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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1887
Page
1
A historical ad note describes a purported cure for piles offered by a Boston firm, with claims of new relief and wide availability. The text references solfeggio materials and varying formats, noting retail pricing and distribution through Broadway in New York.
An Ohio history piece reviews the 1816 17 Scioto river long span bridge at Chillicothe built by five citizens under an 1815 act. It details toll rates 6 12 60 cents, later sale, repairs 1867, and replacement by iron, with notes on traffic and safety concerns through 1860s.
A sprawling reminiscence traces Ohio’s first legislature, key figures like Creighton Baldwin and Logan the Mingo, and the era’s rough justice. It recounts the state seal’s origins, Mont Logan’s tragic story, grave deeds, and the Logan Historical Society begun in 1841, ending with an epitaph praising Logan’s memory.
Medical guidance from the St Louis Globe-Democrat warns that persistent ear discharge threatens the mastoid cells linked to the middle ear. Untreated cases risk septicemia meningitis and brain membranes. Surgery may be required to expose and drain diseased bone and insert a drain tube.
In fragments from the San Francisco Call, a correspondent asks if California ever had a death penalty for grand larceny. The reply notes an April 1851 act amended prior law, allowing death by jury discretion for robbery and grand larceny, with $50 or more valued theft constituting grand larceny, and petty larceny punishable by county jail, fines, or lashes at jury discretion.
In Dusois Pennsylvania on February 21 three masked men tortured 70 year old John Bortmas to force the hiding place of cash. They hanged him thrice and burned his feet with live coals, obtaining 312 dollars plus a thousand hidden under the floor. He survived and neighbors freed him after hearing his cries. Suspects believed to live nearby.
Henry Ward Beecher, in a New York sermon, argued against the old idea of hell and vengeance, saying salvation comes through voluntary suffering of love. He cited the revised Bible’s removal of hell, noted future punishment remains, and offered a worm to eagle illustration to show varied paths to heaven.
Rome February 21 report says United Abyssinian armies under General Rasaiula advance on Massowah. Italians await reinforcements and fear a major assault as Abyssinians outnumber them. Strong strategic tense shows potential severe consequences for the port city and its defenses.
Pesth February 21 The Thelester Liogd states Austria will not oppose Russian forces in Bulgaria but will select targets favorable for operations, maintaining its stance on the occupation as a casus belli.
Louisville February 21 Mrs Willie F Fisher a young wife died by taking laudanum. She left a letter saying she was driven to the act by lies spread about her by her husband s father and mother and by his drinking.
A Chicago resident filed a Treasury claim for redemption of a thousand dollar U S Bond he says he chewed and swallowed to keep a burglar from getting it.
Feb 21 report from LircuFiELp says Mrs. Wm. Maxey burned to death when a lamp exploded. Her husband suffered severe injuries while trying to extinguish the fire and is expected to die.
In a February 21 letter from Washington Admiral Porter informs Congressman Lawler on protecting major cities. He argues for armored monitors with the heaviest guns to defend strategic harbors and coastal positions. The communication highlights naval defense priorities and fortification needs.
Miss Hattie Morgan of State Street near Polk retrieved her missing pocketbook after posting a letter. A policeman assigned by Lieutenant Arch stood watch at the box but refused to deliver the wallet to the post office, citing duty to keep the contents intact. She was later notified and recovered the purse.
A large crowd of strikers and sympathizers rioted in East Cambridge during a streetcar tie up. Bricks and stones struck cars and police as mounted squads dispersed the mob. about a dozen arrests and several injured officers were reported. Minor disturbances occurred in South Boston with no car interference.
The American Forestry Congress urged the National Legislature to withdraw timber lands still held by the General Government from sale. They proposed placing lands under state trust, or keeping them with the federal government and creating a Department of Forests to manage and protect forests. A forest-planting program on treeless plains military reservations was empfehlen to aid tree planters and bolster agriculture.
George Tragresser an ironworker living in Allegheny City was beaten by footpads on the Tenth street railroad bridge last night and died this evening. He carried two dollars which the robbers took. The assailants remain unknown. Tragresser had suffered severe injuries from a similar attack on the same bridge five weeks earlier.
The National Consumers' Meat Company has opened five outlets in New York and plans to extend control over most butcher shops in the city, supplying carcasses directly from Western ranches. The move aims to drive out local slaughterers and Chicago dressed beef suppliers.
The coroner of Seneca County, C., has rendered a verdict in the Republic railroad disaster. He blames the company for employing defective machinery and dangerous heating and lighting apparatus.
The Grand Opera House on East State street caught fire at 2 o’clock tonight and was completely gutted before the flames were controlled. Little of the scenery and stage settings were saved.
Ovessa Feb 20 An extensive plot has been discovered for a Polish rising in the event of a Russo Austrian or Russo German war. Many imperial officers and officials are implicated. Twenty persons have been arrested.
In Lafayette County farmers prepare for possible horse theft raids. Two horse thief detective companies were formed last week, with more townships yet to report.
Commissioner Colman of the Agricultural Department writes against introducing Australian rabbits. He states he does not fear dealers will bring the pests into the United States, expressing confidence the risk is minimal.
Feb 20 Priape puta report officer Joan McIntyre entered Twenty-third District Station house as shots rang out in all directions. Lieutenant Lyons was forced to shoot to subdue the man who was dangerously wounded.
Denver reports the recent Nebraska and Colorado storm declared the most destructive in state history with many lives believed lost and extensive cattle losses. The harsh weather has sparked widespread concern and ongoing rescue and recovery efforts.
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