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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1900
Page
4
Washington township resident W. L. Pryor announces his candidacy for Commissioner of the 2nd district. The bid awaits decision at the Ripley County Republican convention.
The Indianapolis postmaster Hess died this week from consumption. He served as postmaster and was a notable local official. The report notes his death came after a period of illness, with city residents expressing condolences.
A tobacco trust was organized in England last week. This fact is being avoided in Democratic party publications.
Sentiment against Admiral Dewey within the Democratic Party blocks his eligibility for the vice presidential nomination.
The remark frames China as resisting global pressure while suggesting that some nations might seek to partition the country into separate regions. The statement reflects international tensions and competing visions for China's future.
A terse political observation asserts South Dakota will vote Republican this year with certainty, while noting the Democratic presidential candidate’s initials are W. J. B. This reflects a partisan mood in the region.
A quip questions if Burgers turning bush whackers will become jimb burgers. The column riffs on a punny play on words involving political or social labels.
The Millers seek a plank in national party platforms pledging support to end discriminatory rates by common carriers. The effort targets fairness in rate practices and aims to remove unjust pricing in transportation and related services.
A fragment outlines strategies for a 19th century political contest, noting options to study Bryan and to dispatch delegatees to the Democratic convention. The text suggests evaluating campaign methods and representation at the party gathering.
Several state conventions have instructed delegates to the Democratic National Convention to provide William Jennings Bryan with the required two thirds majority and to leave room for a possible surplus.
General Macabulos a top Aguinaldo general along with eight officers and 124 men with 124 rifles surrendered to General McArthur's forces at Tarlac on Thursday last.
The speaker argues the Democratic party can condemn Republican behavior but avoids outlining concrete Democratic plans for governance if restored to power. The remark implies a lack of accountability and clear policy proposals from Democrats.
The speaker notes higher Myheat costs and that silver is valued under fifty cents per dollar in grains, with the Democratic convention nearing in under two weeks.
The Ninth Regiment was ordered to Manila on Monday and to be sent from there to China. The gunboat Concord sailed from Manila with marines aboard under sealed orders, presumably bound for China.
In a direct, outspoken remark Phelps told leading delegates in Kansas City that he has never denied being a lobbyist but directed the assertion to them all. He added a blunt metaphor about “sucking eggs” to emphasize accountability.
General Otis hosts a reception as General Wheeler proclaims the United States entering a dawn of greater prosperity. The report notes a contrasting Democratic General not aligned with Bryan Democracy.
The Republican candidate for Supreme Judge carried Oregon by 10 380 and the two Republican congressional candidates by 11 761, reflecting a strong statewide showing while Bryan performs poorly in Oregon.
Mrs. Beveridge wife of Senator Beveridge of Indiana died at Dansville New York Tuesday morning at 2 30 after several months illness. Her death is described as a great loss to her husband and the community offers sympathy.
Su giyama the chancelor of the Japanese legation was killed by the Empress Dowager's favored bodyguards during official duties on Tuesday June 12. The act is portrayed as an official murder and not merely an assassination.
The speaker argues conditions improved under the Republican era and would worsen if Bryan wins and free trade and free silver return, claiming a return to Cleveland-era hardships.
Consul Martin at Chin Kian China sent a dispatch from Washington detailing a small number of natives. The message discusses protection measures and official stance on local affairs.
On Saturday the people elected their municipal officers. Despite U S military control Cuba faced no interference as it votes for the first time in its history. The island makes progress toward self government under McKinley management.
Admiral Dewey says U S possession of the Philippines and nearby ships gives protection to Americans against Boxers and influence in China affairs. He praises the nation’s reach but criticizes Democrats.
Democrats argue over a proposed return to a Republican form of government for Hawaii and the Philippines. A Democratic President allegedly lowered the American flag to thwart plans. Now both sides claim the other party would pull down the flag in Luzon.
Four years after being counted poor W. J. Bryan now pays the city’s highest tax on bank accounts and credits. The item poses two questions and asks if Bryan will still preach calamity.
The excerpt asks about using a gold basis and questions how a Democratic candidate amassed wealth in hard times without an apparent business. It implies scrutiny of financial sources and campaign financing practices during economic strain.
Casualties from the Taku Forts bombardment last Sunday include killed British 1 German 3 Russian 1 French 1 and wounded British 4 German 7 Russian 45 French 1. Chinese torpedo boats were sunk and the forts captured after a magazine explosion caused heavy Russian losses. Two Chinese forts were blown up.
The Republican National Convention met in Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon and was called to order by M A Hanna of the Republican National Committee. Senator Wolcott was chosen temporary chairman and delivered a strong speech on past achievements and future duties. No further convention news had been received by press time.
On Tuesday June 12 foreign troops in a remote railroad zone faced a clash with about 2,000 attackers armed with swords and some firearms. The assault halted repairs by 16 British soldiers two miles ahead of advancing trains.
Criticism flows over Governor Taylor as factions accuse Democratic forces of sacrificing him to hatred. The piece notes Ohio and Pennsylvania leaders avoided similar enforcement, while denouncing a mob seen as enacting perjury and murder for political ends.
Reports from China dated June 19 indicate Pekin faced a two front assault by the Russian army. Fears rose for foreigners including the U.S. minister and his family amid hasty mobilizations of troops and warships. Congress may convene a special session as 1,500 to 1,800 Manila troops and up to 20,000 to 30,000 more are considered.
On Sunday June 17 Chinese forts at Taku were fired on by a fleet led by Russian and allied ships after an ultimatum. A seven hour duel followed with three Chinese deaths and seven Chinese wounded on the Iltis, while reports say two British ships were sunk and a British gunboat damaged.
Special correspondent from Washington reports June 16 1900 that Democrats refuse campaign use of Root’s answer to Senator Bacon’s demand for a resolution on the nation’s transport system. The debated $13 million figure and related concerns are noted in the briefing.
The article notes a net cost of 3 909 636 after offsets from a two year program that moved 4 897 officers and 85 669 enlisted men with 6 328 animals and $9 005 512 in specie. It claims gross savings of 9 087 155 and asserts the transport system will repay its investment shortly.
Full returns show Republican lead on estate tickets at 10 068 and Congressmen at 11 382, with seven Whites unreleased likely preserving the margins. Democrats face a westward pull as fiscal policy debates loom, including potential repeal of some war taxes and changes to money deposits as Treasury needs dictate.
The Cuba vote determines local offices but the bigger point is U S efforts to establish a stable government before turning the island over. Voter rules require Cuban birth or Cuban descent, age 21, residency, literacy or property or army service, and registration was mandatory. The outcome could affect troop withdrawals as Philippine forces disband.
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