03 May 1892
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1892
Page
1
In a grim trial a defendant named Deeming trembled as the jury found him guilty of murder and sentenced him to death. The courtroom, filled largely with women, observed nervous witnesses and a tense defense as the judge pronounced the sentence after a controversial defense strategy.
A Hyde Park deputation visits Salisbury Balfour and Gladstone seeking views on the eight hour proposal. Salisbury and Balfour refuse to meet, Gladstone replies by letter that the issue needs fuller consideration by those most affected. The group discusses Gladstone’s stance as the debate heats up.
In Wyoming the prospect rises that a woman will become a delegate to the national convention for the first time. Miss Ennas Schulte and Mrs F Eliott of the city are candidates for the son of delegate to the Republics National, with Laramie County sending delegates to the state convention next Wednesday. It is believed one will be chosen at the State Convention in Minneapolis.
The Bank of Bellevue detected five notes issued by Thames National Bank of Norwich with stamped signatures, prompting Comptroller Lacey to order reform. Also noted is the resignation of J. J. Hendley, the so called Wizard of the National Museum, after ten years with Martin. In a separate incident, Rev. Father O Connell survived a stabbing attempt by Mary Camston as he entered St Marys Church.
Waterspron May 8 Bulletin No. 19 part 6 from the Agricultural Department reveals W H Wiley and collaborators found extensive adulteration in candy molasses and honey samples. findings cite glucose and invert sugars as common additives. Philadelphia tests show most tolamine and candy samples adulterated. many stores sold adulterated sugar products amid mixed colorings and rancidity concerns.
A year ago on January 23 William Faulk, a German farmer from Bellyrue, killed his wife. He was arrested, deemed insane, and sent to Dizmont Insane Asylum. An elderly figure Koauff claimed to be a witch doctor and influenced events. authorities debated causation and Faulk’s fate while the coroner considered a deeper inquiry.
New York police say Officer Thos Kane died at St. Vincent's Hospital after a Saturday night stabbing in front of Reneke's butcher shop at 28 Grand Street. His colleague Harry Kaos, also stabbed, remains hospitalized in serious condition. Suspect Thomas Kelly, 28, is in custody as the investigation continues.
An official dispatch from Bethuret Gambia reports the Toni taba fortification fell on April 24 after strong defense. Captain Roterts of the 1st West Indian Regiment was mortally wounded as attackers seized the fort. British forces carried 119 women and children to Batharss to prevent their enslavement.
Henry E. Peicht, a Harmony Society of Economy member, is expelled by the Dass faction aligned with Dr Teed of Chicago. Peicht appeals to Beaver County Courts as trustees audit cash handling amid charges of loose dealings, with Henrici Se opposing the expulsion and the ruling against him.
In Anpenaom Indiana, George Doyle was shot by a Dadding who then turned the gun on himself after approaching a porch where Mrs Dadding sat. Doyle was struck through the right lung elbow and thigh and surrendered to the sheriff. The incident occurred a few days ago and remains under local investigation.
A major wind and rain storm swept Bott, Nodaway and Atchison counties in Missouri and nearby areas causing extensive property damage and multiple suspected fatalities. Creston branch line washed out near Conway, trains delayed. In Benom Kansas, a cyclone damaged four buildings and a schoolhouse. in Liscora Nebraska a Burlington train wreck occurred after a culvert washed out, killing a fireman and two others. Willow Creek rose threatening Opeede and Wall Street as towns faced inundation.
Society woman Miss Rath Burnett, famed in Boston and New York circles and close to Mrs Grover Cleveland, will join the convent of the Liesere of the Sacred Heart at Manhattanville this August. Her decision ends expectations of an engagement to Henry A. Marquardt, and follows her rising religious devotion away from high society. Her exit from society is attributed to fervent Catholic observance and a long friendship with Mary Anderson influencing the shift.
In Pennsylvania on May 3 the reading suit answers detail the Port Reading Railroad Company as a separate New Jersey corporation from the Philadelphia and Reading. It states capital stock is owned by a construction company and the relations are harmonious. The Jersey Central loan is described with specifics and no constitution violation. Lehigh Valley Coal and Navigation admits ownership of Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad but denies being party to certain arrangements. A denial is also made regarding the Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company. Local baseball and travel notes mention upcoming Sunday games and travel plans. The Traiter Lynx valued at 16086.
Amid widespread unrest in Europe, thousands stood ready to march and fight if needed while cavalry patrolled streets to support police. Minor incidents in Siligagna and San Andrea near Trieste sparked fear but caused little damage. In London a suspect dynamite bag was found, with police suspecting external involvement and no clear plot.
A fragmentary note references phase two in a project labeled Mement Pama tm. Details are unclear, with limited readable content and no identifiable dates, people, or organizations.
In New York on May 2, the Rossien Def ship Tynehead departed from Dow's Stores Brooklyn carrying 116,585 bundles of corn and 500 sacks of oat meal for famine relief. Passengers Miss Clara Barton and Mia Elliots of the Red Cross attended the launch with emphasis on charity. The voyage, chartered by funds raised in Washington, aims to deliver aid to St Petersburg and the famine district via a suitable port for ravinet.
The report notes over 1,000,000 rubles contributed by Americans for famine relief. Charles Emory Smith and the United States Legation in St Petersburg sent funds and details to the relief effort, detailing how the large sum was distributed and valuing the contributions at about 1,000,000 rubles.
May 3 New York The great Actor's Fair for the Actors' Fund of America opens in Madison Square Garden. The transformed venue features streets and promenades with donors including Grover Cleveland Mrs Leslie and J G Bennett. Expected receipts reach about $150,000 for the week.
In Wanntoros on May 3 reports spread that Ohio Senator Jobo Sherman will retire from public life within months. The chatter centers on his current workload and possible political shifts as observers weigh implications for the upcoming era of reform and military policy.
The body of a young woman was found with throat cut near a secluded spot by Winfield station on the Long Island railroad about four miles from town during the night. The victim appeared to be a girl about nine to ten years old with attractive features. Police in surrounding towns have been notified but no clues have yet been uncovered.
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