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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1893
Page
2
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The article notes the first jury to rule under the new law declares it clearly unconstitutional. It mentions the president has rheumatism in his leg and that there are political tensions in South Virginia amid fringe factions.
In a tense commentary, the author claims the Democratic party faces a panic caused by Republican legislation. The piece argues Currency Reform and Tariff Reform will provide sound money, fair prices, and strong markets, leading voters to reject current power and support reform.
The article argues that Dr Moukat and contemporaries have more plate matter than rivals while Drwectar is filled with local news and current comment. It downplays retirement talk of Hon. William Holman as incorrect and asserts his national role and value beyond district.
The Republic notes Benjamin Harrison lost favor after calling the Fifty third Congress a team of wild horses. Friends say he spoke daily without harm, but his remark offended Congress members and alienated political backers. He withdraws from the 1893 race as managing politicians desert him.
A train of fifteen cars loaded with a premium wool lot leaves Crawfordsville tomorrow for Philadelphia. McClure & Graham sold the wool at 18 to 22 cents in Montgomery, higher than regional prices, and the shipment, over 150000 pounds, marks the largest from the county this year amid a lively wool market and dealer speculation.
The Albany Journal notes President Cleveland will publish a communication denying any third term ambition and forbidding use of his name in that context. The move follows Governor Flower's favorable remarks about Cleveland and chatter that Cleveland may seek another nomination in 1894, a claim traced to enemies in New York.
After a massive blaze at a Cold Storage Warehouse near the World’s Fair, firefighters and onlookers witnessed a deadly sequence as workers and guards leaped from a burning tower. By afternoon, 14 dead, eight charred bodies recovered, with officials probing the cause and several missing presumed, painting a grisly scene of destruction and heroism.
A blazing observation tower atop a cold storage warehouse led to heroic attempts by fire crews and guards. Eight guards followed Captain Harkness into the tower while firemen battled flames hundreds of feet above the main roof, many perishing in the smoke and heat.
Miss Annesley Kenally appointed judge of the hygienic section for the world fair arrives from Southampton via New York. She warns of possible cholera in the fall, cites Mecca outbreaks and rising cases in France, urging vigilance despite past escapes.
A fire at Schofield's woolen mills yesterday afternoon destroyed the building and stock valued at 70 000 dollars with an estimated loss near 50 000 dollars. Partial insurance coverage is reported.
Dr. McGlynn plans to continue discussing controversial topics after excommunication. He will speak at the upcoming world congress of religions, arguing his doctrines align with Catholic teachings after review by Mgr Satolli and four theologians. The Tribune notes a possible elevation to bishop.
In Denver on July 12 a Denver silver convention drew about 2000 attendees. The day featured report making as resolutions were prepared for today. Governor Waite, a Populist, delivered a sensational speech warning against the money power and urging readiness to defend national liberties, even at risk of blood.
Reports from Pomeroy describe a devastating tornado that destroyed most of the town. Death tallies reach 80 to 100 with many more injured, while a morgue and improvised hospital form at the former post office and hotel. Relief stations, doctors, and soldiers aid thousands amid heat and chaos.
The dispatches report a Democratic city convention with Sullivan supporters narrowly controlling ballots. Other items cover Terre Haute car works voluntary assignment, a drowning incident on the Wabash river involving George Cir Tol and George Tate, a shooting between John and Dan Donovan, a poisoning attempt in Maple street, the Indiana Anti Liquor League presidency, a fatal train accident near Ricamonte, and tinplate wage dispute developments.
A violent wind and rainstorm on Lake Michigan caused the yacht Chesapeake to capsize near the life saving station. Nine aboard were thrown into the water. four drowned. The dead are T. Fplm Bonis, W. 3B. Consist, Herman H. Chase, Harvey Maktow. Rescued: Georges Gray, Edith Thompson, Fred Avery, Willian Avery, William Elliott.
Justice Sam wel B Blatchford died quietly at 7:20 last night at his Newport Rhode Island cottage in Germnough Place F220. He had suffered two sight paralytic strokes three weeks earlier and was not expected to recover. Mrs Blatchford and their son and Dr Rankin were present at his death. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
Chicago Grain and Provision lists WHEAT and CATTLE prices with July and Sept figures. Wheat July open and close at varying levels, CATTLE ranges include port steers and feeder steers with dollar amounts, plus OATS and other grain notes from the session.
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