Local business changes and visits in Fresno area
Wm Ockenden, Toll House manager, remains active while F M Looney sells his planing mill stake to B R Woodworth and W M Bramhall joins. Wout T Coleman & Co fruit buyer adds Bramhall role. J street pavements begin. Visitors include Miss Virgina Lyons and Miss O'Brien from Stockton to Mrs Dixon. miner Robt Harlan from Hildreth's stops at Southern Pacific. Geo W Meade returns from Fresno Raisin and Fruit Packing Co. Mrs J G Garmon travels East. Messrs Schneider and Denicke beer dealers dissolve partnership. Denicke to continue beer business. A white woman seeks light housework on ranch. can see at Southern Pacific hotel.
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Ockenden
Toll House
Looney
Woodworth
Bramhall
Wout T Coleman & Co
Virgina Lyons
O’brien
Stockton
J Ilns Dixon Robt Harlan
Hildreth
Southern Pacific
Geo W Meade
Fresno Raisin and Fruit Packing Company
J G Garmon
Iowa
Pennsylvana
Fresno Advertises East to Draw Winter Visitors
Fresno booster notices rail fare cuts from the Missouri River to California for winter travel. Several lines offer six month tickets at low rates, with Raymond Whitcomb involved for a similar deal. Local reports note brisk lumber demand, new building activity, and a political meeting in Fresno Colony with speakers including A M Drew and J Rhodes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fresno
Missouri River
California
Chicago and
Burlington
Union Pacific
Calif
Superior Court notes and new cases in Fresno county
Yesterday the Superior Court disposed of cases including Ashbrook vs Doblu and Mattingly vs J O Litten. New filings list Bildreth Gold and Suning Co injunctive action against Wm P Dumphy and damages suit against DJ Meade for October 8 1986 goods and chattels value 600 with 300 claimed damages. Lilia Bangs note case involves promissory note of 7000 by Harry Bunge and Lillie Bangs secured by land in Fresno County with defendants A Cressey and L Gruner asserting land claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana
Sopra
Olas
Geo Warner
Lresno Lumber
Isidore
Haynes
Sithness
Deten
Ashbrook
Chant’s Attor Ly Lhos Poyser
Plantus
Doblu
Mattingly
Litten de Rourrer
Mre
Trusno Canal and Irrigation Company
Warner Et al
Superior Court
Bildreth Gold and Suning Company
Burt
DJ Meade
Oods
Lhza R Buckner
Stockton
Harry Bunge
Lillie
Sresno County
South Range
Lillie Bangs
Tohn
Sutherland
Cressey
Gruner
Dudley
Plantifl
Heath Amendment Debate Over Tax Fairness and Rates
A reader argues against a proposed state constitution amendment claiming it would create unequal taxes. The letter questions how railroad and other property would be taxed and warns the public not to be hoodwinked. It insists all property should be taxed equally and critiques the proposed changes as favoring certain interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorrong
Aricen
Fragmented Claim and Counter on Mrs Blatchley Speech
A garbled 1886 Fresno Star fragment cites Mr Hyde accusing Mrs Blatchley of misquoting and inflaming educational rhetoric. The piece hints at political tensions, defining a clash over truthfulness and partisan impressions amid school and immigration contexts.
Prom Sunday Daily Notes From Fresno Area Activities
Local items report visits by Mra Hughes and Mrs Clark to San Francisco, court benches swapped in Merced, church aid society events, and a cancelled Hildreth sale. Tax reminders urge city payments on the 26th and county taxes due in December. Dems travel to Selma, Alley’s assault case, and remarks on Major General Turnbull. Medical ads for Mrd Flynn horse remedies. Guard shoot contest planned for Thanksgiving. Rector vs Morton upcoming race for $209 prize. Chinatown revival clashes and upcoming Armory Hall concert. Tarlock child Willie Brough alleged to cause fires with a glance, leading to expulsions and insurance concerns. New band engine tested in Madera and county offices attend dances. Campaign notes include a Republican rally in late October and a proposal for County Clerk candidate Presso.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra T M Hughes
A M Clark
San Francisco
Judge Campbell
Judge Marks
Merced County
Ladies of the Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church
Maud 8
Rector
Johnny Morton
Visalia
East
Chinatown
Simon War Agunet
Devil
Armory Hall
Riok
Tarlock
Willie Brough
Madison
Turlock Insurance
Central Colony
Chas Inns
Madera Dire Company No 1
Chico
Citzens and Company
Christian Church
J G. Tuttle
Officus
Wallflower
Yresno
PF Presso
Presso
Donahoo
Nosi Ton
al’ Tacobson
Ali
Alina Laree Fulow
Hike
Mra Jacobson
Jas Poorman
Oakland
Bradford
Palmer
Bruce Cavitt
San Jose
Hildreth
Jonestar
Temperance Colony Bridiyweth
Mendenhall
Rodgers
Cap” Lewis
Geo Warner
Chis Qo Neil
Mlintiff
Joel Russell
Prohibition
McLean
Fresno
Yosemite
Budd
Tom Lemington
England
Rente
Sutner, Goldstam & Co
Fresno Lh
Cory Braly & Davey
Alony Brannsco
Morton Tract
Madera
Temperance Hall Association
S R Monson
A D Smith Geo LD Tutchinson
Jno Wormith
Edwin Schell
Difficult Operation in Mountain Injury
Six weeks after a swing accident in the mountains a daughter of Mr Fwing suffered a dislocated hip. Doctors Hopkins and Pedlar successfully reduced the dislocation yesterday. Authorities say such a dislocation cannot be reduced after three weeks, making the timely operation notable.
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Fwing
Hopkins
Pedlar
Fun at Fowler Hotel party honors Kuhns with decor
A subscriber recounts a pleasant Fowler gathering on Saturn 7 night at the Fowler Hotel. Hon Mr and Mrs C Kuhn were hosted as the hotel gleamed with festive decorations and entertainment, making the event a memorable occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fowler
Saturn
C Kuhn
Fowler Hotel
Pecarais
SELMA SIDESHOW FIZZLES IN DEMOCRATIC TRAINING MEETING
A Selma political event aimed to rally Democrats and parade through town failed to energize supporters. The night featured speeches by local candidates including Goucher and Terry, with critiques of Republicans and a brief, tense altercation on the trip, ending with a modest procession and a final address at the town hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selma
Renya
Democratic Party
Kreano County
Selm
Selina
Bresno
Tre Tr
Kuma Republican Bank
E Lucker
Democracy
Evenim
Xoucher
Delma
Erry
Lerry
Terry Lau
Terry
Goucher
Maripost County
Grady
Hawking
Sumi
McGlashan
Bartletts
Chincaee
Methodist Episcopal South Conference Meet Sets San Francisco Next
The annual Methodist Episcopal Church South session, covering San Francisco county and nearby districts, agreed to hold the next gathering in San Francisco. Assigned ministers for Merced and surrounding districts include TL Duke, JM Allason, RA Lawrie, I W Spear, BI Burns, NC Field, J H Neal, Z C Hyden, D T Belvius, A R Reams, W D Taylor, and others. Rev AL Hunaker, recently stationed there, transfers to Linden. JC Hyden to assume charge and begin services next Sunday.
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The
Methodist Episcopal Church South
San Francisco County
Santa Rosa
Colusa
Shistr
Merced
San Tose
San Frantisco
Freano Merced
TL Duke
Fider Merced
Linden
Hunseker Sonora
NC Field
Los Banos
Gu Newton
Madera
H Neal
Fresno Station
C Hyden
Fresno
Hedgpeth
Kingsbury
Belvius Lemoor
Hanford
L Paul
Visalia
Fresno County Republican Voter Instructions Clarified
A letter from Freemont Cal dated 1886 denies instructing Danish or other voters to trade Republican candidates for him. He demands no candidate on the ticket be traded for his vote. The piece also mentions revival services at a Christian church drawing crowded rooms each night in Fresno County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J W Ingram
Christian Church
Christ
Lusser
Orgime Land Incorporated
Lulue County
Mort
Lrusno
Talire
Lrunusco Sisanox Union
Larsno
Car
Fresno Co
Antioch
Fresno
Sira
Mra Blatchley
New England
Fresno County
Evi
Republic
San Francisco
Wiver Boatlett
Craci
Buco
Baidletta
Nevada County
Talian
Maivor Bartlett
Chines Tenagia
O F McGlighin
Ant
Chineye Nonpartivan Assautanoy
Geos
Matt R
Bartlett Io
Baa
Bartlett
Grass Valley Tedinge
Treimax
Freeno
Cal
The
Ira
Senet Review
Local Fresno Notes and Developments in 1880s Daily
Oakland visitors and local gossip mix with court actions, bond sales, and business ventures. Mentions of Republican speakers near Jonestar, Temperance Colony events, and plans for a bonded wire house. Reports on real estate, railroad candidates, and a recovering shooting victim as Fresno life unfolds with weather, travel, and lingering frost.
Raisin Demand Sweeps County for Major Firm
A San Francisco firm claims strong demand for raisins has surprised buyers in Reno County. The representative tours the region, purchasing all available raisins and placing large orders. He notes high prices and eager demand, citing 15,000 boxes bought and continued buying from dealers in the East.
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Agendeman
San Francisco
Informatla
Resno
Reeno County
Forday
Oleandereis
And still They Come Wm Sebalion arrives in Fresno from Chicago
Wm Sebalion, 18, of Chicago, has returned to Fresno after two years away to stay. He leased 240 acres near the old slaughter house and plans immediate home construction with vines and improvements. He expects his family within days and locals welcome him.
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Selma
Winchell
Alley
Anderson
Wm Sebalion
Chicago
Southern Pacific
Winle
Slaughter House
Fresno
Fresno Ralaina
Gallant British Ladies Dinner Reverses Ban
The British ladies vote to host a dinner and ball after a nine to six ban on ladies from a local dinner. They invite the gentlemen to attend the Armory Hall on November 1, offering generous hospitality and a dance, turning the social clash into a joint event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thor
Builtiah Lades
Armory Hall
Sherriff Meade’s Record Exposes Jury Misconduct and Shame
Extracts from a Prescott case reveal extensive jury misconduct tied to Sheriff Meade. Patrick Reddy frames a trial as a public disgrace, detailing juror influence, drink favors, and improper correspondence with jurors during the trial. The report argues the misconduct taints the justice process and underscores public accountability.
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Prescott and Myers
Patrik Reddy
Irescott
Myers
Supreme Court of
State of California
C W Myers
Walham
CBI
Wnh
Congelon Vr Meide
Mende
Shaul
Sresno
Eich
Inchuge
Mustangius
Crolden
Rockaway
Tau
Cole
Hamip
Yirar
Sherif She Yuey
She Yu
Sherif
Lrana
Mustang ii
Mustang Ld
Sheriffa Office
Mustang
Sheriff's Office
Sharif
Ite
Jury Integrity and Sheriff Conduct in 19th Century Trial
The case exposes the Sheriff and Under Sheriff repeatedly guiding the jury, supplying liquor, and allowing unsworn officers to supervise the panel. Jurors were separated, fetters used, and outside communication unchecked, challenging the trial’s fairness and prompting a new-trial order due to irregularities and possible bribes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cieef
Sherff
Cole
Tiniers
New Stock Arrives at Louis Exmetem & Co Dry Goods
In the dry goods department a new stock has opened featuring Hosiery Belts Handkerchiefs Tacos White and Colored Embroideries Ladies White Goods Corsets and a variety of novelties. Prices in every line are promised to be the lowest by Louis Exmetem & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Exmetem & Co
Hardware Department Ad From Lovra Erestern & Co
A hardware department ad targets rawin growers and packers. It lists paper for sweat boxes stencil ink brushes grape knives and shears scale rosin box labels and papers clout box steel and wire nails in bulk offered at close figures by Lovra Eastern & Co.
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Lovra Erestern & Co
House Furnishing Goods Depart ment reduces fall stock
Positive reductions across carpets oilcloth wall paper decorations window shades rugs mats lace curtains curtain poles and related items announced as the house furnishing goods department prepares for new stock. Strong emphasis on cash purchases and broad inventory.
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Fresno Republican
Riday
Curtinga H Chapman
Hardie
Tulare
Messra Statham and
Choice
Statham
Baptist Church
Williams
Emma Weaver
Yollie Coffman
San Franusco
Los Angeles
San Diego
Anzona
Presidio
San Irancsco
Benicia
Uidieth
Tin Riruntitevn
Gal
Ray White
Washington Colony
Sresno Dunn
M Drew
Rhodes
A Wading
Harding Hves
Lins Wna
Tre
Tar Republican
Medens Merci
Corietmes Kalsiety
Geo. W. Mande & Co
Thuauiein
H ‘i
McC
Or F Real Ent
Generg
Prof Baume
Drury
Dunhaim
Miss Church
Savitary
Judge Sayle
Heath
Mr Hyde
wWe
Republican County Committee
Ai Madera
Drew Chester Rowell
J G Rhodes
Freana Heen 'H Ho Hait
Ira Hoyt
A M Drew
Austin Blatchly
Dr Rowell
Kingsburg
M F Austai
Methodist
Uluch South
Tielman
Thini Tays Dally
Justue
T Redfield
Ben Cottonia
Sameme Court
Theo Tresno
T Street
Jil Pothel
Lalmur
Brtish
Columbia
Ina
Rod Riggs Indo
Rod
Conse Gold
Lins Rivapricay Ue
L BD
Prusso
County Clair
Wis
Geo Lrasier
Treano
Arizona
Ltresno
Wella Fargo & Co
Masonic
Wathy
Griffith's Brag Epn
C. J. Meade
Patrick Reddy
Mains
Ann Prescott
Gourt
Plaga
Phked
Roy
PIARI
Tutonnton
DRY Goods Department
Hardware Department
House Furnishing Goods Department
Theo. W. Bordher
Einstein & Co’s
Maripont
Chai
Goons
Grabam
Niewsparprqpeune
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