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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1896
Page
1
A fragment from an OCR page lists place names Aurel ia Iowa and Lloyn-Abros with unclear context. The readable text provides only geographic references and appears as a damaged regional item with no resolvable event or person.
William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska was nominated by the Populist party at Chicago for president by a 1,042 to BBL vote after a turbulent convention. Thomas Br. Watson was named for vice president amid a split with radicals who held a rump convention. The session extended from 0:30 Saturday morning to late afternoon, with fights and expulsions, including a Rhode Island delegate ejection and a West Virginia walkout.
A devastating Colorado flood from a late Friday storm drowned twenty two people in Morrison and flooded the town and surrounding gulch. Rescue efforts continue as authorities fear additional losses with ongoing fears of further floods and residents seeking safety. Deadly weather further reported include ship and port incidents, exotic disease rumors and political notes from distant locales.
RG Dan Co s Weekly Review of Trade reports the week began in extreme gloom across stock and speculative markets due to heavy outgo of gas and a drop in the treasury reserve below minimum. A sharp recovery followed as banks unite to vault 20 million dollars of gold into the treasury and international bankers influence foreign exchange. The gold reserve quickly rises above 100 million. Wheat receipts at western points reach 10,275,267 bushels in the three weeks, while Atlantic exports for three weeks including flour total 4,602,147 bushels against 2,592,059 last year. Despite contradictory accounts, the sense grows that official estimates may be overstated. Wool sales at major markets fall to 1,870,450 pounds, with 42 thousand domestic. Prices not only change but tilt toward lower sales. Week failures total 281 in the United States, 20 in Canada, up from last year.
New York banks deposited gold coins for United States notes as of the close of business on Thursday. The gold reserve rose above 101.85 million dollars, with total bank gold contributions reaching 25.25 million dollars in a 24 hour period, indicating bankers' control over exchange and markets to safeguard the treasury.
Spanish Minister to the United States Senor DeLome told a Lenox press reporter that Key West reports of a Villar del Rio battle and a Suarez Inclan defeat were imaginary. He praised Suarez Inclan as hero of an air engagement at Cavaricara and claimed a victory near Pinar del Rio with 1,700 men dispersing 0,000 rebels.
William Whey confesses killing his wife Mrs Wiley in what he calls self defense at their West Witih Street home. Six shots rang out, Mrs Wiley died en route to a hospital, Wiley minorly wounded. The couple, long quarrelled, had reconciled three months prior. Wiley says his wife shot first, he grabbed the revolver and fired back. Notorious counterfeiter Caughe O. War, alias C. W. Brooks, once indicted for silver dollar counterfeiting, was captured in Detroit on a Mayden warrant after fleeing between Chicago and Minneapolis. He was traced via decoy letters to Jackson, Michigan, escaped, then recaptured Innshud. the clerk recognized him at the post office.
Mrs Henry Ingram of Baule Creek India lines a remarkable case as her 180 day fast continues. Neighbors and hundreds visit her home to glimpse the unusual hunger strike while she reportedly remains well and has shed over 100 pounds since onset.
Continuous rains devastate northwestern Ohio, destroying large areas of crops. Half the hay crop will be unsalable, wheat yield is poor and sprouting, fields remain waterlogged hindering machinery. Thousands of dollars in losses near Findlay, three weeks of wet weather cited as main cause. Additionally report notes China Japan trade treaty signed, favoring China, and counterfeit U S silver certificates seized by Treasury.
New York merchant Henry Keating sues for alimony on grounds of abandonment. Mrs. Keating, about 25, is described as vivacious and stylish, fond of light colored bloomers. He reportedly damaged her bicycle wheel, claimed costume concerns, and cites a separation as sought by both sides after family disputes and alleged heavy drinking.
The will of Miss Stowe offers probate in Hartford Connecticut dated November 3 1885 signed by Charles E Markins Mary Russell Perkins and Arthur Perkins. Property includes jewelry gifts from the women of England to Charles Harriot and Eliza receive silver items and a Duchess of Sutherlandia gift to Georgiana. Residue one third to Rev Charles E Stowe and two thirds to Major John C Parsons with income to daughters Harriot and Eliza. Forest Street home to Harriot and Eliza per a 1888 codicil. Estate valued at 42858.08.
A two week old infant in scanty clothing was found in a clothes basket by Mrs. E. G. Maye of 1214 Chestnut Avenue Mindenpolla after she noticed the child in her back shed. A note said the baby was American born and belonged to a widow without means. Police took the baby to Bethany Home for care. no parents could be identified.
Cleveland marks 100 years since its founding by Gen. Moses Cleveland with business closures, commemorative exercises at the Central Armoury, and a grand parade. A historical address by Gen. Hawley of Connecticut and remarks by Lon McKinley accompany the celebrations. A meteor event is reported near Santos Reyes, Chihuahua, with a dramatic fireball and ensuing destruction. In Minnesota, John Sryde is hanged for murder in Beathord, amid reports from the New York Freeman's Journal.
fragmented OCR summary notes cattle maneuvers and prices with references to feeders, wheat, bonds, and Omaha area details. mentions Yonothy Soul and seed, incomplete lines, includes numbers and scattered farm market terms.
Gen Jones dies after long illness in Dubuque. Born in Vincennes, Indiana, he served as a diplomat from Wisconsin and fought in the Civil War and Black Hawk War era. His death ends a career shaped by political and military service spanning multiple states and eras.
government plans outline where regiments will camp in Ottumwa Mantttan Neneh Lake Olobosi and Trdependence. Governor Drake will inspect camps midweek while Otumwa hosts a reception August 5. Wright reports the War Department has approved supplies and uniforms, with appropriations debated in Congress.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a Page County crime report involving suspects Mian and Wits Shotty and Biraged Laver with Thomas Flanigan in jail at Charman planged. Henry Cree- Wal appears as a key witness and Crepman wand mentions Finniigan. The event centers on alleged theft, intimidation, and a confrontation near Ulvnebard gardens with unclear outcomes, leaving the victim alive but the scene tense and unsettled.
The text recalls a long list of political figures linked by alliances and rivalries, noting a wartime drummer boy later pensioned at $220 a month, and references to Jefferson Davis, Henry Clay, and others. It covers a new Manchester Fish Hatchery project led by George B.K. Davitt, outlining costs, land, ponds, and a grand park plan. It also reports Waterloo lawsuits over Almond Butterfield estate, multiple lawsuits involving land transfers, and various names connected to local scandals and incidents including a corned beef poisoning case at McVey's Homa and other misfortunes with legal outcomes and injuries.
The United States Circuit Court judge Sanborn granted a writ of habeas corpus to Donald C. McGinegar of Cedar Rapids, challenging Iowa's anti cigarette importation and sale law framed last winter and effective July 4. The case aligns with the federal commerce clause rulings limiting state bans on interstate goods. The appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court looms as the case proceeds.
A chaotic party convention in Georgia named Watson as the candidate after a protracted vote with multiple delegations and shifts. It details Sewall and other contenders, state votes, and strategic moves affecting the final selection for the presidential ticket.
Thomas S. Watson of Georgia emerges as a prominent political figure and advocate for education. He studied law, joined the Georgia General Assembly, and served as a Democratic representative. The piece notes his campaigns for Congress, alignment with the People's Party, and involvement in legislative debates and party politics.
The speech by Murray and others at a St. Louis gathering rails against treachery and calls for unity in the People’s party. Emphasizes appeals to patriotism, condemnation of faction, and a pledge to lead a united coalition against rival parties in pursuit of national reform.
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