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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1886
Page
1
The Harrisburg Patriot cites the Alpha of Civil Service Reform urging to turn the rascals out. The Greenbackers plan a Harrisburg convention the same day as the Democratic gathering. The Second Comptroller warns twelve Washington clerks their services end June 30.
Westmoreland Democratic Convention nominated Latta for Congress last Friday over Boyle on the second ballot, a result that drew strong discontent from Boyle's supporters.
An audience of 10 000 heard a leading city band perform sacred music in Fairmount Park Philadelphia last Sabbath marking the first Sunday concert of the season.
Republican conventions in Huntingdon Bedford Montgomery and York counties Tuesday instructed delegates to back Beaver for Governor. The scene suggests Beaver may sweep the race.
The Maine state convention nominated J. C. Bodwell by 882 votes to 201 for Dr. A. C. Hamlin, signaling Blaine's influence in Maine and provoking critique of his attitude toward soldiers. The piece cites 1888 as a future political target and condemns mudslinging as elitist and unpopular.
The widow of General Hancock has moved from Governor's Island after her nephew Lieutenant Griffin shipped to Washington. Rumors say she has not received $40 000 raised by admirers for destitute widow’s benefit. Centre County prohibitionists plan a June 22 1886 convention at Bellefonte Y M C A to elect delegates for the Harrisburg State Convention and possibly form a county ticket to oppose liquor traffic.
Bavaria's king Ludwig II, deemed insane, committed suicide by leaping into Starnberg Lake on June 13. His physician Dr. Gludden died attempting to rescue him. Otto I ascends as king. Regent to be Prince Luitpold. Also notes U S reaction to Turkey Sultan wedding gift to Mrs. Cleveland and presidential rejection.
The Phila Times reports Charles B Wolfe of Lewisburg Union County will be nominated by Prohibitionists for Governor. Party leaders expect strong cross party support and a larger vote, hoping Wolfe can attract independents and siphon votes from both major parties.
The Williamsport Kindling Wood Factory on Locust Street burned completely Friday night. A man fell from a roof while throwing water and suffered serious injuries.
The brick factory of C A Derney and Co in Allentown burned this afternoon destroying machinery tools for about 100 workers and much lumber and unfinished furniture. Loss placed at 35000 with 4000 insured. Separately the American Nurserymen National Association plans its Washington convention opening Wednesday at 10 am with President Commissioner Coleman delivering the address.
Samuel B. Downey, captain of the Lancaster Bicycle Club, rode from Lancaster to Philadelphia and back, covering 136 miles. He left at 5 30 a.m. and returned at 11 45 p.m., spending 3 3 4 hours in Philadelphia.
In Burnt Cabins Fulton County the H W King store was blown up with dynamite last night. The blast shattered the town shaking it from center to circumference. Citizens appeared on the streets in a semi nude state as the author of the outrage remained unknown.
New Westminster June 15 Vancouver is in ashes after a massive blaze. Not half a dozen houses survive of about five hundred. Ten bodies recovered with many missing. In one hour the fire destroyed the area and only a clean sweep left in its wake.
Samuel Jackson former Warden accuses hospital management of neglect and a corrupt ring. Governor Pattison orders investigation after his affidavit cites delayed treatment, five hour operating table wait, and excessive morphia use. Reports urge reform amid Belfast riots and local notices for land sales and property auctions.
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