Charleston voters weigh party lines and reform
A lengthy Charleston news page reports on political maneuvering around woman suffrage, labor reforms, and state legislation. It notes debates in the senate, remarks by Mrs Packard and Senator Sorter, and anticipated amendments affecting emancipation measures, labor laws, and voting rights, with arrivals and new publications peppering the coverage.
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Uuawerus
Jascary
Cobul
Felliwe
Daweri
Wenry Wayterer
Charleston
USA
Avila Ecistiog
Leodh
Mewewer
Hose
Ceeoem
Chloe Cammty
Danny
Couther
Cokeani
Ientimnay
Uaio
Senate
Packard
Ohio
Sort Leange
Gel Kemple
Death and assault at Cooper Hospital in January incident
A January 20 report from Canes NJ details Annie Elephart dying after a violent assault in the Cooper Hospital ward. A man attacked her in the hall, choking her with a towel and binding wrists with cord before stabbing and fleeing. The piece also notes a northwest storm affecting states from Oklahoma to Iowa and various local happenings and court business.
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Cooper
Cannes
Annie Eieephart
Comper
Trix” Moening
Raale
Almr
Bismarck Denounces Imperial Plans Amid Africa Debate
In Berlin the Reichstag discussed colonization of the Pacific and East Africa. Prince Bismarck urged loyalty with England and denied plans against Zanzibar, stressing Germany must retain acquired coast territory and not rush imperial gains. He warned against delay and warned future regret.
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Reichstag
Bismarck
East Africa
England
Zanzibar
Samana
Africa
Bamberger
Tesh
Therin
Empire
Samoa Crisis Again Draws Split Cabinet War Talk
January 26 dispatch discusses Whitey and Dickinson pushing for aggressive Samoa policy, Bayard’s cautious stance, and division in the cabinet over possible U S action. A New York Tribune letter cautions that Germany’s Samoan moves target Pacific colonization, with Britain’s interests in Asia shaping responses.
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Rogland
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Samoa
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Harmoniona
James Whitney
Jnil Dickinson
Simon
Samox
United States
Lucas
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Moeare
Whitney
Fairchild
Emligott
Jarland
Vilas Isaman
Eaid
Bismarck
Europe
Weberner
New York
Tribune
Statementa
Pacific Ocean
Bramarck
America
Li Hang Chang
Germany's Navy in Case of War With the United States
A 19th century article argues German warships could threaten the U.S. coast if war broke out. It lists armored battleships Baden and Konig class, Arminius, and fourteen unarmored cruisers, noting Krupp guns up to 12 inches and varying shells. It considers defenses and ships available to America, including monitors and wooden vessels, for coast defense.
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New York
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Samoa
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Wilhelm
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Cenigem
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Marty
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New York City
Chicago
Atlanta
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Yorktown
Charlestown
L'Aritan
Poisoned Hand Case Shocks Insurance World
Dr Dickson Wina victory in accident insurance dispute draws wide attention as Fidelity and Casualty of New York settles after a failed claim. The case centers on a physician injured during surgery and the insurers’ dispute over liability for a vegetable poison exposure. The Fidelity and Casualty company confessed judgment and settled the claim while the People’s Mutual faced court action.
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Premsitiue
Pittsburg
de Jan N. Dickinsop
Geingson
People's Mutual Accident Company
Fidelity & Casualty Company
New York
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Braddocks
Wss
Lia
Quita
Tupon
People’s and
Fidelity Companies
Fidelity and Casualty
People's Company
Aca
Cestiga
Inaugural Ball Supper Menu Prompted by Boldt Bid
Landlord George Boldt of the Bellevue returned from Washington with final plans for the inaugural ball supper. Competition from New York was sharp, but Boldt won the preference. Servants and full service will come from bite establishments in Philadelphia. The menu lists thousands of oysters, croquettes, terrapin, quail, pate gras, and more with English influenced titles. Also reported: sentences about court sentences, pensions to West Virginians, and various local notices.
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PripAneiona
Janoney
George €. Boldt
Bellevue
Washington
New York
Mr. Boldt
Philadelphia
Jay Wan in the B 10 Connect With The Mo
A brief item notes a connection between two entities with direct linkage, mentioning Southwestern lines and a move toward New York. Limited readable text hints at transportation or communications links and a potential route through Pacific or MO regions.
Policy of the Garrett family sparks rail control bid
A London report states Jay Gould seeks to seize Baltimore and Ohio Railroad via Garrett holders. Baltimore bankers note Garrett policy aims to consolidate stock, align Staten Island link, and gain road control. mentions Johns Hopkins University stake and city interests in a broader strategy. Also reports local court prep for new bridges and municipal politics amid tax and water works concerns. Fire wrecks a bakery. election contest proceeds with two votes challenged.
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Eas
Inter
Baltimore & Pany
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Sach
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Final appeal from General Boulanger in Seine election
General Boulanger renews his appeal to Seine electors denying dictatorship claims and pledging to vote for an honorable republic and sovereignty. He asserts support for the republic and refuses to back dictatorship, urging a vote for his opponent M Jacques to avoid a regime of upheaval.
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Houlunger
A Human Pin-Cushion Remarkable Feats of a Man
In New York on January 26 Louis J Beck a 23 year old resident of a butcher shop paralyzed nerves reportedly endured two hours of needles driven through his cheek tongue lips thigh and fingers without pain. He says pins often appear after they travel from unexpected places and doctors deem him affected by nerve paralysis.
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Louis J. Beck
Beck
Bluek
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