President Cleveland urges arbitration in Venezuela case
President Cleveland forwards the annual message to Congress on the Venezuela boundary dispute with Great Britain. He defends the Monroe doctrine and argues for arbitration, detailing Britain’s rejection, and urges Congress to authorize a commission and possible measures to defend Venezuela’s rights.
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Fitz and Maher Sign to Fight for World Championship
Articles of agreement signed in Houston announce a finish fight between Bob Fitzsimmons and Peter Maher for the heavyweight title. Training near El Paso, both will use 5 ounce gloves under Marquis of Queensberry rules. Purse set at $10,000 with a championship belt.
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Stewart on Silver Attacks the Gold Combine in Senate
Nevada Senator Stewart delivered a vigorous speech attacking the gold combine. He argued silver depreciation harms domestic producers by widening the price gap with Asian labor. He noted 50 percent money difference favors foreign merchants and undercuts U S makers. The session also addressed sugar bounty suspension and inquiries on postal and alien affairs.
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Marriage of Miss Clara Busch to German nobleman in St Louis
An international wedding in St Louis linked Adolphus Busch’s daughter Clara Hazel Busch to Paul von Gontard, a notable German citizen. The ceremony at the Church of the Messiah featured Rev. Dr Supder officiating, with the event estimated to cost Busch around $100,000 and numerous lavish gifts noted.
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Philadelphia Street Car Strike Ties Up All Lines
A large strike by motormen and conductors of the Union Traction Company shuts down most city lines in Philadelphia. Police struggle to control violence as crowds attack cars and windows on Chestnut and Market streets. About 6,000 workers left idle, with talks yielding no immediate settlement while public sympathy appears with workers seeking shorter hours and recognition of their union.
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Plages for Senators Committees Reported
Washington December 17 The Republican caucus committees of the senate assign the majority members to key panels including Appropriations Morrison Hale Teller Cullom Quay Pettigrew Perkins and Foreign Relations Sherman Frye Davis Cullom Cameron Lodge Finance Morrill Sherman Allison Aldrich Platt Wolcott Jones Poe Nev Judiciary Hour Teller Patt Mitchell Davis Thurston Clarke Commerce Frye Cullom Quay Squims McBride Elkins McMillan Interstate Commerce Cullom Chandler Wolcott Aldrich Gear Carter Military Affairs Howeley Cameron Shonp Proctor Sewell Elkins Naval Affairs Cameron Hale Porkina McMillan Dubois May be announced this week to be followed by minority additions after holidays.
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Horrible massacres described in Asia and Sioux memory
A letter from an American in Southern Asia compares the ongoing massacres to the Sioux slaughter in Minnesota. The writer warns of destruction east of them and fears violence may spread to their area within weeks. The account echoes reports of chaos and fear in the region.
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Armenian murders and Turkish policy debated in Washington
George Kennan lectured on the Armenian question criticizing foreign powers for failing to protect Christians. Clara Barton and others faced threats amid calls for stronger action, while temperance reform groups gathered at Calvary Baptist to oppose saloons and drinking across cities and states.
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Planning a New Bond Issue in New York
The World reports the treasury’s gold reserve at 22,804,706 after a 3,150,000 withdrawal. President Cleveland consults with the advisory syndicate on a bond issue possibly 850,000,000 to 900,000,000, with an initial 500K and a goal to reach 40,000,000 by early next year.
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Oklahoma Delegate Attacks Interior Secretary In House Debate
In the House, Oklahoma delegate Flynn introduced a resolution asking the interior secretary to report why allotting agents for the Wichita Reservation are delayed and whether any relatives act as attorneys for Indians or interested parties. The exchange grew heated with Florida’s Mr. Cooper condemning Flynn’s language before Flynn moved to the previous question.
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