Peace of Europe Costs A Trillion A Year
A fragmentary quote claims the peace of Europe costs about 1.0 billion dollars annually. The remark suggests the outcome is an unsatisfactory arrangement despite the vast price tag.
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Newspaper
The Warner Sun
Location
Warner, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1887
Page
2
A fragmentary quote claims the peace of Europe costs about 1.0 billion dollars annually. The remark suggests the outcome is an unsatisfactory arrangement despite the vast price tag.
Efforts persist to recover the $2,000,000 in specie lost with the steamer Brother Jonathon wrecked off the Oregon coast twenty one years ago. Divers and investigators pursue salvage rights and historical records to locate and retrieve the valuable cargo.
At Charlottesville Virginia Miss Sallie Overton Rosser daughter of the late General Thomas L Rosser was married to Campbell Carrington Cochran a young lawyer of Palatka Florida The groom is a nephew of Judge John L Cochran of Charlottesville.
The Massachusetts Savings Bank Commissioners release year end figures through October showing total deposits up by 16,199,488 dollars from 1885, reflecting a near one third rise since 1884 and marking continued banking growth.
In Dunkirk New York two men earn $2446 annually for collecting revenues totaling 203 from twelve vessels. The piece notes persistent opposition to a change, arguing that while appointing officers and setting salaries is simple the constitution and government are bent by halting either.
The grief-stricken mother of Brooks, under death sentence in St. Louis for the Preller slaying, mails his old school books and a packet of candies from England to his cell. The piece portrays unwavering maternal devotion despite crime and distance.
Among 252 editors in Rus sia cities of St Petersburg and Moscow, at least 51 percent are military or civil officers. Of these, 36 hold very high ranks including Geneva Privy Councillors and State, 65 are field or senior civil officers, and 23 are noble but not officials.
Report notes reduced gas flow in Pennsylvania with Tarrezzcum and nearby wells failing. Crews now draw from a distant source about 2.22 miles away while Bellevue’s supply remains partly unavailable. Gas field activity centers on outskirts of the Louisville coal basin.
The New York World reports a vast amount of personal property held by corporations remains untaxed. A 2-reporter investigation uncovers about 30 million dollars in untaxed assets and widespread complaints over difficulty in assessing personal property for tax purposes. The concealment methods are described as ingenious and elaborate, complicating efforts to enforce taxes nationwide.
Congress is poised to lower passport charges from five dollars to one, in response to a Senate inquiry. The State Department indicated the fee could be reduced as Americans plan travel to Germany Russia Turkey and other territories. In the year ending March 7, 1886, the State Department issued 4,600 passports.
Jessie Barnard granddaughter of Louis Barnard founder of Barnard mills has married Philip Scully a 26 year old coachman. The ceremony occurred Aug 26 per City Clerk George A Ballard and only recently surfaced causing a three month sensation as rumors spread through Fall River society.
Washington Dispatch quotes a heartfelt note from Frances Cleveland to Mrs Logan mourning the death of her husband. The letter expresses deep sympathy, notes the loss felt by national figures, and mentions Frances Cleveland and an ill husband sending condolences.
The year 1886 in St Paul Minnesota was the driest on record with total rainfall of 21.89 inches, well below the sixteen year average of 27.81 inches. Mean temperature was 42.6 degrees, cooler than average, and the year was colder than any since 1870. the warmest year on record was 1872 at 48.5 degrees and the coldest 1875 at 39.8 degrees.
Emperor William marked eighty years since joining the Prussian army with a reception of top generals led by Crown Prince Frederick William. The prince lauded his leadership and praised sixteen years of peace that strengthened the empire and the army, noting the army’s development under his majesty.
Distinguished gifts mark the eighty eighth birthday of Washington philanthropist W W Corcoran including a basket of orchids from Mrs Cleveland and roses from Mrs Whitney. Nearly twenty flower pieces are noted from donors aided by Corcoran. The report also mentions Gov Robinson of Massachusetts retiring to law in Springfield with his son.
The report shows 26 vessels lost totaling 175 126 tons valued at 152 300 and insured for 119 231 with 137 lives lost. Minnesota pensions are listed for Carl Schultz Mary Fairbanks and others. Patents issued in Washington include items from Minnesota inventors such as milk pail holder and hair tonic trademark.
The Senate passed without dissent the bill granting Mrs Logan $2,000 yearly, noting Logan’s rheumatism stemmed from snow exposure at Donelson. House action on Blair and other pension measures seen as likely. Debates included interstate commerce and navy bureau reorganization.
Practical kitchen notes describe roasting a turkey with dressing and gravy, plus cranberry sauce, beef tongue, chicken salad, and mashed potatoes. Recipes cover preparation, seasoning, stuffing, and serving suggestions with quantities and methods. Names of ingredients include onions, celery, eggs, butter, mustard, and cream for texture and flavor.
In a San Francisco Chronicle tale two rival young women vie for Henry Smith. A fake set of keys fails to open the bracelet lock while the real key remains with a man in New York, leading to a dramatic celestial mislead.
Description of a royal dinner at the Victoria Tower where guests arrive after nine, the Queen greets each guest, then guides them to a formal table. Attendees include Princesses Louise and Beatrice, with Gladstone known for sandwiches. The Queen speaks once to each guest during the meal.
Ed Avery of Lynhaven Virginia pursued a deer when a second buck charged him from behind knocking him down a hill. The man and deer battled for about thirty minutes with Avery finally breaking the buck's leg before his brother arrived and killed the animal.
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