11 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1896
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR shows a January 1876 calendar fragment listing days and weekday labels. The readable portion includes scattered numbers and abbreviated weekday names without a clear event, description, or context.
The Senate finance committee quickly supported a substitute to the house bond bill proposing free coinage of silver. The plan would open US mints to silver coinage and issue standard silver dollars, with treasury notes and certificates to circulate as money. The measure, for which Mr. Jones led the report, passed 8 to 5 and heads to the Senate.
The Treasury announces sealed proposals for one hundred million dollars of four percent bonds in denominations of fifty dollars and multiples, to be dated February 1 1895 and payable in coin three years after, with 4 percent interest. Bids due noon February 5 1895. payments by installments or lump sum. bids may include coupon or registered bonds and specify denominations and payment city.
Eseraxp allocates 3 041 090 dollars for fortifications at Esquinimult in British Armorica with the aim of creating a second Gibraltar when completed.
A river named Tur Danulw runs through several countries where it Mor as a trade conduit. It spans about 4000 miles and now channels roughly four fifths of the region s commerce, shaping economic activity across eastern Europe.
The article reports a new determination of Mercury mass by De Hackimp, suggesting Mercury is about two thirds as dense as Earth rather than denser as previously thought. The New York Herald argues costs of building a certain facility would be far lower than possible damages from a hostile threat to New York City.
The high court states that a worn or defaced coin remains legal tender and must be accepted for payment. A carrier, facing penalties, resists paying damages, citing the coin’s condition and the denomination.
Mempiin getton exchange ads warn southern growers not to increase their cotton strains next year and urge prioritizing domestic supply needs. The suggestion is being echoed across the month.
Mise Prthnacek, the first woman lawyer in New duesser, wins a novel decision in chancery. The question was whether a woman lawyer should be compelled to remove her bonnet while passing the court. Chancellor Stilwise ruled she may keep it, saving valuable time for the court.
The article notes Utah’s potential statehood status and its strong banking capital over six million dollars. It highlights deposits across three banks and the region’s rich agricultural and mineral prospects, especially silver mines, underscoring prosperity in the Commonwealth.
A Bohemian bride near Disek stood for a church ceremony when a side altar taper went out. The woman cried that her candle was extinguished and others fell, amid villagers’ belief that a taper’s extinction foretells calamity for the person nearby.
Legislation proposes spending 124000 dollars to open a military national park along the Stanes river with Reed gear from the battlefield. Brenen would add to a national cemetery near Loneres, aiming to preserve the field of battle as free public high wards.
The Chicago Times-Herald reports responses from all but seven governors about how many troops could be in the field in four hours and in four days. The figures include 144 754 in four hours and 22 408 in three days and a half, with 50k others noted as spread to the front.
A Soldier Creek resident, W. Oh. Miner, manages a rich ledge and earns around $10 weekly. He declines offers to bond or lease, preferring independence and simple living. He claims happiness and contentment with his property and solitude.
As of Monday evening the Anna Lee mine at Vievor remains unreached with all entombed miners unaccounted for. Efforts to clear massive sock and timber collapse grow increasingly dangerous and the cage rental had not yet been secured.
J Pierpont Morgan, head of the bond syndicate, says he is not prepared to declare its next move. He notes 20 days to consider options and states no member has withdrawn, while he argues bidders should be able to obtain gold and that the syndicate has no corner on it.
The navy will issue orders without delay sending the ram Katahdin to the New York navy yard for minor finishing touches. The vessel, which became a navy ship Saturday, will be transferred to the Hitt wisi ip.
The exchange details Chamberlain and Rhodes denying rumors of prisoners being shot. Krueger defends the republic’s conduct and vows to uphold the London convention of 1862. Chamberlain pledges to publish the message and send an imperial order to Bulawayo to prevent raids.
Hanville Kentucky January 6 65 year old farmer Washington Richardson of Pulaski County near Somerset believes death will end his life on January 15. Extra Session Tudiana Legislature Possible. Ricusona Indiana January 6 Senator Charles E Shively says Republicans fear if the 1895 apportionment is ruled unconstitutional the 1893 law may be struck down prompting a special legislative session for relief.
Reports from Wavrana say Gomez commanded forces have captured nearby towns and surround Havana. Patriots control most of Cuba outside Havana with constant accessions, while defenses are bolstered around water and light works. Dispatches claim insurgents entering Havana and Havana’s capture rumors circulate.
Ohio Governor McKinley tells the General Assembly that state revenues fall short of expenses and urges new tax sources. He advocates no new debt, support for the State University, fewer state reports, and a preference for biennial sessions. He also calls for strong action against mob violence and notes militia support. Lincoln/Wayne counties and Columbus context appear.
A major upcoming event in Kiel promises a small but international exhibition focused on navigation and fisheries. Organizers aim to attract visitors and merchants, showcasing models, equipment, and regional fishery practices.
A cave-in at the Anna Lee mine on Hattie Mountain trapped eight men eight on the cage were likely dead and four other miners are presumed dead Rescue work continued through Sunday with anxious crowds gathered at Victor Agents confirm a shaft opening reached 11 30 pm and list names including Thomas Sheldon W E Loane Joseph Dunsnore Thomas Harnana Patrick May Jack Maloy and Frank McQuirk All workers are insured.
In Baltimore at the Cathedral, Francis Satolli was elevated to the cardinalate amid a grand ceremony attended by archbishops bishops and dignitaries. The event marked a historic moment as the papal envoy to the United States received the scarlet vestments and was celebrated as a seal on religious and social collaboration in America. The coverage notes the ceremony's splendor and broad participation across Catholic dioceses and notable officials.
Wreck of the Shandoah and Ohio Royal Blue flyer at Schooler's siding late Saturday night leaves five dead. The victims are Jesse Hing of Mineral City, Lon Mathers of Chillicothe, J H Cox of Mineral City, George Addis of Mineral City, and Thomas Michaels of Chillicothe. four others are badly injured with severe injuries to legs and arms and head.
Havana dispatch reports the Cuban insurrection expanding daily with rebels receiving unexpected aid. Gomez and Maceo’s victories near Troefka and across Santa Clara spur defections, declaring open war island wide. Government censors restrict western-front reporting and ban nonofficial updates.
Ottawa reports that seven cabinet ministers Foster Haggart Tupper Ives Montague Dickey and Wood have resigned over a Manitoba school issue. The government faces likely defeat as ministry factions split over education policy, causing major political upheaval.
Dr. Joseph Hubert Reinkens, a German physician aged 75, died in Bonn. He held medical positions and contributed to regional practice during his career.
Jane Panis and The Temps urge Britain to revoke the charter of the British South Africa Company at once. They argue France seeks friendly ties and opposes humiliating Britain, insisting Britain recognize a European context in Africa.
The second strike by Union Traction Co. motormen and conductors failed to attract many workers as only about 1,000 of 6,000 employees walked out on Friday morning, ending quickly.
Eighteen hundred troops embarked Sunday at Santander for Cuba in a mobilization linked to the Cuban theater. The process highlighted the growing strength and readiness of forces bound for occupation duties and anticipated operations.
Jan Hasinene reports that the Colonial society has placed 300 marks at the disposal of Dr. Carl Petters, the German commissioner in East Africa, to organize an expedition aiding the Boers.
Washington posts detail Senate and House proceedings from December 31 1893 to January 4 1894 with party splits over committee control tariff debate speeches from Lodge Voorhees Sherman and Butler and discussions on treasury fund allocations and redemption policies amid adjournments and formalities.
Berlin correspondents report German opinion split over Emperor William's message. The Times says Chamberlain spoke concisely for Britain to maintain the 3834 convention, with popular support to defend claims and resist Germany's pretensions. It adds Britain will align with other powers rather than Germany.
The Sterling Co from McKeesport PA and Carpenter Projectile Co of Pennsylvania win navy contracts to supply 13 inch and 12 inch armor piercing shells and 8 inch shells for ships Kearsarge Kentucky Brooklyn Puritan. Each firm receives 250 600 dollars. Contracts offered at low rates without competitive bidding.
January 6 report from Wasurgeros states the Secretary of the Interior approved land grants to the Northern Pacific Railroad Co. totaling 586,356 acres in the Miles City Montana land district and 2,393,089 acres in the Bismarck North Dakota land district.
Contracts for the new battleships Kearsarge and Kentucky were delivered to the secretary of the navy on Saturday duly executed and work has already begun at the Newport News Company.
A posse led by Jaller Griffin arrested Uriah Drew near the Jackson county line and took him to Mt. Vernon. Drew is wanted for a criminal assault on Miss Cenia Whitt who resides near Scaffold Cane.
In Koxoxo Indiana on January 6, a bankruptcy style filing lists Strauss, a clothier, as assignor. Assets valued at 15000 dollars with liabilities around 25000 dollars. Jo Heldman of Chicago holds a mortgage for 15000 dollars as the assigned party.
Indiana reports include C C Poats funding a reform home for fallen women near Menton Harbor with a trust plan to take a share of inmates wealth. legal challenges loom as relatives seek guardianship. Other items note a Muncie cracker factory planned outside trusts, a Plymouth druggist robbed, electric railways sold, labor measure drafting, a reform school proposal, theft and slander cases, building permits, fire losses, cholera deaths in cattle counties, funeral notices, and assorted court decisions.
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