18 Aug 1897
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1897
Page
1
Bombs and guns trigger unrest as a bomb explodes amid political turmoil surrounding France's ruler. Details remain fragmentary, but events signal rising tensions and public fear across cities. Authorities investigate the incident and monitor subsequent demonstrations.
A Louisville firm presented two counterfeit £1,000 notes to the U S Treasury for redemption. The notes, dated June 5, 1565, mimicked genuine issues and circulated among top dealers before authorities exposed the fraud. The case highlights a large counterfeit ring and early 19th century security concerns.
Report shows total national enrollment in public private and special schools. Colored education totals about 40,000 with growth of 3,000 year over year. Industrial training emphasized. Kansas wheat and corn crop forecasts vary with weather. Public finance and civil service examinations update. union and reform school enrollments noted. Public notices touch on political charges and election maneuvers.
In Pitsburg and surrounding districts Judge Stowe and Cullier issued a miners injunction with enforcement likely permanent. Strikers encamped near New York and Cleveland Gas Company mines evaded deputies while planning disruption. Deputies halted camps, patrolled woods, and urged workers to move to dodge service as 20 000 men face repeated injunctions.
Comptroller of Currency Eckles drew a large audience at the Detroit bankers convention as state representatives reported improving conditions with rising crops and better business prospects. Eckles received applause and careful attention during his address. The report highlights a generally optimistic outlook for banking in coming months.
The Agriculture Department through the Bureau of Animal Industry announces a prepared vaccine for cattle disease blackleg and issued circulars with facts and directions. A portion of vaccine will be distributed to enable preliminary vaccinations, with reports of results to the bureau. News from Mexico City and Kansas shows varied economic and local events on Aug 18.
Crony politics swirl as Iowa Republicans meet in a tent for the state convention. Speaker Byers withdrawals shift support toward Shaw while district caucuses signal changing sentiment. Attendees include Senator Alison and ex governor Lurraber as McMillan opens the gathering amid strong crowd expectations.
In autumn 1891 Calmette directed the Bacteriological Institute of Saigon to study venom neutralization after a cobras outbreak near Baden. He tested venom in animals, noting venom quantity challenges and lethal doses. The report also claims New York State wealth concentration and housing wealth, contrasting with broader U S agricultural wealth and regional prosperity.
Valley potato market reports small lots and varied prices for potatoes and apples. Kansas City live stock notes receipts and general market strength for hogs cattle and sheep with price ranges, plus Chicago cattle and wheat futures summaries.
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