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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1900
Page
1
Washington report on the final day of debate over Matthew S. Quay's senate seat shows 88 to 82 defeat after Senator West voted no in a clear gesture, dashed hopes of Quay’s supporters, with Pedgraw absent and Chun der voting to strike out nat.
Twenty three Democratic National committeemen reply to questions on campaign issues. Anti imperialism tops 21 votes as leading issue, anti trust 21, money and anti materialism also noted, Chicago platform to be reaffirmed by 20, Dewey not seen as contender, Bryan favored by acclamation or on first ballot by several, no clear vice presidential choice with names like Schiey and others mentioned.
A blaze near Cass Lake endangers lumber properties as flames threaten stumpage and surrounding forests. M. J. Seanson of Seanlon Gibson Lumber notes extensive losses west of Cass Lake, with dry conditions aiding the fire’s spread across a broad 25 to 50 mile area. A heavy rain is deemed crucial to prevent further damage.
The treasury department ordered a special agent to investigate the large influx of Japanese laborers, suspected as central laborers, over the last three months. The state department was asked to involve the American census to report on the matter.
Havana reports Gen. Tine Rivera, secretary of wgrhenshins, will resign early this week after an interview with Gov. Gen. Wood. Rivera urged unity of political parties for independence by end of 1801 and said he wished to speak freely without office constraints. Others doubt any broad effect on the cabinet.
Admiral Dewey and Mrs Dewey depart Sunday by special Baltimore and Ohio train to Chicago then proceed to St. Louis Memphis Nashville Knoxville and Jacksonville with brief stops. Timeline shows arrivals in Chicago Tuesday, May 8 and Knoxvillе return to Washington by May 1 after a westward journey.
A man leaped into a water-filled cake at the H Frick Coke Company foundry in Connellsville Pennsylvania Monday morning. The body was recovered with no identification as to who he is, described as well dressed and average height.
The United States steamer Dolphin departed from the Potomac with Guy Allen aboard to begin his duties in Porto Rico. Marines under Maj Dickens lined the dock as a Marine band played Auld Lang Syne and friends waved handkerchiefs in farewell.
In Clifton Ontario three men arrested for an alleged Welland Canal explosion plot are remanded for eight days as Crown evidence is gathered. A guard from the Forty-fourth Canadian on duty Sunday noted no attempt at prisoner rescue.
Reports say Boxers killed many Chinese Catholics near Pac Ting Fu in Po Chili province on April 21 while a German gunboat reached Taku and other ships sailed from the area. Separate items note Mexican killings, a Dallas-like rail worker, and university gifts and appointments.
A dainty pamphlet issued by the American Express Company explains methods for travelers to handle funds and shipments abroad. It covers sending money, collecting accounts, customs, taxes for non residents, and safe forwarding of goods with maps of European cities such as London Paris Bremen and Hamburg.
A scaffold ninety five feet high on the dome of the navy stove building at the steel works broke, instantly killing F P O Curtis and injuring J W Stanton who may die. F H Freebury Ty Vandibber Morgan Williams were on the scaffold. Freebury Williams saved by catching a rope and Vandibber saved by sliding a rope, while others fell.
A formal prospectus from the Silver Republican executive outlines a proposed name change to Lincoln Republicans with a free silver platform to be adopted at the Kansas City convention on July 4. The document notes activity in Illinois Indiana Ohio and Minnesota with Minnesota as a focal point of the Goebel investigation and a related political case in Kentucky.
The report lists cattle hogs sheep and grain prices from Sioux City Chicago St Louis Cincinnati Indianapolis Milwaukee Detroit Toledo Toledo and New York. It covers common to prime cattle hogs and sheep prices, No 2 wheat and corn values, oats rye and butter creamery prices, with varied ranges and shipping grades.
Reports from New Orleans describe catastrophic flood damage across Louisiana towns. The Mississippi and neighboring rivers surged, submerging streets and rail lines, destroying bridges, mills, and buildings while drowning cattle and wildlife. Local economies face massive losses as aid and recovery work begin.
A Quebec dispatch says Mormons are spreading in Canada, especially the west, with thousands converting yearly. Canadian leaders warn they could control large regions as Utah-bound converts depart, and accusations of polygamy and proselytizing as ministers of the gospel arise in Alberta and beyond.
The shutdown of twelve American Steel and Wire Company mills in Pittsburg Cleveland Joliet Lib Lewistown Pa Andersen Joliet Waukegan and DeKalb Illinois leaves nearly ten thousand workers unemployed. Plants with a capacity of 3000 to 4000 tons daily closed during a period of high activity and profit. Cause cited: slack business from decreased building activity and over production.
Journal notes Parker of Denver misled by rivals as Western athletes compete for top honors. Nearly $160000 in prizes this year for the Peace event. Details touch on Mund and Mund five of Axtell, Seffries, and Dom O Rourke amid rising championship expectations. Rharkey Dine and Jim Ut announce tie breaking with Wandger and Cuno plans.
In a misty river journey, Miss Peggy Mackey debates marriage and career with Duncombe on a voyage to the Queen of the West. The party, dockside gossip, and a looming decision test loyalties as weather and delays shape their plans.
The piece discusses general attitudes toward marriage and bachelor life, noting many men favor bachelorhood while a few older bachelors would resist changes. It contrasts evenings with young, unmarried women and long, vivid tales of courtship and family life in a domestic setting.
A fragmented 19th century text discusses deceptive tactics using animal imagery and folklore. It links cat and serpent traits to battlefield psychology, notes tiger and wildcat markings, and references a boy glimpsed with a frontier force backdrop as part of a chaotic scene.
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