End of Century Trade Analysis Highlights 1900 Exports Rise
Washington reports Frank Hitchcock notes extraordinary growth in U S agricultural trade in 1900. Domestic exports more than doubled since 1800, with sugar hides wool and cotton top items. Imports remained heavy in agricultural products, while corn exports surged and wheat shipments declined.
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Washington
Frank Mi Hitchcock
Agricultural Department
United States
Lincs
Carin
Sears
neMt
Sup Itatore
Senator Towne's Toga in Question
Washington news notes a senate seat dispute after Governor Minnesota certifies Clapp as elected. Towne allegedly drew salary Wednesday until Clapp’s certificate, prompting a question over the legality of his continued tenure. The issue centers on recognition and a recently introduced resolution.
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Washington
Towne
Senate
Clapp
Minnesota
Bennett
Counting the Votes at Convention With Mine Workers
A fragmented report notes the United Mine Workers convention ready to report with ten delegates and an executive host. Virginia, A Henry W Stevenson, and others are referenced as defeated or involved in committee actions on constitution and delegate reception.
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United ‘Mine Workers of
Anthe
Mitenett
A. Henry W. Stevenson
Virginia
Committee On Constitution
Jockey Buchanan Retained Amid Turbulent Racing News
In San Francisco The Call reports jockey Willie Hutcherson backed to ride in England's Victoria Cup while California scientists plan a June expedition to Alaska's Mount Pair Weather glacier to study a mirage dubbed the Silent City. Observers note notable figures including Tom Holstelt and Ambrose Imemers among others.
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Victoria
California
Mount Pair Weather Glacier
Alaska
Towne to Speak on Philippines Policy in Senate Debates
Minnesota junior Senator Towne will deliver his sole senate address on government of the Philippines, as war revenue, ship subsidy, and Philippine questions dominate the week. Senator Aldrich plans to push the war revenue bill early, with limited time for other measures, while the Indian appropriation bill also gains attention after Towne's remarks.
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Washington
Senate
Towne
Philippines
Minnesota
Tate Commission
Aldrich
House Forecasedom: Appropriation Bills Dominate Session
Washington notes the House will focus on appropriation bills with seven of fourteen passed and three more reported to committees. Remaining measures include army naval consular sundry civil and general judiciary departments. Expect debates over revenue and postal committee reports as currency and gold issues loom.
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Washington, Jan
House
Academy
Harbor
Army
Ney
Revenue En
Wien
London Stock Market Faces Mixed Week After War News
London stock market showed a mixed week with some gains in rail and utility shares while overall sentiment remained cautious. Investors awaited Emperor William's visit as a potential sign of peace amid uncertain domestic and international conditions, with several major issues posting modest advances and some declines.
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Ndon, Jan
Threin South Afric
Willian
Tanredignouth
Milwaukee
T Dainte
Milneis Central
Northern Pacific
Kancay &Penas
New York Central
Wabash
Markets Rally as Government Bonds Draw Investors
Trade in Frankfurt and Berlin reflects strong demand for government securities and American railway shares. Weeklong gains exceed one percent as public preference shifts toward government bonds, warming investor sentiment and boosting market activity.
Funeral of Corporal John Hendrickson in Philipsburg
Special dispatch reports the funeral of Corporal John Hendrickson held in Philipsburg with military honors. The procession, led by the Philipsburg band, included city officials and relatives. Hendrickson, born in Finland in 1876, served in the Montana regiment and U.S. Infantry before drowning in 1900 near the Philippines while returning from a scouting party. His body arrived from Manila, delayed by health issues.
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H. G. Wakefield
Episcopal Church
Remaina
Philipsburg Band
Beiale
Olt Orporal
Ith
Ted States Infantry
Henry Hermanson
Fineland
Manila
Statesmen Escaped From Burning Hotel
A fire at Willard hotel near a new block under construction driven by flames confined to a single room and adjacent halls. About 50 guests, including Congressmen Crumpacker and Dovener, escaped unharmed though some were frightened. Edward J. Gibson, William H. Gibson, and others aided wives to safety while top-floor residents were alerted by Edward Mills.
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Gan
Occu Willard’ Hotel
Crumpacker
Indiana
Ron
West Virginia
Louisiana
Dovener
Edward H. Milles
East St. Louis
Tod Chbure
Iilinvie
Ealward J. Gibeon
Philadelphia Press
William H. Gibson
The
Lind Warehouse Company
New York
and . C. Wells
Underwood
Thomas Underwood
MacGinniss Hopes Collapse as Bills Rise in Montana House
Helena dispatch reports no senator likely this week while Frank gains a few votes but remains far from election. MacGinniss forces claim hope yet aim unclear. The house calls a busy week with Powell county bill possible and several bills to committee of the whole. Senate has business in hand and may send bills to the governor. The halfway mark approaches as steering committee looms and veteran members predict a loud showdown.
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Standard
Helena
Jan
Frank
MacGinniss
Powell County
House
Senate
Mrs Nation addresses Topeka audiences on temperance
Topeka Kansas January 21 Mrs Nation spoke at United Brethren and First Christian churches outlining her crusade and urging men to vote while women gain rights via ballots She plans to address the Kansas W C T U meeting and possibly the state legislature to push temperance action. A broader dispatch notes a heavy gale off the northern channel coast causing several small boats to be lost near Paris and St Vincent Italy with reports unclear beyond that.
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Topeka
Kan
Nation Daresreri Marke
United Brethren
First Christian Churches
Nation
Prenmeh
Paris
Helena Sessions Watchful Vetton Described in Frayed Text
A fragmented account portrays Vetton as a constant attendant at Helena sessions. He is a silent figure who watches the hall, deaf to passersby, with solemn eyes that seem to search for something unseen while guarding the senatorial situation.
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Helena
Hall of Law
Towship of Cavour Disables Engines at Sea
A damaged British steamer Cavour left Tavertol dan for Tavertol dan with engines disabled. The vessel is at latitude 40 degrees north and longitude 2 west, awaiting repair at sea after efforts to tow began on January 2.
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Cavour
Tavertol Dan
Small Boer Victories Report From Pretoria Dispatch
A Pretoria London dispatch dated January 3 outlines several engagements as the most notable of a wider clash. Cunningham fought Delarey at Middelfontein and Kopperfontein. Hasington moved from Venterpulp, the Boers retreating west after threatening the gin tank. Cannivalteas left two officers and four men dead, with Yeomanry captured at Lientenourg on January 1. The river Griven was held, and British losses included two officers and men wounded. Lord Kitchener confirms a British train carrying troops and stores was waylaid and captured near heat Fourteen.
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South Africa
Pretoria
Cunningham
Middifontein
Kopperfontein
Delarey
Hasington
Venteralorp
Cannivaltiea
Lientenourg
Ban Dortien
Wondert
National Maritime Congress Set With Delegates Expected
National Maritime Congress gathering in Brunswick Georgia reserving accommodations for about 100 delegates. Senator Hanna anticipated to attend or be represented. Governor Chandler eyes opposing the shipping bill and may send a reply. Also notes a Harvard boxing death case and Berlin ambassador losses.
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Jon
National Maritime Ireas
Hanna
Chandler
Verdi Dies Quietly After Long Illness in Milan
Verdi passes away in Milan after a two day struggle. His death prompts nationwide mourning with proclamations, telegraphic condolences from King Victor Emmanuel and Queen Helena, and closures of resorts and prominent residences. The funeral is likely modest and may occur Wednesday or Thursday at the Indigent Musicians’ retreat chapel. The Scala plans a benefit performance for his monument fund.
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Milan
Verdi
Victor Examanuel
Himacif
Helena
Eay
Italy
Soria
Scala Theater
Victor Ermanuel
Hous Eldzehs
Verdi Funeral Observed in Italy and Senate Plan
In Italy universal sorrow followed Verdi's death. The president and Signor Saracco announced a marble bust for the senate chamber. A state funeral would be held at the expense of the state unless Verdi's will directs otherwise, with an official delegation to attend.
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Rome
Verdi
Thate
Signor Saracco
Italy
Signor Saracen
Bell declines to come south amid Choctaw uprising conference
Daniel Bell, named Choctaw chief after deposing Governor Duke, refused a conference with federal authorities. Mitchell Grady and Chief of Police Elis Whitmorow head into the country to persuade Bell to aid in suppressing the uprising.
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Daniel Bell
Duke
Michal Grady
Elis Whitmorrow
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