27 Oct 1893
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1893
Page
1
A NW coast event reports a tent explosion near a station drawing villagers, including Mrs Charles Austin, and many wounded. The blast injures a guard and several bystanders. relief notes are received as fire and debris hamper the scene.
A large boiler exploded at a plant in Rusville yesterday at full speed, sending the engine wildly apart. The crew escaped with minor injuries and windows were shattered as a car derailed and toppled down a bank. Firemen aided, and most passengers remained unhurt.
A long Senate session on October 2 focused on repealing part of the February 24 1865 act and expelling certain Chinese and other workers. Debate touched on crime bills and political “gold” influence while discussions stretched into the evening and adjournment loomed.
Two men suspected of a fata jl game tt Cuard Alene City robbery were captured by Constable Bechtels early yesterday mornin. Dillon and ancy comput im Happy Jah sused as the two dating outlaw were arrested after a door opened and the weapon fire led to their arrest. a tense pursuit ensued with neighbors and the public witnessing the aftermath.
A fragmented report recounts a church dispute at the opera house where a reporter stood by the ticket box drawing ire. Deacons and pious members face scrutiny as accusations surface about naming and propriety amid a controversial evening.
Fragmented OCR items recount a deadly collision aftermath in Battle City, a Navy commander suspended by the secretary of the navy, a transfer note on embassy staff and expatriate transfers, a trial in a superior court over political influence, and Georgia and Olympic Club mentions dated October 26. The jumbled text references names, places, and events with minimal clear linking narrative.
The City of New York steamship ran aground off Fort Point near the Marin County coast, eight feet of water in hold, eight tons of cargo lost, lifeboats and Chinese crew rescued by tugs and nearby vessels. Rescue efforts continued as pumps attempted to raise the stricken liner, with reports of crew saved and water filling her hold while surf pounded the hull.
An immense Oregon battleship Mass Ruth christening ceremony unfolds with dignitaries from state and federal governments and the Navy present. A temporary platform, band music, and speeches mark the launch as electric crowds watch the vessel slip into the water amid cheers and a ceremonial salute.
A letter from an anxious father asks the Culler of Police in sev erity Iowa for any trace of Boonzayer a 13 or 14 year old son of a Netherland friend who disappeared after spring 1891 and a February of this year. A Fresno address was returned to the dead letter office. The writer seeks any rumor or report of crime or travel and begs for news from the police.
City Marshal Morgan resumed duties after a severe illness, marking his return yesterday. Alice South, daughter of George W., is noted in the accompanying item.
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