08 Aug 1895
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Newspaper
Anita Tribune
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1895
Page
1
A crop and market assessment notes a perceptible halt in trade after the July surge. Wheat yields are strong, corn looks poorer than hoped, cotton prices lag, and stocks and imports face pressure. The report cites rising costs, tentative demand, and a cautious outlook amid fluctuating markets.
A chaotic mix of editorials and notices reports Kekels citing Democratic conventions and silver policy, currency figures show rising national notes and deposits, while unrest in Samoa and Russia prompts legal and public safety updates. Quarantine cases rise as a major Oklahoma pier burns threaten warehouses and a prominent citizen is found dead.
Flames race along both sides of the Soo Railway as marsh lands burn fiercely. The Soo Railway runs all available men and equipment to guard shops while the city takes precautions against fire entering businesses and homes. A gale winds drive blinding smoke with reports of heavy fires between Sault Ste. Marie and Trout Lake. If wind does not shift, fires may reach the city as tinder dry conditions persist.
Wyoming reports detail a cloudburst south of Casper along Garden Creek seven miles long. A summer resort was crushed as campers slept, with the Newby family and Samuel Harrison among those lost or swept away. Rocks and trees were hurled down the canyon, wrecking tents, wagons, and lodges. at least fifty people fled with only their garments.
A Market Lake dispatch says the Ninth Cavalry now encamped in the Teton basin near Marysvale. Indian police were sent ahead to coax Indians back to the reservation, while settlers fear a possible clash. Gov. Richards urges defensive action and troops may stay through the summer to hold the area, with alarms spreading toward Jackson Hole and Fremont County.
The Roloff expedition, starting from New West in June, landed safely near Lis Tunis de Dezasza, Cuba. Cuban leaders anticipate large followings in Santa Clara and Matanzas provinces as arms and ammunition reach the island. Authorities estimate up to 6,000 men may join soon.
A devastating flood in Socorro New Mexico swept through the city three feet of water flooded the main street destroying homes and property. Six members of the Duran family were recovered among the dead with more bodies feared in the waters. Reports say twelve miles south towns faced heavy losses and rail lines were damaged with track and bridges washed away. Losses exceed 1 million dollars and many residents left homeless seeking aid.
Washington report notes the monthly treasury statement places total public debt at 910,108,905 after cash in the treasury is subtracted, up 88,485,938 for July. It cites bond deliveries to a London syndicate and cash losses as key factors, with receipts and expenditures detailed for July 1895.
The Pittsburg Coal Operators Association held a city meeting and refused to reveal its aim, with belief they seek a plan to avert a strike. London dispatch notes missionaries in China are safe in Shanghai after narrow escapes en route to Chang Tu.
Ratchford, president of Ohio miners, threatens a strike if Pittsburg fails to pay 6 and 65 canta. He warns Ohio miners will be ordered out of Gold Drawn for export as a response. New York reports add vague details of a g quarter salvation and other unclear items.
The 1857 Spirit Lake massacre memorial dedication drew Iowa leaders and residents. Gov. Carpenter and Lieut. Gov. Dungan attended with Mrs. Sharpe, sole survivor, and Judge G. Wlandral of Minnesota delivering remarks. The crowd heard recollections of hard 1856–57 winters and early Northwestern settlement.
The State Auditor reports a prosperous year for Iowa savings and state banks ending June 20, 1893. No bank failures in two years, deposits up over 180000, net gain about 2.77 million, and loans near limits. Notes plans for tighter real estate limits and continued safeguards.
Auditor McCarthy releases a report on state and savings banks in Towa. He urges law changes including fixing a minimum cash reserve, limiting real estate investments, clarifying dissolution procedures, enforcing examining committees, and requiring informed, responsible bank directors to protect depositors and stockholders.
George Grigwold a farmer near the village of Thomas fed residents pressed meat from a local butcher. Twenty two ate at his home and many more elsewhere. victims fell ill immediately. Some may die. one woman wandered crazed at night. The butcher denies fault. Veterans preparations by J A Thompson Rouk Rapids and Col Merry for Iowa encampment in Louisville next September. A carload to visit Vicksburg Jackson and nearby towns to assist veterans.
Secretary Fowler proposes a beauty show at the Iowa state fair with a state map featuring five photographs of ladies from each county. Photographers will be paid with medallions, and contestants will receive prize medals. the plan aims to showcase county residents through portraits rather than live exhibitions.
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