30 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Bismarck Weekly Tribune
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1898
Page
1
In a struggling chamber, a reputiloun faction challenges fusion and Mm led holdovers as Senate dynamics hinge on Tision aligned votes and potential shifts in leadership. The rift tests coalitions and agendas amid ongoing negotiations and public scrutiny.
The four days' session of the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science began at Columbia University in New York. Scientists from across the country attend the gathering with focus on special subjects.
Captain Archie Hogarth, former Isolde commander, is named to lead the Shamrock, the American challenger. He deems the hull design perfect for American racing conditions and notes it was tailored for such environments. The item also mentions other brief dispatches, including a Dreyfus note and troop movements.
General Rios formalized the surrender of Iloilo to American forces in a ceremony attended by military and naval leaders. The German consul was charged with protecting Spanish interests as the part of the handover, with officials signaling Iloilo’s capitulation to the United States.
A cablogram from Rear Admiral Dewey requests immediate dispatch of officers and men to man three captured Spanish ships to refit them for his fleet. Volunteer officer mustering out creates difficulty. Captain Crowninshield works to supply staff and a squadron will pass through the Suez Canal.
A Yankton business delegation led by William M. Powers and C. J. B. Harris met Omaha Commercial club officials to promote a railroad between Yankton and Omaha. About 200,000 dollars has been spent on a Yankton to Norfolk line, with desire to resume and complete work.
Four Hagerman children and Mrs Hagerman drowned after ice broke off Wells Island in the St Lawrence river. Charles Hagerman and family arrived from Canada, but the rescue attempt failed. The four bodies were later recovered.
The senior driver named by Bunce in Wasuiscrox declines the post with no congressional action. Admiral Bauer is relieved Sunday and will keep the title until December 22 next year when he is to receive a refined hat and be formally admitted to the navy. A ship from Hawaii proceeded under halted speed toward the wake of the ceremony.
In Whevieta the Miaxiavoiin Deo reports a fire at the Whieles Cirtey camping that destroyed 60,000 bushels of wheat and caused an estimated loss of $100. No injuries are mentioned.
Spanish forces retreat to a slim Havana perimeter while U S troops patrol the city center and supervise arrests. Major General Ludlow governs the city with Eighth and Tenth regiments deployed for police and military duties. Cuban residents urge independence, Spaniards fear for safety, and scattered Cuban bands threaten Spaniards hos ing flags and shouting Viva Cuba Libre.
Senior Senator Morrill is reported as a victim of a mysterious condition in Washington. He is confined to his home for seven days, with news noting the veteran lawmaker's frail health and temporary withdrawal from public affairs.
Senator Lroctoy died peacefully after a week of grippe and a later pneumonia, ending an uninterrupted thirty one year Senate career. He contracted illness in cold foggy weather, worsened by age, and was confined to his home as Congress adjourned for Christmas. His death followed a gradual decline despite medical care.
Obituary traces Justin Smith Morrill of Vermont from 1855 entry to Senate after six hard-fought elections. Highlights his 31 years in the upper chamber, tariff legislation, and long leadership of Ways and Means. Notes his 1896 election term and early career in mercantile and agricultural pursuits.
A fragmented reminiscence notes Merrill as a dominant figure behind farm college funding from public land proceeds. It mentions his strong stance on national issues, opposition to certain territorial plans, and wide esteem among party colleagues while detailing his enduring public service and the era's political theater.
Mercedes Garcia, a resident of an unnamed city, died during a domestic incident at a hotel. Witnesses report a violent confrontation preceding her death as emergency responders arrived at the scene. Police have not released further details.
A chaotic scene unfolds at a rail depot in the Hockins Valley as multiple assailants fire from a works level and disperse. The chaotic event leaves several dead and wounded, with authorities reporting at least one fatality and ongoing investigations into the motive and perpetrators.
Paris military governor General Zurlinden says there is no plot against the republic and the army will remain loyal. He asserts the army believes Dreyfus guilty but would not turn against the republic if innocence were declared. The interview notes the army as defenders, not detractors, and stands by court decisions.
Civil Governor of Havana acting with General Ludlow bans ring of firearm, exploding firecrackers in public streets and crowds after 6 pm. Orders closing theaters and cafes, prohibiting certain African dances and meetings of Naniques to prevent Cuban Spanish American tensions. Violators face severe punishment. Also reports death of Ensign George S. Fermer aboard the steamer Petrel after Manila service, stomach illness leading to paralysis.
A chaotic clash in Havana involved United States infantry soldiers opening fire on rioters as regulars returned volley after volley. An attempted flag seizure by a Spanish soldier is cited as the spark that set off the confrontation.
A chaotic report describes Spaniards fighting on from housetops and windows as American forces advance. Soldiers clash in the streets while Cuban and American officials negotiate restraint and regroup. Firepower and casualties are noted as the Tenth and Eighth regiments prepare for possible action in the city.
In Arizona New York Dec 2 14 capitalists completed one of the citys largest copper property deals. Fourteen adjoining parcels near the United Verde mine in Jerome Yavapai County Arizona transfered to Eastern buyers. The United Verde mine is cited as a world leader, reputedly earning about 200000 monthly. The transfer covers the main tract and is said to hold copper of equal value.
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