31 Dec 1891
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1891
Page
1
The text promises an authoritative 1892 publication series on psychical science and world women, featuring essays by leading thinkers. It highlights a brilliant, powerful set of papers on women, plus popular topics, biographies, short stories, and a master spirit guiding each department with illustrated pages and autographs.
An ornate portfolio featuring autographs is offered for sale at four dollars. The seller notes an extra twenty cents to cover packing and postage, and provides sample copies of Tar Agks4 for cents to promote the item.
News from Monterey says General Lorenzo Garcia, northern Mexico commander, was murdered by his own troops who then defected to the revolutionists crossing into Texas near Rema and Carrisa. The Mexican army’s private soldiers are described as convicts and sympathizers. Governor Reize reports telegraphic communication with President Diaz. Frontier disturbances grow as troops move toward Nuevo Leon, straining rail transport and sending garrisons to Nuevo Laredo along the Rio Grande.
Dec. 31 reports an impending general court martial at Cleveland to try Major Lewis C. Overman of the engineer corps on charges of irregularity in accounts tied to government fund collections. Also noted is a hunting accident in Dumont Ta where Elisha Hanns walt, nine, died after a gun discharged from a wagon muzzle.
A Washington dispatch reports a version of the presidential situation in 1892. Blaine would refuse the nomination if Frances would not be a candidate, delaying Blaine’s decision. Physicians say Blaine would run only with their consent and if health permits, with a late May word to accept.
A severe storm packs wrecking winds across the region destroying buildings and downing wires. Falls City Oregon reports multiple buildings ruined while snow drifts measure feet and power lines fail as the storm persists with heavy rainfall and widespread disruption.
An Indiana air land railroad from Anthersox to Waveland is nearly abandoned as Madison, Samiltra and Esone counties seize rolling stock to cover unpaid taxes. Only Passenger Agent Patentist remains along the line, powerless to act. Poor management is blamed for the crisis.
United States forces at Fort Ringgold near Brownsville brace for a possible engagement after Captain Bourke reports Catarina Garza leading rebels north of Lowena ranch. Hardie and Brooks command small detachments while Langhorne’s unit moves to join Bourke, with scarce telegraph lines hindering updates.
Washington December 31. There is little information from departments about the Titan situation. Secretary Tracy meets with Al Cramp the ship builder who spends time but leaves. Montt at noon in the state department. Blaing remains. Valparaiso dispatches suggest British influence seeks concessions from Chile to avoid conflict. Britain’s envoy pressed conciliatory action. Navy prepares naval attach reports on Chilean actions abroad and their study at the department. No decisive note from South American republics. Ships afloat resemble New York in size.
Waterloo Iowa December reports a court ruling upholding a railroad alignment involving the Chicago St. Paul and Kansas City line and historic tax support for constructing tracks. The decision centers on bond safety and prior arrangements with Wisconsin Town and Nebraska and the county's steel aid commitments.
In San Antonio Texas the San Antonio and Arkansas Pass railroad system remains completely tied up as joint receivers Yoakum and Nemara plan to move trains with non union crews. Striking Western Union operators refuse dispatch duties for receivers and officials of the Arkansas Pass road, creating widespread disruption in rail service.
In Arroles Parish Louisiana a race riot erupted after the arrest of a negro Harris for a minor offense. Harris fired on deputies wounding them. Deputies and posse returned fire wounding a white man and others. About 150 whites gathered, aiming to lynch the suspects as the blacks surrendered to the sheriff.
The Southern Pacific telegraphers have won their dispute. General Manager Towne agreed to switch down the omnibus affidavit and reinstate about three quarters of the striking operators. The conflict arose over a man signing the document not belonging to the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Trainmen threatened a general strike in support.
The article notes repeated assertions that Italy and the United States agreed to an indemnity for Italian victims in New Orleans, with accusations that Radin administration desks push concessions to soothe Italian diplomacy. It also reports Bath Iron Works saying no Navy Department notice arrived to rush Monterey armor, and no signals of imminent war with Chile.
Rev. L BP Ludden reports eleven counties have pledged grain for famine relief. Each will provide one car of corn and he plans to ship up to 100 cars of Nevrasis corn to New York by mid January aboard the Constellation. An unrelated arrest breaks a post office theft ring in Ashton.
In a December 31 ruling Judge Smith of the city judicial court grants a divorce to Louis Bernard of Mayence Germany a renowned landscape painter. Bernard cited reasons for his separation and will return to Germany promptly.
NEW YORK Dec 31 taking of evidence in the Blaine Jr divorce case was resumed before Referee Lord. Despite efforts by Blaine2 and friends to derail proceedings she will return to South Carolina where she expects the divorce will be granted. Was Nixon December 41 The American Forestry association met at the department of agriculture heard committee reports and elected officers A memorial to the president was adopted urging establishment of numerous forest reserves.
A Beebe bar fire damaged the Lordsr2st of Lewis and J and its aftermath includes claims of incendiary origin. Thompson's motel and nearby stables suffered losses as Tommy Bryan and Danny Needham face a $54 forfeit by telegraph. The bout history notes Canfornia and Pacific lines bidding for the fight in San Francisco.
Burliston Illinois December 31 The china ware firm of James H Peterson & Co of this city has an assignee The liabilities are nearly 1000000
Dec 31 reports the Chitten Den hotel and Neal House crowded with politicians and statesmen as senatorial matters dominate discussion amid a bustling political scene.
Paris dispatch reports a Minsk Smolensk express colliding with a troop train. Twenty killed and a hundred injured amid chaotic wreckage. Details unclear after terse military transport crash report.
A garbled verse from New Orleans Picayune depicts a girl rising early for coffee and bread, fixing socks, and tidying a lodge, with unclear references to tasks and a vender kiss at town.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.