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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1891
Page
1
A fragmented political sketch notes Chilcot a Texas senator and railroad lawyer nominee for president. References a MeRIcaN tin stirring Democrat editors while the McKinley tariff schedule delays to July 1. A New Amsterdam reader renews a subscription amid party loyalties. Knights of Reciprocity alarm Maryland Democrats who fear control of the next legislature and two U.S. Senate seats.
A quotation about Bismarck’s defiance in a recent speech is questioned as to its truth. The piece notes Texas Representative Mills may have mis-spelled a name and criticizes alleged Democratic falsehoods regarding McKinley’s event, warning of political harm in 1892.
A political tirade argues no one is bankrupt while obligations are met and criticizes Blaine for condemning Rudini’s alleged confidential message. The speaker defends the Treasury and disputes claims of a deficit and misdeeds by the secretary of state.
The article contrasts rising prosperity across industries and regions with the Democrats' warnings on the McKinley tariff. It argues the predicted ruin is distant unless the Democrats gain control of government and implement their policies.
Two Tamany Democrats once found guilty of taking bribes while in municipal office have been given lucrative city posts in New York. Critics warn that electing a Democratic president next year would hand control of the national government to Tam many Hall.
Fragmentary report notes fires near Northern Pacific Junction in Carlton County and damage to Cloquet railroad property. Duluth bridges affected and North Pacific line between Ashland and Superior briefly impeded. Eastern Minnesota trains halted as crews battle fires.
Special to the Tribune New York May 15 A sewer gas blast on a main street killed six people and injured many others as a heavy iron manhole cap was blown off its shaft. The explosion shattered windows and threw bystanders to the ground amid panic and damage to nearby buildings.
At Gravesend race course, the Brooklyn handicap for a $20,000 stake is set for 4 PM. By 1 PM over 25,000 people gathered as a cloudy yet favorable day for fast times greeted the cream of American turf including Tenny Tea-Tray Prince Royal and Senorita with Tenny the favorite at betting windows.
A large crowd gathered at Union Depot Pittsburg to greet President Harrison as he arrived from Columbus. The journey was uneventful and the train reached on time. He addressed the audience and was cheered. after remarks he and the party left this afternoon with a few stops before reaching Washington.
In Lansina Michigan May 15 the Michigan House passes Richardson's rail taxes plan raising the gross income rate to 21-2 percent up to 4000 dollars per mile and one half percent afterward. The Senate defeats women voting rights for municipal elections and delays a representative apportionment bill tied to a new Upper Peninsula county named Dickinson. The split Senate seeks two thirds to revive the measure, affecting the next US Senate race.
The May 15 report from the U S department of agriculture notes price surges since April of last year with corn and oats up over 100 percent and wheat gains of 80 percent in prime markets. It argues a world wheat shortage and growing foreign demand will sustain high prices while land at current values appears a solid investment.
A City of Mexico dispatch reports persistent rumors that the U S cruiser Charleston engaged the Chilean steamer Itata and sunk it at sea. Mexican authorities deny any confirmation. Washington has no news of such incident and rejects the sinking claim.
Acting Secretary Ramsey refrains from declaring the Itata or Charleston pirates. Legal debate centers on recapture for customs or kidnapping, not piracy. Acapulco port limits force Itata’s stay to twenty four hours, enabling Charleston to retake Itata and stores if transfer to Esmeralda has not occurred.
The Peruvian president decrees free entry of live sheep and cattle dried meats salt beef dried smoked or pickled fish wheat corn potatoes and vegetables eggs cheese chestnuts peas beans rice rape seed herbs and spices into Peru. An export duty of twenty soles per head on cattle and two soles per head on sheep is imposed due to food shortages from floods and Chilean war demand.
Special to the Tibune reports Judge Wallace ruled against the Irish claimants seeking a share of the vast A S Stewart estate. The decision was handed down this morning in New York.
The presidential special arrived in Hannibal and Jacksonville before a cheering Springfield welcome. Gov. Fifer and Mayor Lawrence greeted the party. a national salute marked the Lincoln monument ceremony as crowds crowded the capital.
May 15 in Terre Haute Indiana reports a coal wage dispute. Miners demand 70 cents per ton while operators offer 65 cents. Factories suffer coal shortages as discussions between bituminous operators and miners continue after a twenty four hour joint scale committee meeting. A mass meeting of black coal miners is reported at Brazil.
A massive mountain fire along the Pennsylvania and Northwestern line between Punxsutawney and Bellwood covers sixty miles and continues burning. Many residents have been made homeless as the blaze spreads through Pirrssura area.
Mason City Iowa May 15 The coal miners strike in the state grows serious with 10 850 workers out and western telegraphs seeking any coal. Only one mine at Oskaloosa remains in operation and Illinois offers the sole other supply. Factory and plant fuel will run out within a week if supplies do not improve.
In Boston on May 15 the bill to ban fire crackers pistols torpedoes and explosives in streets was defeated. Mr Charles argued Republicans would nominate Blaine next year and Democrats would nominate Cleveland, claiming both parties would make noise with fireworks.
Reports from Hayti indicate a new political outbreak that could spark civil war. The Haitian president has survived three assassination attempts by political opponents within the first months of the crisis, signaling widespread danger.
Cyrus T. Gillette, foreman of the Morning Chronicle composing room in LaCrosse Wisconsin, is reported to have unexpectedly inherited a large fortune of two million dollars amid a surprising set of circumstances surrounding the estate.
Adam Marsch, a well known river saloon figure, killed in Evansville Indiana after a buggy race with two horses. The tongue broke, spurring a horse, Marsch was thrown and fatally injured. Imbusch escaped unharmed. Also, Judge Kettelle grants a change of venue in the George S Gibson whisky trust case, rescheduled to next month.
Ottawa reports serious anxiety surrounding Premier Macdonald with tensions rising in government circles as discussions continue behind closed doors. Sources describe unsettled mood and cautious ministers amid ongoing political strain in Ontario.
The Des Moines federal court under Judge Shiras ruled that state prohibitions stand unless new questions are involved. A challenge to move the case from Oskaoosa to federal court was rejected, marking a victory for Iowa prohibitionists.
Washington May 15 Major W J Pollock superintendent of the free delivery system is reported to be weighing a policy requiring letter carriers to work fifty six hours weekly His view is that eight hours per day applies seven days a week even in towns with no Sunday delivery and would not change the case
The Pitman Buckley murder trial in Mount Vernon Illinois before Judge Landes concluded with Pitman acquitted. The verdict found the killing was committed in self defense for a crime that occurred last summer.
Des Marxes Iowa May 1 Clarence E. Mitchell about 32 unmarried killed himself with a revolver. He was assistant bookkeeper for Green Bay Lumbers at a good salary. No motive known for the deed.
A deaf mute traveling man named Graves shot himself dead in the Harian house in Mount Pleasant Iowa yesterday evening after becoming despondent.
Detroit reports an evening paper quoting a Lansing tale of alleged wholesale bribery by the Michigan Belt Telephone Company involving state legislators.
A compilation of brief items notes various incidents including Honduras rebels said to be dispersed, a Boston organ grinder Pierre Morain who hanged himself in Charles Street jail, a farmer in Indiana finding natural gas, a child’s accidental death in Medora Indiana, and multiple political and societal notes from across the country.
The McCarthyites claim a major defection as E Dwyer Gray formerly a Dublin MP and owner board member exits the Parnell faction. He leaves the Freeman's Journal and Evening Telegraph Belfast Morning News stable as the party narrows behind Parnell.
Lisbon authorities authorize 500 reis notes to ease bank runs as rental payments approach May 25. Censorship tightens on telegrams, economist Coello warns of a colossal deficit and looming crisis. Portugal’s king may abdicate as cabinet and Republican leaders convene.
In Corfu the anti Hebrew agitation flares again after a prior murder discovery. Rioting resumes leaving two Hebrews dead and nine injured. Troops disperse mobs and seal the Hebrew quarter with stores closed. England and France deploy gunboats to safeguard subjects.
May 15 report from Buenos Aires notes a rising gold premium and rumors of a new paper money issue. Precautions at exchanges aim to preserve order as parliament asks the government to maintain strict neutrality and seek a tight guard on the Andes to prevent belligerents from crossing into Argentina.
The Prince of Wales is said to be suffering a slight attack of influenza. His indisposition prevents him from attending the drawing room at Buckingham Palace, and the queen has ordered the Duke of Connaught to hold the levee tomorrow in his stead.
Fires spread from the St. Louis River south shore and across two to twenty miles of forest along the Omaha railroad line. Officials estimate losses in standing timber and logs burned, with reports of 2,000,000 feet of logs lost near the Brule River and overall damage cited around 1.5 million dollars in timber losses.
May 15 Bautigore Maryland Martha Moddy a 17 year old of mixed race applied to enter a hospital. Doctors report white spots appeared on her face and have grown larger monthly prompting constant treatment in hospital and the possibility of becoming entirely white.
An ad touts Simmons Liver Regulator as a cure for torpid liver constipation and related ailments. It claims the remedy restores health by improving liver function, easing headaches, lethargy, and nervousness. The testimonial mentions W. J. McElBox of Macone endorsing the product as highly effective.
On the first Monday in June the county will appoint a county assessor under the new law. He will audit records in the auditor, recorder, treasurer, sheriff, clerk, and surveyor offices, compare returns from township assessors, and correct them as needed to list property at cash value. The role is pivotal for fair taxation and a reduced tax levy. The appointee must judge real and personal property and report findings clearly.
In a New Orleans interview, Sig. Corte says he restrained maddened Italians after a fatal killing. He asserts he saved Mayor Shakespear and other leaders by urging calm and promising justice, warning he would denounce perpetrators if harmed.
Gov. Peck appoints T. F. Fish of Racine as Judge of the First Judicial district to fill the vacancy created by Justice Winslow's elevation to the Supreme bench. Fish is described as a staunch Republican.
Akron becomes the last U.S. city to place its oil trade under Standard Oil after the sale of the Alexander oil plant to the trust on May 15. The transfer marks full local integration into Standard Oil's system.
Thomas Cavender of Mount Vernon Illinois was crushed by a freight train at Kings on the Air Line road last night. Cavender worked in the Air Line round house and died at the scene.
New York May 15 The Herald reports ex Assemblyman Charles A Binder fled with trust funds totaling $20000. The flight occurred on the fourth, before he could account for the Barbara Houseman estate which he administered. No further word has been heard.
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