Canada’s grain policy and potential nonintercourse debate
The passage argues that Canada could steer its grain trade exclusively through Canadian channels to boost ports like Montreal and Halifax, warning against a nonintercourse policy. It notes England’s growing public support for Canada’s empire stake, predicts shocks to bread prices are unlikely, and cites Watchful U S pressure as a challenge but asserts Canada’s resolve to protect its rights amid foreign threats.
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London press on Cleveland message to Congress
The St James Gazette notes the retaliation against Canada is awkward and illogical with two plausible explanations, urging safeguards for imperial interests and a friendly outcome. The Globe claims Cleveland argues a strong case against Canada while Canada may present a good counter. The Pall Mall Gazette withholds judgment. The Star foresees friction but no war, while questioning Irish vote implications.
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St. James
Cleveland
Congress
Canada
England
Globe
Mr. Cleveland
Senate
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Pall Mall Gazette
Star
T. P. O’connor
Bennett Robbery Trial Reveals Motor to Mock Inquiry
In Bancor Maine on August 24 the Weed case continued as James Foster testified revealing his alias Thomas Kelley and detailing the robbery link with Fred Lowther in New York. Defense argues pretrial prejudice and claims Weed’s involvement was fabricated by Whitney and Foster while they are jailed. Weed testifies he is a Newport physician who knew Whitney briefly and did not discuss Bennett money or letters. The session adjourned until morning as more testimony is expected.
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Foster
Dr. Weed
Weed
Newport
Bennett
J. D. Carson
Mr. Tuck
J. H. Frye
United States
Congress
Mr. Edmunds
Senate
Canadian
Welland
Halifax
Boston
New York
Comays
Canada
Lincoln
Great Eastern Vanishes After Tug Storm King Tow
Loxpon Aug 24 A tug Storm King towed the mammoth steamer Great Eastern from the Clyde to Liverpool when a huge sea struck the hawser parted and the Great Eastern vanished in darkness toward the sea. The vessel labored heavily as it disappeared.
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Loxpon
Storm King
Great Eastern
Clyde
Liverpool
Box Office Official William H. Gallagher Stricken
William H. Gallagher longtime Howard Atheneum box office employee and treasurer suffered a stroke about 5 am yesterday. Doctors say he cannot survive the shock. he is nearly 50 years old.
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William H. Gallagher
Howard Atheneum
Grain routes to Boston hinge on transit and lines
The report discusses grain shipments to Boston via Canadian Pacific and Grand Trunk versus American lakes routes. It notes similar costs on both paths, no rate cuts due to interstate commerce limits, and that transit time, not law, governs advantage. Canada could retaliate if the Wilson bill passes.
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Squire
Canada
Boston
Canadian Pacific
Grand Trunk
Minnesota
United States
Goa
Debates Over Fisheries Treaty Policy In Senate
The Senate opened debate on the Presidents fisheries treaty message with critics accusing the administration of inaction and misusing powers. Senators Edmunds Hoar Sherman and Morgan pressed for explanation, citing Canada tolls, canal rights, and constitutional duties while considering further measures and a possible resolution requesting presidential communications.
Press opinions on Cleveland and Canada across papers
A compilation of editorials from The New York Times The New York Sun The New York Commercial Advertiser The Philadelphia Record The Philadelphia Times The New York Tribune The Portland Advertiser and The New York Post commenting on President Cleveland's message to Congress regarding Canada fisheries and retaliatory measures. They praise or critique the administration, Senate reactions, and prospects for bipartisan support or opposition. Names include Cleveland Chamberlain Bayard and Edmunds.
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New York Times
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Canada
Senate
New York Sun
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United States
Cleveland
Congress
New York Commercial Advertiser (Inc
Philadelphia Record
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House of Representatives
Philadelphia Times
New York Tribune
Rep
Bayard
Joseph Chamberlain
Portland Advertiser
Maine
New York Post
Ireland
al. Edmunds
Ovations for Judge Thurman in Port Huron and Chicago
Judge Thurman travels from Port Huron to Chicago amid fanfare. crowds at stations greet him with band music and cheers. He speaks nine times on tariff surplus labor and Mills bill, then proceeds to Palmer House for reception. Tomorrow's parade and Cheltenham Beach speech expected to draw 50,000 and a grand barbecue.
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Mich
Chicago
Judge Thurman
Cleveland and Thurman Club
W. J. Spicer
Grand Trunk
Cuiiaco
Lansing
Charlotte
Battle Creek
Cassopolis
Vicksburg
South Bend
Ind
Palmer House
County Democratic Club
Jackson Club
Thirty-fourth Ward
Thurman
Allen G. Thurman
Cheltenham Beach
President’s message sparks mixed signals in transport and politics
In Curiaco and New York on Aug 24, discussions centered on the President’s message. Canadian Pacific officials warned that US action could force Halifax as a new eastern outlet, reshaping Canadian trade routes. In Massachusetts, Democrats hailed the message as boosting their prospects, with Ex-Mayor Delany optimistic about a Democratic win.
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Curiaco
Leo
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Halifax
United States
England
New York
Canada
Delany
Holyoke
Mass
Massachusetts
Chamberlain Endicott Engagement Rumors Surface
London reports revive rumors of an engagement between Joseph Chamberlain and Miss Endicott with claims the marriage may occur next year.
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Joseph Chamberlain
Miss Hundcott
London
Notable guests fill major hotels in city visit notes
A flurry of guests from Akron to Montreal frequenting prominent hotels is listed. D E Hill of Akron leads a large drain pipe group at the United States, while Frank Mor daunt and Alice Harrison with Louise Eldndge stay at the Uncle Tom's Cab'n troupe. Other visitors include D A Heald of Orange at the Home Insurance Company. The Hon Henry Osborn and family plan to sail to Europe on the Pavonia. Coaching parties linger at the Vendome en route to the White Mountains, with Omaha as the current base. Names span Brunswick Isham Jr of New York to Stephen Greene of Philadelphia and Claude Kilpatrick of St Louis, among others.
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Akron
America
Frank Mordaunt
Alice Harrison
Louise Eldndge
Brunswick
William B. Isham, Jr
New York
Leonard Sweet
Chicago
Job Abbott
Montreal
Stephen Greene
Philadelphia
Vendome
Claude Kilpatrick
St. Louis
R. Simpson
Toronto
Tremont
Henry ‘van, Huson
Detroit
George Odell
Mt. Vernon
N. Y
J. H. Edwards
Revere
R. W. Gale
Baltimore
Freeman Clarke
Charles L. Clarke
George H. Claz
Rochester
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