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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1890
Page
2
A fragmented European scene shows royalists and reformists clashing across courts and streets. Reports describe political unrest in Britain and Spain with ministerial shakeups, public agitation, and fears of a broader upheaval as monarchies confront challenges to legitimacy and future governance. The piece highlights the fragile balance of power and calls for prudent measures to restore order while avoiding further crises.
Reports from Win nippor and surrounding areas describe a spreading epidemic related to wheat contamination and safety alarms. Officials warn of potential fatal cases linked to the outbreak while New York City studies seek its cause.
Fragmented OCR describes a complex event with numerous names and places, mentioning death, legal action, and a US marshal plan. It references suspects or defendants such as Mrs Wilhird and Behe Hoan, mentions a Reckoning with trials, and notes a federal marshal deployment soon. The text is garbled and difficult to parse for precise facts.
A sprawling 19th century style transcript shows United States Senate and House proceedings with fierce debates over civil rights, treasury finances, and wartime policy. Key figures like Windlehorst and Kilpatrick appear amid bills on army matters, river improvements, and public works. The record notes adjournments and legislative maneuvering, including amendments to fiscal appropriations and proposals on the treatment of seized goods during wartime.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a local event with names and places distorted. It references houses, a council or committee, and a public gathering related to animals or a public project. The readable segments suggest an unsettled, late 19th or early 20th century local item with unclear specifics.
A garbled clipping details a confession to railway wrecking linked to Newlin and Gina with Sheriff and Austin present. It notes court dates, a guilty plea by Gina, and Newlin’s examination, plus mentions a Midleton Delaware farmer family of 14 children and a school run on the farm. The piece also touches on a Norfolk parish telephone tale, European peace notions, and assorted medical and historical notes with speculative figures and oddities.
A massive explosion damaged a forge in a city near Freville causing multiple deaths and injuries. The blast shattered buildings as crowds gathered, while authorities investigated the cause and transported the injured to local hospitals. Conflicting reports noted a power line and snow melt affecting river levels.
The piece recounts Wisconsin figures urging federal appointments this week, noting shifts in cabinet plans and a pension agent and district attorney nomination may follow. It mentions gratitude to Mr and Mrs Blain and references Senator Beye and the Treasury department, with a focus on centralizing and reforming leasing systems.
The narrator tours Cape Haytien and Port Rivolet recalling a once rich and cultured Caribbean mainland city now in ruins. He describes ruined arches, vines, and a shifting landscape while reflecting on a vibrant past when Bonaparte and British forces touched the place. He contrasts grand seafaring life with present desolation and laments vanished wealth and status.
From Harper's Magazine summary of a Russian Army report on Turkomens character and customs. It contrasts critiques of natural religion with admiration for Turkmen bravery, honesty, and loyalty to Russia, noting slave trade abolition in Khiva and Turkmen militarization. It includes vivid depictions of Turkmen horse culture and endurance.
A rumor spread yesterday that the Pope had died, but reports say his health remains good and he is receiving several prominent prelates. Separately, about 600 Indigenous people on the St Peters reservation near Winnipeg are afflicted with influenza, with some deaths reported.
The report chronicles J. G. Jolson, a prolific forger known as a genius in his craft, whose scams ranged from forged farm notes to grander schemes. He evaded capture through elaborate ruses, used forged signatures to dupe bankers, endured jail escapes, and faced a lengthy pursuit across Tennessee and Kentucky. The piece details his bonds, the audacious notes, and the ongoing chase, ending with further pursuit and anticipated trial.
A quirky portrait of a remarkable man, Te Prawls, detailing his unusual method of moving by crawling on his digits. The piece notes his strength, endurance, and varied tasks from farm work to trapping, including hauling game and crossing streams. It highlights his robust build, youthful agility, beagle hounds, and frugal lifestyle.
A fractured 19th century report claims Barnwell County South Carolina blacks resolved to emigrate after a “hatuhery.” Ex Governor Tyga ml’s reaction and Governor Fowl’s cautious stance are noted. Projections suggest thousands may relocate to Arkansas Mississippi or nearby states in the coming weeks amid unrest and rumors of anticipated carloads.
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