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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1885
Page
6
Abilene Reflector notes that the Tar German East African Society claims acquisition of territory in East Africa by treaty with native chiefs, extending two degrees north in latitude, amid various political and personal items including court-martial outcomes, nominations, and international events.
The State Veterinarian warns hog cholera is more prevalent than ever in Kansas with losses likely to reach $1,000,000 or more. He cites Brown, Marshall, Jackson, Osage, Bourbon, Butler, Lyon, Chase, Dickinson, Saline, Reno, Barton, Sedgwick, Sumner, and Shawnee as hard hit and urges immediate killing and burning of sick animals to curb the outbreak.
James C. Pusey, former Kansas State Penitentiary clerk, withdrew a not guilty plea and pleaded guilty to forgery and embezzlement. Judge Crozier sentenced him to four years hard labor. Pusey, 36, spoke calmly, expressing remorse and hope for time off for good behavior, while lamenting separation from his mother.
Twe editors of the Monitor Republi cano and Carreo de Luness of Mexico City have been sentenced to eight months imprisonment and fined three hundred dollars. Other items note Prince Toxsum’s Paris tour, cattle on Cheyenne reservations, and various diplomatic and naval matters.
Secret investigation by three U S special agents probes undervaluation of imported goods in New York. Major importers face possible $1,000,000 in back duties after reappraisals. a petition seeks fixed tariffs. District Attorney Dorsheimer pledges enforcement against bribery in customs inspections.
Wasmmarox September 26 Julio K Santos the naturalized citizen recently released from prison in Ecuador arrived here with Congressman McComas of Maryland to thank the State Department for its efforts He claims his liberation depended on U S action rather than the Ecuadorian pardon and intends to seek damages from Ecuador He was confined in harsh conditions and will hire counsel for a damage claim Exports and Imports Wasminetox September 26 The Bureau of Statistics reports imports for the year ending August 31 1885 at 571 225 043 while 1884 stood at 657 871 316 Exports for the year ending August 31 1885 were 722 765 461 down from 735 915 792 in 1884 War mind scene Mesem Ix September 24 In Eaton Bishop Scott Andrew Oney and Frank Poor on trial for the murder of William Haynes Scott testified while his mind collapsed and he was removed as the crowd surged Battleford September 26 Wandering Spirit sentenced to hang for murder of Agent Quinn plus other sentences for arson horse stealing murder and manslaughter with executions set for November 27
Reports from Rock Springs Wyoming describe rising tension after a planned strike over Chinese workers. Union Pacific officials warn of violence and possible dynamite use while managers move to lay off strikers and mobilize peacekeeping measures as President Adams backs leadership. 1500 workers at the shops face wage disparities and possible walkouts amid Knights of Labor pressure.
A report on frauds linked to Indiana Township warrants surfaces as Edgar Stark presents 33,000 worth of forged warrants demanding scrutiny by Ernest Kitz. The indorsements by R. B. Pollard and collateral with C. E. Cook’s bank are noted. Separately, Minnie Walkup’s poisoning case returns to Lyon County District Court for October 10 with renewed legal battles, while a Bevier incident reports an air compressor explosion tied to Loomis and Snively mines, amid racial labor tensions and theft rumors.
Storms lash Lake Michigan disrupting shipping. Four schooners wrecked with crews rescued. two fishermen drowned at the north pier despite warnings. A Spanish steamer Hewineoa disappears near Grand Manan. likely sunk with all hands. Christine Nilssen concert disaster in Sipekkotu leaves seventeen dead and chaos after the performance.
A chaotic report from September 21 describes European unrest as Prince Alexander and Turkish authorities press to contain forces in Roumelia and Constantinople. Russian officers resign in Kulgarkin service, volunteers rally, and troops move toward Boorghas and Acianople while ambassadors seek clear instructions from major powers.
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