Question of Jurisdiction in Nagle Case Stirs Coast Justice Debate
In Pittsburg on September 17, 1388 the article discusses Deputy Marshal Nagle being discharged by Judge Sawyer. It questions whether United States Courts or California State Courts should determine the justification of a killing by a federal officer. The piece notes public agreement that Nagle shot Terry, but debates where trial of the facts should occur and appeals routes.
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Marshal Nagle
Sawyer
Nagle
Terry
United States
California
The Metal of the Future in Pittsburg Aluminum
The piece argues aluminum could revolutionize industry if production costs drop. It notes aluminum combines strength and light weight, with vast potential once reduction and working are cheap enough. The article foresees costs below five dollars per pound as a threshold to supplant iron and steel.
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Pittsburg
Pittsburg Hosts South American Statesmen Visit
The Chamber of Commerce plans a thorough, practical welcome for South American delegates visiting Pittsburgh to inspect the city’s industrial base. The event aims to showcase mills, furnaces, gas wells, and related resources as a path to expanding trade with the Americas.
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Chamber of Commerce
Pan-American Congress
Pittsburg
Gulf of Mexico
A Strange Revelation of Justice by Wealth
A ruined inventor shot a millionaire after accusing him of stealing his ideas. The case suggests bribery of a lawyer by the rich man to betray his client, revealing how money can defeat justice and urging reform for equal court chances regardless of wealth.
Public Subways Suggested by Electrical Experts
The Minneapolis Tribune reports at a convention that underground electric conduits for water and gas pipes pneumatic tubes telegraph telephone and fire alarm wires could be laid in permanent subways with rights of way rented to private companies. Such subways would be affordable and meet a growing public need, urging prompt city action.
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Minneapolis Tribone
Proposal for underground city conduits to replace street mess
The author laments haphazard municipal practices and argues that essential utilities sewers gas water telegraph telephone and electric wires should be placed in a public underground conduit. A subway would cut tear ups and prevent exclusive corporate privileges, ensuring safer streets and smarter urban policy.
Judicial opinions deflect renewal of license hearings
The court refuses to reopen the Brooks law license hearings for now, citing judicial discretion and the need to avoid delaying public business. The judges foresee a six month wait before new hearings, hoping to refine estimates of licensed houses and balance community order with evolving rules.
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White
Supreme Court
Canals and Parties Critique on Canal Abandonment
The piece compares the closing of the old Pennsylvania Canal to the James River and Kanawha Canal and argues waterways should be kept open. It blames party politics and corporate interests for canal destruction and calls for political reform to prevent both parties from being influenced by corporate gains.
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Pennsylvania Canal
Pennsylvania Railroad
New York
James River
Kanawha Canal
Republican Party
Kames River
Pittsburg
Starring a Chinese: theater woes and whisky gossip end theatrics
A Washington era column notes Chinese actors in New York gaining American ideas and follows the closing of a Chinese theater after the leading lady Taka Wing falls ill and loses his cat. The piece mocks stereotypes, hints at scandals, and mentions the jailed Nicely brothers and Somerset county desperadoes as a closing aside.
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New York
Taka Wing
Bingle
Fan-Tan
Chinatown
Puss
Mott Street
Stamp and public safety concerns loom over reform talk
The column surveys crime, politics, and policy notes from Albany to Chautauqua. It derides lax arms control in Somerset, critiques Fellows’ trial prospects, and questions press influence, pensions, and Pullman car reforms. It also notes Chautauqua figures, ship trials, and Monaco’s stance on gambling.
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Albany Herald
Fellows
Herald
The Topical Talker and Oddities From Life
A cigar merchant notes decorated cigars sell faster than plain ones. A coin scale jokes about weight, claiming a man lost ten pounds in two hours. A six year old confesses writing M s and shakes, explaining how to make an Mr by riding hills.
In the Emperor's Honor Banquet For Hanover
A grand banquet in Hanover honors Emperor William with Count Von Munster as toastgiver. The Emperor praises Hanover's loyalty and readiness for peace or war, and toasts the region with a historic shared glass from 1874 amid strong cheers.
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Hanover
William
Count von Munster
France
New Elections Needed in Delaware and Lancaster Districts
John Patterson, long time Sergeant-at-Arms, completed warrants for House elections in Delaware and Lancaster areas. Issued for Isaac P. Garrett in Philadelphia, C. Wesley Thomas in the Custom House, and A. B. Roberts with Collector Martin. Franklin Avans oversees a senatorial warrant in Delaware and a successor to Senator Stehman in Lancaster county will follow.
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Hanrnissone
John Patterson
Delaware
Isaac P. Garrett
Philadelphia Custom House
Philadelphia
C. Wesley Thomas
Custom House
Roberts
Martin
Adams
John J. Brown
Jefferson
Francis A. Weaver
Wee Ossean Inaton
J. K. Bilnysley
Es "Benaire
Sergunatus Avans Franklin
Coover
Stehman
Lacaster
WILL BRIDGE THE NIAGARA American Connection
President Van Horne discussed Canadian Pacific plans for a U S American connection via a Niagara River bridge. He said the company will build the bridge themselves and has arranged with six leading American railroads to access Buffalo on favorable terms with first class end-of-line accommodations.
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Hamilton
Ont
van Horne
Canadian Pacific
Niagara River
Buffalo
Gould wins share in $300000 lottery prize
Christine Gould of Philadelphia and Readin Railroad workers bought a ticket share and won one twentieth of the $300000 prize. The ticket is with United States Express for collection and Gould expects $15000 in a few days. The note also mentions Liverpool authorities planning petroleum tanks to reduce oil fire risk.
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Harrisburg
Christin Gould
Philadelphia and Readirz Railroad Company
United States Express Company
Gould
PERSONAL FACTS AND FANCIES
Prince Bismarck favors tea as his sole stimulant. Two Egyptian princes study in Vienna. Lonp Tennyson regrets not visiting the United States. An Irish MP suggests Balfour deserves life imprisonment. Queen Victoria craves fresh air and opens windows in cold weather. George Kennan becomes an honorary member of the Polish National Alliance. Archdeacon Farrar cites English schools as 25 years behind the United States. Archdeacon Meremyth, a prolific novelist, lives near Box Hill and rewrites works in proof.
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Vienna
Lonp Tennyson
Ireland
Balfour
Queen Victoria
Polish National Alliance
Buffalo
George Kennan
Siberian
Archderacos Farrar
England
Groner Meremth
Box Hill
The Old Homestead at Grand Opera House
A favorable review of The Old Homestead notes its simple wholesome rural story of Joshua Whitcomb guiding his son back home. Arch ie Boyd as the farmer delivers strong stage presence. Miss Henrietta Irving shines as Aunt Matilda. minor eccentrics curb realism. singing, especially the double quartet, pleases the audience.
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New York
Ding
Joshua Whitcomb
Matilda Whitcomb
New Hampshire
Old Homestead
Grand Opera House
Grace Church
Archie Boyd
Man Thompson
Mr. Boyd
Henrietta Irving
Matilda
Flo Wyatt
Broadway
One of the Old Stock thrills Bijou crowd with Uncle Alvin
Alvin Joslin stars in the new play One of the Old Stock at the Bijou Theater drawing a large audience. Charles L. Davis as Uncle Alvin delivers strong Vermont farmer humor amid laughable and tragic adventures. Supporting cast includes Toby Tighspenny, Chas Norris, Patrick Kilpatrick, and Kay Briscoe.
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Charles L. Davis
Vermont
Davis
Path
Stedman Hirau
Chas
Norris Patrick
Kilpatrick
Piny Robinson
Sheriff Baker
Walter Bentley Henry
Henry
Chan
Bentley Flash
Meo Gott
Billy Oblason
Theo
Alon
Dames
A. Marenseyrus Perkins
Robert Dawes
Svili Skidmore
Dl Moore Eli Whitfield
Siilip Plummer Obediah Westbrook
Ener Collins Vielice
Hi H Jm
Hessle Josiin
Kay Briscoe
Wayward Piri
Clorinus Joslin
Cilla L. Wen
Alvin
Mary ‘Henderson
Wan Weil
Woman Against Woman at Harris' Delights Audiences
Frank Harvey's play at Harris' week features Miss May Wheeler as a pretty capable actress and a vivid Bessie Barton. Edmund Collier supports as John Treather, with John Marble's Phil Tressider drawn lightly. Both performances drew a full house with strong reception.
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Harris
Frank Harvey
May Wheeler
Bessie Barton
Edmund Collier
John Treather
John Marble
Phil Tressider
Old Favorites At The Academy This Week In Austin
A noted bill plays this week with the Austin Sisters Rose and Aimee leading a strong lineup. The cast includes Mulvey and Clifton, the Davenport Brothers, the Acme Four, Constantine and Richards, Sam Dearin, Van Leer and Barton, Camella Brothers and Miss Capitola Forrest. A robust program should draw large crowds.
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Austin Sisters
Rose
Aimee
Mulvey
Clifton
Davenport Brothers
Acme
Constantine and Richards
Sam Dearin
Vanleer
Barton
Camella Brothers
Capitola Forrest
Academy
Big Eliza Parade Draws Crowd in Express Waron
A yesterday parade of Big Eliza in an express waron drew observers including Suedred who marveled at the vehicle. At the museum Mr. A J Seymour staged feats of reading, boosting the museum’s growing popularity.
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Big Eliza
Suedred
A. J. Seymour
Het Reading
Secretary Kremer Leads Flood Aid Disbursement
Secretary Kremer of the State Flood Relief Commission traveled to Johnstown to start distributing 1 600 000 in new aid authorized after a Friday night meeting. The commission has already disbursed 769 000 to flood sufferers.
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Harriseueg
Kremer
State Flood Relief Commission
Johnstown
Boodler Returns From Canada Faces Bail Hearing
Johnny Hannigan ex County Commissioner accused of boodling returned from Canada to Chicago. He appeared before Judge Horton who set bail at 1000 dollars for a future hearing.
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Canada
Johnny Hannigan
Chicago
Horton
Red Men's Land Wanted 789000 Acres to be Negotiated
Secretary Noble appoints BR Belt AM Tinker and C W Parker to negotiate with the Gisseton and Wahpeton of Dakota for surrender of 789000 acres. Sisseton lands 127,937 acres set for severalty and 147 acres for church and other uses. Patents for 127,887 acres expected this month. Each adult male gaining lands becomes a U S citizen.
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Washington
Noble
BR. W. Belt
A. M. Tinker
C. W. Parker
Gisseton
Wahpeton
Dakota
Sisseton
Severalty
United States
Arid West Lands Could Be Reclaimed by Reservoirs
The Senate Committee investigating arid land reclamation met and heard testimony on irrigation reservoirs. It concluded the eastern part of the state could be irrigated, turning hundreds of thousands of acres into productive farmland. The storage system was described as practical, with potential to reclaim all land in the state. The commission leaves for Cheyenne tomorrow.
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Danver
Senate
Cheyenne
Deaths of a Day: Hiram Pooler Dies of Typhoid
Hiram Pooler, about 58, longtime stewards on the Ohio River, died at his Lip Liberty Avenue home from typhoid fever. A Beaver County native and widower with a daughter in Wellsville, he formerly served Gray's Iron Line aboard the Lroy uke. He fell ill on a Cairo voyage and returned home. Also, Hon. William H. Neale, an elder Stillwater resident and uncle of Stonewall Jackson, died at his family residence, a Republican aligned figure in Confederate history.
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Hiram Pooler
Ohio River
Liperty Avenue
Beaver County
Wellsville
Gray's Iron Line
Lroy Uke
Cairo
Pankersayne
W. VA
William HM. Neale
Wreck on B and O Line Injures Three Brakemen
Special telegram from Connellsville reports a Baltimore and Ohio short line wreck at Leisenring at 5 am injuring three brakemen. Charles Ellsworth, William Durbin, and Robert were struck. Ellsworth gravely injured, others badly crushed but expected to recover. A cow caused the collision.
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Dispatch
Connellsville
Baltimore and Ohio
Leisenring
Charles Ellsworth
William Durbin
Robert
Stark County Millers 101 Year Old Dies in Waynesburg
Mrs Magdalene Miller aged 101 years former German immigrant and Stark county resident died at Waynesburg home today. She came to the county with her husband about sixty years ago. No daughter present at death. Contributions to the conscience fund noted in brief. A separate item reports a $200 conscience contribution marked Chicago received by the Treasury.
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Dibputcr
Caxtos
Magdalene Miller
Stark County
John Elise
Waynesburg
Germany
Conscience Fund
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Chicago
Uncle Sam
The Elixer the Dead in Brouard Mixture History
The Philadelphia Press notes a history of the rise and fall of Brouard mixture titled The Elixir the Dead. It traces origins and decline, citing researchers and period accounts, and places the work within 19th century medical experimentation.
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Philadelphia Press
Deaths of County Commissioner Moyer and Rev Blincoe
Harrisburg dispatch reports Philip Moyer former county commissioner died today after two terms and Rev J W Blincoe a leading Methodist South minister also died in Richmond on the same date. The notices highlight the passing of two prominent regional figures.
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Philip Moyer
Cra Moyer
Tco
J. W. Blincoe
Hichmond
W. Blincoe
Methooemeen Church South
Ashiang
Court of Inquiry On Major Armes Mental State Ordered By Schofield
Washington dispatch reports General Schofield orders a court of inquiry into Major Armes mental condition. The case, linked to Armes notorious during the March inaugural procession and a prior court martial, sparks doubt about motives and risks stoking army faction tensions. The inquiry, to be held at the Medical Museum, draws interest from civilian and military circles alike.
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Beaver
Armes
Bearer
Schofield
Notable Delegates Cite Talent Ahead of International Congress
The International American Congress in Washington will open next month with esteemed delegates. Honduras sends Geronimo Zoloya a 55 year old former foreign minister and Central American States envoy. Guatemala's Dr Fio Cruz, a leading literary figure and former foreign secretary, arrives with his family after serving Barrios and heading the National University. The congress begins with public interest in the forthcoming tour as the delegation departs October 3 for a 40 day session.
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National Congress
International American Congress
Washington
Honduras
Geronimo Zoloya
Congress of Central American States
Guatemala
Costa Rica
New York
Pacific Mail
Aspinwall
Fio Cruz
United States
Cdl
Cruz
Barrios
The
National University
Beauty Pads For Cheeks In Pall Mall Gazette Ad
An Islington gentleman offers hollow cheek pads for ladies and men to attach to teeth with gold springs. The pads, priced high, are claimed to restore a cherubic fullness and youthful look, though they are rigid in character.
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Pall Mall Gazette
Islington
Trial of the Baltimore cruiser completes with strong results
Secretary Tracy received a telegram from Captain Kirkland, president of the trial board, announcing the Baltimore test completed. Horsepower exceeded requirements with an average speed of 196.10 knots for four hours and a maximum of 202.10 knots for one hour. Complete reports will take days. The Philadelphia, launched on the Delaware, has a hull similar to the Baltimore and a bonus of 50.00 per quarter knot over 19 knots if its performance matches.
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Baltimore
Chestnuts Coming Prompt Warning for Theaters
A New York paper notes two odd bits of news the chestnut crop ripens unusually early and a Reading theater patron swallowed artificial teeth during laughter. It humorously suggests theaters post a placard at the footlights warning audiences to remove teeth to avoid casualties.
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New York Commercial Advertiser
Mexico Celebrates Independence Day With Military Parade
Mexico marks its Independence Day with nationwide celebrations. Seven thousand soldiers and rural guards paraded while vast crowds cheered General Diaz dubbed the Apostles of Peace. Officials also publish a decree raising the duty on goats by 85 cents effective September 1.
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Mexico
Ciry
General Diaz
City of Mexico
Immigrant Arrivals At Castle Garden Referenced By City Desk
Sixty Arabs landed at Castle Garden this morning and were held for examination by the Commissioners. Abdul Aziek their chief said they had funds and Arabian curiosities to sell nationwide. 110 Arabs remain awaiting the Collector's decision. Ettel Crodsminski a widow arriving with her year old daughter is the first Polish immigrant to register at Castle Garden and will join her husband Samuel in Ogden Utah after correspondence and sealing news.
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Abdul Aziek
Ettel Crodsminski
Edam
Mormon
Ogden
Utah
Samuel
Chase on First Avenue Ends With Arrest After Pier Escape
A young man ran from a policeman on First Avenue at 3 a m. He dove from the pier into ten feet of water as fog hindered pursuit. The officer rowed a ferry route to catch him, found a basket of items, and the man claimed the items were his. He was released after a brief questioning.
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Tick Gaw
First Avenue
Sam Sloan
Unprecedented Rescue Amid Cyclone on Mici Nepot
Captain Hesone reports the bark Mici Nepot weathered a cyclone with heavy seas on September 9. Six sailors were swept overboard but clung to the railing and were saved as successive waves bore them back to the ship. The crew survived, marking an unprecedented adventure for the voyage.
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Mici Nepot
Hesone
Frasngkok
Basone
Sir Edwin Arnold Plans Visiting New Yorkers Then Travel Abroad
Sir Edwin Arnold will stay a few days in the city to visit New Yorkers he has known abroad. He will then go to Boston to see friends of Lady Arnold, formerly Miss Channing of Boston, and Cambridge to be entertained by Harvard President Eliot. He then aims for San Francisco or Vancouver, departs for Japan, visits China, and proceeds to India.
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Boston
Lady Arnold
Miss Channing
Cambridge
Eliot
Harvard
San Francisco
Vancouver
Japan
China
India
Englishman Ernest King Detained on Arrival as Pauper Foreigner
Ernest King an Englishman aged 30 with his four year old daughter Grace Florence Percy King arrived aboard the Cunard steamer Aurania from Liverpool. He is registered as an English actor and, lacking funds, is detained under the law prohibiting pauper foreigners. He claims past work with Charles RB Gardiner and production ties to a Wimbledon property income.
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Grace Florence Percy King
Cunard
Aurania
Liverpool
King
Aerane
Frere Ree Te tLe Clee
Eek Tetas
Charles RB
Gardiner’s
Wimbledon
England
Florida Orange Growers Plan Exclusive Jacksonville Auction
The Florida Orange Growers and Dealers Protective Association nears a plan to end commission men by selling oranges at auction in Jacksonville to association members only. The system aims to prevent rotten fruit deliveries to the North and ensure cash payments. Ex Senator A B Mann, secretary, is at the Astor House in New York.
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Florida Orange Growers’ and Dealers’ Protective Association
E. S. Goodsell
Jacksonville
A. 8. Mann
Florida
Association
Astor House
Groff Appointed Commissioner of General Land Office
Judge Lewis A. Groff of Omaha is named Commissioner of the General Land Office, succeeding Stockslager who resigned. Born Wooster Ohio December 31 1841, Groff was admitted to the bar in 1887 and built a long political and legal career in Toledo Lincoln and Omaha.
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Derk Park
Lewis A. Groff
Omaha
General Land Office
Strother M. Stockslager
Lincoln
Neb
Omabs
Tonga's Queen Dies in Polynesian Islands
Auckland dispatch reports the death of the Queen of the Tonga Islands announced by steamer Wainui, signaling the end of a reign in the Pacific realm.
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Auckland
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Tonga Islands
TEI STATE TRIFLES IN HEMISPHERE NEWS
A collection of oddities from Pennsylvania towns including a doctor warning about rotted potatoes, a calf with five legs, a four foot eel pulling a rod, a weather prophet jailed over a jar of water, Lehigh tuition music lesson plan, a North Penn passenger losing a seat, partridge visitors at Ephrata, a farmer attacked by bees, and a worker injured by a falling derrick in Bethlehem.
Curious Condensations From A Far Flung Page
A menagerie of oddities and curiosities appears from Maine to Montana with eggs shaped like moons, giant cheeses, electric house lighting, quartz mines, and a thief tale. Headlines mention Edison, a 700 pound cheese, a sunflower stalk, and a judge’s commission to John Paul Jones.
Funny Men's Fancies and a Farmer's Daughter
A brief collection echoes of humorous verse and dialogue. The item references a Philadelphia Inquirer appearance about social judgments based on attire followed by a playful exchange between a summer boarder and a farmer's daughter and a tangential line about Verano Wistie.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Farmer
Sarah
Dilek
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