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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1899
Page
2
The text notes Derfreia Lacoste, born in Cuba, selected as mayor of Havens by Gen. Lidiow, and describes her as an American naturalized in Cincinnati. It also references broader American claims on gold reserves and patent costs, plus various historical vignettes and regulatory opinions.
A weekly wrap recounts the past seven days in the United States and foreign events. Topics include Nicaragua canal bill debates, pensions from ex Confederates, naval personnel law provisions, Philippine independence discussions, trade and navigation law extensions, court-martial actions, and political nominations. Notable items cover John Russell Young's death, a naval station designation, a Pittsburgh murder case, a Mine Workers convention, and various regional incidents from Denver to Cleveland and Chicago.
Washington reports state paper to outline Bertin Aven provisions on Samoa. President directs Hay to prepare history of events and German actions in Apia. Ambassador White to present to Germany for explanation or disavowal. Chicago wires note German police clash in Apia as US and Britain seek to calm crisis.
In Cleveland an ice dam above Willson avenue burst after heavy rains, flooding the ravine and washing away the foundations of the Kingsbury crossing bridge. Four ferries were swept away and a fifth carried downstream as the structure collapsed under the surge.
The United States and Britain address notes over Samoa intrigues amid growing U S Germany hostilities. Reports note civil unrest around King Mataafa and clashes with decapitations and damaged infrastructure. Floods threaten towns and crossings as storms worsen conditions. rail and bridge damage is noted along with river inundation and rescues.
An unreferenced report notes the dissolution of a regional government on an island and outlines the commission’s work in Washington with no future government reference. It covers secretary of state, the commission’s chair, and ministerial actions, with a formal sign-off from Secretary Vigerous. The item also mentions Rear Admiral Sebley receiving a jeweled sword in New York and Maine mourners at Representative Nelson Dingley’s burial.
A string of brief items from January reports note a government steamer Paney Lonetied wreck near Hyloxi Mississippi with no bodies found after a mangled vessel, a light-draft sailing yacht Ade laide departing Scranton Bri for a ten day westward expedition, the Ouiechita passenger and freight boat fire at Memphis dock with substantial loss, Wall Street membership seat prices hitting record levels, United States senator election in North Dakota, a Canton Ohio murder indictment of Annie E George, and peanut market volatility in Norfolk Virginia with price jumps.
Washington reports court martial proceedings will begin for Commissary General Charles P. Fagan over alleged abusive remarks about Maj. Gen. Miles. The panel includes regular army officers and several volunteers, with Judge Advocate appointed, trial slated after January 26.
The Navy Department reports a plan to locate a new naval station near Puget Iron Works, with a deep water approach ten miles closer to the bay than Mare Island. The move aims to secure vessels and coal, despite risks, and involves possession actions in the name of the United States.
Fragmented report from Kansas City and Washington covers Cockrell’s presidential support, New York’s Roosevelts brevet promotion, Dawson gold dust shipments, typhoid outbreaks, Klondike deaths, ex Confederate pension petitions, Payne’s chairmanship, and a pending miners convention in Pittsburgh.
The Hinds county grand jury exposes a blind tiger scheme using a wall mounted wheel and glass decanter to launder money in a barber shop. Jurors cite the clever device, but fail to fix charges. Also notes county livestock meetings, jail break, railro ad robbery gang, and regional stock and railroad developments.
New York January review notes expansion in general trade and higher prices for some products. Trade activity across United States shows 38.9 percent growth in volumes outside New York, while domestic and Western markets lack price gains. Difficulties between holders and manufacturers affect certain sectors, though overall activity remains strong. finish goods demand is solid, especially for car bodies and special projects, with builders cautious on future supplies and pricing. Canada shows a modest decline from last year.
In an official move, the president named Meter Grosscup of Chicago as United States circuit judge for the Seventh Circuit, assigning him to succeed John W. Showalter. Grosscup, a former U.S. district judge for the Northern District of Illinois, has a notable history including presiding over notable cases and his early political ties.
A Detroit Free Press excerpt contrasts a medical conversation about a young patient with a sensational California street gambling party. The doctor notes patient pretenses and sleepless thoughts, while a capitalist hosts a dinner that ends in a rigged roulette scheme, leaving guests ruined and trapped by forged bank checks.
A secret committee of operators and miners agreed a one day ten hour shift for the next year starting April 1 1599 and backed by the American Federation of Labor. The decision followed hours of debate with strong arguments on both sides. The panel pledged secrecy and withdrew from public comment.
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