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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1893
Page
2
A Buchanan Georgia farmer reports his tame rattlesnake roams the premises and battles forty watchdogs to deter intruders. Local tale notes the creature’s fearless defense of its territory.
A joint commission of United States and Canadian representatives is appointed to investigate mackerel habits in the mouth of the St. Lawrence. There is a demand for a thorough study of mackerel habits and origin in the western waters.
The Campania heads for New York with steam up and a captain determined to beat the westward trans Atlantic record. After 140 miles in six and a half hours the captain’s goal seems within reach.
The article notes the nineteenth century ends at midnight December 31, 1909, while others argue over the exact century boundary and some favor treating December 30, 1899, as the end. It highlights a public dispute about when a century completes and how to mark the transition.
Englishmen seek to honor Izaak Walton on Aug 9 the 300th anniversary of his birth with monuments for him in towns where boys fish and chase bass and minnows, a tribute to the gentle angler.
The ocean hosts various fish that dress themselves, notably the anten narius. This small fish covers its body with seaweed, gluing pieces with gelatinous strings and using its fore fins to hold the material in place as it travels the Saragossa sea.
A historic inscription states the queen's mortal remains lie in a gray granite sarcophagus with Prince Albert's ashes. The monument bears the inscription Fare well, well beloved, Here at last I will rest with thee. With thee Christ I will rise again.
Hadianus Junius observed a Mechlin cherry stone in Brabant shaped as a basket holding fourteen pairs of dice with visible pips. An Italian Rossi carving at Florence featured a glory of sixty saints and was displayed for many years.
The writer notes that while horsewhipping debtors is a tempting idea, it is mainly a female fantasy and unlikely to become widespread since women are not part of the creditor class. The remark blends satire with social commentary on debt and gender roles.
A growing wave of inexpensive eateries painted white spreads across the country. Observers note many are dairy restaurants or coffee houses following a New Yorker’s example with cream colored fronts. The trend counts in the hundreds nationwide.
A historical note argues that ocean steamers must slow to gain real benefit in sea voyages. It predicts Europe trips may reach four days at sea, easing nerves and fatigue, with future plans for voyages to Australia or Japan for travelers seeking sea air.
The study surveys why humans have varying hair length and distribution. It notes that hair is a key feature distinguishing races and that humans may possess more body hair than many other species, inviting further inquiry into evolutionary and biological explanations.
The article notes oil cleans better than water for actors removing makeup. Cocoa butter is replaced by cocoa oil as a superior preparation. Drug stores sell it in fresh or rancid forms. It claims cocoa oil gives the most delightful emollient bath, and a test is described using a smoky railway journey.
In ages past a deep eastern Sierra valley formed at the Trocke river headwaters. Granite peaks rose while earthquakes opened fissures. Lava floods poured from these vents, cooling into vast sheets and blocks and building a 2000 to 3000 foot high wall across the valley. Storms filled the basin creating Lake Tahoe.
A digest of notable events from the past week across home and world fronts. Summaries cover political developments, economic shifts, notable cultural happenings, scientific advances, and major public concerns, presented in concise items for quick reading.
Joseph W. Ady of Topeka resigns as United States district attorney. Secretary Carlisle dismisses W. N. Wicker the Chinese inspector at New Orleans. Rumor claims the United States won its case before the Bering sea arbitration board. Fifteen people including eight federal officials are indicted in Portland for smuggling Chinese and opium into the United States.
Gov Markham names former California governor George C Perkins to fill the late Leland Stanford's U S Senate seat. Mrs Ingalls receives a chair over a century old once owned by her great aunt who bought it in 17SS. Osman Pasha, Egyptian agriculture secretary, visits the fair to study American cotton raising methods.
A sweep of calamities is reported including eleven year old Eddie Hummell drowning after a tug fall at Portage Lake in Michigan, Frisco Williams drowning bathing in a river at Palmer Indiana, and John Daniels a bootblack drowned near Freeport. Cyclone damage at Cale Ohio and crop destruction follow.
A long list of fatal and violent incidents from multiple states includes Tuastado Lobato shot dead in Albuquerque after a cattle dispute. Henry Custer’s suicide in Bridgeport amid love disappointment. David Loser’s fatal store shooting in Little Rock over an insult to his sister. and other killings, suicides, arson attempts, and jailhouse hangings.
Reports cite a clash where Hawaiian lepers faced troops, killing three soldiers, and an explosion in a Hornfieur dynamite factory near Havre, France, killed nine. France and four nations agree to exclude the 2 1-2 franc silver coin from Latin union circulation. The Paris Journal Official fixes August 20 for chamber of deputies elections with second ballots on September 3. King Carlos of Portugal intervened in a carriage fight to stop a brawl.
A violent incident ends with the assailant overpowered and handed to police after a fatal confrontation at sea. The steamer Pearl was struck by an unknown vessel off North Rock Ireland and sank with seven lost and five saved. In Paris the editor M Dueret waits trial for forgery linked to stolen embassy papers. Norton faces similar charges. In New York a high ranking Indian ruler Yagatgi Singh arrives with a small retinue, his wife being the first royal Indian woman to travel from India.
Reports show Lancaster cork trust controls mills in Lancaster Pa and thousands idle after Otis cotton mill closure in Ware Mass. Bank liabilities exceed assets at Denver Peoples Savings. Missouri railroad values set by board of equalization at 62 million. Brookyn Arbuckle mills close, 500 workers out. Nine Cherokee strip county seats located by survey corps. Ten-year-old girl dies of hydrophobia near Tecumseh Okla. Mastodon jaw unearthed in Fluff Springs Alabama weighs 103 pounds. Cocopah mountains find ancient city remains in sand. Carver’s play The Scout fails in New York. his finances tied up. Tramp miners report severe suffering in Colorado. Federal troops clash with cowboys in Cherokee strip. one cowboy killed. Pennsylvania railroad to use long distance phones for trains. Cisco National Bank reopening after suspension. Toledo directory lists 48 092 names. population over 144 000. Mason Hamlin factory in Cambridge shut for three weeks. Union Pacific property seized for unpaid taxes. Bradley Manufacturing in Syracuse placed in receivership. plant valued at 500 000 with 350 000 liabilities. Vermont Marble to cut wages 15 percent Aug 1. employs 2 000. Brunswick quarantine service reassigned after yellow fever scare. Keokuk shop force reduced by 75. further cuts planned. Carnegie rod nail rail mills in Pittsburgh closed. 800 workers worry about longer shutdown. Elwood tin plate factory resumes except hot rolls room. Alaska cutter Rush locates eruption site of Angra volcano 15 miles ENE of Cape St. John.
A report on Arabian courtship describes bold nighttime abductions for marriage. A young man raids a rival tribe to seize a girl, risking deadly retaliation unless the two tribes settle with festive unity. Some men seek peaceful songs and banjo like tunes beside their beloved’s tent.
The first car load of brick from McIntosh Minnesota was shipped today to Fossten by A F Cronquist. From a 40 000 brick trial kiln the material is cream colored smooth and firm free from limestone and deleterious qualities. An additional 100 000 kiln is being prepared for a large next season output.
Much of the oil and cotton discharged from the British steamer St. Enoch from New York was destroyed by fire. The cargo stored under a shed burned fiercely, causing about 50,000 dollars in damage before the blaze was extinguished. The St. Enoch sustained no damage.
Rich Hill Missouri reports a general strike of 1800 to 2000 miners in the district initiating today. Workers demand union rights higher wages and solidarity with Kansas miners.
Special Miss Helen Austin of Denver Colo was carried out by a strong current in Asbury Park New Jersey this morning. William Youngling of Jersey City heard her cries and brought her ashore insensible but alive.
A compact weekly resume lists notable occurrences across Minnesota. It highlights political, social, and cultural happenings, presenting a rapid overview for quick reading and reference.
A sixteen year old girl Margaret Schmitz was killed by lightning in Sleepy Eye on Tuesday. Two other children were badly burned. In Rochester, Thomas Feeney was assaulted. his skull crushed in two places and he is unconscious after surgery. Freeborn county reports early harvests hindered by chinch bugs with widespread wheat and oat destruction. Potatoes damaged by pests and heat, with hay and corn as the only promising crops.
The State Teachers association opens its first meeting in Minneapolis. Hillman Cates, a farmer from Maine Prairie, Stearns County, died by self inflicted gunshot. Albert Lea plans a Sept 4 5 6 county fair with races and big purses. Park Region creamery at Pelican Rapids burned losing 2000 insurance while creamer y cost 2500 two years ago. A cyclone damaged the Mesaba range severing telegraph lines between Swan River and Cloquet. Scott Holsten mill in Duluth temporarily closed costing 75 jobs and 60000 feet daily output. Reformatory guard Julian Beldon attacked by a convict, rescued and hospitalized.
Friday summary reports a St. Paul assault on a man by thieves. A Houston county rattle snake bite leaves Mrs. Brevig out of danger. An eight year old dies after falling into a cistern in Casselton visiting Little Falls. A Fertile farmer dies after a haying accident near his seat. Bronton merchants Asp and Nelson assign to Peter Peterson of Glenwood bank with unknown assets and liabilities. A small cyclone injures a steam launch Altha passenger near Ortonville. Mrs. Albert Loudon of Dover bears triplet girls weighing 6 1 4, 5 1 4 and 4 2 4 pounds. Verndale flour mill burns. fire origin suspected hot box. loss includes $10,000. Insurance $4,000.
The Waugh block Redwood Falls tailor shop owned by Joseph S. Charles was burned when a gas line stove exploded. the building was saved. DuLuth council ex-Clerk Frank Burke must refund $600 by Aug 7. Deleney of Wheaton jailed after a $70 duck hunting fine. Peter Battleson of Sverdrup broke into Mrs. Anderson’s Underwood residence and ravished her, then disappeared. Chauncy Maxfield, Lansing village veteran hotel manager, shot himself after his wife’s death. A Rush City runaway injured Helma Lindgren and others when five rode a wagon. Nelse Erickson’s team bolted.
Peter Staub and Annie Bailey from Neillsville were captured near St Charles and returned home. William Witt of the Ruth steamer in Winona was seriously burned by a blast from a mud drum. Libbey & Co. sawmill at Hastings closed for the season with 60 to 70 workers laid off. Hastings railway yard night crew laid off. Car repairers and section crews reduced. Rev J D Deets returns after absence amid church trial rumors. James Bennet found dead near Royalton with chloral, aged 50, unmarried. Four buildings burned at Chatfield causing up to eight thousand dollars in damage. Alcohol ignition caused a large fire at a Howard saloon. he sustained severe burns.
Hoke Smith and his political party spent three hours in Duluth on Friday before continuing to Chicago. Mrs. Davis, a Winona milliner, was saved from a deadly fall by W. A. Allen, a municipal court judge, who acted promptly. Mrs. Davis is a widow with two children.
On Monday July 31 nine year old Dannie Hennessy drowned while bathing in the Mississippi at Atkin. the body remains missing. John Hubbard was arrested at Stillwater on a complaint by his wife for assault. he has faced the charge several times. J Bitzek, a farmer youth from near Winona, is missing and feared to have died by his own hand after threats. The Ren ville versus M J Dowling poll tax case was decided against the village. F A Smith of Farragut Iowa, a mail agent on the Ottumwa to Austin run, was arrested at Austin by a US detective for robbing the mails. he was taken to Cedar Rapids via decoy letter.
Joseph Nelson, a former Union volunteer from Company F, Sixteenth New York, survived being buried under sand and debris for 36 hours at Fort Fisher. He recounted the freezing, crushing experience and its lifelong effects, later working as a conductor on the Southern Pacific and leaving a wife, son, and daughter after dying in Oakland.
A Boston Post note describes suburban night operators hosting a free telephone “concert.” Using plugs and switches, regional boards connect voices from New Hampshire to New York, Portland to Gloucester, Springfield to Hartford, highlighting how the telephone dissolves distance despite its familiar status.
Dialogue shows Trivvet arguing medicine men educate Indians by curing them. Dicer counters asking for proof. Judge notes the patient becomes well fed after treatment, implying social as well as medical role.
The passage catalogues transformations of waste into useful goods from iron scrap ink to bone lucifer matches, Prussian blue from shavings, fusel oil to oils, cow-house drainings to perfume, beggar garments into coats, and tar waste into dyes and saccharine.
William N. macheer a farmer nine miles southeast of Antigo killed his wife and three children then tried to kill himself. Inquest reveals a confession blaming poverty and fear of famine after his in-laws abroad. He attacked with an axe then leaped to the pig sty roof injuring his spine likely fatally.
In West Union Fayette county jail three men are held on charges including incest and two counts of attempted rape. The latest arrest follows an assault attempt reported by Schmuhl’s twelve year old daughter after Frank Campbell, who had been drinking at the Stormy Jordan resort, was identified by the girl and fought Schmuhl before his arrest.
Louisville Kentucky August 1. At Jones Stand Carroll Gibson a prominent farmer was fatally shot by his son after a drunken dispute with his wife over a pint of liquor. The son intervened and fired through the bowels with a thirty eight caliber pistol. His death was momentarily expected last night.
San Francisco August 1 James Crossen sixteen arrested for absconding from New York with 2400 dollars belonging to Manager Pearson of the Coleman house. He had been a bell boy and was promoted to confidential messenger. Two months ago he cashed a 2400 dollar check at a bank and did not return.
In Buffalo a family asserts it is the nearest heirs to Philip Reinhardt, who died in India about fifty years ago. Records in Germany reportedly establish kinship, forecasting the year’s largest inheritance for the city family, potentially exceeding 25 million dollars.
Gen Pedro Rincon Gallardo, governor of the federal district, orders police to halt duels and deliver would be duelists to criminal judges. Foreigners have recently fought many duels over trivial matters, and newspapers praise the governor's firm stance.
Noah Allen, attorney for the strikers in Topeka, says miners have effectively lost the strike and are ready to return to work on operators terms. He hopes for some concessions as workers weigh options after the Pittsburg visit.
A barn on James Benton’s LaPorte farm burned yesterday causing about 40000 dollars in damage. Nine horses perished in the blaze. A tramp, believed to have started the fire for revenge, was overcome by smoke and his body burned.
The steam boat John Fowler owned by Capt. A. T. Armstrong of Nashville was destroyed by fire at its moorings near Falling Run creek in New Albany last evening. Loss valued at 8000 dollars with insurance status unknown. Origin of the fire unavailable.
Syracuse detective James A. Harvey was shot and killed yesterday when he attempted to arrest George A. Barnes. Barnes drew a revolver, killing Harvey instantly as the confrontation occurred.
Duluth reports Sheriff Showey received a dispatch from his deputy at the Mesaba range stating all men at nearby mines are on strike. Trouble is feared and the sheriff will go to Virginia tomorrow to assess the situation.
Helena Montana August 1 M A Chessman a major real estate owner and heavily involved with the Helena consolidated water company assigned today with liabilities around 300000 dollars and no asset statement provided
Special-Word from Chicago orders Duluth Minnesota Iron company to close all hard ore mining until further notice. About 300 men remain to ship ore from stock piles. The firm is the leading Bessemer ore producer and plans to ship 1,400,000 tons this year. Its railway and steamship holdings are valued over 7 million dollars.
Governor Short ridge says the agricultural college board report does not differ materially from the charges and plans to remove the board. He will consult attorneys and meet with old members but will not allow rebutting testimony. The outlook is a court fight over his removal power.
Helena Montana banks the First National and the Montana National suspended operations yesterday but report ample assets and full payment of deposits. A bank run is spreading to other city banks with the institutions promising to meet cash demands.
Special announcement states the Oregon National Bank and the Northwest Loan and Trust Company in Portland were suspended this morning.
In Ashland Wisconsin a clash between strikers and authorities escalated as non union laborers were loaded onto boats under police protection. Officers battled rioters on the dock tramway with arrests and injuries reported. forty ringleaders were seized and fear of further trouble persisted.
In Portland Indiana on Aug 1 Kent Brown a colored barber hired a rig and disappeared. The horse returned dragging the empty buggy while Brown was found dead in the road with a crushed head from a rock and a long knife wound. No assassin identified.
Rhinelander Wis Aug 1 George W Smith a well known contractor shot his wife killing her instantly and then inflicted two fatal wounds on himself last evening Jealousy was given as the cause The couple had not lived together for some time and Smith had urged her to return home she refused and he went to her house with the intention to kill her
A waterspout washed away multiple railroad ties near Trevino station on the Mexican International railway. An east-bound passenger train plunged into the gap. Express Messenger Furvi val and Engineer James McLaughlin died, Fireman Martin was seriously injured, and a tramp was killed. None of the passengers were harmed.
Nashville August 1 United States grand jury indicted W H Scoggins cashier of the defunct Commercial Nations bank for wrongfully crafting checks. A new indictment was found against B E Potter field cashier and against I Potterfield and G A Duzey charging conspiracy. George Childress cashier of the Jermet Second National Bank of Columbia Tennessee was also indicted.
Kent Brown was found dead two miles from Winchester Indiana with three bullet wounds. He had left by buggy for Relay last night but horse and buggy returned alone. Sam Price was arrested for the murder amid long standing bad blood between them.
In Vinita Indian Territory on August 1 deputies and a gang of outlaws clashed west of the city. Ralph Hollock of Udall Kansas was killed and Sam Rogers of Siloam Springs Arkansas was mortally wounded. Authorities believe the gang is the same as involved in the Mound Valley bank robbery.
In Nevada Missouri on August 1 five members of Newton Plonkett’s family were violently ill after supper. Medical aid was summoned but the family remains in danger. Authorities have no clue and suspect poisoning by an enemy.
Sioux Falls August 1 friends of John G. C. Schlegel of Baltic say his two day headache led to an anti purine overdose rather than a suicide attempt. He was near death but survived after medical treatment.
Ravenna Ohio Aug 1 An Ashtabula policeman identified Edwards the burglar as the man who shot Marshal Hammill at Ash tabula Harbor two weeks ago in the Converse Edwards shooting case.
In St. Paul at the Phoenix club on August 1 Tommy Dixon defeated the Omaha Kid by knockout in the thirteenth round for a $1,500 purse.
Buzzard's Bay Mass August 1 President Cleveland spent yesterday with his family. Attorney General Olney en route from Boston to Falmouth stopped off and spent an hour with the president.
George W. Smith, a prominent Rhinelander contractor, shot his wife dead and then fatally wounded himself last evening. Jealousy is reported as the motive in this tragic incident.
Fargo N D Special The agricultural college board let the contract for the farm house mechanics hall and main building to Leck Leck of Minneapolis for 13975 Architect Spaulding of Minneapolis submitted a plan for a dormitory that could not be built within the appropriation so all bids were rejected and new plans will be drawn to fit the limit and be advertised again after completion
Special Commissioner Miller reports to Secretary Carlisle the internal revenue total for the last fiscal year at 161 002 000 dollars. Spirits contributed 94 720 000 dollars with a 3 410 000 increase, tobacco 31 889 000 dollars up 889 000, fermented liquors 32 548 000 dollars up 2 511 000, and miscellaneous 173 000 dollars down 70 000.
During a heavy thunderstorm west of Black River Falls Wisconsin a lightning strike struck a tree on Martin Olson s farm instantly killing twenty four sheep and injuring a horse near a wire fence leaving it useless.
The in testiture of Bishop Hennessey will be celebrated on September 15 in Dubuque Iowa Cardinal Gibbons will confer the pallium and Archbishop Ryan will deliver the sermon.
Delegates gathered at the First Methodist church for the national silver convention with Mayor Harrison addressing the crowd and urging a single platform for bimetallic policy. Gen. A J Warner and Allen W Thurman spoke as permanent chairman candidates, calling for equal coinage of gold and silver amid applause.
In Merion Junction a mob pursued a man named Chak who fled, but the woman Mrs Van Rusechen remained at his home wearing varnish and feathers. The crowd dispersed and promised a similar action when the man is found.
Gochen Indiana host a hammer and tongs bout in the opera house last night featuring La Blanche the Marine and Dwyer the Cheyenne middleweight champion. Dwyer led early but La Blanche pressed from the fifth round, pummeling him until a final right hand knocked Dwyer unconscious and earned the purse.
A Kiev dispatch reports a bezole explosion at the Dumskieplatz magazine. The blast was terrible and fourteen workers were killed with many injured.
West Point report says sixty five cadets were poisoned after supper in the mess hall last night. All companies were affected with D Company suffering most, though the cause of the illness remains unknown and puzzling to officers.
A blaze in Boise City Idaho Aug 2 endangers the Central hotel and surrounding area. The fire rages through two blocks, menacing further destruction and prompting emergency responses. Authorities work to contain the flames.
Athens August 2 The duchess of Sparta wife of the crown prince and sister of the German emperor was safely delivered of a son yesterday in Athens
Senator Turpie lies seriously ill at his Indianapolis home after returning from the world’s fair. Doctors fear he may not attend the extra session, even in the best case.
Pipestone Minnesota August 2 Miss Bosale Young nearly died last night after taking an overdose of chloroform thinking it was camphor. Prompt medical aid saved her life.
Independence Iowa announced its fall breeders meeting for four October weeks with three races each day. This annual closeout event attracts the fastest horses as they vie for marks before retirement.
Special terms of the circuit court for Moorhead are set by Judges D B Searle and L L Baxter of the Seventh judicial district. Terms will occur on the first Tuesday after the second Monday in September, the last Tuesday in November, and the second Tuesday in April each year.
The stock of Ferguson Bros. boot and shoe stock was sold today by the assignee in Stillwater. John Jamieson of Oak Park purchased the assets for 3282 dollars.
Last night Mrs. W. H. Clement widow of President Clement of the Southern road and her daughter Mrs. Julia S. Fraer were struck by a Miami train while crossing the tracks in Morrow Ohio. Mrs. Fraer suffered a fractured skull and spinal injuries. Mrs. Clement, over eighty, had a broken thigh and severe facial wounds and is expected to die.
A special reports Maggie Taylor Lulu Johnson Marian Smith and Nellie Patrick all drowned when a sail boat capsized near Patrick's landing on the Wicomico river. Two young men in the party survived by clinging to the upturned craft. The bodies were recovered.
Portsmouth naval officers prepare to greet the United States cruiser Chicago and her crew as the ship arrives at the port soon.
In Montgomery Texas a nine mile trek north of town, Henry Reynolds killed Mr. Marsh, crippled his eight year old son, fractured a one year old baby’s skull, and assaulted Mrs. Marsh. Captured the next day, he was identified and lynched at the crime scene.
Chicago reports top steers at 5 5 25, others 4 25 to 4 90, hogs 5 to 10 cents higher. Wheat unsettled with cash at 55 3-4 and September near 55 3-8. corn cash 33 1-2, August 38 1-2. oats steady around 23 1-8 to 23 1-4. Minneapolis wheat ranged 51 1-4 to 61 4, on track prices listed. St Paul hogs up 20 cents, cattle values cited for various classes.
Washington weekly crop summary details state by state in brief notes. Wisconsin reports rain needed, milk short, oats cut and barley in shock. Minnesota notes good corn and potatoes but rain needed, flax promising. Iowa corn promising, oats light. North Dakota rain needed, wheat fair, corn and flax good. South Dakota harvests under favorable weather with rapid corn ripening.
A man arrested in San Antonio on a minor charge is identified as Charles N. Myers alias Nathaniel C. Myers. Authorities say he and Jim Francia robbed a train between San Antonio and Pleasanton in January 1882, he was wounded and captured, released on bond here, and disappeared. he will be brought here again for trial.
A major blaze in San Francisco narrowly avoided a city wide disaster last evening at the Buyer and Reich wholesale house and the adjacent Buckingham and Hecht boot and shoe store. The estimated financial loss nears $230,000.
In South Denver around midnight two masked robbers fatally shot farmer Rus Denver and attempted a robbery at Rufus Clark's residence. Police report two bullets struck the victim as assailants fled. Clark, a wealthy local, narrowly avoided harm.
In Paris Texas a newlywed couple named Fisk argued on the street and the wife shot her husband in the head, killing him almost instantly. They had been married only a week. The woman had a history of criminal acts and morphine addiction.
Advices from Winchester say Sheriff Fletcher arrested Sam Price on suspicion of assassinating Kent Browne Sunday. Mrs. Harry Storms, the woman in the case, is also jailed. Price allegedly threatened Browne with death.
A blaze at the Olson flats 3006 to 2014 Cottage Grove avenue Chicago caused about 20000 in damages to the building owned by Olson & Co and 10000 in losses to the tenants. Fire crews battled the flames today.
In Arlington Nebraska on August 2 ten year old Arthur Johnson shot and killed his eight year old sister after finding a revolver in a bureau drawer and wanting to see it work.
In Clinton Massachusetts on August 2 wage cuts affect dressers and beamers at the Lancaster Gingham Mills reducing pay by twenty to thirty percent.
A gang of twenty Russians including the husband of Mrs Van Russo attacked her at her home in Marion Junction. They blinded her with varnish and drove her out. The assault followed accusations of immorality, with her husband acting as a witness to the incident.
At Utica in Licking county a boiler burst on a threshing machine killing John Kattle two men named Bell Mr Bowers and Mr Skillen. Joseph Shipp was fatally injured. The accident occurred on August 2.
William Solon Mellen general manager of the Northern Pacific railroad died suddenly at Victoria British Columbia Wednesday night from neuralgia of the heart. His death shocked railroad circles and Northern Pacific offices where he was highly respected. Remains travel to St Paul on City of Kingston to Tacoma then by rail under Chief Engineer J W Kendrick, expected Sunday night or Monday morning.
The famous Davis will case went to trial in the Silver Bow County district court yesterday morning. Henry A. Root, acting for himself and certain heirs, continued his contest indefinitely. An arrangement is believed to have been made between the Root contestants and John A. Davis heirs, with the estate to be divided among them.
Mount Sterling Kentucky special report states the new Farmers bank closed this morning due to inability to realize on its paper. Deposits total about 300000 dollars while the bank holds first class paper amounting to 600000 dollars. Depositors will be paid in full.
Mrs Clara Thronson wife of J A Thronson cashier of the Clear Lake bank died of dropsy at an early hour yesterday in Gary Indiana She was twenty three years old Mortgage ing appears in the fragmentary text confirming the county and date context.
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