31 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1896
Page
1
A concise promotional item states PA COX & 60 offers guidance on getting the most for dollars with money saving information in every line of the advertisement. It emphasizes value and practical savings for readers.
Special values on ladies hose and vests plus men's Merino shirts and wool hose. Includes 19c to 59c price ranges, 3 for $1.00 on some items, and new belts and veiling in stock. Also notes mittens, Mohair binding, and tinsel cord priced to attract customers.
Three thousand four hundred thirty four feet of moulding just received in standard styles including Flemish Oak Dutch Oak Antique Oak Black Walnut Birds eye Maple Hungarian Ash Gold and Silver. A full line of styles to select from. Come and see them.
Leadville Colorado October 31 W H Montgomery AFL general organizer arrives to mediate the miners strike. He reports broad support among managers businessmen miners and citizens for a peaceful settlement, with losses already tallying about 2 million dollars. Doctors in Chicago say General Joseph T Torrence’s condition offers no hope after a late-night consultation.
Reports from Chicago state Mannow was hanged yesterday in Cook County jail. Windrath, his accomplice in the Birch streetcar cashier killing, was hanged July 6 and shouted greetings. Obituaries and local incidents span from stamps to storms, with weather notes for Illinois Michigan and Wisconsin.
The day’s market report covers New York financials with calling rates and mercantile paper, government bond notes, and currency figures. Chicago Board of Trade quotes show near-term and deferred prices for corn oats and lard, plus butter eggs and potatoes. Chicago live stock at Union Stock Yards lists hogs, cattle, and sheep with range prices and receipts for the day.
Lynn Mass Oct 31 The Rockport express on Boston and Maine fled Boston at 4 10 PM narrowly escaped plunging into Saugus river when air brakes failed The engine toppled into water tender and first car derailed three hundred passengers saved Engineer Doherty and Fireman Jameson rescued with minor injuries Dozens of witnesses recount the peril and the near catastrophe at the river draw Thanks to quick actions by train hands the danger was averted Also a Boston letter recalls Stemtok’s gem shop lore involving Beecher Terry and a famed aquamarine ring now worn by Sir Henry Irving
Fred Woodcock of Malvern reports a terrible cyclone swept eastern Jefferson County and Ashley County debris delayed a Portland train. The storm widened to Sherill on the Altheimer branch, destroying barns, houses, fences and forests. Fifteen to twenty people were injured with no confirmed deaths.
News from Jackson Michigan reports Mrs Albert Robinson age 35 and her eight year old daughter died in a Sandstone township house fire yesterday morning. Officials believe kerosene used to light the fire caused the blast and ensuing flames.
A severe cyclone struck Seville on Wednesday causing homes and chimneys to fall, trees toppled, and widespread panic. Many injured. fatalities feared though not yet confirmed. Local authorities assess damage and aid requests continue.
Heavy storms sweep southern France as the Rhone rises and overflows banks in multiple locations. Many people are affected as flooding disrupts towns and daily life.
Milwaukee local museum displayed a wax figure of William T. Rambusch the Juneau defaulter who killed himself. Mrs Rambusch sent an attorney to remove the exhibit claiming libel. The showman said he could continue by law but would end the display out of respect to her feelings.
London reports Captain Marriott of the Norfolk regiment was captured by brigands during a shooting incident in Smyrna and is said to be held for a ransom of 50,000 dollars.
Atlanta report from October 31 notes Thomas E. Watson campaigning for West in Georgia's Tenth District. He urged support for Bryan in the national race, described fusions and Kansas politics, and criticized North Carolina actions. Watson appeared ill and tired while delivering remarks in Sandersville.
Washington dispatch records Senator Faulkner and national Democratic chairman Jones discussing Illinois influence in the presidential contest. Jones quotes to a London Chronicle correspondent noting McKinley’s need for Illinois, Bryan’s overall odds without Illinois, and stronger prospects for Bryan with Illinois.
Omaha Neb Oct 31 The arrangements for W J Bryan appearance in Omaha next Monday night are practically decided by his managers He will speak at half a dozen halls during the evening but the order of appearances is not announced to avoid crowds flocking to the first venue leaving others sparsely attended
Bradstreet's notes that staple line trade is limited to immediate needs and that overall commerce remains subdued until election results. Despite cautious activity, prices rise for key commodities like iron, wheat, sugar, and petroleum while loaned orders for woolen goods stay moderate. US and Canada business failures decline from last week.
Miss Mathilde Nelson, a Swedish widow about 80, sues the estate of the late Austin Corbin for 50000 alleging he promised to provide for her in old age and that he was a frequent visitor to her apartments before his death. The action seeks recovery of the money as a provision from his estate. The Dubuque Assembly to meet next April at Bellevue to consider Brown’s fellowship case after San Francisco representatives may attend on neutral ground.
A Washington Star excerpt recalls a prodigal son tale with Mrs Corntossel and her husband debating his flaws and return, noting a shift in behavior and a forgiving lesson while contrasting with contemporary men who complain about the fatted calf’s cooking.
A Moon area report highlights Henry Weston and Mrs. John Estell praising Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People after long illnesses resisted by doctors. Estell credits rapid relief from indigestion and grippe after using two boxes, while Weston’s cure followed a few boxes. Local druggist Amberg & Murphy confirm many cures and urge trials as a safe, inexpensive remedy. The article touts pills as a general blood builder addressing nerves, rheumatism, and female health issues, available at pharmacies or by mail.
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