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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1899
Page
1
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A major blaze destroyed a Dunlap block and adjacent buildings in Cocones on February 2, with the High Street theatre evacuated safely. Firemen battled collapsing walls and one man remains missing as the total loss is estimated near a million dollars.
Feud of the Pharaohs to be invaded as Pittsburgh trolley plans expand to Cairo Egypt with Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing supplying 14 trolley cars for the city. A second line to the pyramids is proposed once operation is accepted and natives acclimate. The Schoen Pressed Steel Company to build 400 steel cars for the Wian railway.
In Ore Combine at Cleveland this month miners failed to agree on allocation for the coming year. The pool had governed elict ore prices for a decade but broke before finalizing, though a price about 20 cents higher than last year had been set. Analysts expect prices to drop if current agreements are altered.
Bis Mackok February 2 The North Dakota House approved the La Moure amendment requiring 12 months residence to file for divorce. The measure already passed the Senate and the governor is favorable, taking effect July 1, ending the divorce industry in the state.
Advices from Apia report continued unrest between Mataafa and pro German factions. Fighting may resume as Mataafa arrests released detainees. Looting persists including the home of novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. A clash over court authority with Dr Raffel triggers diplomatic protests and a demand for apology.
Madison Wisconsin February 2 The senate adopted a memorial urging a constitutional amendment to allow U S senator elections by popular vote and a memorial protesting the seating of Polygamist Roberts in Congress A bill was introduced to bar common councils from granting street railway franchises and require voter approval for such actions
HarriscursG Pennsylvania February 2 There is no change in the senatorial situation Senator Quay was again 13 votes short on final ballot of the number necessary to elect Many of his friends voted for Comrade Quay.
In Sacramento on February 2 two ballots were cast for United States senator without a choice, leaving the deadlock intact and no decision reached.
Olympia reports the joint assembly elected Addisons Foster of Tacoma as United States senator in line with Republican caucus action.
Colorado Springs reports a day of closure on the Miming Stock Exchange as brokers face a heavy rush from a week of intense business and clearing backlogs. The strain has made rest essential for those in the trading rooms.
Assistant Secretary Allen returned from Cuba and Puerto Rico briefing Secretary Long on naval stations once under Spanish control. He notes the sites are picturesque but of ancient date with equipment of little value for modern needs. Long plans to use the report to frame modernization estimates.
Spanish Government authorizes General Rios to offer a ransom for freeing prisoners held by Filipino insurgents. Dispatch reports Negros troops released and arriving at Samboanga Mindanao after captivity.
In Wicuita Kansas during the night seven convicts awaiting transfer escaped by sawing through four steel barred doors. Ed Stewart is serving 50 years for murder. Other escapees include Bill Thatcher Pearl Rhodes Black Jin Jim Murphy Harry Allen and Charles Howard, all convicted of grand larceny.
Rome correspondent of The Daily Chronicle reports many arrests of anarchists in Leghorn, capital of Leghorn province, 40 miles southwest of Florence. Authorities uncovered a plot for wholesale murder of policemen.
A Colorados uprising against Senor Censtas, the provisional Uruguayan president, has begun with about two hundred rebels landing near Carmelo and seizing the town. This develops amid mounting instability in Montevideo and surrounding areas.
Fire in Nagyprobroez village within the Liptau district destroyed 40 houses and caused many deaths. Rescue workers battled the flames as villagers fled the blaze.
Comte Esterhazy fled Paris to avoid arrest on charges of obtaining money under fraudulent pretenses, pursued by cousin Christian Esterhazy. A detective delivered a warning letter. Esterhazy denounced it as a trick and blamed magistrate Bertulaous for his withdrawal of safe conduct and his refusal to testify further.
Secretary Porter declares the president tired but not in danger of breakdown from war duties. He notes the president’s health is fairly good and he simply needs rest.
In New York on February 2 bids were opened for transporting 16,000 Spanish soldiers to Spain from the Philippines. Three bids were received. The Bordeaux Steamship Company offered the lowest rate at $3 per capita for officers and men.
In SUPFALO Wyoming on February 2 a blizzard froze to death the wife and daughter of J E Yost. They had left town for their ranch and, driven by storms, became lost and unable to find their way.
The steamship Empress of Japan saved the day for Yokohama and Hong Kong and carried over 1,000,000 cases of beer for Americans in the Philippines.
Senators Teller and Hoar spoke on the Philippines in a Senate executive session. Teller argued Filipinos lack self governability and cited Aguinaldo as proof, while Hoar defended Aguinaldo, likening him to Bolivar. Senator Rawlins spoke in open session against westward expansion.
A brief column notes Spain’s external situation, describing widespread misery and want beyond urban centers and stressing the contrast between city life and rural hardship.
Hannis Taylor voices Cuba plan with AP from Mopik Alabama urging a provisional civil government and a loan backed by customs revenues to pay 50 000 soldiers. He says a $10 to $11 million loan could give about $800 per man and asks Americans to back a settlement and law order. Cox of the army wants rapid relief and Cuban voice in governance. Royal Baking Powder ad ends.
The House began consideration of the river and harbor bill in Washington on February 2, with about 12.5 million dollars in direct appropriations and contracts up to 18 million. Representative Hepburn of Iowa opposed the measure, criticizing Mississippi river improvement, while Mr. Catchings of Mississippi defended it.
The first section of nine cars of the Third United States Infantry from Fort Snelling Minnesota reached New York neutral yards. A cheering crowd surrounded the train until 50 police separated them. The regiment remained in cars all night and will be moved to the Sherman on freight barges.
In Washington on February 2 the senate assembled many Republicans for a potential vote on expansion resolutions. Bacon urged his measures while Chandler withdrew a referral, Sullivan moved to substitute, and Davis signaled willingness to proceed. The vote could not occur before 2 PM when the senate recessed into executive session.
Havana reports military leaders call for limiting Cuban compensation and oppose the high payment, arguing the United States should grant 3 to 6 million dollars. Since January the U.S. fed 2 million rations and ordered 1 million more while Cubans hold civil posts and employ thousands. They petition on issues like Banco Espanol and tax collection.
The senate committee on naval affairs plans to report favorably the joint resolution reviving the rank of admiral in the interest of Rear Admiral Dewey. The measure was amended to extend the period of his retirement by ten years.
Deaven Colo February 2 The thermometer dropped 49 degrees from dawn to dusk reaching 4 degrees below zero by 6 p m and continuing to fall amid reports of intense cold across the region.
At a farewell dinner in New York the Manhattan Single Tax club honored Edward McHugh of Scotland. Tom L. Johnson, noted capitalist and ex congressman, announced he would relinquish his business cares to devote his life to promoting Henry George's single tax doctrines.
Orrumwa Iowa February 2 1900 Dr Theodor N Morrison of Chicago is chosen to be the next bishop of the Episcopal Church of Iowa. Consent from a majority of the house of bishops confirmed his consecration set for February 22 in the Church of the Epiphany Chicago.
A web of litigation and corruption probes surrounds Omaha authorities. Contempt sentences loom as Police Judge Gordon fights on appeal and threats target City Attorney Connel over court records. Impeachment motions, civil remedies, and quo warranto actions cloud Mayor Moore’s tenure amid school contract inquiries and alleged city ring influence.
Sixty seven delegates from 458 subordinate lodges gathered at Assembly hall for the 19th annual convention of the Sons of Hermann. The Minnesota order now counts 2,800 members with new lodges opened at Janesville Moorhead and Brainerd.
A New York special reports a proposed union of all U S log freight and passenger car companies. The Pullman company is said to join but is allegedly holding out at present.
SPOKANE Wash Feb 2 The Big Buffalo group of claims in the Buffalo trump camp Idaho has been sold to Lewis Clark and Charles Sweeney of this city for 650000 Mining men say this is the largest price ever paid for an undeveloped property.
Boston reports that Revy Prescott F. Jermecan, promoter of the Electrolytic Marie Salts company who fled to France last July after securing 300 000, has returned and offers restitution to avoid punishment.
Judge Seaman in the United States court rules that a bankruptcy petitioner waives the constitutional right against self incrimination when filing for bankruptcy. The ruling, made in contempt proceedings against Louis Sapiro of Waupun for failing to produce his books of account, emphasizes compelled disclosure during bankruptcy.
Chicago Christian Scientists report $20,000 raised in ten days for two new temples serving North Side and West Side congregations. Both buildings will rival the Pirot Church on Drexel boulevard and are to be dedicated before year end. The pope received Archbishop Ireland at noon as two ecclesiastics in his diocese presented a document in the audience.
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