24 Nov 1892
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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1892
Page
1
The readable bits list names such as Sherman Fitch and Emory Smith and Dickens in a garbled stream. It mentions a yacht, a reporter, options about post offices, and after hours in a track scene with elves of twilight awaiting a time to strike. The text evokes a dated, literary newspaper vibe with scattered references to individuals and events.
Hettie Brown, a village dressmaker living alone with her cat Toby, recalls happier Thanksgiving days spent at her late father's prosperous farm as drizzle falls on Lilac Lane. Her mood turns nostalgic and somber as memories of her family and vanished relatives surface.
A celebratory reflection thanks nature for beauty in hills and plains, streams and woods, verdant grass, flowers, birds, bees, a refreshing summer breeze, and the vast ocean’s might. The verse expresses gratitude for all creation.
Hettie Brown, a widow dressmaker in a neat cottage, befriends four needy villagers at Thanksgiving. She shares her modest feast with Tommie Smith, Mr. Mott, Polly Moore, and Grandma Leigh, after receiving a turkey from Farmer Jackson and a thoughtful gift from Miss Dale. A changed outlook follows as she explains Puritan roots of the holiday.
Washington dispatch reports Democrats plan early action to repeal existing pension laws and replace with a simple scheme to save about 100 million annually. They argue reductions may win votes despite pensioners’ fate, aiming to fund government as deficits loom. no early extra session expected.
A humorous dialog from Harper's Bazar centers on a "poor and worthy woman" to whom a Thanksgiving turkey might be sent. The exchange highlights a playful, old time tone as a character praises his wife as “pow erful poor” and “monstrous worthy,” reflecting social humor of the era.
In a brisk exchange from the Boston Post, Jacky boasts of a thirteen pound turkey, while another claims a fifteen pound bird. The dialogue shifts to a narrator noting a doctor visiting twice in one night, highlighting a humorous family brag about holiday feasts.
A short verse notes a turkey's loud gobble scaring Tom away and the next day Tommy retaliates by gobbling the turkey. The light humorous piece reflects rustic holiday humor from Harper's Young People.
A mother orders her son Arthur to take powders every two hours. He replies that she never specified the exact location for ingestion, highlighting a miscommunication in a domestic medical routine.
A fragmented quote from Ram's Horm references a man who lets his wife split wood and cautions about taking too much speech during prayer. The garbled text hints at a local debate over decorum at a meeting, reflecting period speech and social norms.
Ohio totals show Samuel Taylor defeats William Taylor for Secretary of State as returns from Col. Poorman indicate a statewide vote of 854,203. The article notes voter turnout lagged behind expectations, with Danford leading Seward in presidential electors and S. M. Taylor trailing W. A. Taylor in the secretary race by 973.
Herman Siegler a German living with his wife and her parents at 7293 North Paulina street shot and killed Henry and Caroline Siles Sunday morning injuring his wife slightly. He then wounded a officer during a gunfight as a mob nearly lynched him. He claimed the Lord commanded the killings and said he was ill.
In St Louis on November 22 at the Knights of Labor session, Daniel Powderly asked not to be re-elected as general master workman. Delegates voted 102 to 6 with scattering to secure his return. Other officers named include Hugh Cavanaugh as general worthy foreman and John W. Hayes as general secretary treasurer.
In Philadelphia on November 22 Judge McMullen told Lancaster county grand jurors to indict all who wagered on election results. He warned nearly everyone in the courtroom had violated the law, noting his own defeat in the recent election by under 100 votes.
In Palermo two peasants face trial for poisoning a priest by pouring corrosive sublimate into the chalice at mass. The priest collapsed on the altar steps and later died.
Albany New York November 21 Calculations at Dudley Observatory by Prof Lewis Ross show Holmes comet is not the same as Biela's and will not come near the earth A week earlier the comet had a position almost exactly what Bielas would have on its usual course
Washington dispatch reports Senator Kenna was considerably easier after a night of relative comfort but his overall condition remains essentially unchanged.
Wilkesbarre reports a four day surge of faith as Rev. P Warnen, calling himself The Healing Evangelist, heals at Zion Methodist Church. He claims divine power from prayer, accepts no fee, and describes muffled brain vibrations heard during healing while insisting medicines are God given. Thousands attend, with rich donors sought but refused.
Homestead, Pa., Nov. 22. The strike is officially declared off and a rush to return to work began at 6 AM. By 9 AM the flow continued, with many workers entering two or three at a time. The firm plans to favor old men, and many colored workers have been discharged to make room. Plant repairs are needed and old employees hope to regain their positions after completion.
The Blackwater river in Cork County has overflowed, flooding Fermoy and surrounding areas. Gas works in Fermoy submerged plunge town into darkness as residents evacuate to higher ground. A house at Clacdough mountain was swept away with occupants drowned. many houses inundated and sheep drowned amid prolonged rainfall.
Denver citizens discuss holding a World's fair in 1995 to mark 100 years since the Louisiana Purchase. They envision Denver as a booming republic of the centennial state, ten years from now able to host a major exposition and showcase growth.
Milwaukee on November 22 reports Wm R. Binder, bookkeeper for Leidersdorf Tobacco Co., shot and killed his wife and seven year old daughter before killing himself at 876 Cambridge Avenue. Family described as peaceful. no motive known.
The Galatz court enforces a transfer from Princess Gregory Gortschakoff to her brother Prince Gregory Stourdza. The ruling requires $5,000,000 and Paris and Baden Baden residences, tied to the disputed will of the princess’s father, Moldavia’s late governor, a judgment described as financially ruinous.
Springfield Ill Nov 22 burglars entered Rearick and Co bank at Ashland by forcing a back door vault opened with sledge hammer and wedge. About 2500 dollars taken from the vault as the thieves fled.
A Portland Portsmouth incident left a young schoolgirl badly hurt after a Monday evening accident involving a fire tape and a head injury. Enge Brown was involved in the event, and the girl’s condition is described as serious.
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