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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1890
Page
2
OCR fragments reference Marshfield Wisconsin items, political notes, a dubious legal case, and crop yields. Names and places are garbled. readable portions mention Virginia crop figures, English farming, and a duel with a critic, with scattered references to railways and public affairs.
A chaotic update of global events includes a railroad strike on the Chicago and Hastern Illinois line at Terra House, a St Louis water power plant sale to an English syndicate for 1 million, and Berlin hosting over 2,000 foreign doctors at Koch's consumptive cure study. Reports mention a found long missing Charley Rose in Massachusetts, a UK departure of German war squadron to New York, a large timber fire in the western mountains, labor strikes and wage demands in various sectors, and a tragic ship collision near Copenhagen with several drownings. The article weaves in stock numbers, insurance notices, and political tensions across Europe and America, reflecting a volatile, interconnected world.
A garbled report outlines proposed global railway fare reforms led by Austrians and James in Hungary, noting American parallels with higher average fares. It mentions profitable fare structures, travel patterns, and broader labor impacts. Separate items recount a college explosion near Holton, fatal casualties in Salvador, Aleppo crimes, and shipping disasters, with geopolitical shifts and recent Italian election results.
A chaotic report details a spate of accidents including drownings, horses injuring riders, and multiple fatal explosions in New York City and surrounding areas. It notes casualties, destroyed buildings, and widespread damage to river towns and transportation hubs, with emergency responses and long-term repair impacts.
The article lists actions and appointments including the supreme court of the United States and a series of federal posts. It notes the currency controller and post office finances with monthly and yearly totals. It cites a projected fiscal year deficit near 288 million and pension-related needs around 150 million.
A sprawling, garbled report outlines multiple arrests and alleged schemes. It cites Sam the farger in New York, Cuancas Tuacsé and Charles Torti in New Orleans, and numerous frauds, embezzlements, and killings affecting diverse figures from Chief Hur to business leaders. Names and places appear inconsistently, but the piece ties thefts of vast sums, brokerages, and a fatal student case to a wide network, with mentions of arrests in Philadelphia, Chicago, and Cheyenne and a planned trial for several suspects.
A British-era newspaper excerpt recounts a young journalist famed writer Kipling after a party in India. Rumors linger on a romance with a friend's wife, later tracing his rise in English letters and a swift move from India to London. The tale notes health issues and a recent death of the journalist's friend's husband, with gossip about a forthcoming chapter in his story.
Two daughters of Nela Devair broke through the toe at Dismir lake today am.
A lengthy document discusses congressional and lodge election measures, praising proposals, and detailing governmental relations at home and abroad. It cites parliamentary processes, commissions, and recommendations, noting financial appropriations, diplomatic ties, and the role of the United States in shaping foreign and domestic policy during the period. The text covers authentication of naturalization, postmaster practices, and administrative reforms impacting governance and civil service.
The Postmaster General reports progress in postal methods, delivery efficiency, and expanded services, noting cost increases and a push to modernize operations. It highlights improved sorting, transportation, and a renewed focus on public administration and anti lottery measures within the department.
The article reviews the year 1899 and early 1900s trade data, noting improved balances in favor of the country, rising bank clearings, and overall employment gains. It discusses reciprocal trade aims, tariff policy, and the push for international trade agreements to boost farm products, textiles, and manufactured goods while maintaining domestic employment and prices. It highlights concerns over foreign competition and the need for coordinated policy to sustain export growth and wage stability for workers.
A long tract covers Congress debates on regulation and tariffs tied to import duties and commerce, plus water use, irrigation and reservoir rules. It urges prompt action, cites election law reforms, judicial oversight, and equal rights, noting security and enforcement concerns.
Burglars entered the T. Thompaxon store in Indepandene last night and carried off about $200 in gold watches chains lockets and elk handkerchiefs. No clue to the perpetrators. A fire at a nearby dwelling in Haronrood is mentioned with a fatal outcome for a husband and wife.
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