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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1896

Page

8

Notified nominees honored by sound money Democrats in Louisville

Thousands of sound money Democrats gathered at the Louisville Auditorium to honor the Indianapolis convention nominees Senator John McAuley Palmer and General Simon Buckner. Messages from President Cleveland and Secretary Carlisle were read, praising the party and urging unity amid currency debates.

Cleveland Carlistle Indianapolis Louisville Donelson Caffery John McAuley Palmer America Gen. Palmer Gen. Buckner Col. Fellows Senator Caffery Zachariah Phelps Bynum Carlisle Buzzard's Bay Mass W. D. Bynum Olain Grover Cleveland Washington J. G Carlisle Falmer Byrns Caffrey Louisiana Palmer Gov Buckner Jefferson Jackson Union Jinois United States

Gold Imports Rise as Paris Brings 200000 from Southampton

The steamship Paris arrived from Southampton with $200,000 in gold for Ladenburg Thalmann & Co, adding to a total of $28,474,050 imported. Lazard Freres plans a $500,000 gold shipment, lifting their known commitments to $10,250,000. Telegraphed currency transfers to New Orleans reached $200,000 by noon Saturday, with Ladenburg Thalmann & Co depositing $100,000 gold for transfer. Last week’s currency shipments to the south and west surpassed any prior week since the move began, and the subtreasury sent nearly $2,000,000.

New York Paris Southampton Ladenburg, Thalmann & Co Lazard Freres Europe New Orleans

Massacre Rumor Targets Armenians in Constantinople

The Plymouth Mercury reports reliable info that Armenians remaining in Constantinople face a planned massacre within ten days to two weeks. It alleges deportees have been murdered wholesale with ships equipped with chutes to drown victims at sea.

London The Plymouth Mercury Constantinople

Judge Imposes Fines on Louisville Mayor and Aldermen

Judge Toney fines Mayor Todd 30 and 12 aldermen 15 each for defying an injunction delaying impeachment against the Board of Public Safety. He lectures the group, sparing jail as records show impeachment actions were expelled. Leatheren’s fine is remitted for not voting to impeach. The rest replevined fines and posted bond.

Louisville Toney Todd Board of Aldermen Board of Public Safety Mayne Leatheren Board of Safety

Judge Reynolds Leaves Washington for Rest at Bedford

Assistant interior secretary Judge John M. Reynolds departs Washington for home in Bedford Pennsylvania to recuperate after prolonged official duties. He has served as acting secretary during Hoke Smith and Sims absences and plans to return after a rest and continued support for sound money.

Washington John M. Reynolds Bedford

Rural Georgia lynching after assault

In Dublin Georgia on September 14 a white woman Mrs Monroe Johnson was assaulted by a Black man Shey Kinsey. A posse captured Kinsey near Lovett ten miles away and riddled him with bullets, leaving his body at the scene.

Dublin Monroe Johnson Shey Kinsey Lovett Kinsey

Farmer George S Stickelberger Kills Wife in Davenport

Davenport Iowa Sept 14 George S Stickelberger a 60 year old farmer and long time county resident shot and killed his wife. An application was filed recently to appoint a guardian for him due to excessive drinking and incapacity to manage his farm.

Davenport George S. Stickelberger

Open Letter to Chicago Workingmen on W J Bryan

Thomas B. Bryan writes to Chicago workers criticizing W J Bryan’s silver policy and money ideas. He argues Bryan pursues ambition, mocks free coinage, and warns of economic harm to labor and miners if enacted. He urges steadiness and calls Bryan’s plans unstable, urging voters to choose a reliable, principled leadership.

Thomas B.bryan Chicago

Pat the Irishman Outwits a Tailor Over Half Price

A London tale depicts Pat arriving from the Emerald Isle and buying a suit labeled half price. He pays eight shillings and is asked for more, arguing he already paid half the 16 shillings. A scuffle leads to court, where the magistrate dismisses the complaint and warns against half price tickets.

Pat London Herald Isle Ile Bo Tat Lurper

High Heels Return in Fashionable Shoes Trend

The Chicago Times-Herald notes revived high heel styles in brocaded silk shoes with large buckles, while low dance shoes show beaded straps and gilt fronts. It highlights satin and lace beaded options, black lace kid designs, and the new high cut skating boots for ankle support.

Chicago Times-Herald

Denver bluff over silver dollars in 30 day offer

The Denver Republican claims 00 cents per million silver dollars for 30 days and warns that the parity of gold and silver makes every silver dollar costly for Denver. It notes Uncle Sam would cover transportation as needed. A Chicago article cites a British army composition from a Military Gazette.

Denver Republican Denver Bryan Sam Washington United States Chicago

Maine Votes Sees Powers Win Big Governor Race

Maine election returns show Republican Powers winning the governorship by a large margin, with county officials and congressmen also favoring Republicans. Democrats face reduced representation in the legislature, and Sewall may exit the national ticket amid shifting party lines.

Portland Powers William Henry Cliford Llewelyn Fowers Houston Melvin P. Frank Amimi Ladd Calais Luther C. Bateman Auburn Milliken Boutelle House Senate Sewall Maine Ilurold Sewall Bath Arthur Sewall Hind

Quarantine Orders on Cuban Vessels and Perkons

Surgeon General Wyman directs quarantine officers and customs collectors to apply strict quarantine on all ships and persons arriving from Cuban ports. The spread of yellow fever and smallpox in Cuba raises southern port concerns, prompting enhanced health measures on Georgia and Florida coasts.

Cuba Washington Wyman Marine Hospital Service Georgia Florida United States Cuban

Monte Tabor Wreck Tragedy Off Highland Light

The Italian bark Monte Tabor from Trapani bound for Boston wrecked on Peaked Hill bar at midnight. Captain Louis Generic and the mate reportedly killed themselves by cutting their throats to avoid drowning as three crewmen drowned. Seven survivors reached shore aboard the vessel’s deckhouse. Separately in Seattle, provincial banks in British Columbia would not accept United States currency at a discount, while gold and Canadian currency exchanged with discounts.

Highland Light Mass Monte Tabor Trapar Boston Peaked Hill Bar Louis Generic Seattle Wash British Columbia Victoria Vancouver New Westminster United States Seattle

Indian hold up attempt at Big Jim's Crossing reported

Six Indians rode into Guthrie's Little River agency Sunday night firing over 100 shots. Agent Gillian was wounded in the confrontation. A posse pursued the attackers ten miles, the six men killed.

Guthrie D.S Big Jim’s Little River Ugent Gillian

Virginia Exposition Excursion Fares For Farmers Ad

An advertisement promotes Virginia farm opportunities with excursion tickets on the Big Four and C and O routes from western points. Virginia is praised for climate and markets. farms start at $10 per acre with room for improvement. Contact U G Jurre for pamphlets and farm listings via Chicago addresses.

Virginia Chesapenka Ohio U. G Jurre N. W PAL Clark St Chicago

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