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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1894
Page
3
Reports from St. Paul on September 4 describe the Hinckley catastrophe as one of the nation’s worst, with conservative dead counts around 862 and estimates rising toward 1000. Property losses across the area exceed 2 million dollars amid widespread devastation. Wisconsin fires cause no known fatalities as ground remains tinder dry despite showers.
A Minnesota forest disaster wipes out six towns including Hinckley Sandstone Pokegama Sandstone Junction Skunklake and Mission Creek with 355 known dead and hundreds missing. Relief trains deliver aid to Pine City and other towns as crews battle flames that jumped into Hinckley.
In St Paul on September 4 the Sandstone holocaust victims include Mrs. McNamara and her daughter Lallie. John McNamara found their bodies and identified them by clothing and items. Mrs. McNamara carried $3,500 cash, raising doubt about the identity and fueling suspicion of motives behind the disaster.
In Sandstone a devastating fire destroyed the town leaving 62 dead. Investigations identify remains including a wife and mayor’s father among the victims. About 40 bodies lay in streets with 22 found later in outskirts. Decomposition hastened by sun and rain as officials plan burials today.
Prise City reports undertaker J. G. Donnelly describing shocking scenes in Hinckley yesterday. He notes suspicion that a few lawless individuals among relief seekers acted as ghouls and vandals, stealing valuables from bodies and ransacking pockets.
Fires in north Wisconsin destroy Bashaw Rubicon and Baronnette with one death and widespread damage to about a dozen towns. A Milwaukee and St. Paul train near Ontonagan derails from warped rails, engineer Fred Almquist killed as logs pile on his engine. Partial town threat mentioned.
A sudden flood from the Leona river inundated Uvalde causing widespread destruction. At least twenty people are confirmed drowned with estimates rising to twenty five as rescue efforts continue. Homes were submerged and many residents left mourning in the wake of the disaster.
Washington September 3 Indiana Pythians captured the $500 first prize in the battalion prize drill at the Knights of Pythias encampment. In division drills the Hoosiers placed lower than hoped, with Hastings Michigan first and Parkersburg West Virginia second among the nine listed awards.
United States Attorney Dixon and staff conferred on the Debs contempt case to be heard by Judge Woods on September 25. Officials outlined a plan for a thorough prosecution of the strike leaders, promising a strong case and a trial lasting three to four days.
NewsIt e Alabama Sept 4 report says Robert Cross was seized at work by Bob Ashley and his father who fired six bullets into Cross causing instant death. The motive was Cross had kissed Ashley's daughter at church, witnesses terrified as the assailants fled the scene.
In Fort Wayne on Sept 1 Mascot Flying Jib and Nancy Hanks were dethroned as Robert J, driven by Edward Geers, set a new fastest mile in harness, lowering the world record from 2 04 to 2 03 34.
James Gregory, 45, living with Mrs. James Loomis on a farm west of Kokomo, was shot at her bedside while giving medicine. Horace Loomis, a cousin to Gregory, was captured after a quarrel over the old lady’s property. The killer fled to Clinton county then returned with an implausible robbery story.
Clem Studebaker of Sourn Bexp Ind denies ever knowing Nellie Newstretter, who dispatches in San Francisco tied him to the Vanderbilt captor rumor. He expresses annoyance at the misassociation.
Edward Hathaway aged 38 and a Terre Haute man died after falling fifty feet from a smokestack at the Citizens' Street Railway power house on Louisiana street. He and his brother were painting the stack when the hook slipped causing the scaffold to collapse. His brother William only suffered minor injuries.
Indianapolis crowd packs Lincoln Park for the first production of the Last Days of Pompeii on Labor Day. Fireworks display and opening night praised overall despite minor first-night hitches. next performance set for Thursday night.
A fire at 1 o'clock this morning in Aston City burned several Ohio side structures including Hook's butter tub factory Wilson's lumber sheds J Cain Co grocery and residence and Brellahan's saloon. Fire was not under control until 3 o'clock.
NEWCASTLE Ind Sept 4 Yesterday John W Haskett a Straughn merchant and postmaster under Harrison killed himself by shooting in the head. The act ends his career and leaves the community shaken by the tragedy.
T. S. Guthrie of Muncie is named president of Indiana state Universalist convention. Reports include accidents in Jeffersonville, Centerville, Greenfield, and Indianapolis windstorm damage. Acquittal of Rev J W Porter, arrest of Rev O C Haskill, and resignations noted. Officials Turpie back in Indianapolis to direct campaign.
Senator Voorhees health again worsens after a recent bed rest following a late week illness. Doctors say he cannot enter the Indiana campaign this fall, disappointing Democratic leaders who hoped for four speeches. Campaign plans for Terre Haute Fort Wayne Indianapolis Evansville Vincennes and Shelbyville are likely canceled or delayed while he seeks a health resort.
Washington reports Miss Alice Sanger the White House stenographer under Harrison has been moved to the post office department with a salary cut from 1600 to 1400 dollars. She is currently on leave traveling in the far west. The census office releases first farm and home ownership data across states.
In Minnesotas Grant county at Stony Brook the Knudson & Thorsen threshing engine exploded. Frank Knudson died instantly when crushed. Knute Hanson died from a head wound four hours later. Tollof Anderson died from a leg wound four hours after. Hans Thorsen survived with severe burns. The blast killed all nearby witnesses and left no clear cause.
President Cleveland and Secretary Thurber went fishing aboard the cat boat Ruth at Buzzako's Bay on August 31. They started in good spirits but returned despondent as Ruth becalmed and the anticipated sport was not enjoyed. He plans to stay in the area until October or later, subject to recall for urgent administrative business.
Reported disaster describes a blaze among anchored flower boats in the Canton river. Hundreds of vessels burned and about 1,000 natives aboard perished by fire or drowning. Separate dispatch notes changes in Hong Kong plague status and a New York political development with Levi P. Morton accepting a gubernatorial nomination offer from Thomas C. Platt.
GranD Ramps Mich Sept 1 A fast train bound for Petoskey crashed into a herd of cattle twelve miles south of Baldwin. Fireman John Kobe was killed instantly and Engineer John B Patterson died later from injuries. One passenger Mrs Dockery was slightly hurt. Several passengers escaped as connections were delayed and others missed the wreck.
Mrs. Gilbert Potter, a fish vendor, was assaulted and murdered at Rice City last night. Neighbors found her dead in bed with a bullet wound above the right ear the pistol nearly touching her hair. A 5-year-old child was found asleep in a closet. Tramps suspected.
Phebe Irwin, 55, files suit against Rev. Christopher Lakenburg, 80, a noted Methodist minister, alleging romantic advances and a betrothal, then a postponed wedding after his Paris trip. The case seeks a large sum for alleged broken affections.
Paris reports Mrs. Vanderbilt and three children at Schwalbach with Colonel and Mrs. William Jay. No real communication between Mr. Vanderbilt and his wife for weeks except through Chauncey Depew who was called to consult on President Newell’s death. Publicity prompts parties to rethink pursuing a divorce.
Labor day observances report mixed turnout as Indianapolis sees about 1200 in line while Chicago crowds total 12000 in rain and Boston 15000 and New York 20000 participate. Toronto marks first observance of the day with participation noted. Picnic features in Indianapolis were enjoyed.
Judge Brown of the circuit court sustains Mayor Denny's right under the city charter to establish a civil service board to examine applicants. The ruling affirms the remarrer to the complaint filed by Attorney W. and preserves the mayor’s authority in Indianapolis.
Norville Bowman, a mailing clerk at Hentivetox post office, disfigured when a stamp hit an envelope with an explosive, blowing the stamper apart. A surgeon says Bowman’s eyesight remains unaffected. In Trox Mouxtaim Mich a heavy rain fell after noon, checking fires along the fire belt and easing danger to towns.
Denver September 4 The two Democratic factions holding state conventions appointed conference committees that drafted a joint platform and nominated a full state ticket acceptable to both sides.
Li t tle Rock Sept 4 The state election yesterday was carried by the Democrats by 15000 to 20000 In some counties Republicans and Populists fused The colored vote was light.
Lexington September 4 The primaries that will decide the Ashland district outcome are scheduled for Saturday September 15. The district is described as being thoroughly stirred up.
Cincinnati rate war looms as G A R notes a Pittsburg rate. Revenue office claims 2,000,000 card stamps. only 80,000 distributed. Rev H P Dannecker elected German secretary of Ohio Evangelical Lutheran synod. Mrs Calvin Sample loses 2,000 in notes and jewelry in a cook stove fire. Alabama Republicans refuse to nominate a ticket and back Populists. Governor Waite faces arrest excitement and claims likely acquittal. Boston NAACP style protest in Faneuil Hall urges congress to investigate lynchings. suit filed in London against U S by Peter Arnot alias Hugh Ansandale. Levine family burned in New York sweater shop. fireman injured. Northern news covers fusing with Populists, rail alliances, and Ponca marshal shooting. Denver delegates show Waite opposition. Waite discharged after hearing. Medals delayed for foreign exhibitors. railroads seek alliance. Ponca city marshal kills visiting cowboy. strike evidence heard. Waite case in Chicago federal court. Tolles ton land company receiver sought. Mrs Hoffman murdered in New York. A P committee backs liquor dealer admission amendments. Tescott bank holdup. $1,000 stolen. one shot. Amateur theater killer accident. infant killed. wife and father shot. mother survives in Indianapolis. Mob murders six suspected arsonists near Millington. officers under arrest. Ohio wheelmen set new mile record. D d Paris weakens. Lake Shore manager chosen. Chicago meeting to revive price-maintenance for plumbing. Fred Miller on wagered walk from NY to NO nearing Louisville.
W. W. Moore dies in Madison from boiled custard served at a Rankin county wedding near Fanning. Several guests fell ill and three children died. Moore’s brother is ill with poor prospects for recovery. All who ate the custard were struck by violent illness.
W L Wilson was renominated for congress by the Second district Democrats in Martinsburg West Virginia. Enthusiastic supporters greeted him at the train and carried him to a carriage then to the Central Opera House where the convention was held. The reception was described as more than an ovation.
Prevailing prices listed for Indianapolis grain and cattle with notes on oats and corn futures. Cattle receipts light, shipments none, outlook for lower near term. Prices shown for good to choice shipping steers, heifers, cows, mixed stock, hogs, and sheep with ranges from low to high values.
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