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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1887
Page
1
A Pennsylvania town lies in ruins after a devastating fire. The Washington Notes covers post office matters pension payments and a fatal clash described as a sham battle. Proceedings of the Utah Constitutional Convention are summarized with key actions and decisions.
A massive two-farm fire at Clarendon and the Weaver House, tied to arson, destroyed about twenty acres and $350,000 in value, leaving 1,100 homeless. Firefighters from Warren arrived to battle the blazes. a charred hotel skeleton and a suspect were linked to the incendiary act amid a large relief effort.
Chicago begins trial over Illinois Central railroad right of way to fill and occupy lake shore property for its benefit. City advocate B McCagg accuses the company of grasping conduct and excessive greed, promising to continue arguments tomorrow.
A commission of Wallace P Rich J T Metcalf and E W Alexander will inspect principal postoffices to propose salary reforms for clerks tying pay to office costs and standardizing rates across offices. The plan seeks equitable adjustments funded by a bulk appropriation and guided by the first assistant postmaster general.
Cleveland dispatch reports Postmaster W. R. Simntington was killed yesterday at Delta Fulton County during a sham battle. He succumbed shortly after being shot. The cause of the bullet entering the blank cartridge sequence remains unexplained by the troops involved.
Utah constitutional convention reports committee action declaring bigamy and polygamy incompatible with a republican form of government. Offenses are a misdemeanor with fines up to 1000 dollars and six months to three years imprisonment. Law operative without further legislation and not subject to statute limitations. pardon requires presidential approval. Congress and the president must ratify amendments.
Blinky Morgan Johnny Conglin and Billy Harrington Alpena captives moved quietly today from Cleveland to Ravenna the site of the Kennedy rescue and Hilligan murder. Trials set for September. Each prisoner claims alibis Harrington says he is James Robinson Pittsburg gambler police identify him as a gang member on the night of the crime.
In Atlanta Illinois on July 5 Peter Wagner a 60 year old German citizen killed himself in his upper room around 6 pm The coroner's verdict followed findings that he sat in a chair fired a Colt revolver through his head and fell with the weapon beside him His brains were on the wall and he was found in a pool of blood He had previously wounded himself years earlier but recovered He was married
In St Joz Missouri on July 5 a dispute over canvassers pay led to a scuffle as the Sells Bros circus train pulled out. Four canvassmen were injured and Sells along with fifteen men were detained by police. Officers drew revolvers to keep the group from following the officers. Sells denounced his arrest and stayed in the calaboose overnight, then paid a $25 fine plus costs.
In the Dry Dock San Francisco July 5 the wooden man of war Iroquois has been sent to Mare Island for repairs. The relic of the war is in shaky condition.
In Staunton Illinois on July 5 Mr and Mrs John Kardell were killed crossing a railroad crossing when train No 5 overtook them. A mule pulling the wagon also died. Box cars blocked view making the approach of the train unseen.
New York July 5 John Slade and Co dry goods merchants signed this afternoon their March 1885 statement showing net worth between 250000 and 300000 with 150000 in capital. The ledger also notes about 152000 in real estate at Lawrence Mass Long Island and in New York City. Bradstreet reported their credit good.
New York reports six month immigrant totals show a sharp rise from 148,707 in early 1886 to 212,655 in the same period of 1887. If the pace continues, the annual total may approach 500,000, vastly higher than last year’s 300,918.
In Worcester Massachusetts on July 5 Cornell won the mile and a half straightaway four oared race at Lake Quinsigamond by two feet in 9 minutes 38 ¾ seconds. The contest stayed neck and neck with neither crew ahead by more than half a boat for most of the distance. Only Bowdoin and Cornell started.
In Avatsta Georgia on July 5 Milo Thomas a 17 year old white youth was fatally stabbed by a 14 year old Black boy after a dispute over a cigarette picture. The confrontation ended when the younger boy used a dirk to strike Thomas killing him.
Articles of association for the Little Rock and State Line railroad were filed today. The 160 mile line runs west through Montgomery and Polk counties to the Indian Territory with capital stock of 3 million dollars.
Nahdizaz, the Apache condemned for the March 12 murder of Lieutenant Watt at San Carlos and given life imprisonment, has been transported by prison authorities to the Chester, Illinois prison.
Smith Center Kansas July 5. Smith county is today receiving a soaking rain which appears to be general. The corn and potato crop is assured and will be very large.
At a meeting of creditors for Maurice Rosenfeldt and Company, failed brokers of the late wheat clique, a motion to accept the firm’s proposal to pay 25 cents on the dollar in cash was carried.
Indianapolis 5 Washington 4. Louisville 10 Athletic 7. Detroit 16 Boston 8. Chicago 15 New York 3. Philadelphia no game due to rain. Cleveland Brooklyn drawn game postponed by rain.
A Jefferson City dispatch reports Governor Marmaduke signed the Swamp Angel road bill today after the legislature held an extra session. The action was conveyed to Kansas City by a Journal special.
The annual encampment of the Second regiment of the Kansas National Guards is under way in Harembsox Kas and the city is crowded with visitors as the event unfolds.
Yellow Fever reports from Key West dated July 5 indicate ten new fever cases since yesterday and three deaths. The update records ongoing health concerns as authorities monitor the outbreak and implement containment measures.
Winners listed for today’s race include Brait from Lansdowne Legion and Nettle Cyclone with NIsa cara Farts taking top honors.
The state reports good overall conditions with abundant corn, strong wheat and mats yields. Harper of Fidelity Bank adds statements on financial and agricultural outlook, noting healthy production across regions and stable market prospects.
The Kansas Farmer reports wheat harvests largely complete with yields varied from poor to excellent, predicting wheat at about one quarter of three years ago. Oats and corn prospects are better, with corn acreage up 25 percent and potential harvest near 250 million bushels if favorable weather continues. Rain has been ample over the past six weeks and fruit trees show fair returns.
The National Association of Music Teachers opened its annual session in InpraNApPo July 5 with 300 to 400 delegates expected to grow by tomorrow. Business sessions meet at Roberts Park Church and concerts at Tomlinson Hall. Noted figures include William H. Sherwood, H. S. Perkins, Clarence Eddy, Mme Coppiana. Mayor Denny gave the welcome. President Levallie spoke and named a committee. the session focused on papers and discussion.
The Times Star prints an interview with E L Harper formerly of Fidelity National Bank now jailed awaiting trial. He says he had no idea of the bank disaster and that he bought stock the day before the closing and added 30000 in deposit two days prior. He blames directors and recalls the Handy wheat deal when a vault was emptied. He claims others in that deal are now condemning him.
The New York death toll rises with 200 deaths reported yesterday and 208 today, signaling growing public health concern in the city. The figures indicate a sharp increase in mortality and prompt calls for action from health authorities.
July 5 report lists several suicides: Rudolph Cragle dies after Paris Green dose. Christine Kraig, 40, shoots herself at 109 Greenwich Street after husband’s alleged unfaithfulness. Herman Steineck, 45, drowns in the Bronx River. John Ganish, an Erie road engineer, shoots himself near Port Jervis after wife’s insanity.
Cleveland dispatches report Mat Kennedy alias McMann, the Ravenna rescue target, arrested at North Lansing Michigan. Telegram to Cleveland police says Kennedy held for transfer. Needham orders immediate hold and requisition papers to secure custody. An officer to Lansing with papers and a Ravenna captain informed.
Aeronaut Clarg who fell from his balloon yesterday afternoon died at one o clock today after remaining unconscious since the accident.
A carriage saddled tragedy occurs five miles south of CarpenpaLe as Adrain McKenzie and his wife ride home. Crossing a stream the horse reared and Mrs. McKenzie fell, foot caught in stirrup. The frightened animal slammed her head into a tree. She lay unconscious for hours before dying. Both spouses were recently married.
Thomas Doige, an experienced river engineer from Dubuque, fell from the fan tail of the steamer Emma near the bridge yesterday afternoon while oiling the wheel and drowned. He had forty years on the river and was regarded as one of the best and most careful engineers. He leaves a family.
New York July 5 Jacob Sharp’s health has deteriorated while awaiting sentencing for bribery at Ludlow Street jail. He is bedbound and friends are alarmed as his condition worsens two days after his confinement.
Port Lang Me July 5 Prof Charles B Grinley with a newspaper reporter launched a balloon from Lincoln Park reaching 3000 feet. A westerly current pushed them out to sea and the craft drifted three miles from shore in Casco Bay. Attempts to land failed. they were dragged three miles through rough water before a yacht crew rescued them exhausted.
Private Thomas N Bateman of troop A Second Cavalry killed First Sergeant Samuel Sopher at the Presidio barracks after Sopher reprimanded him for intoxication. Bateman shot Sopher in the head, reloaded, and fired again before surrendering. Sopher enlisted in Chicago in May 1884 and had five years with the Second Cavalry in Montana. Bateman enlisted in Arizona two years ago, born Flemingburg Kentucky. He is to be turned over to civil authorities.
Paris July 5 Rouvier premier and finance minister drafts the budget for the chamber of deputies. It calls for no fresh taxation or new loans and ends the alcohol and personal property tax surcharges from the previous government. The plan balances receipts and expenditures by cutting 129 million francs, with 69 million on the ordinary budget and 60 million on the extra budget.
In St Louis on July 5 Judge Dillon ruled in the Oppenheim & Co. case over the May directors election for the St Louis and San Francisco railroad. The decision does not void the election but declares Edward Loppenheimer elected a director while Russell Sage is not.
Reports describe M Katkoff near death in Moscow and John Paulet, Marquis of Winchester, dead in England. A St Louis cooperage yard burned for a $100000 loss while martial law gripped Valencia amid rioting. Claims of Afghan boundary concessions between England and Russia surface as Paris embassy functions pause for Mrs McLane’s health.
Market briefing notes money-on call at 3 10 per cent, closed at 4 per cent. Mercantile paper Prim Mercantile at 5 54 per cent. Sterling Exchange dull and weaker at 4 82 for 60 day bills and 4 83 for demand. Total stock cases today 192,252. Bonds summary and Missouri data follow.
Kansas City grain and provisions report lists soft winter wheat bids and offers, cash and July quotes, 68c and 60c bids for various wheat types, oats, corn meal and by products prices, butter and cheese ranges, poultry and dressed turkey prices, with multiple vessels and dates noted in a brisk commodity-quotation style.
The Live Stock Indicator notes same day cattle receipts at 3474 with 551 shipments described amid a strong Texas market. Prices show good to choice corn fed calves and steers ranging from 3.90 to 4.10 per unit with common to medium at 3.80 to 3.90 while shipments are stated as none for some categories and overall market steady to strong with higher quotes on certain grades.
St Louis reports delays and mixed bids with cash offerings and daily price quotes. Rye oats and grains show varied activity, with pork and lard futures noted. Exchange mentions include July and August quotes and steady wholesale dairy and provisions pricing.
Receipts show 4 569 cattle shipments and 2 165 hogs with steady to firm tone. Cattle prices range from fair to good for shipping steers and stockers, hogs bring 4.40 to 5.25 for heavy and butcher selections, with medium to small pigs around 4.30. Lambs run 3.00 to 4.60. market steady for feeders and range-clipped stock.
Market notes show spring wheat at 68c to 724c with No 2 red at 724c, pork per lb at 21.50, lard 6.42 per cwt, butter 18c, eggs 11 12c. The Drover's Journal lists receipts 8,000, shipments 3,000, with cattle and hog markets varied, Texas cattle 2.20 3.60, western and lamb prices noted.
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