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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1899
Page
3
Descriptions from Ladysmith and surrounding theatres note ongoing bombardment by naval guns and siege operations. Reports include casualties among British forces, adjustments in nativearm forces, and communications about engagements near Umbulwana hill and the riverfront.
The House, by 802 to 380, voted to appoint a special committee to investigate Brigham H. Roberts the Mormon representative elect from Utah. Roberts is excluded from proceedings and denied a seat pending the report, while most Democrats supported the resolve. The Day in the Senate notes brief session and the death of Senator-elect M. L. Hayward of Nebraska with resolutions of regret.
In Vigan, South Ilocos, about 800 insurgents attacked a 200 man American garrison, eight Americans were killed and many wounded before Filipinos were driven off. General Hughes occupies Santa Barbara and Cabatuan in Panay, extending lines 35 miles north of Iloilo with 20 towns taken and insurgents retreating to mountains.
A London dispatch estimates the Boer force facing General Buller at 15 000 to 20 000 after deductions for losses and Ladysmith. Meanwhile Ladysmith reports heavy bombardment as a naval gun silences one of the Boers big guns. General Gatacre secures corn stocks in Natal. In Chicago a rail strike collision kills the train’s motor man and injures ten others. Nebraska’s Senator Hayward dies at 6:20 a.m.
Marcus Braun won $750 against the Wagner Palace Car Company for a berth mix up on a Cleveland to New York train. Braun was moved to the smoking car after leaving his luggage, returning two hours later to find another passenger with his berth. The other passenger had a duplicate coupon, leading Braun to claim damaged feelings warrant compensation.
The house adopted a special order for currency bill consideration beginning Monday with general debate to Friday, then five minute amendments Saturday and a vote the following Monday. Democrats Populists and Silverites unite against the resolution while Republicans vote for it.
The state board of elections in Frankfort Kentucky announced that W S Taylor and the Republican ticket won based on county returns. The commissioners ruled they cannot look beyond the returns and issued certificates of election to the winners.
Fort Colborne Ont December 11 It is believed the Canadian steamer Niagara foundered on Lake Erie with all hands lost The 16 crew included Captain Henry McGlory The Niagara carried lumber and shingles from Georgian Bay to Buffalo Sightings came from Long Point amid heavy gale and snow The Orion and M T Greene arrived with wreckage reports Cape Nome plans rival Monte Carlo with $60000 investment for a gambling enterprise in Alaska, including a three story building and a special steamer for performers.
Buenos Ayres reports wheat prospects are excellent with an expected export surplus near 2,000,000 tons. Linseed is seen at about 850,000 tons and the wool clip around 225,000 tons, ensuring exportable surpluses. The Boston street repairs are conducted at night to avoid daytime traffic obstruction.
The article notes exceptionally strong conditions across Pacific Northwest industries this fall with deferred agricultural, railroad, harbor, and mining projects. It predicts no idle men in winter or next summer as demand for labor remains high and wages rise, with skilled workers less needed but abundant opportunities for seasonal labor. It also highlights Lt. James N. Munro of the Fourth U.S. Cavalry, famed for a Philippines mission and known in Walla Walla for his flair and rise from West Point.
Heavy shipments of railroad iron have been sent to Seattle for Alaska work. White Pass & Yukon contracts call for 4,000 tons of rails to move from Seattle to Skagway and Lake Bennett, adding to 7,500 tons already purchased and en route. Rails will extend the White Pass line from Lake Bennett to Closeleigh on Fifty-mile river, four miles below the White Horse rapids.
The Northern Pacific plans a double train service between St Paul and the coast commencing next April. Officials say heavy traffic requires this to maintain schedule times. An authoritative statement backs earlier rumors of the doubled service as the solution to current bottlenecks. Northwest Notes.
Governor Brady of Alaska urges statehood and creation of government structures while pushing federal ownership and branding to protect fur seals. The 57 page report highlights gold quartz mining progress near Treadwell Juneau Ketchikan and Unga Island, and notes extensive cod fisheries and a large Alaska coast bank. It details mining schemes in Index and adjacent camps, tramways, mills, and ore bodies with high grade bornite, copper and silver.
Bradstreet's weekly trade review notes strength in overall price levels with weakness in farm staples like wheat and corn due to weak foreign demand and ample supplies. Provisions retreat on higher hog receipts, woolen goods rise, and raw wool gains pace. Coffee prices inch up on Brazilian crop damage and carryover stocks amid robust hardware demand and hopeful spring trade. Wheat shipments total 3,699,490 bushels. US failures rise to 171. Canada 25.
Seattle market data list new onions at 1.00 to 1.25 per sack and potatoes at 16 to 20 dollars. Beets carrots parsnips cauliflower and cabbage priced per sack or per dozen. Fruits and dairy items with varied box and pound rates. hay millstuff feed and flour prices also shown.
Readable market roundup listing Portland and San Francisco prices for wheat, barley, flour, oats, hay, butter, eggs, cheese, poultry, potatoes, vegetables, hops, wool, mutton, hogs, beef, veal, and related products. Includes per ton, per pound, per sack, and per dozen figures with multiple varieties and regional quotes.
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