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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1896
Page
1
A regional league faces a labor dispute with Sunday work restrictions affecting the Carnega Steel Co. This first negotiation stage signals tensions between workers and management across the county.
Fragmentary note reports unusual overstock in Taw Johannesbure markets with reference to global supply shifts and foreign trade. Mentions uncertain figures and distant origins, unclear dates, and vague descriptions of sales trends.
Fragmentary lines discuss how people mispronounce a name and suggest correct forms like Ranteren. No clear person, place, date, or event identified.
An incomplete OCR snippet mentions voting terms and seaside topics in a disjointed way. The text references votes and sections but lacks clear names, dates, or concrete actions. It reads as a rough historical note rather than a coherent news item.
A garbled report notes a ruler issuing a harsh edict to restrain press activity. The decree delays publication until an unspecified deadline. Citizens and observers fear penalties, and authorities monitor journalists and outlets closely.
An unclear report describes a scene where a person identified as Mins Bateface Wong is unable to read worn glasses at a reading event. The moment sparked surprise and an effort to open a break, with staff reading aloud to the audience.
A disjointed OCR item notes a recent gathering near the Mischel River with figures tied to the Northern Pacific Railroad and an official dated event. The text mentions a Special Master and a payment figure of S600, but the report is garbled and lacks clear details.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses Europe and Atlantic terms and private interests. It mentions population, water, fire, and keenest director themes, but the text is incomplete and unclear about concrete events or entities.
An odd inscription appears on a brick presented by a woman to Lars Ptian, described as a prophetic princess. The omen hints at the Gebest and a host of seven fetters revealing a strange existence.
Fragmentary text indicates New York City female delegates held a test or discussion on women's work rights and labor reforms. The passage mentions a convention and potential remedies pending further discussion or establishment.
A reported new express engine with a four cylinder design and six foot six inch diameter wheels recently achieved a high speed trial on level track. Officials described the run as notable though details and exact figures remain unclear.
The United States Fish Commission sends a expedition to Crater Lake Oregon to assess if the lake can be stocked with fish. Crater Lake is America's deepest fresh water lake with a 200 foot depth and five mile diameter, believed to be a volcanic crater. No fish have existed there previously and researchers seek to determine available food in the basin.
A prototype fire safe composed largely of cenwnt with embedded wire netting was tested in Germany to gauge its resistance. Placed on a kerosene soak, the unit endured 1900 degrees Fahrenheit for thirty minutes. Upon opening, contents remained largely intact and a maximum thermometer showed only a three degree rise.
The Tur Amalgamated Association of Carpenters and Joiners releases its annual report showing 62 branches and about 4.0 members, with receipts of 297 050 and expenditures 371 133. It notes a balance on hand of 407 315 and lists diverse benefit payments including out of work 193 000 and death 21 003, among others. The society, formed in 1809, has paid out 8 500 815 in benefits to members.
The Chinese Weekly News announces its launch as the only pre Chinese newspaper in the United States South of San Francisco. Four pages printed in Chinese characters on yellow paper aim to educate readers and serve the Chinese community.
A Readings Reading Lines special excursion train bound for Atlantic City collided with a Reading tram near a crossing two miles from Atlantic City. Twenty two people were killed and many injured as debris and wreckage blocked tracks. Rescue and hospital efforts followed with victims transported to Atlantic City Hospital and local undertakers preparing for the dead. Officials debated signal errors and crossing priority as investigators prepared to determine responsibility.
A renewed lockout at Brown Hoisting and Conveying Machine works sparked renewed threats of conflict. Executives declare the strike on again citing contract violations while workers accuse the company of hiring new men and ignoring old hands. Police precautions were stepped up as clashes with striker agitators continued and gunfire in crowds prompted detours.
Bridgeton remembers eleven victims buried from the New Jersey city after the Atlantic City railroad collision. Services were held at churches as mourners filled streets, with sorrow and offers of help from the community.
In Cleveland nearly a hundred Van Wagoner Williams workers join a sympathy strike against non unionists. They march to city hall to demand disarming non union men. Militia and police guard Brown Hoist works as tensions rise with two unionists injured and arrests for unlawful assembly.
In Cleveland Ohio unions plan a Wednesday Central Labor union meeting to seek a sympathy strike over Crown Nursing company issues. Iron workers about 20 000 may be called first, with broader city involvement if needed. John Prince remains gravely wounded after a shooting by scals.
The Philadelphia Paving and Construction Co plant at fifty-eighth street and Gibson Point was destroyed by fire early Sunday. The loss is $12,009, partially insured. Parnell Daugherty, aged 11, sleeping in the boiler house, was burned to death.
The Anti-Saloon League organized by Field Secretary HR Bartlett of Cincinnati has turned its focus to druggists in Toolorkoom. Rev. N. G. Humphreys, league representative and pastor, delivered notices that the league will prosecute druggists selling liquor. Attorneys for the druggists say damages may be recoverable if business is harmed.
At Cranespon Arkansas a mob of about 150 men hanged Godfrey Gould a Black man after an assault on Florence Wright a white woman in Brinkley. The attackers aimed to seize Barker another Black man accused of a similar crime. The affair followed an earlier alleged assault.
Reports from Alabama indicate a quiet election with light turnout in many facilities. Black belt counties favored Democrats, who also gained in white counties that previously supported populists and won additional legislative seats. Indications point to Democratic victory in the state and both legislative chambers.
A shooting incident in Florida between John Fields and George Adams left Adams dead and Fields wounded. Adams fired buckshot after being struck, striking Fields who died instantly and is expected to live.
The second trial of Capt. Lothaire, the Belgian officer acquitted at Moana for executing Stokes the English trader accused of arming natives, began here on Monday.
Princetos Alabama August 4 The Makutehan Carriage Co employing men was closed by the sheriff on confessions of judgment totaling 8000. Claims exceeding 20000 remain to be filed. Assets estimated at 25000. Transfer dealers in Chicago St Louis and Cleveland are the principal creditors.
The Flora P Stratford carrying crew of four from Newcastle to this port caught fire and abandoned at sea with four crew members reported missing. Northern Pacific Railway wins bid for unsold Washington lands and federal judge Hanford confirms sale of the Northern Pacific portion in the state.
G Dun & Co reports improved business conditions but torpid season persists. Gold exports halted, prospects lift for American product demand, cotton and corn crops seen excellent, wheat exports up 1.9 million bushels, rail rates lower, woolen mills weak, leather prices steady, hides down five percent in Chicago as buyers focus on actual needs.
Mrs Ida Louise Law of Allegheny leaped from a third floor window at Presbyterian hospital after being returned from jail during a mental episode. She suffered a broken left ankle a fractured pelvis a severe scalp wound and other bruises and is not expected to recover.
An Indian court in Wetumpka sentenced two men to death for cattle stealing and others to whipping posts for similar crimes. Isaac MecGirt and Jesse Thiucco received death by shooting, while Lumpha Varjo and others faced lashes. A companion case involves Sandy Deacon facing a death sentence after multiple offenses. A Chinese diplomat Li Yung Chane arrives in London to begin a national visit at the invitation of Lord Salisbury.
Father Wm Cor nell rector of the American college led a group of American pilgrims to the pope who blessed them as a body and allowed priests in the Pauline chapel to give each pilgrim a separate papal blessing during services. New Coly Turned Out for July. Mint reports July coinage totals at U S mints: Gold 2 918 200 dollars silver 1 002 000 dollars with half dollars 9 090 minor coins 21 000. Total 4 034 200.
A boiler explosion at Morrow's brick works near Liston, Salem, Oregon fatally injured operator John McGeehan and badly scalded Homer Fleming and Franl Spence.
George Tt. Russin was shot and killed in Metcalf Sunday during a Sunday school session. John Lilly, both prominent county figures, is implicated in a dispute over an outstanding account. Authorities report the incident followed a recent falling out over money owed by Russin to Libby. Wrecked as a Natural Gas Explosion.
The War Department opened bids Monday for ordnance supplies authorized by the current fiscal appropriation. Proposals cover gun carriages for 10 inch to 16 inch weapons from firms in St. Paul, Lebanon, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Alliance, Cleveland, and Hamilton with prices ranging from about 5 000 to 18 000 per unit, plus forgings, mortars, and finishing work. Navy bids for steel gun forgings from Bethlehem and Midvale Steel Co. exceed the 24 cent per pound cap, potentially delaying awards until Congress sets limits.
A Fort Madison passenger train collided with the California and Mexico express two miles east of Bosworth Missouri at 11 10 AM Monday. Nine passengers were injured with one or two likely to die.
In Lafayette Indiana on August 4 a distressing incident centers on Elya Waldron a 10 year old orphan living with A M Patterson on a local farm She attended church crying uttering a farewell like statement before leaving with property authorities note her distress amid the drought era circumstances
A mob attacked Hymera mines near Sullivan torching the plant and guarding the site while the shaft burned. The Old Pittsburgh Coal Company losses reach about 850000. Elsewhere a mob hanged Mrs. Nettie Chrisman in Mopesti amid rumors of her alleged character. Authorities vow investigation as other incidents unfold across the state including wrecks, robberies, and accidents.
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