Pump repair work at Masonis building noted
Pump repair activity recorded at the Masonis building with related heap work mentioned. No further details provided.
10 Dec 1896
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1896
Page
1
Pump repair activity recorded at the Masonis building with related heap work mentioned. No further details provided.
A morning dispatch reports John D Rockefeller plans to build a 10 million dollar iron and steel complex on Lake Michigan shore in South Chicago near the Calumet River. The plant will produce pig iron and steel rails for Rockefeller interests, financed with multiple private sellers, with rail costs set by major companies including Carnegie and the Fitness Steel Company.
Baltimore lodge No 7 held its annual memorial services with elaborate music and a high order program. The event featured principal oration by Grand Exalted Ruler Mende l Detwiler of Morrisburg on mortality and included orations by Ports Deputy Collector Tummey and locals Bouch and Harry Arnold. A well attended ceremony showcased vocal selections and an audio novelty that filled the hall.
The cane case in the Santa Fe railway receivership in Topeka Kansas City Mo involves a speedy hearing set by County Judge Lat Moyer. Parties agreed to seek court orders preventing any property seizure by current or future receivers until the case outcome is decided, with additional orders to follow if obtained. The issue of jurisdiction remains under reargument in the United States Court and will be decided tomorrow.
Linden mystery case solved after two appearances and a body site identified. Captain Weller identified as the second man involved. extradition planned for a suspect held in connection with the case. A police officer will travel to England to arrange for the suspect's arrest and extradition.
December 6 New York Francesco Garriffin and James Garriffin were shot in a quarrel by Giuseppe Cesario. Francesco died instantly. James later died from injuries found on a plate. Cesario was arraigned in Dell Court and held for coroner's jury.
A transformative plan emerges to create a new transpacific steamship link from Beeralury Willard's California port to Japan. Backed by business leaders and aligned with British and Cramp Shipholders, the venture estimates capital around 10 million dollars. Key figures include EG. Baler, son of O. W Potter, and promoter efforts by the San Francisco chamber of commerce to gauge local interest and secure support. The project promises faster routes for East Indian travelers, lower freight costs, and a prestigious inland facility near Coronado Bowl, with tentative San Diego and Pedeo consideration for site and water access.
A defeated Utah judge candidate petitions the district court to contest the election results. The case questions legality of canvassing and whether the law under which the election was held was properly enacted and applied. The issue includes arguments that the governor’s amendments and the legislative process affected validity and required a different legislative path. The matter involves the state canvassing board and a related arrest for document falsification.
The sixteenth council of the American Federation of Labor will meet in Cincinnati for an eight day convention with about 200 delegates representing 6000 members. Delegates are allotted by union size and each district votes once. The program includes a church invitation to speak by Bamital Gomparn, president of the AFL, and coverage of the labor movement and anticipated legal changes.
A long disputed letter from Worcester politician Moar defends his brother and criticizes a recent presidential camp. The missive cites resolutions from Grant cabinet members and references Nor folk Club and forms of political blame. The text discusses court packing, Hepburn case, and political history with various named figures and dates.
Articles show four companies plan to unite in St Louis to build a combined telephone and electrical network. A $900,000 paid capital company will spearhead, offering home telephone service and urban power, with underground conduits and public improvements.
The report from New York on Colonel Fellows indicates his condition is worsening after a long illness. Doctors say operations were performed and he remains in a fragile state as members of his family gather and bid farewell.
A head on collision between two through freights near Wilder Texas killed two engineers two pipemen and a brakeman and injured others. A relief train with doctors and nurses was sent from the city and the wounded were taken to San Antonio.
Denver based mining engineer W. Drointon returns from Kootenay to report gold mining in Columbia is slowed by heavy snow four to ten feet deep. Few large mines are operating, making work prospects uncertain. Prospecting remains difficult due to dense timber and rough terrain, with river travel still possible by boats.
The Kansas Railroad Commissioners refused to enforce an order in a grain rate case. Insiders from the Kanaas City board seek to compel adherence to a proposed maximum rate, arguing the board lacks power to enforce the earlier promise. Receivers are discharged as the Union Baton case moves toward final resolution.
Washington reports the assistant secretary of the interior outlines changes in pension policy and the plan to ensure equity and justice in appeals. The notice urges broader reforms, faster handling of current appeals, and tighter protection of the pension fund with proposed legislation.
Fragmented text shows a 19th century Kansas political clash with mentions of Governor Wilkinson Lewey and party realignments. It discusses populists, Republicans, and silver forces debating union, party identity, and future alliances amid an election climate. The piece references interviews and conference outcomes shaping political lines.
In Oxford athetic circles reports describe a varsity match with Oxford amateurs dominating. The piece mentions tensions in amateur ranks, with athletes from Yate and Harvard reportedly favoring a rapid, decisive routine while Oxford clubs push for broader participation.
Col John J Fellows prominent New York attorney nears death as family holds vigil His condition rapidly worsens with reports of a stubborn tumor and declining vitality. Hospitals and physicians remain hopeful but cautious as his health deteriorates.
Reported in a chaotic, heavily garbled dispatch detailing strikes by Berlin dockers, government probes, and trials. The piece asserts the emperor and foreign office push for prosecutions, naming Prince Hohenlohe and Baron von Werder as key figures, with many officials expected to be arrested for calumny or blackmail.
A London cable reports Wong Chin Foo stating a society Hing Chung Woey aims to end Chin exclaves and push China toward modernization under a reform movement. The kidnap victim in London is described as a known reform member. authorities anticipate native action and possible international intervention if peaceful means fail.
The Olympic Athletic Club offers 300 to box six rounds under fair conditions, Corbett accepting. The National Athletic Club releases a statement defending the sport’s integrity and detailing medical checks and a check of 3100 as a forfeit to deter fraud, with the matter now in judicial hands.
A Tacoma court decision orders a permanent injunction amid a dispute over $1,200,000 in warrants. The ruling holds part of the warrants invalid due to payments already made, leaving city finances under scrutiny as the case proceeds.
A Lyon man was arrested on forgery charges after allegedly sending another man’s name through a mortgage fraud scheme involving his father in law and wife. The case was presented to the grand jury, which will meet Monday, with one farm served in the case. Local authorities say the suspect has long been prominent in Wahington county.
A Havana report says Antonio Maceo and Cuban insurgents encircle General Weyler, disrupting His forces. The narrative describes Weyler’s position as precarious with rebels advancing from multiple fronts and possibly shifting support to aid the rebellion. The dispatch notes Allied figures and movements, including anticipated returns of key Cuban leaders.
Reports from Denver describe tandem bicycle events where m ercurial riders set multiple records. Bager and Swanse achieved a 1 mile tandem time close to five minutes with a second best overall amateur professional performance. George Dixon and Laurias Kerapt of the Bay City Wheelmen set the amateur tandem record for five miles in under thirty seconds. The piece also touches on political notes from Indianapolis regarding a People’s Party meeting and education and work reforms.
London dispatch reports that under advice of the khedive Egypt has accepted Britain’s loan offer to cover expenses of the Anglo Egyptian Sudan expedition. The 2,000,000 pound advance is to be repaid by Egypt, with the Gos Wedlé court at Alexandria ruling the funds must be reimbursed to the government.
The Helena and Frisco sale in Montana was completed today. The exploration company of Lorton, Rep land, acted as purchaser with a price around 2.26 million dollars. Negotiations were conducted and witnessed by W. J. Chalmers of Irnne & Chalmers of Chicago.
Fragmented OCR text shows Marie and Mel McKinney unable to attend church near Canton Ohio due to brief morning drive and various distractions. The note references Castres and Uruguay connections with uncertain timing and activities.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.