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Lawrence Weekly Journal

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1888

Page

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Burlington Dynamiters court reveals Pinkerton link

In Chicago July 18 a Burlington conspirator case reveals John Mulligan a Pinkerton detective among the defendants. The cross examination uncovers a mysterious letter from Bowles to Tom Broderick. Bowles testifies about a secret brotherhood meeting in Aurora and a planned dynamite use with payments to obtain materials.

Curiaco Burlington Dynamiters Alex Smith Cmcaco John Wilson Burlington Cooly Broderick and Bauerisen Mr. Dawes Wilson John Mulligan Pinkerton McGinn Mulligan Broderick Tom Broderick Bowles Glenwood Junction Creston Aurora J. A. Bauereisin P'S J. Bowles Brookfield Brotherhood Kansas City Burlington Company Bauereisen Ing Indiana George Clark Galesburg

Monument Proposed For Haymarket Riot Victims

A granite based monument will feature a police officer figure and be placed at the Haymarket site where the men fell. The street car company may widen the space between tracks to allow the monument and a speaking platform built into its base.

Haymarket

Anarchist trio to be arraigned in Caiiaco

The would be assassins Grinnell Gary and Banfield will be brought before a justice around noon for arraignment. The cases will be continued for ten days to allow the conspiracy to be presented to the grand jury when it convenes on Monday.

Caiiaco Grinnell Gary Banfield

Chairmen Confer Over Burlington Strike at McCoy’s Hotel

Over 150 chairmen of engineer and firemen grievance committees gathered at McCoy’s hotel in Cur iaco on July 18 to discuss the Burlington strike. The meeting included representatives from nearly every major road, aiming to reach conclusions before adjournment. Resolutions condemned lawless acts and property destruction and pledged to use the organization's power to protect the innocent.

Curiaco McCoy’s Burlington

Collision at Sea Off New Foundland Feared Loss of Fishermen

The North German Lloyd steamer Fulda, from Bremen, collided with an unknown fishing schooner off Newfoundland in dense fog last Saturday. The schooner disappeared, with about twenty crew, and search boats found no trace as fog closed in. Fulda pursued rescue efforts but none were found. later officials called the earlier report exaggerated.

New Yorks Lloyd Fulda Bremen New Foundland New York Gustave H. Schwab North German Lloyd Line Sion Newfoundland

Canax Marie Case Sparks July Court Action

Ambiguous OCR fragment mentions David Clark and a supposed wife and a July date. The readable text hints at a potential legal or social matter in Canax Marie, N. Y. with authorities or parties including David Clark and a spouse, but details are incomplete.

Canax Marie, N. Ys David Clark

Annexation debate shapes Washington state bill in Senate

The Senate debated forming Washington state by joining present Washington territory with part of Idaho. Proponents favored annexing North Idaho, while opponents urged keeping Washington within its existing boundaries. House actions included tariff amendments on glass, pottery, and tobacco, then adjournment after a quorum lapse.

Washington Teller Senate Idaho Cullom Stewart North Idaho The Panhandle West Congress Washington State Mr. Dolph Cleveland Washington Territory North Nature Great Columbia Basin Mills Byoom Indiana Buchanan New Jersey Breckenridge Arkansas Reed LaFollette Wisconsin Mr. Mil's House Journal

Tariff debate in Congress over cotton ties and hoop iron

Washington July 18 The House moved to committee on the tariff bill after failed attempts to secure public building bills for Yonkers New York and Kalamazoo Michigan. The first tariff issue, cotton ties on the free list, spurred debate with Turner Stewart Townshend supporting free cotton ties while E B Taylor of Ohio argued against free cotton ties and keeping hoop iron dutiable. Bayne questioned northern Democrats voting patterns on the tariff.

Washington Stohlecker Burroughs Yonkers N. Y Kalamazoo Mich House Tracy New York Rimulin Turner Stewart George Townshend Illinois E. B. Taylor Ohio Bayne Philadelphia

General Harrison Delegations Placed Under State Committee

Indianapolis July 18 General Harrison worked despite illness and heat as the Republican state committee announced it will control the schedule for visiting clubs. Chairman Huston advised delegates to contact the committee before visiting, citing concerns over crowding and the need to allocate the general’s time effectively.

Indianapolis Harrison Republican State Committee Huston Associated Press State Committee J. N. Huston

Cincinnati Bakery Burned Down on Front Street

Fire swept the Cincinnati baking company's three story stone front building on Front Street between Race and Elm early today, with losses estimated at 20 000 to 25 000.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Baking Company Front Street Race and Elm Cuiiaco Wabash Avenue Julius Uer

Atchison County GOP Endorses National Figures

In Atchison Kansas on July 18 the county Republican convention elected delegates to the state convention. It adopted resolutions praising the Republican platform leaders Harrison Morton Ingalls Plumb Morrill and Martin and urged support for Noble L. Prentis for secretary of state amid contested sentiment. Delegation likely includes six for A. W. Smith and one for D. R. Anthony.

Atchison, Kas Atchison County Republican Convention Harrison and Morton Ingalls Plumb Morrill Martins Noble L. Prentis A. W. Smith D. R. Anthony

Seventh District Democratic Nomination At Great Bend

The Seventh district convention in Great Bend Kansas nominated W H Eby for congress after an informal ballot showed a two to one preference for Eby. Col Tom Jones backed by acclamation. Judge John Martin spoke for governor. A ratification meeting followed at the opera house with Martin and other leaders addressing the crowd. Eby is a 28 year old lawyer.

Great Bend Kas Col Tom Jones Dodge City W. H. Eby Wichita Congress Eby Jones John Martin Opera House Martin

Prohibition Convention Opens in Houvrenrxson

The Kansas state prohibition convention convened in Houvrenrxson with over 200 delegates including 38 ministers and many ladies. Col. D. W. Houston of Garnett opened the session at 2 pm as temporary chairman, Rev. A. P. George led prayer, and temporary secretaries were named as committees were formed. Houston predicted the Republican party would sleep for another year.

Farmer City Chosen as Wichita County Seat

Coronado Kas July 18 The election for county seat of Wichita county was held today Farmer City's majority over Seoti is 325. Farmer City is wild with excitement and bands playing anvils firing and everybody happy.

Coronado Kas Wichita County Farmer City Seoti

Heavy Rain Boosts Local Corn Prospects

A heavy rain last night swept across the region, covering a large area and benefiting crops. While the corn acreage is not extensive locally, the moisture is expected to yield a full crop for what is planted.

Liserat Kan

Result of an Old Grudge in Millerville

In Millerville Wisconsin on July 18 Chris Blatt a young farmer was mowing when neighbor Schecker and his two sons approached with guns and fired striking Blatt who died. The men fled pursued by the sheriff and deputies. The incident ties to Blatt winning a preemption suit earlier.

Millerville Wis Chris Blatt Schecker Blatt

General Sheridan shows improving condition at Nosquirr Mass

General Sheridan has had a good day with increased mental activity and greater force. His cough is not bothering him. Digestion is satisfactory. Pulse and respiration remain regular. Signed by Washington Matthews and Henry C. Yarrow.

General Sherman Nosquirr Mass

Market Reports New York Money July 18

New York money markets show Moyer-On ell at 1 1's percent with last loan at 143 and ½ percent. Mercantile paper quoted 4 2 6 ½ to 4 6% percent. Sterling exchange firm at 4.86 for 60 days bills and 4.58 for demand. Daily stock sales total 265,967 shares with Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe noted for July 18.

New York Money New Yor Moyer Mercantile Sterling Exchange

Kansas City Grain and Provisions Market Report

Kansas City grain and provisions data show bid and ask shots for July and August 63 bids with varied prices. Milling, meal, flax and dairy items listed with bulk and sack prices. Live stock notes from Kansas City and Hawaii City July 18 report receipts for cattle hogs and poultry with market strength and price ranges. Livestock summaries include cattle 4,000 receipts and hogs 6,681 receipts with price brackets, plus poultry and rations figures.

Kansas Wurat aTs America Kansas City Hawaii City Aeteencon Texas

St Louis Grain and Produce Market Report

St Louis grain and produce market notes detail bid prices for wheat No 2 red futures and cash, oats, timothy and prairie hay, butter and dairy prices, and provisions. The report lists August and September quotes, cash bids, and closing percentages alongside spot terms and responsibilities for futures contracts.

St. Lo Cloalne Timothy Provisions Park

Market Report From Loom on July 18 Shipment Totals and Price Range

Afternoon market notes show receipts of 1,809 to 1,800 shipments and fluctuating price ranges. Heavy native steers and butchers see rejection, with medium to prime packing grades around 5.70 to 5.85, while lighter grades sell from 5.65 to 5.73. Market strength and steady conditions recur across different categories with varied bids and offerings.

CaTrie

Commodity Prices and Provisions Listing

A fragment from a July issue lists various wheat, spring goods, and spring conx items with prices per unit. It includes provisions such as pork per pound, lard per cwt, eggs, and condensed cash dates for August and September values, reflecting a rural market page. The OCR shows numerous misspellings and shorthand typical of 19th or early 20th century trade notices.

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