16 Apr 1891
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1891
Page
1
A chaotic bundle of late 19th century notes reports legal actions in New York tied to railroads and warship production, political reshuffles, indictments, union unrest, and financial troubles across states. From New York to Tennessee, miners strikes, bank defalcations, and public policy debates color a broad snapshot of a nation in flux.
A devastating blaze at the Rose building on the Rochester street corner killed nine people including seven Italians from the Ceapio and Romio families. An Italian girl survived and reported her relatives were trapped inside as flames consumed the frame structures. Police and firefighters recovered charred remains, with Keene family remains identified and a stash of gold found among the ruins. The fire originated in Keene's kitchen and the uninsured buildings belonged to John F Smith.
Signor Prado Valmini an Italian official visiting Toronto declares Italy will press its stand until families of murdered men are compensated and the mob leaders arrested. He says the flag of Italy will float over New Orleans within a month.
Ten Russian immigrants aboard the Dania from Hamburg were barred from landing at the barge office. Heath concerns and risk of becoming public charges led to the decision. they were returned to Hamburg amid protests. Two more immigrants from the City of Chicago were also refused admission.
Senator George F. Edmunds of Vermont tenders resignation to Governor with effect November 1. The letter thanks Vermont citizens for 25 years of support and notes intent to pursue liberty equality and justice in private life. Secretary Foster blocks public site details for future federal buildings and a draft U S Newfoundland treaty outlines trade terms and duties between the United States and Newfoundland with five year term and renewal rules.
The President issued yesterday the annual Behring Sea proclamation warning all persons against entering the waters to violate federal laws. It directs U.S. vessels to cruise and arrest violators, seize vessels and gear, and punish those engaged in violations.
Mrs Florence Long, 42, a boarder at 114 East Jefferson Street Louisville, died after swallowing morphine. She lay on the floor with a letter from her son in Texas clutched in her left hand. the missive said he was a prisoner in the state penitentiary and pleaded for forgiveness as she acted on grief over his disgrace.
Dispatches from Rome and Washington report Italian anger at American comments on the crisis. Marquis Imperiali’s note may trigger Porter’s exit and recall of the Italian legation, while the British may oversee remaining Malian interests. Secretary Blaine doubts the rumors as sensational.
Readings from Briparrorr Connecticut recount the will of P. T. Harnum with valued wealth over five million dollars. Provisions name Nancy Harnum wife. Clinton Seely grandson. Caroline Thompson. Tafts College bequest. executors Hinks and Fish. A separate Mississippi levee breach near Stella plantation traces flood damage and levee weakness warnings.
Assistant State Treasurer Will Evans uncovered a 30 year old letter from J. S. Wofford in the Treasurer’s office. The missive requests a transportation ticket to Bowling Green and mentions war service and plans to join the fight, with further notes about M Morris and Elias Morris seeking travel for Howlingreen.
The Booneville area reports minimal damage to fruit and vegetables after the cold, with peach and pear crops promising a strong yield while tomatoes remain shielded and strawberries suffer light losses. Notable obituaries, land sales, a federal grand jury test, a puzzling blue flame on a Castalian Springs hill, a murder in Jasper County, and preparations for the Confederate monument unveiling in Jackson are noted.
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