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Newspaper
The Warner Sun
Location
Warner, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1887
Page
2
Warner Weekly Sun notes a Chicago preacher urging harsh views on crime and quoting Burke about leniency as treason to virtue. It mentions Edward Blake, Dominion Opposition leader, possibly seeking a British or Irish seat urged by Gladstone.
The text notes more northerners travel to southern California each day seeking winter residence. It describes restless people unable to stay home who have tried other world regions and now feel enthusiastic about the garden state.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company reports greater spending on permanent improvements in six months than in years past yet announces a 3 percent semi-annual dividend rather than the usual 2.5 percent, suggesting it has not been harmed by the interstate commerce law.
After nearly twenty years in office Dr McCosh steps down as president of Princeton College. He cites age related infirmities and says the responsibilities he has borne for eighty years should pass to another. Under his administration Princeton College has become a center of the Presbyterian church.
Sanitary efforts in Eng land reduced deaths by 12 percent over 25 years. The article argues such sanitary work is worth pursuing in the United States to curb epidemics, especially with cholera on the horizon, and could lower deaths by a large margin in the next two years.
The Civil Service Commission has nearly completed a radical revision of its rules to be issued after presidential approval. Changes include abolishing the forty five year age limit for certain public employes, replacing the view that a mature age is necessary with the idea that capable youths can qualify.
The piece contends Texas exemptions aid immigration at settlement but now deter capital by raising interest costs. It claims Texas pays higher rates than Iowa and Kansas due to uncertainty over security, citing homestead limits and farm or business properties. It notes Mrs. Cleveland attended Bridgeport dedication of a working-woman's home at Seaside Institute funded by Warner Brothers, with invitations issued mainly to working women.
Berlin faces heightened public tension as the crown prince battles malignant cancer and Kaiser's health also remains fragile. The crown prince, Frederick William, heir to the throne, has a large family including six children and a son who may soon become emperor. The article notes royal fragility and public fascination with the looming succession amid the prince’s suffering.
The Scholten sank after a fog collision with an unknown steamer, possibly the Ross Mary, while the Rosa Mary reported being struck while anchored southeast of South Sand Head. First mate and fourth engineer confirmed dead among 132 drowned or missing. second mate aboard Scholten witnessed a vessel, likely the Ross Mary, loom through the fog before impact.
A Sunday fire in Bridgeport wiped out the main Barnum and Bailey building in 30 minutes. Elephants, rhinos, lions, tigers and the entire menagerie perished or escaped in panic while workers saved the chariot and car sheds. Loss estimated at seventy hundred thousand dollars with limited insurance.
Grand Army of the Republic posts nationwide report near unanimity in favor of a new dependent pension bill. The measure would grant $12 monthly to veterans with three months service who are mentally or physically incapacitated, with specific rules on dependents and eligibility.
Interview reveals Charles Stewart Parnell has not spoken recently due to illness. Sir Henry Thompson urges rest to endure forthcoming parliamentary session. Parnell dodges direct judgment on Michael Davitt's Stepaside speech while noting his limited active role abroad.
The speaker argues that coercion era acts deter crime, but questions whether Ireland's belief in the imperial parliament or Union is strengthened or weakened by administrative incapacity. He suggests the concession of reasonable self-government powers may be needed to keep the people law abiding, prosperous, and content.
Last Monday Helena Montana welcomed Manitoba officials led by James J Hill in a city parade through Main Street despite a driving snowstorm. Gov. Leslie and Maj Maginnis gave speeches as President Hill responded. a banquet followed hosted by Montana's leading citizens.
The Bismarck Tribune reports election returns from 60 of 86 counties. Division votes total 52,599 with 30,803 for and 21,796 against. Delegates tally 24,899 with 15,886 pending from 26 counties. Estimated final division majority about 9,000 as overall turnout rises.
The Sioux Falls Press defends the end of the Hinman Hare libel suit against Bishop Hare. Hare declares all published statements about dismissals character, regrets, changed views, character certification, misinformation, and restoration of Hinman’s missions are false. He asserts fifteen years in Dakota and blessing to remain.
The Joint Fishery Commission met with British and American negotiators on Monday and agreed to keep all talks confidential until negotiations end. Secretary Bayard denied any published summaries and stated the public is fully informed on the government's position, noting the subject is two years old and concerns the United States and its people.
A dramatic report from Cairo Illinois describes the Ohio River at a record low halting navigation from Cairo to Paducah. Forest fires threaten Missouri Kentucky and Tennessee as crops homes and livestock burn and floods leave thousands homeless and possible hunter deaths in Missouri.
Faulkton lets contract for an astesian well to Bw & Co with work to start December 1. A state convention meeting set for Abe deen on December 15 with delegates from every county. Pensions granted to John N. Franze, Wm. F. Richards, and others. Insanity ruling on Dr. Hurd. Sioux Falls saloonkeeper Hoffman injured by a stone. Jail escape attempt thwarted at East Grand Forks. Benson assaulted Wakefield at Aberdeen, facing weapons charges. Major Howe to visit Orinoco for Dakota lumber interests. Grand Opera house Wa town opened by Emma Abbott Co. U.S. grand jury returns two indictments. Fires destroy Woonsocket livery, Cauly & Melle shop, and Cheyenne River agency buildings. losses near $90,000. Prof. Vincent in New York hints at large American tin investments pending report.
A Buffalo Express piece recounts a talkative Pullman porter describing the varied passengers he meets daily. He offers advice on interacting with women and men, praising courtesy, attention, and discretion to “do the right thing for everybody.”
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