McKinley’s Name It May Be More Than That
New details from the Walker affair show Governor McKinley endorses pager paper totaling about 100000 to 110000 dollars with experts predicting total liabilities near 110000. Arrangements are made to promptly pay all McKinley paper as Robert Walker resigns from two banks amid no depositors’ panic.
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Youngstown
Robert L. Walker
McKinley
Robert Walker
Farmers’ National Bank of Poland
Girard Savings Bank
McKinley Faces Finances After Property Declines
In Cuicanco Feb 22 H H Kohlsaar trustee candidate for McKinley outlines the governor and his wife face heavy debts. He notes $90,000 in liabilities and assets including farm land and $70,000 from Mrs McKinley, with a plan to sell assets and resume law practice to settle the obligations.
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Cuicano
H. H. Kohlsaar
Chicago Inter-Ocean
McKinley
Kohlsaar
Myron T. Merrick
Society of Savings
Cleveland
Wanton
Mr. McKinley
No Intention of Resigning Governor Denies Rumor
In Cleveland Governor Mey says there is no truth to reports he planned to resign due to financial reverses. He states flatly he has never indicated any intention to quit and denies fueling the rumor.
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Cleveland
Mey
Absconding Bank President Surrenders in New York
John C. Eno, former president of the Second National Bank, who fled to Canada in 1884, returned to New York on Monday and surrendered before a commissioner. He posted bail at 20,000 dollars and faces a misappropriation charge of 350,000 dollars.
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York
John C. Eno
Secondi Tional Bank
Canada
Launch of the Indiana Cruiser Delayed in Philadelphia
The Indiana cruiser launch at Cramp's Yard in Philadelphia has been postponed until Tuesday next. Secretary Tracy has the authority to choose who christens the vessel, rather than the president acting as a citizen.
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Indiana
Ashington
Cramp’s Y
Philadelphia
Tracy
Eluded the Officials OKA Minn Feb 22
Saturday jury officials were called to examine the scene and investigate a case as details remain unclear. The report notes delayed or incomplete information from OKA Minnesota authorities.
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Oka, Minn
Missing insane woman from Mound Prairie County
Mrs. Adolph Holph of Mound Prairie, described as insane, escaped before authorities arrived and has not yet been located.
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Adolph Holph
Mound Prairie
County
Trade official plans U S study to curb pauper immigration
London February 22 Mr Mundella president of the board of trade decides to send David Schioss and William Barnett to the United States to examine and report on stopping the immigration of pauper aliens.
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London
Mr. Mundella
Board of Trade
David Schioss
William Barnett
United States
Evansville Foundry Strike Threatens Big Orders
In Evansville Indiana a bitter quarrel pits the Evansville Foundry association and major local firms against about 300 moulders. After repeated employer-employee disputes and prior short strikes, the Manufacturers association urged arbitration but received no reply. Managers then locked out workers, who say they will win while the manufacturers claim otherwise.
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Evansville
Ind
Evansville Foundry Association
Indiana Stove Works
Kiechle, Brentano & Obendorfer
Kahn, Myerhoff & Co
Manufacturers Association
Moulders’ Union
Gresham Cautious on Senate Confirmation Fate
A Washington dispatch reports Judge Gresham would not quit his current post until Senate confirms him as secretary of state. Opponents from 1888 and last summer's Populist convention plan to block his confirmation next month. Many Democratic senators may oppose him in executive session over party affiliations in recent years.
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Patti
Washington
Dispatch
Gresham
Senate
Ong
Tess
Spd
Asis
Roach election praised by North Dakota leaders
Senator Hansbrough calls Roach a logical result of bitter GOP battles in North Dakota politics and says he will credit the state. Representative Johnson praises Roach as a good Democrat and expresses mixed feelings about the Republican party.
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Washington
Roach
Hansbrough
North Dakota
Johnson
Reading Decline Triggers Broad Slump in American Railways
In London on February 22, heavy selling orders from Reading holders after the Wall Street close pushed Readings down eight points and Northern Pacific two points. Other American railways fluctuated and fell about a point on average as a scare spread through New York.
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London
Reading
Wall Street
Chapel Court
New York
Northern Pacific
McClelland challenges world for a long distance race
Everett C. McClelland of Wheeling a world renowned long distance runner issues an open race challenge from 5 to 25 miles with stakes of 500 or 1000 dollars per side. He names Peter Priddy M J Kennedy and M J McCartney as preferred rivals and has posted a forfeit with Richard K Fox. He would also run a sweepstake race for 200 dollars per corner in Pittsburg or New York.
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Wheeling
W. Va
Everett C. McClelland
Peter Priddy
Pittsburg
M. J. Kennedy
Chicago
M. J. McCartney
Boston
Richard K. Fox
New York
May Choose Another Senator In Topeka Caucus
Republicans in Topeka Kansas plan to elect a new senator this week to counter a national Democratic pledge. Bailey J. Waggoner is the Republican candidate seeking the seat, with assurances from Democratic leaders that a stalwart will be seated over John W. Martin if Waggoner wins.
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Topexa
Kan
John W. Martin
Bailey J. Waggoner
Waggoner
Red Wing Spouter Fails to Deliver Water for Trains
A deep artesian well supplying the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway at Red Wing Minnesota appears to be giving out. Pressure has dropped recently prompting pumping by engine to fill water tanks. The 1400 foot well has long served the line and its fault remains unexplained.
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Minn
Chicago
Milwaukee and St. Paul
Solon's scheme for one term presidents and life senators at large
Wisconsin assembly proposes a constitutional amendment to abolish presidential re election Direct popular vote would elect presidents for one term and then appoint former presidents as United States senators at large for life with full pay and attendance optional The plan urges sending copies to Congress for action and seeks requisite support amid broader political maneuvering in Madison February 22.
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Madison, Wis
Deleglise
Assembly
United States
Senate
Secretary of State
Congress
Wisconsin
Morton Talks on Cabinet Chances and Policy
J Sterling Morton arrives in Chicago after meeting with President Cleveland in Lakewood. He confirms his appointment as secretary of agriculture and says he has no plans yet, opposes class legislation, and notes East may be pleased with recent cabinet choices. He praises Judge Gresham and notes Nebraska Senator Allen as a potential ally.
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ChicaGo
J. Sterling Morton
New York
Mr. Morton
Cleveland's Conveyance Letter on Inaugural Arrival
President-Elect Cleveland responds to Oliver Beaumont on the inaugural journey and supports adopting President Harrison's idea of riding in his carriage. The letter notes a proposal for an elegant turnout and references Oakwood New Jersey and the February timing.
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Washington
Oliver Beaumont
Committee On
Cleveland
Akewood
N. J
Oliver T. Beaumont
Harrison
Wiles Gudhyick
Sac
Eek
Unclear Note on Bond Issue and Cabinet Debate
Fragmentary report cites cabinet discussion on issuing bonds and gold policy with references to Secretary Foster and other officials. Text is garbled, but suggests debate over treasury actions and bond issuance amid gold concerns.
Congressional credentials filed for senators Lindsay and Paddock
The credentials of William Lindsay and a senator from Kentucky were on file. A consideration of appropriations in Kentucky was presented and placed on file, with references to Mr. Paddock and the House proceedings dated February 4.
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William Lindsay
Kentucky
Surgical Wound Graft Report Reveals Large Skin Graft
A historical medical note describes a patient with a nearly 300 unit wound requiring a skin graft. The procedure involved grafting from a donor area and the frog imagery indicates a fragmented description of the technique.
St. Louis to San Francisco Train Pouch Theft
A mail pouch on the St. Louis Keokuk and Northwestern railroad between St. Louis and Keokuk was found stolen at the depot. The value runs to several thousand dollars, with no clue available. A portrait fund for a Revolution-era figure is also noted, with Mr Hunt Huntington of New York underwriting the work.
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St. Louis
San Francisco
St. Louis, Keokuk and Northwestern Road
Washington
P H Pri
Huntingdon
New York
Huntin
Lydi
Railroad and Coal on Set at the General Meeting
Fragmentary text notes a 9:20 a.m. event involving railroad and coal topics at a general gathering. No clear names, places, or outcomes are readable.
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Ilroad
Coalon
Editorial warns Latin America on US influence and Hawaii annexation
A Mexican newspaper editorial repeats warnings against American control fearing expansion into Latin America. It cites Hawaii annexation as an example of US intentions and urges patriots to avoid Americans, and to resist selling mines rail concessions or other ventures.
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Hawaii
Latin America
Mexico
America
Conflicts Over Cuban Concession Stir Santo Domingo
Dispatch from Rodriguez Ariso in Havana reports great popular ex citement in Santo Domingo over a customs concession and land grant to an American syndicate. General Herrera is denounced as unrest grows amid fears of U S intervention. A Spanish warship departs Cuba to protect interests.
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Santo Domingo
Maprio
Rodriguez Ariso
Cuba
General Herreaux
United States
Hawaiian Affairs Telegram From Stevens Reports Quiet
In a telegram dated February 8 from Honolulu Secretary Stevens notes state affairs are calm and the protection of government is in place. Citizens show cautious support for annexation as the US flag earns strong native respect, while Captain Wiltse and the Boston crew receive praise. No mail delivery available and Queen’s envoy Paul Neuman has yet to meet Secretary Foster.
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Honolulu
Washington
Secretary of Navy
United States
Wiltse
Boston
Stevens
Paul Neuman
State Department
Foster
Neuman
Minnesota Railways Advance Sheets Report 1892 Earnings
Advance sheets from the Minnesota railway and warehouse commissioners show 1892 gross earnings up 7,457,276 dollars or over 20 percent, while operating expenses rose 2,869,293 dollars or over 14 percent. Net earnings increased 4,587,983 dollars or over 18 percent. dividends rose 235,459 dollars. Mileage grew 94.10 miles. Rail fatalities in 1892 totaled 120 with 800 injuries, including 14 passenger deaths and 84 injuries among others.
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St. Paul
Railway and Warehouse Commissioners
Minnesota
War Among the Natives Kills and Wounds in Cape Town Feud
Advices from Cape on the Liberian coast report feuds among natives at town on January 26 resulting in several deaths and about 200 wounded. Hostilities were yet unsettled as of February 22.
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Low Palmas
Cape
Ktown
Marshfield Brewery Goes Into Assignment in Wisconsin
The Marshfield City brewery in Wisconsin has assigned for the benefit of creditors with liabilities of 60000 dollars and assets estimated at 65000 dollars. The action shifts the burden to satisfy creditors and organize repayment.
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Marks
Wis
Marshfield City
Arkansas Cigarette Sale Ban Passes House in Strong Vote
The Arkansas House approved a bill prohibiting sale or gift of cigarettes with a misdemeanor penalty. Offenders face fines from 50 to 100 dollars.
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House
Arkansas
Chinese Government Plans Telegraph Extension to Kashgaria
Shanghai February 22 The Chinese government will dispatch an expedition soon to extend its telegraph system to Kashgaria as part of a broader communications program.
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Shanghai
Kashgaria
Wreck of West Shore Train Near Palmyra Kills Reported
Rochester dispatch reports Train No. 5 from New York wrecked at Palmyra with fatalities feared. The westbound train of two coaches two sleepers and a baggage car derailed with at least one sleeper on its side in a ditch. A messenger reached the city with word of the accident.
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Rochester
N. Y
West Shore
Palmyra
New York
Icebound Harbor Delays Ships Into New York
A mass of thick ice blocks New York Harbor as large vessels struggle to enter. Several ships drag anchors and tugs assist. The steamer Santuit arrives at the Hook with bow down and water filling. Violent weather, high seas, and cold conditions reported by incoming steamers.
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New York Harbor
New York
Santuitin
Hook
Train Collision Claimed Lives In Major Rails Crash
A collision between a train crew and other engines caused heavy damage. Observers say two engines and three coaches were involved with sleepers on board. Authorities investigating cause and exact death toll.
No Choice in Montana Result Sparks Correction
HELENA February 22 vote tally shows Mantle 31 Clark 25 Dixon 1 Couch 1 Hunt 1 with no clear choice indicated. Report notes the result as presented, reflecting a limited field and no decisive selection.
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Helena
Mon
Tor i
Mantle
Clark
Dixon
Couch
Hunt
Market Report From St Paul Yard Feb 22 1993
St Paul Union Stock Yards notes a price shift with OGS-10 down one quarter and bangs of prices at seven dollars fifty five cents.
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St. Paul Union Stock Yards
Pau
Grain market report from Minneapolis February 22 1893
Wheat futures and cash prices shown for May and July contracts with opening highs and lows noted. Prices include May at 68 cents and July around 705 or 692 cents with closing around 9? notations. Grade distinctions and regional grain types listed but details are partially garbled.
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Minneapolis
Minneapolais
Cattle and Sheep Market Report Notes Declines
Market brief shows weak cattle prices and softer hogs with some firming in mixed cattle. Prices listed include 7.9056 to 8.90 per unit for cattle while sheep inventory remains steady at around 19,000 head and 700 sheep on hand.
Fragmented 1800s Market Terms From Cuycaco
OCR reads as 180% opening wheat May July prices and pork May July figures with garbled notes. Mentions February March futures and odd cent values. Hard to extract full meaning due to corruption. appears to be a historical commodity price snippet with wheat pork and futures months.
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Cuycaco
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