Deaf Child Learns 600-Word Vocabulary Through Touch
In Texas some distance from Dallas, a Sweden-born family fosters a blind deaf girl named Willie Elizabeth. Miss Effie J Thayer at Jamaica Plains teaches her to read and speak by tactile methods, building a 600-word vocabulary and basic reading. The Perkins Institute's Mr. Anagnos funds the program, exploring if innate ideas or religion can take shape without sight or hearing.
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New England
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Charley Ross Adopted Linked to Stratton Mystery
Cortland N Y November 6 Special The death of Henry Stratton in New York uncovers a strange tale kept by Sheriff Borthwick and Charley Ross’s Philadelphia family. Stratton allegedly adopted a boy named Fred Stratton who may be Charley Ross, with Stratton’s wife in Minnesota and the two men exchanging letters as clues surface.
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Charley
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New York
Lucci
Borthwick
Charley Hoss
Philadelphia
Charley Ross
Fred Stratton
Mr. Ross
Denver
Brooklyn
Sheriff Borthwick
Eos
Twelve Crushed to Death in Bull Arena Collapse
An amphitheater in San Antonio is reported to have collapsed during a goat fight, killing 12 spectators and injuring nine. J H Coleman, a businessman from Guansjajato, Mexico, provides details of the accident that occurred last Sunday in the bull fighting area. Several hundred people were present when the timber structure gave way.
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Guansjajato
Mexico
Lottery Leaders Released on $1000 Bond
The Louisiana State Lottery Company directors arrived under Sioux Falls indictments for anti lottery mail law violations. US District Judge Billings released them on $1,000 bonds pending Dakota court appearance at the next March term.
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Louisiana State Lottery Company
Sioux Falls
South Dakota
United States District
Billings
United States
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Srosmahes 1
Billin
Dakota Court
Heirs of Myra Clark Gaines Seek Immediate Settlement
Counsel for Myra Clark Gaines heirs urged New Orleans officials to levy a special tax now to pay the Supreme Court affirmed judgment in their favor. The city faces a $900,000 total after costs and interest, down from $3,000,000. A one percent tax rise is proposed with possible multi year distribution to ease burden.
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Myra Clark Gaines
New Orleans
United States Supreme Court
Jesuit Agent Said to Enter Salis bury Household at Hatfield
An anonymous letter claims a Vatican emissary posed as a major domo at Hatfield House, home of Prime Minister Lord Salisbury, and disappeared after revealing himself as a Jesuit agent seeking Vatican secrets. The tale sparked household confusion and prompted questions about espionage. The piece ends noting Odessa’s 1893 National Industrial and Artistic Exhibition was canceled due to finances.
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Hertfordshire
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Odessa
Umpires Appointed Amid French Coal Labor Dispute
In Pas de Calais miners stag revolt as six arbitrators and new umpires clash over terms. Striking leaders threaten to end negotiations while manufacturers import German and Belgian coal to avert production shutdowns. M Basly reports miners reject company arbitration terms.
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Archbishop Gouthe Soulard Leaves Paris After Conviction
Monsignor Gouthe Soulard Archbishop of Aix is escorted by a cheering and hooting crowd as he travels from Paris to Cambrai after being convicted and fined 3,000 francs for insulting M. Fallieres. He seeks to visit Monsignor Thibaudier, Archbishop of Cambrai, and proceeds to the station to board the train.
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Gouthe- Soulard
Aix
M. Fallieres
Cambrai
France
la Republique
Monsignor
Thibaudier
Berlin shocked by Boston Company failure
Berurs reports Berlin was startled by a new financial collapse the Boston Company failing to meet obligations. Police closed the new local office and have arrested an executive. An examination into the firm’s affairs will begin immediately.
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Berlin
Boston
Th Tee
Herr Toewy
Ealtevens
Battle Among Gamblers Among Troop Transport Crew
In a gambling quarrel aboard a Turkish man-of-war evacuating troops, several soldiers were involved in a disruptive event. The incident occurred as tensions rose during the voyage, with authorities taking note of the confrontation onboard.
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Lexpos
Von Caprivi likely to resign as German chancellor
BerlinDispatch reports Chancellor Von Caprivi may resign amid weariness of office. Rumors say he clashed with the King over policy and could be replaced if Bismarck is recalled, though the accuracy of these claims is doubtful. Also reports famine deaths rise in Samara. U S Agriculture official pledges more cornmeal relief.
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German Empire
Wochenblatt
Arendt
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Sr. Peterssourg
Samara
Murphy
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Democratic Party
Henry George
Thomas G. Shearman
Judge Co
Austrian Legation Secretary Krapf von Livernor Dies
Herr Krapf von Livernor, secretary of the Austrian legation in Washington, who shot himself while on leave, died in Vienna. He arrived with wife and daughter and soon after attempted suicide. Doctors said his injuries were fatal from the start. He was in a state of mental low mood.
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Herr Krapf von Livernor
Washington
British steamer Victoria damaged in collision at sea
The Victoria from New Orleans arrived Hamburg with bow plates stove in a collision off Cuxhaven with an unknown vessel. Her forward compartment is full of water. Damage to the other ship is not known.
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Loupon
Victoria
New Orleans
Hamburg
Cuxhaven
Citizen La Fargue Holds His Seat in Chamber
Paris November 26 The Elections Committee of the Chamber of Deputies has declared valid the election of Citizen La Fargue the Socialist leader in the Department of the Nord. La Fargue was serving a term of imprisonment when elected.
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Nord
M. la Fargue
Seven Drowned In Shipwreck Off Loxroon
The British bark Georgetown from Palma wrecked near Loxroon. The captain's wife and six crew members drowned while the rest reached shore safely.
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Georgetown
Palma
Ety
Kaiser's Sermons to Be Published The Voice of the Lord on the
Sermons preached by Emperor William during his North Sea cruise have been edited by Army Chaplain Richter and will be published under the title The Voice of the Lord on the.
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Emperor William
North Sea
Richter
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Natives Capture Portuguese Settlements in Mozambique
A dispatch from southeast Africa reports the Mafite tribe seizing several Portuguese settlements along the northern Mozambique coast, including the Island of Ibo.
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London
Africa
Mozambique
Ibo
Hebrews Barred from Buying Corn in Empire
A circular to governors of many provinces orders Hebrews forbidden to buy corn, issued from St. Petersburg on November 26. The directive targets Jewish buyers in grain markets across the empire.
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St. Petersburg
Archbishop’s Fins To Be Paid In Paris Trial
Paris reports Figaro has raised funds to cover the fine imposed on the Receiaence of Aix and the expenses of his trial. The effort aims to settle the penalties related to the case and finalize the proceedings.
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Paris
Figaro
Aix
Meeting in New York Advances Irish Home Rule Cause
Over a hundred Irish-Americans from nine states gathered at Brevoort Hall to organize support for home rule. A seven member committee was appointed to unify branches under the Irish National League framework and to promote an American race convention in cooperation with Irish leaders including John Devoy and James Gallagher.
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Irish National League
Brevoort Hall
J. Casey
Rochester
Luke Dillon
Dr. Carroll
Philadelphia
John Devoy
Chicago
James Gallagher
Brooklyn
Ireland
America
John M. Digney
New Jersey
James Gilson
Pennsylvania
William Carroll
Iowa
J. Poward
Illinois
Rhode Island
John Reuens
Michigan
O’brien Atkinson
Machusetts
Thea
F. Keenan
Connecticut
John F. Farrell
Counterfeiter Henry May Captured After Northern Pursuit
U S detectives traced Henry May from Corry Pennsylvania to Cedartown and Atlanta before arresting him in Pittsburg. The 60 year old, noted for perfect fake gold and silver coins, was brought to Central Station by Deputy U S Marshal W W Mouldin. May faces district trial with Marshal Harrah to receive him this morning.
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U. S
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Atterlo
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Corry
Pennsylvania
New York State
Columbus
Georgia
Marshal Harrah
Atlanta
United States
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Collision at Full Speed near Messengerville on DL&W
A southbound freight and a northbound passenger train collided on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western line at Messengerville at 5 30 in the morning. Engineer Kerling and fireman jumped. Kerling injured likely to recover. Express messenger P F Den ning and mail agent T F Curie injured. Passengers uninjured. Freight train on time.
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Syracuse
Cannibal Threat Linked to New Hebrides Death
I Malcolm, partner of Sawers killed by bushmen at Tangoa Santo on September 12, reports to Auckland of witnessing natives approach a clearing for work, Sawers shot, Malcolm repelling attackers with a revolver, and discovery that Sam, Sawers' native servant, was killed and his remains torn to pieces for cannibal use.
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Tangoa Santo
New Hebrides
Auckland
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Sam
Sawyers
Mexican General Hernandez Arrested by General Garcia
report from Mier, Mexico says General Hernandez and his troops were ordered to Mier by General Lorenzo Garcia. Hernandez was placed under arrest and sent to Mexico City with forces disarmed as the government action shocks observers. The motive remains unclear.
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Lorenzo Garcia
Garcia
Mexico
Neral Hernandez
Nashville Electric Railway Strike Shuts Short Line Cars
Nashville Electric Railway and Power Company workers strike over unpaid wages causing no street car service on the shortest line in the city.
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Nashville
Nashville Electric Railway and Power Company
Tried to Cremate His Mother-in-Law
Cambridge man W H Lambert is under arrest for trying to burn his mother-in-law to death at his home in a case that also mentions alleged objection to her presence. Police say he saturated a room with kerosene and set it aflame, with unclear evidence of his exact intent or plan.
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Boston
W. H. Lambert
Cambridge
Mills Not a Kicker in Turbulent Washington Scene
Washington holiday mood blanked party headquarters as Mills denied calling Judge Crisp a protection Democrat. Mills explained remarks attributed by the New York Sun and Times, while speculation swirled on withdrawals and senate perks.
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Carlisleetter Indorsing Mills
Mills
Henry George
Freetradeville
New York
Crisp
New York Times
New York Sun
Neal Dow
Roger Q. Mills
Poenore
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Sun
Tama
Sherman Sure of His Seat in Next Ohio Legislature
Senator Sherman’s loyal lieutenant says Sherman will win a caucus majority and exceed 60 votes as Foraker’s strength fades. Lampson, a Senate candidate and pro tem contender, denies nominating Foraker and faces a bid to oust Marquis Imocrat before McKinley’s inauguration.
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Lampson
Cotumavs
Jacob Denalkleon
Sherman
Foraker
George Beaton
Neil Tronse
Boston
Mansfield Save
John Sherman
Donaldson
Cleveland- Ashtabula
Protem
Senate
Fost
Marquis Imocrat
Elect McHipley
Aes
Arkansas Race Riot Night Stirs Grrpor Town
Town Marshal Hoffmann tried to arrest a black man for stealing $100 when a mob of Black residents overpowered him and freed the prisoner. A skirmish erupted with guns and knives used, one man killed and Newton Braley wounded, as fears of a broader attack persist.
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Newton Bralley
Euchre at the White House amidst Election News
President Harrison plays six handed euchre at the White House with Secretary Tracy as a keen participant. A recent election night event paused briefly in the Oval Office area as Ohio returns arrived. The president, introduced during a Western trip, humorously bids five for the Sego while declaring Count ux ve and urging rivals to back five points. The president’s family and cabinet aides join in the leisure game.
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Washington
Harrison
White House
Tracy
Executive Mansion
Oval
Ohio
United States
Six perish as yacht capsizes in Lake Michigan rescue fails
In Curcaco a pleasure yacht named White Cloud capsized a half mile from the Auditorium. Six men were in the water and a tug responded. Two victims, Charles Enerich age 50 and his son John Enerich age 25, died from exposure while others survived.
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Heatt
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John Enerich
Yale Beats Princeton In Record Football Crowd
New York reports Yale eleven defeated Princeton eleven 1 to 0 before about fifty thousand spectators at Manhattan Field. Rain fell most of the day as immense crowds gathered since morning, with police struggling to manage the enthusiastic rush at gates and entrances.
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Dispatch
New York
Yale
Elerven
Princeton
Manhattan Field
Tallyhos
Football Rally At Grounds Sparks Color And Cheers
Crowds bundled in blue and orange flag colors fill the gates as Yale and Princeton fans throng the grand stand. The damp field is leveled with sawdust while spectators from judges to lawyers join students in loud, enthusiastic support for the game.
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