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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1886
Page
2
Des Moines, Sept. 15. A Brooklyn Iowa mayor wired for assistance as the entire business portion of the town burns after a destructive fire. Firefighters fight to prevent spread. Local grocers are reportedly arrested on charges of selling spurious butter. A bridge collapse and anarchist threats also headline the unrest.
Curiaco Sept 15 A large excursion sails to Boston on Saturday over the Chicago Grand Trunk with 60 Pullman 40 Wagner coaches 50 passenger cars and 20 baggage cars. 5000 to 10000 fraternity members expected to rendezvous in Chicago. The Boston celebration will feature the patriarchs militant and a parade of about 70000 members.
Curiaco, Sept. 15. B Sinfield & Co., grocers, faced charges of selling spurious butter as genuine before Justice Hawkins. The firm was fined $50.
A section of the grand stand collapsed at Burnincame fair grounds sending thirty to forty people to the ground. No serious injuries reported due to the stand being low. The event features 579 entries with 178 horses and over 1200 dollars in premiums. The fair runs through the rest of the week and draws strong attendance.
Curiaco and another lawyer for the anarchists say they possess facts new to the court that, if introduced during trial, could have altered the verdict and prevented death sentences. They urge Judge Garry to grant a rehearing, warning of a possible appeal to the supreme court on information and errors.
Sept 15 Viessa Austria a suspension bridge over the Ostrawitza river in Ostraw Morava collapsed as Uhlans rode across. Soldiers and spectators on the bridge were precipitated into the river seven persons were instantly killed and many injured.
Cutcaco September 16. Rumor in police circles claims anarchist Rudolph Schnaubel, alleged bomb thrower, was located by Chicago detectives. Inquiry at Police headquarters showed officials unwilling to reveal whether they know the map or its whereabouts.
A large crowd attended the ceremony at the Lewis academy corner in Wiourra Kas with Hon. John G. Carlisle among the speakers. The institution is named for H. W. Lewis who delivered a celebrated literary speech.
In RocksLaxp Illinois on September 15 the Society of the Army of the Tennessee met General Sherman gave an address followed by General Logan and others The evening featured the annual reception of the Society
The New York court filed the assignment schedule of Lockwood and McClintock Glue Factory dated September 15. Liabilities total 296,581 with assets listed at 128,891.
East St Louis police chief Halloran sent inquiries to the county sheriff where Arthur Arbuthnot, who confessed the murder of ex mayor Bowman, is held. Frank Bowman, the murdered man’s son, will likely seek Arbuthnot’s return for personal examination. The scene is considered a crank case by authorities and observers.
Curcaco Sept 15 by unanimous vote General Managers of lines forming the western traffic association agreed on revised contract and its immediate operation. The Wabash kept right to settle balances in old and other pools. an executive committee was named and Commissioner Faithorn chosen to lead the new organization.
Sept. 15 In Pittsburg western delegates including nine from this city plan a caucus to decide a united western plan before the Richmond convention. A special train will carry the delegates to the event three to four days early. Strong figures expect Powderly for re election and a western candidate for secretary treasurer, Turner’s successor.
A 12-year-old boy and his brother drowned in a pond near Joseph Morse’s house as both boys attempted to rescue each other after cramps mid afternoon. Mrs Morse witnessed the scene, fainted, and later worsened to insanity.
A Jefferson City dispatch reports government v Thomas Rhodes of Pettis county over misappropriating Mrs. McDaniels pension. Trial has lasted all week and likely goes to the jury tomorrow morning with a strong government case and a probable conviction.
Hetchnson Kansas September 15 The inaugural Missouri Pacific train completed its run over the new extension from Wichita arriving tonight marking a milestone in regional rail service.
It is settled that John L. Sullivan and Frank Hearld will meet in Prrresvne Saturday night at the Grand Central rink. They will spar six rounds with soft gloves under Marquis of Queensbury rules to settle their differences. No police interference will occur as organizers are licensed to stage the exhibition within the law.
Minneapolis hosts the Thirteenth Annual Convention of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen of North America with Col M West presiding at the opening session. The meeting gathers delegates to discuss union affairs and railway labor concerns.
A testimonial from E. C. H. claims Parker's Tonic improved health after erysipelas. The speaker says the tonic cleansed the blood and strengthened the body, noting a cure after two years of use and endorsing the medicine highly.
A card promises a free cure for youth errors and nervous weakness with a recipe from a missionary in South America. Send a self addressed envelope to Rev. Joseph T. Inman, Station D, New York City.
Reform of bodily ills by Hoefetter's Stomach Bitters is urged as a safe wholesome remedy for enfeebled digestion, liver and kidney inaction, and nervous symptoms. It is praised as a physician approved restorative vs unpalatable mineral drugs and unsanctioned nostrums. Demand runs from coast to coast and beyond.
Tim Sheehan was arrested after tapping a fill in Jack Ryan's saloon on First street and Grand avenue and taking $7. Ryan slept in a chair at the time. Sheehan says he found the money and took it to keep it safe until Ryan woke. He faces a Recorder Northen hearing tomorrow. Also, W. S. White had a pocket picked at the fair grounds for a gold watch. James Collins, who picked J. L. Brown’s pocket, was sentenced to one year in county jail after pleading guilty.
The Denver Memphis Atlantic line reached Belle Plaine at noon marking completion of the Belle Plaine to Kingman segment and opening to traffic tomorrow. Grading advances from Kingman to Larned at about a mile daily, with ninety miles of the road currently in operation.
A heavy thunder shower halted races at the Nemeha county fair in Seneca Kansas today. Directors voted to extend the event to Saturday with the big races scheduled for Saturday afternoon. The city gathers veterans for the reunion as Governor Martin and Colonel Moonlight speak at the fair grounds in the afternoon.
Mr I B Noxon cashier of the National Bank Sing Sing N Y suffered costiveness and dyspepsia from overwork and irregular meals. After wasting time and money he began taking Brandreth's Pills two nightly for three weeks. He regained appetite and digestion and will answer inquiries about his cure.
Local retailer Weaver's lists embroidered black kid gloves for sale in a brief classified item. Items described as of interest to shoppers seeking vintage style accessories.
The general land office reports many appointees have not filed official bonds, withholding commissions. Names include Geo W. Julian and B T Ledbetter as surveyors general. registers and receivers listed across states. A circular from acting commissioner Stockslarger warns against deceptive signs by land agents and attorneys, ordering removal of such signage and reporting of offenders.
The sixth and final day at Louisville fall meeting draws a large crowd with favorable weather. Ovid wins the opening mile race, followed by Finger's victory in the Sanford stakes for two-year-olds. Taxgatherer prevails in a nine-furlong selling, Warrington takes the one-mile purse, and Hopedale edges Flora L. in the free handicap. Kansas City closing week features Lady Parish’s half-mile victory, then trotting classes with White Stockings and Light Bird among the top finishers, and two-year-olds racing for purses up to $800 with Vivian winning the mile dash.
A report notes a blind or deaf woman experiencing feverish illness with loss of taste and sores on the scalp. Medical observations describe sensory impairment and skin lesions as part of the case.
The Newport race day brought light winds and shifting skippers as Gallatea leads in the first class, with Mayflower Puritan and Galatea contesting. Boats finish possibilities linger after dark with fouls under review and final results pending.
At Johana Height Methodist camp meeting ground near Reaprne Pennsylvania incendiaries started fires in 250 frame cottages. About a dozen buildings burned and a large grove area was consumed. Fifty men and women fought the flames with buckets, and the loss is described as heavy.
In St Louis on September 18 a large music hall concert featured 2,000 public school children. Each school trained its choir under local teachers, with overall direction by Troolich, drawing praise for the well drilled voices.
Sept 18 in Sact Loxpos Earl of Dalkeith suffered an accidental gunshot during a hunting expedition. He slipped and fell, the weapon discharged striking his chest. He died within an hour.
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