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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1895
Page
4
Fragment from a 19th century meeting recounts Willis Sweet and Congressman Willis in Pullman praising Confederate leaders and denouncing emancipation. The address invokes Lincoln, Calhoun, and embracing southern “duty” with strong pro slavery and pro Confederate sentiments amid wartime memory.
May 30 in Colfax marked a patriotic display as citizens honored their fallen. A brisk breeze cooled a crowded gathering at the Grand Army hall with bands, banners, and students moving through the scene as veterans prepared for the parade and formation of the event.
Memorial Day was observed in Moscow by Major Anderson post with a Grand Army ball. After dinner a procession went to the cemetery for appropriate exercises, including speeches by Mary Robinson and Charles Fraxey and a reading of Lincoln's favorite hymn. The march included Grand Army members, Woman's Relief Corps, university cadets, and townspeople.
Memorial Day was observed in Farmington with a Grand Army post parade from the hall to the public Kohgo building, joining schoolchildren and citizens en route to Mountain View Cemetery. After ceremonies, veterans and townspeople laid flowers on graves, with a large post ceremony at 200 p.m. and a public gathering at the hall.
The day closed with a program featuring patriotic art, band, prayer, and a chapel segment. Master Andrew Holne led a song as Charlotte Btowart recited, with a classroom choir and the audience hearing a stirring closing address by Commander General TR Tannatt.
Readable fragments describe a Memorial Day observance in Springfield including ceremonies at Lincoln monument and Mount Olivet cemetery. General Sherman’s coffin memorials, horse statues, and a large turnout of veterans marked the event. A parade of Grand Army men and Union veterans concluded the ceremonies with somber remembrances.
The Kal luppell school district held an indoor exercise and flag raising at the high school with about 100 attendees from across VFlmend county. Superintendent PN Bernard led the ceremony with the school board chair C. VW Pa at presiding.
Hyde delivered the memorial oration at Cheney as residents gathered for a Remembrance Day program. A procession led by veterans and local groups moved through town to the Methodist church where Clyde delivered a patriotic address before returning for the ceremony honoring the nation’s heroes.
A fragmented report discusses polygamy and related immigration concerns. It notes officials and a proposed policy stance, mentioning a treasury department, seven children, and a party debating whether polygamy should be practiced or restricted while considering the destination and legality.
In a crowded Saturday edition, the report mixes racing notes from Avawt and a West riot between Ewa Gara and Hivirtie Kane. It also details a wedding ceremony with Douglass and his bride, noting guests and the procession, while mentioning racing results and local events at several venues.
An inquiry into Governor Hughes closes today after a protracted session. Officials report the investigation, sparked by Democrat claims, centered on material charges. the inquiry is denied and a locked conclusion follows.
At Zanneville Ohio on May 29 delegates contended over the Republican nomination for governor. Foraker allies pushed through key leadership and central committee control while McKinley loyalists faced a split path toward the national convention. The convention signaled possible long-term shifts in Ohio GOP power and a potential Bushnell Foraker ticket shaping state politics for 1896 and beyond.
Legal action stemmed from a 1882 year contract between the Pullman Company and the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul railway. Pullman seeks about 100000 to cover building and equipment of 45 parlor and sleeping cars, plus 700000 in damages amid disputes over buyout terms and ownership stakes in the car line. The case traces back to the railroad’s attempt to end the contract and transfer control, with the Pullman firm claiming losses and misappropriated profits.
A newspaper fragment recounts a brutal lynching where masked men killed three Black individuals to intimidate a witness in a rural county. The severely damaged text names a woman and daughter with threats against any who speak, describing fear and silence in the wake of the incident.
Fragmentary 1880s era exchange discussing silver dollars greenbacks and a bid to set a 16 to 1 gold to silver ratio. Senator Carter remarks on protectionism and currency reform amid partisan debate. Mentions Cleveland era policy and broader monetary tensions.
Tokyo May 8 reports indicate a reshuffle in the Japanese government with Aoki poised to replace Mutsu. The article notes divisions within the ruling circles over foreign administration and the planned redeployment of troops from China to new posts as part of treaty arrangements.
Spokane delegation selects Great Northern route for the June 1 state convention in Tacoma. Travel includes Cascade range scenery and Tumwater canyon, steamer Flyer to Puget Sound, with connection at Seattle. Fare is one and one half the round trip on certificate plan, valid across stations to Tacoma Spokane and Great Northern. Delegates from Palouse area expected to join Spokane brethren. Musone to use this route for Tacoma Seattle Olympia meetings. Same rates via both lines.
The Leying don Hilburn road race was won by F W Richt it 151490 with Rooke third and F G Smith fourth. Titus broke down at 10 miles and Ataris Scott set a beat time handicapped 50 amonds.
A garbled report records a runaway horse incident affecting residents including Mexander of Napa. The fragment mentions injuries, a merchant involved, and a sheriff’s line at the scene, with unclear timing and names due to OCR damage.
A garbled wire reports on a California fruit growers meet and a rival auction protest. It notes involvement from Cleveland and New York figures, with references to state society events and upcoming attendances by President Cleves. The text is fragmentary but indicates protests against rival establishments and expected participation by major individuals.
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