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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1897

Page

2

Sheriff Shot in Utah Box Canyon Pursuit of Horse Thief

Utah news from Orangeville reports Sheriff Tuttle of Binary county was shot by Joe Walker, a horse thief, during a canyon chase near the San Rafael river. Walker fled on foot after wounding the sheriff in the left thigh. posse pursuit continues as authorities seek to capture the suspected bandit.

Orangeville Utah Tuttle Binary County Joe Walker Hores Walker Yas J M Whitemore Price San Rafael Sepant Luttle Belnyg Min Moountain

Tornado Devastates Chandler Oklahoma Section

A ferocious tornado struck Chandler Oklahoma fifty miles east of Guthrie, wiping out most buildings. Twenty lives were lost with scores injured as fires broke out among debris. Guthrie physicians and officials reported extensive casualties and disrupted communications.

Guthrie Okla Chandler Hare Mitchell Grand Island Lo Oduck Chindle

Commissioner to Cuba in Havana Inquiry

Washington reports Judge Day of Canton urged as the State Department’s legal representative for an investigation into the death of Pt. Ruiz in Havana. President favors sending Day to advance inquiry while seeking an unprejudiced view and coordination with local officials.

Washington Ward JO Judge Willam Canton Prestant Michinkey White House Seretry Porter Murda Ruiz State Department Tt Tkuty Atafa Havana Rede

Greeks Cross Border in Gulf War Era Clash

Unclear report describes Greek forces crossing a border during a recent confrontation near Constantinople. It mentions Greek casualties with multiple killed and twenty wounded as troops retreat across a line near Liakish and Gaya, citing an officer Jhis Rakes.

Constantinople eTte Flaspoo Alexis Tales Prather Newt Derevcta Gaya Jhis Rakes Insu Wendy Anothkmown

Miller murder shrouded in abrupt tragic note

The report states Mrs John W. Miller was found dead and outraged Tuesday after her husband’s temporary absence. It notes a truck employee as a suspect and places the incident near Columbus on March 3.

Columbus John W. Miller Trmp Miller

Indian lands near Wichita opened amid mineral boom

Washington reports indicate the Wichita country, held by Kiowa, Comanche and Apache nations, will open by May. Gold and silver excitement in the Wichita mountains draws attention to the border of this new territory, with the opening expected to surpass prior Indian land openings in note and significance.

Torry Washington Wichita Country Wichita Mountains Arden Indian Territory

Whole family gone in river drowning tragedy near Pawnee City

Mrs John McGraw and her five children aged 1 to 12 attempted a ford near Hole Creek en route to St Lvidget church. The wagon toppled in the swift current and all five children were drowned while the mother escaped. Authorities fear Mrs McKinn may be driven to insanity by the loss.

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Illinois Bank Robbed Near Galestury and Nearby Towns

A Chicago-raised gang robbed the Stuta bank last night using nitro glycerin to blast the safe. Amount stolen estimated between 3000 and 8000 dollars. Suspects include professor ars John S Devilin and foe S 'shea man of Chicago, arrested on suspicion. Bank insured. no other local robberies reported in the area.

Galestury John S Devilin Foe S ‘Sheaman Chicago Joss Ttow Actien Onarge Bank of Shipyrsville Tobbid Hawke Kewanee Altooim Noncy Wis Ebained

Governor reports reforms at Montana reform school

Governor Smith returns from a state reform school investigation. He finds the joint committee’s report unsupported, notes cruelty charges were overstated, and approves a new superintendent Greek Fores Hombardo. Elsewhere, Greek forces bombard and engage at Spinatonge and Spinalonga, with clashes across Crete as Libyan ships aid the defense.

Elena Vent Smith Yeaterday Hiy State Reform School Mild City Govano Tvidina Wylton

Constantinople sultan threat claimed amid farce rumor

A chaotic dispatch from Constantinople reports a rumored assassination or threat supposedly tied to a predicted Arminite blast. No event occurred. police and palace guards remained alert as public fear spread briefly. Chicago and western railroad news describe transport disruptions and possible fares, while a U S Supreme Court decision and passenger-agent activity are noted.

Convict Burglar Branding Demonstration Reported

A regtvlator hall presentation occurred on March 3 detailing branding methods for convict burglars as they appear on checks. Barbara Vrankfort referenced in relation to the update. The event aimed to illustrate enforcement actions and identify offenders through distinctive marks.

Vermillion Rail Disruptions After Missouri River Floods

A heavy rain and rising Missouri River floodwaters caused washouts between Redfield and Mitchell, delaying railroad traffic. Downtown Vermillion reported a degree of washout damage with track lines affected and routing impacted by the rising waters and unsettled bottom lands.

Missouri River Jim Missouri Redfield Mitchell

Coinage in Japan debated by treasury secretary policy note

Washington March 29 The secretary of the treasury reports from the United States minister at Tokyo that Japan plans to declare a day when its coinage bill would be presented and could alter the currency system. The proposal would set a gold yen equal in value and weight to the old Japanese gold yen, pegging it near 70 cents in U.S. currency and tying silver yen to a gold standard with silver restricted to small denominations. The plan aims to stabilize exchange by aligning metals and establishing a fixed gold value for the yen.

Secretary of the Treasury Mane Lolo Japan United States Gollscu

Declined to Serve as Cabinet Offer Discussed

The brief explains that Omilt Mich declined a cabinet position offered via wire to General Cowan as he traveled to Washington for legal business. Senator Thurston consulted, and the offer aimed to replace an ex-congressman with a soldier tied to Omaha connections. The item notes a $1500 annual rate and ongoing efforts to set the price.

Join L Webster Jas Rofa Thorston Genel Cowan Washington Thurston Mellejohn Omaha

Air Ship Sighted Over Omaha City At Night

An air ship credited to Omaha is seen again over the city last night, reported by several citizens. The glowing craft moved southeast to northwest, hovered near the south, then faded behind houses, with a slow, faint hum heard. Local observers describe a large balloon like object emitting steady light as it drifted over Ul parts of the city.

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New York Man Found Unconscious After Gas Incident

A New York man was found unconscious yesterday near a hotel after two women were found dead from gas exposure. He died in hospital despite attempts to revive him. Papers reportedly signed transferring Jackoon county coal fields to a London syndicate for 1,000,000, with companions included in the consolidation.

New York Maach J—Anth Wy Marshall Wome Whale Taby Tekeo Adour Wallhouw Lathan Coatthouse Jackoon County Hiurer Syndicate of London Ghired Trunmsfi

Deputies Consider Prosecution in Manama Scandals

A committee appointed by the chamber of deputies met to discuss prosecuting Deputies Naquet Thent Maret and Antidle 93c r for alleged involvement in the Manama scandals. The panel debated and ultimately authorized prosecution.

Chowr Naquet Thent, Maret Antidle Manama Tolas

Wyoming Senator Warren Urges Trade Policy Changes

In Washington April 1 Senator Warren of Wyoming pressed Republican members of the Senate Finance Committee to modify tariff policies affecting western interests. She proposed adjustments to the wool schedule, favored duties on hides, and suggested changes to asbestos plumbing products and related items. The committee pledged to consider these suggestions along with others from fellow senators, with all members to have an opportunity to be heard.

Washington Senatos Warren Wyoming Senate Committee Ife

World Wheat Crop Seen Suffering From Low Yields

A late March report from the Secretary of Agriculture surveys the 1896 US wheat crop at about 8438 bushels per acre with a total near 14 000 600 bushels less than 1895 but still larger than earlier estimates. Regions report scarce seed reserves and widespread drought impacts threaten spring crops as heavy rains swell rivers and flood plains.

Chicago Washington Scretary of Agriculture United States

Mississippi flood fears rise as levees brace

Washington reports Celalls pie, Misshuappom mission head telegraphed General Wilson about yesterday’s river readings from Vicksburg to Vempis. Flood levels vary from one and a half to the cited above any prior readings, causing nationwide unease as Allstite levees and Foulds race costs. Despite some damage near Greenville, many levees hold firm while property values show Champion Corbett’s wealth at 150000 to 175000.

Washington Misshuapp Commission Wilson Vicksburg Greenville

Dunver Center Cole opens new church building

A newly established church at the Quickets church site in Denver Center Cole opened yesterday. Rev William Yoolwn presided, with remarks praising the community uplift. Officials reported a rise in 4 category measures and local per thousand rates reaching 1802, noting improvements in civic life.

Cole Wahg Ovce Jkny Roo Willam Yoolwn

Fragmentary prompt yields uncertain historical note

The readable text appears fragmented with unclear names and events. It lacks coherent details to identify people places dates or actions for a reliable news item or archival card.

Wind Direction Dilemma and Alaska Steamwreck Reports

Weather musings discuss wind origin and how to fix a weathercock when a light breeze stirs the air. The note links gale conditions to uncertain winds and mentions new wrecks along the Wilipi and Dora steam lines in the Alaska county area.

Wilipi Dora

Fragmented Meditation on Prayer and Self Deception

The fragment discusses prayer as only God can properly pray and warns that humans hide their sins while God remains everywhere. It notes the will of God should guide a person and mentions a plan of salvation that burdens individuals to self-harm. It reflects on heavenward lives that drift toward ruin and hints at God’s involvement in human perception.

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