The Legislature Heard From Parties in A Busy Session
A report recalls partisan activity in the legislature with references to fe and republicans f fusion rh republican holdover and fistah holdover amid ongoing political maneuvering.
16 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Bismarck Weekly Tribune
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1898
Page
1
A report recalls partisan activity in the legislature with references to fe and republicans f fusion rh republican holdover and fistah holdover amid ongoing political maneuvering.
Gideon W. Marshan, ex-resident of the Keystone National bank, received a 12 year and 8 month prison term from Judge Butler in federal court, plus a 500 dollar fine, for conspiracy to falsify bank books and reports to the comptroller of the currency. A fire in Janesville, Indiana, destroyed the principal block including the post office and multiple stores, with losses estimated at 72,000.
Lenox December 15 Paris correspondent for The Daily News reports Russia plans to influence China to delay Japan’s war indemnity payment. This would allow Russia to acquire several Japanese warships currently under construction abroad, which Japan may be unable to pay for when due.
Eight million gallons of water burst from a Consolidated Gas tank at Avenue A and Twentieth Street causing a tidal flood. Three bodies recovered, nine workers killed, many injured, and arrests made for homicide charges against the contractor W. J. Logan and chief engineer William H. Bradley.
Dec. 15. Nine Polish shovelers and their foreman John Warner were killed and three injured at Windgpear bridge near Corfu on the New York Central railroad. They were shoveling snow when they stepped onto a second track to avoid an approaching train and were ground to pieces by a fast train.
In the First District police court Judge Thomas H. Peabody sat with a revolver in his hand while attorney J. D. Storta drew a weapon and denounced the judge as unfair to his clients. Officers were ordered to eject Storta and several complied. Furniture was damaged before the attorney was jailed.
Five deaths in Butte are blamed on dreadful sulfur and argenic fumes from the smelters. Many residents leave the city to escape the smoke. A mass meeting was called to address the nuisance and authorities fear violence if campaigners defy laws.
Articles signed for a wrestling bout in which Matt Adair the Turk must throw Burns and Rooney in ten minutes, alternating tries twice each. Referee George Siler to oversee. Also notes deaths and political moves from Washington to Lincoln events.
Pats Dec 15 report outlines an agreement between peace commissions preserving secrecy. Article 1 relinquishes Cuba, Article 2 cedes Porto Rico, Article 3 cedes the Philippines for 20 million dollars, plus provisions on prisoners, property, trade, legal rights, religious freedom, courts, copyrights, consulates, and ten year trade parity.
Brooklyn Castine and Resolute were ordered to Havana as tensions rise in the city. Observers warn American residents may need protection amid a volatile situation. A second riot pits Cubans and Spaniards, wounding ten or more, while authorities fear further outbreaks and seek a naval bulwark to safeguard American interests during the occupation.
At Havana on December 15 a funeral procession for Jesus Sotolongo clashed with Cuban soldiers and hospital workers near Infanta and San Jose. Wounded included Dr Betancourt, Rafael Portundo, General Vidal, Colonel Armando Rivas, and others, with reports of hats being refused and violence escalating to gunfire, stabbing, and weapon use.
Dead Cuban patriot General Garcia laid to rest in Arlington Cemetery after honors of war. Solemn mass at St. Patrick's Church filled to capacity. Archbishop Ireland preached on loyalty to Cuban freedom. Honorary pallbearers included Generals Miles Lawton Wheeler Shafter and Senators Thurston Proctor Mason Money.
Major General Brooke arrived in Washington from Fortress Mourow and met with Secretary Algor for consultations. He was designated to govern Cuba with full military and civil authority, under orders from the President, while General Wood remains military governor of Santiago province. General Ladlow will assist Havana province, answering to Brooke, who in turn reports to Major General Brooke as island governor.
London Dec 16 Sir William Vernon Harcourt resigns the leadership of the Liberal party in the house of commons He cites sectional disputes and personal interests as preventing any man from leading credibly Morley replies with sympathy and says he is not surprised by the decision
In Washington on December 15 ston Turpie led opposition to the Nicaragua canal bill labeling the Maritime Company of Pr and ia Bankrupt and fraud. He urged postponement until after the holiday recess while Morgin defended the measure and the company. Berry and Rawlins offered substantial amendments during the day’s session.
United States transports Panama Michigan and Sara arrive at Havana with General Fitalingh Led staff and battalions of the Second Mines regiment and the Tenth Infantry. Panama captured early in the war. Michigan left Savannah last Saturday. Sara left Charleston Sunday with battalion units and 16 sick aboard, all not seriously hurt.
Washington December 15. The government focuses on settling Philippine affairs to meet new conditions. Discussions have occurred among the president secretary of state and secretary of war. Planning mimics the Cuban Puerto Rican approach, beginning with repatriation of Spanish troops from Manila and nearby towns.
It is very probable that Secretary Bliss will tender his resignation to the president within a short time. He has long considered this step to devote more time to his large business interests. The move is not due to policy or adviser disagreements but personal private reasons.
Bryan S Pontion voices strong opposition to colonial expansion and outlines his reasons. He departs Savannah for Washington to join the active political battle.
In Savarxan Georgia on December 15 Colonel W. J. Bryan led Third Nebraska through interviews denouncing colonial aims. He argued the nation must reject imperialism while urging a diplomacy-led solution to Cuba and the Philippines, warning that half republic and half colony cannot endure. Bryan planned to press Congress to declare policy and oppose ratification of the treaty. He departed for Washington to join the fight against colonial aims.
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