Postal Telegraph One Cent Postage Urged by Postmaster
The Postmaster General reviews Congress postal reforms and praises savings on postal cards and envelopes, notes 5,000 miles of new routes and 5,000 post offices, discusses anti lottery measures, postal savings banks, pneumatic systems, and civil service reforms, and reports a 66.6 million dollar expenditure with a 5.8 million dollar deficit.
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Almast
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Sorteg
Tali
Postoffice Department
Postal Savings Banks
Post Coaster General
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House
Senate
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Washington City
Chicago
Forged a Million The Baker Family Cash Losses
Philadelphia reports that John R. Baker Jr. forged pow ers of attorney using two infirm relatives to take control of over 1 million dollars in securities. His father, trustee, blinded by illness, unwittingly enabled the scheme. The fugitive fled after $115,000 in securities vanished, leaving a wrecked estate and a wife and children. The DisPatcH notes upcoming 74 page issue.
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Philadelphia
John I. Baker
John R. Baker, Jr
Baker
Devon
Bears
Chester County
Wentchester
Treasury rejects call for $2,000,000 in small notes
The Treasury refused New York's plan to issue two million dollars in small denomination notes in exchange for gold. Officials note such notes can be used only for silver bullion purchases or exchanged for larger Treasury notes. About 18 million notes are in circulation with more to be issued as silver purchases resume.
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WasuixcTon
Treasury Department
New York
Treasury
Wyoming Judge Attempts Suicide After Probate Refusal
In Cheyenne Wyoming on November 28 Judge Isaac Bergman shot himself in the head and survived but will be blind as both eyes were blown out. The state’s new constitution abolishes Probate Judge on the 13th inst Judge Scott ordered Bergman to surrender records to the District Court he defied the order and was jailed for contempt. The stress led to the suicide attempt.
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Cheyenne
Wroo
Isaac Bergman
Wyoming
Scott
Bergman
Miller-Elliott contest ends in Elliott favor in South Carolina
The Miller-Elliott contest over the state canvass settled November 25 in Colonel Elliott's favor. He receives the certificate of election entitling him to a seat in the Fifty-second Congress from South Carolina's Seventh district.
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Cotremsia, & C
Miller-Elliott
Board of State
Colonel Elliott
South Carolina
Remarkably tiny Missouri baby sparks town interest
In Cantage Missouri a remarkable eight ounce female infant was born last night. The child weighs eight ounces and measures about ten inches long. Doctors say its health and vital signs compare favorably to those of a typical doll, drawing much local attention.
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Canthage
Parnell Faces Opposition Over Evicted Tenants and Strategy
A prolonged discussion shows Charles Stewart Parnell insisting he will back evicted plan of campaign tenants and contend independence of the Irish parliamentary party. Bishops defer judgment until Parnell’s manifesto. divisions widen as factions prepare counter moves and possible deposement.
No Change Possible Demand for Parnell Retention
Freeman's Journal argues in a special edition that Irish party prudence supports adjournment to reflect and communicate with Irish America about Parnell. It notes Gladstone's position is misunderstood and urges support for Parnell, warning that only public assent can depose him.
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Parnell
Dunlap
Freeman's Journal
Ireland
America
Dillon
O'Brien
P. O'Vonnor
Weaver
England
Mr. Labouchere
Mr. Gladstone
Church Speaks Archbishop Walsh Opposes Hasty Parnell Action
Dupris reports Archbishop Walsh declines to publicly judge the Parnell crisis without consulting fellow bishops. He notes Irish Parliamentary Party faces a Monday meeting on action and warns bishops may be forced to reexamine trust in Parliament. He refuses to back a new Irish National Liberal party.
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Parnell
Dupris
Walsh
Irish Parliamentary Party
Irish National Movement
Ireland
Irish National Liberal Party
Majority Against Parnell Led by Irish Party Yes Vote
A canvass by anti-Parnellite Irish Parliamentary party figures shows 52 pledges to oppose Parnell at Monday’s meeting. Names of pledging members include Dillon O’Brien, O’Connor, Leahy, Redmond, Sheehy, and many others with 23 pledging to stand by Parnell and several labeled doubtful.
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Irish Parliamentary Party
Parnell
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Abraham
John Barry
Carew
Chance
Clancy
Cummins
Condon
Cox
Crilly
Deasey
Dickson
John Dillon
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Fox
Flynn
Gilbooley
Timothy Harrington
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Jordan
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Lalor
Lane
Leahy
McCartan
Justin McCarthy
Peter McDonald
Molloy
Morrough
Murphy
J. F. X. O'Brien
Patrick O’brien
P. J. O'Brien
Arthur O'Connor
O'Hanlon
O'Keefe
Quinn
Reynolds
Roche
Sexton
Sheehan
Sheehy
Stack
Timothy Daniel Sullivan
Tanner
Webb
William O’brien
T. P. O'Connor
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T. D. Sullivan
Blaney
Brroc
Henry Campbell
Conway
W. J. Corbet
J. G. Fitzgerald
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Hayden
J. E. Kenny
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Maguire
Mahoney
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Joseph Nolan
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Rvchard Power
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William Redmond
Sheil
Dalton
Yeley
Harrison
Leamy
Justin Huntly
McCarthy
McKenna
James Patrick O’gorman
Mahon
Taite
Publication of Parnell manifesto shocks Irish home rule crisis
The Daily News calls the manifesto the most striking event of the crisis and criticizes Parnell for ignoring points at issue. It argues the piece misrepresents circumstances, risks irreparable harm to the Irish cause, and urges Irish clergy and people to resist letting Parnell drag down home rule.
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Lorpes
The
Daily News
Parnellso
Liberal Party
Parnell
Parnell’s Sharp Blow Against Gladstone and Morley
The Chronicle laments Parnell’s strike as unscrupulous and questions his political leverage. It argues the Irish leader’s tactics expose the paralysis of Gladstonian policy on land and evictions, warning English confidence in Parnellites is deteriorating. The piece also questions Archbishop Walsh’s stance and Parnell intrigue.
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Parnell
Gladstone
Morley
Eney
Walsh
The
Chronicle
The Post Exposes Hidden Details of Parnell Conspiracy
The Post says no point was omitted in the tale of the home rule compact. It asserts Parnell’s manifesto reveals his plan for complete separation and shows him turning against conspirators to save himself. The piece condemns the impact on home rule and references Parnell’s famed American speech.
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Lespos
Parnell
America
Manifesto Damages Home Rule Momentum in England
The Standard claims a grave blow to the Home Rule party following a manifesto. It credits Mr Gladstone with steering a straightforward stance but notes distrust from the English public toward Parnell.
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Morley
Loxpox
England
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Ucian
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Fanatiae
Irish delegates fail to reach a decision in Cincinnati meeting
Six Irish-American delegates in Cincinnati remained without a verdict on the Irish party position. They issued a statement that no views would be released to the press tonight and planned to resume discussions on the train to Chicago. The meeting stressed the importance of public sentiment in America and the delegation's self restraint.
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Chicago
John Dillon
T. Harrington
Barnet House
Messrs
O'Connor
Gill
Ireland
America
Gladstone
Cinncinnati
Sullivan
Parnell
London
Messrs. Dillon
O'Brien
The Times on Parnell Manifesto and Irish Politics
The Times denounces the Parnell manifesto as shameless and says it will affect Ireland by renewing control under an uncrowned king. It condemns Gladstone and Morley as willing to betray Ireland and notes possible public hesitancy to credit Parnell. The paper questions Ireland's response to the document.
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Loxpon
the Times
Parnell
Ireland
Gladstein
Morley
Eee
Mr. Gladstone
Master of the Situation Irish crisis in Parnell debate
The Telegraph suggests boldness is needed to predict any failure of Parnell's effort to pit Irish constituencies against the Irish party. Archbishop Walsh's letter may shock those who expected his resignation, and Irishmen may respond with strong enthusiasm to Parnell's appeal.
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Loxwpol
the Telegraph
Parnell
Walsh
Gladstone Expected to Issue Counter Move
A report from Loupon dated November 29 states that Mr. Gladstone is poised to issue a counter move in response to ongoing developments. No further details available in readable text.
Blaine Reciprocity Idea Expands Reach in State
W A Croffat interviews Secretary of State and Mr Curtis for The Dispatch. Tomorrow’s 24 page issue promises latest topics handled in the blest manner with all the news.
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Blaine
W. A. Croffat
Mr. Curtis
Dispatch
Great Lockout Looms as Rochester Shoe Firms Act
Rochester November 28 At a meeting 21 leading shoe firms vow shops will be free and no worker loyal to the Shoe Workers' International Union will be employed while the Cox firm boycott lasts 2500 men may quit Monday morning amid a bitter clash over labor and bargains at Rosenbaums.
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Rochester
Shoe Workers’ International Union
P. Cox
Kaweah colony exposed as a socialistic fraud scheme
Chicago reports that the Kaweah colony in Tulare county California, led by Burnette G Haskell, evolved into a large financial swindle. Colonists paid to join and build a railroad to timber and agricultural lands while insiders preempted valuable land, leaving thousands of workers betrayed by self serving leaders and a doomed utopian venture.
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Burnette G. Haskell
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Hont
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Orchardson
J. J. Martin
Mr. Dodge
Thomas Brown
West
Washington Street
Letters expose Kaweah colony troubles and control by Haskell
A Chicago correspondent details a failed Kaweah colony scheme led by Haskell and associates. He alleges mismanagement, nonresident domination, a split colony, and imminent loss of timber land rights. The piece cites damaged governance, a disputed land title, and the retreat of residents from the project.
Ohio Society of Chicago Holds First Annual Reunion Banquet
The Ohio Society of Chicago hosted its inaugural banquet at the Grand Pacific Hotel drawing nearly 500 attendees. Ex President Rutherford B. Hayes spoke amid praise for Ohioans’ Civil War heroism, with remarks also by Judge Thoman Judge Marino and others. Letters from Harrison and Campbell expressed regrets.
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Ohio Society
Grand Pacific Hotel
L. D. Thoman
United States
Rutherford B. Hayes
Hayes
Ohio
Benjamin Butterworth
Thoman
Marvin
A. Conger
Nelson A. Miles
Marino
Harrison
Campbell
Smallpox Scare Triggers Denver Quarantine
A telegram from Cheyenne reports a train carrying smallpox patients departed Rawlins Wyoming. The Union Pacific express carried two severe cases at start and by night 13 fell ill. The car was halted and a special train sent to Denver where patients are quarantined. Six residents are from Kansas City, one from Chicago, others from Wyoming.
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TEE Dispatch
Denver
Cheyenne
Union Pacific Passenger Express
Rawlins
Wyoming
Kansas City
Chicago
Mind reader Johnstone clashes with Gatchell exhibition
At Asx Anpor on November 23 Johnstone staged a mind reading act that drew attention amid Prof. Gatchell's rival show. Gatchell claimed no such power yet duplicated Johnstone's feats and added an extra. Johnstone accused organizers of bias and canceled Detroit dates after his manager withdrew.
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Asx
Johnstone
Detroit
Bowden Child Elizabeth Bowden Dies of Diphtheria
Elizabeth Bowden daughter of Michael and Elizabeth Bowden dies at 4 years 7 months 8 days from diphtheria. Funeral from 86 Washington Street Saturday afternoon with private interment.
Second Electrical Execution Booked for Tuesday or Wednesday
New York reports Sing Sing will close for secrecy around the execution of Joseph Wood by electric chair. Witnesses named include Dr. Carlos McDonald, Dr. Alphonse Rockwell, Prof. Loudy, and Father Creeden, with further invitations to follow. Preparations focus on wiring and the reclining chair as the date remains uncertain, likely Tuesday or Wednesday, amid security measures and family visits.
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New York
Wood
Brush
Albany
Fins
Carlos. McDonald
Alphonse Rockwell
Rockwell
Loudy S
Father Creeden
Artful rise of Artemas Ward from tramp printer to famed writer
A Philadelphia Inquirer writer recalls Artemas Ward's journey from Charles F. Browne who started as a tramp printer in Tiffin and Toledo to a celebrated humorist. William A. Armstrong, Cleveland Plain Dealer editor, mentored him with modest pay before Ward's lasting impact on American letters. The Dispatch notes a 24 page issue with 192 columns for six cents.
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William A. Armstrong
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cleveland
Harrison
Philadelphia Inquirer
Charles F. Browne
Artemas Ward
Armstrong
Tiffin
Seneca Advertiser
Toledo
Browne
Mr. A
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Plain Dealer
Tiffio
Employment for Women in Cleaning Fine Dresses
Women seek work by visiting households of society people to clean and repair fine dresses that are soiled or damaged. It is said some women convert every hour into profit through this craft.
Lord Chumley Sothern and the beauty spot trend
The piece mocks Lord Chumley Sothern known as Maister of Woodbarrow for wearing a court plaster beauty spot. It predicts many golden youths will imitate this stylish grooming.
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Chumley” Sothern
Woodbarrow
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