Lexow Inquiry Shakes New York Police Ranks
The Lexow investigative committee exposes massive police corruption including protection money from saloons and disorderly houses. It estimates annual police income near 15 million dollars from salaries, bribes, and illicit sources amid a citywide probe.
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Fatal collapse of terra cotta cornice in Philadelphia
A heavy terra cotta cornice toppled from a third story in Philadelphia causing injuries. The incident involves Plewe of Trren Cotta Deeps from Ino Lof y Prch with Fatal Repute. Authorities investigate the accidental building failure.
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Ino Lof Y Prch
Philapenphia
Coxeyites Try To Seize Trains In Coxeyland Action
Coxeyites from Coxeyland attempt to seize an engine near JulesaenG Col but fail when a switch opens. Deputies escort the Union Pacific train through Danver while Denver authorities consolidate marshals. Movement of Coxey navy continues from Denver to Tolenborg on the Platte with limited rations.
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Atete
United States
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Washington
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Ont Mongan
Jonah
Denver
Tolenborg
Platte
Quintuple Tragedy in North Carolina Campground
A Bavarian immigrant, John Kauffman, 50, killed his wife Rosina and their three children aged 1 and 5, then hanged himself in a residence at Cramer Hill near Trenton. Neighbors found the shutters closed and, after investigation, authorities discovered the five bodies with evident signs of foul play and suicide. The family had recently moved to the area and the husband was reportedly in destitute circumstances.
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Cramer Hill
Trenton
Cy Joe
Kanfuma Oan
Tha Hneland
Doctor Sees Phelps Near Death As Midnight Calls Loom
Exatewoon New Jersey June 14 doctor Carrie expects to be summoned to the bedside of Mr William Walter W Phelps at midnight The physician says the patient was kept alive this morning only by powerful stimulants and does not believe Mr Phelps can survive past 6 o clock tomorrow morning.
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William Walter W. Phelps
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Reading convention of druggists and varied local news
The Binte association holds a convention in Reading with 26 druggists present. A cow injures Jesse Winyer of Kutztown. Funds are raised for the poor, and milk prices fall in Birdsboro. A Lancaster jury acquits John Alexander accused of illegal practice. Edward Bronwell dies after a fall near a Lebanon forge. Moravian College awards nine bachelor degrees and eight theologians graduate at Lehigh. Lehigh Valley striker Howant Stansbury is jailed for two months. Flood aftermath notes 200 million feet of logs, 35.4 million to be hauled back to Williamsport port for disposal.
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Jesse Winyer
Kutztown
Hehuylkill County
Birdsboro
John Alexander
Lancaster
Easton
Lebanon
Edward Bronwell
Moravian College
Rothlehein
Ees
Cara
Williaimaport
Outlook grim as miners split over settlement terms
Reports from multiple states describe growing division among miners and pressure on national officers. Workers threaten resistance as operators study concessions, while union leaders push a Columbus convention to oppose the agreement.
Wiman's Account Describes Financial Trap in Court
In a New York courtroom on June 14, Wiman recounted being drawn into a scheme by friend Macfarland. He testified that he was urged to transfer all property to Dan and to write a letter to Dun, amid business reversals and checks irregularities, fearing a trap.
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Mr. Dan
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Fragmentary Civil Dispute Speech Pieces From 19th Century Trial
Excerpt shows a tense communication between partners and trustees. References to Mr. McFarland Don Aly and David Bennett King imply property transfers and obligations under a binding agreement. The dialogue includes questions about flight and alleged crime as General Tracy questions the speaker.
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Putano
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Ontario man shoots ex-city clerk in Burrito saloon
George A. Bartholomew of Victoria Ontario shot ex-City Clerk William E. Dolany at the Golf Colt saloon. Dolany died at a hospital minutes later. Two women and a man were present. Bartholomew surrendered to police refusing to explain. The other woman’s identity was expected to be released in the morning.
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Victoria
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William E. Dolany
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Delany
Mystery man in blue suit runs Order of Unity lodge
A stranger with an English accent posed as an organizer for the Order of Unity, forming a lodge in Bath Borough area. James Walker, acting as deputy, traveled to Bangor to recruit, but residents exposed him as an impostor and he was arrested for obtaining money under false pretenses, ending his Bangor venture.
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Levy Sigufuse
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Scranton
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Iron Mountain
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Philadelphia
Frank Il. Horn
Lord Coleridge Dead at 70 A Storied Career
The article notes the death of Lord Coleridge born 1821, eldest son of Sir John Taylor Coleridge. Educated at Eton and Balliol College Oxford he joined the bar in 1846. He served as recorder of Portsmouth, queen's counsel, solicitor general in Gladstone's first government, attorney general, chief justice of the court of common pleas, and lord chief justice of England, dying after a long public service.
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Sir John Taylor Coleridge
Eton
Balliolcollows
Oxford
Portsmouth
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Roving Dignitaries and Legal Tangles Reported Abroad
Reports from across Europe and related theaters note the Khedive canceling a proposed European tour but planning a visit to the Ottoman Sultan. Russian officials react to a costly military uniform law, and Paraguay may see General Equequida resume the presidency without an election. The Czarewitch departs St Petersburg for England to visit Princess Alis of Husse. In domestic legal theater Judge Payne denies a continuance for Prendergast’s murder case and schedules an insanity trial. Italy’s cabinet reorders finance and hayndry posts as Boselli and Damiani take new roles. A 17 year old anarchist Gaeton Richard is sentenced to 23 years for fatally stabbing a cafe keeper near Paris.
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Sawmill accident kills two in Maine and arrests follow
In fede Maine James Logue and son Aaron die when a sawmill engine bursts. Charges allege Henry Logue’s parents from Carthage Illinois starved their son. Embezzlement claims target EB A Greve ex clerk of the Fourth National Bank of St Louis. A mangled railroad victim and a street confrontation are noted with several names.
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Aaron
Henry
John Letiler
Carthage
Warner
EB. A. Greve
Fourth National Bank of
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Albert Kirchgesser
St Louis
Visitation of Eastern bankers highlights Scranton event
The Scranton Clearing House hosts financiers from eastern Pennsylvania for the annual banquet at the Westminster with briefings on the national banking system and local trust groups. Attendees include J. W. Thompson and Charles Highly among many bank executives, with remarks on Scranton’s growth and future cooperation.
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Pennsylvania
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Scranton Clearing House Association
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National Bank of Chester Valley
Contonville
Charles (. Highly
National Bank of Melvin
Charles H. Dangler
United States National Bank Examiner
Pottsville
H. * Anderson
Livkawionk Trust and Safe Deposit Company
City
Alfred Hand
Third National Bank
George Shannon
Turd National Bank
Norristown
Charles DuPont Breck
Dime Deposit and Discount Bank
Janina A
Sintington
William L. Gorgas
Harrisburg
Frank M. Horn
Catnugingan
John J. Gwinnen
Euston
Wiliam Hackett
Easton
George H .Helttich
Asuland
M. K. Watkins
Mt. Carmel
A. B Williams
Robert E Might
Allentown National Bank
B W. Mulligan
Second National Bank
Wilkes-Barre
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Weat Side Bank
KR. T. Binck
Lankawanna Trust and Safe Deposit Company
P.M. Carbutt
Ket National Bank
James Archbald
W. Ganster
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Gall Amith
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E. J. Lynett
James O'Connor
B. J. Mooney
P. Duffy
A.T. Raynsford
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Tradere’ National Bank
Theodore Strong
Pittston
J. Williama
Pennsultania
Tragic Comedian Posts Dramatic Archbald Shooting
Walter Benn a Wonderland stock player in Archbald attempted to shoot his wife Miss Grace Contoit and shot Miss Ethel Fuller during a tense confrontation at the Mansion House. Benn fired five shots, four lodging in walls, one striking Fuller beneath the shoulder blade. Miss Contoit fled. Benn was restrained by hotel owner Mr Cuffray and Mr Motlvin until Dr Van Doren treated Fuller. Benn is jailed awaiting further action.
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Foreman James Freeman Dies After Iron Bar Accident
At Mosee Yurine hospital James Freeman died from injuries after an iron bar slipped from a coworker’s hands while at work Wednesday afternoon. Freeman, 43, of West Side, worked at Delaware Lackawanna and Western machine shops and was a member of Hyde Park Father Mathew society and St. Leo's battalion.
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Hyde Park
Father Mathew Society
St. Leo's Battalion
Cavalry Reunion Of Ninth Pennsylvania Held In Harrisburg
Almost 200 survivors gathered for the Ninth Pennsylvania Cavalry reunion in Harrisburg. Officers elected included President George A. Sinman of Landisburg, Secretary A. F. Stenk of Lancaster, and Treasurer Frank B. Kinneard of Harrisburg. Next gathering planned for Lykene.
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George A. Sinman
Landisburg
A. F. Stenk
Latenster
Frank B. Kinneard
Harrisburg
Lykene
Washington Gossip Amid Forthcoming Recess and Appointments
Rumors suggest Congress may adjourn around August 15 as Assistant Secretary McAdoo spoke to Naval War College graduates. The Senate backs a bill increasing Joe W. Fisher’s pension to $2.0 monthly and discusses broader tax exemptions for benevolent groups. The president appoints John B. Gorman to Mata Moras and John Miller to Port Stanley.
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Newport
R.L
Naval War College
Chicago University
Olaus Dani
Yale
State Department
Kizeminaki
Allentown
Senate
Joe W. Fisher
Wath
Pennsylvania
John B. Gorman
Georgia
Matamoras
Mex
John Miller
Kentucky
Port Stanley
Falidand Islands
Weather forecast for PennsylvaniaThursday
Weather forecast for Thursday covers Eastern and Western Pennsylvania. Eastern areas expect fair skies and warmer temperatures with southeast to south winds. Western regions anticipate generally fair conditions with a warmer trend on the lakes and south winds.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Finleys June Linen Sale Promotes Housekeeping Linens
An advertisement notes ongoing activity at Finleys June Linen Sale with a playful challenge to assess value. It promises quality linens and invites customers to judge worth themselves after inspection.
Linen Damask Goods Headline
Listing of linen damask fabrics with numerous widths and prices in bleached and cream varieties. Mentions John Brown's of Belfast as a supplier option.
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Brown
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