10 Apr 1896
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1896
Page
1
A group of cardinals from Baltimore Westminster and Freland urge nations to form a permanent arbitration tribunal to replace war as a means of dispute settlement. They appeal to English speaking peoples to press governments through petitions and constitutional measures for peace.
John Lt. Waller former United States Consul at Tumamye Island Madagascar arrived in London after release from a French prison where he served a twenty year sentence for correspondence with the Hayes. He lives in retirement as agents formulate a claim against the French Government and has not received English reporters.
John Grea of Butte Montana seeks annulment claiming his wife Gladys Southward deserted him after marrying last September. He alleges she has eight living husbands and has not been divorced. Reported spouses include Amermen near Des Moines Gossage Lazell Dazton Nelson Ryan with locations in Iowa Helena Davenport Portland and Albany Oregon. The woman, a former Baptist member known in Butte as Gladys Southward, is now believed to be in Portland.
The New York World reports the engagement of Gertrude Vanderbilt and Harry Payne Whitney is acknowledged by friends and denied by some family, awaiting formal announcement. It notes Vanderbilt's wealth and Whitney's inheritance prospects, stirring attention.
DUNS & CO review notes demand for staple products improving, with steel and wool prices easing and volume varying. Wool prices drop sharply. cotton output and speculation cited, with sizable wheat demand and mixed export figures versus prior year.
London Times dispatch reports Cecil Rhodes reaching Salisbury Mashonaland to recruit volunteers for the campaign against the Matabele. Assistant Commissioner Graham was murdered at Invali on March 27 triggering a white retreat after a fierce hand to hand clash. Six whites died and Donovan survived by hiding in tall grass, evading capture.
A Concord Georgia tragedy saw Sheriff Gyne fatally shot at the Delk residence during an attempted arrest for robbery and murder. John Madden tried to aid the fallen sheriff but was shot. a plan to execute three prisoners by stake hangs over the incident. A Brunswick fire caused about 500000 dollars in losses. Philadelphia editor Thomas Wharton died after a fourth story fall, suicide suspected. The Huascar monitor suffered a fatal main steam pipe explosion off Valparaiso, killing eight crew and wounding nine.
A massive blast at Giles mine near Word collieries in Cole County kills three workers and injures two others. Fifty pounds of giant powder were brought into the mine and the blast occurred as the men reached the bottom.
A Perry Oklahoma special reports frosts in the Cherokee Strip over two nights followed by a severe windstorm. Wheat fields were damaged as fences gave way and crops suffered significant losses. Local observers describe unusual cold and resulting agricultural harm.
A garbled note describes a trip on an 8 0 line with a delay of three spots and an entire part of exposure. It mentions a carer, a paper, and a boundary issue with a tribe and possible staging by Canada. The text is incomplete and unclear.
A Mar 27 letter from Havana recounts brutal acts in Cuba including a poor man beaten, buried alive after removal from hospital, and testimony about violent measures by officials. It quotes priests advocating mass killings of Cubans and African descent populations to favor Spanish colonization, blaming Americans for supporting Cubans’ revolt.
A St Louis and San Francisco Cannon Ball train bound east was held up three miles east of Lebanon Missouri. The safe in the express car was blown open with dynamite and the robbers fled after seizing the money and papers. Passengers were unharmed and Wells Fargo offers 3200 for arrests. Brick Pomeroy is reported dying in New York City from dropsy.
Ed Polen killed his wife and mother in law in Creston after a domestic dispute. He then attempted suicide by stepping in front of a train but survived. He was captured and jailed in Decatur as a lynch mob formed outside.
The British government plans to deploy 5000 troops to the Cape as tensions rise in South Africa. A second dispatch orders 500 troops from Cape Town to Bulawayo. In Oklahoma, outlaw Carl Thorn killed at Dover in a gun battle with a U.S. marshal. marshal to receive a 3200 dollar reward. Also Oklahoma politician Dutch Sarber killed in Perry, a tree felling accident. Four men injured after an elevator collapse in Chicago.
The report lists cattle and hog prices by region including Sioux City Omaha and Kansas City with bids for stockers and feeders, beet steers and sheep values. Grain futures show April May and June wheat rye oats and corn quotes alongside Chicago market figures.
A jumble of briefs reports: divorce suit by Mrs Mingi¢ FW Payne of Port Scott against Albert Bigelow Payne. John Maguire of Buite Mont claims Chinese knew cathode ray use centuries ago. Missouri Governor grants stay of execution for Thomas Dunshan in St Joseph. Cooperative union project planned in North St Louis with $50,000 capital led by H W Rocklage. Twin siblings wed in Burbank Ohio. Marriages of Irene V Repp and Idea V Repp. Tim Was, pioneer wire maker in New England, dies at 85 in Meriden Conn. London syndicate reps E Wilding and Z F Gilmore seek China ranch in So California. Immigrants listed aboard ships to New York. Remains of Miniaet Hart sent to New Britain, Conn with NY Company procession. Charles E. Vark accused in Omaha for alleged misdeeds. reports on Governor’s critics and press figures.
Mise Arthemis Baldwin, chosen as queen of the carnival, wears a coronation robe of white satin and jewels. The robe features seed pearl garlands, a velvet collar, heavy train of purple velvet and ermine, and a diamond necklace with a jeweled girdle.
The March public debt report records a total increase of 3 274 780 with bonds delivered and prior payments. Cash in treasury rose by 5 034 741, yielding a net increase of 5 274 780. Interest bearing debt totals 887 404 140 while debt with no interest is 31 218 984 001. Net cash balance after offsetting demand liabilities sits at 271 nation?
The monthly statement of the Comptroller of Currency shows total circulation of national bank notes at $221,227,805 an increase for the year of $4,134, the circulation backed by United States bonds at $199,724,003 up $19,8th and up $4,674,01 since December last. Circulation secured by lawful money stands at $21,504,800 down $6,097,001 for the year and $589,711 for the month. Registered bonds on deposit to secure circulating notes amount to $222,580,000 and to secure public deposits $17,668,000.
Philadelphia society reports a near four thousand dollar total for a Cuban benefit. The obscure item notes broad charity and civic support across the city.
The Senate and House engage in debates over sundry civil and post office appropriations. Amendments fund lighthouse construction at North Manitou Island and a Spokane post at a military site. Cuba policy and private pension bills provoke clashes. adjournment follows amid procedural rulings.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.