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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1889
Page
3
A rambling Fresno column records social visits, court actions, and local notices. It notes upcoming events at the BR pages theater, a community meeting, and preparations for engagements and exhibitions, with mentions of local residents, business openings, and civic items throughout the week.
Fire swept through a stable on Lollara street near the Southern Pacific Hotel damaging the south wing and a blacksmith shop. Six horses perished including Boninza and Oakland Boy, with property loss estimated between $9000 and $10000 and insurance totaling $2000. Firefighters from multiple stations battled the blaze as flames spread across the loft and shed, with extensive straw and grain wrecked.
A Merced city council debate centers on pipe work depths, contractor liability, and a new fire ordinance. Inspectors push for stricter rules on stovepipes and rubbish piles, aiming to require complete work or bond payments, while citizens discuss enforcement and penalties.
The WW Medical Society held a regular meeting last Friday night at Dr Maupin's office. Dr St George Hopking reported harmony among members after a lively address by the Health Officer and others. The Wealth Officer said six physicians were dropped from prior reports for not filing monthly reports. City engineer Shepard completed sewer system estimates and a report.
Live School Trusteey Orange Center School District Cen tral Colony reports receipt of a new bell. A new tower will be built for the schoolhouse with ventilation, repairs, and grounds beautification. Board members Foster Madson and Richard Williams lead the effort. Mr Madson was re elected at the annual election last Monday. The Sentinel School District notice says excitement prevailed. In the Aldreth stage robbery case the jury failed to reach a verdict by midnight and was locked up for the night.
A Fresno saloon scene features actor Jim Page amid a heated political feud with Frank Page. The report notes Page challenging Page's Democratic rival, with saloon figures and friends influencing the ruckus. Fire department praise follows, and local events include water supply notices and a health update on Captain Ewing.
Professor Todd of Yale University publishes a book What Is the Bible? arguing the Bible is not infallible and that parts of Scripture may be attributed to unknown authors. He contends Moses did not write the Pentateuch and that certain passages are allegorical or traditional, challenging orthodox views.
A flood relief drive in Johnstown lists numerous donors and small contributions from businesses and individuals including Jons Finstein, Alesander Gordon, and many named firms. The page notes donations totaling modest sums and promotes local merchants, with casual appeals to buy and support the relief effort.
A Modesto man accuses journalist Lurner of insincerity in a long interview. In a dramatic incident at the Journal office, Lurner allegedly fired a forty five caliber revolver at Turner after a confrontation outside the building. The doctor Meloin-linked chaos followed as crowds gathered, with reports of gunfire, arrests, and a dramatic public disturbance in downtown Modesto. The event sparked wide debate over press conduct and local safety.
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