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Alton Daily Telegraph

Location

Alton, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1895

Page

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Many Conflagrations Darken Towns and Kill at Least Two

A string of fires injures two or more, destroys mills and hotels, and causes heavy losses across several states. The Denison hotel in Indianapolis catches fire on the fifth floor forcing adjournment of the state legislature as guests flee with families and belongings. Fire damages include Walker and Rothmond gingham mills, Evansville saloon and paint shop, and a Miami leaf tobacco warehouse in Cincinnati. A New York blaze fatally burns Mrs Margaret Krookman after a lamp explodes.

Indianapolis Denison Pennsylvania Ohio Treets Quarto Stubbon Grand Opera House Empire Theater Frank Nutter Patrick Ryan Nutter

Hayward Murder Trial Begins With Prosecution’s First Witness

In Minneapolis February the first witness Hans low testified about being present at the Ozark flats basement when Blixt allegedly cut the T rail to two for Harry Hayward. He corroborated Blixt’s story and did not contradict important details. The defense pressed questions about an Arnold hotel visit, restaurant signatures, and possible green goodsmen involvement.

Minneapolis Hayward Hanslow Ozark Flats Blixt Harry Hayward Hay Kewin Arnold Hotel Central Avenue

Sensation in Court as Plaintiff Prays on Stand

Jonn D. McLaughlin sued for damages for assault against J. J. and William Davis. In rebuttal he prayed aloud with a Bible in hand prompting interruption by defense counsel. The court halted the scene and later the judge ruled for the defendants.

James H. Pound Mr. Pound McLaughlin

Syrup of Figs Promises Comfort and Relief

Advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pure liquid laxative suitable for all ages. It claims cleansing effects, easing of colds headaches fevers and constipation, and notes it is manufactured by the California Syrup Co with the brand name Syrup of Figs on every package.

California Syrup Co

Debates and votes mark early House bond bill session

The House resumed debate on a bond bill after routine business. Amendments were adopted to allow sale of bonds with selected national banks, while other measures passed include homestead preferences for Fort Jupiter Florida and a Mississipp i river wagon bridge at Sioux City. In the Senate Lucien Baker’s credential was presented and a Harris-Mitchell exchange referenced a prior sugar bounty dispute.

Senate Depos Washington Tio'clock Fort Jupiter Florida Missississippi River Sioux City J. C. Kenton United States Army Catherine Cain Groovenor Ohio Tenhensee Cox Tennessee House Bland Brossille Pennsylvania Secretary of the Treasury Wheeler Alabama Silver Toon Lucien Baker Kansas Mitchell Harris Sparks Portland First National Bank of Fast Portland K. T. Holgate Citizens’ Bank J. 8 Reid Ilinois

Special Committee on Anna To Save Asylum Report

The Special Committee to inspect the southern insane asylum at Anna filed its report. It rejects building a reservoir and notes a previous 19,000 appropriation for repairs and a misstep by Governor Altgeld. Senate moved to executive session for confirmations including Holmes Smith to the University of Illinois board.

Judge Grosscup Refuses Foolish Tactics in Debs Case

Chicago February 5 Judge Grosscup opens Debs case with Pullman matter noting the marquis dodging service by a deputy marshal outside Pullman’s office. Witness William T. Sweet to be examined and court may jail him for contempt if he dodges service. Vatican prepares for pope's March birthday celebration. Ends with an ad for Sure Cure liver remedy sold by E. Marsh.

Chicago Grosscup Debs William R. Robinson E. Marsh

Bonds expected amid London and New York banker talks

Reports indicate a $50 million bond issue likely to be placed with U.S. buyers and $50 million in London. London bankers demand direct New York participation and gold redemption, while American financiers press for redemption in coin. Trade and treaty notes follow with other financial and political items.

Washington, Feb House London New York Messrs. Morgan and Mont

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