Weather Bulletin Reports Unfavorable Crop Conditions Across Districts
The Weekly Weather Crop Bulletin notes overall unfavorable conditions through early August 1891. Rain and heat damaged corn and tobacco in several districts while upland crops fared better. cotton and grass showed mixed results with variable rainfall across counties. Rain totals and regional variations are listed for Weldon to Asheville, highlighting persistent stress on crops in many areas.
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North Carolina
State Weather Service
Weldon
Newhern
Tummon
Southern Pines
Raleigh
Chapel
Salisi
Charlotte
States
Asheville
Bat
Newern
Crop Condition Scale Explained by Ranks and Ranges
The guide rates crop health on a 100 point scale. Best condition equals 100, excellent 90 to 100, good 80 to 90, fair 70 to 80, and poor below 70. This provides a simple framework for assessing agricultural status.
New York Weekly Bank Statement Changes
The New York bank statement shows surplus reserve down 1 060 500. Loans up 1 479 000. Specie down 728 200. Legal tender down 555 000. Deposits down 90 800. Circulation up 213 400. Data cover the week ending August 8. United Press reports from New York.
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The
United Press
New York
Dudley Delivered to Sheriff After Virginia Stabbing
George Dudley colored who mortally stabbed Redmond Blow colored on May thirteen over a ten cent game of cards was captured near Richmond Va by J L Mayo of Wilson NC and turned over to Pitt county Sheriff Tucker in Greenville causing a stir among the local colored population then jailed. A separate Raleigh festival preview notes a large chorus and orchestra planned for October with Stronachs Warehouse as venue and specific soloists listed. Sulfur water now flows in Shelby court house square with Garrett hydraulic motor powering machinery.
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Greenville
N. C
George Dudley
Redmond Blow
Pitt County
J. L. Mayo
Wilson
N.C
Mayo
Dudley
Richmond
Tucker
Raleigh
Stronach
Bruner
Agricultural Department
Gilmore
Mary Lillie Kenan
Addie White
Salisbury
Nellie Waddell
Smithfield
E. A. Ebert
Salm
Clara Bevan
Winston
Fannie B. Bason
Charlotte
F. I. Vogler
Salem
Sueiny
Court House Square
Garrett Hydraulic Motor
Greatest Ball Yet Seen At Winston Washington Tilt
Winston wins 3 to 1 over Washington in a standout baseball game with Raleigh trip ahead. Keely and Farrell score for Winston after Washington graphed a lone run in the ninth. Postgame notes cover Western trip to Atlanta Memphis Knoxville Louisville and upcoming Raleigh contests this week.
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State Chronicle
Winston
Washington
Green
Jones
Keely
Farrell
Quarles
Keefer
McGann
Icely
Init
Raleigh
Winstons
Atlanta
Memphis
Knoxville
Louisville
New York
Pittsburgh
Rusie
Buckley
Galvin
Berger
Lynch
Boston
Ohio
Staley
Ganzell
Gumbert
Merritt
McQuade
Battin
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Baltimore
Stivetts
Boyle
Kelly
Townsend
Kerins
Foreman
McGuire
Stratton
Cahill
Shelhase
Ferguson
Races at Morris Park feature multiple stakes events
In Morris Park New York on August 8 the program included six races. Fifth race over 7 furlongs saw Pearl set win with Celia second and Adventurer third in a 1.28 time. Other results list Verona etc and two dead heats among early sprints.
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Saratoga
N. Y
Prince Royal
Bellwood
Versatile
Mabel Glenn
Carroll
Santiago Fir Uncle Bob
Diablo
Frank Kinney
Prince of Darkness
Actor
Gettysburg
Vasburg
Busteed
Morris Park
Correction
Castalia
Meriden
His Highness
St. Floria
Leonawell
Reckon
Picknicker
Bermuda
Riot
Stockton
Banquet
Pearl Set
Celia
Adventurer
Cokena
Manhassett
Kingstock
Oil Price Manipulation On Petroleum Exchange Revealed
New York August reports a sharp manipulation of September National Pipe Line certificates after Standard Oil acted on fresh oil pricing. The market shifted from a dead state to rapid gains, with opening trades up 71/2 and closing near 70 1/2 as pressure mounted. The scheme involved removing a 15 cent premium and aligning Pipe Line certificates with field crude pricing.
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Petroleum Exchange
United Press
New York
Standard Oil Company
Exchange
Reign of Terror Flows Through Bibb County
In Bibb county a murder and gang violence case unfolds as Henry Smith, a key witness in Jesse Miller's murder trial, was killed near Blocton weeks ago. Five arrests loom. trials set for Centreville Monday. Blocton roams with patrols as guards protect witnesses amid fears of a prison breakout. Citizens plan to arm themselves to prevent rescues.
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Biruincham
Ala
Bibb County
Henry Smith
Jesse Miller
Blocton
Smith
Centreville
Rattlesnake Killed at City Corner
A large rattlesnake was killed at the corner of Bloodworth and Cabbarrus streets yesterday, according to local reports. City residents noted the reptile’s size and the incident prompted safety alerts in the area.
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Bloodworth and
Cabarrus Streets
Sugar bounty estimate lowers expected government payout
Revenue officials expect sugar production for bounty purposes to total about 550 million pounds, from maple, cane, beet, and sorghum sources. They project two thirds at 90 percent pure sugar earning two cents per pound, one third under that standard earning one cent, with maple sugar yielding one cent per pound. Total payout near eleven million dollars.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Internal Revenue Bureau
Tully
Mason
Tillman Brother Attacks Alliance Apostles In South
Cuarteston South Carolina August 8 Congressman George D Tillman brother of the former governor spoke at an Alliance meeting at Parkville Thursday He called Macune a grander scoundrel and urged backing Campbell of Ohio He denounced Senator Peffer as an ex chicken thief and hater of Southern men The Third Party he said is protected by threats and politics
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Cuarteston
S. C
George D. Tillman
Parkville
Macune
Campbell
Ohio
Peffer
Simmon's Liver Regulator Promised Quick Cure
A short advertisement touts Simmon s Liver Regulator as a universal remedy for dyspepsia and liver complaints claiming reliable cures. It stresses consistent results and urges readers to try the product.
Caring for Beggar Children Through Work and Homes
The author urges humane response to child beggars, stressing moral duty to assess cases, aid worthy children, and place them in regular work or good homes. He cites a 14 year old girl helped to earn 50 cents for home supplies, and notes 33 children aided so far, with communities willing to take in youths for training and care.
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John T. Pullen
Brother Pullen
Kor
W. J. W. Crowper
Take Simmons Liver Regulator Claims Unfounded Cure
A fragment suggests a quack remedy named Simmons Liver Regulator promises unlimited eating with no harm. No verifiable medical support or authorities referenced.
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Jon
Ful
Bacco
Tern District
New York Weekly Bank Statement
Virginia
VAL
Ulghan Water
Shelby
the Chronicle
Washington City
Revenue Department
Gov. Tillman
Alliance Apostles
Simmons Liver Regulator
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