10 Sep 1891
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Newspaper
The State Chronicle
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1891
Page
1
Report from Penbrook Georgia of a deadly quarrel during threshing friction. Johnson was killed by a pitchfork strike, Frank Lewis witnessed the incident and was later arrested. Separate note from Roanoke area describes three men mortally wounded in a separate conflict.
United Press reports St Louis industry leaders discuss a potential type founders trust led by an English syndicate. A E Lindsley of Printers Supply Co says only one foundry resisted the agreement while Central Foundry notes an earlier option and signals willingness if the deal proceeds. The St Louis Type Foundry and others would join if the deal is consummated, with only a few exceptions.
A morning paper reports a trust deal likely to close within 24 hours forming a founders' trust valued at 18 million dollars in original securities. The arrangement includes most major American type foundries except Earnhardt Bros and Spindler, plus possibly two New York firms.
A Shreveport special reports a young lady school teacher near Arcadia was seized by a black man while walking home. She was bound to a tree and kept for ten days before discovery by searchers. The assailant was captured after mutilating her in a brutal fashion.
Washington dispatch says Pension Commissioner Raum will report a surplus near eight million dollars instead of a deficiency. He notes Congress last winter appropriated thirty one million against overestimates in the general dependent pension law.
Paris Sept. 9 ex-President of the French Republic M. Francois Paul Jules Grevy died today from pneumonia at age 84. The longtime statesman served in various political roles before his retirement.
A boiler blast on a Long Island rail passenger train at Oyster Bay killed engineer Donaldson fireman Dickinson and brakeman Mahoney as a boiler exploded while the 7 08 train stood at the station. Several passengers were shaken but none seriously hurt with car windows shattered and some passengers cut or bruised.
At Gloucester New Jersey on September 9 results list winners in six races with times. Bermuda Tom Harding Promenade Busteed Carroll Willie L. Belisarius Almah Raleigh Cornell Fernwood Tomboy all posted fastest times across varied distances.
US sports brief reports results from Boston Cleveland and New York games. Boston swept a two game set 14 to 10 and 10 to 8 after darkness. New York defeated Cincinnati 7 to 3 while Chicago beat Brooklyn 5 to 2 and Pittsburgh edged Philadelphia 6 to 5. No Association games were played.
Special to the STATE CHRONICLE reports a five year old colored boy in Winston was struck by an electric street car this afternoon. The injury severed the right foot. Abbott's East Indian Corn Paint is advertised in the same column.
In Louton on September 9 the Trades Union Congress meeting at Newcastle signals big influence on English politics. Many labor candidates train for the next general election causing anxiety among Liberal leaders who oppose direct workingmen representation yet reform within Liberal ranks remains possible.
Nine people in Belleville Kansas are gravely ill with suspected food poisoning from a dinner at the home of George Gregg. Family members a visiting relative and Ira Johnson all suffered severe symptoms. authorities say the cause and poison remain unknown and accidental poisoning is considered likely.
The Hains trial resumed in Norfolk with Hon. J B Wise for the defense. Col Bird and F T Evans supported Capt Evans testimony while John Gray on a lighthouse barge witnessed the shooting. S H Hannegan testified on his son's condition as Commonwealth rests. Lincoln Smith cross examined, contradicted earlier statements, court adjourned until tomorrow.
A blaze swept the building at 107 to 111 Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn today housing Schellenberg's clothing store and several other firms. Losses totaled about 200000 dollars with Greene's ladies underwear factory on upper floors losing around 50000 dollars.
From Kieff a man named Kaptan, forced to abandon his business, killed his wife and five children before dying by personal crisis. Reports from Russia note harvest failure and widespread suffering with suspected disappearances. police watch Besarabia for cannibalism indicators as peasantry face a harsh winter.
An open letter from Edward F. Jones, dated September 8, argues Cleveland should guard against alliances aiding Mr. Flower. It asserts Cleveland’s strength lies with wage earners and producers and criticizes wealth influence on politics, urging honorable campaigning to protect public morals.
Rev Thomas Dixon will give the opening prayer as the Southern Exposition nears. State exhibits rise by October 1 with ten states showing, including Florida and Kentucky. The building needs painting and lighting remains limited to daytime use, with night illumination unlikely and fire risks noted.
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