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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1893
Page
3
Notable bank failures in Chicago and Indianapolis follow New York turmoil, signaling tighter credit and scarce funds. Officials warn of reduced loan activity and possible further failures as authorities reposition examiners to manage the crisis and restore confidence amid ongoing financial distress.
Kassys diary Missouri May 15 Kansas wheat outlook fair but uneven across counties. Rain Wednesday night fell where most needed, yet large areas still face drought. Overall prospects estimate one half to two thirds of a normal bid with corn yield depending on rains. East of Salina rain light. Northwest counties report limited relief.
Chicago World’s Fair directors vote to open Jackson Park gates to the public next Sunday at 23 cents admission for grounds, while buildings remain closed under federal law. Midway Plaisance to open. debate over refunds and motives cited.
The exposition buildings remain closed as a large turnout of members gathers for a decisive meeting. Thirty five of forty five attend while ex president Baker struggles with the delay. Directors sit in anxious expectation, seeking a firm call to order and a resolution on the knotty issue.
Rev J Baldwin a long time Methodist missionary in China warned that if the Chinese exclusion act is applied and Chinese are deported from the United States, Americans in China would be deported back to the U S. He cited Chinese officials and Li Hung Chang as wary of U S actions and predicted a speedy exodus of missionaries and merchants from China in retaliation.
In Wasmsatos on May 13, reports describe a dispute over allotments in the Cherokee Strip. A Muskogee banker, Robert J. Owen, alleges seventy one Indian families exist, prompting a land-opening rule that parents choose near improvements while children may pick lands elsewhere. Officials warn the outcome favors Owen’s friends who will hold key parcels, pushing nonlocals to the sidelines.
Secretary Lamont began auditing the detached service list and ordered Lieut Lemly back to his regiment. The move surprised the officer who had just arrived from Columbia en route to Chicago to oversee that country's exhibit. Lamont aims to trim leave and detached lists and may reconsider the action as a courtesy to Colombia.
John Francis, renowned inventor of the life boat and life car, died in Washington. He had been present in the Senate chamber during an executive session and was to receive a Congressional floor admission and a gratitude medal, which President Harrison did not sign into the bill.
A Cincinnati dispatch reports George Clifford, traveling passenger agent for the Canadian Pacific Railroad, confirms that Grover Cleveland will tour the world after his term. Clifford also notes Colonel Sheedy of the road is mapping a route and is presently in Australia en route home.
Wilkes Barre May 16 A church of the Methodist denomination in Scranton cost over 275000 was destroyed by fire a little over a year ago. Watchman Peter Jrumbach who was in charge of the building admitted last night that he started the blaze.
The May 18 cabinet meeting in Washington focused on the Chinese question and the inability to enforce the Geary Law due to funds. Cabinet members noted only 16,000 of a 100,000 appropriation remains, with deportation costs estimated over 6 million. Officials warned Congress must act, while diplomats fear severed ties with China and naval reorganization may follow delays.
The president announced Arizona justice A C Baker and Ohio born Willian H Pugh named to customs and a Pennsylvania resident S V Molliddy resigned as deputy first auditor Robert M Cousar of Tennessee named to deputy first auditor replacement Alex I McMillan of DC resigned In Treasury Samuel Roads Jr of Marblehead Mass named chief of stationary division succeeding A L Sturtevant Roads born 1853 noted as author journalist and politician currently private secretary to Governor Russell of Massachusetts
Washington May 15 Superintendent Henry Stumpf with Secretary Carlisle's approval issues a new ruling overturning prior immigration practices. The action signals a significant shift in how borders will be managed and who may be admitted.
The decision, urged by Superintendent Stumpf, states that idiocy excludes entry absolutely. It rejects sympathy as a reason to depart from the law, noting the act treats each class of debarred immigrants distinctly. The department enforces the rule to safeguard humane provisions for others seeking passage.
Indianapolis May 15 Sunday opening of the World’s Fair is opposed in a YMCA convention resolution. The committee condemns opening gates with an admission charge as unlawful and urges the president to press federal action to enforce Congress August 5 1892. Copies go to the president attorney general Palmer and the local directory.
May 15 Cmierco crowds estimate that the world’s fair would have drawn at least 100000 yesterday if gates were open. Superintendent Tucker cites railway and cable lines bringing that many to the fair area. Inside, exhibit installation and delayed displays proceed. director Bryan defends local directors’ Sunday opening in an open letter to national commissioners.
Adjutant General Tarsney reports potential hunger crisis with 22,000 paupers if no action is taken. Semi starvation drives Indian depredations as ponies and livestock determine standing. He urges immediate investigation, irrigation, and qualified instructors. traders and whiskey swindles blamed for worsening conditions. Troops guard the reservation front amid fears of an outbreak.
A Denver special reports Dr Graves charged with murdering Mrs Josephine Burnaby of Providence will not be tried May 22. Attorney Steele said the case will not proceed until the fall term as key witnesses Bennet and others from a Adirondack summer resort cannot attend now. They sold the fatal bottle sent to Mrs Burnaby labeled Home in the Mountains.
Eight more injunctions were granted against saloonkeepers in Muscatine District Court. The total enjoined rises to sixteen with more closures expected. No arrests yet for dynamite plotters, though suspects may be caught. About 87000 has been subscribed for prosecution of the constructors, with twice that sum possible if needed.
Washington May 16 An important order revoking the completed files system shifts to processing pension claims in the order evidence is filed. Each case receives new file-card placement, with rapid review expected to curb growth in the pension list. Officials foresee a surplus of about 6 million rather than a deficiency.
Governor Waite informs President Cleveland that Indian outbreaks stem from negligent agents who let tribes roam outside reservations for hunting. He criticizes ration policies and agents who profit from hides, urging an order banning Indians from leaving reservations for hunting in Colorado.
Washinavon reports no orders issued at treasury by close of business on May 16 to deport unregistered Chinese under the Geary act. Collectors of internal revenue and U S marshals are told not to arrest unregistered Chinamen until further orders, possibly after cabinet meeting tomorrow.
Mr Norman opposed a policy aiding authorities to enforce the law and defeated it. Congress then appropriated only 50,000 dollars annually for deporting Chinese who might illegally enter or be detected. He called the situation deplorable, threatening peaceful China United States relations with hundreds of natives as hostages in each other's territories.
In Sar Lan Utah May 17 Delegate Rawlins says he asked Governor West to return his resignation as delegate and that its legal effect is the same as if it had never been tendered. He may renew the resignation while noting his loss of party and public confidence. He denies a scene with President Cleveland and says the president was in a bad humor. Governor West says the resignation mailed May 7 has not been received.
Washington reports Princess Eulalie has embarked for New York aboard the Maria Christina with Prince Antoine. The White House indicates the President favors honoring the Infanta in the American way. The royal party is due in New York May 19, following a Havana serenade by Navana volunteers and firemen.
Washington reports to Secretary Hoke Smith recounts the April 27 killing of four Indians on Cibicu Creek. Ah Des Pah shot his wife after she refused to drink. Her father and a young man were killed by Ah Des Pah when he turned on them. Johnnie pursued and killed Ah Des Pah after a chase.
Tirron Ind May 17 The Citizens Bank at Kempton in the county collapsed Saturday under R C Paris and remains closed with no official statement. Deposits exceed 10000 and most depositors who are farmers expect not more than 50 cents on the dollar. The bank belonged to the Dwiggins string.
Washington May 17 The President and Mrs Cleveland have moved to their country house. The Star reports a whispered secret about an upcoming event in July. The family’s relocation is linked to preparations for this anticipated occurrence.
Marshalltown Iowa May 17 August Norman a leading local meat market owner is jailed on assault and battery and threatening to kill his wife. The dispute stems from religious differences with his Catholic wife, he a lifelong Spiritualist. Norman was arrested after midnight as his wife says he beat her and threw her out of doors.
The official copy of the Russian treaty addressed to the Secretary of State in Washington is overdue. State Department officials question the delay after the treaty was sent from St. Petersburg on April 27 by express and expected in New York by mail steamship, but it has not yet been delivered.
In Indianapolis, Samuel K. Moras the new Consul General to Paris has appointed Clyde Shrorshire of Georgian Vice-Consul General, replacing B. M. Slover who has served since the war. The move drew mixed reactions with supporters urging Hooper retention and others pressing for a new appointee.
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