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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1895
Page
1
Advertiser extols Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as a cure all for biliousness indigestion constipation and sick headache claiming the pellets regulate the liver and bowels and strengthen the stomach lining with easy action and no equal among remedies praised by users in advertisements
Brooklyn on May 20 reports women won a pareat victory as five women will join the board of education after petitions and mayoral approval. The drive for female representation had circulated petitions across the city, drawing support from over 4,400 cultured women voters.
Reports from Manzanilla Mexico confirm the Colima sank about 50 miles from Punta San Blas. Fourteen passengers and five crew were saved, with 160 unaccounted as search efforts continued. Eight survivors arrived in Mazatlan, while officials urged caution amid conflicting dispatches and incomplete information.
Missouri diocesan convention hears Rev G B D Miller report criticizing public schools as a heartless machine that produces uniform graduates. He calls for greater emphasis on church and private parish schools to instill Christian morals in education.
In Zanesville on May 80 the Republican state convention nominating Bushnell for governor dominated by McKinley and Foraker factions. Bushnell slate passed easily while Foraker sought allies for state offices. The event signals radical future shifts if Bushnell becomes governor and Foraker senator, with talk of 1896 changes. Condemns Armenian atrocities. Saratoga NY May 30 the American Baptist Missionary union calls for action under Berlin terms to protect Christians in Turkey and urges US to use good offices.
Theodore Durant was arraigned in the San Francisco superior court for the murders of Blanche Lamont and Minnie Williams. He pleaded not guilty to both counts and trials were set for July 22. The district attorney will try Durant first for Lamont’s murder, and defense counsel may seek a change of venue. Durant remained unconcerned during the proceedings.
Grand Master Wilkinson told the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen convention that the Pullman boycott cost the government 5,000 members. He urged legislation to prevent recurrence and said the union must respect the law and honor its agreements.
Pink Buivurr Arkansas May 30 Lillie Washington a notorious colored criminal is killed by a guard while attempting to escape from the convict farm near Palarm Arkansas She had begun a 15 year penitentiary term for arson burglary and other crimes when the breakout ended fatally
Raymond Williams, 24, brother-in-law of T. F. Watkins of St. Louis and a director of Anchor Line Steam boat Co, leaped into the river at the Anchor Line wharf yesterday afternoon and was drowned. He fought off rescuers twice as his mind reportedly was unbalanced.
Joseph R. Sibley of Pennsylvania and General A J Warner will leave Denver after a Pueblo address. Sibley plans to enter Kentucky in a few weeks to assist Blackburn. Warner says the Bimetallic league will certainly help Blackburn.
The Interior Department will spend 230000 to upgrade Hot Springs National Reservation. Deputy marshals will move Monday from Little Rock with 22 federal prisoners to Albany. General Maximo Gomez, Cuban revolutionary leader, is reported dead from wounds. Cornell crew sails for Henley. A Russian gold standard law passes in St. Petersburg. Grant county Oklahoma tornado relief appeal issued for food and clothing. Miners convention in Columbus opposes an interstate suspension. Widow pension denial does not forfeit children's rights per open adultery ruling.
The body of Walter Q. Gresham leaves Washington on a special train at 12:15 pm with President Cleveland and cabinet attending. A solemn service at the White House precedes the journey, with vast military and diplomatic presence and a grand escort to Oakwood for the Chicago burial.
United States Marshal John Warnold leads the local setup for Secretary Gresham's funeral with no display planned. Colonel Corbin, General Merritt, and A A Sprague discuss the procession and honors as troops from Fort Sheridan may escort, a state hearse drawn by six black horses to the Illinois Central line, and a route along Sixty-third Sixty-sixth Green wood Oakwood.
Springfield officials report the Illinois General Assembly will send 16 members to Walter Q. Gresham's funeral in Chicago to pay respects to the late figure. The memorial service honors the memory of the notable public figure.
Reports from Kansas towns indicate a broad rain relief ending weeks of drought. Garden City saw a long spring drought broken by showers, with Pittsburg and Manhattan also recording rain. While hot winds caused damage, yesterday’s showers promise crop relief in several areas.
In Wheeling on May 30, reports say West Virginia’s new cigarette license law imposes 500 dollars per year on retail dealers. Since the act took effect May 23, no retailer has filed for a license, causing a shortage as buyers import from Ohio and Pennsylvania. Armani Tobacco Company plans to challenge the law’s constitutionality, alleging discrimination between wholesalers and retailers. court action set for June 20.
Springfield residents celebrate Bushnell's nomination with large crowds and bipartisan cheers. Speeches by notable figures and congratulatory telegrams from many sources mark the event.
The steam er Runnells caught fire about five miles off Ashtabula yesterday and was towed in by the New Orleans and Milwaukee. Both ships fought the blaze with water but the vessel had to be scuttled in the harbor and is a complete wreck.
Unknown men broke into the Campbell Missouri post office while Brey the assistant postmaster slept and bound him. They blew open the safe, securing $500 before fleeing.
Washington May 30 There is no marked change in the condition of Representative Hitt or Miss Mary A Dodge Gail Hamilton The former has been in bed for eight weeks and is not able to sit up.
Fort Worth Texas May 80 Ex Sheriff Beckham of Motley county shot and killed C W Cook present sheriff of Motley county as he stepped off the train on his arrival at Seymour There was an old feud and authorities investigate the fatal shooting.
Osia Robertson, 11, of Browns town Ind., walked from a 60 mph express near Royal Center while traveling home with her mother from Nebraska. She was found bleeding and unconscious after the train stopped and backed to the scene. Her father recently died in Nebraska.
Cary E. Cowgil received three finely crafted gavels made from timber used in King Solomon era lodges after meeting Masons in Jerusalem. Hannalodge No. 31, F and A M, will use the gavels in future officer ceremonies. A separate note from Liberty reports an 80 year old widow, Mrs. David Rude, died and her dog mourns atop the grave refusing to eat and howling.
The foundry and machinery department of the Indiana Machine Works in Ricumont Indiana was completely destroyed by a blaze at 10 o clock last night. Loss exceeds 5000 dollars insured. Unknown cause. Major impact includes 100 men displaced and order delays. Craw fish Moore and Edward Dietrich jailed at Cambridge City after assault on John E Lackey. Lackey in bad condition but expected to recover.
Indianapolis May 30 The state high court ordered the Roby racetrack case advanced for oral argument on June 7 under an old rule allowing call day submissions The court aims to decide before summer vacation. Shelbyville May 30 Frank Kellogg known as the man eater under sentence to three years attempted suicide in his cell by gas He was found unconscious and may die. Shelbyville May 30 Martin Bassett a young farmer five miles north blew off the top of his head with a shotgun The death likely stemmed from ruined corn prospects and threats of his wife leaving. Plymouth May 30 Miss Olive Nash a stylish young woman died after illness believed caused by overstudy in school.
Vincennes Indiana May 80 The reward for the arrest of John Edilene, murderer of Moses Latta, has been increased to 450 dollars. Authorities believe Edilene is hiding with friends near the city.
The Muncie G A R post condemned base ball and racing on Decoration day. Wheat is improving in Knox county since a recent heavy rain. Corn is all right.
ForEST City Arkansas buyers praise Prickly Ash Poke Root and Pottassium Compound known as P P P as a top blood purifier sold by Winthrop & Co. In other items a Cairo man dies after oil wealth arrives, and four individuals in Santa Fe are found guilty of a murder tied to a political conspiracy.
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