15 Jan 1883
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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1883
Page
1
Fire gutted the Planters Hotel at St Equis after a blaze described as fierce with extensive damage. Rumors center on Miss Garrison and Ghee as suspected incendiaries tied to the Newhale House arrest. A Sioux City horror and snowbound railroads worsen regional distress.
St Louis reports claim Miss Garrison was not abducted but willingly went to the house with alleged abductors and even dined at a restaurant, with some meals paid by her. She insists she was not in duress, police know those involved, but no charges filed despite family reluctance to prosecute. Meanwhile a Wisconsin dispatch notes a fire trap Newhall House case suspect arrested, while sensational reports link Prof. Benjamin Mason to past fire claims.
Special Dispatch reports a large Planters hotel fire that swept through the kitchen area on Fourth Street, killing two guests and injuring others. Firemen battled freezing conditions as guests fled in night clothes, with losses estimated around 30,000 dollars.
Niagara's ice gorge appears across the river for the first time this year drawing excursionists and sight-seers. In Saint Paul Minnesota snow blocks rail lines to Minneapolis and surrounding areas. Three people reportedly froze to death as traffic for lime is suspended across the region.
Early today a fire at Samuel Lewis residence in Tannyrows New York caused total loss of furniture pictures and clothing. Miss Lewis escaped in night dress as the blaze spread rapidly. The fire is deemed incendiary but no suspicions are listed and the insured mansion cost about 110000 with 35000 paid for improvements.
A blast at the William Penn Colliery this morning, likely caused by damp conditions, killed Jeffrey Williams and Henry Stephens. No other fatalities reported.
Dispatch reports a fatal house fire at Henry Pierce's home in Stony Creek on January date. The father made a desperate attempt to rescue two children but was held back, and both children perished before his eyes as smoke engulfed the residence.
Special dispatch reports a gathering mood in purkrey about railways and monopolies amid turbulence. Turkish actions and rumored events in Europe stir secondhand fear as martial implications ripple through Eastern Rumelia and Constantinople. Emperor Wilhelm’s reported death sparks newspaper chatter and cautious confirmation by Phasas agency.
Five O clock dispatches report a series of disasters and incidents including a large fire at the Smelting and Refining Works with heavy losses and worker layoffs, a heavy mining works burn, a Jersey City figure avoiding officials, a plan to raise tariffs amid industrial pressure, a drowning of two sailors near Cape Cod, and a Colorado landslide near Leadville with fatalities.
Weather bulletin notes cloudy conditions around Lower Lakes with winds shifting from west to east. Barometer rising fluctuates, indicating variable operations and uncertain forecasts for the area.
A dense market summary lists bulk cement prices, plaster and lime products, wheat and corn offerings, oats and sugar, and various staples with numerous price figures. Several entries reference Duluth grain, Detroit markets, flour, syrup, pork, and other commodities with quoted per unit prices and tonnage, though some lines are garbled. The piece also notes delivery issues and general market dullness, with banking and brokerage notes appended.
Bowrox Massachusetts January 14 Governor Jer delivers a forceful message condemning clergy and citizens for alleged gross excesses in public institutions. He attacks actions and asserts they have become concerns of the state. The rebuke is unusually scathing and aims to deter further misdeeds.
A Special Dispatch from Victoria, B C reports U S reverend Waltcoth left the Metekak mission amid a growing clash between Bishop Adley and Missionary Duncan. Local authorities were blamed by some for sparking the ecclesiastical difficulty, while the government denies interest.
Telegraphic notes report a railway collision at Camerhills with several deaths. An unidentified man died Sunday night at Olen while attempting to board a freight train at the Erie depot. Other items mention a ban on a wagon and cat, a financial loss of 100000, Baldwin’s Yonkers factory assignment, a grand lodge meeting in Binghamton, and various foreign and domestic political notes. A jail fire at Oak Harbor results in a drunken inmate’s death. A fire at the Tocsin office. Dr Haeckel injured escaping. Denver men backing Tabor face Senate corruption claims. House to investigate.
Special dispatch reports a Windsor and Agahy express derailment near Afauat Anneke station en route to Halifax. One adult passenger was killed or gravely injured while several others suffered serious wounds. a guard escaped with minor injuries. A plan is rumored to merge Grand Trunk routes with Allied navigation firms to monopolize St. Lawrence trade.
Special dispatch reports extended strikes on the Caledonia Railway. Only ten of the forty engines at the Uri depot are in use. About seven men parade in Hamilton streets, refusing to work until the company agrees to terms.
Report notes a transfer of Enistas at the Bradford train and discusses an unusual dialect, a rustic road contrast, and Rastus wandering the western country. It also recounts Abr Will Agate Jr of Pittsford sustaining severe leg injuries while sculpting at his father’s malt house. The piece mentions a domestic dispute on Second Street, with the husband claiming his wife’s innocence and promising reform after a heavy Christmas spree.
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