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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1895
Page
1
The passage reflects a tense blend of racial bias and social critique. It notes alleged insults to foreigners, laments about Christian Science, and jokes about law and morality. It mentions Cuba’s independence hopes and upcoming reinforcements for Campos, signaling mounting international tension.
A New York court case concerns possession of a single remaining 1804 silver dollar, one of about twelve known. The coin's value ranges from $600 to $2,000, indicating some pieces escaped demonetization and remain in circulation.
Mr Batter asserted in a speech that England had formed a true estimate of the American people calling them the most vehemently conservative population in the universe. He claimed their constitution provides multitudinous safeguards against changes even if changes were desired.
The Bulgarian prince Ferdinand was expected to profit from the assassination of Stambuloff but instead faces widespread anger and scorn. The people oppose him and Russia, to whom he sacrificed nearly all favor, has repudiated him. He should flee.
A critical opinion targets Missouri courts and officers over a motion for a new trial in the Taylors Meeks murder case. The writer calls the court and officers ignoramuses out of date, while noting lawyers’ quibbles as typical.
A new New York law takes effect September 1 requiring secrecy by all who handle telephone messages. It imposes a $1000 fine or six months imprisonment on any telegraph or telephone employer who improperly reveals a message and applies the same penalty to any person who wrongfully obtains a message.
A report notes President Cleveland went through rounds that failed to pass a medical examination for life insurance. It suggests a natural risk of sudden death but says he defies gossip and may still persuade insurers.
The article questions western religious respect as diplomacy tightens against tyranny in the name of Christian decency. It notes the era seeking peace and civilization, while debating the merit of force. An American line steamer is retired for being unprofitable and outclassed by newer vessels, with remarks on its past prominence and the Ohio’s superior design.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions best friends of good roads and a named event Fevent but lacks coherent facts, dates, or clear entities for a reliable summary. The readable portion hints at a local or promotional piece but insufficient to identify people, places, or outcomes.
A Chinese cabinet meeting on the 7th announced the dismissal of chief minister Hsu Yung Hi over his ties to the Russo-Chinese affair and the Franco-Chinese convention. Other notes include U S demand for Kurdish justice, and various international items with deaths, arrivals, and maritime losses.
A Riverside farm burned near Fort Wayne Indiana on the fifth, destroying a stock barn valued at 12000 and stallion Truman valued at 10000 along with five colts. In Argentina riots killed five and wounded six during clashes between officers and laborers. Rioters burned buildings and killed livestock. On the sixth, Italian mob violence in Spring Valley drove out colored residents. Nearby in Illinois a drainage foreman was attacked and shot in the leg. Virginia Beach reports a bathing incident with a young lady and others involved.
An engine and twenty loaded coal cars derailed through a Paint River bridge on the Ohio Southern on the 11th, plunging 25 feet into 30 foot waters. The engine crew and four men buried under 400 tons of coal, with four suspected tramp victims at the bottom. A seaman claims the James Woodall ran a blockade and landed 1538 men with munitions for Cuban revolutionists. Fire destroyed M.P. McLer’s organ works in Hagerstown, killing a hundred reed organs and causing $30,000 loss. Parliament’s new composition shows a government majority of 152. New York banks report reserve decline and loans rise for the week. UK ambassador Bayard to address Edinburgh Philosophical Society in November. Police officials cite Spanish cause weakening from Hawana report. Gen. Campos ill, unable to move toward Manzanillo. Several Philadelphia citizens file ab in
A Chicago national bank statement shows assets including loans, discounts, overdrafts and U. S. bonds, with total assets about 885 million. Liabilities list capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, deposits, and notes payable, followed by public notices on a Central Illinois veterans reunion, insanities, and various local incidents and obituaries.
An American sailor testified that the steamship James Woodall landed 153 men near Havana with 600 pounds of dynamite and 253000 rounds, supplied by New York crews. They allegedly blew a railroad, captured 400 Spaniards, and escaped toward Progreso after landing in Cuba. Captain Hudson, owner and commander, planned coastal work for coffee trade.
From Key West Florida dated August 11 the Herald prints a Havana dispatch dated August 10 reporting Martinez Campos departed Havana aboard the Villa Verde for Manzanillo. Passengers aboard the Mascotte say the Villa Verde was in Havana harbor at noon yesterday and Campos is too sick to move. Havana police officials warn the Spanish cause is weakening.
In the Guantanamo district near Homelio estate a rebel band fired on Spanish troops wounding two soldiers. General Barro’s column engaged insurgents at Majagua Bo killing two rebels and seizing arms. Government loss reported as 700.
A Philadelphia report notes shipbuilders show little belief in a four day steamship to Europe. Plots and designs are said to be near completion in secrecy. Cramp Co president Shute H L Craig says it may be possible but progress appears distant.
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