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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1895
Page
10
A Birmingham report describes a satirical campaign against bicycle bloomers. A heavyset actress costumed in flamboyant red, blue, and yellow rode through streets to discourage fashion, with observers noting the bloomer trend effectively vanquished by the stunt.
Charles W. Mowray leads a Milwaukee Avenue Economical Educational Club gathering as he defines anarchy and opposes all government while a diverse audience of social labor leaders and reformers questions him. Erick Morton and Lacy Parsons attend as notable figures in reform debates.
Few lawmakers have arrived as sentiment grows for immediate passage of a law making prize fighting a felony. Governors are urged to recommend a strict, emergency measure while planning additional reforms including gambling felony provisions.
Report from Anadarko states Cheyenne and Nae Indians on the reservation appear to be holding war dances and defying orders to stay on the reserve. Messengers report Miewas ready for action, cattlemen in western Oklahoma blamed, and discontent with the strict agent noted.
A planned bullfight at Peaver Wheel Civic Park Sunday afternoon drew about 2 percent of locals. Bulls were released and cowboys performed, but police promptly arrested the men and terminated the event before any fights occurred.
Arrested at Liverpool Iavertoo and Luke Carmen, residence Thirty-fifth street Chicago near Indiana avenue, stopped before boarding the Cephalonia to Boston. In police court charged with abducting Kate McIlroy of Manor Jamilton Lietrim Tre land. the girl was charged with Tarceny and remanded to Manor Syn jana tacrk.
The Herald notes a Republican leader of national status, Tanit Harrison withdraws from the race, Wore McWhinney named residuary adviser. New York dispatch adds Headstreet's weekly review highlighting week’s demand for money cost and wheat, and ongoing maintenance.
Markets show mixed signals with rising raw cotton and iron prices and wheat advances amid variable weather. Wheat exports reach weekly highs, wool and pork markets stay steady, while US Britain tensions over Venezuela loom with Monroe doctrine implications and a Missouri syndicate venture.
The report claims traders have unearthed a powerful sugar price parity scheme. Dealers are warned they cannot sell at below parity through wholesalers, with 1 percent trade discounts on large lots and possible extra deductions for quick cash. Local associations fund a 1 16 cent contribution, while a 1g cent commission aids state and a general local fund.
Report from Jamaica says the British steamer Alene of Atlas line, en route to Kingston from New York, was fired upon off Cape Maysi by a Spanish gunboat. The Alene hoisted colors and fled. the pursuer dropped back after three shots, causing indignation among American passengers aboard.
In Atlanta two lovers died by gunshot in a Biomi park pool while planning to run away together. Bowen, 19, was identified. Remeeh, a married man, and Rowan, daughter of a church organist, were among those involved. Letters in pockets suggest they sought a new life away from St Louis and expected to be free within five days. The pair reportedly preferred death to separation.
Fragmentary notes list cattle hides wool rye hay wheat corn and potatoes with scattered figures. Mentions a price range and buyer names, but details are obscured. readable items reference local merchants and quantities in a general market tally.
The Des Moines city council demands explanation from the mayor for failing to collect licenses from establishments selling liquor. Clubs are accused of operating openly without paying fees, driving a large, untaxed drink trade during all hours.
Reported mismanagement at the Iowa State fair alleges over half of attendees entered without paying. A cited figure claims 141,500 visitors with 68,000 admitted free, which officials dispute. Press coverage accuses widespread pass misuse and privileges granted to friends.
L. A. Davies of Darien Ware house Co Chicago and president of Capital City Driving Park Des Moines is indicted for gambling for selling privileges to operate wheels of fortune at race meetings. Davies seeks to demur claiming the charge not a crime. The court overrules the demurrer and Davies must appear in Chicago for trial.
The piece notes population changes with rural areas gaining while towns near 1811 figures retreat, predicting industrial readiness in months. It mentions Tea Cenane Agdreaee and Frank Landers as officials, and cites 35 090 population scales and 8 000 to 6 000 shifts, with Pawns under 1 900 showing little gain.
A scattered Iowa batch reports a suicide near Epworth, a buggy theft near Fort Dodge, and rail fare disputes in Council Bluffs. Smallpox cases near Linn Grove prompt vaccination while a Des Moines janitor buries savings in a cellar. A Fort Dodge resident dies aged 70 after moving from Mascatine.
Obituary notices report Miss Tda Hiesey dying suddenly after a dance from heart disease. Legal and business items include a Cedar Rapids official buried, a Lyons veteran reunion, a livery barn purchase dispute, a Chicago firm debt case, and hay freight suits. Census figures show Iowa growth slows amid farm and town shifts and industrial pressures.
Reports describe a jail break by a gang at the Orange City jail, with inmates tearing the roof and using tools to escape. A dead body found at the Farmer's Hotel is linked to poison, while a farmer, Dave Conners, is missing. Governor Warder Madden reports harsh discharge rules and asks for $75,048 for prison support. $16,000 of two years’ prisoner funds were returned.
Walter Dekney of Afton, age seven, died by shooting himself after a personal crisis. Bystanders heard a revolver report near the public path before investigators were alerted. The coroner’s inquest found a verdict of suicide based on circumstances including a troubled love affair and Dekney’s noted popularity and work with the Alton Democrat.
A chaotic legal notice details a confestion of judgment in favor of the state and subsequent sheriff possession on Second Street. Citizene's National Bank is owed $20 924.81, with other liens and an attachment of 4310.53 to D A Diemore, plus a $10 524 bank liability. Ema Hurlint, acting for the estate, petitions for the appointment of a receiver to continue the business.
M F Stinson of At Lovia and A Moore a former student at Town College, with Mina Moore of Grinnad, met at a Hamwa motel where Stinson shot Moore as she slept and killed himself. The couple likely fled. A nearby trio of grain elevators burned, with Medicinal & Gon plant, Hemslay Elevator Co, and Bowman Bros affected. firefighting limited, rebuilding planned.
F Rebbed by a Policeman, F. R Peterson, a Sioux City officer, is arrested for holding up Rey Stuinyen, a new arrival. Ruthven, who had left a train, asked for hotel directions. Peterson and Harry Ma Kenna allegedly lured Rath ven to a secluded spot and robbed him. Peterson admits involvement.
While Mrs John Meacham Mrs Hilward Meacham and a life boy traveled toward Redfielk their Norse carriage ran loose. The carriage sprang a wheel and three were thrown. Mrs Jebnm Mea cham died after thirty minutes Edward Meacham suffered a dislocated shoulder The two year old was uninjured.
An accident north of News Erwin Davis occurred when a worker slipped from a bhreshin machine and crushed both legs. A costly medical bill and repair work are expected, with a large financial burden anticipated to cover the injury.
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