Death of Jay Gould Calmly Ends a Noted Career
New York reports Jay Gould died peacefully surrounded by family. Funeral services to be simple and held Monday at Irvington. Physicians cited possible pulmonary consumption after several lung hemorrhages. George and Helen Gould to decide funeral time.
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Gould’s Early Ventures and Rise in Railroads
The narrative traces Gould leaving his eeches, joining Squire Burnham’s crossroads store, and mapping Albans and Delaware counties with Pratt Gould. He later buys Pratt’s stake, sells tannery assets, moves to New York, marries Miss Miller, and accumulates wealth by controlling railroad stock and bonds, eventually serving as railroad president.
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Gould and the Erie scheme in the 1880s fame and fortune
The text recounts a young trader rising to a NYC broker, joining Smith Gould & Martin, and later using bold stock moves. It highlights Gould's unusual tactics in financing, collateral loans, and public perception, with references to Morosini and the Erie Railway era alongside Fisk and Drew in Jersey City.
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Biography of Jay Gould Born in Roxbury in 1836
Biographical notes recount Jay Gould's birth in Roxbury Delaware county on November 3 1836. His father John B Gould a farmer and later a storekeeper. The birthplace wooden structure remains a showplace of the community and Gould's early education was at Beechwood seminary. At age 16 he completed his schooling and an April 9 composition exists.
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Jay Gould and family rise in wealth and influence
The article outlines Jay Gould acquiring a controlling stake in Western Union and his sprawling fortune. It notes his quiet family life, small stature, and long residence at 579 Fifth Avenue. It highlights his son George J Gould as a rising business figure and details the Gould household at Irvington with its famed greenhouses and summer routines.
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German Emperor to loan gifts for Chicago world’s fair
The emperor of Germany will send a remarkable collection of presents received by three generations of rulers for display in Chicago next year. The shipment, entrusted to the Latin American department, includes jewels silverware and other items valued in the millions, with exhibition conditions yet to be announced.
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Daring Safe Blowing Near Chicago Police HQ
A seven safe burglary on the southwest corner of Washington and Dearborn streets netted about $10,000 in money and securities. The theft lasted several hours within a block of the detective headquarters at city hall as officers slept or discussed the day’s cases. Victims include Henry W. Martin & Co. Briar Hill Coal Co. Henry Birchter real estate, Sweety real estate, and a banker-attorney pair, with losses ranging from $500 to $4,000.
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Ker
Giant whale back steamship to launch at West Superior
The giant whale back steamship Christlus will be launched with ceremonies at West Superior Wisconsin on Saturday. It is billed as the largest boat on the lakes and will measure about 365 feet with a captain’s cabin on stilts. Built by American Steel and Barge Co. at West Superior, it promises to shuttle between the world’s fair grounds and nearby cities.
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Valley City School Board Meeting Sparks State Education Talk
In Valley City officials and state officers met in educational work with superintendents and legislators. The gathering discussed invites sent to Governor Burke and selection of Shortridge and the Kindred hotel, amid reports from Seven Men Reported Drowned. Also noted: a collision on a steep grade near San Francisco injuring men Dunley and McDowell.
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Lizzie Borden Indicted by Grand Jury
Lizzie Borden indicted on three counts for the murder of her father Andrew Borden by the grand jury. The development marks a major step in the high profile case as prosecutors prepare for trial.
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