21 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1896
Page
1
Japanese lawmakers sanction about 12 800 000 yen over seven years for extending telephone service and related construction proceeds at major sites. Also notes on temper and behavior linked to mind and body and a medical claim about Easter oil curing irritability in older patients.
The text describes figures for railway employees during a year ending June 40 with a total around 25 695 and a decrease of 22. It mentions employees killed and a separate count for those in service, but the fragmentary source limits precise interpretation and totals.
Fragment discusses widows adopting their deceased husband's full name for a year after death and criticizes the practice as absurd and a social stigma for women who do not follow it, noting it as a tradition tied to Christian naming customs.
The text mentions ten hills of Tioney plus cleenmistien and batted mates with various named items. It references certificates, silver, treasury items, and legal tender processes in a murky legal context.
The readable fragments mention a person named Jared, a godmother, and references to a throne. The legible parts imply a genealogical or ceremonial context with family roles and titles, but detailed events, places, and dates are obscured by garbled OCR.
A fragment describes Cephaleterer bees with keen beauty and a nest built by overlays of jet tapestry. The text notes glossy petallike structures and a mating and care cycle, hinting at the bee’s complex nesting habits and eye coloration.
The Northern express runs from Herbesthal to Byrdtkibuurm, a 417 kilometer route, taking 127 hours outbound and 21 hours return. It averages about 9 kilometers per hour, with a segment of nearly 6 miles. Previously Ibamborg to Ler jin held the fastest train record.
The article notes Herlin, capital of Trassia, is described as without slums with clean asphalted streets. It mentions eastern and northern districts housing the poor but denies the misery seen in other cities and cites Japanese claims about cities like Riote having no slums.
By order of the czar a new bell will be sent from St Petersburg to the Church of St John the Evangelist at Chatellerault France soon before the death of Emperor Alexander III. The bell named Alexander Nicholas bears inscriptions praising the czar and Russia.
Prof Bering of ald Tacrebaneete Sen presents three reports on medical guard duties. The publication notes the involvement of Deutsche Medizinische Wachen and outlines early findings from the described studies.
Official returns for November 3 show W. E. Smith a Democratic elector with 212 800 votes in the omitted Marshall McLean and Montgomery counties while three Republican electors total 257 0 states write that Marshall McLean and Montgomery counts missing may alter the final tally. McLean 2 060 Smith 4 together determine the statewide result with Breckinridge as a referenced rival in Seventh district.
The third session of the Farmers National Congress met on November 1 with two key events. Gen. Harris delivered no address, while a memorial to congressmen, urged by the National Wool Growers Association, was adopted for one year. Debate touched tariffs, wool and farm product prices, and prohibitions on bonded warehouses.
A New York meeting on November 13 discussed a proposed graduated income tax for all incomes and pledged support by the Knights if Congress acts or if endorsed by major geopolitical parties. The group also weighed opposition to national bank notes and endorsed a firm stand on money issuance policy.
Wasumarex November 12 reports that Jos S Miller commissioner of the internal revenue treasury department may resign his post. He had conferred with Secretary Carlisle and the president before an election and indicated a wish to retire from public service to enter private business. He was asked to postpone the move and await the election.
Julius Rosenthal of New York City faces a major sale arranged by Kettman Watson and Berheimer. The deal covers a one quarter interest in a large producing oil property with several thousand acres and over one hundred wells. The sale is set to commence December 1. Wells County area projects and an Engle Fort stake are noted in the conveyance.
Incomplete OCR fragment refers to a map sip event or note dated November mentioning regional topographic or expedition details. No clear people or organizations can be identified from the readable text.
Dispatch from New York dated November 14 notes officials worry over Cuban policy and possible trouble with Spain after Fitzhugh Lee reports to President Cleveland. It claims Spain’s forces in Cuba hate Americans, threatens American interests, and that the U.S. could mobilize large armies and fleets if war arises.
In Utah on November 14 the late election is attacked as unconstitutional for not preserving a secret ballot. Contestants claim the Australian ballot method was violated by judges marking ballots with voter numbers, exposing voting choices. They argue a court ruling could shift offices and affect future elections and electors.
Richard D W Wood assistant cashier of the Metropolitan National Bank for six years is wanted on a charge of appropriating about 200000. He is alleged to have used 40000 of his father in law 161000 belonged to his aunt and a large sum of his cousin all from Sparkville N Y. Authorities say the full extent of the siphoning may reach 200000. No trace of Woods is reported as search efforts continue vigorously.
The harbor defense monitor Terror left the navy yard for a second trial trip and anchored off the Hook. She then sailed to sea for an official trial of pneumumatic gun carriage movements and will fire her guns during the voyage. The Terror had a successful builders' test three weeks ago.
Gov Watson issues proclamation in Winswington Delaware on November 14 declaring McKinney electors Shaw Fooks and Wilson chosen. He counts votes for James G Shaw and James G Shaw Sr as one man, thus giving Republicans all their electors.
Capt. John Clifford of the Acadias reports the steamer went ashore near Michipicoten Island during a blinding snowstorm and heavy gale on November 5 while about a day from Fort William. All crew reached shore safely. the Reading is a total wreck with 25,000 bushels of wheat and other freight.
In Ricksonp Indiana on November 14 state Senator Charles E Shively a key holdover and leader discussed Gen Morrison for Senate. He noted that if Morrison showed interest the path to reelection could be eased by coordinated moves and support.
The annual report by the commissioner general of immigration records 345,267 total arrivals for the year, with 2,792 debarred and deported at line costs and 238 returned as public charges. Most arrivals were skilled and unskilled labor, with substantial funds brought in, and education gaps noted in several countries.
New York reports recruiting focused on filling vacancies as ships like the Puritan Brooklyn Katahdin and Helena lack crews. Congress added 1,000 enlistments to 11,000 total, but reels show ships ready yet to sail with insufficient seamen. Vermont works to recruit 2,000 men while several vessels remain docked.
Ex congressman For man of Illinois was formally offered the post of commissioner of internal revenue after Joseph H. Miller resigned to become vice president of the American Trust and Bonding Co. of Baltimore. For man asked time to consider and weighs the advice of Illinois friends.
A Manila dispatch via the Imparcial says an earlier claim of a Spanish victory at Nova Leta with 400 insurgent deaths was false. Spaniards attacked Nova Seitz on November 8 and 11 but could not carry the position, suffering about 200 losses.
A Mexico City dispatch says Guer ero state suffers a contagious fever outbreak feared to be yellow fever. October toll reached 580 deaths as physicians warn of severe ravages in the region.
The British steamer Tampica from Liverpool to New Orleans arrived at Fete of the Crew Unknown towing the abandoned and dismasted German bark Smidt. Crew fate of Smidt’s crew is unknown. Arthur Sewall in New York says Democrats scored two victories this fall and that silver must win in the end.
Senator James Ko. Jones chairman of the Democratic National Committee visited Little Rock on Sunday and boarded for St Louis. He will be joined by Fon, Wide Bryan, and the Missouri governor on a trip to St Louis.
Andrew J S Spute a Denver grocer and his family drowned when their boat capsized at Smiths lake Mrs Spute and the children died Spute survived Investigators allege he murdered his family to collect 12000 in life insurance He was arrested with Nellie Pavis jailed as a witness and the case shocks his friends
Nov. 17 report from Havana says no definite news on Gen Weyler’s movements against Maceo’s rebels in Pinar del Rio. Last telegrams placed him in the Rubi hills under fire. no further word has come amid loyalist anxiety and circulating rumors. Official dispatches cover skirmishes in other provinces. plans for a national loan meeting failed due to time with only 55 000 in subscriptions.
In Norfolk Virginia on November 17, two Wyatt Meeks children from Carolina township near Greenville were burned alive after playing with matches in a barn. Three younger boys aged three five and seven started the fire. the oldest escaped and locked his brothers inside. The blaze rapidly consumed the barn and the two younger boys were found burned beyond recognition, their remains requiring shovels to be removed.
In San Francisco on Monday the probate court heard that the late James G. Fair’s pencil will was withdrawn by attorney Delmas on behalf of Dr. Mark Livingstone. The decision leaves the contested trust will to be probated, signaling a possible compromise. Wool Merchants Back Dingley Bill in Philadelphia. dividends paid to failed banks. orders for engines and boilers boost Schenectady works.
Senator Voorhees at Teese Havre Indiana shows better health after weeks away from Washington with 211 visitors in ten days. His physician cites nervous prostration as the main issue and denies brain disease. plans to attend the congressional opening in December are mentioned.
Cipher dispatches describe a major engagement in Pinar Del Rio with Maceo and Weyler said to have met. Insurgents occupy hill positions and fire on Spanish troops who suffer repeated advances and heavy artillery fire. The hills are illuminated by flames as both sides fight intensely with no clear outcome yet.
Washington November 16 Many statements on the Cuban question circulated last week. The president says no trouble with Spain is expected and policy will not change, though emergencies may require decisive action. Cabinet members note the matter may be left to the new administration, while fortifications and defense works are being strengthened as a precaution and army officers push heavy ordnance prep along the Atlantic coast. secrecy is maintained and navy yards withhold discussion. Secretary Lament seeks to recoup defense costs, but peace-time prep continues under the adage prepare for war.
A Paris reported dispatch notes Spain shows a patriotic push to subscribe to the government loan. Women sell jewelry to aid the effort while bishops offer church plate. Madrid brokers plan to sell 4,000,000 pounds in scrip as banks open to take subscriptions. Ohio results show McKinley leading Bryan in electoral votes with a large margin.
A Sunday morning blaze in Elberton Georgia wiped out about $200000 in property. The fire started at the Elberton Cotton and Compress Co on McIntosh Street and spread along the street in two directions. In a separate note from Atlanta the Georgia presidential electors vote tally was reported with Bryan leading Palmer McKinley and Breckinridge among others.
A northwest storm lashed Washington and British Columbia for 48 hours causing widespread damage. Railroads suffer losses over 500000 dollars with many lines washed out or rebuilt.Communications cut by telegraph and steamers aiding stranded ranchers across towns like Snohomish Everett and Mount Vernon.
In New York on November 17 Cuban exiles forecast a near crisis as Gen Weyler battles Gen Maceo and a Spain United States war is discussed. Senor Junio de Castro argues Spain will provoke a war to distract from home dangers and prevent Carlist uprisings while losing Cuba could topple the current Spanish government.
The National Grange entered the second week of its session in Washington on November 17 with talks on appointing a secretary of agriculture, the Nicaragua canal, and equal protection for agriculture. Delegate Robinson of Canada spoke on Grange history and scope in Canada. Interstate Commerce Commissioner Knapp urged government control to ensure fair railroad rates for all farmers and the public.
In Newnan and Havana areas, Cubans report no confirmation of the alleged battle between Weyler and Maceo. Rumors say Weyler was near the trocha with detachments seeking Maceo, but locals doubt the campaign plan succeeded. Nearby, Gen E W Pettus is nominated for U S senator by Alabama lawmakers amid caucus choices.
Mechanics Mutual Savings and Loan in Indianapolis assigns to Albert Rabb about 35 090 in assets and liabilities. A Wayne County man Robert Smith commits suicide by carbolic acid after illness and repeat sickness. Chief Hokagor claimants total 118 534 52 across 272 families with each claimant receiving 135 79. Studebker Manufacturing in South Bend doubles capital stock to 3 600 600. Cope farm assets 19 000 liabilities 1 000 with trustee. Tragedy at Rushville as Kortiz killed by wheel blast. Fire burns hay barn and eight horses near Crown Point. Congressional vote tallies show district by district results and republican majority near McKinley electors. Oil deal nets one-fourth interest near Montpelier for 57 000. Cudahy pipeline expansion to Neils county. Red Key parade features wheelbarrow stunt. Miami chief Pecongea dies at 52. Business confidence returns. factories reopened. Taunt & Co. desk factory burns for 45 000. Ohio Falls Car Mfg closes May contract for 159 cars and cabooses. Grand Lodge E O 0 P plans new building in Indianapolis.
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