15 Jul 1883
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1883
Page
1
The Morning Journal chronicles widespread flood damage from Arkansas to Kansas and Minnesota. Reports detail ruined bridges near Lawrence, property losses in newly burned areas, and a deadly hotel fire in Minnesota with multiple fatalities.
The July 14 event at Fertio grounds featured sack races greased pig races and a game of ju me H gallo amid light crowds and limited notable attractions. Exhibits from Lincoln County and White Oaks drew attention with ore specimens and mining displays while local officials and exhibitors prepared for Albuquerque fair involvement.
Reports cite widespread damage from severe storms across northern Kansas and western Missouri. Across Wyandotte County and neighboring counties trees down, roofs damaged, and property losses including churches and homes. In Kansas City a storm interrupted a performance as a tent fell, injuring several residents. floods and high winds affected dozens of towns with multiple fatalities suspected.
A Missouri centered report details disputes over western rail shipping rates. It notes the Topeka Santa Fe and Denver lines facing rate adjustments and passenger fare implications across routes from Missouri to western points.
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