International Deal on Dealers Faces Anarchist Plots
Russian and German governments seek an international accord on dealers amid reports of anarchial plots and plotters. The effort aims to curb illicit networks and coordinate policing across borders.
10 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1896
Page
1
Russian and German governments seek an international accord on dealers amid reports of anarchial plots and plotters. The effort aims to curb illicit networks and coordinate policing across borders.
Police move to curb sale of campaign buttons with indecent inscriptions in Kansas City as arrests have already been made. Authorities say the buttons violate decency standards and threaten public order while voters prepare for upcoming elections.
Greenwich observations record the clock by Bic Hen and note daily self adjustment. Over five days the error exceeded four seconds on some days, but most days the clock stayed within half a second and under two seconds on the majority of observations.
A concise note contrasts today’s Tun English with HW era English and compares the Phiteh of the Hoers in South Africa. It suggests substantial shifts in some speech varieties while others remained relatively stable over 240 years, with minor literary variation in Moers and enduring ties to the mother country.
A compiled report shows higher wine and beer intake across several European nations with France and Germany leading consumption. Figures indicate shifts toward stronger beverages, affecting market strategies for producers and retailers in Belgium Netherlands Norway and Sweden.
A recent theory explains sun spots as produced by downward currents in the sun's atmosphere. The downward rush reaches the sun's atmosphere, affecting depth and depth of heat and light, and appears as a dark spot on the solar surface.
In a medieval authority record, five individuals die from an alleged ailment described as new white tis. The text cites 450 to mid-years and mentions several other unclear figures and names, with scattered references to victims, observers, and public notes.
Fragmentary text notes a northern Madagascar fort of towering rock, nearly hundred feet high and eight square miles in area. The cliffed structure is said to be accessible only via a subterranean passage, with steep ascents making artificial ramps unnecessary.
A tavern keeper at The Crown faced capital punishment after joking that his newborn son would be heir to the Crows. The king sentenced him to death for high treason, and he was drawn and quartered.
Sailors report dense dey fogs west of Cape Verda islands spreading brick colored dust over decks and rigging. The dry mist can pile several inches deep, hindering navigation hundreds of miles from land.
A prominent lawyer visited Washington for patent matter discussions. An improvised burning glass created from a piece of ice and wax focused sunlight to ignite a cigar, demonstrating a curious improvised method. The entry ends with a cryptic note about an old entity named Cross Ratisbon and a faded phrase.
A Florida hurricane struck Cedar Keys on Tuesday morning, leaving a wide path of death and destruction across the southern state. Reports indicate over 20 towns wrecked, 49 to 59 killed with many more wounded, along with widespread telegraph and train disruption and massive property losses.
Contested reports from Constantinople note France and Russia pledging to preserve Turkey's integrity and the eastern status quo with Austria concurring. A German ambassador presented a photo of Kaiser Wilhelm to the sultan as evidence of friendship. Also reports of a wreck on the Richmond and Danville near Danville, Virginia with a wrecking train dispatched from Alexandria.
The czar and czarina of Russia arrived at Cherbourg from Portsmouth amid a stormy sea. President Faure greeted the czarina with a floral offering and the czar wore the Legion of Honor. A grand banquet followed before the royal party departed for Paris while Paris awed by crowds and security measures.
Garo and Hatch, Armenian refugee leaders, tell Daily News correspondent in Geneva they expect a possible upheaval in Constantinople and would wait a month to see if the powers honor promises. They deny targeting civilians and claim they would kill soldiers and police but spare peaceful residents.
A Havana dispatch dated October 3 reports Gen. Weyler's west campaign fails to trap or defeat Maceo. Gen. Melguizo and allied columns suffer three defeats in Pinar del Rio mountains and retreat to the coast. The captain-general suppresses details, censures El Diario del Ejercito, and blocks press wires to hide the setback.
News from Arkie north of St Joe reports a unknown man killed Mrs Bomley in her home Friday evening. After a fierce struggle the intruder beat her brains out as rooms showed blood and furniture broken. Posses search the area with threats of lynching the suspect if caught.
Journalist A. Carpenter reports from the Yukon camp at Wasumetron that British mounted police under Superintendent Constantine are levying tributes on American citizens and expanding the boundary 15 miles south into U S soil. A $16 head tax is collected from all foreigners, with high duties on American imports and rising dissatisfaction.
Land mining in Massitos QO resumes after posters threaten pay delay beyond oct 1 under Pittsburgh rate. Ottoman Bank Shipping Securities report large transfers from Constantinople via Paris. a million francs sent by Credit Lyonnais. Nashville trustee Harrison of Monroe county missing with 7000 to 10000 dollars in books short. warrant issued. Four Choctaw boys burned to death at Antlers academy in Galveston.
A Washington Herald special says diplomats believe a definite understanding between Joseph Chamberlain and Secretary Olney has emerged on the Venezuela boundary dispute. No terms are disclosed. next talks with Lord Salisbury and Pauncefote are expected to shape a formal proposal from Chamberlain to Olney.
Oct. 6 report from Florida storm zones says death toll rises and losses mount. Baker County faces widespread ruin with many left destitute, lacking shelter food and clothing as counties urge governor aid or an extraordinary legislative session. Oldtown in Lafayette reports the worst storm yet with complete destruction of homes barns and fences.
The Band Road freight wreck at Philson near Cumberland drew hundreds of visitors as workers bar debris to reopen the main track. By Monday three more bodies were found, bringing fatalities to seven. Charles Dowling of Cincinnati was identified by a pocket letter. Injured crewmates show steady improvement.
The Chronicle hints that Lord Salisbury and the czar reached a secret entente during Balmoral visit and may lead to dethroning the Turkish sultan. The czar reportedly favored intervention but Salisbury avoided triggering a Christian massacre in Constantinople. The two leaders now reportedly agree on intervention. Flood losses in Morgan County West Virginia total 200000 with De Ford & Co and local inns among with the heaviest损损.
Miners at the Little Muddy mine ended their strike and resumed work Monday. The operation began after an advance of four cents per 20 bushel box was granted. The move follows three months of idleness at York mills in Saco Maine and notes a likely reduction in tire form costs from last spring.
The Rolling Prairie post office was broken into, with hundreds of dollars in stamps and cash stolen, suspected Chicago crooks. Ep Funk of New Amsterdam died after taking poison amid a love affair. Isatan Stanos, 70, was found dead in a Elko cornfield, heart disease the likely cause. Joseph I DaLay, near Brazil, died of stomach cancer and led miners during a seven month strike. A new Masonic hall cornerstone was laid in Browns town with Wm. E. Smythe presiding. A fire at J.C. Peterbaugh’s Elkhart implement house caused 4000 dollars in losses, with 1800 insurance. The Vandalia railway faced a 10000 dollar suit over a conductor’s death at Walnut Fork trestle. Noted Indiana figures and other local items follow, including a death in eastern Indiana political circles and various criminal cases and notices.
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