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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1898
Page
2
The city’s papers reflect heated debates on wartime spirit and xenophobia. Articles praise civic virtue while condemning mobs and discriminatory acts toward Spaniards and other groups, and compare American gentility with European aristocracy amid national tensions.
An extended critique argues Croker's Tammany Hall influence dominates New York politics, challenging urban governance and Republican courage. The piece warns of elite loss of public virtue as Croker’s power reshapes parties, presses for machine rule, and strains national ideals.
Fragmentary notes reflect questions about Soviet influence, cultural perception, and urban reaction in New York. Ambiguous phrases hint at media framing and public curiosity without clear events or names.
A local celebration honors Adaints Collanun and Misa Dewell with carven dresses and attire, featuring a line of notable attendees including Ruby Glney, Lulu Coyoun, and Henry Dwell among others. The event recalls a wartime era, with guests from Prescot and Seward areas and a procession of gifts and roles.
Daly W. and Gerry father of Clarer prepare to travel to Daveon City to arrange a lease on ten miles of the Lusor river. Reported gold trends show ore veining, with government taxes and trucking costs noted. Fresno Gold Dressing Company plans dredger work near Vancouver, while several warships are built, and forest reservations gain support from Special Agent Allen urging protection of timber and water flow.
The article surveys fiscal strains from maintenance of state printing offices and tax licensing changes, noting Governor Budd’s action to shut the facility. It reports opposition views on licensing blanks for fishermen taxes and hints at broader debates on state expenditures and accountability. It also covers university funding, viticulture research, and a Farmers Institute upcoming events with grafting demonstrations at St Helena.
In Fresno County the citrus fruit crop is described as a growing and potentially lucrative industry. Local growers like William Bridgstock are expanding orchards, nurseries are increasing stock, and several towns including Dinuba and Reedley report active plantings. The article highlights water supplies, climate advantages, and the region’s growing role in supplying navels and other varieties to major markets, with early successes and optimistic projections for future yields and profitability.
The club meeting yesterday debated drainage a system and river improvements with farmers urging action. Committee reports and plans for outreach to farmers and transportation officials were noted, with emphasis on lower freights but cautions about true price relief.
Ragsdale night watchman of Christown endures a dangerous day trip down a snow fed flume. A wheel bike slips from under him as he misses a bale of the crude craft and plunges about twenty feet. He survives after catching a protection, ends up soaked and cold, then helps assemble a new raft and continues the journey.
The death of Justin Chenoweth is reported in Portland Oregon with mentions of his birth and family connections. The notice lists his relatives and hints at funeral arrangements, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century obituary style.
A community service in honor of Miss Iirincest Willard will be held with a memorial program including addresses, prayers, music, and tributes from local organizations. The service will feature a choir, scripture readings, and notices of attendees and participating groups.
Ground owners refuse to lease or reopen the fair grounds track saying the property will be farmed and that reopening would hinder farming profits. Horsemen surrendered hope of securing the track, and plan to train elsewhere, risking about $200 monthly in county trade.
Damaging winds caused the court house tower to topple, with ironwork and columns torn away. Eyewitnesses describe the fall as the wind driving the structure, while officials warn of serious danger. No injuries reported, but authorities assess structural risk and secure the area. Affected proceedings shift as court operations resume after safety checks.
The Towler Improvement Association ladies present a Thursday evening program featuring A C Jones violin, Lyman cornet, piano by B chard, readings by Miss Gal Canwell, vocal solo by Vrs Pander, piano duet by Mo G Lewis, Irish harp by Miss Lunice Jackson, and accompaniment by Mrs Waterman. About 160 attendees praised the event, with plans for future plantings and improvements in trea planting and vine yardcare noted, as well as a suggestion to hold another gathering to benefit the community.
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