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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1899
Page
5
President McKinley sent the senate the nomination of Rear Admiral George Dewey to be admiral in the navy under the new grade. Brig. Gen. Elwell Otis was nominated to be a major general by brevet to rank from February 4, 1899, for distinguished service in the Philippine islands. The senate confirmed both nominations.
A prominent Tammany politician says William Jennings Bryan has not been and will not be invited to the Democratic club dinner on April 1 honoring Thomas Jefferson. It is noted that invited speakers will favor expansion and ignore the free silver issue.
Benton Harbor Mich March 6 The smallpox scare in the county grows with a second case in the Jordan home near the city Miss Jordan was a roommate of Mary Whitmore who first fell ill in Watervliet and both worked at the Watervliet paper mill where the disease is thought to have been contracted.
C N Haskell, railroad magnate, in Toledo says he is a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor but will not abandon active railroad work to pursue the nomination.
Bloomington Ill March 6 Mrs Eliza A Stevenson aged nanogenarian mother of the former vice president is still alive but friends have given up all hope her ailment is pneumonia induced by grip
Washington reports Winfield Scott Schley rises to tenth among rear admirals while W T Sampson falls to twelfth after naval promotions. The Navy bill creates eighteen rear admirals with retirements shifting ranks, potentially altering future honors and rewards for wartime service.
Ten thousand coal miners in the Northern Illinois field near a strike as they demand a four cent wage raise. The state convention adjourned after discussions on the scale with arbitration urged and a joint conference set for today. The action affects Will Grundy La Salle Peoria Tazewell Marshall and part of Woodford counties.
In Washington Indiana on March 6 an accord ended the long miners strike after about two years. The agreement requires Cabel & Co to follow the Chicago national agreement, pay for removing dead dirt, and install one and one fourth inch screens replacing the prior one and a half inch screens.
Maj. Jesse Lee of the Ninth Infantry was formally presented as counsel for Gen. Miles to the army court of inquiry and cross examined witnesses. Friday's testimony produced more complaints about canned roast beef from Cuban campaign volunteers, though other ration articles drew few criticisms.
London March 6 The Daily Graphic reports Sir Claude MacDonald acting on Lord Salisbury's orders notified the tsung-li-yamen that Great Britain will enforce the contract terms of the recent railway loan and assist China against any attempt to repudiate her obligations.
Funeral services for Bishop Vertin held in Marquette with Archbishop Kafzer of Milwaukee presiding. Bishop Messmer of Green Bay delivered the sermon detailing the bishop’s life.
Des Moines Iowa March 6 The Republican state central committee decided to hold the next state convention at Des Moines on August 9. The representation ratio remains the same giving the convention about 1 300 delegates.
New York March 6 reports that Mr Kipling has recovered from his disease. Careful nursing remains essential as rapid convalescence is not anticipated. He remains weak though his mind stays clear.
The armored cruiser Brooklyn has orders to sail at once from Havana to Hampton Roads to transport Rear-Admiral Schley to Europe.
London report says Agoncillo and the Labrador passengers landed at Skerryvore lighthouse remain confined by heavy weather and rough seas.
Madrid March 6 The queen regent summoned Senor Silvela to form a ministry and he accepted the task.
The Senate at 4 o'clock this morning adopted the conference report on the river and harbor bill. It now goes to the House for final action as part of the appropriations process. Friday actions and long filibuster attempts are noted in the legislative summary from Washington dated March 6.
Washington March 6 The expenditures of the Fifty fifth Congress are itemized by department with totals for each area. Major sums appear in Diplomatic and consular Fortifications Legislative and other categories including Postoffice and River and harbor plus miscellaneous and permanent appropriations. The last year’s total stands at 893 231 615 with 16 000 009 shown in other lines.
In Washington on March 6 the Senate passed the National White Cross of America incorporation bill and moved to conference on the sundry civil and river and harbor measures. Debates included Cuba occupation provisos and extra pay for Spanish-American War veterans as the Navy reorganization approvals were confirmed in executive session.
In a Friday session the House reported and agreed to most conference amendments on the sundry civil bill, insisting on all unsettled amendments except two. One exception blocked authorizing the cable to Hawaii. Representative Densmore urged a declaration of U S policy toward the Philippines as outlined by President McKinley. A further conference was set.
The House discussed a criminal code for Alaska as the conference reports on several measures were filed. Debate over armor pricing failed to pass a $200 per ton amendment, with armor set at $300 preferred by some members. The army appropriation, sundry civil, and Pacific cable bills advanced or sent to conference as sessions adjourned and resumed.
Washington officials study the army reorganization bill aiming for rapid implementation. The 35 000 volunteers clause allows natives of Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines to serve in their regions, but the War Department prefers units led by white enlistees with native personnel in limited roles.
Washington on March 6 reports the president is earnestly considering the course for the omnibus claims bill. No final conclusion has been reached and a veto message or a pocket veto is among the possibilities.
The treaty ratifies extradition cooperation with Mexico and includes a retroactive clause to cover cases that might not have been punishable under the old treaty due to lapse. It aims to close gaps and ensure enforceable extraditions across the border.
Washington report states Leader Bai ley has retired from the field and will not accept the nomination for speaker in the next House from the Democratic Party.
Washington March 4 Samuel J Barrows nomination to be Librarian of Congress was reported unfavorably by the senate committee on library a setback for supporters and a possible hurdle for confirmation proceedings.
In Indianapolis on March 6 the Indiana senate clashed as Senator Charles P. Drummond struck by a reporter from the Indianapolis Sentinel. The reporter was expelled by resolution. House passed a board of education reorganization bill adding three governor appointees including a county superintendent. The Winfield anti trust bill died in the house, killing any anti trust law this session. Governor signed county government reorganization, county councils, machine voting, and Indianapolis street railway franchise bills. The governor’s midnight bill rule was reconsidered and he will accept bills until midnight tonight.
The prince of Wales paid a formal call on President Loubet at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Friday March 6.
Madrid authorizes Gen. Rios to offer two million dollars for the release of 8,000 Spanish prisoners in the Philippines and asks whether religious orders will contribute more. The archbishop says no funds exist. The public demands government action while the front remains quiet and an armored launch shells rebel trenches near Guadalupe church.
Otis dispatches from Manila state insurgents have not taken any American prisoners of war. Three insurgent soldiers captured near Cavite and Caloocan are being pursued and funded. Since February 4, over 1,500 insurgents have been captured and most are held as prisoners of war.
Market report from Chicago shows slim cattle and sheep receipts but weak demand. Early hog prices were firm, later trade slow with a 5 cent decline. heavy sheep and yearlings under pressure, lambs slow at week’s lows. Week totals: 41 569 cattle, 158 453 hogs, 59 989 sheep.
Berlin letter profiles Adolf Menzel as Emperor William I’s art adviser and Germany’s master historical painter. At 84 he remains witty and discerning as Berlin marks his eightieth birthday with a surprise by six Frederick the Great era soldiers and the Berlin Academy honors a new portrait statue by Karl Pracht.
The US gunboat Concord reaches Manila after a week cruising Luzon coast. The sole incident was the burning of a rebels supply schooner at Dagupan, after which locals fled and abandoned the town upon the gunboat’s arrival.
RUSH OF NEW BILLS Springfield March 6. The Illinois legislature held a quiet Friday session with only up to twenty five members in the house and two senators in the senate. It was the last day for floor introductions with 654 bills filed so far and 696 by adjournment. The house and senate adjourned until 5 p m Monday.
Michigan defeated the University of Pennsylvania in a first ever western victory over an eastern college. Michigan's team was Martin Henry Carmody Leroy Allen Wilson and Frank Dwight Eaman. Pennsylvania's lineup included James Whitford Riddle Roland Sleetor Morris and William Harvey Allen.
Governor Friday deposited the Indianapolis street railroad bill with the secretary of state without his signature, making it a law despite no endorsement. Interested parties say the new company will act promptly under this authority.
Washington reports the United States government offers a warship to convey the late Lord Herschell’s remains to England, signaling deep sympathy between the two nations and the Lord’s family.
The worsted manufacturers completed the first step toward uniting the wool trade by forming the American Woolen company with a capital stock of 50 million dollars. The move follows Friday's agreement to consolidate interests across the industry.
Admiral Montejo and Cavite arsenal commander in Madrid have been incarcerated in military prison awaiting trial for their conduct at Manila.
Madison March 6 The assembly rejected Jacobs bill to allow ward formation with 500 residents in cities under special charter. A constitutional amendment to create an inferior appellate court was adopted in the senate. Hoehle's memorial for postal savings banks was postponed amid opposition attributed to bankers. He cited cases of misused money orders and bond purchases. The memorial rests until Monday evening.
The river and harbor conferees report near agreement on the Nicaragua canal provision. They propose altering the clause and allocating 1 million dollars for a presidentially directed examination of all routes. The commission will report to Congress and no construction work is authorized yet.
John Wilson Drury aged 85 died in Rhinebeck New York. He was a close friend of Stephen A Douglas and Samuel J Tilden. Drury moved to Illinois in 1840, rose as a jurist and was elevated to judge. He served as an original director and longtime attorney for the Chicago and Rock Island railroad.
In South Lancaster Massachusetts on March 4 the world conference of Seventh Day Adventists elected officers yesterday with Elder G. A. Erwin named president Elder J. A. Hooper secretary and Elder A. G. Adams treasurer all from Michigan.
Lowell Mass March 6 operatives of all cotton mills in the city have been notified that an advance in wages restoring the January 1898 reduction will take effect April 3.
Paris March 4 The senate chose M. Fallier as president by 151 votes to 85 against M. Constans. The vote confirms Fallier in the top post amid political maneuvering within the chamber.
Cuban sanitary authorities began a crackdown on housing cattle in Havana dwellings. Hundreds of milk cows were driven from Prado residences and most were sold for 150 to 210 dollars each. Buyers plan to move them to the country amid harsh conditions described for the animals.
A Moscow club staged a Tolstoi comedy with the author promising to attend. A peasant in sheepskin bypassed a policeman at the door and was tossed into the snow before the count revealed himself and allowed entry. The master’s scene drew the count’s criticism.
A terse reflection on a boastful man who errs openly versus the prudent figure who avoids risk. The contrast frames folly in action against cautious restraint, suggesting merit in measured choices over reckless overconfidence.
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