Administration Currency Bill Voted Down in House
The Springer administration currency bill was defeated in the House by 161 nays to 134 yeas after engrossment and third reading. The vote on Reed's substitute showed 109 yeas and 187 nays, with party lines evident and several unplaced members voting yes or no. The session adjourned after motions to reconsider were laid on the table amid political posturing and remarks on foreign affairs.
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Yeas
Yea
Mr. Reed
Massachusetts
Everett
O’ Neil
Stevens
Wright
Draper
Gillett
Randall
Walker
McCall
Morse
Cogswell
Apsley
McEttrick
Maine
Reed
Boutelle
Dingley
Milliken
Connecticut
Russell
Rhode Island
Vermont
New Hampshire
Messrs
Beckner
Coffin
Griffin
Wisconsin
Harrison
Henry
Bramwell
Moore
Ogden
House
Secretary of the Treasury
Springer
Crisp
Hatch
Missouri
Palmer
Illinois
United States
Hawaiian Islands
Aldrich
Great Britain
Charles Sumner
Mr. Palmer
San Domingo
Republican Party
Sandwich Islands
Mitchell
Oregon
Harris
Tennessee
Senate
Missing French steamer La Gascogne feared lost at sea
Five days overdue and no word on the La Gascogne with 372 passengers and $300000 cargo. Foreboding grows as reports of severe storms arrive from incoming ships. Teutonic possibly towed the disabled liner. officials downplay alarm, noting delays from bad weather.
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New York
la Gascogne
Germany
la Flandre
Antwerp
England
London
Bermuda
Rhynland
Lloyd
Wittekind
Bremen
Atlantic
Manitoba
Anchor Line
Circassia
Glasgow
Bristol
Llandaff City
Swansea
Union
Taasmena
Hamburg
Salisbury
Gibraltar
Longherst
Principia
Dundee
Teutonic
Itt Star Line
French Line
White Star
O'Brien Knocks Donovan Out in Three Rounds in Lewiston
Dick O'Brien of Lewiston defeated Joe Donovan of Rockland in a six round glove fight at City Hall. O'Brien controlled the bout from the start, wearied Donovan in the first round, nearly KO in the second, and finished in the third when Donovan weakened and fell into the ropes. Donovan collapsed and was assisted after being knocked down again.
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Lewiston
Dick O’brien
Joe Donovan
Rockland
Donovan
O’brien
Secon
Cabinet crisis ends in Newfoundland new ministry named
The White way cabinet crisis ends with a new ministry to be gazetted tomorrow. Sir William V Whiteway remains premier and attorney general with Robert Bond as colonial secretary, H Woods surveyor-general, and A W Harvey E Morris and G Emerson as members without portfolios. P J Scott becomes receiver general and Eli Dawe chairs the Board of Works without seats. The cabinet mirrors the dissolved Whiteway ministry, replacing James Fox with George Emerson. The legislature meets tomorrow to swear in the new ministry.
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ST. John's
N. F
Whiteway
William V. Whiteway
Robert Bond
H. Woods
A. W. Harvey
Edward Morris
George Emerson
P. J. Scott
Eli Dawe
Board of Works
James Fox
Wreck of French Steamer Amerique Leaves Passengers Rescued
About 200 passengers from the French steamer Amerique, ashore near Cape Augusta, were landed at Colon by Ville de Marseille. The ship is a total loss with hull submerged and only masts visible. Passengers lost clothing and money, but all survived except one sailor who died.
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Panama
Amerique
Cape Augusta
Colon
Ville de
Overdue at Halifax Steamer Alpha Delayed by Northwest Gales
Halifax report notes the steamer Alpha is three days overdue from Bermuda an unusual delay likely caused by northwest gales. Authorities expect possible news about the overdue steamer La Gascogne and remain watchful for updates from the vessel.
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Halifax
N. S
Alpha
Bermuda
la Gascogne
Senator Hoar Returns Amid Hawaii Cable Debate
More Hawaii Washington February 7 Senator Hoar Massachusetts returns after illness and bereavement as the diplomatic and consular bill is discussed. The debate centers on the status of American citizens in Honolulu amid the cable project and contrasting British and American protection rules. Hawaiian minister Thurston also attends the session.
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Washington
Hoar
Rep
Mass
Havingeen
United States
Hawaiian Islands
Honolulu
Frye
Maine
Gray
San Francisco
Hawaii
Secretary of the Navy
Admiral Walker
Thurston
Dinner of New Hampshire judiciary committee at Quincy House
Charles H. Hoyt entertained the New Hampshire Legislature judiciary committee at the Quincy House dinner with Speaker Jewett and members including Leach Spring P Howard Bayles Lyford Brow Remick Martin Blake. The visit featured expressions of appreciation and mutual hospitality amid a night without formal speeches.
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Charles H. Hoyt
Quincy House
Judiciary Committee
New Hampshire
Jewett
John Stetson
Otis Harlan
C Diai
Messrs. Leach
Spring
Howard
Bayles
Lyford
Brow Remick
Martin
Blake
Stets
Park Theatre
Fragmentary Health Note Spurs Immediate Action
A terse fragment mentions sudden discomfort and itching, with immediate call to address off-Salv exposure. No clear source details or affected individuals are provided, leaving the incident described as a brief health-related note lacking context.
Treasury estimates reveal 1896 customs revenue costs
Acting Secretary Hamlin submitted House estimates for collecting customs revenue for the year ending June 30, 1896. Total required: 7,476,728 dollars. New England ports show allocations for Boston and other offices, with figures ranging from Boston’s 417,049 to Portsmouth at 8,357 and Hartford area entries in the region.
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Washington
Hamlin
House
New England
Port of Boston
Naval Office
Surveyor’s Office
Fall River
Gloucester
Newae
Salem
Springfield
Maine
Bangor
Bath
Belfast
Castine
Hastport
Houston
Machias
Portland
New Hampshire
Portsmouth
Vermont
Burlington
Rhode Island
Providence
Newport
Connecticut
Bridgeport
Hartford
New Haven
New London
New Cabinet Official Introduced to Senate Trade Bill
Mr MecEttrick of Massachusetts introduced a bill establishing a department of trade and commerce with a secretary in the President's Cabinet. The secretary would earn 6000 dollars yearly and must secure all information on trade and commerce. He would take on duties similar to the Treasury Secretary regarding U S trade and commerce.
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Washington
MecEttrick
Massachusetts
Department of Trade and Commerce
Secretary of the Treasury
United States
BEGINS NOW TO BALANCE Treasury Receipts Rising on Tariff
Treasury customs receipts rise month by month under the new tariff. From last November to January the increases were 2.05 million, 5.91 million, and 1.0 million for seven days in February. With current spending, February nearly balances though a 2.4 million shortfall remains. Fixed sinking fund charges totaling about 150 million are omitted.
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Washington
Treasury
Windom
Senate confirms postmasters in several states
Washington February 7 The Senate today confirmed postmasters Charles F. Gallup Mansfield Dennis J. O'Brien Hopkinton Edward W. Lowery Southington Henry D. Linsley Bradford in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
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Washington
Senate
Postmasters
Massachusetts
Charles F. Gallup
Mansfield
Dennis J. O’brien
Hopkinton
Connecticut
Southington
Henry D. Linsley
Bradford
London to Take Half of United States Bond Issue
London officials say negotiations to place part of the new U S loan in England will close tomorrow with about 60 million dollars in bonds sold and London taking approximately half.
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London
United States
England
Gold Reserve Falls After 320000 Dollar Withdrawals
The U S gold reserve declined today as withdrawals totaling 320000 dollars were taken from New York, bringing the reserve to 41743136 dollars. The move marks another drop in the nation’s bullion holdings.
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Washington
Treasury
New York
Day Confirms Schofield Nomination for Lieutenant General
Day confirmed the nomination of Major General Schofield to be Lieutenant General. The action follows ongoing military appointments and signals Senate approval for a high command post.
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Senate
Schofield
Washington
The
Senate Today
When You Need A Medicine Do Not Experiment
When you need medicine to get well or stay well you should not experiment. Rely on tested remedies and learn from others who may have tried several options before finding the right one. This is home testimony about practical experience.
Blizzard Of The Year Hits Boston Wires Frigid Storm Cripples City
An extra dry snow storm and blizzard paralyze Boston with heavy drifting, snapping wires and disrupted service. Widespread cold brings zero to near freezing temperatures, with winds up to 48 mph and a forecast of more severe cold into Saturday as utilities, police, and fire crews struggle to maintain operations.
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Boston
O. K
Washington Street
West End
South Atlantic
New Jersey
Atlantic City
Texas
Manitoba
Mississippi
Ohio
Middle Atlantic States
Lake Region
Middle
East Gulf States
Upper Lake Region
New England
Gulf
South Atlantic States
Meridian
New Orleans
Mobile
Pensacola
Gulf States
Florida
Atlantic States
Middle Aires States
New Engand
Mississippi River
Glacial Weather Bites but Witty Pundits Still Cook
A frosty editorial notes water pipes frozen in homes as a cold wave grips New England. It cites a joking weather forecast from the Post Office and shares thawing tips like borrowing a neighbor’s faucet and early morning workarounds, while predicting snow may or may not intensify after Cape Hatteras.
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Post
New England
Cape Hatteras
Carolinas
Vessels In The Blizzard At Boston Bay
Captains of incoming steamships and sailing vessels report the recent northwesterly blizzard as the worst in years. The Boston pilot boat Varuna (No. 6) was towed by the revenue cutter Dexter after sustaining a broken main boom and a crushed skylight. Ice coated decks and rigging forced the Varuna to seek shelter off Nauset before Dexter’s rescue and tow to Boston.
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Boston
Varuna
Dexter
Massachusetts Bay
Lewis Wharf
Boston Light
Cape Cod
Nauset
Revenue Cutter
Gabrielson
Nelson
Murdock
Martin
City of Worcester and City of Lowell Return to Service on Sound Route
The Norwich steamer City of Worcester is recommissioned after extensive overhauls and fresh painting. The twin screw steamer City of Lowell, active on alternating nights since last July, requires only light upkeep. Both vessels gain popularity on the sound route within Long Island Sound, avoiding open-sea hazards.
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Norwich Line
City of Worcester
New London
City of Lowell
Long Island Sound
Republicans Divided and It Will Probably Be Tabled
Republicans show division over Boston city departments probe as the Legislature outlines the Senate’s plan. The high profile investigation appears likely to be postponed amid party splits and procedural hurdles.
Boston Senator Pushes For Joint Probe Of City Departments
Yesterday, Senator Hutchinson introduced an order for a six member joint committee from the Senate and House to investigate the police, street, fire, architect, and water departments in Boston. The panel would report to the General Court, with power to require witnesses and papers, and be housed in the State House.
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Hutchinson
Boston
Republican City Committee
Senate
House of Representatives
General Court
State House
Weather Blessings From Florida Grove Season Nears
A letter to L H Beaver of the New York and New England railroad from Anderson and Price, managers of the Hotel Ormond in Ormond Florida, reports delightful weather, budding trees, early orange blossoms, and a potential early groves season if no frost returns within a week. The Boston & Albany City Ticket Office is listed as 366 Washington Street.
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L. H. Beaver
New York & New England Railroad
Washington Street
Boston
Messrs
Boston & Albany City Ticket Office
Folding Crib Promises Novel Space Saving Design
An advertisement touts a folding crib described as a half tester Arabian pattern with safety folding mechanism. When stored it stays within 25 inches of the wall and features tubular iron frame, ivory white finish, burnished brass trimmings, and ringed tester rail for curtains. The piece is marketed as attractive, durable, and affordable.
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Chas. Green & CO
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Eden Musee
Silver Drill
Water Street
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Alex. Brown
Gascogne
Majestic
Haworth
Rinaldo
Castle Square Theatre
Joseph Haworth
Ernest Lacy
Shakespeare
Wildey Savings Bank
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St. Louis
Henry C. Leach
Henry V. P. Block
W. S. Badger
State’street
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Leach
Anti-Saloon League
Milk Street
Colorado
State Senate
Black
Joe Donvan
BACON
Bromfield St
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Trade and Commerce
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Chatham
Point Judith
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Isaac P. Hutchinson
Paine Furniture CO
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