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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1895
Page
2
A locomotive at Woodlawn Station derailed a crowded excursion train, telescoping four cars and killing or injuring many. Police seize Engineer Frank Jason and Fireman Arthur Thoss as four cars burn and ambulances rush to hospitals.
A Polish count Hob Kirk, a passenger on the American liner Alliance when fired upon by a Spanish gunboat off Cape May Cuba, arrives in Madrid claiming Captain suppressed evidence that the Alliance carried contraband of war within Galléan waters. He faces government silence as Cain Babkirk publishes a tale in newspapers.
A Cane Constantinople dispatch notes three late Armenian question meetings at the palace each lasting until midnight. Emperor William reportedly declined to intervene while reform advice was ignored. Faure was asked to act with powers in concert. In Lincoln a balloon ascent and parachute jump ended safely after a rope accident near age ten. In Colombia, General Alfaro's troops seized Quito. Saraga fled to the U S legation and Salzar to the Peruvian legation amid assurances of tranquility.
Gumbo reports John Wesley the alleged assailant of Mrs. Marmion in Manchester Missouri has been captured, a claim disputed as mounted searchers probe the countryside. Widespread suspicion grows that local colored residents may be aiding his escape. Official Volhynia cholera data show 2025 cases and 718 deaths with the period ending August 17.
A fire burns in mine No 1 of the Pana Coal Company in Pana Illinois endangering workers. Night shift miners are reportedly expected to evacuate via mine No 2 as efforts to contain the blaze continue.
A Pittsburgh conference of workmen and manufacturers agreed on the wage scale for the coming year with an advance of per cent. The settlement affects about 20,000 workers. In Berlin a torpedo boat capsized in the North Sea with thirteen drowned. A World special from Colon reports Gen Fenador's revolt in New York.
An Ambato message reports support for a government and notes Ex-Vice President Salazar taking refuge in the Peruvian legation. It mentions ministers and troops moving to Ibarra and a pardon decree, with hopes to restore "pence throughout the republic."
New York special from Dun and Co reports expanding trade volume with cautious optimism. Prices and production rise unevenly, cotton accrues surplus, wheat and corn show modest gains, wool softens, and exports trend lower amid lingering monetary concerns.
Washington reports the U S district attorney finds the July 18 Indian Times killing a cold blooded murder by Constable Alanning and deputies in a conspiracy to stop hunting. Proceedings before Commissioner Patti Green seem unlikely as treaty rights to hunt are questioned and no statute allows punishment. A deputy marshal scathingly condemns the settlers role and exposes exaggerated charges against Indians.
Ishpeming Michigan reports seven state militia companies moving toward the city as a major strike paralyses regional industry. Shovel crews arrive, tension rises, and a large strikers meeting foreshadows Monday action amid an estimated four hundred thousand dollars in losses. Arms bound for Cuba seized at Cedar Keys as part of a separate customs operation.
A blaze in Yukhnoif Smolensk destroyed about half the town, leaving roughly four hundred inhabitants homeless. No fatalities reported as sections of the settlement burned, displacing fifty families and damaging forty three houses.
Brooklyn residents report three distinct tremors Sunday morning with rumbling noises and pictures falling. Hotels like Pierrepont House emptied halls as trembling guests feared an explosion. Sandy Hook sightings prompted initial doubt before New York City noted a 6 14 a m quake lasting ten seconds.
Central City Colorado reports a mine flood trapping miners at the Fisk Americas and Sleepy Hollow shafts. Thirteen miners believed dead after water surged through the vein. Rescue attempts proceed as families gather awaiting news. In Idaho Osher Insur is surrounded by forest fires threatening Wallace Cabarn.
A picnic party of seven from Cape Land belonging to Charlottetown area disappeared after a Fifteen Mile Point picnic on the 20th. The group, five men and two women, sailed for home on a small yacht the next day and has not been seen since. Friends fear they are lost due to a heavy storm after departure. Belgian Soldiers Killed in Africa. Brussels special: fighting rages between Congo state forces and the Mahdis in Adda district. Lieutenant Cassart and nineteen men killed.
St. Petersburg reports Japan accepts 35,000,000 taels as indemnity for relinquishment of the Jiao Tang Peninsula. Moscow relay notesJapan consents to compensation scheme to settle land dispute with China and Japan.
Market quotations show cattle in Sioux City ranging from $2.25 to $5.50 with hogs at $3.73 to $4.20 and sheep from $23.50 to $5.00. Wheat and corn values are listed for multiple regions and grades, including No 2 red wheat and No 2 corn. Other city quotes cover Minneapolis St Paul and Kansas City markets with varying ranges for cattle hogs and sheep.
Reporters weigh whether Mrs. McDunn died from burns or a heart condition leading to a lamp incident in her Des Moines home. Police probe the blaze as investigators in state and city review evidence while an anxious husband returns home shortly after the fire ends.
The State Government’s oil inspection relies on deputies paid 60 to 100 dollars monthly, with concern over expenses and effectiveness. L. E. B. Andrews of the State Board of Health cites extensive investigations of lamp explosions, arguing most cases stem from poor oil, though other explanations persist.
Michael Bater of Carrot Township Greene County suffered fatal injuries after a shotgun discharged while fleeing a fence during a hunt. The weapon discharged through the fence, shot entered his abdomen, and he collapsed. A companion helped him home as medical help arrived.
Adeline Steteon died of brain fever at Stercy Flosnttal in Dubuque aged 60. She came from Grand Hupide Alick to perform at Stewart Park and appeared as Parthenia in a local engagement. Friends recall her Jesditic stage career with William J. Florence and Ber DeHar's troupe in St. Louis. Her travels included work with John W. Norton. Letters from prominent actors were found among her effects. Her daughter Miss Lidian Drice, also in the profession, is currently unlocated.
After years of conflict with Mugcating watermelon shippers, the Rock Island Railroad refused to provide cars for off-line loading. Railroad commissioners attempted mediation but were met with resistance. A telegram from General Manager Wiiesdale announced concessions to move the cars.
Reports include Lisgle Reynolds arrested for larceny in Marghalltiewo. Peter Meyer loses toes after streetcar incident in Dubuque. trashing machine tampering in Hardin County. Officer Moran rescues Erickson from a lake near Council Blutts. Other items note suicidial attempt by Nic Friedlef in Dubuane. Odebolt Chronicle refusal to advertise Sioux City fair without full premium payment. Boone County bridge contract concerns. P M Crapo predicts Iowa corn yield averaging 20 bushels per person. Des Moines Des Moines Des Moines Des Moines Des Moines. Wm. Quipgier burned by gasoline near a hot main pot. Fastman Gardner & Co. raise capital to 250000. business moves from Lyona to Clinton.
Street Commissioner Péck demands an investigation into charges by Loney who won a suit against the city. A fatal altercation followed a Ward shooting of Eugene Karkhoff. A brutal camp fight near Burlington left several wounded. A Vincennes magnate faced police over burning money at Council Bluffs. Eight prisoners escaped Clinton jail by drilling holes in a cage plate. A nine year old girl died after a railroad accident near Watkins. Promoter John W. Paul narrowly escaped drowning in the Missouri River. Coal industry disarray in Den Motes signals price controls and worker pay talks. Injunctions target liquor dealers in Des Moines as officers seize proceedings. Forgery and fraud charges land Dick Smith in custody in Des Moines.
A Detroit woman testifies about the cure of her daughter after smallpox vaccination using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She describes neuralgia, fatigue, and pale complexion improving, crediting the pills for restoring health and urging neighbors to use them. The advertisement asserts Pink Pills treat numerous conditions from nervous disorders to blood issues and female weaknesses.
The New York Tribune argues the city lags ancient Rome in public water access and fountain beauty. It urges more artesian wells on Manhattan and surrounding areas to free Croton for baths and fountains and to support manufacturers, hotels, and brewers.
Announcement of excursion rates to western and southwestern destinations for September 16 to 24. Tickets available at Southwestern ticket office and at Security Bank building or Union depot in Sioux City Iowa. A G Curyxey is the general agent. It notes United States fur production for hats near seven million pounds.
A dubious ad warns that nicotine and chewing ruin manhood and nerve power. It promotes No-TeThie as a guaranteed cure from The Eteking Nemedy Co of New York City or Chicago. An unrelated line mentions a Turkish turban with yards of muslin.
August 22 and September 10 offer excursions to Trot Springs and Black Hills with additional dates September 6 and 20. Tickets available at Northwestern city ticket office Security Bank building or Union depot Second and Nebraska Streets. H C Gungxuy is general agent in Sigex City Iowa.
A brief note states Halls Cataarh Cora costs 75 cents and is tied to a 2 constitutional care. It notes the Spanish broad-brimmed hat style and material have remained unchanged for over 300 years.
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