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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1896
Page
1
Washington reports a prolonged session with adjournment likely by Tuesday or Wednesday as Senate and House clash with the President over appropriations and major bills. Talks center on Navy and army funding, land reclamation, and tariff issues, while clerical battles over committees delay final passage.
A mangled OCR fragment summarizes Congressional debate on banking regulation tariff policy and financial reforms. It references national banks, the metric system, Armenian Turkey reactions, Guiana boundary, Cuban affairs, tariff schedules, silver coinage, and adulterated cheese laws, with mentions of Dingley and agricultural committees.
Washington scene as managers push parliamentary moves to speed a prompt notion on five remaining appropriation bills. Debate over differences between the two houses continues with a possible adjournment by midweek if southern war claims and deficiency bills are resolved. Senators Harris and allies push restoration of resisted items, while many lawmakers plan to depart for St. Paul and a late week adjournment remains possible before the Republican convention.
Thamar H. Swope, longtime city resident, has donated 1914 acres of land four miles southeast of the city to Kanans City free of cost. The parcel, valued at about 500000, lies in Jackson County and is noted as second in importance to any public park in the United States. Swope previously funded education and explored the Rocky mountains, later helping found several Industries. Separate reports note dynamite discharged near a priest’s residence in Oriecitan, causing damage but no deaths.
Reporters describe large crowds converging on the town for a political convention. Notable figures including Major Melstikey and ex congressman A Chompein are expected to address delegates, with security and party apparatus preparing for a major gathering amid weather warnings.
A damaged report states a ceremonial train led by Mekialos will depart tomorrow from Wichita with a corn load. Fire damaged a train car at Oakville injuring ties. authorities expect quick containment. The event aims to aid tornado victims across 40 counties with support from a large group of volunteers.
A Whitman County Immigration Bureau meeting drew attention as speakers explained immigration matters to attendees. Exhibits showcased western city scenery and products while questions from the audience were answered in a later session. The bureau aims to showcase Whitman County to the region and prepare county tax assessments with broad distribution.
The Whitman County Fruit and Horticultural Association met to discuss the coming county fair opening September 2 and running until October. A premium list was to be prepared, with special premiums for fruit varieties, a writing committee appointed, and a report due next meeting. The board expects a better exhibition than last year and the next managers’ meeting is set for June 2.
A disjointed OCR fragment outlines a Missouri Republican nomination battle with Chauncey L. Filey and William McKinley referenced. It describes the process of a first formal ballot, potential rotations, and the push for a majority, noting votes and procedural rules amid a contentious party gathering.
Conflicting reports detail ongoing talks between Corbett and Sharkey over a future match. Negotiations center on a four round arrangement with potential for a staged spectacle and payout terms. The parties discuss conditions, knockouts, and possible dates, with both sides weighing risks and rewards.
Dispatch from Havana reports insurgents repelling a government thrust near the Ville of Gabriel and Baracoa area with dynamite and mining charges. Casualties include several killed and wounded on both sides as Coronel Wiens probes insurgent positions and Lopez engages near Baramucas, forcing retreat of armed fighters.
Fragmentary report from Tampa dated June 7 describes a wealthy adventurer named Panter Whe and a 15 day confinement with isolation and no outside contact. A brief note mentions an expedition end near Punta de Arabe and Ninuvian with cartridges and a lecturer aboard.
The Enquirer notes county delegate tallies from Columatus and nearby areas showing instructions to 200s of delegates with two hundred and fever for freer kilver, one for gold and 21 uninstructed. Primaries set for Cincinnati tomorrow amid unrest as Turkish troops burn villages on Crete, with advancing reports from the island.
June 6 in Chicago a formal investiture honored Benjamin Franklin as depicted in The Great Print Association and Chicago publishers. Joseph Meaitl presented the bronze bust in a ceremonious setting with civic leaders and local organizations in attendance.
Fragmentary wartime note describes clashes near a Nile campaign with Moh movement and Havary forces. It mentions a large engagement, heavy fighting, several casualties, and a commander named Gomer amid a chaotic retreat and defense attempts.
A chaotic report describes loyalty debates across Meextno and Uruguay amid Spanish influence worries. Volunteers from Shouba and others stand by in the island as Spain’s supremacy faces resistance. A Unite fund backs actions, while Latin American nations protest external meddling and seek unity among Mission Uruguay and Argentina in reaction.
A flood event this afternoon damaged property in Lowvunworth and nearby areas. Victims Koenecis yooh Miedeaa Dramund Leonie anc Rugwae Cummings, all about 11, suffered drownings as floodwaters surged. Water washed debris into the Missouri River and remains unrecovered.
Fragmented OCR text describes a violent confrontation during a street fight involving Anitiew Smith and Deter Peterson. The narrative mentions bystanders, a prowling figure, and tensions escalating with threats and alleged injuries. Names appear garbled and uncertain.
An estimated tornado from a recent bend of storms near Omaha Nebraska reports Lynch in Loyd County wiped out yesterday afternoon. No fires were reported. A St Paul Nebraska dispatch notes losses from the storm with Howard County bearing the heaviest impact. Two large tornadoes crossed the Nott Loup river and many smaller ones followed.
A fire at a Northern Pacific elevator in Walla Walla caused extensive damage to the structure and its grain contents, with about 10,000 bushels stored. The blaze, likely incendiary, was aided by heavy rain that hindered spread but left adjacent buildings at risk, though they were ultimately saved.
Chicago and New York markets report a bullish wheat spell with July contracts rising as demand spurred by a Kansas report of lower prices prompts a buying frenzy. Corn and oats also gain while hogs and cattle trade unevenly, with feeding products and petroleum holding firm amid broader market notes. The Meteor wins a British race, while Hawryndesky is found not guilty in a Utah murder trial.
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