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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1895
Page
1
A boiler explosion in Ohio killed four men and left six more severely injured. The accident prompted immediate investigations as rescuers searched the site for survivors and possible causes. Further details on the blast and the plant involved were pending official statements.
Papers for the operation of the Inter Ocean Electric railway were obtained from the secretary of the state today. The capital stock is 206000000 dollars. The plan is to build an elevated electric railway from Chicago to New York and then to the Pacific coast with New York and local capitalists promoting the scheme.
W. D. Taylor, former state treasurer, left Havana January 20 for the Isthmus of Panama by rail and sailed to Chile. He has been located at Valparaiso, Chile, as he remains in default.
SHIMONOSERT April 1 Koyama Rokumsuke the young Japanese who tried to assassinate Li Hung Chang has been sentenced to penal servitude for life.
Mayrrw April 1 government orders twenty thousand reserves to reinforce the standing army as troops depart for Cuba to quell the insurrection.
Cincinnati dispatch notes the April 1 election centers on women candidates for the state board of education. Voters across Ohio participate as women exercise their suffrage in this key school governance contest.
Charles Guertin, a celebrated chef formerly of Buffalo and well known in western Pennsylvania, died in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, on March 31. The obituary notes his prominence in the culinary scene and his ties to Warren and surrounding areas.
A boiler explosion at Loring's tannery in Woburn Massachusetts this morning killed four workers and left six others injured. Fire crews and investigators secured the scene as authorities began inquiries into the cause and potential safety violations at the plant.
John Logan a former Warren man and prominent hotel proprietor at this place died yesterday from a complication of grip land pneumonia.
Berlin reports Prince Bismarck marked his eightieth birthday today with public acknowledgment in the capital. He was born April 1, and his long career as statesman continues to be noted by officials and citizens.
Wheeling March reports point to a peak of oil exploration in Wood county with wells near Parkersburg in the Waverly, Williamstown and Volcano fields. A new well at Elizabeth in Wirt county draws interest as Sistersville, Mannington and Welzel counties see renewed vigor and a fresh pool near New Martinsville opens. Further tests near Thornton could unlock a new field, with Ritchie county prospects also viewed as bright amid rising oilman influx and expected yearly activity surpassing prior years.
At Harrisburg on March 20 a joint committee led by Senator Grady agreed to draft a new license bill with changes including a $500 fee, hotel bars closing from midnight to 6 am, bans on music and entertainments tied to liquor sales, no bottlers license, and penalties for wholesalers brewers and distillers who aid unlicensed sales. Other notes report bill counts, adjournment timing, and a real estate jurisdiction transfer bill. Fire Police officers elected in Warren were also listed.
The column surveys local issues from Sunday fishing bans in Pennsylvania to misconduct by some Game and Fish Protective Association members. It criticizes lax enforcement on the Allegheny, notes county commissioner spending, explains Standard Oil oil reserves, and laments Y M C A building delays while urging adherence to laws.
Stockholders meeting in New York voted unanimously to raise capital from 10 million to 15 million. Funds from the new stock will finance construction of lines already completed and those under contemplation.
In the Pittsburg district railroad coal operators resist any raise above sixty cents per ton for miners. Several operators plan to restart mines at that rate next week and expect to hire workers with ease. Others intend to fulfill contracts using West Virginia coal.
Syracuse March 20 Jobno S Johnson the bicycle champion was arrested on a warrant from bicycle manufacturers who have a contract with Johnson and manager Tom Eck for the coming season Johnson planned turning professional to race with Houbin in France in alleged breach of contract Bail set at 5000 dollars
A local Kansas City paper reports the Williams Palace Sleeping Car company has been organized with $9,000,000 capital to manufacture a new palace car in the city. The inventor is a local railroad man formerly with the Missouri Pacific and Rock Island.
S Murdoch Kendrick of the University of Pennsylvania, president of the Intercollegiate Athletic Association, has sent a challenge to Oxford and Cambridge for a field and track meeting between the winners of the English meeting next July and the Penn team at Mott Slaven.
In Connellsville township near Westmont, a Philadelphia lumber dealer named Landin was lured to a remote spot last night by two highwaymen and robbed of 1100 dollars in cash a gold watch and a diamond pin.
Sacramento report says two robbers tried to hold up the northbound Oregon express in Tehama county. A robber was killed in the ensuing fight and Sheriff Bogart also died.
PUTNEY Eng March 30 In the regatta today Oxford beat Cambridge by two lengths setting a clear early lead in the race and securing a decisive victory over their rival in the water.
Wallingon March 30 lasting armistice confirmed by Japanese Legation. Cablegram from Japanese government states unconditional halt in hostilities after China offered terms and amid Li Hung Chang’s attempted assassination. No verdict in Elks case. One robber and a sheriff killed in California during an attempted train robbery.
The Cleveland jury reported being unable to reach a verdict in the Elks case and was discharged after further retirement. Judge Hammond ordered another trial unless the parties settle out of court, which now seems likely.
Washington reports the Spanish government moves to meet the United States in the Alliance affair. The cruiser commander has been relieved and orders issued to Cuban stations to observe international law and refrain from interfering with U S or other foreign ships. This has caused gratification in official circles.
Oriental News reports from St Petersburg dated March 3 that the Japanese Emperor's decision to seek an unconditional armistice stems from widespread anger over the attack on Viceroy Li Hung Chang. A Shanghai dispatch notes nine Japanese cruisers and two gun boats under Admiral Ito bombarded forts on Jengh Island on March 24.
Andrew S. Campbell, secretary of the chamber of commerce and humane society president, and notable fire insurance figure, is found dead at his Lusxmnerron home from a pistol shot after hearing an outsider in the night. Three shots were heard. his son found him dying with a large facial wound.
Harrisburg report notes the house adjourned until Monday evening with little enthusiasm. The day's main achievement was clearing all calendar bills on first reading, leaving a modest impression of progress before this session ends.
North Port Long Island March 29 Mrs Reeves and her daughter perished in a morning blaze that consumed their home Mrs Reeves died while trying to rescue her aged father and mother and her child who were all inside the burning building
Savannah Georgia March 30 Governor McKinley is receiving marked attention during his southern trip as he visits the city and is greeted by locals and officials amid campaign era activity and public interest.
A village fire destroyed the business district and thirty homes in Canaseraga New York yesterday afternoon. Flames began at 12 10 p m driven by strong winds. It took a Cornellsville train with two companies and a steamer to halt the blaze. Loss around 100000 with only partial insurance. No deaths. several injuries reported. In a separate item Kansas City women debated hat removal at indoor meetings and worship urging equal rights and propriety.
Premspure March 20. William P Chalfant and wife who left here two weeks ago on their return trip to Ichow I u China were to sail March 25 on the steamship China from San Francisco. They have been ordered to remain in this country until matters have become settled in Chin s.
Jamestown reports John 3b. Davis, longtime Mayville county clerk clerk for 34 years, attempted suicide yesterday by shooting himself in the head. The ball entered at the base of the brain and he will die.
A hot day in Curiaco marked 77 degrees, the warmest March reading in 24 years. Chicago also hit a high near summer levels while Indianapolis recorded 82 degrees, and Marshalltown reached 83 in the shade at noon.
About 250 employees at Oil City Boiler Works quit work yesterday over a disputed wage increase. The firm refused a 10 percent across the board raise, prompting the stoppage and labor unrest in the plant.
Private letters from reliable sources report a major strike in the Baku oil fields three weeks ago, with production at 60,000 barrels daily. A cablegram confirms the report, noting the well shows no signs of diminution.
John A. Brown, age 24, employed by James A. Palcott of 110 Franklin Street, New York City, shot his wife Mrs. J. B. Brown yesterday afternoon and then killed himself. Mrs Brown will recover.
Connelsville March 29 Mike Zarrett president of the coke workers association calls a meeting of regional mine workers for Wednesday to address dissatisfaction with the new settlement.
Following a voluntary wage increase, IT. C. Frick Coal and Coke Co. plans an advance of thirty five cent per ton in furnace coal price. The change reflects broader labor and industry pressure amid rising production costs.
March 29: Member Grey's remarks in the house of Commons last night unsettled investors. Stocks show a disquieting effect and the market faces growing apprehension as traders reassess risks and outlooks following the discussion.
London on March 30 reports the cabinet at a council meeting nominated Hon. William Court Gurley to succeed Willesley as Speaker.
The Ailsa defeated the Britannia by two minutes in a morning race at Nicz.
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