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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1886
Page
3
A county seat war rages in Pratt County Kansas as political clashes continue amid no terms reached. Geronimo the famed Apache chief surrenders to troops ending his resistance in another front.
Thomas M. Turner was acquitted after a trial in criminal court for the murder of Mrs. John Conway and her daughter Katie, four months earlier. The judge ruled there was no evidence to justify guilt and criticized suspicions against Mr. Conway as unfounded. Crowds celebrated as Turner left the courtroom with the Conways among those who congratulated him.
Harry Hill his wife a barmaid and a bartender testified before city police commissioners accusing Detective Moran of taking 50 to 100 dollars monthly since last summer to protect Hill’s liquor law violation at his resort. Moran and Captain Murphy face trial after Hill’s arrest of a bar maid and his claim of persistent harassment.
A Pratt county feud over the county seat disrupts Pratt county for two weeks. The sheriff is badly wounded and Iuka courthouse burned. Records split between factions. The Attorney General and militia prepare to intervene as three deaths occur with risk of more.
In Wheeling West Virginia a Polish potter Kefler, driven by a vision from God to kill his wife and children, struck his wife three times with a hatchet before neighbors restrained him. The wife and children escaped unharmed beyond serious injuries to the wife.
David Nero, a self described principal of Sumner college of Kansas, is held for trial in Glasgow on fraud charges. Reports from Kansas City say Nero, a former Sumner principal, resigned amid a private scandal and went to Europe. Cable inquiries claim he represented himself as connected with Sumner and solicited aid. Nero is described as a well educated, well spoken black man with a fine physique.
Sunday night at a Dona Indiana church Will Oates and his wife faced an attack by his brother-in-law Pavey who drew a pistol during the struggle as Oates tried to defend himself, the incident unfolding in a religious setting.
New York February 2 1886 Jacob Schaefer the billiard expert announces his willingness to play Maurice Vignaux or any rival in a 3000 point 14 inch balk line match for 5000 a side under express condition that the winner takes all receipts and the loser pays expenses If the stake is not available the match may be played for 1000 a side with the same terms and conditions Backer is Richard Roche of St Louis primary suitor is John Dowling who declined to back the challenge
Representatives from passenger lines meeting at Curia co decide to form the Chicago St Louis and Missouri river passenger association to preserve roads amid dissolving old links. The pool covers Chicago Kansas City Leavenworth Atchison St Joseph and Missouri river routes from St Louis to Omaha and Peoria with a temporary arbi trator to set rates. Northwestern St Paul absent and Illinois Central not represented signaling potential rate disputes.
General David Hunter United States army retired died this afternoon at his residence in WasH MacTon. He had been in good health earlier, complained of abdominal pains after returning from downtown, and died within minutes. A veteran of the Mexican War and the Civil War he was wounded in several engagements and retired in 1866. He also served as president of the military court that tried Mr Surrat.
Ex Paso reports Major Robison, army paymaster, received word from Ft. Bayard that a carrier arrived with Lange's rancho message confirming the unconditional surrender of Apache chief Geronimo to Lieutenant Maus, who followed Captain Crawford.
The advertisement claims consumption can be cured in stages using Dr Bigelow's Cure. It asserts the remedy also cures coughs colds and throat and lung diseases speedily and safely with a price of 50 cents to 1 dollar from druggists.
A retired physician claims a simple vegetable remedy can cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and related nervous complaints. He offers to mail the recipe free in German French or English with full directions to any requester, sending by address W A Noyes 149 Powers Block New York City.
Edward Shepherd of Harrisburg Ill reports a long running leg sore healed after using three bottles of Electric Bitters and seven boxes Bucklen's Arnica Salve. Doctors warned he might need bone scraping or amputation, but his leg is now sound and well. These remedies are sold by 8-20 Daw in 7 BarBgR Bros at fifty cents and twenty five cents respectively.
Geo. W. Warrs, successor to J. L. Berkey and Thomas Chapman, announces continued supply of their oil brands at low market prices and exclusive city rights for handling Luis Cavorum Oil. Orders left at Luis' drug store receive prompt attention as he aims to retain old customers and welcome new ones.
Washington reports on bills in the Forty-Ninth Congress including a Warsaw decoration bill, Logan's praise of daily conduct as decoration, electoral count committee actions, a Dakota bill, and new measures such as civil service reform, public health, Atchison building funding, and a woman suffrage joint resolution. An attorney-general Dustin letter update is noted.
Washington February 2 Congress man Lewis Hanback of Sixth Kansas district created a public spectacle on the house floor as colleagues tried to prevent details from appearing in print. His behavior suggested impaired judgment and a clash over prohibition in Kansas, with Reed and other Republicans attempting to restrain him.
Washington February 2 The house committee on post offices and postroads received a letter from Norvin Green president of Western Union tele graph company stating he could not appear today due to illness and lack of time He noted the subject was canvassed two years ago but added that sharp competition has driven rates down and new experience emerged he asks to be heard before the committee makes its discussion The Baltimore and Ohio telegraph company officials also wish to be heard on the subject.
Commander-in-chief Burdette of the Grand Army of the Republic telegrams Commander Warfield in San Francisco that the national encampment will be held there on Tuesday, August 3, 1886.
The American colony in Paris mourns the death of Mrs Bayard. Minister McLane cancels the planned reception for next Friday as a mark of tribute and respect.
The remark praises a Salvation bottle priced at 36 cents, highlighting affordable aid for needy individuals. It notes relief provided by the Salvation brand and underscores gratitude for access to inexpensive relief. The statement frames charity as a moral good and practical help.
Members return from Sabbath visits as Ohio senate debates a compromise on Hamilton county contest procedures. Republicans oppose continuing opening session rules. possible Supreme Court reference debated. Clerk Negley bars galleries to curb disorder as conference committee plans to report tomorrow.
Omaha reports a October fire on a Burlington & Missouri passenger bridge near the Kansas line was incendiary. Charles Grimes, 18, confessed his uncle James Grimes hired him for 25 dollars to ignite the fire. The elder Grimes disappeared after his house burned and insurance paid out. Young Grimes to be tried in Norton county Kansas.
In Toreka Kansas the house accepted an invitation to visit Leavenworth on Saturday February 6 and to ride the Santa Fe train to the soldiers home and penitentiary. A special committee report on livestock sanitary commission was referred to a new committee. Local bills passed on third reading including a pay raise for county officers of Smith county and a repeal of certain special laws. The sense-of-district resolution for 120 representatives was reconsidered. The house adjourned pending the adoption question.
Tom Milligan pleaded guilty to burglary in Lesanox Missouri after arraignment and received a two year penitentiary sentence. He and an accomplice attempted to crack the safe at W A Spiller Son store on October 23. The other burglar fled when officers arrived about 1 a.m. Sheriff Murray R P Goodal and W J Spiller were present.
The law and order league presented impeachment articles to Governor Foraker charging police commissioners with willful misconduct for refusing to enforce Sunday theater laws. The note declined the league's request.
A compilation of editor notes questions cabinet changes and tributes. Reports mention a General Snow Storm across western and eastern states. A major loss of 300000 is noted with suspension of a prominent firm.
Loxton February 2. Mr Gladstone fails to win moderate Liberal support for home rule. Conferences with Hartington Goschen Derby and others fail to secure backing. A radical liberal cabinet seems inevitable as party divisions bite into government stability. Possible reshaping of Irish offices and the legal team discussed.
Snow storms from southern and western Kansas spread across states causing serious train delays. Nashville reports continual snowfall since morning with ten inches by night and ongoing storm. Arkansas city Fr. Susull experiences the biggest storm in years with twenty one hours of snowfall, ten inches deep and travel, mail service halted.
Dallas February 2 The United States marshal closed Fee Brothers Elm Street dry goods house under attachments from the district clerk totaling 19000. Fee Brothers were among Dallas's largest merchants with liabilities and assets not yet ascertained.
Pirtscure Pa February 2 Oliver Bros and Philips and Oliver Roberts iron manufacturers who failed a year ago and were granted a three year extension paid the first installment of their indebtedness today. The amount was 300000 dollars, an average of 1000 dollars for every working day since the failure.
Representatives of leading silk manufacturing firms in New York on February 2 announced an advance in silk thread prices and twist by 10 percent after a daylight meeting.
Representatives from Turkey and Bulgaria have signed an agreement on the Bulgarian union and notified the powers of the accord, signaling official acknowledgment across the involved states.
The court circular reports that Mr Gladstone, present with the queen on Monday, was appointed prime minister. This confirms the change in leadership and marks a key political transition.
Grand Haven February 2 The fire last night caused losses that will probably total 300000 steps have been taken to rebuild the depot.
In Mexico Muxico on February 2 the United States consul general Parch arrived in the city.
A fragmentary report highlights Grigg's Girine Halve leading in a local event with other participants Syeda and Oll Ee Ra Sald noted in partial form. The available text hints at competitive standings and names, but details are incomplete.
Lawrence market notes show flour retail at 3.00 with second best 2.50, rye 3.35, wheat No 2 soit 8c and other grades up to 70c for hard, corn white 22c new, oats 27c, butter 15 to nothing, eggs 1d per dozen, potatoes apples and poultry with live chickens at 4c per pound.
New York Money markets show on call at 463 percent with closing at 3 percent. Prime mercantile loans at 4.5 percent. Foreign exchange steady with 60 day at 4.87 and demand at 4.89. Total stock turnover today 554,282 shares.
Kansas City notes a firm flour market with quoted ranges for different grades and flour types. Rye, corn, and oats receipts reported with bids and asks for No 2 red and No 2 white corn. Butter, eggs, and bran prices listed. overall market activity described as setup for February with mixed offers and shipments.
Kansas City February 2 Live Stock Indicator shows cattle receipts down seven percent with no shipments. Market firm and higher across categories with exporters at 4.50 to 4.90 for good to better shipping cattle and 2.40 to 3.05 for stockers and feeders. Hogs firm to higher with good to choice at 4.00 to 4.15. sheep receipts light with market firm and ranges 3.20 to 4.00 for good to choice and 2.50 to 3.00 for common to medium.
St Louis February 2 prices listed for flour, wheat, corn, oats, barley and butter with cash and futures terms. Butter at 25 cents, eggs 16 cents a dozen, lard firm, whisky ready at 1.12, provisions price 11.37, market showing typical commodity movements.
Cattle receipts 580 with 160 shipments. market stronger with demand for shipping cattle. Good to choice shipping 4.80-5.30, common to medium 3.90-4.00, butcher steers 3.25-4.35, cows and heifers 2.25-3.70, stockers 3.00-3.25. Hogs receipts 3,800 shipments 1,200. market active and 6-10c higher, close strong. Butchers 4.20-4.40, mixed packers 3.90-4.15, lights 3.50-3.90. Sheep receipts 400 shipments 200. market active 2c higher. Common to good 2?4.3, choice 4.00.
Chicago Produce report shows flour steady with prices in Wisconsin Michigan and Minnesota. Wheat futures and cash sales listed with various bids and closing figures. oats and corn markets mentioned with dates and percentages.
Chicago Live Stock February 2 report shows cattle receipts around 5,000 with shipments. Steers and stockers bring 3.50 to 5.50 per cwt while hog receipts near 23,000 with varying prices. Sheep around 3,000 traded in the market. Total value listed $2594.50.
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