Did You Ever Hit the Nail on the Head
A terse reflective line contrasts a murder heart with an Arnica Bandage on a finger and notes a striking difference in nails, suggesting a sharp, allegorical observation.
17 Jun 1895
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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1895
Page
1
A terse reflective line contrasts a murder heart with an Arnica Bandage on a finger and notes a striking difference in nails, suggesting a sharp, allegorical observation.
A humorous warning leads into a sales notice for the Columbian Garland Steel Range praising its build quality and features. The Portable Aerated Oven can be removed for repairs and cleaning and keeps fresh heated air circulating to prevent drying meats and improve results, with more reasons to buy teased for in-person viewing.
Treasury receipts for June show no improvement over May as customs and internal revenue stay near last month’s levels. First half June totals: customs 0,224,725 and internal revenue 5,107,055, with a year to date deficit around 5,200,030. No expectation of an extra congressional session or additional bond issues before December. Gold reserve about 99.5 million dollars. cash balance near 184 million. The syndicate’s treaty obligation to shield gold from export withdrawals remains in effect until October 1, with about 7.5 million still owed on the contract and bond deliveries tied to gold deposits.
New York reports the formal opening of the Harlem ship canal linking the Hudson to Long Island Sound. Governors Morton and Werts attend with staff, plus mayors of New York, Brooklyn, Jersey City, Yonkers, Mount Vernon, and others. A grand marine parade and land procession mark the ceremony.
In Indianapolis on June 17 a year old son of Hugo Miller secretary of the International Typographical Union was shot and killed by picnickers shooting at a target. The killing was purely accidental.
J G Leonard a leading Orranxo businessman was taken to the state hospital for the insane after his finances suffered reverses. The move comes as his mental state deteriorates amid financial losses.
Stillwater Minnesota reports the death of William H Noonan at 85 years old. He arrived in the city in the 1930s and lived there for many decades.
St. Louis June 17 The Butchers' and Packers' magazine quotes scarce cattle supply due to disappearing ranges. Articles in leading New York and Chicago papers reference the issue and discuss impacts on markets and prices.
Captain Woodson, acting Indian agent at Darlington Oklahoma, enforces civil marriage rites among Cherannees and Arapahoes. Indians from all quarters travel to be married by him after his order emphasizing civil rites. One couple celebrated 60 years of prior marriage. many Christianized Indians remarry under religious rites, led by Paul Goodbear, a Presbyterian preacher. About 100 couples expected.
A head end collision at Yemasse on the Charleston and Savannah line at 1:05 am left locomotives wrecked and engineer William Black with a broken leg. Four unknown colored tramps were killed, mail cars shredded, clerks C F Crow and J P Beard escaped injury, passengers shaken but unharmed. Relief from Savannah with doctors Charlton and Duncan aided the injured. wreck blamed on operator negligence.
Milwaukee officials including Gustav Pabst and Pabst Brewery Secretary Henning refute Ethelbert Stewart's United States Labor Department charges that Milwaukee bottling plants employ children and tolerate drunkenness and immorality. They say no one under 14 is employed and workers only paste labels, with foremen safeguarding propriety. The unions and public inspections are asserted to prove the allegations false.
News from Formosa reports Black Flags threaten serious trouble. Foreigners on the island are in critical condition. British cruiser Spartan lands marines and Rainbow sails to the scene of disturbance.
Wortsrsetos Minn June 17 Jacob Larson of Sioux Valley township Jackson county was murdered for his money about 500 dollars secured police seek motive and suspect in the crime in Jackson county era newspaper report
The United States cruiser Marblehead drew large crowds at the harbor on June 17, being the great attraction as locals visited and admired the vessel, with thousands in attendance.
W. W. Taylor ex-South Dakota treasurer did not meet reporters at the Palmer House and left on the 6:10 Northwestern to Pierre. Brother H A. Taylor said Taylor refused interviews and would surrender to authorities, after weeks evading detectives. He stayed briefly at the Palmer under an assumed name and consulted with Attorney General Crawford and D. K. Tenny about terms of his return.
Democrats in Kentucky held precinct mass meetings to select delegates for the county conventions in Louisville. Delegates in Jefferson County favor Clay for governor and sound money, with many also backing Harrn. Both Clay and Tardin voiced cautious optimism as the state convention’s direction remains unsettled until county actions finalize opinions.
Sioux City reports a Winnebago influx from Nebraska selling gooseberries causing a large drunken camp. About 100 individuals established tents in the east part of the city, drank heavily, and authorities ordered their departure but refrain from force due to their numbers.
In Grand Rapids on June 17 a crowd gathered near the abandoned Chicago and West Michigan bridge when the foot passenger section near the east end gave way, plunging a number of people about fifteen feet. Railway workers and bystanders assisted the injured as emergency crews arrived.
Oscar Rhea, a Raymond township farmer, died after an operation at Dr. Thor Moeller’s hospital. His sister alleged malpractice and requested an inquest after Dr. Carpenter was not called. A dozen or more people were precipitated to rocks but no one killed, several injured.
June 17 report from Grand Forks North Dakota lists D S Stewart cashier at the Great Northern freight office missing after buying a bank draft for 800 on St Paul. He was well regarded locally. In Denver June 17 United States Judge Hallet signed foreclosure and sale order in Central Trust Company of New York vs Denver City Cable Railway Company. Damages set at 5 662 142.07 as part of the corporate plan.
In Owensboro Kentucky on June 17 a 30 foot span steel bridge collapsed after two main bolts were missing. A traction engine and thresher caused the fall, killing James White and fatally injuring Thomas Rouse of Leightown near the scene.
Florence Indiana June 17. The dispute between the Florence Iron and Steel company and its employees was settled with the company paying a portion of wages owed. The mill will resume operations at once with 250 workers returning.
Rumor says China has not agreed to the loan, fearing guarantee terms could hinder securing funds for indemnity. Meanwhile, a cable from Minister Denby reports Chinese riots at Cheng Tung caused little damage to American mission property and no injuries to Americans.
A dispatch from Odessa quoted in The Chronicle says Russia will enjoy a splendid cereal harvest this year nearly matching the 1893 abundance. Rye crop especially robust, signaling strong overall production.
Fort Sirs June 17 Mrs Kittering a young Colorado migrant from 1894 stands trial for the murder of her elderly husband who had life insurance valued at $20,000 payable to her.
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