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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1889
Page
6
The measure outlines printing requirements for election notices, safer ballot handling, and strict anti trust provisions. It sets a new structure for polling place entrances and observer access, with penalties for violations and rules on challenged votes. The bill moves to the governor for approval, while other legislative actions in the session address taxes, wages, and court procedures.
A chaotic local scene recounts a fatal barroom incident in Sault Ste Marie where Maloney, intoxicated, fought over a ride and was killed by a blow to the head. The report also notes repeated mining and university developments, press club formation in the Saginaw Valley, and various civic notices across Michigan including postal and railway issues, inflation in wages, and agricultural concerns about the green midge in wheat. The piece blends crime, industry, education, and public notices in a single era-tinged digest.
General Simon Cameron dies at his Lancaster home in June after a long life in Pennsylvania politics. Born in Lancwater to Scottish parents, he edited a leading paper, became U.S. senator as a Democrat, joined the Whigs and later the Republican Party, and served as Lincoln's secretary of war. He also held a ministerial post and returned to the Senate, with his son James Donald Cameron later succeeding him.
Lucy Ware Webb Hayes wife of ex President Rutherford B Hayes died at the family home in Fremont Ohio on June 2 She was born at Chillicothe Ohio and was the daughter of Dr Jason Webb and Maria Cook Her father served in the War of 1812 and her mother was noted for her religious convictions Hayes aided wounded soldiers and spent winters with him in camp She helped found the Ohio Soldiers and Sailors Orphan Home and served on its board She later led civic groups including the Woman's Missionary Society of the M E Church and was an honorary member of the Army of West Virginia Society Her death ends a long life of charitable service.
Fire in Johnstown Pennsylvania destroyed twenty five houses in the first ward near Main Street and the river, including the large brick school. Debris sparked the flames, Philadelphia companies fought the fire but it raged beyond control until houses in its path were torn down. Cleanup progress shows crews clearing wreckage as managers push to finish repairs. Also notes deaths of Maria Mitchell and Rev William Beecher, plus a Hudson River boat accident and a bank cashier's extradition case.
A triple freight train crash near Latrobe Pennsylvania left at least twenty five to thirty dead. Locomotives and multiple cars toppled from a bridge into the creek below as crews fought fires and attempted rescues. Details describe wreckage, bodies seen in debris, and efforts to recover remains under a high wreckage toll.
The Ohio Republican state convention met in Columbus on May 26 with Brancis B. Horaten opening in prayer. Governor Foraker was chosen the gubernatorial nominee amid strong support, and the ticket was completed with Lampoon as lieutenant governor, J. Conrad as auditor, Hester as secretary of state, Watson as attorney general, Dickman as judge, and Hatin as public works head among others.
A committee is appointed to inquire into dealings between London worlds and Trash tenants. The treasury solicitor declined to opine, secretary Wisdom rejected the application, and the case may need thorough reconsideration. Reports also note lifesaving service plans, an outbreak in Jobo town, and various legal actions including Phelps’s diplomatic appointment and upcoming extra legislative session.
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