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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1895
Page
4
Riots and a citywide police mobilization marked Philadelphia as workers strike at the traction depots. Striking workers clash with mobs, with cars running sparingly and police guarding key routes amid efforts to restore order and protect public safety.
Reported scheme to overthrow a government by W. J. Sheridan and James Underwood led to arrests in Honolulu. Investigations traced links to San Francisco with authorities alleging a plan to seize power and depose officials. A widowed narrative mentions involvement of notable figures and a public exposure that affected key actors.
A local case reports a prominent Walla Walla figure suing for payment tied to a railroad project from Walla Walla to Wath Walle. The suit seeks sums promised under construction agreements, with payments due a year after completion as per contracts, and notes the project timeline and enforcement actions.
The will of the late Judge Thurman Cohan bequeaths possessions to his heirs and named relatives. Provisions mention a grandson and granddaughter, a gold box from Richard McCormion, a gold watch to Albert and a favored item to Allen, with household goods to be divided among children.
The president nominates George A Newman for a key position on the Colville Reservation as Cantin Mab resigns and a creditor recall prompts discussions. Washington sources indicate Newman would succeed Mab, with hearings noted and potential shifts in tribal leadership and management at Port Sherman.
In a Philadelphia memo representing wool growers and manufacturers, the wool industry calls for fair remuneration and ongoing support to sustain depleted operations. The note emphasizes demand for steady market prices, preservation of existing work, and long term production stability despite recent declines.
Reports describe unsettled conditions in San Salvador with alarms over military activity. The item notes concern about possible landings and movements tied to war material being transported, mentioning Acapulco and Mexican government actions.
A heavy snowfall blankets Ellensburg and the valley, delaying plowing and disrupting early morning travel. Over 13 inches of new snow fills the area with limited visibility and stalled vehicles, while forecasts suggest continued icy conditions and safety advisories.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a murder case in southern Oregon involving a defendant named Poowd and the murder of Cathor and his mother. The document also references an appeal in New York over a different matter and a separate forgery ruling involving Brantus Wyman.
In New York on December 19 a centennial Commercial Day marks the 100th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity Commerce and Navigation with Great Britain negotiated by John Jay. Plans envision nationwide city and chamber meetings or banquets to discuss commercial growth and development for the future. The inaugural banquet featured distinguished participants in a gala evening.
A list of prominent men from multiple states attended the American Commercial banquet at Del Monte. Delegates include Governors, mayors, industrial leaders, bankers, and railroad executives from Philadelphia, Boston, New York, and other cities. The gathering featured remarks on commerce, the press, and a notable stance on Cuban belligerent rights.
Ottawa plans mobilization to deter any conflict between Britain and the United States. Government officials consider putting 30 000 fully equipped volunteers in reserve within weeks. Imperial officers may command northern defenses if needed. Ottawa urges calm and quick preparations without causing alarm.
Secretary Olney summarizes the state department reaction to December events in Armenia. He details measures to protect citizens, notes limited property loss, mentions casualties among Americans, and cites ministerial dispatches urging united European pressure to stop the violence.
The Byenue Post notes turmoil in the treasury and assay office as withdrawals of gold spark a dollar market shake. Shippers struggle to obtain sufficient greenbacks to move funds, while treasury officials weigh rapid banking backup options and potential premium costs to cover gold withdrawals under strained conditions.
Dr and Mrs Hearne charged with Stilwell murder testified they do not know who killed Stilwell. Mrs Hearne denied any criminal intimacy with her husband. Dr Hearne said his wife’s account aligned with other defense witnesses and he was unsure who committed the crime.
In San Francisco on December 18 a naval cruiser named Charleston is reported disabled near Nagaeakt harbor. The ship’s main pistons are broken and the vessel will be powerless for several weeks, with operations at the Atlantic station planned to resume after four months of mobilization.
Deputies capture four prisoners who fled from a Moscow jail and arrived in Walla Walla by freight train early Monday. The men identified as Thomas Drodie Thomas A. Clair and John Bromley were taken into custody by Deputy Sheriff Young and sent to Strehwort for further processing.
Bennett National Bank, formerly Whatcom Bank, reopens operations after an audit reports assets and liabilities. The bank shows a noted surplus of 81 600 and resumes business today in the Whatcom area with attention to its fiduciary responsibilities.
A Dayton Coal and Iron Company mine explosion in Dayton Tennessee trapped twenty men. Five bodies have been recovered and twenty workers are believed imprisoned. rescue teams fear the death toll will rise as attempts to reach the mine continue. Names of potential victims are partially listed, with many still unidentified.
An Associated Press dispatch from Dec 20 reports 34 Hebrew laborers rescued from the Gummock mine disaster in Egypt. Eight bodies recovered, two more believed buried under rubble, as rescuers contend dynamite triggered the second blast after a coal explosion. The superintendent estimates minimal additional casualties, while theories point to a sequence of explosions and a deadly aftershock.
The Chicago Journal describes South St Paul as the only live stock market and packing center southwest of Chicago. It notes a large pork industry with one million hogs needed to meet demand and argues wheat fed hogs produce better pork, urging Northwest farmers to compete with corn-fed meat.
An old newspaper fragment advertises Kandies and Gentlemen seeking marriage papers urging readers to send 10 cents in stamps for four sample copies and full information, though details and address are incomplete.
A large number of Urkale from the Union Party have been found on the market and are being shipped from Chicago to Denver and then to Montana points. Chaitin Caldwell has begun buying up all the tickets and will call upon the Union party to redeem them.
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