06 Oct 1894
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1894
Page
1
A swindling concern at Lathrop, Missouri sells bogus deeds claiming government ties while the government says it won’t prosecute as rights are untouched. The article lists estimated U S earnings by sector including agriculture, manufacturing, mining, transportation, commerce, shipping and banking with large dollar figures.
France proposes a broad sports display linked to the 1903 exposition. The Bois de Vincennes will be reserved for events. A commerce ministry commission will draft a general programme including fencing boating gymnastics military drills athletics boxing and polo.
The article notes a fast travel link between Philadelphia and Baltimore taking a little over two hours while also referencing steam boats operating along the Delaware and Chesapeake canals between five rivers. It suggests a varied journey with an all-night potential and hints at evolving routes for the traveling public.
A New York girl meeting a discarded lover at a funeral carriage rekindles old ties. They converse, ride together, and decide to seize the moment, but their plan leads to an abrupt interruption as they face a minister aboard.
A Wiennish journalist reports on spheristis topics tied to love, women and marriage discussed during German parliamentary sessions. Ginmarck quotes claim SUL gives men an extraordinary advantage guiding life without feminine influence. Another speech suggests women are more additive to state affairs than men.
In Voir county Met, owner Meron cy Childs runs Jurene rattiesnake farm expanding a profitable pesutis industry. He claims high yields and supplies, while ecological wardens report declines tied to operations and related rattlesnake byproducts sold as relics.
A lone, vicious water bird attacked a passerby near Picrids waterways. Bystanders intervened as the creature lunged, piercing the man’s eye and entering the brain. He died several hours later from the injuries.
A caricaturist’s spoof renamed Pargipexy Casimin Prenire as M. Casimpir Verrier highlighting a strong jaw and imposing look. The spoof did not harm his standing. it boosted his prestige as an uncompromising watchdog of the republic.
Aatcent delivered from Australia New Zealand to London the largest single load of refrigerator meat. It included 70.6 percent var. casess of sheep 200 haunches and same number of legs of mutton 160 tons heel 140 bags of bullocks hearts 46 bags oxtails and kidneys Teates of oysters and 7 cases of batter. The shipment used an actionia machine for refrigerating purposes.
The Hannoverische Courier reports that Dawe’s armor failed against a cannon shot at Spandau indicating the armor’s uselessness. The exhibit at Hertin allegedly used special cartridges with a light powder charge to test the invention.
A New York woman near a funeral cortege seized a thief who grabbed her pocket as a carriage entered a church. She restrained him with a sharp remark and struck him, delaying the theft until a police officer arrived. The incident shows women’s courage under pressure.
The article argues that economic downturns influence eating behavior and health. It cites Heller and medical experts noting doctors and drug specialists have less work during low mood periods. The piece suggests malnutrition and dietary changes accompany hard times, with people eating less and seeking simpler foods.
An exchange notes asbestos is already in use and expanding to carpet and clothing. The report mentions costs and hats of asbestos made for firemen, highlighting broader adoption of the mineral in paints building materials steam packing and mats.
The Standard reports Japanese forces attacked Chinese troops at Anchow and Yichow on September 27 28 and were repulsed at both locations. Chinese officials deny any ongoing negotiations for a Japan Germany peace treaty.
Commissioner Kernan leads New York inquiry into the Pullman strike remedies. Testimony cites government actions and various proposals while opposing parties debate between employer and employee interests. Public relief and remedial legislation are seen as essential steps.
Mrs. Gar of Chicago, widow of the late Harrison, has decided to name James Wilde Berry of England as her heir. The marriage was once rumored, and the adoption has created a sensation in Chicago society as Berry is linked to Geonsive estates in England.
The Sept meeting of the German convention featured Prof. Omann delivering a lecture on aerial locomotion. He predicted a complete application of aeroplanes using an oblique plane principle and referenced Mocin's machine as a next step in progress.
The appeal of Paul Lage, alias Maraédithe, has been predicted after a Halian Bolshevist was given twenty years for attempting to assassinate Premier Aristophon during a car ride to the chamber. Lage fired a revolver at the premier but missed as the convoy moved.
An unidentified colored man was run over and cut on the PT. & N. path near the city. The engineer halted the train and found the man ahead. Authorities suspect foul play and murder, with the body placed on the track.
New York Sept 28 report on James J Corbett and James J Fitzsimmons. Telegram from Bangor mentions Fitzsimmons challenger and that Corbett will not comment yet. He must first meet Steve O Donnell before any notice.
An 1894 dated dispatch from Buzzard's Bay quotes Grover Cleveland praising the convention's actions and urging the attendees to understand the information and act suitably. The text reflects cautious confidence in the decision making of those present.
Paris dispatch reports the French chambers have been convoked for October, signaling the opening of a new legislative session. Officials announced the convocation as part of routine constitutional procedure.
Hannispuna Pa September 28 The Association of Pennsylvania Trust Cos is organized with E B McKuyway of Pittsburgh as president Twenty five trust companies are represented
George Appo, known as a notorious green goods man and Lexow committee witness, lies injured in Chambers Street hospital with a cut throat after a Friday afternoon incident at a saloon. Saloonkeeper Reardon is suspected, but locals think Appo may have self inflicted the wound while intoxicated. Attorney Goff saw Appo before the incident and suspects he was targeted by others to remove him. Appo was restrained in a straight jacket and denies Reardon caused the cut.
Septembers after the New York express wreck near the city, six men are jailed on charges connected to the crime. Charles Miller W Pulle and Fred Eppert were arrested in Clary county coal regions. George Hoberts taken at Brazil and Ed Holloway, jailed weeks ago, confessing. Authorities say new evidence will bring the rest to justice.
Jeffersonville Indiana September 2 Geo Meger a watchman at Gathrigh t s Nour mill on the falls was caught by steel in a looped chain and drawn into a fly wheel. His right arm was torn from the socket and his chest lacerated he was held between the bones for minutes before extraction and is mortally injured. The Knights of Horner reference appears as unrelated local news.
Secretary of the Treasury rejected all recently received Teddies for the proposed Merilan Mississippi geet office building. Congress had directed the secretary to finalize plans to provide recommendations for the U.S. District Court and for the Post Office.
Andre Hansworth of Shelter Avenue was mortally wounded in a groin shooting by a footpad who robbed him early Friday near Ashlanol Avenue and Phinning Street. The assailant fired at the officer and Hansworth was taken to Alexander Brothers Hospital in critical condition.
Richard Armstrong, former Allegheny City councilman, was found guilty in criminal court on a charge of offering 200 dollars to John Born to vote for a civil engineer in the new Allegheny City water works project. The jury recommended mercy.
The city board of police commissioners decides to suppress gambling dens after a snap inspection. The governor aims to shut all gambling houses in the state, with plans to reopen or reform measures uncertain as details remain unclear.
The Cunard Line steamer Lucania arrived Friday. It completed a Queensbay to New York voyage in five days seven hours and forty eight minutes, beating its best east and west runs by sixty minutes.
Edelen of Springfield Kentucky and Miss fansy Rogers of Saakville were married in the Union depot ladies waiting room at 4 o clock Friday morning. Miss Rogers parents opposed the marriage over a religious difference.
The interior department conducts a full recheck of the pine lands on the Thippens reservation in Minnesota after discovering many discrepancies in the initial survey.
Dispatch from Delagoa Bay says the governor with 300 white troops and 6000 native allies will lead operations against Kaffirs surrounding Lourento Marquesi.
At Baxry Sept 29 the constitutional convention adopted the new charter after a vote of Mayes and 45 noes with two Republicans siding with the minority. The report comes from the committee of the whole.
Oct 1 The Mikado calls up the national guard reserves for active service amid rising foreign anxiety in Pekin and Tien-Tsin. Oct 2 Rumors of a Japanese landing near Shanghai Kee-Fuo coast and foreign defense efforts intensify. Sept 20 Shanghai dispatch reports Japanese warship Naniwa engaging a Chinese vessel. the ship was burned, stranded, then destroyed after crew fled ashore.
The Community of the Brothers of the Church was instituted at St Chrysostoms chapel with Russell Whitcomb taking vows as Brother Hurd. The order, approved by Bishop Potter, aims to aid the poor and requires a five year vow period with annual renewals. Brothers wear a plain brown habit with a black cross and girdle.
Jim Corbett replies to Bob Fitzsimmons warning of a forfeit posting and proposes a match only if Fitz can beat Steve O'Donnell. He questions the posting venue and notes his own past opponents were second class. An O'Donnell challenge for 16 dollars a side accompanies the corbett letter.
Hon John Haggart minister of railways and canals returned from the Soo report where water was set for the canal. He is satisfied with the work and says vessels will pass through this fall, but the formal opening is postponed until next spring.
In Manntreourne West Virginia on October 1 the mangled body of Mrs Sharon an elderly widow was found on the Baltimore and Ohio tracks near Magnolia after being struck by a west bound accommodation train. Two hours later her son Henry a firefighter on a freight train was killed in a rear end collision a mile away.
County Treasurer William Coe and County Commissioners McAdam Orr and Fisher were arrested Monday on grand jury indictments charging embezzlement of about $12,000 from Dallas County treasury.
Bezzari's Bay Mass Oct 1. President Cleveland spends time fishing and supervising improvements at Gray Gables. He will likely prolong his stay here about three weeks.
Paris dispatch says there is no truth in the report circulated by Le Patrie and La Cocarde that Trapay Will Noe plans to resign. The Echo notes no corroboration and dismisses rumors as unfounded.
Dispatches from Tien Tsin warn foreigners not to proceed to Pekin as road and water routes are filled with hostile troops. Several British residents in Pekin have been assaulted, including an interpreter. Rumors say the Irene brought rapid fire guns for Chinese forces. Japanese cruisers sighted daily off Chee Foo. a landing is rumored. An insurrection may have broken out in Shang Tung.
In Chicago on October 2 the United States court of appeals hears Judge Harlan of the Supreme Court read the opinion. He holds workers may quit a strike but cannot conspire to cause damage or embarrassment. He affirms a legal strike exists and modifies Judge Jenkins injunction.
Joseph Howard Witheford, representing New Zealand, travels to Washington to urge a US Australia colonies trade link. He cites last year’s foreign trade at £500 million and hopes US capital will fund a five steamship line, seeing potential profits if Americans export over European rivals.
A guest at the Center house on the ground floor was robbed in sleep. The thief took an entire suit of clothes a large sum of money and a gold watch using a fish pole and hook after removing the window screen.
Loxpon reports Maree McCalmont owner of the famed horse Isinglass will inherit property valued at nearly £4,000,000 on October 9. The announcement notes the substantial bequest tied to the Isinglass legacy and the transfer date.
The coinage of gold at the various mints in September amounted to $4 033.00 while silver coinage reached $8 795 370 of which $677.20 were standard silver dollars.
The September debt statement shows a net rise in public debt by 8 252 700 84 after subtracting cash in the treasury. The figure reflects the government’s overall borrowing and cash position for the month.
The annual ste convention of the Patrons of Husbandry of Ohio will be held in this city with over 200 delegates expected to attend.
Aged woman Mrs Nick Pentesey fell down stairs in Staines on October 2 and is in a dying condition.
Secretary Carlisle on Monday named F. C. McDowell of Town as chief of the accounts division in the treasurer's office at 2500 and E. M. Dickerson of Arkansas as chief of division in the auditor's office at 2000.
Washington reports the government took in 79,279,414 dollars in the first quarter of the fiscal year and spent 59,120, leaving a deficit of 19,079,710 dollars for the period.
Oct 1 New York officers sweep liquor bans with Sunday closures across city hotels cafes and drug stores. Saloons hide behind locked doors while Hoboken remains busy with beer drinkers. Jefferson Market Court handles excise cases as 240 arrests are recorded, many held on bond after a chaotic day.
In Loxspos Oct 1, ministers refuse to detail policy on the house of lords and home rule. Lord Rosebery avoids cabinet debate, risking liberal unity over abolition of the peers. Henry Labone and leaders O'Brien McCarthy Healy threaten dissolution if policy remains unclear.
About one hundred workers were notified by the treasury secretary that their services are terminated. The secretary refuses to publish names and will keep the discharges confidential. In another item, Guatemala asserts sovereignty over a border region and Mexico expresses hopes for peaceful settlement with diplomats involved.
Three men robbed the Southern Pacific east bound express two miles east of Maricopa. They forced the crew to stop the train and searched the car for valuables. One bandit was mortally shot by officers. the other robbers fled. Deputies pursue. authorities believe the gang also linked to a Congress stage robbery. The penalty for train robbery in Arizona is death.
A movement began in Leon County to resist railroad tax payments for a non existent wildcat line. The organization now numbers about 3000 with lodges at every schoolhouse. Bondholders hired J F Peck for collection but locals will not feed him or allow bids on members property. No trouble is expected unless force is used.
A five story flour mill in Wat Terloo Indiana owned by Dr Shepard of Convoy and run by Frank Goodman was wiped out by fire at 7 am Monday. The blaze started from an explosion in the dust room. Shepard faces £9000 loss with £1000 insurance while Goodman loses $200 with no coverage. Miller Daniel Kagey was trapped and jumped from a window suffering serious burns.
Wm Farrell alias Farrow, arrested in Olean for whisky theft and jailed six months in Erie county penitentiary, was discharged Monday due to a writ flaw. He then learned he inherited $32,000 from his aunt Elizabeth Welch of Chicago.
Fire at midnight leveled the Mirror Lake house in Lake Placid amid strong winds. The popular inn had just closed after a record season. Loss exceeds $150,000 with limited insurance coverage and the cause remains undetermined.
In Omana Nebraska on October 2 a newsboys strike halted Chicago papers after claims hotel stands were prioritized. Violent assaults on agents occurred before arbitration produced a readjustment satisfactory to the agents and discussing fair distribution.
Charles Montague section boss of the Kanawha and Michigan railroad shot Will McComboy a prominent young businessman in a shanty boat near Lattes Kanawha river Montague surrendered after the fatal act The incident occurred October 2 at Cangheston West Virginia with an unnamed woman present
A tornado struck Wichita from the north around 3 p m Monday tearing up property in all directions. Several people were injured but there were no fatalities reported.
A blaze at B B Pierce's farm residence in Wilmot near the state line killed four people and burned two others. Pierce, a well known farmer in southern Osh county, slept upstairs as his family of a wife, three sons, and a daughter faced the deadly flames. The son who first noticed the fire leaped to the stairs and then returned to wake others.
Richmond reports an attempted assassination of detective John T Norris by Grecoky and Tarrer, famed for scams that drained over $103000 from midwest citizens. Goshen woolen mills burned with $11000 fire loss and $8000 insured. Richmond elevator accident kills Joseph Wohisbel. Elwood sues to block a Des Moines crematory patent. unionized grocers adopt Sunday closing and price meetings.
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