Major McKinley Photographed as Victories Noted
Canton reports Major McKinley resting well after a day of visitors. Ex Confederates from Shenandohton area attended a photo session, while letters of congratulation from Senator Elkins Ex Governor Campbell and others poured in praising his expected White House tenure.
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Steve Elkins
Campbell
Babcock
KB. Elkins
West Virginia
James E. Campbell
Hamilton
Ohio
Jones
Great Horse Show At Madison Square Garden Draws 5400
New York reports 5400 attendees at Madison Square Garden for the Great Horse Show. Jupiter Mhuvins and attendants present amid fashion displays as minor arena accidents occur without lasting harm. A controversial actress is barred from riding astride as she concludes her appearances.
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New York
Jupiter Mhuvins
Radins
Slush
Jeter
Onch Oother
Madison Square Garden
Ring
Higher prices in view bolt makers meet in Pittsburg
Representatives of twenty two of twenty five bolt and auto manufacturers met in Pittsburg for two days to discuss conditions and future prospects. They adjourned without any price advance though rising raw material costs may push nut and bolt prices up later. A follow up meeting is planned in New York in about a month.
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Pittsburg
United States
New York
Reforms in Turkey Reported by Paris Minister
Paris November 13 M Hanotaux the foreign minister told the cabinet that the Turkish ambassador Zia Pasha had written confirming reforms promised by the sultan are being carried out. Telegrams from the porte warn military governors they will be held responsible for further bloodshed and to immediately take action.
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Paris
M. Hanotaux
Zia Pasha
Foreign Office
Porte
Ambassadors Signal Reforms in Turkey and Constantinople
The French ambassador M Hannetaux reported to the foreign office that Constantinople police would be reorganised and European powers would press for further reforms in Turkey. He noted changes in fiscal administration and other governance improvements.
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M. Hannetaux
Constantinople
M. Hanetaux
Turkey
Three Men Accused in Braddock Clothing Fraud
Samuel Miller of Philadelphia William Klein of Baltimore and Philip Clark of New York ran a skin game in Braddock and Homestead last month. They opened a clothing store in Braddock and obtained goods from eastern and Pittsburgh dealers through misrepresentation. Clark opened in Homestead and Miller and Klein diverted stock to him, issuing a note later secured by a sheriff sale. Fifteen informations allege fraud and conspiracy with $5 000 bail set for each for next Tuesday.
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Pittsburg
Samuel Miller
Philadelphia
William Klein
Baltimore
Philip Clark
New York
Braddock
Homestead
Eastern
Tvewts
Clark
Millerrand Klein
Miller
Klein
Wheels of Enterprise Chicago rochester business confidence grows
Rochester interviews with over fifty leading business men report restored confidence and expectations of more work and better times. In Lyons capital to build a flouring mill and glove factory, while Ovid mills run full time and Waterloo woolen works reopen after five months. Piano organ factory resumes, wagon factory to start, Leroy salt works and malt houses operate full time.
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Rochester
N. Y
Lyons
Ovid
Waterloo
Waterloo Woolen Works
Leroy
Leroy Salt Works
Bet Heavily on Bryan Ends in Tragic Death
William Stanger, who lost heavily on Bryan and silver, cut his throat at the Schneider hotel in Corry and later drowned in a pond near the radiator works. He took a knife from the supper table and, after a failed attempt to hide his deed, walked ten blocks to the pond to end his life.
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le, Pa
William Stanger
Hla Fromm
Schneider
Corry
Bryan
Returns Still Missing in Pennsylvania State Totals
In Harrisburg on November 12 the dection returns of several counties remain missing at the state department. Chief Clerk Viennhart complains of disregard for instructions in using nine punch cards. Some counties show free silver and People's party electors included in Democratic elector totals.
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Tlarrisburg
State Department
Viennhart
People’s Party
Medal of Honor Awarded for Civil War Battle Heroism
Washington grants the Medal of Honor to James My Rutter a sergeant of Company F 140th Pennsylvania Infantry for gallant conduct at IIvesburg. He repeatedly risked his life to aid a wounded comrade and helped transport him to safety ensuring his recovery. Rutter resides at Wilkes-Barre.
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Washington
James My Rutter
Iivsburg
IMG
Rutter
Wilkes-Barre
Striking miners clash with Austrians in Leadville
A dawn clash in Leadville left one man dead and four injured, one critically. Miners, misidentifying Austrian workers as non union, attacked a group at a local saloon while some escaping injuries.
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Leadville
Col
Atlantic Arrivals and Departures Reported in New York
Steamships arrive and depart with consignments from Liverpool, Queenstown, and Copenhagen. Vessels named include Majestic and Island plus several outbound calls to Azettin, Cherbourg, Naples, Amsterdam, and Rotterdam.
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Majestic
Liverpool
Queenstown
Azettin
Copenhagen
Karlsruhe
Bremerhaven
Havel
Augusta Victoria
Cherbourg
Manitoba
London
Warra
Naples
Adam
Armsterda
Amsterdam
Hotterdam
Salle
Massachusetts
Londo
Fagin Fined After Egg Throw At Treasury Secretary Curliss
James Fagin was fined 20 dollars and costs for throwing a lighted cigar at Secretary Curliss during the gold Democratic meeting in Covington. The gathering earlier that month saw eggs hurled onto the stage as Curliss spoke.
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Covington, Wiw
James Fagin
Weyler Captures Rubl Heights After Six Hour Defense
Madrid dispatch reports Captain Weyler seized the Rubl Heights on November 10 after Cuban forces led by Maceo defended them for six hours. Insurgent losses are described as heavy while Spanish losses are said to be small.
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Madrid
Huvand
Weyler
Rubl Heights
Maceo
Treasury Gold Reserve Rises to 12.10 Million Dollars
Washington reports the treasury gold reserve closing at 12,101,089 dollars a net gain of 22,060. Withdrawals in New York are noted for the Ell 4th with unclear details in the interim update.
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Washington
Treasury
New Yor
Frankfort Elector Smith to Cast Democratic Vote
In Frankfort Kentucky on November 12 the official returns show W B K Smith as the first Democratic elector ready to cast a vote in the electoral college. The remaining twelve electors are pledged Republicans.
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Frankfort
W. BK. Smith
England and Venezuela Move Toward Restored Ties
London reports rumors that Britain and Venezuela may resume diplomatic relations. The Daily News will publish tomorrow noting potential steps toward reestablishing formal ties between the two nations.
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England
Venezuela
London
The
Daily News
Great Britain
King Oscar May Not Be Arbitrator
A Foreign Office official said King Oscar of Sweden and Norway is unlikely to sit on the Venezuelan arbitration tribunal. It is noted that he would be represented by a fifth jurist. Barrister G F Wheeler suggested eminent jurists like Sir W R Anson or Lord Davey might be chosen, though Davey may decline.
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Foreign Office
Oscar
Sweden
Norway
United States
Britain
St. James's Gazette
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Guiana
New World
Europe
G. F. Wheeler
Privy Council
Great Britain
Ashion
W. R. Anson
All Soul's College
Oxford
Lord Davey
Miss Annie Howard Weds Walter Parrott in London
Walter Parrott of Parrott Brothers stock brokers married Miss Annie Howard, daughter of the late Charles T. Howard known as the Lottery King of New Orleans. The ceremony occurred at St James's Parish church Paddington with reception at Gloucester Terrace. Honeymoon planned in England. Miss Howard funded the Howard Memorial Library and Confederate Memorial Hall in New Orleans.
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London
Walter Parrott
Parrott
St. James's Parish
Paddington
Walter Abbott
Annie Howard
Charles T. Howard
New Orleans
Careter Garrison
Chicagyu
Mr. Parrott
George Parrott
Cavendish Squate
Gloucester Terrace
Hyde Park
England
Miss Howard
Howard Memorial
Confederate Memorial
Egypt
Methodist Missionary Committee Sets Yearly Apportionments
Detroit Nov 1 The general missionary committee of the Methodist Church approves a $40,000 salary and officer allowances. Expenses rise to $100,000 with a $981,000 missionary balance. Home 45 percent and foreign 55 percent allocations stay, foreign aid boosted to China regions including Pan Chow and Central North West China. A platform meeting followed at Central Methodist Episcopal Church.
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Detroit
Mich
General Missionary Committee
Methodist Malacopal Church
China
Pan Chow
Central China
North China
West China
Central Methodist Episcopal Church
Boyne's Manifest Secures British Steamer Relief
Acting Secretary Hamlin remits a fine on the British steamer Boyne for lacking a proper manifest after Smyrna loading. Turks threatened Armenian passengers. Admiral Selfridge pledged protection from force but advised swift departure. A complete manifest was later sent from Smyrna to the New York customs.
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Washington
Hamlin
Son
Boyne
Smyrna
United States
Minneapolis
Selfridge
New York Custom House
Harrison Would Not Accept Cabinet Post Says Miller
Ex Attorney General Miller of Indianapolis says Harrison would not join McKinley’s cabinet. Miller, in St Louis for legal business, cites private conversations with Harrison and other statements confirming the ex president would decline any portfolio.
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St. Louis
W. H. H. Miller
Indianapolis
Harrison
McKinley
Bismarck Attacks Caprivi Administration Persistently
Berlin report on November 12 states Prince Bismarck continues his harsh attacks on the Caprivi administration, reflecting ongoing political clash as he voices criticism of the successor’s government.
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Caprivi
Berlin
Prince Bismarck
Count
Caprivi Questions on Russo German Treaty Wires
Ex chancellor Caprivi writes in the Hamburger Nachichten and argues Germany should consider why Caprivi in 18 cut the wires to Russia. He says the key issue now is whether a strong neighbor like Russia aligns with Germany or its foes in Europe.
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Hamburger-Nachrichten
Reichstag
Germany
Russia
Hussia
Europe
Tin plate manufacturers seek higher tariff in conference
Pittsburgh reports a conference of tin plate makers discussing reorganization of the association and the push for a tariff increase. They argue a one half cent rise on the current one cent per pound rate and plan to present the case to Congress Ways and Means.
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Pittsburg
IMO
Ways and Means Committee of Congress
Farmers' Congress hears Harrison and wool memorial
The Farmers National Congress in Indianapolis on November 12 featured General Harrison’s address and the adoption of a memorial to Congress. Debates focused on wool duties, the Dingley bill, and protective tariffs affecting farmers and manufacturers.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Farmers’ National Congress
Harrison
Congress
M. Hugg
Ohio
National Wool Growers Association
Lawrence
Obhio
Hoge
Hogg
Michael breaks mile record in bleyele circles feat
New Orleans Navy reports 1.-humere Michael as hero after a late afternoon attempt at a world mile record. He was paced by Ote Séextuplet with two quads and two tripe lets, cutting eight seconds off the previous ten mile mark set by Tom Linton of England. Johnson will attempt Seville reson tomorrow.
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New Orleans
Navy
Humere
Michael
Ote Séextuplet
Tom Linton
England
Tin TA Tire
Johnson
Seville
McKinley Elected Honorary Member of Union League Club
New York on November 12 1896 President elect William McKinley was unanimously elected an honorary member of the Union League Club tonight The club also voted to host a reception for McKinley and Hobart at a convenient time to suit the gentlemen
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Canton
N. B. Scott
West Virginia
New York
National Committee
Virginia
Tennessee
Scott
Major McKinley
McKinley
Valley of the
William McKinley
United States
Union League
Union League Club
Messrs. McKinley
Hobart
Post Office Robbed at Deshore in Burglary
Wilkes-Barre Pan Nov 12 The post office at Deshore was entered by burglars last night. The safe was blown open and robbed of in cash and stamps. There is no clue to the perpetrators of the deed.
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Wilkes-Barre
Pan
Deshore
McKinley's Letters and Spanish War Talk Highlight Morning Desk
The morning issue notes showers and cooler weather with McKinley era congratulatory letters and distant talk of war with Spain. Salisbury endorses the Monroe Doctrine as coverage touches on labor, Gulf construction, and local session updates.
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McKinley
Spain
Salisbury
Spain Not in a Fighting Mood Amid Possible U S Tensions
Madrid reports a semi official denial that Spain’s premier Canovas discussed seeking powers support against the United States. The memo would have tested neutrality laws during Cleveland’s election, but was withheld with no offense intended. War prospects are considered remote and Spain stayed neutral.
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Madrid
Washington
United States
Spain
Senor Canovas del Castillo
America
Cleveland
Taylor
Whiskey Trust Ruling Upholds Rebate Compact
Judge Showalter in federal court upholds the Whisky company rebate compact finding it legal and not restricting buyer choice. The decision sustains the understanding that if buyers take goods from American Spirits and wish to use nephytes they must not deal elsewhere. The ruling is described as highly significant to trade methods of the Sugar Trust and other corporations.
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Chicago
Showalter
Whisky
American Spirits Company
Alncest
Sugar Trust
Disaster Averted as Train Stopped Near Chester Bridge
Chester Pa Nov 1 Charles Coppeeck averted tragedy when a northbound Pennslyvania express halted just before a trestle over Chester Creek. Three horses bolted onto the tracks from a pasture at Claremont two were driven back but one mare Mage die May became entangled on the bridge delaying travel until planks and ropes freed her.
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Chester
Charles Coppeeck
Pennsylvania Railroad
Chester Creek
Willington
Dainger Velot
Coppeck
Cliymont
Mage Die May
Infoal
Saladin
Local Sheriff Sale In Berks County Sees Horse Sold
A horse was sold for cleents at a sheriff sale in Berks county. Sheriff T. Schwerger of Allentown recently waved a hand organ on the streets after a bet on Bryan. Governor Hastings has supervised William Hoover, serving a larceny sentence in York county. Free Silverites at Shamokin urged support for Bryan and toasted the candidate. A cow accident near Shamokin left Dominick Madrina injured in a cave collapse. Mrs. Timothy State led an election procession through Kunston streets. A colored Walter at the Colonial hotel in York was arrested for theft. goods worth 1000 dollars found in his house. East Stroudsburg residents Walter Haney and William Learn were bound over for fights with Smithfield youths over pretty girls.
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Timothy State
Wheeling
Robberies and Frauds Report in Early New York Notes
Telegraph reports thieves robbed Harry Gate’s safe near a telegraph station in New York City and seized a gun. Fort Scott resident Hishop Johnson faces pension fraud conviction and prison. Illiza Jeffries of the steamship Yume injures an engineer with a hatchet. An $11 conscience contribution arrives at the Treasury from Danville. A Brooklyn police station transfer follows the sinking of Cell Saurs. Ex Secretary Foster’s friends invest $10,000 in Colorado mining interests.
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Harry Gate
New York City
Hishop Johnson, Coloral
Fort Swatt
Kaw
Iliza Jeffries
New York
Hardor
Danville
Treasury Department
Weather Report From Middle States Forecast
New York on Nov 15 reports generally fair conditions with colder air and fresh northwest to north winds. Early morning coastal clouds may bring light rain, followed by much lower temperatures likely reaching freezing in northern districts. Saturday brings colder clearing weather and fresh northerly to westerly winds.
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New York
Middle States
Finley's Linen Bargains Cut Stock In Special Sale
Finley’s advertises a weekly stock-reduction sale offering all linen items at reduced prices. Damask towels, Huck towels, heavy Damask towels, and napkins are listed with low per dozen or per yard rates, plus new Huck and Damask lines and table linen sets. The spot emphasizes best value and custom table settings.
Crocheted Quilts and Bath Linens Sale Highlights
The listing promotes crochet quilts with large size hems and a drive to offer bath blankets and towels including the Bismarck. Prices range from 0c to $10.00 each, featuring a full line of bath textiles.
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Bismarck
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