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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1896
Page
2
The piece muses on money influence and public indifference to attire. It forecasts no crop until 1906 and reflects on reforms in Turkey being easily sidetracked. It notes global folks claiming martyrdom and reports a drought in northern South Australia causing harvest failure and farmer destitution.
The column jokes that engagements should be long enough for couples to get acquainted, while warning that implying wishes at this time of year can backfire. It notes the risk of being granted Christmas presents if one is too casual.
A wealthy New Yorker builds a Palatin house featuring novel comforts including a vast roof swimming tank that will double as a skating rink in winter. The project promises exceptional luxury and convenience for modern living.
The renowned performer Lillian Russell declares she will not marry Walter Jones. The announcement ends her previous patterns of quick engagements and embraces a calmer personal plan.
A former Cuban army volunteer, now back home, claims Morro castle prisoners were forced to swim daily to attract sharks. He says the sharks consumed roughly as many inmates as were brought in daily, allowing the governor to keep the death toll steady.
United States Consul General reports to Washington on 1896 global wheat harvest. Nations including United States Canada Argentina Uruguay Chile Australia and East India show large totals while Russia and Spain Portugal face poorer crops. France shows similar to last year with increases in Italy and Great Britain. Figures are mixed with a liberal shortage indicated.
The Rocky Mountain News cites a Colorado salary list showing odd gaps from the governor to a janitor. It notes the auditor earns $2.40 yearly with a bonding requirement, while his deputy, bookkeeper, and clerk add to the total. the deputy insurance commissioner earns more than the auditor, followed by several other officials all paid similar base rates. The piece calls the data a useful guide for legislators and citizens.
Readable fragments show numerous government posts with titles such as clerk stenographer judge and assistant roles. Mentions include supreme court clerk deputy clerk inspectors state board of charities and corrections adjutant general and district attorney with varied salary figures and allocations.
Sheriff and posse respond to Virginius mine strike above Ouray after workers object to new shift rules. Mine telephone line cut, no details on causes or extent, and no further news expected until morning.
A Western gold mining company sought $40,000 for plant development and issued $200,000 in stock with a guaranteed eight percent annual dividend for ten years. The guarantee was enacted through a Chicago entity as part of the financing strategy.
The article discusses a bank backed stock certificate with a guaranty by the bank and the cashier. It notes payment timing, held dates, and control of the investment while outlining risks and protections for investors if the mine venture succeeds or fails.
Reports from Hav and Noone Browgh describe a steamer bringing wounded Spanish troops to Havana. Most came from near San Cristobal Candelaria with unclear units and rumors of Weyler’s planned actions. Guerillas operated near the bay as insurgents attacked suburbs, killing three Spanish soldiers and burning houses.
Denver reports the resignation of a state Soldiers and Sailors' Home board commissioner to the governor in a letter expressing regret over recent events. The move is expected to be promptly accepted and was set to become a sensational affair. In London a separate brief notes unrest in the Ottoman province with armed raids and village burnings reported by the Daily Mail correspondent.
Dispatch from Sebastopol describes Russian forces preparing in the Caucasus for expected Armenian front activity. It mentions control of travel with plenary passports and notes foreign travel allowances amid the military buildup.
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