Allison Meeting Shows Unanimous Support for Allison
The Iowa Republican state convention erupted in enthusiastic support for Allison as the chosen candidate for president. Governor Drake urged unanimous adoption of resolutions, while delegates and thousands in attendance hailed Allison with cheers and a tiger. Dolliver opened proceedings as temporary chair, highlighting Allison’s long congressional record.
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United States
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Iowa
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St. Louis
James 8. Clarkson
D. B. Henierson
John H. Gear
W. P. Hepburn
Congress
Kansas for McKinley at Republican State Convention
Wichita March 12 Republican state convention endorses McKinley for president. Cyrus Leland chairs the meeting with Albert H. Horton elected chairman by acclamation. The platform defends the current Democratic administration, favors a protective tariff, and pledges support for McKinley.
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R. B. Hayes
Ohio
Sherman
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Chicago
Wichita
Kan
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State Central Committee
Albert H. Horton
Inthorne McKinley
Reorganization Plan for Northern Pacific Circulated
A New York circular signed by J P Morgan Co Drexel Co and Deutsche Bank outlines a plan to reorganize the Northern Pacific Railroad. It proposes 100 year 4 percent gold bonds of 140 million secured by a mortgage, 150 year 8 percent bonds of 60 million, 76 million preferred stock, and 80 million common stock with five voting trustees controlling. A syndicate of 45 million aims to provide cash for working capital and 50 million for property improvements and enlargement.
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New York
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Philadelphia
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George Siemens
August Belmont
Johnston Livingston
Charles Lanier
Riots Prompt Governor Bradley to Halt Violence with Militia
A Kentucky capital riot triggered Governor William O Bradley to call out the militia after threats to seize the state house. McCreary Guards, 62 strong, took custody of the building as martial law began. State guards surrounded the capitol, with reinforcements arriving from Lexington and Louisville to prevent further unrest.
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Franklin County
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Jim Williams
Eph Lillard
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Lexington
Louisville Legion
McCurdy Elected Commander of Minnesota G A R
J J McCurdy won the Minnesota Grand Army of the Republic commander post by a 20 vote margin over Mullen of Wabasha. Assistant Adjutant General Mertz appointment was the first act of the new commander. Elisha Wool and J J Dodge named senior and junior vice commanders. Carrie A Fletcher elected department president of the Ladies G A R, and Marie Hazenwinkle became president of the Woman's Relief Corps.
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Long Prairie
J. J. Dodge
Janesville
G. A. BR
Carrie A. Fletcher
Minneapolis
Woman's Relief Corps
Marie Hazenwinkle
St. Paul
NO CHANGE OF DATE OPPOSED BY GRAND ARMY COMMITTEE
St Paul March 14 local committee of the national Grand Army encampment opposes delaying the date as General Walker suggested. They cite the upcoming state fair preparations and the use of schoolhouses in the first week of September as reasons. The change will probably not be adopted.
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Milwaukee Road grants cent rate for encampment travel
The Milwaukee Road has declared it will grant a one cent per mile rate for travel to the G A R encampment in St Paul this September, along with an 80 day time limit requested by the organization. A separate note: naval budget seeks 340000 for converting ships to ready status if needed. Also reports Canada exports wheat via rail and Bermuda sails to Vera Cruz after seizure. British Egyptian troops prepare to advance from Wady Halfa toward Dongola.
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No Settlement Yet on Venezuelan Boundary Question
March 14 report states no settlement reached on the Venezuelan boundary dispute despite contrary publications. Authorities expect a peaceful, satisfactory outcome, possibly via direct talks between Great Britain and Venezuela, a Venezuelan boundary commission, or other means, with end conditions still distant and uncertain.
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Great Britain
Venezuela
Political Proceedings and Contested Seats in March
A compact recap of Senate and House actions from March 6 to March 13. Topics include Cuban relations and resolutions, the Dupont election case, the post office bill and its watchman provision, divorce residence requirements, the Aldrich Robins contest, and the Alabama Robbins-Aldrich seat outcome. Senator Cockrell spoke on the silver question and the chamber adjourned to Monday.
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Alabama
Aldrich
New Commanders Named for Salvation Army in America
Commissioner Hya Booth has been superseded as commander in America by the appointment of Mr. and Mrs. Booth-Tucker. A memorial hall meeting heard of the London cablegram announcing the change, relieving her from command as Ballington Booth leads a separate movement.
Massacres Reported by Spanish Troops In Cuba
A Republic special from New York cites Havana dispatches describing Spanish soldiers killing six Cuban boys on a public road near Havana province and shooting 14 non-combatants at Palmas de Pedros. In Artemisa women were violated and girls detained, with two young women dying by suicide the day after. Two protesting old men were killed. News also notes a government victory at Metapa near Matagalpa, Nicaragua.
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New York
Havana
Key West
Palmas de Pedros
Perdome
United States
Artemisia
Minneapolis Grain Market Report March 16 1805
Market notes from Minneapolis and St Paul report wheat futures with March at 1874¢ and July 394e, various No 1 Northern and hard ranges, plus prices for oats and corn. Livestock bids show hogs stronger, cattle and sheep steady, with lambs fattening and muttons around 3.29 to 2.00. Chicago yard quotes include hogs bid up to 4.15 and cattle values across multiple classes.
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