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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1889
Page
2
The text surveys debates on abolition in Zanzibar and U.S. policy, then shifts to labor movements in London and New York. It notes a push to remove Gen Grant to Arlington, discusses hangings and crime cases, and critiques medical theories while referencing doctors and patient outcomes.
In Uupinville Kentucky a sale of 1,002 hagwheads of rolugue valued over 100,000 was auctioned. A Chicago man seeks rich rolamg froge for the market. Japanese writer TeXup from Ron Arbor plans a study on Acceri ong jleual iantiutigua for Late Papenene LoveTw Mosh. Population figures mix with historic numbers as Cattlemen discuss divestment. Tramps arrested at Moberly Missouri face public auction, three sold for 28 and one for 74 cents. others find none of value.
Wreck reports from the Santa Bu Road at Kinemaa indicate twelve injured with only two out of danger. A string of disasters: a Monoblious poisoning incident in California. a factory explosion in South Dowande Pa killed five and left others badly hurt. the Union Carriage company plant burned with losses estimated at 100000 and ponad 40000 in stockholders’ losses.
A garbled 19th century style report describes labor strikes in London with 130000 idle workers, military engineers sent to Crete to inspect fortifications, and global notes including Paris and New York events. It mentions a Western Union telegraphan in Omaha and a transatlantic voyage record of a few days with varying daily progress. The overall tone blends conflated international scenes with cryptic details and weather notes.
Washington dispatches report delays in naval programs and a Philadelphia launch at Cransp’s works. President appoints Samuel W. Toralingon postmaster at Longport, Indiana. Strikes reach 160,000 with firm resolve. A chamber member and seventy eight others face resignations. Telegraph cables cite grain market activity and Hippolyte’s forces, with US consul reports orders amid tensions. details remain fragmentary.
Multiple reports describe a holdup three miles south of Balissdy Wis as two men Nelson and Miller were stopped by a highwayman who demanded cash. A pistol discharged during the confrontation. one robber was seen retreating as the buggy occupants fired a warning shot. The outcome remains unclear and no suspects are identified.
The Grand Army parade drew tens of thousands of veterans and spectators through Chicago streets. Reports estimate 15 000 veterans visible among 250 000 attendees with 20 000 to 36 000 veterans marching in line behind banners, bands, and cheering crowds as the parade moved from Jefferson and Wisconsin to the reviewing stand.
General Sherman and a host of officers rode in review as thousands cheered. Delegations from Lylae, Allegheny, and Vermonters displayed banners, flowers, and distinctive regalia. Veterans from Nebraska and Kansas bore symbols of mourning for General Davis, while other posts showcased eagles, quilts, and quirky regalia. Only one parade failed to match Columbus camps in numbers, due to Ohio posts traveling in force.
Court opened at 9 30 with guards and spectators as six men accused of murdering Dr Grenin entered the room. Lawyers argued for separate trials while Judge McConnell reserved decision for Wednesday. proceedings also noted the passing of Mrs Amelia Footes and various local incidents and notices.
A vast crowd gathered at Jane Park on Thursday for a naval battle reenactment. Ships, mortars, and rockets opened fire as wind shifted smoke, creating a dramatic scene along the bay. Spectators watched from shore and boats, noting the blaze of lights, explosions, and the synchronized maneuvers of vessels and crews.
A chaotic 19th century scene unfolds with naval combat near a breakwater as artillery and mortars explode. Infantry advance, rockets fire, and a repulsed assault yields heavy fire and cheers aboard the ships. Across the South, racial tensions erupt with trains and crowds turning violent in New Orleans and Greenwood, prompting governors to move troops and arm forces amid scattered shootings and evacuations.
General Alger was elected supreme commander of the Grand Army of the Republic in a late night session amid surprise and strong support. The nomination motion passed amid a packed gallery as speeches praised past service and military records, with speakers honoring several notable officers.
Morris Root formerly of DePere accidentally killed Kimestt while hunting near Waneedsh Michigan. The New Lisbon News published by B H Dupo has been disrupted for lack of data.
A chaotic year end scene describes a fire light work incident with injuries near a warehouse and a death linked to a labor strike involving the East River Electric Light Company. A separate report notes a woman’s murder, a boy’s assault arrest in Oshkosh, a chair of medical staff at Bellevue Hospital, a boy’s choking death, and a king’s cancer scare.
Reported disaster near Barker, with many presumed dead or missing after an explosion or attack near the Zegles house causing evacuation toward the valley. Separate item notes a Bohoyitsi valley industrial boom with rolling mills, tuby mills and foundry resuming work after delays, employing about 2,000 workers and 1,000 others across mills in operation. Also mentions a market note from Milchvalite with provisions price.
Three Hammond, Emons, and Avurns were arrested Friday night charged with robbery and attempted murder of Patrick and James Maevoy. They were rushed to Mauston Saturday to avoid violence. Patrick Maevoy was severely bruised. another brother lost money and saw mules taken beforehand.
John Timm, a worker at Howard's mill in Mexasua Wisconsin, was injured when oiling machinery in the basement led to his leg being drawn into a cog wheel. A heavy timber pinned him, delaying rescue for about an hour. Doctors fear the leg may be amputated.
Report from California and Nevada details two robberies targeting bank assets. A stage running from Brodie Hawthorne, Nev, was halted by armed men demanding tremaine and netting about $700. Early morning near Foxreat Hill a separate incident yielded around $100 from a treasury box.
A convention began at the Wyoming capital to draft a constitution for a proposed new state. The meeting focused on outlining the framework for state governance and the path to potential statehood, with delegates examining legal structures and regional representation.
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