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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1896
Page
2
A Montreal florist sues Queen Victoria for 1900 dollars over flowers sent to a state funeral. The queen offers 900 dollars to settle, but the florist demands the full 1900 or proceeds to court.
Lucinda Tucker of Kansas wrote the song Good-bye Old Party Good-bye that inspired the populace and retired Senator Ingalls. She has reportedly rescued her husband from drunkenness using a cowhide in a public act reflecting a domestic dispute.
Chicago messenger bars are to be mounted on wheels. The task is difficult to stay on the wheel without it moving. A noticeable gain in time is expected as a result.
A Chicago madman caused a stir at the city opera last week after paying 3.50 to view puff sleeves and hear talks on cold remedies and shirt waist collar and cuff debates. The incident reflects public unrest amid a performance scene, highlighting social mischief and the era’s fashion debates.
Judge Wright of Champaign calls all persons who expressed contempt of the recent grand jury action indicting the state university trustees. The move is described as a call for a statewide meeting of the entire population, except lunatics, dumb persons, and the grand jury members.
The common council passed a curfew measure that the public opposed and the mayor vetoed. The council overridden the veto amid public anger. Citizens insist the curfew must not ring and push for an ordinance forcing aldermen home by 3 p.m.
Water in wells and streams has risen across Nebraska with several years worth of volumes in a single season. Little rainfall in fall and winter contrasts with higher subterranean and surface water levels. Weather bureau investigates as railroads assist research into unknown source.
A German investigator states total world telegraph wire at 1 062 700 miles with the United States leading at 403 900 miles, Europe 380 700, Asia 67 400, Africa 21 500, and Australia 47 500. Belgium shows the highest wire density, followed by Germany and the United Kingdom, with Russia and other nations listed in order.
An Ohio hanging was postponed until the legislature adjourned due to lawmakers’ eagerness to attend the killing. The remark compares this legislative refinement to the prowess of Chicago council efforts, highlighting political theater over routine duty.
The article recalls how the law's severity struck terror into the Meadowcross bankers in Chicago, contrasting with a history of lax enforcement that harmed depositors who relied on banks. The piece emphasizes the fear inspired by strict justice versus prior lax oversight.
A devastating Cripple Creek fire on April 25 26 destroyed six blocks in the central district. The loss reached about 1 million dollars with 2000 people left homeless. The blaze began at the Central theater and spread through Myers avenue and Bennet street, destroying the post office jail banks and many businesses. Firefighters from Cripple Creek and Victor fought the flames for hours, preventing the fire from reaching some areas but leaving a wide swath of damage and chaos in its wake.
Committees have been appointed for those left destitute by the fire. Work on replacement buildings has begun and the district will show marked improvement. An ordinance will be passed to prevent erection of frame structures.
A London special notes growing peril in South Africa as President Kruger refuses to visit England. Pressure on Chamberlain rises to curb foreigners in the Transvaal and risk of race war. Cape Colony action may target the British South Africa Company charter amid calls for condemning treason by reform leaders.
The Times Herald Washington dispatch reports President Cleveland has proposed to Lord Salisbury a broad arbitration treaty between the United States and Britain. It would extend to all disputes including the Deluzan question, with good offices of other powers tendered. No reply has yet been received.
Denver officials threaten drastic action after the Gre and p board issues an ultimatum forbidding Sabbath day theatrical performances in the city. Orpheum Lyceum managers were warned after a prior notice from the police chief, with more steps to follow for violations.
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