25 Mar 1895
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Newspaper
Chippewa Current
Location
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1895
Page
1
Rumors swirl as Lord Rosebery’s health remains poor and the Liberal party faces a tense political climate. The text notes speculation about Mr. Gladstone guiding Liberals back toward harmony while he travels toward London.
An eye witness from Cuba describes Spanish forces ambushed at Bayamo and Elcobre with heavy losses as three thousand troops reach Santiago. The report notes forts improvised to protect property and residents fleeing to cities amid the conflict.
A March 25 blaze at Reid Packing in Kansas City Kansas destroyed the hog building, storage house, five icehouses, engine and parthouse, with losses over one million dollars. Firefighters battled shifting winds, explosions, and spreading flames from the hog building to adjacent structures, hampering containment and necessitating multiple aid runs from nearby departments.
Five firemen from Hose Company No 3 perished in a blaze at the St. Dunes hotel in Denver. Capt Harold Harwell Lt B Rawler Firemen Richard Dwyndyrd and Steve Martin died after entering the rotunda stair area. guests escaped unharmed. Fire caused about 10000 in damage to the building and furniture.
Fire from the Finlander settlement 10 to 15 miles away worsened unexpectedly with tons of hay burning and cattle losses. Dr. Buchanin reports the country all aflame and two lives possibly lost while crews still fight the blaze.
Senator Morgan of Alabama predicts a rapid rise in the exodus of African Americans from the South to Africa. He argues many prefer returning home, cites white opposition to black political equality, and suggests Congress may finance deportation within a few years as cotton production grows.
Lawyer for T Hayward argues verdict on murder in the first degree was illegal and tainted by passion. He claims new evidence, printed in 4 minutes, shows alibi and contradicts witnesses Blixt and Wilson. Big gang of burglars captured in Northern Indiana after six months of looting 20+ stores. Minnesota to confiscate contraband food products amid law violations and enforcement actions.
The smallpox epidemic in Milwaukee is reportedly nearly over with isolation hospitals closed and only six cases remaining. Over nine months there were 1,011 cases and 268 deaths, marking a severe winter outbreak and a major public health effort.
Li Hung Chang, Chinese peace envoy, was wounded in the cheek after a young Japanese assassin fired at him in Simonoseki. The shooter Aoyama Bokunosaki was arrested amid police precautions. Li Hung Chang’s condition appears not serious. Japan’s government and the emperor expressed regret as diplomacy and peace efforts face strain.
Ambassadors of Japan and China met at Simonoseki on March 25 as Li Hung Chang presented credentials as plenipotentiary. While negotiations opened, Japan pressed for its demands for a permanent peace, with a delay granted to consult Pekin. Reports also noted a failed landing attempt on the Poa dore islands and the death of Rep. Ridtea aged 30.
Widespread distress from inflation affects Tafitensa and Poverty Cathay and Mivexy to Loni Lospox as death rates fall by 1.2 per 1,000 last week. Reports note reduced trade and rising unemployment with charitable institutions overwhelmed while workers face hardship.
A garbled account describes Germany urging restraint after the United States expelled Americans, with officials stressing sincerity and seeking peaceful ties. It notes German arguments against American punitive actions and hints at future steps amid diplomatic strain.
Disjointed text reports a President Ithvkney paving a relief plan for unemployed and a railway assessment. Mentions hauls at Steubton Minnesota and St Panl piles to be divided, with low prices for families. References to Debs, Chicago, and Attorney General Olioy with court actions and a state railways appraisal.
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