15 Nov 1889
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1889
Page
1
A plan to build a road from Mexare toward Moni Lrel aims to connect Fresno with the mining district and a regional outlet for ores. Syndicate members discuss funding, property interests, and a possible corporate development, with street-level disputes and a fistfight risk noted among parties.
Property owners clash with contractor bids for lateral sewer connections as one family resists tying to the municipal system. Citizens argue over who pays the $1 per foot hookup and related fees, with references to city officials and past sewer projects. The dispute centers on the burden of costs and enforcement by the City.
A San Diego contract dispute centers on a street improvement bid, with contractors facing advertising gaps and posting failures. The city clerk and superintendent review notices, legality of postings, and potential delays impacting payments and project progress.
Police in this city seek Mot Maxwell after he deserted his wife about a year ago in Santa Ana and reportedly fled to this city. Maxwell reportedly left his wife in a penniless condition and now faces a warrant as officers keep a sharp lookout for him following a letter received by his wife.
In Omaha this season the most exquisitely beautiful dramatic display thrilled the audience at Boyd’s Opera House last night. The enchanting stage picture pleased a large attendance, marking a standout show at the popular amusement venue.
A man, aged about thirty five, fell thirty feet from a bridge pier after a trolley collision and died from head injuries. The body was transported to Ohio, while a separate shoplifting incident involved a farmer and a thief who found 375 in a pocket.
Two Pace Paving Company workers Sullivan and Johnston on Mariposa Street clashed over a report Sullivan claimed Tolmston circulated among friends to his detriment. The men’s dispute emerged amid ongoing job duties and neighborhood tensions.
Omaha Republican notes Mise Maddern as the quintessence of natural youth and beauty with fresh, tender charm. The piece praises her eyes, hair, and refined elegance as she prepares to appear on the Rapp Picture program tonight.
An OCR filled with garbled dialogue recounts a doomed attempt by a Chinese gang at a telegraph office. The piece sketches staged papers, police presence, a steam of names, places, and actions as investigators pursue the incident and related arrests. The text mentions San Francisco, Wallula, and local court activity amid a flood of misread terms.
A chaotic report from the California State Grange session describes speakers attacking issues of debt and security, with references to a murder and public safety. Delegates debated ratifying rules and measures on crime and blackmail while leaders from various states spoke on finance and governance. The lengthy dispatch also notes observers and press coverage as the convention progressed with speeches from multiple officials and influences from national parties.
A chaotic report details Mormon endowment rites, legal contention, and violent incidents. It references John Poundsworth, the Endowment House, and charges tied to church practices along with broader political and social turmoil across states and territories.
A garbled clipping suggests Mrs Corry, divorced wife of the Tacoma Baron, was robbed of a peck of diamonds and 8000 in checks. A note mentions a woman who bites off her husband’s nose over love with a Parisian counter jumper, with a Stockton Mab reference.
Coast Dispatches reports Openn’s opening at the Ore State Capital convention with Worthy Master Brigham of Olio and Worthy Master Russell welcome delegates from the new state. Afternoon session features Brigham’s annual address urging broader legislation against foot adulteration, stronger unity against intemperance, and a belief that liquor influence cannot be broken without coalition.
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