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Newspaper

Olympia Tribune

Location

Olympia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1892

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Death of Major Trotter Casts Gloom on Camp Murray

Major Frederick H. E. Trotter of the 24th United States Infantry dies at Camp Murray at 4 53 p m from cerebral apoplexy. The guard suspends parades and pays tribute as officers escort the body to Vancouver. The national guard mourns his loss and issues orders honoring his service.

The Tribune Camp Murray F. E. Trotter National Guard Trotter Ferry O’brien Garretson Second Rege Ife Vancouver Boyd Spokane Conner Tacoma E. W. Pike Joseph Green Smith Hatfield Scott Gayery Camp Ferry Frederick HE. Trotter 24Th United States Infantry R. G. O’brien B. W. Conner

Fire alarm at box 48 quells rear blaze at Ben Vincents

An alarm from box 48 rang today at 1 45. Refuse paper in the rear of Ben Vincents store caused the fire bell to ring. A bucket of water quickly put out the fire and no water stream was used.

Ben Vincent’s

Superior Court briefs in land damage and loan cases

In Superior Court cases T C G H R RB Co v state and state university the state university received 200 for land damaged by the former right of way A H Adams v B H Weisdeppe suit for 99 90 alleged owed for securing a loan Langert v Sloan Deer jury called and sworn.

Superior Court State and State University A. H. Adams H. Weisdeppe Langert Sloan & Deer

Heat Wave Hits Oregon Cities As Thermometer Tops 102

Frank Moses reports Olympia residents scarcely know what warm weather is after a trip home from Salt Lake City. He notes The Dalles reached 102 degrees in the shade and Portland also endured intense heat.

Frank Moses M. Moses Arlington Salt Lake City Olympia Dalles Portland

Davis' Best Flour Tops Local Market

The launch of Davis' Best flour claims to be the market leader, promoted as the new top choice for bakers and households. Local retailers highlight its superior quality and versatility in everyday cooking and baking.

Davis

Assessment Roll Nears Readiness for Tax Collector

The city assessment roll will be ready in five to six days for the tax collector. Assessor Whitham is adjusting some valuations and the council continues equalization since May 10. Each board member receives a five dollar per diem with no council salary.

Whitham Board of Equalization

Prohibition Party Opens National Convention in Cincinnati

The sixth national convention of the prohibition party opens in Cincinnati with welcome remarks by Rev Dr Lockwood and remarks by Chairman Dickie. Delegates vow to nominate candidates and uphold a strong platform, with Ex-Governor St John named temporary chairman amid cheering. Also advertised are Dr King’s New Discovery cures for coughs and consumption with trial bottles at local drugstores.

Cincinnati Washington Lincoln Neal Dow Frances Willard Prohibition Party Dickie National Committee America J.G. Evans Bedouin College Illinois Lockwood People’s Party St. John Kansas J.B. Wilson Sharpsburg Dr. King la Grippe Robert Barber Cooksport Marr & Ross Acme

Camp Murray Tales Of A and K Companies At Prairie Camp

Camp Murray hosts Companies A and K Aberdeen on Rag Alley with 3000 acres of plains and an 80 acre camp. Notables include Governor Ferry the eight foot black eagle mascot, Lt Reed, Captain Reinhart, and Sergeant Willis. Reports note camp life, drills, social visits, and local talent, with many named individuals and camp routines.

The Tribune Camp Murray Murray Brothers Companies A Aberdeen Aberdeen Boys Company A Governor Ferry Reinhart Reed Woodruff Freeview Milroy Whitney Ruth Campbell George Wolff Hooper Blakeslee Chandler Dr. Gentle M. O’connor Tacoma Sparks Tom Connolly Charles Burr H. B. Franklin Olympia Hartshorn Cowles Sergeeant Willis B. B. Smith Corporal McMahon Tillotson Corporal Taylor Rice Atkins Abernethy Brown Kincaid Henry Crisman Judge Dunbar Miss Japelow K. Kincaid Lake City

Ross and Owens Tie The Knot In Shelton Marriage

A wedding was celebrated yesterday afternoon at the Presbyterian parsonage by Rev. T. J. Lamont. D. Ross and Miss Julia M. Owens both of Seattle were joined in marriage. The bride had been visiting in Shelton, and the couple departed for Seattle after the ceremony.

Ross-Owens Presbyterian Parsonage T. J. Lamont D. Ross Julia M. Owens Seattle Shelton Mr. Ross Esterday Ramon

Mrs Wright Sells Millinery Bargains Through July Fourth

Mrs. J. W. Wright at the corner of Fourth and Jefferson streets announces a sale of trimmed and untrimmed hats and flowers from now until July Fourth offering the greatest bargains yet offered to the public.

J. W. Wright Fourth and Jefferson Streets

Wity Steam Laundry Cuts Prices for Local Shoppers

The Wity Steam Laundry announces reduced prices to let everyone enjoy first class work and shape while supporting home labor and avoiding imported goods.

China

Royal Baking Powder Stands 27 Percent Stronger Than Others

Tests show Royal Baking Powder 27 percent stronger than rival brands. Consumers urged to insist on fair pricing if grocers push cheaper powders, as Royal yields superior bread, biscuit, cakes, and muffins.

Peculiar Hanging Invitation in Tacoma Jail Yard

Sheriff Prince of Thurston County receives an oddly formal invitation to witness the hanging of Salvatore Picani in the Pierce County jail yard at Tacoma on Friday July 1 1892. Attorney John B Evans works to stay the execution as Governor Ferry may be pressed for reprieve.

Salvator Picani Pierce County Tacoma Washington J. H. Price Picani Kodak Cean John B. Evans Olympia Supreme Court Governor Ferry Prince

Halcyon Seized by Customs on Vancouver Island Offense

Victoria reports the schooner Halcyon was seized by customs authorities for alleged violation of Canadian law by lying in the harbor near Vancouver Island without entering at customs. The action was taken yesterday.

Victoria Halcyon Canada Vancouver Island

Blaine’s Successor Nomination Sent to Senate

The president named John W. Foster of Indiana for secretary of state and the Senate confirmed in executive session at once. Also notes doors, window screens and meat safes at Enterprise Mfg Co in Tumwater.

Washington John W. Foster Indiana Senate Enterprise Mfg Co Tumwater

State Political Pointers From Various Papers

A collage notes editorials and political hints from several Washington state papers. It cites Spokane comments on John L. Wilson renomination, Pa louse Gazette favoring James A. Perkins for US senator, and Port Angeles Tribune predicting Republican victory in Clallam County. Also mentions Horace Greeley Post in Washington and Goldendale Sentinel backing O A Bowen for state treasurer with veterans' concerns about aging public service.

Grover P.I Cavanaugh Spokane John L. Wilson Coulee City United States James A. Perkins Colfax Palouse Gazette Clallam County Port Angeles Grand Army Washington State Horace Greeley Niagara Falls Jeff. Davis Goldendale Sentinel O. A. Bowen Wahkiakum

Cholera Threat Spurs Austria and Germany Aid Efforts

Vienna reports Austria and Germany coordinating to block cholera spread as Russia battles outbreaks. A Vienna sanitary official notes unlikely onward spread beyond Russia, while Brku receives government doctors and Caspian Sea quarantine steps expand. Reports cite deaths in Dzisak Turkestan and outbreaks near Tsaritsin and Waahka with troops receiving rations.

Vienna Germany Austria Drasche Vienna Sanitary Board Russia Sr. Petersspurc Brku Caspian Sea trans-Caspian Dzisak Turkestan Volga Tsaritsin Tiflis Meshed Re Res

Spokane River Tragedy Involves 13 Year Old Boy

Arthur Carson, 13, is reported wae in Spokane river below the walls. Chief Seltice and his tribe plan to attend the Peny procession at Pullman and the chief will speak. Captain Turk reports weather station apparatus left San Francisco June 15 aboard the Chehalis bound for South Bend. shipment to Sealand.

Arthur Carson Spokane Seltice Pullman Turk Loomis South Bend Sealand

State Platform Endorses Harrison Era Policies and Veterans Care

Fort Wayne Indiana June 29 The following is a summary of the state platform It endorses the Minneapolis platform eulogizes Harrison's administration commends the ticket denounces the democratic party for gerrymander of districts urges debt and higher taxes and criticizes state finances It favors safety rail couplers a state soldiers home to aid veterans and their families and pays tribute to the late Alvin P Hovey and extends sympathy to his family.

Fort Wayne Ind Minneapolis Harrison Democratic Party Congress State Department Alvin P. Hovey Ree

Senate Passes Utah Commission Funding Amid Amendment

In Washington on June 29 the appropriation bill moved past the Utah commission issue. The house ban on the Utah commission was struck, inserting $33,500 for five commissioners and their expenses. Senator Jones of Arkansas was the sole affirmative Democrat. Carey Felton Warren opposed. salaries set at $2,000 each.

Washington Senate Utah Commission House Jones Arkansas Carey Felton Warren Opp Ying Sherman Epee

Duel threats follow Paris editor’s anti Jewish attacks

Paris dispatch reports Captain Cremieux Foa a Hebrew plans to duel Marquis de Mores after de Mores’ trial for murder of Captain Mayer. The Marquis has been provisionally refrained from custody.

Paris Cremieux Foa Edouard Dramon Libee Parole Penen Marquis de Mores Mayer

Free Traders Call Tariff Retaliation Plans Across British Empire

London reports Winnipeg board of trade urges Britain to shift grain imports from foreign to colonies and dependencies. Proposals favor tariff discrimination against foreign grain, seek preferential empire trade, and view U S policy as justification for retaliation. Other chambers echo calls to protect Britain and colonies’ markets.

London Chambers of Commerce In Congress Winnipeg Manitoba Great Britain United States Chambers of Commerce Frontreal Oronto Regina Chamber of Commerce Trinidad British West Indies East Indies Regina Board of Trade Board of Trade Board of Trade of N. Ww. T Canada

Faithful Walks to Secure Evangelist Bell

A Cosmopolis preacher walked all night to Olympia to secure Evangelist Bell for a Peterson's Point camp meeting. He gained Olympia support while funds were quietly arranged for his return trip. Also notes on Ladies Aid Society officers and local notices about fares, health ads, and a political remark.

Olympia Cosmopolis Evangelist Bell Tabernacle Peterson’s Point Grays Harbor Mr. Bell Olap

Northern Pacific Announces Through Trains to Ocosta

The Northern Pacific will run through trains to Ocosta starting July 1 as the construction department hands over the South Aberdeen to Ocosta line tomorrow night at midnight. The schedule has not yet been issued.

Ocosta Northern Pacific South Aberdeen

Bucklin's Arnica Salve for All Skin Ailments

Bucklin's Arnica Salve marketed as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter cracked hands chilblains corns and eruptions. Pec tively cures piles or no pay guaranteed with packed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Acme drug store Marr and Ross proprietors.

Bucklin’s Arnica Acme Drug Store Marr & Ross

For Sale Tank and Awning at Brown's Barber Shop

A 300 gallon tank in good condition and an awning are for sale. Inquiries at Brown's barber shop on Main Street.

Brown’s Main Street

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A. Ellis A Ellis Adams Streets Joseph Cheim R.,simonson Chilberg Block West Fourth Street Melton, Kellogg & CO Col Uedy Eral Marshal Savidge Ros E Sixth Street Columbia RUM Fighters Pridham Lansdale Tommy Crisman T. J. McBratney Monibay Bigelow Thurston County Sherirr Blaine Fresh State News Free Traders Ladies Aid Society Eastside Ladies Aid Society H. Burntracer Northern Pacific Railroad F. P. Keyes Mile Marr & Rossier Miles Medical Co Elkhart
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