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Newspaper
The Warner Sun
Location
Warner, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1886
Page
2
The statement reports Bishop Williams of Connecticut declaring that women may not vote in church meetings. The note asks if this marks a backward step for church governance and gender roles.
The court denies Miss Kate Stoneman’s application for admission to the bar and holds that women cannot practice in New York state courts. The ruling marks a landmark barrier against female lawyers in the state at that time.
The New York legislature passed a bill voiding the Broadway railroad company charters obtained by bribery. The governor signed the measure and the property reverts to the state. Expect court challenges to follow.
William Henry Hurlbert reports from London that supporters acknowledge defeat of the Home-rule bill. Most intelligence in the United States about home-rule prospects comes from Gladstone sources. A balanced view relies on hearing both sides.
Trusted prognosticators expect wheat prices to rise in the United States and Europe from now until next harvest. They also say Russian crops cannot match American wheat as last year, and prospects for farmers this year are better than in several prior years.
The relief fund for families of Chicago policemen killed or injured in the riots and the dead and suffering is already more than 35 000. This shows widespread sympathy for the victims and the police department pledges continued protection in the future.
The article notes few labor disturbances in the South, aiding commercial and manufacturing growth. It reports that in the first quarter of the year, about 36 million dollars were invested in new and extended ventures, largely from the North and England.
The May report shows April wheat condition up two points to 95 with a very promising outlook from the Farmer's Review covering Dakota Minnesota Iowa Wisconsin and Nebraska. Dakota reports higher acreage while rains improve ground in the region and crops stand well. Wisconsin notes spring wheat emerging and winter wheat eight to ten inches high. Iowa reports a full average crop.
The piece argues against large standing armies and prefers enforceable law by local authorities. It notes Chicago and New York police show strong local governments can prevent uprisings, while historic strong states abroad still faced outbreaks. It concludes that better law enforcement is the answer to unrest.
Assistant Secretary of the Interior Chorge A Jenks resigns to return to Jefferson Pennsylvania with his family. He cites circumstances unrelated to his official duties, amid a history as attorney for John Dubois who offered a large retainer to stay in government. Dubois left an estate worth about $8 million, prompting Jenks to resign to manage affairs. The move is met with universal regret and noted as a difficult replacement challenge for the president.
A tornado swept Columbia township five miles from Albany Ohio on Wednesday night the 12th. Margaret McComas died instantly along with her nephew Hathman McComas. Lizzie McComas injured but likely to recover as homes and buildings were wrecked. Dozens of bridges washed away and Floods hit Fayette Clark Clinton counties with high water and wind damage. Homes demolished in Le commons and Middletown and storms left wrecks, injuries, and extensive destruction across the region.
Bradstreet's Journal notes industrial agitation for shorter workdays waned outside Chicago with 47 000 workers in Chicago locked out. In two weeks strikes touched 290 000 employes, 150 000 won concessions without striking, and 42 000 of 200 000 strikers achieved aims. Over 190 000 workers now have fewer hours daily, signaling modest overall progress amid improving business outlook.
The piece notes the Western Boot and Shoe Manufacturers' association plans a 10 hour workday from May 17, Brig. Gen. Gibbon to deliver West Point cadets address, Gov. Rusk outlines Milwaukee riot costs, and multiple public appointments. It reports Gen McCook’s June marriage, Col Clough’s view on land grant legislation, adjournment chatter, Georgia Rep Barnes’ stature, South Carolina Sen Hampton’s health, and a Williamsport Indiana cyclone destroying property northwest of town with tracks and direction.
A long scroll of diverse items notes political nominations and appointments, legislative actions, legal cases, mining disputes, meteorology, fires, storms, and social figures. It mentions names like Rev. Charles H. Spurgeon, George Bancroft, Lieut. Greeley, and Lucy Parsons alongside places such as Newburyport, Stonington, Evansville, and Kansas, plus events from parliaments and courts.
Senate debated amendment to require ten days' notice of rate reductions and restrictions on free passes. An Ohio Republican bribery-claims memorial was referred to privileges and elections. House discussed army budget with judge advocate arguments. Stanton and Lincoln defense featured amid partisan clash. Senate approved Cullom interstate commerce bill with Camden amendment adjustments, aiming to curb unequal short haul rates.
The article outlines proposed changes to federal circuits including Alaska and Missouri areas, with shifts in judges and new districts. It reports on Senate discussions of indemnity for British actions against American fisheries and related diplomatic appropriations, plus pension debates and a shipping bill expansion.
Cleaning and care instructions for carpets and sickroom ice storage are given, including using ammonia with water and salt to reduce dust. A method to chill ice in a tumbler with flannel is described, along with warnings about unhealthy foods like certain preserved items and a quick fry method for fried vegetables with butter and seasonings.
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