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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1891
Page
2
A Detroit area synopsis recounts inmates escaping Ke ete Prison at Jackson and the ensuing investigation plus a wider look at Michigan state affairs. It notes previous escapes, a writ petition in the Supreme Court over county reorganizations, and mentions public notices on local governance.
Fragmented notes report deaths illness and local issues across the state. Mentions Swanger from Morley death, concerns over Morley lighting, a new basket factory at Belding, fever epidemic, medical conference in Detroit, Michigan lines, and county electors choosing questions for a new courthouse.
A dispatch from Santiago reports U S Minister in Chile demanding reparations for Baltimore sailors attacked by a Valparaiso mob. The Chilean government replies denying extraterritorial jurisdiction and promises investigation, warning Washington not to threaten or rush judgments while noting only Chilean authorities may judge crimes. Diplomatic tension grows as officials weigh next moves.
Reports describe two prairie fires in Oklahoma near Guthrie and Cimarron river with wide burns across ten miles and along the Cimarron. Many wagons and stock lost, village of Cimarron destroyed, several people missing or dead, hundreds of buildings burned, damage up to 100000 with risk of higher if wind rises.
Advices from Melbourne report the influenza outbreak shows no abatement with nearly every family afflicted. In a large establishment 50 employees were struck and a physician notes 500 cases. Country districts report serious spread and the death toll climbs. The colony premier remains ill and his sister died a few weeks ago.
Late advices from Mexico report President Dias declares Congress allotted 50000 for preparatory expenses for the World’s Columbian Exposition. A later appropriation will cover Chicago costs. States will curate displays, and Mexico aims to outdo prior efforts with a grand national exhibit.
The Argentine government sold a tract of land in the northern republic to Karan Hirsch for a Jewish settlement. About 1 000 square miles fetched more than a million dollars in gold. The plan aims to house several hundred families once the arrangement completes. Richard Morton of Columbia, South Carolina, bitten by a mad dog weeks ago, sought pastor treatment in New York but died after a period of horrible agony.
The Oliver Beiroe, carrying 156 crew and 11 passengers with cotton cargo, burned to the water’s edge near Milliken’s Bend. At least 16 people perished or were drowned as crew and villagers aided in rescues while the vessel and cargo were a total loss. A second note reports the U.S. cruiser No. 10 renamed Detroit at Baltimore, with costs and armament details. Bertha Quall, 20, killed herself after a failed attempt on her lover Alexander Walker at Grand Rapids.
A Cork rumor claimed a plot by rabid Parnellites to murder William O’Brien. Police say no foundation exists and vow protection for O’Brien. Powder mill near Yongstown Ohio exploded on October 24, killing the two workers. 300 kegs of powder destroyed. mill had been operating four months.
A jumble of brief items: Wheat arriving at Duluth at a million bushels daily. Pine Grove Kentucky reports a fatality by treachery. Striking press workers in Pittsburg. Spain's bank loan talks with Rothschilds. A Moellpe tower undermined by hooded assailants. An American theatrical actor commits suicide in New York. Pittsburg school treasurer detained in Chicago. U S attorney prepares anti trust action in St Louis. Dutch Galena plans lavish Chicago exhibit. Mexican government orders a British trained training ship. Montreal libel suit by Joseph Chaplean against the Toronto Globe. Two women start painting business in Manton with locals watching. A Louisiana lottery mailing fraud suit in U S court. Berlin: Schal arrested over a Jack the Ripper mutiate case.
Montreal correspondent reports rising support for Canadian independence, especially in Quebec where two thirds favor it. The piece notes English and French presses increasingly back independence, Ontario holds annexation meetings, and Sir Charles Tupper and the Canadian Pacific Railway are cited in broader criticisms of British policy and monopoly interests.
In Crawford county Indiana last week a damaged flag at a Clark township schoolyard sparked accusations and a heated crowd. Miss Mama Conner, the teacher, confronted suspects and declared she would raise the flag again, tying her father’s wartime service to the defense of the flag. authorities warned prosecutions for malicios trespass if the caretaking act was challenged.
Residents in Fayette County Da clash over alleged neglect at Contollaville hospital with reports of no proper fire safety and cold conditions. amid patient distress, officials face public outrage. Five killed and seven wounded in a Soo railroad wreck near Glenwood Minnesota. injuries and investigations follow as crews aid the injured and authorities assign blame.
A northwest wind from Lake Erie swept Conneaut Ohio causing widespread destruction. Homes and barns were demolished, the Record building roofless with its engine room ruined. Residents James Ferguson and Silas Hiler saw severe losses and injuries. The Store Walden Bubbite stock ruined, Lake Shore railway buildings wrecked. Estimated total losses about 100000 dollars.
Dispatch from St. Petersburg reports the Russian government refused a petition from wealthy Moscow merchants to form a famine relief society. The Interior Minister warned that visiting famine districts for relief would lead to arrest. Emigration authorities halted relief committees at several points citing moral hazard on workers and reliance on state aid.
Palo Alto, Stanford stables hero, trotted a record mile in 2 10 2/5 at Stockton California. He opened with 1 0 3/4 quarter, 1 0 3/4 half, and 2 04/5 mile pace, beating expectations. Experts expect him to challenge the world stallion record of 2,004 held by Allerton.
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