17 Sep 1891
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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1891
Page
1
Beneficial tonic described as pleasant to the taste and prompt in action. Claims include cleansing the eyes and bowels, dispelling colds, aiding digestion, and relaxing the stomach. Sold in 50c and 2s sizes by leading druggists and reliable outlets. Produced by IA FIG SYRUP CO. New York, NY.
A rapid collection of dated notes covers world topics from the Sultan of Oman to Idaho peaks, a Maine hotel keeper named Gin, submarine cables surrounding Jamaica, and Texas homestead laws. It notes sugar and grain issues in the U S west, a sulphur spring near San Antonio, a woman to drive the World’s Fair nail, and Massachusetts funding for an educational exhibit. It mentions floods in China, a Philadelphia police bicycle squad, the Hannlin widow, Western train robbers, and a checker champion Clarence Freeman. Also cited are Lord Salisbury’s peerages, Idaho mountain height changes, potato surplus in Southern California, the Notre Dame bell, and Proctor’s hospital grant.
Private reports from Washington and Rome say Baron Fava the Italian ex minister in Washington is under accusation for diverting five thousand dollars yearly allocated for the legation mansion rent to his own use. He reportedly lived in a modest house costing little each month while the government had budgeted a palace stay. Italy investigated his style and status amid diplomatic tensions after the New Orleans riots incident.
The Swedish cabinet discussions with Germany over Sweden’s stance in a European war are noted. Sweden is courted to join the Triple Alliance with a lure of Finland’s recovery, while King Oscar suggests no formal alliance but would favor Germany over Russia. France seeks Sweden’s support, yet Sweden’s public sentiment remains hostile to Russia despite loyalty to France.
The San Salvador earthquake record shows a pattern of destruction about every nineteen years. In April 1854 the city suffered near total devastation with over 300 deaths as debris filled wells. The March 1873 quake leveled the city, destroying more than five million dollars in property and costing over fifty lives.
The Kaiser declares war expected and all Germany should prepare with Bavaria in high Bavarian quarters. The government orders inspection of horses for army use, a nationwide effort as the empire stays on alert for the word to be given.
Thursday afternoon an unknown well dressed woman about 25 years old leaped into the rapids above Prospect Park Niagara. Caheim of Philadelphia sprang in to save her but she resisted. The struggle ended near the brink of the falls with Caheim saving himself by grabbing hanging branches.
Qunah Parker, head chief of the Co manches, with 250 of his tribe, passed through Harrold Texas en route to the Territory. They have purchased forty five wagon loads of lumber and will erect houses, saying they are tired of tepees and will adopt the white man's style.
An aeronaut parachuted from a bal loon at the Dayton fair on Thursday. The descent ended with the parachutist snagging willow tree tops and plunging into the Miami River. He was rescued promptly as several women witnesses fainted.
At the Trades Union Congress session in Newcastle England on Thursday morning a motion to raise the factory work age to thirteen passed by 265 votes to 165. The decision signals a shift in labor reform efforts among unions and policy advocates in attendance.
The Tennessee division of Confederate soldiers held its reunion in Winchester on Thursday, marking the biggest gathering in the association's history.
Report says Common winner of the St Leger stakes has been sold to the Austrian government for 70000 dollars. The transfer marks a notable move in European horse racing and government investment in elite thoroughbreds.
The freight blockade, caused by the large wheat shipment from the west, raised concerns Thursday as grain commission merchants and small growers in Kansas complain they cannot get prompt railroad service.
John Robinson, described as a colored man, died within three hours of being jailed in Charleston, W V, over an unpaid old fine for selling whisky. The incident occurred in the last stages of consumption.
Across El Salvador the quake leaves San Salvador with about forty dead and many injured. Widespread destruction follows as churches bells toll and homes collapse. Government crews dig an outlet to Lake Hopongo to lessen shocks. drownings occur amid the risky digging project.
A Union Pacific passenger train No 14 on the Graymont division wrecked at Beaver Brook station around 1 am Sunday. Twenty-six passengers injured, five likely to die. many aboard Knights of Pythias returning from Aspen convention. A spur of accident caused by speed on a narrow gauge with top heavy cars. A railway worker pistol discharge fatally wounded bystander Robert Pruin during the chaos. Wrecking crews sent from Golden to Denver for aid.
The Tennessee legislature nears adjournment next Saturday after a mix of sensational moments and substantial work. Key action includes a $25,000 yearly appropriation to fund a civil authorities force, with debates on election revisions and a pending bill likely stalled until the new general assembly is seated. The governor may send convicts to Briceville, while a probe of Labor Commissioner Ford and Assistant Alleman stalls.
Fort Sheridan witnesses test of an automatic rifle by Dr H A Pitcher of Neillsville Wisconsin. Using gas from the first cartridge, a piston and spring advance cartridges and cock the gun completing a nine shot magazine in two seconds. Lieut Ing ersoll praises the mechanism and its naval and land warfare potential.
The city of Cleveland and electric street railroad companies plan a test to light three streets per line using current from the electric cars. If feasible, streets along each line and its adjacent paralleled streets would be lit at low cost, offering significant city savings and support from railroads and authorities.
London Times comments on Bar on Hirsch's plan describing it as a colossal scheme by practical men. It notes misgivings about its future, questions the fitness of Jews for the career, fears ezar refusal to release people, and warns that its scale invites numerous risks.
Wm. Seitz of Huntsville and Miss Mary DeLong of Plymouth were married by Rev. Thomas Mc Kay after decades apart. Lovers nearly fifty years engaged, Seitz previously married another woman over forty five years ago. His first wife died about a year ago, and he returned to his old love who had remained true to her girlhood fancy.
In a formal reception, the Pope declared his support for the French Republic and stated that the restoration of the monarchy in France was quite impossible. The exchange occurred during a visit by a French Catholic deputation.
The queen's health grows weaker and physicians impose stricter diets. She is limited to chopped meats and carefully prepared fare with a small amount of wine at dinner and a single bitter ale at lunch. Visitors note a visible aging in Victoria's appearance.
Semi official estimates put the revolution cost Chili about seventy million dollars while the state's normal revenue stands at fifty two million. The report suggests quick recuperation due to strong fiscal recovery.
About two hundred convicts at San Quentin California struck Saturday demanding better food more tobacco and less favoritism They demanded to go before the prison directors to state their case Guards rapidly sealed all escape routes and armed men filled the mill after the convicts formed a committee of five to appeal The directors kept the line and warned solitary confinement for future outbreaks This was the second strike in a week with work resuming after permission to present grievances was granted.
The King of Italy has signed an amnesty decree for those abroad who failed to perform military service from 1848 to 1872. Those liable for penalties may now return to Italy without fear of punishment. Italy also notes splendid crops and expresses congratulations.
News reached San Francisco on Sunday morning that former Vice President Dr. Rafael Aeola was accidentally shot and killed in Guatemala City while trying to separate two quarreling friends. Authorities report no foul play suspected and the incident occurred in a private dispute.
Irregular tremors continue in San Salvador after the September 8 quake, with shakes felt nationwide. Authorities estimate material losses at 500,000 dollars as relief work begins.
Manuel J. Morales, San Salvador’s minister to the United States, landed in San Francisco aboard the San Juan en route to Washington as special envoy to negotiate a reciprocity treaty with the United States. He said San Salvador is the first Central American republic to seek such a pact and predicted others would follow as trade with the U.S. grows. Morales also stated there is no chance of war between Guatemala and San Salvador at present.
A sensational dispatch from Constantinople and Athens reports British troops and guns landed at Sigri on Mitylene, an island belonging to Turkey. Greek consuls in Mitylene and Smyrna relay news of fortifications and torpedo defenses as tension rises in Paris and London over Dardanelles access.
The Treasury received four and a half percent bonds for continuance at two percent totaling 92,300 and redeemations at 372,300. Cumulative continuance reaches 23,654,700 while redemption to date is 12,900,700. Net treasury balance falls from 60,000,000 on September 1 to about 48,000,000 with 17,830,000 in subsidiary silver and 15,500,000 in bank depositories included.
A government inspector reports numerous deaths among Cheyenne and Arapahoe at a Ouachita river dance intended to appease spirits and ward off malaria. In recent days nearly a hundred have fainted, about half dying, with many more seriously ill as the fever took hold over the summer.
The bark Matthew Baird, recently sailed from Portland Maine with lumber for Mayaguez, collided with an unknown eastbound steamer in dense fog on September 4. She limped into Boston on September 8 with bows stove in and cargo flooded, her master reporting the incident.
Two thousand Ottawa saw mill workers, largely French Canadian, walked out for a reduction of one and a half hours per day and a fifty cent weekly wage increase. Employers refuse, though the men earn from four to six dollars weekly and work eleven and a half hours daily with a half hour for dinner.
Physicians say John Fitzgerald president of the Irish Land league of America will survive his brain congestion but will never be himself again. The sad news deeply affects his many friends.
After a singing school near Parkersburg West Virginia Lorenzo Wigal and Lewis Lawers clashed with stones. Lawers was badly hurt and Monday night there was little hope for his life.
The London Telegraph notes that when the English speaking race learns the scale of Canadian scandals in high official places they will feel sorrow and shame.
Former minister to Portugal and ex- commissioner of agriculture Hon Geo B Loring died suddenly in Salem Massachusetts on Monday morning from heart trouble. He was 74 years old.
Sacks placed in the Kazan cathedral hold scraps of food destined for famine districts in Russia. Donors toasted small bread pieces, no larger than a radish, found among the contributions.
A London rumor that England had declared war on China or would do so is said to have no currency in London. No such hint or official word exists, and the claim is dismissed as untrue.
Ohio towns report embezzlement by David Douglass toward 15400 bail. W C Austin injured by a wheel accident. tobacco farming among 12000 farmers and 45000 acres. Mrs Jay Woop sues for alienation. Laura Edwell dies by self act in Cardington. 49th O V I reunion at Tiffin. Scipio monument unveiling draws 6000. gas well at Bryan. Wellsville flags to schools. Numerous local accidents, thefts, and civic notes fill the page with county names and figures.
Article notes Jamaica sugar cane declines mirror banana rises due to sugar prices and labor shortages. It mentions Eli Whitney's first cotton gin to be exhibited. A quip about human error follows and a man plans to walk a telegraph line from St. Louis to Chicago.
A San Francisco judge arrives in court wearing a coat with a placard still attached to its tail. Onlookers note the spectacle as a legal pistol of wit and punchlines unfold. The episode triggers remarks about mood and manners in the court. The page also recalls a pun about Charles Lamb Kenney and cork in a witty social aside.
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