07 Apr 1887
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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1887
Page
1
A fragmented ad listing offerings from Ditson & Co includes items for schools and singers. It mentions SONG GREETING YALL SINGER at 60 cents, ONG BELLS at 5 cents, and EMS FOR LITTLE SINGS with retail price details.
Volume XVIII profiles General Isaac Van Horne and Lewis Cass, tracing Van Horne’s Continental service from 1776 to his 1837 death and Cass’s rise from Muskingum County prosecutor to Governor of Michigan and U S Senator. The piece weaves family ties, legal prowess, and Cass’s frontier diplomacy, with anecdotes from the Zanesville bar and politics of the era.
In Savannah on April 3 a Salvation Army meeting at Ford's Hall erupted into a twenty minute riot as roughs clashed with attendees and police, injuring many while arrests were made. Five army members were jailed, with bail refused. The crowd surged, women screamed, exits bottlenecked, and no shots were fired despite pistols being shown. Police arrived late, drawing criticism for their stance toward the army.
Moncton Nova Scotia April 1 The Intercolonial railway remains blockedsix trains and a tunnel of snow halt about fifteen hundred travelers including seven hundred immigrants. Fenched by frost and drifts up to thirty feet relief efforts continue as engineers workers and guards move to reopen the line and deliver food.
The article chronicles Lewis Cass from his Senate days in 1849 to his death in 1866, highlighting his stance on compromise measures, opposition to the Wilmot proviso, and role as Secretary of State under Buchanan. It notes the 1852 Democratic nominating contest, the Young America era, and Cass’s enduring influence, education advocacy, and literary contributions.
The Interstate Commerce Commission hears memorials as Vice President Smith of the Louisville and Nashville submits arguments on the long and short haul rule. Senator Dolph presents petitions from Oregon and Washington boards of trade urging a TC modification for Northern Pacific against Canadian Pacific. Chairman Cooley informs Canadian Express Company that the commission assumes applicability of the law to express firms unless a hearing is requested.
In San Francisco on April 4 Chinese festival at Point Lebos Cemetery draws thousands of Mongolians to place meat on graves burn joss sticks and firecrackers. A 500 wagon procession leaves behind debris as tramps and dogs gather for a moonlight feast while government supervised exhumations prepare 2000 corpses for shipment to China under hermetic packing rules.
Logan Ohio April 4 Al Green a colored barber took out a license to marry Maggie Shorr a comely young white girl of this place They drove to Nelsonville and were married at six o clock this evening This is the first license of the kind ever issued in this county and makes not a little stir among our people.
A spring freshet swept away King's mill dam at XGERSOLL Ontario destroying a tenement housing four families. Drownings reported include John Bowman and his daughter, a young man named John McLean, and a unnamed child. Laird and his daughter are missing.
In Santiago de Cuba on March 25, Britain demands Haiti pay $1,000,000 as full settlement. If unpaid, Britain claims Tortugas Island off Haiti’s north coast as compensation. The island is about thirty miles long with woods and water.
April 4 report shows total redemption of trade dollars reaching 8,875,735 dollars but with slow progress. Analysts now estimate the final redemption will likely not exceed six to seven million dollars, suggesting fewer coins remain in circulation than initial estimates.
NEGAUNEF Mich April 4 The heaviest snow storm of the season with a fierce northwest wind has raged across the upper Michigan Peninsula for twelve hours. Fifteen to eighteen inches of snow on the level. Trains in all directions are delayed.
Cincinnati reports early results from the municipal election with Mayor race tallies showing Smith, Republican 17,958 Stevenson, United Labor 17,327 and Matson, Democrat 11,451. The Labor Party also wins numerous council seats and ward offices.
A sixteen year old son of John Richey of six miles southwest of Scottssrre shot himself in the head this morning, death attributed to disappointed affection. The tragedy underscores the impact of heartache on youths.
Paestine Texas April 4 Colonel Wm B Martin Democratic nominee was today elected to Congress from the Second District to fill the unexpired term of John H Reagan A very light vote was polled The Republicans presented no candidate.
A terse dialogue unfolds as an old gentleman urges Bobby to attend church twice on Sunday. Bobby reluctantly hints at his own childhood obligation and agrees to prepare, reflecting on family expectations and early religious routines.
A playful reader verse from the Boston Post riffs on butter's nature and appearance. The quip teases whether butter is real or merely grease or cream, reflecting lighthearted, local tone in a brief cultural snip.
Captain McCullough, aboard the brig Wm. G. Irwin, reports Chinese rivals bribed a high official with 70000 to win exclusive opium rights in the Hawaiian Kingdom. They failed, then demanded a roof bribe. Handbills offering $5000 for King Kalakaua’s head appeared, guards doubled at the palace.
Washington April 3 Ten vacancies have existed in the Navy Medical Corps for nearly two years due to deaths resignations and other causes The Surgeon General says suitable physicians cannot be secured unless Navy inducements match those offered by the army for medical commissions
In New York on April 3 the Knights of Labor District Assembly denied any boycott against the New York Sun and Typographical Union No 6 and adopted resolutions denouncing attempts to muzzle the city press. The body affirmed the right to honest opinion on matters of public importance and press expression.
Guerens E. Baker a 47 year old farmer living four miles from Harmonsburg Meadville Pa was instantly killed Saturday afternoon while felling timber. A tree in fall struck him and his uplifted axe buried in his brain. He was a Civil War veteran and leaves a wife and five children in destitute circumstances.
John Varley, a roller at Younestows iron mill, slipped while grabbing red hot steel as it passed through rolls. The steel struck his left leg above the knee, tearing flesh and nearly burning bone. He was taken to the hospital where the leg was amputated at the thigh.
Brunx April 3 report that three conspirators involved in the March 13 Czar assassination attempt in St Petersburg were hanged Thursday morning. Twenty more officers were arrested in connection with the attack near the Gatschina Palace park on Tuesday.
Clarksville Tennessee April 3 Fire here today destroyed twenty five buildings. Loss estimated at 230000 dollars. Fire swept through the business district causing extensive damage and prompting investigations into the blaze. No injuries reported as firefighters battled the flames amid stubborn smoke and fallen debris.
The Haddock murder defense produced a witness claiming to have seen the crime and stating Arensdorf is not the killer but matches the description of Leavitt, a main prosecution witness.
Henry Stair a blacksmith at Pratt and Sons carriage works was fatally injured when a grindstone burst. A fragment struck him causing injuries that proved terminal this morning. Boxuart Inc reports the incident dated April 3.
In Sioux City on April 1 the Haddock trial defense argues Leavitt killed Haddock. Witnesses report seeing Leavitt on Fourth street an hour before the murder wearing light pants and remarking about killing Haddock. Testimony targets Leavitt and Bis marck, with most witnesses saloon men confounded by cross examination.
Chas L James noted anarchist and son of novelist G P R James was granted a divorce from Mrs James in Eau Claire Wisconsin after she testified of failure to support and inhuman treatment. She received custody of the children and the house and lot.
April 1 report states Judge Acheson ordered suspension of U S District Court activities in Southwestern Pennsylvania due to lack of appropriation after Congress failed to pass a deficiency bill in time for presidential signing. Prisoners held on pending charges were released on their own recognizances.
Herr Most the anarchist was freed from the penitentiary on Blackwell's Island early today. A young woman and sympathizers greeted him on landing at East Fifty second street. A large crowd trailed to Second avenue where they settled in a beer saloon.
Wasuincrox reports the public debt declined to 12 808 467 71 dollars for March. Treasury cash available for debt reduction stood at 268 123 971 52 dollars.
President Diaz tells Congress that Mexico's relations with foreign nations are agreeable and that there is no issue with the United States disturbing the friendly ties between the two nations. He notes improvements and cooperation with the northern neighbor.
The mints produced 5,195,906 dollars in March with 3,020,380 standard silver dollars.
William Scully, noted alien landlord with holdings in Logan Sangamon and Livingston Counties, purchased 1100 acres near Cayuga in Livingston County for 45000 dollars, expanding his land empire according to the April 1 report from Broomixeton Inc.
Wasuixetos reports the pension office issued one thousand pension certificates yesterday marking the largest daily total ever by the bureau. The feat underscores growing beneficiary reach and administrative efficiency in handling retirement claims.
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