California claret a fire extinguisher and other notes
A mosaic of 19th century items mentions California claret used as a fire extinguisher and questions about California brandy. Henry Labouchere's praise of the country and lampooning of crok ets appear. Acquittal of murder suspects in Holt County Nebraska is noted along with social weddings and temperance debates. Comments on New Woman and Mrs. Stanford's jewel sale to fund Stanford University, plus local memorial plans and a Buffalo temperance shift, wrap in social comment and anecdote.
Des Moines Real Estate Scam Ties Chicago Figures
Des Moines reports a land deal involving forty acres bought for 500 with mortgages totaling 2,500. William Kremer J. H. L. Hamilton and L. D. Bartlett arranged transfers to Archie E. Marston who traded mortgages for goods worth 7,900. Bartlett dies soon after, Marston seeks recovery while Chicago players face losses.
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Chicago
Des Moines
Iith
William S. Kremner
J. H L. Hamilton
Cty
Kremer
L. D. Bartlett
Archie E. Marston
Marston
Bartlett
Druggists Under Fire for Selling Liquor by Law
A Des Moines court restrains Iowa druggists from selling liquors as beverages, ruling they may sell only for legally authorized purposes. The decision interprets existing statutes, warning that merely signing a receipt does not shield a sale. The ruling emphasizes strict compliance with liquor laws for shops handling intoxicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Runaway wagon fatality in Middlefork township incident
A woman, Mrs. Rush of Middlefork township, was fatally injured when a wagon with a rack frightened and ran away near her father-in-law Aaron Rush s property. She died about two hours later from her injuries. The incident occurred as she was leaving her husband s home and near her in law s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avi
Rush
Middlefork Township
Bee
Aaron Rush
Murdered on Florida fruit farm in old man attack
A Florida miscellany reports robbers entered a fruit farm house and assaulted an elderly man with a hatchet. He was found in the house with little resistance offered as the attackers struck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wildered
Fla
Mania for self destruction rocks town as woman drinks lye
Mrs James Cooper of this city again attempted suicide using concentrated lye. She borrowed the chemical claiming cleaning use, then drank a dose after returning home. She is expected to recover but has been mentally unbalanced for months.
Independence Saloons Close
Four saloon cases were filed against saloonkeepers claiming combined licenses under a state limitation. Judge Tolerton ruled a filing time limit applied and the petition process could not proceed beyond the set window, delaying action on all related applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolerton
Boies Declines Role in Governor Nomination Drive
Dem convention chairman says attention focused on adopted resolutions favoring nomination for governor. He cites reluctance to consent to use he is in accord with party principles and stresses his stance reflects broader party leadership and priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tun
Tury
HK Crpan
August Holes
Water Transportation Through Draw and Barges
A fragmented report notes boats and logs moved by ten boats and 37H barges, indicating a water passage or transport scene with vessels aiding log transport. The text references a draw and a convoy of logs, highlighting transport activity on the water.
Diamond Jo Widow Dies Childless in Meireg Incident
Mrs Diamond Jo Dead. Deargey August 2. The widow of Diamond is noted as childless. The steam boat king's fortune is to pass to two relatives, Joy Morton of Chicago and another named in the will. EB M. biekerne of Culeage serves as administrator of the estate.
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Deargey
Diamond Ynokds
Meiregor
Joy Morton
Chicago
Diamond Jo
M. Biekerne
Culeage
Nistrator
Boundary dispute action eyed between Missouri and Iowa
The text notes a Missouri boundary dispute with Iowa moving toward U S Supreme Court action. A commission may be appointed to examine and establish the boundary with Iowa to aid. Reports say Congress may act December 1 on the commission. Separately, Des Moines grain men discuss a large oats crop, with yields claimed near 31,000,000 bushels statewide. Reports also mention robberies in Clinton and surrounding areas, a river island gang, and a boosted police force by the mayor.
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St Lewis
Misson
Missouri
Missour
Iowa
United
Congress
Decatur
Mercer County
Des Moines
Harrison County
Calhoun County
Clinton
Henry Code
Peter Nathan
Columbia
High Bridge
Italiane mob violence erupts over killings in Aug era
A mob of miners armed with shotguns and clubs confronts city officials in a disputed ruling after the killing of Italian workers. The six hour confrontation led to many injuries and fears of further bloodshed. Authorities consider sending troops to restore order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Am Ita
Vianney
Sys
Strike Ends as Miners Win Higher Wages Across States
August 3 report notes notable settlement with miners’ demands granted. Operators pledge to raise wages for about 100,000 miners in Ohio Indiana and nearby areas until October. A 7 cent above rate is mentioned with future advance planned January 1. W. T. Dearmitt, long opposing the miners, has switched sides as the settlement ends the strike in Ohio and Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onganiz Pietebarg
Ohto
Indiana
Pittsburg
W. T. Dearmitt
Ohio
Tillinds
Government demands full Waller case papers from Eustis
Acting Secretary of State Adlee again cables Ambassador Eustis pressing for the complete report on the Waller case in Madagascar. He warns that partial transcripts will not satisfy justice and that a denial of full papers could be treated as a denial by the government.
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Waantserox
D.C
Eustis
Waller
Adlee
Cient
Taylor murder verdicts in Meeks family killings
The Taylor trial jury finds the Taylor brothers guilty of first degree murder for the Jenkins Hill killings on May 10. The courtroom erupts as nearly 1,000 spectators cheer, and threats of arrest arise amid the verdict under Judge Rucker.
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Taylor
Gailty
Taylor Brothers
Meeks
Jenkins Hill
Rucker
Ten Die in Freight Wreck Near CayTox Ohio
A Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago freight wreck on a heavy grade rear Stark siding caused ten cars to derail. Ten tramp riders in a furniture car were killed or fatally injured as the rear section plowed into the first. Rescue crews found multiple limbs protruding from the wreckage.
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CayTox
Ohio
Pittsburg
Fort Wayne & Chicago
Indian War Ends as Gen Coppinger Reports Peace
Dispatch from Gen Coppinger says Indian trouble is over. Governor Richards of Cumexve Wyoming denies white aggression in Jackson's Mole incident, noting one Indian and a resisting party sought to escape after Indians and whites met annually to support their own rights against territorial encroachment.
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Wanmixotox
Coppinger
Cumvexve
Wyo
Richards
Government torpedo boats proposal argued in navy plans
Newrowr and August report Nat Hers hoff offered to Secretary Herbert to fund a torpedo boat program. If accepted the plan would employ new propulsion and construction methods to reach high speeds and advance torpedo boat design. The offer aims to equip three torpedo boats capable of rapid cruising and improved maneuverability.
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Newrowr
Rei
Nat Hershoff
Secretar Herbert
Navy
Herresh
Grave situation in Omaha and city bonds struggle
Fragmented notes describe a tense Omaha political scene with bonds and police forces in flux, a federal officer arriving to assist Black residents, counterfeit rings exposed in Jersey City, and local political shifts as Bland forces align in Missouri. Mentions Pat Quinlan, Holmes castle, and a Philadelphia corpse, plus Apple Shippers Association news and Cuba news under Gen Campos.
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de Witt
Dansville
David J. Mil
William R. Morrison
Pat Quinlan
Holmes
Castle
Ren. T
Cines
Pladelphia
Holm
Naval Apple Shippers’ Association
Chicago
Maine
Colorado
Department of Agriculture
Normigland
New York
Allegheney Mountains
Ohio
Michigan
Wisconsi
Minnesota
Campos
Cuba
Largest corn harvest ever known in America
The Times reports this year’s corn crop as the largest ever recorded in the United States. Prospects for farm prosperity hinge on the harvest, with millions of homes affected and potential market values estimated around forty million dollars depending on May delivery and prices.
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America
Cmcaco
the Times
T Jay
Orer
Bloodshed in Holmes case found across rooms
Detectives traced a grisly scene in Holmes house with blood and a human hair clot. Evidence shows a doorway leading to a hidden stair and basement area where a body was found. Names like Fitzpatrick Quinlan and Mrs Julia Connor appear in fragmented testimony as investigators piece together the sequence of events.
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Holmes
Fitzpatrick
Norton
Patric Quinlan
Julia J. Connor
Americans Outraged In Cubage Drama
A New York report claims $150,000 in damages sought against Spain over property seizure and multiple imprisonments in Trinidad. Five brothers and their mother faced brutality as Spanish soldiers abducted and threatened family members. Cattle pens burned and livelihoods destroyed amid broader tensions in the region.
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New York
Trinidad
Lynn
Durant Trial Amid Violence at Emanuel Church Scene
An August court scene recounts an attempted murder during Durant's trial for Hanehe Lamont's murder at Emanuel Church. An assailant rushed the crowd, was disarmed. authorities believe the attacker is insane. Also noted are diplomatic moves over Armenia and a Washington-asserted will leaving rooms to a family member.
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Praxesca
Tris
Hanehe Lamont
Emanuel Church
Durant
Lo Durant
Nelson Connor
Washington
Howse Hawie
Connor
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Newton
Record Publishin
California
Henry Labouchere
Crokets
Scott
Holt County
Nebraska
Ridge Lawn
Bay Ridge
Bertha C. Perry
Pierre Lorillard Ronalds, Jr
Central Park
Henry Ward Beecher
London
Henry Somerset
Ormiston Chant
Henry
New York Exchange
Bowery
Leland Stanford
Bridgehamption
Bishop Fallows
Buffalo
New York Trade School
Hewitt
Fong Foo Fing
Francisco
Salvation Arm
China
Strance Land Deals
Woodbury
Florida
Independence
Boies
Water Transportation
Taylops
Gus Meeks
Sad Scauchter
Omaha
APL AL Police
Texas
Magruder
Federal Marine Service
Bao Cang
United States
Canada
Gang of Five
Jersey City
Oho
Dacob & Coxey
Maryland
John , Hurst
Chan
Crothers
Clarion Smith
Gorman
United States Senate
Turkey
Cossraxnixortn
Viece
Higners
Armenia
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