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Newspaper

Olympia Tribune

Location

Olympia, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1892

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Cyclone's Work Terrifies Kansas Towns and Regions

Reports from Wellington and Harper Kansas detail a massive tornado threat and a confirmed cyclone passing near Corbin and Cald wells causing panic and damage. In Harper extensive destruction left hundreds homeless, with losses estimated at about 509000 dollars and many residences and stores ruined. A relief committee is organized to aid the affected communities.

Wellington Kan Daily Eagle Corbin Sumner County Caldwell Conrad House South Haven Sumner Hanper Kas Central Avenue Presbyterian Church Orgaing

Gallant Captain Ezekiel Giles Laid To Rest With Honors

Captain Ezekiel Giles, father of Milton Giles, died yesterday morning and was laid to rest with Grand Army honors. Born in 1816 in Massachusetts, he emigrated to Illinois, raised multiple companies, and earned the captaincy of several Illinois infantry regiments. He moved to Olympia about eight years ago and had previously been near death five years prior.

Ezekiel Giles Milton Giles Giles Massachusetts Illinois Dixon Olympia

Local Remedies Trusted by Citizens for Honest Satisfaction

For years we have sold Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption, Dr. King's New Life Pills, Bucklen's Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters. We guarantee them every time and will refund the purchase price if satisfactory results do not follow use. Sold by druggists.

Dr. King Bucklen Seat & Rae

Immense Iceberg Seen by La Touraine Passengers

Captain Frangeul aboard the steamer La Touraine reported sighting a massive iceberg in the vessel’s path. The foglike mass rose before sunrise, then melted as sunlight revealed a crystal towerlike form extending near the height of the New Jersey Highlands.

New York Frangeul la Touraine New Jersey Highlands Nature

Ex-President Hayes Delivers Memorial Address in Columbus

Ex-President Rutherford B. Hayes spoke in Columbus Ohio on May 30 delivering a memorial address praising American progress since the Civil War. He asserted the nation’s vast army and fleet, the role of education, and the need to avoid unnecessary wars while ensuring supremacy over weaker powers.

Columbus Ohio Rutherford B. Hayes America Army of the Republic Hayes

Steel as cheap as iron promises a new steel process

Pittsburg firm Millville Iron and Steel announces a hidden furnace open hearth system with chequer work mixing claiming steel cheaper than iron. Emil Havortsky oversees the operation as workers prepare the plant for a rapid start within weeks. A second item notes Augusta Frates, afflicted with leprosy, is in city custody at San Francisco pest house after seeking hospital care following an Oakland escape.

Millville Iron and Steel Company Emil Havortsky Germany San Francisco Augusta Frates Oakland

Girls barred from dances under 16 at Elizabeta ordinance

City council in Elizabeta New Jersey enacted a rule forbidding girls under sixteen from public dances without a parent or guardian. Police raided the nearby Garden Public venue during tonight’s season opening picnic, ejecting underage attendees and causing a stir.

Elizabeta N.J

Nervine Discovered by Indiana Specialist Dr Miles

Neuralgia dizziness drunkenness spasms sleeplessness dullness blues and opium habit are cured the Nervine discovered by the eminent Indiana Specialist in nervous diseases Dr Miles Fine books and trial bottles free at Marr Ross Acme store or by mail 10 cts Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind

Indiana Miles Marr & Ross Acme Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind Mile Acme Drug Store Marr & Ross Piersivters

Memorial Day Observances Across Cities Honor Fallen Heroes

Rochester crowds suspend business as 250000 people honor soldiers and sailors. President Harrison and Gov. Flower attend a nine mile electric car ride, a Washington square monument dedication, and a noon reception. Memorial Day services likewise in Washington and Carcado with cemetery ceremonies and speeches.

Rochhester N. Y Rochester Washington Square Monroe County Harrison Flower Ontario Beach Washington Arlington Soldiers’ Home Cemetery John A. Logan Logan Camp Sons of Veterans Old Camouglass Associated Press

Fire destroys Point Ellis salmon cannery at Q island

The Point Ellis cannery on Q island was destroyed by fire with estimated losses of 25000 dollars. Ownership belonged to Sanborn and Elliott of Astoria.

Point Ellis John Williams Danube Victoria Port Townsend

Keg Left at Church Triggers Mysterious Delivery Blunder

A delivery man, overexposed to sun, places a keg of beer on a Presbyterian church step during a Sunday run to the Jefferson hotel. Deacon investigates a loud rumble to find the keg and learns it was sent by Herman Hadlan as part of a beer order. The incident raises questions about the misrouted delivery and the role of the weathered service.

Herman Hadlan Hadlan Jefferson Hotel Presbyterian Church

Beatty Organs and Pianos Reach New Heights Amid Revival

Hon Daniel F Beatty builds and ships more organs and pianos than ever selling nearly 100000 since 1870. He plans 200000 more in ten years valuing about 20 million dollars with instruments in global demand. The anniversary cake walk opens June 6 at Olympia theater with a packed house and a color band. Rev A J Bell evangelist from Oakdale Cal preaches at First M E church and leads revival sessions each evening this week with old friend Rev F E B Drake.

Daniel F. Beatty Beatty Daniel F. Pay Washington New Jersey Olymia Theater A. J. Bell Oakdale Cal Chicago M. E Bell Mr. Bell Methodist Church F. EB. Drake

Davis' Best flour and market ad

An advertisement promises Davis' Best flour at 1.35 per sack or 5.25 per barrel with a warranty that it outperforms competitors. It also invites shoppers to Peoples' market for choice meats and vegetables and notes telephone number 10.

Davis Peoples

Tin plate plant opens in New York City

New York May 30 Tin plate makers announce the East River Lead Company has started full production at 525 to 529 East Nineteenth Street. The plant will produce tin and terne plates with high wages and tariff support. Other firms are reportedly planning New York operations as capital from England arrives.

New York City New York United States Crerst East River Lead Company East Nineteenth Street Wales France Germany England

Rev Dr Drake Delivers Memorial Sermon for Old Soldiers

The Olympia theater hosted a Memorial service led by Rev Mr Drake with the Grand Army and Sons of Veterans marching from Woodruff block. Veterans associations, a Cap ital City band, and a Methodist church choir performed patriotic pieces as the sermon and service drew a large crowd.

Mr. Drake Olympia Theater Grand Army and Sons of Veterans Capital City Band Woodruff Block Methodist Church Mamie Flora Coyington A. J. Bell T. Is Lamon Smith George

Chief Justice Anders Officiates Simple Olympia Wedding

Colonel Frank I Gilbert of Walla Walla wed Susie M Russell daughter of M C Russell of Seattle in parlor 10 Olympia hotel. Ceremony conducted by Chief Justice Anders with limited attendees including bride’s father and sister. Aftermath: Gilbert and bride depart Seattle on Multnomah. three other couples wed nearby by various officiants.

Anders Frank I. Gilbert Walla Walla Governor Ferry Susie M. Russell M. C. Russell Seattle Olympia Hotel Gilbert Judge Anders Russell Multnomah Justice Rathbun Harry Rauft Nancy Murray O. W. Kellogg Lena Gasser T. J. Lamont Paul Carstensen Tillie Johnson

Opie Reed a Brilliant Rifle Shot Then and Now

Chicago Herald notes Opie Reed famed story writer is an expert rifle shot. After a four week Hot Springs visit he and Stanley Waterloo staged a bill-pulling gallery trick, paying only fifteen cents on the dollar as twelve dollar bills vanished into sawdust. The ruse ended when locals accused Dr. Carver in disguise. County jurors listed for June term. Also ad notes Miles Heart Cure with Indian specialist claims.

Chicago Herald Opie Reed Hot Springs Stanley Waterloo Read Waterloo Star Opie Dr. Carver

Blaine Favored for Presidential Nomination at Minneapolis

The Commercial Gazette quotes Senator Quay predicting Blaine will be the Republican nominee on the first ballot if he accepts. A Herald telegram shows Harrison leading in delegate counts with 866 to Blaine’s 265, Alger 28, and one McKinley man, leaving 288 undecided. Platform support favors high tariff with limited opposition to that doctrine.

Purssure The Commercial Gazette Quay Blaine Minneapolis Harrison Quer New York the Herald Herald Alger McKinley Montana

Prize Designs and Exhibits Highlight World’s Fair Features

Laura Johns of Decatur wins 25 dollars for a seal design for the Illinois exhibit board. News notes a broad interest in the fair, including livestock exhibits, pigeon contests, and prizes for contest winners. George W. Childs funds trees and palm donations, while Prof. Walcott plans fossil displays. Viola Fuller of Mitchell applies for a unique prairie chicken feather cloak trimmed with otter fur. The New York School of Industrial Art will showcase work from 500 women, including designs for brussels, carpets, textiles, and finished fabrics.

Laura Johns Decatur Illinois Woman's Exposition Board Ime Washington George W. Childs Ofhiladelphia Charles D. Walcott United States Geological Survey Philadelphia Mitchell South Dakota New York School of Industrial Art and Technical Design Florence E. Cory Oman Brussels

Wisconsin Central Trains Offer Fast Eastbound Service to Chicago

Advertises Wisconsin Central lines for travel to Chicago and east with vestibuled cars, granite room sleepers, dining cars, and elegant coaches. Fast Minneapolis trains depart 12 45 p m and 6 25 p m with St Paul departures aiding west and southwest connections. G F McNeill and James C Pond listed for tickets and timetables. Also Bucklin’s Arnica Salve adurance.

Chicago Wisconsin Central Lines Pullman Wisconsin Central Minneapolis St. Paul G. F. McNeill G. P T.a.nneapolis Minn James C. Pond Ill

Firemen’s relief association drafts appointed

At a preliminary meeting of the fire department on Saturday evening Joseph Chilberg of No. 1 C. B. Mann of No. 2 and Mitchell Harris of Barnes Hook Ladder company were appointed to draft a constitution and by laws for a firemen relief association.

Fire Department Joseph Chilberg C. B. Mann Mitchell Harris Barnes Hook & Ladder Company Firemens’ Relief Association

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Fourth and Jefferson Sts Fourth and Jefferson Street E. G. Bickford & CO Fourth Street Columbia Ar Uc C. F Allen & CO Olympia, Wash Pourth Street Thurston County Land Co Dealers R. EF. Denton Singer Sewing Machines Practical Adjuster Adams Streets Crisman-Sargent Third Street Olympia Wase Lele Grochas Lympia Smith & Fleming H. Fryerr A. Hermrien Tumwater Ice Company Whrolesalet and Retail Olymba, Washington Horr Burr’s Cigarstore Main Street Cigars 'Jims Cigars State Printing and Publishing Company Adams Street Olympia, Washington Kansas Washington, N. J M. O’connor J. J. Wittwer Front St Beatty's Pianos Palmerraceani Ington, New Jersey Pittsburg Arkansas Newport Ark Auvergne Academy People’s Party Thurston County Wash Tacoma Pierce County Pierce County, State of Washington Omaha Nebraska Port Blakley Tenino Alta Quick Hale Addition Eresh Beatty’s Pianos and Organs Arkansaw Petit Jurors F. M. Canaday Orrin D. Sullivan Cyrus Bolster Marian Ogle C. H. Sylvester John D. Reagh C. M. Moore J. C. Coles George W. Tyler W. B. Hanna B. W. Larbaugh J. L. Yantis Robert Davis R. M. Weller E. 0. Robbins W. W. Jeffreys J. R. Rose John McLeod T. E Bucklin’s Arnica
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