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Cranbury Press

Location

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1896

Page

4

Whale entangled in transatlantic cable near Brazil

A 60 foot whale became trapped under a submarine cable seventy six miles north of Santa Catarina. The whale suffocated as it could not lift or move the wire, damaging insulation and making the line useless. The Viking repair ship investigates and hoists the damaged cable.

Santa Catharina Viking Boston Globo

Royal wit mocks lawyers with bicycle placard joke

A London royal staffer humorously parodies Isbola legal jargon by placing a sign on his bike claiming the owner will return in 20 minutes. After a police court case where he loses his fee, the bike is gone and a second placard taunts the “ Brilliant Legal Gentleman ” that another man has his wheel and will not be back.

I. B London Illustrated Isbola Olerklass Lawyera Thue Norton Minnesota Maine William Jennings Bryan Boston Bryan Dath Sewalt George Fred Williams Bangor Cleveland Ohio Montna Massachusetts Winman J. Bayan Arato New York Middle States National Committee Mr. Bryan St. Louis Mr. Bryan Np Asheville N. C Newy Yor New England New Jersey Pennsylvania Alleghanies

Eels Reproduction Mystery Stirs Alpine Lake Study

Dr Imhof argues eels may reproduce in freshwater lakes after a 14 year experiment in three Alpine basins in Grisons Switzerland. In Cauma Sea eels flourished without new stock since 1887 some reaching 43 feet. The 3390 foot high lake has subterranean springs and no visible outlet, suggesting internal multiplication rather than natural immigration.

Imhof Alpine Grisons Switzerland Cauma Canma

Collar of honor for brave dogs awarded by French society

The French Rosiety for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals awards a collar of honor to dogs. Bacohue the bulldog stops runaway horses by jumping and biting the bridle, saving eight lives. Pentland won the collar in 1887 for protecting his mistress from a footpad, and Tork the Newfoundland saved three children from drowning.

Bacohue Pentland Tork

France Quarantine Law Trial Ends with Acquittal

In 1822 France enacted a death penalty for breaking quarantine. A peasant in Bordeaux was tried under this enduring statute. the jury acquitted, though guilt was shown. Britain produced 189,661,862 tons of coal last year, the record high, with 3,512 coal mines active.

Meath France Bordeau Great Britain

Notable Civil War Leaders Palmer and Buckner Biographies

John McAuley Palmer of Kentucky Illinois born 1817 pursued law, politics, and military service rising to Major General. Simon Boliver Buckner, Kentucky-born West Point graduate, led infantry in key Civil War battles and later became Kentucky governor in 1887.

John McAuley Palmer Scott County Kentucky Oli Madison County Iinois Alton Shurtleff) College Macoupin County State Senate Minos Philadelphia John C. Fremont Lincoln Washington Mlinois Infantry Pope New Madrid Island No. 10 Corinth Murfreaaboron Chickamauga Palmer Fourteenth Army Corps Lookout Mountain Missionary Ridge Timeis United Sates Simon Boliver Buckner United States Military Academy Hegan West Point Contreras Churubusco Molino del Rey State Guard Grand Division Murfreesboro Hirby Smith Osterhans Baton Houge Bucknor Grant New York

Declaration of Principles Adopted at the Indianapolis Convention

The Indianapolis convention adopts a set of principles to guide party policy. Delegates endorse a platform emphasizing unity, reform, and commitment to political goals.

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Democratic Platform Calls for Monetary Reform and Court Independence

The platform urges intelligent currency reform to separate banking from government and create a uniform bank currency under state supervision. It lauds President Cleveland, endorses merit-based reforms, opposes the spoils system, calls for strict economy, arbitration in international disputes, liberal pensions, and preserves Supreme Court independence and the rule of law. It commits to reform and the public good for the nation.

W. ©. P. Breakinridge Kentucky John DeWitt Warner New York H. A. Hammond Georgia F. W. Lohmno Missouri W. D. Bynum Indiana Currenay Eokola Illinois Sparks Tennessee William E. Russell Massachusetts Russell Willam Everett Passy Bis Palmer Bragg Innransrozin National Democratic Party Democratic Party Carter Acta Hina Chicago Republican Party Geare National Democracy Times Treasury Congress St. Louis Republic United States Yale Hkewise Cleveland Hia Bia Fathers of Supreme Court Supreme Court of the Wis

National G A R Encampment Opens in St Paul Auditorium

The thirtieth National encampment of the G A R opened in the Auditorium at St Paul Minnesota before a vast audience of Grand Army men and citizens from far and near. A parade of 25 000 veterans had been held the previous day. The scene reflected broad public interest in the veterans organization.

St. Paul Mion

Mealey’s Four Year Deaf and Dumb Cycle

Physicians in Scranton Pennsylvan ia study John Mealey who becomes deaf and mute every four years. Twenty years ago a horse accident in Ireland caused the condition and since then each recurrence lasts three days with speech and hearing returning on the fourth day. Doctors remain puzzled by the pattern and seek explanation.

Dortors

Mound Builders’ Find at McKay’s Rock Penn

Thomas Harper oversees excavation at McKay’s Rock in Pennsylvania where artifacts appear over 1000 years old. A large bone implement and an Atomahawk are unearthed, suggesting primitive mound builders created the site. Finds will go to the Carnegie Museum in Pittsburgh after ongoing explorations reveal more relics.

McKay's Rocke Penn Thomas Harper Tyhos Cey Ward Uarper British Isles Mr. Harper Sava Harper Carnegie Museum Pittsburg

Monster clam draws crowds at Portland market

A monster clam weighing six to eight pounds was shown at a Portland market attracting attention. The neck spans about a foot and the body resembles a duck between two shells. Such clams appear only during very high tides and are dug with difficulty. The exhibition is part of the Elks clambake with a medal for the man who swallows it whole.

Portland Trath

Eye Health and Reading Habits Advised for Families

Public health tips warn against eye strain by avoiding rubbing eyes and tight veils, recommending clear lighting and pale wall colors. Advice covers reading in bed, posture, and regular breaks, with a playful promotion for a household scoop device at the end.

Catarrh Cure Ad Promises Rewards for Uncurable Cases

An old advertisement pledges a hundred dollar reward for any catarrh case not cured by Lal's Catarrh Cure from Cheney & Co of Toledo. The notice quotes testimonials from wholesale druggists and endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Funny Pills as effective.

Dow Lal Cheney & CO Props Toledo Cheney W Bar Tanax Wholcaats Druggleta Toled Wanorno Kinxan Marvix Draggiste Ohio Hall

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