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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1896
Page
6
Li Hung Chang met by General Ruger, the official representative of President Cleveland, at a warmly received Hart's reception. The event showcased cordial U S diplomacy and highlighted ongoing ties between nations through formal courtesy and high level attendance.
China's diplomat Li Hung Chang arrived in New York aboard the St Louis with a large suite and family entourage. Fire Island salutes, White Fleet cannon booms, and formal welcomes marked a ceremonious harbor reception before a visit to Gen. Grant's tomb where he laid a wreath and voiced deep respect for the United States and its commander.
Apili and Helene, along with their grandchild, traveled from Brooklyn to Labrador home via St. John s and back, aided by a safe passage plan. A collision occurred between engines at a farmyard gate, injuring a fireman near Davie Inlet. The ambassador and naval reserve guards witnessed a crowded reception as Nancy Helene Columbia Palmer, born at the World s Fair home, was singled out for ceremony.
Steam traction engines owned by William Peat and J. Brooks collided at the gate to Mr Harhart’s farm near Lawrence Kansas. Peat had been hired by Earhart to thrash but the plan ended in a wreck with bystander reports unclear on injuries.
A Telegraph dispatch from Wieff reports Prince Lobanoff Rostovsky, Russia’s Foreign Minister, died suddenly while traveling from Vienna. He was accompanied by the Dapr and his death caused great excitement in Russia, where he was seen as second only to the Czar in influence. His policy stance was viewed as potentially threatening to world peace.
The US cruiser Brooklyn completed a four hour forced draught trial off Cape Ann averaging 24.02 knots with a peak of 220 knots in spots and earning a $350,000 bonus for the Cramp company. The trial exceeded 11,000 horsepower requirements and spanned a hazy start through rain and fog to a final 20.02 knot average over 83 knots.
A massive fire destroyed Ontonagon Michigan, leaving 1 800 residents homeless and hungry. Firefighters abandoned gear as flames spread through pine stacks and Lumber yards. Relief trains evacuated townsfolk to Rockland while insurers pledged aid and loss tallies climbed, including a valuable Diamond Match coin collection.
A devastating Ontonagon fire destroys much of the village including hotels, warehouses, depots, and residences. The Diamond Match Company bears a $1 million loss with substantial insured goods. Relief efforts are underway from railways and nearby towns as the town plans rebuilding, though long-term prospects look diminished.
The Canadian yacht Canada defeated the American challenger Vencedor by twenty six seconds after a lengthy, dramatic course on Lake Erie. Capt Barber mistook the stake boat causing the Vencedor to lose nearly three minutes while the Canada led from the start to finish.
Delegates gather for the National League of Republican Clubs convention at Exposition Hall Milwaukee. Attendance grows through the day though some national speakers are absent due to other duties. Gen E A McAlpin presides as Mayor Ranschenberger and Wisconsin Republicans welcome attendees. Dispatches from McKinley Hobart Depew note their regret at missing the event.
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