Horse Detective in Wissahickon Case Stirs Philadelphia
In Putavecemra on May 10 a sensational tale centers on a trained horse used to aid detectives in tracing a brutal murder suspect, with Coroner Powers and Det. Houser orchestrating dramatic tests and roadside clues. Witnesses describe the animal as intelligent and alert, leading to wild claims and public fascination amid chaotic street chatter and a looming habeas hearing.
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Houser
Moose
Gehling
Alnee
Thorp
Howard Willaginn
Valley Green
Unveiling of Statue Prompts Speeches at West Front
A statue was unveiled this afternoon at the west front of the capitol. Chief Tae Waite spoke on the movement and history, followed by Hon. William Henry Rawle of Philadelphia with an oration on Marshall, the Senate, and Howe. Attendees were large. questions of competency and amendments to the constitution were debated by committees. The joint resolution proposes inserting the word nativity to protect voting rights regardless of origin. The Springer Committee heard testimony in the Star Route trials, with witnesses held until Monday. Senate actions included river-improvement resolutions and discussions on wages under the eight-hour law.
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Tae ‘Waite
William Henry Rawle
Philadelpia
Marshall
Senate
Howe
Howse Committee On Judiciary
Axtell
Mative Colling
Dimete O
United States
E. G. Hutchinson
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Witnes
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Bia Wey
Montag
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Mesars Miller
California
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Uiglifisenia
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O'Donnell
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Supreme Council
Egan's Garden
Irish Republic
Trish
England
Scotland
Republican Brotherhood
Two Hours with Charles Dickens at God's Hill Home
A detailed reminiscence of an extended face to face interview with Charles Dickens at his home. The writer recalls Dickens's responses on American notes, slavery, and politics, then shifts to personal impressions and a lengthy reflection on Dickens's character, fame, and lasting influence.
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el Dogrim
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Hudson
United States
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Illinois Outlawry and Violent Disturbances Reported
A Daily News dispatch describes a clash where a masked party of about twenty attacked an express wagon crew and non union men. Revolvers were fired, two policemen injured, and several assailants fled amid the chaos. A separate item notes a man named HF Center drowning after entering the Staten Island ferry area, with an ensuing search and recovery near the wharf.
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Union Meo
Percy Baowents
Staten Ldend
Laweet Cooley
Insanity Charge for Nebraska Man Ends at State Hospital
A Nebraska man labeled insane after a trip from Nebraska to Philadelphia was confined to the state asylum following examination by a surgeon. A visit from a relative was planned, and an officer noted no clear cause for insanity. The timeline shows transfer and admission without definitive proof of onset.
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Uidson
Shay
Vickers
Renal Rhea
Sollw
Winn
England
Evry
Philadel
Sol
Wes
Velfaly
Aleeusy
Yale
Sta Asylum
Rdlniamdson
Poe
eRicemree
Nebraska
Rich find sparks rush to Red Water gold diggings
A Montana dispatch reports a new gold discovery sixty miles north of Glen dive along Red Water. Excited business men rush to the diggings hoping to be first as old prospects revive, echoing a 1873 pattern near Hear Paw Mountain.
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Moninss
Glendive
Montana
Methodist Conference debated colored bishops in Philadelphia
Pallapscotia May 10 report describes the General Conference session in Philadelphia with Bishop Harris presiding. Debates cover color line tensions, requests to appoint a colored bishop, and questions on residency in India or Africa, with outcomes uncertain and Monday continuation planned.
Fragmented 19th century sports and crime notes mix in city report
The page compiles varied items from baseball scores to criminal and civic news. It records multiple game results with teams such as Cincinnati Unions and Washington-Metropolitan, notes rain postponements, and details a Tombstone bank failure with asset losses and mortgage implications. It also mentions a stabbing incident, a former governor’s death, and unrelated local notices from Paris morgue experiments to broker finances.
Death of Giovanni Prati in Harlan Poetic Firm
Giovanni Prati, noted Harlan poet associated with Lasreste-Heavy Faillare of Fetch Patten and Co., has died. Details of his career with the firm and his impact on local literature are emerging as obituaries note his contributions to regional verse and collaboration with prominent editors.
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Harlan
Lasreste
Fetch, Patten & Co
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