Gold Fields in China and the New Land Commissioner
A Dispatch correspondence recounts a traveler’s account from China and Thibet, noting rail prospects, native travel costs, and food uses. It also covers Judge Groff’s quiet ascent as General Land Office commissioner, anecdotes with the President, and the Chinese legation’s social life and theater outings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Groff
General Land Office
Washington
Althoug
Governor Stone
Colorado
Graft
Gillette
Mouch
Judge Groffs
Esid
Riot in Waterloo Church Over Excommunications
A church riot in Waterloo was narrowly avoided as arrests failed to eject William Dempsey and James Kelly from St. Mary's pews during a confrontation led by John Welch. Auburn constables Michael Boyle and James Talbot attempted to remove them, but crowd reactions and confusion sent the pair back to their seats before leaving with about 12 minutes to noon. Deputy Sheriff Vancleef observed but did not intervene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thibet
Jore
Boata
China
Yangtse
Jules Verne
Picture of General Albert Pike At Parade Inspires Stories
Washington Post describes General Albert Pike in a carriage with Templars during a parade drawing attention. An officer recounts a Canadian priest seeking a Moses statue after seeing Pike in a Broadway photograph. A Chicago artist reportedly used Pike’s head to paint a saint for the Pope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Albert Pike
Templars
Moses
New York
Broadway
General Pike
Chicago
Wreck on Big Four Tracks Kills Fireman at Rapid Row
At Rapid Row west of Cincinnati an east bound wrecking train and a west bound freight collided due to order misinterpretation. Fireman Edward Morris died instantly. fireman Jack Whelstein was seriously injured. engineer Green of the wrecking train appears to have misread orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Rapid Row
Big Four
Edward Morris
Jack Whelstein
Green
Rowlesboro tragedy ends in fatal duel at dawn
In Preston county at Rowlesboro on a Saturday morning Thomas Dunn fatally shot Moore, both B and O Railroad employees. The slaying followed a prior theft of alcohol and left Moore injured with jaw and collarbone injuries before Dunn fired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gnartox
W. Va
Rowlesbore
Preston County
Thomas Dunn
Moore
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Dunn
Plans of Boulanger Army in Jersey Ascent Imagined
The article argues General Boulanger could base a revolt from Jersey near St Helier. It notes Brittany and Normandy Catholics might back him, Rennes as a base, and garrisons in Rennes Dinan St Malo. It cites historic ties to Jersey and past exiles like Charles II and Victor Hugo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boulanger
France
Jersey
St. Helier’s
Normandy
St. Lunaire
Brittany
Cape Frehel
la Belle France
Elysee
Republic
Montmartre
General Boulanger
Ora
Rittany
Bretagne
Normandie
Pontual
Rennes
Paris
Dinan
St. Malo
Bray
Rey
William the Con
Europe
Hastings
Ann
S J. Helier
Boulan
Victor Hugo
Charles II
England
Cromwell
Britain
Mount Orgueil
Elizabeth Castles
Major McGregor Remains In Custody After Warrenton Killing
Avousta Ga October 13 Major Chas E McGregor who shot and killed James M W Cody in Warrenton Ga was brought to Avousta for safekeeping Sheriff auuses Warren county ordered removal due risk of violence Cody’s friends would harm him Judge Lumpkins ordered transfer to prevent unrest McGregor said he felt relieved and will waive examination remaining in custody until next April when he will stand trial in Warrenton
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avousta
Chas. E. McGregor
James M. W. Cody
Warrenton
Auuses
Warren County
McGregor
A Falling Derrick Kills Three Men in Lansing
A steam derrick hoist beam broke and fell on a group of workers clearing a freight wreck on the Lansing Railway. Three men died, including Joe Quinp conductor of the ony fd of West Bay City and George O Jackson machinist. John Tentile West brakeman of Bay City survived with non fatal injuries. over a dozen men were present, none other seriously hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansing
Mich
Joe Quinp
Ony Fd
West Bay City
George O Jackson
John Tentile West
Bay City
Arrival of a 100000 Dollar Picture in New York
The steamer La Bourgogne from Havre arrived with Millet's painting "L'An us" on board. The work was recently put up for sale by the American Art Association for $100,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
la Bourgogne
Havre
Millet
American Art Association
Hissing the Flag at Socialist Meeting in Vorwaert Hall
About 1,000 attendees at Vorwaert's Turner Hall hissed the U S flag during a Socialist maps meeting. The red flag was unfurled on the opposite side and applause followed, as Sergius E Shevitch declared anarchist executions the gravest in America and urged revolution. Speakers from New York Indianapolis Newark and Brooklyn took milder tones. A morning session appointed committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cxrcaco
Socialist Maps
Vorwaert
Turner Hall
Martin Jedinger
Sergius E. Shevitch
New York
Shevitch
America
Paris
Philip Rappaport
Indianapolis
Mrs. Greie
Newark
Franz Seubert
Brooklyn
Train Strikes Davison Family Crossing Tracks
Franklin October 13. J Davison and his 16 year old daughter crossed the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad track two miles east when struck by an accommodation train. Davison was fatally injured after being caught on the cow catcher and hurled over an embankment. his daughter was thrown clear with lesser injuries. The wagon and horse were killed and the wagon frame burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
J. ©. Davison
Lake Shore
Michigan Southern
Erie Railway
Davison
Rae
Contended and happy meet clues to vanished wife
Younestown October 13 Peter Arnold a Pittsburg bridge worker arrived in Hubbard chasing rumors that his wife had died in an explosion and found her living with George Hill. She said she had obtained a divorce and wed Hill. Arnold, escorted by a constable, left saying he bore no ill will as she seemed content.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixgton
China
Thibet
Far East
India
Younestown
Peter Arnold
Pittsburg
Arnold
Hubbard
George Hill
Leeming
Hill
Hogland
Woman moonshiner convicted in Kentucky district court
Martha Seward a 30 year old woman from a hillside cabin near Louisiana Kentucky was found guilty of moonshining in a United States District Court. Her relatives ran a forest distillery and she sold liquor daily throughout the county until a customer betrayal led to her arrest by deputy marshals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Martha Seward
United States District Court
Martha
City of New York Reaches Dock After Mud Incident
The steamer City of New York docked in good condition after a mud encounter. Divers were inspecting the hull for damage, with no issues found. She is expected to depart Wednesday as planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
New York
Obituary notices and funeral announcements from local papers
A dense list of obituaries and funeral notices for multiple individuals including Anthony, Brown, Creed, Fulton, Edna Friesel, Annie Kennedy, Malone, McClafferty, Caroline Nelson, Robinson, Reilly, and Stouffer. Details include dates, ages, residence addresses, and service times at various churches and venues, with private interments and family invitations. Names, ages, dates, and locations anchor the notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony
Thomas J. Anthony
Central Presbyterian Church
Forbes
Seneca Street
Cy Brown
Jane Husny
Robert
Hattie Brown
Mompaz
Second Avenue
Johnstown
Davin Creed
Beivanerel
Union
Fulton
John Fulton
Lnte
Federal Street
Allegheny City
Totes
Twentieth Ward
Edna
Dasightero
John
Mary E Friesel
Léth Mat
Kennedy
Annie
Patrick Kennedy
Tussay
Malone
Christ
Nancy Malone
North Main Street
Sharpsburg
McClafferty
H. W. McClafferty
Sheffield & P. M
Williamsport
Kingwood
Grafton
Nelson
Caroline N. Nelson
Wittlam Nelson
Jon A. Reilly
Colwell
Jumonville
Pee Cary Ae
Ponegal
Wyoming Street
Mt. Washington
Stouffer
Fie Avenue
Ana Vies
Wilson Stouffer
M. P
Fifth Avenue
Vine Street
Mth
Mohair Fabrics and Luxe Linens at Bargain Prices
Local store touts case lot Mohair fabrics in 42 inch width with prices from 60 to 125 cents and special values at 75 85 and 1.0. Brillian tine Mohair and brocade stripes praised for fall and winter wear along with silk warp cashmeres and Paris robe models. Also promotions on India linen hemstitch and Nainsook tuckings with multiple widths and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Bargains on Curtains Portieres and Blankets Highlighted Offers
Bargains in Portieres with Chenille and lace items listed. Special prices on Gray and Scarlet blankets, tea gray blankets, and various comforts. Includes wool and cashmere hosiery for men and wide selection for ladies and children at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nottingham la
Wspeda
Pai Co
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Omaha
Abe Lincoln
Legation
O'Bries-Batk
Bet
Vie
Gram
Pike
Bauerlein Brewing Co
Bennetts
Ind
Telete
Be . Figs
Sng Elgg
Jos. House & Co
Penn Avenue
Thea
Con
Isle of Jersey
Georgia
Stars and Stripes
Banner of Anarchy
Pepecial
the Dispatch
Hood
C. L Hood & Co
Lowell
Mnna
Blooker
BEST
TERY
Beecham
Jos, Honxe & Co
Walker
Jos. Horse & Co
Trump
Falia Sale
Henriettas
T, Mi. Latimer
Federal St
Allegheny, Pa
Moxpar
Priestley
Boggs & Buhl
Allegheny
Oly
Ock
Nottingham
Anthony Meyer
Meyer, Arnold & Co
Lim
Sasenesand Penn
John R AL Murdoch
Smithfield Street
J. B. Murdoch
Raeebae
Isc
Supztlocos. Insurance Co
Ee America
Hedeane
Jones
Hartford
Conn
Edwards & Kenney
Yourth Avenue
Pittaburg
Beal
Astrac Cape
Fleishman & Co
Wood Street
Ottenheimer Brothers
Cohasset Mroot
Grandview Avenue
Pawnes Street
Cohasset Strea
Pawnee Street
Pittisburg
Nonpixande-avinonizine
Cabot City
Peaser
Commonwealth of Peee
Moncing
Cabot Alley
South Fifth Street
Direction Council
Yrmg Council
Ani
Frankstown Avenue
Homewood Avenue
Frankstown
Bue
Lang Street
Negley Rus
Dallas Strestenwer
Lincoln Airect
Pennsylvania
Mt A Brivain i
Friendship & Venue
Liberty
Commonwealth
Peti
Nanos
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