13 Mar 1890
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1890
Page
1
An eclectic dispatch reviews upheavals across Europe and America. It notes German plans to reorganize artillery power and a Paris misadventure. sanctions and commissions affecting Nordic and Atlantic states. and hints at U.S. Senate maneuvers, ministry reshuffles, and calls for capital funding for public works as a backdrop to evolving political instability.
Fragmented report shows starvation illness and deaths among locals. Mentions Treasury suit counts under alien contract law and War Claims Committee actions. References several individuals, church attendance, railroad laborers, fever cases, and a Tennessee court connection with claims. Also notes deaths in Alabama and aged genealogical details amid damaged text.
The article describes a covert Russian propaganda system allegedly run by George Ken and agents using the Century framing. It claims a private committee of fifteen women and a police set in Washington coordinate lectures and meetings to influence American public opinion and policy. The piece links Soviet aims to Western campaigns and domestic professors, accusing them of steering cultural and political influence.
A Lake Shore wreck near the shoreline injured many and killed multiple aboard a passenger train. Notable victims include Mrs Stewart and her infant, with survivors aided by bystanders as doctors worked amid wreckage. Dispatches report seven dead and numerous injuries.
A coroner's inquiry examines air brakes on the Dunkirk bound train after two collisions emptied the forward car. Officials debate responsibility for braking equipment not in operation and decisions during the emergency. Comrade Houghtaling, veteran conductor, defends prior rules as investigators seek clarity on actions taken that night.
A fragmentary report notes Fae Well-Kanen Wemier connected to a wet hunt event. Details remain unclear with limited readable names and places.
The obituary notes the death of Young Abraham Lincoln and describes the quiet nature of his passing and privacy wishes for the funeral. It mentions burial arrangements at Kensal Green catacombs and interment in Springfield Minnesota, with intimate friends and the American Church involved. The piece reflects on his character and lineage as a descendant of the Lincolns and the private nature of the service.
The article discusses John L. Sullives case argued in the Supreme Court with focus on judge Terrell and grand jury conduct. It notes Kilrain's conviction affirmed, two months jail, and remarks on contracts and wagers. It also covers the Louisville and Nashville Railway decision on segregation and interstate commerce, with justices Harlan and Bradley concurring.
Washington report states Captain John A Howell of the Atlantis filed a complaint against Rear Admiral Walker seeking a court of inquiry. The Atlantis departed Toulon amid signals blamed on mismanagement and Captain Howell was later reinstated, while rift with Walker remains unresolved among naval officers.
Assistant Secretary Bussey reversed Pension Office action and ordered a pension of 12 per month dated May 3 1980 for Mrs Almira J Morton widow of Lieut Col Charles Ho Morton of the 84th Illinois regiment. Morton died by his own hand at his Quincy residence with insanity linked to wartime service and suffering. Deranged events followed Libby Pruwon seven months.
An investigation into a painting attributed to Wm Walters of his city challenges claims it is the original Angelus. The piece recently sold for 11000 dollars, with suspicions raised about its authenticity. The case rests on whether the black and white Angelus design matches Walters’ known collection and provenance.
A Davis Land Company meeting at Jackson last week passes a resolution to draw a warrant for 4000 dollars to pay attorney Morva and deliver it to Mrs Varina Davis upon her claiming a valid deed of conveyance for an undivided one sixth interest in Prairie and Weedrude counties Arkansas as Ariane Lanes. Judge Calhoun offers a resolution noting stock buyers prefer sending money to Mrs Varina. she is to collect funds and issue deeds for shares and mortgages as received.
A fatal shooting occurred at Cum mings store near Ar Mahes on the Georgia Pactie line, when William and John Cummings fired on Mr. Lynch killing him instantly. Lynch was about years old and left a large family. The incident follows tensions in a small railroad hamlet.
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