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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1895
Page
6
The War Department orders abolition of all recruiting stations. Prospective recruits must enlist at normal posts. Officials cite high annual costs per recruit, restaurant feeding, clerical pay, and other incidentals. Army capacity is described as already filled, reducing need for extensive recruiting.
New York physician Dr Robert Buchanan was electrocuted at Sing Sing to pay for poisoning his wife Annie Sutherland in Newark. The sensational case spanned decades with appeals to the US Supreme Court and the British Ambassador before the 3 740 volt current ending his life in forty seconds.
Pastor D E John Hou told his congregation the Afro American Steamship Company is in liquidation and subscribers to the land for a ship to Liberia may seek refunds on application. He warned the scheme, begun over two years ago, failed as white men monopolized trade and many deposits may be unrecoverable.
J I Manley in United States army uniform arrested for posing as a line lieutenant and selling military positions from private to lieutenant at prices from 10 to 50 dollars. Zelaya returns from talks among Central American leaders in Managua on plans for a regional union.
M Gatland, who resigned as minister of agriculture to fight a political campaign, has resumed the agriculture ministry. A Berlin note reports an Infernal Machine found unaddressed at posts, with an explosion thwarted by officials. A rumor of the assassination of the Bok of Aumiale circulates without confirmation. Lord and Lady Stills Douglas live in seclusion at a family boarding house. Kentucky nominations and Louisville convention details appear in brief.
The Kentucky convention concluded with the slate led by Governor nominee P. Watt Wardin and other officers. The race for secretary of state ended in a vote that made Henry S. Hale the appointee after support from Judge Metcalfe of Louisville.
New York special R G Dun reports improved business but uncertain crop prospects beyond near term. Winter wheat doubt, spring wheat outlook strong, threshing receipts low. Prices overall lower, copper boosted by Calumet and Hecla exports, steel rail demand solid, failures up in U S and Canada compared with last year.
A report from Columbus, Ohio describes the hanging of Michael McDonough Paya, the Renton wife murderer. The execution scene details the rope, blood, and reactions of physicians and spectators as the 40 year old man met his fate for killing his wife.
Washington reports say Consul General Williams is recalled to Havana with broad powers on the Mora claim. The administration aims to protect American interests in Cuba and to support Cuban revolutionists, despite protests. The United States may resist removal by Spain and keep Williams in Havana with enhanced authority.
London dispatch from the Daily News reports John Redmond’s manifesto declaring that since Lord Salisbury’s tenure the Irish question is shelved. Liberals resign without apology or guarantees, urging a return to Parnell’s policy seeking national representation independent of English parties and focusing on Irish sentiment and rights.
The treasury deficit for the fiscal year ending June 30 shows an excess of expenditures over receipts totaling about 118 million dollars since June 30, 1893. Total receipts excluding postal revenues approach 318 million with expenditures at 855 million, pensions at 141 million. postal deficits exceed any recent year.
Norwegian steamer Oscar II reports Russia has gathered ships and 500 troops at Vladivostock with torpedoes in harbor, ready to respond to any conflict with Japan. Captain Anderson says Russia is secretly building up forces for possible war and would act if the American government permits.
Jebn J Sullivan headlined a Madison Square Garden benefit with a full arena as stars from the fifties era featured. The bout between champion James Corbett and beneficiary John L Sullivan ended after three rounds with the crowd carrying both fighters to their dressing rooms. Both gentlemen thanked the audience in brief speeches.
Secret Service officials disclose a teen counterfeit 210 silver certificate with altered features. Description notes a damaged register label, altered wording, and a sheep wool gravure plate impression. Color shifts and heavy treasury numbers mark the fake as inferior to genuine notes.
In Parsons Kansas Mayor Stevens leads a crackdown on whisky shops. Marshal Mason arrests Terry Waldron and William Washington, leaders of the whisky business. Both plead guilty. Waldron fined 30 dollars plus costs, Washington 20 dollars. Mach paid his fine and quit the business.
Miss Rennie Londonderry of Boston arrived in Texas from the west in good health and spirits. She has declined over 15 offers of marriage and will likely remain until July 15 before riding north. She states she has $1,500 saved.
The Ten ness Coal and Iron Company announces a 14 percent wage raise for its 4,0 miners in Birmingham Alabama. Other operators in the district tie their scales to Tennessee Coal and Iron Company, so about 10, men are affected.
The New York meeting of the Irish National Federation Council passed a resolution congratulating the people of Ireland on James O'Brien’s election to Parliament from northeast Cork. The session was held in Cooper View.
In Des Moines two petitions circulate on saloon licensing one backing and one opposing. The federation of churches compiled a master list from last fall election to thwart the other petition with remonstrances and possible fake names. Saloon advocates and church leaders plan delays to reach the Legislature, while the federation counters with a remonstrance drive to invalidate new signatures.
Phil Heishman of Sheridan township hosted a G A R gathering marking the thirtieth anniversary of his release from Fort Delaware. More than sixty veterans and around 360 attendees shared dinner and campfire style reminiscences in a warm fellowship gathering.
The executive committee of the Yowa Hornets Neat Brigade met in ex Moines with Col. W T Shaw G L Godfrey BR Tt Clarkson W P Trombly and Hh G Turner present Col D Ryan of the Lth Capt V P L Trombly of the wd FB RP Clarkson of the 22th J D McGarraugh of the 14th and Robert Burne of the 7th Ware selected campuses and arrangements Col Rian extended hospitality of Newton and an invitation to hold the reunion there Aug 21 1805 the brigade reunion aims for all living members to attend in Newton.
At Kellogg a firearm discharged during a breakfast scene, killing 7 year old Ira Founshoya. Joseph Treaes’s family was present, with Ira’s older brother and others at the table as the gun was pointed and fired. The incident centers on a fatal accident with a shotgun.
G. P. Hil, a Rock Island locomotive fireman, fell from a fast running engine near Booneville. He was found unconscious at the bottom of a hollow, twenty feet deep, with a head injury and a crushed skull. He died after twenty minutes in distress.
Davenport city hall foundation ceremony held on Tuesday. Surveyors work on C G W west extension from Wampt er. Waterloo factor plans a new building for growing business. Fourteen poisoned at Tilton family reunion. one died. water from unused well suspected. Mulct tax law burdens Iowa liquor dealers. license reviews ongoing. Des Moines County to fund statue duplicate for Gen John F H torse at Alfouna Pass memorial. Transportation leaders complete Burlington to Northern rail tour. crops reported thriving after rains.
A bulletin of local calamities reports Clarence Allen aged 15 drowned in a Newton pond while nearby W Van Dorn farm gas was struck. Two workers perish in a Lake Michigan explosion aboard the Christopher Columbus Whaleback, while Des Moines endures a devastating lightning fire destroying Sixth Presbyterian Church. Additional notes cover a Creston banking house failure and other incidents across Iowa.
The ninth annual Iowa Bankers Association meeting opened in Storm Lake with Simon Casady of Des Moines presiding. Delegates heard speeches on the gold standard, currency, and business methods, with remarks by F Holzell, J E Deming, and others. The gathering drew 125 delegates from across the state and featured discussions on banking policy and economic issues.
Judge Spurrier issued an injunction against fifty eight saloons that agreed to abide by the Pressman case. Saloons plan to continue petition drives aiming for six thousand names. The anti consent effort waned as more signed the new petition while the federation of churches admits defeat. Saloons will open once the petition is filed and challenge the city council's consent resolutions.
Iowa is honored in the navy as Lieut. Frank L. Fletcher returns to New York after commanding the torpedo boat through the inside passage from New York to Jacksonville. His report discusses feasibility of land routes for troop transport and larger vessels, awaiting department receipt. A Burlington train robbery attempt ends with three men jailed after a fight with train crews.
Tar and Ramsey warn the new jury law will fail in many indictments and cause trouble across counties. They note counties may draw grand juries under the flawed law for fall term courts, risking invalid indictments. They advocate court interpretation over repeal and expect ongoing technical issues until resolution.
War declared by Sioux City residents against druggists restaurant keepers and whisky dealers under Martin law. Alderman Holdepreld represents saloon interests and urges mayoral intervention. threats of arrests follow if ignored. Also a $1,000,000 damages suit by Receiver Black of Northern Turvestment against Tieston Investment alleging past officer ties and corporate manipulation.
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