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Newspaper
Syracuse Register
Location
Syracuse, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1896
Page
2
A proposal in New York city suggests adopting the lady's slipper as the flower emblem for a local club or organization. The suggestion invites support for a distinctive symbol tied to the city’s horticultural and cultural identity.
The year 1596 is seen as historical because of political turmoil cyclones floods and unusually early roses three weeks ahead of the usual time.
A farmer in Fryeburg Maine has developed a four wheel tip cart that automatically separates if the horse is frightened and bolts. The device aims to prevent runaway accidents by detaching the load from the horse.
The article notes Taunton Mass produces exceptionally fine wire with a diameter of one five-hundredth of an inch, much thinner than human hair, calling it the finest wire in the country.
A Kansas man claims a cyclone pulled him along outdoors so swiftly he herself stepped on his own heels. Skeptics doubt the sensational account and seek corroboration.
Government aims to exclude certain consumers by name lines for smallpox control. The proposal would hold masters of ships liable for noncompliance and enforce health protections at sea.
A New York lad, John A. Brady, has lost all five senses due to a brain lesion. He cannot see, hear, taste, smell, or feel, and has no power of speech.
A Syracuse dramatic critic praised Bernhardt for a lean lynx like smile and serpentine sinuosity, noting ophidian grace, cat like softness, tigerish ferocity, and leopard agility, all showcased for a single admission price.
The report states that injuries worsen on the second day, and a wounded man who keeps fighting for 24 hours is a dangerous adversary. It accuses the new rifles of an unexpected and serious defect.
Peanr contemplates a second voyage to Arctic regions to recover a 40 ton meteorite found last year. The mission aims to inspire public confidence and speed success for the relief party in locating it again.
A Frexen savant forecasts a spiritual chemistry discovered by 2000 that will alter human nature. He claims solar heat and Earth's central heat will drive a global era of peace, wealth, and a vast pleasure game.
Friends visiting Aldworth house heard Lord Selbourne tell Tennyson he should be happy there. The poet replied he had only a year to live, a remark his death nearly to the minute fulfilled.
A new claimant to the title of meanest man is in evidence but temporarily in hiding. A Chicago Free Methodists revival included exhortation and prayer with the converted man. After the service the preacher found the contents of his vest missing, taken by the newly converted brother.
Iris reports a coordinated move by American manufacturers to explore South American markets. Following a National Association of Manufacturers suggestion, several American industry reps plan to visit the region to assess opportunities amid $475 million in annual imports for 50 million people, with the US supplying about $70 million.
Report from New York notes experiments by Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison yielding nearly identical discoveries. The article highlights the parallel results and the recognition both men receive for their work in advancing electrical science.
The May proceedings in Washington report House and Senate actions on tax, tariff, and appropriations. Key items include the repeal of tariff rebate on alcohol used in medicine, a bond bill review, a raise for letter carriers, and a proposal to tax adulterated beer. The St Louis storm relief was also addressed with tent loans and related aid.
The supreme court sustains the validity of appropriations to fund the sugar bounty act and reverses Comptroller Bowler on bounty payments. The article also notes grain stocks on the 25th and cites a successful protest by Secretary Olney over Weyler's tobacco export ban and records the St Louis tornado as the bureau’s deadliest on record.
The seventh national prohibition convention met in Pittsburgh on the 27th with Oliver W Stewart of Illinois named permanent chairman. Delegates reported 510 present and a pledge to relentless war on licensed rum. The party nominated Joshua Levering and Hale Johnson for president and vice president, while a split formed the Nations Party. Bank of New England closed. Gildemeister Kroeger of New York faced $100000 failure. Junior Prohibition League elected G W Hopkins president.
A cyclone swept Polk and Jasper counties causing fatalities and injuries. Twenty dead and many injured were reported across Valeria Bondurant Santiago and other towns. Cloudbursts between La Moille and State Center damaged crops drowned livestock and caused deaths among residents including two young society women in La Sree. Birdie Cassady and Georgia Rickett drowned during boat accidents. A separate shooting in Kunkle left one dead and a wife wounded. Dozens injured and seven killed were reported amid storms affecting Morrowe Leaf River Foreston Elgin Rockford Daria Junction Egan City Mount Morris and Rockton.
Reports detail a devastating cyclone hitting St Louis East St Louis and nearby towns with 463 dead and 718 injured. Property losses reach 4 to 5 million dollars. 500 to 800 families lose homes. Surge of political news includes party nominations and conventions across multiple states.
Turkish soldiery swept through Crete streets while telegraphs urged for warships. Mexican ranch killings claimed 18 lives including women and children. A Victoria bridge collapse sent a streetcar and carriages into the bay, killing many. Descrento and Moscow crownings, a major Ontario fire, and a Newfoundland shipwreck with drownings are reported.
Reports say a crowd crush at a Moscow coronation feast caused at least 1300 deaths and many injuries. Buildings were wrecked. the catastrophe marks a deadly disaster of mass gatherings in czarist Russia.
A cyclone struck Wednesday afternoon causing massive destruction across the Mississippi River cities. Deaths and injuries mount as the storm toppled the Eads bridge sections and wrecked riverfront facilities. Relief funds began flowing in from citizens, with initial contributions totaling over 14 000 and a distribution committee named.
Dispatches report deadly storms across Chicago and surrounding areas on May 29. Many lives were lost and large property damage occurred with ships and barns among structures destroyed.
A tragedy unfolds in Phaleax with a father, mother, and five children killed. Authorities have not yet released full details of the incident or the sequence of events. Local officials promise updates as information becomes available.
A series of catastrophes in Missouri near Mexico and Beau Creek claim multiple lives. In a schoolhouse near Mexico four children plus a teacher die or are fatally hurt, with several injured. At two locations Mrs See and Miss Biencoe are among the dead or grievously wounded. The Missouri incidents devastate communities and leave many families in mourning.
The 71st general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church closes in Cleveland after four weeks. It did little on major questions such as women's eligibility, constitutional revision, and lay representation. Proceedings included reports on conference boundaries and a final vote of thanks before adjournment.
May 27 Moscow reports the coronation of the Russian czar and empress with the imperial crown ceremony in the cathedral. Bells drums and a national anthem marked the moment as the emperor received the crown and the couple sat on the throne amid congratulatory acclaim. The metropolitan spoke on duties of office and the imperial pair later dined in state. In a separate report from San Jose on May 28, Col McGiney and family were murdered by his son-in-law James Dunham at Campbell, eight miles southwest of the city, with six others slain.
Notes report varied items from Paris polo on tricycles to 220 great‑grandchild links of Queen Victoria. It mentions Bosiah duplications, Sparta’s royal baby, Neapolis songs at court, Juneau steam arrivals, gold rush cars with 404 passengers, large whisky and beer consumption in New York, and an Ireland lord lieutenant abolition proposal with a Dublin royal residence.
Advertisement extols the Santa Fe line as the direct through route from Chicago and Kansas City to Cripple Creek with luxurious Pullmans, fast service, and low rates. Also notes free mail order book and descriptive pamphlet. Includes a brief humor exchange from the Washington Star and Roxbury Gazette.
In a Pittsburgh Cronicle Telegraph item, Homewood and Frankstown discuss the new baseball season amid hot weather. The piece notes baseball fans seeking appropriate exercise and mentions Hosteter's Stomach Bitters as a tonic for nerves and general ailments.
An illus trated monthly issue named Corn Belt by the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad offers farm land information for the West. Subscription 25 cents postage paid, address 209 Adams St Chicago, for one year. A quoted dialogue about a missing wife appears from the New York World.
A fragment discusses renewed health and inner cleanliness claimed from Syrup or Figs, contrasting it with old-fashioned medicines and cheap substitutes. The text includes stray dialogue about reading passions and milliner’s bills, reflecting playful banter.
Recruitment note seeks men of good habits to take piano and organ agencies in every county not yet represented. Emphasizes first class references and pay potential. Includes address Ester & Camp 233 State St Chicago and other assorted ad snippets and quotations.
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