08 Apr 1885
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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1885
Page
1
The Erie Store Millinery Parlors showcases a stylish spring assortment for ladies, misses and children. Visit to see trims and styles and place orders before stock runs out.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Whitney designates three officers not tied to the Dolphin contract to pass final payment and avoid conflict of interest. The advisory board will include Captain George E. Belknap and Commander Evans, to review construction compliance with contract terms. General Lawton arrival sparks talks of a Russian mission appointment.
A historical bulletin reports General Grant suffering a severe coughing spell that caused an arterial hemorrhage. Morphine induced sleep stopped the bleed and allowed nourishment with the patient growing weaker but currently comfortable. Late notes mention improved pulse and quiet sleep as supporters observe his condition.
At Grover's toy store on Wood Street Pittsburg, J B McKeown a leading off looker and speculator drew a revolver from his pocket and shot himself in the temple dying instantly. No motive given. Also notes light judicial voting across Wisconsin and Madison reporting sparse turnout.
Reports from the Northwest rebellion front detail troops moving via Qu Appelle enduring cold and snow as batteries pursue rebels. Descriptions of Duck Lake combat, rail damage, and shelter breaches at Prince Albert, with coordination notes from Middleton and Fisher. News of Indian tribes, volunteers, and transport issues clouding relief efforts amid political rows and cautions.
Arkansas City April 8 a new phase in the Oklahoma movement emerges as colonists decide to send Captain Couch to Washington to lay their reports before President Cleveland and the Interior Secretary. The group frames themselves as peaceful homesteaders, not reckless troublemakers, and will wait for Couch’s return. Camps near the Arkansas River swell to about 1,500 with 500 more within twenty five miles.
The White Star steamer Germanic from New York returned to port badly damaged after a Sunday tidal wave scene. Captain Kenney reports the vessel flooded, unable to steer, and thrown on her beams ends. Passengers praise his conduct amid numerous injuries and one drowning.
Berlin dispatch says Lord Rosebery invited Bismarck to mediate between Russia and England while the Prince and Princess of Wales travel to Ireland. US envoy to Switzerland recalled amid Swiss government tensions. In Dublin, National League meeting denounces Irish Loyalists and plans prompt royal route protests.
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