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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1897
Page
1
Professivist Garda Unger and G J Selwyn, cashier, are cited in a case involving agents and financial irregularities. Details are scarce in the available text, but the names indicate official personnel connected to the affair. Further context from additional pages would clarify roles and outcomes.
A historical note reports a meeting between notable figures discussing a large sum in roubles. The article highlights the amount and the parties involved, with emphasis on the financial and diplomatic implications of the event.
In Cleveland May 26 no Sunday tag, news notes Princess Anna of Montenegro wed today. The ceremony, attended by Prince Nicholas and other dignitaries, reportedly included a large dowry. the couple met previously at Victoria’s dining hall in Cinlet amid diplomatic and royal attendees.
A masked assailant attacked in a street scene injuring several people and killed a man after a confrontation with police. Superintendent Dare pursued and exchanged gunfire, with multiple officers and bystanders injured. A broker Willhem Hatcher was wounded, and the robber was killed. The event occurred at a train station area with a confrontation leading to fatalities and injuries.
In a dramatic breakout two convicts, aided by accomplices, leaped from guards at the north depot and fled toward the river. Sheriff’s aides and local officers pursued as several inmates were recaptured or subdued. others were recaptured or wounded during the chaos near the railroad yards.
The Vancouver Washington session of the Kesntl Of the Bleetian saw officers elected including representative WG tonati and vice chancellor DC Thunt on. H.W. Youngs of Seattle named keeper of records with M. Hartis of Olympia master of exchequer and W. Taylor master at arms. Contest over constitutional amendment to raise membership age from 2 to TS noted. A Seattle team faced competition from Form Bank and Ducoma objected. the day closed with a parade and a drill by the Seattle squad.
A lakefront collision on Lake Huron off Chicago injures and sinks the Florida with twelve million in cargo. The wreck, near Port Huron, leaves one ship damaged, a second captain missing, and a cargo of 56 000 bushels of wheat with other merchandises at risk. The Maride, owned by the Killer House syndicate of Buffalo, suffers stern damage and will be docked for repairs.
A severe cloudburst swept the Salmon river valley on Monday causing widespread ruin along a two mile stretch. Farms, mills, and lumber transport routes were washed away or destroyed, forcing shutdowns and hindering seasonal work as streams carried boulders into ravines and cut roads, with substantial losses across Houha county.
Washington May 20 European beet sugar industry struggles as U S consuls describe harsh conditions and rising costs. Officials note import duties and regulatory actions since May 1 1800 have worsened a highly stretched market, with calls for urgent relief to stabilize prices and supply.
Laborers across several states report new unions forming in diverse trades from carpenters and masons to bricklayers and garment workers. The Ohio federation wins a charter, while production sectors face wage cuts and labor reforms. Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania see organizing drives and wage debates continue.
Washington May 21 General Horatio King longtime postmaster general under Buchanan died this morning of grippe complications. Born in Paris France he moved to Milne and rose to prominence as postmaster general in 1861 serving until 1875.
A new witness, Mrs Schwartziger, testifies she saw Minnie Willan with Rev George Gitwon on the Alameda ferry to San Francisco on April 15, the day before the body was found in a church. She had long held back her name but now reveals details after Durrant’s death sentence and transfer to San Quentin.
A sudden accident caused by a blaze killed Mrs Ada Mohr and four others including Willie Howard aged five and Bud Hugo Howse aged nineteen months. Mrs Bewile Howard is fatally injured, while Merry Surman is badly burned. Mr Maher poured gasoline over the fire as Mrs Bess Towenteth tended.
A fragmented report describes a missing teen and a fountain of details about a large sum of money and several institutions, with unclear names and places. The readable facts point to a youth involved in a flight and a monetary context, but many specifics are garbled.
May 11 dispatch notes a Newmarket meeting where notable entries competed for prize items. The report mentions I Ruy wretene and a winner CF Denean'e Dir Wundee, with mixed details about participants and a reorganizational plan tied to the Chinago & Norsern Pacite railway bond representation amid a broader wartime context.
The piece reports on former Senator Voorhven considering retirement from politics after a long career. Key figures include Ward and Hughey Nard Ward Lo Kel, with quotes about giving up political prospects. The article weaves in Shakespearean references and local color as it outlines Voorhven's health concerns and potential measures to ensure financial support, such as a pension, while noting no immediate plan to end public service.
An inland flood ravages the Valley of Anatin Creel with homes wrecked and orchards ruined. Reporters describe widespread destruction along the river, with bridges damaged and gardens washed away as emergency crews assess the aftermath and aid efforts.
In Walunbton New York on May 2 Richard M Scruiges a four billionaire and Py Ge tame detected by inspectors on the steamer AL Paul from Southampton. Diamonds jewelry and water on were found in German package Valle while three Wartwo captured. The haul valued at 21 dollars worth of minor property led to pursuit by authorities. Secretary Furtham of the area Island private bank died Tuesday of pernicious illness. About one million dollars deposited, the bathe to countary Nankdniton.
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