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Newspaper

Cranbury Press

Location

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1894

Page

4

Punishing a Coward in Ohio National Guard

A Columbus mutiny case shows Private Dearth of Company C, Fourteenth Ohio National Guard, jailed for fifteen days after desertion during a June riot suppression. He is held in improvised armory confinement as a warning to soldiers about obligations to serve the State.

Columbus Dearth Fourteenth Ohio National Guard McHinley Belmont County Torre Martin

Eight die as Monroe Street factory collapse devastates NYC

A violent storm toppled the seven story Monroe Street factory in Manhattan injuring and killing several residents. Nineteen people were rescued from surrounding dwellings as firefighters battled wreckage and debris through rain and dust. The dead include Bessie Abrams Eli Abrams and Jacob Karones among others. Aronowitz faced arrainment as investigators scrutinize the disaster.

New York City Precion Mary Kerr Eagleweo N. J Mra Murphy Huntlogton Bay Tong Island Jarsey Monro Street Aast Gaventeen Bessie Abrams Fang L Abrams Eli Abrams Inano I Heesie Abrams Isaac J. Abrams Ross Abrams Iaine F Beasle L. Abrams Abrahama Barones Bfichaal Bertha Karones Berths Karonca Michael Karones Salomon Karones Mlebsel Berths Karonegs Jonnis Steloman Bossie and Moyer Moyer Stefoman Jennto Stetaman Collpand Fictory Louie Arcnowitz Monroe Struct Madison Street Aronowitz Curry Powers Dr. Musgrave Janker McLaughlin Ebris Hs Nutt Louis. Abrams Janno Abrams Hyman Abrams Toere Monroe Street Galligan Annie Karonos Beyer Bielaman

PISHERMEN DROWNED NEAR SAND ISLAND IN STORM

A deadly recent storm caused the drownlog of fifteen fishermen, all white, near Sand Island about ten miles from Apalachicola Florida. The men were known to have entered the gate, raising hopes they escaped, but searchers later found no bodies despite continued efforts along the bench.

Sand Island Apalach Cola Fla Partea

Chaos and disasters plague the East Coast listing many incidents

The report chronicles a string of events from New York to Rhode Island including a steamer foundering off the Rhode Island coast with loss of life, a Boston arson and prison escape, a deadly ship and boiler explosions, bank and political news, and various crimes and accidents across multiple states with numerous named individuals and institutions cited.

Baby First State Second in Bleckley Note

Georgia Chief Justice Bleckley unsigned his office after the recent election rejections. Logan E Bleckley, a Justice, married Miyz Chtic Harting of New York City. a baby boy was born a couple of months ago. The judge says he is vigorous but plans no overwork.

Logan E. Bleckley Georgia Jade Beckley Miyz Chtic Harting New York City

Frenes Honors Captain Von Rusakind Amid Controversy

France astonishes Frenes by awarding the Legion of Honor to Captain von Rusakind, the Corum military attache at Parks. A Wally News correspondent links the honor to Leoperar William’s pardon of spies, amid deaths in the trench conflict and remarks by Presidents McMahon and Garno.

Frenes Legion of Honor von Rusakind Corum Parks Berto Wally Sassklad Leoperar William Trench McMahon Garno

Disastrous Year for Gloucester Fishing Fleet Reported

The outbreak of disasters to the fishing fleet at Gloucester is tallied with twenty nine vessels lost, totaling 2354 tons and 112 men. Comparisons show ten vessels and fifty three men lost the previous year.

Gloucester Susy

Two Train Robberies Shock Nation of Money Looted in Va and Ca

A California band halted a Sacramento express car, looting about 51,000 in gold after forcing the engineer to run and the express agent to surrender. In Virginia, a northbound Richmond to Washington train was robbed near Aquia Creek with about 180,000 seized, including 150,000 from the Richmond baggage. Authorities seek seven masked robbers. no passengers harmed.

Virginia California Sacramento Richmond Washington Aaula Creek Twlen William Beatt Theran Bincot Monary Englas Lincaln Scott Lincoln James Colton Biimmento Sulsun Manley Nolte Rishmond Predericksburg and Potomac Ald Quantico Ranaway Potomac River Waltiog

Scarce News From Around the World and Markets

A miscellany notes scarce eoas and wealth figures with trillions of details. Mentions 61,000 brewers, 207 millionaires in Chicago, a short floo crop, tax drought in Eastern Connecticut, and unusually good summer resort business. Reports on trains, debt, missions, and naval finance accompany varied global items and rumors.

Trent Chcaco Connecticut Uts Texas and Pacific Andover Gry Harvard Ron Kason Germany Mes Italy Forden National Farmers’ Congress Wat Virginia Frye Grunear Paice Atole Bulgitio Michigan New York Dane Hawise Indiana Bholbyville Cittesgo Datatimony Parka Enlaego Ita Nnny Osurt House Great Darra Abina Exonano Froces Ruasia China Europa America Drapararer City of Lowell New London Cong Caxana'y Debdt Flfinoco Foster Gravina Garmany United States

Schofield Report Urges Expanded Army and Fortifications

The annual report of Major General Schofield urges strengthening the U S army with two extra cavalry regiments to patrol rail corridors, new coast artillery, and conversion of infantry to coastal defense units. He calls for presidential power to expand the army, stronger fortifications, and ready defenses for major ports against modern naval threats.

Genarn J. MM. Schofield Genarni Schofield Otnkon Bia Chicago Cavairy China Japan Obs Citia Bohonold United States

Slaughter in the Storm Hits Europe Ship

Cattlemen report the Europe, sailing from New York to London, suffered a terrible storm that wrecked livestock. A steering failure left the vessel unable to face the gale, flooding cattle pens and causing massive losses before the rudder chain was repaired and the ship resumed voyage.

New York National Line Grovco London Europe Etn Nod Deak Thanfternoon Kosar Kliler

Pension Office Report Shows New Claims Decline

The Commissioner of Pensions reports fiscal year results ending June 1891 with 99,085 new pensioners added, 87,951 dropped by death or other causes, total rolls 969,544, and 40,148 remaining claims by 1894. The year saw 80,218 pendings and 182,878 denials. $139,904,461 paid in pensions and a Treasury balance of $25,205,712.65. Fraud convictions numbered 194 in courts, including forgeries and perjuries.

Commissioner of Pensions Secretary of the Interior Nit Alnesen United States

Japanese Forces Rout Chinese at Wi-Ju in Korea

A Tokyo dispatch to Central News says Japanese cavalry and infantry routed 2000 Chinese near Wi-Ju, keeping the town in Japanese hands. Delays from bad roads slowed advances, with scouts noting small Chinese forces near Moochy later. Chinese losses reported under 100. Reports also claim 10,000 Chinese on the Yuto River north bank and eight batteries under construction. A separate dispatch notes two Japanese students executed at Naukin by Chinese authorities.

Lourenzo Marquez Africa Auburbe Coma Pntiont Korea Tur Grorowicch Russia Patrict Mxngneus Peru Carlos Pierols Huarez Alice Scheldt Colon Beroim England China Japan Mexico Guatemala ObInago Vienna Austria Anvices Urugasyan Rilo Grando Do Sul Central News Tokyo Wi-Ju Wi-Jo Yung-Chon Wi-Tu Yutoo Yuto River B Shuughal Gutcen Concil Am Jhur Naukin

Explosion at Neary Clay Colliery Kills Two in Peon

Disaster at the Neary Clay Colliery in Bhamokie Peon destroys boiler house near 7 37 p m killing two men seriously injuring two and slightly injuring four. Seven men were nearby as debris and bricks flew. cause of the blast unknown. The Philadelphia and Reading Company mines suffered heavy losses with 1600 men out of work. The incident halts rail traffic between Gaorglt and Tearryncavlitle as cars and wagons remain at the depot.

Neary Clay Bhamokie Peon Boiter Willian Syle Fromnan Thomns Gyr Nremans JS J. Dodium Willam Eislick Teem William McLaughliie Inborer Uta Maggie Anil Philadelphia Reading Con Jossie Southern Railread Dejar

Fragmentary 18th Century Dated Notes and Modern Disjointed Events

The muddled report mixes events from 1777 burning of Errastox town to 19th century robberies and ancient court appointments. It mentions Nellie Drake’s death in Enat Metushen, a Pittsburg region consolidation push, a bank loot found in a Nebraska well, and a series of obscure 19th century biographical details including immigrant inspector William F. Murry. It ends with peace talks between China and Japan and Austrian finance surplus commentary.

Vomer State Bank Nebraska Mazzilion Ohio Moron Washington Srcenrrany Canuiacy William F. Murry Boston Joper Afacoy B. Anirn United Statea Toston Charleston D. C Wiesbaden Prasain Scomery Emperor William J Royal Theatre China Japan

Drunken riot in Maltby ends in multiple deaths

A drunken riot in Maltby, Pond. leaves one man dead and several others wounded. George Alvoski, Lizzie Posky, John Toukins, Maggie Moore, and Thomas Moore sustain fatal or serious injuries amid a chaotic shooting. Michael Palaski, intoxicated, fired after quarrel and fled with accomplices, targeting bystanders and lawmen alike. The tragedy shocks a quiet street as residents witness bloody violence.

Maltby Pond George Alvoski Aga Lizzie Posky John Toukins Maggie Moore Thomas Moore Michael Palaski John Moore Dan Lyon Lizzie Fosky Ryan Palaski Flond John Jenkins Paloaki Georgy Bivcakl

Mysterious Barn Fire Kills Harrigan Family in New Jersey

Mrs Thomas Harrigan and her three children perished in a barn fire at Grier avenue Elizabeth New Jersey. Authorities say temporary insanity due to malaria sparked the tragedy. Neighbors Kate Harrigan and Rebecca Hall discovered the blaze and found the charred bodies after removing wood near the chimney. Father Thomas Harrigan is described as a poor improver of means.

Thomas Harrigan Grier Avenue Elizabeth N. J Harrigan Barrigan Farmer Candless’s Kate Harrigan Rebecca Hall

Great Naval Stormlog Drill at Marelina Harbor

Great naval land drill conducted by crews from seven ships at Mara Island California. Admiral Birdslea oversaw the stormlog exercise with 28 ships on hand. Captain Thomas led the Bonnington brigade forming near a hill held by the enemy. Artillery and infantry staged advancing and retreat maneuvers over an hour without musket fire, achieving orderly formations and effective support from reserves.

Mara Island California Birdslea Thomas Bonnington Anilors Malton

Four Women Die in Monston Texas Fire disaster

A major blaze at 2 49 a m in Monston Texas destroyed the Jacinto Hotel and adjacent St Joseph infirmary. Four women perished including two patients and several sisters were injured beyond recognition. Fire originated at a boarding house on Jacinto Street and rapidly spread to Franklin Street buildings.

Monston Texas Ittwang Bt. Joseph Jacinto Totel Frankland Jacinto Streets St. Joseph’s Refirmary Franklin Street Itp Alsters Doleral Jane Clothihfo Nat

Cost of the Government and Federal Appropriations

The Fifty-third Congress completes the annual appropriations report. It shows total appropriations at 831 6,005 with permanent sums at 101,173,690, yielding a grand total of 492,290,5. New offices added number 74 at an annual cost of 63 4,712. Omitted and abolished posts total 923 at 81,295,992 annually, net reducing positions by 449 and costs by 593,179. The alamesa increase by 9 in number with annual cost 99,70, while reductions total 26,499. production gains and net revenue are noted but details are unclear. Location mentions Chicago and tributary areas with railways influence.

Industrial Turmoil Across Factories and Unions

Record of widespread industrial strain with rail orders, plant shutdowns, wage disputes, and union activity. Notes include Baltimore and Ohio rail expansion, Pennsylvania lines maintaining work, New Bedford strike efforts, Michigan convict labor abolition, and New York shirtmakers wage concerns. Also cites Western plant recoveries post tariff, and payments by unions for breakdowns and strikes. Entities include Baltimore and Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Bedford, Michigan, Parkesburg, Mahoning Valley, and Louis ville.

Baltimore and Ohio Est Blaizbourn Pennsylvania Ballrosa Lvania Evgeny Tra Aman Pennsylvanis Tax International Typographical Union Louisville W. Heenicx Indianapolis Jod Zngland Miz New Bedford Mass Parkesbur Penn, Iron Works Michigan O. Weeteey Pennsylvanis Iron Men Mahoning Valley Ohio Allegheney County New York City Chicago Philadelphia Qgraxam Neronrs Moss Bielke Westphalia Germany Zlog Oto Ordeino Welsx Sonszious United States New York Weavers’ Vales Fall River Mays Sioce

Fight It Out War Invite Declined by United States

A historical piece describes an offered Allied intervention in a war between Obina and Ja. It praises peace benefits, notes the U S rejection based on longstanding non-entanglement policy, and argues the country has thrived by tending to its own business. The article uses diplomatic framing and police-language phrasing.

Great Britain France Germany Russia Obina

Markets Rise on Mixed Week for Silk and Dairy Products

New York market reports show varied demand with light receipts for silk and lighter demand for con notes. Prices for milk, cream, and dairy products fluctuate with Western and State creamery goods posting mixed factors, while eggs, poultry, and fruits show uneven movements across regions and baskets.

Eurplus Seveseane Western Fm Secesreeeree Western Dairy Juno Pnart Esa Us Nxt SY Raos State & Penn Jersey Faur Esceser South Gooso Ugs Lima Cal Del Hhaskut Concord Cholue Phita Brotters WU Jersey Rowls Sim Ducks Spring L. L&e St. & Jersey Aievsreeree Hubbard Lee WLU Effy Dreswad

Notable Obscurities and Relatives Impacted by Deaths

A collage of obituary notes profiles aging figures and relatives connected to notable names. It mentions Yant Gary among England's oldest poor, Field Marshal Yo magile, writer Vincenzo Botta, and sportsman Sintonx Duorate Astixr. It notes Mrs Barrow, aunt of President Garfield, and Thomas A. Garnaco, brother of the assassinated president, with brief life details and local ties.

Yant Gary England Wittiax L. Wrosox Europe Yo~ Magile New York AJA Irrawenuas Sintonx Duorate Astixr Baronet London William Baten Censeerts Bulory Mamory Ricrano Rean United States Navy Ito Anoapolis Jo Dr. Frinz Noumann Konigsberg Germany Dr. Holmes New England Abiel Holmes Woodstock Conn John Holmes Roxbury Tor Nev Samuel P. Smith Newton Center Maas Harvard Mra. Smith Mra Peornt Barrow Garftald Zanesville Ohio Brush Creek Township Toomas A. Gamruco Grand Rapids Mich Rhow James A Garfield

A Mountaineer Lynched After Sheriff Murder

Oscar Morton, a young mountain desperado who killed Sheriff William Sims at Beattyville fair grounds, was seized by a mob of about two hundred and hanged from a Muddy Creek bridge. He had earlier killed a man in Breathitt County and was attempting to enter Beattyville fair grounds without a ticket when confronted by Sheriff Sims. Morton drew two revolvers and fired, striking the sheriff four times, with one bullet piercing the heart.

Amortono Bankers’ Association Battimore Coumpy Moony Bolls Town Keithsburg William Walters Harvey H. Smith Sipliog Waco Texaa Ekull Sanan Roprisox Cleveland Ohio Montgomery Qibbs Buffalo Tur Pacifie Express Dallas Oregon Willlis Geffrey Princeton Greifrey Lona Berry Christina County Oscar Morton Sherif William Sims Loo County Beattyville Muddy Creek Ilo Breathitt County Fair Grounds Beatty Hills Shorifilms

Tragic Buffalo Suburbs Drive Fatal Train Collision

A day outing near Buffalo N Y ends in disaster as Miss Emily Wood and two children die after a horse drawn carriage crosses the tracks and a passing freight engine strikes, killing the elder instantly and a girl soon after. Mrs Grenny’s house treated the injured.

Buffalo N. W MN. Y Emily B Wood John N. Scatphard Niagara Boulevard John C. Grenny Calvin Strac

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