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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1898
Page
8
Letters from a volunteer company describe drills, march routes, and camp life near the Presidio. They praise Colonel Johnson, honor fallen comrades, and detail daily meals, equipment, and the Red Cross aid that sustains soldiers while awaiting decisive action.
The text describes a chaotic account of Norton and associates, referencing car fare, company spending, and individuals like Norta and a Fresno link. It hints at office matters, a Temelr berth function, and concerns about honesty, with scattered notes on performance and duties within a military or company setting.
A party travels by wagon caravan from San Diego to Tresin for a rugged health retreat. The group, including Mr Boo and family with servants, faces rough roads and mountain passes as they head toward 135 toward San Diego Mir Moore, seeking recovery through outdoor living.
A large meeting led by director A L Sayre drew many growers to back a grape cooperatives plan in Widera county. Signatures favored the cooperation drive, with contracts amassing as growers expect to place their products through the association. Packers and state committees discussed terms, while some districts showed hesitation and several growers had not signed yet.
A mine worker named Wilhim Fdwad fhompon was killed at the Gambett gold mine when a tram car ran into an abandoned shaft opening. The body fell about 100 feet and the car left the shaft cavity. He was 35, survived by a wife and three small children. The incident occurred June 1 1898 at Grub Cukh record.
A man named McPherson drowned in Mormon Channel during an afternoon incident. Local authorities reported the drowning as the river or slough accident near the Mormon area with no further details on responders or cause available in the fragment.
An old advertisement urges sufferers of coughs and colds to use One Minute Cough Cure, claiming it is an infallible remedy for throat and lung troubles. The callout advertises the product with emphasis on rapid relief and danger of neglecting symptoms.
A reconstructed account recalls Major Dennett and a pair of filibustering expeditions to Cuba. It covers captures at New Orleans, survivors returned to the United States, and the fate of the 1890s sailors led by Lopez and Dennett, including battles, prisoners, and release promises.
The piece discusses watermelon production issues in California and nearby regions. It mentions quantities shipped to markets, expected price trends, and timing for potential price changes. It notes growers facing decisions on harvest and market timing as supply adjusts through the season.
Property transfer notes show parcels and lots described by lot and block numbers with owners Hansen and Ly apide and dates around 1914. The text references townships and sections with tax or deed details, but the legible items are fragmentary and reference multiple parcels and transfers scattered through a township map.
W H Norris of Porterville faced a personal crisis involving financial ruin and deceit. He faced a public inquiry into his collapsed ventures including a streetlight project and an insurance scheme. The community’s trust dissolved as Norris’s fortune vanished, leaving a wife and two young children in distress.
Circular from the revenue department in Washington references the new duty on powdered goods and alcohol. It outlines additional stamp taxes, penalties, and enforcement rules effective after July 1st, with specific charges for various items and reporting requirements, plus a note about sales and other measures.
The Red Cross in Fresno plans to investigate accounts of administration fees and supplies, with new officers elected including NOL PF Bachmn as president and Mrs WW Y Cowan as vice president. A reserve list of members was discussed and a push to keep a hospital corps was noted, while concerns about wine, delicacies, and soldier dedication prompted committee action.
The Sons of Veterans form an artillery company and prepare for field service. Leaders include Arthur Wahn and PL Push Second, with plans to equip two to three heavy pieces and parade at the Fourth of July, aiming to muster twenty one guns on that morning.
Odd OCR reads like a fragmented report mentioning Russians, kisses, New York, and children with diphtheria like clues. The text is garbled with broken names and places, offering little clear events or dates and no identifiable individuals or organizations.
The fragment mentions a pest control experiment in the San Joaquin region. It notes a test using a plant or chemical treatment aimed at pests and references John or a related party. The text is garbled and preserves few clear actors or dates beyond regional hints.
A man named Jack Patterson reportedly fell from a train near the Merced River while traveling toward Fresno. The incident occurred at a high speed and the exact outcome is unclear as the train stopped and Patterson’s fate could not be confirmed.
The report details efforts after a recent fire in Clovis with residents hopeful for rebuilding. It mentions construction by Phin company, a 30 day return to order, and local civic activity including Women’s Mission society events, a convention delegation, and local appointments as communities anticipate summer programs and continued recovery.
Albert Sinclairs Pacific team member suffered a painful mishap while oiling a header. His hand was crushed in cog wheels, severing fingers, and he received urgent medical attention before a hospital transfer for surgery and ongoing care.
A chaotic report notes the celebration at Kok on with fireworks planned for the relay. The town committee faces delays as wiring issues and decoration faults hinder setup. Several committees report budget and timing concerns while the event remains uncertain.
Judge Whter granted the petition for adoption after the mother of the infant died. The father Tear was wary but consented to the adoption of the four month old child by Timball and his wife Wing To tiray stadt pelo.
Twenty four fresh volunteers from Fresno head to Armory Hall at 9:00 am to enlist for Company C. Lieutenant Jones oversees medical checks while Sergeant Norton faces questions over store mismanagement. Training and muster details, plus transfer plans for the Sixth Regiment, outline a broader push to fill eight companies for service in the new California volunteers.
Fresno opening session of the board heard a delegation from the Fresno Kindergarten Association urging incorporation of kindergarten into public schools. They reported a class size of 40 with desks for 50 and insufficient space. The board debated power and proposed that kindergarten be housed in one of the schools for use by boys in grammar grades. The instructor, Professor Lennty, recommended compulsory manual training for boys and a drawing course in lower grades up to sixth. Committees were announced to study supplies, installation, and curriculum.
Charles Butler was held yesterday in Tusticé St John court on the charge of bigamy. His bail was set at $1000 and he furnished bond. Imma Spencer, the complaining witness, says Butler married her last January and later hid a second wife. She left, and Mrs Butler No 1 lives in the mountains. Butler, an upholsterer, allegedly claimed his first wife was dead.
A city figure Silas WoCce from the state university era is linked to Yale scholarship honors. The California association nominates a celebrated student, praising economy and politics. The Yale alum in California endorses the scholarship tied to the Connecticut university and funds set for the promising candidate.
Damaged OCR fragment from a veterans page mentions a power poetry tone and a town mother. Readable facts are minimal and no clear event or names emerge for a full card.
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