18 May 1893
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1893
Page
1
President Cleveland orders forty eight fifty eight agencies to be filled only from regular army officers. The interior department sees a flood of civil life applicants backed by lawmakers from both parties. The move aims to break up a long standing rings in Washington.
Elijah Box a prominent Brigham City merchant vanished after April 30 while reportedly collecting funds. Neighbors found thirty six cases of eggs and 200 pounds of butter at his store, raising fears he has lost memory or safety. Salt Lake Tribune.
The Lake Herald reports Director General Davis summarized costs for viewing the World’s Columbian Exposition. A 50 cent general admission covers grounds and major buildings plus government and foreign pavilions, with additional 10 to 50 cent charges for Midway attractions. Completing the full set would total about $16.10.
Private funeral services were held at Sing Sing over Carlyle Harris with only his mother and brother present. An affidavit from a juror was dropped into the coffin. Harris’s last writing to the warden defended his innocence and criticized the court while noting his wife’s death and his desire to shield her. He was to be buried in Northfield, Massachusetts.
The owner invites interested parties to improve their stock by contacting the ranch about obtaining the stallion Don for the next season. Terms are described as reasonable.
The notice lists a horse named grey Stallion Benauchamps tied to James Shelmerdine last season and to be with D H Bingham this coming season in Mill Ward with reasonable terms. It also covers a small claims case in the Vernal Precinct Justice Court where W & Lubbert sues John Dee for 50 cents damages from an animal on W C Lybbert’s premises, with service deadlines and a March 16 1893 date.
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