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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1894
Page
6
A collage of satirical items from The Newton Record and New York World voice. Jests on an empty chair, the prince of Wales, a Connecticut incident, a khedive marriage, a lost heir suit, and New York asylum inmates plot. Notes on journalism, public life, and dueling humor across era figures.
A large blaze at Adair, west of here on the Rock Island railroad, wiped out the business portion of the tower area and the livery stable south of Exchange Bank. Twenty business houses and three dwellings burned. loss about 104000 with 40000 insured. Firemen and train crew aided, cause undetermined. town to take immediate steps to rebuild.
Towny MuilGax a 12 year old Massachusetts boy saved three companions from drowning near Fitch Durg and lies unconscious yet remains remembered as a brave youth. A Boston youngster mocks that he did not tell his mother about the latest rescue. The piece then celebrates ancestry and valor, urging youths to study family history to draw strength from past service.
A 9 year old girl reportedly killed herself after her parents kept her home to mind younger siblings. The tale, from Bradshaw West Virginia, is questioned as possibly misreported or a fabrication by a sensationalist correspondent.
In Aug 5 report from Gan Hin, Holst Howe & Cushings Circus is linked to a jewelry store theft with about $2,000 in valuables taken. Three suspects fled, chased by two farmers who tracked them across corn fields toward the south, prompting pursuit steps to recapture them.
In Warentoo in August Judge Husted rendered two key decisions on the new liquor law. One ruling found saloon doors blocked access to rit wax for public use, leading to refusals. Another case involved a saloon on a street 49 feet away from a neighboring property, where the judge counted distance from the front of the lot and granted an injunction.
August S A report says Joe Wiley dragged a young man named Barnes during threshing near Rolfe. Wiley beat Barnes, who suffered a brain concussion and later died. Wiley was arrested, fined ten dollars plus costs. Barnes, a well liked man, leaves a wife and child.
Dickerson under arrest on four informations charging diversion of corporate funds. Ils Land fixed at $1,000 and furnished. Prosecution pushed by J Yetzer, president, who supplied evidence. Dickson will exhaust bond supply and enter jail. his son, the cashier, is already jailed. Public sentiment turning against Yetzer, with more evidence needed to spark action.
Stirred by news from Des Moines, Dr Kerry and Miss Georgia Garner daughter of a wealthy farmer valued at 850000 remake public a Atlantic wedding. The event followed a three week acquaintance and involves a social circle with arrests of two men for attempted murder and burglary, amid jail escape rumors and sheriff's inquiries.
An appeal from a committee claiming to represent large interests asks Governor to mobilize relief for drought stricken areas of Nebraska. The letter warns thousands of families may emigrate or rely on charity unless the legislature authorizes irrigation and employment programs, with distress centered west of Grand Island and Holdrege.
Bandits fired on a Missouri Kansas Texas passenger train near Hond. wing as it traveled port-bound. The attack followed a prior warning and the train sped at about sixty miles per hour. railway officials had feared an assault and guards are posted on night expresses while officers pursue the suspects.
Campaign for state officers began quietly in Alabama as results trickle in from Aug. 3 with minor disturbances reported. Kelbites and regular Democrats claim victory in Montgomery while early figures arrive around eight o clock and full returns may take days. No advices yet from Washington on Orient affair as Japan and China move toward potential engagement.
Incorporation papers filed for the National Boys League an organization for boys age 11 to 18 The league blends Chautauqua and Christian Endeavor concepts with the motto Self Help The group met at a city school and home for homeless boys in Hore Dexven Colo.
Neighbors found a fake silver dollar stash after a fire at Mrs Frances Cowles house last night. Her son was arrested on a charge of owning the counterfeit coin and is in custody awaiting trial.
Cyclist N. C. Delvin, who left Boston in July, arrived at 6 PM in transit to Denver. He plans to reach Denver by September 5 to attempt the forty-five day record and win a $10,000 prize offered by the Boston Cycle Club. He is currently six days ahead of schedule.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a race event in Buouxenas England on August 3 4 with A A Zimmerman and Banker of New York mentioned. Mentions quarter mile competition and a tying start with unclear results and participants.
In Kitten Lyxcmene, Va, a U S Senator Daniel's eleven year old son William ton Daniel was thrown from a pony and dragged about sixty feet yesterday afternoon. Medical aid arrived but could not save him.
Report from Aug 8 states that expected gangs from Spring Valley Ladd and Seatonville did not appear at the county line. Only a few scattered gangs showed up and were turned back without trouble at the border.
Aunrapolis Minn Aug s The twenty seventh annual convention of the Railroad Conductors Life Insurance association of the United States and Canada will meet next Thursday at the West hotel.
Michigan's total tax levy for 181 announced yesterday stands at 1,080,000 dollars, higher than last year's levy. The revised levy reflects an assessed valuation of 1.1 million dollars.
Miia met Up Chevetano Ohio on Aug. The Wire Nail company the world’s largest maker of this kind restarted its nail and wire mills at Beir plant yesterday after a months long cessation.
A dispatched report claims Russia plans a coup in Korea to seize a southern port, opening year round access and shifting balance in Asia. Officials doubt immediate action but warn Moscow may press soon. Britain, Japan, China silent as Europe braces.
Letters from Col von Hannekin revived here confirm affidavits by Capt Galsworthy and Chief officer Tamplin about insubordinate Chinese troops aboard the transport Kow Shung. Hospitalized Quartermaster Evangelista wounded. Japanese action and diplomatic protests unfold as Western envoys demand explanations and damages.
Democrat of Ohio Jonson presented to the house a memorial praying for the impeachment of Augustus J. Ricks, judge of the northern district of Ohio, alleging misconduct and calling for removal.
The Great bicycle relay began with Chief Consul George H. French and Ronsaville, DC, riding from the White House toward Denver. The relay is linked to the angle AWO meet in Denver and passes a letter to Secretary Thurber to Governor Waite, with Springer of Illinois arranging routes for riders.
The Vigilant outpaced Britannia and Satanita yesterday in a premier race on this side of the water. Vigilant led the field, delivering decisive wins and teaching the British yachtsmen a lesson in seamanship as Britannia’s and Satanita’s crews struggled to contend.
Pullman stockholders are slated to meet at the Pullman offices amid uncertain times. No exact date is available from general offices, and proxy voting is expected to dominate again. Mr Pullman and fellow directors are likely to be re elected.
An enlarged portrait man who ingratiated himself with a prominent young lady was exposed as married with four children in Chicago and left town tonight. Seven men, largely the lady’s relatives, urged him to depart, and he fled to parts unknown, leaving the hotel proprietor saddened.
A farmhouse eight miles from town burned at o clock this morning killing Mr Ostensen and four children. Mrs Ostensen escaped but is badly traumatized. Cause unknown but believed to be lightning, with a fierce wind driving the flames.
Ex Postmaster F I Noffsinger named as assignee in the Gossard Investment Company filing. Balances reach $197,283 with the 200,000 capability noted. Kansas Cry Mo Aug. details incomplete but indicate a formal assignment action.
Adjutant naval Tarsney departed for Colorado Springs today escorted by a military bodyguard led by Brigadier General Brooks. Meanwhile the British steamer Archibald, arriving from Vancouver via Yokohama for Shanghai, ran aground at Shanghai and must unload all cargo before refloating.
An official Greytown message states that Ger Ceberas occupied Bluefields with his troops yesterday. No further details are available at this time.
A Sunday blaze in Lebanon Indiana devastated three acres of business and framing, destroying the water works capacity and over twenty hoses. Private fire protection aided by pumping water into the city helped limit further damage as losses surpass $200,000 with insured at about $50,000.
A series of fires swept several towns from Mount Lookout to Wing City, blamed on intruders and sparks from engines. Grand Moun and Cincinnati observatory area faced near destruction while Mount Lookout’s grass tindered by drought. Firefighters struggled with limited equipment and delayed response as multiple buildings, including a post office and warehouse, burned, with losses running into thousands and insurers facing claims.
Des Moines Iowa August reports indicate widespread weather and crop concerns with the State Crop Bureau flooded by telegrams. The weekly statement will be issued late today to review conditions, with early reports showing the average corn condition far below 50.
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