09 Mar 1889
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1889
Page
1
A strong earthquake rattled the eastern region causing brief tremors and alarms across towns. Officials reported no immediate deaths, while residents described hanging items and cracked walls. Citations of felt reports spread from several cities.
A chaotic March report cites Louisville blaze tearing through Market Street area with wind driving flames, widespread property losses, and multiple buildings destroyed. Earthquake shocks unsettled communities in Lancaster and nearby towns, with tremors felt across Maryland and Delaware, causing fear but limited damage reports.
The March 4 notice details a tie contort for a Gam ba Dodeco City rail line from Duiserry to Superior extending 20 miles, with completion and operation planned by September 1st. The Missouri Pacific New York line project and related financial notices follow, including annual meetings and book closings. multiple local business and transit items are listed.
A dispatch from Washington states that claims of a clash between a German naval unit and American war vessels have been dismissed as unfounded by officials. No official confirmation or details of engagement are provided, and the matter is treated as unsubstantiated.
Reports in San Francisco and Washington discuss an American man of war allegedly sunk in Samoan waters by the German vessel Olga, with later accounts casting doubt on the claim. The Navy and public interest focus on the fate of the Nipisce, while other ships and routes move on, as officials brief Congress and the public.
A gentleman in a lowse coat entered a Paris ladies outfitting shop while the owner was away. He requested a cloak to see how it looked, then had the shopkeeper try it on himself. The thief claimed delight, seized the till, and fled, with bystanders stopping him in the street.
Dun's Commercial Review reports a weekly fall in general prices with coal and iron dragging the market. Wheat declines while pork products rise. foreign exchange and dry goods show irregular patterns. Reading's failure dampens confidence. nails weaken. structural iron slows. copper output eases. oil up slightly. cotton steady. money demand restrained. treasury funds shrink. European supplies influence prices.
The column reports on March market action with dull trading in West markets and firm demand in some foods and chemicals. It notes a general decline in prices for certain goods, a cautious buyer mood, and ongoing questions about contracts and interstate trade. Shipping lines and manufacturing notes appear alongside a health product advertisement and a call for classifieds in the Weekly Journal.
Vintage ad text touts Bucklee Arnica Salve as the best remedy for bruises boils sores ulcers pain and skin eruptions with a 1 cent guarantee and 25 cent price per box. Includes testimonial from F E Conn praising Kemp's cough remedies and noting sales through Barber Brom One of Kany Victor N J. Feb 1 3487.
Telegraphic notes report the old Metropolitan Base Chatel in New York reorganizing. Over fifty presidential post offices will become vacant during March and April. Fire destroys the Camieg Point Female Orphan asylum in Missouri. loss about 30000 with 4000 insured. The Tumater all escaped unharmed. Secretary Noble visited the pension office with 1500 staffers. Windom handles treasury. Wanamaker buys the Whitney residence for about 80000. Editor Robers of the Ken ny fouder was attacked in Lexington. President Harrison hosted a reception with various officials and a portico crowd observing.
A fragmentary note lists names including Berner Bris ey Alex Lowe Jumee G Lore and Nevison in an unclear order. The text reads as a damaged entry possibly referencing individuals with short initials and surnames.
McConneto's announces fresh spring stock with new suitings, overcoatings, and pant goods now available. Local shoppers can view updated selections and sizes across men’s wear, featuring seasonally styled fabrics and tailoring options.
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