Dawn of better days seen in trade and industry
An Industrial World summary notes a return of optimism after four years of slow growth. Clearings surpass 1882 in July, wheat yields and prices rise, cotton prices up, manufacturing gains, iron and coal sectors improving, and widespread output increases with rising prices in several goods. Overall, business activity and employment inch upward amid cautious hopes for autumn gains.
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Wheel Tax Injunction Blocks Chicago Bicycle Licenses
Judge Tuley granted an injunction to stop the city from collecting the bicycle and wheeled vehicle tax and license, ruling the city had no right to license bicycles. The decision blocks the ordinance and refunds will be issued to those who paid tags.
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Hlegal
Population Estimate of United States Reaches 7 000 068
Treasury actuary reports the latest official population estimate for the United States at 7,000,068. The figure uses preceding census data and fixed rules for births immigration deaths and other factors. It accompanies estimates of money circulation per person and reflects official government methodology.
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Uncle Sim
Washington
Aug
United States
Actuary of the Treasury
Patehen Wins Fastest Mile on Grand Circuit
Joe Patehen led four starters in a free for all pace at Cotanichus Ohio, winning on merit and equaling the world record with a 2 01 14 mile. The field also included Star Pointer Lottie Lorrain and Badge, delivering a surprising top time in the grand circuit. Local dispatch notes the achievement as the fastest mile ever paced in the circuit.
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Badge
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John R. Gentry
Glens Falls
Four Lives Lost In Northwestern Elevator Disaster
In Chicago on August 6 a massive explosion at the Northwestern elevator on Indiana street killed three firemen and an unidentified man, with dozens more injured among the crowd and rescuers. Fire chief Swenie and other leaders were hurt. the blaze consumed 135,000 bushels of grain and caused extensive property damage. The boiler house dust contributed to the blast as brick and iron rained down, halting efforts to recover bodies and aid the injured.
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Thomas Manahan
Swenie
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Monaghan
Minor News Items For The Week Ending August 0
Short notices report a Rockford Illinois fatality on the Illinois Central railroad yards, John McMihon killed by a train after ignoring warnings. Basalt California shaken by Saturday earthquakes with minor damage. Missouri breeders law struck down as unconstitutional. Major Otis W Pollock retires after 24 years in the army. Phinger submarine torpedo boat launched at Baltimore. Texas attorney general sues Houston and Texas Central for freight discrimination. Northwestern Lumber and Sash and Door Salesmen's association organized in Milwaukee with a new constitution and trade talks.
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PENSION LIST GROWS Across Treasury Rolls Near Million Mark
Washington August 9 The U S pension roll nears one million as at start of fiscal year 93 528 pensioners show 12 850 rise last year 9 0 1 thousand new pensions granted and 3 971 restored. deaths widows and orphans reduce the total with other losses cited.
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United States
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