21 Jun 1890
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Newspaper
Monmouth Review
Location
Monmouth, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1890
Page
1
In a surprising turn, Reed leads a decisive move securing a notable Democratic win over the Speaker. The outcome signals a shift in control dynamics within the party and suggests rising influence for Reed among party leaders.
In Congress on June 21 Democrats and Republicans clashed over Speaker Reed’s reference of the Senate silver bill to the coinage committee. Mills Tex urged striking the reference from the journal. the House defeated that move 120 to 110 then 121 to 117 on different votes. Final tally showed 120 yeas 118 nays after late changes by McKinley and others amid partisan cheers and jeers.
The Park National Bank was taken possession of by Bank Examiner J. S. Sturgess and its doors closed. Liabilities are estimated at $200,000 due to involvement in funding Williams & Co. for a Fort Sheridan contract. President Charles P. Packer calls the move surprising, insists the bank is sound, and capable of paying in full.
Felso Mislye in Hungary was wiped out by a gale driven fire when locomotive sparks ignited a thatched roof. In thirty minutes the village burned. ten elderly residents died, fifty were injured, several children missing, and the remaining residents left penniless.
Telegraph indicates New York City may see a rough census result between 1 600 000 and 1 700 000, with Supervisor Murray planning to release a Saturday afternoon estimate. Other dispatches report Mount Shasta area disturbances, widespread strikes easing, a fatal fire in New Rochelle, German factory explosions, and a denied change of venue in a fraud case.
Weather teams log additional storm activity in multiple states, detailing renewed rainfall and strong winds. Forecasters warn of potential flooding and urge residents to secure outdoor belongings and monitor local advisories.
A late June cyclone and cloud burst near Appomattox Potter County SD report eleven dead with three fatally injured and five Werger and McElroy family losses. The storm floodwaters surge Little Cheyenne river and sweep away homes. Other cities report heavy rains and damaged bridges, sewers, and buildings with multiple fatalities and extensive crop losses nationwide.
The narrative covers several weddings including Miss Harriet Berks of Mendota to G E Shields of Monmouth in a detailed ceremony with ushers and a floral setting. Other couples Texanna Huston and Hubert Fowler wed in Monmouth, and F K Babcock of Omaha married Bertha Weingarten of Mankato in quiet May ceremonies with receptions and future home plans.
Jersey blouses to close out at cost with limited assortment. Call early before stock is gone.
Walter Huston and wife transfer part of lots 9 and 10 block 1 College addition to Monmouth for 400 dollars. Alice D Stewart transfers lot 2 block 4 Martins addition to Little York for 800 dollars. N O Tate and wife transfer parts of blocks 16 and 17 Swan Creek to Luella Nicholas for 800 dollars. Horace H Baxter and wife transfer parts of sections 6 and 19 Ellison to Elmira Baxter for 700 dollars. Nels J Meelin transfers lot 7 block 11 Wood and Carrs addition to Monmouth for 1775 dollars.
Mrs. Altha Herrington of Altona Michigan reports five years of sciatic rheumatism with bed confinement and no relief from doctors. After taking Hibbard's Rheumatic Syrup she believes a permanent cure is near as it improved liver kidney and digestive function. She recommends the medicine and cites Detroit manufactured product sold by Spriggs & South Dunbar.
Miss Maud Carmer and Master Fred visit Monmouth relatives in Roseville. A large crowd entertained at the Commercial house by United Workmen. Livery changes as Joe Hanks buys west stalls. Library adds new books, association meets, and readings noted. Epworth League convention in Galesburg District scheduled with over two hundred delegates. program lists speakers and activities across Tuesday to Wednesday.
A Baltimore & Ohio accident near Childs Cecil County early yesterday killed two trainmen, Charles Ackenheil and John McNamara, and injured several passengers including Bishop J J Keane and John Richards. The main rods on the locomotive broke causing the fatal crash and derailment.
Ottawas lose 2 1 at Monmouth after errors and strong hitting. In a tight league race Monmouth moves to first while Ottawa drops to second tied with Ottumwa. Details show Inks and Clausen pitching, Sanford and Spare key hitters, and late eighth inning miscues shaping the outcome.
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