Banker Found Dead After Suspected Trouble at Ward’s Bank
William Wallace Ward of Ward’s Private Bank Forestville New York was found dead Monday by his son Prink Ward behind his vault door with a bullet wound. For over a week suspicions rose as market seeks and deposit totals ranging from 60 000 to 150 000. Ward attended church Sunday then disappeared Monday morning and never was seen again.
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Corn as German beer fuel eyed by Nebraska brewer
Senator Mattes of Nebraska City is named a special agent for the Department of Agriculture to visit Europe and promote American corn as a substitute for malt in German breweries. He follows G Frank Dewey and will argue that corn grit, or brewers meal, can boost U S exports as Germany churns 35 to 40 trillion barrels of beer annually.
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Secret meeting of Bolting Presbyterians in New York
A large secret conclave of bolting Presbyterians met in New York to protest the Presbyterian General Assembly action suspending Dr Briggs. The gathering united Briggs supporters and policy backers, with clergymen from several states in attendance and active participation by Francis Privo and Thomas Wastings.
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Seventeen Year Locusts to Appear This Season in North States
A Washington correspondent reports a swarm of seventeen year locusts may emerge this season across northern states. The Agriculture Department is sending out circulars to assess the extent of the infestation. Twenty two known broods recur every 17 years, with one brood observed since 1715, predicting a possible appearance in 3045. A dramatic crowd at the World's Fair drew 274,917 visitors, the Midway placers fearing an insect outbreak amid a record display of works. The Bimetallic League calls for a Chicago convention denouncing silver demonetization and urging parity for gold and silver. Robert P. Jo ner resigns as Census Superintendent. census work nearly complete. Treasury reports year receipts around 65 million with expenditures near 484 million, leaving a surplus. A major fire at Joseph & Co. department store in Chicago caused extensive damage.
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Wheat Dives to Record Lows on Board of Trade
Wheat prices hit unheard lows on Thursday with July near 62.5 cents and September 68.5 cents in Chicago trades. Explanations ranged from silver agitation to crop expectations, with 11 million of 16 million bushels stored as hard Northern varieties fetching a premium, while the rest were market‑grade skin wheat.
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Cleveland Calls Congress for Extra Session on Financial Crisis
President Cleveland proclaims an extraordinary session of Congress to meet August 7 at the Capitol to address the nation’s perilous financial condition and enact relief measures. The proclamation urges all Fifty-Third Congress members to attend. Also notes appeals for aid to striking Cherokee district miners and lists Ohio Prohibition Party nominees.
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Silver Mines Close as Denver Group Acts
Silver mining leaders meeting in Denver issued resolutions to halt operations in Colorado mines including Ameriera and other silver properties. James K Grant of Omaha and Grant smelters stated the move makes further purchases unaffordable. Miners across the state declare losses and will shut down many ore properties effective immediately.
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Survivors Arrive in Malta From Victoria Disaster
Dispatch from Tripoli reports the Victoria disaster due to an error in maneuver when columns were too close. Vice Admiral Tryon reportedly responsible. Edgar and Phaeton of the British Mediterranean Squadron bring surviving officers and crew to Malta amid frenzied crowds awaiting news and details of the tragedy.
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Silver Drops Sharply on London and New York Markets
New York and London markets show a sharp fall in silver prices amid cautious trading. Brokers refrain from active buying as the white metal declines and domestic stocks slip on the opening of trading.
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No More Presidential Appointments Before Congress
The President said no further appointments will be considered except for offices already under review, due to focus on financial matters. He may call Congress together before September but has not decided on immediate action. In other items, Ellan Pollock wins 37,500 damages. a lightning blaze devastates five miles of prairie in Hodgeman County. and National League standings show tight race. Additional notes report a will dispute in Terre Haute, a quip from Governor Altgold about critics, a near-accident on a Baltimore line, a theft case in Scranton, and embezzlement sentencing for John J. Lamb.
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Frightful World’s Fair thefts alarm Indianapolis
A report details robberies during visitors’ stay at the World’s Fair in Chicago, with more than a dozen houses entered in daylight. Thieves ransacked rooms, smashed trunks, and carried away silverware and bric a brac as police investigated. The item notes broader trade concerns and currency shifts, plus a brief legal note on appeal rights for a Chinaman under the Geary law. Also mentions a court case, a Cherokee strip opening, and various local incidents.
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Congress Is Called Extra Session In August 7 Proclamation
President Cleveland acts to convene Congress in extraordinary session on August 7 amid a volatile financial outlook. Cabinet discussions span hours as officials emphasize secrecy and swift response to India’s policy shift and mounting market anxiety.
Widespread Wheat Theft Allegations Hit Northwest Warehouses
Reports from Minneapolis claim an indeterminate quantity of wheat, possibly up to 2,000,000 bushels, was secretly shipped from the region, leaving warehouse holders with nothing to show. The piece alleges some Northwest warehousemen sell grain before receipts are settled, creating shortages when owners demand delivery.
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Habilities of Sheldon & Co. Assets cited in New York firm
Sriders reports the Habilities of Sheldon and Co of New York total up to 360000 while assets fall short of 150000. Gottlieb Mueller shot himself in St Louis leaving a note that life was tired and a man would find 82.30 on him. Andy Muldoon, a well known shooter, hauled 200 quarts of glycerine to Guffey Station. Geneeen was overturned with no remains of horse or man but scraps.
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Cincinnati Jackson and Mackinay Railway Card
The Cincinnati Jackson and Mackinay Railway operates daily except Sundays. Connecting railway with other lines. Describes stations and fares. General freight and passenger agent T. C. M. Schindler and Marshall local agent B. Mize listed.
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Lake Route to the World's Far via Mackinac
Two new steel steamboats costing 300000 each join the Detroit Cleveland Steam Navigation Co fleet. They promise grand, safe, fast service with 4 mph speed and under 40 hours Cleveland to Chicago. Weekly trips connect Toledo Detroit Alpena Mackinac Petoskey and Chicago with daily Detroit Cleveland runs in July August.
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