18 Sep 1888
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1888
Page
1
A concise entry for Lawrence business directory listing GEG A Banks as a local firm. No further details available in the readable text.
The Jacksonville district reports nearly 100 new yellow fever cases and seven deaths with continued ferried figures delayed by reporting gaps. Nurses from other states arrive, while doctors and officials assess spread, prevention efforts, and upcoming relocations. Autopsy on Prof. Richard A. Procter yields no conclusive yellow fever cause. Local relief committees send funds, and evacuation news follows as the fever threatens Gainesville and nearby areas.
The weekly Mark Lewe Express notes improving English crop prospects with rising wheat deliveries and mixed prices across regions. It reports English wheat sales at 15,055 quarters and a weaker foreign grain market, while linseed strengthens. In St Louis, the arrival of through Burlington trains triggers a locomotive housing boycott by Brotherhood of Engineers and portending a possible strike if Wabash enforces its contract terms.
A compilation of moral and educational excerpts typical of a 19th century periodical. It emphasizes industry, Christian duty, disciplined education, and wise teaching methods. Notable notes urge action today, warn against miseducation, and encourage compassionate deeds aligned with religious conviction.
A collection of aphorisms from Philadelphia Enquirer and others on resisting temptation respect for women, seizing opportunities, charity, cultivation of faculties, and life’s seriousness. Includes notes attributed to Horne and Zarrow urging upright, useful conduct.
In Washington on September 17 the Senate rejected a motion to reconsider the Chinese bill, leaving it passed and sent to the President for approval. Debate covered tariff reforms and foreign relations with Great Britain and Canada, with Vest insisting the tariff has infamous features. The House discussed agriculture department expansion and a library building inquiry, adjourning after a brief session.
Representative Dingley of Maine proposed a set of resolutions in the House concerning fishing vessel rights in Canadian ports. The measures ask whether American vessels have been denied treaty rights, whether U S law grants touch and trade rights to Canadian ports, whether licenses or duties were exacted, and what steps the president has taken to restore or withdraw privileges under the 1887 act.
The special committee probing Kelley charges against NY representative Stahlnecker resumed cross examination of Smithmeyer. The architect denied any approached and asserted no specific improper overture occurred. Adjournment was set for tomorrow as the hearing continues in NantMnros.
A minor quarrel escalated into a fatal shooting among locals. Police report a single gunman opened fire after a dispute over a trifling matter, leaving one man dead and others shaken. Investigators seek witnesses and seize possible motives.
Remains of S Morrin Waln and Charles L Strong murdered in Wyoming Territory were buried in Philadelphia while authorities pursue a killer. In Oklahoma Kansas Cherokee leaseholders prepare for a fierce contest as leaders and associates gather, with Proclamation from Chief Mayea signaling firm action to retain lands before leases expire.
W D Denson was shot and killed in Springfield Kansas last Saturday by M P Parsons in front of the Clarendon Hotel after a quarrel over a board bill. Parsons, about 26 and single, was arrested and will have a preliminary examination next Thursday. Coroner Dr G W Harris held an inquest with evidence showing no provocation.
Market reports indicate varied demand and prices across commodities. Widespread stock totals reached 416,972 shares with mixed futures, while grain and livestock markets note steady to downbeat sentiment, including hogs, corn, and dairy items.
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