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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1889
Page
2
A report notes the death of Allen Thorndyke Rice in New York City from throat trouble as he was preparing for a post abroad. The article details his illness, last moments, and departure plans, with weather and travel updates intermingled with narrative.
News from PontLask Oregon May 16 states the steamer Alaskan belonging to the Oregon Railway and Navigation company foundered off Cape Blanco. The captain, mate, pilot, test officer and eleven crew were rescued by the tug Vigilante and later taken to Astoria aboard the steamer Columbia. Forty four persons were aboard. many escaped in boats as the vessel foundered. The Vigilante rescued Captain Howes and his party, while Captain Tiller and others were picked up by the steamer Columbia. The fate of some crew remains unknown. hope remains for all aboard. The Alaskan was built in 18 for the Oregon company, formerly commanded by Captain Reed & Son, and served off the northwest coast before the disaster.
A chaotic May 11 report from Chicago describes an asylum investigation into infant care conditions. Details allege poor food quality, crowded wards, and staff failures prompting court scrutiny and an official inquiry.
The Supreme convention of the Select Knights completed a session amid major changes. A resolution by Mr. Cole of Nebraska admitted nonmembers, renaming the group Select Knights of America. the Chicago site for the next session was set, bylaws updated, and military features retained. The Reynolds court martial issued verdicts with Reynolds found not guilty of certain charges yet censured, and sentenced for others. The Titusville hearing covered rail rate disputes involving Western New York Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania railways, with testimony on discrimination and price fixing. A separate incident at the Hotel Barnett in Wellston involved an insane assault man and police response, while wellsons mercy moves discussed amnesty for deserters.
A German youth Richard Boecker was arrested in Atlasy New York after a court heard a German language pistol duel challenge to financier Henry Villard. The letter demanded a duel within three weeks with pistols at ten paces. Boecker, deranged in appearance, admitted sending the challenge and was jailed pending grand jury action.
Senator Hampton's address signals wartime resolve as he denounces German aggression and calls for unity. He laments fallen soldiers, urging citizens to honor them and endure hardships, while praising allies and urging continued support for wartime measures. The speech unfolds amid national debate on conscription and civil rights during the conflict.
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