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Died on Sunday morning the 15th inst., at Washington City, after an illness of two weeks, the Rev. Samuel Davis, Minister of the
Methodist Episcopal Church, aged about 28 years.
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November 6, 1822
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Georgetown, Oct. 5
We realy feel incompetent to the task of describing the melancholy effects produced in this town and the neighborhood, by the late
dreadful Hurricane we had intended to give at least, a summary account of the damage sustained within the town, but it has been
so general and the buildings exempt from serious injury, so few, that we must content ourselves with stating that our town exhibits,
at this moment, a scene of ruin and desolation, never surpassed in this State. The wind appears to have been full as violent as it was
at North Inlet - the tide, however, certainly did not rise so high. The Court house has sustained very serious injury and many of the
records in the Clerk's office destroyed.
The Sheriff's Office had every door and window blown in and the records and papers destroyed. The chimnies of the Jail have been
blown down and the buildings in other respects much injured. Many of the tiles have been blown down from the roof of the Bank.
The Building over the Market, occupied by the Town Coucil, is nearly down, every pillar which supports it being fractured. We have
yet had no particular accounts of the injury sustained in the crops, but it must necessarily be very great, as much of the (...?...) which
was harvested, has been blown out of the Barn-yards and dispersed - many negroes have been killed, and most of the Barns and Mills
have been unroofed and otherwise injured, and the banks and trucks torn to pieces. The schooner Little jack, Captain Thomas Davis,
which was up the Waccamaw River, taking in a load of rice, nearly foundered at her anchors, and when she parted her cables was
driven on shore and bilged. From the number of trees which have been thrown across the roads they are rendered impassable.
Planters who have visited their plantations 8 or 9 miles from Town have been 3 or four hours in reaching them, being obliged to
pursue their way through the woods, the road being literally blocked up.
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November 13 1822
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Alexandria, D.C. Nov. 4
On Saturday morning last, just before day break, the ware-house on the corner of King and Patrick-streets, occupied by Mr. Bradley
as a cabinet factory, was discovered by the watch to be on fire, who, on breaking open the windows, found that it had made such
progress as to render it impossible to rescue any of the stock or materials therein. The fire communicated to the two adjoining large
three story brick dwellings, occupied by the Rev. S. H. Cone and Mr. James S. Scott, both of which were also destroyed - but the
furniture, & C. were nearly all saved, as very probably might have been the dwellings, could a supply of water have been furnished.
Several of the buildings on the opposite sides of the streets caught fire from the falling cinders; but the calm state of the weather, and
the application of a few buckets of water, prevented any serious injury. Loss, of the buildings alone, estimated at from 12 to $15,000.
The fire was no doubt accidental. The indifference manifested at this fire was indeed most shameful. After most of the few pumps in the
neighborhood had given out, it was impossible, with the utmost efforts of a few individuals, to form a line to another one, immediately in
the vicinity of the fire.
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Wednesday, January 9, 1823
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Washington, Dec. 21
The Cumberland Road
From gentlemen who has recently arrived in this city, after passing over the Cumberland Road, we learn that it is in such a state of
dilapidation as to be nearly impassable. On the ground that the road belongs to the United States, neither the states nor the counties
through which it passes will take any need to it. They say it is none of their business. It follows that the road is going to ruin; and
that the United States will have to do indirectly what they have so far forborne to do directly, by paying the mail contractors for making
the repairs, which would be more economically and efficiently made under the direct authority of Congress. Unless this be done we
understand that the road will, before many months, be in such a condition that the Mail cannot travel upon it. This, so far from being
a cause of surprise, must have been a matter of calculation from the first projection of the Road. It was doubtless expected that
Congress would make all needful provisions for its repair and preservation
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December 10, 1823
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Died on Monday the 1st inst., at his residence near Georgetown, D.C., Baron Frederick Greuhm, Minister from the Prussian
government to the United States.
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January 28, 1824
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General Winkinson
This old veteran is stated in the New Orleans papers to be about to return from Mexico to this country. During his residence
among the Mexicans he had met with the most marked and distinguished regard. Having carried with him a portrait of Gen.
Washington, which he presented to the government of Mexico, it was received with great consideration and by a resolution of
Congress, it was ordered to be suspended in a conspicuous part of the Representative Hall. It is understood that Gen. Wilkinson's
business in that country was the adjustment of some personal claims and some belonging to a company at New Orleans, which they
made against the government. They were received with becoming respect, but the congress then sitting had referred them for
derision to the next Congress, which was to assemble the 1st of December.
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February 18, 1824
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Origin of the word Yankee.
Yankee is the Indian corruption of the work English --Yanglees, Yangless, Yankees, and finally Yankee. It got into general use as a term
of reproach thus: About the year 1744, one Jonathan Hastings, a farmer at Cambridge, in New England, used the word Yankee as a
cant word to express excellence, as a Yankee (good) horse, Yankee cider, & c.
The students at the college having frequent intercourse with Jonathan, and hearing him emply the word on all occasions when he
intended to express his approbation, applied it sarcastically; and called him Yankee Jonathan. It soon became a cant phrase among the
collegians to designate a simple, weak, awkward person; -- from college it spread all over the country, till from its currency in New England
it was at length taken up and applied to the New Englanders generally, as a term of reproach. It was in consequence of this that the song
called Yankee Doodle was composed.
-- English Paper.
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February 18, 1824
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Died at Washington, on the 14th instant, in the 73d year of his age, Richard O'Brian, Esq., late consul General of the United States to
the Barbary Powers.
The character and history of this very extraordinary man are too generally known to need any statement here. A mind of native vigor,
and the most ardent feeling, was in him still further strengthened by a series of adventures the most interesting and diversified. He was
in succession, an active and experienced seaman, a successful adventurer in the privateering exploits of the Revolution, a brave
commander in the regular naval service, a captive slave in Algiers, consul General to Barbary, a member of the Pennsylvania Legislature,
a worthy farmer, and lastly, an ardent party politician. His earthly scenes are now closes, and he has experienced his last and great change.
The merit of his public services has been officially acknowledged by three successive Presidents, and will long be remembered by his county.
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Died Friday night last, at his residence in this city, after a long illness, Col. Constant Freeman, Auditor of the Treasury for the
Navy Department, aged 67. Col. F. was an officer of the Army during the whole of the Revolutionary War, and from its close down
to the termination of the late war with Great Britain, when, on the reduction of the Army, he was placed by the President in the
responsible office which he filled at the time of his death.
-- Nat. Intel.
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June 16, 1824
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Internal Improvements
The Secretary of War has directed circulars to be addressed to all the captains of steam boats which navigate the Ohio and Mississippi,
requesting the aid of their experience, as to the best mode of removing the sawyers, planters or snags, in those rivers. He has ordered
Major Long, of the Topographical Engineers, to proceed to the Ohio river, in order to make an experiment, in removing a sandbar in that
river, so as to ascertain the practicability and best mode of improving its navigation, obstructed chiefly by sandbars.
A board of engineers, composed of General Bernard, Colonel Totten, John L. Sullivan, Dr. Howard of Baltimore, Mr. Shriver of
Pennsylvania, Captain Poussin of the topographical engineers, and Lieutenants Courtenay and Dutton of the corps of engineers,
set up on Saturday from Washington to examine the best route for a canal from the Potomac to the Ohio, and from thence to Lake Erie.
There will, says the latest Washington Republican, be placed under the orders of the board, four topographical brigades, each consisting
of six topographers or surveyors; to first to be commanded by Major Albert, the second by Capt. M'Neal, and the third by Mr. Shriver, and
the fourth not yet designated, for the purpose of making a minutes and (?) survey of the route. These measures will effectively ascertain,
before the next meeting of congress, the practicability of a water communication between the Chesapeake and Lake Erie, by the way of
the Potomac. The board, we understand, after they have examined the route, are to meet the commissioners of Pennsylvania at Pittsburg,
to aid them in making a reconnaissance between that place and Philadelphia.
Thus it will appear, that the President and Mr. Calhoun have with the most patriotic promptitude adopted measures to carry into effect
the two acts of congress just passed, providing for surveys and plans of routes for canals and roads, and for the improvement of the
navigation of the Ohio and Mississippi.
Frank. Gaz. June. 7
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New York, June 14
Noah Webster, Esq., and his son will embark tomorrow in the Havre Packet, for Europe. Mr. W. goes to Europe with a view of publishing
his Dictionary, upon which he has been engaged for twenty years, in England. His visit to France, we believe, is to procure the means
of completing one division of his work. We believe Mr. W's plan in new, and we understand that it will embrace an analysis of twenty-six
languages.
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July 14, 1824
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Washington, July 6
We regret exceedingly to learn, that Mr. Brashears, only son of Mr. R. W. Brashears, late of Prince George county, Md., a young gentleman
aged 18, of wealth and promise, being present at the celebration of the Anniversary at Upper Marlborough, on Saturday, Captain Contee's
troop of cavalry, was shot dead by an accidental explosion of his own pistol, though charged only with powder.
We are sorry to hear also, that a person in Georgetown, whose name we have not learnt, had two of his fingers blown off, in firing a
salute yesterday.
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August 11, 1824
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Washington, July 31
The deputations of Indians, now at the seat of government, visited Gen. Mason's Cannon Foundry on Wednesday evening last, where they
had an opportunity of seeing a 32 pounder case, and of inspecting the boring machinery. It was highly interesting to witness the deep
impression made upon these re men of the woods, by this exhibition of fire and melted iron, and by the music of augers, as they made
their slow and difficult progress through the body of the cannon. The whole was a scene of wonder to them; and that peculiar faculty of
concealing their emotions, which the Indians exercise when strange sights are displayed to their view, furnished but a thin veil over the
inward workings of surprise. One of the Interpreters requested them to look well to all they saw, as they might some of these days,
have occasion to make guns too. "Impossible," replied one of them, "that can never be."
After the Foundry and its operations had been well scrutinized, they were invited into the second story of the boring mill, where
refreshements were served out to them, cautiously prepared in the form of sangaree, lemonade, &c. While this weaker sort of
drink is better for the Indians themselves, it serves, at the same time, to impress them with a greater respect for those who present it.
Whiskey, or other strong liquor on the contrary, though they prefer it, leads them to feel a disrespect and contempt for those who serve it
upon them. They left the Foundry about six o'clock to visit the Secretary of War, at his residence - followed by at least two thousand men,
women and children, attracted by the strangeness of their costume - if an almost entire nudity, with painted heads and faces, may be
called costume.
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Union, PA., July 27
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Under this head, we intend giving for general satisfaction such information as we may receive of the progress of the board of engineers
now employed on the proposed route to connect the eastern and western waters. The third brigade under Major Abert left this place last
week. This brigade we understand, will commence their labours on the Savage river, thence down the Potomac to Washington city.
The brigades under Mr. Shriver and Capt. M'Niel have commenced on the summit where they have made considerable progress. It is
expected that these brigades will be occupied for some time in running levels between the head waters of the Potomac, Deep creek, the
Yough and Cheat rivers. The fourth brigade intended to be employed on the western section of the canals is not yet formed, but will in a
short time. Each brigade consists of about 20 men.
Gen. Bernard, with several others of the board, have examined the Yough to its junction with Monongahela and Cheat rivers to the
summit level. They set out yesterday to explore the middle route, by way of the Redstone creek and Big Sandy.
Genius of Liberty.
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August 11, 1824
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John Paul Jones
The N.Y. American states that a letter, addressed to this distinguished hero, was accidentally discovered in a Baker's shop in that
city, a few days since, which induced the examination of several chests of old manuscripts, when upwards of 700 papers were found,
such as drafts of his official communications and letters to the most distinguished persons of the age, and their letters to him, from the
year 1775 to 1783 -- many are in the hand writing of Franklin, Hancock, La Fayette and John Adams, which prove beyond doubt their
authenticity. We understand that the gentleman whose perseverance recovered them from destined destruction, has handed them to the
author of the Pilot, with a view to the publication of a part, by Mr. Wiley.
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Indians
Six coaches, containing a number of Indians, with their interpreters, arrived at Barnum's Hotel on Saturday evening. They are from the
seat of the general government, and are the same whose reception at Washington has been aleady noticed. We learn that they purpose
traveling eastward as far as West Point.
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Washington, Aug. 28
Dreadful Occurrence
On Friday evening, about sunset, the City of Washington was visited by a squall of wind, rain, hail, and the most vivid lightning with
near and crashing peals of thunder. The rain, for a few moments, fell in torrents, and was much required by the parched state of the
earth in this vicinity, occasioned by a long spell of dry weather.
Towards the termination of the squall, heavy bursts of wind pressed out the gable end of a brick building, which had no fastening to the
joists or roof of the tenement, so that it fell upon a small frame house in Seventh Street, occupied by Mr. Richard Drain, his two sisters
and brother, and crushed in the roof; the incumbent weight were of, together with that of the fallen bricks, broke thro' the floors to the
ground on which the frame stood. There were several persons, besides the family, in the house, at the time, only one of whom escaped,
and eh, as we understand, by a sudden scramble or leap through a lower window. Dr. Drain and Mr. Macken, a carpenter, were killed,
either instantaneously, or died by suffocation or the severity of their bruises before their bodies could be extricated from the shattered
beams, planks and rubbish. One of Mr. Drain's sisters, we have been informed, was seriously injured; and several others, including the
brother of Mr. D. were badly hurt. The neighboring citizens were exceedingly active in their exertions to succor the unfortunate victims
of this unhappy disaster, and did not leave the spot until well assured that all the bodies had been recovered from the ruins.
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Ohio and Mississippi Rivers
The contract for clearing the Ohio and Mississippi rivers of sawyers and snags, under the proposals of the Engineer Department,
issued by order of the Secretary of War, in conformity with the act of Congress of the 24th of May last, making an appropriation for
the improvement of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, has been decided in favor of the proposals of Mr. John Bruce, of Lewis county,
Kentucky, which were the lowest received. The contract includes the Mississippi from St. Louis to its mouth, and the Ohio from
Pittsburgh to its junction with the Mississippi. We congratulate the Western people on the prospect of having these two noble rivers
shortly freed from the obstructions which have hitherto been so dangerous to their navigation, and the cause of so great a loss of
property and of lives.
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Philadelphia, Sept. 15
The board of commissioners under the convention between America and England, concluded at St. Petersburg, on the subject
of slaves captured by the British in the late war, decided on Saturday last, that the average compensation for slaves taken in
Louisiana shall be 680 dollars; for those taken in Alabama, South Carolina and Georgia, 390 dollars, and 280 dollars for those
taken in Virginia, Maryland, or any other state. The board adjourned to the 8th day of December next, when they will proceed to
an examination of the claims which may be in a state of preparation for hearing. The Secretary of State has given notice to this effect,
that the definite list of captured slaves will then be laid before the commissioners, and that all persons should exhibit their
claims by that time.
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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
December 17, 1828
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"It is Saturday. The Delegation of Winebago Indians, now in the City under the direction of Gov. Cass, today had
an official interview with the President. Their appearance as they came up the pavement was singular as can be imagined.
They were painted, hideously beautiful, and looked as fine, and as ugly as it is possible for well formed men to look. One
chief had his face divided by paint into four parts, the prevailing taste being to render themselves as terrifically imposing as
possible. They were received in the western parlour, the President taking each by the hand. After passing him they seated
themselves, some on the floor, and some of the damask silk chairs. An Indian with no other clothing than his leggings,
breech-clout and blanket, sitting on elegant stuffed chairs, lined with crimson damask silk, presented an extraordinary
contrast. I had heard it remarked that Indians show no signs of wonder or curiosity. It was not so with these. They gazed
around them with apparent interest, surprise and pleasure; and seemed specially attracted by an elegant glass chandelier.
There was one squaw in the company who ten years ago, I imagine was handsome. She was painted, having on each cheek,
a spot large as a small pancake of fiery red. Like our belles, she thought rosy cheeks an ornament, and instead of a little rouge
had used a great deal of red ochre. She sat on a silken seat or stool near the piano. A little child ran up to her which had come
in with some of the company. The female, the maternal, I had almost said the angelic expression of her eye and whole countenance,
the cold and rigid features softening into tenderness, and relaxing into love, said that woman is the same in natural feeling, whether
in the refined circles of civilization, or in the barbarous regions of Lake Huron.
Cake and wine were handed round. The squaw modestly declined to take either, probably thinking it improper, as the females do
not, ordinarily, at such times, receive presents. But a gentleman who stood near, kindly and politely took a glass from the waiter,
and presented it, which she drank with apparent relish. He then took and gave her a fine piece of frosted cake, which she received
with easy grace.
Then commenced the speeches of the Chiefs, to the President. First, an old chief, much painted, his hair stuck full of feathers,
addressed him. His manner was vehement - his utterance rapid - his gestures seemed appropriate to the expression of strong
feelings. The language was much less guttural than I had expected, and sounded not unpleasantly to my ear. After speaking a
minute or two, the interpreter would translate. After him came the Orator of the nation. He was not painted. No ornament was in
his hair, but his head was bound round with a black handkerchief. As he rose to approach the President, he threw back his blanket
and stood up naked except a girdle round the waist of elk's bones, which supported his breech-clout - this thighs being bare and his
legs covered with leggings. The spectacle was, certainly, most extraordinary. But as he spoke, the absence of dress, and the peculiar
figure exhibited, lost all interest, and you thought only of the orator. He was eloquent; and when he appealed to Heaven; when he invoked
pardon for the Winebago youths condemned to die, he was impressively affecting. The replies of Mr. Adams were appropriate and dignified.
He consented to pardon.
"The young men, he told them, should, at their earnest solicitation, and as a proof of our wish to do a favor to their nation, expecting
it to be a pledge of peace, be restored to their friends.
When this part was interpreted to them they all raised a shout of joy, which was quite affecting. It is to be observed that while their orators
spoke, if anything important or pleasing was said, a cry of approbation was raised.
The Pipe of Peace was smoked, first by the Chief, then by the President, and then by all round the room. Having heard much of
these scenes, and never witnessed one before, it was to me an exhibition of great interest.
After two hours occupied in the talks, presents of medals, rifles, pistols and swords were given them, much to their delight.
I was particularly struck with one remark. The orator observed to the President that He ane They acknowledged but one master,
that was the Great Spirit - meaning to show their feeling of independence. They also expressed their wish to remain as they
were - and not be like New York Indians; that is, half civilized."
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General Fremont and family are in Washington,
living in a retired manner on E street, between Ninth and Tenth streets.
They occasionally attend private social entertainments, but seldom appear in public.
The general has nearly completed his statement for the committee on the conduct of the war.
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At 7 o'clock in the evening of the 26th a fire was
discovered in the government stables on D street, near
the Observatory, Washington. It spread with great
rapidity and soon enveloped several of the long sheds.
As many of the horses were turned loose as possible,
but some could not be reached, and others would not
leave the stalls. Upwards of two hundred were
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The physicians in attendance on Gen. Devens, at Washington, hope that it will not be necessary to
amputate his feet.
The Rev. Charles Spear, well known as the Prisoners' Friend, died in Washington on the 6th of
May, aged 58. His benevolence was as untiring as it was discriminating.
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Mrs. Maria Thornton, who recently died in Washington, at the advanced age of 100 years, was the widow
of Dr. Thornton, and the daughter of the famous Dr. Dodd, the original architect of the capitol, and the first
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Mrs. Coppinger very ill
Washington, January 31 -
Mrs. Col. Coppinger, the eldest daughter of Secretary Blaine, is lying critically ill with brain trouble at her residence here,
and the gravest apprehensions are felt in regard to her.
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February 2, 1890
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More Hope For Mrs. Coppinger
Washington, Feb. 1.-
The physicians attending Mrs. Coppinger (Secretary Blaine's eldest daughter) reported late last night a marked improvement and an
amelioration of the dangerous symptoms noticed during the earlier part of the day. While still in a very critical condition, more
encouragement is felt by her physicians, who can not as yet say what the result may be.
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February 4, 1890
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Pleasure Trip Abandoned
Washington, February 3.-
The trip of the President and Cabinet to New York, to attend the centenniary of the of the organization of the Supreme court of the United States,
has been abandoned on account of the deaths in the families of Secretaries Blaine and Tracy.
Mormons May Not Vote
Washington, February 3.-
The Supreme Court of the United States to-day rendered an opinion affirming the constitutionality
of the Edmunds-Tucker Idaho test oath, intended to prevent Mormons from voting.
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February 4, 1890
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Death of Mrs. Coppinger
Washington Feb. 2.-
Mrs. Coppinger, the eldest daughter of Secretary Blaine, who has been ill for several days, died about 5 o'clock this morning.
The funeral services will take place from St. Matthew's Church, on Tuesday morning at half-past ten o'clock.
The place of interment has not yet been definitely determined upon, but it is expected that it will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, this city.
Rev. Thomas Sherman will officiate.
Removed
Washington, Feb. 2. -
Charles C. Lodewick, postal-card agent at Birmingham, Conn., was yesterday removed by the Postmaster General,
and Charles M. Newton, of Middleton, Conn., was appointed to succeed him.
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February 5, 1890
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THE WASHINGTON HORROR
Preparations for the Funerals of Mrs. And Miss Tracy-Mr. Tracy Improving.
Washington, February 4.-
Secretary Tracy continues to improve at the house during the morning to inquire after him. His son, Frank B. Tracy, is now with him, having arrived here at 1:30 this morning
on a special train. He is the first member of his family the Secretary has seen since that awful calamity of yesterday morning, and his presence was a source of joy and hope
to the bereaved parent.
The physicians attending Mrs. And Miss Wilmerding said this morning that their patients passed a fair night and are better to-day.
The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. And Miss Tracy will be held at the White House to-morrow morning at 11 o'clock. The bodies will be temporarily
deposited in the receiving vault at Rock Creek cemetery until their final disposition is determined upon. The pall-bearers for Mrs. Tracy will be as follows: Secretaries
Windom, Proctor, Noble, and Rusk, Attorney General Miller, Postmaster General Wannamaker, Admiral Porter and Rear Admiral Rogers.
About 11 o'clock to-day Secretary Tracy got out of bed and dressed himself. He showed such strength that he was allowed to descend to the library and remain
there during a portion of the day. He was later removed to the White House in a cab. His physicians pronounce him out of danger.
Shortly after his arrival at the White House Mr. Tracy requested to be taken into the east room and shown the caskets containing the remains of his wife and daughter.
They were covered with beautiful flowers. Standing at the head, between them, was a large palm tree arranged so that the leaves drooped gracefully over the dead. The secretary
was very much affected by the sight and sobbed as though his heart would break. The casket containing Mrs. Tracy's body was opened and he was allowed to look upon her face
for the last time. The other body was in no condition for inspection, and the casket was not opened at all. It was a terrible ordeal for the stricken man, but he bore it remarkably
well, though there was no concealing the keenness and depth of his grief.
This evening Secretary Tracy received a cablegram through Sir Julian Pauncefete, stating: "The Queen deeply deplores the calamity to Secretary Tracy's family, enquires after
him and the survivors."
The Secretary replied follows: "Tracy begs the British Minister to convey to Her Majesty sincere thanks for the gracious message of sympathy, and in reply to her kind inquiry to
say that his surviving daughter and grandchild are out of danger."
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Washington D C
February 6, 1890
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Washington
A Bomb in the Capitol
Washington, February 5. - A rumor, current to-day, that a dynamite bomb had been found in the capitol appears to have a slight foundation. A small,
oval shaped tin box was found in a spittoon in the rotunda. The chief of the capitol police examined it and found several grains of a substance
resembling salt petre and a small quantity of something that looked like punk. He found that the latter would burn. He concluded that the box was a
railroad torpedo, but to settle the matter has sent it to the district chemist for analysis.
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The Daily Messenger
Canandaigua, New York
January 9, 1922
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HARVEY INJURED IN AUTO CRASH
U.S. AMBASSADOR TO FRANCE HURLED FROM MACHINE IN COLLISION
NEAR CANNES - INJURIES NOT SERIOUS
Cannes, Jan. 9 -
American Ambassador George Harvey was hurled from his automobile in a collision here today and rendered unconscious.
A bulletin issued from the Carlton hotel, where Premier Briand's physician and others attended Harvey, declared the ambassador,
who struck on his head, had received injuries which would keep him confined to his bed for two or three days. His injuries, the bulletin said,
were in the dorsal and lumbar regions, and were not serious.
Richard Crane, former minister to Czecho-Slovakia, and Wickham Steed, editor of the London Times, were in the accident, which
occurred when the automobile in which they were riding was struck by a speeding car. Steed also was injured.
On Way to Golf Game Harvey, with Crane and Steed, was driving along the sea road beside the Mediterranean, bound for a game of golf
at the Cannes links. An automobile driven at terrific speed whirled up behind them and struck the rear of the American ambassador's
machine, breaking the wheels. Harvey was thrown out, striking on his forehead. Wickham Steed was thrown out and hurt, but Crane escaped
injury.
Herrick to Attend Conference
Washington, Jan. 9 -
Myron T, Herrick, American ambassador to France, will attend the Cannes conference pending the recovery of
Ambassador Harvey from injuries received in an automobile accident, Harvey notified the state department that his injuries were
not serious.
(Note: Harvey was born in Peacham, Vermont)
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