28 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1902
Page
1
Bert Lund a Mason City shoemaker died instantly after a self inflicted shot, amid despondency. The report notes his consumption illness and that he travelled from Minneapolis to Mason City for treatment, with details on local officials and surrounding events across the region.
Des Moines reports show Senate debates over restricting strike injunctions with Wilson proposing a federal relations report and early adjournment aims. House moves include a murder conspiracy crime bill and salaries for supreme judges, while other measures on licensing, pensions, and education pass or stall between Feb 18 and Feb 22.
Washington reports that Secretary Long, after the Schley matter’s settlement, plans private life but will not resign immediately. Cabinet changes unlikely before Congress adjourns, possibly next autumn. Long later said no fixed leaving date and he may delay formal resignation, with the president aware of his purpose.
Washington's birthday brought a sensational melee as Senators Tillman and McLaurin clashed over charges of influence in ratifying the Paris treaty. Tillman named McLaurin amid a heated exchange. McLaurin called the remark a willful lie. They fought, blood drawn, aides intervened, and both were later declared in contempt and ordered to apologize.
Senate leaders set a final vote on the Philippine tariff bill for Monday at 4 p.m. after a week of speeches. Wellington opposed the bill citing taxation without representation and imperialist tendencies, while Stewart argued Congress' authority to govern the Philippines. House discussions on the Indian appropriation bill featured Wheeler’s controversy and rebuttals from Gillet and others.
Washington Feb 24 Republican members of the Ways and Means Committee, after several meetings this week, adopt a resolution favoring a reciprocity treaty with the Cuban republic. The plan calls for Cuba to grant immigration laws and for the U.S. to reduce duties on Cuban imports by 20 percent, with Congress to approve terms and a caucus vote to follow. The measure mirrors Rep Longs proposal but halves the concession and adds the immigration condition. The committee action came after White House talks with leaders Grosvenor Dalzell and Russell, who had opposed reciprocity, and was unanimous among Republicans.
Guayaquil police judge issues arrest for Jackson Smith, manager of J. B. McDonald Construction, to recover about 4 000 wucres via sub contractor Darquea. Critics call it an abuse of authority with no appeal, while Smith heads to work site and may be brought back. Also reports a 19 year old, George Curry Sr, shot himself after sweetheart declined him. In Washington, house committees favor statehood for New Mexico Arizona and Oklahoma.
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