27 Sep 1890
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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1890
Page
1
Fragmentary items from Proviso Illinois and surrounding areas describe a wide array of topics. Mentions include a Philadelphia Aqvension sketch, a Tuk? era steer traveling twenty two miles in Worth County, and various trades and inventions such as a cork rope and a writing machine. The piece also notes financial moves like Western Tobacco and theater developments near York and mentions a grisly street tragedy observed by bystanders.
Fragmented text describes exotic cuisine and health beliefs, a bottle with $1,000 found, and scattered notes about Green Victoria’s family and a Queen’s tests. The passage blends travel lore with garbled names and partial anecdotes, offering a snapshot of a newspaper page with unclear context and several misread terms.
A ragged recounting describes a chocolate-skinned girl in danger of confinement, then shifts to urban curiosities. An English photomachine promises quick photos, while a Chicago hotel safe is opened by a blindfolded mind reader. Miscellaneous feats follow, highlighting sensational novelties and rumored prowess in cities like Wellington and Chicago.
The Senate and House debated and advanced multiple bills including extending free delivery town privileges to larger populations, pension provisions, and jurisdictional clarifications for U S courts. Reports cover ballots, resignations, and a rash of violent incidents, with nominations for Congress across several states and the formation of a German American Prohibition League in Indianapolis.
The National Commission formally accepts Washington Park and the Midway Plaisance as the final World’s Columbian Exposition site after a narrow vote. The South Park ordinance allows use of Washington Park, and a plan to keep the fair open on Sundays is referred to committees. A funds and buildings committee will oversee grounds and structures.
Washington reports the week ending August 30 shows a drop in imports and patent grants compared with the prior week and year. Exports totalled SIPT, 610,02, with declines from 1540 levels. several nations and industries are listed. Counterfeiting concerns touch two-dollar silver certificates. postal anti lottery measures constrain newspapers. The president returns from Crosson Springs after a three week respite.
A lengthy notice lists nominations across states including Ros Walverton and OL Whitmore in Pennsylvania and New Jersey figures like John D. Gill and Charles Miller. It notes a runaway horse causing a deadly precipice incident and mentions local suicides and family tragedies in California and New York amid broader party activity and reform movements.
The report details a string of crises from Goa India where riots killed seventeen and wounded many to South Africa trade tensions and a $14 million deal, a Swiss village loss of 300 houses, a Pangima isthmus town near wipeout, a vessel race with City of New York winning by 29 minutes to Liverpool, Mexican concessions refusals, and Egypt famine with thousands dying as caravans are plundered in a fear driven terror era.
A sweeping, fragmented update describes financial, political, and social events from the era. It notes a proposed port of delivery and extended authority for road or harbor projects, shifts in revenue and national defense discussions, and various political campaigns. It mentions a Denver Democratic ticket led by Caldwell Yoannen and a South Carolina Republican committee naming Haskell for Governor, plus local voting, floods in Ardeche, and a murder trial in Anniston.
A large blaze Tuesday morning destroyed Rathbun & Co store and nearby properties on Lolivar and Fifth streets near the electric light building. Flames spread through alcohol and petroleum stores, damaging the Royal Mall and multiple adjoining offices. No deaths or serious injuries reported. estimated loss around 1,500,000 with Panama railway included.
Violence erupts as a large nationalist crowd confronts police at the Tipperary courthouse during the trial of nine men. John Morley and John O Connor lead protests against crowd exclusion, amid bludgeonings, wounded deputies, and a late door reopening ordered by Colonel Cadell after sustained pressure from Morley and Dillon.
Bronx carries news of Sioux City’s corn palace opening in mid fall ceremonies. The structure, fronting Sixth Street near Pierce, rises as a grand pyramidal dome crowned with a globe, walls decorated with corn art, grain pictures, and evergreens. Visitors will see parades, including a Mardi Gras float display from New Orleans artists, with daily demonstrations through October.
A fragmented humorous scene shows travelers at a hotel debating wake times for trains. A misprint side note twists to a mock directory hunt. Two young ladies discuss marriages and reform while a duchess like figure notes a fiancé’s poor grammar, amid light, satirical banter.
A House investigation resolution aims to probe Colonel L Wheat of Wisconsin and the Post Office over alleged improper contracting. Wheat allegedly granted a contract to Culbertson for the earnings of the House post office unit and received 199 dollars monthly for at least five months, creating a significant political stir due to Wheat's prominence.
The Iron City Bridge Company, a long established Pittsburgh firm led by Charles J. Schultz Sons, failed. No asset or liability schedule is ready yet, but Olver Bros. holds judgments totaling about 110000. The collapse is the first major enterprise failure in years and comes as a surprise given the firm’s former financial strength.
A Maine footstory recounts Hom I Ginibal Hanlin arguing at a Harmpden caucus with a citizen named Mr. Uamlin Had. Two attendees claimed to represent a "large and respectable" body, but one man insists the group is only two, while Hannibal deems it legitimate. The piece blends humor with a moral about busy, active life and cheerful labor.
Reports describe a violent fight between Boston and Springfield over Barn County’s seat. A hotel building moved toward Springfield was seized by Boston supporters. shots fired, a blaze started, and pursuit followed as both sides clashed. Several wounded or killed unconfirmed.
A prominent railway official recounts an assassination attempt on President Diaz during Mexico's National celebration. A volley from attackers sent crowds fleeing as Diaz and his staff rushed to safety. Forty men linked to the plot faced jail or fled abroad, with motives tied to Diaz's stance toward the clerical party and recent church diplomacy.
Report claims former Argentine president Colman will be impeached on embezzlement charges with an alleged total of 14100000. The exact whereabouts of the funds remain unclear, with speculation they are partly held in the United States. He reportedly remains in custody pending a settlement of a substantial restitution.
Fragmented statistics reveal global poverty, blindness, marriage, and migration trends. England and Ireland see thousands marrying or emigrating yearly, while London records paupers and census data shows vast urban populations. Global mortality and clothing figures highlight stark inequalities and large shares with minimal shelter and clothing.
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