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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1897
Page
13
The tug Dauntless, released from custody at Key West, set sail with thirty passengers and a cargo described as arms and ammunition. She diverted through Florida Bay toward the gulf, guided by a pilot, in a bid to reach a vessel waiting for her with weapons. The Marblehead witnessed the departure but did not intervene.
Three young women on a Sunday walk from church in Jacobsburg Chin were struck by lightning. Minnie McGuire Alta Taylor and Emma White died. Sarah Bordring was badly stunned. The victims were about 19, believed corsets contributed to death.
The Senate debate on antitrust action resumes with Senator Allen arguing the government must take legal steps to dismantle the sugar trust. A later exchange questions the need to delay on sugar schedules as the chamber weighs the matter.
Panic broke out during a church entertainment in Buffalo New York as a fire alarm caused 1500 attendees mainly seamen and children to rush the exits. No fatalities reported as the fire was quickly extinguished and victims were trampled in the chaos.
Cincinnati liquor dealers including Lrachmann Massard DeLeon Co fail amid a bankruptcy filing. creditors claim a tabulation of 7,000 dollars is involved.
Prof. A. W. Barnard, Nashville airshipman, fell about 5000 feet when balloon burst over Nashville. The parachute formed, the craft descended safely to ground with only minor injuries, and Barnard plans another voyage once repairs are made.
The article notes that the Allen Bill raised Chicago railroad shares by millions after Governor signed the act. It compares pre and post signing quotations, valuing Humprey Humphrey era proxies, and estimates the impact on railroad securities and capitalization.
Two fishermen Harmon Woods and Join McRay of Irrayville ML are killed after a dispute over front lines leads to a fatal shootout with Hensley a young man also a fisherman. Hensley surrendered and is jailed at Met Vernon. He claims Woods and McKay attacked him first while he tended his line.
Rumors spread of organizing a vigilante committee at Cripple Creek Coto modeled after a successful effort in Butte Mont. Paymaster figures and locals discuss mobilizing to curb rising nuisances as community fears grow. James French, a wife murderer, was hanged at Rockford SE Friday. French fainted as the hood was drawn. The sheriff reportedly suffered nervous prostration and the execution was delayed nearly an hour to allow him to act.
A dinner in London honored Whitelaw Reid the U S special ambassador amid jubilee celebrations attended largely by Americans including Andrew Carnegie and Chauncey M Depew. A St Paul banker Phillip Riley reportedly died by self inflicted gunshot in an unclear motive amid health issues. A Columbus statue from the Chicago world fair was removed and sent to a junk yard.
The New York Herald lends notice to American humorist Mark Pwuln with a lighthearted feature. The piece highlights his wit and a noted standoff in style, signaling a public interest in his work.
A bomb exploded beside President Felix Faure’s carriage en route to the Grand Prix at Long Champs. A man named Gallet was arrested. police search his lodgings and doubt he acted alone. Faure was not harmed.
The mate of the Justin H. Ingersoll vanished at sea near Bermuda after a murder aboard, witnesses testifying to a crew dispute. Second mate Blanchard and seaman Nicholl were arrested after blood and threats emerged, with further accusations leading toward the ship’s court case and transfer to authorities.
The national senate committee on expenditures reports adversely on Senator Tillman’s resolution for an investigation of alleged sugar speculation. The panel plans to submit the report to the senate with no fixed date. It argues such investigations are often barren of results.
Marion Sickles, secretary of the United States ministry at Madrid, states in an interview there is no cause for anxiety about U S relations with Spain. He adds President Ali Winley has not set a definite Cuba policy yet.
In Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon Albert Benson and Thomas Olsen wrestled playfully. Olsen lifted Benson and threw him backward. Benson did not rise and died from a broken neck.
A Cape Town cablegram reports the assassination of Rev. Father Walsh a highly respected Catholic priest formerly of the Pittsburg diocese. No further details are provided about suspects or motive.
The New York weekly bank statement reports a reserve rise of 22.2500 in excess of the TT ACACON, reflecting a financial adjustment within the banking system.
The Senate adopted a Republican caucus amendment raising the refined sugar rate to 195 per pound, defeating the bill 2 to 34. Senator Allison defended the sugar schedule as debate focused on its impact and charges against the schedule.
President McKinley arrives in Nashville Tennessee by train amid packed streets and decorations. Gov. Taylor and Gov. Bushnell greet the party at the Maxwell House before they proceed to the exposition grounds where Centennial Guards escort the entourage and the chimes ring. He delivers a speech before the vast assembly.
Bradstreet's Weekly Review notes cooler wet weather dampening spring sales while trade shows modest improvement over last year. May railroad earnings rise and Henemer nigren prices advance, with demand expectations for raw and processed goods. Arctic explorers near Cape Fluta await windward access to reach higher latitudes. Windward steamer sails to retrieve expedition members from Franz Josef Land.
Broker Chapman spent his last night in the Washington district jail Thursday. His sentence ended at midnight but he was allowed to remain until morning per custom. He joked with the warden that he would miss the hospitality as he hurried away at sunrise.
A fragmented listing of farm goods prices across markets. No. 2 white wheat and No. 2 yellow corn show typical bid ranges, with hogs and sheep priced per market, including variations by location such as Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Toledo, and Cincinnati.
William D. Connors of Clinton is expected to graduate at the head of his West Point class. A former captain of the academy football team, he holds the .106 yard dash record and won the class foil title in 1894. He attended Iowa State University before entering West Point in June 1893.
Farley Connett drowned in the Mississippi near Keokuk while swimming 300 feet from shore and sank before reaching a boat. a Crandall's Lodge employee drowned in Spirit Lake while four on a fishing trip capsized during anchor recovery. Herbert Higgins found in Cedar Falls River after fits suspected to have caused his fall into the water.
Repeated burglaries hit small towns near Ot tumwa for months. General stores lost thousands in merchandise. Olson was arrested with stolen feeds linked to Gaplin Co Eldon but was released. Peter Nelson Batavia store robbed of 3400 goats. another Okurniwa youth held with stolen goods nearby.
The Dul Bugque County monastery, now under McHeray, is no longer subject to the Moellaray abbey in Ireland. The rite allows a draped abbot after a required choir, with Archbishop Henry presiding to consecrate. This will make the monastery the sole Trappist abbot in the United States. There are three Trappist convents in North America.
Perry plans a large public Independence Day event with free admission. The program features prizes for wheel races and a state meet appearance by top Iowa talent in Des Moines on the sixth. Evening fireworks cap the celebration with ongoing entertainment and horse and ambient races.
Miss Haby Raith Kimball of Clarinda graduates with high honors from La Selle Seminary Awburn dale Massachusetts. She earns top prizes in cooking and baking including first prize for bread making. Western Friends and relatives attend. she plans to return to Clarinda with a champion cook reputation.
Tom Morrissy, first baseman, seeks release and will be granted once a substitute is found. Club to undergo several changes amid reports of dissent and rumors of drunkenness among some officials blamed for six losses at home.
Lumber lies on the ground for the new Chautauqua binding at Towa Balls and work starts at once. The meeting opens July 7 with speakers including Senter Willson and others. A strong platform is planned and the event runs until August 10 with notable attractions.
Judge Mitchell of Oiemwa and Dan Anderson of Alia sue Fd Dangherts of Albia for 759 dollars in attorneys fees for defending his son Elmer in a murder charge against his wife. The case was dismissed after three trials with the jury disagreeing in each.
Canadian residents of Burlington including leading citizens issued a call for a meeting to organize a society there. One objective is the celebration of Queen Victoria's jubilee and a congratulatory message will be sent.
A special election in Missouri Valley last week approved a school addition for the Third Ward public school. The measure passed by a decisive margin to fund the new wing.
The 1868 State G A R Encampment in Marshalltown drew record crowds despite rain. Nearly 10 005 visitors on the final day and over 8000 veterans in a grand parade led by Gov. Drake. A H Evans won the department commander race with 943 votes. Raye mond 257 and Neal 89. Mrs Georgia 2 Me Clelland was elected department president with 254 votes. A resolutions committee condemned soldiers home pension deductions, a motion adopted by a large majority. Sioux City hosts next year.
In Fort Dodge the United States court discharged Edward F. Waite of Minneapolis, a former U S pension examiner, holding state courts had no jurisdiction as Waite acted under federal authority. The ruling stems from the Van Leuven pension fraud era and related actions against Andrus. Lyon County bond rulings also noted. first $100000 issue void, second $120000 issued within limits, with appeal planned.
In Bishi City a bridge fell when a herd of cattle and a lumber wagon tipped it into Perry Creek. Cattle, horses, and one wagon fell thirty feet. farm worker Lafeng Nadit died, and Led s Hawrowsil, 60, was crushed. J Lester survived with no injuries. Four cattle perished.
Ottumwa bar members petition the district judge to reconsider and grant a new trial for Hamilton, arguing wrongful conviction under the evidence. Hamilton awaits penitentiary action. attorneys say they will seek a gubernatorial pardon if the petition fails.
The Iowa Flour Jobbers' Lespite held its annual meeting in Cedar Rapids with good attendance. Sessions were secret. Officers elected include Pros Kent and S Shoecraft as vice president A W Buchanan as secretary A G Parker as treasurer W S Dennis on executive committee I H Kurta Cedar Rapids Gao Butcher Des Moines George Johnson Davenport. Next meeting scheduled for Des Moines.
Auman of Buena Vista Clay County began digging a cellar foundation and struck a large mineral deposit after only a few feet. He exposed a big body of ore in sight and the ore appears promising.
Hon. John F. Hamilton of Cedar Rapids states in an interview that he is not a candidate and does not expect to seek the governorship at the state Democratic convention. He has been previously mentioned as a possible contender.
A northbound Tres Maines Northern and Western passenger train jumped the track at Jefferson but no injuries were reported. The locomotive moved backward as the tender struck the track, causing minor damage and delaying service.
Des Moines County reports a spring bounty payout of 8839.40 for gopher scalps at 12 cents each. The figure reflects payments to hunters in the ongoing campaign to control gopher numbers.
Mrs Henry Sauer wife of a prominent German farmer near Quasqueton died by her own hand this week by taking strychnine no cause is known.
The Whitebreast nines at Forbush reduced its daily capacity from 400 to 200 ton during slack summer months. Operators faced a choice between wage cuts or fewer workers, and they chose fewer workers.
A jewelry store robbery leaves unknown suspects and vague losses described as twenty watches and chains plus other jewelry. The incident cites a loss value and no clear clue to identify any names or locations.
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