20 Oct 1894
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1894
Page
1
Rev J A Zan cites Eden in a symbolic globe view while noting truancy laws in New York City with twelve agents enforcing school attendance. Philadelphia closes six city baths after a season with 1,018,287 visitors marking a rise in free public baths nationwide.
A veteran journalist notes the ex-chancellor appears aged and frail after recent events. He struggles with eating and speaking clearly, making his condition hard to understand, as observers describe a marked deterioration.
Unclear fragment shows Miss Enna Keown connected to a local matter. Text mentions a fee of S10 and terms about effecting some agreement or action. Source readability is limited.
Authorities in Washington prohibit construction of a structure over 116 feet tall on a tree and enforce a ban after inspectors found the upper stern building could be reached by a series of ladders. The move aims to stop dangerous access and risk to the public.
A garbled report notes a government rebate issue and a train incident. It mentions a single passenger conman linked to the English railroad and a fatality occurring in the first half of the year while traveling on the train.
A garbled finance snippet discusses wealth totals and income figures, mentioning millions, fluctuations, and capital terms. It references measurement of wealth and taxation or levies but the text is unclear and incomplete, with many distorted words and broken phrases.
Fragmentary report states General Mothevenn will be retained next of age. mentions General Heavard and a remaining army corps during the rebellion. Confusing text references battles and ranks with unclear names and dates.
Fragmented OCR text suggests concerns over American passports and officials in Europe. It mentions European bearers of American documents facing tampering and destruction and references a ship and a sultan's country. The reading is garbled and uncertain about concrete details.
The session discussed introducing the whipping post for crimes against children. Supporters argued imprisonment is not always fitting or adequate for cruelty to minors.
The text describes Rhode Island with 20 miles length and 8 miles breadth totaling 5 250 square miles. It then states Mr Warren's lane area as a square miles long and that it is therefore comparable to Baode stand.
The article notes educational institutions begin to shut down different lines as money concerns tighten. It claims entering classes exceed previous years, outpacing natural population growth, and the Observer expects continued strain from the rising numbers and fiscal pressures.
The will of Ars Charles Lox of San Francisco, now admitted to probate, establishes a fund for the promotion of schools for manual training and industrial education. It directs relief for teaching trades to young people of both sexes across California, with emphasis on San Francisco.
The University of Pennsylvania enters journalism this year with a daily newspaper, The Pennsylvanian, evolving from a weekly. Other universities including Yale Harvard Cornell Brown and Princeton already run daily papers, while Yale News pays its business manager and editors modest salaries.
The article notes New York City and Brooklyn hold more wealth and income tax burden than any other region, with over 1,000 millionaire claims and 45 residents each worth more than 10 million. It highlights a concentration of high net worth individuals and unusual wealth distributions across the state.
Remains of a six story structure built by the Jezrealites lie on a hill near Chatham England. The temple was designed to house 344000 people and prepare 144000 chosen souls for ascent to Heaven at the millennium. Builders aimed for fireproof materials to endure a general conflagration foretold to end the universe. Funds for the project ran out after six stories were completed.
The inquiry reveals alleged police rot, saloon protection payments, and a court clerk controlling naturalization tests. Testimony cites a ten dollar monthly saloon permit and payments from Cunard line associates, with officials linked to certificates and declarations.
Indictments detail the sugar trust history and large type arguments. The cases involve Havemeyer Searles and others facing questions from the Senate sugar trust investigating committee. Indictments cover extensive pleadings and challenge the pertinence of questions about state campaign contributions and national funds.
Fire at 111 Haslover Street corner Hanover Place began Thursday night and trapped residents on the upper floors. One man was killed and one woman seriously injured after leaping from windows as a wooden fire escape ladder failed. the Swedish German owner and family were away when the blaze started.
Detailing that a new industrial army is forming under Gen Kelly the movement remains active into next spring with plans for a lengthy march to the capital. The headquarters sits in a large tent on Eighth Street serving as daytime meeting and rest space for the winter tramp population in California.
Dispatch from Tokio reports a detachment of Japanese cavalry and infantry attacked 2000 Chinese at Vista on Wednesday and routed them. Vista remains in Japanese hands.
Louisville report notes the rebuilt span of the Louisville and Jeffersonville bridge was finished on Thursday. The span that collapsed on December 15 last caused multiple worker deaths and is now replaced.
Oct. 12 report from Remus details an extensive conspiracy to assassinate the exzar. Police deem the plot formidable due to many army officers among its members. Numerous arrests have reportedly occurred in Wares, Odesse, and Kieff.
Buchanner October 12 reports Prince Ferdinand of Bulgaria and Princess Mzsie welcomed a daughter born Thursday. The event adds a new member to the royal family with no further details on name or lineage provided.
A report from October 13 notes China may seek peace with Japan and recognize Korea’s independence while paying war indemnity. Minister Oteri to Corea recalled for failed reforms. Inouye to succeed. Reports from Ju Ju show Chinese forces near Wi Ju with Japanese countermeasures and artillery exchanges. First noted sighting in early November.
Vice-President Howard and others connected with railway passes were among those robbed in a pickpocket incident at a station. An advertisement offered a reward for the return of a pocket containing a torn bank draft and a cherished rifle, as police pursued the culprit amid crowded conditions.
At Archbishop Ryan’s residence the U S archbishops unanimously decided to recognize the Ancient Order of Hibernians as an admirable society. Patrick O Neill, president of the Ancient Order, called the recognition a significant step and said national directors would be convened for knowledge on church matters. A Philadelphia divisions meeting is planned for next week.
Reports say the steamer Hisci and Malis wrecked near the coast, causing many injuries and significant property loss. Officials cite low water and rock falls as causes, with several residents harmed and emergency crews responding to the scene.
A farmer saw rails moved near Pridas seven miles from the city early morning. Officials traced the incident as train wreckers attempted to derail the Santa Fe express. No one was injured and authorities pursued suspects across the countryside.
A damaged report describes a blast at a metropolitan police area eight miles from the town, with a glass tube and gunpowder suggesting a volatile device. The incident occurred on a Friday and the fuse was extinguished before detonation, becoming a notable early case in the well known prosecutions.
In Yowa on October 12, reports say the Pichaelso Picicer mine near an English-owned settlement has been relocated by parties backed by Montana mining capitalists, who claim the mines are owned by aliens. The British company Beulish remains allowed to operate until court decision.
Washington reports steps will be taken to the pension bureau to pursue punishment of remaining members of the boards of pension examiners involved in the Van Leaken frauds. Indictments against several board physicians have already been returned.
Semi official reports from Benin on October 1 describe the czar of the Hussias as in very serious condition despite contrary statements.
South Framingham reporting that ex champion John L. Sullivan negotiates leasing the Davis farm in South Sherborn Massachusetts. He plans to establish a sanitarium on the property and will set up facilities for public health use.
Public sentiment in Jacksonville supports hosting the Corbett Fitzsimmons bout as there is no Florida law preventing such boxing matches. The item notes local opinion and the legality aspect being favourable for an event in the city.
Miss Emily R. Wood, sister-in-law of John N. Scateherd, and two young girls died when a phaeton drawn by a high-spirited horse was struck by a freight train as it crossed the belt line near Niagara Boulevard. Wood and the elder girl died soon after. the younger died at home. Wood suffered internal injuries and was taken to General Hospital. The broken carriage remained lodged on the engine. Mrs Scateherd was elsewhere.
Crivacea and Geo W. Howard discuss annual railroad and Pullman passes. Howard, vice president of the A R U, says most heads of railroads issue passes and cites Lake Shore & Michigan Southern as the sole company denying him one. Wickes of the Pullman Co notes passes for railway leaders are customary and remains unresolved.
In Bluff City, James Serants was arrested on forgery charges after a reported payout by his mother. On a sunny morning Will Richards, a married man from Bluff City, was found shot dead with a bullet hole, and authorities suspect a $75 cash on his person relates to the case.
Berlin dispatch reports Cardinal Amilcare Malureda from Fermo as a potential influence on the papal election. The commentary notes reform ideas circulating during the conclave and questions about how a noble lineage may affect support for current leadership.
In New Year October 5 a group of city cloak and suit makers held a meeting at Fifth Avenue Bowl. They resolved not to take action toward piquering or signing to confer with the strikers. They deemed the strikers' demands unreasonable.
Provost G 20 Hargison states a friend on G20 has provided dormitory funds to the University of Iounmia. This supplements the $10 contributed earlier in the week by Mincerio of the Philadelphia Record.
The fishing schooner General Cogswell from the banks reports sighting a wreck about nine miles off Reed Shoals. The hull, roughly eighty tons, lay bottom up.
U. S. Marshal Harmon of Toledo arrested John Rory, a young farmer near Van Wert, on counterfeiting charges. He allegedly raised one, two, and five dollar bills to higher denominations. Rory was taken to Toledo for custody.
Le Journal reports an upcoming conference in Pekin by agents of several powers to seek a board of mediation to arbitrate the Sino Japanese dispute.
An ex sheriff John Coldren is linked to a death found in an alley in Iowa City Iowa on October 15 as authorities pursue a case involving ex forces. The fragmentary report hints at ongoing inquiries into the incident and Coldren's possible involvement.
The dispatch covers a lynching near Princeton Kentucky of Willis Griffey a colored man accused of outraging a woman. It also notes a double incident in Jacktown Indiana with Hubert Burr killing Arthur Pray after a dispute. Burr is jailed. A separate report mentions a man named Williamson killed. another case in Lesponx Ohio notes a local assault suspect captured near Delaware.
Katherine and Elizabeth Nolan of Waterford aged about twenty and nineteen were arraigned in Daniston court on first degree murder charges for allegedly poisoning John Nolan with arsenic to collect life insurance. Johnny's death on June 13 prompted coroner's autopsy and related testimonies. The case was adjourned to January. In Brizabira a mother and three children died in a barn fire as Jennie Harriman's family faced tragedy with absent husband. Also notes a surge in demand for Columbian half dollars at treasuries and subtreasuries with limited supply.
Treasury official Morgan received a notice from Assistant Trier Jordan in New York stating that the first withdrawal of Sloest ty mold from the sun treasury for export has occurred. The report notes the withdrawal has had a differing effect among treasurers.
A dry dock at Port Royal is expected to finish within a month as anticipation grows. The project involves dredging and channel work contracted to Write tenhutone Mensre Co of Motdie to shift and widen approaches. Delays and weather are noted factors as workers prepare to restore access and resume theater operations.
The state board of appraisers and assessors fixed the tax due under new Ohio revenue laws. The Imgan Co must pay 3024.02 dollars and the aner 2095 dollars as separate assessments.
Wisconsin district court confirms part of Special Master’s report clearing Receiver Oakes of misconduct as official of the Northern Pacific Railway and company receiver. The decision commends the receiver’s conduct and endorses the exoneration.
Fan. River Mass. 14 all except the Lara Lake and Richard Borden mills are closed for repairs. On Monday about 1,000 weavers, mostly young men, paraded streets and gathered at South Park for a mass meeting.
Advices from Calcutta report the Ameer Dring in critical condition. A special vice royalty council has been summoned to meet in Simla to address the crisis.
Paris reports that Interior Minister and premier M Dupuy ordered six Spanish toreros expelled from France for bullfights in Nimes and Dax where bulls were killed in defiance of the prohibition.
New York Oct 15 Levi P Morton’s coachman John James Howard has been arrested as an alien contract laborer. The man alleges he sailed June 30 from Southampton to New York to work as an under coachman for Morton at 50 dollars per month. The case cites the alien contract labor law and a warrant issued by Secretary Carlisle, detailing the contract made in June and the journey from England to the United States.
At Prohibition Park Father Massivan answered questions about Catholic loyalty to government and priestly vows. He stated the Catholic Church's constitution aims at spiritual ends and cannot clash with a government that upholds natural morality. He also said priestly obedience is for church matters only and does not affect citizenship.
Nd Oct b- two murderers were sentenced by the garrison this morning. The report notes the judgment without detailing names or locations.
Veterans who served in the gunboat flotilla and related crews are denied under the dependent pension act as the pension office treats them as civilian employees. Capt. John A. Dobie and Captain Duble condemn the ruling, urging Congress to rectify what they call a grave injustice to Foote era gunboat veterans.
The annual election for the Cincinnati Southern road was held October 16 at the Odd Fellows temple. Nine seats were chosen by the C., H. & D. contingent while Drexel Morgan backed candidates faced with a single opposing ticket. The C., I. & D. faction remained steadfast and secured ownership of the Southern road.
Washington reports the weather bureau seeks to extend the signal service along the gulf coast to Yucatan to forecast Caribbean and gulf storms and warn shipping in advance, reducing losses and preserving lives. Also notes a robbery of the Pacific Express Co. in Danes Oregon of about 14 to 15 thousand dollars and details on Confederate Monument corner stone in Louisville Kentucky.
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