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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1889
Page
2
The article surveys imperial and foreign affairs including a plan for an early extra session and notes about London and Africa. It criticizes urban governance, calls for better voter conduct, and argues taxpayers should drive reform. It comments on Johnstown disaster with calls for accountability and legal action against those responsible.
A fearful storm struck New York and Wilmending Pennsylvania with dead and missing, while fires in California caused major losses. Incidents include arson in Indiana and Wisconsin, rail incidents in Illinois, strikes at a Carnegie steel plant, and boat capsizing near Franksport. A world traveler describe a striking Washington writer, Tyler family remains interred with notable pallbearers.
A fragmented account cites John Exnex convicted of murder in 1986 near Geneva and hanged at Canedigni. It notes a Winnipeg extradition order for Martin Burke in a Uronio murder matter, while Adrian Michigan’s Farp Coxextn faces theft ties and a 8,260 dollar sum. Across seas, Port-prince tensions and Hippolyte’s army flank the scene as no battles ensue since Admiral Gherardi’s arrival. In Kansas City, Joan Chambers and John Clowseer rob Ed Hyatt’s farm, shoot Hyatt, and Chambers dies, with Chauffeur captured. Augustus Roseaborg kills Mrs Smith and her son Thomas in Sommarville, while two other children survive.
Rumors suggest Hippolyte and Legi time favor arbitration with the United States as mediator. Collisions kill and injure passengers near Claviita. The Kapel steamer lost with eleven crew. five bodies recovered from an opal pit in St Bhiene Frangs after an explosion. Port A Priuvs reports calm at Hoyt. The Dowager Empresa Frederick of Germany earns about $450,000 in income. Debates in Parliament approve a credit of 6,000,000 francs for two years of construction. A separate collision on the Paris Lyons line injures many. Egypt reports Abu Simbel occupation and clashes with dervishes. casualties and prisoner arrivals noted.
Jurgesson Daria receives offer from northern publisher to write a satirical piece on the Confederate states. Hayti Ay mobilizes women and strengthens defenses. Busry reports weak week results, with 209, 204, and 240 figures compared to 1843. Tru Otis Iron and Steel Co of Cleveland sold to a London syndicate for 84.6 million. stock offered in London. A new $20 million venture will be organized under New York law, with Mr. Rnat of Michigan as president and English capital backing $5 million in stock. A Scandinavian inventor proposes a universal language, claiming ease for speakers of major European tongues.
In Washington Secretary Blaine reads papers and attends morning duties at ten. Aboard the Frevob steamer La Bretagne are Persian Minister Hadji Haaran Ghooly Khan and private secretary Mirza Mahmond Knaoard Abo Al Khan en route to the capital. Courts reiterate that a soldier remains liable for charges incurred after enlistment. President appoints judges and agents for Utah, Oregon, and other territories, with Phila district collectors named. Electric power failures cause outages and injuries during a fierce storm. several firemen and residents suffer from shock and electrocution as wires fall. Market and commodity notes cover Milwaukee wheat, Chicago grains, and livestock, plus sparse price movement. The piece closes with neutral medical guidance praising a tonic for constipation and liver function amid broader war chatter.
A catastrophic flood across Cayadatte Creek area leaves multiple deaths and missing persons. Rescuers search along the stream using ropes. several bodies recovered near Johnstown and Gloverville. Bridges and mills are destroyed, with extensive property damage and widespread inundation reported.
A severe storm swept across the northern county section, flooding Gray Tree and Loyal Hanna regions. Crops wheat hay oats were lost. bridges and tracks were washed away. multiple structures near Crabtrew to Saliaburg were destroyed. President appointment Horace A Taylor named railroad commissioner, overseeing railroads aided by government funds and tariffs. The Birmingham Goulner denounces President Harrison’s treatment of African Americans, urging recognition of rights.
Reports filed in New York reveal Washburn-Cronby Inc capitalized at 500000 and controlling the Washburne mills with a daily capacity of 6800 barrels, amid rumors of Senator Washburn’s bankruptcy and a key reorganization. Separately Mark Twain’s quips and Clemens family anecdotes color a curious New York feature on public figures and literary fame.
In an interior New York town a campaign stop ends with a heckler admitting the orator’s words were improvised yet convincing. The speaker, Depew, faces a cautious admirer who praises the talk as the wittiest lie he ever heard and vows to vote accordingly, having sought written notes but found none.
The piece blends a eulogy for a hired girl in an Iowa city with a long anecdote about a Boston cultured cowboy on the prairie. It notes her years of service to two families and her mastery of a large household, then shifts to a Hawke-like tale of mistaken violence on the plains and the remorseful reflection that follows.
A satirical piece from a Washington Critic page railing against snorers and marriage strain. It muses that a remedy for snoring exists in a bitter quip about waking partners and notes unrelated local mishaps including a buggy accident and a purported county discovery denied by Chicago police.
Paul, cashier of the Pacific Express, failed to appear and locks were broken into his rooms. Valuables missing and authorities suspect a theft of about $45,000 to $50,000. Paul left Saturday evening saying he felt unwell and has not been seen since. Company officials are handling the matter quietly while investigating the break in and suspected internal access.
In Bexvipray New Jersey Michael Bolak was hanged in jail at 10:52 AM after a robbery murder. He proclaimed his innocence and gave a confession just before death. In Esville Oregon Gilman, after threats of lynching, admitted to a double murder of Mrs Matenhover and her child and other killings.
Distrust mounts as anti territorial factions threaten to disrupt the Comiaz Memorial Convention in Guthoria. If opposition fails to halt proceedings, expect possible forcible obstruction and broader unrest across the territory. Wisconsin names granted with a raft of individuals listed for origins.
A New York Tribune tale recounts Nan, famed for sharp wit and poor judgment, who lived in a small house near a stalled train. A doctor criticizes her quick tamper and misjudgments as the engine barrels through, ultimately toppling a nurse’s chair and sparking a chorus of laughter. The narrative centers on Nan’s stubborn resilience and the mysterious limits of her discretion.
A fragmented column surveys political ideas and social customs, including mentions of the Australian voting system, German greetings and sneezing etiquette, and anecdotes about Andrew Jackson, Nellie, and charity acts in New York. It blends speculative political talk with assorted historical tales and domestic vignettes.
A selection of local notes recounts a Chinese influence critique in California papers and a rattlesnake incident near Dennison Texas. A father recounts how his daughter Sallie was bitten but survived after her father killed the rattlesnake and treated the wound. Another Detroit Free Press quip tells of a man chasing a misread stolen wagon with his wife on the Detroit square.
The excerpt discusses a growing nationwide awakening to common concerns among both white and black citizens, urging awareness of civic issues highlighted by the census and political climate. It cites James G. Haywood and others, notes race and class tensions, and mentions moral scrutiny of advertising and public life.
A distorted Manila style report recounts a day on Broadway with a handful of people and a chaotic scene as crowds react to a jet black group and a wandering performer. It references tabloid mood and mixed chatter about labor and entertainment amid a broader notice about the Great Sioux Reservation negotiation and rail prospects.
John Markey proprietor of a picture frame establishment and James Daley a steam alcor were arrested this morn ing on charges of receiving stolen property. They are alleged to be in custody for involvement with three items. Lester Thomas was arrested Sunday for stealing from a house at 522 River Street. It is now believed the Corcoran art gallery or another American art repository may secure Mislet's Angelus as the government plot moves forward.
July 15 the chamber of deputies voted 481 to 14 to approve a bill providing an addition of 64,000,000 lira for the construction of warships. The approval clears funds for naval expansion and arms procurement as part of the state budget.
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