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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1895
Page
1
A Buffalo Center Tribune survey notes the Alaska boundary dispute could strain US Canadian relations. It highlights global opinions on Kaiser Wilhelm, Japan buying cotton, and reactions to Britain’s gunboat presence. The piece also references Dilatory authorities on diphtheria, fortunes of famous magnates, and a Kentucky preacher who shot a dissenting parishioner.
American wool growers see little reason for optimism yet dealers resist surrender to foreign markets. Two cleansing methods emerge in New England using naphtha and hydro carbon solvents, improving wool's whiteness softness and dye readiness. Boston Commercial Bulletin reports 1894 insurance losses at 127 million dollars, with higher premium incomes but many firms tightening coverage and urging self insurance against fire risks.
A New York paper faced a suit for 875000 over publishing a replica yacht photograph. The text argues the law harshly fines publishers for infringements, calling it ridiculous. An amendment proposed in Washington may advance.
In Kroxoen January 31 a federal court sent J H Rouse of Mt Pleasant to twenty four hours in jail for contempt of court as a government witness in Mike Toomey bootlegging case. Rouse, once a drunkard, claimed his son’s death last April caused a pledge to abstain from liquor, yet he appeared wild on the stand and alleged he was drugged. Judge Woolson suspended the sentence after Rouse begged for mercy and claimed Toomey backers gave him an apple tainted with drink.
Four masked men attempted to rob Martin Johnson near Dowsa. Johnson resisted, a violent struggle followed, he stabbed a robber, two attackers fled when Johnson sought help, Johnson suffered foot frostbite requiring amputation, two robbers were arrested and one turned state's evidence.
Sioux City treasurer announces January warrants will not be paid tomorrow as the city cannot raise funds. He cites new salary ordinance and a deficit of about 85,000 monthly once the fiscal year begins. The money market and credit impairment from late litigation prevent placement of warrants without steep discounts.
Charles A. Peterson, visiting his divorced wife seven miles southeast of Vinitsa, sought lodging and then, after being refused, killed himself by a revolver beside a barn. The act, witnessed by his children, followed jealousy and a divorce that left the wife with custody.
Attorney General Remsey states justices of the peace may not exceed 1500 per year in retainable fees and cannot bill counties for office rent furniture stationery or other expenses. In Sioux City the question was debated and the opinion issued supports the cap. Found dead.
Jan 28 Manning Iowa. Freddinfield a wealthy and respected German farmer living one mile west of Manning was found dead on the road from town to his home about 6:00 am. It is believed he was thrown from his horse and perished in the wintry blast while unable to continue.
A broken rail on the North road wrecked the accommodation train at Kroxtr causing a overturned caboose and injuries, with Wm. Biom seriously hurt. A fire followed but was put out. A Jefferson death at 91 marks a pioneer Iowa woman. Fort Dodge notes debate over mulet law and saloon proximity to churches and schools. Revival and court cases by Rev Mahood stir Sioux City amid mixed civic support. Deputy Marshal Wray pursues moonshiners in Albia. a Lushaw letter reveals jailer threats. Woodbury County fraud probe nears end with settlements lowering debts. county to issue bonds. The income tax in Dubuque County targets hundreds. George Bagley’s theft case from United States Express Co. ends with his release.
From Guatemala to Wasutxatox and back, reports show a crisis as Mexico presses for territorial terms. President Barrios faces pressure to seek peace or resign, while Central American ministers pledge joint defense if invasion occurs. Diplomatic signals hint at possible amicable settlement, but the boundary dispute remains unresolved.
Cable reports from Capt Cromwell aboard the Atlanta at Colon say Colombia sees a revolutionary outbreak at Buenagenera on the Pacific coast. Wires cut leave Cauca and Boliva unsettled. martial law is proclaimed at Cartagena as United States cruisers Atlanta and New York are expected for protection. Rebels reportedly routed at Pradera in Cantá department.
Master Workman Connelly offers to return strikers to work on original terms but no new hires unless vacancies exist. President Lewis agrees to employ on those terms only where vacancies exist, militia reduced, but guard arms kept. Grand jury cites trolley accidents and urges eight miles per hour. censors railway executives for legal violations. Barrett Scott case: four men released on bail for murder charges due to insufficient evidence. Relief efforts report 16 counties applying for aid. 90 percent of Rawlins County lack seed and 75 percent lack basic necessities. many families without fire.
Ward McAllister, famed New York society leader, died of grip at age 84. He was surrounded by wife, daughter, son, and brother Rev. Francis Marion McAllister. Known for southern birth and long line of connections including the Astors and Crawford family, he authored Society as I Have Found It.
The Sea King reports five charges sunk off Point Judith with eight men and five women drowned. In Washington a feud ends with the shooting death of Wild Goose Bill Condon. A Vandalia train wreck at Coatesville, Indiana kills two and injures thirty-two as cars plunge and catch fire. The will of ex Senator James J. Weir is stolen in San Francisco, with $20,000,000 at stake and signatures missing. London and Washington dispatches discuss American currency woes and the improving income tax prospects, while a Cotton Belt train robbery near McNeill, Arkansas yields about $25,000 and Mendota brewery explosion causes multiple deaths and injuries.
North German steamer Elbe carrying nearly four hundred aboard from Bremen to New York collided with British steamer Crathie near the House of Holland. Only about 20 saved, many drowned as water flooded aft, chaos in lifeboat launch, survivors describe horror. Official tally reports 310 or 350 dead, uncertain.
Five masked men held up a Southern Pacific train near Wilcox Arizona on February 2. They separated the express car, blew the safe with dynamite, and secured about 10,000 dollars in Mexican silver. Six explosions shattered the car as robbers escaped toward Mexico. Passengers were terrified. total loss estimated between 50,000 and 75,000. Reward offered by Southern Pacific and Wells Fargo is 500 dollars per robber.
Des Moines reports Taylor Newell Co receives patent allowance for a pants trade mark The Boys Friend. A reader asks about selling territory before patent allowance and is advised to use earnest money and a balance note, a quit claim style transaction. Hohensbehn of Waverly gains a centrifugal cream separator patent with notable improvements and immediate manufacture. I P Fox of Gamer, fr has a patent for a grading and ditching apparatus aiding wheeled scrapers and potentially replacing steam shovels. Fox has drained long ditches in Hancock county and eyes Tennepin canal use. U S patents were issued to inventors on the 22nd inst. Printed patent drawings and specs copies available 25 cents. Valuable information for inventors free.
The Japanese reportedly captured Wei-lai-Wei after two days of siege. Chinese forces fled the city as naval forces attacked. Estimated Chinese losses are 2,000. Imai Lung Tau island near the city remains under Chinese control with fort workshops. Europeans in the city escaped unharmed. All Chinese warships in harbor reportedly sailed away uninjured.
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