20 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1902
Page
1
A new furniture store on Main Street west of Court House advertises a large inventory of rings, Conch Covers, Tapestry Curtains, chairs, rockers, tables, book cases, sideboards, and a complete line of furniture. Mrs Geo Barnett showcases burnt wood art and can tailor items to customer wishes.
Washington reports partial responses from Great Britain Germany and Italy on the proposal to arbitrate the Venezuelan difficulties. Great Britain favors arbitration with safeguards while Germany accepts in principle but wants many small amendments. Italy, as a major ally, declares …
A Northwestern Telephone Exchange Company promotion touts copper circuits with prompt reliable service. Offers one two and three minute rates with night rates from six p m to six a m urging customers to give it a trial.
The statement notes a preference for arbitration yet indicates that ultimate binding authority rests with the senior partners. It suggests that their action will determine the final outcome and direction of the dispute resolution.
Caracas reports that Washington has transmitted Venezuela's arbitration proposals to Britain Germany and Italy through Secretary Hay. The anxious public questions why a nation that has mobilized 49 000 men must settle by arbitration while business remains paralyzed in the capital.
Berlin reports Germany accepts arbitration through the United States for Venezuela but delays delivery to Minister Bowen for tactical reasons. Public opinion in the United States appears to influence Germany’s stance, with Britain also shifting from rejection to inquiry. In Trinidad, 10,000 Venezuelan rebels are said to be marching toward Caracas, with cables from Venezuela censored at Port of Spain.
London observers note a temperate shift in commentary as prospects for peace improve. Newspapers question whether arbitration could resolve the Venezuelan crisis, and overall sentiment grows more hopeful about a peaceful settlement.
Dialogue fragment shows siblings discussing a baby and care expectations. Brother mentions asking a Quentiden about the infant sitting up and begging, while reference to Philadelphia Pres suggests a setting or publication. The text is muddled and reads as a clipped conversation.
Berlin states Germany has no intention to challenge the Monroe Doctrine now or in the future and expresses disappointment at American views. The government stresses it will not pursue any policy to offend U.S. sensibilities, and notes the Venezuelan crisis may end.
Caracas reports the French note to Venezuela is not an ultimatum though its text is delayed by cable. Chargé d Affaires Quierréne has not presented it. The terms seek most favored nation treatment in claim payments, aligned with Belgium and Spain norms.
The German cruiser Falke captured the Venezuelan schooner Victoria in the Gulf of Maracaibo. The captain was ordered to leave within ten minutes as a heavy sea ran. A crewmember drowned during the evacuation from the nearly capsized small boat.
London reports Britain has replied to the United States on submitting the Venezuelan issue to arbitration. The reply is expected to favor an arrangement that yields a satisfactory solution while protecting the interests of the powers involved.
A Brussels dispatch reports Dutch Minister to Venezuela Dr. Van Leyden recalled. Dutch interests in Venezuela are placed under the protection of United States Minister Bowen.
The Minnesota Supreme Court reversed lower court rulings in two Minneapolis cases, Gardner and the late John Fitchette, after denying motions for new trials. Gardner faced six years in prison for taking bribes to guarantee police protection for "big mitt" men. new trial would be on a different indictment. Fitch ette received ninety days in the workhouse for bribery to secure a police position, with Gardner’s indictment effectively dismissed pending possible retrial.
Washington officials say the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations will take up the reciprocity treaty with Cuba soon after Christmas. Several Capitol conferences reached this understanding, with ratification due before January.
Wreckage from the steamer John C. Fall and its nine crewmen washed ashore at Stony Point, about thirty miles from Oswego, confirming the vessel’s loss after it sank in a Lake Ontario gale on December 11. Rescue efforts were abandoned as no survivors were found.
Reports from Priday's Bowmeard say the stage to Centennial, forty miles away, has not arrived and is believed perished. The driver and passengers are feared dead as a severe storm rages.
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