Nine States Visited by a Fearful Cyclone
A sweeping cyclone struck m4 states Kansas Colorado Nebraska Iowa Missouri Wisconsin Illinois Texas and Indiana with wind rain and hail. Fatalities reported at least 31 with 105 injured though full totals await telegraph restoration. Des Moines and other cities endured unroofed buildings and sunk boats. Damage likely rises to millions.
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Curcaco
Kansas
Colorado
Nebraska
Iowa
Missouri
Wisconsin
Ilinois
Texas
Indiana
Commonwealth
Salina
Edlorado
Strong City
Indian Territory
Towa
Des Moines
Boone
Mt. Ayer
Ottumwa
Muscatine
Marshalltown
Dubuque
Sutton
Norfolk
Platts- Roush
Elkreek
Beaver City
Nebraska City
Kansas City
Sedalia
Minnesota
Beloit
Green Bay
Cyclone devastates Santa Anna Texas killing three
A Texas cyclone near Santa Anna on Thursday night left almost every building damaged or destroyed. Three people died and many were seriously injured including Mrs Haven J C Lamb and several McLaughlin family members. Homes were flattened at Tricknam and five miles away.
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Houston
Tex
Santa Anna
J. W. Hall
Mr. Bass
Story
Willie McCullen
Metanablin
M McLaughlin
Boyer
Bass
W. Wood
J. & McLaugh
B. R. L. McLaughlin
Rose
McLaughlin
Ay McLaughlin
Sallie McLaughlin
John Mayer
L. L. Wooward
C. Reed
Tricknam
Miss Jackson
Frank Ssons Brooks
Brooks
Cyclone Rips Nebraska Towns With Widespread Damage
A large cyclone struck Norfolk Nebraska on Thursday night bringing warm weather earlier. A cloud formed like a balloon, followed by thunder as the storm unroofed a planing mill and destroyed structures including a Palmer family tent injuring a child. Dozens of homes and barns were damaged across several towns causing widespread telegraph outages. No deaths reported though injuries occurred.
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Norgforx
Neb
Norfolk
T.W. Wheaton
Palmer
Episcopal Church
Dr. Debar
Plattsmouth
Brerling
Elk Creek
Beaver City
Inaval
Anselmo
Walpee
Beatrice
Elsie
Dunbar
Sutton
Agar
Nebraska
Omaha
Western Union
Postal Telegraph Companies
Chicago
Sioux City
Towanda Kansas Devastation from Destructive Thursday Storm
A Kansas storm flattened Towanda with 80 families affected. Six people died outright and several were fatally injured. Eldorado doctors aided the wounded. Augusta fatalities include Harmon Hawkins and William Barnes among others. Relief is being sent from surrounding towns to aid South Haven and Augusta areas.
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Kansas City
Towanda
Kan
Eldorado
Augusta
Harmon Hawkin
Albert Barnes
William Barnes
Wilam Rhodes
Harmon Hoskins
Abbott
J. H. Patty
South Haven
John Moorehouse
Moorehouse
Ohn Lurmaster
Fifty Die As Cyclone Rips Through Kansas Farm Towns
Kansas City reports a toll around fifty from the recent cyclone. Wamego and nearby farms suffered severe destruction with multiple deaths including Mrs Eggers and three children, and several Taylors buried in the ruins. Barns, outbuildings, and livestock were destroyed as the storm moved across the area. The wind lasted about ten minutes and was followed by a heavy rain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Wamego
Kan
Necial
Albert Eggers
Nespegirvets
Joseph Johnson
Nemhey
Taylor
Noes
Nelson
Neb
Portuguese youth dies after medicine from Western Islands
Taunton Massachusetts medical examiner reports a sudden death after a medicine from the Western Islands was given to Antoine Peters a young Portuguese. An inquest is ordered. Dr. Presbrey suspects canine or hemlock as the poison. Parents resist investigation but officials will pursue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taunton
Mass
Presbrey
Antoine Peters
Islands
Consolidation of Dominion Cotton Mills Formed in Canada
A Montreal syndicate buys all Dominion cotton mills and forms the Canada Consolidated Cotton Mills Company. The mills include Ontario Dundas Merriton Lybster Kennedy St. Croix Stor mont and become under A F Gault and David Morrice. Montreal will manage operations with a capital of 5 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Ont
Dominion
Montreal
Qcanada Consolidated Cotton Mills Company
Ontario
Dundas
Merritton
Lybster
Kennedy
Cornwall
Stormont
St. Croix
New Brunswick
A F. Gault
David Morrice
Amalgamated Mills
Arrival of the Missouri Delivers Flour to Starving Russians
Lisav April 3 report says the Missouri reached port at 2 pm with 22 days voyage. The ship carried flour for Russia and the reception showed strong American relief intent. The Russian government cooperated to expedite the food delivery to victims, with distribution managed to satisfy the American committee.
Democratic Clubs Urge Nationwide Organization for 1892 Campaign
The National Association of Democratic Clubs executive committee issues a circular urging prompt and wide Democratic organization for the coming campaign. It calls for uniform Democratic societies, early primary formations, and union into state and national bodies. A general committee will meet in Chicago June 21 to set dates for the national convention and allocate delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
National Association of Democratic Clubs
House of Representatives
Union
Jefferson
Chicago
Plan of the Silver Men Obstructs House Business
A Washington report from April 2 notes silver advocates weigh a strategy of obstruction to all legislation except tariff measures until their bill gains priority. A leading silver supporter hinted at 80 lawmakers uniting to block bills, favoring tariff actions and delaying appropriations until fair consideration of the silver measure is achieved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washineton
Crisp
Democrats Disturbed Over Bangor Convention Plan
Bangor Maine March 31 Democrats react with astonishment to a despatch stating the State committee selected William Henry Clifford of Portland as convention chairman and named a two-member resolutions committee from each district to draft platform. Local editors condemn the move as unprecedented and potentially aimed at licensing issues or captur ing the convention. The Maine delegation is urged to remain independent, with strong opposition to binding support for any candidate.
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Bangor
Associated Press
State Committee
William Henry Clifford
Portland
Cleveland
Maine
Chicago
Russel
Gorman
Benner
Comercial
Democratuio
Cullom Draws Out and Backs Harrison for President
Senator Cullom writes ex May or Roche saying he will not seek the presidency again and favors renomination of President Harrison. He notes a hard battle ahead for the party and urges harmony in state and national conventions to ensure success and continuation of current policy.
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Washington
Cullom
Roche
Chicago
Harrison
Illinois
Whitman Funeral Body Lays In State In Campen N J
Between 11 and 1 oclock this afternoon crowds viewed the body of Walt Whitman in Campen New Jersey. Notables including George W. Childs Julian Hawthorne Col Randers G Ingersoll and Edmund Clarence Stedman attended. The funeral at Harlingen cemetery featured a scripture reading and an oration by Dr R M Buck. The service reflected Whitmans democratic ideals and his own direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Ingersoll
Grace Howard Furness
Daniel G. Brinton
John Mecabe
J. Ye Qeston
Lincoln L. Eyre
Howard
Wilkes
Balentt
Buck
Nana Rie
Charles Art
Ronse
Nein Teen Be Morris
Aoe Re Gilder
D. Bush
Julius Chambers
Thomas Eakins
R. M. Buck
Londone
Robert G. Ingersoll
Conatettane
Apd Pts
Ody
Whitman
Dissipation of armed bands in Garza campaign
Gen Schofield released Gen Staney report via Capt Chase stating all organized neutral violators have been dissipated. District revolutionaries are under bond and facing charges for aiding the revolt. Sheriffs and marshals will handle remaining work while troops near the Rio Grande frontier remain essential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Schofield
Garza
Staney
George F. Chase
3D Cavalry
Rio Grande
Objections to Briggs dress spark political jibe in Transcript
A Transcript writer mocks Gov Briggs attire a high black stock without a shirt collar and recalls a Sunday prayer urging Briggs’s election. The piece contrasts religious zeal with practical politics and notes a Whig father who refused to vote for Briggs over the fashion affront.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Briggs
Transcript
Pee Ay
George N. Briggs
Briggs
London writer rebukes incredulity over 300 year Guy Fawkes search
A London writer in the New Orleans Times Democrat says his incredulity at the 300 year pursuit of Guy Fawkes was rebuked. He suggests the lord chamberlain should have led the searching party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Fawkes
London
New Orleans Times Democrat
Flooding Hits Red River Valley Wheat Stocks Losses
A St. Paul despatch reports heavy rains across North Dakota and northern Minnesota flooding large areas. Authorities estimate losses exceed 10,000,000 bushels of wheat in the Red River valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curiaco
St. Paul
North Dakota
Minnesota
Red River Valley
Garza Said to Be in San Antonio
Garza, alleged Mexican revolutionist, is in San Antonio and can be produced with little trouble. He reportedly claims much of the telegraphed uprisings were fakes by sensationalist correspondents. He is said to have led smugglers in the past but never headed a revolutionary army or political party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Tex
Garza
Ivis
Maine man claims he met Dr Coolidge in Nevada City
Lewiston resident L D Withal recounts meeting and speaking with John Coolidge, alleging the California physician known as Dr Coolidge escaped prison after being linked to the 1848 Waterville murder. Withal asserts he can corroborate Mrs Parker’s statements and would take an oath to prove the encounter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Withal
Lewiston
Grower
Tug Grope
N. P. Coolidge
Columbia
California
Gropp
Richard Parker
Coolidge
Edward Matthews
Waterville
Prign
Tor
Coolidvisbenha
Madine
Kennebec
Nevada City
Nidee
Lu K
Parker Gerd
Californ
Ex Governor Ames Tests Tariff Views For Delegate Post
Ex Governor Ames declares his candidacy as delegate at large to gauge public sentiment on tariffs. He argues for a moderate protectionist line, cites New England iron industry disputes with the McKinley bill, and urges keeping moderates within the party while appealing to former Republicans. He notes petitions for free iron ore and 24 percent duty on pig iron, and criticizes excessive tariffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Minneapolis
State Central Committee
Republican Party
New England
Carroll D. Wright
Europe
Ohio
Saat
Rhode Island in Turbulent Election Fight Draws Big Names
A lively Rhode Island rally scene features Gov. Russell of Massachusetts and ex-Secretary Whitney joining the Democratic base. Speakers push tariff reform amid strong applause and pledges to mobilize support for the November election, while Republican critiques and Irish immigrant sentiment loom in the crowd. The event showcases intense party engagement, large attendance, and decisive calls to rally behind the Democratic platform.
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Rhode Island
Cleveland
Rusell
Massachusetts
Whitney
Providence
Russell
Overa
Wardwell
Gov. Passel
McAdoo
New Apeney
Reed and McKinley Speak on Tariffs in Providence
Ex Speaker Reed and Senator Aldrich ally with Gov Ladd and Rep Harr of Michigan at Music Hall Providence addressing Rhode Island voters. Reed attacks free trade and tariff reversals, cites wage and consumer price changes since 1860s. McKinley of Ohio supports protective tariffs and sound currency amid crowd of lawmakers and supporters.
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Provinence
R. L
Music Hall
Reed
Congressman Harr
Michigan
Gov. Ladd
Congressman Reed
Rhode Island
England
Democratic Party
United States
Aldrich
Ene McKinley
Ohio
Breaking the Joyful News Cloak Review
An elder man addresses a younger friend with praise and affection, admiring his lofty qualities as he speaks in a cloaked review. The scene emphasizes mentorship and approval in a quiet, intimate exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cloak Review
Justice Lamar In Critical Condition In Washington
In Washington on April 3 Justice Lamar of the Supreme Court is reported in much more serious condition than publicly known. He has suffered hemorrhages from the lungs for several days and shows symptoms of Brights disease. His family is greatly worried as recurrent bleeding prevents sleep and worsens his ailment.
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Washmorton
Justice Lamar
Supreme Court
Bright
Corpse groaned after grip causes eerie recovery
Eli Cole of Katellen near Bethlenem Pennsylvania aged 81 appeared dead after the grip. Undertaker Hall began lifting the body when Cole stirred and groaned. He spoke in a whisper hours later describing the dread as friends closed his eyes. Despite two days of hope he died Thursday night, the victim of frightful nervous strain rather than the illness.
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Bethlenem
Penn
Eli Cole
Katellen
Here
Undertaker Hall
Cole
Mr. Cole
32 Degree Mason Now a Catholic in South Boston
Dr W H M Ruddick a prominent Mason with the 32d degree and many affiliations has converted to Catholicism. He was received Saturday at St Peter and Paul church by Auxiliary Bishop John Brady after long study and changing beliefs from Episcopalian to Catholicism.
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South
Boston
W. HM. Ruddick
Dr. Ruddick
Church of the Advent
Ruddick
Knights of Honor
Peter and Paul's Church
South Boston
John Brady
D. D
Radajek Ware
James F. Spaulding
New Orleans Ablaze Destructive Cotton Fire Devours 80 000 Bales
A massive early morning fire in New Orleans destroyed the Cotton Exchange presses and 60 000 to 80 000 bales of cotton, with flames aided by high winds spreading to surrounding structures. Firefighters faced intense heat. 2.4 million dollars in cotton and 150 000 dollars in presses losses were reported, likely started by a discarded cigarette.
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New Orleans
North Front St
Independence Press
Orleans Press
Peters
Frant
Thalia
Robinsts
Penrose Brothers
Orleans
Adam Loreh
Shippers
Boyd & Herrick
Be Polite, Pharmaceutical Era Confirms Courteous Office Etiquette
An NY firm officer notes that polite greetings and frank notices when busy improve interactions with callers. He recalls a Boston advertiser who, despite not inviting entry, later sought his business, illustrating that courteous treatment remains a valued exchange in advertising.
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New York
Severa
Boston
Ling
Trade review notes improved outlook and steady prices
R G Dun & Company Weekly Review of Trade reports better business prospects in Boston and New York as manufacturers show gains. Cotton and wool goods rise in production while prices stay generally steady. Boot and shoe shipments exceed last year with large orders. leather, rubber goods, and furniture trade improve alongside dry goods. Financials show 1892 first quarter failures in the United States and Canada with Liabilities down from last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
R. G. Dun & Company
Boston
Milner
United Reas
Canada
Asre
R. G. Dun & Co
E. Rnuagell
Mercantile Agency
Te Careph
Competing Syndicates Seek Nickel Lands and Refining
A powerful French syndicate plans to acquire nickel lands in Algoma and build large refining works to compete with Societe du Nickel. Societe owns four refineries abroad, and claims Sudbury ore can be produced at a third the cost. Early this summer, operations on a large scale are expected to begin. Also notes a proposed new Department of Commerce and Trade in Washington with a cabinet-level chief to streamline commerce and reduce Treasury workload.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suprory
Algoma
Societe du Nickel
New Caledonia
Glasgow
Secol
Islington
Birmingham
Eng
Havre
France
Eiserbonn
Ger
Aloma
Department of Commerce and Trade
Washtoton
Massachusetts State Board of Trade
Congress
Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
Treasury Department
Thediecs
Secretary of the Treasury
A British Blackguard Milbank Denounced in Editorial
The New York Morning Advertiser prints an editorial condemning H Valin Milbank, a self proclaimed fighting man linked to Mr. Borrowe and Mr. Drayton. The piece dismisses his claims of duels across Europe and asserts he is not in the British army nor a real magistrate. It mocks his boasts and labels him a vulgar bully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Valin Milbank
Mr. Borrowe
Drayton
Europe
York
North Riding
Milbank
Gilbert
Charles Mitchell
Squire Milbank
Clockmaker Gawen Browne and Boston’s town clock saga
Gawen Browne, a noted clock and watch maker, proposed a self–designed replacement for Boston’s aging town clock in 1767. The council funded his design, and the finished clock was installed in Faneuil Hall, with Browne seeking further remuneration over time.
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Gawen Browne
State St
King St
Transcript
Boston
England
Browne
Faneuil Hall
Ole
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