Barrel of Gold Disappears Between New York and Paris
French police probe a remarkable theft of gold from the steamship La Touraine en route from New York to Havre. Forty casks valued at about 2,000,000 dollars were aboard. only thirty-nine reached Havre. Investigators consider a concealed thief or thieves aboard the train, with one cask later discarded during transit toward Paris. The incident stirs gold shipments in New York as authorities seek answers.
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la Touraine
Saatelli
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Hently
Paris
New Fork
Banditry Reign Sparks Vigilante Push at Cripple Creek
After a wild strike backlash at Cripple Creek a gang of 10 to 15 mounted thieves robs ranches in the countryside seizing cattle poultry and more They boasted Victor residents could not stop them Sheriff Bowers plans warrants and arrests while a posse of county sheriffs prepares to pursue the gang Dr Wiley Collins defied them with a tin offer showing local courage and fear.
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Heowme
Col
Daly
Aan
Bowers
Victor
Wiley Collins
Cang
Erie
Church drama sparks walkout during sermon at Portland
The church service centered on the play In Society staged last week by Mrs Potter and Kyrie Bellew. Pastor Rev. Dr. Wallace condemned the production and harshly criticized the principals personal lives, prompting Potter and Bellew to leave the church. Reports from Senator Voorhees say he is improving after restful night while Senator West continues to suffer a fever at the tail conference meeting.
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Kyrie Beltew
Portland
Ove
Dr. Wallace
Nationwide militia plan would enroll all able bodied men
A bill drafted by General Curtis of New York proposes a national militia to include every male citizen aged 18 to 45, forming the states and union reserve. Congress would authorize calls by the president, with governors supplying forces, and a $400,000 annual appropriation for equipment, encampments, and logistics under the War Department.
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New York
House Committee On Militia
United States
Rliitls
Ordigante
Secretary of War
Hawaiian royalist mission to Washington for Queen Liliuokalani
In July 6 dispatches from Primpton Pennsylvania report Hon John A Cummings Samuel Parker and Judge Weiderman leading a royalist mission to Washington. They aim to restore Queen Liliuokalani after a republic was proclaimed on July 4 and a new constitution adopted. They insist the queen represents the legitimate government and hope President Cleveland will restore her.
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John A. Cummings
Samuel Parker
Judge Weiderman
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Liliuokal
J Weiderman
Hewsilan
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Cleveland
Olney Denies Dismissing Railroad Trust Suits
United States District Attorney Dennis reports that Attorney General Olney has not ordered dismissal of the federal suits against the Southern Pacific and about thirty five railroads. Dennis says the action would be improper without authorization and remains eager to press the petition in equity alleging unlawful restraint of trade.
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Los Axcunes
Cal
United States
Denais
Washington Dispatch
Olney
Dennis
Southern Pacific
Anit East
Michigan Republicans Convention Opens Amid Rhetoric and J Blaine Praise
Michigan Republicans gather for state convention with W F Hates as secretary and A W Smith as temporary secretary. Speakers include Mayor Fisher, Colgiere, and praise for James G Blaine. Deliberations proceed with nominations deferred as committees report.
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Mich
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Eeore
Phillip T. Sales
Colgiere
Jumé G. Blaine
A. W. Smith
Adrain
Repulican
Largest Chinese battleship sunk in China Japan clash
News from Suascaat reports a fierce battle between Chinese and Japanese fleets. The Chinese flagship Chen-Yuen, the largest battleship in their service, was sunk with heavy casualties. Two German officers aboard reportedly died with the crew. Chinese losses included many killed or drowned. few survivors said to remain. The Chinese ships Ting-tun and Ying-puen mentioned as sisters in the fleet.
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China
Japan
Chen- Yuen
Chen-Yuen
Whitehead Spedres
Chen-Yueo
Stattin Works
Disturbances Grow Over Missionaries in China
Reports from Hong Kong describe unrest across northern and southern China as anti mission actions escalate. A June 20 attack at Shek Lung near Tung Kun demolished an American Presbyterian church with a death among the wounded. Catholic churches faced guarded protection while Protestant losses were heavier. Telegraph services also refuse to carry war news between China and Japan, halting lines north of Shanghai and cutting off Tianjin and Peiping.
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San Fracisco
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Bing Yin
Yang Tse Kiang
Shek Lung
Tung Kun
Pearl River
Kiang-Yin
New York
Western Union Telegraph Company
Shanghai
Japan
Shamghat
Tien-Tsin
Pelein
The Hot Winds in Iowa Hit Corn Crop Hard
The Iowa crop bulletin reports a week of extreme heat with daily averages 7 degrees above normal and highs of 100 to 107. Winds at 20 mph worsened vegetation damage, especially in central and southern districts, with light showers offering brief relief. overall corn yields and fodder are severely reduced.
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Ds Mores
Iowa
Contests Likely In House Over Seats In Kansas And North Carolina
Watersaron July 31 reports two contested elections likely to occupy the house this week. Contests concern seats for the Second Kansas and North Carolina districts. Moore, Democratic claimant for Funston’s seat, favored by the elections committee after long debate, may be brought up Wednesday. Jones of Virginia to present the case. Ford Theater disaster notes that 26 pension clerks have been moved to a renovated building after the June 8 1993 collapse. Cesario assassinated Carnot relatives found to have died in asylums. President signs appropriation for legislative, executive, and judicial needs.
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Watersaron
House
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Moore
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Ford
Ford Theater
Pension Division
War Department
Pullman Militia Dropped to Three Companies by Mayor
At Carcase July 1 Mayor Hopkins wired Governor Altgeld seeking recall of eight companies of the First regiment from Pullman. Three companies are kept at Pullman, one on Illinois Central trucks, and the Second regiment remains on standby. A sentry at George Pullman’s factory received a warning letter demanding return to duty or forfeiture of wages, prompting distress among troops fearing loss of pay and home support.
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Carcase
Hopkins
Altgeld
Luis
Illinois Central
East Hammond
Aueyor
Fuul Mining
George Pullman
Tie
Habeas corpus sought to free McWilliams in district court
Proceedings filed in district court this afternoon to release John I Williams from the city prison on habeas corpus grounds. Attorneys A H L Vance M C Campbell and RB Welch represent McWilliams with City Attorney Filiotson opposing. Summons served to bring McWilliams before the court forthwith. Judge Hazen to hear the matter in chambers.
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HL Vance
M. C Campbell
RB. Welch
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Filiotson
Polias
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Lindsey
Tom Woodruff
Hazen
Chambers
May Enjoin Them To Cholera Fund Grabbers by Injunction
The executive council may rescind its action on a $14,000 cholera fund allocation and the board of health faces scrutiny over $8,000 remaining. Records show prior disbursements lacked itemized vouchers and drew funds by ordinary checks, prompting calls for compliance and potential reconsideration. Governor Lewelling and State Treasurer Biddle back the record. a special session may be sought to revisit the action.
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New York
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AL Dykes
Thos. Kirk Jr
E Swartz
L. M. Powell
Biddle
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Executive Council
Lewelling
Cholera Epidemic Report From Marseilles Urges Precautions
The Spanish consul at Marseilles wires that cholera is epidemic there with daily deaths rising and authorities concealing the true situation. The government orders strict precautions at Spanish ports on the frontier. Medical commissions will be sent to Marseilles to report facts. The governor of Ward en forbids the Oxenstochau pilgrimage due to cholera prevalence.
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Oxenstochau
Packers Pay Reduced In Armour Ham Dept Strike Threat
Wages for Armour packing house ham department workers were cut by 15 cents daily. Workers sought reversal but were refused, with hints of possible strike. Also reports of job applications by former Chicago and Grand Trunk railway workers denied by officials.
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Ham
Armour
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Heavy Rains Reported Across Central Kansas Plains
Heavy rain and fog moved through central Kansas today from Hutchinson to Larned with forecasts of heavier falls east toward Emporia. Officials in Rock Island offices reported no significant damage along the northern and southwestern road routes as showers lingered into the afternoon.
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Cansus
Senate Yielding in Conference on Bill Agreement Hopes
July 11 reports from Washington that conference leaders expect an agreement this week with both sides signaling flexibility. Governors and committee members push for a bill without concessions, while House and Senate negotiators remain hopeful that a workable arrangement will emerge, despite lingering distrust and procedural hurdles.
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Ashinton
Deel Conferrees
Willen
Springer Anys
Huwse
House Conferres
Senate
Gambling raids planned in Owensboro by mayor order
Owensboro Kentucky May 3 news states Mayor Hickman announces intent to crack down on gambling. Police consulted and raids to begin immediately targeting illegal gambling operations. City officials say the action is to end the problem for good.
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Owensponn
Hickman
Stethy
Buildings Go Down and Rail Conspiracy Cases
Fragmented OCR text reports multiple events. Brick buildings on Elimstreet collapsed at 10:80 with several buried or missing. Fire department responded. investigation continues. Five railroad workers from Breckinridge appeared in U.S. district court under Williaam Al ity for conspiracy involving the U.S. mails. Weather notes include 201 high and 77 current with showers predicted. Atlanta convention scene mentions G Black and Tom Watyu in a split vote for leadership. New York notes predict around 2000 value shipments on Thursday’s steamer.
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United States District Court
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Fergus Falla
States Court
United States
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