13 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1900
Page
1
Frankfort reports Gov. Taylor in a speech outlines his plan to reject the peace agreement, seek state court review, then federal court action, and hints at revolution if unseated. He claims Beckham’s title faulty and asserts his own governorship amid legislative conflict.
British positions hold at Renesburg as reports indicate potential pressure from the rear. Supplies may be arriving from Capetown, though the exact direction is unclear and frontline stability remains described as maintained.
London reports the Boers have moved from Ladysmith toward Cheveley and Bloys farm threatening General Baller's rear. Buller must consider retreat routes as Ladysmith area endures siege conditions and Boer forces shell Rensburg while aiming to turn both British flanks in the Natal and Northern Cape theatres.
Washington February 12 The Senate will devote four days to the currency measure before considering precedence for several bills including Hawaii and Puerto Rico government forms the Nicaragua Canal bill and Mr Quay’s resolution on a Pennsylvania governor appointment The House schedule calls for the Legislative Executive and Judicial Appropriation bill Tuesday through Thursday and a Puerto Rican Tariff debate next week with long sessions anticipated.
Arinca Salve touted as world’s best for burns cuts and bruises. Claims cure for sores ulcers boils and more. Selling 25 cents a box with guaranteed relief. Endorsed by W H Stapleon of Herminie Pa. PM says one application relieves pain. Available from H N White, druggist.
Advertisement touts Dr Kine's New Life Pills as a quick cure for sick and nervous headaches. Claims include purifying blood, strengthening nerves, and boosting health. Easy to take at 25 cents with money back if not cared. Sold in drag stores.
Water consumers are warned not to let hydrants or spigots run to prevent freezing. Any hydrant waste will be cut off and a $5.00 fine charged before restoration. Supt H Hill issues the notice.
Washington reports indicate Gen Otis may be relieved from command in the Philippines soon. He hints at leave to visit the United States while Gen MacArthur would succeed if Otis departs. The Philippine commission’s arrival by May end suggests Otis could step down early, depending on insurgent progress and civil government work. Health concerns and routine speculation frame the discussion as events unfold.
Senator Elkins delivers a lengthy senate speech on the financial bill emphasizing prudent refunding of the public debt, sound currency, and careful gold and silver certificate policy to maintain national banking stability and global confidence in U S money. He argues for not funding debt until bonds mature and for certificates redeemable in gold to pass as world currency.
Washington date line reports Congress expanded the number of Paris Exposition commissioners from twelve to eighteen with the president to announce picks soon. selections include Mr Saunders editor of a Chicago livestock journal and Mrs banks as the sole female representative. Mrs Manning will also represent the Daughters of the American Revolution. debates focus on currency forms and government control of circulating media.
John Oiver of Philadelphia recounts near fatal illness with yellow skin sunken eyes and feverish pain. After doctors gave up a friend urged Electric Bitters. one bottle brought marked improvement and three weeks restored his health. He urges others to try them despite price 450cts vyb.
A discussion of the national political scene shows Senator Hanna and the President, McKinley, debating the outlook. McKinley remains confident about his renomination as factional splits surface during preliminary talks.
Washington reports West Virginia Republicans dismiss rumors of party divisions as Democratic attempts to split the ranks. They expect a solid, united front in conventions and during the campaign with McKinley facing Bryan. Hanna and Dicks organize preparations, while literature is prepared for public distribution.
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