Death of Mrs Harrison Grounds White House Mourning
News from Washington reports the death of Mrs. Harrison at the White House. The President and cabinet members visit, preparations for funeral in Indianapolis are underway, and officials aim to continue government business with solemn respect. Pallbearers and dignitaries from Grover Cleveland to Queen Victoria express condolences.
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Indianapolis
Grover Cleveland
Harrison
Queen Victoria
Capital 5 Society
Funeral Arrangements for Mrs Harrison Plan Private White House Services
Washington reports private funeral services for Mrs Caroline Scott Harrison at the White House on Thursday with limited invitations. A public Indianapolis service follows Friday at First Presbyterian Church and Crown Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers include cabinet members and notable figures. the President, family, and close friends will accompany the remains.
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Indianapolis
Mra Harrison
John Scott Harrison
Kansas City
Carter Harrison
Tennessee
Wly
John Scott
Portland
Washington
Mra Jarrison
D. C
Tennis S. Hamlin
Church of the Covenant
Connecticut Avenue
Mia Harrison
First Presbyterian Church
M. L. Haines
Crown Hill Cemetery
Halferd
White House
Haines
Crown Hall Cemetery
Mourning Flag at White House Amid President's Grief
The flag was removed for mourning as the body was to be relocated. Postmaster General Waitiemaker met a grieving President whose tearful appearance reflected sorrow, while Dr Scott, Mrs Harrison’s father, recalled spending the night by his daughter’s bedside before her passing.
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Mr. Halford
White House
Waitemaker
Dr. Scott
Dinner Cancelled After Death of Mira Harrison
At the request of Mr. De Struye, a dinner planned for sixty Metropolitan Club members in his honor has been indefinitely postponed due to the death of Mira Harrison. De Struye, a Russian minister, was to depart for Europe after the event.
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D. G
de Struye
Russia
Metropolitan Club
Europe
de Siruve
Mira Harrison
University Club postpones reception to Mr Justice Shiras
In the wake of Mrs. Harrison’s death the University Club moves the scheduled reception to Mr Justice Shiras for the 31st to a date next month. Foreign ministers will extend condolences to the Secretary of State and President through official channels, with the Supreme Court’s Chief Justice to present collective sympathy.
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Harrison
Justice Shiras
Supreme Court
State Department
Messages of Condolence From Royalty and Notables
Queen Victoria and ex presidents sent sympathy to the President amid mourning. Among telegrams received were messages from Queen Victoria and Grover Cleveland, with other figures like William McKinley and Governor B. C. Southeby. The Daughters of the American Revolution adopted resolutions praising the late American lady and pledging to strengthen the society.
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Queen Victoris
Grover Cleveland
Washington
Blaine
Queen Victoria
Bereaved Husband: Sympathy for President Harrison
Nashville reports the Tennessee Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South adopted a resolution expressing sympathy to President Benjamin Harrison on the death of his wife. Bishop Galloway spoke of shared sorrow and called Harrison a brother in a time of loss. a telegram of condolence was sent from Nashville to Washington.
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Tennessees Conference
MLFE
Church South
Mia Harrison
Harrison
Galloway
Benjamin Harrison
BR. J. Craig
Tews
Washington, D. C
Tennessee
Society in Mourning for Cabinet Wives Withdraw
The death of Mrs Harrison prompts mourning by the President's Cabinet and their wives. The Vice President and Mrs Morton join in withdrawing from social events for a period, a custom observed in foreign nations after a queen's death. The note recalls Mrs Harrison's considerate conduct during earlier national sorrows and rues the broad impact on Washington society.
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Washington, D. C
Mra. Harrison
Washington
Mra Morton
Harrison
Jacy
Striken
Windom
Mia Harrison
Flags At Half Mast For President Harrison's Wife
Flags were hoisted at half mast across city school buildings to honor the death of the president's wife. Citizens offered sympathy as the mayor debated whether to order half mast on all public buildings. Government officers in the city acknowledged the national tragedy and Oregon officials sent condolences.
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Mra Harrison
White House
Hamlin
Church of the Covenant
Harrison
A Harrison
Washeeme
Bosapromaahons Ollons
EUL Govatzi
Post Office to Fly Seg Veal at Half Mast on Orders
Notified of no official death notice for Mra Harrison by last night, custodian of Government property ordains Seg veal to fly at half mast from the post office today and until further orders.
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Mra Harrison
McKean
English Tributes To the Worth of Mia Harrison
The Chroniclle and News praise Mia Harrison for courage in facing fatal illness and for her influence on President Harrison. The Times calls her death an event of extraordinary importance, noting her culture, broad circle of friends, and the nation’s sorrow.
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Harrison
Mia Harrison
Washington
the Times
DRS Hall and Booth Resign From Union Seminary Board
New York Oct 2 Rev Dr John Hall and Rev Dr Robert Booth resign from the Union Theological Seminary board amid quarrel with the General Assembly over the seminary s dispute with the Presbyterian Church Other directors may resign Kingsley secretary treasurer said Hall s resignation was tabled but likely not rescinded Booth said he leaves after 30 years noting no harsh words and his difficulty accepting the compact with the General Assembly He will remain as minister and continue duties at his church
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New York
John Hall
Robert Russell Booth
Union Theological Seminary
The
Presbyterian Church
E. M. Kingsley
Hall
Booth
General Assembly
Union Seminary
P ‘Ye
Polygamy Dying Out in Utah Says Governor
Governor Arthur Thomas reports polygamy in Utah is declining and no polygamous marriages occurred with Mormon leaders’ consent this year. He notes sincere reform aims but warns unlawful cohabitation may take years to end. Statehood chances amid Mormon and non Mormon tensions are debated.
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WasHixeTon
Arthur Thomas
Utah
Thomas
Two cases sue labor unions over theater boycott demands
Joan Haviin and the Walnut Street Theater Company file $50,000 damages and injunction suits against labor groups over the state employees strike. Judge Kumler warns that any violation of the court's order will incur punishment.
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Crscrsxaty
Joan H. Haviin
Walnut Street Theater Company
State
Carpenters’ Union
Amalgamated Council of Building Trades
Central Labor Council
Largest ever appeal bond filed in Fox versus Hale and Norcross
The Hale and Norcross Silver Mining Company defense filed a 2 million dollar appeal bond, furnished by Western Surety and Guarantee, claimed as the largest ever posted in U.S. judicial history. Defendants were convicted of misappropriation of the mine and destruction of works. a 1.5 million judgment was awarded to M W Fox and stockholders from which appeal proceeds.
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M. W. Fox
Hale & Norcross Silver Mining Company
Western Surety and Guarantee Company
United States
Jo Hubbard
Fox
Cumming Bank Failure Shocks New York Market
The Stock Exchange announced Clement M. Cumming’s failure with liabilities around 200000 and assets about 50000. No open contracts existed at the exchange and the event had little impact there. Cumming had been inactive in markets for some time amid broader financial turmoil.
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New York
Clement M. Cumming
The
Stock Exchange
Cumming
Yaluga Resal
Great Men Confer on Ballot Laws and Electoral Outlook
National party officials meet amid debates over new ballot laws in 28 states. Quay and committee members assess possible shifts, with Democrats claiming confidence in key states and Republicans noting uncertain registers and expected turnout.
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New York
Carter
Ree
Alabama
West Virginia
Reed Captivates Erie Crowd At Republican Rally
Hon Thomas B Reed former Speaker of the Fifty first Congress drew thousands to an Erie indoor rally with Meadeville and Crawford county contingents. He attacked the Democrats as obstructive and retrogressive while praising Republican progress in politics and society. A storm delayed outdoor events and a club gathering followed at the Erie Republican Club headquarters.
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Erre
Thomas B Reed
Meadville
Crawford County
Matthew Griswold
Eet
Teed
Republican Party
Reed
Erie
Republican Club
Minnesota's Sensation Rumor on Democrats Abandoning Ticket
In St Paul on October 25 a rumor spread that Minnesota Democrats may drop their state electoral ticket and urge voters to back the Populist line. The alleged Baker committee address would claim the statewide result is foregone and push for Weaver to win the state, potentially aiding a House reversal.
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Baker
Democratic Party
Harrison
Weaver
Minnesota
A Clear Field for the Tiger in New York Democracy
New York County Democracy leaders debate withdrawing their county ticket. John W. Goff declines run for Surrogate and John Quinn may follow. Leaders to decide tomorrow. Corporation Council Clark says police may not print ballots with Democratic electors or Judge Andrew on them.
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County Democracy
John W. Goff
John Quinn
Major
Golf
Corporation Council Clark
New York Democracy
Andrewa
Blaine's Pen Will Be Mightier Than His Voice in Campaign
In Hindon on October 25 Postmaster General Wanamaker spent an hour with ex Secretary Blaine at his home. He said the visit was personal to express gratification at Blaine’s ce. Wanamaker noted part of the interview related to politics and Blaine would write to aid Harrison’s election, nursing a throat affliction.
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Noble
Tracy
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Charles F. Foster
Rusk
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Elkins
Hindon
Blaine
Harrison
Ohio not close says secretary predicts walkover for Republicans
Secretary John R. Mallory of the State Republican Executive Committee told The Dispatch that Ohio will not be close. He predicted a walkover for Hoo Sam, with his opponent possibly scratched, and claimed 16 of 21 Congress seats for Republicans.
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John R. Mallory
State Republican Executive Committee
Dispatch
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Hoo Sam
Child’s tip helps nab fugitive on the run
Daniel Noble was arrested at Elm Grove on a shooting charge after a girl spotted a reward card with a crude image of the fugitive. She believed the man acting as Shaw worked for her father. The brother alerted authorities, leading to Noble’s capture.
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Sperial
Daniel Noble
Elm Grove
Steubenville
Shaw
Stubenville
Pennsylvania State Farmers Alliance convenes in Williamsport
The third annual session of the Pennsylvania State Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union opened in Williamsport with Henry C. Bravely of Lebanon presiding. The agenda emphasizes farming interests and pledges to avoid political engagement as sessions continue.
Tragedy in Dallas as Dr Jones Kills General Veal
In Dallas Camp Sterling Price hosts a sensational crime as Dr R H Jones shoots Brigadier General W G Veal dead at a crowded table. Veal, a famed Texas veteran and minister, was acclaimed by Parsons veterans and prominent in Confederate circles. Jones claims a long-held grievance involving Veal and a widow.
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R H. Jones
W. G. Veal
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Department of the United Confederate Veterans
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Justice Broswell
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Parsons
Grand Lodge
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Hogg
RK. H. Jones
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Mississippi
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Parsons Veterans
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Harret
Mia Hayes
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Switchmen Weigh Strike Tied to World Fair Opening
Jersey City yards report rumors of a pending general railroad switchmen strike. Leaders seek to unite Switchmen Mutual Aid Association with other brotherhoods to leverage action around the World’s Fair opening. Members are urged to organize, resist company pressure, and present united demands before any walkout.
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Speriel
Jersey City
Switchmen’s Mutual Aid Association
Erie Yard
Explosion Kills One Injures Two Near Rock Glen
By a premature blast in a rock cut on the Pennsylvania Railroad at Rock Glen Hazleton Oct 25 Anthony Girard was killed instantly and Frank Passiolo and Vincent Correloso fatally hurt as tamping bar struck too hard causing the powder charge to explode. Girard fell 200 feet from the blast area as workers rushed to leave.
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Rock Glen
Pennsylvania Railroad
Anthony Girard
Frank Passiolo
Vincent Correloso
Girard
Sailing Vessel E. B. Phillips Sinks in Newfoundland Gale
The banking schooner E. B. Phillips owned by George More of Heart's Content N F is believed lost after last August gale off Newfoundland. Captain Howell of a vessel for the same firm reports recovering possessions said to belong to the Phillips crew of 14 men.
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