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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1889

Page

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Ohio Republicans Claim Big Victory Ahead

Ohio Republicans boast of a large majority for Foraker and claim registration trends favor the GOP. Colonel Conger reports a strong, well organized campaign, predicts a 18 000 to 20 000 plurality, and notes Langston's Ohio mission as a political clash over color and influence.

Quay Conger Virginia Langston Senator Mahone Senator Quay National Republican Committee Washington Ironton Say Ohio Sos Halstead Foraker

Foraker's Figures on Majority in Ohio Race

Governor Foraker, stepping from his Broad street home, discusses his campaign outlook. He estimates a likely plurality of 12,000 to 15,000 as he defends his record, notes no Senate bid, and cites Republican unity against Democratic attacks amid a regional political contest in Ohio.

Poraker Pennsylvania Neal Campbell Eao Ohio Forgher Democratic Committee Springfield Senate Aspira Tione Columsaus Governor Foraker Broad Street Dispatch Americus Club Amerbee Pittsberg Warren Americas McKinley Jones Youngstown Hastings Senator Delamater Democrats Vndi Sherman Major McKinley Chicago Messrs Butterworth United States Senate

Last Appeal in Canvass Warns Against Defeating Election Reforms

The message warns that defeat at this stage would vindicate alleged election fraudsters of 1854 and 1883 and let them control state government and institutions. A Democratic gain is said to threaten honest elections and protections for citizens, potentially shifting Congress and undermining the American system of protection.

Greesemen Ohio

Opposition tactics in a fraught political campaign

A speaker laments magnifying individual resentments surrounding federal appointments and predicts a crushing defeat for their group. The passage notes persistent opposition from detractors and the difficulty of maintaining unity amid disaffections.

Campaign heat in Ohio as Neal boosts Democrats

State Democratic headquarters buzz with optimism as James E. Neal leads a vigorous drive against Republicans. He predicts a tight race next Tuesday, argues Foraker’s illness hasn’t boosted GOP votes, and outlines planned speeches by Voorhees Gray Lamb and Campbell to energize support in Hamilton County and Middletown.

CouuMpum James E. Neal Ohio Mr. Neal Tom Cooper Halstead Frank Campbell Hamilton County Senator Voorhees I. P. Gray Lamb Indiana Middletown

Kennedy Absent From Foraker Clash In Ohio Campaign

General R. E. Kennedy who backs the Republican ticket tours Ohio without naming Foraker, aiming for governor. He avoids contrasts with Foraker while opponents in Hamilton County warn of a close race. Keifer and Judge Smith predict a tight result, fearing a long party tenure and intra party tensions.

Foraker Kennedy Spee Keifer Jo Smith Court House Judge Smith Hamilton County

Portable cat explosion near Hamlet shocks locals

A mysterious explosion occurred near Hamlet on October 30 injuring Adem Manon and Filling sain aia Arete ins, according to scattered local reports. Authorities probe cause as residents assess damage and safety implications.

Hamlet Ixp

Glitter of Diamonds Sparks Soubrette to Elopement

Marie Halton a New York Casino Opera soubrette elopes with diamond broker Joseph Lewis. She sails on the City of Paris without listing or notifying her manager. Friends report planning to dine after shows and a rapid departure as she dons diamonds and boards for Europe.

New York Marie Halton Goodby New Years Casino Opera Company Paris Joseph Lewis Rudolph Aronson Miss Halton Iné Lewis Bo Lenina

Love and a Challenge in a Missouri Widow Case

Mrs January, widow of a St Louis renowned citizen, is courted by eccentric bachelor General Oliver Ping. An altercation followed at the Southern Hotel with Manager Lewie calling police after Ping confronted him and the scene spilled onto the sidewalk. Congressman John M. Glover was named as an associate in the ensuing affair.

Missouri St. Louis January St Louis Oliver Ping Eta Lewie Southern Hotel Toute Ua Sonthon Pont Aher John M. Glover

Young Girl Elopes With Married Man in Milford

Chicago October 30. Alexander Harris and Miss May Ellis of Milford are under arrest there for eloping. Miss Ellis is the daughter of a local principal. The couple reportedly fled amid a heated romance as authorities moved to intervene.

Alexander Harris Miss May Ellis Milford Sonal Miss Ace

Couple Arrested After Fleeing to Chicago

A relocations tale shows a couple fleeing their native town last Sunday and registering as man and wife at the Tremont House in Chicago. They moved to Northside rooms where authorities arrested them. Harris abandoned his wife and four destitute children. He possessed $9,500 in money and securities at arrest. Miss Seeee reo remains with him, despite her seniority.

Chicago Tremont House Northside Harris Tee Milford Seeeereo Central Sta Ellis

Lexington lynching suspects held after mass arrest

About 30 men were arrested in Lexington and charged with lynching Robert Berrier after he killed his mother in law. Governor Bowers ordered state officials to pursue the lynchers, while a Concord militia company is kept ready. Preliminary hearings were set this week.

Cnantorrz Lexington Robert Berrier Berrier Owle F. Long Eighth District Sa Alter Jaye Long Unday Sao Warteete Nanas O Leonard Davidson County Fred Phillips Concord Ead Brennennier Bon Tate

Making a handsome profit at San Francisco port crime

News reports allege Deputy Surveyor Fogarty linked to opium smugglers at San Francisco. Over six months a gang profited greatly, with customs losses to the U S government rising toward 400000, as Sing Wo Co and partners allegedly dominate shipments and evade duty.

Jpatora San Francisco Fogarty Pire House of Sing Wo & Co Hong Son A Sing Vss Pe Standard Oil Company United States

Still Hanging in the Balance

Wassmecron October 30 Commissioner Raum met with Secretary Noble in the Interior Department about re rated Pension Office employees. Raum said the subject was new to him but Noble is familiar with it and another talk was expected before action on the cases.

Miss Halton Aronson Wassmecron Raum Interior Department Noble Pension Office Seach

Internal Revenue Change Delayed to Aid Political Contest

Harrisburg October 30 Internal Revenue Collector Fundy stated he will make few changes in his staff for now. The delay aims to aid Boyer in his bid for State Treasurer by preventing Republican candidates from removing Democratic officials before the election.

Haarrisburg Internal Revenue Fundy Oe Boyer Frndy Boyer Bigler

Molds for Making Dollars Leads to Arrest at Ashtabals

Cleveland dispatch reports Jack Holmes known as Texas Jack, previously at iron ore docks in Ashtabals Ohio, arrested with a full set of counterfeit dollar molds. He is held on $2,500 bail as authorities believe he issued substantial counterfeit coins.

Cleveland Jack Holmes Texas Jack Ashtabals

Outlaws Burrows Chase Ends in Fatal Shootout

In Blunt County a pursuit of the outlaws Rube Burrows and a partner leaves two deputies dead and two suspected outlaws killed. The long chase in progress has concluded with a fatal confrontation.

Birmingham Rube Burrows Blunt County

Turmoil in Camp 20 and Cronin Trial Revelations

In Chicago and during the Cronin trial, Captain O Connor testified about a violent Camp 20 scene on February 8 and alleged Rogue led by Le Caron. Witnesses described the inner circle, embezzlement claims, and a chaotic meeting tied to the triangle inquiry.

Cronin Captain O'Connor Camp 20 Ron le Caron Dr. Cronin O’connor Stephen Calloran Patrick Nolan Beggs Yuan Eal Weernerr Burke and Cooney Thomas F. O’ Connor Sed Tee O'Connor Croninsaewrones Re Oce Triangle Dick Powers Pat McGarry Toon Beggs

Cronin Led Inquiry Into O Sullivan Death Visit

A fragment recalls Dr Cronin as a member of Lan oa Gael Lakeview who described the February 6 meeting and a Sunday visit to the home of O Sull ivan after Cronin’s death. It notes questions to O Sullivan Cronis and describes twitching observed near the adjoining area.

lan-oa-Gael Lakeview Cronin O’sullivan

Prisoner Lies Suspected in Burke Case

WissiPrc October 30 Deputy State's Baker heads to Chicago to pursue arming rumors. Prosecutor doubts Burke's friends tell the truth as a wheels cannot be pounded.

Baker Burke WissiPrc Fir Chicago Raving Denne

Raum’s Pension Rules To Be Debarred

A mid to agreements must not be tied for a fee exceeding $10 after November 15 next.

Fear of an Invisible Shadow In Racial Church Contention

The article reports Rev. L. H. Pollard of St. Mark's P E Church discussing the triennial diocese convention and its stance on interference by the General Convention. He remarks on race, segregation, and possible backlash against desegregation, noting fears of loss of status and fear of change within the diocese and its congregations.

Diforce Omanteston L. H. Pollard St. Mark's P. E O Ta Bouthian Bo the Sams

Christian Endeavor Progress in Regional Convention

Fragmented report notes Christian Endeavor progress across denominations including Episcopal Moravian Mennonite and Reformed Dutch with varying counts. Mentions a convention affected by limited information and unclear figures.

Bernard Broser Case Convulses Civil War Pension Action

In Wasnisctox a report on Bernard Broser formerly of the 123rd Ohio Volunteers. The government contends he was discharged for mental weakness but took him to civil life claiming arrears amounting to 9 thousand dollars. The case centers on disability grounds and potential back pay.

Bernard Broser Ohio Volunters Pas Deytaimange Taupe Ferinal

Bound to Have Their Dues at Tanner's Corner

In Baecwschor New Jersey on October 30, 100 Italian workers at Tanner's Corner along the Raritan River Railroad protested unpaid wages. They formed a strike fund reported as six thousand dollars as contingency, while officials and workers awaited further action.

Baecwschor N. J Tanner's Corner Raritan River Jie Beri

Suit Over Infringement Against Westinghouse

The case alleges infringing of a new patent by George Westinghouse and seeks damages of 1 million dollars, with claims totaling 2 million. A witness described a safe device using copper main pipes for gas escapes, amid testimony and discussions of wealth and legal fight.

An Old Lady’s Spleen Forces a Bloodless Act

A cryptic note reports an elderly woman linked to a crime described as a deadly act in a disorderly scene. The fragment mentions Jerscab SHLAGRAN 1088 and a failed attempt at absorbing the day’s work.

Assistant Secretary Barebeiter's Actine in Glazeworkers Care

Special telegram to the dipator from Wasurroton reports October 30. District Attorney Lyon of Pitty sends a letter stating he discovered a preamble and referred all considerations to higher review for examination. The fragmented text indicates an official communication about departmental handling.

Barebeiter Lyon Pitty Totil Gard

Prison fugitives escape after assault suspects cited

Two jail breakers, identified as Bam fer and Williams, escaped from custody in Virginia. The escape follows an assault on Bebe Wilson of Mt. Jackson and a traveling felon near Woodstock. Local authorities warn residents as a manhunt ensues.

Bamber Bebe Wilson Mt. Jackson Harry Williams

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Mahone Corume A. L. Conger John M. Langston Vic Conger Old Dominion National Committee Iay Republican Party Cincinnati Columbus Pittsburg Kis Aspublican Aker Calico Foster Foraker's Kelfer Spiaingrreeo R. E. Kennedy King Bob George Sheridan Hoadly Wesfal Ag BO Africa Thentry Aness Arton Barton Samuel Ae Bartok Lewis Philadelphia Sylvia Gerrish Miss Gerrish Halton Mr. Lewis Sctressea Secith Saeas Balwath Serail Rita Aeen Mr. J. Lewis Georgie Dennince Raum and Noble Dischas le Carom London Orpatiaation Jour Ap Organizati Sass Thas England Odemand Théo Buffalo Daniel Ors Farmell Ius F. Beggs the of the Triangle Christian Endeavor Progress Wielsons Anter J. J. Ricketts MR. Westinghouse Fe Gyn Gir George Westinghaum Ricketts Fifth Avenue Squirrel Hil Tamm Dime PaTvom Westinghouse Jerscab Shlagran
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