Canada closer to union or annexation debate heats up
An OrTaAwA Ont article argues annexation to the United States as the dominant issue shaping Canada's political future. It claims loyalty leaders downplay the movement while urging closer US trade and even political union, criticizing Ottawa tariff policy and British influence. Officials call the language treasonous.
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Two Hours Debate Over Tariff Bill Ends in House
Washington September 15. Democrats protest gag rule while Republicans push for extending bonded period to February. The tariff bill advances to conference after a brief floor session. major McKinley wraps debate with evasions as a conference within a week is anticipated.
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Frank D Somers Cooperative Sailor offers student tailoring
Students are invited to place orders for full clothing as the firm proclaims the largest student trade among fine tailors. Direct importers showcase unique woollens and hand-made garments. The firm, Frank D Somers, operates a new Young Men department at 5 Park Street Boston with delivery promises.
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Excitement at Cortes Over Anglo Portuguese Treaty Modifications
Lisbon Sept 15 cortes reassembled amid excitement as debate on the Anglo Portuguese treaty began. Minister Ribeiro read government modifications to ease hostility but faced hoots from Progressists. A brawl occurred when Brandao assaulted Serpa Pinto before the session was suspended. The convention was later referred to foreign affairs with three amendments praised by Ribeiro.
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Zambesi
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Committee On Foreign Affairs
Coutinho
James Stephenson
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Labor troubles aboard at Southampton docks
Labor strife unfolds on the Southampton docks with police at gates and a delayed official note. Masters meet, deputations press demands, steamers depart while a general strike threat looms in Supvry. N.S. W. conference vows immediate action to call out 30,000 workers if needed.
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Argentine Republic Elections Mark Calm Start
Rio Janeiro reports the Constituent Assembly elections open with orderly process. Troops confined to barracks, public apathetic, Catholics active, old parties abstaining. Pernambuco unrest noted. Entre Rios governor elected. Honduran and Guatemalan frontier bands reportedly bandits or refugees. some call revolutionists. Guatemala reports peace and neighborly harmony under President Buarillas.
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Independence Day in Mexico Celebrated in Mexico City
Mexico City marked the anniversary of Mexican independence with bright decorations and illuminations. The U S Legation joined in the celebration with lights while General Diaz’s residence attracted crowds throughout the day as visitors conveyed birthday congratulations.
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Emperor William backs social reforms in Breslau banquet
Emperor William urged provinces to imitate Silesia in improving workers' conditions. He sided with Liberals against state coercion for social democracy, saying reforms must be citizen driven and warning against reliance on the state to curb perverse elements. Berlin may countermand German slavery proclamation.
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Civil War in Ticino Predicted in Switzerland
The Ticino cantonal vote on constitutional revision is set for October 5 amid Conservative government tensions. Two Conservatives join the new government and Colonel Kuenzli warns against reinstating them. A civil war is feared if the Conservative government cannot be restored, following the shooting of Councillor Rossi in Bellinzona by a Radical named Castiglione who has fled.
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Renewal of the German Austrian Italian alliance confirmed
The Standard’s Rome correspondent confirms the alliance between Germany Austria and Italy has been renewed for seven years. The official Gazette notes the move backs Austria in anti Russian policy and will pressure Russia to abandon peace hopes and increase vigilance.
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Serenity in Treasury as Windom Relaxes Tariff Stringency
Washington reports Acting Secretary Batchellor and Assistant Secretary Nettleton say money is being dispensed freely and Windom has resumed vacation satisfied the stringency in New York has been tided over. Bonds prepaid totaling over 2.8 million, mint bought silver, and Board of Trade resolutions seek delay for tariff on goods in bond while Louisiana sugar growers urge change to July 1 to avoid price drops in their crop valued around 20 million.
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City of Mexico Prisoner Captured in Local Revolt
City of Mexico dispatch reports Sergeant Martinez who led a guard revolt at the Custom House and murdered Lieutenant Calapia was captured today at Pachuca by the local police. The item notes the capture and ties to the earlier riot.
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Burned on the Wire at Park Theatre
New York reports a lineman named Knapp fell limp on a live electric wire outside the Park Theatre at Thirty-fifth Street and Broadway. Rescue attempts by Brush Electric Light Company Chief Fipps and manager Duglesvy failed to save him, and he died from the burns.
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Central Strikers Fund Divides Five Week Payout
Aubany New York September 15. The promised aid for strike participants arrived with some receiving 125 dollars and others 250 dollars each for five weeks idle. Strikers express disgust and say future action won’t include Knights of Labor railroad men. Leaders promise the sum is only a starter.
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Lost on Lake Superior Schooner Comrade Missing Crew
The schooner Comrade owned by Gilchrist of Cleveland is lost with eight crewmen after parting tow line from the tug Columbia during a west southwest gate. A two days search has found no trace of the vessel or its crew.
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Steamer Puritan in Minor Accident Towed by Pilgrim
New York, Sept 15. The Puritan of the Old Colony line suffered a minor mechanical fault and was towed by the Pilgrim after laying up for two to three hours. Officials say a displaced piston slide caused the issue, repairs were swift, and at 11 30 this morning the Puritan resumed toward New York with most of its 1500 passengers aboard.
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First Maine Cavalry Club Formed in Bangor
In Rancon Me Sept 15 a group of First Maine Cavalry veterans organized the First Maine Cavalry Club of Bangor. Elected officers included President Dr M Preble Vice President W Hi Ross Secretary E Jordan and Treasurer W A Jordan. The new club counts about thirty five members.
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Census counts in St Paul and Minneapolis released
St Paul figures show June postal returns 142,800 and schedules 142,491 with recount 133,301 and June excess 9,190. Minneapolis totals include June postal card returns 191,691 schedules 188,119 recount 164,735 and June excess over recount of 23,380.
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Naval orders detach Barclay as inspector at eighth lighthouse district
Washington Sept 15 Commander C J Barclay is detached from duty at the navy yard Portsmouth New Hampshire and ordered inspector of the eighth lighthouse district. He relieves Lieutenant Commander George B Livingston who is detached and ordered to settle accounts and await orders.
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Webster’s International Dictionary to be issued October first
Springfield dispatch reports G and C Merriam announce a new revised Webster’s Dictionary titled The International. A ten year editorial effort under Yale President Porter yields the edition to distinguish it from the Unabridged. Publication is planned for October 1.
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Eagle Wins Arkansas Governor Race By Big Margin
In Krrte Rock Arkansas on September 15 the official tally shows Eagle the Democratic candidate leading Fizer Union Labor and Republican by 21 086 votes. Across the state total votes reached 191 448 with Eagle at 106 267 and Fizer 85 181. The remaining state ticket showed an average Democratic majority near 22 00.
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A Bath Ship in Distress Near Sandy Hook
The American clipper Challenger of Bath Maine was sighted by the French steamer La Normandie at 2 30 PM yesterday about 100 miles from Sandy Hook. Struck by a hurricane on Sept 1, twelve crew members perished and the rest suffer illness. The La Normandie delivered a letter to the Challenger’s owner seeking an immediate tug and left the vessel with stumps of fore and main masts rigged, hull sound.
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Political Sensation in New Castle Bribery Case Ruling
A New Castle judge ruled on motions in the Beaver bribery cases tied to the twenty fifth district. The court dismissed Wallace Shaffer and Duerr conspiracy suits while Tate Shaffer and Downing and W D Wallace face a new grand jury in December. The decision splits counties Lawrence Mercer backing McDowell and Beaver Butler urging new primaries.
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Shipping news roundup lists ships and origins in 1800s style
A dense roster of vessel movements tracks arrivals and departures at major ports. Entries note ships such as City of Washington, Ems, Jamaica, and Straits of Belle Isle, with routes from Boston, Liverpool, Havre, Hull, and Montreal, including dates from Sept. 10 to Sept. 16 and details like ports of call and voyage directions.
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Canada Looks to Higher Tariffs on Farm Goods
Ottawa reports expected McKinley bill tariffs spur Dominion push to raise duties on pork beef cattle coal beans corn flour wheat lard and more. Liberal press oppose. reciprocity treaty sought. From Prince Edward Island exports valued at $979k, US shipments $687k with eggs $809k. Potatoes and other farm goods also taxed and debated amid annexation talk in Quebec.
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Freight Trains Wreck on New York New Haven Line
Railroading emergencies reported as two separate wrecks disrupt service on Sept 15. A freight train north of Mearipen, Conn. derailed near Berlin, tearing up tracks. 15 rear cars piled up and the 8:52 passenger train was held. No injuries reported. Tracks not expected to clear before morning. In Concery, N H two freight sections collided between West Lebanon and Lebanon, derailing and damaging locomotive and cars, delaying travel for hours.
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Weather Forecast Summary from Washington Office
Forecast till 8 p.m. Tuesday for New England and nearby states shows Maine with fair skies and light rain in the south, warmer easterly winds. New Hampshire and Vermont to expect light local showers with steady temperatures and easterly winds. Massachusetts Rhode Island and Connecticut face light local rains with steady temperatures and easterly winds. Eastern New York sees local showers and slightly warmer conditions with south easterly winds.
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Observations Elsewhere Summary Note
Notes record observations taken elsewhere with brief references to external sources. The text lacks specifics on dates names places or organizations. It serves as a general compilation rather than a report of a single event.
Tariff bill debate heats House as amendments differ
The House debated McKinley and the Ways and Means tariff report with Senate amendments nonconcurrence urged. Arguments centered on reciprocity, sugar policy, binding twine on the free list, and concerns over rapid House action and minority rights. Several members pressed for fiscal restraint and questioned the bill’s impact on business and farmers.
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