Tag: 1890
Christmas Cheer Turns to Chaos in Arizona
In a shocking turn of events, the festive spirit of Christmas was marred by a disturbing incident in the Arizona Territory. On December 20, 1890, a military post on the Upper San Pedro river, Arizona, was abuzz with activity as soldiers prepared for the holiday season. But amidst the joy and merriment, a sense of…
Labor Union Leader Samuel Gompers Wins Contested Election
In a closely watched election, Samuel Gompers was reelected as president of the Federation of Labor in Detroit, Michigan, on December 13, 1890. The vote was not without its drama, as three delegates simultaneously nominated Gompers, sending shockwaves through the convention hall. P.J. McGuire, a prominent figure in the labor movement, took the chair and…
Amanda Olson, Murder, Utah 2023
In a landmark case that sent shockwaves through the Salt Lake City justice system, Amanda Olson walked free after a dramatic trial that captivated the entire city. The saga began on November 4th at the Third District Court, where Olson stood accused of taking the life of Frank Ba, a shocking act that would leave…
Senator Malcolm Pherson, Election Tampering, California 2022
In a shocking turn of events, the United States Senate is abuzz with controversy surrounding the 1884, 1880, and 1883 elections in the Southern District of New York. Senator MoPherson has taken to the floor, demanding a certified copy of the accounts of John I. Davenport, Chief Supervisor of Elections, for these elections. The senator’s…
Bums Go Berserk at Pittsburg Depot
In the chilly winter evening of December 4, 1890, a notorious group of vagabonds, known as ‘bums,’ descended upon the Pittsburg and Lake Erie depot like a swarm of locusts. The bums, who had been frequenting the depot as a makeshift clubhouse, had grown brazen in their actions. Last night, they made a coordinated effort…
Louis Corde, Misgendered Identity, Illinois 2024
In a bizarre and unprecedented case, a 17-year-old girl from Chester, Illinois, has stunned her community by realizing she was born female, not male as she had previously believed. Louis Corde, who was raised by her father, John H. Corde, as a boy, has recently shed her masculine attire for the more feminine garb of…
Murderer Meets Justice at Ohio State Prison
On October 21, 1890, a sense of closure settled over the community as Pete McCartney, a notorious murderer, faced the ultimate penalty at Ohio State Prison. But amidst the somber occasion, a more intriguing tale unfolded – the report from Inspector General Dupont, detailing the steamboat inspection service’s operations during the fiscal year ending June…
Vincent, Grand Jury Tampering, Florida 2024
In a courthouse drama that left many scratching their heads, the Circuit Court in DeLand, Florida, witnessed a farce of justice last Tuesday. The Vincent case, which had all the makings of a juicy scandal, devolved into a slapstick comedy of errors, with the grand jury verdict a stark reminder that sometimes justice is more…
Railway Ruckus: Conductors Fired, But Why?
In the scorching September heat of 1890, the railway industry was embroiled in a controversy that would leave many wondering about the true motives behind the actions of the Big Four lines. On Tuesday, September 23, a tense meeting took place between E.E. Clarke, the grand chief conductor of the Order of Railway Conductors, and…
Southside Fury: Petition Brewing Over Water Scandal
In the sweltering heat of September 1890, the Southside of Pittsburgh was abuzz with discontent. The results of the chemical analysis of their water had left many residents fuming, and a petition was being quietly circulated, set to be presented to the city council by Councilman Dr. Brewster of the 29th ward. Related Federal Cases…
