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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1896
Page
6
A jumble of remarks from The Register Lamar discusses a girl who reportedly jumped into the Chicago river, speculates on the Erie creek’s liquid contents, and critiques Ballington Booth and the American Salvation Army. It references King George III, titles versus wealth, and the kinetoscope’s revenue reliance on legitimate enterprises.
A historical remark notes the phrase the King of Abyssinia used to advise fear of his wife. The text then discusses a perceived pattern of female dominance or intimidation in both savage and civilized life within marriage.
A plan to install a curfew bell in New York to call children from the streets at night is proposed. A chestnut bell for signaling the Astors and Vanderbilts would complete the equipment.
A New York special cites Dr Cyrus Edison claiming a patient cured of consumption now eats five meats daily. The report highlights dramatic recovery and unusual dietary shift as proof of the treatment's effectiveness.
A report lauds Mark Twain as the first lecturer to turn the golden tide toward the United States. He travels home from Europe with a bulging carpet bag, signaling a bustling return.
A suggestion to the Wisconsin Anti Tramp Society proposes tackling two issues by using tramp labor to build good roads and improve methods, aiming to address both unemployment and infrastructure needs.
A town on Manhattan Island, unable to host national political conventions, plans a notable cat show next month. Local organizers promote the event as a fine showcase for pets and community engagement.
The report notes that if X rays could enable photographing objects via telephone, many people should avoid placing the telephone receiver close to their skulls to prevent potential harm.
A London cablegram reports Mrs Langtry won the prize ribbon at a skating rink patronized by the English nobility. The Lily did not cut much ice here this year, suggesting a lukewarm reception.
General regret at the rupture between Burlington Booth and his father the commander in chief. The ad mirable organization has been singularly free from such difficulties, part of its strength lay in lacking fine prizes to be competed for.
In Cedar Falls Iowa Mr Truesdell rose during prayer to confess murdering William Shedan in Leadville on August 14 1890 Telegrams from Leadville support his claim and locals deride him as a fool The case hinges on the telltale presence of wheels in his upper story as a metaphor for disbelief
President White said reports of a Venezuela favored verdict are wrong. The five member tribunal has not decided and is studying the case in depth. Most commissioners have read only portions of the British case, with midsummer as the earliest possible decision.
Federal authorities report a new filibustering expedition assembling in Cocoanut Grove on the east Florida coast about 100 miles from Key West and are taking steps to stop its departure. The revenue steamer Winona has joined the cutter McLean in patrolling the gulf, pursuing the schooners Dellie and Pearl said to carry arms and ammunition aboard. A suspicious one masted steamer has been seen hovering near Turtle Harbor for a week.
The steamer Commodore is reported in the vicinity while three Spanish warships continue cruising the gulfs, visible to nearby lookouts.
The Nicaragua canal measure, opposed by Mr Reed as a risky addition to the current session agenda, has strong backing from Senator Morgan who vows swift action if the House acts first. Republicans fear it could be used to claim extravagance, yet it has the most supporters among pending bills.
Hopkinsville Kentucky March 21 a rumor that John Winders was lynched by white caps in Todd county reached the city yesterday though unconfirmed. Winders was removed from a house Friday night by unknown parties and his body found the next day hanging in Wild Cat Hollow. He had terrorized the neighborhood and been warned to leave the area over alleged wife beating and misconduct.
In Rawson the government revises a long dispute over A E Nowlan the former postmaster. Three years ago he faced embezzlement charges, was removed and tried in Toledo where acquitted. Bondsmen paid $500, government refunds them, and Nowlan receives $30 salary balance but cannot return to the postmaster role.
A garbled text fragment references cures and patience, mentioning “patents” and seeking a drageciet. The readable parts hint at advice or a note about therapy and timing, but no coherent event, person, or place is ascertainable from the fragment.
In Norwalk Ohio on March 23 a dog at Mt Delamater farm uncovered a buried package containing over 1000 dollars in postage strips two revolvers and burglars tools. Officers opened fire injuring one suspected burglar while a second man fled. It is believed the stamps came from Wilmington post office Tuesday night, though the wounded man denies it.
Indiana intercollegiate oratorical contest sparks a violent riot at the Indianapolis opera house injuring several students from Earlham and Butler colleges. Police restrained the disorder as injuries were reported.
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