Fence fight over railroad bed ends in arrests
In Haurelia Iowa a Kansas farmer gains possession of a railroad bed at issue in a right of way dispute. Judge Myers in Leavenworth orders the sheriff to hold the property as a fence is torn down by a group of men accompanying a Topeka train. Thirty men tear the sheriff’s fence and are arrested. The Santa Fe warrants accuse Farmer Stone of abstracting United States snail records.
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Slavery in California Chinese Girls in Bondage Petition to McKinley
A California petition urges President McKinley to appoint a congress inquiry into human trafficking of Chinese girls kept in bondage. The appeal cites numerous victims in San Francisco and across the state, describing forced servitude, confinement, and prostitution linked to trafficking networks and hostile enforcement of immigration laws.
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Pearls in Mussel Shells Riches in Arkansas Lake
Near Balk Knob Arkansas residents have found valuable pearls in a local lake. A syndicate will lease the lake for five years for $1000, plan to fence the area, dredge with steam equipment, and operate an upscale club house, claiming the lake as the nation’s richest pearl producer.
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Ban on Irish Picnic Ordered by Bishop Fink
Bishop Fink of the Leavenworth and Kansas City Catholic diocese bans Catholics from attending the Irish American picnic planned in Kansas City next Sunday claiming it is a holy day observance and not fitting. Despite his letter United Irish Societies president Falmond Lynch says the picnic will proceed.
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Besieged by Cubans at Puerta Principe
Reports from Puerta Principe Cala describe ingurgents gathering as several sorties occur on suburbs. Two small blockhouses attacked, garrisons driven out, forts burned, convoy trains captured, food supplies reduced. Pacifical residents face starvation while guards signal markets disabled to protect them.
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Champion Bigamist Bates Calls Convention of Wives
David Bates under arrest in Illinois for having five wives, with three in separate households, issues a notice inviting all wives or women who aspired to be wives to meet at the stock yards police station in South Halstead and Matison Streets at 9 a m on August 1 for a group interview Bates asks Marquette Kalamazoo and Galena papers to publish the notice and spread word of the gathering.
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Desperadoes Shot Down in Coffee County Shootout
Two Alabama outlaws Allen Lightfoot and his son fight five deputy sheriffs on a Pea River road in Coffee County. Lightfoot senior is killed, his son wounded gravely, while officers suffer no serious injuries. The scene follows long pursuit for various felonies and a fierce crossfire.
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Secretary Shierman’s Reply to the Caveas on Hawaii Annexation
Reported note that Secretary Sherman’s forthcoming reply to Japan’s protest over Hawaii’s annexation will be brief and conciliatory. Foster’s statement to President Harrison will restate treaty principles, arguing treaties lapse only if their contracting state ceases to exist. It counters Japanese fears of loss of privileges and Pacific power balance, noting Hawaii’s long U S association and political alignment.
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Work Rushes at Brooklyn Yard on Big Lattleship Repairs
Vigorous activity is reported across Droakdyn navy yard with all departments pushing ships into repairs and upgrades. Battleship Texas is set to depart this week to catch the fleet, then return later in the month for dry dock. Cincinnati remains in the dry dock for at least three more weeks and Annapolis is being prepared for sea but won’t be ready for a couple of weeks. Detroit receives battery alterations, removing the 5 inch guns and replacing them with higher caliber weapons as planned.
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The Pension Roll Near One Million Mark
The Pension Office reports the U S pension rolls approach one million with 683,258 beneficiaries at year start, up 12,851. During the year 69,101 new pensions were granted and 8,971 persons restored. There were 1, and 90 deaths, 1,705 remarriages of widows, 1, SSI orphans reaching majority, 2,083 failures to claim, and 8,600 losses from unrecorded causes.
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Pointer and Patchen to Race in Chicago on August 21
Star Pointer and Jon Patenen will meet Igalu in Chicago on August 21 to fight for pacing supremacy. The purse is 4:00 with winner takes all. The club requires alternating heats. At Washington Park Volnter led every heat and won in straight heats, while at Columbus Patchen set a record 2:01 3, last week, and won all three heats.
Market Quotations Across Cities and Commodities
Regional market quotes list cattle prices from Chicago and Milwaukee to St. Louis and New York, covering cattle hogs sheep and grain. Prices range widely for wheat corn oats rye butter and eggs, with No. 2 red and white varieties and creamery butter cited across markets in Chicago Milwaukee Buffalo and more.
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Dubuque and Chicago Trials Stir Public Wears
Numerous items from Chicago court alarms and Iowa town notes. Judge Goggin faces corruption claims while Menard and Arnold are tied to murder and robbery cases. Governor Drake rumors denied as Abbott installations proceed. Local crimes include a Marian River burglary, a saloon shooting, and a suicide over alcohol debts.
Gun Goes Off Too Soon In Fort Dodge Drill
A premature discharge during a gun drill fatally wounds Private James Dally of Company Vy Algona and injures others, amid a chaotic scene as spectators scatter. Reports describe a second incident with Constable Weitzel fighting drunks in Geneva, while electing committees and announcing a fall meeting schedule.
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Canovas Murdered in Spain After Assassination Attempt
Antonio Canovas del Castillo, prime minister of Spain, was fatally shot at Santa Agueda in Naples. The assassin fled, and Canovas died after suffering a brutal wound to the forehead amid public mourning and international shock.
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Big Wheel Meet at Willow Grove Ends in Turmoil
A chaotic big wheel meet at Willow Grove Mark featured multiple records and a reported burglary by Arthur Gardiner of Chienguy. The event showcased sprint and pace attempts, with standout performances from local competitors and a crowd of spectators amid technical difficulties and near-record finales.
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Void bicycle tax ruling and property dispute details
A court ruling voids a bicycle tax and addresses an associated property dispute involving Jadeye Tatey Holid and others. The decision touches on enjoining actions, appeals, and the legality of certain property uses, with references to parties including Calum bin and local authorities. The case examines enforcement, right to appeal, and potential remedies amid ongoing proceedings.
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