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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1895
Page
8
The region from the eastern slope of the Mississippi Valley to the base of the Rockies faces drought as February snowmelts. Farmers warn of hardship without timely rain, noting winter storms left moisture in short supply now that snow has largely disappeared except in the Northwest.
The report from the Statistician of the Department of Agriculture notes the 1804 crop was the smallest in twenty years. Out of 70,000,000 planted acres, 62,500,000 were harvested with many fields abandoned due to drought and winds. Merchantable corn on hand totaled 152,200,800 bushels valued at 54.7 million dollars, while 16,012,200 bushels valued at 4.8 million were merchantable but footed elsewhere. Wheat on farmers’ lands totaled about 75 million bushels. Severe weather reduced reserves, with much wheat fed to stock. Global wheat production for the four years shows North America at 615,483,000 tons, Europe up, Asia down, and Africa and Australia at their largest in four years.
A garbled passage mixes local club chatter with international events. Mentions a missing membership, a Drag fine, and a mistaken Ball claim. References to Spain, Nilanea, Corea, and Japan hint at world affairs amid fractured lines and unclear attributions.
A major blaze swept the West Side district in Milwaukee destroying several brick structures and largely burning Landauer Co and related plots. Losses exceed 1 million with insured recovery around 200 000 to 320 000 for various firms. No casualties reported though Dawson clothing and Barling Wambeld stores were gutted with substantial stock losses.
Fire gutted the Bell Clothing store basement at State and Quincy in Chicago, causing about 176000 in losses and spread rapidly through five floors. A 17 year old elevator boy aided a librarian and a salesman along with several workers escaping as a prior blaze in the same building left substantial damage.
A jumble of early 20th century notes reports the Commercial Bank of Moscow facing asset and liability discrepancies while other items mention Missouri governor appeals for aid, steel workers at a Carnegie plant debating higher wages or strike action, railroad receiver changes denied in Portland, a school issue tied to a public health effort, and North Dakota Supreme Court ordering a new trial in a murder case.
Missionary Jd. Crawford unveils his movable tabernacle at 1448 West Avenue, west Hill, described as one of the most unique houses of worship in the country. The building, dedicated last Sunday, serves religious services for the faith.
Describing a foldable iron and wood building on an adjustable steel frame, Crawford explains a portable chapel able to seat about 600, with a derrick repurposed as a speaker rostrum. Transportable in pieces, it costs about 500 dollars and aims to bring gospel services to poorer city areas.
A collection of fragmented notes mentions Francia M. Stanwood as Boston Journal editor and various portraits of politicians. Among tidbits are claims about Mrs. Dominis ill, Mrs. Lease in Wichita, Jon Sibley a Pennsylvanian candidate, and remarks on Senator Elkins and an Engilah Parliament figure. References to Me Allen Jones and David M. Stone appear amid scattered opinions and anecdotes.
A cascade of editorials from Indianapolis to Denver and Chicago lampoon male dress reforms urging men to wear skirts. Critics argue such measures threaten gender roles while reformers push equality. National reactions reference the Monroe Doctrine and foreign policy stakes.
Ohio women face debates over suffrage and age disclosures as they engage in politics. Comments from newspapers in Pittsburg and exchanges in Kansas City reflect surprise, support, and resistance to women voting in school director elections and caucuses. The tone critiques age disclosure and the changing role of women in civic life.
A collage of quotes from Kansas City Journal Boston Globe Cincinnati Enquirer Minneapolis Journal St Paul Cash The Nation and others arguing about Cuba Spain and U S expansion with opinions on taxation revolution sentiment and potential war by the United States amid baseball commentary and player salary notes.
The Boston Globe laments German prohibition of American beef while voicing concern over the stigma against dried apples. The Bowlton Journal questions how long the administration will tolerate ongoing discussions about American products.
Mrs Gurney of Clar ence Town recounts decade long acute stomach trouble with failing health and doctors. After trying Dr Williams Pink Pills on the advice of a friend she improves markedly, regaining strength sleep and appetite and credits the remedy with restoring her health. Pills are sold by druggists or mail from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady N Y.
A disjointed column recalls the Czarina’s English upbringing despite German birth and mentions a mix of local items. Another fragment notes a sermon in blank verse, a Santa Clara or Sacramento city sighting, and various ads and notices about doctors, tonics, and a New Mexico political shift.
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