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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1896
Page
1
In Barcelona a 15 000 strong mob protested the US Senate recognizing the Cuban provisional government as belligerents. They attacked the US consulate, stones shattered windows, police charged dispersing the crowd with several wounded but no reported deaths.
Mapro March 2 reports Spain is determined to wage war forthwith against the United States. Public opinion calls for expeditions and Cuban independence, with Barcelona crowds attacking the U S consulate though no serious injuries are noted.
Wasnixetos March 3 The Spanish government moved promptly to make amends for the Barcelona mob attack on the U S consulate and to ease tensions. A cablegram from Madrid reports deep regret and full reparation plans plus protection for the U S legation.
A government gunboat bombarded Momotombo on Lake Managua firing 10 shells after the town declared for the insurgents. Inhabitants fled the area and no landing party was sent at this time.
A gunboat crew reports ashore activity as Nagarote is seized by government forces and pushed toward further advance on surrounding towns and routes.
Monroe Mich March 3 news reached here of the cremation of a four year old boy and two girls aged two years and ten months in Bedford township. The children are the offspring of Mr and Mrs Theodore Rose whose home burned while the parents were away and the doors were locked.
CHICAGO HEIGHTS area near Crete sees a tragic coal gas incident. Fred Stuenkel and three children died. mother Kate and several others, including Hulda and infant Reneta, were dying or recovering as physicians fought to save the remaining family members. The fire-like accident left William and the others injured, with emergency aid rushed to the residence. In a separate report, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mrs. Stanford, holding stockholders not liable for Central Pacific government debt. Justice Harlan stated Congress intended a unified railroad program and that stockholder liability would hinder national highway construction.
Washington March 8 Congress endorsed Cuban belligerency with 236 to 17 in the house and 64 to 6 in the senate. Resolutions urge neutrality yet offer US good offices toward Cuban independence while noting potential US interests and calling for protection of American rights if intervention is needed. Senator Sherman criticized Spain and Weyler for abuses quoted in the debate.
A crowd of 2000 watch Fall River and New Bedford clash as the east side of the roller polo rink collapses. More than 40 injured, several seriously, with at least six described as fatally hurt yet no deaths confirmed in hospitals.
Miss Martha Overman, the first to confess as a blackmailer, told the ecclesiastical court last night that she plotted with Mrs. Davidson to ruin Dr. Brown. The confession described a calm, deliberate delivery of information and a striking manner that captivated the council.
The jury found Captain Wiberg First Mate Peterson and Second Mate Johnson guilty of violating neutrality laws by carrying an armed expedition to Cuba on the steamer Horsa. After eight hours of deliberation the verdict was returned. A new trial move was noted and the convicts were jailed pending sentence.
In Washington on February 28 the House spent the day on the legislative appropriation bill and approved an amendment to replace the compensation of United States attorneys and marshals from a fee basis to a salary system. Secretary Cox announced Senate passage of Cuban resolutions but no other action followed.
An eastbound Rock Island passenger train collided with a rear freight west of Troy Kansas. Three people died and several were injured. Victims include M A Alexander of Troy with a skull fracture W W O'Brien of Chicago with spinal injuries A Weston of St Joseph a fireman with both legs broken and critically hurt Mrs J D Williams of Troy with severe limb injuries. Six freight cars and two passenger coaches derailed and twelve hours were needed to clear the track.
A severe rainstorm across Hartford and Litchfield counties causes widespread destruction. The Pequakick river overflows and the Connecticut river swells to three times normal. Bridges wash away, tracks flood, and a Bristol dam breaks causing over 1 million dollars in damage. A fatality occurs at Brookline and rail traffic is halted.
Three hundred eleven African Americans from several Southern states embarked Sunday aboard the Laurada bound for Liberia. Thousands historically lined the Fort Jackson area to bid farewell as the ship awaited an engineer from Charleston. Whites accompanied the group: President Flamer of the International Immigration Society, his secretary, Dr. W. A. Rice, and William K. Roberts of Washington.
In Washinotos on February 2, the Senate amendments to the army appropriation bill were concurred in by the House and the bill sent to conference. Representative Lacey moved to pass over the president's veto of the lands lease bill for Arizona school lands. The motion cited constitutional conflict with the president, while Murphy claimed interior department approval. The bill passed over the veto 200 to 38.
Denver February 29 The Colorado mining stock exchange directors launched a campaign against wild cat stocks. They passed resolutions urging the public to be cautious in buying mining shares unless the mines and management are known or the stocks are listed on this or a reputable long established exchange with strict listing rules.
Butte Mont March 2 The season's coldest spell hits the state with temperatures dipping to 45 below zero in the north and east and 14 below in Butte The abrupt shift after a mild winter prompts fears for stock interests as spring prospects turn bleak and farmers brace for impact.
Denver report of February 29 states Thomas Jones an iron moulder shot Mrs. Annie Muse in the face after which he shot himself in the head dying instantly. The motive given is her refusal to marry him.
Washington March 2. To avert trouble over the unveiling of the Marquette statue in the Capitol the covering was removed Sunday and will not be replaced. The unveiling has aroused antagonism from the A P A.
Franxfort Kentucky February 29 Dr Hunter withdraws from the senatorial race leaving the contest to other candidates and prompting adjusted campaigns and expectations in the state capital.
In Mason City Iowa six local druggists were fined 400 each after being found guilty of selling liquor. In LeMars Iowa a fire destroyed the old brewery between LeMars and Remsen, believed caused by spontaneous combustion.
Des Moines Feb 28 Official returns from the First brigade of the Iowa National Guard show no election took place Monday. No ballots were cast and the vote count is zero.
Martha Ann Kelly wife of John C. Kelly publisher of the Tribune died Friday after a long painful illness. Seven children survive her.
The 22nd annual Iowa Oratorical Association contest concluded in Clear Rapids. A McLoud of Lennox won first place and earns the Iowa seat for the interstate competition.
Sioux City Feb 29 four indictments charge cashier A E Thompson of the Maurice State bank with fraudulent banking and exhibition of false assets to the bank examiner.
In Cherokee Iowa Herbert Hathaway sixteen was caught tampering with a Illinois Central train. He was held to the grand jury and committed in default of bail.
In Marion Judge Wolf's ruling from Crepar Rapids on February 29, an Australian ballot decision states the nomination caucus must represent a territory co extensive with the district where the candidate is to be voted for.
Seeding has begun a few miles northwest of Rock Rapids as farmers prepare for spring work. No snow and little rain since September have left the ground in good condition for planting.
Sioux City Iowa February 28 government thermometer marked 57 degrees the highest February reading in office history. The Missouri River is breaking up with about a two foot rise in the last 24 hours.
INDEPENDENCE IND Feb. 28 Receiver Howard of the defunct Fields National bank testified he found only 1800 dollars in cash when he assumed control. He said assets totaling 117000 dollars were in notes with little or no realizable value, leaving the bank insolvent.
Depark Rapids February 29 Frank Peltz tobacco dealer is under arrest on a charge of trying to kill George Murphy a member of an Odd Fellows committee which accused Peltz of conduct unbecoming an Odd Fellow He is believed likely to be found insane.
Dubuque Iowa March 3 The project to build a Julien Dubuque monument is now an incorporated company capitalized at 10000. Dubuque, the city founder, was the first white settler in Iowa arriving in 1788 and living until 1810.
Des Moines March 2 General J B Weaver nominated ex Governor Boies as the People's party candidate for president at a Populist meeting. Weaver acted after Boies declined to seek the Democratic nomination and endorsed free coinage of silver.
In Oresco Iowa on February 28 a purse of $200 and full gate receipts sparked a four hour draw between A H Felkey Iowa lightweight champion and W L Loveland Minnesota lightweight champion. A prior match last month also ended in a near three hour stalemate.
In Henry county near Winfield Lewis Kronngable a 48 year old German farmer with a large family has been diagnosed by local physicians as a bona fide case of leprosy after a consultation.
Iowa firm Deere Wells and Co. files a lawsuit against the Milwaukee Railroad company seeking 129000 in damages for the destruction of their storehouses and elevators by a fire in the city. The petition claims the railroad started the blaze, which consumed all property, with flames arising from burning weeds along the railroad right of way.
The Whole sale and Traveling Men's Co operative Savings Bank System of Iowa filed articles of incorporation in Sioux City with capital of 80 million dollars. Ed O'Brien, a conductor on the Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern, fell from a car at Follett striking his head and likely dying from brain concussion. He was taken home to Bennett.
Illinois Central sent colonists and farm equipment to Iowa on February 26. The largely tenant farmers from central Illinois and Chicago area aim to settle and buy farms near Fort Dodge with the machinery and stock they brought.
A. A. Bull, bound over to the O'Brien county grand jury in connection with the Maud Strawn murder at Sheldon, was released on a writ of habeas corpus signed by District Judge Ladd. He was required to sign his own $1,000 bond.
Plymouth county grand jury has indicted members of the Prairie club a LeMars social group. Indictments allege illegal sales of intoxicants. The club has closed pending investigation with officers claiming liquor is sold only to members and vowing to fight if charges stand.
Dr. J. B. Dakin, a renowned northern Iowa physician and surgeon, died at his Mason City home from blood poisoning. He began practice in 1869 after studying medicine in 1860s, served in the Civil War, completed his studies in 1866, was a former mayor, long-time supervisor, and a Thirty-second degree Mason in Indianapolis.
Jefferson February 27. The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously reverses a district court ruling, holding that a chattel mortgage can convey notes, accounts, and book debts as well as stock or real estate. Dee Davis of Scranton pledged to his brother. creditors secured notes on a scrap-paper transfer.
Chicago markets show May wheat down 4 to 67 with late weakness from drought relief and California influence. Corn and oats eased modestly as daily activity faded. provisions edged higher. Cash quotes list various wheat, corn, oats, pork and lard prices with May and July futures in mixed positions.
Souis OMAHA March 2 cattle receipts 800 steady beef steers 8.4 to 9.0 western 2.80 to 3.75 Texas 2.50 to 3.60 cows and heifers 2.50 to 3.40 canners 1.50 to 2.40 stockers 2.00 to 6.75 calves 13.00 to 25.00 bulls and stags 1.80 to 3. Hogs receipts 1000, 5 to 0 higher heavy 3.70 to 3.75 mixed 3.70 to 3.75 light pigs 3.50 to 3.70 bulk 3.70 to 3.75 Sheep receipts 100 firm natives 2.75 to 3.40 western 2.65 to 3.25 stock sheep 2.00 lambs 3.80 to 4.25.
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