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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1883
Page
1
Grain trade reports from Buffalo Detroit and Toledo show flour steady and cornmeal active in Buffalo with mixed oats and wheat weak. Detroit lists flour and wheat steady with white and No 2 whites priced. corn and oats nominal. Toledo records higher wheat with mixed corn and oats bids, prices varied and bids inactive.
Herman Timmerman, about forty five, of two miles southwest of Corry, shot himself in the head in a barn. He had shown signs of mental Low mood in days prior, leaving a wife a child and a sister. In another report from Cawaco a circus panic broke out when an elephant charged the procession. the ring was flooded with fear but no serious injuries were reported despite a near stampede of spectators.
In the House of Commons Mr O'Donnell of Dungarven gave notice he would move that the Marquis of Lansdowne be removed as Governor General of Canada. He argued the appointment would arouse grave discontent among the Irish people who see it as not a conciliatory act.
The consecration of the Church of Our Savior occurred during the coronation ceremonies with the Czar and Czarina present along with the imperial family and foreign ambassadors. Troops guarded the church as artillery salvos sounded while flags from the 1812 campaign were displayed. A new Nihilist journal attacked the government and the Czar and Czarina.
Special to the Associated Press from Chicago June 8 witnesses testified before the board of trade that Fowler Bros used cow bones buttering skimmings sheep fat and hog fat in prime steam lard production. The scandal notes poison in clover near Hennipin is reducing cattle herds in the area.
DoJ papers reveal a $12,700 compromise in the 1875 Treasury theft suit after two trials. Eastman’s promo review found him mentally competent but unfitted, risking dismissal. Civil service adds local post office exam boards at Buffalo and others and schedules competitive exams for June to July in Albany Buffalo and Rochester. China government states modern progress and potential manpower to deter European powers.
Special to Associated Press. Bereato June 8. William Weaver, a Canadian, was arrested last night on a charge of obtaining five hundred dollars on a forged deed at Welland. He was returned to that place.
During Wednesday night lightning struck four tenements in Asutano Pennsylvania wrecking them and killing a woman while injuring four men Three other tenements were wrecked in the storm damage and fire units rushed to the scene to assist occupants and secure the area
William C. Moore was arrested in Atlastic Iowa on June 8 for embezzling one hundred thirty thousand dollars from Victor Bank of Victor, New York. Police say the suspect faced charges and awaits further legal actions.
A notorious gambling house proprietor Pat Sheedy recently lost one hundred thousand dollars and has closed up He had supplied funds for the defense of Jerry Dunn in a case associated with Associated Press reports from Caicaso in June.
Sheriff sold the Gibbs and Sterret manufacturing assets in Corry and Titusville Meadville after foreclosure of a mortgage originally nearly 200 000 dollars but reduced to 150 000 at sale. Ten banks led the claimants including Corry National of Titusville and R B Battles as trustee who bid 21000. Original facilities cost about 400 000. Syndicate unlikely to continue the business absent a purchaser soon.
A Dissociated Press report from Racoon North Carolina states that Samuel Wright, former county attorney, has been committed for forgeries totaling thirty thousand dollars. The terse notice identifies Wright and the alleged financial crime with the amount involved.
Charles McConnell believes Haverly has sunk 250000 in mining ventures. H C McConnell asserts attachments against Haverly's Theatre in New York are valueless and claims ownership of Haverty theatrical enterprises nationwide and the Haverty name since Haverty left for Europe in 1881.
In Buffalo during the current A O U W session M W Fish of California was elected A M F and M E Beebe of New York G O. Wm G Morris of Illinois M W and Wm Sackett of Pennsylvania reelected Supreme Recorder 8 8 Davis of Ohio Supreme Receiver.
Street chatter questions when the steel works will start and finish while noting that the puff ball business appears exhausted and that corner lots and tombstones are likely buried in the same hole as the steel project.
A late Elmira Telegram issue quotes Mister Toomey as a missing link and accuses local officials of falsity while denying figures or work was done. Ex-city clerk Joan H. Corags responds, alleging forged statements and paid editorials. Also publicizes the Annual Saturday Picnic at Cassadaga camp grounds on June 5 and 10 with speakers Kellogg and Lynn, Damon’s band, rail excursion trains, and ticket sales details.
Reports on preparations for the Chautauqua house opening at Mayville on June 9. Other items note two Jamestown children recovering from canned tomato poisoning, a mill Creek farmer’s suicide, Gibbs Sterrett shops sale for 30000 dollars, a marriage abduction case, and strong finances at Point Chautauqua with 250000 dollar property value and 350000 dollar stock issued. Also mentions Miss Morse sailing to Granada to head a Nicaragua college kindergarten department, and a defaced pine tree shilling coin linked to the Bugbee family treasure.
Dunkirk June 8 Eniror Ousniver of the Advertiser and Union is in terrible condition and may soon hear of a great explosion. He hates Decoration Day and any reminder of the late fratricidal contest. Citizens question his war record and wounds, if any, while others urge him to mind his own business. The balance of the stock of W K Tequembourg will be sold at public auction in three lots on Lion st in Dunkirk on June 26 1883. H C Huquexaotne OJuo 1038F 13and90 Assignce.
Three hundred striking miners left Belleville yesterday bearing a banner reading Bread or blood. The destination of the group was not known, as they moved under the banner in a show of protest reported by the Evening Observer of St. Louis on a June date.
Romer reports June 8 that Vatican misgivings about issuing manifestos on Irish affairs fade as Propaganda plans reprint five acts of current certificates about Ireland for distribution among Irish bishops and clergy.
Special Dispatch reports Laflin Rand’s powder works at Newacey were struck by lightning on June 7. The explosion caused great damage and a single death occurred, with injuries reported among workers. The incident prompted investigations and safety reviews by authorities.
Constantinople reports that the Porte notified the United States that the commercial treaty between Turkey and America will terminate next year. After termination, importation of American meat lard and similar products will be prohibited.
Special Dispatch reports Eliphalet Clark, Maine's oldest practicing homeopathic physician, has died. Clark mentored many, practiced in the state for decades, and left a lasting impact on Maine's medical community.
Ireland reports 270 tons of seed potatoes distributed by Quakers in County Donegal relieving distress for about 3,000 families. Local weather notes anticipate rains over the Lake region Saturday with lower temperatures and cooler conditions.
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