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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1899
Page
4
The Indicator notes a Cleveland man may attempt to form a trust to consolidate other trusts if a blocking action fails. It mentions artificial cotton production in Australia as part of a broader "artificial age" trend. The Buffalo Express asks why sea serpents are scarce this summer. A whisky brand gains footing on the Jersey shore.
American researchers announce a major stellar finding that the so called polar star is not solitary but a triple system. This marks continued leadership by U S scientists in recent key astronomical discoveries.
The Saxon State railway ordered 26 locomotives from an American firm that promises delivery months ahead of rival German builders. The manufacturer asserts superior quality and faster production.
The Missouri paper urges readers to send timely items and warns against publishing events after they lose impact or relevance such as births after weaning, marriages after the honeymoon, or deaths after remarriage, seeking prompt submissions.
American farmers own $369,220,905 in bank capital, over half of national banks, and own horses valued at $452,046,600, more than one-fifth of currency in circulation including gold silver and paper money.
An eastern trace journal cites claims that horses not of ideal color are rapidly tinted by chemical blending. The piece notes a modern era where the shrewdest deceivers succeed in trades from horses to politics and even circuses.
Sir Thomas Lipton, famed for the America's Cup challenge, has spent hundreds of thousands on preparations and now says he offered 250000 dollars for the Lakeseof Nittarney estate with plans to present it to the Irish people. If he lived here, people would wonder what he aims to run for.
Charles F Taylor of White River Junction Vermont aged 100 drives his horse Factory Tax to win three straight heats at the Newport fair races. Despite being in the last decade of his century he remains an enthusiastic horseman and aims to race again on his hundredth birthday.
The annual pension report notes a remaining World War I veteran aged 91 still drawing, with only a few years left before his name is erased. It also states 20d Mexican War veterans still receive pensions, numbers dwindling to a handful in ten years.
An aged man with money marries a young woman in Illinois and now mourns the loss of both his bride and his cash. The piece argues that wealthy elders must stay close to their wealth to keep youthful brides, noting that young brides often do not fear shedding the burden of bank accounts.
A Tannock Indian named Dog-in-the-Vat proposed to his chosen maiden but was rejected. He killed the girl and then killed himself, an act described as barbarous and improper. The piece contrasts his deed with alleged white male behavior of the era.
The thirty third national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic is described as outstanding in influence and ability. The article credits the continued strength to past national officers and past department commanders who remain members, ensuring experienced leadership.
A young woman drowning off Atlantic City refused aid from a black swimmer who reached her first, waiting for a white rescuer behind him. She would rather risk death than be landed in the arms of a black man, a decision attributed to feminine pride rather than race prejudice.
Admiral Dewey learned a British gunner was crippled by a cannon explosion while firing a salute for his arrival at Gibraltar. He hurried to the wounded man, spoke at length, asked about his future, and gave a generous $150 present from the Olympia.
A sweeping recap of national events from Washington and the East West and South. The column highlights political developments, economic shifts, and notable public actions shaping the month.
A counterfeit two-dollar silver certificate of 1596 series with check letter C is reported. The president requests Col. Charles Denby and Prof. Dean Worchester to return from Manila. Manila advises Samar natives welcome the American flag. Admiral Schley is named commander of the South Atlantic station. McKinley rejects asking France to pardon Dreyfus to avoid offense.
In the week ended the 11th there were 19 business failures in the United States compared with 1:2 the prior week and 171 in the same period last year. Funeral services for Cornelius Vanderbilt were held at St. Bartholomew's in New York. New York City prepared for Admiral Dewey with details for his reception completed for September 25, 29, and 30. In New Haven the United Typothetae of America adopted a resolution reserving management rights for officials. New York carpenters struck for four dollars a day plus a half holiday year-round. National League week figures showed standings for several clubs. In Weatherfield, Connecticut, Frank Goodev shot and killed Mary Verrigan before killing himself. Senator Anna arrived in New York from London. Brockton set a new five mile unpaced amateur bicycle record, James F. Ingraham clocking 12 minutes 7.6 seconds. A Lackawanna newspaper train completed New York to Buffalo in seven hours and twenty minutes. Congressman Daniel Ermentrout died in Reading from strangulation after choking on meat. Fire destroyed summer hotels at Holland Station Moerkawa Beach. The American Fisheries plant at Promised Land, New Jersey, suffered a $599,000 loss.
Nearby freight derailment collapses a bridge killing three men and wrecking 23 cars. The incident sits among a string of national reports from a harsh era of labor strife and crime.
At Frankfort Illinois six thieves terrorized residents and robbed the Exchange bank of 1800 dollars in currency. In Mora New Mexico five miles away an adobe house collapsed killing Manuel Cordova, his wife, and six children. In Chicago an American Association of Baseball Clubs was organized to rival the National League.
Paris advices indicate the cabinet will pardon Dreyfus and the decree is to be signed September 19. The Figaro reports many army officers press for a pardon.
Gov Roosevelt sets Friday and Saturday September 20 and 30 as holidays in New York to honor Admiral George Dewey. Reports include Farnham NY fire destroying most of the business section, Key West yellow fever cases, Alger withdraws from Michigan Senate race, and other national notes.
Items note Canada bans alcohol sales at military camps, the U S Jewish population estimated at 1 043 800, and a Siam king’s order for five bicycles. Other notes include Oakland accepting Carnegie funding for a library, Judge Jackson still active at 76, and New York jury duty reform.
Bloodshed erupts in Carterville Illinois as clashes between white miners and armed black miners leave seven killed and several wounded. Governor Tanner dispatches troops, orders investigations, and pledges federal aid to restore order amid a long simmering race conflict.
Springfield Sept 18 The Illinois legislature allocated 9000 dollars for a heroic statue of Frances E Willard to be placed in the National Statuary Hall Washington D C A commission to purchase the statue is named Gov Tanner appoints Anna Gordon Evanston Mary Metzgar Moline John Mitchell Chicago W R Jewell Danville and S M D Fry Chicago as commissioners
In Cleveland on September 18 a unanimous meeting vote decided to continue the strike. About four hundred strikers attended as speakers voiced victory and the question was decided by a rising vote with all present standing.
Key West Florida September 18 physicians did not report today but many yellow fever cases are known to have occurred in the past 24 hours and one death is recorded.
The Strathcona steamer Strathana arrived in Wrangel Alaska with 67 Edmonton trail survivors most lacking funds. They will be shipped to Puget Sound at US government expense. Wagons and ambulances ordered for British needs in Toledo Ohio, to be sent with haste.
London reports indicate imminent hostilities after Kruger notes and Transvaal rejection of British suzerainty. Pretoria foresees turmoil and Boer youth demand field action while officials debate arbitration and a joint inquiry plan.
Charles A. Pillsbury the prominent Minneapolis miller died at five Sunday afternoon. Born October 3, 1842 in Warner New Hampshire he built a vast milling empire at St Anthony Falls and later joined by family partners. He retired from active management about 18 months ago and had just completed a European trip. He also served as state senator for ten years starting 1817.
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