Fenian Movement Ends in Canada Invasion Fail
Washington reports May 29 that Internal Revenue receipts reach 150 million with June goal of 175 million. Fenian raid collapses as Gen Meade and authorities declare the threat ended. hundreds of Fenians captured or dispersed along the border with rail carriers asked to transport only at own expense. Authorities warn of possible further actions but expect peace as Malone and Ogdensburg routes quiet.
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Shooting shocks Springfield editor in city raid
Carcado May 28 Louis Souther city editor of the Springfield Register was shot by Bancroft in his home after Bancroft shot at surveyors and forced them to withdraw. Bancroft, cornered by police, was killed by Capt Robbins with buckshot. Decoration Day plans follow as city mourns.
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Springfeld Register
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Brancroft
Springend
Telegraph
Sprinfield Journal
Rawlins
The Fenians Battle at Trout River Reported
May 28 dispatch from Trout River New York details a skirmish as Gen Starr with about 300 to 500 men clashes with British troops and Canadian militia. Fire is exchanged near a stockade rail fence. Starr orders a steady rear guard retreat after a brief stand. One killed one wounded and one missing in the Sixth regiment Col Thompson’s command are reported.
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New York
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Malone
Starr
Cincinnati
United States
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Canal proposal sparks talk of a Wisconsin canal link
New York on May 28 reports Governor Fairchild of Wisconsin addressed the Produce Exchange about a canal connecting the Mississippi River with Lake Michigan. The Exchange urged Congress to support the projected canal. Also noted is a Synod session revising its covenant denouncing atheism crime and endorsing Westminster standards. Obituary reports Mrs. Patty Randall mother of the Bishop of Colorado dying suddenly in Warren, Providence. Soldiers' monument dedication at Woonsocket marked by procession and an oration by Senator Thayer of Nebraska.
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Produce Exchange
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Lake Michigan
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Warren
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Harris Hall
Senator Thayer
Nebraska
Fenian recruitment lauded in San Francisco meeting
In San Francisco on May 28 the Fenian invasion of Canada sparked excitement among the Brotherhood. An O'Neill wing meeting enrolled several volunteers amid hints of a future push into British Columbia. An excursion of about 300 school teachers departed for New York.
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Canada
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British Columbia
New York
Red Cloud Speech at OmwanHa to President
Red Cloud speaks from Laramie with Maj. Gen. Smith present, urging the President to listen as a father to a child seeking truth. He recounts broken treaties, asks for mutual understanding, and invokes the Spirit to ensure honest talks and protection of his people. He rejects being called a murderer while asking for fair treatment and restitution.
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Red Groud
Laramie Veter
Gen. Smith
Global brief mentions Spain throne and cabinet rumors
May 28 reports from Manip and Paris discuss the Spanish Cortes debates over royal rank for Serrano and potential Prim resignation if refused. Paris hints at a cabinet shake and possible US-France postal treaty. Smallpox in St Pelagie prison. Rome censorship of telegraphic dispatches. papal church property dispute with Ottoman claims. Antonelli replies on infallibility proclamation.
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Antonelli
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Austria
Fires Destroy McCard and Wheatley Planing Mill
Inprnapouis May 28. McCard and Wheatley's planing mill was destroyed by fire this morning with estimated losses of 20 000 dollars on mill and lumber and 12 000 dollars covered by insurance. A bridge over White river near Richmond Indiana on the P C and St Louis line was burned last night and will be rebuilt immediately. The bridge was 550 feet long 80 feet high and cost 100 000 dollars. The fire is thought to be incendiary.
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Senate Debates Shipping Tariffs and Gulf Island Policy
Congressional notes from Washington detail Mr. Chandler urging domestic commerce growth, proposing annexations to gain tropical products, and opposing tariff remedies. Senate moves on DC election duties. House considers a pension bill for 1818 veterans and widows, then revises internal tax rates on stock sales and bonds.
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Gulf
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Massachusetts; and Opposed By Messrs
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Lil
Amendments revise liquor taxes and bank exemptions in state action
The article details tax amendments for agents and liquor dealers, wholesale rates, and a general exemption for savings banks with limits. It also covers distiller tax adjustments, a depository preference for national banks, and tavern exemptions. A separate note reports a shooting in Springfield involving Bancroft, who was killed by an officer after resisting arrest amid public unrest.
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