28 Jul 1893
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1893
Page
1
A report describes discussions on reducing transportation rates to the East involving Southern Pacific officials and key industry figures. The exchange hints at general agreement but notes interdepartmental and external interest resistance, with a pending decision to align with broader concessions, as officials weigh strategic impacts and potential substitutes.
Governor Lewelin declares the Cherokee district situation serious as eleven companies of industry are ordered to hold in readiness to move on three noted fronts. Lieutenant Governor and officials describe the dispute as a difference without distinction, with reports of unrest, arrests, and labor strife across several locales.
Fragments report international questions before July 96 and a French minister interview. tensions over territorial rights in Lonam and Cumtoli. a wartime settlement basis discussed. cholera outbreaks and transit detentions noted. a Pittsburgh line wreck, injuries, and deaths reported. Gustave Tsche die d suddenly in Los Angeles.
Reports from London and Westminster describe tensions over Siamese neutrality. British and French notes signal possible blockades while a cabinet statement pledges protection of British subjects and property. The Siamese coast remains tense as ships move toward the gulf.
General Willem Vandever died suddenly at his Ventura home on Sunday afternoon at age 76. He served in Congress representing California’s Sixth district and held multiple military and civilian posts before retiring. Funeral services were held on Tuesday.
A July border clash leaves three soldiers dead as Ieper forces pursue Lepers sheltering in Walilau Valley. Reports say exchanges occurred at the valley pass with shots fired near the provcial government outpost. Washington dispatches and the Crown’s expeditionary plans follow unclear lines.
A contentious gathering at the Luth Avenue hotel on a night of unrest ended with lights out and attendees urged to leave. The event, hosted by the Sayer club, featured speeches on finance and reform, amid claims of industrial backing and calls for party influence in Congress.
Graphic OCR notes describe a mob attack on a veteran accused of wrongdoing, with chaotic street violence in a northern city. The article recounts thousands of bystanders, police limits, a mob forcing entry, a hanged body finally displayed, and eventual dispersal as authorities restored order.
A wrecked British ship Ludubink from New South Wales burst into flames in March, parts jettisoned, crew abandoned, and fires fought with water pumps failing as explosions rocked the hold. Concurrently, July protests denounced convict labor and levee contracts mistreated by authorities, amid a political arrest tied to a river depot and grand larceny charges against two leaders.
A July incident details a large reward paid by the Southern Laughitt Company and Wells Fargo for a crime involving Talin Sontag. The tale describes armed encounters with Indians near Fort Omaha, a siege, and the fort’s defenders, including Linson, who repelled attackers. a tragedy at California fruit auction is noted alongside sparse legal and court news about Chief Justice involvement and a Midwinter fair.
A chaotic bank crisis description spreads through New York stocks with suspensions and asset concerns. Reports note widespread bank runs, heavy losses, and financial leaders like Nichols & Co and Chicago Trust facing pressure. The scene shifts to Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia as stock activity stabilizes slowly amid uncertainty.
At the meeting of the Board of Supervisors the light plant for the hospital electric camera and related matters were postponed to the August 7 regular session. The board discussed the county exhibit at the World’s Fair in Chicago and its funding, and notified George A. Wolson that his term ends August 10. A motion to approve $400 for court house furniture plans and specs drew attention to bills from furniture makers and risks of extra charges, while comments from General Alger on President Harrison’s interview reflected skepticism about published statements.
A meeting at the depot with officials and labor representatives discussed delaying the pay car until August due to rumors of a Southern Pacific Railway raid. They noted workers relying on the pay car and expected the first week of September earnings to resume, while some stressed the need to stand by the first revision and keep the pay car arriving as scheduled.
Provisional Hawaiian government drafts terms placing islands under United States direction for five years with a US commissioner, plans to cut four new trout for shipment to Washington, and bans immigration of Chinese laborers with existing Chinese workers affected. Public debt to be assumed by the United States, with Congress to provide funds.
Vanatso Hartford breaks from moorings at Rotten Row, towed downstream, hauled into dock. Inspections show hull cleaner with reduced fouling. board of survey may not inspect before city disposal in February. Murphy case in court yields dramatic exchange with Luther Dunstan. Lady Murphy references and a long argument to follow.
Fresno Blade reports Armstrong arrest for failure to provide for child and forced marriage to current wife, plus a July flood scene in Arkansas River valley with widespread damage and losses. Also lists fugitives from Santa Rosa, a double murder case, a tax and public works note, and a county commissioners meeting in August.
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