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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1893
Page
2
Nebraska briefs report Joe Marshall a Fremont boy hurt in a wagon mishap and J B Etton named deputy labor commissioner. Veterans pensions, church councils, farm fires, rail rate changes, and court actions fill the roundup with local officials, lawsuits, and community plans across the state.
Banks of Nebraska report by RM Powanley for March 6 shows nine more banks since November 5 1892 and total resources rising to 942 967 005 14. Loans and discounts increased 2 5 million, general deposits over 3 million, with capital stock around 11 4 million and profits, notes, and other assets detailed amid a rising banking system.
The second day at the Chicago world’s fair featured bright weather and heavy foot traffic as visitors arrived and explored exhibits. Mud along main paths, with asphalt promised within a week, plagued the grounds yet did not dampen interest in installations, midway shows, and international displays. The Treasury notes a growing gold stock and Chicago banks holding more gold than New York, while a police update covers Chinaman arrests and Roosevelt’s Civil Service role. A sudden death ends the long career of Willam C. Goudy, noted Chicago lawyer and railroad counselor.
The championship shooting contest at the opera house drew a crowd of over 1500 as Bhomos J Malina of Rochford defeated Capt A Boprardas of Aurora at ten yards. Malina broke 1000 balls in 26 minutes 40 seconds to set a works record, while Bogardas struggled to match the pace and ultimately fell short. In a separate note, a Texas hanging drew 10,000 spectators as Jim Burke and Sam Massay, both Black men, were executed for violent crimes.
Missouri Kansas and Texas passenger train No 3 was held up at Bryar Creek in the Indian Territory by six armed men, believed to be the Starry Starr gang. The express messenger resisted and no clue to the robbers yet. Passengers including President Marty of the Kansas City Pittsburg Gulf road and a tour party were robbed of money and valuables.
Washmeton May 2. Another successful armor plate trial was held today at Indian Head naval proving grounds near Washington. It tested eight inch armor for the New York Monterey and Texas. Although no premium was paid, the plate met contract terms and about 300 tons will be accepted. Carnegie Phipps Co. manufactured the plate.
Tapia Navouis Indiana May 1 Annie Carr a young colored girl age 17 on trial in the Criminal Court for poisoning her baby is sentenced to life in prison after a two day trial. The jury returned verdict at 10 o clock. She wept when told she would spend the remainder of her life in prison. Testimony praised her prior good character.
Otawo May 2 electric age opened as President Cleveland pressed a golden key to start the World's Columbian Exposition. A vast crowd witnessed fountains geysers and machinery come alive, with prayers, speeches, and banners marking the grand opening and ceremony.
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