13 Jul 1885
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 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Springfield Globe Republic
Location
Springfield, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1885
Page
1
The Owen Brothers report shows winds from the north over Ten neewe and Kia Valley with stationary temperatures and windy conditions. Temperature readings around Warier and Por Tonneasee indicate rising maritime weather concerns for merchant vessels traveling northward.
A compressed price listing notes Half To Mackinaw Hats at 750 and a broad sale of men and boys apparel. It touts cheap mixed sailors, summer coats, underwear, breeches, and cloaks, with assorted fabrics, silk umbrellas, shirts, vests, and pantaloons. Emphasizes value, quantity, and a single strong store for bargains.
Report from Wicurra Kansas dated July 12 describes Hallowell, government agricultural agent, arriving from Reno to teach farmers. It says Bent family allies, including Old Colonel Bent’s sons, will resist government disarmament with possible loss of life. Cheyenne and Arapaho warriors prepare, herd ponies, and ready to defend against patrols. Authorities seek data on numbers and plan patrols, fearing intensified raids if disarmament proceeds.
A chaotic day recounts clashes on Waterford streets, a citizen killed by a bayonet, and a violent melee between Frenchmen and lumbermen. Reports also describe unrest in Michigan and Minnesota with armed patrols, riots, and meteorological damage from a lake tornado.
An incident at Union Chapel caused by a collapsed scaffold leaves one worker, Joto McDunough, injured and taken home. The fall from the platform occurred while plastering, with bystanders reporting he may be unable to work for some time.
The Attorney General delivers an opinion on questions from the Secretary of the Navy about the Dolphin project and its contract. He finds speed as the core issue, discusses adherence to the Advisory Board plans, and concludes no enforceable contract exists between Mr. Rowe and the United States if the vessel cannot meet required power and speed standards. He notes potential liability considerations and references congressional intent in assessing warranty and acceptance.
A dramatic early 1900s account details a Montgomery County incident where Mrs. Smith was assaulted and robbed of 81,100 by two men who tied her and threatened arson. The article outlines police involvement, alleged accomplices, and community reactions, with Mrs. Smith defending her husband and the couple facing ongoing distress and legal action.
A sequence of fires across Albany and surrounding towns leaves multiple dead or injured. A wall collapse at a clock factory trench and a piano factory blaze cause extensive damage while firefighting efforts struggle to control flames. Officials report several workers missing or rescued with varying injuries as investigations begin.
Fragmentary 19th century dispatches recount smallpox fear in a sparsely described state, a death and delayed body removal, a mother and five children quarantined, a drowning rescue effort, and a ship revolution note in Venezuela. Additional items include Canada patriot death, Salvation Army arrest for public disturbance, and local weathered calamities.
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.