08 Jul 1886
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Newspaper
Springfield Globe Republic
Location
Springfield, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1886
Page
1
A Springfield shop debunks rival claims that boys clothing is only in Cincinnati. Owen Brothers advertise 600 waist styles from Star and Congress waists, prices from nearly nothing to 1.50. They tout comprehensive men’s apparel, from underwear to custom suits, all under one roof.
The Ohio editorial event begins with a machine test and adjourns to gauge hotel capacity in Columbus amid protests by Negro strikers. Delegates debated the refusal of the United States Senate to investigate Hillary Downing’s election, selecting General James M. Cottily of Toledo as chair and Linstead of Cincinnati as a key figure.
A desolate dispatch from Lu ther How Arkansas reports militants reinforcing against Sheriff Worthen. They plan to burn crops and barns and target Moore and Fox while other sympathizers are said to be en route. The governor is notified as farmers move families to safety amid looming violence.
A remote report from Spencer says the hamlet of Rotes burned yesterday afternoon destroying a saw mill planing mill store boarding house and homes of residents including Vanlewewar Lass and others. Estimated losses reach about 100000 with 740000 insured. Eleven dwellings one shed two barns two warehouses a scow mill and a ton of lumber and shingles burned. Sixty men lost work and twenty seven families became destitute as fire spread south of MReanee with origin suspected to be a freight train engine.
The Minneapolis region reports an unusually hot week, with a total output of 1st. barrels averaging 22,000 daily, down from 140,070 the prior week and 16,710 the year before. Exports remain steady, mainly bakers’ grade, while mills closed Monday lowering weekly totals by about 20,000 barrels. Wheat and flour stocks and arrivals are detailed across Minneapolis, Duluth, and St. Paul elevators.
The Saloon Keepers of Cleveland will not pay the Dow tax presently as the Dow law is temporarily enjoined. In Marietta Judge Follett granted a temporary injunction in Leo Adler et al v Whitthook treasurer of Cuyahoga County. The suit, tied to the Liquor League of Cleveland, seeks relief while the Supreme Court adjourns without action. The case stands with the bond set at 850 000.
A violent tornado and heavy rain swept Scranton and Senatus Pa causing extensive damage to trees houses and crops. The storm lasted about fifteen minutes producing fallen trees shattered fences uprooted homes and large walnutsized hail while telegraph and telephone wires suffered damage. A subsequent rain and electrical storm continued for hours with property losses estimated as significant.
Reports describe doubts about Spritefield’s Second Meignde camp, with Colonel Preenan’s brigade ordered to mobilize. Mentions fundraising, engineering work in Xenia and Springfield, and local residents beautifying pathways with artificial stone walks.
A drowning incident near Springfield street and the river bridge in Yellow Springs ends with the victim identified as Elis Payne Evans. Bystanders and local workers, including H. J. Dmi nean and Dr Roseberry, attempted resuscitation after the swift current carried the body downstream to the north bank. The funeral will be held at 5 pm Friday from 116 South Yellow Springs street.
In New York on July 5 Judge Lawrence denied the defense motion to dismiss the suit brought by Farnworth of the Bank and Merchants Telegraph against Western Union Telegraph for destruction of plaintiff wires. In Zealand Valley New Hampshire a fire rages along the railway owned by J E Heary. Three camps, two trillion feet of spruce timber, standing timber, and wool have been bored. Two mills shut down, 50 men laid off. Damages estimated at 350000.
In July Livismas notes that natural gas usage by local manufacturers reduces coal consumption by about 15 beetles daily, while the overall cost of natural gas in the region has displaced roughly 5,000 tons of labor in the area.
In Krentasy Minnesota last night Henry Wotug age 24 killed Mary Dseher age 11 then committed suicide. The pair had declined marriage offers. The killer's mother and sister witnessed the event.
The article reports on ward canvasses for population estimates with a seventh ward yet to hear from and total figures around 10,000 in question. It notes home rule collections, a telegraphed donation to Rev Thomas Reilly of Detroit, and a treasurer's report. Also covered are a death, a public meeting, weather effects on crops, fishing trip reports, lunacy inquest for Matthew Meehan, and council work on a bridge abutment with community acknowledgments.
New York opened with a weak stock market as prices fell about 61 percent below yesterday's close. By 11 o'clock activity lagged but rates improved and fractional shares recovered slightly, leaving the market dull yet firm.
A third tragedy in two weeks struck Latrobe Pennsylvania as Palmer was shot and killed during a quarrel at the Marker house last night. No arrest reported.
New York July 8 steamship Nevada from Liverpool brings 100 Mormon converts to be guided by elders on the voyage to Utah. Also notes a Niagara Falls doctor’s mysterious death and a coroner’s inquiry, a tense Afghan frontier report, wheat prices in Chicago, a glue factory fire in Argentina, death of Congressman William H. Cole, and Cardinal Louisbert’s death in Paris.
At a Springfield club meeting the resignation of Theos J. Kirkpatrick as captain was presented by George Repeay. Kirkpatrick cited duties and business as reasons, with a decision to act deferred for a larger, more representative attendance. The move comes as the club weighs leadership and future plans amid ongoing committee reports.
Warden Coffin reports on first morning at Columbus Penitentiary detailing three inmate grades with distinct uniforms and privileges. First grade men wear gray, second grade the same, third grade in striped clothing. Proposals include chevrons on clothing to indicate rank and red background stripes for higher grades. Factories like woolen mill and iron works provide employment and potential reorganization to improve profits.
A bold attempt at the Fraterring boarding house saloon failed when a stranger grabbed the money drawer from behind the bar. Mrs. Herring pursued and forced the man to drop the drawer, escaping out the back. Police have no description and no suspect yet.
The police court dealt with multiple cases of drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Individuals including John Singer, Ruben Copenhaver, Mikey Welsh, Gribe, Mike Bray, John Sherry, John Flynn, Matt Meehan, Samuel Spear faced fines or costs. James Rodgers’ case was continued and Tom Ford’s was dismissed. The Vierna Concert and a High Street church event at the Grand Opera House were announced, with tickets on sale. A missing four year old girl from Shaffer and Main streets was found shortly after being reported missing.
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