10 Aug 1899
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1899
Page
1
A fragment from a wartime report references a shelter policy and related letters involving local authorities and a company named Poa. The note mentions a delay and questions about the arrangement, with scarce readable details and no clear outcome.
A fragmented discussion on market panic, anti trust shifts, and potential crash postponement. References to labor restrictions, foreign and domestic manufacturing, and the specter of dust driven health and economic pressures affecting textile and carpet trades.
A fragmented warning from Fresno about speculative oil stocks and land frauds, urging cautious investment in legitimate oil development. It cites Dumb luck stock schemes, warns of market manipulation, and calls for responsible use of oil resources while acknowledging the state’s interest in development.
The article outlines an encampment in the courthouse park with camping grounds and a three week limit. It notes preparations by local groups, invitations to delegates from Fresno and other areas, and mentions a 1900 meeting in San Francisco with expectations to host next year. It also references a court case and local civic organization actions related to the encampment.
The Southern Pacific Company cut freight rates on wine shipments to FV cents per hundred from Fresno to Cincinnati and Detroit, and 11% to Piltsore and Buffalo. The company did not reduce rates on coal, nor to any points west of Brhesfield, and no other changes were announced. In fact, old stories persist as people still enjoy them.
A reader recounts health decline during pregnancy and the swift improvement after using Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets, crediting renewed strength and ability to work on a farm, plus the birth of a healthy baby boy. The letter promotes the product as a universal remedy for female weakness and constipation, claiming rapid relief and lasting cure.
The report portrays Taylor Albin recounting his son Shirley’s service in Manila and a planned return to civilian life. He cites Shirley’s duties with artillery, a possible move to the islands for business, and a promise of support from American officials amid Armenian community concerns.
The article notes upcoming races at a Fresno track. It mentions trainer Lunde and jockeys preparing fast horses for the meeting. Several promising local horses are expected to attract attention as contenders, with plans to ship horses and watch key performances.
A damaged report describes a Garrison Flag sent by Maj or Rice Brigade to General Muller. It mentions General WoW Vulkrei and a California regiment en route home from Mania, with Meyer and others implicated in the ceremony and its history. Key names appear garbled, but the event centers on a flag sent to headquarters and photographed contingents.
A veterinary report describes multiple animal health issues including glanders and pneumonia cases across several farms. It notes three visits to a subject named David Ashprice, a glanders outbreak, four houses affected, and two deaths from overwork and lung inflammation. The document mentions animals and owners such as Babcock Velni, Weymouth, Kemp, Gray, and Robert Smith with various herd concerns and a separate case involving a James Statzer property milled.
Fragmentary text references Ming 2 Vblett and Minford term on a train stand project. Mentions Hanford blue, people named Harlech Lime, Brttemsey, Charles, Tee, Palton G lerry Puls Walters Ceot,e Helm Gordon. Mentions discussions of a road option and misrepresented fats. Next Saturday Prosis will play Duis et Selna.
Amidst a turbulent period, Visalia and Merced face umpiring critiques and player trades. Rumors swirl of Cecil and other pitchers joining teams as Frank Selee explores new talent. Controversial calls and managerial tensions color valley baseball news alongside a warehouse fire loss estimated near thousands, with local figures assessing causes.
A memoir style testimonial recounts a woman who married young and suffered health decline. She describes consulting doctors, taking medicines, and finally using Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription from Buffalo. The account credits the remedy with restoring strength and vitality, framing it as a common, hopeful cure for feminine disorders.
Aug 4 Chicago bout between Turkey Pomtt of Philadelphia and Billy Rothford of Chicago ended in a draw after a clever exchanges through rounds four to seven. In Denver Joe Choyn ski of California defeated Pete CYPrett of Cripple Creek in a foul filled scheduled 42 round bout at the Colorado Athletic Club, referee Rann halted as chaos erupted and Choyn s took the decision amid a bruising, contentious contest.
The drug store rush continues as Kemps Balsam claims to cure coughs colds asthma bronchitis and consumption. It is sold with a 3 guarantee and full satisfaction, priced at two shillings and sixpence.
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