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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1895
Page
4
A 1400 ton Camden Maine schooner nears launch as its interior and exterior timber are soaked in crude petroleum to deter dry rot and terrors of the teredo worm. Beams and topmast tips are treated aiming to prevent water penetration and extend life of the vessel. Obvious unrelated quotes follow.
Happenings note Altamaha Cypress Mills to Hilton and Dodge Lumber Co will employ 100 men. White county sees a late custom of punishing tardy road workers. Savannah court denied an injunction over street openings, with case to the supreme court. Thomson adds two canning factories as fruit crops look to be abundant. Convict camp reforms urged in Dade County. Athens buzzes about sale of the Northeastern road and possible Seaboard consolidation plans.
Bondholders press for action on the Savannah and Western amid potential liability for the Central railway if the two properties are separated. A reorganization plan offers pro rata new securities, with the Savannah and Western committee insisting on 4 percent bonds or a separate receiver if unmet. Ex Governor Northen and P H Fitzgerald promote a large Georgia colonization push, touring middle Georgia to attract northern soldiers and families, with plans for up to 100 000 acres and 14 000 targeted heads of householdsayes.
Ex governor Harrison Reed 1869 1873 alleges Florida state bonds marked with letter i circulate fraudulently. He asserts interest coupons reside with Florida parties and that the bonds purport to bear his administration. Reed asks for a committee to identify issuers and prosecute the perpetrators. the senate forms a committee to investigate the charges.
A fire destroyed the Rohrestown Pennsylvania cigar factory owned by Henry L. Stehman. Stehman surrendered to authorities and admitted starting the blaze, claiming insanity and was jailed. Loss around 7509 dollars. The report also notes a separate large fire at American Starch Works in Columbus Indiana with about 200000 dollar loss and insured 85900 dollars.
One hundred expert glass workers at Atterbury's Pittsburg factory struck Tuesday morning over polishing machines. They allege machine work is inferior and that damage to wages is charged to salary. The report notes emotional remarks about religion.
Diplomatic circles in Washington hail Li Hung Chang's partial acceptance of seven of Japan's eight demands for peace with China. The disputed third condition for Port Arthur occupation remains opposed by China, risking a potential obstacle to a swift settlement. The United States has pressed for likin tax reform and emphasized Corea's independence as a longstanding US position.
Rev I J Lansing issues a formal apology after remarks at Salem Massachusetts for an April 4 temperance address alleging the president was seen drinking. He withdraws the statement citing lack of verifiable witnesses and expresses sincere regrets to the president and public. Boston April 8 1895. The Interstate Commerce Commission grants Southern Railway rate relief allowing longer hauls to be charged less than shorter ones with conditions and temporary status.
Thomas M. Grady long time cashier of the First National Bank of Marietta Pennsylvania is a defaulter of about twenty thousand dollars. Directors and bank examiner are now auditing the books. Jefferson Davis Monument Corner Stone Planned for Spring 1896 in Richmond Virginia by the Monument Association board.
The Advance in Beef story quotes Nelson Morris George Swift and Armour denying a price-boosting packer pool. They cite cattle scarcity and lower receipts at Chicago St Louis Omaha and Kansas City as driving higher dressed beef prices with no collusion or market manipulation.
Oscar Wilde and Alfred Taylor faced arraignment in Bow Street London as Parker Atkins and Sherey testified to alleged misconduct and Wilde gifts. Witnesses described Paris trip with Wilde in 1892, hair curling, and late night dining. Atkins said he secretaried Wilde briefly while composing letters for A Woman of No Importance.
In a Washington dispatch dated April 11 President Grover Cleveland denounces Dr. Lansing's apology as an aggravation of the original offense. He says further punishment should rest with his conscience and the contempt of neighbors and the American people.
The Maryland Democratic State Central Committee voted to hold the state convention in Baltimore on July 31. Senator Gorman and lieutenant governors were present, with Governor Brown Ex-Congressman Isidor Rayner and ex-State Senator Thomas G. Hayes named as leading gubernatorial candidates.
A Lexow committee expense bill in the New York Senate requests a total appropriation of 67,434 dollars. Allocations include 17,500 to Charles Stewart Smith, 11,250 to John W. Goff, 7,500 to William A. Sutherland, 5,625 to William Travers Jerome, 5,625 to Frank Moss, 2,500 to Henry Grasse, 7,434 to Lucius A. Waldo as senate stenographer, plus 5,625 to an additional counsel.
The Atlantic Mills in Olneyville Rhode Island where 2,400 workers produce cotton wool and mixed dress goods voted Sunday to strike after a request to restore pre cut wages by 22 percent was refused last week. The Standard Oil Company raised field oil prices from 1.27 to 1.35 and sold at 1.474 a barrel, with a later pullback.
A Boston Herald critique declares large skulls clash with feminine grace and beauty as dogs of vanity. Separate Newport naval station tests reveal a fuse misfire caused by a dried leaf, its imprint inspiring metal decorative work reproducing leaf veins.
May 1 and 2 Southers Railway offers excursion tickets from all principal stations to Houston with return at low rates. Special accommodations arranged for parties of sufficient size. Inquiries should contact a representative of the Great Short Line Route.
A Philadelphia Press extract quotes Austrian matrimonial notices noted for cheeky promises. Wives sought with rich dowries or funds for medical study, plus fanciful demands such as a monkey and parrot for the buyer. The Irish wig maker ad praises artful wigs as invisible and demonstrably shown in private show rooms.
Reading and talking are linked to better conversation as readers gain material for discussion. Manners and adaptability to others define good talk, with amiability and gracious consideration essential. Children should listen and share modest daily experiences in family discussions.
A 200 member committee has worked over two years to organize an autumn census across Russia. Officials expect over 47 million inhabitants in about twenty provinces, compared with 30 million in 1860. Largest gains are in Kiev, Pultava, Kharkoff, Tambov, Samara, Viatka, and cities Kiev, Kharkoff, Odessa, Baku, Lody, Kishineff.
Central Railroad of Georgia in cooperation with Georgia Southern and Florida and Plant system launches a Pullman sleeper between Atlanta and Brunswick starting April 1. Evening departures from Atlanta at 7 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. return Brunswick by 6:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. with Brunswick boats linking Cumberland and St Simons Island. Agents B Wrant Robinson and T A 16 Wall Street Atlanta Ga for details.
The Christian Endeavor convention meets in Boston July 10 to 15 with a patriotic gathering on Boston Common July 4 led by Governor Greenbalge and speakers including Dr. Donald McLaurin of Detroit and Dr. Smith the author of America. Dr. Smith will compose a hymn for the event and a choir of 2 090 voices plus a large orchestra will lead the singing. About fifty thousand Endeavorers are expected to attend the big meeting, alongside outside visitors drawn by the novelty.
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