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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1899
Page
2
In Benton County Times a note on oyster aging explains age markers in hinge grooves. An oyster may be four years old and ready to market, though tales of older specimens exist. Captain Cochrane found an oyster likely at least thirty-five years old.
The Hawaiian Star notes thirty years of progress in trans Pacific trade. The keels of steamers now ply the Pacific in multiple directions, from the islands to San Francisco and the Orient, with plans for new lines. Once a single clumsy steamer took ten to twelve days. now two lines to the orient and colonies exist, Vancouver hosts the Empress line, and a direct Vindirosteck route with trans Siberian rail link is planned. Trade has surged, with expectations of many more steamers and faster voyages in the near future.
A fragmented news text discusses coffee adulteration and detection methods including cold water test and fat content analysis. It cites fake German coffee with low fat, describes glazing and second roasting, and mentions various regional coffees and their traits. The second fragment reports the czars plan for universal disarmament and naval construction, plus short humor and bulletin notes.
In Mitchell county a man demanded marriage from a schoolteacher, then tried to extort 125 dollars. She fired a warning shot, he fled to Minnesota, was recaptured, tried, and convicted. The court imposed a two year penitentiary sentence amid sensational testimony and a vindicated teacher.
Lincoln Eaton of Wiota was arrested in Kansas City and jailed in Atlantic after disappearing a month ago when it emerged his township clerk books were short over 500 dollars and he forged his father-in-law James Turner’s name on several notes. Sam Hoffman, a real estate and loan agent, was also caught for 200 dollars. Eaton left a wife and children in destitute circumstances.
Des Moines December 29 Town State Teachers Association named officers for the year with F. Bloodgood West Union as president and W. A. Clifford Council Bluffs as first vice president. Laura Swan Fairfield named third vice president, Elis Truman Sioux City on executive committee, and Dr. Thomas Nicholson fills a vacancy. Cornell College member, C. E. Shelton Burlington. A. W. Stuart Ottumwa Amy Boggs Waterloo.
The Iowa state board of health rejected twenty nine osteopathy license applications amid claims their examined schools Quincey Illinois Kirksville Missouri and Minneapolis do not offer sufficiently broad study. The board says their degree examinations lack thoroughness and outlines new requirements to apply to osteopathy colleges. An osteopathy representative says legal action will be taken to secure rights under state law.
Des Moines December 27 The M Riegelman Company wholesale milliners suffered a 75000 loss by fire. Entire stock destroyed. Insurance on stock 48000 and on building 4000. Firm plans to resume, having sent a buyer to New York. This is the second blaze in two years with prior loss about 75000. Building owners Bosquet and Earle held a 25000 property damaged 8000 and had 10000 insurance. The building burned three years ago with 20000 loss. Spontaneous combustion in the packing room started the blaze.
Des Moines dispatch reports the state board of control saved 102821.28 in cash during July to December, the first five months of its management of state institutions. Ex Governor Larrabee, chairman, notes this reflects avoided spending and mentions substantial supplies already bought and stored for six months to a year.
On Dec 29 at a rural school near Clare, Miss May Thomas was shot by Harry Garver, a Gowrie resident who had recently been rejected. He then killed himself, dying within an hour. Garver and Thomas had once been courting.
A daring burglary at the residence of Dr and Mrs A B Conaway occurred Thursday between 6 and 8 pm. Jewelry clothing and silverware valued at about 400 dollars were stolen while people passed on the street and watched from neighboring homes. The report notes the boldness of the crime and the time of day.
The American National Bank was robbed of 18167 in currency and gold from the main vault on Main and High streets. The janitor discovered the vault door open and a prior night deposit of 16000 was missing. Directors met and assessors sought funds. other banks offered help. Entry method remains a mystery. front door was locked as expected. Professionals are suspected.
Dec 28 May defeat Senator Quay as desertions rise and Magee camp gains. Odds three to one against Quay re election. Philadelphia assemblymen and state legislators rally to Magee. Quay stayed at Hotel Stafford in Philadelphia seeking talks with five leaders but failed. Seventeen Republican members representing Philadelphia oppose Quay.
Wasinxetox Dec 28 Hon Tustin Smith Morrill senior United States senator from Vermont died at 1 20 this morning at age 71 after a week long illness. Immediate cause pneumonia developing from grip contracted a week ago. He had served in the senate more than thirty one years and died peacefully at home.
A Ha vana cable reports a riot on Bomba street in Havana quelled by Company M of the Tenth Regular Infantry. The Americans fired on rioters as they fled, wounding two Spanish sailors and killing a Spanish Marine. Three Cubans were fatally injured. Twelve others wounded in smaller riots, none of the soldiers hurt.
San Francisco December 30 Official notice confirms General Shafter will again command the Department of California, expected to take charge around January 10. General Merriam remains unassigned, with speculation he may head the Department of the Columbia or move to the Department of Colorado, while California and Columbia may be combined under Shafter.
In New York on December 30 a Confederate Veteran Camp meeting passed a resolution denouncing Senator Butler of North Carolina for seeking U S pensions for ex confederate soldiers. It condemns future southern congressional efforts as abhorrent to the camp. London December 25 rumor reports Carlists tortured in Seville prisons to extract allegiance to King Alfonso and to reveal Carlist details. officials deny the reports, but belief persists nationwide.
Chief Justice Grant of the Michigan Supreme Court denied an application for a writ of error that would have moved the express revenue stamp case to the United States Supreme Court. The court had ruled that American Express Company must pay for the revenue stamps affixed to its bills of lading.
A Manila dispatch reports Col. Potter sent to Iloilo to communicate with Spanish General Rios. Latter evacuated on the 24th, Potter delayed thirty nine hours. Insurgents seized the city on the 26th, Aguinaldo's flag seen. Spanish troops evacuated most southern stations except Zamboanga and Induano, per Madrid orders. Potters reports no reliable news for four days due to limited communication.
A Wells Fargo driver is missing after a bold robbery. Authorities say about $60,000 in currency and $600 in gold vanished, with the delivery wagon found abandoned on the city outskirts. The incident, dated December 30, comes from Topeka, Kansas, via Sax Axtronio.
Demorr December 2 Govern or Pingree addressed an audience on anti imperialism. He said every soldier sent to Manila should carry his coffin on his shoulder as a necessary adjunct of his outfit.
Albany New York December 30 official canvass shows Theodore Lene Republican ahead by 17786 votes over Van Wiek Democrat. Segasta in serious condition in another dispatch from Sagasta fever easing but recovery doubtful. Des Moines chosen for next Western Surgeons’ meeting with Dr Crowell elected president and Omaha listed as the prior locale.
Washington December 27. Agitation continues to remove consul appointments from politics and establish a merit-based system.
A preliminary report of the Nicaragua canal commission cites a conservative cost of 135,000,000 dollars and promises details on construction. Judge Day, as chairman, presents the document to President McKinley, who thanks the commission and praises its work and the Paris negotiations.
Havana dispatch reports a joint US and Spanish military meeting agreeing to a noon January 1 flag exchange. American ships to salute Spanish Day, Spanish flags to be lowered, then US stars and stripes raised over El Morro. Salutes to follow from Cabanas and harbor ships as authorities transfer power to United States commissioners at the palace.
Gen C Howard, visiting delegate of the Army and Navy Christian Commission, testified about confusion at Yampa and odors at Camp Thomas. He urged scrutiny of nonregular officers and supported a staff school for officers. The commission held a short session and released a synopsis rebutting beef reports by General Miles, confirming his criticism of canned beef.
Havana December 30 Colonel Saybarn raised the American flag over the municipal building at Mariel in the presence of townspeople. He declared the act expressed paternal love and protection not dominion. He distributed 500 rations to the poor and the event included a ball before he travels to Cabanas and Bahia Honda to distribute more rations.
Cleveland dispatch reports Senator Hanna believes his subsidy bill for freight carrying vessels built in America will pass this session. He notes majority senators favor it and expects House approval. The measure seeks subsidies to promote American shipping in foreign trade.
In San Francisco on December 29 the steamship China arrived from the Orient with the largest opium consignment ever to enter the port. It carried 600 cases valued at about half a million dollars, weighing 27,000 pounds, with a duty of 162,560 at six dollars per pound.
Special dispatches from Brussels report an important conference of Honopartists held under Prince Victor Napoleon. Yaron Leroux was re elected president of the party. In thanking supporters he asserted the time for watching has ended and the hour for combat is sounding.
At St Petersburg Ambassador Witchcock cables the secretary of state that a contract for 80,000 tons of rails for the eastern Chinese railroad has been awarded to the Pennsylvania and Maryland Company.
American authorities dispatch a military and naval expedition from Manila to Iloilo on Tanay island to safeguard interests as of December 27. The action follows administration steps to secure the city and its strategic position in the archipelago.
Rumors say Wasuaactes, chair of the peace commission, may be chosen by President McKinley for a first bench seat. A bill would create a new circuit judge position, possibly rewarding Mr. Maar for peace negotiations. No vacancy expected, but retirement age could trigger later moves.
Dispatches describe American and Spanish forces moving to evacuate Spanish garrisons in Cuba. Evacuation details cite ship transports, Atlantic ports, and a rush to secure customs and prevent demonstrations as Cuba braces for potential unrest during withdrawal week. American troops may face contested points before evacuation completes.
American forces under General Miller sail from Manila to seize Panay island about Iloilo and Manila. The expedition includes the Eighteenth United States and Fifty-first Iowa infantry, battery G, Sixth artillery, and a signal detach ment aboard transports Pennsylvania Arizona and Newport, escorted by the cruiser Baltimore. Spaniards likely evacuat ing Iloilo as insurgents and Luzon invaders have besieged the town.
Robbert Wells, linked to the Nicopol Mariopol metallurgical company of Mariopol, shall place orders in Pittsburg for machinery aggregating $1,000,000. Julian Kennedy of Pittsburg directs the construction and the consumption contracts for the mills. The new plant will be built beside the great steel mills at Mariopol and will serve the Sea of Azov region.
The state failed to recover funds from Cresta National Bank of this city and Chemical National Bank of New York in a suit over embezzlement by ex-State Treasurer Bartley. The state alleged the warrant purchased via Omaha bank was nonnegotiable and banks had notice, but the court ruled otherwise. Lawton assignment era notes Philippines duties and potential command if needed. Coal store relocations planned in Atlantic and Pacific ports including Manila and Honolulu. Canadian commission talks eyed for early agreement ratified within a week after joint commission opens January 5.
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