cost, uncertain results, and disputed coal gas relationships drive cautious expansion.
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Disratcn
Washington County
Pittsburg
Burnside
Manufacturers
Natural Gas Company
Canonsburg
Fire destroys Knowles Taylor Knowles pottery works in East Liverpool
A gas explosion at the Knowles Taylor Knowles china works leveled the factory in East Liverpool, killing no one but injuring a worker who fell from a skylight. With $250,000 total loss and only $30,000 insured, the plant will be rebuilt, taking about a year, while two neighboring factories survived and operations resume.
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East Livestoot
Knowles, Taylor & Knowles
James Nicholson
Phenix
Hartford
Commercial Union
London
Connecticut
Fire Association
Philadelphia
Queen
Liverpool
Providence
Rhode Island
Taylor
East Liverpool
Widows Interest in Electric Railway Secured by Gould Aid
In Ricemoxp Virginia on November 18 the widow of Maurice B Flynn gained control of the electric railway property once tangled in litigation. Jay Gould's lawyer announced Gould would back her, potentially at a million dollar cost, and papers assigning possession have been signed by all parties except Henry Steers.
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Henry Steers
Windom Considers Reducing Deposits in Banks for Bonds
Secretary Windom denied reports that he will withdraw all United States deposits from major city banks. He says he is weighing reducing deposits and using funds to buy bonds, with about 47 million dollars currently on deposit.
Jefferson Davis in deteriorating health in New Orleans
New Orleans reports Mr Jefferson Davis much worse with fever rising to 101. He remained weak and restless from early morning. By evening his fever subsided slightly but he was still in worse condition than the previous day. Only the doctor his wife and Mrs Fenner may enter his room.
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New Orleans
Jefferson Davis
Fenner
Oil deal completes Geyser Oil Company reorganization
In Fronclay on November 18 the independent Ohio field deal is completed. It reorganizes the Geyser Oil Company with capital stock of £800,000 and 30,000 acres of oil land. Ohio and Pennsylvania oil men lead the transaction and a pipeline to a shipping point is planned with possible refinery construction in the field.
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Fronclay
Ohio
Geyser Oil Company
Pennsylvania
Conference of Virginia Colored Leaders Planned in Richmond
In Petersburg on November 18 a call goes out for a conference of Virginia’s prominent colored men to meet in Richmond on December 17 to discuss the condition of colored people politically and otherwise. A committee may be formed to visit Washington to press Congress for a national election law.
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Petersburg
Richmond
Virginia
Washington
Congress
Stabbed in the Shoulder in McKeesport Altercation
At National Tube Works on November 18 two German workers argued. William Kettle drew a pocket knife and stabbed Fred Krill in the shoulder. Krill's condition described as dangerous. Kettle was arrested and to be held pending Krill’s injuries outcome.
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McKeesport
National Tube Works
William Kettle
Fred Krill
Len
Aettle
Krill
Fatal river accident sinks horse and driver
November 18 report from this city states that farmers found a man named Monson dead by the river with his horse also drowned in shallow water. The bodies lay near a vacant roadway. authorities investigate the strange incident as a likely accident.
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Morni Body O River Inc
Her
Monson
All Watch Brazil Palt Articles of Government Proclaimed
Reports from Lisbon describe private telegrams about Dom Pedro’s voyage to Rio de Janeiro and sympathy for the Emperor. Brazilian officials in Washington and New York promise actions as the Provisional Government forms. A semi official German organ hints at chaos and interference and debates over leadership and a possible convention to resolve Brazil’s republican question.
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Brazil
Germany
Washington
New York
Loxpoyx
Lisbon
Rio de Janeiro
Dom Pedro
Duke of
Brasil
Omnis
Seratvn
Dantes
Victoria
Balmoral
Barboza
Bloodista Revelation Details in Rio De Janeiro Decree
From Rio de Janeiro a government decree outlines five articles. The Republic is proclaimed and the deposed emperor is granted 800 contes de reis per annum for life. The decree covers Brazil’s provinces uniting into a federal state.
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Dom Pedro
Bio DE Janereo
Brasil
Knights of Labor Adopt Henry George Single Tax Plank
The Knights of Labor General Assembly adopted Henry George's single tax as the fourth plank in the platform. The assembly also urged census reforms to include information of interest to laborers. The General Executive Board was granted broader political influence.
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Henry George
Knights of Labor General Assembly
General Executive Board
Latlasta
Knights of Labor
General Assembly
The
United States
Treascong
Thens
Remmanione Oe
Merten
Legiola
Beara
Exiled Brazilian Emperor Departs as Republic Proclaimed
The Brazilian monarchy is toppled and Dom Pedro and his family leave Petropolis and sail for Lisbon after accepting a pension and cash offer. The new Republic assigns provinces, adopts a green and gold flag with 19 stars, and pledges to honor state contracts..docs
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Dom Pedro
Petropolis
New Republic
Rio de Janeiro
Lisbon
Parnshyba
Parnalhyba
Riachuelosaa
Parnahyba
United States of Brazil
Brazil
Brasil
They Believe It Now Bra zilian Ministers Telegram Confirmations
The Brazilian Minister received two telegrams this evening from Brasil one from the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the other from the Finance Minister confirming a prior press report. Dr. Va-
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Wasninetor
Brasil
Finance
Brazil’s Change of Government Sparks Mixed News in New York
Downtown merchants report cable updates from Brazil with most confirming changes, while Consul General Salvador De Mendonca in Washington has not received official notice. Observers note no cargo bookings for tomorrow’s sailing and prices on export markets show little movement.
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New York
Cans
New Republic
DTP
ATOCH
Salvador de Mendonca
Washington
State Street
Brazil
Ces Sercional
Pan-American Congress
Baron Thomsen
Eh — Amon A
Eecape Pios
Camaeuse
Biogy Pater Ex
Satur
Lineman Lundrigan Severs Arc Shock At Theater
Cincinnati November 18 A lineman named Lundrigan suffered a severe electric shock while trimming an arc lamp in front of Haylin's Theater on Central Avenue. He fell twelve feet, was nearly lifeless, but recovered with restorative aid and walked to a car.
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Cincinnati
Lundrigan
Haylin
Central Avenue
Stowe Deemed Mentally Deteriorated In Hartford Telegram
A Hartford telegram reports Mrs Harriet Beecher Stowes mind clouded noting fires of genius have died and her heart is haunted by ghosts. It states her condition is largely unknown to over 290 residents as she wanders among autumn trees and bars.
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Coxy
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Hartford
Western Pennsylvania Appointments Stir Capitol Rumors
A staff correspondent notes expected activity in Western Pennsylvania offices with J D Harrah of Beaver County named for the Western District Marshalship. The article discusses potential others, including Arbuckle’s successor in Customs and a possible Surveyor, amid whispers about Alb centric appointments and Senate timing.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
J. D. Harrah
Beaver County
Wan
Mnest
Ageng
Tex Disraton
Arbuckle
Eric
Yesterss
Ann Binoy Salta Te
John F.ee
Pittsburg
Beaver
Albee
Sian
Dravo
Seaator Quay
Hants
Serubiaia
Phil Armour Arrested in Canada Senate Case
A chaotic report from Carcano dated November 18 states Phil Armour, a multi millionaire, has been placed under arrest amid a Senate inquiry. The article notes Armour’s possible habeas corpus appeal and suggests allies refuse to reveal business secrets as authorities press for testimony.
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Sergrant-at-Arms Canada
DIP
Carcano
Phil Armour
Ueder
Senate
Ge iv
Canady
Armouur
Canada
Traveling on Porched Checks in New York City
New Hampshire Bank officials seek a young swindler named Lewis French who has cheated residents in New York. He is believed to be in the South this week. A $210 check drawn on Pittsfiel d National Bank and signed H A Tuttle passed through a Fifth Avenue Hotel guest who fled with the money. A later $510 check arrived from a Florida bank, allegedly drawn by Osgood Sargent of Duncock to Noah Selick, as part of the same scam.
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New York
New Hampshire
Lewis French
South
Fifth Avenue
Pittufield National Bank
F French
H. A. Tuttle
Gubior
Enone New Shire Bank
Florida
Osgood Sargent
Duncock
Noah
Selick
Parnell Says He Was Surprised By Poverty Rumors
Mr Parnell declares he was taken aback by newspaper reports alleging his mother’s poverty and he cabled from Loxpor to New York to supply funds. He notes she had previously received remittances and did not complain about money in recent letters.
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Loxpor
Parnell
New York
County Appeals for Aid as Crops Fail in Grevans County
Grevans County Commissioners issue appeal for relief to aid destitute residents after crop failures cause widespread hardship and suffering. Authorities warn of famine and demand urgent assistance from neighboring communities and state agencies.
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Torexa
Kavy
Grevans County
Kanaas
Five Bodies Found in a Well In Nearby Village
Bloodless bodies of a man, his wife, and their three sons were found today in a well near Fio. Police say a family tragedy is suspected and investigators search for clues in the area.
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Roum
Fio
Alien Labor Law Enforcement Near Detroit
Treasury reports complaints that Canadian importers cross the border daily to perform labor in the United States. Secretary Batchellor confirms the action and vows enforcement under the Alien Labor Law.
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Batchellor
WasHnrsotor
Treasury
Alles
Detroit
Isbor
United States
Saas Ee Eaeiireat
Wreck of the Eastern Express Smokers Car Fire
A smoking car on the Eastern Express No. 6 derailed near the Penn Incline after a sudden crash. Josph Brosker of Chicago was severely burned and crushed. about 20 others were bruised, some seriously. The cause remains unknown.
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Eastern
Josph Brosker
Chicago
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