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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1892
Page
1
Advices from Fort Duchesne say the order to abandon the post on November 16 has been revoked. The garrison will consist of four cavalry companies and two infantry companies. Officials expect to deter bandits and protect settlers amid rising unrest and hostile Indians.
President Benjamin Harrison issues a proclamation urging the nation to observe Thursday November 24 as a day of thanksgiving. He cites divine gifts, disease abatement, support for civil institutions, reverence for laws, aid to the distressed, education, and rising national wealth.
A Salt Lake Tribune report notes incomplete returns but projects a House majority for Democrats likely 176 to Republicans 107 with 8 for the People’s party. Senate balance favors 43 Republicans 43 Democrats and 2 Farmers’ Alliance by March, with key votes and potential casting vote by the Vice President.
Reports detail Nielsen and Davis bound for Provo after a murder conviction. Nielsen feared escape, hiding four handcuff keys in his mouth and plotting a top-wall breakout with fellow prisoners aiding. Davis showed alternating prayer and cursing while en route, and both men faced stringent guard patrols and searches at the jail and court. Separately, Miss Leona Lott and Lafayette Stade eloped with multiple suitors before a license and marriage.
In Idaho near Junction crossing on the Clearwater River a Hungarian named Zacharowsky was murdered by a neighbor called Peter the Hun who poured molten solder into his ear while he slept, causing near instant death. A separate note reports the Pacific depth near the Ladrone islands at 26,850 feet.
Bridget McKee administratrix announces a public auction of the McKee Ranch improvements on Brush Creek and assorted estate items. The sale to be held Tuesday November 29 1892 at noon at the McKee Ranch on Brush Creek. Proceeds go to the estate of James McKee deceased.
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